The theme for the 2014, 31th annual Leamington Tomato Scholarship Pageant is “Fairytales Do Come True”.
The nine contestants each represent a fairytale princess. This year’s contestants include: Emily Deimling, Erica De Francisco, Madison Hamm, Kayla Biekx, Shania Eusebio, Andrea Ibrahim, Meghan Brady, Dominique Osmon and Celeste Dancel. New this year is a Facebook group, which is open to the public to stay informed called “Leamington Tomato Festival Pageant 2014”. All you have to do is “like” the group.
Also this year, all children attending the show are welcome to dress in their favourite DISNEY costume. Kevin Black and Nikki Scaddan are this year’s emcees. This year’s Tomato Festival Pageant committee members are: Carol Derksen, Josey Tiessen, Kaitlyn Clifford and Ashley Mariano.
Co-organizers Nikki and Sue Scaddan are looking forward to magical evening.
• Advance tickets will be available at Salon Anjolie for $7 each.
• Thursday, August 14 at 7 p.m.
• At Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex
Photos courtesy of Lindsey Langlois, F8 Photography
Highline Mushrooms and Cennatek announce joint venture to develop liquid fertilizer plant
Cennatek, a Canadian technology development company, has announced that it has partnered with Highline Mushrooms of Leamington, the largest mushroom growers and marketers in Canada, to establish the first BioLiNE® processing facility
The $1.4 million project will be developed by a joint venture, HB Agri Products Inc., utilizing the BioLiNE process on spent mushroom substrate, a waste product of mushroom farming.
The BioLiNE process will convert this waste stream into liquid mineral fertilizers and other value-added products by extracting valuable minerals from this stream. Spent mushroom substrate is rich in many minerals such as nitrogen, potassium, and calcium. The liquid mineral fertilizer produced is free of particulate matter, has no organic matter and no microbes, making it ideal for foliar spray or drip irrigation on various agricultural products.
“We are very pleased to be partnering with Cennatek on this exciting venture,” said Harry Enns, shareholder and CFO, Highline Mushrooms. “Their excellence in R&D is a perfect fit with Highline’s culture of advanced technology and industry-leading environmental practices. This represents the next logical step towards our vision for sustainable agriculture.”
“I have followed the development of the BioLiNE process over the last several years and it is that rare mix of good science, great engineering, and a scalable commercial opportunity. I wish them every success,” commented Gord Surgeoner, President of Ontario Agri-Food Technologies.
“Extracting usable nutrients from our waste Spent Mushroom Substrate (SMS) will dramatically improve our resource utilization rate and carbon footprint,” said Glenn Martin, President and CEO, Highline Mushrooms. “Not only is this a significant step forward for North American mushroom growers, but for all agricultural businesses that produce a waste biomass product.”
MGS Horticultural Inc. changes name to Plant Products
MGS Horticultural Inc. recently underwent a name change at their head office in Leamington.
Over the next few months you will see the sign will change from MGS Horticultural Inc. to Plant Products.
Anna’s Flowers celebrating 40 years
Anna’s Flowers started in 1974 as a small roadside stand and is now celebrating 40 years in business. Anna’s Flowers is a retail flower, plant and décor shop, a gardener’s paradise and a little piece of heaven on earth, located at 1911 Seacliff Drive.
The roots of Anna’s Flowers are attributed to Alberico Mastronardi, who the Mastronardi’s fondly refer to as “Nonno”. Alberico came to Canada, along with his son Enrico, in 1960, settling in Essex County in the fishing and agricultural industry.
Beginning with five small greenhouses in 1967, the family specialized in growing tomatoes and cucumbers. In 1973, Enrico, or Henry, met beautiful young Anna and the two married. The following year the Mastronardi’s family grew with the birth of their first son Albert, followed four years later by Rudy and then by daughter Marlene. Their business grew also in 1974 with the addition of more varieties of produce, and was now selling flowers as well as produce at their roadside stand.
In 1998 Anna’s Flowers bloomed into the location we know it today, with a plant and flower showroom four greenhouses wide (soon to be five). Anna remembers their daughter Marlene at the stand only four years old, helping her parents sell produce and flowers along with their two sons Albert and Rudy.
Now with three generations involved in Anna’s Flowers, the fourth generation (Anna and Henry’s grandchildren) are growing up with their own little green thumbs and an eagerness to help in the family business. The Mastronardi’s business carries the models and ethics important to them, those of a strong and close family. In 2006 “Nonno” Alberico Mastronardi passed away, leaving behind an abundance of good memories that customers still lovingly share today.
Coming up to 40 years in business, Anna’s Flowers is responsible for growing and retailing four acres and over one thousand varieties of flowers and plants, as well as growing a tasty selection of produce, picked fresh and sold daily at their Seacliff Drive location from March until the end of December.
Now in 2014, in addition to great flowers and produce, Anna’s carries seasonal and home décor, handcrafted winter planters, and always the newest trends in gardening. Anna’s Flowers continues to work at “growing the gardener in you” and always offers their best knowledge to serve customers and aid them in all their gardening needs.
Cindy’s Home & Garden celebrating 25 years in business
Cindy’s Home & Garden, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year.
Cindy’s is a destination store specializing in unusual and unique gifts and home accents, as well as a vibrant seasonal garden centre.
Twenty-five years ago, Ken and Cindy Martin opened “Cindy’s Garden”, selling flowers out of one greenhouse. As demand grew, so did the business. In 1994 Cindy’s expanded to five greenhouses including a small gift store inside one of the greenhouses. I In 1997, Cindy lost her long battle with cancer. Ken decided to continue with the business and in 2004 Ken and wife Christine added a new whimsical 4,000 square foot gift shop filled to the brim with unusual gifts, home décor and garden accents.
As the gift store became more popular, the Martins decided to expand again and converted their home on the front of the property into a second gift store “Cindy’s Too!”, a cozy gift shop complete with premium ice cream, café, fresh fudge and giftware.
Open all year, Ken attributes the success of Cindy’s to their loyal customers, dedicated team of managers and staff members, product quality and value for your dollar. This winning formula has led to many awards including “One of Canada’s Fastest Growing Companies” by Profit 500 Magazine in 2013 and 2014.
Over the past 25 years, through the changing economy and trends, Cindy’s has thrived. Through innovation and creativity Cindy’s has continued to strive to create a friendly, warm and inviting shopping atmosphere.
OBITUARY
Darryl Brummell
Darryl Warren Brummell, on Friday, August 1st, 2014 in his 72nd year, passed away peacefully at London Heath Sciences Centre, London ON, after a courageous battle with heart disease.
Community invited to presentation of Media Arts Program
Beloved husband of Diane (Reeve) for 51 years. Dear father of Craig Brummell (Debbie) and Sara Orlando (Vince). Much loved grandfather of Lauren Brummell, Ryan Maedel, and Carson Brummell. Also survived by his brother Arden Brummell (Susan) of Calgary, and his aunt and uncle Leyland and Barbara Pearsall of Picton. Pre-deceased by his parents Marshall Brummell (1991) and Areta Brummell (2013). Also survived by nieces and nephews Ruth, Martin, and Jessica Brummell, and many cousins in Eastern Ontario.
Born in Warings Corners near Picton ON, Darryl grew up in Kingston on Toronto St. across from Rideau School where his dad was the principal. After graduating from KCVI in Kingston, he started his career with the Canadian Bank of Commerce in finance, which had him living in Kingston, Burlington, Brantford and Woodstock. He was then with Currah Mills in Hickson, and the CO-OP. He took a job with Ralston Purina in Woodstock and lived in Moncton NB, Truro NS, and Thamesville ON while working for them. He always wanted to own his own company to be his own boss, so in 1978 left his corporate job and he purchased Essex Topcrop Sales in the commercial livestock feed and wild bird food manufacturing business. He grew that business from a small office and store in a house on Talbot St. in Essex in front of the mill to a thriving manufacturing and distribution business with three locations in Essex and Colborne, well-known and respected to his peers in his industry.
He was a passionate man to all that knew him, from family, friends and business associates. Those who did business with him and had the good fortune to know him well, knew his bark was always worse than his bite. He loved his motorcycles, traveling across Canada and the US, and the game of golf. In the past few years he has enjoyed working less, and being able to travel to Texas and Florida in the winter months, enjoying golf all year round, but always kept one hand in the door at Topcrop just to keep everyone in line.
Thank you to the team at the LHSC CSRU and Dr. Kiaii, Dr. Butler, all of the CSRU nurses, and Dr. Sabga for the loving care they provided Darryl in his final months.
Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Tuesday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
Funeral Service held at the funeral home Wednesday, August 6, 2014 at 2 p.m. Interment at Erie Memorial Gardens.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, SACU, or the charity of your choice. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
“The art challenges the technology, and the technology inspires the art.” – John Lasseter
Dear Leamington and Essex County community members: It is with great pleasure that I write to you today to invite you to the final presentation of the Media Arts Program funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation. The presentation and reception evening will be held at the Leamington Arts Centre on August 27th at 7 p.m.
Through the grant we were able to release an interest survey throughout the community. The survey has surpassed our goals and reached over 367 individuals from various organizations, cultural groups, clubs and secondary schools.
The data collected through the interest survey enabled us to better understand the interest in the media arts within our community. Our objectives in doing this are two-fold:
• The first is to support youth and student interest, skills and training in the new media arts and communication technologies. This will be done through the inclusion of a media arts category in our established annual Juried Student Art Show.
• The second is to develop a sustainable media arts and film series for the discussion and enjoyment of Leamington residents to further enrich the life of this vibrant community.
During the evening we will be presenting the study’s findings and information gathered from the Media Arts Program interest survey. We will also be releasing the program’s manual which will be used by the Media Arts Program Sustainability Committee to implement the program throughout the coming year.
Vehicle hits house
On August 3, just after midnight, Leamington OPP received a report that a vehicle had struck a house on Bruce Avenue. No one was injured in the crash.
The driver of the vehicle, a 31-year-old Leamington man, exhibited signs of impairment and was arrested at the scene. He was charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle and exceeding 80 milligrams of Blood Alcohol Content (BAC). He will appear in a Leamington court on August 21, 2014.
inaugural media arts exhibition by local artist Ed Janzen.
I would be extremely grateful if you could R.S.V.P by no later than Friday, August 22 to map@leamingtonartscentre.com or 519-326-2711. Please advise us of any special requirements you may have.
I hope you are able to accept this invitation and I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely, Anthony Youssef, Media Arts Program Consultant
The final presentation will also celebrate the closing reception for “interstices”, the Leamington Arts Centre’s
CHAD RILEY
Gallery Crawl
First week on the island
One week has already passed since we arrived at our new island home. The island is surrounded by beautiful turquoise water that to date we haven’t put our toes into. Hopefully we don’t fall into the typical routine that many people follow and get so wrapped up in being busy we miss out on the beautiful surroundings right outside our own back door!
We arrived in the late morning on a small charter plane out of Ft. Lauderdale, which carried our personal effects, our dog Charlie, the two of us, a pilot, and hopefully enough groceries for four weeks. One hour into the flight, we landed on an island where we cleared customs. The office made me think of the one on Pelee Island, except it was adorned with maps of the Bahamas and local events and recipes, all posted on the walls. We showed our passports (even Charlie’s) as well as paperwork to the officer, then boarded the plane again for our final leg of the journey, a mere 10 minutes further along.
