Celebrating National Ice Cream Day |
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Sunday, July 17 was National Ice Cream Day and Karl and Arthur visited Slinky's Ice Cream in Tecumseh to celebrate! What a great way to cool off during this heatwave. |
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Derek, Kevin and Stephen recently reconnected after two years and chose to go see the new Minions movie! Looks like they had a great time! |
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After over two years of not seeing each other, Anna has recently connected with a group of friends who receive Supported Independent Living supports. Everyone was thrilled to be spending time together again!
They enjoyed hiking out to the tip of Point Pelee and visiting the birds at Jack Miner's in Kingsville.
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Caregivers are a fundamental part of the healthcare system in Canada and play an important role in helping people with intellectual disabilities live full, active, meaningful lives.
Frequently, a family member takes on the role of caregiver for a loved one living with an intellectual disability. Although the love and care that families provide is incomparable, it can lead to caregiver burnout. Caregiver burnout is a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion, which can happen when help isn’t available, or if a caregiver tries to do more than he or she has the time, money, or energy to manage.
Many healthcare experts have been reporting for the past few years that caregiver burnout is becoming quite worrisome, not just for people receiving care but for the caregivers themselves.
If a caregiver is burnt out, the stability and quality of care wavers. In addition, the caregiver can often feel guilt for wanting to take a break and thus neglect their self-care to prioritize care for their loved ones. This can be exacerbated if the caregiver feels as though they are alone and that no one can understand their struggle.
Do you identify with these struggles? Do you feel burnout? Ensemble is here to help and we have resources to assist you. See the links below for more information and reach out to us if you’d like to talk.
Olivia, Jessica, and the Ensemble Committee
Call or email Ensemble
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Charity Golf Classic a Success!
Par for the Course!
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After a two year absence due to COVID-19 restrictions, we hosted our annual Charity Golf Classic at Sutton Creek Golf Club last week. The tournament, in its 30th year, had a field of 118 golfers, including representatives from five municipalities: Leamington, Amherstburg, Lakeshore, LaSalle, and Kingsville all vying for bragging rights for the annual Municipal Cup Challenge. The Municipal Cup is awarded to the municipal team with the best low score; the Municipality of Leamington came out on top.
Thank you to all of the golfers, sponsors, and volunteers for their support. We can’t thank you enough!
Proceeds from our Charity Golf Classic are directed to summer supports to provide resources to families over the summer months when their children are not in school.
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First Nation Symbols Coming to Kingsville |
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A crosswalk in downtown Kingsville will soon have a new art design showcasing sacred Indigenous teachings. The designs were brought forward by Caldwell First Nation, Kingsville artist Brianne Taggart and graphic artist Kristine Verbeek. Brianne Taggart is also a New Day, Leaders of Today self-advocate and receives supports from Community Living Essex County. Way to go Brianne!
The artwork is the first of its kind in the Kingsville region, but those involved hope it's not the last.
The fish crosswalk will be located at Pearl Street West and Division Street South and represent displaced Indigenous souls that are returning home to Lake Erie.
Renderings of the artwork coming to a part of Kingsville show a crosswalk with colourful fish swimming south and a circular pathway with animals and their associated Indigenous value.
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Windsor Public Library Movies in the Park |
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The Windsor Public Library has scheduled two outdoor movies this summer.
On July 22nd at Forest Glade Optimist Park, the feature will be Peter Rabbit 2 and on August 19th, Sing 2 will be screened at Fontainebleau Park.
The fun begins at 7:00 pm at both locations with the movies to commence at sundown. People planning on attending should bring their own lawn chairs, blankets and refreshments.
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Amherstburg’s Gone Car Crazy Show
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Amherstburg’s Gone Crazy Annual Car Show is back in town!
For one day only, Sunday, July 24th, hundreds of classic cars of all shapes, sizes, from all different towns and cities and years will descend upon the streets of downtown Amherstburg. From Street Rods to Rat Cars to Muscles Cars and more you won’t want to miss this free event.
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Leamington Marina Patio Nights |
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Visit the Leamington Marina patio Friday nights from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm to enjoy live entertainment from great local musicians!
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Friday, July 22nd – Ryan & Crystal Gage
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Friday, August 5th – Dawn & Elvis
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Friday, August 12th – Echo Steps
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Friday, August 26th – Kristopher & Jim
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Friday, September 2nd – Back 2 Back
The Leamington Marina is located at 90 Robson Rd, in Leamington.
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Let the new tradition of Ribfest in Leamington commence! Turning up the grill, upping the ante and planning for a bigger and more unique event has been the focus. Exciting changes are sure to satisfy your rib cravings, quench your thirst, and get you moving to the best bands in Ontario!
Ribfest takes place July 21st - 24th at the Leamington District Agricultural Society, 194 Erie St. N.
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Use Balloons to Make Your Own Button Bowls |
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Make a beautiful art piece for your home. This can be an amazing art showpiece at home and is useful too!
Materials:
- Balloon (large)
- White glue
- Colourful buttons
Directions:
- Blow the balloon to its full size and tie it.
- Reverse the balloon and let it sit in a container.
- Rub glue smoothly to half of the balloon, as displayed in the image.
- Stick the colourful buttons of your choice all over where glue is applied.
- Let it dry completely.
- Now burst the balloon, and you can see the buttons sticking well to each other.
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Fawlty Towers
The series focuses on the exploits and misadventures of short-fused hotelier Basil Fawlty and his energetic wife Sybil, as well as their employees. One of British TV's greatest ever sitcoms. Now streaming on Prime.
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Fresh Mango Salsa
This simple and colourful mango salsa is super easy to make! It’s sweet, spicy and absolutely delicious. Serve this fresh mango salsa with chips, on tacos or salads, or as a salad itself. It’s that good.
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Laughter is the Best Medicine |
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Which of these would be hardest to live without?
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Television and streaming services
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Who is your favourite superhero?
Batman ~ 18.4%
Wonder Woman ~ 15.8%
Thor ~ 15.8%
Dr. Strange ~ 5.3%
I am my own superhero ~ 44.7%
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