After competing at the regional and provincial levels of the Destination Imagination tournaments, St. James Major in Sharbot Lake has secured a berth in the global finals of this prestigious competition, which is sponsored in part by the likes of the Walt Disney Corporation, IBM and the U.S. Space and Rocket Centre, and will be held at the University of Tennessee. But we need YOUR help.

Destination Imagination is an arts-based program that inspires children to learn through drama and discovery. Teaching through a creative process, it empowers students with 21st century skills as they are led through a series of instant challenges as well as preparations for a presentation judged at the competitions.

St. James Major in Sharbot Lake sent two teams to the regional tournament in Arnprior this past March: a middle school team consisting of students from grades 5 to 8, as well as a younger elementary team consisting of the children in grades 1 to 4. Our older team prepared for an improvisational challenge that addressed a news flash and had to incorporate a miscellaneous prop in the process.

Our younger team advanced to the provincial tournament held on the campus of the University of Toronto in April. They chose the Scientific challenge and had to research how animals use camouflage in nature. They then prepared an 8-minute play involving a character hidden in plain sight where a plot twist developed when the character was revealed. They also had to create a prop that looked like one thing, but was really another. The team created a play about musicians and their dogs carrying guitar cases on the way to a concert in the woods, who encounter a black wolf hidden in the shadows of their backdrop. When the wolf appears, the guitar cases really have guns in them and the musicians turn into hunters - but in the end decide to spare the life of the wolf. Very complex for a group of 6 to 9-year-olds!

After securing a position in this once-in-a-lifetime experience from May 25th to the 28th, the team has to do some fundraising. This year more than 17,000 people will take part in the global championships from over 15 different countries. At a cost of US $715 per person for the 4 days plus travel, we are seeking sponsorship from our great community. While the Algonquin Lakeshore Catholic DSB has generously agreed to defray some of the costs, can you help? Anything from the $15 cost of a meal to the $35 cost of one night’s lodging to the full sponsorship of a student would be appreciated!

With concerts and presentations from NASA as well as a variety of activities led by world's leading corporations, this will truly provide the children an experience of a lifetime. We sincerely appreciate any support you are able to offer to help our team compete at Globals. To donate - contact St. James Major 613-279-1243.

On May 5, Granite Ridge Education Centre held its annual talent show, GREC's Got Talent.

The auditorium was packed with parents and family waiting to see what the students had to offer this year, and they were not disappointed.

The room was abuzz when the pie auction started the evening. Auction numbers were raised to bid on cakes, pies and goodies donated by parents and students, with all proceeds going to the Grade 8 grad trip to Montreal. The top three cakes were auctioned off for $55 each.

The students were then introduced one at a time by emcees Tyee David and Leah Neumann. In the audience, you could pick out the parents as they sang along, followed the dance moves and focused intently on the stage, most likely after many evenings helping with practices.

Honey Wilson, who was one of the youngest performers at only six years old, bravely took the stage by herself and sang “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star”.

Grade 12 student, Devon Scott, was one of the older students to show off his talent. He has been studying dance for nine years and left the audience awestruck with his stunning original dance routine.

Riley Merrigan covered George Jones' “He Stopped Loving Her Today” with a stage presence and voice of an old country soul. Riley told the audience about the importance of his guitar, which was custom-made by his uncle, who is now 88 years old.

The Young Choristers brought a calm beauty to the night, singing three First Nations songs, led by Lily Legacy-Zierer. First was Nissa, a song honouring Grandmother Moon, then a Cherokee Morning Song, and finally the Cedar Song.

The Vocal Ensemble showed a unique approach to rhythm and song, using their own and each other’s hands and bodies in perfect synchronization while singing the Pentatonix version of “White Winter Hymnal” by Fleet Foxes.

The evening was full of amazing vocalists and dance numbers that had the audience cheering and clapping. The show ended with a lovely cover of The Beatles’ “Hey Jude”, performed by various staff and Lukas Reynolds on bass.

The support of GREC staff members Kelly Caravan, Julia Schall and Kathy Reynolds could be seen throughout the evening. Ms. Caravan took to the stage with many of the students and Ms. Schall helped them remember their cues and kept the evening running smoothly. Shaun Savoie helped out by running the auction and then taking on the soundboard, focusing on helping the students shine, and they all did.

The evening raised $1,100 and undoubtedly next year will not fail to live up to this year’s entertainment standards.

