Lambeth Villager
December 2024 ISSUE 90
Holiday Greetings from the London Fire Department The London Fire Department (LFD) is wishing all residents of London a fire-safe holiday season. We offer this safety reminder that while fire can happen anywhere, at any time, it most often strikes when we let our guard down - when we’re distracted by the hustle and bustle of the holidays, by our cellphones, by the kids or by the doorbell. All it takes is for a pot to be left on the stove, or a candle left burning unattended, and a family’s holiday celebrations can turn to tragedy. “Never leave a cooking pot unattended on the stove, and consider using battery-operated or electric flameless candles,” says Deputy Fire Chief Matt Hepditch. Smoking is another leading cause of fires during the holiday season. “Make sure smokers extinguish cigarettes in large deep ashtrays – not in plant pots which may contain peat moss or shredded bark that can easily ignite,” continues Chief Hepditch. “Ashes should be emptied in a metal container – not the garbage can – and put outside.” The (LFD) also reminds you all to maintain working smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms in your home. Install smoke alarms on every storey of your home and outside all sleeping areas. CO alarms are required outside all bedrooms. Test your smoke and CO alarms every month and install new batteries if needed. Enjoy a fire-safe holiday season by following these tips: • Always stay in the kitchen when something is cooking on the stove.
• Place lit candles away from anything that can burn and out of the reach of children and pets where they can’t be knocked over. Remember to snuff out candles before leaving the room or going to bed. Consider using battery-operated or electric flameless candles. • Drink responsibly. Attempting to cook or smoke while under the influence of alcohol is too often a contributing factor in fatal fires. • Make sure the base of real Christmas trees are immersed in water at all times, to prevent them from getting too dry. • Check all sets of decorative lights before putting them up and discard any sets that are damaged. • Develop and practice a home fire escape plan so that everyone in your home knows what to do if smoke or CO alarms sound. From all of us at the LFD – Happy Holidays!
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Lambeth United Church holds annual Holly Berry Bazaar On Saturday, November 9th, the Lambeth United Church held their annual Christmas Bazaar. The church auditorium and hallways were absolutely packed with people from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. The three rooms set aside for a delicious lunchroom were also continuously full. Upstairs in the Narthex and all the aisles of the Sanctuary were full with ‘Attic Treasurers’. Folks enjoyed hunting for that slightly-used item to be treasured by a new family. Pictured below are some of the items at the ‘Christmas Time’ Table. The church would like to thank the community for once again supporting this annual Christmas church fundraiser.
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Lambeth Community Remembrance Day Service Held Sunday, November 3 at the cenotaph in Lambeth, cadets held vigil from 8 am to 1 pm. The service started at 12 noon.
Lambeth Villager Issue #90 December 2024 Your local community connector The 100% locally owned and produced Lambeth 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 and Ad Sales: Gloria Rae Gloria@villagerpublications.com (519) 495-4564 Graphic Artist: Cathy Wood All articles by Gloria Rae unless indicated otherwise. We’d love to hear from you. Contact Gloria@villagerpublications.com 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. Christmas at McLennan Flowers
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A November 2 Remember A November 2 Remember Tribute Show was held on November 9th at the Lambeth Legion. Here are a few of the imitator acts who entertained.
Picture 1 Tim McGraw Picture 2 Carrie underwood Picture 3 Garth Brooks Picture 4 Brooks and Dunn
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An update from Anna Hopkins Our Ward 9 City Councillor 519-661-2489, extension 4009 ahopkins@london.ca
Local businesses are the heart of our community, supporting events, sports teams, and charities. By choosing local shops, restaurants, and health clinics, you’re not only investing in your neighbours but in the fabric of Ward 9 itself. May this holiday season be filled with happiness and connection for you and your loved ones. As always, I’m here to listen and support. You can reach me at ahopkins@london.ca or www.annahopkins.ca. Don’t forget to sign up for my newsletter for regular updates. Take care of one another,
Exciting Updates for Ward 9 in 2025 As we look ahead to 2025, there’s plenty happening in our City and Ward 9. Here are some key updates to keep an eye on: • 2025 Tax Levy: Council will finalize the tax levy for the coming year. • Mobility Master Plan: The final report will be presented, setting the course for future transportation improvements. • Ward Boundary Review: Approval is expected, shaping representation for our growing city. • Infill Project: Updates on the proposed development at 1378-1398 Commissioners Road West. • Oxford Street Upgrades: Planning continues for improvements between Westdel Bourne and Sanatorium Road, with construction set to begin in 2026. • Colonel Talbot Road: The section south of Pack Road will reopen. • Ward 9 Information Session: Stay tuned for details on an upcoming session to connect and share updates with residents. This season, I encourage you to shop local and support businesses in West5, Byron, Lambeth, and across our ward.
