Power and grace combine at STCC swim meet
Is this the delicate final flourish of a water ballet or the graceful conclusion to a gru- eling backstroke heat? It was often hard to tell when the St. Clair Current swim team hosted a swim meet at the Moore Sports Complex that included swim teams from Chat- ham, Aylmer, and Blenheim. Above: 13-year old Whitney Wilson made it look easy during this 100 metre backstroke heat.
The St. Clair Current, registered with Swim Ontario as a competitive team, has been in operation for the past two years at the Moore Sports Complex. Team members rang- ing in age from the under-7 to over-14 categories faced stiff competition throughout the 34 events. For more swim meet action, see page 11. Bonnie Stevenson photo
Council Meeting 3 at 3 p.m.; Monday, May 1 at 3 p.m.; Monday, May
Schedule 15 at 6 p.m.
To make a presentation to council or for more infor-
mation, call the St. Clair Township municipal office at All regular council meetings are 519-867-2021 (1-800-809-0301). This schedule is sub- open to the public, but will continue ject to change when necessary.
to be available online by going onto NOTE: This information is accurate at
the township website at: www.stclairtownship.ca. publication time and may be subject to change.
Upcoming council meetings will be: Monday, April
2023 budget process a
“perfect storm”
I have referred to this year’s budgetary process as “the perfect storm!” We start- ed out with a 14.47% tax rate increase, so I am very proud of both council and staff
for the way they went through this pro- cess to provide the best use of tax money for our ratepayers. We were able to re- duce that increase to 4.67%!
Although that still might seem too high, we believe it’s the best we could ever hope for. Before we even started, we were 6.57% in the red. We lost a COVID grant of $262,000, insurance increased by $100,000, and waste pickup increased by $421,700. Considering the unex- pected financial challenges we faced during COVID, we can be proud that we still have some of the lowest mu- nicipal tax rates in this area. I consider this is the best we could do without cutting any services.
~Mayor Jeff Agar
Consolidation of some St. Clair Township libraries discussed
The Lambton County Library proposal to consolidate some of the township’s library branches is not a popular idea for some of St. Clair Township Council. The pro- posal, first put forward during a presentation to council
Payment options available as follows:
Monthly pre-authorization
Pay online or by telephone at your bank In person at your bank branch
Drop a cheque into the secure drop box at Civic Centre front door
Mail a cheque
Debit, cash, or cheque at Civic Centre Credit card, debit available for a fee
on www.paysimply.ca
Questions about your tax bill? Contact:
taxes@stclairtownship.ca
More Municipal Notes, page 3
The Beacon of St. Clair Township April 2023 Page 3
Moore Community & Recreation
Foundation Grant Deadline
The Moore Community & Recreational Foundation was established to enable those who wish to really make a difference in their community.
The Foundation is a non-profit charitable organiza- tion dedicated to improving quality of life for the citi- zens of St. Clair Township. By contributing to projects and activities that enrich and strengthen our munici- pality, the Foundation, which is independently admin- istered by a Board of Directors, helps our community continue to flourish.
The deadline for applying for the Moore Communi-
ty & Recreation Foundation grants is May 31st.
Should you require further information please contact George Lozon, Treasurer at 519-867-2024 or 1-800-809-0301.
For forms and further information go to:
stclairtownship.ca, click on RESIDENTS, and then Moore Community & Recreational Foundation.
Ask a Public Health Nurse program
expanding across the County
Lambton Public Health (LPH) is continuing to expand its Ask a Public Health Nurse drop-in of- ferings throughout the county, with the re- opening of LPH’s main office as a drop-in site. Parents and caregivers now have a chance to con- nect with a public health nurse and enhance their child’s growth.
The Ask a Public Health Nurse drop-in program is available at LPH’s Point Edward office as well as eight EarlyON locations across Lambton County, and is open to parents and caregivers with chil- dren ranging from birth to school-age. Public Health Nurses (PHN) are available to answer ques- tions regarding breastfeeding supports and infant nutrition, newborn care, parenting, and growth and development.
“Ask a Public Health Nurse gives parents and caregivers the chance to ask important questions about their child’s growth and development, but it also offers important opportunities for socializa- tion that can have long term benefits for both parents and child,” said Clinical and Family Ser- vices Supervisor, Jen Beaubien. “We’re thrilled to be able to resume offering the drop-in program throughout the county, giving parents a chance to access important services in their communities.”
In St. Clair Township, the drop-in program will be offered at these EarlyON Centres: Brigden at Brigden United Church; Corunna at St. Joseph’s Catholic School; and Sombra at Riverview Central School.
A full list of drop-in locations, dates, and times are available by visiting LambtonPublicHealth.ca.
For more information on the Ask a Public Health Nurse drop-in program or other child health programs, please visit www.lambtonpublichealth.ca or call 519-383- 8331.
Graffiti is not a joke, it’s vandalism!
Nobody has the right to damage or deface property they don’t own. If you see graffiti, whether it’s written or drawn on the outside or inside township properties, please report it to a venue employee or to the township office at 519-867-2021. If you see it in progress, please notify the police.
Graffiti is vandalism – please report it!
From page 3 MORE MUNICIPAL NOTES
at its Feb.21 meeting, was developed through the Joint representing Corunna. The committee will gather infor- Library Facilities Review. One of the recommendations mation and contribute to the decisions that are made in made by the proposal would see the consolidation of the regard to St. Clair Township’s libraries.
