The St. Clair township
E A C O N
THE TOWNSHIP
ISSUE 7 VOLUME 17
July 2024
OF ST. CLAIR
Inside
MUNICIPAL NOTES
Pages 2-4
WORKS DEPARTMENT
Pages 6-8
Friday, July 19 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. See page
17
Sunday, Aug. 11@ 2pm See page 19
Around the Township Pages 20-16
~Heritage St. Clair Committee takes a bow~
Heritage St. Clair Committee members have a lot to smile about after being awarded the status of Heritage Champions at a recent meeting of Lambton County Council. (See page 5). The group was nominated by township residents for their work preserving the memories and, sometimes, the historical property or items, associated with their local history.
Taking time out from a recent meeting at the Moore Museum, committee members gathered in front of the museum’s schoolhouse to commemorate their award. From fore- ground left: Paul Smith, Louis Townsend; Dave Pattenden, Past Chairperson; Secretary Dave Taylor; Librarian Bob Goodearle; Nora McGill; Barb Good; Miria Pelletier; Treasurer Jan Smith; Chairperson Tracy Kingston. Absent from photo: Bob Nicol; Brent Anderson; Craig Perrin; John Richardson; Council rep Bill Myers; Council rep Holly Foster.
Coming in July
The public is invited to attend the unveiling of four new Heritage St. Clair storyboards in the Sombra/Port Lambton area on Saturday, July 20 at 9:30 a.m.
More about the unveiling event on page 19
Find The Beacon in black & white paper format at any St. Clair Township library branch or for the colour version, go to: www.stclairtownship.ca>beacon
All regular council meetings are open to the public, and can also be seen online by going
onto the township website at:
www.stclairtownship.ca.
The summer council schedule will be reduced to one meeting per month.
Upcoming council meetings will be: Monday, July 15 at 3 p.m. and
Monday, August at 3 p.m.
Have a safe, happy summer!
To make a presentation to council or for more information, call the St. Clair Township municipal office at 519-867-2021 (1-800-809-0301).
NOTE: This information is
accurate at publication time and may be subject to change.
Thursday, July 25
Thursday, September 26
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
Please make sure your dog(s) has a 2024 St. Clair Township tag. Application forms are available online at: stclairtownship.ca or tags can be ob- tained at the St. Clair Township Civic Centre, 1155 Emily Street, Mooretown. If there are changes/errors on your renewal notice, please call the township immedi-
ately at 519-867-2021.
St. Clair Township now has a 24/7 dog catching line!
Please call 519-312-1322 to report stray animals.
More Municipal Notes page 3
Township office staff and personnel conduct the business of the township as it is written in the by-laws and in the decisions made for the smooth operation of the municipality. When in- teracting with these people, remember they must adhere to these by-laws and decisions when trying to assist you. PLEASE BE COURTEOUS TO THEM. Remember they are doing their job. Even if the answers you receive in the course of your interaction are not satisfactory to you, ask them politely who would be able to help them and how to contact them.
Please treat our staff the way you want to be treated.
Continued from page 2 MORE MUNICIPAL NOTES
Operation of any motor vehicle on St. Clair River Trail is illegal
Recent complaints to the St. Clair Township office indicate there are still some people operating their motor
vehicles on the St. Clair River Trail.
It is not only a Provincial offence to operate a motor vehicle on the trail, but it violates St. Clair Township By- Law #45 of 2018, in which motor vehicles are defined as any type of vehicle drawn, propelled, or driven by any kind of power except muscular power. This in-
Training will elevate Administration of Strategic Plan
Now that the finished St. Clair Township Strategic Plan has been presented before Council, its members have agreed it would be helpful to establish a strong collective sense of how to administer it for optimum effect.
Council has passed a motion to approach Kate Graham of Colliers Project Leaders (Kate prepared and presented the Strategic Plan) to conduct a training session to edu- cate them on how best to administer and conform to the plan.
Benzene release issue gains local support
A letter to Council from the City of Sarnia, regarding concern for the benzene releases that have continued to have a negative impact on the Aamjiwnaang First Nation community, was reviewed during the June 17
council meeting. Citing the tenets of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
(UNDRIP), Sarnia’s UNDRIP Committee requested that Sarnia Council formally voice support for the Aam-
jiwnaang First Nations efforts to putting a stop to the
benzene threat.
All Lambton County municipalities, as well as the On- tario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and
cludes automobiles, motor scooters, mini-bikes, motor- ized snow vehicles, golf carts and ATVs.
The St. Clair River Trail exists to provide pedestrians of all ages with a safe place to walk and enjoy the natural beauty the St. Clair River Trail affords.
Every person who contravenes any provision of the by-law is guilty of an offence and if convicted, faces a set fine of $200.
Parks, are being approached to support the effort to compel INEOS Styrolution to halt production until the company implements a permanent, substantiated solu- tion. Council received the letter and will obtain more information on the situation as it progresses.
Shell reports on upcoming turnaround
The Shell Canada Manufacturing Centre near Corun- na will be engaged in a major turnaround this summer.
Kevin McMahon, General Manager of Shell Manufac- turing Centre Corunna, recently attended council to present an overview of the activities that will be taking place in and around the facility this summer. He says aside from the facility’s 340 employees, another 250 to 300 contract workers will also be onsite, so that will likely have a definite impact on the community. Traffic is expected to increase on access roads but local busi- nesses will benefit. There will also be some oversized equipment being hauled into the site, so some major roads will likely be temporarily affected. Excessive flar- ing may also take place, but an effort will be made to alert the public of local disruptions to minimize any impact on the community.
Lambton Public Health releases extreme heat safety information
Extreme summer heat has already hit St. Clair reschedule strenuous activities if possible between 11
Township once this year, and Lambton Public a.m. and 3 p.m. when the sun’s rays are strongest; Health has issued information that will help res- avoid the sun if possible, apply spf, wear a hat, sun- idents cope with extreme weather conditions glasses and light clothing; take cool showers or baths;
throughout the year. if you take medication or have a health condition ask a
Warming/cooling stations operate throughout health provider if heat will increase your risk and fol- Lambton County operate when extreme temperature low directions; NEVER LEAVE ANYONE/PET in a parked alerts are issued. They offer short-term relief during car.
these times, are open during normal hours of operation If you know anyone at risk for heat-related illnesses, and are not expected to provide extra amenities and ser- including older adults and those with chronic illnesses, vices. They include recreation centres, health centres, check on them to see if they are staying cool and well libraries, and other public and municipal centres. hydrated.
