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Farmer’s Market Celebrating Harvest

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There's nothing like the flavour of locally grown food

There’s nothing like the flavour of locally grown food

by Lorraine Payette

(GANANOQUE, ON) – Town Park in Gananoque will be the site of a harvest celebration as the Farmers’ Market serves up a free, tasty and nutritious dinner made entirely from fresh local ingredients.

The event runs from 4:00 – 7:00 pm, and will feature the music of Mike Bishop and Flashback.

Come on out and bring a friend! For more information, go to http://www.gananoquefarmersmarket.ca, or contact ganfarmersmarket@gmail.com or 613-876-7138.

Gospel Brunch Coming to Hot Roast Company on Sunday

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Amazing Grace at the Hot Roast Company

Amazing Grace at the Hot Roast Company

by Lorraine Payette

(GANANOQUE, ON) – Good times, gospel music and a delicious Sunday brunch – it’s all back as The Hot Roast Company at 198 King Street East is holding their third Gospel Sunday Brunch on Sunday, September 29, from noon until 3:00 p.m.

Hosted by Sheila Rosalie, this Sunday’s show features live music by Sheila Rosalie of CFRC Radio and friends, including guests Ellis Wolfreys, of Amherst Island Radio; Dave Harvey, Director of the Gananoque Salvation Army; and various other friends. Musicians from throughout the local area are expected to attend. – to read more>

Be Tick Smart during the Hunting Season

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Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit

(LEEDS-GRENVILLE, ON) – Hunting season is upon us and the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit would like to remind those enjoying hunting activities to be aware that they also share the great outdoors with ticks that can make them sick. Lyme disease is caused by being bitten by an infected tick. In Leeds, Grenville and Lanark, we have several different types of ticks. Lyme disease is caused by the bite of an infected black-legged tick (also known as deer ticks). There is an increasing number of areas where ticks carrying Lyme disease are found. Lyme disease is regularly found within our geographic area of Leeds, Grenville and Lanark. – to read more>

Clark Condemns Inaction on Developmental Disabilities

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MPP Steve Clark, Leeds-Grenville

MPP Steve Clark, Leeds-Grenville

by Michael Jiggins, Executive Assistant to Steve Clark, MPP, Leeds-Grenville

Wynne Government Ignores Pleas to Establish Select Committee

(BROCKVILLE) – Four months after all three parties agreed on a plan to get Ontarians with developmental disabilities the help they need, Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark said it’s shameful the Wynne government has failed to act.

“I’ve met with local agencies and families, so I know how desperate the need is to develop a strategy to assist developmentally disabled Ontarians with issues ranging from inclusion in society and the workplace to housing and supports for aging parents,” said Clark. – to read more>

“Harvest Blend” Bringing Majestic Arts of Autumn to Eagle Point Winery

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by Lorraine Payette, written September 21, 2013

(ESCOTT, ON) – As the days shorten, a mellow golden light brings out the colours of fall seeping through forest and glen, washing over the vines and the trees and spreading across the meadow below. And with the autumn days come cooler temperatures and the promise of a glowing harvest.

Each year, artists step forth from their studios to try to capture this magic on canvas. Called plein air, they move outside to grasp these fleeting moments and save them forever with brush and knife, charcoal and pencil, using any medium and working feverishly on canvas and paper until the darkness falls and the spell is gone. This year they have a real feast for the eyes and palette. Eagle Point Winery has opened its doors and is inviting them in for a taste of its splendour. – to read more>

Council on Aging Education Day

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submitted by the Frontenac-Kingston Council on Aging

(KINGSTON, ON) – Education Day 2013
The Frontenac-Kingston Council on Aging presents:
Powers of Attorney Uses and Abuses Seminar

Wednesday, October 9th, from 8:30AM – 4:30pm

Held at 734 Montreal St. Royal Canadian Legion Branch 560

Keynote Speakers:

• Det. John Keating, Senior Support Coordinator with the Durham Regional Police
• Tammy Rankin, an Elder Abuse Advisor

Education Session

The education day is comprised of two sessions. Both are of interest to professionals working with Power of Attorney’s and individuals seeking information on the creation implementation or uses of a Power of Attorney.

Each session has a specific target audience, but is suitable for all attendees.

Registration includes Lunch, take away POA Handbook, attendance at booth morning and afternoon session.

Regular Registration $50 CE $100 Registration-credits available through Financial Planning Standards Council (FPSC)

Morning:

Target – Professional creating and working with Power of Attorney’s

• Lawyers
• Accountants
• Hospital Staff
• LTC Home staff and management
• Social Workers
• Psychiatric Care Workers

Afternoon Session:

Target – The responsibility you take when you become a Power of Attorney

• Lawyers
• Persons who have been named a Power of Attorney
• Persons considering becoming a Power of Attorney
• Persons who name someone as their Power of Attorney

For more info contact Olivia Rose at 613-532-6661 or Janine Earl at 613-542-1336

Education Day Vendor Kit (2) – general information – October 9, 2013
Education Day Registration Form (2) – October 9, 2013

The Great Waterway announces new Board of Directors

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submitted by Libby Smith, Executive Director, The Great Waterway, 945 Princess Street, Suite 202, Kingston, Ontario

(KINGSTON, ON) – The Great Waterway elected a new Board of Directors for 2013–2014 at its Annual General Meeting held on September 17 at the recently renovated National Air Force Museum of Canada in Trenton. The newly elected Board is committed to the continued development and achievements of The Great Waterway. – to read more>

Chiropractic Care Celebrates Its 118th Birthday

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Daniel David Palmer, father of chiropractic (submitted photo)

Daniel David Palmer, father of chiropractic (submitted photo)

by Lorraine Payette, written September 18, 2013

(GANANOQUE, ON) – It’s time to get out the bells and whistles, party hats and streamers. For those who have benefitted to those who will benefit to those who follow the lifestyle and continue to benefit, today is the 118th birthday of chiropractic care.

Harvey Lillard was a janitor working for D. D. Palmer back in 1885. Palmer had noticed that Lillard would not respond to questions unless he had seen the face of the person speaking to him, and quickly learned that Lillard had lost most of his hearing. When questioned, Lillard explained that he had heard a loud popping sound in his neck about ten years previously which then deteriorated into the deafness he now suffered from. – to read more>

Google Trekker Maps Thousand Islands National Park

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by Lorraine Payette, written September 1, 2013

(MALLORYTOWN LANDING, ON) – August was a more than exciting time for Thousand Islands National Park in Mallorytown Landing as Google sent in its crew to photo-map the park and upload it to their Google Trekker collection.

“We’re working to build the very best map of the world,” says Google. And taking advantage of the best in modern technology along with the most knowledgeable hikers and information specialists in the world’s most interesting places, they are going out to do exactly that. – to read more>

Health Unit Lifts Heat Alert

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Susan Healey, Communications Co-ordinator – CPHC – September 12, 2013

(LEEDS-GRENVILLE, ON) – The Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit has lifted the Heat Alert for the tri-county area effective today. Temperatures are expected to become seasonal once again. The Health Unit will continue to monitor weather conditions.

For more information on how to protect your health during extreme heat, visit http://www.healthunit.org or like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/LGLHealthUnit or call the Health ACTION Line at 1-800-660-5853.