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IWhy I Joined the Friends of Pinery Park
land why you should too!)
Lorl Szwarz
Lakeshore Advance
I moved to Grand Bend about two years ago. Shortly after
moving here, I joined the Friends of Pinery Park and then,
about a year later, I became a member of the Board of
Directors. 'There are two reasons why I joined the Friends,
and I would Tike to tell you about them.
First, one of the reasons I came to Grand Bend is the prox-
imity to nature....the lake, the trees, the wildlife, the clean air
and water. Almost every day of the week, l think how lucky I
inn to be living here, and how lucky 1 am to be living so close
to the Pinery. It was thus an easy decision to join the Friends,
as it enabled me to become involved in a group that is dedi-
cated to education, promotion and preservation of this beau-
tiful park. Also, like many others, I find it distressing to read
and hear about the environmental problems that our Earth
faces, on so many different fronts. I initially felt so helpless
and discouraged about the situation, but over time, 1 have
come to agree with the advice to "'Think Globally, Act Locally':
Joining the Friends is one way that I can act locally. 1 know
that the Friends support important ventures that help to
preserve and protect the park's sensitive environment, such
as turtle research and the rolling boardwalk installation.
A second reason I joined the Friends is that I was new to
Grand Bend, and I hoped to meet people who shared my
interests, I feel lucky to have met such a group of friendly
and dedicated people! Whether helping with the fish fries,
participating in rolling boardwalk construction, or attending
Board meetings, I always have fun, and I often learn
something new and interesting. Besides, the food is delicious
at the fish fries!!!
Since joining the Friends, I have come to realize that we
are a small but mighty group! We are involved in ninny
ventures that support the park, but there are so many more
we could become involved in, if we only had more people -
power. That is why I am asking you, as a fellow Lambton
Shores inhabitant or as a park visitor, to consider becoming a
member. You will have fun, and you will be involved in a
local group that is dedicated to promoting and preserving
our wonderful Pinery Provincial Park. And while 1 have your
attention, I will inform you that July 16th is Canada Parks
Day. (:otne to Pinery Park to celebrate the Savanna Festival.
Special displays and events will he featured as well as the
always popular Friends of Pinery Park and Lake Smith
Conservationists Fish Fry!
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Little Sister
Lakeshore Advance
This Little Sister is 13
years old. She is excited to
get a Big Sister and is look-
ing forward to having
someone to hang out with.
She would like a Big Sister
who enjoys horseback
riding and has an interest
in art, She loves animals
and would like it if her Big
Sister had pets.
This Little Sister is one of
the many children waiting
to be matched within a
mentoring friendship. If
you are unable to commit
to being a Big, consider our
In -School Mentoring
program, For information
on becoming a Big or our
other volunteer programs,
Jenna M.
call our office at 519-237-
3554, e-mail us at cw@a
shbbbs.on.ca or visit our
web -site at www.shbbbs.
on.ca
Know your HIV status. Get tested Something to
Grand Bend on July 30. F � „,,,� Crow About
anonymous HIV testing
Free,
clinic to be held in
be in
Lakeshore Advance
Regional IIIV/AIDS Connection, in conjunction with the
London Intercomtnunity health Centre's Options Clinic and
the Grand Bend Area Community I iealth Centre, is excited to
host the first anonymous HIV testing clinic in Grand Bend.
The clinic will be held at the Grand Bend Area Community
Health Centre on Saturday, July 30 from 9:00 - 11:30 am.
Testing is free and confidential. A trained counselor will he
there to answer questions, adtninister the test and discuss
results with you. 'Ihe test is a rapid -test which provides results
in 15-20 minutes. Appointments are not necessary, but are
encouraged and can be made by calling Regional 111V/AIDS
Connection at 519-434-1601or toll-free at 1-866-920-1601.
Knowing your HIV status protects you and your partner
andreduces the risk oftransmission. It is estimated that
approximately 30% percent of Canadians living with I IIV do
not know it. Fear and stigma keep people from knowing their
HIV status. "Ihe benefits of knowing your status far outweigh
the risks associated with not knowing.
'Ihose who know their HIV status are more likely to practice
safer sex to protect themselves and their partner, have better
access to accurate information and support and reduce the
possibility of transmitting the virus. Getting tested can relieve
feelings of uncertainty and empower you to act quickly to
access IIIV specific medical care to help you remain as
healthy as possible.
Anonymous IIIV testing is available weekly in London at
the Options Anonymous IIIVTesting Clinic as well as at the
office of Regional IIIV/AIDS Connection. Visit www.hivaids-
connection.ca for testing information.
If you have questions about HIV testing, you can call the
Options Clinic at 519-673-4427, For questions about IIIV/
AIDS, please call RI IAC at 519-434-1601 or toll-free at 1-866-
920-1601.
-plfield Antlque Fair - 26 fantastic years of quallty antiques
Lakeshore Advance
'Ihe Bayfield Antique hair is set to open its doors for the 26th
season at the Bayfield Community Centre on August 5th for
the weekend fair, Situated on Lake I luron, Bayfield, a heritage
village on a great lake, is the ultimate venue for an antique fair
sponsored by Trinity Anglican Church.
Professional antique dealers from across Ontario bring an
impressive array of quality antiques and collectibles including:
Canadlana furniture, books, porcelain, ironstone, silver, estate
and costume Jewellery and antique toys - In short, something
for everyone and every pocketbook.
The Gala Evening Opening Celebration is Friday August 5,
from 7 -9 p.m. 'Ihis nautical theme evening hosted by Admiral
Bayfield includes fine wine and cheeses. appetizers from our
first-rate local restaurants and music by Elliott's Liquidation
Band. Guests can meet the knowledgeable vendors, chat,
browse, and buy a unique item for their collection. Tickets are
$10.00 in advance until 5 p.m. on the 4th and $12.00 at the
door, On Saturday from 10 until 5 and Sunday from 10 until 4,
tickets are $5 per day. During the show, the crafts offers
sandwiches (made with recipes from former tea room
hostesses), tea, coffee and delicious homemade sweets,
The dealers love the show and bring beautiful antiques and
collectibles, big and small, to suit every taste. Come and add
your own "ahoy there mate" to the Gala and the show.
For More Information: 519-565-2974 or www.trinitychurch.
bayfield.on.ca/antiquefair
July 22 in Zurich
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Kids & Families Will Want To Attend the opening of the
Zurich Fair 00 Fri July 22. Doors open at 7pm. You will he
entertained by the vocal talents of some of our local young
people singing hits by Justin Beiber, 'ilrylor Swift and Selena
Gomez.
The headlining act appears at 7:30 pm! Daniel Steep's
Agri -Magic show features nonstop, high energy magic with
audience participation combined with music and comedy!
This show features LOCAL. illusionist Daniel Steep who has
been featured at The Western Fair, The Canadian National
Exhibition, and has been featured at Canada's Wonderland
for the past 3 years! This is a show you will NOT want to miss!
Remember - Attendance is FREE:!
The fun on Saturday starts with the parade at 12 noon.
After the parade there will be games and treats for the kids at
the Community Centre. Christina McAdams and Julia
Pettapiece from ZACK (Zurich Arts Centre for Kids) have
planned a fun afternoon of games and crafts - not to mention
the animals and Mini 'Tractor pull.
'There will be Cooking demonstrations which will feature
delicious and healthy recipes with "Something to Crow
About": You can watch the food being prepared and to try it
for yourself afterwards! Community Dietitian Miranda
Burgess from Grand Bend Area Community I iealth Centre
uses fresh local products in her recipes. Deb Campbell, on
behalf of the Huron Egg Producers, will give you some great
new ideas!