In St. Clair Township, Warming/Cooling centres in- Dr. Dueck notes heat strokes are medical emergencies. clude: Brigden, Corunna, Courtright, Mooretown, Port Symptoms include: high body temperature, dizziness or Lambton, Sombra and Wilkesport libraries; and Moore- fainting, confusion, or has stopped sweating. The victim town Sports Complex. should be moved to cooler location like a air conditioned
Dr. Karalyn Dueck, Medical Officer of Health for space and given lots of water. If symptoms persist or Lambton County, says, “Heat-related illnesses are a cooling and hydration is unavailable, call 911 immediate- high risk for the elderly, children, and those with ly if these symptoms are observed.
chronic illnesses.” She warns that although these are For more information on this subject, go online to:
the people most susceptible to heat, others can be ad- LambtonPublicHealth.ca or call 519-383-8331 or toll versely affected as well. “Any individual can be im- -free at 1-800-667-1839.
pacted…especially if they work or are active out- ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
doors.” Dr. Dueck recommends these people should Please remember that pets can be affected by heat take steps to cope with the heat. Recommendations just like humans. They need a cool place to shelter include: drinking plenty of fluids, especially water; through the day and frequently replenished water bowls.
For more Municipal Notes, see page 4
To mark the 175th anniversary of the County of Lamb- ton, Lambton County museums and Lamb- ton County libraries are encouraging resi- dents to show off their historical items and share their stories at Show & Tell events.
At these Show & Tell events, residents will also have the benefit of accessing the expertise of staff from the Museums and Archives, who may be able to provide ad- ditional insight about the item and may be able to record, digitize, or photograph the item to allow future generations to learn about Lambton’s history.
Said Adrienne Lebert, Public Services Coordinator,
Lambton County Library, “Whether it’s a family photo capturing generations gone by, a handwritten diary chron- icling local life, or a treasured heirloom passed down
through the ages, every item holds a piece of Lambton’s heritage.” In the interest of public safety, event organiz- ers are asking residents not to bring firearms.
“Lambton’s 175th Anniversary has created a great oppor- tunity for us to reach out to residents in an effort to cele- brate and learn more about our local history and ensure we are taking steps preserve it for future generations,” said Nicole Aszalos, Archivist / Supervisor, Lambton Coun- ty Archives. “Every household in Lambton County is likely to have a treasured photo of their ancestors pos-
ing outside their Lambton farmhouse, a family favourite recipe that has been passed down by each generation, a ledger from the family busi- ness, or a school or team uniform in their attic. We would love to see these types of local histori- cal artifacts and learn about their history.”
Lambton’s 175th Show & Tell events will take
place at various locations throughout Lambton County from June to September. Residents are required to regis- ter in advance at lambtonmuseums.ca/show for event
planning purposes . Lambton 175th Show & Tell will take place at the following locations:
• • Mooretown Library: Monday, June 24, , from
• 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
• • Watford Community Centre: Thursday, July 11, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• • Forest Library: Thursday, July 18, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• • Lambton Heritage Museum: Saturday, July 27,
from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. (more may be planned).
• • Sarnia Library: Tuesday, August 13, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• • Camlachie Library: Saturday, August 17, from 10
a.m. to 12 p.m.
• • Oil Museum: Thursday, August 22, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• • Florence Community Centre: Thursday, Septem- ber 12, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
• • Petrolia YMCA: Saturday, September 14, from 10
a.m. to 12 p.m.
• • Brigden Library: Wednesday, September 25, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
At the conclusion of the Lambton 175th Show & Tell events, a presentation highlighting some of the most interesting artifacts will be held at Sar- nia Library Theatre on Wednesday, October 9, at 6:30 p.m. For more information visit lambtonmu- seums.ca/show
Oil Museum plants trees to honour County of Lambton 175th anniversary
As part of the County of Lambton’s 175th Anniversary celebrations this year, the County of Lambton partnered with the St. Clair Region Conservation Authority (SCRCA) and Enbridge Fueling Futures Program to initiate a multi- phase tree planting project at the Oil Museum of Canada National Historic Site property located in Oil Springs.
The goal of the project is to naturalize a significant portion of the property through the development of a mini- forest, incorporating a future walking trail for museum interpretation and experience development.
Over 35 volunteers and staff with the County, Enbridge, and SCRCA were on hand at the Oil Museum on Thurs- day, May 30 to assist with the planting. Project funding support was also provided by Environment and Climate Change Canada, EcoAction Community Funding Program, and Canadian Trees for Life. The first step in the project was initiated with the planting of nearly 400 native trees and shrubs, including: 175 tulip trees, to mark the anniver- sary year. Sycamore, bur oak, red oak, swamp white oak, silver maple, Kentucky coffee tree, black chokeberry, and winterberry varieties were also planted to begin the process of restoration. The planting of a mini-forest is a method of densely planting native plants, one meter apart, to make them compete and grow faster, and squeeze out space
for any unwanted invasive species. Mulch and compost is also added as ground cover to simulate the kind of organic matter that would be found in a mature forest. “What better way to mark an anniversary than to establish a legacy mini-forest that will benefit generations to come,” said Andrew Meyer, General Manager, Cultural Services Division. “We are incredibly grateful for the support of our community partners in making this anniver- sary project possible.” “This is a small but important step in a much larger planting and restoration project that will have a positive impact on our watershed,” said Jessica Van Zwol, Healthy Watershed Specialist with SCRCA. “Tree planting is a great way to retain soil and nutrients, which are needed for agricultural purposes and ensure healthy water quality in the Sydenham River watershed. SCRCA photo
To learn more about the SCRCA and its programs, visit
www.scrca.on.ca. For more information on how the County is marking its 175th anniversary, visit: lambtononline.ca/175.
Lambton County Heritage champs receive awards
A group of 27 Lambton County herit- age champions received some much- deserved acknowledgement during the Lambton County Heritage Champions ceremony on June 5. These individuals and groups were nominated by their communities for their steadfast com- mitment to the conservation, restora- tion, and promotion of local heritage and identity.
The ceremony was held in conjunc- tion with a regular County Council meeting as part of the celebration of the 175th Anniversary of the Corpora- tion of the County of Lambton.