Sombra and Port Lambton libraries, and the Mooretown
and Courtright libraries. The Sombra library would be Heritage St. Clair Committee seeks assistance to expanded and redeveloped to accommodate the re- continue historic cemetery projects allocation of the Port Lambton facility, while Port The Heritage St. Clair Committee’s effort to restore Lambton would become an express library service point. several abandoned pioneer cemeteries in the township is
Mooretown and Courtright libraries, which have been the latest pandemic “victim”.
deemed undersized and out dated, would be consolidat- At the March 21 meeting of council, HSC President ed with a larger library located in either Mooretown or Dave Pattenden reviewed the group’s work to restore dig- Courtright. nity to St. Mary’s Cemetery, which can be seen on a drive
Deputy Mayor Steve Miller said he would not support along the St. Clair Parkway north of the Shell manufactur-
the elimination of any of the libraries. When the pro- ing facility, as an example of what must be done to re-
posal was introduced, the point was made that the com- store the site.
munity libraries provide a hub for the smaller communi- HSC has now turned its attention to the Reynolds Cem-
ties and access to computers for local residents who do etery at the corner of the St. Clair Parkway and Bickford
not have one at their disposal. Line. Work has already been done on a storyboard and the The re-allocation of libraries to empty school spaces site will be cleaned up this summer. Two other cemeter-
was put forward as a viable solution to the problem. ies that are earmarked for repair are the Postill/Fisher The Library Facilities Review found that the most visited Cemetery on south side of Rokeby Line near the corner of
libraries in the township are Corunna and Brigden. They Mandaumin and Plank Road, and the Smith/White Ceme-
have regular hours during the week allowing better ac- tery on the south side of Rokeby Line between Hwy. 40
cess than the smaller library branches that have limited and Kimball Road.
hours of operation. The Brigden library, which is also Before COVID-19 made its appearance, the HSC re-
the Brigden Public School library, makes a good case for ceived some funding from council each year to do this
this option, although the community aspect of this op- work. But the unusual protocols, procedures, and commu- tion would be removed. nity requirements that emerged during the pandemic led At the request of the Lambton County Library, a local to unbudgeted expenditures that depleted funding reser-
advisory sub-committee will be formed with one town- voirs.
ship councillor each from Ward 1 and 2, one member-at- (See page 2, 2023 Budget-Mayor Agar comments). large each from Ward 1 and 2, and a member-at-large
Outdated & to Everyone wants to have good water to drink, and St. Clair Township goes to great lengths
unwanted ensure residents have safe, clean water on tap. We remind residents with unused or ex- – pired medications to get rid of, that flushing them away or throwing them in with the house
medication hold garbage is an environmentally dangerous way to do it – a contributor to toxic pollution.
disposal sc Several drug stores in Corunna will accept and safely dispose of unused or expired pre-
riptions, over-the-counter medications, and natural health medications. They include:
sites Shopper’s Drug Mart, Corunna Pharmasave, and Hogan Pharmacy, all located on Lyndoch
in Corunna Street. Reminder: medicines should be checked regularly for expiry dates.
Water utility appointments St. Clair Township By-Law 16 of 2022 requires at least 48 hours
require 48 hours notice notice in advance of scheduling appointments with the Public
Works department to avoid service fees.
The St. Clair Township winter parking by-law is now in effect and will continue until April 1, 2023. Under this by-law (By-Law #5 of 2022) it is against the law to leave vehicles of any kind parked on public streets and roads overnight from 1:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.
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All homeowners are reminded to clear recreational sports equipment (e.g., basketball nets, goalie nets, etc.) off and away from roads and streets. This includes sports nets that are located on the street surface near the back of the curb. A verbal and/or written warning will be issued to homeowners with sports nets on or near the road.
Starting July 1, 2023, your blue box recycling program will be managed by Circular Ma- terials, a not-for-profit producer responsibility recycling organization committed to build- ing efficient and effective recycling systems to minimize waste and ensure materials are reused again and again. This transition will result in no change to the materials you can recycle or your current recycling schedule.
More information will be provided in the coming months.
Asafe chimney is a CLEAN chimney
Look for loose bricks, crumbling mortar, dark stains and white powder; they all indi- cate problems in a masonry chimney. Inside a chimney, buildups of black, tarry cre- osote can cause devastating house fires. Dark stains and white powder at the joints of a wood stove pipe chimney also spells trouble. The SAFEST and most practical way to check and maintain your chimney, woodstove, and fireplace is to contact a WETT* certified Chimney Sweep.
St. Clair Township has introduced a new Water Treatment, Transmission and Meter- ing fee that now appears on your water/sanitary bill. The new water fee is being in- troduced to help the municipality pay for costs related to water treatment, metering and distribution facilities that, with the growing water demands and aging infrastruc- ture, will enable the ongoing delivery of safe drinking water to every customer in St. Clair Township and ensure that it is properly metered.
Residents will notice a new line item on their bill containing the Treatment, Trans- mission and Metering Fee information. An average residential customer with a 3/4 – inch water meter will see “Water Fixed Fee Res Qtly < 1 inch”. The fee is based on your meter size and rate class. For example, residential customers with a 3/4 -inch di- ameter meter will receive a monthly Water Treatment, Transmission and Metering Fee of $4 ($12 billed quarterly) in 2023. The new water fixed fee will be adjusted over the next two years until new infrastructure costs are being financially balanced with the added revenue.
You will have a NEW ACCOUNT NUMBER FOR YOUR WATER BILL
Did you know that when you move properties within St. Clair Township you get a
NEW ACCOUNT NUMBER for your water bill?
It is important that when you move properties you update your banking with your NEW account number so that your payments go to the correct account and don ’t land you in HOT WATER!
For more updates on information related to Public Works, including Waste and Recycling collection, follow up on Facebook @stclairwppw.
Would you be prepared to handle a minimum of 72 hours WITHOUT HELP?
Emergencies don’t wait until we are prepared for them - do it now!
Make an emergency kit that includes: an adequate supply of warm blankets and clothing, flashlights, food, safe drinking water, necessary medications, a First Aid kit, pet supplies, baby supplies, etc., and have a designated safe shelter area. Develop a fire escape plan and designate an outside meeting place.
Make sure your emergency strategies are prepared and be ready for unexpected emergencies.
Go online to: www.getprepared.gc.ca for more information.
The St. Clair Township Fire Department
is currently recruiting men and women to join our team
All training, clothing, and equipment is provided; paid on-call firefighting and training; WSIB and insurance coverage, and AD & D insurance; Employee Assistance Program; and available Rec Club membership.
REVIEW THE RECRUITMENT GUIDE AND POSTING ON:
www.stclairtownship.ca
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Know these Open-air Burning By-law regulations
Recreational burning, such as campfires, is currently allowed within St. Clair Township provided that the regulations outlined in the Open-Air Burning By-law (By-Law 55 of 2017) are followed including:
• Use clean, dry wood ONLY—NO construction material, NO pressure-treated wood, and NO yard waste or garbage.
