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Arts Centre dedicates Susan Ross kitchenette
LEAMINGTON — Another long-time local patron of the arts is being honoured by the Leamington Arts Centre with the sponsoring and naming of the Susan Ross Kitchenette on the main floor of the centre. In January of 2022, renovations began on the LAC’s main floor kitchenette, a small space just off the ART ALIVE! gallery that is of vital use when hosting receptions, special events, and venue rentals. “These facilities are essential to the success of the LAC and the renovation of such have greatly increased the practical use of the space,” says Arts Centre Curator and Director Chad Riley. “Through the donation of $5,000 by long-time
supporter of the Leamington Arts Centre, Susan Ross, and the workmanship of Peter Sawatsky and team, the kitchenette underwent an impressive transformation.” A full-sized fridge and double basin sink were added to better serve staff and volunteers during events, and new cupboards greatly increased much needed storage space. New sleek swinging doors were also added (previously did not have doors) to better partition the space and improve the overall aesthetics of the adjacent gallery. “I am pleased to see the LAC doing so well and continuing to grow,” said Susan Ross. “It was my pleasure to support this initiative and I look
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forward to using the new space and volunteering at events and programs.” “The main floor kitchenette was over 30 years old and in much need of an uplift,” added Riley. “The generous funds gifted from Susan not only make this space look fantastic, but it adds so much more functionality with its new design and features. We look forward to more efficiently serving our guests.” The Susan Ross Kitchenette is now operational for all upcoming events, venue rentals, and receptions, which have resumed after a long hiatus due to health and safety measures associated with COVID-19. Established in 1971, the LAC is a not-for-profit community arts organiza-
TUES. APRIL 5 & FRI. APRIL 8 GRIEF SHARE CLASSES will meet Tuesday, April 5 and Friday, April 8, 1:30 p.m. both days, 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. TUESDAY, APRIL 12 ESSEX COUNTY, ONTARIO ANCESTORS ONLINE PRESENTATION: Learned During Lockdown Tuesday, April 12 at 7:00 p.m. Debra Honor shares new steps she gained in family history research. Free & open to everyone! Visit https://essex.ogs.on.ca for Zoom link to register. TUESDAY, APRIL 12 VICTROLA & GRAMOPHONE DEMONSTRATION - with Steve Phillips of Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village 10 am. Join us for a stroll Up and Down History’s Musical Scale. Free Admission Kingsville Community Centre 1860 Division Rd. N. Register: kim@kingsvillecentre.com or 226-773-5830. THURSDAY, APRIL 14 SENIOR HORMONE HEALTH with Karen Edgerton - 11am to noon. We will learn
FRI., APRIL 22 & SAT. APRIL 23 RUMMAGE SALE at Leamington United Church, 9 John St, on Friday, April 22 from 9:00 am - 1:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 23 from 9:00 am - 12 noon. Stop in and browse - we have something for everyone!
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KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE CAFE - Open Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9am to noon. Free Coffee, Free Cookies & Free Wifi. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville. 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. 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. 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
ed by Aiden Marietti, a grade 11 student at WHEATLEY Riverside and grand- LEGION NEWS son of Jim Ciliska, was BRANCH 324 made to Wheatley Le- Jan Watson gion on Saturday. Two handcrafted Canadian Election of Officers for an flags, one measures 17 our Executive this year. x 35 inches and the other We have many young one 7.25 x 13 inches. They members who, I’m sure, are beautifully done, and have not only have lots of I am thrilled to say that energy but also new ideas I won them. We extend a to attract and add to our heartfelt thanks to Aiden membership. Any quesfor his thoughtfulness, his tions, feel free to call me talent and his very gener- at 226-248-0355 or 226ous donation to us. 348-7815. We are planning to hold
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MUSICIANS AND SINGERS WANTED at the Leamington Half Century Club to join in the weekly singalong every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Drop in if interested (160 Talbot St. E.). Call 519-326-2521 for more info. ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519790-7739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com T.O.P.S. - Take Off Pounds Sensibly Meetings are held every Tuesday evening at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. Weigh-in from 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Meeting 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. First meeting is free. For more inforamtoin call Joan at 519326-2388. Everyone welcome. 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.
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ONGOING 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.
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TUESDAY, APRIL 5 HISTORY TALK SERIES with Veronica Brown, 11am to 12 noon. 15 decades of built heritage on Kingsville’s Division Street South. In-person at Kingsville Community Centre 1860 Division Rd N and live streamed on YouTube at Kingsville Community Centre. Free admission. Register: kim@kingsvillecentre. com or 226-773-5830.
WHEATLEY – A very small crowd attended the Meat Draws that were held last Saturday, March 26 and were run by Gerry Soulliere. Winners were Jim McClellan (3), Marie Andrews, Nancy Williamson (2), Julie Reid, Jan Watson, June Epplett, Jerry McCormick and Carol Balestieri. June Epplett won the 50/50 draw. Meat draws will continue until the end of April at the Talbot Trail Golf Course. An extra draw, donat-
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nities are available at the LAC and currently being sought from businesses and individuals. To learn more, visit the LAC website or contact
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SATURDAY, APRIL 2 Essex-Kent Mennonite Historical Association is sponsoring a TALK ON THE UKRAINE BY ANDREW STEBELSKY, a local history teacher with Ukrainian roots, on April 2 at 7:00 p.m. at the Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak Street East. Donations for Ukrainian relief will be collected. Everyone welcome. Masks required.
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