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JUNE 2016 Issue #283
Prez Sez
Well the warm weather has finally arrived. The grass needs cutting, flowers need to be planted, golf balls need to be hit, tennis courts are active and residents are out walking again. On the bad side, pesky bugs have started to appear and worst of all people are outside wearing shorts!
A number of improvements have finally come to WOTL. The Resale sign kiosk is up, the wine barrel garbage containers have been put out at strategic spots and are being used, thank you. The kitchen is being redone and a real challenge with the floor was encountered but Frontier has been good enough to try and work around events that need that facility. The pool didn’t open on May 24th due to the availability of the pool company and the Health inspector visit. Just a reminder, any comments or concerns about the pool should be directed to the Frontier office only. The Board has formed an advisory committee to look into the audio visual improvements needed in the main hall for existing and coming activities. A report will be made to the Board for consideration and action.
We have been working to organize the setup and takedown of chairs and tables for regular activities and events at the Rec Centre. When staff is available they will do what they can. The problems arise when night time activities are in rooms that need to be clear for early in the morning. Also activities that occur on weekends will need to factor in setup and takedown. I would ask groups to pitch in and do their part for these activities. If this is a real problem, please talk to me.
Just a reminder, the Relay for Life is taking place in Picton on Friday, June 10th, and into Saturday morning. WOTL will have a presence there and walkers and donations to walkers are still gratefully accepted.
We continue to work with Frontier/Sandbank and Daimler to resolve issues and improve your community.
A reminder also that the next General Meeting is Tuesday, June 14th, at 7 p.m. Bryan West, President, WOLRA
The “Neighbourly News” is produced and funded by the Wellington on the Lake Residents Association and is available in COLOUR on the WOLRA website at www.wotl.ca
Residents’ telephone numbers shown in this newsletter are the last 4 digits only. Remember to dial 613-399 before the 4 digits.
USEFUL NUMBERS
Site Administrator, Renie Thompson: x3835
Daimler (613) 848-6490 [email protected]
CONTACT US
Newsletter Submissions/Classifieds: [email protected] DEADLINE 23rd June @ 6 p.m.
Service & Contractor Sponsors (submissions for advertising page): [email protected] Articles for sale Online or Activity Photo Submissions (Ken Killingbeck): [email protected]
If you have not already done so, and would like to have the Neighbourly News emailed to you in future, send your email address to [email protected]
For a list of Board Members, Activities, Photos,
Documents and LOTS more go to the WOTL website:
http://wotl.ca/
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Board Sez
The month of May was a busy one with multiple events at the Rec Centre.
The Garage & Bake Sale was a huge success thanks to the efforts of everyone involved. The Woodworkers’ BBQ was very well attended, the food delicious and it was great to see the display of some of the beautiful items they have crafted. The Quilting Queens hosted a Coffee Morning displaying many of the quilts they have completed and some they are working on. Be on the lookout for tickets for this year’s Quilt Raffle, it’s a beauty.
The “dust” seems to have settled some with the opening of a new construction road, but the work on the kitchen isn’t progressing as fast as we had hoped. Problems removing the old tiles which were cemented in have caused some challenges. The current plan is to level the floor and then apply the new flooring with the work hopefully completed in June. The new solar lights in the overflow parking aren’t providing the amount of light deemed necessary. These concerns along with a number of other things are being followed up.
To recap the financial side, the month of April saw a total of $116.75 (calendar sales, coffee & donuts, 50/50 draw proceeds and membership dues) in revenue and expenses of $1382.70 (Printcraft for newsletters, kitchen supplies, the Times, garage sale expenses, mileage charge and condolences). In terms of monies held in trust, the Fitness Club increased its total by $1372.95 and the Golden Voices had an expense of $214.65.
The 2016/2017 WOLRA Membership Campaign is well underway with roughly a third of the residents renewing as of this writing. The team will be selling memberships at the Pancake Breakfast on June 4, in the Library on June 8 and 16, as well as at the June 14 General Meeting.
Your WOLRA Board
Wellington on the Lake Structure (WOTL 101)
WOTL was originally developed by Daimler Retirement Parks Ltd in the 1990s. The original plans that were approved by the County included all lands that we now know as Wellington on the Lake, including the latest Phase III. Daimler developed the 145 homes located in the leasehold side (west area of Prince Edward Drive) as well as 45 freehold properties on the east side of Prince Edward Drive. Leasehold properties all pay monthly rent to Daimler
who remains as the landlord to leasehold homes. These leasehold homes are subject to Daimler Lease Agreements and are protected under the Landlord and Tenants Act.
