Message from the Mayor Hello everyone,
The longest day of the year – the summer solstice on June 20th – is almost here. As you know, in Canada this means we’re officially ending the “snow” season and starting the “construction” season! You might recall hearing about the Middlesex Centre (MXC) Asset Management Plan (AMP), the guiding document for planning infrastructure projects including bridges, roads and other structures, during the municipal budget process. This summer you’ll see work underway on projects identified in that plan including not only roads and bridges but at Community Centres, parks and sports fields as well. Check the MXC website for up-to-date information on repair and maintenance projects, to learn about road closures, and for other updates. Thank you for your patience as we work on these important projects that will ensure continued service and safety for residents. As the end of the school year approaches, you may also be thinking about recreational and family activities for the months ahead. There’s lots to do and see in MXC and across Middlesex County. One upcoming event in MXC is the annual Poplar Hill Picnic on June
Aina DeViet, Mayor 519.666.0190 x 5234 deviet@middlesexcentre.ca www.middlesexcentre.ca
Northern Lights over Songbird Lane. Photo by Luke Holst. Ilderton and Area Villager Issue #36 June 2024 Your local community connector The 100% locally owned and produced Ilderton and Area Villager is published ten times a year with thousands delivered free to area residences, set out at local venues, and posted online at www.villagerpublications.com Publisher: Barb Botten P.O. Box 134, Lambeth Station Ontario N6P 1P9 Barb@villagerpublications.com 519-282-7262 Managing Editor & Advertising: Tami Martin Tami@villagerpublications.com 519-851-0961 All articles written by Tami Martin unless otherwise noted. Graphic Artist: Cathy Wood Copyright @ 2015 Villager Publications. All rights reserved. This magazine or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of the Publisher. Information presented has been compiled from sources believed to be accurate at the time of printing however the Publisher assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
6th, so pencil it in for a great day of games, food and fun. Check out the Visit Middlesex website (visitmiddlesex.ca) and discover places to dine, shop and play. And don’t forget about our local conservation areas, which offer opportunities to get outside to explore nature while getting some exercise. Five different watersheds comprise MXC, which means everyone in our geography is not too far from a park, walking trail or kayaking/canoeing opportunity. When you think about all the opportunities we have to connect with our communities, to enjoy nature and experience or learn about new things, it is easy to understand how Middlesex Centre really is in the “centre of it all”! I’ll look forward to seeing you out and about! Until next time,
Aina Welcome Ailsa Craig and Nairn!
Villager Publications and The Ailsa Craig 150th Anniversary Committee would like to welcome the residents of Ailsa Craig and Nairn to the distribution of the Ilderton and Area Villager this month. Ailsa Craig turns 150 this year – and the famous Gala Days is celebrating its 50th anniversary! A few things to expect at the celebrations on July 26, 27 and 28: on Friday night there will be a Tween/Teen Foam Dance Party. The Ausable Singers start the Saturday events by singing O Canada . There will be fun and games for kids with bouncy
castles and more on Saturday, including the Highland Games and Sim School of Highland Dance Performers. The Forest Legion and The London Firefighters Pipe Bands will perform throughout the day. Ten Heavy Athletes, all members of The Canadian Scottish Athletic Federation, will compete in the sanctioned Heavy Events, including the Caber Toss, Stone Toss, Hammer Throw, Weight Throw for Height, Weight Throw for Distance, and the Sheaf Toss. The Youth Bluewater Tug of War Team will put on a pulling demonstration and competition. There will also be Food Truck Wars, a lovely roast beef dinner, live music, and dancing with the Pure Country Video Dance Party. And to close out the Highland Games celebrations on Saturday evening, a concert will be performed by MudMen!
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Admission is FREE for the whole family at this AGCO-licensed event, but please bring a lawn chair on Saturday if you have one. #GetInvolvedAC Don’t miss out – mark your calendars now!
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