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By Mark Ribble A huge weekend is on tap in the Sun Parlour as the Windows & Doors • Eavestrough Hogs for Hospice weekend returns to Seacliff Park and Siding • Soffit •Fascia • Insulation the Sun Parlour Rodeo returns to its familiar grounds on Road 4. 1964 Rd. 3 East, Kingsville For the first time since 2019, the Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally Weekend will return to Leamington, www.tmurrexteriors.com Kingsville and surrounding area beginning Friday, July FREE QUOTES & 29. COMPETITIVE PRICING As they get ‘back in the saddle’, organizers have been OPEN: Monday to Friday 8:00AM-4:00PM busy putting the finishing touches on the weekend’s festivities, but the Sun caught up with committee member Joe Oswald late last week to see how it was going. “In some aspects, it feels like our first year again,” said Oswald. “With the two-year pause, we’ve been busy getting everything in place. But we are ready!” Oswald says the event is a go, and he and the committee are excited to be back. “We are 100 percent ready for this thing,” he said. “This has become so much more. It’s become an event for our community.” Of course the weekend will be highlighted by the concerts on Friday and Saturday nights at Seacliff Park’s Sunset Amphitheatre. Friday’s concert features the headliner rock group The Cult, while Saturday’s headliner is country music star Brett Young. ORTHOTICS CLINIC LEAMINGTON But the concerts are just part of the weekend equation as Seacliff Park opens up Friday at 5 pm, with food trucks, vendors alley and a beer garden. Registration 194 TALBOT ST E, UNIT 6, LEAMINGTON also opens at that time for the annual Tour the Tip regwww.bioped.com leamington@bioped.com istered ride. Hundreds of bikes will participate in the ride on Saturday morning at 10:30 am as they depart Seacliff Park and make their way down Robson Road to Point Pelee National Park. Upon their return from Point Pelee, the bikes will cruise past Seacliff Park and make their way to Kings ! " ville for the trip’s only official stopover during the ! " ! " Kingsville Open Streets. “We’re really looking forward to the stopover in Kingsville for the first time,” says Oswald. “The town has gone out of their way to accommodate us.” The 2019 ride had a stopover in Wheatley, but with Standard package includes: last year’s explosion, Wheatley was not an option. # # $ $ Interior: vents, cupholders, shine # $ % $ & % " $ & #& " #& # # The Lions Club pancake breakfast will occur both panels, door #& jams & vacuum. & # '% $ & " ( ' " " ( $ & $ & & Exterior: hand wash, tire shine, wash " ( $ & & Saturday and Sunday mornings, with FMX freestyle & ' & ) & & ) floor mats, windows & mirrors. & & ) bike shows throughout both Saturday and Sunday. Pick-up & Drop off Available The popular Hogs for Hospice Bike Rodeo also takes from home or work place on Sunday at 1 pm. ! " # $ ! Cottam " # $ In Leamington, Kingsville, & Harrow ! " # $ All-in-all, it’s an event the whole family can enjoy, Book Online & Pay Later with thousands of visitors expected to flock to Leam www.rimzautodetailing.com ington over the weekend. The Hogs for Hospice 50-50 draw, which is now well over $55,000, will get a boost in ticket sales over the
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weekend, prior to the August 5 draw date. “We’d like to thank everyone for keeping the faith in our organization, “added Oswald. “We are truly back in the saddle.” For more information on the weekend, check out the centrespread of the Sun this week or visit hogsforhospice.com. The Sun Parlour Rodeo returns to the area after a two-year hiatus on July 30 and 31. The 19th annual family event will feature bull riding, bronco busting, horse shows and much more as it settles in on the Pavao property at 1835 County Rd.
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By Greg Coulter Four-year-old Rylee of Kingsville has seen more than multiple lifetimes of hospitals stays, spending 117 days in acute care in London. Her mom Caroline explains she was born with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), a defect in an unborn baby’s diaphragm, the muscle that divides the chest cavity and abdominal cavity. CDH occurs when the diaphragm does not close the right way during the baby’s development and abdominal organs push (“herniate”) through the defect into the chest cavity. In Rylee’s case, her vital organs were pushed into her upper chest cavity. Her heart was shifted, with her main complication being born with only one functioning lung, that being only half its size. Following corrective surgery her mom is cautiously excited that Rylee
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‘Rumours’ abound on Sunset amphitheatre stage Classic Albums Live did not disappoint, as they performed Fleetwood Mac’s most prolific album cut-for-cut, notefor-note on Saturday at the Sunset Amphitheatre. A grateful crowd of about 4,000 enjoyed local singer Jen Knight’s renditions of generational hits, prior to Classic Albums Live taking the stage and performing all of the cuts
from Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours album. The concert was part of the Music OnThe42 Summer Concert Series hosted jointly by the Municipality of Leamington and The Bank Theatre. The founder of Classic Albums Live was also in attendance. The final concert of the series will take place on Saturday, August 7 as east coast fiddle masters
Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy will grace the Sunset stage. Glen McNeil will open for them. All of the Music OnThe42 concerts offer free admission. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and find a comfortable spot on the hill or on the concrete pad. Classic Albums Live performs ‘Rumours’ on Saturday, July 23 at Seacliff Park’s Sunset Amphitheatre. Photo courtesy of The Bank Theatre
Ontario announces vaccine elegibility for children 6 months to 5 years As of Thursday, July 28, parents and caregivers of children aged six months to under five years were able to book appointments for the paediatric COVID-19 vaccine. Immunocompromised youth aged 12 to 17 will also become eligible to schedule their second booster dose (fifth dose) if at least six months have passed since their first booster (fourth dose). Paediatric vaccines will be distributed across the province and will be available through public
health unit clinics, as well as participating paediatricians, primary care providers and pharmacies. Appointments are available through the COVID-19 vaccination portal and the Provincial Vaccine Contact Centre, directly through public health units using their own booking system, participating primary care providers and paediatricians, as well as at participating pharmacies and Indigenous-led vaccination clinics. Parents and caregivers
with questions are encouraged to speak with their health care provider or call the Provincial Vaccine Contact Centre at 1-833-943-3900 to speak to a health specialist or visit COVID-19 Vaccine Consult Service to book a confidential phone appointment with a SickKids Registered Nurse. “We know that COVID-19 vaccines are safe and have helped lower the rate of infection in our communities throughout the pandemic,” said Dr. Kieran
Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health. “Although most children who get infected have no symptoms or mild symptoms, some can become very sick and require hospitalization. The vaccine offered to children aged six months to under five years is a lower dose that is safe and effective at protecting this age group from COVID-19. Even if a child has already had COVID-19, vaccination will help to further improve the immune response and provide
more robust protection. I encourage every parent and caregiver to consider getting their younger children vaccinated and protected, especially if they are immunocompromised or have other serious medical conditions.” Children aged six months to under five years old will receive the paediatric Moderna COVID-19 vaccine which is a slightly modified, lower dose (half the amount given to children aged six to 11), in a twodose series at a recom-
mended interval of eight weeks between first and second doses. Parents or caregivers of children aged six months to under five years will have to provide consent on behalf of the child before or at the time of the appointment. To receive a vaccine, children must already be at least six months old. Immunocompromised individuals aged 18 and older are already eligible to receive their second booster dose (fifth dose).
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New EMS station being built in Kingsville By Ron Giofu A new EMS station is being built in Essex County. Essex County Council has approved a tender for a new EMS base in Kingsville.
In his report to county council, Essex-Windsor EMS chief Bruce Krauter pointed out the county has leased space from the Town of Kingsville since the downloading of land ambulance services from
the province in 2000. He said that space is within the Kingsville fire hall on Division Road North, which is 1,290 square feet with a single-vehicle garage, single room crew lounge/kitchen and a sin-
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Dr. Maxwell Abraham held a ground-breaking ceremony on Friday, July 22 at the site of his new office in Chatham. Dr. Abraham and the Abraham Orthodontics team provide free orthodontic exams to all patients. After successfully serving Chatham-Kent families from their Leamington office, they decided to expand to help more families achieve the beautiful, confident smiles they desire - and deserve. The $2 million investment demonstrates the Abraham Orthodontics team’s dedication to the community. Dr. Abraham anticipates a winter opening. He currently serves on the boards of Erie Shores HealthCare and the Ontario Association of Orthodontists. From left to right are Christen Abraham, Dr. Abraham, Connor of Tital Construction, CK Mayor Darrin Canniff, and Matt Reaume, EDO of Chatham-Kent. Submitted photo
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tion of $3 million based on the experience of the Dougall Base. Inflation and market conditions realized after the setting of the 2022 budget will require additional draws from the capital reserve to cover the proposed tender price,” Krauter stated in his report. “Sufficient funds are available within the capital reserve to accommodate the negative budget variance. A review of the global capital program will form part of the 2023 budget development process and any recommended changes to the funding of the capital reserve to replace the extra draw for this project will be presented to council as part of the 2023 budget deliberation process.” Kingsville councillor Tony Gaffan, who was at County Council with Deputy Mayor Gord Queen following the resignation of Mayor Nelson Santos, offered his thanks. Santos has left the area for a new job. “We’re not getting a band-aid. We’re getting a very nice building for the future,” said Gaffan.
