Community News - Ausable Community Centre
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Community News - Ausable Community Centre
Community News December 2013 Santa is coming to town for a visit! The countdown has started! Christmas is coming quickly and on December 7, the Municipality will have its official start to the season On this day Lucan-Biddulph welcomes Santa Claus to town for an early visit. The parade will starts at 6:00 pm. The parade will start at the corner Saintsbury and Main Street. The parade will make its way north on Main Street and finish at the Lucan Memorial Community Centre. Please bring a food bank item with you, as they will be collected along the route. You can also support the parade by buying a coupon booklet, available at local stores as well as the Ausable Community Centre. www.ausable.ca Ausable Community Centre Participates in the United Way of London & Middlesex Stair Climb The theme for this year’s parade is Rock & Roll Christmas. After the parade children will have an opportunity to visit with Santa Claus at the Lucan Memorial Community Centre after the parade for cookies, Timbits and hot chocolate. Participants who are entering a float are to line-up at 5:15pm along Saintsbury (west) by the Tim Hortons. If you are entering a float please remember not to throw candy from their floats, please have walkers. “The wondrous gift is given!” The “Group of 7” United Churches will be celebrating Christmas Eve and Holy Communion with services at: Bryanston United Church – 5 p.m. Zion-West United Church – 6 p.m. Granton-Wesley United Church – 7 p.m. Lucan United Church – 8 p.m. Kirkton United Church – 9 p.m. You are invited join us at any one of our services Did You Know! “Come, let us worship Him” Lucan Optimist Sponsors – Oratorical Contest Essay Contests From our homes to yours Season’s Greetings The Board of Directors and Staff of the Ausable Community Centre Holiday Office Hours The Ausable Community Centre will be closed December 27 to January 1 inclusive and will open for normal hours on January 2, 2014 Winter Wonderland Youth Dance Grades 5 - 8 Presented by the AUSABLE COMMUNITY CENTRE Friday, December 13th from 6:30 to 9:00 PM at the Lucan Legion 136 Market Street, Lucan Admission $5.00 Chances to win fun prizes Supported by: The Optimist Club of Lucan The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #540 Lucan New Orleans Pizza, Lucan 2 LUCAN HERITAGE COMMUNITY NEWS • December 2013 Counselling Services Provided at the Ausable Centre in Lucan • Family Service Thames Valley is a community counselling agency with the main office located in London. • Personal counselling services are provided by FSTV through Middlesex County Social Services funding for individuals and families experiencing financial hardship (ex. individuals who are underemployed, and/or receiving Ontario Works, ODSP, etc.). • Under this funding, we provide services in Parkhill, Lucan, Strathroy, and Glencoe. … Would like to thank all our volunteers and heritage friends for your ongoing support of our museum and events in our continuous efforts to share the history of Lucan Biddulph. Be sure to watch the January Community News for additional perks in becoming a member of the heritage society. We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and aHappy, Healthy & Prosperous New Year. • Individuals, couples and families who are able to make financial contribution towards their counselling on a sliding scale, can receive services in Strathroy under subsidized by United Way counselling program. The following services are provided at the Northwest Multiservice Centre: • Individual counselling. This offers individuals a safe place to express and examine feelings, understand their personal, family, or work situation, develop coping strategies, and to strengthen supportive relationships. • Couple counselling helps couples to understand each other and resolve conflict through enhanced communication, intimacy, and mutual sharing. • Family counselling addresses the complexities of family relationships through teaching effective communication and the strengthening of family relationships. • All the services that we provide are confidential within the limits of the law and we respect the clients’ right for privacy. • An intake is required and can be completed over the phone by setting up an intake appointment. • To access our counselling services call Adriana Anborgh, MS, RMFT at 519-433-0183 ext. 8322. www.familyservicethamesvalley.com Are you Stressed about personal or relationship issues? Talking with a caring professional counselor can help. Safe Children, Happy Children healthy relationships Family Service Thames Valley provides confidential, professional counseling in Middlesex County for many life problems that individuals, couples, and families face. (You can visit our website at www.familyservicethamesvalley.com) Counseling is available at no charge atAusable Community Centre in Lucan (and also in Glencoe, Parkhill, and Strathroy) for people who are experiencing financial hardship that acts as a barrier to getting the help they need. * For information or an appointment, call: Jan Bracken, MSW, RSW 519-433-0183 extension 8212 or Carole McInnes, MSW, RSW 519-245-3935 (Strathroy) Family Service Thames Valley Credit Counselling Program Telephone: 519-964-1111 ext 7151 Fax: 519-433-4273 • Internet: www.dothisnow.ca * Counselling services available through the support of Middlesex County Social Services and the generous donation of space by the Ausable Community Centre. The health of your family is important to us. If you need help, or know someone who is affected by woman abuse, please call. Women’s Rural Resource Centre Strathroy & Area call:1-519-246-1526 www.wrrcsa.org Review Simply desktop Understand Chart of Accounts AP-process purchase invoices AP-process payment AR-sales invoicing AR-receipt process Process payroll run/remittances Bank Reconciliation Creating a new company Completing work from previous sessions Please bring a flash drive and a ruler When: Jan 11th to Feb 8th, 2014 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 pm *Five Saturday Course Where: Conestoga College Campus 130 Youngs St. Stratford, ON Room 53A Cost: $300 Per Person $75 non-refundable deposit to register To Register: Call 519-227-1453 Email [email protected] COMMUNITY NEWS •December 2013 November has seen lots of activity at shortly. Good luck to both teams. The Wilberforce Public School. Our producbasketball season will also soon be upon tion of “Anne of Green Gables” definitely us. We look forward to an exciting seatakes the spotlight this month. It was a son this year! phenomenal production that was over two hours long! Staff and students went Last week, 700 additional levelled readthe extra mile to WOW the audience to ers were delivered to classroom teachers tremendous applause! We are proud of in the Early Years and Primary classthe amazing work and enthusiasm of all rooms to supplement their take-home involved. Thank