VOL. 3 SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2013 NO. 5 Citizen of the Year Congratulations to Edith Woods upon being named as the 2013 Delta Citizen of the Year at the Delta Fair. Noted as a quiet woman who works tirelessly behind the scenes, Edith has committed a lifetime of support to the United Church of Canada and its many affiliated projects. Photo M.P.P. Steve Clark (l) and M.P. Gord Brown (r) congratulate 2013 Citizen of the Year Edith Woods (centre). Youth Award of Excellence Connor Pearson is the recipient of the 2013 Youth Award of Excellence! Connor is an enthusiastic, dedicated youth volunteer who works hard to support the Delta Athletic and Recreation Society, the Delta Legion, the Delta United Church and the Delta Agricultural Society. Congratulations Connor! Photo Rideau Lakes Mayor Ronald Holman (r) is shown presenting Connor Pearson (l) with an additional Recognition Award on behalf of the municipality. Rideau Lakes Vintage Riders Rally (Aka the OBs Picnic) The 12 th Annual Vintage Riders Rally will be held at Lower Beverley Lake Park on September 7 th and 8 th. The weekend is dedicated to vintage motorcycles, vintage riders, and riding the great roads of the Frontenac Axis. This is a family based event. Saturday s main events include the Road Run, field games, a chicken barbeque from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and an evening musical concert by Redneck Blvd. from 7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The Concours of Vintage Motorcycles will be held on Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. with the trophies being presented at 11:30 a.m. Breakfast will be available on-site both mornings with lunch being served on Saturday. For more rally details, contact Ernie at 613-928-2841 or through email to ernie@oldbastards.ca Delta Pilot. A Public Service of the Lower Beverley Lake Park Management Board September 1 st, 2013 Page 1 of 8
Terry Fox Run for Cancer Research The 2013 Edition of the Terry Fox Run for Cancer Research will be held in Delta on Sunday, September 15 th. Based at the Delta Fair Grounds, the event will begin with the registration desk opening at 8:00 a.m. Participants will begin their scenic walk / run through the Village and Lower Beverley Lake Park at 10:00 a.m. For more information regarding the event or to receive pledge sheets, please contact Yvonne Olson at 613-928-2741 or 613-924-2736. We need your support! The Terry Fox Foundation firmly believes in its obligation to be fully transparent in all matters relating to fiscal reporting. With only 3 cents of every dollar going towards administration and 10 cents going towards fund raising costs, the Foundation is an industry leader in fund raising accountability. To date, over $550 million has been raised worldwide for research in Terry s name through the Annual Terry Fox Run. Looking to Dispose of Unwanted Materials? The Delta United Church is collecting scrap metal, copper, and lead acid batteries as a fund raising project in support of their building fund. Materials may be placed in the container at the rear of 34 King Street, Delta. Call Mac at 613-928-2353 for additional information. Thank you for NOT depositing regular household waste in the recycling bin. Delta Fair THANK YOU 183 rd Annual Edition The Board of Directors of the Delta Agricultural Society would like to acknowledge all of the Volunteers, Sponsors, Exhibitors and Participants who supported the 2013 Delta Fair. Because of your interest, dedication, loyalty and enthusiasm, the 183 rd Anniversary Edition nurtured countless unforgettable moments for all! Thanks again and we look forward to seeing you next year! July 24 th to 27 th, 2014 Delta Pilot. A Public Service of the Lower Beverley Lake Park Management Board September 1 st, 2013 Page 2 of 8
Results from the 2013 Fair July 25 th - 28 th, 2013 Class A-Antique Tractor Pull Under 3700 lb.: Dan Clement, Napanee 3700-4700 lb.: Dan Clement, Napanee 4701-5700 lb.: Brad Haaksman, Napanee 5701-6700 lb.: Shawn Lowry, Lyndhurst 6701-7700 lb.: Glenn Cowan, Athens 7701-8700 lb.: Glenn Cowan, Athens Over 8700 lb.: Henry Toekstra, Picton Class B-Lawn Mower Pull 8-10 HP: Nick Ranger, Alexandria 11-12 HP: Chris Rose, Kars 13-14 HP: Nick Ranger, Alexandria 15 HP and Over: Nick Ranger, Alexandria Class C-4H Dairy / Sheep / Cloverbuds Participation by Leeds County Clubs Class D-Horse Draw Light Class: Under 3400 lb.: Shawn Gaby, Cazabazua, Quebec Heavy Class: Over 3400 lb.: Brent Gaby, Cazabazua, Quebec Class E-Goats Alpine: Cheri Penny, Little Britain La Mancha: Cheri Penny, Little Britain Nubian: Melissa McLaughlin, Seeley s Bay Saanen: Cheri Penny, Little Britain Toggenburg: Cheri Penny, Little Britain Recorded Grades: Lori Hird, Tamworth Class F-Family Horse Show Pee Wee: Jordan Bailey, Napanee Junior: Jake Thompson, Napanee Senior: Meghan Desjardins, Napanee Class G-Western Horse Show Junior: Gillian Merkley, Ottawa Senior: Anne Scarf, Ottawa