Our greeting committee that was lined up in the heat of the midday sun included the present island managers and three of their crew members. With all of our belongings, some flamingo feed and chicken scratch, we were whisked away in a gator and golf cart to our temporary home, where we quickly unloaded our perishables and got somewhat settled. By mid-afternoon we were shadowing our managers in hopes of absorbing every bit of knowledge they were willing to share.
The 94-acre island has three main guest houses, five crew homes, a pool house, gym, chapel, boathouse, airplane hanger and many storage sheds. There are many nooks and crannies to explore that store everything from capers to hurricane shutters and even an antique steamroller parked in the garage. That particular piece of machinery was used to make the original runway on the island back in the late thirties.
Unlike the days that flew by in a flash just a few weeks ago, the days feel longer here in a wonderfully relaxing way. The pace in the Bahamas is more relaxed and you take the time to inhale the salty air carried in by southeast breezes. We were relieved that Bertha, our first threatening hurricane, pushed on northward, although it could have been a good practice run for larger ones that may hit in the future.
Lobster season started on Friday, August 1st and it didn’t take long for a fisherman to bring his fresh catch into our harbour. We purchased 30 lobsters for $100 from him after he cleaned them for us. That same evening we enjoyed lobster in a vermouth cream sauce. I wanted to lick my plate so badly!
We are all acclimatizing well and look forward to adding our personal flair to both the kitchen and the garden. Charlie misses all his friends back home but has over 30 peacocks, 8 flamingos, a flock of ducks, a gaggle of geese, hens, roosters, 3 tortoises, tiny lizards everywhere and one lonely curly-tail.
That’s right, Charlie is the only resident dog and is lapping up every moment. Mark and I are going to take his lead and relax in the lagoon with the waves lapping around us.
Tigers and Blue Jays playoff bound?
Are the Tigers and Blue Jays on a collision course for October?
For the first time since the Detroit Tigers swept the Blue Jays at Tiger Stadium in 1987 to leapfrog them for the American League East title, these two teams may be poised to play meaningful baseball against each other this fall. They’ve never met in the playoffs, so wouldn’t it be cool to see this area’s two favourite teams do battle this fall? Currently, the Tigers sit atop the Central Division while the Jays are hot on the heels of the Orioles for supremacy in the east.
If things go the way they should, these two might very well match up in the post-season.
I spent the past six or seven years lamenting the decisions of Jim Leyland, cheering Justin Verlander and Miguel Cabrera and not cheering Phil Coke.
Oh yes, the Jays caught my attention last year with their acquisitions. But
I’ve seen teams make a big splash before, only to turn it into a ripple.
If they do, expect tickets to be at a premium around here. The Blue Jays were supposed to be in this position last year, after making a huge splash in the free agent market. But due to injuries and under-performance from a few of their big guns, they fell off the map in the second half.
Meanwhile, the Tigers marched to the Central division title before losing to the Red Sox in the A.L. Championship series.
If those pesky Oakland A’s can be dispatched by either one of these teams, they may very well line up against each other in October.
I’d be excited to see that, but very torn. It’s no secret that I’m sitting on the fence when it comes to these two teams. I was a fan of the Blue Jays when they debuted on that snowy day back in 1977 and stayed that way until they were dismantled following their back-to-back World Series titles. Being an old-school fan, I was extremely disheartened when they fell so far.
I spent a few years not really caring until the Tigers caught fire in 2006. It was time to root root root for the home team and I’ve thrown myself all-in.
This year, the Jays are a true contender. If the injury bug doesn’t hit them too hard, they should be right there with Baltimore when the dust settles.
The Tigers’ big move at the trade deadline makes them a favourite to go all the way, but David Price is only one player and they gave up a steady centrefielder to get him. Only time will tell as the season winds down through these dog days of August.
And if these two should meet in the playoffs, I’ll be watching intently, not sure who to root for, but happy that both teams made it that far.
Unlike hockey season, which will be well underway at that point, I have a fall-back team in the Jays and Tigers.
My hockey team has been my hockey team for all of my 53 years. I could hazard a guess that I was a Leafs fan in the womb but only my late mother could answer that.
No fall-back team here. If the Leafs don’t make the playoffs, I turn my attention to something else.
Here’s hoping that these two baseball teams have my interest come October.
MARK RIBBLE
Rib’s Ramblings
Collaboration with system partners is paramount to improve access to Mental Health and Addiction Services at LDMH
Special to the Journal by Terry
Shields and Dawn Maziak
Just over a year ago today, we at Leamington District Memorial Hospital (LDMH) embarked on a journey to better understand the needs that exist in our community, particularly as it relates to mental health and addictions services (MHA). Over the course of the summer 2013 and into the fall of that same year, LDMH conducted a community needs analysis, entitled The Community Hope Project, to do just that — identify needs, identify gaps in service, and listen to what the community is saying.
After our analysis ended, we learned a number of things about the community we serve. First, we learned that the community recognizes that there is a real gap in terms of access to services like counselling, therapy, psychiatry, support groups, and services tailored for youth/children. Secondly, many survey respondents commented on the barriers that exist to access these services, the overwhelming majority of respondents noted that transportation is the largest barrier to access, since most of the services they need are located in Windsor. Thirdly, we learned that there is a need for more public education regarding the services available, as well as general education needed amongst services providers at LDMH regarding MHA.
Based on what we have learned, LDMH and the Erie St. Clair Local Health Integration Network (ESCLHIN) have decided to take action through collaborations in a number of ways, primarily by inviting system partners to run their programs in our facility. The vision is that LDMH would become a “one-stop shop”, a “hub”, or a single site to procure needed MHA services in south Essex County.
Under the direction of our MHA team, and Dawn Maziak, Health Systems Design Manager Mental Health and Addiction, from ESCLHIN — 13 different organizations are now running programs ranging from, counselling services, therapy, and pain management, MHA counselling for new Canadians/immigrants, and support groups, with more on the way! For support groups in particular, LDMH has resurrected the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) program, which is a facilitator led support group for individuals and family members who are touched my mental illness and addiction.
The NAMI program is currently enrolling for the fall semester. This collaborative model will strengthen our relationships with agencies in Windsor, and make MHA services easier to access, as we strive to bring more services onto a common platform — one site.
To address the community’s desire for more public education regarding MHA, and education for service providers here at the hospital, LDMH has partnered with Renee Daudlin-Iacobelli at Insight Advantage to deliver Mental Health First Aid training to our team members. Currently, 35 people have graduated from this two-day training event. In addition, in the coming weeks LDMH will be entering the realm of social media with integrated social media sites (Facebook, and Twitter) to keep the community up to date on progress towards our vision to be a MHA hub for services in South Essex County. At LDMH we want to be responsive to the needs our community, an email address has been created to listen. Please email us at connect@ldmh.org if you have any questions, comments or concerns regarding this initiative.
Henry Ford once said, “Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success.” We believe that the sustained success of this initiative will fall on our ability to continue to work together with our partners to achieve a common goal, and that is to meet the needs our community, or as we would say — deliver compassionate care, close to home.
You can support this initiative by simply telling someone about it. Much of our community is unaware of the services and resources now available to them. A complete list of mental health and addictions services is now available on our website at www.leamingtonhospital.com. You can also contact Niki at 519.326.2373 ext. 4522 to learn more, enroll in the NAMI program, and schedule an appointment (where needed) to access one of our MHA programs.
Sincerely,
Terry Shields, Chief Executive Officer, Leamington District Memorial Hospital
Dawn Maziak, Health Systems Design Managers Mental Health & Addictions,
Erie St. Clair Local Health Integration Network.
Francis “Annie” Emerson turned 101 on Thursday, July 31. Francis and her late husband Joe Emerson farmed for more than 60 years on Highway #3 between Wheatley and Leamington. Francis now resides at Erie Glen Manor. Family and friends held a birthday celebration at Erie Glen on Thursday. Pictured here with Francis are her grandsons David Tell, left and Joe Tell, right and great grandson Emerson Tell, centre. When asked what her secret to a long life was, she simply responded, “work and good nature.” Her granddaughter described her as a very positive thinking person as well. “I enjoy my grandchildren and great grandchildren,” she said. (SUN Photo)
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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
Finances are on your mind this week, Aries. You could be driven now more than ever to get your ducks in a row. Expect such tasks to be a bit stressful but ultimately worth it.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, avoid being sidetracked by some familiar obstacles. Even with the best intentions you can get pushed off target. Pay attention and stick with it.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21
Gemini, it may be tempting to set aside responsibilities in favor of more exciting experiences. But the real opportunities for adventure come from making commitments and goals.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, you may finally be ready to express feelings that you have been keeping to yourself. If you are worried about how others will respond, don't be. You have accepting friends.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, do not deny yourself some pleasure, especially if you have been putting in a lot of work and effort to attain your goals. Enjoy a little down time when you can.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, you cherish your time with friends and family this week, spending as many free moments with them as possible. In the coming days, carve out some alone time for yourself.
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, you are no stranger to meeting other people's demands, but you need to be very firm about what you want right now. Work with others but make your opinions known as well.
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SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, your intensity helps you get through some difficult projects in the weeks ahead. Be sure to make some time for rest and relaxation once your projects are finished.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21
Sagittarius, there is a lot more going on in your life now than meets the eye. Moves that you make could be crucial to your success, so do your best to make sure you make the right choices.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20
Capricorn, expect some initial dissent when you propose an unorthodox solution to a problem. Don't worry much, as others will come around when the plan starts to work.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18
Do not allow your emotions to get the better of you this week, Aquarius. Steer clear of confusing issues and do not delve too deeply into things you don't understand.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, expect to be acknowledged for some special contributions this week. Stand up and take your bow with grace and appreciation.
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Looking Back
By C. Scott Holland
Author’s Note: This is the first in a series of pieces looking back at the people, events, and conditions surrounding and affecting Leamington during WW1.
When WW1 broke out in August 1914, Leamington – and all of Canada – were small players on the world stage. The town’s economy was based mostly around its agricultural sector. Tobacco was the big crop and tomatoes were just becoming an important crop for area farmers.
The Heinz company was barely established and tomatoes were far from its biggest asset. Another decade would pass before Leamington would become the Tomato Capital of Canada and the world.
There were no large grocery stores or department stores or malls. Everything could be found in the small shops that lined Leamington’s two downtown streets. Admission to the Lyric Theatre was 10 and 15 cents; a man’s suit ran anywhere from $8.90 to $15.75; a women’s sweater/coat was $2.65; and 100 pounds of granulated sugar cost $6.75. Cars were not a common sight and a new Ford cost anywhere from $540 to $1,150 depending on the model. Travel was still mostly by horse and wagon or by train, and many folks walked to wherever they were going.
Most of Leamington’s citizens were of British heritage and thus sympathized with the British when war was declared on August 4, 1914. Yet despite the large number of British in the region, it wasn’t until October when William T. Gregory, a transplanted American and staunch British supporter, fervently sought support for the war effort.
Those that enlisted initially went to Amherstburg where they began their training.
