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Beth’s Ponderings If you could say anything to anyone, what would you say? I came across the above thought in a book I read recently. Now, there are different ways of looking at this. You could look at it from the angle of what wisdom would you like to leave behind for people as your personal legacy. Or, you could approach it from the angle of healing a troubled relationship - past or present. Or, do you need to say something to end a current relationship that is poisoning your life? Perhaps there is someone you really want to meet - famous or otherwise - whom you’d love to ask that single burning question that has been circling around your brain forever. Ever been in a situation where you couldn’t think of what to say at the time but had a great reply or rebuttal hours later? You can probably think of someone, or a group of people, for all the above scenarios, as well as some I may have missed. So...if you could say anything, what would you say? So many of us think that we can’t say what we want, or need to say, because we fear the other person’s reaction, or because the person has died, or because we feel the person is too far out of reach for us to contact. But we don’t have to actually say it to the person. Yes, we often feel we need to be acknowledged, listened to, and understood, but the most important aspect of this is not the other person. And you can put your fears and concerns totally on hold. Write it down. Go somewhere where you are completely alone and say it aloud as you picture the person in front of you. If you feel comfortable after that step, you can share it with the person if possible, however, that step isn’t really necessary because after you say what you need to say, you will probably be quite surprised to discover that what you said isn’t for the other person after all, but rather something you needed to hear at this time. What is it that you, and only you, can express, to be fully you?

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Village Green Box Recycling pick up alternate Tuesdays. Walking Club recessed till September. Alix Days August 16th Alix Wagon Wheel Museum "Skills from the Past" Aug. 16 Show and Shine Aug 17th 2014 Alberta Wake Tour Provincials on Alix Lake on August 23rd Alix Women’s Institute meets monthly. contact Gloria Coates 403-747-2214 or Debbie Domier 403-755-6050 To have a birthday, anniversary, or event added to the calendar, contact Beth 403-352-3837, email [email protected].

Skills from the Past Alix Wagon Wheel Museum is open July and August, Monday to Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and for special events. We have a new collection of taxidermied birds; a display featuring Irene Parlby, one of the “Famous Five” women involved in the “Persons Case;” a Remembrance Room; pioneer kitchen, tool room, and school; items from churches; cemetery records; tourist information and much more. On Aug. 16, we will feature “Skills from the Past,” demonstrations of Pioneer Skills which is free to the public and made possible through a grant from the Red Deer & District Community Foundation. by Elaine Meehan

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Thursdays Weigh In 9:00 AM Meeting follows Alix United Church

Waste Transfer Station (Dump) Hours Thurs., Fri., & Sat. 10:00 - 6:00 pm

Alix Drop In Centre Everyone welcome!

Mon. - Sat. 1:30 - 4:30 pm

Medical Clinic

To book the Alix Community Hall contact the staff at Home Hardware.

Appointments: 747-2130

Any other concerns call Dave Dewald 350-5189 or Gord Christensen 747-3228.

Alix Bottle Depot Mon., Tues., Wed. 11:00 - 5:00 pm Sat. 11:00 - 4:30 pm 403-747-2794

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Friday, August 1, 2014 MONDAY - THURSDAY Alix MAC School 8:30AM – 6:00PM submitted by the staff of Alix MAC School

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ONLINE CATALOG http://alixpublic.prl.ab.ca To request titles or to check your library account, you need your 14digit barcode from your library card and a PIN (last 4 digits of your phone number). PUBLIC ACCESS COMPUTERS can be used free of charge. There is a fee for printouts. LIBRARY CARD $5 - individual and $10 - family. You can use your library card at virtually every public library in the province. REMINDER Anyone who resides outside of Alix corporate limits, within the County of Lacombe, is asked to please supply the library with your legal land description. Thank you for your cooperation.

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Retirement - Author Unknown

On Mondays I will do what I have always had to do on Saturday mornings. Tuesdays I will do what I have always had to do on Saturday afternoons. Wednesdays I will do what I have had to do on Sunday mornings, And on Thursday what I had to do on Sunday afternoons. I will then enjoy a long relaxing weekend for the first time in years.

BOOK SALE is ongoing all year long. Come and browse through the selection. Purchase titles for a donation. The Lois Hole Library Legacy Program - Grow Your Library You can help make a difference by making a legacy donation to the library. Contact the library for more info. The original Alix history book, Pioneers and Progress, is available

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“Valentine Schnepf” (part 2) It was in March [1911] when we came, of course, but when summer came, it was beautiful…. There were all kinds of fruit, saskatoons and wild strawberries you could pick by the pailful, great big ones. Mom canned them by the quart. Then raspberries, pinchberries and chokecherries: it would be purple with them. How did we wash our clothes? In those days you didn’t have washers and driers, and you carried your water from the well. We made soap from grease and lye, Mom even made face soap; the only difference was she put perfume in it and made it like a cake of soap. Then, too, you had to prepare all your own meat, butcher, make sausage, and smoke the meat. We baked bread using a starter, mostly. My mother made vinegar so there was always plenty of vinegar. We made butter with a dasher and a stone jar and later with a barrel churn as thee was a lot of butter made .The smoked meat was put in sacks and usually buried in grain, as it was cold and kept the meat from moulding. The sausage and spare ribs were fried down, put in a stone crock, covered with lard and set in a cold place. Yes, everything was done. If you wanted vegetables and fruit for winter, you canned them. You didn’t buy anything in those days. We had a butter maker made from wood, it had a roller to work every bit of liquid out of it. This article is from the book Pioneers and Progress, a history of the Alix-Clive area printed in 1974 by DW Friesen and Sons Ltd., Calgary. Copies of it and of its follow-up Gleanings are available for sale at the Alix Public Library, Alix Wagon Wheel Museum, and Alix Home Hardware.

What Is It? Do you know what this item is (pictured top of page)? Visit the Museum and enter your guess to be added to the draw to win a prize.

“Nearing a Century” by Hester Rice as told to Molly Nielsen Now, nearing my century birthday [the date of which would be July 15, 1981] I reflect on the great changes that have taken place in my life. How crossing the Atlantic in a cattle boat, and fearing storms and icebergs was a frightening ordeal for two or three weeks…. As a girl, our transportation was the donkey or horse, pulling a two wheeled cart, or the Irish jaunting cart. In Alberta, I have seen oxen, driven from a stone boat. We had many a ride in the old lumber wagons over side hills, mud holes, and sometimes sloughs and creeks…. What a luxury when we got a democrat or buggy…. We have seen threshing done by flail, stack threshing by steam engines and separators, stook threshing done by gasoline tractors and separators down through the years…. On hot summer days in June men used to perspire, making a narrow grade across a small slough or deep mud hole with a slip scraper pulled by mules or horses. They would shovel by hand too. We remember the wide open range without a fence for miles…. By Robb S. Smith How fortunate I was to stay in my own home until I was ninety-six years old. It was a lovely peaceful setting. The wrens returned every As a health practitioner and nutrition specialist for 17 years, I've been year on May 20, so I knew when to welcome them….In the slough in telling patients and clients not to drink coffee. Until now. You see one view of the house ducks and beaver would swim around, and we could cup of coffee kills your digestive enzymes for 24 hours. The oil on the see the beaver’s house. … Often in the winter people skated on the coffee eats away at the lining of the stomach and small intestine which slough…. is where the majority of your immune system is. The friendly bacteria in When my birthday came around it was great. Friends would keep callthe small intestine produces the vast majority of endorphins or feeling for about a week. How I enjoyed those little tea parties, and when good chemicals which go to the brain to make you feel good. Without the friends said good-bye I’d not see some of them for another year or them you can feel sad or depressed. Coffee causes inflammation and as more. a health practitioner we all know that 90% of disease is mitigated or This article is taken from Gleanings, (the follow-up book to Pioneers caused by inflammation. Most health practitioners will tell you not to drink coffee because of these side effects. Sure there are some good benefits like producing extra bile and mental alertness and some studies recently on dementia show improvement with coffee.

