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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
(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 […]
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 […]
(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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
How do you plan for your financial goals? You can start by answering these questions: What is your specific goal? What obstacle do you face in achieving this goal? How can you overcome this obstacle? Here are some examples of how to identify and set goals: Goal: Building sufficient retirement funds […]
What most people in Windsor and Essex County have experienced through extended lockdowns is the general state of affairs on Pelee Island. No big box stores, gyms or nail salons are closed because none have ever been opened. There are no little leagues or soccer pitches to shut down. Obtaining […]
COVID-19 has continued to turn everything upside down for students this year. Graduation will be a very different scenario than you may have been dreaming of. Maybe you won’t even get to graduate this year. We want to know about your experience. Or you might be the parent of a […]
If there is something that I enjoyed artistically growing up — it was actually dancing. The only hues that I knew were the colours of the rainbow, that grass was green and flowers red. How could I go wrong with that! I took art classes in grade school but I […]
The Township of Pelee is one of 405 municipalities to receive a Municipal Modernization Grant as part of a $125 million roll out of funds from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to help small and rural communities find opportunities to share resources and deliver services to taxpayers more […]
Good news for our seniors! Despite what you might read about the government “increasing the threshold” for seniors to qualify as low-income Ontario Drug Benefit Recipients this is actually a good thing! It is worded very poorly in the news release but what this does is allow more seniors living […]
My art journey began in a small duplex house on Curry Avenue in Windsor, Ontario. Recovering from scarlet fever, my reoccurring vision of the last image I saw before the fever took hold was of Black Beauty. If only I could have a horse! Knowing the impossibility of this wish, […]
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 […]
All are welcome to virtually join the Annual General Meeting for the Arts Society of Kingsville (ASK) on Thursday, April 29th at 7 p.m. We’ll be exploring strategies to advance arts and culture in our new “reality.” Our guest speaker Chad Riley is the Executive Director of the Leamington Arts […]
My initiation into the world of art began when I was in high school at W.F. Herman Secondary School, Windsor, where I opted to take Art as a subject. Mrs. Judy Bohonko introduced me to a new medium called watercolour painting. My first experience was the study and painting of […]
L to R: Tall Ship Festival Billboard designer Ann Ducharme, a student volunteer, Layne van Loo (upper face with outstretched arms), his wife Elaine van Loo (lower face), Catherine Johnson (brown-haired girl) and Paylin Pretli (balloon girl) The Arts Society of Kingsville is still ALIVE throughout the pandemic. The purpose […]
There’s certainly been plenty of volatility and uncertainty the past few months, but one aspect of your financial picture has probably remained stable: your need for insurance. Now might be a good time to review your overall insurance coverage to determine if you and your loved ones are well-protected. Of […]
My passion for art started as a young child in Halifax, Nova Scotia. My father was talented as an artist and started his own sign-painting business. I soaked up whatever I could in mastering my craft from his talents. I remember sitting on my Dad’s lap with my hand cradled […]
Meet Ann Ducharme, the present chairperson of the Arts Society of Kingsville who is also an outstanding artist. During the plunge into isolation required by the present pandemic, Ann created a sanctuary for herself in her art studio. The following is her story: I have been painting for as long […]
My first exposure to art occurred when I was about five years old. I met the boy across the street. Alex was a solitary soul and he drew the characters from the Archie comic books with exact precision. I was entranced and in awe as to how he could do […]
