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Orange Shirt Day, How-to Fest, weekend events

Morning Coffee – By Aaron Hall

Weather forecast from Friday, September 29, 2017 to Sunday, October 1, 2017

Today – Increasing cloudiness early this morning. 60 percent chance of showers with risk of a thunderstorm. Wind becoming northwest 30 km/h gusting to 50 near noon. High 19. UV index 3 or moderate.

Tonight – Mainly cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light near midnight. Low 7.

Saturday, September 30 – A mix of sun and cloud. Clearing late in the afternoon. High 17.

Saturday night – Clear. Low 9.

Sunday, October 1 – A mix of sun and cloud. High 20.

Sunday night – Cloudy periods. Low 13.

Upcoming events

– The Dresden Plate Quilt Festival is taking place Friday and Saturday at the Dresden Trinity Christian Centre in Dresden. A quilt display and tour will be held on Friday September 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday September 30 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event features dozens of quilts, antique to contemporary, quilts for sale, demonstrations and draws. You can also learn more about the ‘Barn Quilt Trail’. Festival Passports are available both days. Visit Dresden shops for stamps and enter to win prizes. Cost is $5.

– The Wallaceburg Centennial Lions Club Charter Night dinner is taking place on Saturday, September 30 at UAW Hall on Elm Drive in Wallaceburg. International Director Thomas Gordon is set to present the Club Charter and certificates to the new club members.

– Susan West is in Concert on Sunday at 10:45 a.m. at the Zion Free Methodist Church outside of Sombra. West is from from Lexington, Kentucky but was raised near Wallaceburg. She will be singing Christian music in the traditional country style. Free-will offering will be received and a free luncheon to follow. For more information call 519-864-1511.

– The Foundation of Chatham-Kent Health Alliance is proud to present the 5th Annual Chatham-Kent Pumpkin Run for local healthcare on Sunday, October 1. Join them at beautiful Rondeau Provincial Park for a 5km walk/run, 10km run or a 100m ‘Lil Pumpkin Kids Dash.’ Visit foundationckha.com for more details.

– Looking ahead to next week, the 9th Annual Chatham-Kent & Lambton Children’s Water Festival is taking place at the C.M. Wilson Conservation Area. Many local schools will be making the trip to the site this week. The festival helps to improve quality of life while maintaining sustainability in the community by fostering respect for water and encouraging environmental stewardship. For more information please visit ckwaterfest.com.

– The Wallaceburg Adult Activity Center is holding a Quarter Auction at the CBD Club in Wallaceburg on Wednesday. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the auction starts at 7 p.m. Water and a light snack will be provided.

– The Chatham branch of the Canadian Cancer Society is encouraging the community to join them in the fight against breast cancer, during the 6th annual ‘Two Boobs in a Bucket’ event. On Thursday, October 5, CK Mornings hosts Chris and Sam will be sitting high in the sky, 65 feet in the air over Keil Drive in Chatham. They won’t be letting them down until they’ve reached their goal. More details are available at 943cksy.com.

20th Anniversary of French-language Catholic Schools: Provincial recognition tour underway

As part of the festivities organized for their 20th anniversary, Ontario’s eight French-language Catholic school boards and the Association franco-ontarienne des conseils scolaires catholiques (AFOCSC) join forces to recognize the work and exceptional commitment of the members of their school communities.

“We are delighted with the academic excellence of French-language Catholic schools in Ontario,” stated Ms. Lorraine Presley, Chair, Conseil ontarien des directions de l’éducation catholique (CODEC).

“Our students obtain superior academic results and the highest graduation rates in the province thanks to our staff’s commitment towards offering a high quality Catholic education. The ongoing support from parents and from our partners enables our students to flourish and to become young Francophone Catholics involved in the community. Once again, many many thanks.”

Beginning on Monday and throughout October, the Recognition Tour will travel across the province to pay tribute to community leaders who, through their professionalism, their dedication and their generosity on a daily basis, allow French-language Catholic school boards to offer the best French-language education in Ontario.

A series of major and minor events have been secretly organized to pay homage to two leaders from each school board. These individuals were selected because they stand out by their commitment and the scope of their action. They are examples, among countless others, of those who ensure that Catholic schools make a difference in the lives of their students and their communities. Every recipient is an eloquent example, whether it be a staff member, a volunteer parent or a member of the community.

The organization of each event mobilized many people without whom the Tour would not have been possible.

“It is important to emphasize the great work accomplished by members of the Catholic Francophone community. It will be a great surprise for all those who will be recognized. They have every right to be proud!” added Jean Lemay, Chair, Association franco-ontarienne des conseils scolaires catholiques (AFOCSC).

Throughout the month of October, the public is invited to follow the Recognition Tour on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram by tracking: #MeilleureEducation.

For more information on the advantages offered by French-language Catholic schools, visit the website: EcolesCatholiquesOntario.ca.

‘How-to Festival’ in Dresden and Wallaceburg

Visit the Wallaceburg Branch this October to learn something new in 20 minutes or less. CKPL’s How-To Festival is in celebration of Ontario Public Library week and will take place from October 16 to 21.

Come to the Wallaceburg Branch during the How-To Festival and learn:

Visit the Dresden Branch this October to learn something new in 20 minutes or less. CKPL’s How-To Festival is in celebration of Ontario Public Library week and will take place from October 16 to 21.

Come to the Dresden Branch during the How-To Festival and learn:

All Chatham-Kent Public Library branches are offering fun and informative ‘how-to’ sessions and everyone is invited to learn something new throughout the festival! When considering a trip to the library, remember: ‘a visit will get you thinking!’

For more information about How-To Festival events, please contact your local branch or visit www.ckpl.ca

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