• The campfire is required to be confined to an approved burning device or a pit no larger than 2 ft. by 2 ft.
• A minimum of 10 feet in all directions must be kept from structures and property lines.
• Burning is only allowed between 7 a.m. and midnight.
• The fire must be extinguished before the site is vacated.
Please remember to respect your neighbours. Do not burn if the smoke will impact them.
Failing to follow the by-law requirements could result in a fine, an invoice if your fire results in a response by the fire department, or both.
If you have questions, please contact St. Clair Fire at 519-481-0111 or stclairfire@stclairfire.ca .
$5,000 AVAILABLE TO LOCAL BUSINESS FOR START-UP AND GROWTH
Entrepreneurs and business owners in Sarnia-Lambton can access funding, mentorship and personalized coaching through a new round of the Starter Com- pany Plus program. Whether you have a new business idea or an existing business looking to grow, this program is designed to help you achieve your goals. Applica- tions are now open.
Funded by the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, the program offers up to $5,000 in funding for eligible businesses, as well
as one-on-one support from experienced business advisors. This is an opportunity for entrepreneurs and business own- ers to access the resources and support they need to take their business to the next level.
"We are excited to see the innovative and ambitious business ideas that will come forward in this round of the
Starter Company Plus program," said Chantelle Core, Manager of the Business Enterprise Centre. "Our team is commit- ted to working closely with participants to help them achieve their goals and make a real impact in the local econo- my."
The program is open to any business operating in Sarnia-Lambton, and applications are now being accepted. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to take your business to new heights. Anyone interested in knowing more about this exciting entrepreneurial opportunity can email: chantelle@sarnialambton.on.ca to arrange a
one-on-one meeting. More information can also be obtained by going online to: www.sarnialambton.on.ca/
Local businesses eligible for grants to increase digital presence
Applications for the $2,500 Digital Transformation Grant 4.0 are now open. This grant will help local
small businesses adopt new technologies and in- crease their digital presence.
Local brick-and-mortar businesses can lever- age this grant to increase their digital marketing, website development or improvements, new soft- ware, digital training, and hardware.
Some requirements for eligibility include be- ing a brick-and-mortar establishment in Ontario, employing 1-50 employees and a registered busi- ness in Ontario. Additional requirements and appli- cation process can be found at sarni- alambton.on.ca/dms.
These $2,500 grants are administered by the On- tario BIA Association through the Digital Main Street program, which is run locally. Digital service advisors, Tahreem Fatima and Kaila Bourne, are leading this program locally.
Business owners who seek additional infor- mation or assistance are encouraged to reach out.
“These Digital Transformation Grants are a great program for our Sarnia-Lambton businesses to in- crease their digital presence and stay current,” said Dan Taylor, Sarnia- Lambton Economic Partner-
ship CEO. “It’s exciting to see these businesses giv- en the opportunity to make improvements to set them up for success in the future.”
Businesses looking to participate in this program are encouraged to visit Sarnia - Lambton.on.ca/ dms or call Tahreem and Kaila at Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership at 519-332-1820.
ABOUT Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership
The Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership (SLEP) is the lead economic development agency for the Sarnia-Lambton area. Funded by the County of Lambton, we have a focus on promoting the distinct advantages that Sarnia-Lambton proudly offers companies and residents.
ABOUT Digital Main Street
Digital Main Street is a program that helps busi- nesses achieve digital transformation. The program is built around an online learning platform, struc- tured training programs, and our Digital Service Squad, a team of street-level team members who help businesses grow and manage their operations through technology. Digital Main Street was created by the Toronto Association on Business Improve- ment Areas (TABIA) with direct support from the City of Toronto. DMS is also supported by a group of strategic business partners including: Google, Mas- tercard, Shopify, Microsoft, Facebook, Intuit Quick- Books, and Square. For further information, go online to: www.digitalmainstreet.ca/ontario
SLEP wins award for program that matches apprentices with employers
The Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership was recently honoured at the Economic De- velopers of Ontario (EDCO) Awards with the Best Workforce Development and Resident Attraction initiative in the province for its Lambton Apprentice Job Match Tool.
The Sarnia-Lambton Apprentice Job Match Tool was created by the economic part- nership as a tool to connect local employers with apprentices locally and provincially
in response to local employer hiring challenges.
“Our Apprentice Job Match Tool is a game-changer for local employers and apprentices, we're proud to be leading the way in workforce development and resident attraction in Ontario.” said CEO Dan Taylor “It is great for our team to be recognized for the hard work they do for our area.”
Local employers with apprenticeship opportunities are encouraged to register for the free easy-to-use tool to develop their workforce and be matched directly to workers. For more information and to register your business with the tool visit: www.sarnialambtonapprentice.ca
SLEP Digital Main Street program revitalized to help small business
Local businesses looking to grow in Sarnia
-Lambton have some great news; the Digi-
tal Main Street program is back!
The Digital Main Street (DMS) program provides businesses in Sarnia-Lambton an opportunity to grow their business by imple- menting free digital tools and technologies to help make them the most tech-savvy and competitive businesses in the province. Local business owners who have already received help from the program are excited about the way it will help grow their business. Cat Cabajar said, “With the help of the Digital Service Squad, I was able to receive help through all of Digital Main Street’s available programs. The Digital Transformation Grant I was awarded will provide funds that will go towards improving
my online presence.”
Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership (SLEP) is excited to be revitalizing the Digital Main Street program. To keep up with the demand for the services and training offered through the pro- gram, two new Service Squad members have been added to help boost Sarnia-Lambton's local businesses.
CEO Dan Taylor noted, “This is a fantastic program to help businesses grow their business through the enhanced use of digi- tal tools. Through this offering, our goal is to make our business-
es more efficient, effective, and focused on what they do best. We are thrilled to add additional team members to get out in the community and provide business owners with this free sup- port.”
New Digital Main Street Service Squad members Tahreem Fatima and Kaila Borne will be visiting local businesses to bring awareness to the program, offering free one-on-one training and an assessment of your business’s digital needs.
Services and training offered are: 360 Photos for Google Business Profiles; Google Analytics; Social media; E- Commerce; ShopHERE; and Grants.
