Catch live music every Saturday downtown Kingsville for Open Streets! We have another great lineup for you this week. We’ve got Silas Tracey, the Myskow Brothers, and Paying Cash to entertain you. Come find our stage on the Four Corners at the intersection of Main Street and Division Street! Bring your […]
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The Communities in Bloom Judges are Coming to the Town of Kingsville
The Town of Kingsville is participating in the 28th Edition of Communities in Bloom (CiB) in the Class of Champions Medium category. We will be rated from 1 to 5 Blooms, based on the scoring obtained. We will also aim to obtain Bronze, Silver or Gold levels in our 5-Bloom rating. Kingsville’s […]
Art Scoop on Nancy Platsko: My Passion for Art
My journey in art began like so many others, in childhood, drawing and colouring whatever looked amazing. ln my case, it was animals and dinosaurs. When I got older, I moved to the Windsor-Essex County area. I wanted to pursue my love of art so I took a class from […]
Kingsville Music Society Looks Back on Evening with Jamie Warren
The Kingsville Music Society kicked off their Touring Troubadours Concert Series last Thursday with a performance from Jamie Warren. Jamie is generally regarded as the most awarded independent country artist in Canada. As the sun was setting over Mettawas Park Gazebo, Jamie enchanted the crowd with his incredible songwriting and […]
Touring Troubadours: Jody Raffoul Band to Perform on July 14
Nothing compares to Thursday nights in Kingsville. Live music + great company = good vibes. And it’s all free! The Jody Raffoul Band takes the stage at Mettawas Park Gazebo for another unforgettable evening this Thursday! We hope to see you there. The oldest son of first generation immigrants, Jody […]
Movies in the Park! Tonight We’re Showing Jumanji (1995)
We are ready to show the movie Jumanji (1995) tonight at Lakeside Park Lower Bowl. Plus 2nd Scouts of Kingsville will be selling popcorn and drinks! This Outdoor Movie Series is a free community event put on by the Town of Kingsville. We will rotate locations between the lower bowl of […]
Live Music at Open Streets by Kingsville Music Society on July 9
The Kingsville Music Society is thrilled to present live music at Open Streets in downtown Kingsville every week all summer long. We have an exciting lineup in store for you this week. You can find the Kingsville Music Society stage on the Four Corners at the intersection of Main Street and […]
Special Meeting of Council: GLIA Summit Roundtable Discussion
Special Meeting of Council: Roundtable Discussion for 2022 Great Lakes Islands Alliance Summit The Township of Pelee is hosting a roundtable discussion on the 2022 GLIA Summit. It will take place on Monday, July 11, 2022 at 2 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 403. The focus of this […]
Kingsville Music Society Presents Touring Troubadour Jamie Warren on July 7
Introducing Touring Troubadours—a weekly concert series every Thursday evening this summer The Kingsville Music Society has your Thursdays covered this summer with a weekly Concert Series in a beautiful outdoor setting. Join us on July 7 at Mettawas Park Gazebo as Canadian singer-songwriter Jamie Warren kicks off our Touring Troubadours […]
ASK – Art In Motion June 29th to July 17th 2022
#ForTheLoveOfParks Campaign Builds Groundswell of Support
#ForTheLoveOfParks campaign builds groundswell of support from conservation organizations across Ontario There’s a good chance that in the past year, you have ventured out at least once to enjoy the fresh air and the beauty of the changing seasons in Ontario’s parks and natural spaces. There’s also a good chance […]
Art Scoop: Award-winning Artist Lynda Moffatt Is Inspired by Wildlife
Award-winning international artist and wildlife advocate Lynda Moffatt is inspired by wildlife and the lands they call home. She grew up on a Southwestern Ontario horse farm and eventually became a third-generation artist. Using acrylics and oils with a stylized realism, Lynda has divided much of her work into her Avian […]
Hope Air and Porter Airlines Announce Renewed Partnership
TORONTO, June 15, 2022 /CNW/ – Hope Air, Canada’s national charity, supporting families and children in need who must travel for vital medical care, and Porter Airlines announced today a new partnership to strengthen Hope Air’s mission and service. As part of this partnership, Porter is providing free travel vouchers for Hope Air patients travelling […]
June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day — Do You Know the Signs?