St. Clair Township heritage champs who were identified to receive an award included: Heritage St. Clair Committee (HSCC) was recognized for preserving and promoting the storied history of St. Clair Township with herit- age advocacy, programs and events, advisory support for the municipality,
and heritage-related storyboards.
Shelley Lucier-Lord was cited for past and current work with the Sombra Museum. Over her years with the muse- um, she was responsible for many ex- hibits, events and programs, and she is still active in community heritage mat- ters.
Heritage St. Clair Committee mem- bers include: Chair Tracy Kingston; Vice-Chair Bob Nicol; Treasurer Jan Smith; Secretary Dave Taylor; Librari- an Bob Goodearle; Past-Chair Dave Pattenden; Members Barb Good; Brent Anderson; Craig Perrin; John Richard- son; Louis Townsend; Miria Pelletier; Nora McGill; and Paul Smith. Current St. Clair Township Council representa- tives are Bill Myers and alternate rep Holly Foster.
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Water utility appointments St. Clair Township By-Law 11 of 2024 requires at least 48
require 48 hours notice hours notice in advance of scheduling appointments with the
Public Works department to avoid service fees.
Mosquito Control Set for Township
The County of Lambton will be running the annual Mosquito Larvicide program thought the County. Larvicide tablets will be placed in catch basins thought the Township three (3) times during the upcoming season.
• Residents wishing to report any recycling collection issues are to con- tact the Contractor (Emterra Environmental) directly at 1-888-597- 1541.
• Alternatively, visit their website at: emterra.ca, and click on “Customer Service” section.
• For further recycling issues / concerns residents may also contact
Rinsing food residue from containers prepares them
to be
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There is a new “Where to Recycle” website that has launched that offers residents the ability to look up items they are unsure of where to recycle:
RPRA (Resource Productivity & Recovery Authority) –
RPRA’s ‘Where to Recycle’ map displays locations across
Ontario where you can drop off used materials to be recy- cled, such as batteries, electronics, household hazardous waste, lighting and tires, for free. Materials collected at these locations are reused, refurbished, recycled, or
properly disposed of to help keep them out of landfill, recover valuable resources and protect our environment.
Yard Waste Collection:
*Brush collection (bundles of sticks) is no longer provided. See below chart for suggested disposal sites.
*Yard waste collection (leaves, grass, etc.) will be collected for the spring season between April 22 and June 19, and again for the fall season between Oct. 2 and Nov. 20.
*Christmas tree collection will remain the same for Jan. 6, 2025.
Suggested locations to take brush:
(All locations require a fee)
Transco Recycling, 387 McGregor Side Rd., Sarnia; Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m. to Noon;
519-332-4045
Curran Recycling, 526 McGregor Side Rd., Sarnia; Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m. to Noon: 519-
332-0849
Waste Depot, 456 McGregor Side Rd., Sarnia; Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sat. 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
519-333-08252
Wallaceburg Leaf and Yard Depot, 505 Water St., Wallaceburg Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m. to Noon
519-627-8101
NOTE: Call ahead to confirm hours and fees which are all are subject to change.
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An underground network of natural gas lines, electricity, telephone, internet and TV cable wires, as well as water and sewer connections, lurk beneath your property. Digging without knowing what and where they are is a foolish
shortcut that can have dire consequences such as: injury to you and those around you; loss of essential services for you and your neighbours;
and costly restorations and legal actions resulting from your careless actions.
The DIG SAFE program was recently kicked off for the season at the St.
Clair Township Civic Centre to raise awareness that it’s easy to have your
property checked for hazards. Simply
contact OntarioOneCall five days before you intend to dig. It’s not just a safe thing to do, IT’S THE LAW!
When the underground
hazards have been marked, you can dig with care.
ABOVE: The kickoff flag-raising for the Dig Safe program at the St. Clair Township Civic Centre was attended by sev- eral Township Council members and staff, as well as repre- sentatives from Ontario Region Common Ground Alliance (ORCGA).
Shown with the flag before it was sent skyward are, from left: St. Clair Township Deputy Mayor Steve Miller; Council- lor Pat Brown; Public Works Director Brian Black; Council- lor Cathy Langis; Jay Moore, ORCGA regional chair; Mayor Jeff Agar; ORCGA President Doug Lapp.
Bonnie Stevenson photo
United Way kicks off campaign in St. Clair Township
The United Way Sarnia-Lambton campaign Humanity Handyman, FCC distress line/telephone check,
kicked off at the St. Clair Township Civic Cen- BBBS in-school mentoring, and student nutrition
tre on June 5 with a staff barbecue and an A donation to the United Way is a great way to get a big
enlightening talk by Executive Director Dave bang for your donation buck.
Brown from the United Way Sarnia-Lambton. You or someone you
United Way S-L helps fund services and programs know, from childhood to
throughout Lambton
County. In Area A of senior, will need and Lambton County in 2023- appreciate one or more 2023, which includes all United Way supported of St. Clair Township, program in their life- 1,269 clients received times. You can pay-it- help from UW funded forward now with a do-
agencies. nation to help ensure
Here are just a few of these, and other U.W. the programs your United programs, will still be Way helps fund to ad- available.
Township staff Kings of the ‘cue dress the curves life For more information, to
Chris Westbrook and Dave Neely throws at us. Meals on Mayor Jeff Agar greets United kept the dogs and burgers coming Wheels, YMCA summer online to: Way S-L Executive Director for hungry township employees. autism camp, Habitat for united way sarnia-lambton Dave Brown.
More Foodcycler® units available soon
The Foodcycler® Waste Diversion Pilot composter trial, in which St. Clair Township partici- pated in 2023/2024, resulted in the township selling 277 Foodcycler® units and having a waiting list of 19. The success of that trial has prompted Council to approve another order of Foodcycler® units; the original FC-30 and the larger capacity ECO 5 Maestro.
To learn more about the program, please contact Public Works at:
stclairpw@stclairtownship.ca FC-30 ECO 5 Maestro
BEACON To succeed in life you need three things: a wishbone; a backbone; and a funnybone.”
BITS ~Reba McEntire, “Queen of Country Music”
Lambton County Library’s 2024 Summer Reading Challenge in progress
Registration is now open for Lambton County Library’s free an- nual Summer Reading Challenge. This year the library is challeng- ing the community to read 40,000 books.
The Summer Reading Challenge runs from Tuesday, July 2 to Sun- day, August 11, is available to people of all ages, and incentivizes people to read and take part in free activities and games for a chance to win prizes.