As a point of interest, in 1992, the first 30 residents created a Resident’s Association. Effective December 5th 2003, Frontier Homes (now Sandbank Homes Inc) acquired all the property at Wellington on the Lake except for the lands that are directly occupied under land lease agreements and common area lands and roads. As part of this transaction, Sandbank Homes Inc., through their affiliated company Frontier Management (2036182 Ontario Inc.), agreed to provide management services and capital requirements as per Daimler’s obligations and standards, to the leasehold residents of Wellington on the Lake in exchange for the common fee income. Frontier provides management services to Sandbank Homes residents.
Conrad Guziewicz maintains the title of President of Frontier Management. Graham Shannon maintains the title of President of Sandbank Homes. Daimler is owned by Mr. Leo Nipsagen and Mr. Franz Krenn who both now reside in Belgium. Daimler is represented in Canada by Doreen Kendall of Belleville.
WOLRA Board
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Look Up in the Sky
Astronomy update for June: On June 10th, there will be a meteor shower in the southern skies. The International Space Station returns to pass overhead of PEC June 7-15 notably June 11 @ 9:52 p.m. WNW sky to the NNE sky and June 13 @ 9:43 p.m. WNW sky to the SW sky. The website for complete viewing opportunities is www.heavens-above.com.
JUPITER remains highly visible in the summer sky. To identify the constellations in the sky, go to www.oneminuteastronomer.com/free-star-charts. Face south and hold the star chart straight above your head. Useful information for you and also when the grandkids come for a visit! Doug Little
Get Your Ticket(s)! Christmas in July! Join us for a turkey dinner with all the trimmings on Thursday, July 7th at 5:30 p.m. For $25 per person you will receive dinner, wine, live before dinner music and you can participate in a fantastic silent auction with new items every year. Only 10 tickets remaining! By attending the dinner and participating in the
silent auction you will give kids in The County with mental health problems an opportunity to improve their self-esteem and self-confidence. Together youth/children, their parents and their Children's Mental Health Services Counsellor find the right sports, arts, or other recreational activity to meet their needs. Your money makes this happen. Call Kate @ x9060 to have tickets delivered to your door! Kate Brookfield, Wellington Classic Golf Tournament Co-ordinator P.S. Great news - Our 18 golf teams are all filled! Call if you would like to be on our wait list.
Canada Day Parade
The sign-up sheets for the parade are posted in the Library. There is space for 18 flag carriers and 27 kazoo players. A number of residents are already signed up so don’t hang around. We extend a special invitation to any of our newer residents who would like to join us. Roy Goostrey
PEC Events, Festivals & Fairs http://prince-edward-county.com/events/festivals-fairs/
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Pancake Breakfast Reminder
Scrambled Eggs, Pancakes, Sausages, OJ & Coffee - $8!
Saturday, June 4th - 8 to 10 a.m. at the Rec Centre For tickets call : Gilles Deraiche x1863, Leslie Rolfe x5384, Sheila Hanbury x1213 or Terri Raymond at X5758
Gilles Deraiche, Tennis Club Coordinator, x1863
Dragon Boat Festival 2016
Sign-up sheet is in the Library and I will be at PAID day. The initial team meeting is Thursday, June 2nd in the Main Hall at the Rec Centre at 2 p.m. Hope to get out for our first practice in June. The Dragon Boat Festival is Saturday, August 13th. Mark this day on your calendar to come out and paddle or to cheer us on.
Sheila Hanbury, x1213
Attention Horseshoe Players!
Come join in the fun, everyone is welcome! A notice and sign-up sheets have been posted in the Library. This will be a FUN league for men and women on mixed teams. Join us and enjoy some camaraderie with your fellow WOTL neighbours. Our goal is to begin the league on Thursday, June 2nd with playoffs late August or early September. The cost of $10 p.p. will cover a year-end party and prizes. Keep in mind that "spares" are needed as well as regular players. For more information, please contact:
Gerry Pearce, e-mail [email protected] or x2973 Celebration of Life Volunteers Needed
The Celebration of Life Committee is asking volunteers to sign the sign-up sheet in the Library. Volunteers are needed to make sandwiches or desserts as well as help set up tables and chairs and put them away after the Celebration. Please sign so we are prepared when the
need arises.
Louise Kedro, Theresa Mainville & Suzanne West
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Upcoming Coffee Mornings
If you have never been to a WOTL Coffee Morning (held alternate Saturday mornings at 9:30 a.m.) why not give it a try? Get a donut and coffee for just a buck and a chance to mingle with your neighbours.