While Central Frontenac Council recognised the value of the Safe Property and Noise Bylaw updates that were presented by their contracted bylaw officer, Ken Gilpin of Frontenac Municipal Bylaw Enforcement, a number of specific points of contention were raised.

The bylaws were presented at a Council meeting on April 26, with a view towards adoption at the Council meeting scheduled for May 9.

An issue that was raised relative to the Safe Properties Bylaw by Councilor Jamie Riddell was the fact that the proposed bylaw, as well as the current bylaw, empowers enforcement officers to enter a property without the express permission of the property owner.

“This gives the bylaw officer powers that members of police forces don't have,” said Riddell.

“We always contact property owners and let them know that we are coming,” said Gilpin, “and when property owners are not there we leave cards. But we are not able to make appointments; it would impossible for us to plan out our day in those circumstances. As soon as we receive a complaint we investigate, and if there is an infraction we issue an order. We aren't there to harass property owners by any means. We always follow guidelines.”

“No one is questioning the professionalism of you or your staff,” said Councilor Brent Cameron, “but the fact is that the law allows you to do something that it does not allow anyone else to do, so there are concerns that come from that.”

“If we are going to pass bylaws, we have to be able to enforce them,” said Mayor Frances Smith.

The proposed Safe Properties Bylaw includes provisions prohibiting, among other things, “rubbish, waste or debris of any kind, long grass, discarded brush and clippings, excessive weed growth, or any other conditions that may promote or be susceptible to fire or infestation by rodents or other noxious conditions”.

It also prohibits dead, diseased or dying trees or limbs or branches “so as to prevent any unsafe condition or damage to any building.”

Scrap or junk metal, unlicensed vehicles, trailers machinery, tools or tires and appliances are also prohibited.

The bylaw is only enforced on a complaint-driven basis. Bylaw officers do not roam the countryside looking for infractions.

The other bylaw that attracted comments was the noise bylaw. Councilor Riddell was concerned that the use of power tools for the purposes of construction are prohibited until 7am. “In the summer, crews need to be able to work from dawn. Many of them start at 6am,” he said.

Councilor Tom Dewey was surprised by provision .j of the bylaw, which prohibits “persistent yelling, and shouting, whistling, singing”.

“What's wrong with singing?” Dewey asked.

“My advice is to take up yodeling,” said Councilor Cameron.

Un-budgeted purchases to drain reserves by $200,000

At this price, Central Frontenac Council might consider meeting less often.

Fire Chief Bill Young attended the meeting to bring Council up to speed on a dilemma that has come about. After purchasing a new emergency first response (EFR) van for the Sharbot Lake station for $157,000, $13,000 under the budgeted amount, the EFR van that serves the Parham station blew an engine.

“We have a price of $7,500 to replace the engine but I wouldn't recommend putting that kind of money in that van, which has high mileage,” he said. He added that to put off buying a new van, the one that had been serving the Sharbot Lake station could be transferred to Parham instead of being traded in for $10,000, but said, “We always have trouble getting that van safetied because once the EFR equipment is loaded the van is overweight for its capacity.”

He said that if he went back to the manufacturer for a new van he would get a discount.

The net cost to the township above the budget to have two new vans is $130,000.

Treasurer Michael McGovern said that if the township decided to spend the un-budgeted money, he would recommend using the equipment reserve fund.

“It will drain the fund and council will want to start building it up next year, which is something I don't like, but I like borrowing money and paying interest even less,” he said.

“If we spend $7,500 we would probably extend the life of the Parham van for a year or two,” said Councilor Tom Dewey.

“We might be able to, but it might break down sooner than that,” said Bill Young.

“Putting money into old vehicles can come back to bite you. I speak from experience when I say that,” said Councilor Bill MacDonald.

“I'd hate to use reserves for this. I'd prefer we borrowed the money over ten years. We may end up in an emergency and not have the money we need,” said Tom Dewey.

Council voted to buy the new truck, and pay for it out of reserves.

Public Works Manager John Badgley reported that “the present equipment float is a 1990 model and during a routine circle check it was found that the frame has rusted, ..., making it unsafe.

A replacement float capable of hauling a 20-ton load will cost $30,000, in his estimation.

“There is approximately $71,000 set aside in reserves to purchase a loader. I am recommending that we pull $30,000 of that reserve to purchase the float,” he said.