If you have decades to go until you retire, you don’t need to panic over volatile financial markets — you have plenty of time to regain lost ground and potentially achieve more growth in your investment portfolio. But what if you are nearing retirement or already retired? After all, you […]
For better or for worse, this past year has shaken almost every industry within our community. While some lay in ruins, and others are still holding on, many creators of online services and podcasts are thriving. The Sunday Night Army is a local podcast with international horizons. It’s a show […]
The University of Windsor Alumni Association presents events in honour of Black History Month. February 25, 2021 – 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Our Black Experience – Panel discussion. A distinguished panel of Black alumni share their life experiences of navigating life while Black in Canada. Join the conversation. The […]
A still from Historica Canada’s newly released Heritage Minute celebrating renowned jazz musician Oscar Peterson. When Oscar Peterson quit high school in the early 1940s to be a full-time jazz pianist, his father gave his blessing on one condition: that his son would “be the best.” Peterson rose to this […]
In 2021 we are all acutely aware of the value of the medical professionals who work to maintain our health. Even with the necessity of maintaining physical distancing, we have access to the services we need when we experience a health problem or emergency. We can phone or email our […]
Decision was made on the advice of public health officials February 11, 2021 Education TORONTO – Today, Stephen Lecce, Ontario’s Minister of Education, issued the following statement regarding March break: “In support of our collective efforts to keep schools safe, we are postponing March break until April 12-16, 2021. This […]
Hello readers, welcome to another edition of the Kingsville Times Tech Corner. In these most unusual times, we find ourselves trying to fill our social void with a vast array of activities. This might be binge-watching a new show on Netflix that your trusty friend has recommended. It could be […]
Introduction to Drawing and Painting I believe I inherited some of my ability to draw and paint from my grandfather. As a sideline, my grandfather painted some very large lettering and signs on barns. He had a curious mind and an insatiable quest for knowledge. I still have some of […]
Today’s retirees, and those of tomorrow, have had a sense of purpose their entire lives — and they don’t intend to give it up just because they’ll no longer be working full time. In fact, 55% of recent retirees said retirement is the time for “a new chapter in life,” […]
Our featured artist and member of the Arts Society of Kingsville is Val Read, a prolific visual artist, who is always looking to apply her outstanding artistic talent into new and different media using a variety of techniques. Here is Val’s story… A Drive along Hwy 6 As a young […]
Joe Chisholm’s son Vincent uses his dad’s Oculus Quest 2 headset Hello readers, local and afar, and welcome to the Kingsville Times Tech Corner with your tech guru Joe Chisholm. In this debut edition, we shall be strapping on a gadget enabling you to enter exotic places, to take part […]
Kingsville Rear Range Lighthouse and dwelling. Photograph courtesy Kingsville Historic Park Here is an old photograph of Kingsville’s lighthouse, dated 1926. This is a story that goes with it. You can find the story here as well. Kingsville Lighthouse Kingsville, Canada’s most southern town, was named after James King, its […]
January 7, 2021 TORONTO — As COVID-19 cases continue to rise at an alarming rate throughout the province, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, is extending certain measures to keep students, education staff, and residents of Northern Ontario safe. This […]
How can you assess your investment portfolio’s performance in 2020? The year was full of wild swings in the financial markets, so your own results may well have bounced around quite a bit, too. But you can still get a clear picture of how you did if you keep your […]
Happy New Year! COVID restrictions still prevent us from meeting as usual, so let us introduce you to another lively members of the organization. Meet Randy Bryan, our featured artist for this issue and a “member extraordinaire” of Arts Society of Kingsville. Why extraordinaire? Randy is an enthusiastic artist who […]