For more information about this program and how to ac- cess it, visit the DMS website at: www.sarnialambton.on.ca/ dms or call 519-332-1820.
The Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership (SLEP) is the lead
economic development agency for the Sarnia-Lambton area. Funded by the County of Lambton, the focus of SLEP is to pro- mote the distinct advantages offered to companies and resi- dents by Sarnia-Lambton. For more information about the Digi- tal Main Street program, go online to: www.digitalmainstreet.ca/ontario
SLEP updating Economic Development Strategy with community/business survey
A survey of residents and the business community is being conducted by the Sar- nia-Lambton Economic Partnership (SLEP)
to gather ideas about how to boost the economy and enhance quality of life in Lambton County. SLEP’s aim is to update its Economic Development Strategy, focusing on job creation, in- vestment, and the attraction of new residents to the area. These surveys will broaden SLEP’s understanding of what moti- vates people to move to Sarnia-Lambton and offer insights that can be used to nurture entrepreneurship.
The updated strategy will guide future efforts to support and grow existing businesses, as well as increase investment in the community. It will also advance ideas that lead to a broader community development action plan that enables job creation, including: placemaking, advanced broadband, housing choice and affordability, and more flexible commercial form and func-
tion for today’s entrepreneurs needing more nimble solutions.
The new strategy is scheduled for completion at the end of June 2023.
The work to date includes interviews with community and business leaders, a community leaders’ workshop, and data analysis of competitive economic sectors. From this work, some key themes have emerged, so a survey to gather feedback from residents and businesses was undertaken. The surveys include visioning for the future and sharing ideas about opportunities.
A survey link is available on the Sarnia Lambton Economic Partnership website: www.sarnialambton.on.ca/survey .
“We want this Economic Development Strategy to be em- brace big ideas that will set our community apart as we look to the future,” says Sarnia Lambton Economic Partnership CEO Dan Taylor. “We also need to focus on clear actions that will support our ambitious vision for the future.”
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Swim meet at Moore Sports Complex - budding aqua stars and remarkable races
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The swim meet hosted by the St. Clair Current (STCC) swim team was an action-packed event with lots of photogenic moments. Teams from Tillsonburg, Chatham and Aylmer provided plenty of competi- tion, packing the pool deck with 74 swimmers, 50 volunteers and an excited crowd of supportive parents, grandparents and siblings. STCC swimmers, ages 6 through 16, performed like the champs they are, each one bringing their best efforts to the task.
First place wins were realized by: Relay teams comprised of Leah Stephens and Jacob Rose (Mixed 12-13 freestyle); and Par- ker Leckie, and Ava Peachey (Mixed 10-11 freestyle); two firsts for Isaiah Tebbens; one first for Emma Gauvin; two firsts for Matteo Fanelli; a first for Brooklyn Suboni; two firsts for Jenah Stephens; two firsts for Daniel Jackson; a first for Kaylah Ste- phens; and two firsts for Adam Jackson.
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Above, photo 4: Swimmers competing in the Individual Medley 100IM (must swim all four strokes: the butterfly, backstroke, breast stroke, and freestyle, to finish) launch themselves off the blocks to begin the race. Three St. Clair Current swimmers (in silver caps) in- clude Jane St. Pierre, 11; Matteo Fanelli, 11, and Jenah Stephens, 10.
Right, photos 1,2,3: This vertical photo progression shows a team
relay race in progress: #1 STCC team member Isaiah Tebbins, 16, dives off the block as his teammate, Witney Wilson, 14, touches the pool wall at the end of her lap. #2 Isaiah takes flight. #3 Off to a
great start, Isaiah gains distance as he begins his lap. The team, which included Trevor Marut, 16, and Hailey Robbins, 14, placed second.
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STCC program helps youth develop life-long skills
As with any sport, learning the art of sportsmanship is so im- portant for the swimmers. It is equally important to our officials, volunteers, and most importantly, our parents. They get to see firsthand that it is not always about the win; it's congratulating lane mates, which speaks volumes about their level of respect for others and the friendships that develop which are a reward in itself.
Our swim team program is all about fitness, friendships and most importantly, having FUN! Our coach, Sue never carries a stopwatch to measure a swimmer's success. It is all about teaching proper tech- nique, building strength and endurance, and providing positive feed- back which, in turn, develops a swimmer's confidence which is truly a way of measuring success. They come to believe in their ability.
We have one more swim meet in Chatham. The Team Champion- ship will finish off the season. No summer program will run, but the
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Wyoming Public Pool will be offer- ing a summer swim team program for those who would like to keep up their swimming skills over the summer months. It also offers new swimmers an opportunity to try it to see if they would enjoy swim- ming on a team.
Our program will begin again in the fall, and we welcome all swim- mers! ~Tracy Martu, STCC President
Lambton County Library program One Seed Lambton features info and free seeds
Lambton County Library will be distributing free packets of Dwarf Grey Sugar Snow Peas, its selected seed for this year’s One Seed Lamb- ton program, starting on March 1.
One Seed Lambton unites the com- munity around growing a single type of seed. This Lambton County-wide initiative also nurtures food literacy
and gardening skills through workshops led by local ex- perts. The program, which began in March, invites inter- ested participants to pick up a free packet of seeds from any library location. Peas mature best in cooler tempera- tures and should be planted as soon as the soil can be worked in April. To support gardeners throughout the planting, growing, and harvesting process, Lambton Coun- ty Library will offer several free workshops throughout Lambton County, including:
• Get a head start with Preparing Your Garden on Saturday, May 6 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Wyoming Library. Sipkens Nurseries will share professional tips for starting your garden from seed.
• Explore Vegetable Gardening 101 on Tuesday, June 6 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Forest Library. Grow your best vegetable garden with no experience nec- essary! Learn how much and how often to water, how to use trellises, what kinds of fertilizer to use, and when and
Lambton County Library presents
how to harvest.
• Learn about 10 Ways to Improve your Health on Wednesday, July 19 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Corunna Library. Learn ways to improve your health through nutri- tion with Lambton Public Health.
• Seed Saving will be presented on Thursday, August 31 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Alvinston Library. Master the art of seed saving from certified seed collector, Mi- chael Schimp. Learn techniques, from seed maturation to harvesting, drying, and storing. Schimp will also guide you through end-of-season garden care, and how to put your garden to bed for the winter.
