Southpoint Sun - April 29, 2015

Aphria co-founder talks about medical marijuana at Chamber AGM

By Bryan Jessop

Aphria Medical Marijuana co-founder Cole Cacciavillani had a rare public opportunity to respond to the stigma commonly associated with his business.

The Leamington District Chamber of Commerce invited Cacciavillani to attend their annual general meeting as guest speaker at the Rhine Danube Club Wednesday, April 22. The Leamington-based company’s co-founder, chief operation officer and director followed the AGM’s agenda with a presentation on how Aphria was launched following a rigorous process to meet government regulations. Cacciavillani also compared the attributes of medical marijuana to traditional remedies such as Aspirin, Tylenol, Ibuprofen, Oxycotin and opiates as a means of dispelling some of the myths associated with his company’s products.

“Everybody knows what we’re doing and that we’re doing something a little different,” Cacciavillani explained. “It’s (medical marijuana) really misunderstood. Unfortunately, marijuana still has this stigma that we, as part of the new culture of marijuana, are battling against. I’m here to tell you there are a lot of good things about marijuana.”

Cacciavillani pointed out that marijuana is a naturally-occurring drug that does not produce the sometimes-fatal side effects of common prescription medications such as overdoses that occur following the development of dependence or addiction. He went on to explain that medical marijuana is not addictive and has no records of a fatal overdose. His presentation noted that over-the-counter medications have caused the deaths of more than 3,400 patients between 1991 and 2004 — 52 per cent of which were unintentional.

The guest speaker explained that the journey to offering legalized medical marijuana in Canada began with a court case in 2001 when an individual argued that with medicinal properties, the drug should be made available to him.

“Unfortunately, from 2001 to 2014 they (the Canadian federal government) didn’t do a very good job with that whole regulatory framework that they had developed,” Cacciavillani explained. “In agriculture, we’re always looking to grow something different. For us, medical marijuana is really just another plant that we can grow and culture inside the greenhouse. We look at it strictly from a science-based growing of a plant.”

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Leamington mourns loss of Rick Atkin

By Bryan Jessop

The community continues to deal with sentiments of shock and sadness following the sudden and unexpected death of Leamington municipal councillor Rick Atkin.

Atkin was found in his home by Leamington Ontario Provincial Police officers on the afternoon of Tuesday, Apr. 21 after they were contacted by Mayor John Paterson. Paterson, along with David Bain and Leamington bylaw enforcement officer Jeff Armstrong, also traveled to Atkin’s home, where their worst fears were confirmed.

Paterson asked Armstrong to stop by the house after Atkin uncharacteristically missed a municipal council meeting on the evening of Monday, Apr. 20. Armstrong discovered that Atkin’s car was still in the driveway. Also, before Atkin was found in his bed by OPP officers, Paterson received a concerned phone call from Bain and his wife. David, the son of Essex County warden and Lakeshore mayor Tom Bain, raised horses along with Atkin for the past several years and began suspecting something was wrong when the third-

term councillor didn’t arrive for a routine morning of training.

Reports indicate that Atkin died of natural causes. An avid jogger who was seen regularly at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, he was considered by most who knew him to be in good health and physical condition. Complex staff members are alleged to have seen him at the LKRC on Monday morning.

“It’s absolutely a shock to all of us,” Paterson explained. This is a very big loss for Leamington. Rick not only participated well in council, but also in his community. He was very active in supporting Leamington in different ways — he touched a lot of people’s lives. He will be greatly missed.”

Atkin moved from Windsor to Leamington in 1985 — the same year he became the municipality’s recreation director, a position he held until amalgamation. He then became director of community services and played

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Leamington municipal councillor Rick Atkin speaks prior to the creation of a rain garden alongside the parking lot at Seacliff Beach Tuesday, June 10, 2014. (FILE PHOTO)

Aphria Medical Marijuana chief operating officer, director and co-founder Cole Cacciavillani describes the hurdles his company has had to maneuver to reach full production during the Leamington and District Chamber of Commerce’s 79th annual general meeting at the Rhine Danube Wednesday, Apr. 22.

BANK THEATRE NOTES

10 ERIE STREET SOUTH P.O. BOX 434

LEAMINGTON, ON N8H 3W5 519-326-8805

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING:

Monday, May 4 • 7:00 to 9:00 pm

The Annual General Meeting will be held to receive financial statements for 2014/2015, to renew annual memberships, and to establish the 2015/2016 Board of Directors. Exciting things are happening at The Bank Theatre. Be a part of it. Memberships are only $10. See you on May 4th. For more information call 519-326-8805.

Sunday, May 10 at 3:00 p.m.MOTHER’S DAY - Bring your mother to an afternoon performance of “THE LIGHT OF EASTERN ENSEMBLE” featuring guest soloist, Tracey Atin. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door at 2:30 for the 3:00 p.m. performance.

Thursday, May 14, Friday, May 15, and Saturday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m. - AN EVENING OF ARTSEMOTIONAL BAGGAGE is the Leamington District Secondary School Players’ entry for the Sears Drama Festival. Besides viewing this interesting play, you will be entertained by the band and choir as well. Please support our youth. Tickets at the door. Adults $10. Students $5.

Friday, May 22 - The Last Friday Coffee House with Dale Butler hosting. 7:00 p.m.

The Kingsville Folk Festival and The Bank Theatre and Meeting Place Present ANNIE & ROD CAPPS

Saturday, May 23

These two have done it all; from rock to musical theatre and while they continue to draw from a wide range of genres and influences, what comes out is a hybrid sound all their own. The following has been written about their CD, “My Blue Garden.” “With ‘My Blue Garden’, Annie and Rod Caps have proven themselves to be master gardeners in the area of Contemporary folk. All of the songs on the album are stand-outs.” -Lilli Kuzma. Tickets $20. Phone 519-997-7777 for tickets. Tickets are also available at Counter Effects at 1 Iroquois Rd., Leamington. They are also available at the door one half hour before the show begins.

THE ODD COUPLE by Neil Simon

Friday, May 29, Saturday, May 30 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 31 at 2:00 p.m.

How wonderful for The Sun Parlour Players Community Theatre to be presenting Neil Simon’s classic, THE ODD COUPLE, at The Bank Theatre and Meeting Place. This is an amateur production, but four of the actors are actually high school Drama teachers. That is as close to professional as you can get. Joel Lewsaw and John Navin play the parts of Oscar and Felix. Joel teaches Drama at Leamington District Secondary School and John teaches at Walkerville High School for the Arts in Windsor. Melinda Lewsaw and Melissa Macleod, who play the Pigeon sisters, are both qualified Drama teachers as well. Please do not assume that since you watch THE ODD COUPLE on television that you would be bored by this production. There is NOTHING like live theatre. See you there. Tickets: adults $15; students $10.

SUMMER CAMPS AT THE BANK THEATRE

DRAMA CAMP- July 6 to July 17. Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Ages 5 - 13. Family rates are available. For more information: melinda.lewsaw@publicboard.ca after April 23.

DANCE AND DRUM CAMP - July 20 - July 24. Mornings only from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Ages 8 - 10 and 11 - 13. The talented Morgan Malott will be the dance instructor (hip-hop) and Janice Founk, who started a very successful drumming club at the school where she taught, has graciously agreed to be our drumming instructor. For more information: 519-839 -4347.

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Leamington mourns loss of Rick Atkin

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a key role in the transformation of the Frank T. Sherk Complex into the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex — a project that included the installation of both Heinz and Unico arenas.

“I like to see new growth and development in the community,” Atkin said during an interview in 2012. “It took many years to develop the complex into something for such diverse usage, something that could be used by the young and old, singles and families and different ethnic backgrounds.”

Upon Atkin’s arrival in 1985, Leamington’s municipal recreation staff consisted of only two employees. In addition to the LKRC, he also made significant contributions to improvements welcomed by the municipal marina and Leamington Arts Centre. Atkin was also an active member of the Leamington Lions Club and enjoyed golfing, travelling, racket sports and raising standardbred horses.

Atkin’s first experience in the public sector came at the age of 16 as a parks and recreation department employee in Windsor. He went on to graduate from Fanshawe College in London with a diploma in recreation management. He also acquired a teaching degree at the University of Windsor, but quickly came to the realization that public service on a community-wide level was his true calling.

“I knew from an early age that I wanted to focus on people,” he explained roughly midway through his second term on council.

Atkin consistently brought issues pertaining to infrastructure and the shoreline in Southeast Leamington to the forefront during council meetings and regularly expressed

WEDNESDAYS NOW TO MAY 20 -

Family Storytime. Family Storytime is a program for families of parents with children under 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading. This program includes stories, bounces, tickles, songs, rhymes and activities at 10:30 a.m. Ages 5 years old & under and caregiver. Register online or at the library.

HELP AN ADULT LEARN ENGLISH. South Essex Community Council is currently looking for tutors for adults learning English. One afternoon or evening per week. Training/materials provided. Qualification: Fluency in English. Great for high school seniors too! Call 519-326-8629 ext. 381 or email volunteer@secc.on.ca

THURSDAY, APRIL 30Wondering how your infant, toddler or preschooler is doing?

Children First and the WindsorEssex County Health Unit are holding Promoting Early Development for newborns to age 5. Come and learn ways to promote healthy development, healthy eating, healthy teeth and healthy behaviour. 9:00 - 11:30 a.m., Queen Elizabeth Public School, Parenting & Family Literacy Centre, 4 Maxon Ave., Leamington. More info: Family Health Hotline 519-2582146 ext. 1350.

THURSDAY, APRIL 30 - WindsorEssex County Health Unit Free Clinic - Promoting Early Development for Newborns to Age 5, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m., Queen Elizabeth Public School, Parenting and Family Literacy Centre, 4

concern for the economic stability of urban Leamington’s downtown core and the capabilities of the municipality’s pollution control plant.

“He was always very outspoken on either side of a debate, whether he was in favour or opposed,” Paterson said. “At the same time, he was also very respectful of the points of view expressed by others.”

Atkin first became a Leamington councillor following the 2006 election, where he picked up 3,071 votes to rank third of 15 candidates vying for five positions. He retained his seat in 2010 by collecting 3,415 votes to finish second amid 17 councillor candidates. His third term began following last year’s election in October, where he was voted for 3,074 times to place third amid 15 councillor hopefuls.

Currently, municipal administration is working on an approach to appoint a fifth councillor. Should a by-election be held to find a replacement for Atkin, municipal legislation would require that all council positions be subject to a new vote, essentially instigating an entire election as was most recently done in the autumn of 2014. Paterson explained that this option would be the least likely to transpire.

“It’s not something we want to consider,” he said. “It would be too expensive for the people and for the candidates.”

Council would more likely appoint a new councillor

Maxon Ave. Learn ways to promote healthy development, healthy eating, healthy teeth, healthy behaviour. For more info call Family Health Hotline 519-2582146 ext. 1350.

SATURDAY, MAY 2 - Leamington Mennonite Home Ladies Auxiliary Yard and Bake Sale, 8:00 a.m.11:00 a.m., Heritage Centre, 31 Pickwick Dr. Fresh baked goods, many household items, furniture, books and more.

SATURDAY, MAY 2 - United Empire Loyalists meeting, 1:00 p.m., Church of the Epiphany, Kingsville. Info: 519-796-3393.

SUNDAY, MAY 3 - Essex-Kent Bluegrass, Oldtime and Folk Music Assoc. presents A Spring Bluegrass Music Celebration, 1:30 - 5:00 p.m. at Kingsville Lakeside Park Pavilion. FREE! FREE! FREE! Performances by Essex County Ramblers, Stay Tuned, Eddie Martin & Friends,, Close Enough, Prairie Siding & Friends and more! Info: David Blakney 519-975-2792, Bev MacAulay 519-776-8716.

TUESDAY, MAY 5 - Continuing Education Open House, from 4:0 0- 7:00 p.m. at South Essex Community Council (SECC), 215 Talbot St. E., Leamington. Community members, service providers, employers, workerseveryone welcome. Info: 519-9722711 or coned@stclaircollege.ca.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 6 - LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC , 12:30 - 7:00 p.m., Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. Bring a friend and donate. New

donors and walk-ins welcome. For info or to book an appointment go to www.blood.ca or call 1-888-2DONATE (1-888-236-6283), or get the give blood app from the App Store or Google Play.

THURSDAY, MAY 7 - Sun Parlor

Home Auxiliary Bake Sale, 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Raffle draw, refreshments in Garden View Café. Proceeds will support new Mobility Bus Campaign.

SATURDAY, MAY 9 - Leamington

Horticultural Society Annual Plant Sale, from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, Leamington United Church, 9 John St. Perennials, annuals, trees and shrubs, Trash & Treasures table, refreshments. More info: 519-3250769.

SATURDAY, MAY 9 - Kingsville

Horticultural Society Plant Sale, from 9:00 - 11:30 a.m., Lakeside Park Pavilion, 315, Queen St. S., Kingsville. Perennial, herbs, shrubs, ground cover, also some annuals, vines, trees, native plants.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 - Merlin

U.C.W. Muffin Party & Bake Sale 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. at Merlin United Church. Bake table featuring rhubarb. Everyone welcome.

FRIDAY, MAY 15 - UMEI Grade 8

Shadow Day, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Gr. 8s are invited to shadow current UMEI students to observe classes in action, meet teachers and other students, and get an idea of what life will be like at UMEI.

Lunch provided. Parents welcome to come for a tour and more information anytime between 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. RSVP to 519-326-7448 or office@umei.ca

itself, whether it be an individual who had formerly held such a position or selecting the first runner-up from the most recent election. If council were to use the latter method to make a selection, Atkin’s position would be filled by Bill Dunn, whose 2,104 votes in 2014 were 253 shy of earning a seat in council chambers.

SOUTHPOINT

The provincial, national and municipal flags fly at half mast at the Municipality of Leamington offices at 111 Erie St. North Wednesday, Apr. 22 to honour councillor Rick Atkin.

Leamington Support Centre aligning services

By Sheila McBrayne

The newly expanded Leamington Support Centre offers a one-stop venue for several community partners.

Located at 94 Talbot Street East, the office is the new location for the Leamington Youth Drop In, Habitat for Humanity South Essex office and ACCESS County Community Support Services. A ceremonial ribbon cutting and grand opening was held on Wednesday, April 22.

New Teen Drop In Centre

An anonymous donation to the Windsor Essex Community Foundation earmarked for Leamington made the planned Youth Drop In a reality. The Drop In Centre opened last week, April 20, and is expected to grow into planned activities and programs. The Drop In Centre is open 3 – 8 p.m. Monday to Friday.

The anonymous donor attended the ribbon-cutting and opening of the Drop In Centre. Michael Honey of the MHR Foundation Fund came forward to share the excitement of the opening. There are several large projects and organizations in need of donor dollars in Essex and Windsor and Honey, a resident of Leamington, said the donation was a way to give to his community. “That’s part of the draw to support the lesser known projects – what might be getting missed out there after the big ticket items,” he explained. Honey established the MRH Foundation Fund to support philanthropic goals of the Honey Family in Leamington and area.

Habitat For Humanity South Essex office

The grand opening was also a welcome to Habitat For Humanity South Essex office. Mike Van der Vlist, Executive Director of Habitat For Humanity Windsor Essex reminded those in attendance that Leamington is the exact place where the Windsor-Essex Affiliate began over 20 years ago. “Habitat for Humanity is excited in our partnership with ACCESS, and the welcome that we have received from the municipalities of South Essex” added Van der Vlist, Executive Director, HFHWE. “This expansion marks day one of a sustainable South Essex Build Program.”

