416 Book Available Now!

North Grenville - A book of historic and economic significance to Grenville County is now available. “The Four-Lane Comes to North Grenville - How they built the Veterans Memorial Highway?, published by Kemptville-based company Habit Five Publishing, is available in local book stores.

For the last two years, the North Grenville home-educating family of Tom Graham and Jeanne Lambert - with their 13-year-old son, Theo - have been documenting the construction process of the new highway 416. From the surveyors’ stakes to the ribbon-cutting ceremony, this book tells how a modern four-lane is built.

The complex planning and construction process is told in a simple way that is easy for readers of all ages to follow. Artist Linda Myers’ cartoon-like illustrations are the perfect complement to the text. Accompanying the main story are side-bars filled with construction trivia and interesting historical facts.

In addition, a final section includes comments by local residents affected by the new highway. These thoughtful comments paint a picture of a growing, caring community literally at a cross-roads - looking to the challenges the future will bring, while striving to preserve its rural qualities.

Those who have read advance copies of the book have given it rave reviews. Ottawa Valley journalist Tom Van Dusen says the book is "Charming and practical. A tremendous family feat...and a fun read to boot!" Joe Morin of the Kemptville Advance feels that "Parents and kids will enjoy this book. It works for everyone." The Four-Lane Comes to North Grenville ia available at JT Books at the Kemptville Mall, and other area bookstores, including SmithBooks at Bayshore Shopping Centre. For more information, contact habitfive@tdgraham.com.