You!! We have also been entertained reading programs. With additional purchases with performing arts presentations by TORQUE, and The for the school library, this means that over 1000 Canadian Opera Co. new books have already been placed in the hands of students so far this year. We are also In sports, our boys and girls volleyball teams continue awaiting the arrival of several sets of the poputheir season, and will be competing in the regionals lar “Forest of Reading” novels before Christmas which engage students in grades 4 through 8. The Lucan Branch of the TD Canada Trust will be collecting warm mittens/scarves/hats on our mitten tree again this year from November 25th to December 13th to be forwarded to the Ailsa Craig Food Bank for inclusion in their Christmas baskets. We will also be collecting food items for the food bank. 3 Siblings Marilla (Corey Patrick - left) and Matthew Cuthbert (Peter Nye - Right) take in an Orphan, Anne Shirley (Carolyn Hardy - centre left) to help out at Green Gables. Neighbour, Rachel Lynde (Lauren Harris - centre right) keeps up on the local gossip. During December, be sure to add the Primary Christmas concert to your calendar for December 17th. Students will also get a head start on the Holidays, as Friday December 20th is a Professional Development Day, and there will be no classes on this day. All the staff at Wilberforce Public School would like to extend the students, families, and community members Best Wishes for the Holiday Anne (Carolyn Hardy) starts school with her teacher (Michelle McBurney), and a student, Gilbert Blythe (Malte Season! Plokhaar) who becomes her rival. Ron Vandecasteele Vice-Principal Wilberforce Public School THE NEED IS GREATER THAN EVER, BUT THE SUPPORT IS OVER WHELMING This Christmas the Ailsa Craig and Area Food Bank will serve over 140 familes, including approximately 300 children. Thankfully, while the need is greater than ever, the support is overwhelming. MONETARY DONATIONS THE AREA WE SERVE enable the purchase of vouchers for milk, margarine, eggs, bread and other fresh and shortfall items TAX RECEIPTS AVAILABLE The Ailsa Craig & Area Foodbank & Thrift Store is a registered Christian Charitable Organization dedicated to meeting the following needs: • Offering quality, affordable, gently used thrift store items • Maintaining and enhancing recipient comfort and self esteem • Providing a monthly food hamper to individuals and families facing financial hardship • Promoting and encouraging commitment to God's word, way and church Foodbank eligibility is based on proof of: • Income • Local residency • Number of people in household Periodic budget reviews confirm continuing need. Quarterly consultation with adjacent area food banks eliminates "double dipping". To those in need… The community of churches, service clubs, schools, business and countless individual donors enable to provide Foodbank assistance. The local volunteer fire fighters and Lions clubs are vital in the operation as they organize and conduct annual Christmas and spring food drives during which half of our food supply is collected. Your involvement, input and support are genuinely appreciated. Please call if you are aware of a person or family in need. Confidentiality is assured. us Each food hamper • Size is based on the number of people per household (single, couple, family) • Contains non-perishable food based on a standard list • Considers special diet needs (baby, diabetic) • Is equivalent to approximately ten day supply of groceries • Can be delivered upon request -- often families are without a vehicle • Produce and frozen meat when available A Blessing for all… The Thrift Store is an important part of our ministry. Revenue generated from store sales covers operational expenses. Tax receipts are available for monetary and store donations. Christian music, store and window displays create an inviting and inspiring atmosphere in which to shop for a variety quality, affordable gently used: CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES, TOYS, KNICK-KNACKS, BOOKS, FURNITURE, HOUSEWARES, SPORTS & CAMPING EQUIPMENT. Further Thrift Store Outreach • Foodbank recipients receive monthly and seasonal Thrift Store Gift Certificate • Furniture is freely provided as needed • Excess clothing etcetera is donated to various charities. ie. Bethesda Home • Emergency relief (e.g. Hurricane Katrina/New Orleans, Ont/Que Ice Storm, Manitoba flood) • Bulletin board advertises upcoming local church and charity events • Collection point for area fire victims Benevolent Fund Ten percent of store sales are tithed into a separate account. One thousand dollars is held in reserve for support of area fire victims. The remainder is given out on a priority basis for the special needs of: • Food bank recipients • Community needs • Emergency relief • Healthcare - prevention, promotion, research The Ailsa Craig & Area Food Bank and Thrift Store 161 Main Street Ailsa Craig, ON N0M 2A0 Telephone: 519-293-3637 E-mail: [email protected] of COMMUNITY NEWS • December 2013 4 Put this super soda to work (NC) Baking soda has long been the star of household cleaning and personal care – in fact the number of uses for this simple box of powder is remarkable. Baking soda is a pure and natural substance, making it easy to use all over the house, even around children. It can be used in baking, as a cleaning product, and as an odour remover.Baking soda gets its name from one of its most traditional uses – as a leavening agent for baked goods -- but some of its other applications may surprise you. Here are just a few ways it can be used around the home: Essentials with biodegradable plant based soaps. In fact, the company has developed several laundry formulas, all containing baking soda. The versatile powder neutralizes odours so it can be used to deodorize all over the house from the fridge to the car to the litter box. Try using baking soda as a facial scrub and body exfoliant. Its crystalline structure provides a gentle abrasion that helps to remove dirt and oil without scratching. Just be careful around the eyes. Baking soda is a pure and natural cleanser, making it a great alternative to harsher chemicals, especially on clothes and other personal items. When used to clean clothes and other fabrics, baking soda balances the PH in your wash water, to get them cleaner, fresher and brighter. You can add a scoop to your regular wash cycle, or choose a detergent with baking soda already in it, like Arm & Hammer From An oil stain on the garage floor is no problem. Use baking soda to clean up light-duty oil and grease spills on concrete by sprinkling it on the oil spot and scrubbing with a wet brush. Additional laundry tips and tricks are available at ArmAndHammerLaundry.ca. Laundry tips are provided by Round the Back Laundry Mat on Main Street in Lucan. Oversized Machines for For all your Washing and Drying needs: Comforters, Team Hockey, (sports) Jerseys, Camping gear, etc. Hours: 8:00 am to 9:00 pm, (seven days per week) Closed