Leamington’s citizens received their first taste of what was going on across the Atlantic Ocean on Jan. 21, 1915 when Lt.-Col. Ernest S. Wigle O.C. of the 18th Battalion CEF had a thank you letter printed in the Leamington Post & News. In that letter he profusely applauded William T. Gregory for his efforts and the arrival of a large number of socks (about 1,200) to the troops who were training in London (England).
Names and amounts of money given to the Canadian Patriotic Fund since it started in October 1914 were posted in the Jan. 28, 1915 write-up and gives one an idea of just
7-year-old enjoys helping others
What started out as extra homework resulted in Gabriella (Gabby) Wilkinson, age 7, discovering a way to make a difference by helping others.
When Gabby was 6 she was having trouble with patterns in math, so she was given a variety of beads that she used to make bracelets as a way of practicing patterns. She ended up with a bunch of bracelets that neither she nor her mother Sarah were quite sure what to do with. Gabby had the idea of selling them at Art for Alzheimer’s in Windsor and raised over $63, which she in turn donated. She enjoyed it so much that she wanted to keep on doing it.
Gabby, with the help of her family, sets up her Gabby’s Gifts booth at area bazaars, festivals and events and sells items such as bracelets, key chains and tea boxes, which she makes, and then all of the money she raises is given to her charities. So far this year the young philanthropist has given donations totalling over $1,000 to breast cancer, prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, autism, the Downtown Mission, the Food Bank, and therapeutic horseback riding for children. She also sponsors two children at World Vision.
Gabby’s booth was set up on Erie St. N. during Leamington’s Sidewalk Sale, July 25-26, with a goal of raising money for the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre, Met Campus.
“I want to raise money for charity because people need help sometimes and I want to help if I can,” said Gabby.
Gabby will be at Seacliff Park on Fri. Aug. 15 and Sat. Aug. 16 during Tomato Fest. She has decided that the money she raises that weekend will be given to breast cancer and autism. For more information check out Gabby’s facebook page at www.facebook.com/gabby.wilkinson.98
how Leamington and Mersea Township cared. Over $20,000 had been raised and was divided into three amounts and causes: the Belgium Relief Fund, the Canadian Red Cross and the Canadian Patriotic Fund. Money for the war effort was precious and as one speaker in Ottawa implied, “One dollar will save the life of one soldier.”
By early February, the Post & News began listing its “Honor Roll” of people and the amounts they pledged. But for area residents the reality of WW1 hit them when during the week of Feb. 11, 1915 when the 7th Mounted Rifles troop left Amherstburg and headed for London. Quickly on the heels of that was the Canadian government’s February budget in which the Canadian War Tax was implemented by the Honorable W.T. White, Minister of Finance. While there was no income tax, tax increases of anywhere from one to 25 cents hit many goods and services and included War Stamps. Those severe hikes, hitting everything from stamps to travel, would be the beginning of many hardships both at home and on the war front for the next four years.
155th Comber
Fair
8, 9 & 10, 2014
Gabby Wilkinson enjoys making bracelets and other items, which she sells and then donates the money to various charities. She had a booth at Leamington Sidewalk Sake where she raised money for Windsor Regional Cancer Centre. Gabby is pictured here with customers Lydia Gruber (left) and Lou Wiens.
Chamber kiosk restored, info booth reopened
By Bryan Jessop
The Leamington and District Chamber of Commerce has addressed issues in two locations that are close enough to cast shadows on each other during different
times of the day. In May of this year, the Chamber re-opened the Leamington tourist and information booth — known throughout the community
as The Big Tomato — following a controversial decision about a year ago to close its doors. More recently, the nearby kiosk was restored back to its former glory thanks to a gesture by LDCOC member Grossi Construction. Both were originally introduced to Leamington in 1961.
The Big Tomato, which normally provides literature on community events and programs to residents and visitors alike from the Victoria Day weekend to Labour Day weekend (depending on weather conditions), was closed in early August of 2013 following the end of a tenure served there by a local student.
After several volunteers stepped forward to run the iconic landmark, however, the Chamber was able to again open the booth for service. To date, the facility is operated by 34 local volunteers, most of them seniors.
The kiosk located immediately north of the booth had been subject to significant weather-inflicted damage over the past several years and became a focal point of concern by Chamber membership. The organization’s general manager Wendy Parsons and president Dave Campbell sat down to discuss a cost-effec-
tive means of refurbishing the structure when Parsons suggested Gross Construction as a potential solution. Campbell, who trains with Grossi Construction president Anthony Grossi as a fellow triathlete, asked his athletic cohort what could be done to improve the kiosk aesthetically.
“He just stepped forward for us without hesitation,” Parsons explained. “He’s (Grossi) great at giving back to the community.”
Along with a couple of employees, Grossi replaced
the kiosk’s dilapidated roof with a poly-carbonate top, replaced numerous boards at the base that had fallen apart, sanded the wood components and re-stained the lumber. The work took approximately five work days and was completed four weeks ago. All materials and labour were provided free of charge.
“Those are the two groups that are going to be the reason why Leamington comes back,” said Campbell. “Young entrepreneurs and
volunteer seniors are the ones who will help Leamington fly.”
The Leamington and District Chamber of Commerce is still in search of volunteers to operate the tourist and information booth. Parsons explained that it is challenging to find people who are able to offer their time for the booth during weekends. Anyone interested in volunteering to run the tourist and information booth can contact the Chamber at 519-326-2721.
Mincity Designs has been custom screen printing in Leamington since 1994. Owned and operated by Michelle Bezaire, the business was started after years of volunteering to draw artwork for others to have printed on t-shirts for their groups events. Faced with unemployment, Michelle decided to start her own business and print the t-shirts herself. “I had the smarts and the ambition, so why not give it a try”, said Michelle.
After purchasing some used and some new equipment, Michelle built her own exposure unit, with help from her Dad, which she still uses today. “Itʼs been a lot of hard work, but a lot of fun too”, she said. “Creating logos for new businesses and sports teams is the fun part. And itʼs satisfying to spot the shirts you printed in a volleyball game down on Seacliff Beach or in a photo in the Southpoint Sun.”
Michelle also found working at home to be a great gig for a single mom. Her son, two years old when the business was started, is soon turning 23. “Heʼs a big
part of the operation now, and the best part about working with Nigel is his sense of humour”, said Michelle. “He makes me laugh every day, mostly at myself of course!”
Itʼs the attention to detail, quality workmanship, competitive pricing, and quick turn-around that bring customers back to Mincity Designs. The very first customer to place an order, Johnnyʼs Gas Bar, still buys their staff shirts from Mincity twenty years later. Mincity offers a wide variety of t-shirts, golf shirts, hoodies, jackets, hats, aprons, tote bags and more, most of which are shown on the business site www.mincitydesigns.com
So whether you have a business of your own, play team sports, belong to a community group, organize a big event, or are looking for school spirit wear, let the twenty years of experience at Mincity Designs help make your goal a success by calling 519-322-5477 or emailing michelle@mincitydesigns.com
From left to right, Leamington and District Chamber of Commerce member Anthony Grossi, general manager Wendy Parsons and president Dave Campbell gather between the Chamber’s newly-restored kiosk and tourist information booth. Grossi, as president of Grossi Construction, had the kiosk refurbished free of charge. The tourist information booth — known across Leamington and beyond as The Big Tomato — opened this spring after public backlash in response to its closure in August of last year.
Mark and Robin Taylor of Omaha, Nebraska (far left and second from right), Lynne Huybers of Tecumseh and “Grandpa” Bob Facca of London, Ont. begin their Leamington leg of the Grandpa Bob’s 4,000 km Walk for Louie, starting at the TSC parking lot on the morning of Wednesday, July 30. The walk, in support of Jesse’s Journey, is raising money for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy research. Facca’s grandson Louie, now six years of age, was diagnosed with Duchenne at the age of two-and-a-half. The fundraiser began in Quebec City on May 12.
Jesse’s Journey fundraiser reaches Leamington
By Bryan Jessop
the most common type of MD among children, affecting one in every 4,000 boys. The defective gene is found on the X chromosome and therefore primarily affects males, typically starting at the age of 2.5 to three years. Most DMD patients are unable to walk by the age of 12 to 15 and on average, die in their mid to late 20s.
Since starting the 4,000 km voyage in May, Facca has been joined by various friends and family members, walking an average of 20 km per day. He is accompanied by three or four fellow walkers on most days, although the number swelled to about 100 upon reaching his home town of London. In Leamington, Facca was joined by his son’s in-laws Mark and Robin Taylor of Omaha, Nebraska as well as Lynne Huybers of Tecumseh. He was left to walk alone for only a five-kilometre stretch on one day of the fundraiser.
“It’s been a good journey,” Facca said just prior to starting the Leamington leg of his walk from the TSC parking lot. “People have been so nice to us and are very generous. Fire departments, police departments and the media have been great. We need that to make this work.”
Facca explained that he is thrilled with the outpouring of support from the public, which donated just under $560,000 by the time he reached Leamington. Many motorists, pedestrians and store owners and patrons stopped to donate money during his walk, including several as the group made its way along Talbot Street, Mill Street, Erie Street and Seacliff Drive in Leamington.
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A trek that began in the Quebec capital to end in the Manitoba capital has made its way through the tomato capital. Grandpa Bob’s 4,000 km Walk For Louie made a stop in Leamington on the morning of Wednesday, July 30, where the steady flow of public support for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy research fundraising continued. London, Ont. business owner Bob Facca started the initiative May 12 in Quebec City in support of his now six-year-old grandson Louie, who was diagnosed with the disease at the age of two-and-a-half. The fundraiser, organized in support of Jesse’s Journey, is scheduled to end Dec. 9 of this year in Winnipeg.
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) — a genetic condition that gradually weakens the body’s muscles — is
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Jesse’s Journey fundraiser reaches Leamington
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“Leamington has been great,” Facca said upon reaching the Big Tomato tourist information booth on Talbot Street West. “It’s been a wonderful start to the day.”
In addition to handing over cash and cheques, residents of the communities Grandpa Bob’s tour has visited have routinely offered food, water and showering accommodations.
“It’s a great group of citizens we have here in Canada,” Facca said. “They’re what makes this such a great country. They see the cause and they’re grateful for the
chance to be involved.”
Leamington represented the approximate 1,500 km mark in the fundraiser, with Owen Sound estimated as the walk’s halfway point en route to Winnipeg. Facca and his entourage proceeded from Leamington to Kingsville the day after arriving in Chatham and Tilbury.
Family members including his son, nieces and mother await his arrival in Windsor, where Facca lived and attended courses at St. Clair College before moving to London at the age of 25.
With ample sponsorship from businesses across the three involved provinces,
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HIPHOP and CIRCLE DANCE CAMP
August 4 – 8
For children ages 9 - l2. However, if there are some eight yearolds and thirteen year - olds who are interested, please do not hesitate to call 5l9-839-4347. Registration is $75 per child. Mornings only. Healthy snacks are provided.
HIPHOP is self-explanatory. Circle Dance is similar to line dancing, except that it takes place in a circle. The focus is on movement, rhythm and fun! Please know that no previous dance experience is required.
Circle Dance Instructor: Edward Mulcaster. Assistant: Helga Enns.