Class H-Grains / Grasses: Sam Grant, Elgin Class I-Eggs: Joan Irvine, Smiths Falls Class J-Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit: Joan Irvine, Smiths Falls Class K-Maple Syrup: Darrell Halladay, North Augusta Class K-Maple Produce: Greg Halladay, Mallorytown Class L-Honey: Len Vincent, Delta Class M-Home Baking: Ruth McCallum, Kingston Class N-Canned / Bottled Goods: Alma White, Delta Class N2-Home Brewing: No Entries Class P-Crafts: Evelyn Knapp, Plum Hollow Class Q-Art / Photography: Laurie Weir, Chantry Class R-Flowers and Plants: Pat Best, Elgin Class S-Homecraft: Joan Irvine, Smiths Falls Class T-Senior Work: Mary Outram, Spencerville Class U-Junior Work Ages 6 and Under: Samara Steacy, Elgin Ages 7 to 11 years: Leota Weeks, Lyndhurst Ages 12 to 16 years: Claire French, Portland New Exhibitor Homecraft Prize Percy Burke, Kingston Elementary School Competition St. Edward s School, Westport Parade Results Best Band on Parade: Brockville Pipe Band Best Float Representing an Organization: Lower Beverley Lake Association Best Float Representing a Business: Wing s Live Bait, Lyndhurst Best Antique Motor Vehicle: Brent Hodgins, Delta Best Team of Horses: Kathy & Marwin Antoine, Lyndhurst Best Novelty: Major, Elgin Best Fire Unit on Parade: Leeds-Grenville Fire Support Unit, Brockville Oldest Fire Unit on Parade: Delta Mini King: Knowlton Larabie, Delta Mini Queen: Lily Whitteker, Athens Mini Prince: Alex Wood, Lyndhurst Mini Princess: Mya Jackson, Portland Citizen of the Year: Edith Woods Youth Award of Excellence: Connor Pearson Fair Ambassador Program Ambassador: Brittany Carkner, Mallorytown Runner Up: Taylor Halladay, Crosby 50/50 Draw Winner: PJ Livingston, Delta Cow Chip Bingo Winner: Erica Sortberg, Elgin Attendance (unaudited): 9,000 Delta Pilot. A Public Service of the Lower Beverley Lake Park Management Board September 1 st, 2013 Page 3 of 8
Lower Beverley Lake Park Summer of 2013 Events for the Entire Family Labour Day Weekend August 30 Karaoke 7:00 p.m. August 31 Kid s Bingo 10:00 a.m. August 31 Entertainment: Eddy & the Stingrays 1:00 p.m. August 31 Bingo 7:00 p.m. September 1 Bob Bradford Memorial Horseshoe Tournament 9:00 a.m. September 7-8 Old Bastards Motorcycle Rally ATM For the convenience of our campers and members of the general public, an automated teller machine has been installed in the Gate House. Propane Tank Exchange Program-available only until Thanksgiving Weekend Lower Beverley Lake Park is once again offering a propane tank exchange for the convenience of our customers and members of the general public. Empty 20 pound tanks may be exchanged for full tanks provided that the tank issuance date is not prior to 2005. Tanks with propane may also be purchased at the Gate House as well. History of the Baptist Congregation Established under the leadership of the Rev. Elder Abel Stevens, Sr. in 1811, a dedicated group of 20 parishioners met to discuss the construction of a much needed Baptist Church. Under Stevens leadership, the walls and roof were erected but because of financial restraints, the interior remained incomplete. Seeking assistance to complete the building, both Methodist and Anglican congregations worshiped in the church until 1864 when the church was sold to the Anglican Church of Canada for $1.00 at which time, the church was renamed St. Paul s. For the next 15 years, the Baptist Congregation worshipped with their fellow church members in Phillipsville. In 1879, Delta residents decided that they should have their own chapel and so, on a lot which was purchased for $125 by Nicholas Mattice, a Baptist Chapel was constructed in 1880 with red bricks from the Russell brick yard (now Lower Beverley Lake Park). The church was dedicated on December 19 th, 1880 by the Rev. A. Cameron from Ottawa. Additions to the Church were made in 1929 to accommodate a Sunday School room and in 1997 when the Memorial Hall was constructed. A special service will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, September 15 th to celebrate the 133 rd Anniversary of the congregation in the current building. There will be a potluck lunch following the service. Members of the general public are welcome to attend. Delta Pilot. A Public Service of the Lower Beverley Lake Park Management Board September 1 st, 2013 Page 4 of 8