June 15 is the United Nations World Elder Abuse Awareness Day In 2019, there were 14,156 senior victims of police-reported violence in Canada. One-third (32%) of senior victims were victimized by a family member, representing 4,518 victims. Family violence against seniors that came to the attention of police was most […]
Art Scoop: Toni Wells’ Artistic Journey
When I was young, my grandmother vividly described details and colours, textures, smells, and sensations of what she saw on her travels. I was entranced. It was so easy to imagine being there with her. As an adult, I realized that I inherited many of her creative skills, including her […]
Environment Week Launches Commitment to Biodiversity Protection
Canadian Environment Week was established in 1971 to celebrate Canada’s environmental accomplishments and to encourage Canadians to contribute to conserving and protecting their environment. These days, the news about our environment can sometimes be disheartening. Many beloved species and natural spaces and systems are under threat from human activity. In […]
Celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee
I can’t believe that in 1952, the year I was born, Queen Elizabeth II had her coronation and became the Queen of England! She has put her country first and has upheld her oath for 70 years. She is the longest reigning monarch in history. I, like many Canadians, have […]
Kingsville Holds Canada Day Colouring Contest for Ages 4-12
The Town of Kingsville is holding a Canada-themed colouring contest for youth ages 4-12. The colouring contest begins June 1, 2022, and runs through to June 24, 2022. Get your kids excited about Canada Day by picking up colouring pages at local businesses or downloading and printing the package from […]
Movies in the Park Start Friday, June 3, 2022
The Town of Kingsville is excited to launch a free Outdoor Movies Series called “Movies in the Park” this Friday, June 3, 2022, at Ridgeview Park, 124 Fox Street. Join the fun as we show Pixar’s “Up.” This Outdoor Movie Series is a free community event put on by the […]
Essex County Library and ERCA Partner Up for 111 Trees Program
Join Essex County Library and Essex Region Conservation Authority for a virtual hands-on tree planting with tips from ERCA staff. The form was made available on Saturday, May 7 so you can reserve your native seedling. On Saturday, May 14 you’ll be able to pick up your seedling. Our video […]
Travellers Using Toronto’s Pearson Airport Cautioned to Leave Extra Early
If you’re soon planning to travel out of Toronto’s Pearson International Airport, you may want to leave much earlier than usual. Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) has cautioned travellers that they should plan to be at the airport at least two hours in advance of domestic flights and three […]
Investing Rules of the Road
Your investment goals are as unique as the route you take to reach them. But regardless of your course, I believe these 10 “rules of the road” can help you get where you want to be. 1. Develop your strategy Your financial professional gets to know you – your long-term […]
Year of the Garden Celebration Welcomes 200 Attendees
The Town of Kingsville’s Communities in Bloom (CIB) Committee was pleased to see over 200 people attending their Year of the Garden Celebration on Sunday, May 1, 2022. Participants learned how to make sweetgrass braids, nature crafts and solitary bee houses. There were presentations on forest bathing, the trees of […]
Let Your Grass Grow During ‘No Mow May’