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Reminiscing about the toys of my childhood I was cleaning out the spare room last week and picked up some of the toys we’ve had here for the grandchildren and sorted those into keepers and not-so-keepers. The purge was necessary as part of just getting some organization into our lives and something I could do sitting down while dealing with the COVID that invaded our lives last week and put us both down for days. I don’t remember my mom or dad ever sitting down and getting rid of any of my toys as a kid, but maybe mom waited until I was at school before she purged. I can recall my Slinky getting tangled to the point that I had to replace it. Probably went through three or four Slinkys over the course of my childhood. What a simple, amazing toy the Slinky was. At our house we had a long stairway to the upstairs and the challenge was to get the Slinky to make its way all the way to the bottom. I don’t recall ever accomplishing that feat. It would inevitably get
halfway down and then go sideways and spill all the way to the bottom in a big pile of metal rings. There wasn’t a whole lot more you could do with the Slinky, but I enjoyed it immensely. At some point, I also received a Viewmaster for Christmas and spent hours looking through that, captured by the bright colours that it produced. I had already had a kaleidoscope or two, but the Viewmaster brought colours and images that had not been seen that close up before. I had a fourdisc set of The Jungle Book and looked at those quite often. There was another toy that was simple and only really did one thing, but it was quite something to a kid who was raised on black-and-white TV. I have a friend who recently found his old Viewmaster when cleaning out his late mom’s house. That would be a treasure I’d hold on to forever. As most kids, I also had an Etch-A-Sketch and spent hours trying to be creative with that, then shaking it, erasing the drawing and starting over.
My late friend Dennis Ouellette, who died young at the age of 38, was a master with the Etch-A-Sketch as an adult. He could create just about anything and his kids always enjoyed his creations. Creepy Crawlers were another thing I had to have when they came out. You would pour this rubbery liquid called Plasti-Goop into a metal mold called a Thingmaker and then bake it into rubbery little creatures like spiders and scorpions. They’d then provide hours of entertainment as giant bugs invading your little green army men. Every North American boy had green army men during those years from seven to 11, didn’t they? Where else do you think this imagination of mine came from? I spent hours during that era lining up those plastic soldiers and recreating battles in my mind. Being a lover of sweets, I also had an Easy Bake Oven when I was quite young. I thought it would be cool to make cakes and cookies and I still like to
bake, but with something a little larger now. Somehow cooking under the heat of a 60watt lightbulb no longer appeals to me. I was in the dollar store a few months ago and picked up a package of Silly Putty, took it home and discovered that it no longer looks, smells or sounds the way it used to. I can still smell that rubbery smell of a new ‘egg’ of Silly Putty from when I was a kid, even with my tastebuds affected by last week’s COVID bout. But the new Silly Putty doesn’t smell anything like the old Silly Putty and that was a disappointment. And, the thing I loved most about Silly Putty was being able to press it onto a newspaper comic strip and pull it off to reveal the mirror image on the putty. So the new Silly Putty is no longer silly and I think they really need to just call it ‘Putty’, or ‘Boring Putty’. Like many things we loved
RIB’S RAMBLINGS Mark Ribble when we were kids, the formula gets changed for one reason or another. Silly Putty now falls into that category along with Kraft Dinner, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Lawn Darts and Popeye Cigarettes. Oh, you didn’t know? They still sell them, but they are no longer called cigarettes, they are just Popeye Candy Sticks. No more artificial red glow on the tip to make it look like you were smoking. Just a plain white stick. Somewhere, in the fun department of certain products in the world, sits a person who is paid to remove the fun from many of these items. It’s likely that little girl from Tennessee who got hit with a lawn dart so many years ago. I think that’s where all of this began.
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after Oakland County in Michigan where it was manufactured. Oakland became part of General Motors in 1909 and sold well into the 1920s. The 1924 Oakland shown here was the perfect car for the Roaring Twenties with its flashy red paint, whitewall tires, six-cylinder engine, and solid disc wheels. It also had four-wheel brakes when many other cars had two-wheel brakes.
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Four-day Leamington Ribfest a blazing success
By Greg Coulter Transferring from Seacliff Park to the Leamington Fairgrounds did not hinder the crowds for the 2022 Leamington Ribfest. The four-day festival featured many local musical acts, a variety of local vendors, a car show and of course, mouth-watering ribs., Chris Glassford of Summit Shows Canada was
more than pleased with the local support. “Here, we can hold all the events on one ground level, there is lots of parking and Dan Wiper of the Fair Board has been great to work with,” said Glassford. “We have enjoyed the generous support of local business sponsors and are thankful to vendors who have set up at the site.”
He also commended community activist Mike Diab, who organized 10 celebrity judges, who came up with winners in several categories. Entries were submitted by four professional ribbers, including Route 55, Jack The Ribber, Go Gonzalez and Brickyard BBQ. They were judged for best ribs, chicken and sauce. Jen Dawson, who is
Don and Joyce Wigle were “here for the ribs!’” They picked up two orders from different vendors. When asked to compare, Don smiled and said “They’re both pretty darn good.” SUN photo by Greg Coulter
the past president of the Leamington District Chamber of Commerce and current board member of Erie Shores HealthCare, didn’t hesitate to become a judge. “When Mike Diab asks you to be part of something, it’s always a fun time while doing something great for the community,” said Jen. “It’s always rewarding to
participate with him and Deanna in community events.” Jen’s personal favourite was from the Brickyard, although all four were really good. “The best ribs I’ve ever eaten were in Nashville and Memphis,” she said. “I would rate all four of these up there with my memorable foodie experiences.”
When the dust settled, the celebrity judges’ choice award went to Brickyard BBQ for both ribs and chicken. Top sauce was awarded to Jack the Ribber. As for the people’s choice, top ribs were from Gonzalez, chicken from the Brickyard and top sauce from Route 55.
The Ribfest celebrity judging panel, from left, included Jonathan Obeid, Cornelius Wall, Jen Dawson, Trevor Jones MPP, Sam Valo, Patricia Pedreira, Liz Campbell, Rosie Salive, Anthony Jraige and Aggie Anne Toole. Mike Diab photo
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Kingsville virtual Terry Fox Run slated for September 18 September is just around the corner and so is the 42nd anniversary of Terry Fox Run across Canada. Once again, the Kingsville site will be virtual and not an in-person event. Participants can run, walk, bike, urban pole, swim or do any oth-
er activity – anywhere and anytime of the day they choose – on September 18 in support of the Kingsville Terry Fox Run. This year’s theme is “I’m Not a Quitter!” Think of what Terry went through on a daily basis as he averaged a marathon a day on his journey.
Certainly, each of us can devote time, money and energy to honour a Canadian hero on his 42nd anniversary. Last year the Kingsville site raised almost $8,000 and organizers hope that local communities will take up the challenge and raise even more money
this year. Visit run.terryfox.ca/ Kingsville to register as a participant or create a virtual team – family, friends, work team – or to make a donation to the virtual Terry Fox Run Kingsville. Those wishing to do an actual run can visit the
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Wheatley Friendship Club news
By Bonnie Dawson Linda Wigfield welcomed everyone to Bingo at the Wheatley & District Friendship Club on July 20. The Bingo winners included Pat Matier, Rob-
ert Lapsa, Donna Moody, Doreen Armstrong, Dorothy Bailey, Bonnie Dawson and Barb Siddall. Thanks to Linda Wigfield for calling the numbers and handing out the prizes.
The next Bingo will be held on August 3 at 1:30 p.m. The winners of the 50/50 draws were Pat Churchill and Donna Moody. Collections are held
Bubbleology Show Aug. 9 in Wheatley The Wheatley Branch of the Chatham-Kent Public Library is hosting a magical morning of bubble tricks with a free Bubbleology Show at Wheatley Arena on Tuesday, August 9 at 11 a.m. The Bubbleology Show is mind-blowing, magical and hilarious for all ages,
complete with free freezies compliments of Cayle’s No Frills in Tilbury. Bubbleology is one of the library’s TD Summer Reading Club activities, helped by generous donations from the Wheatley Swans Club and Wheatley Lions Club.
a particular reason. If a deposit is required for bail, it will be through the court system. The exchange will ONLY occur at the courthouse. • Police Services and the Ontario Court of Justice will NEVER attend your home or send a courier to retrieve money from you. • Police Services and the Ontario Court of Justice will NEVER ask you for gift cards as payment.
on the first Monday of the month at 10 a.m. that includes on August 1, which happens to be a holiday Monday. If anyone has any ideas for other activities, please let the board know. If refreshments are wanted, please bring your own. Use the suggestion box which is opened at the executive meetings to voice any concerns, questions or suggestions about the club. The board can’t solve a problem if they don’t know about it.
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Tecumseh Terry Fox Run site. Terry Fox anniversary t-shirts are available all summer at the Carnegie Arts and Visitor Center in Kingsville, $25 for adults and $20 for youth.
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July 12 was the first Tuesday for playing Pepper as well as Fridays. Hopefully more Pepper players come out on Tuesdays. The following are the scores for the most recent games played. Bridge: Roy Trowell 4010, Bob Bell 3170, Bert Patrick 2950. Euchre: Sharie Blythe 95, Brenda Anger 92, Clare Shaw 91. Sally Bell, Kathy Hedge and Lila Withers tied for most lone hands with four each. Pepper: Bill Fielding 264, Eileen Salter 234, Ken Salter 200. Bill Fielding had most peppers with three. July 15 Bridge: Bob Bell 3830, Roy Trowell 3610, Bert Patrick 3110. Euchre: Jane Ann Callow 88, Brenda Anger and Carrie Schultz tied at 80, John Gerhardt 78. The most lone hands was shared by five players at three each: Brenda Anger, Sally Bell, John Bigley, Marie Geeves, John Gerhardt. Pepper: Eileen Salter 328, Sue Girardin 289, Rose Foldesi 259. Eileen Salter and Winnie Moore tied for most peppers with eight each. July 19 Bridge: Alta VanVliet 3750, Bob Bell 2800, Bert Patrick 2250. Euchre: Carolyn Brown and Elsie Ring tied at 85, Carrie Schultz and Clare Shaw tied at 83, Sally Bell, Sharie Blythe and Bill Fielding tied at 77. Sharie Blythe had most lone hands with seven. Pepper: Sue Girardin 261, Kathy Hedge 209, Cliff Trombley 146. Cliff Trombley had most peppers with five. July 22 Bridge: Bob Bell 4870, Bert Patrick 3630, Alta VanVliet 2580. Euchre: Cliff Trombley 91, John Gerhardt 88, Mandy Hric 83. Willy Fittler had most lone hands with six. Pepper: Winnie Moore 299, Moe Hansen 274, Darlene Trombley and Eileen Salter tied at 263. Anne Burrell had most peppers with eight. After cards, everyone enjoyed ice cream and social time.