On Saturday, 11th of June, the Dance Groups from WOTL will be hosting and there just might be some added entertainment for your enjoyment!! See you there, thank you. Mary Latchford (on behalf of the Dancers)
On Saturday, 25th of June, the E-Bikers will be hosting this themed Coffee Morning; come check them out and be sure to bring some extra change to fully experience a real ‘Biker Breakfast’
2016 WOTL Car Rally
Date and Time: Wednesday, September 14th @ 08:45 – Noon (approximately) Place: All vehicles to start from the Rec Centre and the departure time will be 09:00 Lunch: Will be available starting at noon in the Rec Centre (Included in ticket price) Cost: $15/person with teams of 4 per vehicle. Maximum number of teams 15 All rules will be relayed to each team captain via email approximately 5 days prior to the rally date. Tickets will go on sale at the General Meeting in June as well as Saturday Coffee Mornings. Tickets must be paid for when registering your team. Important: When registering your team please have each team member’s first and last name. Also an email address from the Team Captain. If email is unavailable please provide a contact phone number. Please contact Eric Muise @ 613-921-8024 if you have any questions.
2016 Hospice
Update
Somewhat challenged by the rain, the hilly route and breaking no land-speed records, the Muffin Marchers completed the 5km hike on May 1st as forecast. Thanks to your most generous support we were able to contribute a whopping $1169 to this worthy cause which directly benefits the people of the County. For those who made a donation of $20 or more, tax receipts will be forthcoming from the Hospice organization. Thanks again for your support! Chris, Joyce, Carol and Daphne
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LAST CALL FOR RELAY FOR LIFE 2016
Over the past 6 years the local Relay for Life has raised more than $1 million. The money that has been raised goes into a cancer research program at Queens University in Kingston and to help provide transportation for people in the County who are fighting the disease. Our Wellington on the Lake Team has
pledged to raise $1000, but it would be terrific if we can surpass this goal. If you would like to help us raise funds for this worthy cause please do so. You can come out and support us or join in the Survivor Lap that takes place during the evening. Another option is to purchase a luminary in remembrance of a friend or family member which will be lit up at the event. The focus of the Relay is to celebrate survivors, remember loved ones and to continue the ongoing search for a cure. The event takes place on June 10th at the Picton Fairground. If you have already contributed then THANK YOU for your support; if not and you would like to do so then please contact me and somebody on our WOTL team will be in touch with you.
Kevin Hanbury, Tel x1213
Our Sponsors
Remember to check our Yellow Pages (just before the calendar) and if you have need of a service, please support our sponsors, all of whom have been recommended by others within our community and who pay a fee to advertise in our newsletter. Thanks!
Nancy Barton
To All New & Existing Shufflers Finally and hopefully our weather will cooperate for all of us to start playing the wonderful, fun and relaxing game of Shuffling. Weather
permitting, I hope that we can start playing on all 4 courts starting June 7th on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 or 10:30 a.m. both days. I am hoping that the new lines and numbers will have been painted by the time we start playing; I have asked that they be done by June 1st. I would appreciate your patience and understanding if they are NOT done. Hope to see ALL Y'ALL on the courts come June 7th. Questions? Rene & Donna St. James, Coordinators x3050 Cell # 613-970-6000
“One of our dogs is clearly smarter than the other…”
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BOCCE BALL
Ready to Roll @ WOTL
My sincere gratitude to a group of ambitious and motivated neighbours and friends i.e. Ian Cameron, Roy Perkin, Gord Thomson, Eric Muise and my husband, Gerry Pearce for constructing our Bocce court.
Questions: Janet Miller, E-mail: [email protected] Ph: x2973
Telephone List Correction
RUTH HAWES’ telephone number needs to be corrected on the most recent telephone list. Please delete 391-7462. Her correct number is x1827. Thank you.
Therametta Yoga
Spring Yoga Classes continue through to June 22nd with the following schedule: Tuesday 9:00-10:30 am, Gentle Yoga (easy movement supported with chair); Wednesday 8:00-9:30 am, Finding Your Balance (traditional yoga taught with choices to mold the yoga to you); Wednesday 3:00-4:30 pm, Gentle Yoga(easy movement supported with chair). If you are curious and would like to try a class, give me a call and I will find a spot for you to drop in and check it out. Summer Yoga Classes start up in July with the following schedule: Tuesday 9:00-10:30 am Gentle Yoga (easy movement supported with chair), July 12 - August 23 2016 Wednesday 3:00-4:30 pm Gentle Yoga (easy movement supported with chair) July 13-August 24, 2016 Wednesday **NEW TIME**4:45-6:15pm Finding Your Balance Yoga (traditional yoga taught with choices to mold the yoga to you) July 13-August 24, 2016. Call or email me for more information and to reserve your space. Don’t worry if you are planning on being away for a few weeks during the summer. You are still welcome to join in for the time that you are here!!!
