{"id":42202,"date":"2026-04-30T11:15:18","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T15:15:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cksyfm\/?p=42202"},"modified":"2026-04-30T11:19:02","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T15:19:02","slug":"5-things-you-need-to-know-for-may-1-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cksyfm\/uncategorized\/2026\/04\/5-things-you-need-to-know-for-may-1-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things You Need To Know For May 1, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

May 1st is the 121st day of the year. There are 244 days remaining until the end of the year.<\/sub><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The 10th annual Hike for Hospice CK<\/a> is Sunday, raising funds in support of Hospice residents and their families in Chatham-Kent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can go online<\/a> now to register or donate to a team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hike is at Mud Creek Trail on Sunday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The first of two full moons in May is tonight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Flower Moon is named for the spring blooms across North America. The full moon will rise just after sunset, appearing larger and more golden near the horizon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second full moon in May will be a blue moon at the end of the month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you’re thinking of running in the upcoming municipal election, the nomination period opens today.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Candidates for mayor, council or school board trustee, are required to collect 25 signatures endorsing their candidacy. There is a $200 fee to run for mayor and a $100 fee for all other positions including school board trustee and councillor. Anyone over the age of 18, who is a Canadian citizen and either lives in or owns property in the municipality where they are running is eligible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nominations close on August 21st, and the municipal vote is on October 26th.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information click here<\/a>, or email the clerk here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby<\/a> is set for Saturday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Known as \u201cThe Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports,\u201d the Derby brings together the world\u2019s top three-year-old thoroughbreds for a mile-and-a-quarter sprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fans pack the grandstands in signature style\u2014bold hats, and bright colors. Roughly 90% of the female attendees follow the time-honoured tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Mint Julep is the drink of choice for Derby-goers; More than 120,000 are served each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Derby is also referred to as The Run for the Roses due to the more than 400 red roses draped over the winner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Journalism is the favourite. Post time is 6:57pm Saturday on TSN<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Saturday is World Naked Gardening Day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

World Naked Gardening Day offers a chance for people to be comfortable within their own homes, yet challenges them by stepping outside into the backyard, whether you\u2019re an avid Gardner or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The movement apparently started in Australia. This Facebook Group (maybe NSFW)<\/a> asks you to share your photos from the day by emailing getnakedaustralia1@gmail.com<\/a> with a story about why you\u2019re getting involved and they\u2019ll share it on their Facebook group. Group shots are preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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