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Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Cedar Island Yacht Club turns 50
Commodore Rachel Park welcomed 120 guests to the Cedar Island Yacht Club’s 50th Anniversary celebration on Saturday, July 23.
One of the club’s founding members — Tom Bailey — gave a brief history of the club and was joined by Dennis Graham, who shared his story begin-
ning from the late 1970s through to today. The party included a great mix of original members, long-standing members and newer
About 120 people attended the Yacht Club’s celebration of 50 years.
members, who shared stories and talked about the future of the club. “So now as we turn 50, our future looks bright,” said Dennis Graham. “Our commitment to and support from the community and Ontario Sailing has never been stronger.” The club continues its weekly racing programs and regattas for visiting clubs. Cruising to Pelee Island, Put-in-Bay, Ohio and the North Channel in Lake Huron are also some of their favourite destinations. To entice non-boaters to enjoy the sport of sailing and the comaraderie at the club, the club offers both adult and youth sailing programs and for those who like to paddle, their Paddle Pass Program invites kayakers, paddle boarders and
Four charged in fatal Leamington fire; seek fifth
On Friday, July 8, shortly before midnight, Leamington OPP officers and the Leamington Fire Department responded to a fire near the intersection of Robson Road and Erie Street South. One person was located deceased inside the residence. The identity of the deceased has not yet been confirmed. On July 20, members of the Essex County OPP Crime Unit arrested four individuals in relation to this investigation. A 42-year-old, a 30-year-old and a 17-year-old — all of Leamington — have been charged with breach of undertaking and obstructing the police. A 65-year-old Windsor resident has also been charged with obstructing police. The adult accused have been released and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on September 7, 2022. The young person was also released, with a scheduled court appearance in September. Also,investigators
would like to speak to the male in the photo below and are looking for assistance with identifying this individual. If you can help, contact the Essex County OPP Crime Unit at 1-888-310-1122.
The Essex County OPP Crime Unit, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB), continues to assist the Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario and members from the office of the Ontario Fire Marshal’s (OFM) with the investigation. Essex County OPP is requesting anyone who was in the area of Erie Street South and Robson Road between the hours of 10:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. on Friday, July 8
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Michael Wayne Martin May 8, 1950 – July 16, 2022
It’s with saddened hearts that the family of Wayne Martin announces his passing on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at the age of 72. Beloved husband to Bonnie Martin. Cherished father to Terry Wretham, Tammy Ashley (Chuck), Tennille Martin, and the late Michael Martin. Proud grandpa to Darren Wretham and Jaimmie Wretham, Dylan Ashley, Juniper Martin, Azuryn Martin and Tatijahna Martin, and Bailey Debergh and Logan Graham. Fondly remembered by his siblings Diane, Bob (Debbie), Jerry (Sandy) and Debbie (the late Dennis). Wayne will be forever missed by his Friday Night Crew. Predeceased by his parents Gilbert and Eleanor Martin, and his siblings Herby, Paul and Judy (survived by Pat). Wayne will also be dearly missed by his many adoring nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren, extended family, and friends. Wayne began his career as an electrician from a young age and worked for his family’s local business. Wayne’s second home and paradise was his cottage in Northern Ontario where he loved to hunt and fish. As per his wishes, cremation has taken place. Donations made in memory of Wayne to Erie Shores Hospice or to a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice (Leamington), 519-254-2585. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.simplechoicecremation.ca
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Free car seat inspection
Caldwell First Nation is hosting a free car seat inspection clinic on Thursday, August 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The clinic will take place at band headquarters, 14 Orange Street in Leamington. Appointments are pre-
Virginio Ricci
Virginio Ricci passed away peacefully at 92 years of age with his family at his side on Monday, July 25, 2022 at Chartwell Leamington. He was a longtime Leamington resident and will be very fondly remembered and greatly missed by the many people whose lives he touched both in Canada and in his native Italy. Beloved husband of Amelia (Ingratta). Dear father of Margaret Ingratta (Nick), Jack Ricci ( Julia), Frank Ricci (Laurie), Nino Ricci (Erika), Roni Ricci ( Julie), Rina Hyland (Brian) and the late Marisa Ricci (1954). Loving grandpa of Gene (Amy), Paul (Nadia), Nicholas (Lisa), Jacquelyn (Neil), James (Dina), Jina, Marissa ( Joshua), Andrea, Nicole, Sarah, Virginia (Ranjan), Luca, Jordan (Ainhoa), Ashley, William (Shelby), Virginia, Matthew, and great-grandpa of Maverick, Isabella, Oliver, Roslyn, Mateo, Amelia, Joseph, Gloria, Serena, Devon, Tyler, Isaac and Madison. Dear brother of the late Pasquale Ricci (late Lucia), late Filomena Palomba (late Giovanni), Ascenzina Mastronardi (late Diego), and Livia Mastronardi. Predeceased by his parents Giocondino (1974) and Margherita (1993). Virginio will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Virginio was born in 1929 in the town of Poggio Sannita in Italy’s Molise region. He emigrated to Canada in 1954. He later purchased a farm on Leamington’s 4th Concession where he and his wife raised six children and built up a prosperous greenhouse operation. In 1983 they sold the farm to build a dream home on Hwy 77, where they continued to keep their hand in farming with a small peach orchard and market garden. This past February, he and Amelia celebrated 72 years of marriage. Virginio was very active in Leamington’s Italian community. He was a founding member of the Roma Club of Leamington, serving three times as its president and sitting on its board of directors for many years. He was also a founder of the annual St. Michael’s Festival held locally since 1969. He was actively involved at St. Michael’s Church. Throughout his life in Canada, he maintained strong connections with the family and friends he left behind in Italy, always grateful for the opportunities Canada had given him but never forgetting his roots. Virginio was a lifelong learner, always pushing himself to better himself and his understanding of the world. His favourite passions included playing bocce and traveling the world, having visited dozens of countries on four continents. His greatest regret in life was that he was never allowed to get beyond a Grade 5 education. In later life he undertook the task of writing his autobiography and to that end enrolled in a course to learn how to use a computer. After completing a draft in Italian, he signed on with a tutor to improve his English so he could prepare an English version as well. The end result was both an Italian and an English version of his life story that will continue to serve as an invaluable resource for his descendants for years to come. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom looked to him as the pillar of the family and will miss him sorely, are extremely proud of the legacy he leaves behind. More recently, he was able to touch the lives of so many people from around the world through his Facebook posts, ensuring that he read all their replies that filled his own life with joy. Visiting is at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Monday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m., and at St. Michael’s Church, 29 Elliott Street, Leamington, on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 from 9:30 a.m. until time of the Mass of the Resurrection at 10:30 a.m. Livestream of Mass available at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. The Ricci family requests that all visitors to the funeral home and church please wear a mask. Entombment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made by cheque to Erie Shores Health Foundation or a charity of choice. The family would like to thank the staff at Chartwell, Paramed, CCAC and Hospice as well as Dr. Robert Simpson for their care and assistance during this time. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Helen Preyde
June 15, 1927 – July 20, 2022 Helen Preyde, known as Lea to her Dutch family and friends, died on Wednesday, July 20, 2022, five weeks after her 95th birthday. Born in Leiden, the Netherlands, in 1927, to Petronella Bouman and Gerardus van Kimmenaede, she was named Helena Henriette Hermina Dedricka after all of her grandparents because her mother was sure she would not have any other children. Six more children followed, with Helen becoming a second mother to her siblings. She grew up in Breezand, rural north Holland, and became lifelong friends with classmate Anneke Preyde. Despite the war and occupation, Helen persisted in completing high school and continued with bookkeeping training. In 1948, she took a job to support her family using this training. When Helen was 21, she began dating Anneke’s oldest brother, Jan ( John), newly returned from military service and taken with his sister’s little friend who had grown into a feisty young woman. In 1952, Helen and John married and then emigrated to Canada in 1953, settling in Leamington in 1956. Helen initially worked a bookkeeper and then, together with Proofas of obituary to run John, ran their business growing gladiola flowers and bulbs while raising their five daughters. Helen worked hardJuly her whole life, starting with caring for 27, 2022 and supporting her siblings, then as a bookkeeper, a mother Southpoint and wife, and a partner in the flowerSun business. She worked in the fields alongside John daughters as they grew) $200 plus(and $26their HST = $226 and was a whirlwind in the house, cooking dinners 364 days a year, baking, canning and sewing a lot of her kids’ and her Any changes please email parish, an own clothes. She was a member of St. Michael’s avid bridge player with the Catholic Women’s sun@southpointsun.ca League for over 50 years, with the Half Century Club in later years, Thanks.Helen was a very social and in a few ad hoc foursomes. person who loved to visit and chat with people, making many friends over the years and volunteering at the hospital and Sun Parlor Home. Helen was an open-minded person with a strong sense of social justice, including equality for women. Helen was quick witted and loved to laugh. She was really good with numbers, doing sums quickly in her head and remembering telephone numbers for years. Helen loved to read and was keenly interested in politics, watching CBC and TVO news programs up to her death. Helen’s laugh was big and she loved to be part of whatever was happening; her fear of missing out on any fun no doubt helped her live so long. She died with Mariette and Nick by her side and her other daughters “present” via technology. We will miss her and are grateful for all she did for us. Helen was predeceased by her husband in 2007. She is survived by her daughters Anne Preyde (Bill Carroll), Jacqueline Preyde (Michael Stingl), Mariette Preyde (Patrick Impens), Cynthia Preyde ( John Huy), and Michèle Preyde (Mark Shafir), her seven grandchildren, Nicholas Preyde, Myles Carroll (Yasuka Kanoh), Wes Carroll, Renée Huy (Peter Davies), Elena Huy, Annamarie Huy (Ameer Basta) and Tomas Huy, as well as two great-grandsons, Tomo and Kai Kanoh. She is also survived by her youngest brother Guus van Kimmenaede, sisters-in-laws, and many nieces and nephews in the Netherlands. Helen’s family would like to thank the friends who kept in touch with Helen over the years as well as the staff at Chartwell Retirement Residence and the Sun Parlor Home for their excellent, kind and professional care. Helen has been cremated. There will be a private celebration of her life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Half Century Centre in Leamington. Donations can be mailed or made in person to 160 Talbot Street East, Leamington, N8H 1M2. Or donate to the March of Dimes www. marchofdimes.ca/en-ca, or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Cremation First (Leamington), 519-398-9188. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.cremationfirst.ca
ferred as there are limited spaces available; however, organizers will do their best to accommodate walk-ins. To book an appointment, email anna.blundell.cpst@gmail.com or text 204-558-9842.
