Southpoint Sun - February 8, 2023

Joan McSweeney honoured with Ontario senior award

By Mark Ribble

A long-time volunteer and leader in the community has been honoured at Queen’s Park with an Ontario Senior Achievement Award.

Joan McSweeney of Leamington is one of 16 seniors from across the province who were honoured with the award this year. Only up to 20 individuals each year are given this honour.

Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility, and the Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, celebrated the recipients’ accomplishments and outstanding contributions to their communities at the Ontario Senior Achievement Awards Ceremony on January 31 at Queens Park.

“It was an absolutely wonderful experience,” said Joan this week. “You just know you’re part of something special when you’re summoned to Queen’s Park.”

McSweeney served on the Board of Directors of the South Essex Community Council (SECC) for 12 years and was part of the founding board for SECC which is celebrating its 50th year in 2023.

While on the board, Joan worked tirelessly to develop the Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington and was a driving force behind its opening. She still spearheads and looks after the gardening at the hospice here.

“Hospice is still a very special part of my life,” she added. “It was lovely to meet the Lieutenant Governor. She was so

gentle and soft spoken. Just a pleasure!”

Joan has also volunteered to help with the expansion of Journey Home Hospice (JHH), Toronto’s only hospice specifically for the homeless community.

Launched in 2018, Journey Home Hospice is operated by the Saint Elizabeth Foundation and aims to improve equitable access to hospice palliative care for the homeless community in a socially innovative way. In November 2022, a first of its kind satellite location was opened in Windsor.

This volunteerism took the form of helming up the interior design portion during the expansion of the Toronto hospice and the creation and execution of the Windsor campus. Her attention to detail and keen eye for décor has created two spaces that offer the warmth and familiarity of ‘home’ for those staying at JHH at end-of-life.

She and her husband Terry have been instrumental in renovations for Journey Home. Terry made daily trips to Toronto on the train to keep the renovations going during the COVID shutdowns.

She’s happy to be in such great company as her fellow recipients.

“To hear people’s stories as to what they have done was a very special feeling,” she said.

Joan has also served as a Leamington municipal representative on the Police Services Board for the past 21 years.

Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald — who was part of the group that

nominated Joan for the award — is pleased with the result.

“Joan is exactly what people need to do to step up and make their com-

munity better,” she said.

“I love Joan. She has a zest for life.”

MacDonald said that Joan’s volunteerism sets the standard for other se-

niors.

“It speaks volumes for seniors that they can still be contributing members to our communuity,” she said.

Leamington Council to review proposed budget

The Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington will review the proposed 2023 Budget on Mon. Feb. 27, Tues. Feb. 28, and if needed Wed. Mar. 1.

Each meeting will commence at 9 a.m. in the Council Chambers at the Leamington Municipal Building, 111 Erie Street North, Leamington.

The Municipality of Leamington has transitioned its Council meetings to a hybrid mix of in-person attendees and remote meeting participants. Members of the public have the option to participate in Council meetings in-person at the

Leamington Municipal Building or electronically via Zoom.

If a person wishes to attend the meeting as a delegation to speak to a matter on the Council agenda, that person must register to appear as a delegate by completing a form on the municipal website at leamington. ca/delegationform. If a person wishes to address an item(s) on the Council agenda, they must send an email to the Clerk at clerks@leamington.ca prior to 12 p.m. on February 23, and such submission shall be provided to Council.

Individuals who sub-

mit correspondence and any other information to Council should be aware that any personal information contained within their communications may become part of the public record and may be made available through the agenda process which includes publication on the municipality’s website.

To watch the meeting live, visit: leamington.ca/ live Proposed 2023 Budget documents will be available for viewing on February 15, on the municipal website at leamington.ca/budget.

Joan McSweeney (centre) of Leamington is one of 16 Ontario citizens to receive the Ontario Senior Achievement Award. She was presented with the award by the Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, and Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility, at a ceremony at Queens Park on January 31.

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Local retiree follows his passion for writing with Colasanti story

Editor’s note: This article is part of a monthly series on local seniors in Leamington, Kingsville and Wheatley.

By Paul Forman

If you ask anyone in the local area what is the quintessential spot for some good old-fashioned fun, a common answer would be Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens.

We all know the name, but do we know the rich history as to how this iconic business came to be?

Kingsville author Robert (Bob) Lynch was approached to shed light on the story behind one of our most loved tourist attractions and tackled the task in his ninth book, The Story of the Colasanti Family from Grandfather to Great-Grandchildren.

This octogenarian — a former local elementary teacher and current basketball coach at Kingsville District High School — was first published in 2010 writing a book about the streetcar that travelled

from Windsor to Leamington, titled Taking the ’Lectric.

Over the past 12 years he has continued to satiate his passion for our history, penning eight books written for young children, teens, historical fiction buffs and hard-fact historians alike.

Sun reporter Paul Forman had a chance to sit down recently and have a conversation with this energetic author and asked him to describe the process and details behind his latest work.

Forman: Every author encounters an initial spark for a book. What was your inspiration to write a book on this particular topic and how did you begin?

Lynch: “I’ve known Joe Colasanti for many years and I watched the development of the Tropical Gardens. I was there one day and Joe asked me to write a book about his mom and dad, Alex and Emma, and how they started the Colasanti business. I said that I would love to. Joe gave me some information and then I started the research. I would do a section — let’s say a dozen pages — and I would bring them to Joe. Joe would go over them with me and would say no, this isn’t exactly right, and I would make changes. It is really Joe’s story. I almost felt like a ghost writer for this book.”

Forman: Why is the history of the Colasanti family an important story to tell?

Lynch: “There is so much history behind this family that people don’t know about and needs to be told. It’s truly an entrepreneurial story, built from scratch into a very successful business. The book is also about what Joe’s father Alex went through and how the operation we see now didn’t just happen.”

Forman: All authors encounter unexpected challenges while putting their book together. Describe some of the chal-

lenges that you ran into.

Lynch: “First off, I wanted to make sure that my research was correct. I had difficulty finding a photo of the ship that Alex came on. So I called my nephew in Halifax and asked him to go down to Pier 21 Museum and take a picture of the ship for me. I had to make sure that I was accurate with my descriptions of things, that I was telling the story correctly. I ran the details by Joanne Colasanti and other family members for verification, they lived it, so I knew it would make my book accurate.”

Forman: Many of our readers are familiar with Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens, possibly first visiting as a kid to see the animals and now popping in for a meal or a plant. What do you think they will find most interesting about this read?

Lynch: “I think they will find interesting the development of the business and the side stories that they don’t know about. For example, people would not know about the time that Joe’s brother Ronny went out west to save four mustangs from becoming dog food. Most wouldn’t know that Ronny was a political animal, he was a County Commissioner in Michigan and ran a business there too.”

Forman: John Dutton did the photo-art for this book. Tell me about your collaboration with him.

Lynch: “We also collaborated on my Odd Ear book. In this book, he took the photos and cleaned them up. Family photos were fixed by taking out distracting parts or he would put important features back in, like a foot. Joe would give us boxes of photos, we would filter through them looking for ones that fit the part of the book that we were working on.”

Forman: The latter part of the book focuses more on the operation as it now stands and the philanthropy associated

with the family. What impact was sought with these parts?

Lynch: “They were first with the tropicals, like oranges and grapefruits, it was all about growing where you are eating. No one in this area had anything like Colasanti’s. It has been a spectacular business that has grown so much over the years. As far as the philanthropy, Joe Colasanti never looks for a pat on the back, but if anyone deserves one it is him. I wanted to tell the story of philanthropy because it is the culmination of what the business has been about. The family has truly built a legacy that lives on.”

Forman: Authors often want to plant a lasting memory for the reader. What would you like the reader to take from this particular book?

Lynch: “This is a story of how someone can start with nothing and can become important. I want people to remember that Joe Colasanti has brought joy to lives that don’t necessarily have it, with his fundraising, his wheelchairs for kids, and his philanthropic nature”

Forman: It’s obvious that you love to write, what is the next big idea for you to write about?

Lynch: “I’d like to do a book about the growth of music in the Kingsville area, but it is difficult to narrow things down because there has been so much out there over the years. I will probably look at post-1950 and hope that I don’t ignore any of the great bands of the past.”

Forman: How can one get a copy of The Story of the Colasanti Family from Grandfather to Great-Grandchildren?

Lynch: “You can get a book by contacting me through email, robertlynchauthor@gmail.com. I can deliver right to the buyer’s house or they can come by my house to grab a copy.”

BOB LYNCH

Social skills, independence focus of new centre in Kingsville

By Mark Ribble

A new not-for-profit organization in Kingsville is providing much needed support for adults with disabilities.

Ursa Major Learning Services and Center opened in October in the Kingsville Community Church on Division Road and so far they’ve been able to share their programs with over a dozen

clients on a regular basis.

It truly is a family endeavour, run by Michael Tome and his wife Vanessa Young-Tome and Vanessa’s brother Mitchell Young.

The trio have years of experience with Michael being a former Special Education teacher, Vanessa a certified PSW and Mitchell with experience in other private respite settings.

Their motto is “Brave as Bears”, which lends itself to the Ursa Major concept — the constellation that literally translates to “greater bear”.

They provide educational programming for adults living with disabilities in Essex County and some of that includes crafts, games and social skills programs that allow their clients to work

towards independence. They also go on social trips such as the movies.

The centre is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 am to 4 pm.

On Wednesday, February 1, Ursa Major was busy with four clients — Justine, Joe, Daniel and Cameron — all of whom were excited to be there.

“I like it here,” said Joe. “It’s fun and I love these guys.”

Justine was just as happy to be there. “I’m having fun here,” she added.

While Cameron was a little shy to talk to the newspaper, Daniel told us he was also having a good time.

For Vanessa, it’s a joy to come to work every day.

“I came from long-term care, so this is really different and very rewarding,” she said. “Our mayor said it best last week when he said we’re building a community within a community.”