You’ve likely seen posts here and there informing of the benefits of letting your grass grow through the month of May. This environmental movement known as No Mow May which launched in the United Kingdom in 2019 is gaining momentum in towns and cities across Canada and the United States. […]
Point Pelee National Park’s 2022 Festival of Birds Takes Flight
The 2022 Festival of Birds highlights the wonders of the marsh with special programs and our bird of the year, the Green Heron. Point Pelee National Park and the Friends of Point Pelee invite you to celebrate spring migration at the 2022 Festival of Birds from April 30 to May […]
It’s Time to Do Some Financial Spring Cleaning
Spring is here and for many that means a fresh beginning and the time to spruce things up. This year, as you tidy up your home and surroundings, why not also consider some financial spring cleaning? Here are a few ideas for getting your financial house in order: “De-clutter” your […]
Arts Society of Kingsville Presents:
New Children’s Book Series Tackles Growing Issue of Childhood Anxiety
Last summer while out for a walk, author Lynn McLaughlin called her niece Amber Raymond on a whim. “Hi hon. How would you like to write a children’s book series with me?” Amber was just about to graduate with her Master of Social Work degree and, as a lifelong educator, Lynn […]
Over the Lake: When There Is No ‘Away’ to Throw It
Everything that comes to and leaves Pelee Island does so at great cost. By ferry, plane or personal watercraft — everything consumed or wasted has to come and go somehow. The actual cost of wasting things on the island cannot be fully understood unless the cost of producing the thing […]
Kingsville Celebrates The Year of the Garden with Free May Event
The Town of Kingsville announces “Celebrate 2022 – The Year of the Garden” with a free community event on Sunday, May 1, 2022. Organized by the Town’s Communities in Bloom Committee, this family-friendly event honours our rich natural heritage, promotes environmental stewardship, and highlights our shared love of gardening. In […]
Flair Airlines Announces Windsor-Montreal and Windsor-Halifax Routes
Flair Airlines, Canada’s low-fare airline, has announced expanded service to Windsor International Airport. In addition to the recently announced route to Tucson, Arizona, Flair will be adding two new routes to Halifax Stanfield International Airport and Montreal-Trudeau International Airport. Twice-weekly service to Montreal begins on July 7 while twice-weekly service to […]
Kingsville Announces Spring Programming for Pre-school Children
The Town of Kingsville is excited to offer programming for preschool-aged children this spring, including: Lil’ Sprouts Discovery Squad – Lil’ Artist: Let your child experience the fun of arts and crafts while developing fine motor skills and socializing with other children. Lil’ Sprouts Discovery Squad – Lil’ Movers: Get up and […]
Mayor’s Easter Egg Hunt Returns April 16, 2022
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce the annual Mayor’s Easter Egg Hunt returns to Lakeside Park on Saturday, April 16, 2022. This holiday activity is a classic Kingsville tradition and fun for all ages. From 10 am to noon, kids can participate in crafts and have pictures taken […]
Town Introduces New Program – Kingsville Painter’s Guild
The Town of Kingsville is excited to introduce a new art program called “the Kingsville Painter’s Guild.” The Painters Guild is an open-format, non-instructional program for professional and amateur artists. Paint and draw in a quiet group setting, concentrating on still-life, portrait and figurative subjects. Following the session, enjoy peer […]
RRSP or TFSA: Which One Makes Sense for You?