News from the Lower Beverley Lake Association On July 20 th, Tim Wood, a Species at Risk Coordinator with the Leeds & Grenville Stewardship Council, spoke about the species at risk in Ontario. Under cover of the Bradford Pavilion at Lower Beverley Lake Park, Tim noted that there are over 200 species at risk in Ontario. Of the 7 types of turtles found in Ontario, 6 of these are at risk! The causes for species to be at risk are numerous: habitat loss, fragmentation or land use change (when a highway or new marina cuts through the habitat of a species), introduction of an alien species, climate changes, persecution by humans and road mortality are just a few. Over 70 young people and their families as well as other interested lake residents came out to hear Tim speak. Tim had many models to show some of the species that are at risk but the hit of the morning was a gray rat snake borrowed from Murphy s Point Provincial Park. With a theme of The Lower Beverley Lake Hillbillies, the Lake Association won first prize for their float in the Delta Fair Parade! Thanks to all who helped construct the float and participated in the parade. Members portrayed their own version of Granny, Jed, Jethro, and Ellie May as well as our musicians Kathy and Nick, a few scattered hillbillies and Hal in the outhouse! A big thank-you is extended to Mensen s Farm for donating the use of the trailer. While the Annual Lake Clean-Up was officially rained out this year, there were a valiant few who did venture out. Thank you to everyone who continue to support and volunteer for events sponsored by LBLA. The flotilla returned this year with a hillbilly theme. It was a beautiful day for a ride around the lake. The Annual Picnic was another fun event with lots of good food and some fun hillbilly games... toss the cow patty, whack-a-squirrel (no live animals were harmed), and the frog hop. If you missed any of these events join in the fun next year! Besides fun events, the Association also tests / tracks the water quality and quantity and works with the surrounding municipalities on issues concerning Lower Beverley Lake. You can find out more information on our website www.lbla.net and like us on Facebook. Delta Pilot. A Public Service of the Lower Beverley Lake Park Management Board July 1 st, 2013 Page 5 of 8
News from the The Delta Mill Society The temporary exhibit Mill, River and Flour has been well received. The feedback from guests has been very positive stating that the modules have been interactive, informative and interesting. The Delta Mill Society Chicken BBQ in the park was a great success. A vote of thanks is extended to Lower Beverley Lake Park for providing the facilities. The Stone Mill Café, which is located in the Old Town Hall, has been open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday since July. It continues to be successful and attendance is growing every week. A special thank you is extended to Anne Youldon for volunteering her time and creating fabulous soups and dishes. Bread served in the café and sold at the Mill is made from our own stone ground flour. It is prepared by the Blue Squirrel Bakery of Seeley s Bay and it s delicious! The Old Town Hall was officially opened at an Ontario Trillium Foundation Recognition event on July 19 th with guest speakers Mayor Ron Holman and MPP Steve Clark. There was good press coverage and a fine attendance which included youth from RILTS. Upcoming Events A Night at the Café is scheduled for September 27 th. There will be a $10.00 entrance fee for the live entertainment which is being provided by Tim Murray on piano. Starting at 5:30 p.m., a selection of menu items comprised of local produce will be available for your dining pleasure as well as beer and wine. The Thanksgiving Celebration will be held on October 12 th. The Café will be open and there will be a weaving demonstration in the Old Town Hall along with fresh local produce for sale, a grinding demonstration, rope making and corn shelling demonstrations in the Mill. There will be a blacksmithing demonstration in the drive shed. Delta Athletic and Recreation Society The Delta Athletic and Recreation Society would like to invite new members to join their current team of dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers! While planning continues for the construction of a new rink surface, there is still quite a bit of work to do! New members are invited to attend the September meeting of DARS which will be held on September 25 th at 7:00 p.m. at the Recreation Centre. The Deadline for the November / December Edition is October 21 st, 2013 Submit your Information today to the Park Office! Email: bevlake@ripnet.com We regret that we are not able to accept information after the deadline. Delta Pilot. A Public Service of the Lower Beverley Lake Park Management Board July 1 st, 2013 Page 6 of 8
Beverley Senior Citizens Club #460 The United Senior Citizens of Ontario has a membership in excess of 300,000 senior citizens in over 1,000 clubs throughout the province. In the mid-fifties, a province-wide seniors planning group convened to address problems of the elderly that were not being met by the programs of the time. Since then, it has grown into an extensive network of clubs, and a growing number of single members at large. The U.S.C.O. promotes the best interest of senior citizens in a variety of ways. It is involved in the education and promotion of wellness, health, fitness, safety and recreation to its members and their associates and to provide a means whereby seniors can work together to have input on issues concerning them. Over the