Cathy Ness, [email protected], 613-885-7707
“Just let your ears naturally flap to the side…”
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A Supportive Community
I just wanted to express my appreciation for the support that I received after breaking my ankle this winter. I cannot count the numerous offerings, including food, chocolate (much appreciated), puzzles, movies and people
dropping by or calling to ask how I was doing. Since then I have heard that this support goes on throughout the community in a big way and is a long standing tradition at WOTL. We will be sure to “pay it forward” to others in the future. I am now thankfully back on two feet and want to thank all those who helped us throughout my recovery. What a great place to live! Sheila Hanbury
Audio Visual Update
At the last General Meeting, on May 10, the members voted to budget up to $3500 to continue updating our audio visual equipment. A sub committee of five residents will be working on this and will make recommendations to the Board. Hopefully, we will be able to purchase a new television, as well as some cabinetry that will house our equipment safely, and make it all user friendly. We will keep you informed of our progress. Nancy Barton
Thank You Nancy B!
Thank you to Nancy Barton for so effectively organizing and coordinating the WOTL Garage & Bake Sale once again! Excellent job! The WOTL Community
2016 Bake Sale Once again, it seems it takes a village, in this case it takes a community to pull together and make our annual Garage/Bake Sale a success. No one ever does it alone. It takes volunteers and then it takes the residents of this community, WOTL, to donate their time and their baked
goods, which never last very long and this year was no exception. By 10 a.m. almost all baked goods were sold. I extend my personal thanks to all my 'helpers' and sincere appreciation to all who donated their sweet goodies. In preparation for next year, please remember if you can no longer bake, a monetary donation, specific to the Bake Sale, would be much appreciated, as are baked goods that have been purchased in the wonderful bakeries/grocery stores all over the county. This year, our sales were supported by sweets/goodies donated by the following community businesses. In turn, when we are out and about, let's support these businesses and maybe even say thanks for supporting our Bake Sale.
Lakeshore Farms, Wellington ~ Saylor's Cafe in Bloomfield ~ The Pink Lunch Pail, Picton ~ Wickedly Sweet Bakery, Wellington ~ The Pastry House, Picton ~ The Bean Counter Cafe, Picton ~ Schroedter's Deli Market Cafe County Rd 1 Picton ~ The Sweet Spot Bakery, Picton ~ Perfect Lil Bake Shop, Glenora Rd., Picton
Thanks again everyone. Michelle Loyer, Bake Sale Coordinator
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Garage & Bake Sale Report
We had a record breaking Garage and Bake Sale, CLEARING $6070! We had more volunteers than ever before who worked tirelessly to make this year's event such a success. The different sections were organized so neatly, with the Christmas decorations corner, the books and puzzles section, the clothing boutique, the baking tables, the three gorgeous raffle baskets, the coffee and donuts table, and the jewellery sections all looking so professional and
inviting. The outdoor section and clothing boutique sold more than ever before. The volunteer lunch was delicious. Everything was cleaned up in under an hour thanks to the efficient and hardworking crew. So many people commented on the cohesiveness of our large group who made it all look so easy. Thank you to everyone who contributed articles, baking, and their precious time to this fund raising event. All the money raised stays in Wellington on the Lake and is used to enhance the lives of our residents. What did not get sold was either given to either the Foodbank or the Community Care Thrift Shop, puzzles went to Hallowell House, and the remainder was boxed up and delivered to volunteers from the Picton Hospice for their own garage sale. Everything stayed in the county. If you have any suggestions or comments that we could use next year, please let me or any of the volunteers know. We are always open to new ideas. Nancy Barton
Mystery Gift Bag This article was previously put in the February newsletter but may have been too early for the Snowbirds, as the gift bag has still not been claimed.
In December a Christmas gift bag along with a calendar were left in our entryway at 16 Monroe Court. The gift card was addressed only with "16" and the card read "Thanks again and all the best". Was this meant for the previous owners Ethel and Peter or another No. 16 altogether? If you were the generous soul who left this please call Richard or Rita at x3783.
Chili Fest & Dance
Date: Friday, September 2nd Ticket price: $20
Enjoy a great chili dinner and dance the night away to the music of The Reasons. Tickets will be on sale at Coffee Mornings and General Meetings starting June 11th or you may contact Doris Barnes, x5093.