The South Essex office will staff a part-time Community Liaison who will be able to answer all questions related Habitat for Humanity’s Affordable Homeownership Program, as well as to recruit volunteers and sub committees for our Leamington Build project – scheduled to break ground in September, 2016. “There will also be a ReStore no later than April of 2016,” confirmed Van der Vlist. No location has been released for the ReStore.

Habitat For Humanity Canada’s Executive Director Mark Rogers was also present for the opening of the Leamington office of Habitat For Humanity Windsor Essex.

Leamington Support Centre opens

An oversized pair of scissors were used to cut the ribbon and officially open the

day, April 22, which houses ACCESS County Community

ington Youth Drop In Centre. From left to right are Mark Rogers, Habitat For Humanity Canada’s Executive Director; Mary Margaret Parent, Board Chair of Habitat For Humanity Windsor Essex; Jenna Foley, Executive Director of Access County Community Support Services; Lisa Kolody, Executive Director Windsor Essex Community Foundation; and Jeanine Lassaline-Berglund, Leamington Economic Development Officer.

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ACCESS County Community Services

“ACCESS is thrilled to build on its tradition of providing support and services for youth in Essex County,” stated Jenna Foley, Executive Director of Access County Community Support Services. The Leamington Support Centre, which is being opened thanks in part to a grant from the Windsor Essex Community Foundation, will host a youth drop-in each weeknight. Young people will have a safe place to interact with their peers and adult mentors and be able to access computers for homework and job searching. Additionally, in partnership with agencies like Habitat for Humanity, the Centre will provide referrals and access to a wide range of community services for residents of all ages.

TOM GIGNAC

Leamington Support Centre on Wednes-

Services, Habitat For Humanity South Essex office and the Leam-

TV characters gone too soon

Well if you were not living under a rock last Thursday night, you probably heard that Grey’s Anatomy killed off Dr. Derek Shepherd in a tear jerking episode that sent millions of middle-aged women into a tizzy.

Dr. Shepherd, or McDreamy as he was affectionately known by female fans, was played by Patrick Dempsey and was considered such a major character that it caught everyone by surprise.

Following in the footsteps of castmates George, Izzy, Denny and McSteamy, among others, Shepherd bought the farm after getting t-boned by a semi after stopping at an accident to save four people.

It got me to thinking about a couple of things:

1. How realistic is it that one workplace could lose so many people?

2. What other TV deaths took people by surprise and shocked them so much?

Another major character death that shocked me as a kid was that of James Evans on Good Times. The family patriarch was there at the end of the third season and at the beginning of the fourth he was gone, without warning, turning one of the funniest shows on TV into a very sad thing if only for a few minutes. The show was never the same after that in my opinion.

I remember Edith Bunker’s death like it was yesterday. Archie was devastated and it also changed the course of his new show, Archie Bunker’s Place.

I’m sensing a pattern here. Lots of funny shows losing characters.

To answer the first question, it’s not realistic for one workplace to lose that many people over the course of 10 years, but it is television drama. I suppose at some point, people will look back and say the show ‘jumped the shark’ when they killed off Shepherd.

How about Dan Conner’s death on Roseanne? We didn’t see that coming.

Or John Ritter’s real death on the set of 8 Simple Rules. They took that sudden shocking death and actually killed off the character to match. And I truly believe there weren’t many comedic actors better than Ritter at eliciting a laugh.

As for the second question, the first death I remember on a favourite TV show was the off-camera death of Colonel Henry Blake on MASH.

Actor McLean Stevenson was leaving the show and therefore his character was leaving the MASH unit to fly back to the States. Producers could have left it like that, but chose to take the comedy into a different direction. We all watched Blake’s chopper lift off with him waving goodbye but nobody expected Radar to announce that he was later shot down and Blake was dead as the shows closing credits began to roll.

Prior to those aforementioned character deaths in the seventies, I don’t recall TV sitcoms killing anyone off. Certainly soap operas were killing people off almost daily but it was very unheard of for a popular network nighttime show to kill a character.

I’m sure McDreamy’s death last week will rank right up there with the best of them.

I’m also sure it’s not the last major character on a popular series to die suddenly, so hold on to your favourites. You never know when they’ll be gone in a flash.

The heat is definitely on

Well, it feels like summer has arrived early this year. Not that I really have anything to compare it to since we have yet to be here for each of the 12 months. It is warm. Although there is a slight breeze in our home, the main room AC has stopped working so the air seems very stale. I’ll just sit at my computer and sweat, telling myself it’s a good detox.

This past weekend we nearly had some visitors from home. Five gentlemen happened to be staying in Abaco, which is a nearby island if you have a plane and that they did. Through emails, since our phones were down, we connected and made plans for them to fly over here on Saturday afternoon. After doing a fly-by right on time, they decided to land on the larger airstrip on Big Whale Cay. The airstrip on Big Whale is on the far end of the island. We typically arranged with Harry, a friend from there, to pick up and deliver our visitors to the dock where we could slip over and pick them up by boat. Everything that could possibly go wrong happened.

asking about the plane that was supposed to have landed on Little Whale Cay because the pilot had not closed his flight plan. I told the woman on the other end that they were safely landed and promised to pass on the information and request for him to close his plan.

Harry’s vehicle was not only broken down, he was sitting next to us on Little Whale Cay enjoying the barbecued burgers we’d made for the crew. Andrew, the only other inhabitant on Big Whale at the moment with a functioning vehicle, had just passed in his boat on his way to go fishing. AND Cruz had already left here to go to Chub Cay with our boat, the same one we’d have used to pick them up at the dock –the dock that was 7 miles from the airstrip they’d landed on! Needless to say when they sent us a text announcing they’d arrived, we texted back explaining our dilemma. This is island life!

Soon they took off and did a nice fly-by as they headed back up north, promising to try a visit again some other day.

The excitement didn’t end there. Later in the day a plane with two people including the pilot landed on our strip. This low-winged Piper was a beautiful plane with the four back seats placed facing each other with swivel capabilities. Very executive-like!

Mark toured them around the island and then delivered them to the marina where a boat was waiting to escort them to Bond’s Cay for a night’s stay.

Later that same day, after a refreshing dip in the pool, I headed up to the Main House to pick up some food from the big walk-in cooler for our dinner. Just as I reached there I heard the phone ringing. As soon as I got to it the call disconnected, but immediately the phone rang again and I answered. On the other end of the line was a representative from Executive Flight Support in Nassau. They were

As soon as I arrived back to our own home, our phone was ringing and this time the caller was someone higher up in the flight world. This person was also searching for the M.I.A. pilot. This was at least four hours after he’d landed. She very urgently gave me five phone numbers for the pilot to call and close his flight plan immediately. I assured that I would do this. She explained that meanwhile as the plane was safely grounded here she would call off the search and rescue.

We promptly tried to contact Steve on Bonds Cay. There was no cell. Thankfully, Cruz had returned from fishing and he agreed to head over there in the little boat to personally deliver the message. On his return he told us that the man from the United States said, “They don’t have to do that in the States!” I think that he may have his facts wrong because I can’t imagine any pilot not opening and closing a flight plan properly.

Although a little climatic, I was silently relieved to know that the search and rescue team was so quickly sent out. But I was perhaps a little concerned that we hadn’t seen hide nor hair of them, as they did not fly over Little Whale Cay. Wouldn’t it make sense that the first place they’d look was the place they were headed to?

We greeted Monday morning bright and early after a wonderful evening with our two guests from home. We were so tired the previous night that we opted for an easy and quick meal of tuna mac and cheese and a Caesar salad. A little bit of ‘red hot’ on top and a nice glass of red wine made it the perfect Sunday night delight!

We have a charter group coming the first week of June right after my girlfriend getaway so now I am busy organizing ahead. We are ordering an ice machine to ensure that we can keep their fishing and boating excursion coolers filled with ice and cool beverages. The icemaker will be

MARK RIBBLE Rib’s Ramblings

Police charge two impaired drivers

In the first incident, Leamington OPP were conducting regular patrols at approx. 1 a.m. on Apr. 26. An officer stopped a van with two male occupants on Ivan St. near Erie St. N. The driver exhibited signs of impairment and was administered a roadside screening, which he failed. A 33-yearold Leamington man was

charged with exceeding 80 mg of Blood Alcohol. The other incident also occurred on April 26 at about 6 p.m. OPP received a call regarding an erratic driver on Oak St. E. Officers located the vehicle in the 400 block of Oak St. E. The male driver showed signs of impairment and was arrested at the scene. Further

information revealed that he was on conditions from a previous criminal charge not to consume alcohol.

A 27-year-old Leamington man was charged with exceeding 80 mg of Blood Alcohol Content, impaired operation of a motor vehicle, and failure to comply with and undertaking.

The travelling pen

I pick up a pen wherever I go. If they have free pens, then I make sure to scoop one (or three). I used to feel kinda guilty, but then I rationalized it with the theory that businesses pay good money to have these pens printed for the purpose of putting their names out there – I’m just helping them do that. And let me tell you, my pens sure do travel.

I scooped up a Security One pen (ironic, and quite bold of me now that I think about that one…) at the recent Leamington Home & Garden Show. This was when I realized how far pens travel. On any given day my camera bag can have between ten and zero pens in it. I’m amazed at how quickly they come and go. And I guarantee that the pen selection is never the same.

Today I have seven pens – Fletcher’s Cleaners (Picked it (and several others) up at Trivia Night); M. D. Bennie Public School (It’s a nice wooden pen given as a thank you for reading at Literacy Day); Hewlett-Packard (This one came from the travelling sales guy who sells and picks up our giant ink toners for the large printer from Kerr Norton); Erie Glen Manor Retirement Residence (I must have scooped it while taking a picture); INK by Dri Mark (I have no idea where this pen came from, but I do like it and I’ve had it for a while); Federal Economic Development Agency For Southern Ontario (Ahh, these are the best – government pens! I feel somehow ‘owed’ these pens…). And lastly, I have a Chatham-Kent Crime Stoppers pen. This one I did not take, it was given to me (honest – the whole anonymous tips thing is kinda scarey). I don’t think I’d feel safe ‘taking’ a Crime Stoppers pen.

I also carry a good old-fashioned Dixon Classmate pencil. No, I’m not doing crosswords in my spare time, this is for when it’s raining out and I need to take notes. If you ever find yourself having to write in the rain, a pencil out-performs a pen on soggy paper. I think that’s why golf courses use pencils.

The heat is definitely on

(Continued from Page 4) down near the dock in our water maker room so we can also bag and sell ice to fishermen. A bag of ice sells for $10 here, so a little bit of extra chunk change for our shop will be nice.

I am also ordering personalized water bottles that will have our island logo on them. Each guest will receive a bottle and can use it to refill with water or their favourite beverage. I want to ban all plastic water bottles from the island. Not only are they a nightmare for our garbage, a case of plain old bottled water can cost up to $30 in the islands. I can purchase lots of reusable ones for that price and each guest will be able to have one to take home with them at the end of their visit.

Our water fountains are coming along well. I will send you updated photos or put them on our website as soon as I am able to get my new water lily sprouting. Until then we will try to stay cool. We’re sending some warm breezes up north so all of you will soon enjoy getting outside into your gardens too.

Remembering Leamington Councillor Rick Atkin

Leamington is blessed with a particularly good municipal council. Since their election they have demonstrated progressiveness, fiscal prudence and attention to detail in their deliberations. Those qualities, combined with respect for their talented staff and for the process of governing are the hallmarks of a good government. There is no doubt that they will continue to do good work.

That said, their number is sadly diminished by the unexpected, sudden death of my friend, Councillor Rick Atkin. All who knew Rick are reeling from the blow of his passing, and only time will ease the pain of our loss.

From his first arrival in Leamington as the Director of Recreation, Rick demonstrated that he was equal parts hard-working visionary and talented volunteer. From our beautiful marina park to the efficient organization of recreational opportunities in our municipality, the touch of Rick’s clearheaded focus and appreciation of the values that make

life in Leamington better is apparent.

Many who retire fade into oblivion. Not Rick. He was involved in many, many positive activities because he loved our town and wanted to contribute to the entire municipality. That is why he was eventually persuaded to offer himself to serve on municipal council — not for ego, but rather as an extension of his desire to contribute to the many positives living in Leamington offers. What good fortune for us! Rick was consistently thoughtful, positive about the future, and thorough in

his thinking.

BILL CHAPLIN

Just my thoughts...

Yes, Rick will be replaced on council, and yes, Leamington will continue to soldier on. But this municipality has lost a wonderful man and we are less for his loss. For all of us who knew him, it will take a long, long time to recover from the death of our small-town hero.

SHEILA McBRAYNE

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Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

The Leamington and District Chamber of Commerce held its 79th Annual General Meeting Wednesday, Apr. 22 at the Rhine Danube Club. During the agenda, the group established its 2015-16 board of directors, from whom it will select a president, vice-president and secretary/treasurer to one-year terms. From left to right, the board consists of Renee Daudlin Iacobelli (Insight Advantage), John Barnett (Investment Planning Counsel), John Hammond (Municipality of Leamington), David Campbell (past president, Leamington Tomato Festival), Corey Robertson (Security ONE Alarms), Donna LaPointe (Leamington Area Family Health Team), Wendy Parsons (Chamber general manager), Barb Towns (Windsor Family Credit Union and new Chamber president), Mona Anthony (certified financial planner), Arlene Sinasac (Blackburn Radio), Karne O’Marra (Switzer Carty Transportation) and Brian Cornies (Speedprint). (SUN Photo)

Leamington 1st annual Flock Fest landing at Rec Complex

Warden injured, but fine

Essex County Warden Tom Bain found himself hospitalized last week after breaking four ribs, a bone in his back and shattering his collar bone.

Bain was jogging one of his horses when a strap broke and sent the cart and its rider for a tumble. Bain stated he would be back in his political seat within a week, but may take longer to return to his sulky seat.

The first ever Leamington Flock Fest is slated to take place on Saturday, May 2 at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex gymnasium from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community members are invited to enjoy performances by local artists and students and participate in free activities.

Organizer Irena Vucajnk has issued a call for birdhouses and a feather creation in any material and technique, not larger than 2’ x 2’. Prizes will be awarded, sponsored by various businesses. Awards will be provided for the best birdhouse, the most creative birdhouse design, the most innovative use of the materials at the birdhouse build, the most colourful feather, and many others.

Guests will be able to participate at fun and free art workshops creating the feathers that will be used to create the most colourful bird. Participants can paint the birdhouses, which are being built by the local students and craftsmen.

The Leamington Flock Fest is the first annual spring celebration of creativity that grows the flock of young and young-at-heart, while fostering a sense of community among Leamington residents and visitors.

Library hosting Community Open House

Leamington Library is one of 14 Essex County libraries that will be hosting a Community Open House on Thursday, May 7 from 5:008:00 p.m.

All community members and organizations are invited to the library to meet the friendly staff, explore the resources available, and enjoy some free refreshments and giveaways.

The open house is the kick-off to the refreshed Essex County Library logo with new publicity materials and commitment focused on “Connecting Communities”.

The Essex County Library would also like hear your ideas on how to work together to support and better our communities!

The Leamington Branch is located at 1 John Street, Leamington.

Saving the Monarch one butterfly at a time

Special to the Southpoint Sun by Carol Wilson

Last spring, after hearing that there was to be no Monarch migration from Point Pelee, my 10-year-old great-grandson Mike Laliberte and I decided we had to try and do something about this devastation taking place right before our eyes.

First we needed information in words that everyone could understand. We went online and chose a book called “How to Raise Monarch Butterflies: A Step-by-Step Guide for Kids”. I bought close to 50 of these books over the next month, and kept then in my car and handed them out whenever, wherever, someone showed interest in my Monarch earrings. In the doctor’s office or restaurant, when someone said, “Oh, I love your earrings,” I would ask them if they knew what was happening to the Monarchs and they would end up taking home a copy of the book.