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Thames Valley District School Board Update As the days grow shorter and the holiday break approaches, we reflect on a busy, productive fall. Thames Valley Education Foundation Have you heard of the Thames Valley Education Foundation (TVEF)? Founded in 2001, the TVEF is an independent charitable foundation affiliated with the Thames Valley District School Board. TVEF is dedicated to building community partnerships that enhance opportunities in our schools and enrich public education. TVEF hosts a number of fundraising events every year, which have a tremendous impact on students across the valley. Best First Day provides backpacks and school supplies to students in need. On Toonie Tuesdays, schools and families raise funds to support TVDSB students’ needs. An ongoing initiative, Employee Giving raises a huge component of TVEF’s funds every year as TVDSB staff donate much-needed dollars through automatic payroll deductions. There is also an annual fundraiser for the Caring Fund. This February, TVEF will raise funds with “A Journey Beneath the Waves” - an underwater-themed night of live music, a dance party, gaming trucks, sweet treats, and a Thames Valley student-inspired silent auction. The rest of TVEF’s funding comes from private donors and community grants. We are grateful for TVEF’s Caring Fund, which provides emergency funds to students and their families when they need it most. The Caring Fund helps students stay engaged with their school and provides opportunities for those who may face financial barriers to participate in school activities and events. It’s a vital resource that removes obstacles, helping students to thrive and succeed.
TVEF also supports hundreds of awards and scholarships that can make a huge difference in the lives of our students. For more information about TVEF, charitable giving, or scholarship opportunities, please visit the website: www.tvdsb.ca/en/our- board/thames-valley-education-foundation.aspx MPPs and Trustees In addition to Bring Your MPP to School events in May of each year, trustees meet with MPPs at the board office each fall to review challenges and shared opportunities for advocacy and action. On November 8th, we were thrilled to meet with local MPPs. We appreciate the chance to collaborate with our provincial partners who support our goal of providing an excellent education for all TVDSB students. Holiday Cheer In November and December, Thames Valley families of diverse cultures, religions and creeds will observe many important holidays and days of recognition. For a complete list, please visit calendar.tvdsb.ca. We had a fantastic time at Diwali Dhamaka 2024 on November 10th as guests of the Srishti Foundation, celebrating the Festival of Lights with a vibrant Lakshmi Puja and an enthusiastic crowd at Centennial Hall. We enjoyed performances by the Bollywood Dance School Canada and many other groups who absolutely sparkled on stage. The rain held off long enough for the grand finale — a special and stunning fireworks display — to light up the night. This event was a wonderful opportunity to experience the joy and cultural richness of our London community. Whatever you celebrate, we hope you wind up the year with joy and look forward to connecting with you in 2025.