WSO presenting free concert
Calling all Harry Potter fans. As part of the Windsor Symphony Orchestra’s Free Summer Concert Series, the WSO will bring the entire orchestra to Leamington’s Seacliff Park on Saturday, August 6. The concert will feature music from Harry Potter and all ages are welcome to attend. The Sunset Amphitheatre stage will host Maestro Robert Franz and his talented group of musicians, with the concert beginning at 7 pm. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the magical event.
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Donald Stanley Orton, 85 years, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Saturday, July 23, July 27, 2022 2022. Southpoint Beloved husband of Margaret Sun $200 plus HST = $226 (Trimble) for 63 years.$26 Loving father of Susan Chittle (Ed), Linda McDowell (Larry) please and Any changes email Paul Orton (Cindy). Cherished grandfathersun@southpointsun.ca of Diane (Reno), Thanks. Mark (Amara), Laura (Aaron), Patti ( Joe), Danny (Kim), Justin, Jeremy, Kimberly, and greatgrandfather of Grace, Ava, Kate, Ellington, Maggie, Aden and Blake. Son of the late Gerald and Ruth Orton. Dear brother of Janet Coulter (Bob). Don was a lifelong farmer on the family farm in Gosfield North Township. He sold crop insurance in Essex County for many years. He was a member of the Leamington Masonic Lodge 290. Don enjoyed being with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A special thank you to the staff of 2 South at Erie Shores HealthCare for their care and compassion. A private service was held. If desired, memorial donations made to Windsor Regional Cancer Centre, Diabetes Canada or charity of choice would be appreciated by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington, 519-326-2631.
Alfred Warkentin
Alfred Warkentin, 73 years, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at Erie Shores Hospice. Beloved husband of the late Hilda (Schroeder) (2008). Loving father of Amanda Post (Bradley) and Tiffany Warkentin (Eric Wessel). Cherished Opa of Ethan and Laurel and Gizmo, Wicket and Hudson. Son of the late David and Annie Warkentin. Dear brother of Irma Warkentin. Alfred loved classic cars and NASCAR racing, gardening, reading crime novels and doing puzzles. He was known for his quick wit and easy smile. Alfred retired from H.J. Heinz after working there his whole life. A special thank you to the staff and volunteers at Erie Shores Hospice for their wonderful care and compassion. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-3262631) on Thursday, July 28, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. until the Memorial Service at 2:00 p.m. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made by cheque to Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated. Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Big Boyz Fishing Tournament The annual Southwest Outdoors Club Big Boyz Fishing tournament takes place in Wheatley Thursday, July 28 through Monday, August 1. Cash prizes for the biggest walleye and biggest salmon will be handed out on Monday, August 1 as anglers get their fish in for measuring. The tournament is in its 18th year and is running exclusively out of Wheatley Harbour.
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194 Talbot St. E., Unit #2, Leamington
519.398.9098 www.southpointsun.ca
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Southpoint Sun - 15
See Stacey for all of your
REAL ESTATE NEEDS
PATRICIA PEDREIRA
Your Local Real Estate Agent Broker
519.919.1532
STACEY DINIRO Broker
STRESS-FREE MOVE!
519.796.3891
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71 CHEYENNE CRT, LEAMINGTON
40 NICHOLAS, LEAMINGTON JUST LISTED! OPEN HOUSE SUN. JULY 31•2- 4 PM
$574,900
$639,900 - Lovingly cared for family home with 3+1 bedrooms, 2 full baths featuring approx 2600 sqft of finished space! Updates include: new A/C, new flooring, new windows, new fireplace, new deck and gazebo! Steps away from Leamingtons’ Marina and Seacliff Beach! Don’t miss out on this great opportunity!
Amazing location for this 3+1 bedroom, 1 full and 2 half bath family home featuring attached heated garage and detached man cave with wood burning stove and above ground pool! Main floor laundry and handiacessable tub. This home is perfect for the family or retiree who isn’t yet ready for the condo or retirement home!
Ivan Martin
Ivan Martin
Sales Representatives
Sales Representatives
519-890-1198 (c) TRUE LUXURY & EXTRAORDINARY DESIGN
Rare find, situated on 2 lots this is a custom build 3500 sq ft ranch, in one of Leamington’s most soughtafter locations. Quality and style throughout, with designer details, high-end finishes, and an open, flowing layout, perfect for a family. Live, create and entertain in this breathtaking kitchen, with a massive island, gorgeous appliances, along with a wet bar. An oasis backyard with a gorgeous inground pool, beautiful patio with a fireplace and 3 car oversized garage.
Craig McNeil
Flora McNeil
Sales Representative
Broker of Record
519-324-6723
519-890-1198 (c)
120 ROBSON RD , LEAMINGTON JUST LISTED!
WATERFRONT
New to market this 3-4 bedroom bungalow on Lake Erie is full of opportunity! Come enjoy the views from the rear deck or the recently reinforced patio overlooking the water! Steps from Leamington Marina this home could be very versatile for the savvy buyer! Live all year round, install a second kitchen and rent out the high and dry basement, or supplement your costs with an airbnb unit using the separated basement stairs! Call and let’s talk about all your options!
OPEN HOUSE SUN. JULY 31 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Ivan Martin Sales Representatives
519-890-1198 (c)
519-816-9043
NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING TOWNHOUSE
Great end unit with big room sizes including 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Both levels are finished. Easy walk to downtown and close to Leamington’s walkway. Ideal starter or retirement home. Combined sewers goes through a tank. Don’t wait call us to see it today!
D o w n t o w n Wheatley – Solid 2 + 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with a finished lower level. Single attached garage. Located in a cul-desac. Call us to see it today!
CRITCHLOW
CRITCHLOW
R.A. REALTY INC. BROKERAGE
R.A. REALTY INC. BROKERAGE
519-326-6154
519-326-6154
C ome visit us at...
334-B Erie St. S. Leamington
IVAN MARTIN
519.890.1198
MIKE GARGANTA
519.919.0126
DEVIN GARGANTA
226.347.8610
OFFICE:
519.944.5955
www.IvanMartinSales.com
16 - Southpoint Sun
Thinking of buying or selling a home? We are here to help.
Real Estate Professionals Broker of Record*** Broker ** Realtor®*
DEIBA WIGLE***
LOUIE SAAD, P.Eng. Broker/Owner 519-919-7223
BECKY SAAD
CONRAD BABKIRK
Sales Representative/Owner Sales Representative 519-919-7223 519-818-4435
ED REGEHR
Sales Representative 519-322-8643
GARRY CRANSTON
Sales Representative 519-818-4393
1901 VILLA CANAL, KINGSVILLE
Welcome to 1901 Villa Canal Dr., Kingsville! This 1800 sq. ft. Ranch home offers main floor living with a full unfinished basement. Main floor offers large open concept living, with a family room w/ gas fireplace, dining room leading to patio doors and kitchen with large island and walk in pantry. Large primary bedroom with 3 pc. en-suite and walk in closet, 2 more good sized bedrooms, main floor laundry and another 4 pc. bath. Beautiful porcelain tiles and high end pre-engineered flooring and gorgeous granite countertops. $995,000.