Mike and I followed the book to the T. He became the egg collector; main reason because he can see them. At 78, me, I don’t see so good. Within about 10 days he had found a total of 29 eggs and/or larvae. We followed the book and within 28-34 days we had raised and released 29 healthy Monarch butterflies. We had 100 percent success. In the wild, only one in 100 eggs turn into a butterfly.

I must say, we were very proud of ourselves. The biggest thrill of my life was the first week of August when my 2-year-old great-granddaughter Zoe McLister came to Wheatley from Timmins to visit me for the first time. As we were all hugging and crying, Mike came in the house yelling, “Gramma, our first chrysalis is starting to split!” Sure enough, as I held Zoe on my lap we all watched in awe, and two hours later she released our first Monarch. She said she was sending it up to the sky to her ‘Meme’ (her other great-grandmother who had recently passed away). What a wonderful day that was. What are the chances of my dear Zoe and that beautiful Monarch arriving in my house at the same time?

Mike and I felt so rewarded by what we were able to do on our very first try that we are getting ready to welcome the Monarchs, which hopefully will arrive in Wheatley in about six weeks.

As of right now, the Monarchs from Mexico, where they wintered, have been seen in Arkansas where their journey is about to end. They will now lay their eggs and die, but those babies will somehow find their way here. The beautiful bright orange creatures are now, after eight months and thousands of miles, a dull brown with tattered wings, but they have done their job. Now it’s time for us to do ours.

Carol Wilson and great-granddaughter Zoe McLister releasing the first of 29 Monarch butterflies that Carol and great-grandson Mike Laliberte, both of Wheatley, hand-raised.

Mike Laliberte releasing a Monarch butterfly that he tagged. This one later returned and laid eggs, which were raised and released again.

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, avoid making a mistake you may regret later. Difficulties are expected with any situation, but you have to rise above and exhibit grace under pressure.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, address a situation that concerns you so it does not become a major misunderstanding. Others share your concerns, but they might be waiting for someone else to speak up.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, now might be a great time to present a new image. Someone you want to get to know better will respond to the changes you make in a positive way.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

Ask questions and you will likely get all the right answers, Cancer. Trust your intuition to fill in the blanks and rely on the people you look to for advice to guide you in the right direction.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, enjoy activities and challenges that enable you to use your talents and skills fully. Stick to relationships with positive people and you will be just fine.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, don't let someone pressure you into doing something you don't want to do. Be prepared to face a few challenges, the most important of which might be figuring out your love life.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23

Listen and observe what everyone is doing this week, Libra. Once you have a clear image you can take the appropriate action to achieve all of your goals.

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SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, the people you interact with this week will teach you some valuable lessons. Your gut instinct will lead you in the right direction, but it's up to you to take action.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, consider what made you happy in the past and work toward achieving that happiness again. Things will fall into place if you are honest with yourself.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20

Do your best to sort through any strong emotions, Capricorn. Remember, you cannot have happy days all the time, but you can learn from the challenging ones.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18

Take on a new challenge or hobby to meet new people, Aquarius. Entertaining friends and their mutual friends will open up new possibilities.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, trust your intuition regarding matters of the heart. Love is in the stars, and you should look for that special person.

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Aphria co-founder talks about medical marijuana to at Chamber AGM

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Cacciavillani noted that with all the regulation changes the government imposed between 2001 and 2014, a feasible business plan based on the medical marijuana industry would have been difficult to establish. Last year, the government implemented an overhaul on such legislation — a decision that prompted Cacciavillani and fellow co-founder John Cervini to move forward with the formation of Aphria.

Today, about 40,000 Canadians use legally grown and distributed medical marijuana, a number the federal government expects to increase tenfold by the year 2024 and to about 60,000 by the end of this year. Cacciavillani expects the patient total to hit 400,000 within five years. With Aphria and 16 other licensed producers across the country, medical marijuana is a $150 million industry, as projected by the government — using the status quo, that number is expected to increase to $1.4 billion.

Currently, the nation’s 17 legal producers or “LPs” can only harvest dry-bud marijuana and cannot change its value to incorporate it into cookies, chocolate bars or other edible products. If producers were permitted to extract the plants’ natural oils, medications could be offered in a capsule form — a moment Cacciavillani doesn’t expect to arrive any time soon.

With Leamington’s standing as Canada’s second-warmest climate, geographic location further south than 13 U.S. states and status as being home to the largest concentration of greenhouses in North America, Cacciavillani and Cervini saw their own municipality as the ideal location for the new business.

“Leamington is the mecca of the greenhouse industry in North America,” Cacciavillani stated. “There are people in Leamington all the time from all over the world looking at what we’re doing… and we are leveraging that very much so at Aphria.”

The new medical marijuana facility occupies half an acre of the CF Group property, which has been family owned and operated since 1953. CF Group includes seven independent companies and 10 acres of greenhouse operations that has grown bedding plants for nearly 50 years.

“We know how to grow and it doesn’t matter what we grow, we know how to scale it,” said Cacciavillani, who also serves as the Leamington District Memorial Hospital’s financial committee chairperson, cochair of fundraising at Erie Shores Hospice and represents the Police Services Board, Ontario Greenhouse Alliance and Agriculture Institute of Ontario. “We aren’t the largest LP in Canada, but we are the largest producer of medical marijuana in Canada.”

Permission for Aphria to build came from Health Canada in January of 2014. By March, a license was acquired under the new set of rules — known as MNPR — to prove the facility was capable of growing the plant. By August 2014,

Aphria was granted the license to harvest its crops. From March to August of last year, all crops had to be destroyed. The license for the company to cultivate and sell medical marijuana was obtained on Nov. 26 of 2014.

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(medical marijuana) really misunderstood. Unfortunately, marijuana still has this stigma that we, as part of the new culture of marijuana, are battling against. I’m here to tell you there are a lot of good things about marijuana.”

Today, Aphria delivers prescriptions to the homes of more than 700 patients by Canada Post or Purolator — U.S.-based carriers are not permitted to deliver medical marijuana. Patients receiving Aphria deliveries hail from as far as New Brunswick to Vancouver.

Between acquiring the first two licenses, Aphria recruited another local representative, Vic Neufeld — then from Jamison Vitamins. Neufeld serves as the company’s president, chief executive officer and director. Soon afterwards, Aphria went public by being registered with the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX).

Cacciavillani explained that with Neufeld and chief scientific officer Gary Leong on board, the company garnered experience on both ends of the business — agricultural and pharmaceutical.

Each crop must be tested for the presence of moulds, heavy metals, pesticide residue and other contaminants — a process that Cacciavillani described as familiar to the facility after years of the same testing for more traditional greenhouse plants.

As medical marijuana is more effective for some patients than others, Cacciavillani noted that it is difficult to prescribe in specific dosages like other medications available at public pharmacies. For that reason, many doctors are hesitant to offer a prescription of medical marijuana to patients. Clinics have been established to release prescriptions to licensed patients, but can only do so after receiving a referral by a physician. Currently, the closest clinic is in London, although Cac-

ciavillani hopes to see one opened in Windsor.

Studies to validate medical marijuana are being scheduled at the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre for a short-term, 50-patient observational study and at Apollo Applied Research Pain Clinic in Toronto for a three-year, 1,000 patient observational study. Aphria has tried to establish a partnership with the Greenhouse and Vegetable Crops Research Centre in Harrow — a facility that has teamed up with CF Group in other agricultural endeavors — but the government-operated site will not participate in medical marijuana research.

“We’ve had a lot of pushbacks, but the barriers are starting to come down,” Cacciavillani explained.

Aphria, which operates independently of CF Group as a renter of a small segment of its property, will soon expand its footprint to a full-acre operation and is taking on a $1 millionexpansion with greenhouse renovations under way. An additional $4 million expansion in late 2016 or early 2017 will double production on an estimated space of 2.5 acres and bring employee

numbers from the current 22 to about 50. Cacciavillani noted that the average fruit/vegetable operation employs about two workers per acre while the manuallyintense medical marijuana industry employs about 20 per acre.

Aphria is one of three LPs in Canada that utilizes greenhouses instead of warehouses or ‘boxes’ — the other two are Morican in Simcoe and most recently, Tweeds in the Niagara region. The latter, one of the nation’s biggest companies in the industry, tried unsuccessfully to purchase Aphria. Currently, Aphria injects $20 million into the local economy each year.

For more information on Aphria Medical Marijuana, visit the website www.aphria.com or call 1-844-4274742.

Following the presentation, Cacciavillani — previously honoured with a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal — was presented with a donation of $50 to Juvenile Diabetes and another $50 to the Erie Shores Hospice by Leamington and District Chamber of Commerce general manager Wendy Parsons.

Minister vows better natural gas access for growers

By Bryan Jessop

Ontario’s provincial government is indicating that relief is in sight for businesses, industry and consumers without reliable access to natural gas.

Minister of Economic Development, Employment and Infrastructure Brad Duguid paid a visit to Leamington on the morning of Friday, Apr. 24 to announce his government’s intentions of expanding natural gas access in underserviced regions through a $200 million Natural Gas Access Loan and a $30 million Natural Gas Economic Develop-

ment Grant. Following a tour of the Enns Plant Farm on County Road 14 between Highway 77 at the Albuna Townline, Duguid addressed a crowd of gatherers in one of the facility’s greenhouses.

“It really does come down to competitiveness,” Duguid said. “It’s also important to our agriculture industry right across the province as well — it’s a very important competitive advantage for those farmers who can gain access to natural gas. It’s important to rate payers too.”

The minister declared that the government will now begin the process of implementing programs to expand natural gas access, the first being the $200 million loan program. The province will consult with municipalities and the Ontario Energy Board to make infrastructure improvements necessary to expand natural gas availability. The OEG will work alongside Union Gas and Enbridge to make expansion programs more flexible so that they can “fill in the gaps” pertaining to service where it is most needed.

The $30 million grant program, Duguid explained, will meet economic opportunities such as those in Leamington — where natural gas shortages often present industry and business with challenges in efforts to remain cost effective.

“There are some communities like this that with access to natural gas, it puts them on much more competitive economic footing and gives their businesses and communities access to a much more affordable energy source,” Duguid

noted.

Enns pointed out that in years past, his family’s business was forced to shut down its own natural gas services because of shortages an average of about once every few years. In the past year, his greenhouses have had to do without natural gas eight times, in part because of demands relating to a harsh, cold winter. Relying on back-up energy sources such as electricity to provide greenhouses with sufficient heat, Enns explained, increases related costs by 30 to 300 per cent. Natural gas has been the main source of heat at Enns Plant Farm for more than the past quarter century.

Bill & Deb Manshande along with Jake & Mary Friesen would like to announce the upcoming wedding of their children Sarah & Joe, taking place on May 9th, 2015. Congratulations! We love you both!

A memorial service for GEORGE HENRY BUCKRELL will take place on Sunday, May 3, 2015 at the Ruthven Olinda United Church, 1907 Queen Blvd, Ruthven from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Following the service, there will be a time of visitation and refreshments from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m., also at the Ruthven Olinda United Church. We invite all

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“Natural gas and natural gas infrastructure are of key importance to myself, to my own farm, but also to the entire greenhouse sector,” Enns said.

Enns’ grandfather Peter Enns began farming in the area in the 1940s. At the time, the operation was made up of one small greenhouse intended to grow plants for traditional field farming. Steve’s father Kenneth went on to expand the greenhouse side of the family’s business.

Today, the farm rests on 36 acres that produces 7.5 million pounds of tomatoes and six million cucumbers every year. One of the advancements at the local business includes the replacement of coal with natural gas, making Duguid’s announcement of particular interest to Enns and other greenhouse farmers in the Leamington area.

The local greenhouse operation’s dependence on natural gas as the key source of heat is not unique to the industry.

Opa and Jarrod Schiefer

CARD OF THANKS

The family of the late Rita Grubb wishes to express sincere appreciation for those many acts of kindness, messages of sympathy, flowers and donations. We especially want to thank those who visited us at the funeral home and accompanied us to the graveside. A heartfelt thank you to the staff at Franklin Gardens for their care and concern. We extend a special thank you to the Peachland Rebecca Lodge for the beautiful service they held in mom's honour. We also wish to thank Rev. Liz Chaplain, Reid Funeral Home staff, and Bobbie Gail Beneteau & Jodi Grubb for their tributes, Kitchen Table and The Matriarch. The Grubb and Brandner Family

Seth and Micah Beaupré, sons of Josh & Melanie Beaupré of St. Catharines, would like to announce the safe arrival of their cousin - Rogue Lynn Wolf - born April 18th at LDMH to Aunt Sandy and Uncle Joe Wolf. Can't wait to see you! Love you already!

IN MEMORIAM

In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather,

W I N D S O R who passed away April 27, 2011

So many loving memories are in our hearts today

As we recall the many joys that you brought our way. And every thought becomes a wish that you were still here today.

Sadly missed and always remembered by wife Joy & family

“The majority of greenhouse farmers depend on natural gas to heat their greenhouses and maintain a productive crop,” said Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers energy and environment coordinator Dr. Justine Taylor. “The greenhouse sector would not be the Ontario success story that it is without reliable, cost-effective access to natural gas.”

Duguid noted that the consultation process preceding actual infrastructure improvements will take an estimated six months. During that time, the province will establish what guidelines will be used to determine which regions will benefit from the two projects. He went on to say that until then, it remains unknown whether needs beyond economic development will be addressed.

“I would think that economic development opportunity will be a priority, but there may well be other areas that we look at as well,” announced Duguid, who noted that Ontario’s greenhouse operations combine for a $4 billion contribution to the province’s economy. “We want to make sure that as we invest these dollars, we’re putting them where they’re going to matter most — in communities that are going to see the maximum amount of economic opportunity develop and in communities that need expansion the most. We want to be careful that we’re not investing hard-earned taxpayers dollars in a program that’s going to help Union Gas and Enbridge do what they would do on their own in the first place.”

Among those attending Friday’s announcement was Leamington mayor John Paterson, who is uncertain but hopeful that the programs could be beneficial to industry within the municipality.

“There’s a lot more detail to it than what we were given today,” he said. “We don’t really know how it’s going to affect Leamington per se or even for our industries, but I’m hopeful. It’s a sign that the government has heard not just the greenhouse guys and the other manufacturers down here, but the municipality as well, saying that we need more utility. We need more gas, we need more hydro, and those were a lot of the comments that I pulled out of what was said today — so I’m very positive, very supportive.”

Third generation grower at Enns Plant Farms Steve Enns (far left) offers a tour of his family’s County Road 14 facilities to Ontario Minister of Economic Development, Employment and Infrastructure Brad Duguid and Leamington mayor John Paterson Friday, Apr. 24. The tour preceded an announcement by Duguid on his government’s intentions to expand natural gas availability to underserviced regions of the province through a $200 million Natural Gas Access Loan and a $30 million Natural Gas Economic Development Grant. (SUN Photo)

Brian G. Bodimeade

Brian G. Bodimeade, passed away peacefully at Leamington District Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 in the comfort of his family at the age of 78.

Loving husband of Margaret (nee Morris), late Muriel Bodimeade (2002). Loving father of Mandy Brown (Dave Stevens), Karen Bodimeade and Barry Sproule (Elizabeth). Caring “Grand Dad” of Dustin Brown (Agnes), Jamie-Lee Brown (Steve), Taylor Bodimeade, Janissa Johnston, Patrick Bodimeade and Allan Sproule. Great-“Grand Dad” of Devin, Justine, Elise, Olivia, Isaiah, Avery, Rowynne, Xavier, Jordyn and Christian. Survived by his sister Evelyn Benson of Halifax, England, and many nieces and nephews of England, Germany, Canada and U.S.A.