Vanessa, Michael and Mitchell are grateful for the Kingsville Community Church, which also houses the Kingsville Community Centre and indicated that their clients

can take advantage of any of the activities going on at the Community Centre.

Joe particularly likes the café.

“They have great coffee,” he said with the biggest smile you could imagine.

Ursa Major also does a monthly market, where the clients can sell some of their own creations.

“We want to foster that entrepreneurial spirit,” said Michael. “Joe does bead art and Justine has some looming items she sells.”

The trio says they are

filling a need in Kingsville and that they are really enjoying what they are doing.

“I thoroughly enjoy doing what I’m doing,” says Mitchell.

They are holding a Valentine’s Dance fundraiser complete with DJ and decorations on February 10 at the Kingsville Arena and tickets are going fast.

If you’d like to find out more about their programs or the upcoming dance, visit their website at www.umlsc.org or give them a call at 226-7050755.

Ursa Major was busy with four clients on Wednesday, February 1. Standing in the back are Michael Tome, Daniel (client), Mitchell Young and Vanessa Young-Tome. Seated are clients Justine, Cameron and Joe. SUN photo

Local duathletes to compete in Ibiza in April

By Mark Ribble

A Kingsville man and his girlfriend are jumping into international competition as they prepare to compete in the World Multisport Championships at Ibiza, Spain, in

late April.

Steve Benko and Marcia McRoberts have both qualified for the Olympic Distance Duathlon as part of the event and will run their race on April 30.

Benko, 45, who lives in

Kingsville, began racing in 2008 and is a regular competitor in local runs and has competed in marathons in Detroit and Ottawa among others.

Forty-three-year-old Marcia works at Lambton

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Marcia qualified in the Bluewater Triathlon, which was a qualifying race for the upcoming championships in Spain.

The pair has trained vigorously leading up to the race and is currently looking for sponsorship.

“It’s quite an expensive trip,” says Benko. “Local sponsorship would help a lot.”

Benko and McRoberts try to train together on weekends and modern technology allows them to train separately during the week but still stay connected while doing so.

The race they will be running on April 30 in Ibiza is a 10k run, 40k bike and 5k run.

“We’ve done sprint duathlons before but this will be the first Olympic distance,” says Benko.

McRoberts started her training in mid-September and Benko committed to the event and began training in early December.

The pair hopes to rep-

resent the area and their country well when the event takes place.

If you’d like to offer a

helping hand through sponsorship, you can contact Steve at sbenko1@ yahoo.ca.

5.64 per cent increase approved by CK council

Following two online community consultations and three Budget Committee meetings, on Wednesday, February 1, Chatham-Kent Council passed the 2023 municipal budget.

Chatham-Kent residents have been faced with unprecedented inflation levels. Municipal services have also dealt with those same pressures, with even higher inflation on infrastructure related expenses. The 5.64% budget increase includes significant investments in Chatham-Kent’s infrastructure with 51% of the 2023 budget increase being allocated towards infrastructure.

The remaining budget increase provides investments in affordable housing, enhanced 911 services, increased service levels for parks and cemeteries, and sustainable investments in municipal services.

In addition to the sustainable investments in core municipal services, Council committed to funding $4.5-million to ensure the continued growth of the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Wallaceburg campus.

The increase is under the 2022 Canada inflation rate of 6.8%. The overall budget increase represents a tax impact of approximately $178 on an average home assessment (January 1, 2016 value) of $173,100.

Prior to the draft budget being completed, the municipality launched a budget survey to seek input from the residents on areas of focus that were of importance to the public. The survey had over 220 responses, providing the municipality with residents’ ideas and opinions.

“Administration and Council worked very hard to keep the property tax increase under the national inflation rate,” said Mayor Darrin Canniff. “This increase will help to ensure we maintain the extensive infrastructure we have in Chatham-Kent such as our roads, but also helps address the need for affordable housing in our community.”

For more information on the 2023 Municipality of Chatham-Kent budget, visit chathamkent.ca.

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Marcia McRoberts and Steve Benko doing some trai ning in recent months. The pair is looking for some sponsorship to help with their April trip to Ibiza. Photo submitted

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Pastel jerseys do not an all-star game make

I know last year I lamented about the lack of excitement in the NHL All-Star game, and here I am again, believe it or not.

I believe they’ve taken what used to be a fantastic spectacle and made it into a milquetoast event for folks who have lots of money to spend and trendsetters who want to say they were at the game and festivities.

I know the players are having fun doing all of the fancy little events and playing in the endless games of threeon-three keepaway, but if I’m an NHL coach or GM (which I’m not), I’d much rather have my elite players take a fiveday rest at this point of the season.

So many things wrong. Where do I start?

Oh, I know.

Those pastel uniforms were awful this year. Has someone in the NHL office suddenly purchased shares in that baby blue colour?

My goodness, watching the Pacific versus Central divisions play their three-on-three game, I could not tell which team was which with all of the pink and blue stripes and colour panels.

The names on the jerseys were al-

most impossible to see on my TV screen amidst all of the pinks, blues and moving digital boards.

It’s bad enough that the Florida Panthers who hosted this year’s debacle have adopted that awful logo of a palm tree in a circle on those awful cyan shirts recently.

The team is supposed to be ferocious, like the panthers that they depict.

The Montreal Canadiens have also been wearing their own baby blue jerseys a lot of late. I’ve not ever been a Habs fan but those who I know (I’m looking at you, Tim Tetzlaff, Dennis McDonald and Tony DeSantis) must be as tired of seeing those jerseys as I am of the black Toronto ones they’ve been sporting lately.

The skills competitions are questionable anymore.

I used to love the old Showdown segments they played between periods on Hockey Night in Canada, complete with Ronnie Schell of Gomer Pyle fame voicing Peter Puck, which lent itself to the idea they could actually pull it off at All-Star time.

I didn’t mind when they introduced the hardest shot competition and fol-

He drove his 1946 Ford to see Elvis

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE

Bill

Sherk

The new “Elvis” movie reminds me of a story from Bob Lindsay:

“I was working at the John Inglis washing machine plant in Toronto in 1956 when I bought a 1946 Ford five-passenger coupe with a 1952 Ford flathead engine from a car lot on Danforth Avenue. It was $400 and I

financed it at $28 a month.

“Gas at that time was only 25-27 cents a gallon. I had no way of telling what kind of mileage I was getting because my speedometer didn’t work.

“I owned my ’46 Ford for three years and the most memorable time was when I drove with my friends to see Elvis Presley on April 2, 1957 at Maple Leaf Gardens.”

I was there myself with

friends from school. We got there on the subway.

I didn’t see Bob or his car but we sure heard the non-stop screaming as soon as Elvis stepped onto the stage and belted out “Hound Dog” and “Don’t Be Cruel” and “I Want You, I Need You, I Love You!” The girls went wild!

His next stop was Ottawa but the high-class Chateau Laurier Hotel refused to let the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll stay there, fearing his fans would wreck the place!

lowed that with the accuracy target shooting.

I’m sorry, I draw the line at the breakaway challenge where players are dressing as their favourite TV character and performing acrobatics for a judges’ panel.

I also draw the line at shooting pucks at surfboards which eventually trigger a dunk tank on the beach. As much as I enjoyed seeing Matthew Tkachuk get dunked, let’s save that for a post-season Battle of the NHL Stars competition.

Give me the long gone days of Reggie Leach, Bill Barber and Rick McLeish barreling down the ice for the Campbell conference as a unit, with Moose Dupont and Jim Watson anchoring the defence. I wasn’t a Flyers fan but I’d at least pay to see that. All five Philadelphia players on the same line in the AllStar game. Chewing bubblegum and taking names.

And playing a full 60-minute game with full rules and a little bit of contact.

They’ve announced that next year’s All-Star game will be hosted by the Toronto Maple Leafs and you’d think as big a fan as I am, I’d be thrilled about it

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being so close to home.

I’m not prepared to pay $2,000 a ticket to watch three-on-three meaningless pond hockey in a bunch of pastel jerseys.

Do I sound like an old curmudgeon?

Yes, I likely do, but sometimes things are better left the way they were and this is one of them.

There’s a reason nobody has ever come up with a better mouse trap and that’s because it’s near impossible to improve on the original.

James Atkinson had a great idea when he invented the prototype for that in 1897 and it was so good that the companies of today haven’t changed much of that original design.

It’s a case of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”

Gary Bettman and company could learn a lot from them.

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Bob Lindsay’s 1946 “Elvis” Ford.

Two friends say all you need is love for the Beatles

Now that the Christmas season has passed us by, it’s a good time for me to finally share with you a Beatles tradition that I’ve carried on for the past 12 or more Christmases with Southpoint Sun sports contributor and noted Leamington historian, Scott Holland.

Both avid and knowledgeable Beatles fans since the ’60s — with him in Leamington and me in Richmond Hill until I arrived here in 1977 — we’ve often chatted about and compared notes, research and information on the Fab Four since we became friends some 28 years ago. Since Christmas 2012, we have given each other a “Beatles gift” to add to our collections.

Like Scott, I have a huge Beatles library with most of their records, CDs and DVDs. As for Holland’s Beatles book collection, I’m sure his may be as large as mine where, along with having “The Complete Beatles Chronicle” by the world renown Beatleologist Mark Lew-

isohn, I have close to 80 books on the Beatles or John, Paul, George and Ringo individually.

This past Christmas, I gave Scott a CD of Badfinger’s Greatest Hits which I found on Amazon. My gift from Scott was a book by James Patterson called ‘The Last Days of John Lennon’. Patterson is one of the best-selling authors in the world and this book goes all the way back to the days when the Beatles grew up in Liverpool.