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How Rotary helps with World Peace One of the tenets of Rotary’s seven areas of focus is World Peace. In promoting peace, Rotary encourages conversations to foster understanding within and across cultures. Today, over 70 million people are displaced as a result of conflict, violence, persecution, and human rights violations. Half of them are children. Rotary refuses to accept conflict as a way of life. Our projects provide training that fosters understanding and provides communities with the skills to resolve conflicts. As a humanitarian organization, peace is a cornerstone of Rotary’s mission. We believe when people work to create peace in their communities, that change can have a global effect. By carrying out service projects and supporting peace fellowships and scholarships, Rotary’s members take action to address the underlying causes of conflict, including poverty, discrimination, ethnic tension, lack of access to education, and unequal distribution of resources. Lambeth Rotary members are strong supporters of the Rotary Foundation, which provides funding for these projects and peace initiatives. If you would like more information about Lambeth Rotary, please contact the Club at lambeth.rotaryclub@gmail.com.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS by Peter Semchism 11 Ways to have a happy, healthy holiday Sponsored by Greenhills Pharmacy by Peter Semchism HEALTH & WELLNESS by Peter Semchism
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Dementia Could Happen to Anyone… Because Everyone Ages. The Facts The holidays can be a hectic and stressful time. That’s all the more reason to keep our health and wellness goals front and centre. In this season of giving, the best gift we can give ourselves is the gift of self-care. That’s because putting our health and wellness first allows us to replenish our energy reserves and build mental resilience. Here are some ways to take the stress out of the season and Bundle up for a walk around your neighbourhood to see all the twinkling lights, build a snowman or have a fun snowball fight with family and friends. A few minutes in the sunshine also raises vitamin D levels and is good for our bones, heart, and holiday mood. Plus, it will boost your mood and your immune system. Sleep well Peter Semchism add more joy. Get moving ementia is not a specific disease, but a general term that describes a adual decline of mental ability that affects your intellectual and social ills to the point where daily life becomes difficult. Dementia can affect ur memory, language skills and decision-making ability; impair your dgment and make you feel disoriented; and it may also affect your rsonality. ementia can be caused by many diseases that affect the brain. The ost common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. Others in- ude vascular, Lewy body, frontotemporal and mixed dementia. Types dementia differ based on underlying causes and can affect specific mptoms and how it progresses. mptoms and Complications Getting a good night’s sleep will not only help you dream of sugar plums, but it will also help you to rest and rejuvenate to be at your best this holiday season. A decent amount of shut-eye at any time of the year puts you in a better mood and sharpens your memory and focus. In the long term, adequate rest also helps lower your risk of heart disease. Give thanks Practice an attitude of gratitude. Write down the things you are grateful for, and let your friends, family members, co-workers, and colleagues know how much you appreciate them, even if by a simple text message. A few kind words can go a long way in making the holidays merry and bright for everyone. Get creativ e The holidays don’t need to take a toll on your health and pocketbook. Thoughtful gifts are often less expensive. So, get creative and see if your family and friends would want to do an alternative to traditional gifts, like sharing gifts of homemade food or spending time together. It will help everyone stick to their budget and release stress. Do a digital detox Put away the laptop and your phone and enjoy a day without distraction. A quick digital detox is a great opportunity to reduce stress and focus more on interaction with others. Spend time baking and decorating holiday cookies, cuddling with your kids and pets, or playing in the snow. Spending fewer hours in front of a screen will help make this the most wonderful time of the year for you and your family. Eat healthy mptoms of dementia can vary depending on the cause. For example, ople with Lewy body dementia often have long-lasting visual hallu- nations. Some forms of dementia also tend to affect people younger an others and progress faster. eatment and Prevention eatment of dementia may depend on the specific cause. Treatment of zheimer’s disease usually involves treating the declining memory and adually worsening behavioural symptoms with a range of medications hich may also be used in other forms of dementia), including: gnitive enhancing agents nquilizers tidepressants tianxiety medications ticonvulsants ementia Could Happen to Anyone… ecause Everyone Ages. e Facts Peter Semchism
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To advertise here, please contact Gloria@villagerpublications.com Treatment of dementia may depend on the specific cause. Treatment of Alzheimer’s disease usually involves treating the declining memory and gradually worsening behavioural symptoms with a range of medications You can’t properly care for others if you don’t care for yourself first. Spoil yourself with some “me time.” Read a book. Get pampered with a massage or manicure. Set a half hour or so increasing irritability, anxiety, depression, confusion, and restlessness increasing communication and language difficulties (forgetting words or substituting incorrect words) changes in personality, behaviour, or mood decreasing ability to focus and pay attention inability to plan and carry out tasks that require multiple steps (e.g. pay - ing bills). To be diagnosed with dementia, the symptoms must be severe enough to affect a person’s independence and their ability to perform everyday activities. Symptoms of dementia can vary depending on the cause. For example, people with Lewy body dementia often have long-lasting visual hallu- cinations. Some forms of dementia also tend to affect people younger than others and progress faster. Treatment and Prevention A lot of holiday customs are centred around food but it’s best to enjoy holiday sweets and treats in moderation. Choose fresh fruit as a substitute for candy and limit fats, salt, and sugary foods. In other words, dig out the popcorn for a family movie night; just go easy on the toppings. Indulge Dementia is not a specific disease, but a general term that describes a gradual