December 24 at 6:00pm Closed December 25 Phone: 519-227-1824 or 519-317-0365 “Round the Back” Laundry Mat 176 Rear Main Street, Lucan, Ontario FROM LUCAN LANES BOWLING ALLEY Bob & Brenda Smith HOLIDAY HOURS: CLOSED DECEMBER 23 - 27 Reopen Saturday December 28th, 29th and 31st (New Year's Eve) by appointment only. Lucan Lanes Bowling Alley 252 Butler Street, 1 block east of the Arena Proprietors: Bob and Brenda Smith Telephone: 519-227-4236 “LET’S GET ROLLING” GO 5 PIN BOWLING ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT OUTLIVING YOUR RETIREMENT INCOME AND INVESTMENTS? CALL ME TODAY FOR A COMPLIMENTARY REVIEW AND SECOND OPINION. Steve Leis, CFP RETIREMENT AND ESTATE PLANNING SPECIALIST 519-666-2689 Independent Planning Group Inc. 30 Picton Street London, ON N6B 2L8 Email address: [email protected] Website: www.steveleis.ca COMMUNITY NEWS •December 2013 Winter tires save lives and money (NC) There is nothing more beautiful than a highway lined with autumn colours. They take one’s breath away. But, just as soon as they appear, they’ll be gone and the sub-zero temperatures will be the next thing to take one’s breath away. While we can all agree that the prospect of winter is pretty miserable — unless you’re a skier — there’s really nothing worse than hitting a patch of black ice. But according to recent Canadian Tire survey, a majority of drivers in Ontario, the Prairies and British Columbia choose not to install winter tires, mistakenly believing that all-season tires offer adequate safety. The evidence says otherwise. In winter-condition tests, Transport Canada and the Rubber Association of Canada found that stopping was 30 to 40 per cent longer with all-season compared to winter tires. In cornering, vehicles with all-season tires went off the testing track at speeds of only 40 to 50 km/h, while the vehicles equipped with winter tires had no problem. The results were consistent with front-, rear- and all-wheel vehicles. The experts from Desjardins Insurance agree that winter tires are designed to save lives. “What’s interesting is that many people who live in snow-belt regions across the country recognize the need for them,” said Desjardins spokesperson Joe Daly. “But some drivers in urban regions don’t see the need to switch. The fact is we’ve all experienced those icy mornings when you’re rushing to work or school and the salt trucks just haven’t made it to 5 THE LONEY GROUP REAL ESTATE INFORMATION CORNER your neighbourhood yet. These conditions are much more dangerous than just plain snow and having the right tires can keep every one safe.” The reason why these tires are the most effective at preventing accidents is because they have deeper, speciallydesigned treads and are made of innovative rubber compounds that are softer and more pliant. This allows them to perform better on ice, snow and slush, but also in both dry and wet conditions when the temperature dips below 7C. Daly also suggests that it’s also important to keep an eye on your tires’ air pressure. “Overnight temperatures can drop from 5˚ to –15˚ and this rapid reduction can zap the air out of you tires by as much as 4 psi. An under-inflated tire can be quite dangerous, so it’s important to keep tracking your tire pressure.” Having a safe winter is a great reason to equip your car with the best tires. Transport Canada suggests that “winter tires marked with the pictograph of a peaked mountain with a snowflake meet specific snow traction performance requirements, and have been designed specifically for use in winter conditions.” Another incentive is that some insurance companies like Desjardins will reward their clients who use winter tires with a discount on their auto insurance. For more information about winter driving safety, visit Desjardins Insurance at www.desjardinsgeneralinsurance.com. FREEsponsored SKATING by BEAUTIFUL HOLIDAY DÉCOR BRINGS THE OUTDOORS INSIDE (NC) - As trends come and go, what was all the rage last holiday season is well, last season. So to help homeowners stay in the know with what's “trending” this year, Ulya Jensen, a home décor expert for leading retailer, RONA, shares her expertise on the latest and greatest trends for this season. “Earthy rustic is the name of the game for holiday decorating this year. Bringing the outdoors in is really trending, and using nature to decorate the inside of your home will help keep a fresh current look; think birch bark, pinecones, fir tree sprigs, candles, warm faux fur throws and lots of sparkle and twinkle,” Jensen says. Dishing on lights, she continued: “Mirrored ornaments and trays on your dining table, coffee table or hanging from your chandelier really helps reflect interior lights and gives the allure of shining stars.” To make a big impact she suggests switching your everyday dining room chandelier for one with lots of glass or crystal, giving the dining room a more decadent feel. When it comes to tree lights, pre-lit indoor trees make decorating easy. Not only will it save you time and possible frustration, but it will look perfect as the lights are placed evenly throughout the tree. Lastly, if you are one for hosting holiday parties, it is important to create a welcoming entrance for your guests. This year large cast iron lanterns are on trend for the front steps. Additionally, use a live wreath to scent your entryway with fresh pine greens and keep the outdoor lights neutral. A simple string of mono-toned lights surrounding the window will get you the perfect holiday effect. For Information on any of your Real Estate Needs, Please Contact The Loney Group Real Estate Brokerage Inc. 176 Main Street Lucan, ON 519-227-4777 THE LUCAN OPTIMIST Lucan Community Memorial Centre All Ages Welcome Dates: Friday December 6, 13, 20, 27 Friday January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Friday February 7, 14, 21, 28 Friday March 7, 14, 21 MERRY CHRISTMAS 4:00 - 5:00 pm 4:00 - 5:00 pm 4:00 - 5:00 pm 4:00 - 5:00 pm TO ALL OUR PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE CLIENTS! FROM Helmets are encouraged to be worn! The Optimist Thrift Store Tuesday - Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 188 Main Street, Lucan Ontario Carol Loney Sales Representative Larry Loney Broker of Record Terry-Ann Loney Sales Representative COMMUNITY NEWS • December 2013 6 Lucan-Biddulph’s Santa Claus Parade e: m he mas t s t a r ’ h r is e is y R o l l C h T & ck o R HOW TO ENJOY THE HOLIDAY SEASON! by Pauline Hoffman, CPO The choices you make for the holidays - are they choices that will benefit you and your family, or are they tradition and obligation? Something to think about! Now while you have that thought in your head I am going to give you some concrete ways to help simplify the holidays. The Family Calendar mark on all your events as the information comes home schedule a time to do the decorations and put up the tree, if you don’t have time give us a call schedule a time to do charity work Saturday December 7th, 2013 6:00pm Lu ca Se e th Sa n n C e p ta o m a ra