“Was that float not inspected by the Ministry of Transportation?” asked Councilor Victor Hesse.

“Only once a year,” said Badgley.

Council approved the purchase.

Council also approved the purchase of a truck from Hinton Dodge Chrysler on the recommendation of Badgley. Although the purchase was not put out to tender, Badgley said that since it was a Dodge truck that the township was buying, all Dodge dealers are bound to come in with the same price for municipal purchase and it made sense to buy from the closest dealer. He said that the treasurer had been consulted and the $37,000 purchase is being made within the guidelines of the township's procurement bylaw.

Surplus equipment for sale

Chief Building Official Jeremy Neven reported that surplus equipment, tables and chairs, etc. from the two schools that the township purchased late last year are ready for sale.

“Our plan is to let the local not-for-profit corporations know and see if there is anything they can use at a nominal cost. Whatever is left will go on sale to the general public,” said Neven.

Councilor Victor Heese asked that any shelving be held back for use in the re-use centre that is being developed, and Neven agreed.

The township is also selling one of the two portables that were located at the site of the former Hinchinbrooke school. The second will be looked at for possible use at the Parham fair grounds, although Neven warned that installing an old portable on township property might prove costly because of the safety regulations the township must adhere to.

Fundraising for Fort McMurray

Bill MacDonald reported that at a supper held at Sharbot Lake United Church last week, over $1,000 was raised for the Red Cross fund to help the residents of Fort McMurray in Alberta.

“We live in a caring community” he said.

In recognition of Community Living Month and this year's Shine a Light on Community Living campaign, Toronto's CN tower was lit up last night, May 11, in the blue and green Community Living colours. Today (May 12) delegations from Community Living (CL) associations from Toronto and around Ontario are converging on Queen's Park to talk to politicians about inclusiveness for people with intellectual disabilities at all levels of Ontario society.

“Member associations from across Ontario will also be participating in the Shine a Light on Community Living campaign, by having their buildings illuminated in blue and green and encouraging partners in their respective communities to do the same. When homes, businesses and municipal buildings brightly display the Community Living colours on May 11, a powerful message of inclusion will shine throughout the province,” said Chris Beesly, the executive director of CL-Ontario in announcing the campaign last month.

Banners marking the event went up earlier this month at the offices of CL-North Frontenac in Sharbot Lake. A delegation of six, including employees and some of the people who receive services from the agency are participating in the day at the legislature in Toronto.

Dean Walsh, executive director of CL-North Frontenac, said the Shine the Light Campaign is important for his agency.

“Community Living is more than our name; it is the concept of all of us, the entire community, living together and supporting each other. We have been holding events, such as our Mother's Day brunch last weekend and our Spaghetti Dinner on May 19 for the entire community to enjoy,” he said. [See ad on page 16 and Northern Happenings for details]

One service that CL-North Frontenac supports that exemplifies that relationship is the Treasure Trunk store in Sharbot Lake.

“We provide administrative and financial support for the Treasure Trunk, and the volunteers do the rest. They raise money for the entire community as well,” said Walsh.

While the Treasure Trunk provides work placements for people served by Community Living, it also has its own, independent profile in the larger community.

This is a special year for Community-Living North Frontenac, its 40^th anniversary.

“We can truly say that the organisation has stayed true to its goal of providing individuals opportunities for empowerment, decision making and quality of life,” said Walsh.

Other events scheduled for Community Living Month include a baseball game at the Sharbot Lake ball field between CL-Napanee and CL-North Frontenac on May 27. The month ends on May 31 with the annual Back Yard Barbeque at the Community Living office.

Gardening season is approaching and so is the second season to Share your Fare. Share Your Fare is a community-based initiative that encourages people who have gardens to donate some of their fresh produce to people who do not. Fresh produce is collected and distributed by existing organizations and programs in Frontenac County.

Share Your Fare is an integrated network for food sharing that fosters sustainability and interconnectedness, and promotes health in our community. It is also for existing programs and groups that want to strengthen their relationships with the surrounding community.

Just a Little: One head of lettuce, a few tomatoes or a handful of carrots is a wonderful contribution. No amount is too small. Together, we can make a difference. Larger amounts are also welcome.

It's Easy: Drop-off locations are open multiple days of the week. Bring something with you when you go to, or through, Sharbot Lake.