The goal of the challenge is to help students keep their literacy skills up during the summer, retaining the skills they worked so hard to develop during the school year.
The theme of this year’s Summer Reading Challenge is Tales Through Time, a fun program that encourages kids to read, and rewards reading and completing activities with prizes. It also of- fers in-person free events to provide places for kids to socialize and learn with their peers.
The Challenge is also open to teens and adults, and prize draws
are available for all participants who complete various activities. To register, participants can sign up online with Beanstack, a user-friendly platform with a website and mobile app, or visit any Lambton County Library location during operating hours.
Once registered, participants aged 0-17 can pick up a Summer Reading Challenge kit from any Lambton County Library location. Each age group (0-4 years, 5-8 years, 9-12 years, and 13-17 years) will receive an age-specific French or English kit that includes a canvas tote, painting supplies, an activity book, and stickers. One lucky winner in each age category will find a Golden Ticket hidden inside their kit, redeemable for a special prize.
The 2024 Summer Reading Challenge includes several special library programs including Captain Corbin’s Boatload of Fun Pi- rate Magic Show. All ages join Captain Corbin for an interactive show of nautical nonsense and magical fun! • Sarnia Library Thea- tre Saturday, July 13 from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Grain Farmers of Ontario offer Scholarship program
Grain Farmers of Ontario is now accepting *Students must be in a full-time program
applications for the Grain Farmers of Ontario *Students must be attending an accredited College
Legacy Scholarship until July 21, 2-24.The or University
scholarship supports students in any area of study that will *Students are eligible during any point of their studies benefit the Ontario grain sector or agri-food industry and sup-
ports the development of future leaders in these areas.
The Legacy Scholarship encourages the pursuit of higher Scholarship applicants are required to submit a 500-to- education and has been awarded to 19 students attending 1,000-word essay explaining how they became interested schools across the country in a variety of programs, including in their area of study, how their area of study and career Aerospace Engineering, Sciences, Marketing, Economics, goals will benefit the future of the Ontario grain sector or Agriculture, and more. agri-food industry, and why Grain Farmers of Ontario
The scholarship is open to Ontario students accepted or should be a partner in their academic journey.
enrolled in any accredited post-secondary college or universi-
ty program. Up to 10 scholarships of $5,000 per recipient will The deadline to apply is July 21, 2024.
be awarded annually, and up to five may be awarded to stu- To apply, email your application, resume, 500-1,000 word
dents pursuing non-agriculture-specific studies. essay, letter of reference, and proof of enrollment in one docu-
Eligibility requirements: ment to scholarship@gfo.ca or apply using the online form
*Must be a permanent Ontario resident at www.gfo.ca/legacyscholarship.
*Recipients are only eligible for one bursary in their lifetime
Lambton County celebrates 175th anniversary
The 175th anniversary of Lambton County artifacts is encouraged to contact the institution directly to ar- will be marked in several ways this year. One range for research or an in-person viewing.
of them has already been launched in the This digital collection is always growing and being updated, so form of a new online database of photos and visitors should check the website regularly for new material. historical materials from county museums and The three institutions can be reached for more information re-
archives. garding research at our facilities and to arrange in-person ap- The collections of three different institutions have been pointments by using the links in the webpage footer.
compiled in this database. Visitors to the website can search The site can be found at:
material from Lambton Heritage Museum in Grand Bend, the Oil lambtonmuseums.pastperfectonline.com
Museum of Canada in Oil Springs, and the Lambton County Ar- Other special activities will include a celebration planned for chives in Wyoming. All three institutions are owned and operat- the Wednesday, June 5 Lambton County Council meeting. To ed by The Corporation of the County of Lambton. physically mark the occasion, 175 trees will be planted at the Oil Containing the digital records of more than 8,000 historical Museum of Canada in Oil Springs and free admission will be in artifacts, photographs, and archival documents, the new data- effect there, as well as the Lambton County Archives and the
base offers patrons the ability to search records from all three Lambton Heritage Museum.
institutions at once. The current available records represent The popular Doors Open event will be reintroduced in the fall material from each institution’s collection, with plans to contin- and a meeting room at the Lambton Shared Services Centre will ue adding records as cultural services staff digitize and upload be renamed the Ottissippi Room to recognize traditional indige- them. Anyone interested in viewing non-digitized materials or nous place names. Ottissippi translates as “clear water”.
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Residents can call this number to report power outage, fallen trees or power lines.
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Moore Museum display will celebrate well-known local baseball personality
The name Keith Weese may not ring a bell for some of today’s local baseball players and manage- ment, but to those who remember him, he loomed large in the sport of baseball.
Keith’s daughter, Sherry, visited the Moore Muse- um recently to donate her father’s award plaques, which mark his rise through the governance of the sport of baseball, from local to national.
Sherry says her father was deeply involved in the sports community. He founded Summer Recreations Programs in the Parks and was a co-founder of the Corunna Minor Athletic Association
along with his brother, Carmen, Vic Carter, and Clarence McLaughlin. He was also on the committee that found- ed the Mooretown Arena.
Keith led a busy life. In addition to raising a family of three daughters with his wife, Dorie, and his involvement with local baseball, he worked at Pol- ysar for over 45 years. He also volun- teered with the Corunna Fire Depart- ment for a record number of years, for which he was awarded a golden hel- met.
Keith was an avid bowler, but his first love was baseball. Sherry says he wanted to be part of the game in a more tangible way, so he worked his way up through the game’s governance to become president of the Western Counties Baseball Association, then president of the Ontario Baseball Asso- ciation, and finally, a member of Base- ball Canada.
To recognize him for his work in the community, Keith was inducted into the Sarnia Sports Hall of Fame.
A much-loved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Keith was in demand both at home and on the field.
Sherry recalls how much in demand her dad was during baseball season. “He was often called to umpire a game,” she said, adding that the calls were often at supper time when her mother, Dorie, had the meal ready. And
more often than not, her dad was watching a game on television at the time.
There came a time when the calls were not so frequent. Sherry remembers her father was glad to be able to watch his game and her mother was glad he could eat his supper in peace.
The upshot of the story was that Dorie became annoyed with the interruptions and had silenced the frequent calls by taking the phone off the hook. Sherry smiled as she summed up her father’s passion for baseball in four words. “His life was baseball.”
Keith Weese passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2015
at the age of 88.