Hip Hop Instructor: Morgan Malott. Assistant: Spencer Malott. These two sisters did a dance routine at our Third Annual Fish Fry at The Wheatley Legion, and blew the audience away with their performance.
By this time in the summer, kids are starting to get bored. What a perfect way to keep them active and away from their computers, etc. They are more than ready for a camp that is in the mornings only.
To register, call 5l9-839-4347.
AUDITIONS
For Norm Foster’s play, “WRONG for EACH OTHER”
One Female – 25 to 35 years of age.
One Male – 25 to 35 years of age. Do not be deterred by the age. There are people 45 years of age who could easily pass for 35.
If you look much younger than your biological age, please feel free to call the following phone number and set up an audition time. 5l9-988-6950.
The performance dates for “WRONG FOR EACH OTHER” October l7, l8 and l9 and October 24, 25 and 26.
New Member
Move over, Bill Hutchinson. At ninety years of age you are no longer the oldest member of the Sun Parlour Players Community Theatre. Ann Spaunburg, ninety-four years old, has recently joined the SPPCT and attended her first performance at The Bank Theatre. She had been concerned about accessibility, and was delighted to find the theatre totally accommodating to older people with mobility issues. Ann has attended productions at Blythe, Grand Bend, Petrolia, St. Mary’s, Strathroy and Pelee Island, just to name a few. Now she will be attending productions in Leamington at The Bank Theatre. Coincidentally, the last play she enjoyed on Pelee Island was “THE FOURSOME,” by Norm Foster. She fully intends to see “WRONG FOR EACH OTHER,” another Norm Foster play at The Bank Theatre this October.
Follow The Bank Theatre on Facebook www.facebook.com/TheBankTheatre Email: banktheatre@gmail.com Website: www.banktheatre.com
Grandpa Bob’s 4,000 km Walk
For Louie will be able to direct all proceeds towards DMD research.
Facca credits Jesse’s Journey founder John Davidson as a major source of inspiration for his own large-scale expedition. Davidson brought life to the cause of supporting DMD research in 1995 when he pushed his 15-year-old son Jesse in a wheelchair across Ontario — a distance of 3,339 km.
Three years later, Davidson embarked on an 8,300 km-trek across Canada, adding $2 million in donations to the $1.5 million in fundraising he generated in 1995.
To date, Jesse’s Journey has supported about $6 million in DMD research with a current endowment of about $11 million.
“If it wasn’t for him, we
wouldn’t be as close to treatment as we are,” Facca said of Davidson. “He’s a great guy.”
About three years ago, Facca conducted a 500 km-walk from Owen Sound to London, generating another $250,000 towards the Jesse’s Journey cause. In much the same fashion as his current walk, small towns along the way greeted him with droves of support.
“Small towns are the best,” Facca said. “Big towns and cities have faster traffic that tends to zoom right by you. In smaller towns, people are just amazing with what they’ll do to help.”
Those unable to meet Facca and his supporters in person along their travels are able to support the cause online by logging onto www.jessesjourney.com or by texting “Bob” to 45678. Upon accessing the website, click on “Give Now to Grandpa Bob’s Walk” to make a donation.
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TUESDAY EVENINGS - The Leamington dancing circle has survived the winter! Our past dancing friends, and hopefully some new ones, can find us in the main building of the Kiwanis camp at 1948 Seacliff Drive Kingsville (between the Albuna townline and Ruthven), on Tuesday evenings. We do more spirited dances from 7:00 to 8:00 pm, and more meditative ones from 8:00 to 9:00 pm. Visitors are welcome to drop by and see what we do. All dances are taught, and no partner is needed.
LOOKING TO REVIVE THE ESSEX COUNTY JUNIOR FARMERS. Are you 15-29 with an interest in agriculture or farming? Contact Nic Willemsma at sirnic16@gmail.com if interested or if you have any questions. You don't have to be from a farm to enjoy being part of this group!
SATURDAY MORNINGS - Yoga in the Park takes place at Seacliff Park on Saturday mornings, 9:0010:00 a.m. until August 16, weather permitting. Free sessions, with
donations being accepted to be presented at Yoga4Hope for the Parkinson's Society.
LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR
CLINIC - Wednesday, August 6 1:00 - 7:00 p.m., Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. Your help is needed. The national inventory is the lowest it has been in more than 5 years at this time of year. Bring a friend and donate. Call 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888-2366283) to book an appointment. Walk-ins and new donors welcome.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6Shooters Photography Club meets 7:00 - 10:00 p.m., Migration Hall Community Room, 170 Main. St. E., Kingsville. Visit facebook.com for meeting and club info, for contact George at gschiefer@cogeco.ca. Everyone welcome!
SUNDAY, AUGUST 10 - The Pelee Past Questers will meet 11:00 a.m., at John R. Park Homestead for demonstration of lost art of sustainability and the Blueberry
Festival. Meet in SW corner of RCSS parking lot for car pooling. Self-hosted lunch to follow. Guests welcome. For more info call Jackie at 519-326-1361.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 16Leamington Family Knit/Looming Club meets 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., at Leamington Library, 1 John St. All skill levels are invited to attend. This family knitting club teaches kids to make a baby hat for donation to a baby in hospital. Parents and grandparents are encouraged to attend too!
TUESDAY, AUGUST 19 - FREE Promoting Early Development for Newborns to Age 5, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m., KEYS at Access, 23 Mill St. W. (Lions Club building), Kingsville. Hosted by Children First and the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit. For info call Family Health Hotline 519-258-2146 ext. 1350.
MONDAY, AUGUST 25 -Free dinner at Knox Presbyterian Church at 5:00 p.m. for those in need of food and fellowship.
Due to the Civic Holiday on Monday, the movie listings were not available at press time. Please check our facebook page for this week’s movie listings imaginecinemas.com Sorry for any inconvenience.
Bob Facca of London, Ont. (back centre) is greeted by supporters during his trip through Leamington as part of Grandpa Bob’s 4,000 km Walk For Louie on Wednesday, July 30. The seven-month fundraiser began in Quebec City on May 12 and is being done in support of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy research.
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Leamington Fire Services deputy chief Mike Ciacelli gives Bob Facca a few toy firefighter helmets for his grandchildren during Facca’s stop in Leamington during Grandpa Bob’s 4,000 km Walk For Louie Wednesday, July 30. (SUN Photo)
Wheatley park reaches half-century milestone
By Bryan Jessop
One of Southern Ontario’s most valuable environmental gems has been shining to the general public for half a century.
Wheatley Provincial Park first became accessible to the general public on Friday, July 24 of 1964, about seven years before it was officially incorporated under the same name by the Ontario government’s Department of Lands and Forests. The park was launched with humble beginnings, as then-acting superintendent Emil Jackson and a crew of five workers were still installing toilets, picnic tables, a tool shed and building the office when guests began arriving in 1964 — the same year Tim Hortons opened its first restaurant in Hamilton and The Beatles arrived for the first time in North America.
The park also opened without running water available to its guests, although picnickers and campers were treated to free admission for the facility’s first year of operation. Jackson and his crew were still clearing much of the 404-acre site, purchased for a total sum of $330,000 by the Department of Public Works on behalf of the DLF from several land owners.
The park began finding sellers in April of 1964 and in its earlier days, included the superintendent’s home within close proximity to the main entrance on Klondyke Road. About two months prior to opening, a plot of land was sold to the park by Bruce Coulter. About 60 acres was also acquired that year from Catherine Harter.
Wheatley Provincial Park began expanding shortly after it opened, including a purchase of 16 acres from the Ernwigle Boy Scout Camp on April 16, 1968 for a sum of $37,500. One year earlier, about 43 acres were sold to the park by the Nelson family. The first addition after the initial opening was bought on Aug. 5, 1964 from J.W. MacIntosh. Once the ongoing purchases were completed, Wheatley Provincial Park grew from just over 400 acres to the 596 acres it rests on today.
Although the 50-year anniversary of the park’s opening was met with little fanfare, it became an ideal moment to reflect on the facility’s past.
“I remember when the Highlands (Campground) was an open hay field,” said acting superintendent Jim Wigle, who was five years old when visitors were first permitted to enter the park. “Development for the park started there with planting pine and spruce trees.”
Wigle, who recalls a gatehouse situated at the front of the main entrance, began working at Wheatley Provincial Park 28 years ago and served as warden there before becoming superintendent.
Currently, the park is a popular destination for campers, day visitors and families, canoeing, swimming, biking, recreational fishing, hiking and bird watching. Wigle noted that Wheatley Provincial Park’s status as a bird watching destination is rivaled only by Point Pelee National Park and Rondeau Provincial Park. The site’s resilient habitats make it an ideal region for several wildlife species, including many of the same birds that bring thousands of visitors to nearby Point Pelee during the month of May every year.
“Our pride and joy is the Carolinian Forest,” he explained. “There’s a lot of biodiversity here.”
The region of Lake Erie waters immediately south of the park consistently run at colder temperatures than nearby zones, allowing for better water quality than locations as close by as lake areas immediately west of Point Pelee.
The park is home to many tree species including multiple types of maple, oak, tulip, sassafras, black cherry, walnut, sycamore, hickory, pine and spruces. As was the case with many regions across Ontario, the park’s ash tree population was entirely wiped out by the invasive emerald ash borer.
Currently, Phragmites is the park’s top concern on the invasive species list. The tall, reed-like perennial grass is choking off cat tail populations in marsh areas and because of its dense growth and height that easily reaches 13 feet, is not inhabitable for wildlife that once found refuge within the now diminished numbers of cat tails.
“It’s a nasty invasive that we just don’t know how to control,” said Wigle.
Among the more positive developments at Wheatley Provincial Park over the past half century was the introduction of Earth Bins in
August of last year. The waste management system, consisting of hard, plastic tubes situated mostly underground, are still sparsely used. Wigle noted that a handful of schools use the devices, which are essentially tubes used in the same way as Algonquin Park’s moloks — in-ground cylinders fitted with sock-like sleeves that allow garbage to be stored at cooler temperatures. The local Earth Bins can hold a capacity of 6.5 yards of waste, which emits less odor because of the cooler, underground temperatures.
Additionally, Middle Creek Campground hydro pedestals have also been upgraded while playground areas have been treated to new swings. In the nottoo-distant future, Wigle also hopes to see the 1970sera comfort stations replaced. He also hopes to see both the Boosey Creek Campground and Two Creeks Campground bridges replaced as early as next year. In the event that funding allows for the replacement of one but not the other, to Boosey bridge would likely be replaced first.
Last year, 63,632 guests visited Wheatley Provincial Park. An estimated five-sixths were campers while the remainder were day-use visitors. The number fell just shy of 2012’s yearround attendance of 63,714, which featured the same ratio of campers to day-use patrons. The four campgrounds — Boosey, Middle Creek, Two Creeks and Highlands — offer assorted levels of amenities. Boosey’s grounds offer a more rustic atmosphere, with no electrical access, prohibited use of radios and uneven trails that make sites inaccessible to trailers.
Annual events at Wheatley Provincial Park include an Easter egg hunt, chili cookoff, Thanksgiving Saturday trick-or-treating beginning at 6 p.m. and the Kids Fishing Derby. The derby will be held Aug. 23 and 24 this year to kids 15 and under. Hours will be 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. to noon on Sunday.