JAN. 4 RETURN TO SCHOOL UPDATE As we enter the new year teaching and learning for GECDSB students will resume on January 4, 2021, however things will be different. While school boards have been directed to have all students participate in remote learning from January 4 – 8 (elementary) and January 4 – 22 (secondary), […]
Whether you call him Father Christmas, Saint Nicholas, Kris Kringle or one of his many other aliases, we all know Santa Claus is a shrewd fellow. Even COVID-19 couldn’t stump him for long. Stopped in his tracks by a pandemic? No sir! If the children couldn’t come to Santa this […]
As the holidays approach, the school system is changing once again. Effective December 14, 2020, all Windsor-Essex elementary and secondary schools have returned to the online model, due to the alarming rise in case numbers in the area. More students, staff and civilians have contracted COVID-19, with new cases increasing […]
You’ve no doubt heard reports of personal data being stolen and used for financial fraud — anything from online shopping on your credit cards to actual theft from your financial accounts. This problem won’t go away anytime soon, but you can take steps to defend yourself. Here are a few […]
We Wish you a Merry Christmas (Ensemble) I’m a performer, choreographer, music theatre instructor, and I’m creating a free children’s virtual holiday concert in the hopes of spreading cheer to seniors and to the greater Windsor Essex community this holiday season! I’m a University of Windsor Bachelor of Arts (Music) grad, […]
This year has been very exciting for one of our group, Denise Sutherland. She entered Landscapes Canada, where artists were dropped in surprise locations and had four hours to paint a painting. Denise made it to the later stages of the competition and it was even aired on the television. […]
Those who have lived a long time have done a lot, seen a lot — and can teach us a lot. And that’s certainly true when it comes to investing. Consider some of the lessons you might learn from experienced investors: Regulate your emotions. In the investment world, there’s always something […]
Layne and Elaine van Loo. Photo by Catherine Johnson The first Great Migration Paint-OUT hosted in Kingsville turned out to be a huge success. Out of 30 paintings at the Grovedale Arts and Culture Event on October 18, seven were sold totaling $2,000 in sales! Sixteen artists were registered at […]
I answered the phone. It was a member of the Livesey family informing me that kids were stranded on the ice. My dad and I drove to the lake. There was a crowd and the Fire Department. I asked a friend, “What’s the story?” and he said, “They have three […]
Photo of Brett Humber by Joey Acott In early March of this year, Canada went into a protective lockdown as a response to the COVID-19 virus. This work stoppage affected many sectors, some drastically, notably the entertainment industry. Kingsville’s own, Brett Humber, owner and operator of Sound Foundry Studios had […]
This time of year, when brisk air greets you on a sunny morn, it promises a great day in the garden. Early-in-the day bird song provides background music. Who needs headphones filling one’s ears with bass and treble? This is still an opportune time to transplant perennials, to plant potted […]
Nico and Michael Gerenda at the end of a school day “There’s no wrong choice,” or “You do you.” These are words that have echoed throughout many parental social circles in the months leading up to the beginning of this school year. It’s true, there really was, and continues to […]
A smile unconsciously forms as I begin to write, just in the thinking of the glorious season we call fall. Many perennials shine forth like bright jewels in resplendent colours. Asters (Asteraceae), coneflowers (Echinacea), windflowers (Anenome) and black-eyed Susans (Rudbeckia hirta) come to mind. Annuals too, are holding court in […]
Host of CBC’s “Still Standing” Jonny Harris In the fall of 2019 Jonny Harris, along with his best friend Macy, full production crew, a team of writers and producers, arrived on Pelee Island to take a look at how the largest island in Lake Erie is “still standing.” Harris is […]
This photo is hard to believe! This is the beach at Lakeside Park in the fall of 1993. The photo was taken by Jerry Ogle, a hard-working volunteer with the Kingsville-Gosfield Heritage Society and the Kingsville Archives. Many of you will remember Mr. Ogle, a teacher at several area schools […]