Sherry Weese presents her father’s award plaques to Moore Museum Curator Fiona Doherty. The plaques will be featured
in a future display. Bonnie Stevenson photo
Sombra man inducted into Lambton Agricultural Hall of Fame
St. Clair Township resident Jim Duffy has been chosen by his community to be honoured with induction into the Lambton Agricultural Hall of Fame. This honour recognizes Jim for achievement within the realm of agriculture and service that benefits rural communities in
Lambton and beyond. He is in the good company of two other in- ductees, James Goodhand and the Bryans family.
Jim Duffy is known as a well-rounded individual with a lifetime of business development in crops and hogs, in addition to substan- tial long-term community and producer organization involvement.
While growing up on a farm in the Alvinston and Watford area, he began a lifelong dedication to 4-H as a club member, complet- ing 20 4-H projects in field crops and beef and swine, and serving as president of Brooke Township Junior Farmers.
Determined to expand his knowledge of the many aspects of agriculture, Jim attended the newly named Ridgetown College where he also gained invaluable life experience and a newfound respect for others. Becoming deeply involved in student politics, it was here he met his future wife and partner, Anne. In 1969, Jim graduated from RCAT and took on a new role as husband, ventur- ing into a lifelong marriage partnership with Anne. Later in life, he served as chairman of the RCAT Alumni Association.
After graduation, while looking for ways to share his wealth of experience and knowledge, Jim moved north to the Stratford ar- ea, where he worked for two years as an OMAFRA extension assis- tant in Perth County. He focused on consulting with farmers and
managing the youth programs, which flourished under his guidance. The local 4-H program blossomed from 10 clubs to over 24 clubs during his tenure.
Jim Duffy displays his Hall of Fame plaque.
In 1973 Jim and Anne purchased their current home farm in Lambton County and started farming fearlessly in the clays of Sombra Township.
Jim became a common pillar of community involvement, joining the Wilkesport Community Centre Board in 1976 and focusing on fundraising before construction began on the centre. His oversight of the board continued until 2005. His further dedication to the community lasted 27 years as a member of the Lambton Mutual Insurance board, includ- ing terms as chair and vice chair.
Locally, in Lambton producer organizations, Jim was heavily involved in the Lambton Federation as president and
vice president. Additional community involvement included terms as a director and chairman of Lambton Soil & Crop Association as well as a director of the historical Lambton soybean and wheat commodity boards.
~Biographical content and photo from Lambton Agricultural Hall of Fame
Congratulations to 2024 Lambton Agricultural Hall of Fame inductees
Three honourees were inducted into the 2024 Lambton Agricultural Hall of Fame during a virtual Zoom event on June 7. They now become part of the Lambton Heritage Museum, where there is an interactive display showcasing past inductees and information about Lambton County’s remarkable agricultural history.
Below: Inductee James Goodhand and his father bought the Meat Locker and Abattoir in Alvinston in 1952, oper- ated an 80-sow farrow to finish operation with his family, and later expanded to raising cash crops on a 200 acre farm, which he still operates today. Below right: The Bryan family has been in the bee-keeping business for four generations. They are well-known for the production of “true source” Munro Hon-
ey and as the one of the first licensed producers of mead (made with fermented honey) in Ontario. Their products are available at their own on-farm store and gift shop in Al- vinston, and their mead is also available at the LCBO and in licensed establishments.
Both of these inductees have a fascinating success story to tell.
2024 inductee stories and many stories of the inductees that have gone before are waiting in the
Lambton Agricultural Hall of Fame at the Lambton Heritage Museum, 10035 Museum Road, Grand Bend.
James Goodhand
See poster on page 19
With files from Lambton Agricultural Hall of Fame
Davis and Mary Bryans Chris and John Bryans
Heritage Sarnia-Lambton museum passport challenge celebrates Lambton’s 175th anniversary
Heritage Sarnia-Lambton, a network of eight local museums, invites visitors to celebrate 175 years of Lambton County history by participating in the Heritage Sarnia-Lambton Passport Challenge this sum- mer. During July, August, and September, residents are invited to obtain a passport at any participating museum and embark on an adventure of discovery that could result in the winning of a fantastic prize. Each passport will contain a trivia question specific to each participating museum. The passport holder will have to visit each museum, find the museum’s corresponding page in the passport, and seek the answer to the trivia question on that page somewhere within that museum. Once the passport holder has the correct answer to each question, the passport will receive a stamp stamp/sticker. When the
passport is completed, it can be turned in for a chance to win the grand prize of a Tourism Sarnia-Lambton gift
certificate and a heritage swag bag. Participating museums include: Moore Museum; Sombra Museum & Cultural Centre; Plympton-Wyoming Museum; Oil Museum of Canada; Lambton Heritage Museum; Lambton County Ar- chives; Forest Museum; and Arkona Lions Museum. Admission rates will apply where applicable. The contest will end on Sept. 30.
People in rural and underserved areas will be able to find a Wi-Fi hotspot at their local library thanks to a new initiative by Lambton County Library. Paired with a li-
brary cardholder’s own device, such as a smartphone, tablet, or computer, a Wi-Fi hotspot will provide
reliable internet service. “This initiative under- scores our commitment to empowering our com-
munity with the tools and resources we all need to thrive in an increasingly digital world,” said Li-
brary Services Manager Darlene Coke. “By bridging the digital divide, we strive to ensure equal access to infor- mation and opportunities for all residents.”
Wi-Fi hotspots are available for a 14-day lending period
for adult and teen borrowers. The hotspots offer unlim- ited data access, but content restrictions are in place to comply with vendor policies. These restrictions include streaming services like Netflix, Prime, and Disney+, as
well as gambling and adult content sites.
Hotspots must be reserved and can be delivered to any Lambton County Library location for pickup.
(Library cards are free for anyone who lives, works, or studies in Lambton County, owns property in
Lambton County, or lives in a First Nations community in Ontario. Identification, including proof of address, must be presented.)
Visit lclibrary.ca for more information on Lambton
Weekly St. Clair Township libraries hours of operation
*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, 10a.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.
Recycle used batteries at Lambton County Libraries
Lambton County Library has partnered with Call2Re- cycle Canada, Inc. to host battery recycling collection boxes in select Lambton County Library locations to en- courage the proper disposal of used batteries.