At first glance, many investors are left wondering whether they should invest in a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) or an Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Both offer tax advantages, but deciding which account is more appropriate for you depends on your goals, risk tolerance and time frame. TFSA and RRSP […]
Turn Out Your Lights for Earth Hour 2022 on March 26
Earth Hour 2022 takes place from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 26. Earth Hour was founded by World Wildlife Fund (WWF) in Sydney, Australia in 2007. It has evolved far beyond its grassroots beginnings. Last year, millions of people around the globe switched off their lights to show support […]
Canada Supports New Affordable Homes in Windsor and Essex County
Everyone in Canada deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. The COVID-19 crisis has made it clear that affordable housing is key to Canada’s recovery, in communities across the country, including those in Windsor and Essex County. Today the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and […]
Essex County Library Lending Ontario Provincial Parks Passes
Ontario Provincial Parks Passes are once again available for loan from the Essex County Library! You’ll be able to place a hold online or stop by one of our branches. These permits allow unlimited day use access for one vehicle and its occupants to all provincial parks in Ontario where […]
It’s Daylight Saving Time Again
Daylight Saving Time comes around again this weekend. Time to spring forward! Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, March 13, 2022 at 2 a.m. Move that hour hand on to 3 a.m. Fortunately you won’t have to reset most of your computers, phones and other […]
Unplanned Career Transitions: Some Things to Consider
What does an unplanned career transition mean for you? It is not an easy task to be faced with an unplanned career transition, such as a facility closure or the financial downturn many businesses are experiencing as the pandemic evolves. Layoff, early retirement, and furlough are different outcomes that can […]
Ontario Takes Further Action to Protect the Great Lakes
Province investing $1.9 million to improve the health of the Great Lakes TORONTO — The Ontario government is supporting projects that help communities protect and improve the health of the Great Lakes by investing an additional $1.9 million in the Great Lakes Local Action Fund. “We all have a role to […]
Forests Ontario’s Annual Conference Celebrates Forest Sector Champions
Ontario Power Generation receives Green Legacy Award Group of Ten Tree Marking Program Founders recognized with Forests Ontario Award Ontario [February 10, 2022] – Forests Ontario’s 8th Annual Conference is bringing together more than 800 landowners, forestry professionals, Indigenous leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, and students from across the country and around […]
Steve Hounsell Speaks to Need for Biodiversity & Ecological Sustainability
Forests Ontario’s Virtual Annual Conference February 9-11, 2022 [January 18, 2022] – Steve Hounsell, ardent advocate for biodiversity conservation and ecological sustainability, will deliver the keynote presentation at Forests Ontario’s Annual Conference, Strength in Biodiversity, a virtual event to be held February 9-11, 2022. Hounsell will highlight the importance of […]
Ontario Launches New Preview Sites for Online Courses
Internet Connectivity Now Completed at All Publicly Funded Schools TORONTO — The Ontario government is expanding access to high-quality online learning courses for secondary school students through partnerships with school boards, TVO and TFO. Starting February 1, secondary school students will be able to preview online course content at www.ontariocoursepreview.ca. The […]
5 Smart Options for Your Tax Refund
You may not get much of a thrill from filing your taxes, but the process becomes much more enjoyable if you’re expecting a refund. So, if one is headed your way, what should you do with the money? Here are five smart strategies for your tax refund. 1) Pay down […]
Filing Your Income Tax and Benefit Return on Paper
Remember to file by the deadline to avoid interruptions and delays to your benefit and credit payments including the Canada child benefit, GST/HST credit, related provincial and territorial benefit programs, child disability benefit, or guaranteed income supplement. If you filed on paper last year, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will […]
One-woman Show Takes on the Art World
Lory MacDonald Productions is taking Artfest online Artfest is going online, and it’s going national. Lory MacDonald has produced the art show series in Ontario for years, introducing artists, artisans and crafters to buyers who appreciate high-quality handmade creations. Show cancellations during the pandemic have left both sides of the […]
Over the Lake: YPT to YQG Winter on Pelee Island
It is a common misconception that once the last ferry sails for the season in December that those living on Pelee Island year round are island-bound with no provisions or connection to the outside world until the ferry begins its daily treks across the lake again in the spring. For […]
Ontario Takes Action to Support Staffing Access in Schools
Expanded Access to Retired Teachers to Support In-person Learning TORONTO — On January 10, 2022 Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, issued the following statement on Ontario’s agreement with the Ontario Teachers’ Federation (OTF) to nearly double the number of days a retiree can work: “We are seeing staff shortages impacting all […]
Ontario Accelerating Boosters for Education and Child Care Staff
Dedicated COVID-19 Booster Clinics for Education and Child Care Staff Will Help Improve Access On January 06, 2022 Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, issued the following statement on additional measures and supports to protect children, staff, and families as Ontario responds to the Omicron variant: “As part of our government’s […]
Ontario Increasing Minimum Wage to $15 an Hour
Ontario Working for Workers by Increasing Minimum Wage to $15 an Hour More than 760,000 workers will benefit from bigger paycheques TORONTO — As part of its plan to grow an economy that works for everyone, the Ontario government has raised the general minimum wage to $15.00 per hour starting January […]
What are Your Financial Resolutions for 2022?