decline of mental ability that affects your intellectual and social skills to the point where daily life becomes difficult. Dementia can affect your memory, language skills and decision-making ability; impair your judgment and make you feel disoriented; and it may also affect your personality. Dementia can be caused by many diseases that affect the brain. The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. Others in- clude vascular, Lewy body, frontotemporal and mixed dementia. Types of dementia differ based on underlying causes and can affect specific symptoms and how it progresses. Symptoms and Complications Many of us often experience forgetfulness. We may forget where we put the car keys or repeat the same story to a friend or family member. These behaviours are usually caused by the information overload of our busy, stressful lives – it doesn’t mean that we’re developing dementia. As people age, they may experience memory changes such as slowing of information processing. This type of change is normal and doesn’t interfere with day-to-day functioning. By contrast, dementia is disabling and not a normal part of aging. Although dementia often presents itself differently from person to per- son, common symptoms include: gradual loss of memory of recent events and lack of ability to learn new things increasing tendency to repeat oneself, misplacing objects, becoming confused and lost in familiar places slow disintegration of judgment and reasoning abilities any of us often experience forgetfulness. We may forget where we t the car keys or repeat the same story to a friend or family member. ese behaviours are usually caused by the information overload of our sy, stressful lives – it doesn’t mean that we’re developing dementia. people age, they may experience memory changes such as slowing information processing. This type of change is normal and doesn’t erfere with day-to-day functioning. By contrast, dementia is disabling d not a normal part of aging. hough dementia often presents itself differently from person to per- n, common symptoms include: adual loss of memory of recent events and lack of ability to learn new ngs creasing tendency to repeat oneself, misplacing objects, becoming nfused and lost in familiar places ow disintegration of judgment and reasoning abilities creasing irritability, anxiety, depression, confusion, and restlessness creasing communication and language difficulties (forgetting words or bstituting incorrect words) anges in personality, behaviour, or mood creasing ability to focus and pay attention ability to plan and carry out tasks that require multiple steps (e.g. pay - g bills). be diagnosed with dementia, the symptoms must be severe enough affect a person’s independence and their ability to perform everyday tivities. advertise here please contact Gloria@VillagerPublications.com Issue 45
each day for yoga or meditation. Inhale the festive fun and exhale the stressors. You’re worth it! Have fun Play has been shown to release endorphins, improve brain function, and stimulate creativity. Build a snow fort. Play a game. Have a dance party in your living room — and rock around the tree with your kids to the jingle bell rock. Give to others Do your part to keep the spirit of giving alive this season. Contribute to a food bank, a homeless shelter or mental wellness centre that could use your help this year. Charity does your heart good and helps increase social connections. Don’t have a lot of extra cash to give? Offer your time. Volunteering in person can be just as, if not more, helpful for some organizations in need. Let it go Focus only on what you can control. Don’t beat yourself up when you skip a workout or worry when you can’t find everything on your child’s wish list. De-stressing and recharging your batteries are the best ways to truly enjoy the season. Listen to musi c Create a relaxing playlist of favourite holiday tunes and listen while you wrap your gifts or trim your tree. It’ll raise your spirits and chase away those seasonal blues. Warm wishes for a healthy, happy holiday season. And take good care of yourselves. Always keep in mind that we are here for you and your needs. Please feel free to give us a call. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your health or medications you can reach us at 519-652-9066.
Peter Semchism is a Pharmacist at Greenhills Pharmacy in Lambeth. Be prepared for the eventuality that your loved one’s condition will dete- riorate over time and additional full-time personal care may be needed. In some situations, placement in a nursing home is in the best interests of the individual and their family. Peter Semchism is a Pharmacist at Greenhills Pharmacy in Lambeth. information card: Reduce the risk of wandering and getting lost by pro- viding a pocket card with the person’s name, address, and phone num- ber. safety: Make your home environment as safe as possible by keeping furniture in the same place, removing clutter, installing locks on medi- cine cabinets, and setting the water heater at a low temperature to avoid scalding. driving: Don’t allow someone with dementia to drive a vehicle. Drive them or arrange for rides wherever they need to go. Caring for someone with dementia can be difficult. It requires under - standing, patience, and compassion. Joining an Alzheimer’s disease caregiver’s support group in your community may be helpful. There is no treatment that can “cure” Alzheimer’s disease, nor are there medication that can halt or reverse the brain damage caused by it. How- ever, there are medications that can relieve symptoms and slow down the progression of the disease. Medications such as donepezil*, riv- astigmine, and galantamine may be used to slow down memory loss. Prevention of stroke is important for vascular dementia. If you have high blood pressure or cholesterol, transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), or have had a stroke, you should seek continued treatment for these conditions to prevent future strokes. The key to caring for and helping people with dementia is to focus on the many activities the person can still do safely. Encourage a person with dementia to continue daily routines and maintain social relationships as much as possible. Help them maintain a healthy lifestyle through exer- cise, proper nutrition, and fluid intake. Special diets and supplements are generally unnecessary. If you are caring for someone with dementia, the following may be help- ful: reminders: Provide written lists of things to do including times, places, and phone numbers to help the person complete the task. structure and stability: Minimize undue noise and disturbances to re- duce anxiety. establish routines: Daily and bedtime routines can reduce disorientation and anxiety. speaking slowly and calmly: Present one thought or instruction at a time.