I must say this book was difficult to read at times. In the past, I’ve tended to steer away from any publication that deals with Mark David Chapman. I still vividly remember getting awakened by a phone call from CHYR DJ Bill Taylor late Monday night, December 8, 1980 around 11 p.m., telling me to turn the TV to the Monday Night Football game as he heard John Lennon had been shot.

I fumbled out of bed and turned the game on to hear Howard Cosell

say, “An unspeakable tragedy confirmed to us by ABC News in New York City. John Lennon, outside of his apartment building on the West Side of New York City. The most famous perhaps, of all of the Beatles, shot twice in the back, rushed to Roosevelt Hospital. Dead on arrival”.

I was devastated to hear that.

Getting back to Patterson’s book, it talks most of the time about John Lennon and the Beatles growing up in Liverpool and their incredible rise to fame worldwide and the success they had over the years.

As an aside — right at the beginning in the prologue — on December 6, 1980, as Chapman is sitting on the plane, Patterson mentions that Chapman was going to buy a .22 handgun.

However, the salesman steered him to a .38, telling him that “with a .22, the burglar will laugh at you. But, with a .38, nobody’s going to laugh at

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you. Just one shot and you’re going to bring him down”.

Just imagine, if that salesman instead had some ethics and went ahead and sold Chapman the smaller gun that he asked for. But, because he bought a .38 and had the hollow-points, he just put it in his suitcase.

Mind you, Chapman worried when he landed in New York as hol-

low-points are illegal there and he could be arrested if security searched his bag. But noone seemed to notice as he picked up his suitcase and headed for the exit. Not surprising as he was invisible his whole life.

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His wishes ran out after he gunned down Len-

non and he waited to be arrested. This killer has been locked up for over 42 years now, and at 67 years of age he was denied parole on November 8, 2022, again — for the 12th time.

Community feedback needed for Leamington Fire Master Plan

The Municipality of Leamington has engaged the Loomex Group to develop a Fire Master Plan for the Municipality.

The Fire Master Plan will help to ensure delivery of fire protection and related services keeps pace with development, technology and continued growth in Leamington.

The plan will also include a Community Risk Assessment that will paint a picture of local needs and circumstances and will be used to

inform decision-making and establish service levels for the Leamington Fire Department.

The plan will be guided by: public education and prevention; fire safety standards and enforcement; and emergency response.

Have Your Say

In developing the plan, the municipality would like to provide residents with an opportunity to voice any concerns and suggestions regarding the emergency and fire services currently delivered

in Leamington. Community engagement will offer an invaluable source of information that will assist with ensuring the community’s needs are met today and in the future.

Take a few minutes to share your feedback through a short online survey available at www. leamington.ca/FireSurvey

Paper copies of the survey are also available at the Leamington Fire Hall located at 5 Clark Street West, Leamington.

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Jingle Bell Run a ringing success, raising $10,000

After

and runners from across Essex County

Thankyou!

Helen Beaudette

1921 - 2023

We want to thank everyone who expressed their love, prayers and condolences on our mother’s passing January 19.

Special thanks to Rosewood Erie Glen where she lived and was provided excellent care the last three years, Erie Shores Hospice Leamington for the comforting days, and Reid Funeral Home Essex for their caring and consoling during this time.

The Beaudette Family

“Jingle On” back in November and celebrated a live, in-person Jingle Bell Run event raising $10,000

Thank you!

Frieda Woelk and family would like to thank everyone for their concern, their love, flowers, cards and phone calls after Lawrence’s passing.

The positive feedback was and is very comforting.

With Love, Frieda

in support of Community Living Essex County.

“Our entire staff and I are thrilled to lend our support through this wonderful event to an organization that helps so many in the community,” said James Knapp, event Chairperson and Manager of Ken Knapp Ford.

“Although Community Living Essex County receives funding through the Ministry of Community and Social Services, the funds never meet the demands and that is why fundraisers and strong partnerships like these with Ken Knapp Ford are vital”, states Karen Bolger, Executive Director.

Giving Tuesday raises $12,000, provides tech to people with intellectual disabilities

Community Living Essex County and matching partner Libro Credit Union announced that they have met and exceeded their 2022 Giving Tuesday campaign goal of raising $12,000.

All contributions made to Community Living Essex County from Tuesday, December 6 to December 31 were matched, dollar for dollar, up to a maximum of $6,000 by Libro Credit Union.

“We are thrilled and so thankful to receive online donations and the local community fundraisers

helped us to exceed our campaign goals,” stated Tony DeSantis, Manager of Community Relations, Community Living.

Local community events included a special campaign kick-off lunch/ dinner hosted by Vern’s Tap and Grill in Kingsville and month-long designated contributions by Carmen’s Catering in Leamington and several Domino’s Pizza locations in the area.

The proceeds from the 2022 Giving Tuesday campaign will purchase smart support technology

including smartphones, iPads, apps and other assistive devices.

“Technology is a fundamental aspect of our lives and it’s no different for people with an intellectual disability,” said Karen Bolger, Executive Director at Community Living Essex County. “We are so thankful to all our community partners and donors for helping us provide people with more access to technology for learning, independence, fun, and connecting with friends and family.”

In Loving Memory of Scott Sovie

Who passed away 10 years ago.

May 8, 1968 – February 10, 2013

If only we could make one wish and know it would come true, We’d pray to God with all our hearts, for yesterday and you.

Love Always, Mom & Brian

The days may have passed and turned into years, I miss you so much, I have shed so many tears,

But my love for you will never disappear.

Until we meet again…

Cassandra, Brian, Ava, Skylar & Addy

In Loving Memory of Bill

Galloway

May 25, 1931 – February 8, 2018 Dad…

Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words, And missed beyond measure… Loved and missed by Dave (late) & Alison Galloway, Lorie & Lambert Wybenga, Dan & Wendy Galloway and families

In Loving Memory of Brenda Moody

August 21, 1968 - February 13, 2022

Love George and the Moody & Watkins families

In Loving Memory of a dear brother-in-law and uncle, Blair

CampBell

Who passed away 35 years ago on February 14, 1988 at the age of 29. Forever young Forever remembered.

Love Allison and kids, Mike, Cara, Marci

Jelena Adzic, Community Manager (left) and John Dufour, Relationship Manager (centre) of Libro Credit Union, present a cheque for $6,000 representing Giving Tuesday matching dollars to Karen Bolger, Executive Director, and Tony DeSantis, Manager of Community Relations, with Community Living Essex County.

Submitted photo

From left, Event Chair James Knapp — along with volunteers Saylor and Dan — present proceeds from the 2022 Jingle Bell Run to Community Living Essex County Executive Director Karen Bolger and Tony DeSantis, Manager of Community Relations. Submitted photo

Wheatley Branch 324 Legion News

Looking for something to do with your sweetie before Valentine’s Day? Have a February birthday but no plans yet? Well look no further. Wheatley Legion is hosting its next monthly birthday bash on Saturday, February 11 from 8 p.m. to midnight at Talbot Trail Golf Course. Entertainment will be Jim and Kris, a piano and guitar duo. It’s sure to be a fun evening!

There will be a General Meeting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, February 15, downstairs at the Wheatley Friendship Club. Members, there are some important issues to be heard and voted on. Please try to attend. Use the north door.

There was a nice crowd

Uni-Fab gives major donation to The Bridge

As a global provider in custom fabrication of aluminum, steel and stainless steel products, UniFab continues its growth as one of the largest metal fabrication shops in Ontario with a new expansion set to be completed later this year.

With this continued success, Abe Fehr (President) and his daughter Mary Fehr (Vice-President) wish to remain philanthropic and give back to the community in a large way. This year Uni-Fab has pledged to donate $250,000 to The Bridge Youth Resource Centre’s Welcome Home Starts With You tiny

home community initiative.

These homes will not only provide a space for youth to transition to once they have been part of the Quiring Family Fresh Start Housing facility, but also addresses the great need for housing in this region across various population groups.

“We appreciate all the work that The Bridge is doing and are happy to support the latest initiative of affordable housing, as we believe in the importance of being a good neighbor in this community,” said Abe Fehr.

The initial phase of the

tiny home community will have 12 units ready for occupancy sometime this spring.

“We are so thankful to Abe and Mary of UniFab for their continued generosity,” said Krista Rempel, Executive Director for The Bridge. “They have been supporters of the organization since its opening in 2018 and have remained involved ever since. We continue to grow as an organization and hope to continue the work of building more housing to meet our community’s needs.”

out to play fun darts at Kingsville Legion on Friday, February 3. Recording five wins were: JoeAnn Smith, Gord Crook and Larry Evoy; Jody Vincent, Bonnie Evoy and Cookie Klooster; Leann Roth, Julie Reid and David Leili; Sherry Chambers, Blain Roth and Tim Vreman. Three wins: Lynn Scott, Elvie Vreman and Ben Balter. Two wins: Jean Teylouni, Neil Handspiker and Brad Breen; Sue Breen, Doug Stevenson and John Balkwill. One win: Laura Smith, Amy Kendel and Jim McClellan. Lady doublers were Jody, Bonnie, Leann, Sherry and Lynn.

There is a Zone A-2 Mixed Dart Tournament on February 25 in Essex.

Only one team has signed up so far. There are only a few days left to sign up. Call Jim McClellan at 519-825-4816 no later than February 11 if you plan on putting in a team.

The February 4 Meat Draw winners were Donna Corlett, Marilyn Lyons, Jim Bell, Sandy Simpson (2), Carol Lotsberg (2), Julie Reid and Jim McClellan. The 50/50 winner was Deb Marentette.

Meat Draws continue every Saturday at Talbot Trail Golf Course. Tickets go on sale at 3 p.m. and the draws are every half hour from 3:30 to 5:00. Bring a friend, a co-worker or maybe someone who has never experience the thrill of winning a slab of meat!

Military Museum hosting guest speaker

In honour of Black History Month, Barbara Porter of the Amherstburg Freedom Museum will be the guest speaker at the Kingsville Military Museum on Saturday February 18 at 10 am.