Keep Growing: This is just the beginning. Share Your Fare closer to home in your own community. Organizations and programs throughout Frontenac County are encouraged to participate. Churches, community centres and organized groups make excellent drop-off and distribution locations. To enquire about or register a new location, e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Businesses are encouraged to participate. Put your small (or large) spaces to work. Grow a plant or few. Businesses can receive a free tomato plant to get started. Come to the Sharbot Lake Farmers Market on May 21. A 10% discount on seeds will also be given that day, in exchange for a pledge to contribute once during the season to Share Your Fare. Come and sign our pledge poster, even if you are not purchasing seeds. Show people; tell people; talk to people about Share Your Fare. Reap what you sow.

Drop-off locations in Sharbot Lake:

Mondays, 9am-3pm – Aboriginal Resource Centre, 24719 Hwy #7, Fresh produce will be distributed to individuals and families, and used at community meals and gatherings. Freezer is available for storing larger amounts.

Tuesdays, 9:30-10am – North Frontenac Food Bank. Fresh produce will be distributed in food baskets.

10-11:30am – Seniors Centre, 1042 Elizabeth St. Fresh produce will be used to prepare food for meals on wheels, and for use at the Seniors Centre. Freezer space for larger amounts is available.

1-4pm – Northern Frontenac Community Services. Fresh produce will be used in meals prepared for the drop-in program, and be distributed to individuals and families.

Thursdays, 8-9:30am – Seniors Centre, 1042 Elizabeth St.

9am-5pm – Medical Centre. Fresh produce will be used in the Good Food Box program, and be distributed to individuals and families.

Fridays, 9:30-10am – North Frontenac Food Bank

10-3pm – Medical Centre

Saturdays – Cardinal Cafe

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Students at the Granite Ridge Education Centre in Sharbot Lake have been staying late after school to have fun and get fit thanks to the Granite Ridge Fit Club.

The club, which is new at the school this year, was initiated by Grade 8 teacher Ms. Schall. She said the impetus to start the club was initially personal. “I have a tendency to put work ahead of my physical well-being. So as a New Year’s resolution back in January, I decided that a few days a week, before I start doing the end of the day classroom work, I would get a bit of cardio-vascular exercise and strength training in before sitting back down at my desk. The students noticed what I was doing and wanted to join in so I decided to start this after-school fitness club,” she said.

The club, which is open to students from Grades six through eight, is proving that getting fit can be a lot of fun. “It's great for me,” Schall said, “because the students are a huge motivator and they themselves have become unstoppable. If they could, they would probably be here every day working out.”

The group usually starts out with a 20-minute cardio-vascular work out. In the winter they ran laps of the school stairs but recently have taken to running outdoors. They then meet back in the school’s power fit room, which is equipped with numerous weights and bars, and the workout continues with the students choosing from a number of exercises that strengthen their arms, legs, shoulders, backs, core and more. They alternate weeks doing light, medium and heavy workouts and Fit Club member Liam brings the music.

The students’ flushed faces speak to their dedication and enthusiasm – clearly for them, getting fit need not be a chore. Many of them say they have noticed a big change in their fitness levels since January.

Ryleigh, who is a Grade 8 student said, “When I first started in January I could only squat the bar, which is 45 pounds, and now I can squat 100 pounds.” Desiree said that formerly she could run just 200 metres and thought she may have had asthma; however she is now running over two kilometres. Liam said, “What's the point of going home and watching TV when you can come and hang out with your friends and get fit at the same time?”

Grade 7 student Icen agreed.

Schall said there is a core group of between 7 to 10 students currently in the club, which runs three times a week, with one girls only session, one boys only session, and a third co-ed session. Schall said the students came up with the idea of getting special shirts made for members who have participated in at least 10 sessions. The shirts name the club and member and are emblazoned with the logo, “We do it for the six pack”, a mantra the group chanted while trying to hold a very long eight-minute plank pose.

“It's not just about the six pack”, Schall said. “It's more about becoming fit and stronger, and more confident and the biggest motivator for the students is seeing the progress they are making.”

Schall said the club is something she plans to keep up and said it is not only a great way for her and the students to bond but is also a great social and athletic opportunity for the students at the school.

Students interested in joining the club can speak to Ms. Schall.

When every element in front of and behind the curtain coalesces, it makes for really good theatre.

That was the case for the North Frontenac Little Theatre's April 21 - 24 production of Pinocchio, in which both cast and crew rose to the challenge of bringing this age-old fairy tale to life.