Anti Inflammatory Coffee?

What I've discovered very recently is a whole food coffee which has anti-inflammatory effects. You see the coffee Bean is the seed from the coffee fruit. The fruit is squeezed, the bean comes out and is then roasted ground and drank and the berry is thrown away. Scientists have recently discovered that the coffee cherry is one of the highest antioxidant fruits in the world. Our company has developed a mechanical process that saves the antioxidants of Berry and puts it back into the roasted ground coffee making it a complete nutrient profile and therefore a whole food coffee, making it the only whole food coffee in the world. Just to give an example think about apples as a whole food , high in fibre, lot of polyphenols and antioxidants, and nutrients. When the Apple is juiced most of the fibre is gone which can spike your blood sugars causing hormones from the pancreas to put out insulin which can cause side effects. Whole food coffee has more benefits than whole food, it is also anti-inflammatory, and at the end of the day it's just coffee. Don't you owe it to your health to try antiinflammatory whole food coffee? For more information visit our website www.healtheffects.ca

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Alix Community Organizations Alix Agricultural Society Alix & District Chamber of Commerce Catherine Hepburn Alix Curling Club Krystal Sorum Alix Family, Community & Support Society Beth Williams Alix Figure Skating Club Alix Fire Department Hunter Warford Alix Food Bank Eve Keates Alix Girl Guide Groups Gale Richardson Alix Lions Club Curt Peterson Alix MAC School Alix Minor Hockey Callie Sauer Alix/Mirror TOPS Della Mae Thull Alix Playground Society Darlene Tucker Alix Preschool Jill Hillman Alix Public Library Alix Recreation CoraLee Brookes Alix Trophy Club Tim Docherty Alix Village Shoppe Peggy Alix Wagon Wheel Museum Eve Keates Alix Youth Centre CoraLee Brookes ANTS (Alix Nature Trail Society) Arlene Nelson Carroll Club Lillian Fair Citizens on Patrol June Churchley Communities in Bloom Linda Walker Community Services Board Glenna Carlson Haunted Lakes Golf Club Haunted Lakes Pony Club Karen Sorensen Parelli Natural Horsemanship Group Ripley Community Hall Connie Barritt Stanton Community Hall Time for Tots

Mel McBride Bonnie Dubeau

United Church Women Women’s Institute

Jean McDermand Gloria Coates Debbie Domier

403-747-2444 403-747-2285 403-307-2332

Caring Community Happenings

403-391-0796 403-747-3119 403-788-3835 403-747-2584 403-747-2778 403-505-0639 403-747-3354 403-747-3129 403-747-2099 403-747-3233 403-747-2495 403-741-6899 403-788-3993

Welcome summer. I am enjoying the sun. We will be holding the summer program again. It will be at the school playground on Tues and Thurs. from 10 to 12. Come and join me for crafts, snacks and fun. This is a free program for kids 5 to 12. I will be gone for the week of the 4th to the 8th of August.

403-747-3119 403-318-4520

We are always looking for volunteers. Call Glenna Carlson for more information and to answer any questions you may have.

403-754-6551 403-747-2974 403-747-2455 403-747-2125 403-747-2031 403-747-2330 403-742-8719 403-747-2217

You can now register for the fall preschool term. This is an excellent program and run with qualified staff. If you are interested please call Jill at 403 588 5199 or Glenna at 403 747 2107. If you are new in town and would like a visit from the WI welcoming committee please contact Peggy at 403 7473212 or Glenna at 403 747 2107.

Tuesday to Thursday 8:30 - 3:00 pm 403-747-2031 www.alixfcss.ca [email protected] located in the back of the Red Building on the end of Main St., take the sidewalk around back.

403-747-2220 403-747-2888 403-598-3782 403-747-2347 403-747-2214 403-755-6050

Alix Lions Club Update Submitted by Lion Mary Flexhaug We encourage service minded people to join our team of volunteers to make all things possible. We need you and your ideas. Please contact President Curt Peterson, 403 747 258, or Mary Flexhaug, 403 747 3167, who can also put you in touch with any of our Lions members. for more information. The Lions Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, fellowship at 6:30 followed by meeting at 7:00. No meetings during July and August.

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The Policeman Council Highlights Author Unknown

Featuring AlixGolfing? & District Chamber Quit of Commerce Member... Author Unknown

June 4, 2014

•A French policeman stops an Englishman’s car and asks the gentleman if he has been drinking. With great difficulty, the Englishman admits that has been drinking all day, that his daughter got married in the Full he Council Meeting Minutes can be found at villageofalix.ca morning to a French man, and that he drank champagne and a few bottles of wine at the reception and a quite few glasses of single malt thereafter.

Jim decided to tie the knot with his long time girlfriend. One evening, after the honeymoon, he was cleaning his golf shoes. His wife was standing there watching him. After a long period of silence she finally speaks. "Honey, I've been thinking, now that we are married I think it's time you quit golfing. Maybe you should sell your golf clubs." Jim gets this horrified look on his face.

Quite upset, the policeman proceeds to alcotest (breath test) him and asks the Englishman if he knows under French Law why he is going to be arrested.

She says, "Darling, what's wrong?" "There for a minute you were sounding like my ex-wife."

The Englishman answers with humour: "No sir, I do not! But while we're asking questions, do you know that this is a British car and my wife is driving... on the other side !!

"Ex-wife!" she screams, "I didn't know you were married before!" "I wasn't!"

The trouble with most of us is that we stop trying in trying times. - Author Unknown

Become an Alix & District Chamber member today! Contact: Beth Richardson 403-352-3837 or email [email protected] Going local…means nurturing locally owned businesses which use local resources sustainably, employ local workers at decent wages and serve primarily local consumers...Control moves… back into the community where it belongs. - Michael H. Shuman

Can You Fill in the Missing Blanks??? Alix Wagon Wheel Museum needs your assistance in verifying and identifying individuals in some of their pictures. If you are able to help them out, please contact Eve Keates at 403-747-3119 or email the museum at [email protected]. photo courtesy of Elaine Meehan Alix,Elnora, Mirror, Tees, Forestburg, Clive, Haynes, Bashaw Alix, Bashaw, Clive, Delburne, Donalda, Erskine, Haynes, Lousana, Mirror, Pine Lake, Tees & Trochu

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Buffalo Lake Management Team Excerpted from the Buffalo Lake Management Team July newsletter.

BUFFALO LAKE COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSES: AUGUST 23 The Buffalo Lake Management Team (BLMT) invites the public to attend the upcoming Open House Community Events on August 23rd. Building on the success of last summers inaugural open houses, the BLMT once again welcomes residents to drop in talk to the team about Buffalo lake, current lake pro-jects and activities, the Buffalo Lake Integrated Shoreline Management Plan (BLISMP), and to bring forward any other recommendations, concerns or knowledge related to the lake! 2014 Open House Highlights: Check out the BLISMP and find out how it helps ensure the sustainable management of Buffalo lake Learn about invasive Zebra/Quagga mussels through an interactive presen-tation and workshop given by Environment and Sustainable Resource Development (ESRD) Interact with Cows and Fish and the Red Deer River Watershed Alliance at their booths Learn about lake monitoring being done at Buffalo Lake by the Alberta Lake Management Society Find out about Nature Alberta’s Living by Water Project and book a free home-site consultation! Learn more about the role of the BLMT and how to get involved!