Fitness Committee
Submitted by George Millaire
Below are 2 of the photos taken by Rene St James.
Lots more photos are on our website:
www.wotl.ca/photogallery
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Hear Ye, Hear Ye!
The WOTL Theatre Group announces “CABARET CAPERS” to be performed Sunday, July 24th at 7 p.m. at the Rec Centre; tickets will be $5.
Call Doris Barnes (x5093) or buy them at WOLRA events, Coffee Mornings, etc. Come and join us for a fun Summer Theatre evening and support your Theatre Group.
Beatrice Howse
Fitness Club
For all existing and new members please be aware that our season for the Fitness Gym ended May 31st. We ask all who wish to sign up for the 2016-2017 season to see Renie at the office in the Rec Centre. Membership cost is $20 per person. The entrance code is being changed June 1st.
Fitness Committee
New Residents
James/Andrea Koehler 14 Merrill 613-848-4891
Derek & Barbara Mendham 76 Dorchester x5749
New Development
Shortly it will become compulsory for senior citizens to carry not only their ID, but also their insurance documents, their prescription list, a compact version of their medical file, the statement declaring if they want to be resuscitated after a heart attack, stroke, etc. etc. Consequently, a lot of paperwork will have to be carried when senior citizens go out the front door or when they travel. Specifically for this purpose, a special “Senior USB Stick” has been developed.
Wow! Two Bites of information. Blue Tooth technology to fit your lifestyle. Expanded Memory can be arranged. Something to chew on.
Don't forget to smile! Contributed by George Millaire
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Shuffle Board Courts Spring Clean-Up Blitz
Thursday May 19th I had the privilege of working with about 12 volunteers. I would like to thank the following for their excellent cooperation in completing and doing a very good job at all the chores that had to be done on all 4 courts:
Rolf Hagen, for sweeping and pulling out weeds on the courts, plus pressure washing the Uni-Stone (dirty job to say the least, the pictures on the W.O.T.L. Photo web site will prove it).
Sweepers and weed pullers also consisted of George Ayton, Gerry and Martha Ippersiel, Gerry Pierce, Ron Robb, Bill Boultbee, Merv Kreutz and Donna St. James.
The 4 score boards were installed by Ron Robb & Merv Kreutz.
The back stops were repaired by Bill Boultbee.
All of the 32 Discs were waxed by George Ayton.
Yours truly (Rene St. James) mowed and did the weed whacking.
Last but not least, we had 4 ladies who rolled up their sleeves to weed and pull out the dead bushes from the Emmett O'Connor Memorial Garden. Thank you very much to Donna, Theresa, Elaine and Martha.
Looking forward to seeing ALL Y`ALL on the courts June 7th @ 9 or 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays (your choice). Rene St James
Volunteers Needed!
Help needed for a few hours, 1 or 2 days a week: assisting visitors, indexing data, digitizing records, technology support, and clerical; something for everyone. The Marilyn Adams Genealogical Research Centre, 528 County Rd. 19, Ameliasburgh, ON. Website: www.seventhtownresearch.com Email: [email protected] Telephone: 613-967-6291 Bill Bode
9th ANNUAL ARTS & CRAFTS SALE
SAVE THE DATE - Saturday, September 17th, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. We are doing it again! Last September’s Arts & Crafts Sale was so successful that we’re going to do another one. We invite all crafters to consider participating on Saturday, September 17th, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. We are always looking for new handmade crafts, but traditional crafts are
always big sellers too. So don’t hesitate, call us and reserve your table or tables now! Not a crafter? Know someone who is? Have them call us and we’ll provide them with all the information. We’re always looking for new crafts people. Tables are limited so please reserve yours early. The deadline for table reservation and payment is July 29th. Table prices for WOTL residents are: 1 table = $20, 2 tables = $35, and 3 tables = $50. Table prices for outside vendors are as follows: 1 table = $40, 2 tables = $70, and 3 tables = $100. What a deal for WOTL residents!!!! Pay early and guarantee your table at the discounted rate! For more information, please call: Sandy Fox, x1121
Voice of the County Radio http://993countyfm.ca
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Wellington Golf News
Congratulations to our own Laurie Brown, Men’s Club Champion 2015; Wellington Golf Club. The Club championship consisted of 36 holes played over two days with 18 holes from the white tees and 18 holes from the blue tees. Laurie beat out Vance Page, the 2014 Club Champion to earn his place in the coveted parking spot next to the Clubhouse for the 2016 season.