As you know, 2021 was full of challenges. We were still feeling the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic when supply chains shut down and inflation heated up. So, if you’re like many people, you might not be sorry to see the year come to a close. But now it’s time […]
Holiday Hours for Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre
Please be advised that the Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre will be closed over the holidays, from December 25, 2021, to January 3, 2022, so that Town staff and Arts Society of Kingsville volunteers can spend time with their loved ones. The building will reopen on Wednesday, January 5, 2022. […]
Donating to a Charity That Reflects Your Values
The holidays are a great time of year to review the goals you have when it comes to the organizations and charities you support. If you are new to charitable giving or would like to begin, there are some important considerations. Steps to consider Identify your values. What key issues, […]
Holiday Classic Showcases Acting Chops of Kingsville’s Les McDonald
If there is one thing you can count on at this time of year, it’s the return of the holiday television classics. Whether you’re a fan of the old black and whites of the 1940s, the kiddie favourites of the 1950s and 60s, or the more recent holiday fare, it’s […]
Financial Checklist for Newer Parents
If you’re a new parent, or even if you’ve been one for a little while, you’re no doubt filled with the many joys your child brings you. But as caught up as you are with the feelings and experiences of today, you also need to think about the future — […]
Key West Chronicles: Vol. 1
Hello again Friends, I hope this finds you well. You’ll be pleased to know I haven’t starved, as it has been quite some time since my last restaurant review. I’ve eaten very well indeed. I think though, moving forward, you all have listened to me chew — so to speak […]
Over the Lake: Pelee Island Pheasant Hunts Return
The nearly century-old tradition of fall pheasant hunting returned to Pelee Island this fall. After a brief hiatus in 2020 due to COVID-19, the Township of Pelee committed to three Main Hunts and four Clean Up Hunts in October and November of 2021. Pheasants were introduced to the island by […]
New Release Commemorates Kingsville Airman, Others Lost in WWII
Failed to Return: Canada’s Bomber Command Sacrifice in the Second World War is a collection of essays about Canadians in the Royal Air Force Bomber Command during WWII. In Failed to Return, author Keith C. Ogilvie tells stories of heroism and tragedy from Canada’s Bomber Command while offering insight into the […]
Balancing Fun and Finances
Unless you have unlimited financial resources, you’ll need to think carefully about your saving, investing and spending decisions. But does that mean you need to deny yourself some fun? It might seem that way, given your other priorities. You may already be contributing considerable amounts to two important goals: retirement […]
The Great Migration Paint Out: Part of 52nd Annual Migration Festival
The Great Migration Paint Out, a part of the Kingsville Migration Festival, challenged artists to paint en plein air and complete at least one canvas in under four days. The 2nd annual Great Migration Paint Out saw great success, despite blustery weather. The event was a part of the 52nd Kingsville […]
Forests Ontario Plants 2.8 Million Trees This Planting Season
34 million trees planted across Ontario through the 50 Million Tree Program since 2008 Not-for-profit charity Forests Ontario facilitated the planting of 2.8 million trees through its 50 Million Tree Program (50 MTP) this planting season. These efforts created approximately 1,400 ha of new forest, contributing to the total 17,100 […]
Kingsville Writer Gord Grisenthwaite Shortlisted for Governor General’s Literary Awards
Founded in 1936, the Governor General’s Literary Awards are among Canada’s oldest and most prestigious prizes. Kingsville writer Gord Grisenthwaite received some wonderful news October 14, 2021 when he learned that his novel “Home Waltz” has been shortlisted in the fiction category for the prestigious Governor General’s Literary Awards for 2021. […]
Art Scoop: Johnnie Dutton’s Extraordinary Views of Ordinary Things
Dancing on the Water GrungeArt Glow — Peregrine Falcon Marriage in White Master — The Owl and the Butterfly Images by Johnnie Dutton Poster by Rose Marie Roach and Candace Anderson