years, U.S.C.O. has been instrumental in achieving such benefits for seniors as Meals on Wheels, OHIP coverage, drug coverage under the Ontario Drug Benefit plan; property tax grants; the Bill of Rights for Nursing Homes and a reduction in car insurance premiums for seniors. At the local level, the Beverley Seniors meet on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Delta United Church Hall. Starting off with a pot-luck luncheon at noon, members enjoy a social time of fellowship and conversation before conducting a brief meeting. Throughout the month, members gather to play cards, take various bus trips, and network with the other seniors clubs within the municipality. New members are always welcome so come to a meeting and enjoy an afternoon of food and fellowship with your neighbours! Anyone can join the membership of the Beverley Seniors but you must be at least 55 years of age to hold an office. The current officers include the following: President Pat Phillips Vice-President Bruce Ross Secretary Alma White Treasurer Vivian Morris Over 100 senior members from clubs throughout Rideau Lakes join together each June for a picnic at Lower Beverley Lake Park. Celebrations at the Delta United Church Come and join the friends of the Delta United Church on Sunday, September 29 th at 10:30 a.m., as three milestones in the life of the congregation will be celebrated. To start off the merriments, the congregation will be recognized for 185 years of service which dates back to the Methodist congregation of 1828 when visits were made by the Saddle Bag Preachers from Kingston. Secondly, the 125 th anniversary of the current building will be celebrated. And finally, thanks to a Federal Government Community Infrastructure grant, repairs/replacements to the main roof were made, an energy efficient propane furnace and hot water tank were installed, an additional washroom was constructed and a ten burner propane kitchen stove was purchased. Anniversary celebrations will be led by the Rev. David Timpson and Student Minister Mike Putnam with special music by the choir led by Mary Ann Dobrik. Refreshments and cake will follow the service. Delta Pilot. A Public Service of the Lower Beverley Lake Park Management Board July 1 st, 2013 Page 7 of 8
CALENDAR OF EVENTS Beverley Senior Citizens Club #460 Euchre party every Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. at the Delta Fair Office. Regular meeting with Pot-Luck luncheon on September 25 th at noon-united Church Hall. Regular meeting with Pot-luck luncheon on October 23 rd at noon-united Church Hall. Delta Agricultural Society Annual General Meeting at the Fair Hall on October 27 th at 1:00 p.m. Delta Athletic and Recreation Society Regular meeting on September 25 th at 7:00 p.m. at the Recreation Centre. New members welcome! Delta Baptist Church Choir Practice is held on the second Thursday of each month at 1:30 p.m. New members welcome! 133 rd Anniversary Service on September 15 th at 9:30 a.m. followed by a pot-luck meal. Delta Food Bank Open on the second and fourth Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the United Church Hall. Call Sharon at 613-928-2885 for information. Delta Mill Society A Night at the Café will be held at the Town Hall on September 27 th at 5:30 p.m. Thanksgiving Celebration will be held throughout the day on October 12 th at the Mill and Old Town Hall. Delta United Church Choir Practice is held every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. New members welcome! Sunday School Kick-Off will be held on Sunday, October 20 th at 9:15 a.m. For more information, please contact Pat Greenhorn at 613-928-9921. Anniversary Services on September 29 th at 10:30 a.m. Good Food Box The Good Food Box offers fresh fruits and vegetables at wholesale prices for all community members. Payment is required on the 7th of the month and delivery is on the 3rd Tuesday. Call Claire at 613-928-2761 for information. Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #207 Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Legion Hall. Euchre party is held every Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the Legion Hall. Ball Tournament at Lower Beverley Park during the weekend of September 7 th. For more information, call Will Phillips at 613-928-3027. Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #207 Ladies Auxiliary Meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at the Legion Hall. SUNDAY SERVICES Baptist Church 9:30 a.m. Last Sunday of each month is Children s Sunday United Church 9:15 a.m. Sunday School begins Oct. 20 th Contact Information LOWER BEVERLEY LAKE PARK MANAGEMENT BOARD William Morris, A.M.C.T., Park Manager or Cathy Livingston, Vice-Chairperson of the Management Board, 146 Lower Beverley Lake Road, P. O. Box 130, Delta, Ontario K0E-1G0 www.beverleylakepark.com Email: bevlake@ripnet.com Delta Pilot. A Public Service of the Lower Beverley Lake Park Management Board July 1 st, 2013 Page 8 of 8