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American actress Stella Adler once said, “Life beats down and crushes the soul and art reminds you that you have one.” 

Hartford Retirment Centre resident, William Halcrow, gifted the centre with two new paintings.

On November 12th, in front of a small group in the Hartford chapel, Reverend Jane Evans performed a dedication for the new additions.

Halcrow told the group that he commissioned local artist Gene Ward to do these paintings because he felt the chapel’s two big windows needed something.

He said the paintings are meant “to fill a void and inspire all who believe.”

“It is my gratitude that I could do this for the Hartford,” Halcrow continued, “and, to give back to the community.”

He admitted, “They turned out more beautiful than I thought.”

Artist Gene Ward thanked Halcrow for “being a patron to the arts.” He then thanked the Hartford for allowing the paintings to be hung in the chapel.

SD&G MP Guy Lauzon, admired the artwork saying, “these are very striking paintings.”

Turning to Halcrow and Ward, he continued, “When I look at these paintings I get a good feeling. Many people will get that feeling because of your efforts. God Bless.”

South Dundas Deputy Mayor Jim Locke said, “it’s great to be here and enjoy the collaboration.” He commended Halcrow for choosing a local artist.

Then, to both men, he said, “congratulations on a project well done.” 

Hartford’s Community Relations Manager, Tracy Jones, concluded the speeches addressing Halcrow and Ward, “thank you both for providing the Hartford with such great paintings.”

The portraits were chosen for their balance between male and female. The angel is “welcoming you into that domain,” said Ward.

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Santa will be making a stop in South Dundas on Saturday, December 3, 2016 for the Annual Morrisburg Santa Claus Parade. 2016 will mark the 23rd year of the popular parade and long time organizer […]

 

Coming up this Saturday, May 26, the Canadian Tire Store in Morrisburg is asking the community to get involved and make a difference in the lives of local kids.

On May 26, the Fourth Annual Jumpstart Day will take place at the Morrisburg Canadian Tire, located on the north side of Highway 2 in Morrisburg. 

The day-long fund raising event is the celebration of Jumpstart’s One Million Red Balls campaign, which, through the month of May, encourages customers to donate $2 in exchange for a red ball – a national symbol for child’s play.

On Jumpstart Day, most Canadian Tire stores across the country will celebrate and raise additional funds for Jumpstart with special events and activities for customers. 

At the Morrisburg Canadian Tire, customers will be asked for a donation to participate in the GoClean car wash, balloon pop and table top games. 

All money raised will be donated to Jumpstart, helping Canadian kids get involved in organized sport. 

Donations to Jumpstart help the one in three Canadian families that cannot afford to enrol their children in organized sports and recreation. 

All funds raised through the One Million Red Balls campaign and on Jumpstart Day stay within the local community to help local children. 

To date, 498 children in Morrisburg have been able to participate in sports and recreation because of Jumpstart.

The local Jumpstart committee is comprised of local people. Through the Jumpstart program financial assistance has been provided that has enabled local youth to play hockey, soccer, to figure skate and to take dance lessons, to name just a few. 

Since 2005, Jumpstart has helped 439,383 kids across Canada by removing the financial barriers that prevent children from participating.

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