The Chautauqua A9 cipitation into Buffalo Lake this year, increased the elevation in the lake by over one foot (36cm) from fall 2013 to its 2014 peak. We are currently seeing the lake level drop from its peak earlier in the season due to increases in temperature and evaporation, combined with a decrease in precipitation. This drop is typical of most lakes in the summer. Central Alberta lake levels are highly impacted by precipitation and evaporation, and we typically observe this cycle of higher lake levels after the spring thaw and lower levels in late fall after the hotter and dryer summer months. A full supply level (FSL) target of 780.85m was established for Buffalo Lake as part of the Parlby Creek – Buffalo Lake Water Management project. The project pumps water from the Red Deer River through a pipeline, a series of wetland habitats, open canals, and into Parlby Creek where it then flows to Buffalo Lake. When FSL is achieved, ESRD suspends pumping to allow the lake water levels to naturally recede to 780.60m before resuming pumping again. Currently the lake is approximately 17cm above FSL and has remained above FSL since 2010, and therefore pumping has not resumed since then. For more information, visit www.blmt.ca or the Atlas of Alberta Lakes. Water levels for Buffalo Lake can be viewed at the Alberta River Basins webpage: http://www.environment.alberta.ca/apps/basins/ default.aspx The Buffalo Lake Management Team provides insightful representation to governments for the communities and industries around Buffalo Lake. The team identifies and addresses issues regarding the operation and manage-ment of the Buffalo Lake – Parlby Creek Water Management Project and monitors land-use and other lake-related issues. FOR MORE INFO: www.blmt.ca The Chairman of the Buffalo Lake Management Team is Pud Stevenson. For more information, or to contact the Buffalo Lake Management Team, visit www.blmt.ca.

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County Garage at Pelican Point ( 2 : 0 0 p m – 4:00pm)

Everyone is welcome...We look forward to seeing you there! LAKE MANAGEMENT UPDATE It is no secret that lake levels are high in most lakes in Central Alberta, as they generally have been since 2011. A combination of high snow pack runoff and early spring preAlix, Bashaw, Clive, Delburne, Donalda, Elnora, Erskine, Forestburg, Haynes, Lousana, Mirror, Pine Lake, Tees & Trochu

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Events in Tees

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Clive Community Focus

Tees Rodeo Aug. 2 & 3

Submitted by the Valley Spotlight staff

Tees 50+ meet Tuesday afternoons at 1:30 pm at the Tees Hall.

Adventures R'Us Day Camp July 7 – August 14. Monday – Thursday 10 – 3pm. $5/day. Lucienne Henry is the camp facilitator and is hard at work planning fun activities for the summer. Each week will have a different theme. Register by phoning Wanda at 403754-5695. Sponsored by Neighbourhood Place and FCSS.

Tees Agricultural meetings 2nd Tuesday of the month 8 pm Tees Hall. For bookings of the Tees Hall, Annex or Rodeo Grounds call Nicole Dunham 403-784-3427. Tees 4-H Wranglers meetings are at the Tees Hall the first Friday of every month at 6:30 pm. and ride at the arena every other Sunday.

Sargent District Events By Marie Payne The ladies will be taking a break for the summer season; our regular meetings will commence the first Wednesday of November at 1pm so, if you had fun at our tea come out and enjoy our monthly meetings! • •

September 27, 9:00 a.m. - Fall Pancake Breakfast January 31, 2015 - Pot Luck dinner and Annual meeting For information call George 403 784 3654 or Marie 403 784 3444

Haynes Happenings Hall Rentals - call Mike 403-391-3546 Haynes Community Church Service & Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Mac Parker 403-784-3078.

Blessings Excerpted from the book Anan Cara May you be blessed with good friends. May you learn to be a good friend to yourself. May you be able to journey to that place in your soul where there is great love, warmth, feeling, and forgiveness. May this change you. May you treasure your friends. May you be good to them and may you be there for them; may they bring you all the blessings, challenges, truth, and light that you need for your journey. May you never be isolated. May your senses always enable you to celebrate the universe and the mystery and possibilities in your presence here. May you learn to see yourself with the same delight, pride, and expectation with which God sees you in every moment. May the light of your soul guide you. May the light of your soul bless the work you do with the secret love and warmth of your heart. May you see in what you do the beauty of your own soul. May the sacredness of your work bring healing, light, and renewal to those who work with you and to those who see and receive your work. May your work never weary you. May it release within you a wellspring of refreshment, inspiration, and excitement. May you be present in what you do. May you never get lost in the bland absences. May the day never burden. May dawn find you awake and alert, approaching your new day with dreams, possibilities, and promises. May evening find you gracious and fulfilled. May you go into the night blessed, sheltered, and protected.

Tools for School will be running in August. If you require help getting your child supplies for school, you can pick up a form at the FCSS Office in August. Clive Little Red Hen Playschool has spots available for the 20142015 school year. We will be accepting registrations until September 16th. If your child is 3-4 years old and potty trained we can accept them. Classes are every Tuesday and Thursday. For additional information, please contact Miss Jamie at 403-5983002. Village Wide Garage Sale September 6, 9 – 3 pm. We need people to: • plan their own garage or yard sale • book a table at the Clive Hall if you would like to have a table/booth • people to help us run a concession • people to bake or work the Cookie Walk All the advertising and planning is done for you thanks to the Village of Clive and The Clive Resource Centre Partnership. To book a table, please phone Wanda at 403-754-5695 or Charlene at 403-782-2550 Take a Ride to Red Deer: 3rd Tuesday of each month. Cost is $15 round trip. Pre-register by phoning Mrs. T. Joslin 403-784-3352. The Hotel is offering a full breakfast menu Monday - Friday, opening at 6:00 each morning. The Knitting Group meets Thursdays at 7 pm at the little white building behind Roosters. You can learn to knit or come to knit your own projects. Clive Library programs: Friday Night Movies: 2nd Friday of the month. A FREE movie at Clive Community Hall. Concession on site. Story Time: Tuesday 11 - 11:30 After School Arts & Crafts: Thursday 3:30 - 4:30 pm. Board Game Fridays: 1:00 - 4:00 pm. Watch for information on upcoming workshops and events. Rooster’s Roadhouse: Bingo Wednesday and Friday Steak Night Grill your own steak from 5 - 10 pm every Friday.

Are you over 50? Come have some fun with the Clive Seniors every Monday at the Meeting Room in Clive at 1:30 pm. Floor curling, carpet bowling, cards, visiting, coffee and lunch. Don’t miss out! Contact Al Street for more information 403-784-3884 Clive Community Building (behind Rooster’s) is available for small meetings or sports/event registrations. The space is small but is suitable for any club or group that requires a meeting space. May your soul calm, console, and renew you. May you have the commitment to harvest your life, to heal what has hurt you, to allow it to come closer to you and become one with you. May you have great dignity, may you have a sense of how free you are, and above all may you be given the wonderful gift of meeting the eternal light and beauty that is within you. May you be blessed, and may you find a wonderful love in yourself for yourself.