KEVIN BABKIRK Broker of Record 519-818-4432
LISA FOULON
Sales Representative 519-817-4348
BILL BAIRD
Broker 519-564-6515
TWYLA CARDER
JIM BOUTROS*
OFFICE
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
519.322.1212
www.suncountyrealty.com JOE GIBSON*
BILL NEUFELD**
BRUCE MEE**
95 ERIE SOUTH, LEAMINGTON
MELISSA BONDY*
ADRIANA MARANHAO*
TRINA MARGOS*
RAMI ZBIB*
ANTHONY JRAIGE*
RICK AMICONE*
JAMES JACOBS*
JESS MOCKLER*
ANTHONY FEHR*
1201 MERSEA ROAD 8, LEAMINGTON
183 BENNIE, LEAMINGTON
•$799,900 •4 Bedrooms •2 Baths •2.5 Heated Garage •Fully Renovated Main Floor Call Anthony Fehr for details (Cell) 519-324-2750
•$459,000 •Spacious Townhome •2+1 Bedroom •2 Baths •Covered Deck with Retractable Roof Call Anthony Fehr for details (Cell) 519-324-2750
4654 LAMBTON LINE, DRESDEN
346 LAKEVIEW, KINGSVILLE
Sales Representative 519-257-0207
VACANT LAND LOT 30 CYPRESS POINTE •$499,999 •Investment Property •Zoned C6 •3 Units Call Trina for details (Cell) 226-346-4322 Awesome building lot in Golfwood Lakes Development next to Erie Shores Golf. Ideal opportunity to build your dream home!
CALL KEVIN @519-818-4432
CALL CONRAD @ 519-818-4435
3 LOTS FOR SALE!!
79 ELLIOTT ST., LEAMINGTON
431 SEACLIFF DR. EAST LEAMINGTON
OPEN HOUSE SUN. JULY 31 • 1-3PM
Executive Building lots for sale in Phase 2 of Golfwood Lakes development. Build your dream home! Call for more info!
CALL CONRAD @ 519-818-4435 KEVIN @ 519-818-4432
ATTENTION Investors & First Time Buyers! Affordable 2 + 2 bedroom Bungalow walking distance to downtown is featuring 2 bedrooms upstairs, 2 bedroom downstairs, 2 baths & attached 1 car garage. This home is Priced to Sell! $349,000.
CALL KEVIN @ 519-818-4432
29 DONALD AVE, LEAMINGTON
295 ROAD 2 W, KINGSVILLE
ATTENTION Investors & First Time Buyers! This semi-detached Ranch has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 Bath & 1 car garage. Also has brand new furnace & air conditioner in 2022. It is walking distance to the Marina & Seacliff Park and Beach and offers so much more. $399,000.
This 26 acre farm has a Family Home & outbuildings with many possibilities. This all brick Bungalow home has 3+1 bedrooms, 2 full baths & so much more. $1,500,000.
CALL KEVIN @ 519-818-4432
CALL KEVIN @ 519-818-4432
802 TALBOT E, LEAMINGTON
55 ERIE N, LEAMINGTON SE
FOR LEA
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Be your own Boss! Retail Store with convenient corner location between Leamington and Wheatley, many updates, bright and clean storefront with paved parking lot.
CALL BECKY OR LOUIE @ 519-919-7223
Office space available! High visibility, municipal parking, common areas. Up to 1200 sq ft at $12/sq ft gross lease in a busy real estate office. Ideal for mortgage broker, insurance or lawyer.
CALL BECKY @ 519-919-7223
Realty House
Independently Owned and Operated
Sun Parlour Inc. Brokerage
55 Erie St. N., Leamington
322-2233
519
REALTOR®
•$625,000 •3+2 Bedrooms •2 Baths •Potential in law suite Call Trina for details (Cell) 226-346-4322
•$389,000 •3 Bedrooms •1 Bath • 24 x 40 Workshop Call Bill for details (Cell) 519-325-8123
•$649,900 •3+1 Bedrooms •2 Full Baths •Remodeled kitchen and bathroom •Great location and across the street from gorgeous water views Call Anthony Fehr Cell) 519-324-2750 or Deiba Wigle at (Cell) 519-818-6942
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519-990-9409
keira@southpointsun.ca
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Southpoint Sun - 17
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150 TALBOT STREET EAST LEAMINGTON, ON N8H 1M1 (519) 326-8661
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Featured 819 listing cottage grove, of the Week kingsville 610 peter, kingsville
799,900
14 marshwoods, kingsville
1,299,900
1435 mersea road c, leamington
999,900
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Raised chalet-style home with 2+1 beds, 3 baths, stunning main living area, high-end finishes, electric fireplaces, theatre room & much more!
Custom executive home with 4 beds, 3.5 baths, living room w/ fireplace & skylights, all appliances, attached 2-car garage w/rear bay door & no rear neighbours.
Dream home minutes from Point Pelee with 3+2 beds, 2.5 baths, stone mantle, country kitchen, enclosed sunroom, primary suite & much more!
40 bruce, wheatley
499,900
1148 highway 77, leamington
599,000
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474,900
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Well-maintained home in Wheatley with 3+1 beds, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings, open floor plan, workshop, peaceful yard & quiet neighbourhood .
Beautiful country home with 5 beds, 2 baths, bright living room w/wood burning stove, updates throughout, 28’ x 36’ shop & more.
Duplex investment opportunity! Main floor unit w/2 beds, 1 bath, kitchen, storage & laundry. Upper bachelor unit with kitchen, 1 bed & 1 bath.
819 Cottage grove, kingsville
699,900
2096 mole sideroad, essex
699,900
180 sunset, harrow
599,900
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Steps away from Lake Erie, this stunning home has 3+1 beds, 3 baths, 2-storey window, bright main floor, primary suite, lower-level family room & much more!
~1.2-acre lot with home & 40’ x 48’ barn. Home features 3+1 beds, 2 baths, bay windows, mantle w/fireplace, lower -level family room & much more.
Charming home on Sunset Drive! With 2+1 beds, 2 baths, open living space, lower living room, big laundry/storage area & private yard!
269 dieppe, kingsville
439,900
261 mersea road 12, leamington
1,160,000
295 coghill , kingville
619,900
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Adorable semidetached home with 3+1 beds, 2 baths, flow-thru living space, vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace & grade entrance to back patio.
Explore the possibilities on this ~5-acre hobby farm with A3 zoning, 10 hoop greenhouses, oversized barn, 4-bedroom home & 1-bedroom home!
Beautiful 3-level backsplit with 3 beds, 2 baths, plenty of natural light, finished lower-level & gorgeous renovations/ updates throughout!
1485 wellington union, kingsville
534,900
91 oak w., leamington
449,900
409 mersea road 10, leamington
8,900,000
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Viewing all offers! Brick bungalow on a 166’ deep lot with 3 beds, 1.5 baths, newly renovated kitchen, updated bathoom & located on a quiet dead-end street.
Lovely family home with 3+1 beds, 1.5 baths, original hardwood floors, spacious sunroom, sunk-in jacuzzi bath, bonus living space & full basement!
Own 200+ acres of unique home and property consisting of farmland, pasture, camping area, large pond, breathtaking wooded areas & manicured paths!
18 - Southpoint Sun
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
E-mail or call in your classified ad by Friday at 4:00 p.m.. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 2, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca We accept E-TRANSFER, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD
AUCTION
NOTICE
FOR RENT
Legacy Auctions Retail
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THIS SATURDAY, JULY 30TH Tools, Household Items Etc. • Preview 8:30 am • Auction 9:00 am COIN AUCTION SUN. AUG. 14 @ 9:00 AM Retail is open... Shop during the week Mon to Sat 9:30 to 4:30. Quality used furniture, housewares, books, electronics, jewellery & currency
194 Erie St. North (at the fairgrounds) Leamington 519-322-4427 www.legacyauctions.net
LEAMINGTON LAKEFRONT
Upscale and Affordable in Leamington’s ONLY waterfront rental apartment building overlooking Leamington Marina and Park and minutes from the beach.
Public Notice of Pesticide Use
Amenities include: • library and social rooms • new Smart Card “no coin” laundry • beautiful lobby • underground parking • outdoor balconies • FREE utilities and window coverings • Fully secured and 24-7 onsite management.
The Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds on curbs, trails and rural bridges beginning on May 9, 2022, weather permitting, and ending October 21, 2022. The application of pesticide will be completed for public health and safety per section 7.1(2) of the Act. Curbs and trails will be treated with AXXE Broad Spectrum Herbicide which contains the active ingredient Ammonium Salt of Fatty Acid 36% (Registration #32719) registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada).
Ask us about our limited time “New Tenant” incentives. www.ska-apartmentrentals.com Call Mike or Kevin 519-326-8819
SERVICES
YARD SALES ESTATE SALE - Saturday, July 30 from 9:00 am to 4 pm at 530E Concession 11 between Graham Side Road jl27 and Albuna Townline. _____________________________
LAND FOR SALE 14 ACRES FARM LAND with 3 large garages and a beautiful finished duplex home in Essex. Immediate possession. Call 519-9619614 and ask for Bernice.
Rural bridges will be treated with Roundup Ultra2 Liquid Herbicide, containing the active ingredient glyphosate, present as potassium salt (Registration #28486) under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada).
ELECTRICIAN - LICENSED ELECTRICAL contractor, semi-retired, looking for smaller wiring jobs and wiring repairs including additions, renovations. Call 519-326-7900. ECRA/ESA jl20-au3 Licence #7013042. _____________________________
ELECTROLUX SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan tf Bailey. 519-825-7698.
Questions or concerns? Please contact:
IRWIN PLUMBING - New homes, renovations, repairs. Same or next day service. Since 1999. Call Tim 519ja6-tf 825-7245.