Barbara will present a slide show about the No. 2 Construction Battalion, the first and only all-Black battalion in Canadian military history. Ms. Porter had family members in that battalion. Seating

Come

is limited and admission is by donation. Call 519733-2803 to reserve your seat.

The Museum is located directly behind the Kingsville Legion on Division Street South.

Uni-Fab in Leamington recently committed $250,000 to The Bridge’s Welcome Home Starts With You tiny home initiative. From left to right: George Bergen, President, Board of Directors, The Bridge; Mary Fehr, Vice-President, Uni-Fab; Abe Fehr, President, UniFab; and Krista Rempel, Executive Director, The Bridge. Photo submitted

So just what are you eating?

Thank you for the many notes you sent me regarding agriculture questions you have. Keep your questions coming!

We all love to eat food. We need food, just as we need water to survive. But what we eat plays a huge role in our health.

So just what are you eating? I know I need to clean up some of my eating habits!

Most of us eat foods that come from many countries. How safe do you think the food you eat is? How safe do you want your food to be? We know it is important to buy quality food for ourselves and our family, as well as the economic value of supporting our local producers.

Where our food comes from and how that food is grown are very important factors for consumers. This area has some of the best producers in the world in terms of knowl-

edge, efficiency, caring for their land, for the foods they grow, and the animals they raise.

Most countries around the world have food regulations and inspections, but these standards are not the same. Canada has one of the most stringent food quality and safety standards in the world.

Crop protection products are used to control weeds, insects, and diseases. Some consumers would rather not have commercial crop protection products on the foods they buy, so they purchase certified organic products. We have a number of organic producers in our area to meet this consumer demand.

The rest of our producers use commercial crop protection products. The actual product and the amounts used are regulated by Canadian government agencies. However, the Canadian government

Diane Wolters

August 8, 1941 – January 30, 2023

Diane Wolters (nee Van Ryswyk) passed away peacefully on Monday, January 30, 2023, at the age of 81. Reunited with her husband John (2014). Cherished mother of John (Netta Cornect), Elizabeth (Sara avMaat), Margaret (Brent) Dawkins and Charles (Dawn). Loving Opoe of Morrigan, Damon (Allanah), Emily (Francis), the late Nathan, Derek (Camila), Ethan and Andrew. Dear sister of Leny Vermeeren and Joe (Liz) Van Ryswyk. Predeceased by her siblings Bill Van Ryswyk, Truus Van Bommel, Leo Van Ryswyk, Bert Van Ryswyk, Marie Vandenbroek, Tony Van Ryswyk and Annie Verhallen. She will be missed by her extended family and friends.

Diane was born in Holland and immigrated to Canada with her family in 1954. She had a love for crocheting and knitting, but only sewed when she had to. Diane was a devoted wife, mother and homemaker, always supporting her husband and family in all of their endeavours. She knew everyone’s favourite food and made sure it was on the table when you went over. Since moving to Kingsville, family and friends remained a priority, shown by her regularly scheduled phone calls. Diane appreciated family and friend visits, and time spent drinking coffee around the kitchen table.

In kindness, donations may be made to L’Arche Antogonish (www.larcheantigonish.ca). Visitation Saturday, February 4, 2023 from 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m., followed by 11 a.m. Mass at Sacred Heart Church, 131 Thames St. North, Ingersoll. Lunch to follow at the church hall. Arrangements entrusted to Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington, ON, 519-326-2631.

Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

does not have jurisdiction on crop protection products and amounts used in other countries, including the U.S., Mexico, Chile, China, India and other countries we import food from.

What does this mean to you as a consumer? Well, the grapes you buy from Chile, or the strawberries from California, or the jar of pickles from India, may all be sprayed with crop protection products that are banned for use by our Canadian government. So farmers in other countries are able to use crop protection products that our Canadian farmers are not allowed to use at all, and you have absolutely no idea what chemicals are being sprayed on the foods being imported into our country and into your home.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) monitors and tests the foods our farmers pro-

duce, the food products made in Canada, and the foods imported into Canada. The inspections and testing for imported food products is determined by a number of factors, including the amount of that food we eat as Canadians, trends on eating habits, and other areas. One of the CFIA’s goal is to ensure Canadians have safe and healthy foods.

However, the CFIA only has so many food inspectors. The vast majority of food imported into Canada is not tested. There is too much imported food for the CFIA to test. Saying that, they do test many foods and they do monitor parts of the world where they know there could be issues related to food safety.

As a consumer, you need to be more aware of the foods you eat, including fresh, canned and frozen, and where these foods come from by read-

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Kim Cooper

Clark Snively

ing and understanding food labels. I have told my family not to buy any foods grown in China or India, which includes fish. I have seen what gets applied to fields and I have seen what gets fed to the fish. You definitely don’t want to be eating those products. So read the labels on the food you buy.

All of this is another reason to buy locally grown food products when possible, because you will be buying fresh, nutritious and safe foods.

Just some food for thought.

Kim Cooper was involved in the agribusiness sector for over 45 years. He can be reached at kim.e.cooper@ gmail.com

A Leamington man is $800,000 richer after spinning his way to a big win at the OLD Prize Centre in Toronto.

John Watkins, a retired paramedic, says he plays the lottery once a week and this is his first big win.

“I’ve been playing consistently for 30 years,” he said while picking up his winnings. “I normally play the Big Spin, but I decided to try my luck this time with the Bigger Spin.”

The 64-year-old father and grandfather said when his spin landed on Bigger Spin at the store, he was very excited because he knew he was guaranteed $500,000.

John said the feeling was unbelievable while at the OLG Prize Centre to spin The Bigger Spin Wheel.

Proof of obituary to run

February 8, 2023

Southpoint Sun

Clark Snively passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 4, 2023, at the age of 61. Missing him deeply is his beloved spouse, Trudy Lanca. Cherished father of Dawn Ward (Frank, 2020). Loving grandpa to Taylor Ward and Jacklyn Wall. Loving uncle to James (Shehnaaz), and great-uncle to Ziare and Cairo. Also missing Clark are his siblings Vicki Evans (Brian) and his twin brother Mark (Tammy Lynne).

$200 plus $26 HST = $226

Predeceased by his parents Charles and Juanita Snively. Clark is also sadly missed by Trudy’s children, grandchildren and great-granddaughters.

Any changes please email sun@southpointsun.ca Thanks.

Clark worked for many years in greenhouses and on the docks, and was a man of many interests. Whether it was a concert or tuning in on the radio, music was a second language to him. When he couldn’t be found jamming to classic rock, Clark loved spending his time fishing, gardening and creating art. He will be remembered for his hard work, the light he brought with him when he entered a room, and his ability to see creativity and beauty in everything.

A memorial visitation will be held at Kendrick Funeral Home, Kingsville, on Thursday, February 9, 2023, from 5-7 p.m.

In honor of Clark, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 500 - 55 St. Clair Ave. W., Toronto, ON, M4V 2Y7, or the Windsor-Essex County Humane Society, 1375 Provincial Rd., Windsor, ON, N8W 5V8. Condolences and memories can be shared with the family at www.Kendrickfuneralhome.com

“I was very shocked and excited. I was so close to landing on $1 million but I am so happy to be walking away with $800,000,” said Watkins.

He plans to put his win toward paying off his mortgage, helping his children and saving the rest for a rainy day.

“We will also plan a family vacation,” he said. The winning ticket was purchased at Seacliff Stop and Shop Variety on Seacliff Drive in Leamington.

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February 08, 2023

Leamington resident hits big on The Bigger Spin Leamington Bridge Club scores

Southpoint Sun $200 plus $26 HST = $226

The following are the top scoring teams in recent Bridge games at the Leamington Half Century Centre.

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Thanks.

Jan. 23: North/South - 1st Pauline Mikolash and Roger Cote, 2nd Henry Hildebrandt and Gail Grant, 3rd Cathy Mitchell and Case Mulder, 4th Al Morrison and Agnes Fraser. East/West – 1st Dave Derbyshire and Dale Smith, 2nd Rowe Deans and Shirley Morel, 3rd Bob Bell and Sally Bell, 4th Bob Lee and George Hildebrandt.

Jan. 27: 1st Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 2nd Agnes Fraser and Frank Duransky, 3rd Al Morrison and Case Mulder, 4th Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash, 5th Shirley Morel and Rowe Deans, 6th Dave Derbyshire and Dale Smith.

Jan. 30: North/South - 1st Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash, 2nd Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 3rd Bob Bell and Sally Bell, 4th Dave Derbyshire and Dale Smith. East/West - 1st Rowe Deans and Shirley Morel, 2nd Case Mulder and Agnes Fraser, 3rd JC Leeson and George Hildebrandt, 4th Al Morrison and Buddy Ellwood.

Feb. 3: 1st Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 2nd Dale Smith and Case Mulder, 3rd Agnes Fraser and Frank Duransky, 4th Al Morrison and Sue Duransky, 5th Pauline Mikolash and Roger Cote, 6th Moira Escott and Margaret Foster.

If you require assistance in placing an obituary please contact your funeral director or give us a call at 519-398-9098

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Wheatley Friendship Club report

By Bonnie Dawson

The afternoon of Bingo on February 1 at the Wheatley & District Friendship Club began with Linda Wigfield welcoming everyone and calling the numbers for Bingo. After a round or two, Janet Hewett replaced her in calling the numbers while Pauline Sample handed out the prizes. Thanks to the three of them.

The winners of Bingo were Earlene Gould, Mary Siddall, Dianne Lenarduzzi, Doreen Armstrong, Robert Lapsa,

Barb Siddall and Bonnie Dawson.

The next Bingo will be on Wednesday, February 15 at 1:30 p.m. at a cost of $1.

The 50/50 winners were Mary Hairsine and Pat Matier.

Construction at the club continues.