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The Chautauqua A11 Website: www.clive.ca Council meetings are the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month at 6:00 pm at the Town Office. Community Sign (Hwy 12) to add an event contact Michelle at ATB Fitness Facility in Clive in the Clive Hardware Building (5906 50 St). Contact Dawn for membership information and hours of operation, at 403-506-5935.

Block Parents contact Tara Breitkreuz 403-784-2452 for more details. Chatelaine Club (Westling) meets 3rd Tues. @ 7:30, Westling Hall, Margaret Ronald 403-784-3621 Clive Ag Society meets every third Thursday at the Clive Arena. President is Ryan Ronald 403-784-2995. Clive Baptist Church Kids’ worship (age 5 to gr. 6) at 10 am. Sunday School (Jr., Sr. high and adult) 10 am. Regular worship service at 11 am. Children’s Church (ages 2 - gr. 2) at 11 am. Youth - Friday nights at 7:00 pm. Ron Orr 403-784-3335.

Greyhound Agency is available at Clive Village Foods to meet your freight and travel needs. Lutheran Church services will be held at 10 am. Regular Sunday School at 10 am. For further information contact Sven Gustafsson 403784-3604. Neighborhood Revitalization Association (NRA). If you have any questions, or need information on this association, please call Louise at 403-784-3414. POP Parents of Preschoolers Playgroup facilitator Shelley Pelletier

Clive Christian Fellowship for Sunday School times and information contact Pastor Rowland at 403-784-3141. Clive Community Hall Tracy Hallman 403-784-2156

Tees-Clive TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Club meetings every Thursday at 9 a.m. at Clive Christian Fellowship Church. Contact Annita Cole at 403-784-3389. New members always welcome.

Clive Curling Club Bev Krochak 403-784-3964

Westling Hall Lisa Bierens 403-784-2574

Clive and District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Wanda Wagner, Clive FCSS Outreach Coordinator, Office phone: (403) 754-5695 e-mail: [email protected] Clive Fire Dept. is looking for new members. If you would like to develop skills in this field, call the village office. Contact: Monte Zaytsoff 403-784-3997. Clive Historical Society Louise Bell 403-784-3414 Clive Lions Club meets 2nd and 4th Wed. of the month, 7:30 at Clive Community Hall. Clive Meeting Room Anita Gillard 403-784-3987 Clive Multi 4-H Arleen Henderson at 780-372-4245 Clive Public Library Sandra Ward 403-784-3131 (Located below Village Office) Tuesday 11:00 - 6:00 pm Wednesday 11:00 - 6:00 pm Thursday 11:00 - 6:00 pm Friday 11:00 - 4:00 pm Clive School Principal: Corrine Thorsteinson http://clive.wolfcreek.ab.ca/ Clive Seniors Circle Join them on Monday afternoons at 1:30 pm for friendship, floor curling, shuffle board, pool, cards or carpet bowling. All activities are at the Meeting Room. Contact Albert Wagner for more information at 403-782-2409. Clive Skating Club 403-784-2019 Clive/Tees Neighbourhood Place Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9:00 - 4:00 pm. Call 403-784-5696. Clive United Church worship service at 10:00 am. Contact Shealagh McClelland 403-782-3147. Clive Village Office 403-784-3366 Mayor: Anita Gillard Councilors: Daniel Graden, Luci Henry, Beverly Krochak, Marvin Wieler

It Pays to Advertise A lion met a tiger as they drank beside a pool Said the tiger, “Tell me why you’re always roaring like a fool?” “That’s not foolish,” said the lion with a twinkle in his eye. “They call me King of all the beasts, it pays to advertise!” A rabbit heard them talking and ran home like a streak, He thought he’d try the lion’s plan, but all he did was squeak! A fox came to investigate and had dinner in the woods – The Moral is “Never advertise unless you’ve got the goods!” - Rulon Hillam

To advertise in the Chautauqua call 403-352-3837 or email [email protected]

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Friday, August 1, 2014 a matter of fact, I was.'')

How Asparagus Village Got of Clive Council Minutes During His life, Jesus had many arguments with sinners like the Pharisees and the Republicans. Jesus also had twelve opossums. The worst Its Name -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLYone was Judas Asparagus. Judas was so evil that they named a terrible Author Unknown

vegetable after him.

A sixth grade child was asked to write a book report on the entire Bible. Here is what he wrote;

Jesus was a great man. He healed many leopards and even preached to some Germans on the Mount. But the Democrats and all those other bad guys put Jesus on trial before Pontius the Pilot. Pilot didn't stick up for Jesus. He just washed his hands instead. Anyways, Jesus died for our sins, then came back to life again. He went up to Heaven but will be back at the end of the Aluminum. His return is foretold in the book of Revolution.

The Children's Bible in a Nutshell In the beginning, which occurred near the start, there was nothing but God, darkness, and some gas. The Bible says, "The Lord thy God is one," but I think He must be a lot older than that. Anyway, God said, "Give me a light!" and someone did. Then God made the world. He split the Adam and made Eve. Adam and Eve were naked, but they weren't embarrassed because mirrors hadn't been invented yet. Adam and Eve disobeyed God by eating one bad apple, so they were driven from the Garden of Eden ... Not sure what they were driven in though, because they didn't have cars. Adam and Eve had a son, Cain, who hated his brother as long as he was Abel. Pretty soon all of the early people died off, except for Methuselah, who lived to be like a million or something. One of the next important people was Noah, who was a good guy, but one of his kids was kind of a Ham. Noah built a large boat and put his family and some animals on it. He asked some other people to join him, but they said they would have to take a rain check. After Noah came Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Jacob was more famous than his brother, Esau, because Esau sold Jacob his birthmark in exchange for some pot roast. Jacob had a son named Joseph who wore a really loud sports coat. Another important Bible guy is Moses, whose real name was Charlton Heston. Moses led the Israel Lights out of Egypt and away from the evil Pharaoh after God sent ten plagues on Pharaoh's people. These plagues included frogs, mice, lice, bowels, and no cable.

Going through the Opening Contracting before Expanding Sometimes our lives contract before they expand. We may be working hard on ourselves spiritually, doing good in the world, following our dreams, and wondering why we are still facing constrictions of all kinds—financial, emotional, physical. Perhaps we even feel as if we’ve lost our spirituality and are stuck in a dark room with no windows. We may be confused and discouraged by what appears to be a lack of progress. But sometimes this is the way things work. Like a caterpillar that confines itself to a tiny cocoon before it grows wings and flies, we are experiencing the darkness before the dawn. When things feel tight, it’s easy to panic or want to act in some way to ease the feeling of constriction. We might also spin our wheels mentally, trying to understand why things are the way they are. However, there is nothing we need to do at this time other than to be patient and persevering. We can cling to the awareness that we are processing the shift from one stage to another, and the more we surrender to the experience, the more quickly we will move through the tightness into the opening on the other side. Just like a baby making its way down the birth canal, we may feel squeezed and pushed and very uncomfortable, but if we remember that we are on our way to being born into a new reality, we will find the strength to carry on.

God fed the Israel Lights every day with manicotti. Then he gave them His Top Ten Commandments. These include: don't lie, cheat, smoke, dance, or covet your neighbor's stuff.

Even as we endure the contractions, we can find peace within ourselves if we remember to trust the universe. We can look to the natural world for inspiration as we see that all beings surrender to the process of being born. In that surrender, and in the center of our own hearts, is a willingness to trust in the unknown as we make our way through the opening.

Oh, yeah, I just thought of one more: Humor thy father and thy mother.