In addition to the One Seed Lambton program, Lambton County Library also offers a seed library which is a collection of more than 60 flower and garden seeds. To learn more about Lambton’s seed library, visit www.lclibrary.ca/seedlibrary or your local library.
For further information on upcoming library pro- grams visit www.lclibrary.ca/calendar
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NOTE: Lambton County Library is currently reviewing its community library branches to develop strategies that will help update and improve library service as the population grows. If you have suggestions or ideas that could be of value to these deliberations, there will be opportunities for you to voice them as this review con- tinues. (See Municipal Notes, page 2.)
Rhythms of Lambton spring concert
Rhythms of Lambton is returning for a second season cele- brating local musical talent.
The performances will continue at the Sarnia Library Theatre through June 2, 2023. Registration is required and can be complet- ed through the Lambton County Library events calendar.
Performances remaining include: the North Lambton Second- ary School (NLSS) Jazz Band and Chamber Choir, Relic, and The Brothers Wilde.
Performances will feature: *NLSS Jazz Band and Chamber Choir, a showcase of talent from students in the NLSS Jazz Band and Chamber Choir, performs Friday, April 21 from 7:00 to 8:00
p.m. *Relic, a cover band that performs the popular songs from the 60s and 70s, takes to the stage on Wednesday, May 31 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. *The Brothers Wilde, an up-and-coming country duo from Kettle and Stony Point, performs on Friday, June 2 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Don’t miss this chance to sample some
impressive local talent.
THE BEST
IS YET
TO COME!
Lambton County Library branches offer much more than books
For more information on locations, services and hours of operation visit www.lclibrary.ca
*Brigden 519-864-1142): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
*Corunna (519-862-1132): Monday through Friday, 10
a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
*Courtright 519-867-2712): Tuesday, Saturday, 10 a.m.
to 2 p.m.; Thursday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
*Mooretown (519-867-2823): Monday, Saturday, 9 a.m.
to 1 p.m.; Wednesday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
*Sombra (519-892-3711): Tuesday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
*Port Lambton (519-677-5217): Monday, Saturday, 10
a.m. to 2 p.m.; Wednesday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
*Wilkesport (519-864-4000): Tuesday, Saturday, 9 a.m.
to 1 p.m.; Thursday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
H E R I T A G E C O R N E R
Moore Museum hosts a delightful March Break surprise drop-in event
The Moore Museum opened its doors during March Break to host a sur- prise drop-in event that attracted families from all over the township and beyond.
Although this drop-in concept has been used before during the off- season, it proved to be a novelty for many young families.
In the kitchen, museum staffer Linda Wood cooked up several pans of deli- cious apple crumble that filled the main museum building with an aroma nobody could resist.
Photo Right: Brothers Torin, 7, and Rorek, 9, of Corunna, contributed
some muscle to the apple crumble creation by using a old time apple peel- er to supply raw material for Linda’s use. The boys were taking in the mu- seum sights accompanied by their grandparents Luba and Rick Boutotte of Corunna.
Below Left: Out in the Shaw Building, museum volunteer and expert carver Leo Griffith’s whimsically wonky cotton wood houses and wooden boots provided an intriguing scene for the Wasson family of Courtright. Krystal Wasson and her daughter, Kinsley, 4, took a few minutes to contem- plate who might be living in the tiny houses.
Below Right: A fascinated guest from Manitoba was given a tour around
the site by museum volunteer and chief engineer of the train room, Tom Walters. His fellow train enthusiast, Morgan Turney of Winnipeg, not only got a sneak peek into the train room, he also got to see the museum work shop where repairs, refurbishments and special projects take shape. One of the most noteworthy refurbishments currently in the works is a pair of time-weary windows that came to the Moore Museum with a provenance dating back to 1895 in Pe- trolia. Morgan holds a tattered cord that once held a weight which helped open and close one pane of the window.
The windows were originally part of the Michigan Central Railway station when Petrolia was one of the MCR rail line. When the railway stopped running, the station was decommissioned in 1930 and sold, with the provision that whoever bought it would need to remove it from the property. The buyer hauled the building away on a horse-drawn trailer, and part of it made its way to Bright’s Grove, where it became part of a cottage that still stands near the shore.
The windows were removed before the building was relocated and had several owners before they arrived at the Moore Museum. The handy museum volunteers have been using their extensive woodworking skills to restore the win- dows to their former beauty. When ready, they will become part of two new artifact display cabinets.
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Corunna 200th update
Plans for the Corunna 200th cele- brations are being developed and set in motion at an astounding pace.
Sponsorship packages have been cre- ated to give business and industry supporters an opportunity to show their community spirit. The Two Wa- ter Brewing Company of Corunna has already come aboard with owner Dean Esser pitching in to develop an
online presence for the celebration. The company has also introduced a commemorative 200 Series beverage can, which will contain a brew created specifically for the occasion, as well as a seltzer.
Products and services are being sourced locally when- ever possible. Dynamic Graphics of Corunna was en- gaged to design the streetlight banners that be installed along Lyndoch Street this spring.
Commemorative promotional items from CR Creative will soon be available. Items such as t-shirts, hoodies, insulated drink cups, baseball hats and foam drink can holders will be offered through an on-line store and at local outlets.
The Sarnia-Lambton Real Estate Board has also made a generous donation.
A permanent project that will remain part of the town will be placed where a modest little stone cairn now stands on the north side of Hill Street at the railway tracks. The attractive and informative St. George’s Par- kette will mark the site of what could have been the centre of Canada’s capital.
The parkette will include a concrete platform fitted with a comfy bench and two stunning informational story boards created by Heritage St. Clair. One will explain the circumstances behind Corunna’s moment of glory and one will highlight the Erie and Huron Rail- way that used to run between many of the villages which dotted the territory that became St. Clair Town- ship.
Even local schools are boarding the Corunna 200th train. A children’s choir of 200 St. Joseph’s School stu- dents will be attending the dedication of the St. George’s Square parkette slated for May 23. Sir John Moore students will be making a commemorative quilt that will be presented at the May 23 and the quilt will remain at the school. Col. Cameron School students are thinking of ways they can be involved.