There will be an executive meeting on Wednesday, February 22 at 10 a.m. If members have any questions or concerns, please use the suggestion box which is opened at the executive meetings. The board can’t resolve

a problem if they don’t know about it.

The schedule remains the same with quilting on Mondays and Thursdays, and Euchre on Tuesday afternoons from 1:30-4:00 at a cost of $2.

The Treasures Room and Library are open to members and the Exercise Room is open to members at $1 per visit.

If club members are interested in foot care, call Jessica Rodzik-Couto at 519-990-7308 for an appointment.

Until next time…

Kingsville Friendly Club

President Bob Bell welcomed 27 members out to play cards on Tuesday, January 27 at the Kingsville Friendly Club, welcoming Bev Pillon.

Bridge scores: Alta Van Vliet 3370, Roy Trowell 3070, Bert Patrick 2090.

Euchre: Robert Boose 100, Erma Hickmott and Willy Fittler 95, Mac Stanly 94.

Most lone hands: Brenda Anger,Willy Fittler and John Gerhardt tied at 4. Pepper: Eileen Salter 239, Ken Salter 225, Sue Girardin 220. Most peppers: Sue Girardin 3. Thanks to Carrie Schultz and Mac Stanley from the Euchre group for the snacks for coffee time.

President Bob Bell welcomed 35 members out to play cards on Friday, February 3, welcoming back

Carolyn Brown and Donna LeGrow who haven’t been out for a while. We missed you!

Bridge scores: Bert Patrick 4330, Alta Van Vliet 3370, Roy Trowell 2890. Euchre: Erma Hickmott 86, Sharie Blythe 82, Dave Patterson 80.

Most lone hands: Willy Fittler and Dave Patterson tied at 3. Pepper: Rose Foldesi 303, Bill Fielding

247, Ken Salter 244. Most peppers: Bill Fielding 10! Thanks to Maggie Hansen for the chocolates.

Thanks to Ken and Eileen Salter for funding the February birthday cake baked by Sweet Memories and Bob Bell for the ice cream.

Everyone enjoyed cake and ice cream with their coffee and conversation.

WHEATLEY LEGION THANKS KINGSVILLE BRANCH

After the explosion in Wheatley, Kingsville Legion Branch 188 has been sharing their Legion with the Wheatley Legion dart players. Each week a share-the-wealth draw took place and proceeds were donated to the Wheatley Branch. To show appreciation for their

The SKW Community Fund Advisory Committee Has Positions Available

We are currently seeking applications from community-minded volunteers interested in accepting, reviewing, and evaluating grant applications received from charitable and qualifying non-profit groups in Chatham-Kent.

Committee members are required to meet twice annually to review applications received in the spring and the fall of each year. Members of the advisory committee commit to serving for two years.

To apply, please email your answers to the questions below, with “SKWCFAC App” in the subject line, to info@chathamkentcommunityfoundation.ca

1. Please provide your name, address, phone number & email.

2. Why are you interested in serving as a South Kent Wind Community Fund Advisory Committee member?

3. Please share with us an outline of your previous volunteer involvement and any work you have provided in service to your community.

4. Please list other committees of which you have been a member.

The deadline for application submission is March 15,

2023

Since its inception in 2013, the SKW Community Fund has contributed over $6 million to the Chatham Kent Community Foundation. Over $3 million has flowed through in the form of grants to community organizations dedicated to making a difference in Chatham-Kent. The remainder has gone into an endowment to continue giving back to the community in perpetuity.

comradeship, $500 was donated to Kingsville Legion to replace the dartboard mats. From left to right are: James Raposa, Kingsville Legion sports officer; Jim McClellan, Wheatley Legion sports officer; and Chuck Laliberte, President of Kingsville Branch 188.

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Memories of... Kingsville, Leamington and

Whea ey

Photos from Kingsville-Gosfield Heritage Society

Dusting off the memories

Cedar Beach Drug Store, owned by Red Morris, offered drugs, toiletries, china and souvenirs for sale as well as providing a luncheon menu. Speed boat rides were available from the Cedar Beach Drug Store for 50 cents a ride for summer visitors renting a cabin or for cottagers not owning a boat.

1790-2000 A Stroll Through Time

Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives

Looking back ...

From the Leamington Post February 7, 1989

The boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This photograph of an unidentified family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in the

A Look at Leamington’s Past courtesy of C. Scott Holland

Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection

Residents in one of the town’s newest subdivisions say they have waited long enough for improvements to a playground and green area and they backed their request with a 273-name petition presented to Leamington’s planning committee. Spokesman Charles Wright said they’d like to see the park completed sooner rather than later. The site is the Alderton Street Park, one of the largest green areas owned by the town.

When Gerhard Klassen chose to become a doctor, he decided his priorities would lie in helping those less fortunate. So during the course of his medical schooling and subsequent career as a general surgeon, this choice took him across Canada to Africa, the U.S. and back to Canada. His most recent move has brought him to Leamington, where he has accepted a position with the Leamington Medical Centre. He comes to Leamington from Orange County Hospital in Paoli, Indiana.

Given the statistics, there is little surprise to at least one style of development pressure on Leamington’s waterfront. Leamington is one of three centres in which Quadrille Development Corp of Toronto is constructing what they deem luxury living centres for seniors. The 2.3 acres on the south side of Robson Road just east of the dock will give way to a building with about 100 units.

February 1991 - A Kids Meal Program supported by the Salvation Army is in full swing to help school children eat healthy, satisfying meals. Preparing and serving the meals are: Pat Cameron, Carolyn Coad, Hazel Casey, Helen Girardin, Iva Pastorius and Inez Higgins.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal

About 150 parents, students and supporters of United Mennonite Educational Institute (UMEI) attended a closed meeting on January 30 to discuss the possibility of merging the school with the Essex County Board of Education. UMEI is the only private high school in the county. Faced with steadily declining enrolment over the past five years, the school is considering merging into the public board. This year only 54 students in grades 9 through 12 are attending the school which is about half capacity. Chairman of the UMEI board Robert Konrad says that the school’s financial situation is not critical, but a continuing decline in enrolment will be a problem.

From the Kingsville Reporter

February 7, 1989

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 188 recently presented certificates and cash awards to the winners of their Remembrance Day Literary Contest. Winners were Jennifer Julien, Karen Klassen, Mary Ann Bartsch, Sarah Wybenga, Kelly Kovacs, Josh Thomson, Cameron Lyons, Erica Brown and Neil Baldwin.

Kingsville may soon be able to make phone calls to Windsor thanks to the efforts of Gail Disher. About three years ago, Gail moved from Windsor to Kingsville but later felt the burden of a long and expensive phone bill. Gail called Bell to ask them if Kingsville could be considered, but was told it would be a number of years before the toll-free service would be possible, possibly six years. Last October she drafted a petition and in five weeks had gathered 3,300 signatures. Fingers are crossed that the CRTC approves the toll-free status soon.

From the Wheatley Journal

February 8, 1989

This past weekend, the Wheatley Oldtimers Hockey Club brought home the gold from the St.Thomas Whalers 35-plus tournament. In the first game against the London Old Tractors, Rick Thompson scored twice while Paul Reid, Bruce King and Fudd Jackson potted singles as Wheatley rolled to a 5-1 win. Wayne King got the win in net. In game two, the Oldtimers beat London’s Spanky’s Gang 7-2. Seven different Wheatley players scored in this one: Bob McLean, Gord Perrault, Rick Imeson, Barry Edwards, Robert Shaw, Barry Thompson and Fudd Jackson. Sunday morning, the locals knocked off London Southwestern Supply by a 4-1 count. Rick Thompson led with two, and singles were scored by Paul Reid and Mike Getty. A rematch Sunday afternoon left the Oldtimers up against Southwestern Supply for the title, which the Oldtimers won 7-0. Once again, seven different players scored with singles to Bob McLean, Jim Sudds, Dennis Jackson, Fudd Jackson, Mike Getty, Gord Perrault and Rick Thompson. Wayne King finally got his shutout in the final.

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Submarine cycling and these young lads wasted no time inventing a new game, “submarine cycling”. If nothing else, it’s a quick way to wash a ten-speed bicycle!

On Tuesday February 7, students of St. John de Brebeuf School were treated to a pancake lunch in the basement of the St. John de Brebeuf Church. The lunch was sponsored by the Catholic Women’s League to celebrate the beginning of Lent. Among those enjoying the pancakes were students Rachel Orawski, Luis Ferreira and Kelly McGuire.

There were over 20 applications received to fill the position of Kingsville’s Chief Administrative Officer and Clerk Herb Kreling, who will be departing for Ottawa later this month as the new administrative assistant to MP Jerry Pickard. Stan Brophey, 42, presently the Clerk-Treasurer of Romney Township, was selected to fill the position.

The first annual Alumni Cup was held in Wheatley this past weekend with some old rivals facing each other under friendlier terms. In the 35+ South Essex Division, the Blytheswood Mic Macs beat the Merlin Aces 3-1 in the final after defeating long-time rival Wheatley Omsteads in the semi-final game by a 4-0 score. The Leamington Flyers 30+ team went through undefeated, capping the tournament with a 4-3 win over the Dresden Kings. In the 21+ division, Dresden defeated the Leamington Flyers 3-1. Saturday afternoon a skills competition was held in shootout format. Kevin Fox of Dresden won the shooter’s trophy with Mark Bowman of the Leamington Flyers taking the goalie award. Wheatley’s own Tom ‘The Magician’ Howe took the shooter’s award while Gene Biekx won the goalie trophy.

late 1940s or early 1950s.

Photo of the old Kingsville Public school, taken from the rear, February 1941. kingsvillearchives@gmail.com

cash he won

trip to Las Vegas on the Lions Club annual Christmas Draw. Visiting the Wheatley Club for their regular meeting last Tuesday night were Region 2 chairman Joe Elliott (left) of Thorndale and Region 1 chairman Tom Allen (right) of Wallaceburg.