Brian served in the Middlesex Regiment in England and was a proud member of the Royal Canadian Slovak Legion Branch 129 in Thunder Bay, Ontario, where he acted as a flag bearer for many years.

Following Brian’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell St., Leamington (519-3262631).

Memorial donations may be made in Brian’s name to the Canadian Diabetes Association.

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

OBITUARY

Eileen Bradley

Eileen Bradley (Duncan), 87 years, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 26, 2015 at Windsor Regional Hospital, Ouellette Campus.

Cougar Robotics in top 15 at FIRST Robotics competition

By Hannah Iacobelli

After many months of fundraising, designing, building, programming and testing their robot, the Cardinal Carter Cougar Robotics competed for a second year in a row in the Windsor-Essex Great Lakes Regional FIRST Robotics competition, the largest in Canada, held on April 2-4 in Windsor.

Despite working with a very modest budget and competing against 48 teams from as far as California, Cougar Robotics took a very impressive 13th place.

another as they stacked totes and recycling cans to obtain as many points as possible.

The Cougar Robotic was built to be able to stack 4 totes and a recycling can on top.

The FIRST Robotics initiative provides the opportunity and encouragement to high school students interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math to develop their skills and gain real life experience in all aspects of robotics.

the region will in turn result in the development of a more highly-skilled workforce.

Continuing education open house

St. Clair College Continuing Education is holding an Open House in Leamington to discuss the planning and delivery of Continuing Education courses and programs that would be of interest to residents of South Essex. Community members, service providers, employers, workers and all interested parties are invited to attend.

The Open House will be held on Tuesday, May 5 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at South Essex Community Council (SECC), 215 Talbot St. E., Leamington.

For more information contact St. Clair College Continuing Education at 519-972-2711 or email coned@stclaircollege.ca

Beloved wife of the late Joe Bradley (1988). Dear mother of Julia Armstrong (Lloyd), Joey Bradley (Josie), Harry Bradley (Dixie), Maureen Carder (Carmen), Amy Bradley (David Ropchan). Loving grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 17 greatgrandchildren. Dear sister of Marlene Ross and sisterin-law of Larry Bradley (Louise). Predeceased by sisters Donelda Jarrell, Dorothy Armstrong, Marjorie Dresser and brother Ronald Duncan. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews.

Eileen was devoted to the family farm. She loved reading and getting together with her family and friends, especially over a good lunch.

Visiting is at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington on Thursday, April 30, 2015 from 10 a.m. until time of the Memorial Service to celebrate Eileen’s life at 11 a.m. Interment Albuna Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the charity of your choice.

Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

This year’s competition called Recycle Rush saw robotics competing against one

According to event officials, students who compete in robotics are twice as likely to attend university to study in these areas.

Encouraging robotics in

Building robotics and competing is an endeavor requiring Cougar Robotics to rely heavily on sponsors. This year’s sponsors were Argosy Foundation, Union Gas, St. Clair College, SolidWorks, Uni-Fab, AlphaKOR, Gillett Sheet Metal, Southpoint Industrial Supply, Imaginative Group, Liquid Capital MidWest Corp., Insight Advantage and Custom Concepts Machining.

As the team prepares for

the next competition, they will be seeking additional sponsors. If you are interested in supporting the team, they can be contacted at cougarrobotics4932@gmail.com or 519-818-8027.

Cougar Robotics team, from left to right: Jackson Klassen, Hannah Iacobelli, Brayden Etue, Union Gas sponsor Mary Lynn Lister Santavy, and Carter Hayes in front.

Inducted into Essex County Ag Hall of Fame

Abram (Abe) Driedger of Leamington was one of four people inducted into the Essex County Agricultural Hall of Fame at a ceremony held on Thursday, April 2 at the Harrow Agricultural Exhibition Hall. The other inductees were the late Leonard Chauvin, the late Douglas McLellan McBeth, and Fred Pook.

Mr. Driedger was born in Manitoba in 1928. The family moved to Pelee Island when Driedger was one year old, and then to Wheatley when he was 7.

Driedger has farmed all his life on Mersea Road 7 with his wife Helga and four children. The farm is now operated by the second and third generation of Driedgers – Abe’s son Dennis, and Dennis’ son Jesse, who is a recent graduate of Ridgetown College.

Mr. Driedger was a director of the Essex County Federation of Agriculture (ECFA), a position he held from 1984 until 2002 when he became a provincial director. While on the ECFA, Driedger served on the Environmental Committee, Landfill Committee, Membership Committee and the Agricultural Land Use Committee. He was also a representative for ERCA, held membership on the Windsor-Essex Waste Management Committee and was Landfill Director. Driedger was instrumental as a member on the Landfill Committee, which introduced recycling pickup in Essex County.

Mr. Driedger is community-minded and served on the building committees for the Wheatley Arena and UMEI Christian High School. He is a member of the Leamington Goodfellows and a supporter of the Foodgrains Bank, and has been active in his local church, the schools, sports teams and other community groups.

“This is a most humbling experience,” said Mr. Driedger. He said that it has been a privilege to be a voice for local farmers for so many years.

“Through my experience I know most of the county and the people in it… to this day,” said Driedger. “I still believe we have the best.”

Driedger has also been the recipient of other awards which include the Confederation of Canada Service to the Community Award and the 125th Anniversary Medal in Canada.

Local ladies celebrate Polka King’s birthday

Ilene Derbyshire, of Leamington, and her friend Bonnie Dawson, of Wheatley, recently enjoyed a trip to West Lorne to celebrate the birthday of Canada’s Polka King, Walter Ostanek, who turned 80 on April 20. Ilene and Bonnie thoroughly enjoyed a buffet dinner and a performance by Walter and his band.

The evening carried on a tradition started by Ilene’s parents, Ray and Alva Collard, who along with Ilene and her husband Arnold met Walter for the first time at Dresden Arena in 1978.

Ilene and friends have also travelled to Marineland in Niagara Falls where Walter and his band have played during the summer for 30 years.

Walter Ostanek, known as Canada’s Polka King, has received 13 Grammy nominations and won 3. He was appointed Member of the Order of Canada in 1999, and was inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame in 2001.

Watoto Children’s Choir to perform

The Watoto Childen’s Choir will be performing “Oh What Love” on Wednesday, May 6 at 7:00 p.m. at Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Church, 108 Mersea Rd. 3, Leamington. Through this dynamic worship experience, the Watoto Children’s Choir, who were once orphans, share their journeys to redemption and demonstrate that God desires to be a loving father to all mankind.

Since 1994, Watoto Children’s Choirs have travelled all over the world sharing the plight of Africa’s orphaned and vulnerable. Each of the children in the choir has suffered the loss of one or both of their parents but they have been rescued and now live in a Watoto village.

In 1994, Watoto Church founded Watoto Child Care Ministries, an international holistic care program that was initiated as a response to the overwhelming number of orphaned and vulnerable children and women in Uganda. It is positioned to rescue an individual, raise each one as a leader in their chosen sphere of life so that they in turn will rebuild their nation.

The model involves physical care, medical intervention including HIV/AIDS treatment, education - formal and vocational, counseling and emotional well being as well as moral and spiritual discipleship.

Since 1994, the Watoto Children’s Choir has toured the world annually as advocates for the 18 million African children currently orphaned by AIDS. ‘Concerts of Hope’ are held in churches, community halls, schools and other venues globally.

The Soli Deo Gloria Singers together with the UMEI concert choir will be performing their upcoming concert entitled “Foretaste of Glory” at UMEI Christian High School, 614 Rd. 6, west of Hwy 77, north of Leamington, on Saturday, May 2 at 7:30 p.m. and at Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. E. in Leamington on Sunday, May 3 at 3:00 p.m.

The word “glory” finds its way into our stories and conversations in various ways. When we think of glory as great praise, honour or distinction, we can speak of a young athlete’s pursuit of fame and glory on the ice rink or sports field. If the word reminds us of resplendent beauty or magnificence, we may visualize a glorious sunrise, a majestic mountain range or be listening to the cheerful song of a robin on a spring morning. We may use the word to indicate absolute happiness and contentment when we suggest that someone is “in her glory” when engaged in a favourite pastime. We may speak of the “glory days” when once mighty, now fallen empires were at their peak of greatness or when once great hockey teams “think Maple Leafs” were winning championships.

Because the word “glory” points to distinction, acclaim and honour, it has been used to name a Carnival Cruise Line ship, a sculpture, a motion picture about the US civil war, a song immortalizing Martin Luther King, Jr., a novel, a satellite (which failed to reach orbit) and even a professional wrestler.

In a religious context, “glory” is used to describe the majesty and greatness of God. One may also understand glory as the splendour and bliss of heaven. In the sense, the songwriter pens that familiar line: “Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine. O what a foretaste of glory divine.”

A large repertoire of sacred music reflects both the glory of God and the glory of heaven. The Soli Deo Gloria Singers hope to give concert-goers a foretaste of that glory at their spring

concert, which opens with the contemporary Norwegian composer Ola Gjeilo’s composition Ubi Caritas, and urges us to “revere and love the living God”. Further glory to God is echoed in Stephen Paulus’ Pilgrim’s Hymn and the familiar “Allelujah’s” of Ralph Vaughan Williams powerful anthem, Sine Nomine. A yearning of the glory of heaven is heard in pieces like To the New Jerusalem (I’m on my journey home), a John Coates’ arrangement of Nearer My God to Thee and Mack Wilber’s Bound for the Promised Land.

The UMEI concert choir will join the Soli Deo Gloria Singers for four numbers, including the rousing closing song of encouragement from the Tanzanian tradition, Jenga Iman Yako.

Tickets are available in advance at Mennonite Savings and Credit Union, UMEI and from choir members, and will also be available at the door. For more info call UMEI during school hours at 519-3267448 for more info.

Soli Deo Gloria Singers Soli Deo Gloria Singers to present spring concert

Abe Driedger was recently inducted into the Essex County Agricultural Hall of Fame. A ceremony was held Apr. 2 in Harrow.

Leamington District Secondary School’s senior badminton team has had a banner year. Twelve of their team members qualified all the way from the County Championships through to WECSSAA and then on to SWOSSAA where all 7 teams placed in the top 6 at SWOSSAA, held April 21 at the Sherk Complex.

Only 16 students from the SWOSSAA area will represent the region at OFSAA Badminton, April 30 to May 2 at the Atos Markham Pan Am/Parapan Am Centre. This will be the venue for all badminton, table tennis and water polo events this summer during the 2015 Pan Am Games.

Six of SWOSSAA’s 16 qualifiers this year will come from LDSS. These kids are really putting the school on the map for badminton.

SWOSSAA Team Champions

Trella Garcia - 5th ladies singles.

Monitha Leng - 2nd ladies doubles.

Dany Meng - 2nd ladies doubles.

Krystal Lee - 4th mixed doubles.

Agatha Driedger - 2nd mixed doubles.

Matt Warkentin - 3rd men’s singles.

Kevin Bui - 4th men’s doubles.

Cameron Adams - 2nd men’s doubles.

Nick Jraige - 2nd men’s doubles.

DJ Wales - 4th men’s doubles.

Frank Driedger - 2nd men’s doubles.

Josh Bluhm - 4th mixed doubles.

Rhine Danube bowling scores

The following are the Rhine Danube bowling league scores for April 13. Games Over 200: John Paliwoda 203, Willy Fittler 212, Shaun Leclair 225, Jack Valade 254, Kevin Kosempel 280, Heinz Kosempel 223-221, Chris Kosempel 227-225202, Alex Smith 202, Aaron Dickau 213-215, Eric Zimmer 204, Albert Salvati 234, Mauro Paglione 215.

Series Over 550: Gary Garnham 558, Jack Valade 646, Kevin Kosempel 657, Heinz Kosempel 625, Chris Kosempel 654, Aaron Dickau 585, Albert Salvati 555, Mauro Paglione 565, Dan Dalimonte 576.

High Handicap Game: Kevin Kosempel 321, Shaun Leclair 292, Jack Valade 290. High Handicap Series: Kevin Kosempel 780, Jack Valade 754, Shaun Leclair 748.

OFSAA Qualifiers

Frank Driedger: County mixed champion, WECSSAA mixed champion, 2nd SWOSSAA mixed, OFSAA qualifier;

Dany Meng: 2nd County, WECSSAA and SWOSSAA ladies doubles, OFSAA qualifier.

Cameron Adams: 2nd County, WECSSAA and SWOSSAA men’s doubles, OFSAA qualifier.

Monitha Leng: 2nd County, WECSSAA and SWOSSAA ladies doubles, OFSAA qualifier.

Agatha Driedger: County mixed champion, WECSSAA mixed champion, 2nd SWOSSAA mixed, OFSAA qualifier.

Nick Jraige: 2nd County, WECSSAA and SWOSSAA men’s doubles, OFSAA qualifier.

The LDSS badminton team’s OFSAA qualifiers with SWOSSA team plaque, from left to right: Frank Driedger, Dany Meng, Cameron Adams, Monitha Leng. Agatha Driedger. Absent from photo: Nick Jraige.

LDSS SWOSSAA team badminton champions, front row, left to right: Trella Garcia, Monitha Leng, Dany Meng, Krystal Lee, Agatha Driedger, coach Bobbie Hansen. Back row: Matt Warkentin, Kevin Bui, Cameron Adams, Nick Jraige, DJ Wales, Frank Driedger, Josh Bluhm. Absent from photo: coach Sanjey Patel.

Heinz league celebrates 40 years

Every Monday night, the Heinz ladies golf league has enjoyed a 9-hole round of golf at Erie Shores Golf Course. Pictured here Barb Hoflick, left and Shirley Armstrong, right, two of the founding members enjoy the opening banquet on Monday, April 27. The league starts on Monday, May 4 with approximately 40 golfers registered for the season.

(SUN Photo)

ES senior men’s golf league starts new season

The senior golf league at Erie Shores in Leamington will open its 2015 season on Monday, May 4 at 9 a.m.

This past Monday, Apr. 27, twenty-six golfers braved the cold weather for a fun day as a pre warm-up to the season. Sixteen members and 10 guests came out. The cold didn’t bother some of the golfers as they showed mid-season form.

Low gross for the day was Neil Reimer with a nifty 74, followed closely by Ken Steingart at 75. Neil was low on the front 9 with an even par 35, while Ken shot a 38 on the back 9. Honorable mentions go to Herb Grundner who had a 40 on the front 9 for a round of 85. Dave Wilkinson also came in with an 85.

Birdies for the day: Gary Alderson had a birdie 3 on the par 4 12th hole, John Rutgers had birdies on #4 and #9, Larry Roberts birdied #14 and #16, Neil Reimer birdied #9, Carl Young birdied #12, Ken Luxford finished the birdie parade with one on #16. All senior golfers, members or guests can sign up at the pro shop or call Ken Luxford at 519-325-0308.

RECREATION EVENTS RECREATION EVENTS

Hours for Spring/Summer: Now until September 6th.

• Monday – Friday 6:00 am – 9:00 pm • Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Bring along a Friend to the Sherk Complex! We have a great line-up: over 50 Fitness classes per week and 5 Certified Personal Trainers who will assess you and put you on a personalized routine. Personal Training sessions for one meeting /or package priced sessions make a great gift idea for Graduates, Mother’s Day & Fathers Day! Personal Trainers and Nutrition and Wellness Coaches can totally help you Re-shape your Goals!

BIRTHDAY PARTIES! Swimming, Skating, Gym, or Kindernastics Birthday Parties with Pizza for the entire gang! Your house will stay clean, and the KIDS LOVE ALL THE FUN of a Complex Activity Party!