aft mu de er n it at yC en tre Donations to the Food Bank will be collected along the parade route Follow us on Facebook - Lucan-Biddulph Santa Claus Parade 2013 or contact Kim Gooding (519)225-2152 Shirley Lorch (519)227-4980 Ye Olde Towne Hall 160 Ailsa Craig Main St [email protected] Baking decide if you want to have it around first if yes, do you enjoy baking, if so plan an evening or a day to bake with a friend or family member, get all your baking done at once also if you do not want to bake you can support your local church bazaars and get all your baking that way another way to do this is get a bunch of friends or colleagues together and have a cookie exchange it is great to have homemade baking on hand for Hostess Gifts, to give to neighbours that help you out during the year or just to have when friends drop by Wrapping Station this can be done two ways, in a couple of wrapping paper totes labeled and on a shelf or a wrapping station if you have the room, have a table counter height, above it have your paper and ribbon mounted on wall with doweling make sure you have with it tape and scissors if you are to over whelmed and need help with wrapping, give us a call Entertaining keep it simple, you do not want to be in the kitchen, you want to be enjoying the party prepare as much ahead of time have ingredients on hand for quick party pleaser if someone drops by last minute if you want to entertain but do not want to do the food, hire it out also think about hiring a couple high school students to assist in the serving open houses are great to invite everyone you want to have over in one afternoon or evening Meals for the busy season prepare meals for November and December that can be double up, then put the extra meal away in the freezer for a busy night make sure your pantry is well stocked so you can pulled together a simple meal at all times Family time don’t forget to stay well rested and connected to the family around you keep routine as much as possible delegate jobs so everyone feels they are part of the Christmas season Spiral Notebook always carry with you for shopping lists, errands gift ideas phone messages to do’s These are my organizing tips for the holidays. Remember the Season for the Season, enjoy your family and friends, help out at local charities. STOP – TAKE A DEEP BREATH – SIT DOWN AND PLAN YOUR NEXT MOVE! WHAT’S ON? CraigActive for Active Retirees present soup and sandwich lunch at noon with an interesting program to follow: TUES DEC 10 The Uke Girls Joanne Lawton and Karen McLaughlin will provide entertainment for our annual Christmas Party. TUES Jan 14, 2014 The movie MISS POTTER, the story of Beatrix Potter, the creator of Peter Rabbit and other delightful tales. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21, The Wiebe’s celebrate a Gospel Christmas. Doors open at 7:30 Concert starts at 8:00 pm. Ticket price 15.00 in advance, 18.00 at the door. The Wiebes now reside in Stratford, Ontario, and still cherish the opportunity to perform their music together whenever and wherever they can. For The Wiebes, this is a full-time commitment . Visit their website at: thewiebesmusic.com/ Call 519-293-1060 to reserve tickets—leave a message January 18 2014—Rescue Junction Gospel Bluegrass— As a band, Rescue Junction combines their diverse musical tastes with their passion for bluegrass resulting in a sound that is both rooted in tradition and brand new at the same time. http://www.rescuejunctionband.com/about February 15– Valentine Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre March 14, Ryan Gingers Celtic show— April 12, Amberley Beatty as Loretta Lynn www.friendsofyeoldetownehall.org 519-293-1060 “From Chaos to Calm” Pauline Hoffman, CPO® Your Certified Professional Organizer 519-227-2241 [email protected] Lucan OptimistThrift Store Corner of Main and Market Street Watch for our 50% off sale coming mid December... Tuesday to Friday Hours 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm 188 Main Street corner of Main & Market Street COMMUNITY NEWS •December 2013 Holy Trinity United CHurch News This fall has been a time of change for the parishes of St. James and Holy Trinity. In September we said farewell to Rev. Andreas and Anya Thiel as they prepared for their move to St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Windsor. In the interim, we welcome Rev. Ruth and Rev. Bill Ferrier. The ACW hosted another successful Turkey Supper in October and our many thanks to all who supported it. We just recently sent the bale to the Diocese of Keewatin and held our annual Ladies Dinner with speaker Rev. Gerry Adam, Camp Director of Huron Church Camp We are pleased to report that renovations to the Parish Hall are complete. Be sure to watch the Community News for information of an open house in the new year to give members of the community a chance to see our completed and accessible meeting area. We invite you to join our Christian community for the annual Community Church Service on Sunday, Dec. 15th at 2:00 p.m. hosted by Lucan United Church. At present we are celebrating the Church season of Advent in preparation for Christmas. Please feel free to join us Sunday Mornings – 9:00 a.m. at St. James, Clandeboye & 10:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity, Lucan. Our Christmas Eve service will be a joint service at Holy Trinity – Tuesday, Dec. 24th at 7:00 p.m. Merry Christmas and very best wishes for a happy, healthy, spiritual New Year. How to regift old electronics after new gadget gifting (NC) Tech gadgets are always a popular gift for a loved one or personal pampering over the holidays. And while we personalize settings and try out new features, we may not stop to think about what becomes of the gadgets that were replaced. Give Away to Family & Friends: Did you get a shiny, new tablet upgrade? The one you replaced still works (it’s just not pink). Your friends and family would be more than happy to take last year’s model (the black one) off your hands. “We love to keep pace with brighter, faster, shinier electronics, but the purchasing the latest tech gear often leaves other smartphones, notebooks, laptops or cameras tucked away in drawers and closets,” says Sandra Pakosh, Director, Communications of Ontario Electronic Stewardship (OES). “It’s important to remember that there is still some value in those old items if they are reused and recycled properly, and in Ontario we’ve made it convenient for people to do just that through our province-wide network of drop-off points called RecycleYourElectronics. ca.” Sell: There are lots of web sites that make selling your out-of-use electronics quick and easy. Recycle: Electronics contain substances of concern that can harm our waterways, roadways and eco systems if not disposed of properly. In addition, they also contain metals, glass and plastic that can be turned into raw materials for future production of new products. By resolving to do our part by donating still functioning devices for reuse, or recycling