The day-long, family-friendly finale to the celebra- tions is already shaping up to be one for the history books. Be sure to mark your calendar for Saturday, September 23 and join the fun on Lyndoch Street while it’s shut down host to this lively community festival from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
September 23 will be filled with kids’ activities, ven- dors, food, music, and some super-cool special presen- tations and colourful characters from Hoop You that will appeal to every age.
Sponsorship opportunities are available, from having your company logo printed along with the Corunna 200 logo on the commemorative apparel to the purchase of 200 t-shirts for the children’s choir to a contribution to the landscaping or the commemorative bench at St. George’s Parkette. These a just a few of the many sponsorships open to individuals, businesses and corpo- rations who would like to make a lasting mark on local history.
f Peaceful winter artistry is found at snowy Greenhills Gardens
If you know where to look,Greenhills Gardens is never camera shy, even in the dead of winter.
The calm garden pond displays crisp, clearly defined reflections.
Above: Local resident Steve Denning stopped to enjoy the beautiful winter garden while out on his snowmobile. He said he enjoys visiting Greenhills Gardens in all seasons.
Right: Playful shadows peek through the latticework of the covered bench-lined walkway.
B. Stevenson
SCRCA annual meeting: future depends on timely, resilient, and consistent stewardship
Bonnie Stevenson
The St. Clair Region Conservation Authority annual meeting held on March 10 was met once again by nasty weather that kept some board members attending virtual- ly, but it didn’t stop the work that needed to be done.
During his exit address, 2022 Board of Directors Chair Mike Stark referred to the past years as “another year of resiliency, creativity and change.” He thanked the board and SCRCA staff for their dedication during the pandemic and their seamless transition back to pre-pandemic opera- tions. He also expressed appreciation to Municipal, Pro- vincial, and Federal levels of government for the support and funding the SCRCA has received, especially for the
massive St. Clair River Shoreline Protection effort that uses huge ar- mour stones to shield the shoreline against wave erosion and ice dam- age.
One of the first orders of business was the election of a new 2023 chair and vice-chair; the positions are now filled by Chair Pat Brown, who is also a St. Clair Township Council- lor, and Vice-Chair Lorie Scott.
Highlights from the 2022 SCRCA
ing, it was noted that the floodway was built to design specifications to function 10 times in 100 years and, as of the end of 2022, it had already reached that milestone. It had only taken 38 years to exhaust the floodway’s pro- jected life expectancy.
Ontario Bill 23, the More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022, passed on November 28, 2022, and the SCRCA’s response to it was briefly reviewed during the meeting’s Business Reports. The bill repeals and re-enacts two subsections of The Conservation Authorities Act, which is causing con- cern among environmental groups. (For more information on Bill 23, go online to: ola.org>bill23)
During the annual meeting, 2022 SCRCA Chair Mike Stark remarked, “The resilience of our organization will be vital as we adapt to the legislative changes from the Government of Ontario as part of the More Homes Built Faster Act. Despite adding our voice to the many who op- posed the legislation, these changes will have implications to the service the Conservation Authority currently pro- vides to our member municipalities. We will continue to work with, and foster, a positive relationship with our provincial government and member municipalities to sup- port development in Ontario, while protecting our envi- ronment.”
Footnote*
Pat Brown
SCRCA Chair 2023
Annual Report revealed the authori- ty’s three regional campgrounds/ conservation areas operated at full capacity last year. Upgrades to sever-
Hurricane Hazel
Known as the deadliest and most intense hurricane of the 1954 season, Hurricane Hazel was born in the Carib-
bean off the coast of Venezuela and became an unpre-
al trail systems and conservation area amenities were done thanks to donations and funding programs. The pro- tection and monitoring programs continued, with 4,000 individual fish and 3,600 individual freshwater mussels being collected, identified, and released, and the Captive Hatch and Release Turtle program saw the release of 2,800 turtle hatchlings into the Sydenham River. On land, 55,000 trees were planted, and 36 stewardship projects were supported throughout the St. Clair Region water- shed.
The Authority’s conservation education in-person and virtual program options reached over 20,000 students and a new five-year strategic plan was developed to guide the Authority’s strategic direction and objectives.
The weather of 2022 proved to be a continuous chal- lenge, with high volumes of rain causing flooding con- cerns. Flooding was also on the agenda for another rea- son. The operation of the W. Darcy McKeough Floodway south of Sombra, built in 1984 and acknowledged as On- tario’s largest flood diversion project, was cited as an example of how global warming is influencing area weath- er conditions.
During the floodway’s design process, calculations based on historical weather data and many other factors concluded the floodway should be expected to respond to ten “100-year” floodings over the course of its lifespan. The worst case scenario used during the process was Hur- ricane Hazel* (see Footnote*, right). At the March meet-
dictable killer that seemed to have a mind of its own. When its rampage was over, it had made liars out of sea- soned meteorologists who tried to predict its course based on logic and empirical science. They predicted it would make landfall on Jamaica but instead, it suddenly veered north, avoided Cuba, and made landfall near the border of South and North Carolina. Forecasters believed the cooler water would slow it down but it continued over land heading north to leave a path of destruction through Virginia, Pennsylvania, and New York State, then it crossed Lake Ontario and hit Toronto. Still powerful, it continued its northern journey up to James Bay before it veered sharply east and finally lost momentum in Labra- dor. It achieved wind speeds up to 120 km/hr and ac- counted for massive flooding and devastation as it went. The confirmed loss of life in the U.S. was 95 and in Cana- da, it killed 469, with many more suspected casualties that could only be acknowledged as missing. In Toronto alone, the death toll was a confirmed 81 people.
Even now, information obtained from the study of Hurricane Hazel continues to set the paradigm for the development of defenses like the Darcy McKeough Flood- way and public safety protocols based on the lessons learned from the mega-storm.
Sources: The Canadian Encyclopedia, Toronto Star, and two lucky Torontonians who heard the monster roar.
See SCRCA Conservation Awards, page 16
SCRCA presents Conservation Awards during annual G.M.
From page 15
The St. Clair Region annual general meeting al- ways includes the presentation of Conservation Awards that celebrate and acknowledge community members and organizations who have made notewor- thy contributions to the health of the St. Clair Re- gion. This year, four deserving recipients received that honour.