Upcoming P.A. Day from School – Friday, June 5th – register the kids for: Day Camp - ages 4 – 12 years

Red Cross Babysitter Training Course - ages 11 – 15 years Home Alone Training Course - ages 9 – 13 years

Blood Donor Clinic - Wednesday May 6, 2015 from 12:30 - 7:00 p.m. Call 1-888-2-Donate. Complex Gym.

The Spring Shape-up Special - 3 months for $115 + HST available till May 31. Come join your friends in the weightroom, in the pool, or at all the Complex assorted fitness classes.

Student Summer Membership Special for full time Secondary, College, University students. Welcome Home for the Summer! See you at the Complex!

• 4 months for $115 + HST available April 1 - May 31.

• 2 months for $ 75 + HST available April 1- July 2.

Restore Metabolism Class – 4 consecutive Fridays from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. starting May 8 to May

29. Fee: $53 + HST led by Helen Peters. Learn which healthy foods you’re sensitive to and which foods are causing you to actually gain weight. Find out which healthy foods will help you to curb cravings and help you sleep better and have more energy. Register now.

Red Cross Training Provider - offering First Aid and AED certification for individuals or Corporate bookings. Health Track Class - If you or anyone you know is dealing with any health concerns, this monitored program is ideal! The certified kinesiologist offers support & structure to help you control health symptoms and to deal with side effects. Many people report great success after taking part in the Sherk Complex Health Track program.

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Stanley Cup playoffs, Round 1.5

Whether they’re fond or not so fond, most of us have lingering memories of our first jobs. That moment where an allowance was replaced by a paycheque was the first of several steps toward independence for many tweenagers.

My first two jobs (I honestly can’t remember which one came first) were “pedaling” ice cream bars via the Dicky Dee bike and corn detasseling. In a way, they were the ideal first two jobs to have — one taught the employee to work independently and the other to function as part of a team. The former also taught a person that certain roads, while feeling more or less flat when traveling in a car, were actually very much uphill or downhill — depending of course on which direction you were going.

It’s kind of hard to believe one of my first two jobs involved sales. I hate to admit it, but I learned how to pocket a few more dollars by bending the rules. At the time, my own little corner of Wheatley — Pier Road — was not on the route. I ventured that far south regardless, as I learned that it was a sales hotspot. All the residences were on the west side of the road at the time (perhaps the reason why it wasn’t on the route), but it was one of the town’s most distraction-free regions. That swinging bar full of bells was all anyone could hear — no other noises to compete with save for a few barking dogs. Sans intersections, it was also one of the safest streets and all the parents knew it. If you didn’t live on Pier Road, you didn’t drive on it. As a dead end street, it wasn’t going to offer you a shortcut to anywhere. Omstead Drive had signage making it known that soliciting of any sort was forbidden, but those rec league baseball games were gold mines. It was simply a matter of parking the bike and letting the dollar bills (there was no such thing as a “loonie” back then) march on over, especially on a sweltering, cloudless day.

The corn detasseling job did far less to challenge my less-than-impressive math skills, but wasn’t without its pitfalls. Unlike Dicky Dee, the corn detasseling gig ran a few consecutive summers for me. Remember the drought of 1988 and the flood of 1989? I certainly do. The former brought along with it a dry, dusty heat that at times challenged your will to live while the latter felt like working in the Royal River from that scene in Stand By Me where the boys take a “shortcut” en route to their destination (minus the leaches). One field was a massive, unending mud pit we dubbed “Sloppy Joe.” In a heartbeat, it’d take the shoe or boot of anyone unwise enough to walk without keeping his/her feet and ankles positioned at a ridiculous upward angle.

The worst part of corn detasseling wasn’t always the weather. It was sometimes the lollygaggers who the faster workers would have to “bail out” when we/they got to the end of our respective rows. We felt cheated, like we were doing a lot more work for the same $4.25/ hr. I was never the fastest kid out there, but I usually moved at a respectable enough clip to have to bail out at least one slowpoke per “round.”

This year’s Stanley Cup conference quarterfinals kind of remind me of corn detasseling. Nobody’s wearing garbage bags over their shirts or making up ridiculous songs to pass the time, but the similarities are there. The Western Conference of course is made up of the overachievers. Eastern Conference teams are the one’s doggin’ it, the ‘workers’ in serious need of “bailing out.” Yup, all four advancing teams in the West had found a dancing partner for the conference semis before ANYONE in the East knew who they’d battle in Round 2. Essentially, the Rangers were left standing around shouting “get on with it already!” to their Metro-Atlantic cohorts.

That’s why my second round predictions are going to have to be cut in half this year (deadlines and such).

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Anaheim vs. Calgary — I guess I was being far too optimistic in giving the Jets two victories in the first round. To say they couldn’t get their Ducks in a row would be a profound understatement. Watching the Flames give the Pacific’s biggest post-season underachievers (Vancouver) the heave-ho in six wasn’t much of a surprise either. I don’t like Calgary, but I’d MUCH rather see them have a shot at the Clarence S. Campbell Bowl than the team named after the worst sports film in history. Still, I can’t see it happen. Alas, the Ducks appear a lot less reliant on luck than I had anticipated. Corey Perry will no doubt have Calgary’s undivided attention, but that doesn’t mean he’s going to be stopped. Anaheim in five. Chicago vs. Minnesota — Hey, two cities where residents who know that “would you rather walk to work in -40ºC or -40ºF temperatures?” is a trick question. It’s also cool to see the Wild face an old Norris Division rival for the second straight series. They should wear their old North Stars jerseys, just for the heck of it. I admire Minnesota — it’s fans for being as dedicated to the game as many Canadians and the team for a reasonable amount of depth. I might even go so far as to predict they’ll be this year’s Cinderella team, despite some pretty formidable firepower coming from the Blackhawks. Even though the Blues are to the playoffs what the Leafs are to the regular season, there’s some momentum to work with when dispatching of the conference’s secondhighest ranking team. Minnesota in seven. Unless the Wings/Bolts and Caps/Isles somehow make their respective series best-of-11s (they can’t, but Washington has been in some pretty lengthy overtime sessions), I’ll offer my Eastern semis picks next week... promising that I’ll wrap things up before the Rangers vs. ? and Habs vs. ? match ups actually begin.

BRYAN JESSOP

Jessop’s Journal

14U girls take silver at U of M volleyball tournament

The Velocity 14U girls volleyball team saved their best for last as they headed to the University of Michigan Tournament on April 18. For the first time this season, Velocity went on a 6/0 run during pool play, knocking off Team Detroit 25/16, 25/13, Team Atomic 25/12, 25/16, and finally Great Lakes Volleyball Club 25/20, 25/19.

With their 6 and 0 record, Velocity was in first place heading into crossover playoffs where they would face Arsenal VBC.

Velocity has been working hard at practice and it showed, they stormed out of the gates taking the first set 25/22, catching the Arsenal team off guard. Full of energy and confidence, the Velocity girls also took the second set 25/19, sending them to the Gold Division Finals for the first time this season.

Head coach Morgan DeMers described it as a bonding moment for the team. “That is the best I have seen them play all year. They really bonded as a team this weekend and it shows in the results,” said DeMers, who plays Women’s Varsity Volleyball with the St. Clair Saints.

In the gold medal finals, Velocity came out ready to play and take on Michigan Elite. The Velocity girls had great energy but ultimately lost in 2 straight by scores of 18/25, 19/25.

The full team effort on the day saw Macy Hodgson lead the day with 17 kills, 4 blocks and 16 service aces. Soleil Klassen had 13 kills, 1 block and 10 service aces, while setter and team captain Iseonna Silliker provided 35 assists and 13 service aces. Noted contributions were also made by Payten Cervini with 12 kills and 10 service aces, Lexi Resendes with 10 kills and 5 service aces while Ray-Ann DeMers, Jessica Weil and Maple Kumar (Kingsville) had a total of 9 kills, 5 service aces and 17 digs.

This was the final indoor tournament for the Velocity 14U Girls. The end of season banquet is May 9 at Empire Lanes and Jose’s Leamington where individual and team awards will be handed out for the 2014-2015 season.

Flyers hold annual wind-up banquet

By C. Scott Holland

A near capacity crowd was on hand for the Leamington Flyers annual wind-up banquet at the Portuguese Club on Friday night, Apr. 24, where many of the team’s players were honored. Family members, friends, volunteers, staff and fans saluted the young men who formed the 2014-15 Leamington Jr. B Flyers.

President Abe Fehr began the night by thanking the many volunteers who aid the club’s operation on game night and beyond, and then handed out the Volunteer of the Year award to John Hammond who has been the club’s announcer for 20-plus seasons as well a former board member.

Kicking off the team awards, the “retiring” players – those who will be overage next season and no longer eligible to play – were called up individually and presented with their jerseys. Ryan Shipley, Tyler Duarte, Ryan Muzzin, Kyle Quick and Chris Scott were all toasted for their abilities by head coach Tony Piroski.

As for the individual awards, Piroski stated, “I’m not a big fan of these things simply because any one of six or seven of our players could deserve to win any one of these awards.”

The Leading Scorer was handed to Chris Scott who finished with a total of 54 points.

The Regular Season MVP was split between Chris Scott and Kyle Quick, while the Playoff MVP was shared by captain Mitch Amante and Nathan Opblinger.

The Most Gentlemanly award went to Cale Phibbs and the Unsung Hero was bestowed upon Tyler Duarte.

When it came time for the Defenseman of the Year honor, Piroski told the large audience, “We were blessed with good defense.” That fact alone made the decision difficult, but Jacob McGhee was given the trophy.

Another hard one to hand out was the club’s Rookie of the Year which was garnered by Zak Parlette.

The final award was for the Hardest Working Player. “This player is a good player at multiple positions… Next season we might have to try him out as a goalie,” joked Piroski. Leamington native JP Grineau won the coveted award.

The coaching and training staffs were recognized and then each individual player was feted with anecdotes as they accepted their team pictures.

At the conclusion of the night there was no doubt left in everyone’s mind that the Flyers organization and its owners are among the most highly respected and regarded in all of Ontario. The drive for a third Western Conference championship and perhaps a Sutherland Cup bid continues as the team looks to fill several vacancies. During the first weekend in May the team will hold their spring mini-camp to start that process.

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Velocity 14U girls volleyball team won silver in the Gold Division at University of Michigan Tournament. Team members are, front left to right: Soleil Klassen, Ray-Ann DeMers, Maple Kumar, Iseonna Silliker. Back row: Jim Konrad (club director), Lexi Resendes, Macy Hodgson, Payten Cervini, Jessica Weil, Morgan DeMers (head coach).

Flyers accomplishments 2014-2015

By C. Scott Holland

Just how good were the 2014-2015 Leamington Jr. B Flyers?

Well, to put it in perspective the team, as well as several members, set new team and league records during the course of the season.

As a team, one of the highlights was a consecutive steak of 22 home-ice wins, which set a team record and tied a league one. Furthermore, the Flyers suffered only one home-ice loss in 24 games, thus making 23 their most home-ice wins in any one Jr. B season. During the 22 game streak they also set a team mark for most consecutive home games with points won. In an October 9, 2014 contest with Strathroy they set a new high of scoring 6 goals in the third period and their 38 wins was the second most next to the 44 the franchise amassed

The Churches of Leamington and District Welcome You

ANGLICAN

St. John The Evangelist

60 Erie St. N., Leamington 519-326-3111

Sunday Worship Services

8:30 & 10:30 am

St. Mary’s Church

East West Road, Pelee Island

1st & 3rd Sundays from June to September at 10 am

Calvary Church

North Shore Road, Pelee Island 1st & 3rd Sundays from October to May at 10 am

BAPTIST

First Baptist Church

3 Fox Street, Leamington 519-326-4372

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Heritage Baptist Church

555 Talbot St. W., Wheatley

519-300-1400 Pastor Francisco Penner

Sunday 11 am & 7 pm, Wed 7 pm

Wheatley Baptist Church 47 Talbot St. E.., Wheatley 519-825-7433 Pastor Richard Smith

Sunday School 9:00 am Worship 10:30 am

CONGREGATIONALIST

Faith Everlasting Congregational Church

589 Hwy 77, Leamington 519-322-2994

Sunday Worship 11 am L

220 Erie St. N., Leamington 519-322-1644

Saturday Services: Bible Study 9:30 am Worship 11:00 am

LUTHERAN

St. Paul’s LutheranEvangelical Church 311 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-3966

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am (Eng)

in 1998-1999.

Individual players set league records as well. Captain Mitchell Amante tabbed three shorthanded goals versus Chatham on October 12, 2014. No one before him has ever notched that many in one contest.

Goalies Trevor Wheaton and Michael Barrett both assaulted the record book, too.

Wheaton now holds the team and league record for best career playoff games goals against average (1.43), the best career playoff save percentage with a .951 mark and has tied the record for most playoff shutouts with 4.

Meanwhile Barrett now ranks second in best career playoff gaa (1.61), best career playoff save percentage and single-season playoff gaa (1.61).

To show just how excellent Leamington’s netminding has been, the 2014-2015 team now holds the second fewest goals allowed in a Jr. B season with 130. The record of 120 was set in 2013-2014.

Wheaton also has the lowest career regular season gaa of 2.33.

Chris Scott set a record for most career playoff games played with 49, and Mitch Amante is now tied with former Flyer Jason Baclig for most career playoff points (42). Amante has amassed 18 career power play goals as well to set a new record in that department.

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MENNONITE

Faith Mennonite Church

269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-6391

Sunday Worship Services 10:50 am (Summer 10 am)

Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Mission Church 1408 Deer Run Rd, Leamington 519-326-9734

Sunday Worship Services 9:15 am (German), 10:45 am (English)

Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Church 108 Mersea Rd 3, Leamington 519-322-9915

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Leamington United Mennonite Church 78 Oak Street East, Leamington 519-326-2727

Sunday Worship 9:45 am

Summer Worship Services 10:00 am

Meadow Brook Fellowship 219 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-326-3605

1 Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 am

North Leamington United Mennonite Church 625 Mersea Rd 6, Leamington 519-326-7928

Sunday Worship 10:00 am

South Point Community Church 475 Bevel Line Road, Leamington 519-322-1858

Sunday Gatherings 10:30 am

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Iglesia La Buena Semilla 269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-733-0342

Sunday Worship 6:30 pm

Leamington District Memorial Hospital

194 Talbot St. W., Leamington 519-326-2373, Chaplain’s Office ext. 4443

PENTECOSTAL

FGT Family Church

285 Talbot St. E., Leamington Free bus rides available 519-322-2316

Service Sunday 9:15 am & 11 am am

Leamington Christian Centre

98 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-322-1504

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

English/Spanish 6:30 pm

Templo Christiano De Leamington

39 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-325-9654

Sunday Worship Services 3 pm

Mount Zion Full TabernacleGospel

6 Mill Street, Leamington 519-252-0031

Sunday Worship 7:30 pm

United Pentecostal Church

312 Erie St. St., Leamington 519-326-7056

Sunday Worship Services 11 am

PRESBYTERIAN

Knox Presbyterian Church

58 Erie St. S., Leamington 519-326-4541

www.knox-leamington.com

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

ROMAN CATHOLIC

St. Michael’s Parish

29 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

NO MASSES FROM JULY 14 TFN

St. Joseph’s Church

310 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

Saturday Mass: 5 pm (English)

Sunday Masses: 7:30 am (English)

9 am (Italian, English) 10:30 am (English)

12 Noon (Portuguese)

3 pm (Spanish), 7 pm (English)

St. Anthony’s Parish (Maronite Rite)

280 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-322-2282

Sunday Masses 9:30 & 11 am (Lebanese, English)

SALVATION ARMY

The Salvation Army Citadel

88 Setterington Street

Leamington 519-326-4901

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

Leamington United Church

9 John Street, Leamington 519-326-9461

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

Mersea United Church 1301 Mersea Road 8, Wheatley 519-825-4157

Sunday Worship Services 9:30 am

Unitarian Universalist Church of Olinda 2953 Olinda Sideroad, Ruthven 519-326-4352

Sunday Service 10:30 am

Leamington Half Century Centre, Apr. 20: North/South - 1st Vi Major and Al Morrison, 2nd Marie Ellwood and Dorothy McGregor, 3rd Jeanne Manners and Shirley Plant. East/West - 1st Roy Trowell and Henry Hildebrandt, 2nd Mame Nicholson and Dave Derbyshire, 3rd Bob Branton and Frank Duransky. Bridge games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members welcome.