“If you have a kid who you’d like to introduce to fishing, this is a great way to do
it,” Wigle said, noting that more than 100 kids participate every year.
For more information on Wheatley Provincial Park and its attractions, visit the website www.ontarioparks.com/ park/wheatley or contact the facility at 519-825-4659.
A deer forages for a late morning snack Thursday, July 24 at Wheatley Provincial Park — the 50th anniversary of the date the site first opened its gates to the general public.
A sign on Wheatley’s Klondyke Road notes the nearby Wheatley Provincial Park, a popular birding destination for wildlife enthusiasts. The park officially opened its gates to the general public 50 years ago on Friday, July 24 in 1964.
The Churches of Leamington and District Welcome You
grab it before the dozens of other competitors during the 13th annual Sun Parlour Rodeo Saturday, Aug. 2. The two-day event drew a combined audience of about 4,500 people.
Rodeo draws big crowds despite rain
By Bryan Jessop
Despite soggy weather conditions, the 13th annual Sun Parlour Rodeo was anything but unlucky.
Again organized by the Pavao family and Nelson Carvalho, this year’s installment of the local stop in the Rawhide Rodeo tour drew approximately 4,500 spectators. The dust and dirt kicked up during the 13 different competitions was replaced by mud for the Saturday, Aug. 2 edition of the rodeo. Because of those rain-soaked circumstances, explained Stephanie Pavao, Sunday’s audience turnout was somewhat larger than Saturday’s.
“It was a fantastic turnout,” said Stephanie, who organizes the rodeo along with twin sister Vanessa, sister Jen, and parents John and Rina Pavao. “The feedback from the community was very positive. Everyone loved Brinson (James).” Brinson James, a renowned rodeo clown and commentator hailing from Florida, paid his first-ever visit to the Sun Parlour Rodeo this year. In his first year with Rawhide Rodeo — the organization responsible for registering contestants and providing the ‘animal athletes’ — James amused and wowed the crowds with comical antics and trick roping demonstrations.
Although the 4,500 spectators were just shy of last year’s Sun Parlour Rodeo record of 5,000 — the 2013 edition was greeted by ideal weather throughout the weekend — sponsorship support was better than ever for 2014. More than 200 local organizations and businesses stepped forward this year to sponsor chutes, banners and/or the event in general. Stephanie explained that it will be another couple months before this year’s proceeds are added up, as sponsor contributions continue to come in and expenses are still being tabulated. Organizers hope to match last year’s $30,000, which brought the combined fundrais-
ing total since 2001 up to $208,500.
“We truly and honestly want to thank sponsors and the community support for making this happen,” said Stephanie, who noted that all proceeds this year will be donated to Hospice of Windsor Essex County Inc.’s Erie Shores campus to be constructed in Leamington. “They’ve been behind us 100 per cent. None of this would be possible without our sponsors and the community.”
Essentially, the Sun Parlour Rodeo has set out to pay for one of the future Leamington hospice’s 10 rooms.
“We’ll be working on that until we have it paid off,” Stephanie explained.
Funds were also raised through pony rides and through food and concession sales. This year, Rawhide Rodeo surprised the organizers by bringing a mechanical bull made available to spectators.
Preparation for the 2015 Sun Parlour Rodeo will ramp up for the Pavaos late December, early January. Local businesses and groups interested in offering sponsorship for future Sun Parlour Rodeos can contact John Pavao at 519796-0151.
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A crowd of youths chases down a sheep wearing a bandana that earned a prize for the participant quick enough to
Gladiolus provide summer colour in the garden
Planted in the garden, most gladiolus varieties today will bloom in about 90 days. For cut flowers all summer use a staggered planting schedule, planting a few glad bulbs every 10 to 14 days for about 10 weeks. This will help extend the blooming period throughout the summer to fall.
In the back yard...
Some bulbs will produce a bloom twice if the first flower is removed as soon as it starts to bloom. This is easily done by sliding the knife down the stem and bending the spike to the side, letting the base snap at the knife. Be careful not remove any of the leaves from the stem when cutting the bloom.
Essex County Regional OFA meeting
Gladiola bulbs are actually corms, not bulbs. Many gardeners use the word “bulb” to refer to any plant that stores energy underground.
To help prevent glads from tipping over in the wind, try planting the corm on its side. The shoots will grow sideways for several inches before growing upright. The extra width of the sideways growth will help stabilize the flower stem.
Another method is to hill the soil around the stem as you would hill potatoes or corn. Wait until the stems are 10 to 12 inches tall before you start to hill them up.
Plant 6 or 8 corms together in the same hole. This will make a sturdy cluster.
The best time to cut spikes is when one or two of the flowers start to show colour. Cut the stem on a 45º angle to allow the stem to stand on the point, allowing the entire cut surface to take on water easily.
The Essex County Regional OFA meeting is being held on Wednesday, August 13. This meeting is the opportunity to choose who will represent Essex County members at OFA Policy meetings for the next year and who will be elected to attend the OFA Convention being held in November. To be eligible to vote you must present your 2014 OFA card that evening. If you have not received your card or have questions about your membership, contact Gayle Bogart at 519-776-7960.
Two Creeks welcomes Essex County Ramblers
The variety of musical acts that perform at Two Creeks Summer Concerts is both amazing and delightful. Just lately, concert-goers have enjoyed rock ’n’ roll, a brass quintet, and this coming Sunday evening bluegrass.
The Essex County Ramblers (ECR) are a talented and well-known bluegrass quartet who have opened for such celebrities as the Crowe Brothers of North Carolina, Jerry Butler and the Blu-J’s, and Butch Haller. ECR is made up of Larry Lott, Joe Derikx, Billy Mckenzie,and Doug Meloche, and whether on banjo, mandolin, guitar bass or fiddle they get into the music of classic country and gospel.
Cut the gladiolus flowers either in early morning or late afternoon and use cut flower preservative and warm water. Changing the water frequently is important, and the glads will remain beautiful in a flower vase up to two full weeks, especially if you cut the spike when the first floret starts to show colour. Gladiolus bring beauty and colour to the gardens and flowerbeds throughout the summer.
This event will take place at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens starting at 6 p.m. The evening will include the meeting, dinner and a guest speaker. Advance tickets only by Monday, August 11. Contact a director or call the office at 519-7765159 for details.
All are welcome to enjoy the sounds at Two Creeks Conservation Area’s natural amphitheatre located just north of Wheatley on Erie Street (a.k.a. Kent Road #1). If the weather doesn’t co-operate the concert is moved into the large pavilion area. Bring your own lawn chair or use one of the benches provided. There is no set fee to attend; give what you want, if you want. Sample the snacks and drinks offered by Wheatley Scouts. It’s just a good, fun, old-time evening.
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Wife’s lipstick brought ’67
Pontiac GTO into Canada
Bill Stasso of Leamington writes: “In 1983 I was looking for a nice second car. While at a summer car show in Ohio, I spotted a numbers-matching 1967 GTO sport coupe (pillared) with low miles and desirable options. My wife Marianne reminded me that the car we were looking for needed to be practical and driven 365 days a year. I assured her this would be perfect and a good investment as well.
“That fall, Marianne, her brother George and I ventured to Ohio to close the deal. Price was agreed upon, for which I brought cash, but the plates did not have a proper year sticker on them, having a blue colour instead of the current red. The seller suggested we come back next week at which time the right sticker would be in place.
“Of course, having driven several hundred miles, I wanted to drive the car home right away. Some carefully applied lipstick from Marianne’s purse and voila! The blue sticker was now red! Solutions to problems seemed simpler back then.” Bill reports that his ’67 GTO sailed right through Customs into Canada without any officers noticing the lipstick on his rear plate.
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Bill continues: “True to the agreed terms, I drove that car every day to work, much to the horror of my co-workers. People still stop me to talk about seeing this classic being driven regularly through the snow. In all those years, I encountered only one unfortunate incident. In October 1993 the car was stolen – but quickly recovered with the help of some observant friends who knew me and the car (this is a story in itself). In total, I drove the car every day for 13 consecutive years before retiring it strictly for cruising.”
Bill’s ’67 GTO has a 400 cubic inch motor with the optional HO (high output) 360 hp engine, 4-speed with console, power steering and power brakes, tilt sport steering wheel, AM radio, power seat with front head rests, power trunk release, power rear antenna, rear window defogger, tinted windshield, tachometer mounted on the hood, in-dash clock, Rally 11 wheels, and limited slip differential. Pontiac had come a long way since 1926!
Of the three GTO body styles for 1967, the pillared coupe is the rarest with only 8% of the total. Power front disc brakes were offered for the first time. A new hood mounted tachometer was optional. And finally, you could order an under-dash 8-track player but it was the size of a small microwave!
You can see Bill’s ’67 GTO and lots of other classic cars at this year’s Tomato Festival Car Show at the Roma Club in Leamington on Sunday, August 17. For more details, go to www.LeamingtonCarShow.co.
I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington,
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To our father, George "Mitch" Mitchell. We may have been in and out of your life from time to time, but you will always be our father. We will never see you again except in pictures and memories. We will say good-bye for now.
Lovingly remembered by your children Kim Mitchell & husband Brian Heydon, William "Billy" Mitchell, Sandra Mitchell & husband Dave Palesh; your grandchildren Jodi, Derek and Chloe; and great-grandchildren Bailey and Kendall.
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Bill Stasso’s 1967 Pontiac GTO. Note tachometer on hood.
Marilyn & John (Bud) Jackson
John (Bud) and Marilyn Jackson were married August 13, 1954 at St. Paul's Cathedral in London, Ontario.
Erin Natalie Clarke Shanks, daughter of Neil and Anita Shanks of Romney, granddaughter of Bill and Audrey Shanks of Romney, and Derik Daniel Hyatt, son of Daniel Hyatt and Mary Ann Kern of Leamington, step-son of Terry Kern of Leamington, are happy to announce their upcoming wedding on August 16, 2014 in Kingsville.
a 2002 graduate of Leamington District Secondary School, and Derik a 2000 graduate of Leamington District Secondary School, have been together since 2006.
Sun Parlour Rodeo
Saturday, Aug. 2. The two-day event drew a combined audience of about 4,500 people.
Leamington Marina Presents Summer Outdoor Big Screen Movie Night Series - Showtime 9 pm Come out early for some wood fired pizza and cookies right out of the oven. Bring family and friends and enjoy! Bring a lawn chair. Concessions available.
Fri. August 22 - The Blind Side Sponsored by Leamington BIA
Rodeo clown Brinson James of Florida performs some trick roping maneuvers.
Neil Adams of Harrow rides on as the overall winner of the Sun Parlour Rodeo’s mutton busting competition. Adams became a five-time overall winner of the event. A contestant in the steer wrestling event grabs hold of his target as he dismounts from his horse during the 13th annual Sun Parlour Rodeo.
Joe Courville gets the show started in the bareback bronc riding event during the 13th annual Sun Parlour Rodeo.
Shawn Minor and his horse are released from the chute during the bareback bronc riding segment.
Teichroeb
a good luck charm for Bantam Lakers
Jesse Teichroeb loves baseball.
Jesse is a first baseman and pitcher for the Windsor Family Credit Union team in the Leamington Minor Baseball Mosquito division. He is also an AP for the Leamington Mosquito Lakers travel team. And in his spare time he is the bat boy for the Leamington Bantam Lakers.