Elmer Kochie Susan Liovas* T.J. Nehmetallah*

Judi Hurtubise ** Michelle Branco Ron Derksen Erwin Tiessen

Rhonda Saad Karrie Sundin* Carol Sitler Michelle Royka*

Patricia Pedreira**

Kristyn Adams Kelly Vermast* Dan Woods* Dustin Kossom Brayden Mazzella

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January came and went as quickly as the Bank of Canada has raised rates (again)Signals have been made that this might be the last hike for a while. What does this mean? IF inflation continues to curb and prices stabilize, so too will the real estate market! Fixed Mortgage rates have already seen a slight improvement which should increase consumer confidence. January showed an average sale price increase of about 9% from December and we sold 14 more homes than we did in December as well. Note that the stats shown in the graphic are always compared to the same month of last year. We should keep in mind that we will not see any real balancing in these stats until at least this April, since April of 2022 is when our correction started. That is when we expect to see a more accurate reflection of where our market is headed, so stay tuned and see you next month! If you want to talk more about real estate, call the Direct Realty Group Today!

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AUCTIONS

February Hours: Mon.-Thur. 10-4, Fri. & Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-3 219 TALBOT ST. W. LEAMINGTON 519-322-4427 www.legacyauctions.net

ONLINE FARM EQUIPMENT AUCTION

Items held at 1003 South Middle Rd, South Woodslee AUCTION BEGINS TO CLOSE:

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 23 @ 6:00 PM

NO Reserves, Farms Rented

Tractors: New Holland T4030 Tractor 70 HP, Cockshutt 1655, Agco LT 75, 6710 Agco White, John Deere 6210.

Farm Equipment: 338 JD square baler, Hardi Navigator 550 Sprayer, JD 3PH, 709 7’ chopper/shredder, Massey Ferguson 620 disc, 20’ folding Chain harrows, 18’ Market seed auger, Overum

Triple K 5 furrow plow, Bush Hog 1600 14’ shredder, 15’ Sunflower no 2ll drill, Agco white 6600 soybean/corn planter, 2-Turnco 225 bu gravity wagons, Older Turnco 225 bu Gravity Wagon, Triple K s-2ne cultivator, 26’ crow foot packer, 1200 gal water tank on chassis w/2” Honda water pump, 2 furrow plow, Trimble EZ guide 250 lightbar guidance, Quick hitch, farm king 856 pto auger, tractor weights, 8’ heavy duty scraper blade.

Misc Horse Drawn equip: horse drawn bob sled, horse drawn bob sled & sleigh skids, misc horse collar, hames, and more.

Misc items: 48“ lawn roller, skid of misc jacks, 3 skids of misc double trees, misc tires and rims, hand sythes, misc garden tools and much more.

For catalogue, full details and bidding go to martyunholzerauctions.hibid.com

10% buyer premium capped at $1000 per item

Pickup: Saturday February 25 from 9a.m. - 6 p.m.

Prop: Tim Shanahan, Pine Grove Farms

Auctioneer: Marty Unholzer

SERVICES

IRWIN PLUMBING - New homes, renovations, repairs. Same or next day service. Since 1999. Call Tim 519825-7245. ja6-tf

ELECTROLUX SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan Bailey. 519-825-7698. tf

INCOME TAX

CONFIDENTIAL

PREPARATION OF personal, senior and farm income tax returns. Regular or E-filing. Pickup and delivery as well as contact free service available. Over 35 year’s experience. Call Tim Mousseau 519-9752414 or toll free 1-855-9752414. fe1-ap19

LAND WANTED

LAND WANTED TO SHARECROP - Call Ryan at 519-982-4826. ja4-fe22

PERSONAL

WANTED FOR FUN LIFE!

- Slim to thin woman for travel, wining & dining, romance, dating, maybe more? Call Tom at 519981-3860. No more online scams! fe8

1782 Lakeshore Rd#219, South Woodslee ON 519-723-2622 martyunholzerauctions.com

FIREARMS WANTED FOR OUR 2023 AUCTION PROGRAM

CONTACT: SWITZER’S AUCTION

The Deadline for Classified advertising in the Southpoint Sun is Friday at 4:00 p.m.

HOUSE FOR SALE

TWO BEDROOM HOUSE FOR SALE - on large lot, large shed, on County Road 31, south of County Road 8, 2744. Call 519-995-4450 or 519-982-4826. ja4-fe22

FOR RENT

LEAMINGTON LAKEFRONT APARTMENTS

Upscale and affordable apartments for rent in Leamington’s ONLY waterfront rental apartment building, overlooking Leamington Marina and Park. Minutes from the beach.

Amenities include:

•Library and social rooms

•Coin-less Laundry

•Beautiful lobby

•Underground parking available

•Outdoor balconies with water or city views

•FREE utilities

•Secured access and 24-7 onsite management

Call Mike & Kevin for leasing information 519-326-8819 or visit www.ska-apartmentrentals.com

HELP WANTED

Southwestern Manufacturing Inc is looking for (5)CNC

Machinist

Minimum of 40-50 hours per week

Southwestern

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(5) 1st & 2nd Class Welder

Minimum

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Duties:

• Read and Interpret welding blueprints, drawings spec Interpret welding process specifications

• Operate manual, semi-automatic, automated welding equipment

• Operate Oxy Arc Cutting Equipment Examine welds to meet the customer’s standard and spec

PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES

Full time greenhouse general labourers. $15.50/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via email: careers@pinnacle-acres.com No experience or education required. de4-tf

VOLUNTEERS

VOLUNTEERS WANTEDThe Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary is looking for help with: events, museum help, gardening, lawn care etc. If interested please email volunteer@jackminer. com au18-tfn

WANTED TO BUY

LOCAL FIREARMS COLLECTOR LOOKING TO purchase unwanted firearms. Fully licensed and professional. Give me a call and let’s make a deal! 519796-6591. eow

The Township of Pelee is Hiring!

We are seeking individuals with strong teamwork skills, excellent customer service and communication skills, and the ability to problem solve in a variety of positions.

The Township is accepting resumes for the following positions: Administrative Assistant

East Park Campground Supervisor

East Park Campground Attendants

Scudder Marina Supervisor

Scudder Marina Attendants

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume (cover letter does not apply to attendants). Resumes will be received until Wednesday, March 1st, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. Applications can be submitted by mail, email or dropped off in person to the Municipal Office:

Email: kristine.horst@pelee.ca

C/O Kristine Horst, Interim Clerk

CONFIDENTIAL

Township of Pelee

1045 West Shore Rd

Pelee Island, ON N0R 1M0

Deadline to apply: March 1st, 2023

Further details including full job advertisements and duties can be found online at www.pelee.org/municipality/employment/ or stop by the Municipal Office.

ESTATE, FARM, TOOLS, UNIQUE ARTS, FURNITURE, JEWELLERY, LOCALLY MADE CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES & OTHER FAIR TRADE ITEMS.

2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 519-733-2305 www.kingsville.ca requests@kingsville.ca

NOTICE OF PASSING OF DEVELOPMENT CHARGES BY-LAW

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville passed development charges By-law No. 4-2023 on the 25th day of January, 2023 under section 2 (1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O., 1997 c. 27, as amended;

AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or organization may appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal under section 14 of the Act, in respect of the development charges by-law, by filing with the Clerk of the Town of Kingsville on or before the 6th day of March, 2023 a notice of appeal setting out the objection to the by-law and the reasons supporting the objection.

The development charge by-law4-2023 is available for review online at www.kingsville.ca/dcs. Copies of the D.C. by-law are also available at the Municipal Office, 2021 Division Road North.

No key map has been provided as the by-law applies to all lands located within the Town of Kingsville.

DATED at Kingsville, Ontario this 1st day of February, 2023.

Paula Parker, Town Clerk The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 www.kingsville.ca

Notice Special Meeting of Council 2023 Budget Review

The Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington will review the proposed 2023 Budget on:

Monday, February 27, 2023

Tuesday, February 28, 2023, and if needed

Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Each meeting will commence at 9:00 AM each day in the Council Chambers at the Leamington Municipal Building, 111 Erie Street North, Leamington.

The Municipality of Leamington has transitioned its Council meetings to a hybrid mix of in-person attendees and remote meeting participants. Members of the public have the option to participate in Council meetings in-person at the Leamington Municipal Building or electronically via Zoom.

If a person wishes to attend the meeting as a delegation to speak to a matter on the Council agenda, a person must register to appear as a delegate by completing a form on the municipal website at leamington.ca/delegationform.

If a person wishes to address an item(s) on the Council agenda, a person must send an email to the Clerk at clerks@leamington.ca prior to 12:00 PM on February 23, 2023, and such submission shall be provided to Council. Individuals who submit correspondence and any other information to Council should be aware that any personal information contained within their communications may become part of the public record and may be made available through the agenda process which includes publication on the Municipality’s website.

To watch the meeting live, please visit: leamington.ca/live

Proposed 2023 Budget documents will be available for viewing on February 15, 2023, on the municipal website at leamington.ca/budget.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Excessive spending in recent days may have you feeling nervous about your finances, Aries. In addition to bills, you could be waiting to be reimbursed. Be patient.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, you may have been working so hard you haven’t had time to spend with family and friends lately. Clear your calendar and make some time for recreation.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

This week you may lock yourself behind closed doors and enjoy some alone time for a change, Gemini. Relax with a good book or binge watch some television.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

A friendship could be tested when you get into a quarrel over money, Cancer. You each have different philosophies on spending. Try to see both sides.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Philosophy and religious principles are of interest to you lately, Leo. Explore the metaphysical and dive into these subjects with all of your energy.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, you could be longing for a vacation, so why not make it happen?