Kingsville Bridge Club, Apr. 22: North/South - 1st Dorothy McGregor and Frank Duransky, 2nd Chris Brennan and Bill Chaplin, 3rd Jack Warmenhoven and Bob Branton. East/West - 1st Eileen Edwards and Sue Duransky, 2nd Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 3rd Sally Bell and Bob Bell. Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m. Info: 519-738-4939.

Harrow Bridge Club, Apr. 23: North/South - 1st Pat Rivait and Cathy Mitchell, 2nd Jeanne Manners and Shirley Plant, 3rd Marie Ellwood and Vi Major. East/West - 1st Ann Pacoe and Jane Gollmer, 2nd (tie) Jan Cooper and Freida Birch, Cathy Comiskey and Isubelle Higginbottom, 3rd Joyce Stewart and Buddy Ellwood. Bridge is every Thursday at Harrowood, 7 p.m.

Golden Years mini golf

Eighty-four over 36 holes by 53 golfers reflected an overall strong performance by the Golden Years Golf League on April 23.

Leading the ace parade on this day was Bill Ward with 5, followed closely with 4 by Laurie Hylton, Bill Mayville, Bob McWilliam, Henny Schieven, Barry Sweet and Bill Taylor. Three dropped for Cam Keith, Al Rutter, Perpetua Hildrop and Steve Vigh. Chipping in with 2 apiece were Jim Allan, Murray Cascadden, Pete Daudlin, Cathy Dewhurst, Tony Hudvagner,

Tom Hyatt, Eva Kah, Gail Johnson, Julia Kos, Barb Murphy, Andy Orsini and Gerrit Vriesen. Rounding out the day with 1 each were Mike Binder, Herb Ascott, Caroline Ascott, Eunice Cascadden, Ethel Ferguson, Norbert Gisi, Lois Hudvagner, Floyd Johnson, Duane MacIntosh, Colleen Pearse, Mavis Rutter, George Schieven, Morley Scratch, Al Stockwell, Art Sweet, Rose Taylor and Linda Walsh.

Bill Ward continued his strong performance recording a 15 for 9 holes, 33 for

18 and 68 for 36 holes. Barry Sweet notched a 16 for 9 holes, followed by Julia Kos, Tom Hyatt, Moe Scratch, Norbert Gisi, Bill Mayville, Gail Johnson, Bill Ward and Laurie Hylton with 17.

Registering 35 for 18 holes were Tom Hyatt, Barry Sweet and Bill Ward, with Andy Orsini, Moe Scratch and Barry Sweet each shooting 36. Norbert Gisi, Linda Walsh, Bill Mayville and Al Stockwell shot 37. Chipping in with 38 were Jim Allan, Bob McWilliam and Laurie Hylton with 2.

Over 36 holes, Barry Sweet managed 71 and Tom Hyatt 74, Andy Orsini, Bob McWilliam and Al Stockwell 77. Bill Mayville, and Laurie Hylton carded a 76. Rounding out the scoring with 78 were Bill Taylor and Jim Allan.

Bragging rights and first place was garnered by Team Queens with 233 (Barry Sweet, Duane McIntosh, Cam Keith). Second place went to Team Aces (Andy Orsini, Murray Cascadden, Bill Taylor, Lloyd Honey). Third and final spot with 238 went to Team 14 (Colleen Pearse, Eva Kah, Bill Ward).

Play continues on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. The year-end banquet is scheduled for immediately after golf on May 14. If you are planning to attend, be sure to sign the sheet next week.

Minor hockey hosts awards banquet

The location was slightly different, but the objective was the same.

The Southpoint Minor Hockey Association hosted its annual awards banquet Saturday, Apr. 25 at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex gymnasium, a slight departure from the Heinz Arena floor that has hosted the event for the past several years. The venue change came after Leamington Fire Services determined that the arena floor did not offer suitable fire exits for a crowd exceeding 400 people.

The association’s vice president Greg Dries again served as emcee while the volunteer group of about 16 hockey moms decorated, made arrangements and provided the pre-ceremony pasta dinner.

“It worked out really well,” said Dries. “The sound system was much better and it was a nicer atmosphere. The hockey moms decorated the place beautifully and the displays from Thiessen’s Flowers were great. It looked sharp.”

Southpoint Minor Hockey would have had to find a new location for its banquet even if the local fire department had approved of the rink floor. This year, ice is scheduled to remain at Heinz Arena until the end of May.

The official season-ending banquet again drew hundreds of players, coaches, trainers, managers, SMHA board members and parents. This year’s awards were announced as follows:

Southpoint Stars (Girls)

• Most Sportsmanlike — Ava Hildebrandt, Adrian Gualtieri, Mackenzie Church, Taylor MacDougall, Allison Chopchik, Bryanna Roderigues, Hailey Cruickshank;

• Most Improved — Brooke DaCosta, Kendra Epp, Krysten Garrant, Jenn Fehr, Erin Lauzon, Darrigan Chambers, Grace Bennett;

• Most Dedicated —

The intermediate players creed award for 2014-15 was awarded to Lea Marshall (centre). The award was one of several announced during the Southpoint Minor Hockey Association’s annual awards banquet, held Saturday, Apr. 25 at the Leaming-

Shannon Harris, Courtney Jeffery, Kate Derbyshire, Joline Driedger, Alyee Church, Natalie Edmonson, Taylor Taouil;

• Minor Hockey Player of the Year — Connie Wiebe (interlock), Abbey Resendes (travel);

• Top All Around Forward — Alyssa Lamb (interlock), Bailey Brown (travel);

• Top All Around Defense — Morgan Amicone

(interlock), Abbey Hopper (travel);

• Top All Around Goalie — Shayna Augustine (interlock), Hana LeClaire (travel);

• Player’s Creed — Evan Gualtieri (atom), Alexa Taylor (peewee), Brienne Mastronardi (bantam), Lea Marshall (intermediate), Sarah Schincariol (travel);

• Keith Lindsay Coaching (Continued on page 19)

The Keith Lindsay coaching staff of the year award went to the Southpoint Stars coaches Greg Dries, Kelly Dries, Dave Augustine and Shelley Beleutz. The award was presented during the Southpoint Minor Hockey Association’s annual awards banquet, held Saturday, Apr. 25 at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex main court.

Dante Butera was awarded with local league player of the year honours during the Southpoint Minor Hockey Association’s annual awards banquet, held Saturday, Apr. 25 at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex main court. Presenting the award are Kevin Ford (left) and Dave Augustine.

Luciano Pannunzio accepts the Ken Epp Trainer of the Year award during the Southpoint Minor Hockey Association’s annual awards banquet, held Saturday, Apr. 25 at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex main court.

ton Kinsmen Recreation Complex main court.

20th Annual Pro/Am Golf Tournament at Erie Shores May 2

Spring is here and golf season is finally underway. This year marks the 20th Annual Edition of the Erie Shores Spring Pro/Am hosted at Erie Shores Golf & Country Club on Saturday, May 2 at 11 a.m. and we can’t think of a better way to kick off the golfing season!

In this exciting format, three amateur golfers pair up with one golf professional to compete for the low team prize. The low gross professional will take home the first place prize.

The support and participation of local golf professionals is one of the most important aspects of the Pro Am. Some of the areas most well known professionals will be participating this year: Bob Panisik, a member of both the Essex County Sports Hall of Fame and Canadian Golf Hall of Game Member; Alex McIntyre, Director of Golf at Essex Golf & Country Club and PGA of Ontario President, grew up playing Erie Shores and will be returning to play the event this season; Rick Schmidtgall, Director of Golf at Pointe West Golf Club played all of his junior golf at Erie Shores; Ryan Hughes, Director of Golf at Beach Grove Golf & Country Club; Matt Cole, former Canadian Tour professional and longtime local golf instructor; Kevin Corriveau, long time PGA of Canada member affiliated with St. Clair College; Randy McQueen, Head Professional at Roseland Golf & Curling Club; Jeff Delorenzi, CPGA of Canada Professional at Tecumseh Golf; Ryan Peltier, Head Professional at Erie Shores Golf & Country Club.

We also have to recognize some past winners of

this event from out of town that return to this event; Jim Farrelly “The Man”, General Manager and Head Professional at Guelph Lakes Golf & Country Club. Jim won the Ontario CPGA Professional event held at Erie Shores 21 years ago; Jeremy Jefferies winner and in the money every year he returns. Troy Kirkwood plays like the famous Joe Kirkwood (partner of Walter Hagen), world famous. It’s always great to have Troy with us, classy name, classy guy.

Let us not forget that winning team that comes every year from Wheatley - Terry Pugh, Mike Reynaert and Wes Wright along with teaching Professional Derek Beaulieu, former tournament winner. Wow! That’s why this tournament is so popular - lots of great golfers with talent.

Without the support of all the professionals, the event would not be able to be such a success! Any event is only as good as the people organizing it. The time and effort that goes into this event is relative to the huge success the tournament has become. Special thanks goes out to Darell Langille. Mr. Langille created and organized the first Pro/Am 20 years ago to promote the professional and amateur fellowship.

He has had a part in this great event for 20 years and without his dedication and commitment, the event would not be able to be as successful as it is. Recognition also goes to Ryan Peltier and the professional staff at the Erie Shores Golf Shop for all their hard work putting the event together. Jim Heyens at Southpoint Sun for helping promote the event. Thanks to Mike Toth, golf course superintendent, for dedication

and the countless hours spent manicuring our great course. Mike keeps Erie Shores Golf & Country Club in as good of shape as any course around.

The coup de grace to make all tournaments a complete success is to have a meal to satisfy golfers’ hunger before and after 18 holes of competition. For that Erie Shores is very fortunate to have The Flamingo Restaurant and the Triferis family, Bill, Stacey, Julie, Greg and staff serve up a delicious lunch and dinner and just do a tremendous job satisfying everyone’s appetite and needs.

When it comes to setting up check-in tables, handing out score cards and information, there are many members that give their time and expertise for this Pro/Am event, both from the ladies and men’s division. This also adds a special touch of professionalism for golfers checking in. Checking the tote board and being welcomed to a day of competition at friendly Erie Shores, the ladies division welcomers include, Gale Brown, Anne Badz and Diana Jones. And from the men’s division Don Mensch, Don Chalcraft and Orest Hrynewich. Thank you to these special members.

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Minor hockey hosts awards banquet

(Continued from page 17)

Staff of the Year — Greg and Kelly Dries, Dave Augustine and Shelley Beleutz.

Southpoint Capitals (Travel)

• Most Sportsmanlike — Aliya Price, Kaleb Jardim, Ryan Goyeau, Massimo West, Alex Jadischke, Reece Hyatt, Tanner Granger, Noah Nassif, Josh Toews;

• Most Improved — Andrew Marchand, Jack Thomas, Lucas Penner, Cassius Pannunzio, Noel Hodgson, Alex Jones, Joseph Alfano, Brett Enns, Jared Hillier;

• Most Dedicated — Cameron Arquette, Tyler Franklin, Hunter Morris, Lucas Ingratta, Adam Zylstra, Seth Stacey, Andrew Collier, Evan Mastronardi, Connor Ribble;

• Minor Hockey Player of the Year — Matthew Taylor;

• Top All Around Forward — Jak Thiessen;

• Top All Around Defense — Evan Mastronardi;

• Top All Around Goalie — Aiden Brown;

• Player’s Creed — Cameron Arquette (novice), Cole Vaillancourt (atom), Eric Tavares (peewee), Tristan Edmonson (bantam), Brett Enns (midget major);

• Coaching Staff of the Year — Steve Peters, Brennan Gomer, Deny Beresh, Tyler Clark, Nick Bigley. Southpoint Capitals (Local League)

• Most Sportsmanlike — Emma Weil, Carter Matthews, Lucas Neufeld, Braedan Shaggat, Owen Lindsay, Brock Siddall, Andrew Demante, Owen Deneau;

• Most Improved — Kaylie MacInnis, Adam Krueger, Brian Friesen, Jared Pickard, James Dillon, Donnie Pardo, James Sonoski, Cole Parent;

• Most Dedicated — Adrianna West, Corrigan Heinrichs, Abel Tiechrob, Cameron Martineau, Jackson Robinson, Tyler Blake, Logan Lafaive, Caiden Fuller;

• Minor Hockey Player of the Year — Dante Butera;

• Top All Around Forward — Aiden Roderigues;

• Top All Around Defense — Josh Thibodeau;

• Top All Around Goalie — Tyler Dibbley;

• Player’s Creed — Alessia West (novice), Lucas Neufeld (atom), Jared Pickard (peewee), Joep VanGellicum (bantam), Dante Dimilo (midget);

Coaching Staff of the Year — Dave Dimilo, Deiba Wigle, Paul Spano, Danny Farias.

Southpoint Minor Hockey Awards

• Ken Epp Memorial Award (trainer of the year) — Luciano Pannunzio;

• Referee of the Year — Jesse Fast;

• Ewold Dobetsberger (level ½) Referee of the Year — Dante Dimilo;

• Timekeeper of the Year — Shayna Augustine;

• Mrs. Pep Volunteer of the Year Award — Jaclynn Arquette;

• Mr. Hockey Board Member of the Year — Dave Augustine.

Dries noted that evidence of positive results stemming from SMHA’s development program has been one of the highlights of the 2014-15 season. The realignment of introductory mite-novice teams and their practice/game schedules has made a difference, Dries said.

“We had two teams of six-year-olds and they’ve been winning, competitive,” he noted.

At the same time, the four- and five-year-old mites con-

South Buxton race season kicks off

By Mike Bennett

The green flag waves on the 2015 stock car racing season at South Buxton Raceway on Saturday, May 2. The grandstand opens at 5:30 p.m., with racing starting at 7 p.m.

South Buxton will again offer five classes of racing every Saturday night through the end of September, with several special race nights dotting the schedule.

There will be some changes to the Saturday night racing format for 2015, namely the elimination of dash and pursuit preliminary races.

All five classes will run qualifying heats for drivers to earn one of 18 starting positions for feature races. ‘B’ mains will be used in classes with more than 18 entries to complete the feature lineups.

The track will be available for hot laps at 6:25 p.m. so drivers can test their machines before the 7 p.m. start time.

This is the second year Sherry and Garry Lemesurier have operated the track. The couple made several improvements to the 44-year-old facility last year and have more plans to enhance the track, pits and grandstands this year.

“Unfortunately, Mother Nature didn’t help us over the winter, so we are a little behind on what we’d like to do,” Sherry said. “We spent most of our time, once the weather did cooperate, on building the new infield (go-kart) track and the main racing surface,” she said.

The next project will be rebuilding the pit wall.

South Buxton had five drivers sweep the division points title and championship races for their classes in 2014.

Chatham’s Eren Vanderiviere won his fourth straight points title and his first championship race in the Tirecraft Sport Stocks, while Leamington’s Joel Dick completed the sweep in the Schinkels Gourmet Meats UMP Modifieds, Ridgetown’s Dale Glassford in the Westside Performance Plus UMP Late Models, and Blenheim drivers Trevor Jones and Jeff Schives in the Tirecraft Mini-Mods and Auto Tech Bombers, respectively.