electronics using OES-approved service providers, we can enjoy the fun and benefits of gifted gadgets. This holiday, keep “leftover” electronics from gathering dust or ending up in landfill by following these simple tips: MCCOTTER LAW OFFICE Real Estate, Estates, Commercial, Corporate, and more. Stephen McCotter Barrister, Solicitor & Notary Public 174 Main Street, P.O. Box #218 Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 www.mccotterlawoffice.com 7 RecycleYourElectronics.ca offers an easy-to-use collection site locator. The service is free and continues to expand with more than 96 per cent of Ontarians living within 10km of a drop-off point. To learn more about the proper reuse and recycling of electronics, electronic items accepted, and locate the OES-approved collection site nearest you, visit www.recycleyourelectronics.ca. Donate: Holidays are the season for giving. What better way to celebrate that sentiment than by donating the laptop or television still in good working condition to those in need. There are charities, churches and associations that donate electronics to local schools, shelters and community groups to name a few. Phone: 226.661.5297 Fax: 226.661.0197 Email: [email protected] KEN CURTIS MECHANICAL SERVICES 33440 Roman Line Lucan, Ontario N0M 2J0 (519) 227-4387 Love to entertain, just never have enough time.... Suzanne Grigg Let Our Place help you. We offer catering from just needing a few salads to a full menu and desserts. We can cater your small intimate events to large receptions. Need a cake for birthday, wedding or any special occasion we can accommodate. From Our Place to yours...whatever you need! Our Place Restaurant 163 Main Street Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 519-227-2000 BA.PE, B.Ed. Certified Personal Trainer Phone: 519-‐666-‐1712 Yoga & Fitness Instructor [email protected] Reiki Practitioner www.fitnessandhealingstudio.com Social & Latin Dance Classes with Bob & Mary Beginners - classes start Tuesday January 7, 2014 6:30-7:30 PM, 6 week course $65.00 per person Location: 85 Charles Street, London For more information and registration, call 519-473-3939 or email: [email protected] COMMUNITY NEWS • December 2013 8 Let’s work together for global food security An opinion-editorial by Archbishop Fred Hiltz, Anglican Church of Canada (NC) I often speak about various issues and events that are having an impact on local communities here in Canada, whether this is the flooding experienced in Calgary earlier in the year, or a fundraising initiative for a local Church. Life-threatening problems outside Canada are also expected to affect us significantly – and international food security is one of these. My role as Archbishop of the Anglican Church of Canada – and as the president of the Church’s official initiative, The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF) – is to bring communities together, inspire positive change, and encourage involvement. This can take a number of different forms; in some cases Church go-ers are compelled to get involved by volunteering their time and skills, while others support a cause through financial donations. At the end of the day, what matters is that the community responds and becomes engaged – this is what it is all about. With so many human and environmental issues here at home, it can be difficult to look past the confines of our own backyard to places like Mozambique or Haiti, but as a global community it is our responsibility to maintain a greater sense of awareness and establish connections with those in need of help. As mentioned, an issue that is common to communities around the world and something that continues to be a focus for me and the Church is food security and sustainability. What do I mean by ‘food security’? It is not a term well understood by most, but it refers to the availability of food and one’s access to it. Food security is vital and without it, people may not be able take medicine, sleep, go to school, work and generally contribute to society. Food and nutrition are fundamental for positive physical and mental health, fueling community growth and prosperity. For the average Canadian, it may seem impossible to have any impact on such a massive issue like international food security, but that is where I need to remind everyone that no matter how big a challenge is or may appear to be, getting involved and making a contribution is key. Everyone has their own definition of ‘commitment’ and I encourage those contemplating involvement to do so in a way that makes them comfortable. At the end of the day, as long as we are engaged in the issue, we will make a difference. many things: It ensures that patients have access to food so that they can take their medicine; it inspires the global community to recognize that it all starts with food; and, that by reaching out we can all help to make a difference. We can have a positive impact and change the lives of those in need. Three other projects that highlight the food security issue will be shared throughout 2014 with each demonstrating what can be accomplished when global communities become involved. Whether it is a ‘train the trainer’ program designed to teach Cubans the art of farming, canning and preserving foods, or training families in East Africa on sustainable farming techniques to overcome poor soil conditions, it all points to the larger message of engagement and supporting communities both here in Canada as well as those around the world. More information is available online at www.fredsays.ca or www.pwrdf.org. PWRDF approaches the issue of food security in the same way I encourage Canadians: every action counts. I am often known simply as Fred and personally, this issue is so important to me now I’ve become the ‘face’ of a new campaign – Fred Says – that places a ‘unique’ spotlight on food security and highlights four PWRDF projects that are having an impact and improving lives at a local level by working to ensure community members have access to good, nutritious food all year round. Over the next eight months we will be profiling a number of projects dedicated to making a difference when it comes to food security and encouraging support from the community. For example, in presenting the EHALE program for AIDS patients in Mozambique, I ask; Have you eaten today? For Canadians, I hope to provoke some thought. Why might I be asking this question? For these patients suffering from the AIDS virus, ensuring they’ve eaten and are nourished is vital, since without food the anti-retroviral medications can cause someone to be ill and in some cases, even die. We are looking to make meaningful impacts on the lives of 600 more AIDS patients living in Mozambique. This is an achievable goal that does Snow Removal [email protected] Bob Hardy * Box 473, Lucan ON N0M 2J0 DANNʻS SCREENS & More Window and Patio Door Repair or Replacement Hardware Replacement Glass Cutting Decorative Screens Mobile Screen Service available Exclusive Canadian Dealer for Terrific Fountains Dann McNaughton 202 Water Street Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 519-227-1071 [email protected] CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS with CREST SUPPORT SERVICES! Grab some goodies from our BAKESHOP: Satisfy your sweet tooth with delicious treats from the bakery at Crest! Try our famous butter tarts, pies, and cookies. Mixed trays also available. Now accepting Christmas orders. Bakeshop hours: Mon-Fri 9-4 pm. Call to place your order today! 