1. Recipient Bob Walsh received the award for the work he has done aiding SCRCA biologists in turtle conservation and preservation. During the month of June, from dawn to dusk since 2019, Bob has helped locate and report at-risk nests to biologists. His self- less actions in the safeguarding of biodiversity, and the longevity of an endangered species within the SCRCA watershed, have been vital to the Authority’s Captive Hatch and Release Turtle program. (Bob could not attend the presentation.)
2. Mary Tizzard was acknowledged for her work with the SCRCA’s Conservation Area department. She contributed almost 1,000 volunteer hours, helping staff with the maintenance of the Authority’s trail systems with “housekeeping” activities such as mow- ing, trimming vegetation, trail widening, and pollina- tor habitat planting. She also helped with the construc- tion of new boardwalks at the Coldstream and Clark Wright Conservation Areas. (Mary could not attend the presentation.)
3. & 4. Overseeing the family farm, Chris and Vivi-
2023 Chair Pat Brown, left, and 2022 Chair Mike Stark present Vivian and Chris Crump with their SCRCA Conser- vation Award in acknowledgement of the extensive envi- ronmental changes they have made to their property and their farming methods. SCRCA photo
an Crump have completely reworked their farm to reflect their desire to bring it in line with their vision of an envi- ronmentally responsible property. Since 2019, a grassed waterway, a rock chute, and a series of wetlands have been installed to improve local habitat, preventing soil and nutrients from entering local waterways. Over 3,000 trees have been planted on their property and they have adopted rotational grazing and crop cover practices. Vivi- an operates The Crump Family Farm, a local retail and market that sells their own meat and eggs, as well as lo- cal honey and grains. Chris is a soil erosion contractor cer- tified by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA). He works with local Conservation Authorities, Alternative Land Use Services (ALUS) and Ducks Unlimited Canada to help create habitat across southwestern Ontario through the construction of wet- lands and soil erosion control structures.
The Crump family farm transition didn’t begin until the couple was able to find a suitable organization that could supply all of the information and assistance they would need. Working with the SCRCA has been a revelation for Chris and Vivian, who hope more farmers will find out about the many services and programs it offers.
“The Conservation Authorities programs are here to help you. They get your farm working better than it ever did before. They’re great to work with. The projects you do help everybody upstream because they don’t cost any- body upstream money and it’s helping everybody down- stream with the environment,” said Chris.
We now offer online program registration.
Please visit https://www.nlchc.com/services/wellness- programs/ (Be sure to specify which program you are registering for on the top of the form.) Please note the appropriate contact info for program registration listed beside each program.
In Person-Low Impact Exercise: Low impact exercises performed using body weight and resistance bands. All abilities welcome. To register, call 519-344-3017 ext. 237 or email adinell@nlchc.com
Brigden Low Impact: Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. at Brigden Fair Grounds, 2976 Brigden Road, Brigden.
Mooretown Low Impact: Thursdays 9:30 a.m. at Moore- town Sports Complex, 1166 Emily St.)
Virtual Exercise: To register, call 519-344-3017 ext. 237 or email adinell@nlchc.com to register and/or receive the Zoom link. Last virtual exercise class will be Friday April 28 as we shift into our Spring programming. Watch for the new schedule in May!
Virtual Low Impact Exercise: Wednesdays & Fridays (Zoom) at 9 a.m. Low impact exercises performed using body weight and resistance bands. All abilities welcome.
Virtual Shibashi: Tuesdays, (Zoom) at 11 a.m. Tai chi/ qigong is a practice of aligning breath and movement for exercise and health. Shibashi consists of 18 simple steps. It is easy to learn and perfect for beginners.
Virtual Sit or Stand Exercise: Mondays (Zoom) at 1:30
p.m. Virtual Chair Exercise: No impact exercise performed standing or seated in a chair, resistance bands are used. All exercise abilities are welcome.
Anger Management: Starting March 23 to May 11. Every Thursday night from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Identify your an- ger triggers, patterns, and practice positive & effective anger management skills. To be added to the waitlist, call 519-344-3017 ext. 237 or email adinell@nlchc.com
Boosting Balance & Bone Health: Wednesdays—2 to 4
p.m. Starts April 12 to- May 10 at 460 Christina St. N, Sar- nia) Five-week exercise and education program run by Occupational Therapist designed to improve balance and strength. To register please call 519-344-3017 ext. 274.
Cooking Buddies: Children’s cooking classes for ages be- tween 6 to 12 years old. The class will focus on learning to read recipe cards, measure ingredients, try new foods,
and to have fun! Classes will run monthly. CLASSES ARE FULL AT THIS TIME! Reminder—This is the last Cooking Buddies Classes for this session! Locations: April 24 (Brigden)
Coffee Time: Fridays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Cardiac Rehab Site, 460 Christina St. N. Parking at the back of the building, off Maxwell St.). Join us for coffee and conversa- tion, free of charge! Anyone is welcome to attend! To reg- ister, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259 or email cdougan@nlchc.com .
GardenFresh Box: The Garden Fresh Box is an inexpensive monthly food buying club for anyone who wants fresh veg- etables and fruit all year round. For info, call 519-344- 3017, ext. 237 or email adinell@nlchc.com. Orders are accepted in person with payment. Cash only.
Meditation: Mondays 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St. in Sarnia. In- crease self esteem, improve concentration, lower blood pressure, reduce stress, anxiety, emotional balance. To register, call 519-344-3017 ext. 237 or email adinell@nlchc.com
Opening Doors: Healthy lifestyle program for individuals living with mental illness or seeking mental health sup- port. For information, 519-344-3017, Ext. 277.
Virtual Baby Food Making Class: April 26 at 1:30-3p.m. Learn about up-to-date guidelines, how to progress tex- ture modifications, baby-led weaning, healthy meal and snack ideas and much more! To register call 519-786-4545 ext. 307.
Virtual Dietitian Visit – Feeding Your Toddler: April 4 at 1:30-3:30pm. Learn ways to support your toddler’s picky eating by getting tips and ideas for healthy snacks & meals advice from our Registered Dietitians. To register, email EarlyON@nlchildcare.ca
Virtual Healthy Heart Conversation Class: April 13 at 1:30-3:30pm. This is group session lead by Dietitian to dis- cuss about understanding cholesterol, controlling BP, healthy heart eating and lifestyle changes. To register, call 519-786-4545 ext. 307.