Lambeth Villager • December 2024 • Page 11 driving: Don’t allow someone with dementia to drive a them or arrange for rides wherever they need to go. Caring for someone with dementia can be difficult. It r standing, patience, and compassion. Joining an Alzhe caregiver’s support group in your community may be he Be prepared for the eventuality that your loved one’s con riorate over time and additional full-time personal care m In some situations, placement in a nursing home is in th of the individual and their family. Peter Semchism is a Pharmacist at Greenhills Pharmac information card: Reduce the risk of wandering and gett viding a pocket card with the person’s name, address, a ber. safety: Make your home environment as safe as possi furniture in the same place, removing clutter, installing cine cabinets, and setting the water heater at a low tempe scalding. There is no treatment that can “cure” Alzheimer’s diseas medication that can halt or reverse the brain damage cau ever, there are medications that can relieve symptoms the progression of the disease. Medications such as astigmine, and galantamine may be used to slow down Prevention of stroke is important for vascular dementia. I blood pressure or cholesterol, transient ischemic attacks had a stroke, you should seek continued treatment for th to prevent future strokes. The key to caring for and helping people with dementia is many activities the person can still do safely. Encourage dementia to continue daily routines and maintain social r much as possible. Help them maintain a healthy lifestyle cise, proper nutrition, and fluid intake. Special diets an are generally unnecessary. If you are caring for someone with dementia, the followin ful: reminders: Provide written lists of things to do including and phone numbers to help the person complete the tas structure and stability: Minimize undue noise and distu duce anxiety. establish routines: Daily and bedtime routines can reduc and anxiety. speaking slowly and calmly: Present one thought or i time. Lambeth Villager Page 7
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Hot off the Shelves Reviewed by Luanne Oliver Christmas by the Book by Anne Marie Ryan What’s Happening at Landon Library Submitted by Ashleigh Hickey Cursive Writing (Ages 8+) January 20, 2024 10:30 am – noon (Registered) Come learn the benefits of cursive writing and try your hand at some pangrams with Dez, a local archivist. PA Day Creativity Break (Teen) February 2, 2024 3:00 – 4:30 pm (Drop-In) Old South Community Organization AGM and OSCOR Awards
Christmas in Chestnut Ridge by Nancy Naigle Yes, another seasonal read! Nancy Naigle takes us to Christmas in Chestnut Ridge. Sheila is our lead character – and her life is not what she wants. She’s successful in business, but not in love. Her best friend has moved to Chestnut Ridge and insists that Sheila come to her new home for Christmas. She reluctantly agrees. Well, Chestnut Ridge celebrates Christmas in a really big way! There’s some great ideas scattered throughout the book. These celebrations are all tied together by a large group of supporting characters. Including Tucker, the town’s Fire Chief and all round beloved good guy. So, what do you think might happen next? Uh huh, Tucker and Sheila hit it off. The sparks fly – but will they ignite? Naigle really does a nice job of portraying the community, its’ values and caring for all members of their town. I like comfort reading when the snow starts, twinkle lights appear, Christmas cookies abound and so much more. This was a classic Christmas tale. Kung Fu & Tai Chi School EXPERIENCE MARTIAL ARTS AND WELLNESS BOOK A TRIAL CLASS AT https://kungfu-taichi.ca Dedicated classes for children • Day Camps Classes for teens, adults and seniors. (226) 998-8703 Enhance Physical Health, Confidence and Self Esteem with Sifu Carlos Ferraz The organization is keeping tabs on the Victoria bridge reconstruction on Ridout, currently out to tender, and noted that the redevelopment of Wharncliffe and Horton will have substantial impacts on the community in near future. Expansion of the Heritage Conservation District is also something that will be studied. 190 Wortley Rd. Martial Arts and Wellness Programs in the Heart of Wortley Village Breakfast, Women’s Breakfast, Halloween in the Village and the Community Breakfast Program. Keep watch on the OSCO Facebook page for updates on the Chili Cook-Off planned (pandemic permitting) for February, Gathering on the Green in June, Jazz & Blues in August and Halloween in October. “Be sure to get your Christmas Tree December 4th. Enjoy Christmas in the Village and the Christmas Market back this year!” said Margaret. OSCOR Award to Gemmell Neilson OSCO recognized volun- teer Gemmell Neilson for her coordination of volunteers for the Christmas Trees sales for a number of years. Gemmell also welcomes Vendors to the Gathering on the Green each year. She is also a volunteer for Museum London. A lover of rescue dogs and you will frequently see her walking dogs for neighbours. Thank you, Gemmell! Read more from Luanne at luanne-abookwormsworld.blogspot.co m