“We haven’t lost a game since Jesse has been coming out,” said Bantam Lakers coach Chris Lamotte.
“We did lose one, but Jesse was actually late getting there so technically we haven’t lost a game that he has been at in its entirety,” clarifies Lamotte. Jesse was late that game because he had to finish some chores at home.
Originally, Lamotte was going to approach the Rookie Lakers to see if any of their players were interested in being the team’s bat boy. But with many conflicting game dates and weekend tournaments, they shelved the idea. That was before they met Jesse’ brother Brandon, who plays for the Bantam Lakers.
Jesse was hanging around watching one of the practices and waiting for his brother. He was curious and had a ton of baseball questions for the Bantam staff, so one of the coaches asked him if he wanted to help out. Jesse jumped at the chance.
Getting approval from his parents was easy. “He just loves the game,” said his mother Helen. “He looks so forward to every game. When we went to the Kincardine tournament the players included him in everything and everyone made him feel part of the team.”
The team really likes having him around. Many call him ‘The Body’, a nickname he garnered years ago from a Rookie house league coach who, while helping coach Trevor Murray, resorted to calling him ‘Jesse The Body’ when he couldn’t remember his last name. Jesse is too young to know who Jesse ‘The Body’ was. So Helen and he googled it one day to learn that Jesse ‘The Body’ Ventura was a famous and popular WWF wrestler and a former Governor of Minnesota.
Last weekend Jesse’s house league team was playing in the South Shore Interlock championship tournament and some of the Lakers players dropped by to cheer him on.
“Jesse has a real passion for baseball... he was a delight to coach. He reminds me of the kids from the movie The Sandlot – he could play ball all day long if you let him,” said Tony DeSantis, one of his house league coaches. “Wouldn’t surprise me if he sleeps with his glove under his pillow at night.”
“He is our good luck charm,” said Laker’s pitcher/third baseman Aidan Massad. Jesse’s team came second in the Mosquito tournament, losing a close game 7-6 in extra innings to Leamington Chrysler in the finals, so now he can concentrate on his bat boy duties as the Bantam Lakers prepare to compete in the Baseball Ontario Bantam “B” championship in Stratford on Labour Day weekend.
Jesse plans on being there. “We are counting on him,” said Laker’s coach John Wall.
LDMBA Jr. Girls Champions
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LDMBA 2014 Junior Girls Champions. Team members, front left to right: Abbi Neufeld, Jasmine Durocher, Megan Durocher, Hannah Dyck, Chantal Janik, Makenna Wall. Middle row: Ella Ricio Durocher, Samantha Wall, Autumn Dyck, Shannon Harris, Danica DeSantis. Back row: Coaches Susie Wall, Eva Wiebe, Carrie Dyck, Lisa Neufeld. Absent from photo: Grace O’beid. The team is sponsored by Leamington Animal Hospital. (Submited photo)
Jesse Teichroeb
Senior golf not hampered by wet conditions
On July 28 the weatherman was up to his Monday morning soggy day tricks. A Sunday evening storm left the course wet enough to cancel all electric carts from operating for the whole day. Once again the golfers requiring one were unable to golf. This left just 39 golfers to walk the soggy, windy course.
The course conditions didn’t seem to hamper the playing of Ron Tremblay or Kevin Shaften as Ron broke 80 with a fine 79 game, while Kevin birdied 3 holes on the front 9 for a nifty 32 (his best ever for the front 9) en route to a 76. Awesome golf for both of you.
Several other golfers had birds for the day, but a notable one was on #3 by Fred Klassen, just inches from the pin. Fred said he used his 6 iron into the wind. Later, his brother Tom said he used his 8 iron and overshot the green. No matter Fred, yours was an awesome shot.
Ernie Schmitgall was asked why he struggled to break 100 (actually 93) and members found out he was covered from his waist to his toes in poison ivy. The league is going to give you a two-week recovery period, Ernie, so put that medication on. The following are the final results.
50/50 draw: Bob Sutherland $12 and Willy Krahn $7. Closest to the pin: Fred Klassen on #3 for $10, and Ron Koop on #16 for $10. Longest putt: Brent Metz on #18 for $10, and Gary McRae on #9 for $10. 1st place team for $10 each: Ron Koop, Dave Wilkinson and Rick Metz. 2nd place was a tie and each player received $6: Matt Dick, Will Patkau and George Turnbull; and Kevin Shaften, Henry Hildebrandt and Gary McRae. 4th place for $3 each: Mike Wright, Ron Tremblay and Richard Leslie. Welcome Dave Beaupre, who recently joined the league. Golf resumes Monday, August 11 so don’t forget to sign up by Thursday, August 7 for that round of senior golf. Also, all the handicaps will be adjusted for the month of August. Thank goodness for that, as Willy Patkau was on the winner’s table every week.
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Looking the part
We’ve all been told not to judge a book by its cover — and it’s pretty sound advice. Not all is as it appears. When it comes to athletes on the other hand, you can usually get a pretty good idea as to what sport they play based on their general physical characteristics.
Usually.
I put emphasis on the ‘U’ word because of, well, people like myself. I wish I had a nickel for every time I was told as I kid that I should play basketball — comments I heard over and over again based entirely on my height. Yeah, I was always the kid in the middle of the back row for the annual class pictures. Truth be told, I was/am horrible at the sport.
While it certainly comes in handy for basketball players to be tall, they should also be quick and agile and have good reflexes and an accurate shot. For me, that’s one out of five. If Meatloaf wrote a song about it, the lyrical content would be less than flattering. Since I became a journalist in March of 1998, I have had three photo assignments that involved shooting pictures of subjects taller than myself — one in Wallaceburg, the other two here in Leamington. It should come as little surprise that all three took place on the basketball court. The second was of the Windsor Express charity game that was played against a local rec league team back in late January of this year. The third was last month, to go along with a story about NCAA Division 1 player and born-and-raised Leamingtonite Matt Willms.
Only a few of the Express players were taller than me and most of them only by a couple inches. Willms, at 7’ 1”, was a different story (pun intended). At 6’ 4”, I had to look UP at my interviewee for the first time ever. I now know what people standing at 5’ 7” feel like when they’re talking to me. When I stretch my fingers out as far as humanly possible, I can just barely ‘palm’ a basketball. Willms looked like he was holding an orange baseball (I’m exaggerating a bit, but you get the point).
During my tenure in Wallaceburg, I narrowly missed out on what would have been my second of four photo assignments involving someone taller than myself. I selected the second game for the Wallaceburg Tartans’ girls’ volleyball tournament to shoot pictures when the first would have made for more interesting “photo ops.” Apparently, a girl representing a Toronto-area school stood at 6’ 6”. How exactly do you block a spike from someone nearly a foot taller than you? The answer, I was told, is “you don’t.”
When I’m not shopping for new clothes — which is nearly always — I have a tendency to feel sympathy for short athletes. Many professional teams have looked down their noses (there I go again) at vertically disadvantaged players, which I can’t for the life of me understand. I recall a late Friday afternoon when the players of a makeshift slo-pitch tournament team I was on decided to just sort of hang around the diamond/park after one of our games ended (it was the last game of the day). A co-worker’s boyfriend and a friend of his brought out a football and started tossing it around. Said co-worker’s boyfriend was throwing some very impressive, long-distance passes, hitting his running target squarely in the chest with near-perfect spirals.
I commented on how I found it difficult to believe he wasn’t offered at least one athletic scholarship as a college or university quarterback.
“Too short,” he replied, explaining that most teams prefer a QB who can see over the heads of most or all linemen before targeting a receiver.
He was probably about 5’ 8”. The average NFL quarterback stands just a hair over 6’ 2”.
On the other hand, therein lies the beauty of a sport like football. Basically, there are positions for players of all shapes and sizes, although being skilled and knowledgeable at those positions certainly helps too. National Football League scouts have been known to board flights for the island of Samoa (and other Polynesian nations), where many men physically fit the bill for a position on the line. Recent stats suggest that Samoan boys are 56 times more likely to eventually land a career in the NFL than American boys.
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While the scouts of most sports will tell you that size does in fact matter, such is not always the case. Tyrone “Muggsy” Bogues, at a less-than-towering 5’ 3”, played for the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets, Washington Bullets, Golden State Warriors and Toronto Raptors. He compensated for his lack of height with lightning speed, a reputation as an effective ball stealer and extraordinary passer — he also managed 39 blocks over the course of his career. He also became alltime career leader of the Hornets in assists, steals, turnovers and assists per 48 minutes.
Not bad for a guy who spent his rookie year with a teammate (Manute Bol) who stood 28 inches taller. Bogues, by the way, finished his career with an average of 7.7 points per game. Bol averaged 2.6.
BRYAN JESSOP
Jessop’s Journal
(James MacDonald ApexOne Photos)
Feature wins for three local drivers
By Mike Bennett
South Buxton Raceway
Three south Essex drivers took different routes to feature wins on Saturday night at South Buxton Raceway.
Kingsville’s Rob Young finished second on the track but was awarded the Tirecraft Sport Stocks victory when the winner was disqualified.
Cottam’s Rob Quick won his second straight and fourth Tirecraft Mini-Mods feature of the season without crossing the finish line as the curfew went into effect when the race was red-flagged for an accident.
Leamington’s Joel Dick won his feature the more traditional way – taking the checkered flag for the second week in a row and 10th time this season in the Schinkels Gourmet Meats UMP Modifieds.
Young led the first 15 laps before Grande Pointe’s Tyler Lozon took the lead after a restart and led the rest of the way.
Lozon was disqualified for refusing to remove part of his engine in post-race inspection.
“I don’t want to win that way, I would have rather won it fair and square,” said Young, who was inducted into the Checker Flag Speedway Hall of Fame in 2012.
Harrow’s Patrick Lajeunesse finished fourth and Ruthven’s Brad Bloomfield was seventh.
Essex’s Doris Lajeunesse was uninjured when a fire broke out in his engine compartment early in the feature. “I was already undoing all of my straps before the car stopped,” he said. “I wasn’t sticking around!”
Cottam’s Tiffany Ellis was awarded a heat race win after she finished to second to Lozon, who was stripped of that flag as well.
Quick completed a second straight perfect night, winning his heat and feature for five straight checkered flags.
He passed Kingsville’s Larry Hart for the lead on lap three and they finished one-two when the race was halted on lap 15.
“Maybe, but it was the longest race I’ve ever won,” Quick answered, when asked if it was his strangest win ever. “Just when you’re getting the checkered, the caution comes out instead, and you have to do it all over again.”
The race was called by track management after the delay for an accident on the green-white-checkered finish went past midnight.
Dick led all but three laps in the Modified feature and survived two attempts at green-white-checkered finishes to win his track leading 10th win in 14 races this season. “I screwed up and he capitalized on it,” Dick said about losing the lead momentarily to Shrewsbury’s Jim Dale Jr.
“Our car still hasn’t been the same car since the wreck, so we’re still trying to get the balance back in it,” said Dick,
who also won his heat race Saturday and has gone fivefor-five the last two weeks following serious damage in a multi-car wreck on July 19.