Ken Brown, Manager of Public Works Municipality of Leamington 519-326-5761 (Collect calls will be accepted.)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT SAY NINE HAIL MARYS for nine days. On the ninth day make three wishes, one concerning finances and two for something that seems impossible. Publish this article on the ninth day. Thank you Blessed Virgin jl27 Mother. – A.M.C.
PERSONALS RETIRED MAN, FINANCIALLY SECURE looking for a lady companion. Call or text me at 519-322-5666. Let’s chat jl20-27 or meet at Timmies.
VOLUNTEERS
WANTED TO BUY
VOLUNTEERS WANTED The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary is looking for help with: events, museum help, gardening, lawn care etc. If interested please email volunteer@jackminer. au18-tfn com
LOOKING TO BUY OLDER GIBSON OR FENDER GUITAR. Call or text 519ja19-tfn 567-4446.
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203 Talbot Street West Leamington, ON N8H 1N8
Deadlines for display ads will be
Thursday, BARRISTERS July 28th J. H. Eaton at 4:30 BARRISTER• p.m. SOLICITOR
for the NOTARY PUBLIC rd Erie Street South issue August 326 Wheatley
Hours: 8:30 am - 5 pm
Have a Safe 519-825-7032 Holiday email: joyce.eaton@gmail.com Weekend! Evenings by appointment
HOME RENOVATIONS Don’t Move
519-326-2666
Fax 519-326-7008 E-mail: general@cbleamington.com
BARRISTERS GEORGE DELRUE JAY A. JOHNSON LOUIS ELTERS Taylor, Delrue Barristers & Solicitors UNIFOR Legal Plan Accepted
Evenings by Appointment
519-682-0164
CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANTS Tyler Hicks Heather MacPherson Lindsay Iatonna Timothy Driedger Ashley Meyer
49 Erie St. N. P.O. Box 189, Leamington Phone 519-326-2681 Fax 519-326-8044
PRINTING BASEMENT WATERPROOFING
EXCAVATING ACCOUNTANT
R.A. SHANKS ACCOUNTING Inc.
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EXCAVATING TO ADVE Tax Preparation Backhoe • Sewers • Waterlines & Accounting Services YOU Basement Waterproofing Individual - Business - Agriculture - Bookkeeping Trucking • Electric Eel Service BUSIN 38 B Queen St N Tilbury, ON TIM LIVINGSTONE
51 519-682-1331 519-682-133 519-682-13 519-682-1 519-682519-682 519-68 519-6 519519
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EXCAVATING WEB DESIGN
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COMPLETE BASEMENT WATERPROOFING SERVICES SPRAY FOAM INSULATION Crawlspaces • Attics New Construction • Renovations
Approved Contractor for GreenON Insulation Rebates
40 Queen St. S., Tilbury
Office: 519-825-7897 print@southpointsun.ca Estimates: 519-919-3258
HOME SERVICES
LABOUR RELATIONS
EMAIL US AT:
Trucking • Stone • Electric Eel Service Clay • Fill Sand • Topsoil
519 796 2568
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24 Seacliff Leam
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E-mail or call in your classified ad by Friday at 4:00 p.m.. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 2, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca We accept E-TRANSFER, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
GREENHOUSE WORKERS NEEDED
SEMI DRIVERS NEEDED
CANNERY WORKER... FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager. Specific duties include: Pruning, clipping, harvesting and cleaning work area. Repetitive task, standing for extended periods, hot humid conditions, comfortable working on scissor lifts, handling weights of up to 23 kg or 50 lbs, report signs of insect or disease damage. Permanent full time weekdays including weekends. $15.00 per hour. Will train the right candidate. Must be able to work within a group or on their own. Reliable and dependable. Must have own transportation. No educational requirements needed.
Local Packing Shed
• Full Time Positions Available. • Minimum 3 years experience with an AZ license & refrigerated equipment. • Main Corridor - Ontario-Quebec Send Resume & Drivers Abstract to: Human Resources trucking@goldenjem.com or Fax #519-322-1112
HIRING
TRADE JOURNEYPERSONS & APPRENTICES
Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager. $15.50 per hour • Part Time to Full Time Specific Duties include: Repetitive tasks, manual dexterity, hand-eye-co-ordination, standing for extended periods, attention to detail, bending, crouching kneeling, handling weights of up to 50 lbs (23 kg) from production line. Clean working area. Physically demanding, fast paced environment. Experience in Food Safety handling an asset. Welcome any Newcomers to Canada, seniors, indigenous, ... anybody that can work. Must have own transportation. NATION WIDE CANNING LTD. P.O. Box 227, 324 County Road 34 East Cottam, ON N0R 1B0 Tel # 519.839.4831 • Fax # 519.839.4993 Email: natwide@mnsi.net • www.cottamgardens.com
• Plumbing; Sheet Metal & HVAC •To provide proof of license with Skilled Trades Ontario
Apply: Southshore Greenhouses Inc. 1746 Seacliff Drive Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2M6
Drop off Resume, References, Transcript of Schooling, and Drivers Abstract to:
GROSSI HVAC SERVICES 238 Talbot St. W. Leamington ON N8H 1P1 Email: grossi@grossiplumbing.ca
12 Seacliff Drive E., Leamington, ON N8H 2L2 Email: admin@gualtierimechanical.com
The Southpoint Sun is seeking a
FREELANCE REPORTER for occasional assignments
• Must have availability on some weekends and evenings. • Must have own professional camera and own transportation. • Assignments will vary from cheque presentations to photos and stories on events /sports around the Leamington, Wheatley, Kingsville area. • Remuneration will be per assignment. • Ideal candidate will be someone (possibly a retiree) with lots of time on their hands who can pitch in where needed if editor is busy with other assignments, so flexibility is important. • The position will supplement our editor and current freelancer’s duties and help them to meet the demand on busy weeks. Please send resume by email to:
sun@southpointsun.ca
GREENHOUSE WORKER Seasonal full time position available 60-65 hours per week depending on the harvest and must be available on Saturday and Sunday. Physically demanding, repetitive tasks, bending, hot conditions, and must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. Maintain attendance and good work ethic vital for harvesting. Job includes harvesting, planting, cluster pruning, de-leafing. Wage $15 per hour. No education or experience required. Send resume to Moretto Ingratta Farms, 341 Morse Road, Leamington, ON N8H 3V5 or Fax 519-326-1082.
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We are seeking
GUALTIERI MECHANICAL
PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $15/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: pinnaclejobs@hotmail.ca No experience or education de4-tf required.
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GREENHOUSE ASSOCIATE
• Compensation is $15.00/hour • Monday through Friday (Occasional Saturdays) • No education or experience required. • Duties include hand-trimming, taking cuttings, hand harvesting, watering and cleaning of greenhouse. Please apply at: careers@tilray.com or mail a resume to: P.O. Box 2000 269 Erie St. S., Leamington, ON N8H 3C4
Please Recycle LOCAL TRUSS ASSEMBLY PLANT is hiring full time truss builders. Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays during busy season. Benefits after 3 months along with a boot allowance. Experience an asset but not required. Call 519-839-4301 or email resume to cindyh@ fe2-tfn rivardtruss.com.
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Southwestern Manufacturing Inc is hiring 7 CNC Machinists and 10 Welders
519-985-6161
Southwestern Manufacturing Inc is looking for
(7) CNC Machinist
Apply now: jobs@southwesternmanufacturing.com
Minimum of 40-50 hours per week
Apply now: jobs@southwesternmanufacturing.com
Starting at $26.06/hr
Minimum of 40-50 hours per week
Qualification: • • • • • • • •
Minimum 5+ years experience in a machining environment Minimum 5+ years experience operating CNC horizontal/vertical milling machines, CNC Experience in 2D machining Extensive knowledge of tooling and tooling operations Proficient specifically in Fanuc controls Must be proficient in manual G code programming Secondary(high) school and postgraduate certification Must work both days & afternoon shift rotation
Qualification: • • •
Full benefit comes with Extended health care Vision Care Dental Care Company Pension RRSP, DPSP
Able to read drawings, spec & engineering info Setting and operate CNC machines Fitting and assembling components and machine parts to close tolerances • Verifying dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specification using precision measuring instruments
Full benefit comes with Extended health care Vision Care Dental Care Company Pension RRSP, DPSP
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Depends on welding Skill level Starting at $24.05/hr
Experienced SENIOR LEVEL welders Minimum of 5 years’ welding experience Extensive knowledge of welding techniques, GTAW TIG, GMAW FCAW, and multi-pass welding
Duties:
Duties: • • •
519-985-6161
Southwestern Manufacturing Inc is looking for (10) 1st class Welder
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
Memories of... Kingsville, Leamington and Wheatley
20 - Southpoint Sun
Dusting off the memories
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Photos from Kingsville-Gosfield Heritage Society 1790-2000 A Stroll Through Time
Cedar Beach Drug Store, owned by Red Morris, Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives 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. 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 late 1940s or early 1950s.
Associated Band at Lakesideof Park, date. A Look Kingsville-Essex at Leamington’ s Past courtesy C. unknown Scott Holland
kingsvillearchives@gmail.com
Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection April 1973: Buckingham Real Estate edged Gulliver Insurance 2-1 to win the Midget hockey trophy. At left is captain Ken Dick who scored both goals with coach Randy Critchlow.
July 27, 1993 - Tourism was the focus at a seminar. Included in the participants were, left to right: Shelley Nadkeolyar, planner for the Ministry of Tourism; John Cole, manager of the North American Travel Trade Tourism Marketing Branch of the Ministry of Tourism; Duane Morrison, Economic Development Officer for the Town of Leamington; and Chris Chopchik of the Leamington Chamber of Commerce.
Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989 Clippings from the Wheatley Journal
July 2002 - Local anglers Larryrose Scratch Leamington, Steve Derbyshire and David Scratch, rainfall both of Submarine cycling - Ditches footofafter foot following the Thursday evening Wheatley, hoist the prize winning muskie that took third prize in the Huron Point (Michigan) Muskie Slam. and these young lads wasted no time inventing a new game, “submarine cycling”. If Scott Dawson and Ron Tempich were other members of the fishing team that shared $3000 U.S. for nothing else, it’s a quick way to wash a ten-speed bicycle! boating this 51-1/2” monster weighing over 29 pounds.
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By C. Scott Holland the general contractor, while Sterling Many residents and visitors have no- Contractors of East Windsor was the ticed something strange along Leaming- sub-contractor for the cement. When ton’s waterfront. Another notable area it was opened in September 1933, over landmark has changed along the Lake 3,000 attended the ceremonies. The dock Erie landscape. ran straight for 950 feet then went anothThe Leamington Dock and its ware- er 250 feet at an angle. Its original warehouse building that graced the Leam- house was supervised by district engiington Dock’s southernmost section for neer F. Y. Harcourt and sat on concrete nearly three quarters of a century is now 100 feet wide. The price tag for the 1932 very different, and a decade after its last work ran $160,000. After only five years, major alteration, local citizens still have the warehouse proved inadequate and delightful memories of its hey day from an extension was added in 1939. That the 1950s to 1970s. extension was done simultaneously as From the late 1880s to late 1920s, many wire cribs containing stone were Leamington had numerous docks and added to the dock’s southern portion as the original Leamington dock was situ- a protective measure. The cribs extendated just a few feet from where Matthew ed the dock by another 703 feet. Sterling W. Scott’s original Leamington dock had Contractors built the 80 foot warehouse been built and later where Wigle’s dock addition and a smaller shed. Cost of the stood. By 1927 when Leamington’s H.J. 1939 work was $155,000. Heinz Co. entered the export business, Canada Steamship Lines and the Pelee there were no facilities to accommodate Island ferries were the main users until the freight and the wharf traffic since the the early 1960s. But CSL decided to pull structure was inadequate for ships. In out in 1962. Yet that move was delayed Scott’s time, the water depth was shal- when a new agreement was reached and low and quite often smaller tug boats CSL ships continued to use dock until took fuel or freight out to where the about 1970. larger vessels were anchored in Pigeon By that time, maritime shipment of Bay. goods and products was much slower By 1932 the federal government in- than transportation by trucks or planes. jected funds to improve Leamington’s After nearly a decade of use as a Heinz harbor and dock. Work on it began in warehouse, businessman Lee Sunshine January 1933. Much dredging and dock presented an idea to acquire the fixture work was needed and MP Eccles J. Gott and transform it into a restaurant. Afgot the federal government to create ter nearly two years of struggles, Sunthe new dock because of the greatly in- shine’s dream was accomplished. Howcreased amount of shipping from 1928 ever, Sunshine did not stay in business to 1932. Among the main companies us- long. ing the dock were the H.J. Heinz ComSoon the Vourakes family purchased it pany, plus area tobacco, timber and coal and turned it into the Dock Restaurant companies. which became a popular and very familIt was during an audit of the harbour iar eatery in Leamington. Views from master’s income that federal govern- the inside were like postcards, and in ment officials realized Leamington’s im- the 1990s the 1939 addition was renovatportance as a port. While many others ed into a reception room for banquets. had suffered serious declines during the The Dock Restaurant was later closed initial years of the Depression, Leam- and dock improvements occurred to ington’s wharf master had a dramatic accommodate the Pelee Island ferries. increase going up from $780 in 1927 to The federal government decided in 2009 nearly $3,500 in 1932. that the warehouse would eventually Heinz, along with area farmers, ex- be removed and that important part of ported goods and produce to all corners Leamington’s landscape disappeared in of the earth. Lake freighters frequently Decemeber 2011. lined the waters of Pigeon Bay and for The landscape has altered greatly nearly 30 years it was common to see two but there are plenty of memories of the to four moored at the dock while others swimming, diving, ships and cruising waited further out in the bay. The ex- involved with that landmark. tensive work on the new dock in 1933 included new pilings, a solid wooden surface, concrete footings, and a wider entranceway and an extension. Five years later a warehouse would be added. Two companies did the necessary work – Wm. Birmingham & Son The dock’s extension is seen in its construction phase in of Kingsville was 1939. Scott Holland Collection photo
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Soo tames upstart Lakers in U18 final By Greg Coulter The Leamington Lakers U18 ball team played host over the weekend in a six-team tournament at the Kinsmen Baseball Fields, advancing to the Sunday afternoon final. It was a weekend of timely hits that determined the success of the local squad. After round robin play, the Lakers were pitted against Port Lambton Pirates in the semi-finals. They quickly jumped out to a 3-0 lead, only to see an opposition rally and soon found themselves down 5-3 late in the game. Their bats came alive, and they rallied for a 6-5 victory sending them to the final, for a rematch against the Soo Black Sox. Soo had edged the locals 1-0 Friday night in a pitching duel. In the final, the northerners from the Soo put together two big innings. Leamington chipped away to keep the game within reach, loading the bases in both the 6th and 7th innings. They made great ball contact in both at bats but just could not push any runs across the plate. The game ended with a 12-7 Soo victory.
Shaften masters the greens
The Erie Shores senior men’s golf league had 46 golfers in attendance on July 18. First low net winners were Kevin Shaften, Richard Leslie, Paul Pringle and Joseph Youssef. Second low net went to Heinz Kosempel, Peter Harb, Herb Grundner and Gord Anderson. Third low went to Gary Alderson, Cam McKay, Dave Wilkinson and Randy Bradley. Fourth low were Tom Klassen, Fred Klassen, Bill Gherasim and Don Chalcraft. The two draw winners were Rick Metz and Phil Larade. Closest to the hole on #3 was Kevin Shaften and on #16 Tom Miehl. Longest putt on #9 was Heinz Kosempel and on #18 Paul Pringle.
The three low net winners were Kevin Shaften 62, Richard Leslie 67 and Joseph Youssef 68. Low rounds of the day were Kevin Shaften’s great 73, Matt Dick 78, John Rutgers 82, and Bill Gherasim, Cam McKay and Wayne Wiseman at 83. Matt Dick birdied #1 and #5, Fred Klassen had birds on #1 and #2. Dave Wilkinson and Cam McKay birdied #2, Paul Pringle #3, John Rutgers #9, Stefan Kowal #11 and #12, Tom Klassen and Wayne Wiseman also #12, Bill Rutgers #14, Tom Miehl #14 and #16, Heinz Kosempel #15, and Bill Gherasim #17. Kevin Shaften, however, was the one who mastered the greens with birds on #2, #3, #11, #14 and #15.
In the top photo, baserunner Noah George keeps the opposition pitcher on his toes as he safely gets back to first on an attempted pick off. In the bottom photo, George showed his prowess on the mound as well, as he bears down in the final game. Third baseman Ben Recker readies himself on the play. SUN photos by Greg Coulter
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U13 Lightning wins Colasanti Cup
The Leamington U13 Lightning played in the Colasanti Cup Soccer Tournament over the weekend and came away with the championship. During the round robin, Leamington beat Essex 4-1, Harrow 12-0, tied Wheatley 1-1 and lost to Kingsville 5-1. With two wins and a tie, Leamington earned 2 columns x 4.25” July 28, 2022 a spot in the champion*$93.50 +HST ship game against a very strong Kingsville team (4 and 0 in the round robin). Ontario N8M 2Y1 • 519-776-4268 • www.essexfreepress.com • Email: contact@essexfreepress.com Leamington opened up the scoring with a powerful shot by Muhammed
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Local girls win golf gold in Mississauga The Jamieson Junior Tour girls team won gold in the three-day Ontario Summer Games event this past Friday to Sunday at the Brae Ben Golf Course in Mississauga. The team of Emily Young (Kingsville), Vanessa Ardovini (Roseland) and Alyssa Cowling (Kingsville) played the combined six rounds in a total of 484, seven strokes clear of the field. Young also took the individual gold with a three-day total of 81-79-79 =239, Ardovini tied for the bronze with scores of 7787-81=245.
By Bob McLean On July 19, 54 Talbot Trail senior men’s league players participated in their second scramble. Although it was somewhat warm, the players still enjoyed the friendly competitive format. The closest to the pin on #9 was won by Joe Vrtel who hit a scintillating shot to within four feet of the #9 pin. Chuck McKenzie of T6G1 drained an awesome 13-foot putt to claim the long putt laurels. Joe and Chuck received a sleeve of balls. The winning teams also received TT gift cards. The first-place scramble team was T7G1, and they won two sleeves of balls. The players who scored the excellent winning score of 33 were Gary Marentette, Andy Orsini, Tom Sasso, Rick Thompson and Nick Peters. T1G1 also shot a brilliant 33 but lost out in the card draw. Settling for second place and receiving four golf balls were Howard Mulrain, Ray Foster, Arkey and Fuzzy. Three teams tied with 35s, but a card draw settled third and fourth place. Winning a sleeve of golf balls for third place was T3G3: Doug Langlois, Dave
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the round robin. Alexander Rubino had three great games on defense and Christopher Raffoul’s two-way game was outstanding. Sydnee Baeini showed she is a tough midfielder playing two full games Friday night without a break. Success in the tournament was a result of good team play. Because of a short bench, players stepped into positions they normally didn’t play and handled the situation just fine.