Young Parent Prenatal: April to May 16 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth Street, Sarnia. Four-week program facilitated by Lambton Public Health learning with other young parents about labour and delivery, relationships, nutrition, caring for your baby and more! To register please call LPH at 519
-383-3817 for more info to register.
THE MOORETOWN SPORTS COMPLEX
1166 Emily Street, Mooretown, ON N0N 1M0
For further information about programming or updates about the exciting new updates, completed or underway, here’s how to contact us:
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Moore Sports Complex SUMMER CAMP
Registration opens April 12th, 2023 at 9 a.m. Our 2023 Camp brings the exciting experience of summer camp to children with crafts, songs, games, swimming, and much more! Each day will be filled with fun, adventure and lots of activity. For Summer Camp have the option of regis- tering for the week or full summer.
Register online or call 519-867-2651.
Camp Hours of Operation
Regular Camp Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday – Friday Extended Before care begins at 7:30am Monday – Friday Extended After care ends at 5:30 pm Monday – Friday
Sunday, April 30 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sydenham River Canoe and Kayak Race
Starting location will be Mosside Line at the Sydenham River. The race will terminate at the Shetland Conserva- tion Area. For more information, call 519-384-0735.
Sunday, September 10 – 9 a.m.
A Geocaching Adventure
Be at Lorne C. Henderson Conservation Area for this fas- cinating geocaching scavenger hunt.
Sunday, September 24 Foundation Memorial Forest Dedication
Lorne C. Henderson Conservation Area will host the St.
Clair Region Conservation Authority Foundation
MOR E AR OUND T HE TOWNS HIP
From page 20
Time to celebrate spring on Sunday, April 16 at the Spring Country Jamboree being held at the Brigden Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall. (It is being held one week later than normal due to the Easter Brunch.) Come and dance the afternoon away or sit, listen and tap your toes. Doors open at noon with music starting at 1
p.m. A cash bar will be open and for those who want to enjoy the famous scalloped potato and ham dinner at just $15 per person, it will be served at 5 p.m. Mu- sicians are always welcome.
Treat Mom to Mothers Day Brunch
Moore Agricultural Society, Home of the Brigden Fair, invites you and your family to the Mother’s Day Brunch at Brigden Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall on Sun- day, May 14. Seating will be from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Adults are $15, children 6-10 are $8, and children 5 and under are free. No Reservations are required.
Raffle tickets for Brigden Fair quilt on sale
If you haven’t ordered your Brigden Fair Homecraft Division Annual Quilt Raffle tickets yet, you can get them from any Homecraft member (in person), at events such as the September Downriver Craft Show (Mooretown), at the fairgrounds, or you can purchase by e-transfer at quiltraffle@brigdenfair.ca . Be sure to include how many tickets you want to pur- chase, including names and contact information for the tickets. The cost is $2/ticket or 3 for $5, and they can also be purchased in larger quantities. Your tick- ets will be emailed to you. The winning ticket will be drawn Thanksgiving Monday, but don’t delay! Limited tickets are available.
The Royal Canadian Legion Br. 447 Corunna will host the following activities. CLOSED ON GOOD FRIDAY.
Regular Legion Br. 447 Activities
Every Monday is Pepper at 1 p.m. Every Monday is Cornhole at 6:30 p.m.
Every Wednesday is Wacky Wednesday all day. Every Thursday is Cribbage at 1 p.m.
Every Friday is Bridge at 1 p.m.
Every Saturday is Meat draw at 4 p.m. Every Friday – Fun Darts at 7 p.m.
Tuesday, April 4, 11 – SLDL Pub Darts at 7:30 p.m.
Special events at Br. 447
Please note the building is wheelchair accessible.
April 4, 7 p.m. – General Meeting, nominations now
open for executive positions.
April 11, 6:30 p.m.—Ladies Auxiliary meeting
April 15, 11 a.m.– Progressive Euchre Tournament. April 15, 6 p.m. Pub Night with Travis Laur
April 18, 7 p.m.—Executive meeting
April 29, 3 p.m.—Open Jam Session
ELVIS is coming to Corunna Legion
Put on your blue suede shoes and party like it’s 1956 at the Royal Canadian Legion Corunna Br. 447 when the ELVIS SHOW takes to the stage on Saturday, May 6. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Contact the Corunna Legion at 519-862-1240 for tickets.
The Royal Canadian Legion Br. 635 Brigden will host the following activities in April:
Cards at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 1.
Pool at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 6, Friday, April 14, 21, 28. Meat Raffle at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 8 and 22. Trivia at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 15.
Elimination Draw at 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 29.
Courtright Friendship Club activities
The Courtright Friendship Club meets every first Thurs- day of every month next to the Courtright Library, 1533 Fourth Street. Annual membership is $10, but non- members are welcome to come out to the groups weekly card games. Euchre is played on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. and Pepper is played on Fridays at 7 p.m. The cost per game is $3 per person.
Sombra Community Centre Euchre
A euchre party is now held at the Sombra Community Centre every Friday afternoon at 1 p.m. Play will contin- ue until May 19 (with the exception of Good Friday on April 7). Ten games will be played each afternoon. New players will be welcome.
Kinsmen Club on/line raffle
The Kinsmen Club of Sarnia is holding it’s first Fa- ther’s Day online 50/50 with proceeds to St. Joseph’s Hospice and other local charitable and not-for-profit organizations. The winning ticket will be drawn a 4 p.m. on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 18. License RAF1288800. To purchase tickets go to: http:// sarniakinsmenribfest5050.ca/
Sombra Optimists to host 17th annual car show
Get the details for this much-anticipated annual event on page 19.
MAS Events welcome spring
Th Moore Agricultural Society, Home of the Brigden Fair, invites you and your family to the Easter Sunday Brunch on Sunday, April 9 with seating from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will be held at the Brigden Fairgrounds Exhi- bition Hall. Adults $15; Children 6-10 $8; Children 5 and under – free. No reservations required.
Spring Country Jamboree in Brigden