The play was based on the adaptation by John Baldwin, and Director Brian Robertson chose his cast wisely, with a mix of veteran and newbie actors. A stellar line up of youngsters who sang in the chorus, played as the Toyland folks and tripled as Pinocchio's tormentors, created the solid foundation necessary for this play, and each was given a chance to show their talent.

Their transformations were a delight to behold, as were a number of the older members of this crew, many of whom were new to the stage. They included Emily Baillargeon (Mapes), Leah Neuman (Sprucey), Morgan Rioux (Maria), Braidey Merrigan (Tony), and Danielle Gosse (Amy/donkey).

The older cast of fairy grandmothers and grandpas narrated the story and book-ended the acts. Grandmothers Madge (Pam Giroux) and Betty (Carol Morris) sang a lovely duet of “When You Wish Upon a Star.”

Johnathon Wisteard, who likes nothing better than the limelight, had a chance to go deep into his huge- hatted role as the evil Mastroni. His powerful cackle and accented delivery delighted the house.

The hero's two animal nemeses, in the form of the sly fox (Gillian Hoffman) and the calculating cat (Sydney Drew), both indulged their meaner sides with aplomb while also showing off some of their funkier dance moves, one of the many modern musical additions to this production.

Candlewick (Mackenzie Drew) added a healthy shot of humour to the production with her impressive drill sergeant song, along with her and Danielle Gosse's hilarious hee-haws after both catch donkey fever on an ill-fated trip to Pleasure Island.

Paul Gosse as Geppetto offered up the soft and cozy aspect of parental love, and he never lost his faith in this irascible boy puppet who in the end saved Geppetto from the belly of the whale. Director Brian Robertson played the coachman in the style of a New York Bronxian gangsta who, while in cahoots with the evil Mastroni leads the kids off in a cart to Pleasure Island.

Robertson gave his cast and crew an added chance to shine in a number of lip-synched tunes that included Fun Fun Fun. The youngsters reveled in their chance to riff on electric guitars and showed the audience they also know how to rock and roll.

The undeniable star of this production was Mason Moore whose Pinocchio was pitch, picture, and puppetty perfect. Mason is a natural when it comes to physical comedy; his temper tantrums were hilarious and he has the ability to store and deliver his lines perfectly on cue. His puppet antics were unbeatable and his singing voice was also a delight. Hats off to costume guru, Geoff Murray, who decked out the cast in eclectic, festive and beautifully colored attire that included diagonally cut skirts, lovely blue tutus, fake animal furs and of course, and most eye catching of all, Pinocchio in his bright yellow matching dandies and pointy feathered cap. Donna Larocque's impeccable storybook back drop, which had real pages that turned and provided colorful scenes to fit the plot, was a delight. Jeff Siamon's lighting, with a starry medallion shining above the full cast singing in perfect unison, was used to great effect

The additional props and sets, including the boat, the whale tail, and Pinocchio's many-sectioned pieces of nose, which were aptly applied by the younger members of the cast, added a very tender touch.

This colorful and classy production was a magical take on an ages-old story that encourages youngsters to take the higher road in a world that sometimes encourages them to do otherwise. Congratulations to the cast and crew for giving their all in a very memorable night of theatre.

Central Frontenac approves 2016 budget

Central Frontenac will spend over $7.1 million in ratepayers' money in 2016, up from $6.5 million in 2015, a levy increase of 9.3%, according to figures provided by township treasurer, Michael McGovern.

The impact of that increase on ratepayers will be mitigated by smaller increases in Frontenac County and Ministry of Education levies, however. The net impact on the average household, again according to township figures, will be an increase of about $83 in their overall tax bill.

Among the major factors that account for the increase in taxation by the township are increases in OPP costs, which will place upward pressure on the township's budget for the next three years as a new OPP funding model is phased in.

Mayor Frances Smith said that the Rural Mayors' Forum of Eastern Ontario has been working on the OPP funding formula issue in the hopes of making a case for some relief for smaller municipalities going forward.

Mountain Grove Library project moving forward

Thanks in part to a $110,000 grant from the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program, Central Frontenac is moving forward with plans to build a new library that will be attached to the Mountain Grove fire hall. The township is matching the federal grant, and at their meeting this week they approved a $32,682 contract with Roney Engineering to design the new addition to the fire hall and provide project management for the build.