Over the Lake: Harvest Time on Pelee Island
Pelee Island is a place that defies expectations on varying levels. When people arrive on Pelee Island for the very first time in the fall, they don’t expect to see acres of farms, row upon row of grapes, and tractor trailers full with the season’s haul sleepily boarding the ferry […]
Art Scoop: Michael O’Hara’s Kingsville in Black & White
Me, just an amateur photographer who happens to love black and white images. This affair goes way back to my film days wandering the Rockies looking for subjects of interest with lots of contrast. Arriving in Kingsville from Calgary four years back, I was struck with how accommodating the region […]
Heritage Advisory Committee’s October Photo Contest Makes History a Snap
The Town of Kingsville’s Heritage Advisory Committee invites you to ‘Make History a Snap!’ with the Heritage Photo Contest from now through October 31, 2021. Celebrate Kingsville’s rich history and help our Committee build a library of images highlighting our Town’s stunning architecture, properties and historic sites. “We are excited […]
Carnegie Kids Watercolour Classes by Ed Roach Began October 2
Carnegie Kids Watercolour Classes by Ed Roach Saturdays from 1 – 2:30 p.m. Phone Ed at (519) 564- 1353 Arts Society of Kingsville 28 Division Street South Kingsville
Register Now for Carnegie Kids Art Club
Here’s an opportunity for your children ages 9 to 12 to explore the world of art! Pre-register at the Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre or Call Ann Ducharme 519 – 971 – 4569 ~ Poster produced by Rose Marie Roach and Candace Anderson
The Right Emotions Can Be Useful in Investing
You may have heard that it’s important to take the emotions out of investing. But is this true for all emotions? Certainly, some emotions can potentially harm your investment success. Consider fear. If the financial markets are going through a down period — which is actually a normal part of […]
Art Scoop: The Great Migration Paint Out & Migration Sensation
Written by Layne van Loo, Rose Marie Roach, Catherine Johnson and Candace Anderson It’s fall in Essex County! Come and paint outdoors, En Plein Air, or come and experience Kingsville’s Annual Migration Festival. Enjoy Kingsville’s restaurants, wineries, Victorian charm, lakefront parks and Kingsville’s newest Art Gallery, the Carnegie Arts & […]
Crafty Nest Studio Is Opening a Free Little Art Gallery
Hello! My name is Lisa and I am owner of The Crafty Nest Studio in beautiful downtown Kingsville, Ontario. We teach art and craft classes to mostly children but adults too. I have been inspired by a recent trip to Port Elgin and the Free Little Art Gallery there to […]
Music Society: Supporting the Arts One Student at a Time
The Kingsville Music Society offers scholarships to high school graduates pursuing a career in the creative field. “We’re all encouraged when we are little to draw, paint and sing and then as we get older you hear ‘You’ll never make a living doing that!’ But you know what, you can […]
A Little Music and a Little Vaccine at Seacliff Park’s Amphitheatre
A Little Music and a Little Vaccine We’re vaccinating concertgoers at the SUNSET® Amphitheatre in Leamington on Saturday, September 4 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. If you’re heading to Seacliff Park to watch Jody Raffoul and the Brandy Alexanders, you can get your 1st or 2nd dose of the […]
Art Scoop: Arts Society of Kingsville Presents Oil & Water
Layne van Loo, Elaine Guitar-van Loo and Ed Roach have teamed up to create the exhibit “Oil & Water” from September 8th to September 27th. These three established professional artists go back 40 years together. Meeting in Windsor at various artistic events, they stayed in contact and connected at various […]
School Reopening Recommendations from Windsor-Essex County Health Unit
Nicole Dupuis, Chief Executive Officer of the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) has issued the following recommendations concerning the reopening of schools: “Due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases in Windsor and Essex County, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has strongly recommended to local school boards and private schools, […]
Financial Strategies to Save for Your Children’s Education