WOTL Golf
The SMILE (Senior Men’s Invitational LeaguE) is a series of weekly match play events. There are two flights in the league where weekly points are awarded to each match. Players compete within their own flight only. Flight Champions are the players that accumulate the most points over the summer. Flight One Champion is Laurie Brown, Flight 2 Champion is Paul Nykanen. Pictured here are Laurie Brown, Vance Page and Paul Nykanen. Al Smith, Rogue Reporter
Swimming Pool Update As you have no doubt noticed, and is discussed in “Prez Sez”, the swimming pool which was supposed to have been open as of May 24th is not. It should be open sometime after May 30th. Ron Thomson
Bingo Jackpot Weekly Winners
Jackpot Winners:
April 27- Donna Walters May 4- Gord Morrison May 11- Joan Van Den Oetelaar May 18- Merv Dunlop/Lorna McDonell The next Toonie night is June 15th. Come and enjoy some fun & laughs! Everyone is welcome. Ted Curnock - x2308
Hmmmm…
“If you can smile when things go wrong, you have someone in mind to blame.”
Contributed by Nancy McColl
Toonie Jackpot Winner: May 18 - Joan Van Den Oetelaar
Congratulations to all winners.
“Okay, fine! If that’s the way you wanna play, I’ll make obnoxious gurgling sounds the next time you’re putting for birdie!”
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First Annual Summer Dance
Saturday, June 25th, 7:30 -10:30 p.m. @ the Rec Centre. Music from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. DJ Richard Please join us for GOOD DANCING, COMPANY and JUST HAVING FUN! Everyone welcome, see you there! BYOB and Snacks ~ FREE Admission
Richard Bell x1402 and Donna Ostrander x2571
Coming Events for June
Income Tax Prince Edward Community Care volunteers complete income tax returns for seniors all year round. If you are a senior 60+ who lives in Prince Edward County and whose single income is $30,000 or lower or whose household income is $40,000 or lower, you may be eligible for the program. There is no charge, donations are accepted. Home visits can be arranged for seniors who are shut-in. For information call 613-476-7493. 55 ALIVE Mature Driving Classroom Refresher Course A 55-Alive safe driving course is offered at the Prince Edward Community Care office in Picton. This course is from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. The Canada Safety Council developed this mature driver retraining program and it is designed specifically to help older drivers improve their driving skills. The cost is $30 per person, which includes workbook, refreshments and a light lunch. Call 613-476-7493 to register or for more information. Space is limited so call today. www.communitycareforseniors.org. Ontario Energy Support Program
Do you have a high hydro bill? The Ontario Energy Support Program (OESP) is a new program that can provide help for low-income seniors 60 and over, who are eligible. An eligible household ($28,000 or less for one or two people) can receive between $30-$50 monthly credit on their hydro bill. Staff at Prince Edward Community Care can answer questions and help submit the OESP application. Please call 613-476-7493 or go to www.OntarioElectricitySupport.ca for more information.
Bridge Scores First Second Third
April 26 Ron Thomson 6160 Dave Lever 5810 Mike Miller 3600
Small Slam Ron Thomson & Dianne Cranshaw Grand Slam Dave Lever & Ron Thomson Small Slam Dave Lever & Henry Cranshaw
May 3 Henry Cranshaw 4610 Francine Bell 4090 Shirley Hamilton 3710
May 17 Ron Thomson 4670 Karen Massingham 3010 Bimm McIntyre 2920
Small Slam Bill Boultbee & Ron Thomson
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2016 Milestone Anniversaries
Congratulations from all your WOTL friends and neighbours!
Edgar & Thelma Nobbs July 30, 1946
John & Bev Braun August 20, 1966
Bill & Mireille Miramontes September 1, 1956
Chuck & Lee Ann Scammell December 17, 1966
Bryan & Suzanne West July 2, 1966
John & Georgina Huizenga October 6, 1956
Ted & Jeanne Favell October 10, 1966
Irwin & Marilyn Lett March 1, 1956
Bill & Lana Latchford August 27, 1966
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LOOKING FOR:
Does anyone out there have photos, digital or otherwise, of recent events here in WOTL? There are no photos on our website of the December 2015 Christmas dinners, 2015 New Year’s Eve party, 2016 Rabbie Burns celebration & Scotch Tasting and 2016 St. Patrick’s Day party. So if you have digital photos of any of these events please email them to the newsletter at [email protected] and we will ensure that the webmaster gets them to post on our website. If you have regular photos, please lend them to us so they can be scanned and posted on the website too.