Page 12 Lambeth Villager • December 2024 To advertise here, please contact Cathy@villagerpublications.com 6/7/18 12:03 PM CELEBRATING THE SPECIAL OCCASIONS IN YOUR LIFE CELEBRATING THE SPECIAL OCCASIONS IN YOUR LIFE Page 14 Wortley Villager • December 2021 CamillaDER.indd 1 CELEBRATING THE SPECIAL OCCASIONS IN YOUR LIFE 760 Hyde Park Road, London | www.gordonsgold.ca | 519-473-3988 CELEBRATING THE SPECIAL OCCASIONS IN YOUR LIFE CELEBRATING THE SPECIAL OCCASIONS IN YOUR LIFE 760 Hyde Park Road, London | www.gordonsgold.ca | 519-473-3988 I know where I would be spending much of my time if I lived in this village – at the bookstore. I created vivid mental pictures of the shop with Ryan’s descriptions. Cosy, creaky floors, a working fireplace, large easy chairs by that fire, a children’s area, book clubs, events and so much more. Nora and Simon live above the shop – don’t you think that would be a fabulous flat to live in! Oh, and there’s a shop dog too. 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Nora and her husband, Simon have run a bookshop in their small British AlvegoRoot Theatre Trivia Night Manor Park Memorial Hall, 11 Briscoe Street For ticket information and to learn more about AlvegoRoot’s 2024 season, visit www.alvegoroottheatre.com “The OSCO Team did an awesome job on Virtual Gathering: Mario the Music Production work, Eric did a fabulous job on MCing, Amanda Silent Auction, Sam coordinating our Virtual Vendors, Nicole on vinettes, Deb and Dave for their support and Gordon for sorting out the finances. Shayne and Monica provided the Village Ride, ReForest London gave away trees and Growing Chefs provided a wonderful Tea for Two Takeaway. Also this year we encouraged the community to unplug with two scavenger hunts and purchased gift cards from our business community to provide support”. town for over thirty years. But as Christmas approaches, the writing is on the wall – and the bailiff at the door. The shop will close after the Christmas season. The pair are determined to thank the village for all their support over the years. Simon comes up with the idea of anonymously giving a Christmas book to those who might need a pick-me-up. I loved all the titles referenced throughout the book, but especially those seasonal titles. Ryan’s love of books and bookshops is evidenced on every page. Now, those books are wrapped, so Nora simply drops one in each of the mail slots, not knowing who is going to get what title. Here’s the Christmas magic bit that I loved – each of the books is perfect for the recipient in one way or another and...... well you’re going to have to read Christmas by the Book to find out the rest. I loved Nora as a lead character. She’s someone you’d love to have for a friend. Nora and Simon’s relationship is lovingly drawn and is believable. The villagers are a lovely mixed bunch and are again, folks you’d love to have as neighbours and friends. It’s time to be creative! Drop by your local library to take a break and create. Craft supplies may vary, chill vibes only. STEAM, Saturdays (Family) February 3, 2024 10:00 – 11:00 am (Drop-In) Drop-in to explore a variety of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math related activities! The Old South Community Organization (OSCO) AGM was held in November. President Margaret Hopkins advised that the organization had invested over $33,000 into the community over the year. A large sum to the Landon Library afforded them the opportunity to provide Music for the Virtual Gathering and a Seed Library at the back door as well as some excellent programing. “We have worked with community partners to address the issues of housing and food insecurity,” said Margaret. “Even during a pandemic we worked with the City to install two more bike racks, replace two trees on the green and plant Hope Gardens on the ‘Green’ with thanks to the City of London, Friends of the Civic Garden Complex, Baseline Nurseries, Parkway Gardens, Van Luyk’s, Sue Baker, Sherry Masse, Rikie Schieven, Ben Porchuk and Veronika Bauer and to Jessica Robertson for the design and her the entire family with planting. We thank Jay of Studio 73 for freshening the OSCO Web Page” (https://oscolondon.ca). Your Perfect Match awaits you at The London Animal Care Centre and The Catty Shack! 