If you can exercise regularly, you’ll help yourself feel better, control your weight and even reduce the chances of developing certain diseases. But why not extend the concept of “fitness” to other areas of your life — such as your investment portfolio? And to help maintain a healthy portfolio, you can […]
Lakeside Park Pavilion is shown here before its enclosure. The Pavilion was erected in the spring of 1913 by James Countess for $2,250. In 1923, iron shutters were installed to shelter people during storms. Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives
Bedevilled by mostly dry, humid weather conditions all summer, plants and humans basically wilted. This year for me was particularly challenging in keeping container plants alive, and my lawn green. Because I live right next to the lake, I am mindful of protecting our source of drinking water and keeping it […]
COVID-19 has stomped all over the education scene for parents and children. Families are faced with a bewildering variety of roads, many of which may be unfamiliar. Homeschooling is one of those roads. When you’re pondering changes that will take you somewhere you’ve never been before, it can be comforting […]
For many city dwellers stuck indoors and surrounded by concrete, spending time at parks, getting outside hiking and biking have been a welcome reprieve from the day to day. “Demand for backcountry campsites in Ontario’s provincial parks is up 29% from a year ago,” according to a recent Toronto Sun article. “We’re […]
A generation or so ago, people didn’t just retire from work — many of them also withdrew from a whole range of social and community activities. But now, it’s different. The large Baby Boom cohort, and no doubt future ones, are seeking an active lifestyle and continued involvement in their […]
Post-lockdown, the first day of school looms over us almost as heavily as the virus we are trying to avoid. Everyone wants the children’s return to be safe, but as the effects of the novel coronavirus continue to develop, it is clear that nothing is certain. “I definitely have mixed […]
Pavilion and Cafe/ Bath House This was the first day of the boardwalk/pier’s opening in July 1930 when it had at least 1,000 people on it several times. About 5,000 people used the boardwalk on the pier extending as far as the sand bar in the lake. Municipal Park and […]
Ontario Premier Doug Ford released the Operational guidance: COVID-19 management in schools document at a news conference on August 26, 2020. The document is an aid for schools to identify, isolate and decrease the spread of the coronavirus. Premier Doug Ford, Dr. Dirk Huyer, Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, and […]
Traditionally, children in Essex County have headed off to school classrooms in the fall. In the 1980s, though, a few families decided to keep their children at home and parents taught their broods themselves. The first family to homeschool in Kingsville, as far as we know, began in 1988. This […]
Schools are opening soon! The Ministry of Education has been making plans to safeguard the health and safety of all concerned. In ongoing cooperation with the Ministry, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has created their Safe Return to School – A Public Health Toolkit for Windsor and Essex County. In […]
A gardener’s eye is a roving eye. Wherever one travels, be it far away destinations or closer to home ‘staycations,’ the gardener is always on the lookout for the beautiful or unusual. A few days ago, our region was blessed with a joyful string of perfect summer days — when the […]
Here’s an aerial view of Cedar Beach. You can see the Cedar Beach Lodge and Cedar Beach cabins. The date of the photo is unknown. Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives.
This is a tough time for parents, children, teachers, and anyone connected to the education system. Because there’s a day of reckoning looming and it seems like there isn’t enough solid information available to help parents with the important decisions they’re facing. No longer is it an easily made assumption […]
The arts are being profoundly affected by COVID-19. Live performers, musicians and artisans have seen their live shows cancelled, and retail or gallery spaces close. While some sectors of the economy slowly re-open, artists will continue to struggle with uncertain futures. Pelee Island is fortunate to have had some prominent […]
Here’s a beautiful black and white photo of the bath house at Kingsville’s Lakeside Park. You can see the pavilion up above to the left in the background. The date of the photo unknown. Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives.