519-227-1700 ext. 228 and... Plant some cheer through our GREENHOUSE: Keep a little green in your Christmas with Poinsettias, Christmas Rose, and Christmas Cactus from our greenhouse. Foil wraps and delivery available upon request. Plants available beginning December 5th, 2013. Greenhouse hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-3:30 pm. Call to order: 519-227-6766 ext. 230 Visit us in person at 13570 Elginfield Rd. in Lucan! !HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM CREST SUPPORT SERVICES! Crest Support Services is a non-profit organization, dedicated to providing quality supports to adults with mental health and or development disabilities that facilitate full citizenship through personal growth and participation in all aspects of community life. COMMUNITY NEWS •December 2013 9 Janet’s Favourite Recipes Peanut, Chicken and Cauliflower Curry Stir-Fry Are you new to Exeter, Lucan or surrounding communities? IF YOU ARE... Moving • Marrying • Multiplying • 50+ • First Time Grandparents Business Professional Welcome Please call Faye for BRIDAL SHOWCASE - SPONSORS WELCOME joining our team, your in-home visit, free gifts & information. Faye 519-238-8048 Karen 519-235-0298 Pat 519-234-6796 1-866-873-9941 www.welcomewagon.ca Lucan Car Wash Do it yourself Wash - Vacuum & Air Trucks & Farm Machinery Welcome Perfect for busy weeknights: serve this main with rice for a satisfying meal. Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil 1 onion, sliced 1 carrot, sliced 3 cloves of garlic, minced 1 tbsp (15 mL) minced gingerroot 1 tbsp (15 mL) mild Indian curry paste or Thai curry paste 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) cauliflower florets 1 cup (250 mL) chopped green beans 1/2 sweet red pepper, sliced 1 cup (250 mL) chicken stock 2 tbsp (30 mL) smooth peanut butter 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt 2 tbsp (30 mL) chopped peanuts 2 tbsp (30 mL) fresh coriander Preparation: Cut chicken into thin strips. In wok or large skillet, heat oil over high heat; stir-fry chicken until no longer pink inside, about 3 minutes. Remove to plate. 34000 Saintsbury Line 519-227-1187 D A I R Y 34687 Richmond St., Lucan www.dairylovers.ca Ice Cream Cakes Made from 100% Canadian milk and extra creamy, you will taste the difference! Order now at 519-808-9752 Available in: 7 inch (serves 8) $25; 9 inch (serves 12) $35 New Ice cream cupcakes $3.50 each. We deliver in Lucan area. Add onion, carrot, garlic and ginger to pan; cook over medium-high heat, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add curry paste; cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add cauliflower, beans and red pepper; cook for 2 minutes. Return chicken to pan. Stir in stock, peanut butter and salt; cover and cook until cauliflower and beans are tender-crisp, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with peanuts and coriander. Chocolate-Peppermint Striped Delight Time prep: 30 min total: 4 hr 30 min servings total: 24 servings What You Need 45 NILLA Wafers, finely crushed (about 11/2 cups) ¼ cup butter, melted ½ cup sugar, divided 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened 3 cups plus 2 Tbsp. cold milk, divided ¼ cup finely crushed candy canes 1 tub (12 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed, divided 2 pkg. (3.9 oz. each) JELL-O Chocolate Instant Pudding ¼ cup coarsely crushed candy canes Make It MIX wafer crumbs, butter and 2 Tbsp. sugar; press onto bottom of 13x9-inch dish. Refrigerate until ready to use. BEAT cream cheese, remaining sugar and 2 Tbsp. milk in medium bowl until blended. Stir in finely crushed candy canes. Add 1-1/4 cups COOL WHIP; mix well. Spread over crust. BEAT pudding mixes and remaining milk with whisk 2 min.; pour over cream cheese layer. Let stand 5 min. or until thickened. Cover with remaining COOL WHIP. REFRIGERATE 4 hours. Top with coarsely crushed candy canes just before serving. nature’s wonder WHEATGRASS JUICE CO. Totally Organic Wheatgrass and Green Barley Juice Nature’s complete supplement Proven Cancer Fighter Immune System Builder Sports and Work Energizer Easy to Prepare – Like Drinking a Salad Grown Locally – Buy Direct From Grower No Genetic Modifications 519-227-0838 • 1-888-284-3795 COMMUNITY NEWS • December 2013 10 Lucan Scouts/Guiding Lucan Scouting and Guiding – December Newsletter I would like to thank all the members of Scouting and Guiding who wore their uniforms on Nov 11th to honour those who have fought and continue to fight for our freedoms. We were grateful to Danielle Roelands, the Canadian representative in the Leader Development section of World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, who was able to attend the ceremony at the Community Centre in Lucan. Together with local Guiding members, she laid a wreath on behalf of Lucan Guiding. Both Scouting and Guiding were able to be part of the Legion’s colour party by carrying flags during the ceremony. Many members of Lucan and Ailsa Craig Scouting were also on hand to lay a wreath. We are proud and honoured to help. Thank you to the leaders on hand as well. Citrus orders should be in mid December. Thank you for your support for this and all our fundraising efforts. Look for both Scouting and Guiding members in the annual Lucan Santa Claus parade. We are busy with all levels planning camps, sleepovers, community visits that include model train club and Prince George retirement home. As always, your child is welcome to join in the fun at any time. I would be happy to provide any information to you, or answer any questions you may have. Guider Hellen 519 227 4054 Save on your tech expenses (NC) Many of us will either give or receive a new tech gadget this holiday season – whether it’s the latest smartphone, tablet, or the in-between phablet. But having it all can often lead to having a headache when it comes to managing multiple plans for multiple devices and making sure everyone in the family has a plan to suit their needs. Here are four great little tips to help you save on your household’s tech expenses: Bring back sharing. Score a great deal on your wireless services by sharing data and other features with your family. While there are lots of service options out there, a Rogers plan called Share Everything is the only one that let you add up to 10 wireless devices, including basic talk and text phones and tablets, so there’s an option for everyone in the family. Sharing a data bucket lets you meet everyone’s needs while maximizing your data usage. These plans