Fans will vote for the best appearing cars in all five classes on opening night, with the winners being announced for the May 9 race night, which will feature the return of the Vintage Modified series as well as the second annual Wall of Fame inductions.

South Buxton also has a new web site at www.southbuxtonraceway.ca where the full 2015 schedule and other information are available.

centrated strictly on practice and development twice a week until the end of November, when they switched to a practice and a game each week for the remainder of the season.

The SMHA’s board of directors officially took about 48 hours off between wrapping up 2014-15 and getting ready for 2015-16. The elections portion of the annual general meeting was held Monday, Apr. 27 for directors and will be followed by voting in the next term of executive members Wednesday, May 6.

Swimmer Receives Award

Delta State University freshman Cody Lavoie, of Wheatley, was honoured at the university’s athletic awards gala held April 22. The LDSS graduate was recognized as All Conference Athletic Team and Swim Team Rookie of the Year. He was also the youngest swimmer to compete at NCAA D2 swim championships recently held in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The Lions’ Shannon Fehr and a Belle River forward approach a loose ball during the LDSS WECSSAA Tier II senior girls soccer home opener Tuesday, Apr. 21. On Thursday, Apr. 23, Leamington visited the General Amherst Bulldogs, where they lost 5-0. Results from the Lions’ Tuesday, Apr. 28 game at Cardinal Carter were not available by press deadline. Allison Chopchik of the Lions prepares to send the ball toward the Nobles’ goal before a Belle River defender can intervene during Leamington’s WECSSAA Tier II senior girls soccer home opener Tuesday, Apr. 21. The Nobles led 2-0 at halftime and managed to hang on for a 2-1 win after Chopchik scored the first Lions goal of the season. Results from the Lions’ Tuesday, Apr. 28 game at Cardinal Carter were not available by press deadline.

for a 1-1 draw. Lucas Azar scored the Cougars’ goal.

Cougars versus Tecumseh

St. Louis school wins WECDSB badminton championships

The Windsor Essex Catholic District School Board (WECDSB) held its elementary school badminton championships at the University of Windsor on April 21 and 22. St. Louis Catholic Elementary School in Leamington won its division championship with a near perfect performance on the court.

In boys singles, Braedon Caetano finished in first place and Matt Carvalho in third place.

The girls singles players duplicated that finish with Miranda Obeid in first and Myranda Medeiros in third.

In boys doubles, Charbel Jabbour and Camron Taouil were first, and Carlos DaGloria and Markus Youssef third.

The St. Louis girls doubles team of Olivia Obeid and Brennah Winterburn placed first, while Charmaine Gaoiran and Maggie Hannigan were second.

The mixed-doubles teams also made a clean sweep with Trevor Dyck and Mya Tawil finishing first, and Tiago Mauricio and Jaclyn Moore placing second.

The final team standings showed St. Louis finishing in first place with a comfortable margin over St. Peter of Tecumseh. St. Joseph of River Canard and St. John the Baptist in Belle River tied for third place. Stella Maris and St. Gabe’s of Windsor rounded out the division.

St. Louis School also hosted four invitational tournaments, winning first place in three of those and finishing a close second in one.

Congratulations to this team on a very successful season.

The coaches were Ms. Cathy Minaudo, Mr. John Murracas, and Mr. Earl Skidmore.

The only badminton remaining is junior badminton for the grade 5-6 students.

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Sports, Faith & Leadership: Changing the Conversation

Sports enthusiasts of all ages are invited to attend an event featuring local athletes and coaches in conversation with Chris Huebner.

The event, “Sports, Faith & Leadership: Changing the Conversation”, takes place on Saturday, May 2 from 8:3010:00 a.m. at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. All are welcome to come out for a continental breakfast and conversation with Chris Huebner and other athletes. Admission is free. Donations will be accepted. Chris Huebner is Associate Professor of Theology and Philosophy at Canadian Mennonite University in Winnipeg. He has long been interested in the ways theology and philosophy overlap with various aspects of the athletic life. Huebner is actively involved in amateur sports, especially cycling, as a racer, coach and race organizer. Leamington is one of three locations where Huebner will be speaking. He will also be making presentations in Kitchener and Waterloo.

Correction

The Wednesday, Apr. 22 edition of The Southpoint Sun incorrectly identified the date of this year’s Wheatley Sharks golf tournament as July 13. The tournament will take place at Talbot Trail Golf Club Saturday, June 13. For information on registering for this year’s golf tournament, contact team president Jamie Diniro at 519-796-3862.

The St. Louis Catholic Elementary School badminton excelled on the court at the WECDSB championships held Apr. 21-22. Team members are, front row from left to right: Trevor Dyck, Miranda Obeid, Braedon Caetano, Matt Carvalho, Carlos DaGloria, Mariah Pimentel. Second row: Paetyn Antunes, Mya Tawil, Jaclyn Moore, Charbel Jabbour, Noah Anscombe, Markus Youssef, Camron Taouil, Charmaine Gaoiran, Olivia Obeid, Brennah Winterburn. Back row: Myranda Medeiros, AJ Antunes, Tiago Mauricio, Maggie Hannigan.

Tractor helped engine swap in 1969 Skylark convertible

John Grummett of Grimsby writes: “Hi Bill. I enjoy reading your stories in the local paper each week. Here is my story:

“I own a 1969 Buick Skylark Custom convertible. I bought it in March 1982 when I was 16. It was my first car. I bought it from a lady in Kitchener (not a little old lady) for $2000. It was originally bought at Forbes in Kitchener. It didn’t look too bad in a picture back then but I have replaced the roof, recovered the seats, replaced the floor pan and carpets, replaced a window frame, and had it repainted twice over the past 33 years.

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“I don’t put a lot of miles on it anymore, but when I was a teenager, it was my daily driver in the summer. I have never driven it in the winter. Now I take it for the odd drive to the beach or to church on Sunday.

“It has a 350 Buick engine. The original engine broke a timing chain when I was in university, so I bought a 1972 LeSabre for $100 and swapped the engine in the back yard using the bucket of our tractor. I still have the original engine in a cupboard in my garage. Someday I will rebuild it and replace it.”

The Buick Division of General Motors first made use of the Skylark name in 1953 when it brought out a custom-styled Buick convertible to celebrate 50 years of Buick. It was powered by Buick’s new V8 engine to replace the straight eight engines that had powered Buicks since 1931. Another Skylark was brought out in 1954, after which the name was dropped.

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COMING EVENTS

The Skylark name was revived in 1965 for a full range of body styles on the midsize wheelbase of 115 inches (120” for the station wagon) at a time when full-sized Buicks rode a 126” wheelbase. These new Skylarks were popular right from the start and the name continued until 1973, when it was replaced by the Buick Century of the same wheelbase. The Century was a revival of an earlier Buick name dating back to 1936, when a big Buick engine was installed in a smaller body. It was nicknamed a “factory hot rod” and was good for 100 miles per hour.

John’s 1969 Skylark convertible weighs 3,398 pounds and a total of 6,552 were built with a U.S. price tag when new of $3,152 (slightly higher in Canada). These Buick convertibles are highly collectible today. How many people have you heard say they regret selling their first car? John Grummett isn’t one of them.

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Owner: Matt Laliberte 1999 FORD XL Ext cab, V6, 163,000 kms, new parts, little rust, red - $3000 obo. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire 2 dr, gold, good shape, inside A1, new tires, 200,000 kms$2500 obo. 2 plastic tool boxes - $5 each. Patio ice bowl set - $20. Dell slim monitor, 10"x16" screen$50. Steel toe rubber boots, size 10 - $20. Call 519-9969680. ap22

m8tter@gmail.com

SOUTHPOINT SUN

Lateral Lining Technician / Driver

Positions are now being filled for our revolutionary no-dig Cured-in-Place Pipelining (CIPP) process for lateral pipelines, cleans the existing lateral connection, measures it for a new, custom-made replacement liner and installs the new lining system all from within the existing access points (manholes) of the main pipeline connection.

This position requires a DZ license and you will be to travelling out of town every week (returning home on week end) on Projects throughout southern Ontario. The position is physically demanding, and you will be working on road construction sites. Mechanical and electronic knowledge or experience is an asset. Starting wage is $19.50/hr.

Send your application to: hr@liquiforce.com

Need experienced Cold Storage Fork Lift Drivers, starting at $15.00 per hour. Should have a minimum of 2 years experience driving fork lifts and ideally in a cold storage environment. Candidates must have current fork lift certification. Apply with resume to: HR@milofais.com Wheatley, ON

Antonio Figliomeni & Son (1993) Ltd. 460 County Road 37 Leamington, Ontario N8H 3V6

Is

seeking to employ

FISHING VESSEL DECKHANDS (NOC #8441)

In these positions workers are required to: work on one of our three fishing vessels which operate out of Lake Erie; prepare nets, lines and other fishing tackle; operate fishing gear to catch fish and marine life; clean, sort and pack fish in ice and stow catch in hold; repair nets, splice ropes and maintain fishing gear and other deck equipment; clean deck surfaces and fish hold.

We prefer applicants with skills/experience in the commercial fishing industry in order to fulfill our requirements above. However, we will hire those interested with no skills/experience and provide training.

The fishing vessel deckhand positions are permanent full-time. The wage range for a deckhand is $17.00 to $25.00 per hour.

If you are interested in working as deckhand for Antonio Figliomeni & Son, a well established company, please contact Sina Figliomeni, Secretary of Treasure, and/or Vito Figliomeni, Owner and Operator, by telephone: 519326-9695 or by email: cap10v@hotmail.com.

FLAMINGO'S RESTAURANT is hiring Servers and a Short Order Cook. Apply within. 304 Robson Rd., Leamington. 519-326-0999 or 519-3264231 ext. 23. ap1-tf

ERIE GLEN MANOR

Retirement Residence is currently looking to add to their already amazing team. We are looking for RPN’s or RPN students and Personal Support Workers. Please email your resume to gm.egm@diversicare.ca by May 8th for consideration. ap29

PINNACLE ACRES

REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $11.00/hr, 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday and 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 40 lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via: email pinnaclejobs@hotmail.com or fax: 519-3269253. No experience or education required. oc15-tf

MSN-FAB INC. ISseeking to hire a full time bookkeeper. Must have Experience in Simply Accounting, Payroll, Government remittances and Microsoft Office. A manufacturing background is preferred. Benefits after 90 days. Please fax your resume to 519-322-4604.

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GREENHOUSE WORKERS -

General labour. Full time, $11 per hour. Heavy lifting required. Weekend work required. Contact by fax: 519324-9088. East Side Acres, 116 Mersea Rd. 19 Leamington, ON N8H 3V7. ap1-my6

DOVETAIL KITCHENS IS looking for an experienced cabinet assembler and finisher. Computer knowledge preferred. Please call 519-8257575 to set up an interview. Please bring resume. ap22-29

FARM LABOURER WANTED by David Dyck Farms. Requires physical labour working outdoors. Minimum wage. Please call 519-3268680 or email dandadyckfarms@hotmail.com. ap22-29

PERMANENT PART TIME REGISTERED NURSE

Join the Leamington Mennonite Home Nursing Team!

Seeking a caring and compassionate part time Registered Nurse wishing to utilize excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills, with an opportunity for growth in hours and responsibilities.

Leamington Mennonite Home is a HOOPP employer.

Forward your resume in confidence by May 4, 2015 to:

Leamington Mennonite Home

Attn: Jacquie Turnbull, Human Resources 35 Pickwick Dr., Leamington, ON N8H 4T5 Ph:519-326-6109 / Fax:519-326-3595 jacquie@mennonitehome.ca

Reporting to the Public Works Supervisor, the General Labourer will be involved in many aspects of the Public Works activities. Work is generally performed outside in all types of weather conditions. Applicants must hold a valid G licence Ontario driver’s license. For complete details regarding this position please visit our website at www.leamington.ca.

Deadline: 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, 2015.

Armstrong Top Pack Ltd. is hiring 50 permanent, full time vegetable packers for its Leamington location to start as soon as possible.

The wage rate is $11.00 for 44.0 hours per week.

You should be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis and be able to sort and pack fruits and vegetables in a fast paced environment.

No education or experience is required.

Apply in person from 9:00 to 5:00 at 500 County Road 18, Leamington, N8H3V5 or by email jobs@toppack.ca

ACRES

24 Acre Greenhouse Cucumber

Operation in Leamington Ontario is accepting resumes for the position of ASSISTANT GROWER

• Interest and a passion for learning is a MUST.

• Punctuality, strong work ethic is a MUST.

• Positive attitude is a MUST.

• Experience in Agriculture is a plus.

• Education in Horticulture is a plus.

• No experience required, WE WILL TRAIN.

PLEASE send your Resume with the TITLE ‘Assistant Grower Position’ to pinnaclejobs@hotmail.com

Greenhouse vegetable warehouse looking for a motivated individual to fill the following position:

Forklift

Receiving/Shipping

Full-Time & Part-Time

Days, Afternoons, Midnights & Weekends

$13.00 hourly + benefits

Qualifications:

• Previous experience with vegetables or comparable environment preferred.

• Ability to conduct basic mathematical calculations.

• Forklift experience will be considered an asset.

• Ability to communicate effectively (written, oral and spoken) in English.

• Safe driver as a forklift operator and ability to conduct daily equipment inspections.

Mail, Fax or Email Resume to:

Mail: Mucci Pac Ltd. 1876 Seacliff Drive, Kingsville, ON N9Y 2N1

Fax: 519-326-6397

PINNACLE

SOUTHPOINT SUN

BELWOOD POULTRY

We are now accepting applications for Full-Time and Casual Part-Time employment as follows:

General Labourers

To work in a Federal poultry processing facility, duties involving the processing, cutting and packaging of product for shipment.

Starting wage - $ 11.90 per hour with wage reviewed after 90 days. Group Benefits Coverages available upon completion of the required waiting period.

Please apply in person to:

Belwood Poultry Ltd.

4272 Concession Four Road North, RR #4, Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2Y9

519-736-2236 or 519-736-0330

Job Responsibilities:

Lavender Spa & Boutique Esthetician /RMT

Drop resume to: 263 Erie St. S. No phone calls please.

BELWOOD POULTRY LTD.

Amherstburg, Ontario

Industry - Poultry Processing & Packaging/Abattoir Position - Maintenance Mechanic

Starting Wage - $18.50/hour

identifying, recommending, and implementing changes, expansions, and additions if necessary.

We are seeking a mechanically skilled individual who can work on maintaining plant systems and equipment by completing preventive maintenance schedules, troubleshooting and repairing any issues which may arise during production, restoring, repairing, rebuilding, or replacing faulty or inoperative components and parts. Equipment used in this food processing industry includes industrial, electromechanical and hydraulic equipment as well as pumps and conveying systems. Automated, non-automated or semi-automated equipment can be used in the process. Equipment can be industry specific or generic in nature. Potential candidates will:

• Comply with all policies and procedures associated with a Federally Inspected, HACCP approved food plant.

• Meet maintenance operational standards by contributing maintenance information to strategic plans and reviews implementing production, productivity, quality; resolving problems.

• Meet maintenance financial standards by providing all cost details to management; monitoring expenditures identifying variances; implementing corrective actions.

• Evaluate functionality and reliability of facility systems and associated equipment by conferring with Management; identifying problems and requirements.

• Maintain function and reliability of plant’s systems and associated equipment by implementing a preventive maintenance program; operating and testing systems and equipment; restoring, repairing, rebuilding, or replacing faulty or inoperative components and parts.

• Assist Management by providing input on function and reliability of facility systems and associated equipment by

• Maintain safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal codes and regulations.

• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities when required; reading technical publications.