Anyone wishing to recycle batteries must prepare them for recycling by following the Call2Recycle guide- lines, which include bagging the battery in a provided
clear bag or taping over the battery’s terminals before depositing them in the Call2Recycle collection boxes. Lambton County residents can drop off their used sin- gle-use and rechargeable household batteries (weighing up to 5 kg each) at the following Lambton County Library St. Clair Township locations: Brigden, Corunna, and Petrolia.
and over; live in or near Chatham; trained or willing to complete training from CGCK (https://cgamingck.ca/training); able to commit to two to three two-hour sessions per month; and willing to abide by the Riverview Gaming Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct. Initiatives funded by the bingos include: outdoor envi-
The St. Clair Region Conservation Authority is looking for ronmental programming; the monitoring and safeguarding of vital volunteers to run fundraising Bingos that will help fund local envi- species at risk in our watershed; and other important projects. ronmental initiatives. The games will be held at Riverview Gam- For more information or to volunteer, please contact Ashley ing/Jackpot Time in Chatham Kent. Volunteers must be: age 18 Fletcher at: afletcher@scrca.ca
Sacred Heart food bank helps community thrive
The Sacred Heart Food Bank continues to aid the community address food insecurity all year long. Nourishing food items and daily supplies like personal hygiene items, baby needs, and household cleaning supplies, as well as grocery store gift cards and monetary donations, are always gratefully accepted. Food bank shelves need to be replenished on a regular basis.
The Sacred Heart food bank appreciates all donations and the basics are always in high demand. Drop off bins are located for your convenience at: DG Grains Becher location; Mainstreet Credit Union in Port Lambton; Port Lambton Food Market; Port Lambton United Church; Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Lambton.
St. Andrew’s food bank continues to help those in need
The food bank at St. Andrew’s Church on Colborne Street in
Corunna is open every Wednesday evening from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and every Thursday morning from 9 a.m. to noon. The food bank serves those in need, offering a variety of food products to help people eat healthily, including dairy products, bread, and meat, as well as daily requirements like household cleaning supplies, hygiene products, and baby needs. The fresh food supplied at the food bank costs approxi- mately $75 per week to purchase. Anyone wishing to make a finan- cial donation to the food bank can do so through Food Bank, C/O St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 437 Colborne Drive, Corunna, Ontario, N0N 1G0. Gift cards to Foodland and No Frills are also welcome.
Courtright Friendship Club activities
The Courtright Friendship Club meets every first Thursday of every month next to the Courtright Library,1533 Fourth Street. Annual membership is $10, but non-members are welcome to come out to weekly card games. Euchre is played on Wednesdays at 1 p.m., and as of June 7, Pepper is played on Fridays at 1 p.m. The cost per game is $3 per person.
$100 to Mainframe in Sarnia, $100 to Carmen’s Foto Source, or a virtual one-hour one-on-one session with award-winning photographer Peter Power. The three
The Teen Photo Contest for teens age 13-18, spon- category winners and the grand prize winner will have sored by the Lambton County Library and Judith and their winning entries matted and framed.
Norman Art Gallery, will be accepting photo submis- Budding photographers from Lambton County sions until July 7. Subject categories include: Local can attend an optional hands-on workshop on icons; Abstract; and Romance of Ruin. Photos can be RAW Photography-July 2-5 at the JNA Art Gallery, submitted online at lclibrary.ca/teenphotocontest . 147 Lochiel Street, Sarnia.
Contest entries will be judged by a panel of industry For detailed information, contest rules,
experts and 25 of them will be selected and featured and submission instructions, please visit:
alongside works by the late Canadian photographer
Jane Hinton from Aug. 2 to Oct. 12, 2024. lclibrary.ca/teenphotocontest
The grand prize winner will receive their choice of
CRIME STOPPERS SARNIA-LAMBTON
Your information can be submitted by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or going online to: www.p3tips.com
Callers are guaranteed 100% anonymity. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to any call display services. If your tip leads to an arrest or charges being laid, you may receive a cash reward.
St. Clair Fire cautions: NEVER leave a grill or kitchen stove unattended!
Unattended cooking is the #1 cause of fires.
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Mooretown Sports Complex – JULY 2024
SUMMER SWIM LESSONS – REGISTER NOW!
Register online or call the Mooretown Sports Complex. Log in to your ac- count or view our website for our Summer Swim Lesson schedule.
SUMMER CAMP – REGISTER NOW!
Come try our Summer Camp where we will be focusing on a different skills and movement each day! Each day will also have age-appropriate activities planned. Each week will have a unique theme!
Junior Summer Camp: ages 5 – 8 years
Begins July 2 to Aug.30: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Early Drop off (7:30 a.m.)/Late Pick up (5:30 p.m.) available for an additional fee) Fees $45/Day, $190/Week, $1,500/Summer!
Senior Summer Camp – Ages 9 – 12 years
Begins July 2 to Aug. 30: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Early Drop off (7:30 a.m.)/Late Pick up (5:30 p.m.) available for an additional fee) Fees $45/Day, $190/Week, $1,500/Summer!
GOLF CAMP – REGISTER NOW!
Junior Golf Camp: ages 5 – 9 years
Week 1 Begins July 15 to July 18: 10 a.m. -1p.m.
Week 2 Begins Aug. 5 to Aug. 8: 10 a.m. -1p.m.
Week 3 Begins Aug. 26 to Aug. 29: 10 a.m. -1p.m.
Senior Golf Camp: ages 9 – 14 years
Golf Course is Open!
Week 1 Begins July 8 to July 11: 10a.m. -1p.m. Week 2 Begins July 22 to July 25: 10a.m. -1p.m. Week 3 Begins Aug. 19 to Aug. 22: 10a.m. -1p.m. Fees $225/Week
GOLF CAMP – REGISTER NOW!
Golf is a great game to keep kids active while having fun and helps
to develop new skills as well as hand eye coordination! Lunch will be included each day.
Junior Golf Camp: ages 5 – 9 years
Week 1 Begins July 15 to July 18: 10 a.m. -1p.m.
Week 2 Begins Aug. 5 to Aug. 8: 10 a.m. -1p.m.
Week 3 Begins Aug. 26 to Aug. 29: 10 a.m. -1p.m.
Senior Golf Camp: ages 9 – 14 years
Week 1 Begins July 8 to July 11: 10a.m. -1p.m. Week 2 Begins July 22 to July 25: 10a.m. -1p.m. Week 3 Begins Aug. 19 to Aug. 22: 10a.m. -1p.m. Fees $225/Week
SPRING INTO FITNESS!
Join Guns and Buns, Mat Pilates, Yoga, Nordic Walking, Aqua Fitness or Water Therapy!