include unlimited Canadawide talk and text, call display and voicemail for even more bang for your buck. Monitor usage. Avoid surprises on your monthly wirelessbill by regularly tracking your usage. Most providers have an app for that or you can log in to manage your account online. This is especially wise if you’re paying for your kids’ cell phones, particularly if they’re living away from home or regularly streaming music and videos. Trade up or trade in. Do you have cell phones and other gadgets collecting dust around the house? Trade them in for a new device or credit, or gift them to someone in the family to save money on your monthly wireless bill. Some companies offer savings to customers who add their own device to a plan. Ask your carrier if they have a BYOD discount to find out how much you can save. OPTIMIST CLUB OF BRYANSTON – BIRR STUDENTS Enter to Win Cash Prizes and Scholarships Optimist Essay Contest The Optimist Essay is 700 - 800 words on the topic: “How Dreams Lead to Success” Essay Rules and Entry Form http://www.optimist.org/Form/Essay_RULES_PAD-E_13-14.pdf PLEASE submit your completed essay and entry form to Michele Ivanouski (2252373) before January 15, 2014. Optimist Oratorical Contest Speak for 4-5 minutes on “How My Passions Impact the World” Oratorical Rules and Entry Form http://www.optimist.org/Form/Oratorical_RULES_PAD-E_13-14.pdf PLEASE submit your entry form to Michele Ivanouski (225-2373) before January 25, 2014. Space is limited so get your entries in early. The speaking contest will be held February 10, 2014 at the Bryanston Community Centre. The contests are designed to develop critical thinking skills. Cash prizes will be awarded to the local contest winners. At the district level $2500 scholarships are awarded by Optimist International. Entry forms and rules are available from the web sites listed above. Please note the local contest rules for language (English only) are more limiting than what is on the entry form rules. For more information contact Hadley McLean (461-1624), Michele Ivanouski (225-2373), Connie Ward (666-0954), or Dawn Lyons (666-3102). OPTIMIST’S “BRINGING OUT THE BEST IN KIDS” Royal Canadian Legion Branch 540 Lucan 136 Market Street Christmas Turkeys for the Food Bank Lucan Legion is collecting Foodland “Turkey Bucks” to aid in the purchase of turkeys for the Food Bank. Last year we purchased 3 – our goal this year is 5. Please consider donating your Turkey Bucks. PRESIDENT’S LEVEE JANUARY 1, 2014 from 1PM – 6PM Meat Draws, Lucky Squares The legion is open to the general public: DARTS every Monday night at 7:30pm in the upstairs hall new players welcome The Legion (downstairs) is open Thursdays 4pm-10pm and Saturdays 2pm to 8pm Come and check us out. Interested in becoming a member? Military service is NOT a requirement. We are now taking bookings for the upstairs hall for family parties, showers, meetings etc. For more information call the Legion at 519-227-4751 Or Gary Melvin at 519-227-1570 email – [email protected] Support your local legion OUR PLACE FAMILY RESTAURANT 163 Main Street Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 519-227-2000 Come visit us December 7th 2013 Will be Open for the Santa Claus Parade.. Let us warm you up with coffee, tea or hot chocolate Take out French Fries or Onion Rings for a snack while waiting for Santa Claus. Hungrier? Full menu will be available Do not forget we are open every Friday night until 7 pm Book Your Christmas Party or Special Event as low as $12.50 per person Hours Monday - Thursday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm Friday 6:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm COMMUNITY NEWS •December 2013 11 Lucan Skating Club News.... LUCAN SENIORS’ SUNSHINE CLUB Everyone welcome to play euchre or pepper to have a good social time. 1:15PM on Thursdays at the Lucan Community Centre 7:00PM on Tuesdays at Parkview Apartments (bid euchre) 10:00AM on Saturday mornings at Oasis Retirement (cribbage) Merry Christmas from Jamie, Heather & Ashley The holiday season will soon be upon us, and the Lucan Skating Club is gearing up for a busy month! Many of our intermediate and senior skaters are hard at work preparing for Test Day, which will take place at our club on Wednesday, December 4. These skaters have spent the last 2 months perfecting their dances, skills, freeskates, and interpretive solos. On Test Day, the skaters will be evaluated by a judge according to Skate Canada standards. Good luck to everyone who will be participating in Test Day! Santa Claus is coming to Lucan on December 7th, and some of our skaters will be joining him for the parade! One of our program assistants, Vanessa Willems, is organizing the Lucan Skating Club float, and all skaters and parents are invited to join in the fun! Please ask at the Greeter’s Table for more information. On December 16 and 18, we will mark the end of the fall skating season with a Christmas Celebration. Santa Claus will be out to skate with us, and keep an eye out for his friend Buddy the Elf, too! After the skate, the kids are all invited to share in a special treat… and if they’ve been good, there might even be something special for them in Santa’s sack! Call (519) 227-0100 for appointment 170 Main Street Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Maybe Santa will be leaving new skates under the tree for some children in our community? We welcome new skaters to join us in the new year! The skating season will be back up and running on Monday, January 6. We will be holding registration nights for new skaters on Monday, December 9 and Wednesday, December 11 from 5:30 – 7:00 at the arena. Give your children the gift of learning to skate! Whether they hope to pursue figure skating, play hockey, or simply join their friends for a recreational skate now and then, the coaches at the Lucan Skating Club will provide your children with the skills to enjoy this great Canadian pastime for years to come! For more information, please see our website at www.lucanskatingclub.com or email us at [email protected]. You can also feel free to come out and watch one of our CanSkate sessions to see what to expect, and talk to one of our skating parents at the Greeter’s Table if you have any questions. The Executive of the Lucan Skating Club would like to wish all our skaters and their families a magical Christmas season and a very happy 2014. We hope you all get a little downtime during the holidays, and maybe even find some time for a family skate! See you at the rink! Dawn Lyons Professional Writer & Editor Teen Consultant & Advocate ROAD APPLES REMOVAL Waste Management Roll-off bin service Shingles & construction materials Now OPEN at the Lucan Arena Beside Dressing Room # 1 Limited Hours Providing Skate Sharpening, Laces, Tape, Mouth Guards, And More Check out our website at www.ultimatehockeysource.com Also home to Integral Hockey Stick Repair “Don’t Throw it Away, Keep it in Play!” www.integralhockeynlondon.com 519-657-5325 [email protected] Box 473, Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 GIC Rates We provide our BEST rate! The FIRST time! 