12 - Southpoint Sun
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Community Living starts membership drive REGIONAL — A strong membership is the foundation of any organization that makes a difference. Community Living Essex County is no exception and considers its members ‘inclusion champions’ — individuals, community members and businesses who lead the way by example, actions and in simple conversations with friends and neighbours, spreading the important message of inclusion. Community Living Essex County has officially kicked off their 2021 annual membership drive campaign with the goal of securing 200 members. Membership plays a critical role in influencing and supporting the priority work of the agency. Members can be anyone from individuals, businesses or families who believe in Community Living Essex County’s mission to support
people with an intellectual disability to achieve their goals and dreams and to realize their value as full citizens in our community. Prospective members are asked to consider becoming a member and have a voice in the direction of services and supports in the community. Please know that as a member, your support may be expressed in a variety of ways, including your time, your voice and/or your financial support through a membership donation. Are you ready to become an official Community Living Essex County inclusion champion? It’s easy to join. Find out more by visiting www.communitylivingessex.org and complete the easy online membership application; or if you have questions, please call 519776-6483, ext. 246.
Letter to the Editor
Writer enjoying recent tributes
GORE HILL PARTICIPATES IN SWEATER DAY
LEAMINGTON — On Friday, February 19, Gore Hill joined 53 other sites in the GECDSB and hosted Sweater Day. Staff and students were asked to wear their favourite sweater, hoodie or pullover, as the school’s temperature was reduced by 2 degrees to promote energy conservation. In the top photo are Grade 7 students, Liam Brown, Dylan Marchand, Andrew Demant, Alexis Beaul, Rachel Myers and Elizabeth Hamm. In the bottom photo, JK/ SK students join staff member, Trina Sokolowski, donning their favourite sweater. Left to right, are, Mlle Sokolowski, Evelyn Baird, Alexis Jarrold, Rachel Beaul and Kadar Shahrour. Photos submitted
Arrest for Leamington break-in LEAMINGTON — On Saturday, February 20, shortly before 6:00 a.m., members of the Leamington Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), responded to a report of a break and enter at a business at an Erie Street North address. Officers arrived on scene and subsequently located an individual nearby and took them into custody. As a result of investigation, police charged a 29-year-old from Leamington with the following offences: • Break, enter a placewith intent to commit indictable offence. • Theft over $5000. • Possession of property bbtained by crime over $5000. • Mischief over $5000. • Resist Peace Officer. • Possession of breakin instruments. • Fail to comply with Probation Order. The accused was transported to hospital for treatment of an injury and was later released. As a result of this interaction, the OPP has notified the province’s Special Inves-
tigations Unit (SIU) which has invoked its mandate. As a result, the OPP will
not be able to provide further information.
Pet of the Week RINGO
6 years old, female - I’m sure you can tell from my picture that I’m a bit of a scared girl. I’m the type of cat that likes to keep to myself unless I’m comfortable with you. I’m not looking for trouble but I can be sensitive at times, especially when I’m picked up, I hate feeling like I’m being forced to engage in something I’m uncomfortable with so I’m not the kind of girl you can scoop up when you feel like cuddling, I do best if I can do things at my pace when I’m comfortable. I have a beautiful purr you’ll hear in the morning and I love to play! My nicknames are ‘Rabbit’ and ‘Funny Bunny’, and I also love when you tell me I’m pretty (I mean I already know but a girl loves hearing it!). An adult only home would be best for me, I would love a calm and predictable environment so I can thrive and be successful. If you have the right space for me and are okay with an aloof girl like me that likes to do her own thing, then I can’t wait to go to meet you! Visit windsorhumane.org today to apply to adopt me!
Windsor/Essex County Humane Society 519-966-5751 windsorhumane.org
ALL PET FOODS
Frozen Snake Food, 129 Erie St. S. Crickets, Worms, Feeder Leamington Fish - Minnows & Comets. 519-325-1112 Small Animal, All Bird, Dog & Cat - dry & canned. Join us on Facebook
Dear Editor: I should like to tell you how much I enjoyed the article on the late Ron Haley in your most recent issue. Though I have resided in Leamington 58 years, I have to admit I was not familiar with the name. Perhaps I didn’t peruse the sports columns sufficiently. It may also be a measure of the man’s modesty to which you alluded. He sounds to have been a man with a rare sense of altruism and civic service. I also got great pleasure reading in
a recent issue of the peregrinations of Frank Salive, through the world of hockey and horse racing. I knew Frank and his parents, and reading the piece set me in a reminiscent mood. I believe besides Frank’s talent mentioned by you, he also was something of a human calculator. Any number of figures could be thrown at him and in seconds, he could compute them. The Sun recently has been a pleasure to read. Thanks. John Coggans, Leamington.
Community Calendar
FRIDAYS FEB. 26 - MARCH 26 ST. MICHAEL’S KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS LENTEN FISH FRY. Curbside pick up only. Pre-order before Thursday evening by calling: 519-326-0994 Pick up at St. Michael’s Church, 29 Elliott Street, John Street entrance to the Banquet Hall. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3 DONATE BLOOD - Leamington Blood Donor Clinic - at the Leamingotn Lebanese Club, 447 Hwy. 77 Leamington. 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. Book ahead. Book now. Visit: blood.ca or call 1-888-236-6283.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17 Leamington Half Century Centre is holding a CURB-SIDE ST. PATRICK’S DAY CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE DINNER on March 17 from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Tickets $20 each and must be purchased by March 2. Tickets available at the Leamington Half Century Centre or call 519-326-2521 for more info. ONGOING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - DO YOU LOVE POINT PELEE NATIONAL PARK? The Friends of Point Pelee are searching for Volunteer Board Members. If you are interested, please contact us by email: friendsofpointpelee@gmail.com MIRACLE MOBILE MARKET - Free fresh produce boxes available in Wheatley every Tuesday from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. at Wheatley Baptist Church, 47 Talbot Road E. You can pick up a box and have option of paying it forward by donating and helping someone else. ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS Meeting online at 6:00 p.m. every other Wednesday. Next meetings are March 3, 17 and 31. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores. toastmastersclubs.org and click on Contact Us.
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 4-5pm. Food and clothing are available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish, 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. ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234. RANDY ATKINSON FUND provides money for extras that OHIP doesn’t pay for or to help with unexpected expenses for cancer patients (e.g. hospital parking etc). If you, your group or organization would like to have a speaker explain the fund and its availability in this area, call 519-682-2580. PLAY ROTARY TV BINGO GAMES - Tuesday nights, live on TVCOGECO from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Can only be viewed in Chatham-Kent viewing areas. Support the community and purchase your cards from Adamson Guardian Drugs, Wheatley. Pick up your cards early! Play 5 different games on 3 faces in 1 hour. $3 for 15 ways to win and $2000 in prizes.
PREGNANCY & RESOURCE CENTRE, 33 Princess St. (Central 33) Suite 212, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses and trained volunteers. Free pregnancy tests. Call 24/7 for free and confidential support - 519-326-0612. Business calls: 519326-3821.
To place your event in the Community Calendar... Phone: 519-398-9098 • Email: sun@southpointsun.ca • or drop off at 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 2, Leamington SUBMISSIONS NOT GUARANTEED.