One important financial goal you might have is saving for your children’s post-secondary education. But this is likely not your only financial goal and it is often difficult to prioritize and consider your complete financial picture. Discussing with your financial advisor all of your financial goals will help you work […]
Over the Lake: Pelee Island Heritage Centre Welcomes Visitors Again
The Pelee Island Heritage Centre on Pelee Island has been closed to the public since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in April 2020. The keeper of near and distant island history reopened its doors to visitors on August 9, 2021. The HC, as it is commonly called, sits directly […]
St. Clair College Requires Vaccines on Campus: First Dose by Sept. 7
St. Clair College will be requiring staff and students to have had their first dose of a Health Canada or World Health Organization approved COVID-19 vaccine before September 7, 2021 which is when classes begin. A second dose of the vaccine must be received within the required minimum period. Staff […]
Come on Out for Kingsville’s Culture Day on Saturday, September 25
This is an outdoor event. All COVID-19 protocols will be in place and encouraged by participants and guests. It’s a FREE event for everyone! If you are an artist, author, musician, performer, etc. and would like to participate please contact us! If you are a local business that would like […]
Greater Essex County District School Board’s COVID-19 Guidance FAQs
This direction will be re-evaluated regularly and, where required, updated based on public health advice throughout the 2021-2022 school year. Will staff and students need to provide proof of vaccination when they return to school? The Ministry of Education has indicated that vaccinations will not be mandated for staff or students, but they are strongly recommended for all eligible […]
Kingsville Music Society Held Their Outdoor Event on August 14
The Kingsville Music Society hosted an evening of music at the Carnegie Arts and Visitor Centre on August 14 2021. The organization had previously been named the Sun Parlour Folk Music Society. They have presented concerts in August for many years, until COVID-19 put a stop to that. Now, as the […]
Province Aids in Implementing Schools’ Vaccination Clinics
School Vaccination Program Will Help Province Combat Delta Variant As Students Return to Class this Fall TORONTO — The Ontario government is working with public health units and publicly funded school boards to plan and host vaccination clinics in or nearby schools to continue to fight COVID-19. Clinics are expected […]
Art Scoop: ASK Steps Up With Kids’ Activities, Gallery Show and Classes
A major arts story is continuing to develop in Kingsville! The Arts Society of Kingsville (ASK) has been collaborating with the town to exhibit and teach on the first floor of the beautiful Carnegie Arts & Visitor Center, 28 Division Street South. We so appreciate the support of the town […]
Cancelled Kingsville Folk Festival Becomes Free Celebration of Music
The Kingsville Music Society is excited to present a free, all-ages outdoor concert experience August 14, 2021 — the former festival weekend — at the Carnegie Arts and Visitor Centre, 28 Division Street South, Kingsville, Ont. Gates open at 5 p.m. There is limited seating due to COVID-19, so attendees […]
Art Scoop: ASK Member Astrid Tobin
Astrid Tobin is an accomplished mosaic and fused glass artist, producing intriguing, beautiful and whimsical mosaic and fused glass art, jewelry, yard creations and more. Here is part of Astrid’s wonderfully rich art story: “I grew up in a large family where we just gravitated toward creative activities … everything […]
Over the Lake: Pelee Island — The Digital Desert In Your Backyard
While unplugging may be part of what makes Pelee Island a real escape for visitors, lack of internet and, somedays, cell service leaves residents and business owners woefully behind in a digitally connected world. Most find short-term solutions through unlimited data plans but those plans can be costly, deliver throttled-down […]
Personal Finance: Look Past These Life Insurance Myths
Most people recognize the need for life insurance — but many still don’t have any, or have the wrong type for their needs, or just don’t have enough. Why? People offer a variety of rationales for remaining uninsured or under-insured. But these reasons may just be myths. Here are a few […]
New Pilot Project Permitting Golf Cars on Pelee Island