The lazy, dog days of summer are upon us. Spells of hot, sticky, humid weather preclude much outdoor activity in tending to our gardens and yards. But what joy when we get those perfect summer days as in this past week, with intense blue skies, fluffy white clouds, and freshened […]
The grass had a coating of frost as we pulled into the long driveway. The house was red brick and seemed friendly enough. My father braked and the Olds came to a stop. Our first night in the Dickson house. Bags were unpacked, pj’s and bedding hauled inside. My room […]
As an investor, you’ll always need to deal with risk of some kind. But how can you manage the risk that’s been made clear by the recent volatility in the financial markets? The answer to this question may depend on where you are in life. Let’s look at some different […]
While many beaches across the province may be experiencing higher than normal volumes of people looking to get outdoors, most beaches on Pelee Island remain quiet, natural and undisturbed. High water and wind direction certainly affect beach conditions on Pelee Island, and contribute to the ever-changing landscape on our shores. […]
Eleanor Scratch chaperoning the June 1963 Grade 8 Beach Party (Gosfield South Area Public School). This was held on the beach in front of the Lakeshore Terrace Hotel. Nice looking beach! Photo taken by Jerry Ogle
The fourth and most recent extension of the closure of the Canada-U.S. border to non-essential travel has left the small community of Pelee Island in the middle of some heated debate among local and international taxpayers. With over a third of the island land owners residing stateside, most wonder when […]
38 Wigle Street No, not the masks we are wearing, for they need to be over our nose … but could your COVID- weary self use a lift in spirits? Here’s a simple inexpensive treat — hop in your vehicle and go for a slow, leisurely exploration around the streets […]
What does architecture mean to the people of Kingsville? What value does it hold? Can this value be lost or modified? Can it change into something unrecognizable? What will Kingsville look like next year? In five years? In 25 years? In 100 years? Will the past have informed the present? […]
Got questions? “Ask Kiki” is your local advice column for relationship woes, employment concerns and life issues. Today, Stuck in the Middle has questions and Kiki has answers: Q/ Hi Kiki, How can I have it all? I’ve been a homemaker for years but now that my kids are older […]
This is a photo of the east dock looking north towards the lighthouse at the top of the hill. The powerhouse and fishing shanties on the dock can also be seen. Date of the photo is unknown. Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives
The Dickson Avenue house was my mother’s dream. She came from a predominantly English-speaking town in the eastern townships where, in those days, being English meant you had it made in the shade. Her father owned an insurance agency and she remembered the depression years as more or less having […]
On April 1, ferry service to Pelee Island resumed on schedule replacing the winter air service that residents rely on from December to March. COVID-19 has changed the way people travel afar, and right here in Windsor/ Essex/ Pelee Island too. The Pelee Islander began modified service with restricted access […]
Over the past couple of weeks in our lovely Town of Kingsville, you may have wondered at a vehicle driving slowly down your street or road, as if looking for an address. Maybe you saw this same vehicle repeating the rather odd behaviour on yet another day. In another neighborhood, […]
This aerial view of the Kingsville Harbour was taken between 1907 and 1913. In the foreground, the foundation of the 1889 Mettawas Hotel and the 1890 servants’ quarters can be seen on the hill above the waterworks building and the bathhouse. To the rear, the east and west pier of […]
Lake Erie’s North Shore has some pretty incredible views. Essex County’s picturesque cottage country includes wineries and farms with panoramic backdrops of Lake Erie. As summer begins, and many in Windsor/ Essex/ Pelee Island consider how best to make the most of the warm and sunny days ahead, the Great […]
We are now officially in Stage 2 in Kingsville, and hair salons and barber shops are once again open and ready for business. We are looking for the best before and after shots of three months of your lock-down locks. How bad did it get? Hairdressers, what have you seen […]
My very old, faded and worn landed immigrant card says my family and I crossed the border into Canada in April, 1954. I would have been two and a half, so of course I can’t really remember anything about it, but somehow my mind has supplied an image of my […]
On June 25, Pelee Island along with Windsor and most of Essex County moved to Stage 2 of Ontario’s reopening plan. Like Windsor, Pelee Island is a single-tier municipality with a mayor, deputy mayor and three councillors. Pelee Island and the eight other islands that constitute the township are not […]
Got questions? “Ask Kiki” is your local advice column for relationship woes, employment concerns and life issues. Today, Bad Friend has questions and Kiki has answers: Q/ Hi Kiki, I’m having trouble with one of my friends. With all of the changes that have happened in the last few months […]
It is the first house. In one of the few photographs of that first house, which predates conscious memory, my unfolding family history presents itself. My brother and I were only fifteen months apart, so we look almost like twins. I would guess my age to be one and half […]