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The Village of Lights by Doris Bond-Montgomery for the Westminster Township Historical Society Over the years, the Village at the Crossroads has been known by several names. It was in 1856 that John Chalmers, the postmaster who had emigrated from Lambeth, England, petitioned the Upper Canada government to change the name to Lambeth. His request was officially granted in 1857. The Christmas season of 1954 was Lambeth’s first year in the spotlight of Dominion-wide publicity. Ted and Ruth Bacon had seen a lighted and decorated street in a small town in the USA a few years earlier. Ted had taken many coloured slides to show their David Street neighbours back home. Ruth, a set designer with London Little Theatre, took it upon herself to organize her neighbours to decorate for the Christmas season. So, David St. was decorated with coloured lights and Christmas symbols. The following year, with Ruth’s enthusiastic prodding, all of Lambeth was decorated with nativities, some with live animals, snowmen, spotlights and Christmas lights of every colour. There was barely a house in Lambeth that was not fully decorated. The traffic became so bad in 1956 that at one peak period, 1300 cars passed through the village. A chart of Lambeth streets appeared in the London Free Press with directions: “To see decorations, motorists should turn onto Campbell Street. Londoners driving South on Highway 2 should turn left off Highway 2 at Campbell St, then right off Campbell to Marianna”. One Ontario Provincial Policeman must have wondered about the direction his career was taking when, one Sunday night, he was out directing traffic at the corner of Marianna and Campbell Streets. A London Free Press story reported that five policemen were not enough to unscramble the traffic jam caused by literally thousands of cars pouring through the village. This is how and when Lambeth became known as “The Village of Lights.” This tradition, a testament to the community’s commitment to preserving its heritage, carried on for several years. Then, in 1986, the Lambeth Business Association (LBA) endeavoured to restore this reputation. They purchased Golden Shooting Star Christmas lights and installed them on Main St. with the help of volunteers. On November 28, the public was invited to a brief ceremony in front of Main Street Munchies & Maplewood Quilts and Yarns, “The Carley House,” for the turning on of the lights, complete with a visit from Santa Claus and hot chocolate served to the chilled by-standers. The Township Council decided this was not a job for volunteers, so the municipality took over installing and removing the lights each year. The LBA was still responsible for the cost.
In conjunction with this, the LBA sponsored a competition for the most attractive home display, with judging to take place on December 22. The winner received a small plaque and, of course, their picture in the Lambeth News-Star. This competition continued for several years. Several business owners had moved on to other endeavours, so the Lambeth Business Association had to disband. However, the Lambeth Horticultural Society quietly stepped up and took over, ensuring that Main Street was still decorated for Christmas. The Lambeth Community Association took back the responsibility for a few years, and then, in the early 2000s, the Lambeth Rotary Club stepped up and took over. In 2024, Main St. will again have the colourful green Christmas tree lights and many households will also light up, reminding us that Lambeth is still “the Village of Lights.”
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Across 1 Scrooge’s first love 3 Scrooge’s dear sister 4 The biggest this in all of London 9 Scrooge’s nephew 11 “God bless us ________” 12 Scrooge’s surname in Mickey’s Christmas Carol 13 How Scrooge’s sister & mother died 14 He runs into the Charwoman, and Laundress in the pawn shop 16 Star of 1951 movie Scrooge 17 Where scrooge first sees Jacob 18 “Are there no _________”
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