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years 1.97% 2.23% 2.36% 2.55% 2.8% TFSA at 1.55% fully redeemable Personal & Corporate Clients Welcome Call Mary at 519.667.0555 Today www.marykeetch.com/gic Rates current at time of submission November 15, 2013 Source: www.gicinvest.net Mutual funds provided through FundEX Investments Inc. COMMUNITY NEWS • December 2013 12 Community Partners Lucan District Lions Club Lucan Irish Jr Hockey Club 1st Lucan Scout & Guide Group Lucan Masonic Hall Corporation Ailsa Craig & Area Thrift Store Lucan Seniors Sunshine Club Ailsa Craig & District Lions Club Lucan Skating Club Ailsa Craig Quilt Festival Lucan Soccer Association Bryanston-Birr Optimist Club Lucan United Church Community Bible Church Middlesex London Health Unit Community Home Child Care Monte McNaughton, MPP Middlesex Branch Optimist Club of Lucan Craigwiel Gardens - Ailsa Craig Perth Middlesex Early Years Centre Crest Support Services Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 540 Family Service Thames Valley Service Canada Friends of Ye Olde Towne Hall, Ailsa Craig South Huron Big Brothers Big Sisters Granton Lions Club St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church Granton-Wesley United Church Township of Lucan Biddulph Holy Trinity Anglican Church Vanier Children’s Services Living Hope Church Lucan & District Co-op Nursery School VON – Middlesex-Elgin Branch Lucan Area Heritage & Donnelly Museum Wilberforce Public School Parent Council Women’s Rural Resource Centre Corporate Sponsors A Second Breath First Aid, CPR Training & Swim School Mounika Drug Mart (Lucan Drug Mart) 34701 Creamery Road Ailsa Craig, ON Telephone 519-293-1023 180 Main Street Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone: 519-227-4792 Active Chiropractic & Massage Therapy Nature’s Wonder Wheatgrass Juice Co. 13245 Ilderton Road Ilderton, ON N0M 2A0 Telephone: 519-666-3993 24126 Richmond Street, R.R.#2 London, ON N5X 4B2 Telephone: 519-227-0838 Atman Yoga New Orleans Pizza Dann’s Screen & More Oasis Retirement Home Dave’s Computer Service RR#2 Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone 519-227-1925 Our Place Family Restaurant 3-655 Wonderland Road South London, ON N6K 1M1 Telephone: 519-473-8247 FITNESS & HEALING...as you like it 14578 Ilderton Road Ilderton, ON N0M 2A0 Telephone: 519-666-1712 Haskett Funeral Homes Ltd 223 Main Street Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone: 519-227-4211 Independent Planning Group Steve Leis 30 Picton Street London, ON N6B 2L8 Telephone: 519-666-2689 Just in Time Solutions P.O. Box 546 Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone: 519-227-2241 K & C Renovations 33993 Saintsbury Line Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone: 519-227-0004 K & K Towing & Automotive Repair 6921 Fallon Drive Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone: 519-227-0500 Ken Curtis Mechanical Services 33440 Roman Line Lucan, Ontario N0M 2J0 519-227-4387 Lucan Lanes 252 Butler Street Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone 519-227-4236 Lines by Lyons Bryanston, ON The Loney Group Real Estate 176 Main Street Lucan, Ontario N0M 2J0 Telephone 519-227-4777 MB Tax & Accounting 174 Main Street Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone: 519-871-1526 Mary Keetch Financial Services Group FundEX Investments Inc. 717 Richmond Street, Suite 300 London ON N6A 1S2 Telephone: 519-667-0555 166 Main Street Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone: 519-227-1999 Community Events – December 2013 December 6 “Free Skating” Lucan Optimist Club, 4-5PM, Lucan Memorial Community Centre December 7 “Lucan Santa Claus Parade” 6:00PM sharp December 9 -11 “Registration – New Skaters” Lucan Skating Club, 5:30-7:00PM Lucan Arena December 13 “Free Skating” Lucan Optimist Club, 4-5PM, Lucan Memorial Community Centre December 13 “Christmas Musical – Finding Joy” 7:00PM, Community Bible Church, Ilderton December 13 “Youth Dance” Grades 5-8, 6:30-9PM Lucan Legion, $5.00 admission December 14 “Christmas Musical – Finding Joy” 7:00PM, Community Bible Church, Adelaide St. & #7 Highway December 15 “Christmas Musical – Finding Joy” 3:00PM, Community Bible Church, Adelaide St. & #7 Highway December 15 “Annual Community Carol Sing And Church Service” 2:00PM, Lucan United Church December 20 “Free Skating” Lucan Optimist Club, 4-5PM, Lucan Memorial Community Centre December 22 “Candlelight Service” 10:30AM, Living Hope Church December 24 “Joint Christmas Eve Service” 7:00PM, Holy Trinity Anglican and St. James Clandeboy Held at Holy Trinity Anglican Church December 25 “Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays” December 27 “Free Skating” Lucan Optimist Club, 4-5PM, Lucan Memorial Community Centre 139 Main St. Lucan N0M 2J0 782 Richmond St. London N6A 3H5 Ph: 519-667-1700 163 Main Street Lucan, ON N0M 2J8 Telephone: 519-227-2000 Renew Day Spa 169 Main Street Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone: 519-227-0978 Round the Back Laundry Mat -Baby Time- Stonetown Financial Services A program for Parents/Caregivers and babies 0–1 year old. Program focuses on infants, but siblings up to 6 years old are welcome. Limited activities for siblings. 176 Rear Main Street Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone: 519-227-1824 293 Queen Street West St. Marys, ON Telephone: 519-284-4448 Thyme For You Natural Healing Solutions 22652 Hyde Park Road Ilderton, ON N0M 2A0 Telephone: 519-963-8319 Timmermans Electric Company Inc. RR#3 33686 Roman Line Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone: 519-227-4419 Urbshott-Galloway Insurance Brokers 164 Main Street, P.O. Box 398 Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone: 519-227-4881 Ultimate Hockey Source P.O. Box 78 Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 [email protected] www.integralhockeylondon.com Telephone: 519-227-4181 Welcome Wagon 10060 Jennison Crescent Grand Bend, ON N0M 1T0 Telephone: 519-238-8048 What On Earth Photos P.O. Box 123, Ailsa Craig, ON N0M 1A0 www.whatonearthphotos.ca Wilberforce Culinary School Main Street Lucan, ON N0M 2J0 Telephone: 519-227-2201 Lucan Community Centre Thursdays 9:30 – 11:30 am TOPICS: Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. 5 12 19 26 Poison Prevention Travelling With Baby Holiday Fun Closed A Public Health Nurse is available alternate weeks to provide support for parent questions; Well Baby and Breastfeeding support. Free Drop-In Playgroup Monday Mornings- 9:30-11:00am Lucan Community Centre ~ ~ ~ ~ Perth Middlesex Satellite Ilderton ▪ Lucan Thorndale ▪ Komoka Office: 40 Heritage Dr, Ilderton Call (519) 666-3227 All services are FREE! Ontario Early Years Centres provide free services to families and caregivers of children 0 - 6 years old. Playgroups � Workshops Die Cutter � Parenting Books www.pcfk.on.ca Sponsored by County of Middlesex and Municipality of Lucan Biddulph