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Congratulations to Nancy Dyck and Cindy Lasi of MCC Thrift on Mill, winners of the Welcoming Accessibility Award presented by Tony DeSantis and Danica Gorrell at the 2022 Leamington Chamber “country themed” Business Excellence Awards. Pictured above are Jenn Istl, Danica Gorrell, Tammy Dalgleish and Tony DeSantis.
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Dave has always wanted to go on a boat. Last week he went on a ferry ride to Pelee Island. While he was on the ferry, Dave enjoyed an ice cream sandwich and pop. He really loved being able to get out of his wheelchair and sit on the seat on the ferry. |
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Last week Noah and Chris took advantage of the beautiful weather to take a walk through Ojibway Park and enjoy a picnic lunch. Essex County has many parks and conservation areas to enjoy the great outdoors. |
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Last Chance to Order Your
Fresh-Baked Apple Pie!
Sales End Tomorrow!
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FREE local delivery for Windsor-Essex County on Friday, September 30th.
We’ll be back with a live in-person festival in 2023, but this year you can still experience the Apple Festival, and support Community Living Essex County, by purchasing delicious apple pies baked by Momma Bear's Bakery, and vintage-inspired Apple Fest merchandise delivered right to your doorstep!
All proceeds help us to purchase accessible vehicles for people with an intellectual disability in Essex County.
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Our Ruthven Apple Fest merchandise features our original logo for a vintage look. These items are always favourites at the festival. |
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Nothing says fall like a fresh-baked apple pie! Once you have a bite, you’ll taste why they are always a top-seller at the Ruthven Apple Festival. Pies are baked by Momma Bear’s Bakery in Kingsville. |
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An Afternoon Out For Caregivers |
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Are you an unpaid caregiver of an adult with an intellectual disability who is living at home? If so, you qualify!
Ensemble, with the generous support of the Ontario Caregivers Association, invites you to join us on Saturday, October 22nd 2022 from 12:00 - 3:00 pm at Crafty Nest Art Studio in Kingsville.
- Escape your responsibilities at home and let us thank you for all you do!
- All supplies provided, free of charge, to create a beautiful wooden signboard valued at $40.
This free event is limited to the first 20 unpaid caregivers who qualify.
This is a caregiver only event.
What are you waiting for? You deserve an afternoon away!
Marilyn and the Ensemble Family Committee
Call or email Ensemble
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Community Living Essex County was the 'charity of choice' on Sunday at the Leamington Raceway. We sold 50/50 tickets, and split the grand total of $1445 with a lucky winner! Thank you to the Leamington Raceway for inviting us! |
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Community Living Essex is Hiring & We Need Your Help! |
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Join Coco for free outdoor yoga classes in Optimist Park. The sessions are from 1:00 - 2:00 pm October 4th, 6th, 11th and 13th. Get outside and enjoy a relaxing yoga class.
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Learn About Microboards - Series of New Fall Workshops |
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A new series of workshops are available for the fall.
- Basics of Governance and Accountability will cover the basics on issues concerning governance and accountability with a Microboard. The role of directors, officers, the person supported as well as succession planning and sustainability. The workshop will also touch on important issues such as risk management and financial management.
- Employing and Contracting Staff will provide an overview of the Microboard as the employer: the difference between contracted vs. paid staff; recruiting, contracting and paying staff and support workers; hiring independent contractors and purchasing services from an agency.
- Role of Independent Facilitation in Microboards will explore how an Independent Facilitator supports an individual and their role in the Microboard, and ensures Microboard members and directors understand the person-directed values and principles behind Microboards. An Independent Facilitator also supports future planning.
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Get outside and pick your own fruit and vegetables at local orchards and farms. Savour the taste of sweet apples, and pick out your pumpkins and squash for Thanksgiving. Click the link below for a Windsor Essex Pick Your Own Guide.
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Celebrate Fall in Downtown Essex |
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Downtown Essex celebrates fall on Saturday! Car Smash, outdoor market, games, crafts, and activities, followed by a movie at dusk with free popcorn. Back to the Future will be screening. Head downtown and join in on all the fun. |
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation |
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On September 30th and October 1st, join the Town of Amherstburg for a two-day event dedicated to the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. Indigenous vendors, drummers, singers, and guest speakers will be setup in Downtown Amherstburg.
September 30th from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Official Opening
- Drumming
- Dancing
- Storytelling
October 1st from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Indigenous Vendors
- Drumming
- Dancing
- Storytelling
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Unloved - A Film by Barri Cohen |
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Abode Respite invites you to the screening of Unloved by Barri Cohen on October 13th at 7:00 pm, taking place at Essex Sports Complex.
Cohen never knew her half-brothers, Alfred and Louis, who were dropped off as toddlers at the Huronia Regional Centre, a now-closed hospital and home for children with intellectual disabilities.
Speaking to the families and survivors of the HRC, she pieces together the story of her brothers' lives. These interviews provide hope and light, as the survivors support each other in their battle for recognition and healing.
Seats are limited and will be reserved at a first come, first served basis aside from those with lived experience who will be reserved seats and given priority.
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The Little Things
Kern County Deputy Sheriff Joe Deacon is sent to Los Angeles for what should have been a quick evidence-gathering assignment. Instead, he becomes embroiled in the search for a serial killer who is terrorizing the city. Now streaming on Netflix.
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Beef Stew with Carrots & Potatoes
This classic French beef stew, otherwise known as Beef Bourguignon, is the ultimate cold weather comfort food. Chunks of well-marbled beef are seared in a hot pan, and then gently braised with garlic and onions in a rich wine-based broth. After a few hours in the oven, the meat becomes meltingly tender and enveloped in a deeply-flavored sauce. The stew takes a few hours to make but the recipe is mostly hands-off. Go ahead and make it a day or two ahead of time; the flavor improves the longer it sits.
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Laughter is the Best Medicine |
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What is your favourite fall clothing?
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What's your favorite autumn activity?
Visiting a corn maze ~ 14.9%
Going on a hay ride ~ 8.5%
Checking out a local farmers market ~ 29.8%
Going for a walk to admire the leaves ~ 46.8%
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