If you’ve socked away some cash, put it towards a trip to recharge and relax.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Make an effort to reconnect with someone you have known a long time who has become absent from your life. Resolve to maintain this connection in

the years ahead.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Honest communication can take you through a rough patch you might be having with your romantic partner, Scorpio. Speak openly and honestly to resolve the issue.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Keep your eyes focused on the future, Sagittarius. It’s easy to dwell on what happened in the past, but that won’t matter much in the grand scheme of things.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

A miscommunication could find you spending money you just don’t have right now, Capricorn. This may be an instance when you need to seek a professional to sort it all out.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, a project that has been on the calendar for some time finally gets completed. It has been a long time coming, but the results are better than you expected.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Go through some old photos and reminisce, Pisces. It can be a quiet way to spend a day or two and enjoy the memories.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

FEBRUARY 5 - Darren Criss, Actor (36)

FEBRUARY 6 Charlie Heaton, Actor (29)

FEBRUARY 7 - Chris Rock, Comic (58)

FEBRUARY 8 - Jaden Hossler, Singer (22)

FEBRUARY 9 - Michael B. Jordan, Actor (36)

FEBRUARY 10 - Elizabeth Banks, Actress (49)

FEBRUARY 11 - Jennifer Aniston, Actress (54)

ANSWERS ON PAGE 16

Flyers shut out Komoka, fall to Chatham

By C. Scott Holland

Playing 11 games in the span of 26 days, the Leamington Flyers kicked off the final weeks of regular season play with a solid 7-0 drubbing of the last-place Komoka Kings here last Thursday.

On Sunday night in Chatham, it was certainly a big letdown for local fans as the Flyers allowed three quick Chatham goals in the opening minutes of the game, switched goalies and were behind 4-0 before the second period started. They did manage a comeback late in the third but ended up losing the contest 6-4.

Thursday may have been Groundhog Day but against the Flyers it seemed like the Komoka Kings had seen their own shadows. They mustered only 13 shots on Flyers’ starter Boe Piroski who earned his first shutout of the season. The Kings’ lineup had only 16 players – seven forwards and seven defensemen plus two goalies – and just two coaches.

“It was a good game by our group,” said head coach Dale Mitchell afterwards. “We allowed 13 shots which from a defensive standpoint we really like to see. Komoka was short some guys so we knew they couldn’t last the whole game competing with us.”

It didn’t take the Flyers long to assert a lead. At 5:27 of the opening period, Connor MacPherson and Ryan MacPherson set up James Sigmon’s first goal as a Flyer on the powerplay. Gabe Piccolo then set up Jack Cotter to post the Flyers a 2-0 lead.

The fireworks started erupting in the second frame as Nolan McKibbin and Ryan MacPherson tried scoring before Owen Holmes bashed a third rebound into the Kings’ net. While shorthanded near the nine-minute mark, Connor MacPherson grabbed a loose puck and went on a breakaway. Connor’s shorthanded shot from the top of the slot completely handcuffed Kings’ goalie Omar Hage.

As if that wasn’t enough, birthday boy Trevor LaRue took the pass work of Cotter and Piccolo and rifled a shot from the right side that beat Hage and ended the Komoka goalie’s night. Backup goalie Josh Hannivan faced as much rubber as Hage did and was greeted two minutes later by Hayden Reid and Thomas Grossi feeding LaRue, who netted the sixth Flyers’ marker.

The third period was rather calm and featured very little other than plenty of passing and shooting by the Flyers.

To cap the night, Holmes cashed in his second of the night at 15:10 with the two MacPhersons laying the groundwork.

In Chatham on Sunday, starting goalie Bryce Walcarius had a difficult night and was lifted after allowing three Chatham goals in the span of six minutes. Boe Piroski went in and played fairly well until late in the game. Piroski allowed the last three goals as the Flyers fell 6-4.

Down 4-0 for two frames, Connor MacPherson ignited some offense as he netted two of the

Flyers’ four markers. Billy Van Sumeren and LaRue gunned one apiece.

NOTES: Congratulations go Connor MacPherson, Ryan MacPherson and Hayden Reid, who

represented the Flyers on the GOJHL U18 team at the St. Andrew’s College MacPherson Tourney during the final weekend of January. The GOJHL team won the gold medal.

Thursday, February 9 will be the Flyers’ 70th anniversary reunion as the Flyers host the Chatham Maroons. Congratulations to goalie Boe Piroski, who was named

the GOJHL’s goalie of the month for January.

Schedule: Thursday, February 9 versus the Chatham Maroons at 7:10 p.m.

Flyers celebrating 70 years with alumni night

Often, when we talk about rich hockey history, we’re talking about NHL franchises like the Maple Leafs, Habs or Red Wings.

Leamington has its own rich hockey heritage as the Leamington Fly-

ers get set to celebrate 70 years of existence at their home game on Thursday, February 9.

Alumnus Terry Jackson is leading the charge for the Flyers’ Alumni night on Thursday and if

you’ve ever been a player, coach or volunteer, they’d like you in attendance at the game here against the Chatham Maroons.

Numerous homegrown Junior C Flyers Alum have climbed the

hockey ladder all the way to the NHL and even more Junior B grads have made it to the show. They are expecting a packed house for this game at Highbury Arena. Puck drops at 7:10 pm.

Flyers Gabe Piccolo (98), Connor MacPherson (25) and Jack Cotter (18) close in on Kings’ goaltender Omar Hage during the Flyers’ 7-0 whitewash of Komoka here Thursday. Scott Holland photo

Wallaceburg, Essex, Blenheim await

Sharks win one, lose one

By Greg Coulter

The Wheatley Omstead Sharks continue to play with grit and determination despite at times being a little bit snake-bit.

Wednesday at home against first place Essex they had several opportunities to take control of the game but failed to capitalize on some key opportunities. The league’s top teams make you pay for those little mistakes.

Essex struck paydirt first early and the teams traded four goals in a three-minute span midway through the first. The locals trailed 3-2 after one.

The second period saw end-to-end play with a chippiness reminiscent of playoff hockey. Kyle Greene had a stellar opportunity to tie the game midway through the period only to see his perfect deke slide just outside of the goal line past the far post.

Early in the third, another missed opportunity occured when Matt Carvalho’s penalty shot just caught the heel of the goalie’s stick and sailed wide.

Essex added one more, went into a defensive shell and the Sharks

couldn’t claw back, resulting in a 4-2 loss.

Blake McNally, with assists from Carvalho and Kyle Greene, and Denzel Aguilar (unassisted) scored for the Sharks.

Ethan Handley stood tall between the pipes with 39 saves, with the Sharks garnering 31 shots.

Sunday in Amherstburg the Sharks mounted leads of 2-1 after one and 4-2 after two.

Locals headed to famous Quebec tournament

Thursday, Feb. 9 vs Chatham

Leamington Flyers will be holding their Second Annual Alumni Night on Feb. 9. All former Flyers players, coaches and staff are welcome.

Please contact Terry Jackson at 519-322-5055 or tljackson14@hotmail.com and let us know if you are able to attend.

ALUMNI NIGHT GO GO!

Pet of the Week

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VANYA

If you think your home will be the perfect place for Vanya, visit the Cats & Kittens page of our website, www. windsorhumane.org to fill in the online adoption application. If you do not see Vanya’s picture, she has been adopted! Please consider one of her friends who are still looking for their loving forever homes.

Windsor/Essex County Humane Society 519-966-5751

windsorhumane.org

The Admirals hung around, narrowing the game to 5-4, but Matt Carvalho sealed the game with a late open net marker. Trent Amaro led the scoring with 2 goals and 1 assist, Kyle Greene with 1 goal and 1 assist. Aiden Hill, Josh Chauvin and Carvalho notched singles. Braedon Caetano with 2, Blake McNally, Ryan Cronheimer and Luka Milosevic added assists.

Jaxon Drysdale stopped 31 shots and added an assist as well, with the Sharks firing 31 in a winning cause.

Coach Josh Carnevale said the club will continue to press forward.

“Essex gave us opportunities to take over the game, we just couldn’t convert,” he said. “Amherstburg just hung around all night and made it interesting right up until the end. We will need to continue to work on our structure to get to where we need to be going forward.”

The Sharks are at home Saturday, February 11 at 6 pm as they host Wallaceburg. On Tuesday, February 14 they play in Essex, and on February 15 is a crucial home game against a surging Blenheim team.

By Greg Coulter

In October 2022, the Sun County Panthers U13 (Pee Wee) Triple A hockey team were notified they had been accepted to experience a once in a lifetime opportunity. The team received notice their entry was granted to play in the 63rd International Quebec Pee Wee Hockey tournament.

This event is billed as the World’s Pee Wee Hockey Championship with teams from 33 countries entered throughout its history. This year also marks the first time there will be a separate division for female players.

This event boasts tha over 1,300 players have

participated and gone on to play in the NHL and WHA. Many of the top rated 100 players have skated in this competition, including Wayne Gretzky, Guy Lafleur, Mario Lemieux and Steve Yzerman, to name only a few. With a small staff and a host of volunteers, it has also raised over $2.1 million dollars for charity. Crowds for the 10day event are expected to swell to over 200,000 with many games seeing attendance more than 10,000.

The Panthers team is composed of players from the Essex County region and features five youngsters from the immediate Southpoint Sun reader-

ship base of Wheatley, Leamington and Kingsville.

The team is currently enjoying another remarkable season posting only one loss in league play, winning the prestigious Detroit tournament earlier, and is recognized as current OHF champions from the 2022 season.

They open with a game against Czech on February 10 and follow with New York Jr. Rangers on the 11th and Philadelphia Jr. Flyers on the 12th.

Hockey fans are able to access up-to-date information on the tournament at tournoipee-wee.qc.ca and the team is active on Facebook.

ChildCan tourney February 17-19

The annual ChildCan Adult Hockey Tournament is set to go February 17-18-19 at Wheatley Arena as 20 teams will take to the ice for amateur hockey supremacy.

ChildCan raises money for childhood cancer research and the tournament has been popular in

Wheatley for many years.