Belle River’s Mario Toniolo finished third, Windsor’s Dan McIntyre seventh and Cottam’s Denis DeSerrano ninth.
Tilbury’s Kyle Patrick won the Southern Ontario Sprints feature, going from third to the lead when he passed Ohsweken’s Glenn Styres and Alton’s Keith Dempster between turns three and four on lap 16 and led the final nine circuits.
Wallaceburg’s Mike Lewis led all 20 laps to win his second Westside Performance Plus UMP Late Model feature.
Tate O’Leary, a 12-yearold from Port Lambton, won his second feature of the season in the Autotech Bombers.
This Saturday is Cheap Night, and fans will also be able to go on the track at intermission to meet the drivers. The gates open at 5 p.m. and racing starts at 7 p.m.
Team Sam Snead wipes out Team Lee Trevino
Just a week after being tied for first place in the standings in the Erie Shores Canadian Tire Men’s Thursday night league, Team Sam Snead completely wiped out the Lee Trevino team by taking all 12 points available in their match for an overall total of 70.
Brendan Cornies and Ward Hutchins were the gross score winners, while Doug Hinchcliffe, George Schiefer, John Penner and Richard Reive all won their net matches.
With that loss, Team Trevino falls 12 points back in the standings into third place, 9 points behind second place holders Team Bobby Jones, who now have 67 thanks to their big 10-point evening against Team Gary Player.
In that match, Bill Slater, Dave Seaton, Peter Neufeld and Chris Warkentin all won their net games and Brian Humphreys also got 2 gross points for the Bobby Jones squad, while Team Gary Player’s only 2 points came from the gross win by Wray Pollock – giving them a fifth place total of 51 points.
Team Tom Watson is 4 points ahead of them in fourth place with a total of 55 thanks to the 7 points they received from Dave Dick, Jerry Janzer, Wayne Gillett and Wayne Quinn in their match-up against Team Ben Hogan who picked up 4 points for their gross score wins by Van Tan and Dave Wilkinson and another point from Ken Cobby for his net tied match.
That leaves the Ben Hogan squad tied in seventh place with Team Gene Sarazen who are just 3 points behind Team Harry Vardon whose 49 point total was helped by the 4 net points they received from Gene Bouliane and Ralph Will in their match against the last place team of Arnold Palmer who has 36 points thanks to the 6 points they received from Ryan Harder, Geoff Dunmore and Spencer Neufeld.
In their match against Team Jack Nicklaus, the Gene Sarazen squad received its 7 points from Scott Wilkinson, Matt Taouil, Mike Herbert and Rob Lee, while the Nicklaus team got its five points from Neil Sawatzky, Mike MacKinnon and Jacob Tiessen.
Elsewhere, in the individual play results, Tyler Hicks was closest to the pin on hole #3, while Ryan Harder had the longest drive on hole #9 and Peter Wolters sunk the longest putt on hole #7. The only skin winner for the evening was Scott Wilkinson.
County Bridge Results
Leamington Half Century Centre, Mon. July 28: North/ South - 1st Derek Parry and Ed Sabga, 2nd Jeanne Manners and Shirley Plant, 3rd Jack Warmenhoven and Eileen Edwards. East/West - 1st Kay Pryke and Ken Pryke, 2nd Bob Branton and Yvonne Vulling, 3rd Jim Perkes and Roger Cote. Games are each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members welcome.
Kingsville Bridge Club, Wed. July 30: North/South - 1st Joyce Bear and Eileen Edwards, 2nd Shirley Plant and Roy Trowell, 3rd Sharon Lutz and Marie Ellwood. East/West - 1st Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 2nd Dave Derbyshire and Derek Parry, 3rd Ernie Jackiw and Marg Koeman. Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.
Above - Leamington’s Joel Dick and flag girl Allie Massender.
Right - Kingsville’s Rob Young.
champions
Johnston wins championship
By Emma Hannigan
It was wind-up night for Wheatley Ladies Ball Hockey on Monday, July 28 at the Wheatley Arena.
Based on their performance throughout the season, Anthony-Keats Marine and the Car Barn fought over third place, and Johnston’s Net and Twine and The Journal fought for the title.
In the bronze medal game, Anthony-Keats was the first to score with a goal by Nicole Jackson from Tara Church. It wasn’t until the second period that the Car Barn turned up the pressure and came together and scored two beautiful goals, both by Margot Gillespie. Debbie Coulter assisted on the second marker, earning the Car Barn a 2-1 lead as well as the third-place title.
The final game started off with a goal for Johnston’s Net and Twine, scored by Charlee Cabral from Jami-Lee Church against The Journal. This went on to be the only goal, giving Johnston’s Net and Twine their first win in ladies ball hockey history. Another first in ball hockey history was the first penalty, issued against The Journal’s Sheila McBrayne for slashing.
When asked about their team’s performance, AnthonyKeats’ Lauren Mather said, “If the season went to August we would have gotten first!”
“It was a tight game, a goaltending battle,” said Gillespie
when asked the same question. “I scored three goals all year – two tonight, and I’m glad to put my team on top.”
“Both teams played awesome,” said McBrayne when speaking for The Journal.
“Johnston’s played a bit better. We’re glad to see them win and we’ll be back next year.”
“After four years it’s nice to have the team come together for the big win. Hard work and fun is what it’s about,” said Donna Matier of Johnston’s Net and Twine. Teammate Tracy Sample said, “How sweet it is!” Sample also made another comment directed towards the second-place team, but it had to be omitted (this is a family newspaper Tracy!).
Lisa “Derb” Derbyshire, convener and player for the Car Barn, said that this was a good final year, and many players are concerned about the continuation of this league. Many have already come forward and said they’ll run the league next year.
A special thank you goes out to Matt Taylor for refereeing the ball hockey league, Lisa Derbyshire for being the convener, and Sheila McBrayne for being my editor.
Johnston Net & Twine - 2014 ball hockey
In back, from left to right, are Wendy DeGroote, Kelly Rodrigues, Erika Borrell, Charlee Cabral, Jami-Lee Church and Lianne Imeson. In front, from left to right, are Connie Palazzi, Donna Matier, Trisha Epplett, Amy Bell, Tracy Sample, Tammie Brown, and front and centre is Teresa McDonald.
The Wheatley Journal - 2nd : in front, from left are Kayla Lindsay, Jessica Prudence and Christine Hopper. Middle row: Janet Hannigan, Terri Taylor, Kathy Gradwell, Sheila McBrayne, Brenda Vink, Anita VanRooyen and Marianne Vergeer. Back row: Noelle Resendes, Cindy Osadzuk, Jill Dawson and Katie Clubb.
Anthony-Keats Marine: In back, from left to right are Lauren Mather, Andrea Taylor, Nicole Jackson, Terri Koehler, Sian Arthurs, Jaclynn Arguette and Dana Church. In front, from left, are Brooke Kaiser, Tara Church and Sandra Price.
Car Barn - 3rd: In back, from left to right, are Angele Stammler, Debbie Coulter, Margot Gillespie, Lisa Derb, Tara Brown, Kendall Howard, Tracy Howard, Halli Pearson and Michelle Cowan. In front, from left to right, are Liz Hill, Sue Weaver, Mackenzie Higgins, Elsie Leili and Brenda Lambe.
Anthony Fehr
Bantam Lakers explode against Amherstburg
The Leamington Bantam Lakers trailed 3-1 after four innings, then scored 13 unanswered runs on their way to a 14-3 victory over the Amherstburg Cardinals on Thursday evening.
Derrick Antunes, Kameron Wall, Dawson Iles, Branden Teichroeb, Anthony Fehr and Jessica Jeffery all had two hits each for the visiting Lakers.
Ryan Wall, Ka. Wall, Iles and Aidan Massad all crunched long triples in the game. Ka. Wall and Jeffery included doubles in their hit totals Fehr earned the win throwing 5 strong innings, Teichroeb got the save retiring the 6 batters he faced.
“It was like two different teams out there,” said coach Terry Misener. “In the first half we were very lacklustre, our heads weren’t in the game. Aidan’s three-bagger in the fifth seem to open the flood gates for us.”
The Lakers next home game is Thursday against Belle River at 6:15 p.m. at the Kinsmenn Baseball Complex.
Senior golfers attack TT golf course
By Bob McLean
On Tuesday, July 29th, 79 Talbot Trail senior golfers enjoyed the refreshing weather that had enveloped the area. Although the temperatures for this July day were well below normal, it did not seem to affect the golfing skills of most of the seniors.
In the 55-69y division, Jim ‘Dutchy’ Hawrylyk came back to record the day’s best score with his masterful 37. Second place went to Steve Price and Mike Getty who both fired outstanding 39s. Doug Langlois had his best game of the year shooting a terrific 40. Pat Hill continued his superb play by recording an excellent 41. Three golfers who were tied with superb 42s were Herb Reid, Kevin Jordan and Bob McLean. Bill Ward played very well to record a very praiseworthy 43. Three golfers who merited commendable 44s were Dave Clark, John Liddell and Jim Omstead. Tom Bondy achieved a gratifying 45. Satisfying 46s were attained by Paul Harrison and Wayne Zimney. Noteworthy results of 49 or less were earned by Larry Haggitt, Larry Schmidt, and Dave Dent with 47s; Gary Benniger 48; Kevin Miller and Wayne Humber 49s. Dave Carter and Jerry Paine fired nifty 50.
In the 70-79y division, Joe Vertel recorded the second best overall score for the day as he shot an outstanding 38. Mike Wright, Ken MacPherson and Gerry Holmes all achieved excellent scores of 40, 41 and 42 respectively. Don Willan and Vic Reynaert played very well as they produced terrific 43 results. Four players who tied with superb 44s were Carl Robinson, Homer Vandervecht, Robert Shaw and Tom Hyatt. Larry Hillman continued his fine play as he shot a praiseworthy 47. Four golfers who obtained very commendable scores of 48 were Paul Brown, Eugene Abbruzzese, Bob Lee and Al Zanuttini. Garnet Fox and Andy Orsini played well to earn very satisfying 49s. Three golfers who received nifty 50 results were Ed Woelk, Ron Will and Tom
Sasso. Pete Daudlin, Bill Adams and Ray Ozorio scored 51s while Bill Edwards and Ron Steingart achieved 52s. Other golfers who shot 55 or less were Walter Balsam, Gary Wilson, Terry Bee, Ken Womack, Brian Moffat, Warren Dunford and Fred Takaki. ‘Down the Middle Knox’ came in with an excellent 44 to lead the 80-86 y group. Hal Wigle also achieved an outstanding result, as he was a mere one shot back of Murray. A nifty 50 score went to Dave La Bonte. Two shots back of Dave was Gerry Becigneul who earned a satisfying 52. Other fine scores came from Dave Krueger, 53, and Orville Ellwood, 55.
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Hadley Pinch, Murray Cascadden and Bill Westrop shot 59s.
The super senior’s 86-89y division played very well. Dick Mackenzie fired a nifty 50 to take first place. Both Jim Ascott and Ray Allan achieved very satisfying results.
The league’s super, super senior’s 90y+ came out in full force. Linus Bachmeier achieved an outstanding 55. Steadily improving John H. Dick scored an outstanding 56 and Ray Allen shot an inspiring 59. Both Bill Hutchinson and Al Stockwell scored impressive 61 and 62 respectively.