Eight Needs

One of Moses' best helpers was Joshua who was the first Bible guy to use spies. Joshua fought the battle of Geritol and the fence fell over on the town.

By Bob Biehl

After Joshua came David. He got to be king by killing a giant with a slingshot. He had a son named Solomon who had about 300 wives and 500 porcupines. My teacher says he was wise, but that doesn't sound very wise to me.

The need to make a significant difference.

After Solomon there were a bunch of major league prophets. One of these was Jonah, who was swallowed by a big whale and then barfed up on the shore.

The need to be recognized as an individual.

There were also some minor league prophets, but I guess we don't have to worry about them. After the Old Testament came the New Testament. Jesus is the star of The New Testament. He was born in Bethlehem in a barn. (I wish I had been born in a barn too, because my mom is always saying to me, "Close the door! Were you born in a barn?" It would be nice to say, ''As

The need to be loved without conditions.

The need to be admired as a hero.

The need to be appreciated for a job well done. The need to be secure. The need to be respected as an equal. The need to be accepted by the group.

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Mirror Community Mirror and Bashaw United Church congregations combine for one service each Sunday during July and August at 10:00 AM. • August Sunday services are in Bashaw Saturday, Nov. 22 Friends of Mirror Library Society Christmas Market To book tables, call Gale 403-788-3835. ______________________ Mirror Community Food Bank open the second and fourth Mondays of the month. 6pm - 7pm at the Skating Rink. Food donations can be dropped off at the Post Office. Cash donations can be arranged at the Treasury Branch or by calling 403-788-2204. ______________________ Mirror United Church is collecting for Tools for Schools. We thank you for supporting this project.

______________________ Living Truth Christian School is starting the year with their first fundraiser. We are selling apples and pumpkins from Davidson Orchards in the Okanogan. Order forms are available at the office, feel free to stop by and grab one. Students are also doing a run for STARS (air ambulance), so keep your eyes and ears open for our students who are canvassing. Thank you and have a wonderful summer!

______________________ Jolly Seniors • Coffee is on every weekday morning at the Friendly Inn • Suppers - 2nd Wednesdays of each month @ 5:30 p.m. at the Friendly Inn. • Floor Curling held Thursdays at 1:00 pm at the Community Hall. • Pancake Breakfast - 2nd Sunday of the month. 9 - 1:00 p.m. @ the Jolly Seniors. • Birthdays celebrated the 4th Wednesday of each month. ________________ Mirror Alliance Church Morning worship and Sunday School 10:30 am. Coffee time at 10:00 am. Contact 403-788-2204 or check www.mirroralliancechurch.com for details. Mirror United Church Sunday services at 9:30 am with Sunday School for children of all ages. For information call Gale at 403-7883835. We extend a warm welcome to anyone who may be looking for a church home. There is a time for coffee & fellowship after the service. www.bmunitedchurch.com. email: [email protected] Mirror Seventh - Day Adventist Church (corner of 52 St & 51 Ave, north) Saturday Sabbath time: 10:00 am. Prayer Meeting: Winter: in homes. All are welcome to attend. Cliff Buelow 403-788-2296. Pastor Ron Henderson 403-755-1570; cell: 403-597-6053. Mirror Guiding groups meet Mondays after school at the United Church. Sparks ages 5 & 6 (ECS/Gr. 1) Brownies ages 7 & 8 (Gr. 2 & 3) Guides ages 9-11 (Gr. 4,5,6) Pathfinders ages 12– 14 (Gr. 7,8,9) Rangers ages 15+ (Gr. 10,11, 12) Join us for adventures, challenge, friendship, and fun! To register for fall, please call Gale 403-788-3835. Cookies are available! Rec. Society and Community Hall For information regarding meetings contact Margaret Wasylenko 403-788-3979. Community Hall rental: Lisa Hawksworth 403-788-3890. Museum Society Contacts or appointments: Ernie Schafer 403-788-

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News from the Friends of the Mirror Library Society Submitted by Laura Graham Stripes'n Stumpy Tales begins July 2 until August 13 at Mirror Library. Every Wednesday from 2:30 until 3:30 there'll be chuckles and crafts for the 5 & up crowd as we celebrate animal legends through stories. Join us Wednesdays from 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm High-speed Wi-Fi Internet. Thank you to Lacombe County. You can now connect to the world at Mirror Public Library Your Pages to the World email: [email protected] Website: http://enjoybashaw.com/profile.php?OrgID=322 Phone: 403-788-3044 3625, Bill Neis 403-788-2166, Ken Ivey 403-788-2388. Meetings are the 1st Monday of the month at 7:00 pm. Mirror Volunteer Fire Department meets the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays. Friends of the Mirror Library Society Hours: Wednesday 1:00 - 7:00 pm Librarian: Laura Graham 403-788-3044 Board Chair: Molly Hanson-Nagel Mirror Legion Br. 189 5015 50 Ave Legion: 403-788-2222 Fax: 403-788-2225 President: George Switner Secretary: Joanne Slack Meat Draws - every Saturday at 4 pm. Ladies Auxiliary Meat draws 1st and 3rd Sat. Legion Meat Draws the other Sat. Everyone welcome. Regular meetings 1:00 pm. 2nd Sunday of the month. The Legion is open Thursday & Friday at 5 p.m. Saturday at 2 p.m. ________________ Transfer Station

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Mirror Lumber & Farm Supply is starting to stock livestock and horse supplies. We have teamed up with Masterfeeds and Canadian Agri-Blend to provide minerals, supplements, agri-blocks and feed for sheep, goats, cattle, poultry, horses and other species. Come in and talk to Dean for all your livestock and pet needs.

Monday to Saturday 9 am to 5 pm call Dean at 403 788-2424 if you have any requests

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Friday, August 1, 2014

Town Hall Meeting Held in Mirror The Mirror Jolly Seniors Centre was the scene of a Town Hall meeting on July 15th and was sponsored by Rod Fox, MLA for Lacombe Ponoka Constituency, The meeting was held to have open discussion with representatives of CN Rail and the residents and interested parties of Mirror. There was a full house as issues raised included wait times for the crossing at Highway 50; general conditions of the crossing itself; liaison with residents and CN Rail; noise issues; hazardous materials travelling through Mirror; and it even included discussion about a beaver dam which is in a culvert under the tracks near Haunted Lakes! There was good interaction between residents of Mirror, Lacombe County Councillors, Wolf Creek School Division Trustee Donna Pederson ; the Mayor of Alix; Rod Fox, MLA and the representatives in attendance from CN Rail. There was a commitment made by CN reps to investigate concerns raised and act in conjunction with the county and the province to help solve some of the issues. Further information will be sent to residents and Rod Fox will supply updates as they are received . A special thanks goes out to all those in attendance. Also a tip of the hat to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Baker, who took the time to assist in the organization of the meeting. As we look to the future, it is hoped that there will be a resolution to many of the issues. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact the Lacombe Ponoka Constituency office at 403 782 7725 or #101 4892 46 Street, Lacombe, AB T4L 2B4. Email: [email protected]

Heritage Breeds Submitted by Kathy Stevenson The face of the typical family farm has changed significantly over the last century. The small mixed farms that dotted the prairie landscape even 50 years ago are becoming less and less common. And disappearing along with them are the heritage breeds of livestock. There are currently 1,500 breeds at risk of extinction. In the past five years alone, 60 breeds of cattle, goats, pigs, horses and poultry have become extinct. (Food and Agriculture Organization, Farm animal biodiversity. (2006). Agriculture 21. Retrieved Oct 24, 2012.) In 2010 a group of concerned individuals in central Alberta formed a non-profit society called Canadian Heritage Breeds (CHB). Their goal is to encourage the preservation and growth of the historic breeds of livestock and to help people recognize their value and relevance in today’s marketplace. The hardy, historical breeds still have an important role to play in agriculture. Domestic animals and poultry evolved through natural and human selection and became tailor-made to fit a wide range of different climates, conditions, diets and farmer’s expectations. They are multipurpose animals that require minimal infrastructure and many have even developed specific adaptations that make them especially well suited to smaller farms and acreages. Heritage breeds can allow farmers to customize and serve specific customer needs, filling a niche in the market place.