Check out our Brochure for more information!
$10/class ($7/seniors) or $70/$10 visit pass!
Campgrounds are now open!
And we are already booking for 2025 Camping Season.
Looking for a Seasonal site for 2024 season? We have 2 Seasonal Sites at Bran- ton Cundick available. Call 519-867-2651 for more information.
For more information or to register for any of the pro- grams contact the Mooretown Sports Complex at 519-867- 2651.
Yes, we are still in the construction phase of our new Clubhouse BUT our temporary conver- sion of the cart barn into a temporary Club- house with Pro Shop, Bar and Kitchen is work- ing well! Come for a round of golf or join us for dinner – there are daily specials available!
Check out our Facebook Page! See MENU ABOVE
Call today to book your ice rental OR
lace up your own skates and enjoy these
rink side activities.
– Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-11a.m. and for July and August Sun-
days and from 1:30-2:30p.m.! $5/person, Reg- istration is required. Please see our website for Family Shinny Rules.
(18+) Tuesdays 9-10a.m.
– $5/person
11:45am – 1:00pm
$3/child, $4.25/adult, $10/ family
Mon, Wed and Fri. 10:30am – 12p.m. (cancelled dates include Aug. 12, 16, 19, 21 & 23)
$2.00/person, $10.00/family.
JULY 2024
Challenges faced by old- er adults are often difficult to handle, both for them- selves and for those who care about them. Aging at home is a preference for many, but self-sufficiency issues can make that choice impossible.
The goal of Age-Friendly Sarnia-Lambton is to make
access to community supports and health services easier. It’s a convenient, easy one-stop access point for finding over 600 social and health sup- ports in Lambton County.
For more information about
Age-Friendly Sarnia-Lambton, go online to:
agefriendlysarnialambton.ca
The Age-Friendly Sarnia-Lambton website focuses on adults age 55+. It has expanded to support ac- tive, healthy, and engaged living for people at all stages of life. It was launched through a grant from the Ministry of Seniors and Accessibility, and has evolved with the help of several other grant oppor- tunities.
The age-friendly content of the website, which includes a wide number of Help At Home services, is informed by feedback gathered from community members and care provides within Sarnia and Lamb- ton County.
For those who prefer to speak to someone about local supports, please call: The Older Adult Care Pathway, or 519-336-3600 or 1-888-347-8737.
Futuristic Froomefield motorcycle steals the scene
Are you looking for work?
In Corunna, help is as close as the Corunna Library, 417 Lyndoch Street on Tuesdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Lambton Works employment
team can connect you with employers and local community service providers to help you reach your goals and support your well-being. Job seekers and employ- ers can access resources and
support to navigate the job market or check out Facebook:
www.facebook.comlambtonworkcentre
Is it an alien transportation craft or a custom 1980 Honda Goldwing?
If you live in St. Clair Township, you have probably seen this motorcycle/side car combo, owned by Dave Tremaine of Froomefield, touring around the streets. He and his partner, Mary Ann Riley, have been enjoying the summer turning heads at motorcycle rallies like this one, held recently at the Bluewater Bridge. Dave says his 1980 Honda Goldwing 1100 formed the plat- form for a prototype motorcycle conversion kit made in Holland.
He bought the kit 21 years ago when it was the first in a series of such kits.
Today, the couple enjoys their summer excur- sions, traveling with a tent trailer in tow. Dave says the motorcycle’s powerful engine is up to the challenge. As for the tent, “…it pops up in 6.8 seconds.” Mary says the weather is never a chal- lenge because the sidecar is covered completely with a transparent dome and Dave is well protect- ed by his own dome. K.E.Stevenson photo
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Trust your special events to the Br. 447 Ladies Auxiliary
For your special event, check out the banquet facility at the Royal Canadian Legion Br. 447 hall, 350 Albert Street in Corunna. From weddings and sports banquets to corporate/business meetings and trade shows, Branch 447 Ladies Auxiliary Banquet Hall can comfortably accommo- date up to 289 people, with plenty of parking and fully accessible. The more intimate atmosphere of the Club Room offers space for 143.
The recently renovated facilities offer their own
L.C.B.O. licensed bar and share a large industrial sized kitchen with an experienced staff that can handle food offerings for any occasions. For information regarding food and table information, please call Ladies Auxiliary President Denise Taylor at 519-491-5627. For banquet hall bookings and prices, please call 519-862-1240.
Bluewater Anglers
presents Family Fun Fishing Day! FREE! Saturday, July 6
8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Families can enjoy the fun of fishing at Family Fun Fishing Day. The sign-in booth will be set up by Bluewater Anglers in Centennial Park in Sarnia near the “Fishy” fountain. Everyone must sign in to re- ceive a bucket that can be used to collect your gobies and get a ticket for a free hot dog and pop at the weigh-in station at the hatchery (waterfront park, north of Bluewater Bridges between 11
a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Details at: https://Bluewateranglers.com
Join St. Clair Fire, Lambton OPP, and
Lambton EMS on Friday, July 19 from 10
a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for free coffee and lively conversation.
You’ll have a chance to ask questions and get to know your community’s first respond- ers.
Lambton County Library / Huron Shores Area
Lambton County Library cardholders can now borrow Smart Card library passes that will provide unlimited travel fare for up to five days on Huron Shores Area Transit, an inter-community pub-
lic transit service linking Lambton Shores, South Huron, North Middlesex,
Bluewater, and Kettle & Stony Point First Nation with each other and Sarnia, London, Goderich, and Strathroy. The pass can be borrowed by any Lambton County Library cardholder from the following library loca- tions: Sarnia, Arkona, Forest, Grand Bend, Port Franks, and Thedford.
Further details regarding library locations, services, and hours of operation can be found at lclibrary.ca .
A Special venue for special occasions
Greenhill Garden, located near Wilkesport, is now in the care of the St. Clair Region Conservation Foundation (SCRCF) thanks to a generous donation of land from the Robson family, former owners of the land.
Greenhill Gardens will be available to rent for special occasions and func- tions, (i.e. weddings, anniversaries, group photos). The rental fees will be used to ensure the maintenance of this beautiful property. For more infor- mation, contact
Tim Payne, SCRCA Manager of Forests, 519-245-3710, ext. 224, or email:
tpayne@scrca.on.ca
M O R E A R O U N D T H E T O W N S H I P
Optimist Club of Moore holds pasta fundraiser to benefit community efforts
Is there anything as satisfying as a hearty pasta dinner with garlic bread, salad and a selection of desserts? The re-
Moore Agricultural Society and the Grade 8 graduating class of Brigden Public School would like to thank every- one who supported the graduates’ fundraising efforts. The proceeds of the Bulldog raffle assisted with the costs of the graduates’ graduation activities, including a trip to Muskoka Woods.