Maintenance Mechanic Skills and Qualifications:

Must be able to work all weekday shifts required in addition to occasional weekend work as required during peak production periods and/or in the event of a major repair.

Must be a High School Graduate or equivalent.

Must be able to read and understand English and interpret manuals and schematic drawings.

Must have a strong ability to troubleshoot and resolve/repair under pressure, technical understanding, Equipment maintenance, work in a team environment.

Job Knowledge by way of on the job experience, preferably of 3 years duration.

Please apply to:

Belwood Poultry Ltd.

4272 Concession Four Road North, RR #4, Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2Y9

Phone: 519-736-2236 or 519-736-0330

Fax: 519-736-0531

email – cpmaxwell@belwoodpoultry.com or tpschlegel@belwoodpoultry.com

GREENHOUSE WORKER

Day Shift – Weekends

• Candidates will be working in the greenhouse as harvesters and crop workers with other duties as assigned.

• Ability to do repetitive tasks, work in a hot environment and attention to detail.

• Salary: 11.00/hour, working 40 plus hours a week including weekends and holidays.

Please forward your resume by email to: hr@orangelinefarms.com (627 County Rd. 14, R.R. # 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V8)

Career Opportunity

A leading company with strong ties to its communities is looking to hire a full-time Administrative Assistant/Graphic Designer to assist with their growth. Qualified applicants should possess a passion for making a difference and be attentive to small details and have above average skills with;

• Microsoft Office

• Photoshop

• Design & Page Layout

• Multimedia

• Data Input

• The ability to multi-task in an environment with short deadlines

• Possess a strong skill and mannerism to make those around them feel comfortable

We are looking for an incredibly talented person, who can strengthen our team and is extraordinary at what they do.

Please forward resume to:

Southpoint Sun Box C 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5 Leamington ON N8H 1M2

Office Manager / Bookkeeper

Our client, in the greenhouse industry, has an immediate opening for an office manager / bookkeeper who will report directly to the president.

Responsibilities and duties will include the following:

- Entering of data and maintenance of complete general ledger via Sage 50

- Preparation of monthly bank reconciliations

- Reconciliation of accounts receivable and accounts payable ledgers

- Communication with customers and vendors

- Maintenance of payroll records and related filing requirements

- Timely and accurate filing of necessary government filings

- Preparation of internal financial reports for management on a timely basis

- Liaison with external accountants regarding year-end financial statements

Experience with Sage 50, Microsoft Excel, government filings and the greenhouse industry would be an asset. This position requires a self-motivated individual. Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

We thank all interested applicants, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please forward your resume and cover letter via email or fax to:

SOUTHPOINT SUN

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

LEAMINGTON AND DISTRICT HALF CENTURY CENTRE ADMINISTRATOR

Qualifications:

The successful candidate:

• Will have a minimum two years experience in office administration and management, be bondable and provide excellent character references.

• Be experienced in supervision and mediation methods.

• Be able to organize, train and oversee volunteers.

• Posess good oral and written communication skills.

• Will be responsible/oversee all necessary purchases for the centre.

• Will serve as the liaison to governmental entities, other senior centres, etc.

• Technical skills required: proficiency in keyboarding, desktop publishing, Word Perfect version 6.1 or higher, Simply Accounting version 5.0 or higher.

• Familiarity with Sage 50 accounting software would be an asset.

Please email yor resume to: halfcenturycentre@cogeco.net by April 30, 2015

Only those applicants being granted an interview will be contacted.

WE WANT WE WANT

LEAMINGTON AND DISTRICT HALF CENTURY CENTRE BOOKKEEPER

Qualifications:

The successful candidate:

• Will be knowledgeable in Sage 50 Accounting Software.

• Will be responsible for all bookkeeping to trial balance including accounts payable/receivable.

• Will be responsible for payroll and bank reconciliations.

• Will provide the board of directors with monthly reports.

• Will help with annual budget preparation.

• Will be responsible for all WSIB, federal and provincial governments reporting and remittance.

• You must be a self-starter with ability to work independently.

• Strong organizational and time management skills are required.

Please email yor resume to: halfcenturycentre@cogeco.net by April 30, 2015

Only those applicants being granted an interview will be contacted.

SOUTHPOINT SUN

Nature Fresh Farms is continuously looking to fill permanent full time positions for General Labour at $11 per hour.

Job Description:

Variation of Greenhouse and Warehouse duties.

Specific duties can include: Planting, string tying, pruning, de leafing, twisting, clipping, picking; sorting, packing, crop clean out, bio control, farm machinery operator.

You will have the potential to earn piece rate if production rate is high, however will earn no less than minimum wage. Please note climates can be very warm and hours will vary, must be available Monday - Saturday.

Uniforms can be a requirement and will be provided by the company. Weekly cleaning costs will apply to employee which varies between $7 - $10 depending on the style. Safety Shoes are mandatory. Experience is an asset, however if the candidate shows commitment and potential we are willing to train.

Please apply by: fax: 519-326-6356 in person at: 634 Mersea Rd 7 RR#5 or via email: @jobs@naturefresh.ca

AUCTIONS

May 3

14 Orange St., Leamington

Preview 8:00 am • Coins 8:30 am• Auction 10:00 am 226-344-8741 • 226-344-1732 oldfashionedauctions@yahoo.ca

For the estate of Murray Loveless at 2402 Mersea Rd. 7, Wheatley, approx. ¼ mi. west of Tilbury Wheatley Townline (Kent Rd. 1), just north of the Town of Wheatley. No Reserve.

Tractors: Zetor model 16145 dsl FWA w/cab, 1696 hrs, real good rubber & sells w/front end wts; J.D. 2010 gas, open station, new seat, 3787 hrs on tact; Farmall H gas, narrow front end; Farmall H for parts; Duals: set of 18.4Rx30 T-rail duals; Combine: Gleaner K gas, sells w/11’ header; Gravity Wagons: two Turnco approx. 275 bu on good chassis; Tillage: pull type 18’ Triple K style cult.; 13’ wheel disc; 12’ & two 4’ crow foot packers; two land levelers approx. 14’; V-ditcher; 3 ph cult.; 3 ph 3 f. plow; small Massey wheel disc; Kvernland 4 f. semi mount plow; 9 tooth 3 ph chisel plow; equip. for scrap; Planting, Spraying, etc: McCormick No. 10 grain drill; single axle sprayer; 8’ scraper blade; 6’ – 3 ph chopper; pull cart; etc; Shop Equip: Lincoln portable welder; air compressors; chainsaws; wrenches; chains; jacks; drill press; tool boxes; bench & vice; numerous other shop items; The Big Lincoln: 1979 Lincoln Mark V Continental 2 door white w/leather seats – this car is in very good condition, sells as is; Boat, Other Car: Glastron X-19 boat & trailer, 130 HP Mercury motor, canvas cover; 1998 Mercury Tracer LS car, 117,788 mi., not running, sells as is; Rototiller, Snowmobile, 4 wheeler, 3 wheeler, trailer: small yellow 4 wheeler; Yamaha yellow 3 wheeler; old trailer; some for parts, some running; Household & Collectibles, one RD: cast iron John Deere toy tractor; small ships wheel replica with signed carved figure; very nice china hutch w/glass doors; small corner hutch; dressers & bedroom furniture; hall seat; 4 Waterford crystal goblets; Royal Doulton ‘Jennifer’; Community flatware in case; s.s. flatware in case; part set Noritake china; cups & saucers; misc. glass & china; Bulova wall clock; fridge & stove; exercise bike; etc; Farm

Primitives: walking plow; horse items; feed cart; jugs; & other primitives. Terms: cash, debit, Visa, MC or personalized cheque day of sale, (3% premium waived for cash or debit). Owner or auctioneer not responsible for accidents day of sale. Lunch available. For info call Gerry Loveless, 519-825-9413 Auctioneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 Photos at www.jackmorrisauctions.com

Sealed expressions of interest, clearly marked as to contents will be received by the Purchasing Supervisor, 400 City Hall Square East, Suite 403, Windsor, Ontario, N9A 7K6, up to and including ELEVEN-THIRTY FIFTY-NINE (11:30:59) A.M. (E.D.T.), MONDAY, MAY 11, 2015 for leased office space in the Town of Leamington, Ontario.

Documents will be available at no charge on Monday, April 20, 2015, at the Purchasing Department, 400 City Hall Square East, Suite 403, Windsor, Ontario, N9A 7K6, or e-mail purchasing@city.windsor.on.ca, or at www.biddingo.com/windsor

This expression of interest is not a solicitation of proposals or an employment opportunity, and no legal relationship will be established between the City and any party submitting information in response to this request.

Tips for newcomers to the game of golf

Golf can be enjoyable and frustrating for beginners

Few hobbies can be as enjoyable one moment and as frustrating the next as golf. Golfers know a great putt can be quickly followed by a bad tee shot, and maintaining their composure through the highs and lows of the game is a key to success on the links.

Few hobbies can be as enjoyable one moment and as frustrating the next as golf. Golfers know a great putt can be quickly followed by a bad tee shot, and maintaining their composure through the highs and lows of the game is a key to success on the links. Maintaining that composure isn't always easy, even for the professionals. It's even more difficult for beginners, who quickly learn the game of golf involves more than just spending sunny weekend afternoons on pristine golf courses. In fact, golf can be quite demanding, and beginners would be wise to heed a few tips before hitting the course.

Maintaining that composure isn’t always easy, even for the professionals. It’s even more difficult for beginners, who quickly learn the game of golf involves more than just spending sunny weekend afternoons on pristine golf courses. In fact, golf can be quite demanding, and beginners would be wise to heed a few tips before hitting the course.

time to hit the links during the week, but they do have time to watch some DVDs when they get home from work. Such instructional DVDs can help you master your grip and stance, which you can then take with you to the course over the weekend.

Americans look to defend their unblemished record in home matches and regain the Cup at Colorado Golf Club in Parker, Colorado, August 13-18.

• Don't commit to an expensive set of clubs right off the bat. Golf clubs can be very expensive, so beginners should buy an affordable secondhand set of clubs so they can get the hang of what they like before spending a lot of money. Visit a pro shop and explain that you are just a beginner. The shop will likely make some valuable suggestions and might even let you try out a pair of clubs. In addition, many driving ranges allow customers to rent clubs, and this can be a great and inexpensive way to find the right clubs for you.

* Don’t commit to an expensive set of clubs right off the

• Have fun. Golf is a fun game; it just takes time to hone your skills. But even if you aren't ready for the professional tour after your first few rounds, you can still have fun. Don't let some beginner's frustration, which every golfer experiences, ruin the fun of the game. Take note of your surroundings when you hit the links, and appreciate the time you're spending with your group. If the game becomes more a source of frustration than fun, then take a break and put in some more work away from the course, be it at the driving range or studying at home.

Solheim Cup in Colorado in 2013

bat. Golf clubs can be very expensive, so beginners should buy an affordable secondhand set of clubs so they can get the hang of what they like before spending a lot of money. Visit a pro shop and explain that you are just a beginner. The shop will likely make some valuable suggestions and might even let you try out a pair of clubs. In addition, many driving ranges allow customers to rent clubs, and this can be a great and inexpensive way to find the right clubs for you.

Ryder Cup in Scotland - 2014

Warmer weather sends scores of golfers to their favorite courses each and every day. Golf is a challenging pastime, but a few pointers can help golfers hone their short games, long games and everything in between.

The 40th Ryder Cup Matches will be held from September 2628, 2014 on the PGA Centenary Course at the Gleneagles Hotel near Auchterarder in Perthshire, Scotland. This will be the second time that Scotland has hosted the Ryder Cup, the 1973 competition having been played at Muirfield.

Europe will go into the contest as the cup holders, having defeated the USA by 14½ points to 13½ in 2012 at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah, Illinois. The Ryder Cup is a match play event, with each match worth one point. The competition format is as follows:

The Solheim Cup is named in honor of Karsten Solheim, the founder of Karsten Manufacturing Corporation, which makes PING golf equipment.

• Choose the right clubs. There is more to selecting clubs than pulling any old iron out of your golf bag and whacking away. Wind, hazards and obstructions in landing areas should influence your decision of which club to use. Novice golfers may want to rely on their caddies to make club recommendations, and as they become more confident in their abilities they can start to make their own choices.

• Day 1 (Friday) – 4 foursome (alternate shot) matches and 4 fourball (better ball) matches

• Take lessons. Even the very best at self-teaching might find it extremely difficult to become a self-taught golfer. When first trying your hand at golf, take some lessons and don't expect to be playing 18 holes any time soon. Before hitting the course, where you might be discouraged and you might frustrate those golfing behind you, learn the fundamentals by taking a few lessons at the driving range. Learn from a professional, who won't offer you any hidden secrets to golfing glory (there aren't any) but will offer

* Take lessons. Even the very best at self-teaching might find it extremely difficult to become a self-taught golfer. When first trying your hand at golf, take some lessons and don’t expect to be playing 18 holes any time soon.

In 1990, the Solheim family, in conjunction with the LPGA and the LET, developed the concept and became the title sponsor for The Solheim Cup, professional golf's international match-play competition for women. Held every two years, the event has grown into the most prestigious international women's professional golf team event. The Solheim Cup is the most highly coveted trophy in women's professional golf team competition; some of the most memorable moments in women's golf have happened during one of The Solheim Cups

• Take the game home with you. Beginners can even take advantage of golf's vast popularity by taking the game home with them. This doesn't mean building a putting green in your backyard. Rather, purchase some instructional DVDs to learn the game during your down time throughout the week. Many golfers don't have

* Have fun. Golf is a fun game; it just takes time to hone your skills. But even if you aren’t ready for the professional tour after your first few rounds, you can still have fun. Don’t let some beginner’s frustration, which every golfer experiences, ruin the fun of the game. Take note of your surroundings when you hit the links, and appreciate the time you’re spending with your group. If the game becomes more a source of frustration than fun, then take a break and put in some more work away from the course, be it at the driving range or studying at home.

The Solheim Cup combines the tradition and prestige of the game of golf with passion for one's country. This biennial, trans-Atlantic team match-play competition features the best U.S.-born players from the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour and the best European members from the Ladies European Tour (LET). The U.S. team leads the competition, 8-4. In 2013, the

• Day 2 (Saturday) – 4 foursome matches and 4 fourball matches

• Day 3 (Sunday) – 12 singles matches

• Anchor your feet. Anchor your foot behind the ball to drive the ball further. Right-handed players will keep the right foot anchored, and lefties will do the opposite. Do not lift your foot prematurely; otherwise, you can lose power and distance.

On the first two days there are 4 foursome matches and 4 fourball matches with the home captain choosing which are played in the morning and which in the afternoon. With a total of 28 points available, 14½ points are required to win the Ryder Cup, and 14 points are required for the defending champion to retain it. All matches are played to a maximum of 18 holes.

• Identify your weaknesses. As with any hobby, identifying those areas that need the most work can help you become a better golfer. Keep track of each shot you take, and then look at the results to see which areas of your game need the most work.

• Fix your alignment. Align your shots by assessing the target from behind the ball. Then set the clubface behind the golf ball and align it with the target before you enter your stance.

• Use your torso for power. The torso is essential to a solid swing. Practice rotating from your core to control your backswing and then maintain the same spine angle and posture on the downswing.

• Use the wind. Not every golf game will be played in perfect weather. A good player knows how to make adjustments for the wind depending on the shot. Use the wind to your advantage when you can, and adjust your swing when hitting into the wind.

• Become a better chipper. Many players put so much emphasis on their backswings and putt shots that they fail to devote any practice to chips. All shots are important for golfers trying to shed strokes off of their scores.

• Keep fit. Maintaining or improving your physical strength and overall health can help your golf game. Exercise and eat right, and you will have more endurance on the links.