In recommending that the sole source contract be awarded to Roney, Fire Chief Bill Young said that the company oversaw the construction of the Mountain Grove fire hall in the first place and did the same job last year for the Parham fire hall, which also includes a library space.

Treasurer Michael McGovern said that given the expertise required for the particular job, sole sourcing the contract to Roney falls within the township's procurement bylaw.

The library expansion to the fire hall was foreseen when the fire hall was originally built.

Mayor Smith said that the Kingston Frontenac Public Library (KFPL) Board should be contacted before the design is finalized and construction begins, as they may have something to say about the space that is being created for their use.

“We didn't do that before building the library in Parham, and that led to some issues along the way, so we should make sure not to do it that way again,” she said.

Parham library soft opening on May 12

Mayor Smith told Council that the KFPL is planning to open the new branch that is co-located with the newly completed Parham fire hall on May 12, and to hold a ceremonial grand opening on May 27.

Later in the meeting, Fire Chief Young said that library crews haven't arrived yet to start putting the new branch in place. “They haven't shown up yet; no shelving has arrived; the space is empty,” he said.

“I'd better give my contact there a call,” said Smith.

Approval in Principle for Sharbot Lake outdoor rink

In line with a request from the Oso (District 3) Recreation Committee, Director of Planning Services/Chief Building Official Jeremy Neven recommended that Council approve the demolition of the privies at the site, as well as the small canteen, which has not operated for several years. He recommended contracting with Perth Septic for portable bathrooms for this summer's ball season, and permitting a donated temporary storage shed to be built.

All of these proposals raised no questions among Council, but a final provision did. That proposal was to approve, in principle, the construction of an outdoor rink and a change room/washroom at the site.

“The committee has raised $10,000 for the project thus far, and they don't want to do any more work on the site until Council approves their main project in Principle,” Neven said.

Chief Administrative Officer Cathy MacMunn said that a number of larger donors are waiting to hear that the project is a go before making commitments.

“The Rec Committee is committed to funding this project entirely through donations,” said Neven.

Councilor Jamie Riddell said, “I am uncomfortable approving this, since it is in effect an approval for the new rink, when we haven't seen any engineering plans, any construction plans or any costing. Don't get me wrong; I support the rink, but I'd like to see something I can work with.”

Neven, and other members of Council, said that Council will ultimately see the final plans and will have another opportunity to look at the project, which will require council's approval to move forward.

The motion was approved, with Riddell voting in favor with the rest of Council.

Parham fairgrounds pavilion approved

The Hinchinbrooke (District 4) Recreation Committee is planning to install a 16' x 30' pavilion to be located behind the existing playground equipment at the fairgrounds near Parham. The committee has raised the money and the building plans were presented with the request for approval. Council approved the request.

“I should point out how much of a pleasure it is to work with both recreation committees [Oso and Hinchinbrooke] on these projects. Not only are they raising all the funds themselves, they are putting in tons of volunteer work making sure everything fits township policies. This kind of commitment from volunteers is a great asset to the township,” Neven said.

EOTA to manage K&P trail from Sharbot Lake to the North Frontenac border

Council approved a proposal from the Eastern Ontario Traills Alliance (EOTA) to assume management of the township trail on the former K&P rail line, from the trail head in Sharbot Lake all the way to the border with North Frontenac, just south of Robertsville. EOTA manages a network of multi-use trails in the region from their base in Tweed and does extensive marketing.

Noise, Refuse, and Safe Properties bylaws

Ken Gilpin, from Frontenac Municipal Bylaw Enforcement appeared before Council to discuss proposed updates to the Refuse and Safe Properties bylaws and the adoption of a new Noise bylaw. In addition, Council members talked about a new Sign bylaw. The matters were all deferred to a future meeting.

The Central Frontenac Soccer Association desperately needs volunteers to help run the 2016 soccer season for the young soccer players of our area. We only need six to eight volunteers to commit a few hours of work to run a successful soccer season for the kids this summer.

No experience is necessary to volunteer and the tasks vary from supervising games, helping with schedules and coaching teams among other jobs. Many hands make light work, and the work is fun and rewarding. The association is more than happy to train and assist all newcomers, so if you (and a friend?) are able to contribute a bit of time to keep the sport of soccer alive for the children of Central Frontenac, please call Lynette Whan (613) 279-2366 or Jen Saunders (613) 305-3214 by May 8. The future of the Central Frontenac Soccer Association is counting on you!