There will be four divisions in this year’s event: Men’s Open, Men’s Intermediate, Men’s Recreational and an eight-team Ladies Division.

First game will kick off

Friday at 5:30 with the finals going Sunday afternoon between 1:00 and 4:00 pm.

The bar will be open upstairs and live music will be played on Saturday evening.

Local players participating with the Sun County Panthers in the 63rd Annual International Quebec Peewee tournament are from left, are Kayde Grossi, Brody Brown, Cole Coristine, JJ Townsend, John Montanino.

Photo submitted

Golden Years mini golf report

The wind and cold outside obviously did not affect the 52 golfers inside as they recorded 93 holes-in-one at Colasanti’s mini golf course Thursday, February 2. The group also welcomed five new golfers as they tried their luck and joined the group.

Cavalier athletics ready for playoffs

By Hayden Nurse

With the winter sports season slowly coming to an end, the Kingsville District High School Cavaliers took a brief pause in school athletics as it was exam week. Most athletics teams are now approaching playoffs as they wrap up their regular season.

Both girls and boys hockey teams are in great positions to make deep playoff runs.

Last Thursday, the undefeated Kingsville boys fought hard against the undefeated Essex Raiders and tied 5-5. Both Jr. and Sr. boys basketball teams

are sitting at exactly .500 and are aiming to make a hard final push to secure a good seed in the AA playoff bracket.

The Jr. and Sr. girls both wrapped up their season last Thursday. The Jr. girls secured their playoff spot while the Sr. girls battle Catholic Central in a playin game on February, 9 at home for a playoff spot.

The swim team had an incredibly successful WECCSSA meet as five people qualified for SWOSSAA.

Zoe Toews placed second in the Jr. girls 50-metre freestyle, first in the

Jr. girls 50-metre breaststroke, and first in the Jr. girls 100-metre IM.

Owen Williams placed fourth in the open boys 100-metre freestyle.

Liam Toews finished second in the Sr. boys 100-metre IM.

Olive Rogers finished fourth in the butterfly open girls 100-metre IM.

Madelynn Kendrick placed fourth in the open girls 100-metre IM.

That’s all for this week’s Cavs Sports recap. Check back after exam week to keep up to date on the latest Cavalier sports news and announcements

Community Calendar

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16

TURKEY SOUP - Winter temperatures are here and we have some turkey soup lunches to warm you up! February 2nd and 16th, 11am-12:30pm, $6 for soup, crackers and a piece of apple cake. Eat-in or Take-out while quantities last. At Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd N.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8

LEAMINGTON UNITED MENNONITE CHURCH - FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE, 78 Oak St.

E. For those who enjoy morning coffee/tea over conversation, please join us at 10:00 a.m. in the Church Auditorium. All are welcome and no formal RSVP is required.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10

VALENTINE’S DAY DANCE hosted by Ursa

Major Learning Services and Centre at Kingsville Arena from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 and include pizza, pop and chips. Call 226-705-0755 to book your ticket.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11

Essex County Naturalists provide opportunities to observe nature alongside members keen to impart their knowledge at ‘Pop-up’ events. The next popup is at Point Pelee National Park. Meet at the Tip parking lot, event is 8:30 am to noon. All welcome.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15

Leamington Horticultural Society will meet at 7:00 p.m., Leamington United Church, 9 John St. Speaker: Grant Munroe. Topic: Native Mushrooms. All welcome for an evening of horticultural fun and fellowship. More info: Charlie Wright 519324-5412.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15

ESSEX CO, ONTARIO ANCESTORS

WEBINAR, at 7:00 p.m. DNA Does Not Lie.

Unexpected DNA results highlighted by Jane Teskey. Free & open to everyone! Visit https://essex.ogs. on.ca for Zoom link to register.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18

KINGSVILLE MILITARY MUSEUM SPECIAL EVENT - #2 Construction Battalion Presentation, at 10:00 a.m. Barbara Porter from Amherstburg Freedom Museum to speak on this all Black battalion during WW1. Admission by donation. Donations to Freedom Museum also welcome. Seating is limited. Call 519-733-2803 to reserve your seat.

TUES., FEB. 18 & FEB. 28

GPAR - GOLF PERFORMANCE & REHAB - 11:00 a.m. 45 minute class with body weight movements and resistance band exercises, injury prevention education, mobility and strength training. GPAR team consists of chiropractic, physiotherapy and massage therapists. At Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd N.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER (WITH SAUSAGE) - from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Cost is by donation. Takeout available (call ahead preferred but not necessary). More info: 519-3263111.

FRIDAY, MARCH 3

WOMEN’S WORLD DAY OF PRAYER at 1:00 p.m., hosted by St. Paul’s Luteran Church, Sherk St., Leamington. Service prepared by the women of Taiwan. All are welcome.

SATURDAY, MARCH 4

CLOTHING SWAP 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd North. $5 - take all you need. Now collecting Ladies items - clothing, accessories, shoes. Drop off at rear door before March 3rd.

ONGOING

GRIEF SHARE CLASSES will meet every Friday at 1:00 p.m. at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. There is no charge for these classes. Call 519-326-2521 to register or call Cliff at 519-816-5449.

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.

THE VILLAGE RESOURCE at 108 Talbot St. E. In Wheatley is hosting free one-on-one Tech Support sessions each Monday from 2:004:00 p.m. Bring your phones, tablets, iPads and questions!

INDIVIDUALS WHO REQUIRE ASSESSMENTS TO ENTER TREATMENT PROGRAMS FOR ADDICTIONS can contact Ian MacNeil, Social Worker with Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare, located at 33 Princess St. (1st floor)

The ace parade was led by Andy Orsini with 5; Mike Binder, John Murphy, Bill Ward, Jamie Arquette and Bill Taylor with 4; Nick Penzari, Ed Middleton, Walter Balsam, Linda Chiasson, Paul Harrison, Ray Foster and Dave Labonte with 3; Bob Springthorpe, Carol Hylton, Tony Hudvagner, Theresa Decaluwe, Tom Hyatt, Nancy Springthorpe, Randy Nash, Barry Sweet, Shran Collins, Mary Binder, David Tonks, Glen Bryan, guest Dan, Betty McManus and Bryon Walker all with 2; and Barb Haas, Erle Nash, Bill Edwards, Mavis Rutter, Gloria Smith, Debbie Clinton, Linda Lavender, Armand Decaluwe, Ann Ginter, Joanne Law, guest Chuck, guest Jack, Kathy Bechard, Aline McCabe, Laurie Hylton, Perpetua Hildrop, and Colleen Pearse

with 1.

Top scores over 18 holes were recorded by Bill Ward with 35 and 37, Jamie Arquette with 36 and 38, Andy Orsini with 36, Randy Nash with 38 ,and Laurie Hylton with 38 and 39.

The 36-hole best rounds were scored by Bill Ward 72, followed by Jamie Arquette with 74, Laurie Hylton and Andy Orsini with 77, and Randy Nash and Tom Hyatt with 79.

First place was won by Team 10 (Nancy Springthorpe, Bill Ward and Tom Hyatt) with a score of 239. Team Jacks (Barry Sweet, John Murphy and Randy Nash) took second place with a score of 245, and third place went to Team 8 (Jamie Arquette, Bill Taylor and Bill Edwards) with a score of 253.

Play continues Thursday, February 9 at 10:30 a.m. Please register by 10:15. Players are reminded to arrive a little earlier on February 16 as golfers will be treated to coffee and Colasanti’s donuts prior to tee off that day.

Leamington Senior Men’s Hockey League

By C. Scott Holland CHRYSLER 5

REID 3

For half the game, Leamington Chrysler clung to a precious 1-0 lead. Reid battled back to tie it before Chrysler surged ahead 3-1 and remained there.

The Reid offense was supplied by Greg Mastronardi, Kyle Quick and Jamie Wenzler.

Chrysler’s Andy An-

in Leamington, on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. You can leave a message 24/7 at 519984-2531. Contact Ian at this number for more information.

DO-IN - Join us for this lovely gentle practice with Anne Robinson, Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. Learn to use pressure, tapping, breathng, stretching and self-massage for vital organ fiunctions and better health. At Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N.

ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING

in person at 6:00 pm every other Wednesday at the LEAMINGTON LIBRARY, 1 John St., Leamington. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Next meetings: February 15. 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.

KINGSVILLE MILITARY MUSEUM, 145 Division St. S., Kingsville, open Tues. to Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am - 12 noon. 519-733-2803. Collection of military items from Boer War, WWI, WWII, Korean War, Afghanistan War.

CORNHOLE - Drop in Thursdays, 9:00 a.m.10:30 a.m. At Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. No fee. No registration.

TAI CHI - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Gentle physical exercises and stretches. Each posture flows into the next. Tuesday geared to beginners. No registration required.

RUMMIKUB CLUB - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Thursdays, 10:00 am. Come learn and play this fun game for 2-4 players that combines rummy and mahjong. No registration required.

GUITAR WELLNESS - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Thursdays, 4:00 to 5:00 pm. Guitar lessons to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual wellness. Group session. No registration required.

ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com

thony drilled two, while Matt Anthony, Mitch Prudence and Brandon Kubis fired one each.

GUALTIERI 9 GABRIELE 8

Gabriele’s had a healthy two-goal lead heading into the late stage of the game, but the never-saydie Gualteri Farms squad chipped away to tie it and eventually got the lead and a win.

Jordan Carnevale and

Keith Cobby led the Gabriele’s attack as both players netted pairs. Riley Babkirk, Spencer Neufeld, Scott Florence and Chris Warkentin tabbed one goal apiece. Gualtieri Farms’ Mason Gow notched a hattrick, while Brian Ford triggered two. Calyn Kir, Pat Sonoski, Steve Sonoski and Brett Bowman gunned one each.

The KDHS Cavaliers swim team had a great WECCSSA meet recently.