If you have old photos of the early days of WOTL we would be interested in those as well. They would be scanned and returned to you. Just phone Al at 613-885-3160 and he will be happy to come pick them up. Please help us to build up our WOTL website history for all to enjoy.
Thank you to Marilyn Hastie for her MOST excellent work creating and organizing photo albums with pictures from 1992-2001 (stored in our Library) which we have scanned and are now posted on our website (http://www.wotl.ca/heritage.html) thanks to our hard-working Web Master, Ken Killingbeck. Al Smith 613-885-3160
WANTED: SUN-LOVING PERENNIALS
Teens in the Trenton Drop-In Centre where I volunteer are developing a memorial garden for a centre founder who died last year. If you are splitting up plants and have some sun-loving perennials, they would appreciate getting some root stock. Either leave at 6 Elmdale Drive or contact Helen Mason at x5210 or email [email protected]. Thank you very much.
GOLF SHIRTS WITH WOLRA LOGO & YOUR NAME 1 Cole Harbour Golf Shirt 65 /poly/35cotton pique knit in various colours for men and women for $35.00 GST included. (Colours: Stone, Royal, Kelly Green, Black, White, Navy, Light Blue, Red) 2 OGIO Golf Shirts 100% polyester/spandex with stay cool wicking in various colours for men and women for $40.00 GST included. (Colours: White, Yellow, Diesel Grey, Red, Chive Green, Electric Blue, Navy) Order form available from Ron Thomson x1069
Send your submissions for the Classifieds to [email protected] More ARTICLES FOR SALE are on WOTL website http://www.wotl.ca/itemsforsale.html
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June Anniversaries
Tom & Marie Wall 2 1967 Brian & Barbara Burgess 4 1976 Nick & MaryJune Meulenaar 5 1965 Arthur & Barbara Everitt 6 1959 Robert & Merion Potter 7 1958 Mark & Vania Higgs 9 1984 Norm & Marilyn Dodgson 14 1975 John & Brenda Jacono 16 1990 Ronald & Norma Robb 22 2002 Brian & Linda Beatty 24 1961 John & Nora Muelenaar 27 1964 Eric & Pam Grimshaw 28 1952
June Birthdays
June Johnstone 1 Mike Weber 19 Linda Phillips 2 Judy Hamilton 21 Dave Silver 3 Bob Latchford 22 Edda Sansom 4 Jack Brooks 23 David Searle 6 Beverly Norman 24 Dorothy Svendson 10 Helen Bloedorn 25 George Millaire 12 Sharron Hewer 26 Rob Orchard 12 Jake Kent 28 Kevin Hanbury 13 Ron Ireland 29 Penny Valentine 13 Robert Gazley 30 Louise Kedro 13 Brian Gillespie 30 June Jewell 14 Corinne Babbitt 30 Bill Boultbee 15 Edgar Nobbs 15
Congratulations to all!
If you notice any errors or missing dates, please let me know for the future announcement of your celebration. Sheila Hanbury, [email protected]
To Diane and the family of Charlie Dumais who passed away April 29th. Charlie was a member of R.O.M.E.O.’s, Woodshop, Snooker and E-Bikers. He was involved in so many ways in our community and will be greatly missed by all. Also, OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY to June and the family of Michael Piersdorff who passed away May 21st.
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From the Editor
This month marks the one year anniversary of the new format for the Neighbourly News. One year ago I volunteered to take on the daunting position of Editor of our newsletter; I was absolutely terrified and certain I would regret it. As it turns out, I absolutely LOVE doing it. Hopefully when I decide to pass the baton on to another (not yet!), he or she will love it as much as I do. Thank you all for your patience (especially that of my ever vigilant Editorial Board!) and you the readership. Thank you also to Gerry Ippersiel for emailing the newsletter out to
everyone who signed up for it each month and Ken Killingbeck for EVERYTHING he does to help me, but in particular for posting the Neighbourly News on the WOTL website. A toast to another year; “TO US ALL”!
If you have given your email address to E.com’s Gerry Ippersiel at [email protected] you will receive the “Neighbourly News and Calendar” by email. These are also on the WOLRA website, in COLOUR @ www.wotl.ca. Deadline for the July newsletter is June 23rd at 6 p.m. Submissions can be made by e-mail to the newsletter mailbox at [email protected] or left in the Submissions and Suggestions Blue Box in the Library of the Rec Centre). Note that when a submission is made to the newsletter by email, notification of receipt will be sent to the submitter. If you do not receive a response after several days, please contact any of the members on the Editorial Board to confirm receipt of your submission.