(PELEE ISLAND, ON) -On Tuesday, July 27, 2021, a new pilot project regulation under the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) to permit the use of golf cars on Pelee Island came into effect. The Township of Pelee Island has approved By-laws governing the operation of golf cars on the island. The Ten-year […]
Art Scoop: ASK Artist Constance Budd Creates the Best of Reality
Professional artist Constance Budd brings artwork commissions for private collections, creative charitable fundraising, limited edition prints and collectibles, plus more than 25 years as a high school Visual Arts teacher to the world. Constance notes: At age three I wanted to be a choreographer. I won my first prize in […]
Reminder to Off-road Vehicle Operators on Pelee Island
(PELEE ISLAND, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex County Detachment is reminding all off-road vehicle users to obey applicable laws and safety precautions when operating any off-road vehicle on roads on Pelee Island. In accordance with the Off-Road Vehicle Act, municipalities must have a by-law permitting certain All-Terrain Vehicle […]
Over the Lake: Remote COVID Vaccination Clinic Returns to Pelee
When most people in Southwestern Ontario think of a remote or isolated community, they think of Northern Ontario. Pelee Island is the most southern community in Canada and also happens to be isolated, without year-round road or marine access. While it is specifically the isolation many people seek, the gaps […]
Art Scoop: Stage 3 Happenings!
Get ready, Kingsville! Art is once more exploding in our community in a whole new way! The many artists/writers/poets/creatives of Arts Society of Kingsville have been waiting (somewhat impatiently) throughout the pandemic to celebrate Kingsville with their creative abilities. We were grateful to be able to start our community […]
Art Scoop: Outline of an Artist, ASK’s Petro Lopata
Over the years, I’ve worked in many fields, from logistics and materials handling, newspaper publishing and management, sustainability and recycling, graphic design for print and web, to literally working out on fields as a farmhand. All along this meandering track through diverse industries, I’ve had a strong desire to create art. […]
Over the Lake: Investment of $40 Million Hasn’t Improved Access to Pelee
Residents, tourism operators, farming operations, cottagers and visitors are scrambling to book passage to and from the mainland terminal in Leamington due to extremely limited ferry capacity. A staffing issue at Owen Sound Transportation Company, on top of COVID-19 restrictions, are cited as the specific reasons for the service reduction. […]
First-time Homebuyer? Follow These Steps
Is homeownership a goal of yours? It does offer some benefits, in addition to meeting your basic need for shelter. The equity you build in your home can be a valuable financial asset, and you may get to deduct your interest payments on your taxes. But if you’re a first-time homebuyer, what steps should […]
Art Scoop: ASK Member Isabelle West’s Fantasy, Feathers and Flowers
To me, there has always been a comfort in creating. It soothes my ruffled feathers, calms and nourishes my soul and provides an avenue of expression which I find difficult to convey otherwise. Drawing and colouring were my favourite pastimes growing up. My mother cultivated beautiful gardens that often became […]
Over The Lake: Farmers Market and Theatre Production Return to Pelee
Pelee Island is known for some unusual spaces and historical holdovers from yesteryear. Did you know that the Island also has an acoustically perfect natural limestone amphitheatre? Exposed natural limestone shale lines a defunct quarry and provides the backdrop for an eclectic art, music and spoken word series known as […]
Art Scoop: ASK Member Pavlo Lopata Is Inspired by Beauty
At a very early age my curious nature led me into the field of visual art. When I was around seven or eight years old, I would often leaf through my mother’s Bible, adorned with engravings by the French artist Gustave Doré. I even began to draw copies from the […]
Over the Lake: Pelee Island Is For Sale
The “everywhere” real estate boom is more of a rumble on Pelee Island but it is still being felt. To the people trying to escape cities, green their lives and find their own beach, a remote island looks pretty good. A shortage of available inventory has driven prices up everywhere. But […]