Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Southpoint Sun - 21A
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, the stars have been keeping you on your toes lately. There has been much going on but somehow you have been able to wade through it all like a rock star. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Others are asking you to stretch yourself beyond normal limits, Taurus. Do your best, but weigh the effects that this could have on your overall well-being.
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Aim to be honest and direct with others as much as you can this week, Gemini. If you can prove you are trustworthy, then more people are likely to follow you. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you may be introduced to someone who is the ideal partner for you at work. This pairing can lead to the successful completion of projects new and old. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Prioritize your actions to maximize peace and quiet, Leo. You have been under pressure lately, so take every opportunity to enjoy some quiet time. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, your intuition is telling you that there are tensions growing at home or at the office. You will have to find ways to diffuse any situations that may grow out of control.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CHRISTMAS HAMPERS
This past weekend, volunteers from the St. Vincent de Paul Society (SSVP) in Leamington distributed 78 Christmas hampers to area families in need. The hampers included groceries, blankets, gift cards and other items that were provided by local businesses and other generous donors to ensure that all area families would be able to celebrate the season appropriately. In the top photo is volunteer Ann Evers packing one of the hampers. In the bottom photo are Sally Heaton, left, and Teri Cooper. Photos submitted
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Continue to lean into an optimistic mindset, Libra. It will enable you to be a bright light when others are feeling a little down. Boost good moods.
Community Calendar
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 25 27TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DINNER for those who will be alone or who will go without, Christmas Day December 25th. Dinner available for pickup between 1-2 p.m. at Church of St. John the Evangelist (Anglican), 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Delivery available to shut-ins in Leamington, Wheatley, Kingsville area only. Registration is required for meal pickup - call 519-326-3111 by December 24th by noon. There is no cost of obligation. JANUARY Beginning January 11 or 14 at 1:30 amp, GRIEF SHARE CLASSES will begin at the Half Century Centre. There is no charge for these classes. Call 519-326-2521 after January 4 to register, or call Cliff at 519816-5449. ONGOING MUSICIANS AND SINGERS WANTED at the Leamington Half Century Club to join in the weekly singalong every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Drop in if interested (160 Talbot St. E.). Call 519-326-2521 for more info. ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-7907739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com T.O.P.S. - Take Off Pounds Sensibly Meetings are held every Tuesday evening at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. Weigh-in from 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Meeting 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. First meeting is free. For more inforamtoin call Joan at 519326-2388. Everyone welcome. ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS Meeting online at 6:00 p.m. every other Wednesday. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Next meeting dates are December 8 and 22. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com
Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org and click on Contact Us. STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH? Reach out to Hope 4 Me Peer to Peer Support Group. Virtual and in-person meetings available. Contact Tracy, Sue or Nancy at hope4mepeer@gmail.com for information about the group.
DONATE BLOOD - Leamington Blood Donor Clinic - at the Leamington Lebanese Club, 447 Hwy. 77 Leamington. 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. Book ahead. Book now. Visit: blood.ca or call 1-888-236-6283. COMMUNITY TAKEOUT IS AVAILABLE at Leamington United Church, 4:00 - 5:00 pm every Monday. St. John’s Anglican Church also has takeout meals available every Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Food is available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish 226-340-7233, Salvation Army Food Bank, The warming Cross at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Food Cupboard at St. John’s Anglican church, The Bridge (ages 14-24), Food Pantry at Parkdale Variety, neighbourhood pantry at Erie South and Marlborough and the Angel Pantry at St. John’s Anglican Church. All are free. All are welcome. IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519999-1234. MELO CLINIC & PREGNANCY CENTRE, 75 Erie Street South, Unit 103, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses. Pregnancy tests, STI testing & treatment. Call 24/7 for confidential support 519-3260612. Business calls 519-326-3821. www. pregnancycentre.net.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 You are naturally compelled to look deeper into any circumstance you find yourself in, Scorpio. Always dig below the surface to unveil the truth, even if it takes work.
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE PROGRAMS - Located at 1860 Division Rd N., Kingsville. Call 226-773-5830 for more information. Counselling Service with Diane O’Brien — Diane provides counselling in many areas by appointment only. Milk Bag Creations — Help turn clean milk bags into woven mats to be used by those in need. 10 am until noon. Yarn Social Time — Bring your project and enjoy time with others. 10 am until noon. Tuesdays & Thursdays: Centre Café – gather to meet friend or just have a coffee and snack on us. Free wifi. 9 am until noon. Advocacy Services — Confidential assistance to help you access available services. 9 am until noon. Computer Kiosk — Use of computer for residents for such tasks as completing a resume, printing off documents etc. 9 am until noon. Tai Chi — A class for everyone. Join instructor Greg as he leads the class through various tai chi moves. 10 am to 11 am. Self Defence — All ages and skill levels. Greg kicks it up a notch with karate style moves. 10 am to 11 am. Tutoring with Jennifer — Math and language tutoring for children in primary/junior grades. Contact the centre to reserve. 4 pm.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Be direct about any frustrations you may be harboring, Sagittarius. Share your feelings with others who are willing and able to help. Releasing this burden will prove liberating. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 This week is packed with cosmic action, Capricorn. All of this energy has you a bit restless. Rest easy, as you will soon figure out how to juggle your personal and professional lives. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you’re on a truth-seeking mission and you’re ready to question everything you see. Take a step back and figure out your strategy, which will require finesse. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, try to smooth over something that has been a thorn in your side for some time. Keep at it and you’ll persevere. FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS DECEMBER 19 - Jake Gyllenhaal, Actor (41) DECEMBER 20 - Kylian Mbappé, Athlete (23) DECEMBER 21 - Kiefer Sutherland, Actor (55) DECEMBER 22 - Meghan Trainor, Singer (28) DECEMBER 23 - Finn Wolfhard, Actor (19) DECEMBER 24 - Ricky Martin, Singer (50) DECEMBER 25 - Helena Christensen, Model (53)
RANDY ATKINSON FUND provides money for extras that OHIP doesn’t pay for or to help with unexpected expenses for cancer patients (e.g. hospital parking etc). If you, your group or organization would like to have a speaker explain the fund and its availability in this area, call 519-682-2580. PLAY ROTARY TV BINGO GAMES Tuesday nights, live on TVCOGECO from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Can only be viewed in ChathamKent viewing areas. Support the community and purchase your cards from Adamson Guardian Drugs, Wheatley. Pick up your cards early! Play 5 different games on 3 faces in 1 hour. $3 for 15 ways to win and $2000 in prizes.
To place your event in the Community Calendar Phone: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca or drop off at 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5, Leamington
WORD SCRAMBLE Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to Kawanzaa. ANSWERS ON PAGE 22