Our special thanks for the generous prize donations are extended to: Always Quilting (Brigden Bulldog lap quilt); Lolaz Snaps (a family photography session) and; The Tousled Chair (a hair care basket and gift card).
The Bulldog draw was held on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. at the M.A.S annual roast beef dinner.
1 – Grade 8 students Campbelle Brown and Lily Scott receive the raffle proceeds cheque from
MAS photos/info
2-Bulldog quilt winner-Tami Young 3-Hair care basket winner-Lynn Harris
Sombra Twp Optimist Car Show a magnet for the conventional and the extraordinary
The Sombra Twp Optimist Car Show in Brander Park on June 15 was a fantastic mix of vehicles that were classic, sporty, practical, whimsical, well-polished, stylishly roached out, and everything in between.
Below: This Frankenvehicle stood out somewhere between steam punk and plumber’s nightmare…and it worked
beautifully! It also took the award for Best Special Interest. From its black smoke belching baritone diesel engine to its wheels that bristled with pointed chrome hub spikes, this original masterpiece-on-wheels was a real show stopper.
Right: Over at the soap box derby competition, 12-year
Dresden became a two- times champion in this sleek 200-pound home- built beauty. His father,
Donald says Brodie will run again at the end of the
season going for his third (HSRA) Homebuilt Soapbox Racing Assoc. Champion- ship. B. Stevenson photos
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You’re invited to the Heritage St. Clair storyboard event in Port Lambton
The public is cordially invited to attend the exciting unveil- ing of four historical storyboards that are sure to engage and captivate the imagination. Along the St. Clair River shore in Brander Park (Port Lambton), read about the rum runners who dared to sell liquor to Prohibition-dry gangsters. Then read about the busy years of the Port Lambton Hotels, and the Passenger Ships that brought summer vacationers to them.
Then it’s on to the Port Lambton Community Hall at 507
Stoddard Street to view the new Railway storyboard.
Don’t miss the latest in this series of community events that present a deep dive into the historical fabric of St. Clair Town- ship.
The will be new to the Brigden Fair roster this year. It’s planned
for Sunday, Aug. 11 at 2 p.m. at the Brigden Fairgrounds exhibition hall, but the exciting de- tails are in the works, so keep an eye on the Brigden Fair Social Media page and/or http:// www.brigdenfair.ca as the Thanksgiving weekend approaches.
Join the 2024 Lambton Agricultural Hall of Fame Inductees at the Brooke-Alvinston Community Centre, 3310 Walnut Street, Alvinston, on Saturday, July 13 to celebrate this watershed accomplishment in their lives. From 1:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., a social time with light refreshments will be served, followed by a formal presentation to inductees Jim Duffy, James Goodhand, and the Bryan Family. The reception will then continue until 3:30 p.m.
The Lambton Agricultural Hall of Fame, established in 2010, provides a showcase that acknowledges outstand- ing Lambton County agricultural practitioners. It is funded through donations and the sale of memberships that allow volunteer trustees to honour inductees annually. The Hall of Fame ensures inductee stories and achieve- ments will be preserved for future generations.
Anyone wishing to purchase a $25 personal Voting Life Membership or a $100 Non-Voting Lifetime Mem- bership can contact or e-transfer: lambtonaghallfame@gmail.com Nominations are accepted all year via this email address, but they must be received for consideration by March 31 of each year. The Lambton Agricultural Hall of Fame now has 28 inductees.
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A R O U N D T H E T O W N S H I P
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Corunna Branch 447 will host
ZONE-A4 DRUMHEAD CEREMONY
Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024
More information: call President Shawn MacNeil at 519-1240 or email:
smacneil.br447@hotmail.com
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Legion membership is NOT necessary to enjoy the facilities.
Our hall is wheelchair accessible ALL ARE WELCOME
Contact: arodgers89@hotmail.com
FB: RoyalCanadianLegion, Leslie SutherlandBr447 More information on the above events
is available by calling (519) 862-1240
or on Facebook: The Royal Canadian Legion, Leslie Sutherland Br.447
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Sombra Museum coming events/activities
*2024 Blueberry Social: This delicious and much anticipated event is slated for Saturday, July 6 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Sombra Museum Cultural Centre, 3476 St. Clair Parkway. Enjoy an afternoon of fresh blueberry des- serts, live music by The Bluewater Chordsmen, and the op-
portunity to take in the new exhibits at your own pace. For more infor- mation, check out the museum website at:
sombramuseum@stclairtownship.ca .
*TRIVIA NIGHT COMING IN AUGUST! See page 19
*Sombra Rangers, St. Clair River League: Do you remember the Sombra Rangers hockey team and/or the St. Clair River League? The Sombra Museum wants to hear your stories about the team and the league. Contact us by phone (519-892-3982), email:
(www.sombramuseum.ca), or Facebook or Instagram
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Moore Agricultural Society
BRIGDEN COUNTRY CAMPOUT JAMBOREE
This annual summer event will be held from July 31 to Aug.5. There are lots of events slated for this event, including: the Brigden Market on Saturday, Aug. 3, music, dancing, fun, fel- lowship, and 50/50 draws.
Please watch the Brigden Fair Facebook page and Website for this and additional events that are being planned as well as details on the above items. Details will also be found in the Around the Township column of the St. Clair Township Beacon.
STUDENTS, DO YOU NEED VOLUNTEER HOURS?
Students who need volunteer hours are invited to collect them by helping the Moore Agricultural Society (Brigden Fair). To dis- cuss opportunities call 519-864-1197 or email: in- fo@brigdenfair.ca OR michelle.evanitski@brigdenfair.ca .
ATTENTION SUMMER SHOPPERS!
The Brigden Market will be held on Saturday, August 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. More information is on the way here in The Beacon or on the Brigden Fair website. VENDORS are invit- ed to participate in this great summer event. For more infor- mation or to reserve a display site, please email:
alison.dion@brigdenfair.ca
Brigden Market day will be bigger and better than ever as Brigden and Wilkesport United Churches hold their annual yard sales at the fairgrounds.
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