One way to provide support and encouragement to those interested in rare breed conservation is by offering educational seminars and hosting events. Past CHB seminars have focused on themes such as Goat Milking, Egg Incubation, and Flock Health. The next seminar is scheduled to take place on August 23rd and 24th in Ponoka. The instructor, Jim Adkins, is a poultry specialist, judge and founder of the Sustainable Poultry Network based in North Carolina. Jim travels all over the U.S. and other countries helping people find success and profit in raising and breeding Heritage poultry, so this is an exciting opportunity for new or seasoned poultry-breeders. In November, CHB is proud to be hosting the Canadian National Poultry Show in Red Deer. The CHB mandate is “Conservation through education”. These kinds of learning opportunities are fundamental to the long term survival of heritage breeds. Turning a profit can be more of a challenge for farmers choosing to work with rare varieties of poultry and animals, but education, promotion and innovative thinking are all effective strategies for success. With the help of organizations such as Canadian Heritage Breeds, these important genetic resources will be available to innovative farmers of today, and will remain in existence for future generations of Canadians.

Our main business is not to see what lies dimly in the distance, but to do what lies clearly at hand. – Thomas Carlyle

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Looking for a More Radical Perspective by Rev. Robin King There's a moment in the 2009 film 'Passchendaele,' Paul Gross's Canadian epic about the First World War, which serves to remind me of the importance of perspective. A doctor, who has never been to the battlefield, is addressing a room full of doctors and nurses about artillery wounds and the damage shrapnel can inflict. He says that the new artillery represents the greatest single challenge to an individual on the battlefield. He turns to Gross's Sgt. Dunne and says "Sergeant, do you agree?" After thinking a minute, and remembering his own experience, he says "no sir, I'm sorry, I don't. The single greatest challenge to an individual on the battlefield is trying to keep his matches dry." Everyone laughs, thinking it a joke. Everyone except Dunne's commander, who is embarrassed and angry. He doesn't give Dunne a chance to say anymore then, but later, he has an opportunity to be clear: "if you're in the middle of a barrage and you reach for a smoke to steady your nerves and your matches are wet, well sir, your whole world buckles. It feels like it's coming apart at the seams." One simple little thing. The hinge on which rests other, much more complex things. From the comfort of distance and disassociation, the doctor assumes the most obvious thing is the most important. The thing which, coincidentally, is something he can deal with - physical trauma - and exert some control or influence over (he thinks). But there's another, more radical perspective. And when the audience hears it, they aren't prepared for it and laugh it off as if it's a joke. It was too different, too radical to hear. Especially when they'd already heard what they wanted to: the "expert" opinion that suited their situation. Their situation of comfort. Right now we're in the middle of a series of Sundays on which we hear Jesus telling parables. Sometimes, I think we hear many of Jesus parables as simple stories with a simple message. One that we're now comfortable with hearing. One that, while still meaningful in it's own way, we can put into a simple slogan about how we should behave. But hang on, what about the radical Jesus who wanted us to transform our lives with love and respect and grace for all? The story may be simple, sure, but is the message always that one obvious thing? Look at the parable of the mustard seed. The kingdom of heaven is like this tiniest of seeds that grows into a great shrub or even a tree that birds can nest in. Okay, obvious exaggeration aside (mustard doesn't grow a tree), it seems simple enough: from the smallest of things comes something great. But isn't there more to this image? Mustard's a weed. Weeds are invasive, they try to take over wherever they crop up and farmers and gardeners alike are always trying to get rid of them. Can the kingdom of heaven really be an invasive weed? Why not? It can be subversive as it breaks in where you least expect it. It can take over and influence the world around it. And being a "weed" is part of our perspective. Not everyone has the same negative perspective: when a child brings a parent a beautiful bouquet of fresh picked dandelions, do you see a noxious weed or an offering of love? Deeper. Different perspectives can take us deeper, especially if they are ones that challenge us or discomfort us. And different perspectives can lead us to action, to go beyond the platitude into transformation, making a difference to our lives.

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Coming Events - Bashaw No Hula classes at the Happy Gang centre July & August. Bashaw Preschool Now Accepting Registration for 2014/2015 Program. Please call 780 372 2053 Bashaw Bus Society Golf Tournament Saturday, August 9 at 9 am. Call 780-372-3631 to register. Texas Scramble ~ Hole prizes ~ Mullligans $2. Members $25, Non-members $35 (includes dinner). All proceeds go to the operations of the Bashaw Bus Society. CASH BINGO will be held FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2014 at HAPPY GANG CENTRE, Main Street, Bashaw. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., bingo starts at 7:15 p.m. Cards are $.10 each. Also available Wild Card, Bonanza and Lucky 7 games, 3-up. Each sheet $1.00 or 6 for $5.00. Bashaw Ag Days featuring chuckwagon races August 21-23 at 7:00 and August 24 at 2:00 p.m. Saturday Aug 23 events: Corn & hot dogs at noon, pie and chili contests, farmers market, pony rides & more. More info call Marlene at 780-372-2025. Want to spend 2 fun filled days and nights in Red Deer with a great group of people? Join the gang at BDSS for our fall casino… September 10 & 11 at the Jackpot. Volunteer positions still available. If you can help, call 780 372-4074. Proceeds are vital to keeping all our programs operating. Meals & hotel expenses covered. Generations Daycare is Celebrating its 10 year Anniversary We invite you to join us Friday, Sept 26th for…4 pm Penny Carnival and Face Painting, 5:30 Official Ceremony, 6 PM Complimentary BBQ, Silent Auction and 50/ 50 Draw. Bashaw United Church • During the summer we share one service each week at 10 am with our sister church in Mirror. Everyone welcome. Please join us. August Bashaw United Church • Labyrinth available. Take some time for reflection, meditation or prayer. Coffee’s on too. Bashaw Ag Society Upcoming Events • August 10 - 12 Angus Heifer Show • August 13 - 16 All Breed Heifer Show Come and Join in the fun. Volunteers needed for a variety of positions: reading, outings, powder puff, tuck shop, games, one on one. Interested? Contact Bashaw Meadows 70-372-2056 for more information. Bashaw Library • Monkey Business Playgroup - free drop in program for children 0-5 yrs, Children must be accompanied by an adult. • Storytime 2nd a n d 4 t h Wednesday at 10 a.m. • Baby/Child Massage Class at the library. No charge.

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A16 The Chautauqua Bashaw Ag Society meets the 2nd Monday of the month at 7 pm at the Ag Grounds. Bashaw Ag. Society Building: phone 780-372-3079, fax 780-372-3059. President's Home Phone 780-877-2489. E-mail [email protected] Facebook https://www.facebook,com/ bashaw.agboard. To book the Ag. Facility or Ball Diamonds call Loretta Paget @ Bashaw Town Office Wednesday - Friday at 780-3723911, or anytime @ 780-781-6451.