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Alacatiy, from outside the box. Kingsville scored next to tie the game, but Charlie Ketler put Leamington back on top with a beautifully placed penalty shot. Dario Verissimo put the game away with Leamington’s third goal late in the second half. Steve Belanger played a solid game in net for a 3-1 championship victory. During the tournament, other goal scorers were Dylan Mellow and Sonny Coppola. Connor Rumble/Anastacio did an excellent job in net during
Friday, August 19 - in partnership with LAC, Leamington BIA & Municipality of Leamington - Save the date!
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La Bonte and Al Zanuttini. Fourth place went to T6G1: BW, Ron Hillier, Erle Nash and Chuck McKenzie. They each received two balls. The Most Travelled Team was T3G1, and they found the going very challenging as they scored a 41. However, two new golf balls were given to each player for their honesty! Non-winners received one golf ball. Before the raffle, humorous jokes were delivered by Ken Womack, Wayne Humber and Bobo. Two golfers won gift cards of $57.50 during the raffle. Other gift cards were $25, $20, $15 and ten were handed out. Great news: Bummy is home now recuperating from his recent surgery. Members hope to have Wiz back with them next week. Special thanks to Sammy, Taylor and Hilary for the delicious food and beverages. BW did an excellent job selling the raffle tickets. Extra special thanks to Dave Dent for his help. Keep swinging and smiling!
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upCOMING KIDS SUMMER ART CAMP: Andrea Niven Ages 4-14 yrs, August 8-12. Sessions will run for 2 hours each day with a morning and afternoon option. Find out more & register at www.leamingtonartscentre.com upCOMING ADULT ART CLASSES Adult & Children's art classes this fall! 2 sessions/mo. starting in September. Sign up today at leamingtonartscentre.com MILL ST. MARKET IS COMING BACK! August 19, 5-10pm. Don't miss our 2nd market of the summer! Enjoy delectable street food and drinks while you shop for handcrafted arts and and crafts lining Mill Street in Leamington. Admission is free, all are welcome!
SUBMISSIONcalls WFCU PAINTING COMPETITION + EXHIBITION An incredible opportinity for emerging, mid-career and established artists. Submit your work for a chance at $1000 in cash prizes sponsored by the WFCU Credit Union. Aug 21deadline, visit leamingtonartscentre.com for details The LAC is a not-for profit organization reliant on community support:
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Local soccer, baseball wind-ups cap off season
After a two-year interruption in local minor sports, things got back to more normal this summer with local baseball and soccer organizations thriving on the fields. In the photo right, the U11 Wheatley Wildcats made it to the finals of the Colasanti Cup. Back row, left to right: Kepler Robinson, Isla Thiele, Carter Schmitt, Aubrie Hatt, Brooklyn Biekx, Jordyn Lefaive, Sofia Medeiros, Sam Edwards, Peyton Friesen, Grayson Friesen, Crawford Kimball, Hudson Renwick, Ethan Girard. In front: Zoey Williams, Andrew Friesen, Ethan Snoek, Alex Reissner, Nolan Jones. Absent from photo: Thoren Cornell and Nash Appleyard. In the photo bottom left, Leamington Minor Baseball’s U5 Team Gold had fun on windup day, Saturday, July 23. Players are (left to right): Gannon Grubb, KJ Hopper, Jaxson Hutchinson, Liam Hutchinson, Charlie Beselaere, Austin Scott, Mason Schmitt, Wyatt Burger, Eli Ameer, Charlise Quenneville and Tristen Anthony. Coaches are Kevin Hopper and Andy Anthony. In the bottom right photo, are the Leamington U7 Junior Lakers, front row from left: Dougie Howe, Theo Wright, Ben Mooney, Lincoln Simpson, Blake Wright, Lochlann Praill, Jackson Meloche-Trealout. Back row are Jesse Wright (coach), Shane Simpson, Carter Loewen, David Nohra, Wes Wright (coach).
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THURSDAY JULY 28 COFFEE HOUSE WITH JOE PERRY & FRIENDS - 6:30-8:30 at Kingsville Community Centre 1860 Division Rd. N. Musicians, singers, poets and story tellers and all are welcome. Fun, free, family friendly eveing of music and refreshments. FRIDAYS, JULY & AUGUST POP-UP STORYTIME FOR KIDS - stories, songs and more - on Fri. July 29, Fri. Aug. 12, Fri. Aug. 19 and Fri. Aug. 26 at 1:00 pm each day, at Two Creeks Conservation Area, north of Wheatley. Hosted by Wheatley Library.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 4 FREE CAR SEAT INSPECTION CLINIC - on Thursday, August 4 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Caldwell First Nation, 14 Orange St., Leamington. Appointments preferred as there is limited spaced available, but walk-ins will be accommodated as best as possible. Book now at anna.blundell.cpst@ gmail.com, by text at 204-558-9842 or go to https://forms.gle/NVYdTWGpNzJM17j97 SATURDAY, AUGUST 6 KIDS’ CLOTHING SWAP - Saturday, August 6, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Come and get some new to your kids clothing! Clean out closets & drawers and donate kids’ clothing & shoes prior, so we can pre-sort sizes. With rising prices, let’s share what we don’t need and make dressing our kids a little easier this year. More info: kim@KingsvilleCentre.com For more info contact: Kim@KingsvilleCentre.com. TUESDAY, AUGUST 9 FREE BUBBLEOLOGY SHOW - Tuesday, August 9 at 11:00 am at Wheatley Arena. A magical morning of bubble tricks enjoyed by kids of all ages, plus free freezies! Hosted by Wheatley Library. ONGOING ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING in person at 6:00 pm every other Wednesday at SEACLIFF MANOR - Theatre Room, 30 Seacliff Dr. E., Leamington. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Next meetings are July 20, August 3, August 17 and August 31. 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 COMMUNITY CENTRE CAFE - Open Tuesdays & Thursdays 9am to noon. Free Cookies, coffee & Wifi, 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville.
TAI CHI - Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 a.m. Free drop-in program at Kingsville Community Centre. Join us for gentle flowing stretching and movements. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville.
PLAY THE UKULELE WITH LIONEL KNIGHTS - Every Monday beginning June 6 at St. John’s Anglican Church in Leamington. Bring a music stand and your own uke if you can. There will be limited ukes available for use. Cost is $5 per session, which goes to the St. John’s kitchen to help with their programs. Call Lionel at 519-398-9645 for more info. 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 519-326-2388. Everyone welcome. KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE CAFE Open Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00 am to noon. Free Coffee, Free Cookies & Free Wifi. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville. COMMUNITY ANGEL CLOTHING CUPBOARD OPEN WEDNESDAYS by appointment only, 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Call 519-326-3111 to book your appointment. All are welcome! Free! St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Donated gently used clothing for men, women and children of all ages. ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com JOIN THE KINGSVILLE FRIENDLY CLUB TO PLAY CARDS every Tuesday and Friday afternoon, 12:45 p.m., at the Unico Community Centre, 33 Beech St., Kingsville. Tuesday is euchre, bridge, cribbage. Friday is euchre, bridge, pepper. Must be 50+ years of age to join. If interested, drop in any Tuesday or Friday. KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE GUITAR WELLNESS - Thursdays 4:00 pm, Free drop-in program. Group guitar lessons to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual wellness. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville. IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234. MELO CLINIC & PREGNANCY CENTRE, 75 Erie Street South, Unit 103, Leamington, offers
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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. KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE TAICHI - Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 am - Free drop-in program. Join us for gentle flowing stretching and movements. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville. 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. KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE YARN SOCIAL - Tuesdays 10:00 am, Free drop-in program. Bring your knitting or crochet project, share patterns and more. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville. 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. KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE WELLNESS COUNSELLING By appointment 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville. Register: kim@ kingsvillecentre.com or 226-773-5830. 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 519682-2580. KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE MILK BAG CREATIONS - Tuesdays 9:00 am to noon, Free drop-in program Help turn cleaned milk bags into woven mats and more for those in need. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville
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There are several different styles of greenhouses both in Ontario and around the globe. They range from low to high-tech, but regardless of style, the aim is to create a protected growing environment where plants can thrive, allowing fresh fruits and vegetables to be grown more efficiently and with less waste. Over the years, especially as you drive through our community, you may have noticed that the newer greenhouses are taller than before. As our growers adopt the leading innovations in greenhouse produce cultivation, the height of the greenhouse plays an important role in how productive our plants inside can be! It allows more vegetables to be grown, and more people to have access to fresh Ontario-grown veggies all year long. The greenhouse environment, among other factors, allows our growers to control the temperature and humidity of the climate surrounding the plants, providing an optimal growing environment. The increase in the height of greenhouses over
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the years primarily is to give the plants more space to grow! The space above the plants acts as a buffer area so that temperature, humidity, and ventilation can be better controlled. The central part of the plant, ‘the head’, is what needs to be protected the most, as it is where the young leaves and fruit will grow from. The additional space provided by taller structures means that regardless of the temperature outside...hot or cold, the temperature around the plants can remain ideal for growth. This is known as the ‘buffer effect’. This additional space also helps to control humidity. If a plant gets too hot, it will begin to perspire, and to protect its water supply, it will stop growing, which means fewer veggies. Protected agriculture is all about keeping the plants comfortable so that they are best able to produce as much nutritious food as possible for families. To see more about how we grow check out our Virtual Reality Tour! https://www.ogvg.com/ogvgvr-360
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