Pam Smith & the Editorial Board consisting of: Brian Beasant, Diane Dumais and Lynne Lamb
G R O W N - U P S A V O U R Y C A R A M E L C O R N
6 cups (1.5 L) popped corn (about ¼ cup/60 mL kernels) 1½ cups (375 mL) chopped mixed nuts ½ cup (125 mL) green pumpkin seeds ½ cup (125 mL) packed brown sugar ¼ cup (60 mL) corn syrup ¼ cup (60 mL) dark rum or brandy 2 tbsp (30 mL) butter 2 tsp (10 mL) sea salt ¼ tsp (1 mL) baking soda ¼ tsp (1 mL) cayenne pepper
D I R E C T I O N S
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or butter lightly.
2. Combine popped corn, nuts and pumpkin seeds in a large bowl. Set aside. 3. Combine sugar, corn syrup, brandy and butter in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium
heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Increase heat to high and boil rapidly, without stirring, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in salt, baking soda and cayenne.
4. Quickly pour over popped corn mixture in bowl and toss to evenly coat. Spread onto baking sheet as evenly as possible. Bake, stirring twice, for 15 minutes or until mixture is glazed and nuts are toasted. Let cool slightly. Makes 8 cups (2 L)
Submitted by Kevin & Sheila Hanbury (taste-tested by the Editorial Board and found YUMMY yet very spicy so may be too hot for some; you could leave out the cayenne pepper or put less, 2 of us found it PERFECT as is!).
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Regular Weekly
Scheduled Activities
MH Main Hall CR Card Room DR Dance Room
MONDAY Aerobics 8:15-9:00 MH Walking Club 9:00-10:00 MH Line Dance 10:30 – 12:00 MH Quilting 1:00 – 3:30 CR & DR Theatre Group 3:15-5:00 MH Cribbage 7:00 CR
TUESDAY Walking Club 8:45 – 9:30 MH Shuffleboard 9 and 10:30 Yoga 9 – 10:30 CR Physio-Fit 10:30 – 11:15 MH Scrapbooking 11:15 – 4:00 CR Choir 1:00 -3:00 MH Pea Pool 1:00 – 3:00 Qigong 3:30-4:30 DR Bridge 7:00 MH Poker 7:00 Library
WEDNESDAY Yoga 8 – 9:30 CR Aerobics 8:15 – 9:00 MH Walking Club 9:00 – 10:00 MH Crafts & Laughs 10:00–11:30 CR Skittles 1:00 – 3:00 Clogging 1:00 – 2:00 DR Beg. Line Dance 2:00 – 3:30MH Yoga 3 – 4:30 CR Bingo 7:00 MH Hand and Foot 7:00 CR
THURSDAY Walking Club 8:45 – 9:30 MH Shuffleboard 9 and 10:30 Tap Dance 10:00 – 12:00 DR Physio-Fit 10:30 – 11:15 MH Crafts 11:00 1:30 CR Pea Pool 1:00 – 3:00 Art Group 1:30-3:30 CR Euchre 7:00 MH
FRIDAY Aerobics 8:15 – 9:00 MH Walking Club 9:00 – 10:00 MH Easy Moving 10:15-11:45 MH Hand & Foot 1:00-4:00 CR
Bid Euchre 7 p.m. CR
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
TO BOOK REC CENTRE Contact Louise Kedro x1956 or email
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2 GARBAGE & RECYCLING PICKUP
DRAGON BOAT
MTING 2 p.m. Rec Ctre MH
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Easy Moving in CR today only
4 TENNIS PANCAKE
BREAKFAST Rec Ctre MH
8-10 a.m. HORSE SHOES Begins
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6 BOCCE BALL Begins
9:30
7 SHUFFLEBOARD
Begins
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9 GARBAGE &
RECYCLING PICKUP
10 RELAY FOR
LIFE
11 COFFEE
MORNING 9:30
Hosted by the
DANCERS
WOODWORKER’S MTING 1 p.m.
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13 14 7 p.m. MH WOLRA
GENERAL MTING
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16 GARBAGE &
RECYCLING PICKUP
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19 Father’s Day (Sorry,
Mother’s Day was accidentally omitted on the May Calendar)
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LAST YOGA CLASS
23 GARBAGE & RECYCLING
PICKUP
NEWSLETTER
DEADLINE
6 p.m.
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25 COFFEE
MORNING 9:30 Hosted by the E-BIKERS
FIRST
ANNUAL
SUMMER
DANCE
7:30 – 10:30 p.m.
MH
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THIS WEEK*
28 29 30 GARBAGE &
RECYCLING PICKUP
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