Friday, August 1, 2014 Bashaw Thrift Store open 10 - 4 pm Tuesday & Fridays. Drop off will only be received during business hours, any after hours donations will be disposed of. Bashaw Well Child Clinics 3rd Wednesday of each month. For appointments, please call Camrose Public Health at 780-679-2980. Bashaw Youth Centre open Tues - Fri 3 - 7 pm. Phone 780-372-4048. Bethany Lifeline call 780-372-4074.

Bashaw Art Club meets at 10:00 a.m. Tuesdays above the Happy Gang Centre. Call 780-372-4341.

Ellice Free Methodist Church 14 km west of Bashaw on #605 Services 11:00 am Sundays. Phone: 780-372-2402.

Bashaw Bottle Depot Wed 10-2 PM Thurs, Fri, Sat. 9 - 4:30 PM

Fire Department General meetings every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at the Fire Hall. Contact Fire Chief Mike Andriatz or Deputy Chief Jordan Lee or Bashaw Town Office.

Bashaw Bus Society Shuttle Tuesday morning in town service. Camrose service: Thursdays only. To book call 780 372-3631. Charter bookings also available Bashaw Community Church 11:00 am Sunday Service. Bible Study Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm. 5119 50 St (Main St). Contact Terry Peterman 780-372-2204. Bashaw Daycare Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 6 pm. 780-372-4074. Bashaw & District Chamber of Commerce Meets Wed, May 7 9am, Wed, July 2 9am, Wed, Sept 3 9am, at the Bashaw Seed Cleaning Plant. All members welcome to attend. Box 645 Bashaw, AB T0B 0H0 Phone 780-372-3923. Watch for special announcements & location on our website www.enjoybashaw.com Email: [email protected]. The Bashaw & District Food Bank located at Bashaw and District Support Services. Please call 780-372-4074 to have a hamper arranged. Bashaw & District Preschool 780-372-4074. Bashaw & District Regional Health & Wellness Foundation Box 760, Bashaw, AB T0B 0H0. We can also be found on Facebook as “Bashaw & District Regional Health & Wellness Foundation – Bdrhwf” Bashaw Elks meet 1st Wednesday of the month for a Dinner Meeting at 6:30 pm at the Bashaw Community Centre. (No meetings July and August). For more info contact Leon Braseth 780-372-4437. Bashaw Historical Society meeting the second Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Lutheran Church. Contact Pam at 780 372- 2031.

4H Beef Club meets 1st Monday of the month at 7:00 pm. Contact Karen 780-877-2598. Happy Gang Seniors Centre Mondays 500 at 1:00 p.m. Hawaiian Hula lessons No lessons July & August Wednesdays 2nd & 4th Shuffleboard at 1:30 p.m. 1st Wed Regular meeting at 1:30 p.m. NO meetings July & August Thursdays Crib at 1:00 p.m. Pool at 7:00 p.m. Fridays Darts 10:00 a.m. Floor Curling 1:30 p.m. - beginning Oct. 18th Sunday Canasta at 1:30 p.m. Everyone welcome to take part in activities. Membership $10.00 per year, new members welcome. Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Catholic Church Mass Time Bashaw Mass times: Weekend Mass 6pm Saturdays except 1st Sunday of month 9am. For all Mass times call 403-742-2047 Ionic Fitness Centre (Co-Ed Gym) ACCESS CARD SYSTEM active 5:00 a.m. - midnight. 780-372-2030. Majestic Theatre meeting 4th Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm. Musical Jam sessions 1st Sunday of each month from 1 - 4 pm. Meals on Wheels 780-372-4074. Frozen meals for $7.00/meal. Meals made at the Golden Circle (Red Deer) & delivered frozen to BDSS Neighborhood Newcomers please call BDSS at 780-372-4074

Bashaw Home Support Program Routine housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry. For more information call BDSS at 780-372-4074. Bashaw Legion Wednesdays Bingo at 7:30 pm. 1st and 3rd Thursday Cribbage at 7:00 pm Friday Community Darts 7 pm Bashaw Library (in the Community Centre) Library Hours: Monday 1:30 -4:30 pm, Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. 10 am - 4:30 pm, closed for lunch 12:30 -1:30 pm, Sat. 10-noon, Free internet access, books, movies, & more! Bashaw Medical Clinic Call 780-372-3740 Bashaw Out of School Program Monday – Friday 7:00-8:30 am and 3:00-6:00 pm. Registration forms and information available by calling Rose or Colleen at BDSS 780-372-4074 or 780-781-5971 Bashaw RCMP Victim Services Contact Constable Bethany Simpson 780-372-3793.

Royal Purple Meeting 2nd Monday 7:30 pm St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (4 miles N of Bashaw on Hwy 21, 6 miles W on Hwy 53). 11:00 a.m. Sunday Service on the 1st & 3rd Sundays. Phone 780 372-3845 (office) or 780 678-5330 (cell) TOPS Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am at the United Church. Louise Hogg at 780-372-3776. Town Council Meetings 1st & 3rd Tuesdays Town of Bashaw: www.townofbashaw.com United Church 11:00 am Sunday Service with Sunday School. Phone: 780-372-3891. Website: www.bmunitedchurch.com Email: [email protected] Women’s Institute meetings 1st Wednesday of the month at 1:30 pm at the Community Centre. Contact: Flo Rider 403-883-2729. Zion Lutheran Church 9:30 am Sunday Service. Phone 780 3723845 (office) or 780 678-5330 (cell)

Bashaw Skating Club Karen 780-372-2447.

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Town of Bashaw Approved Council Minutes Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council Tuesday, June 17, 2014 7:00 p.m. Town of Bashaw Council Chambers Penny Shantz Bryan Gust, Rosella Peterman, Darren Pearson, and Deputy Mayor Regan Finlay Administrator and Recording Secretary: Linda Hannah Public Works Foreman: Murray Holroyd

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Councillor Pearson reported on the following: • June 7, 2014 - Razzle Dazzle Day; volunteered as a security guard at the Baseball Cabaret, over 200 dressed in style Hippy for the themed dance, the DJ tunes were great, one of the best events of the year; by day, working behind the scenes supplying the food for the BBQ and entered a float in the parade.

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Administrator's Report presented to Council.

Mayor: Councillors:

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Mayor Shantz CALLED THE JUNE 17, 2014 MEETING TO ORDER at 7:04 p.m.

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AGENDA

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MOVED by Councillor Pearson to adopt the June 17, 2014 Agenda as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Motion #138-2014

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Public Work Foreman's Report presented to Council.