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Team Spades earns 5-point victory in progs
July 29th provided an ideal day for golf at Erie Shores. Not too hot and not too cold would aptly describe the day. If it was so nice, why so many negative scores? No team ended up in the positive territory, but one team was the closest with -2. Team Spades escaped with a 5-point victory. Victors include Joe Verhoeven, Bill Conn, Frank Gow, Pete Andary, Dave Wilkinson, Harry Badz, Orest Hrynewich, Ken Segedin, Mel Davey, Willi Krahn, Ejaz Qureshi and Kevin Shaften. Each won $10.
In the skins portion of the game, each skin was worth $12. Kevin Shaften potted 2 while Joe Verhoeven, Dave Wilkinson, Matt Dick and Mike Herbert each nabbed one apiece.
There were 3 golfers that excelled and earned prize money. Pete Andary and Bob Dick each received $17 for their +8’s while Wayne Gillett grabbed $10 for his +7.
As was mentioned earlier, there were many negative scores. Sadly, for Greg Gare, he tied Harry Badz in futility by not recording a single point in the back 9. Harry was named Captain Zero and finally his newfound brother has appeared. Next week they should play together as well as comfort each other.
The proggers haven’t heard from Mike Herbert in a couple of weeks. Mike has coined a new golf term, gleaned from Mary Poppins. When Mike doesn’t hit his usual blistering drive, he has “kerfuffled” his shot. Such was the case on hole #8. Mike kerfuffled his drive weakly to the right, a mere 40 yards. Then, an unaware lawn cutter was almost picked off by Mike’s second shot, landing three quarters of the way down #15, a long par 5. Trees then barred him from the green as the ball ricocheted back towards Mike. Fun to watch but not to play.
Frank Gow also displayed his trick wizardry. With his ball teed up, Frank swung in the form of using a sledgehammer or an axe and pounded down on the ball. The ball hit the ground, dazed, and wobbled a couple of yards forward. The golf course is Frank’s playground and one never knows what mischief he will get himself into.
Lastly, Garth Dennerley joined the legions of golfers who manage to hit the wrong ball. Garth pulled his tee shot on the first hole. The first hole is next to the driving range. Several balls from the range get over the netting. Unaware, Garth struck a ball, only realizing afterwards it wasn’t his. Garth went back to look for his original ball, only to find at least 3 others around it. It always pays to mark your ball distinctly, yet one needs to look at it carefully.
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On July 29 the Erie Shores golf course saw the women of the 18-hole league play the game “high hidden hole”.
The winners were chosen at the end of play, those with the highest net score on #15. Due to some tie scores there were 6 winners: Linda
Chip-ins were celebrated
Leamington 1 U9 Lightning’s Alessia West protects the ball from a Kingsville 1 opponent during a Sun County Soccer League regular season match at the Leamington Soccer Complex Monday, July 28.
Alessia West of the Leamington 1 U9 Lightning tries to beat the Kingsville 1 goalie to a loose ball during the first half of a Sun County Soccer League game at the Leamington Soccer Complex Monday, July 28. Undefeated Kingsville jumped out to a first-half lead and added a few goals in the second half to ensure their victory.
Ethan Rodrigues of the Leamington 1 U9 Lightning makes a second-half save against Kingsville 1 during a Sun County Soccer League match at the Leamington Soccer Complex Monday, July 28. Undefeated Kingsville jumped out to a first-half lead and added a few goals in the second half to ensure their victory.
Segedin, Tym Brannagan, Gloria Thiessen, Lynda McAnally, Carolyn Kelly and Muriel Davey.
by Linda Segedin, Carolyn Kelly and Muriel Davey.
Funnel Cloud Spotted
A funnel cloud was spotted hovering over Wheatley and the Leamington area on Wednesday, July 30. This photo was taken at about 2 p.m. by Janet Carson in her back yard on Detroit Line in Wheatley. According to a release from Environment Canada, “Funnel clouds have been reported near Wheatley and Leamington, near the western shoreline of Lake Erie. These types of funnel clouds are generated by weak rotation under rapidly growing clouds or weak thunderstorms. This weak rotation is normally not a danger near the ground. However, there is a chance that this rotation could intensify and become a weak landspout tornado.”
LDMH and ESCC announce addictions partnership program
Leamington District Memorial Hospital (LDMH) launched the Community Hope Project to better understand the needs within the community as it relates to mental health and addictions services. The results identified a need to increase access to local mental health and addictions services.
To answer the need for more access to mental health and addictions programs for the community, LDMH has arranged to provide an addiction wellness partnership with the Erie St. Clair Clinic (ESCC) located onsite at LDMH providing opiate replacement therapy.
ESCC will run a clinic every Tuesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., beginning August 22. 2014. ESCC is a not-for-profit organization that provides addictions counseling at LDMH funded by the Erie St. Clair Local Health Integration Network (ESCLHIN), as well as clinical interventions that are funded by the Ontario Health Insurance Plans (OHIP). ESCC also runs clinics in Essex and Kent counties and is staffed by eight physicians specializing in addictions.
This service will assist those who have found themselves dependent on opiates. “We are very excited to be integrated at LDMH as a site partner providing substance intervention and wellness recovery as part of the expanded mental health and addiction services,” said Mary McKay, team leader of the Leamington program. “Our Leamington program will offer onsite physicians and counseling services in a hospital setting.”
“This is yet another advancement of our mental health and addictions (MHA) partnerships to increase local access to these services,” explained Terry Shields, Chief Executive Officer at LDMH. “As an organization we are moving closer to our vision to be a hub for MHA services in our community.”
FOR SALE
From the left, Erin Reid (Leamington District Secondary School) and Julian Lukas (Cardinal Carter Secondary School) each received a $1,000 bursary from Leamington Rotary Club. They are pictured with club president Chuck Parsons.
Leamington Rotary president Chuck Parsons welcomed the Rotary Club’s 2014 bursary winners at a recent meeting at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens.
Margaret Ingratta, Bursary Selection Committee Chair, introduced the three winners – Erin Reid, Julian Lukas, and Andrew Dyck.
Leamington Rotary Club president Chuck Parsons (left) congratulates $1,000 bursary recipient Andrew Dyck, a graduate of UMEI Christian High School.
Each recipient received $1,000 and was invited to speak to the members about their future goals and education plans. Erin Reid has been accepted by the University of Waterloo where she is enrolled in Honours Health Sciences and Computer Sciences (Informatics) Specialization. Julian Lukas has been accepted by St. Clair College and will be pursuing a 3-year program in Computer Systems and Networking. Andrew Dyck will attend the Outtatown program at Canadian Mennonite University in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Following his graduation from that facility, Andrew plans to pursue a biology-themed degree at the University of Waterloo and graduate in 2019.
President Parsons extended his appreciation to Ingratta, and congratulated each of the Rotary bursary winners.
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1992 PARK MODEL trailer in Sturgeon Woods. 1 bedroom, pull out couch, Florida room with electric fireplace, $9,000. Season paid. 519990-5974. jn11-au6
HEAVENLY REST CEMETERY in Windsor - none available, St. Francis area, 1st floor, 2 person Tandem Level D Crypt unit 1124. In mausoleum. Owner has all documentations including certificate of internment rights due to family relocation. This is for sale. Please contact for more information. 1-905-319-7856. Email: Nanskov@cogeco.ca jl30-au13
BEAUTIFUL LARGE HUTCH - china or books, bevelled glass doors, glass shelves with lights, must sell. Any reasonable offer. Come and see. 519-733-6039 or 519-995-8306. jn4-au6
LADIES, COME BRING a friend and enjoy a dinner evening at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens on Monday, August 11 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets - $16. Inspirational speaker for the evening is Seleda Frey –Moorefield, ON – Theme is “My Life is an Open Book”. Anticipating Christmas, our feature guest is Kim GrantWheatley United Church House Tour and our Soloist will be Nicole Barren. For reservations please call Sharon - 519-326-0421 or Darlene - 519-733-5595 by August 8. Evening is presented by Leamington Women’s After 5 – affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries. See us at iaminvited.to. au6
INDOOR/OUTDOOR CARPENTRY - renovations and repairs, windows (full warranty), doors, painting, flooring, basements, drywall, kitchens, bathrooms, decks, fences, sheds and roofing. Free estimates. 35 years experience. We install windows and doors year round (senior discount). Call Bill, 519-566-8408. jl30-au27
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Fruit Packers Wanted for 2014/15 Season
Full time seasonal & part time seasonal positions available in a fast-paced packing house. Experience an asset, but not necessary. Starting mid-August 2014 until mid-June 2015.
Please submit resumes by Fax: 519-326-1359 or Email: medelorchards@wavedirect.net
WELDERS, FITTERS / FABRICATORS REQUIRED
Hike Metal is currently accepting resumes from individuals who have experience in the metal/ fabrication industry. This is not a production line environment, therefore, initiative, operational experience of press brake, shear and blue print reading are considered strong assets, however, we will train selected candidates.
• 5 years experience necessary
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Attn: Frank Baptista - Plant Mgr Fax: 519-825-7572
Email: frank@hikemetal.com
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Plumber & Steamfitter
South Essex Fabricating is a large fabricating company specializing in Greenhouse Manufacturing and Greenhouse Hot Water Heating Installation located in Leamington, ON.
South Essex Fabricating is seeking to fill the positions of:
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Full-Time Licensed Steamfitter - duties involve assembling greenhouse hot water heating systems.
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The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington Causal Facility Attendant (Part-time Position)
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Applicants must be able to work independently and do heavy lifting.
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RURAL DELIVERY DRIVERS
The Southpoint Sun is Leamington's weekly community newspaper and is seeking drivers on a contract basis for our rural delivery routes. We take pride in having our newspaper delivered in a timely and professional manner. We are looking for reliable individuals with a good work ethic.
If you have prior newspaper motor delivery experience and are available Wednesdays and Thursdays all day please contact us.
Requirements:
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• Must be available all day Wednesday and Thursday
• Must have reliable delivery vehicle (minivan ideal) and valid insurance and licence
• Must be physically able to lift newspapers and flyer bundles
If you are interested in becoming a rural delivery driver for the Southpoint Sun please call: 519-398-9098 or email: sun@southpointsun.ca
Greenhouse vegetable warehouse looking for motivated individuals to fill the following positions:
Inventory Auditor (Nights)
Maintain proper records of inventory
Count materials in stock and in warehouse
Coordinate incoming and outgoing materials
Ensure orders are filled and sufficient stock is maintained
Quality Inspector
Produce experience an asset
Data entry and Excel skills required
Ability to lift 30 lbs
Able to work days, nights and weekends
Forklift Driver
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Produce or warehouse experience preferred
Fast paced environment, attention to detail Able to work nights and weekends
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Box Maker
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Packer/Greenhouse Workers
Packing experience an asset
Must be reliable and have good attendance
Able to work days, nights & weekends
Mail, fax or email resumes by August 15, 2014 to: Mail: Mucci Pac Ltd.
1876 Seacliff Drive, Kingsville, ON N9Y 2N1
Fax: 519-326-6397
Email: careers@muccifarms.com
No phone calls accepted and only suitable applicants will be contacted