Motion #140-2014

F. 1 Motion #141-2014

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DELEGATIONS • Matt - Archery Range

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Deputy Mayor Finlay entered Chambers at 7:15 p.m. Motion #142-2014 D. Motion #139-2014

MINUTES MOVED by Councillor Peterman to approve the Minutes of the June 3, 2014 Regular Meeting as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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COMMITTEE REPORTS Mayor Shantz reported on the following: • June 7, 2014 - Razzle Dazzle Day; rode in the parade, over 40 enthusiastic entries and lots of creative floats; volunteered for the dunk tank, warm sunny day, a great fundraiser for the Fire Department and a lot of fun for the community. • June 14, 2014 - Clive Fun Fest; rode in the parade, attended the dignitaries luncheon and enjoyed the farmer's market with over a dozen tables of crafts and goodies. Councillor Gust reported on the following: • June 7, 2014 - Razzle Dazzle Day; served up hamburger lunch to a hungry crowd, well attended and good eats; rode in the parade giving out candy to a cheering crowd. • June 13, 2014 - Highway 12/21; discussed business plan and timelines for project completion. Councillor Peterman reported on the following: • June 7, 2014 - Razzle Dazzle Day; helped organize the entertainment in the children's zone out front of the Community Church; activities included an illusionist/ventriloquist who entertained over 200 people with his vast array of talents, props and interesting parrot, volunteers creatively painted 100 little faces and there was festive music too; volunteered at the BBQ serving hamburgers and entered a float in the parade. Deputy Mayor Finlay no Meetings attended • June 7, 2014 - Razzle Dazzle Day - during the day, 50th Street was lined with a great mixture of vintage vehicles and the Sports Store held a sidewalk sale - the turnout downtown was fantastic.

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MOVED by Councillor Pearson to accept Committee Reports E1 - E7 as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BUSINESS MOVED by Councillor Gust to send Bylaw 757:2014 to Alberta Transportation for the Minister's approval. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Mayor Shantz to accept the Master Rates & Schedules Bylaw, Dog Registration Fees as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Councillor Peterman to accept the Master Rates & Schedules Bylaw, Cat Registration Fees as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Councillor Pearson to amend policy rate of $0.60 per km to read reimbursed as per the posted Government rate for mileage. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Deputy Mayor Finlay to rescind Door to Door Canvassing Policy 7.10. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Councillor Peterman to rescind Tax Certificate and Letters of Compliance Fees Policy 3.90. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Councillor Gust to rescind NSF Cheques Policy 8.10. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Deputy Mayor Finlay to accept the amendment to the MSI Memorandum of Agreement as proposed by AB Municipal Affairs CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Councillor Peterman to accept the May 31, 2014 Financial Statements as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Councillor Gust that Bylaw 758:2014 be given First Reading. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Deputy Mayor Finlay that Bylaw 758:2014 Section 4.1 be amended to read four year term and the given Second Reading. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Councillor Pearson to establish the

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Friday, August 1, 2014 Motion #158-2014 G. 1

submitted by the Bashaw School Staff Sept. 2

School resumes at 8:40 am.

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position of Assessor as a designated Officer for the Town of Bashaw and appoint Don Sheridan to this position. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Councillor Gust to accept Master Rates and Schedules Bylaw, Schedule A: Regional Assessment Review Board Member Honorarium as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Motion #159-2014

INFORMATION MOVED by Councillor Gust to accept any Correspondence, Minutes and/or Reports provided to Council as information only. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Motion #160-2014

MOVED by Councillor Pearson for Council to move In Camera at 8:45 p.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

H. Motion #161-2014

IN CAMERA MOVED by Councillor Pearson to come Out of Camera at 10:11 p.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Motion #162-2014

MOVED by Councillor Gust to direct the CAO to sign the lease with local farmer with an end date of December 31, 2015. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

MOVED by Councillor Pearson to accept Master Rates and Schedules Bylaw, Schedule B: Regional Assessment Review Board Appeal Fee as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Deputy Mayor Finlay to accept Master Rates and Schedules Bylaw, Schedule A: Office Fees. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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MOVED by Mayor Shantz to amend the Regular Meeting of Council for Summer Session; July 15, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. and August 26, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

MOVED by Mayor Shantz to deny letter requesting funding - not approved in 2014 Operating Budget. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY ADJOURNMENT Mayor Shantz adjourned the Regular Meeting of Council for June 17, 2014 adjourned at 10:38 p.m.

MOVED by Councillor Peterman to approve CAO vacation leave from September 17 through to October 8, 2014. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Bashaw Drugs

MOVED by Mayor Penny for Administration to send a letter of appreciation to RCMP.

Summer Fun for Kids Daily, 9:00-12:00 Precision Reading Program Schedule one on one reading time to help continue building on the basics. BDSS 780 –3724074 Weekly, 9:00-5:00 Bashaw Youth Foundation, Day Camp Programming Fun summer activities and outing all in one! Ages 5+ BYF 780-372 –4048 Tuesdays, 2:00-3:00 Bashaw Fire Hall Museum Drop in for old fashioned fun for kids ages 6-13. Bashaw Museum 780-281-4400 Wednesday (1st & 3rd monthly), 10:3012:00 Preschool Story Time Preschool age children are captivated through stories! Bashaw Library 780-372-4055 Wednesdays, 1:30-3:30 “Eureka” Summer Reading The annual TD Summer Reading Club for kids ages 5-13 at the Library 780372-4055

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Thursdays, 1:00-3:00 Summer in the Park Summer fun at the school playground for families and children of all ages! Children must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver. Alix, Bashaw, Clive, Delburne, Donalda, Elnora, Erskine, Forestburg, Haynes, Lousana, Mirror, Pine Lake, Tees & Trochu

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August 15–17, 2014 Please visit www.camrosefoundersdays.com for full schedule with details

FRIDAY, August 15, 2014 • 10:00 am – 11:30 am Rosehaven Open House 4612 53 Street – celebrating 100 since the Camrose Normal School opened • 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Messiah Church Hospitality Tea • 11.30 am Promenade – meet at Candler Gallery, walking to the Messiah Hospitality Tea, and then returning to the Bailey • 1:00 - 2:00pm Ceremony at the Bailey Theatre • 2:00 – 3:00 pm Founder Reception at the Bailey Theatre; refreshments provided by the Lefse House; WW I and WW II displays, Main Street Camrose open House, Theatre tours; • 3:00 pm Old Sparling Historical Walk hosted by Glenda Rott • 7:00pm Graveyard Tour hosted by John Person • 8:30pm Ghost Walk hosted by Janine Carroll WILLIAM FRANK (BILL) FOWLER 1917 – 1991

SATURDAY August 16th, 2014 • 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Firebox Festival & Garden Party at the Railway Station, Free train rides, big band, music, children’s crafts, “Olympic” games, homemade pie, hotdog concession • 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Family Culture Craze! At the Centennial Museum, Blacksmith demonstration, Under the Tent crafters, artisans and organization displays, tours, homemade chili concession • 7:00 pm The Camrose Railway Station Presents “Mary’s Wedding” Dessert Theatre at the Bailey Theatre. SUNDAY August 17th, 2014 • 2:00 pm encore matinee presentation of “Mary’s Wedding” matinee at the Bailey Theatre. Tickets $15 (not a dessert theatre) "Mary's Wedding" tickets available at the Railway Station (780 672-3099), Candler Art Gallery & will be available at the door

Was a friendly, jovial man of convictions, dedicated to the principal of service beyond self. He worked diligently through many community organizations whose objectives were consistent with truth, fairness and benefit for all. He gave of himself to the last day of his life, guided by the rule, “If a job is worth doing, it is worth doing well.” Always ready to extend a friendly hand, he enjoyed every opportunity to say, Welcome to Camrose credit: Bill Fowler Centre plaque, Mirror Lake Park

Village of Donalda Donalda Art Gallery will be hosting THE DAN WOOD COLLECTION 1972-2012 showing August 1 - 31, 2014. Photographs that capture time. Come out and enjoy this impressive compolation of the vision of Dan Wood. Agricultural Society Annual Bench Fair August 8 & 9, 2014 at the Donalda Community Hall. Drop off entries Friday, August 8 from 1 - 5 pm. Pancake breakfast from 9 - 11 am on Saturday, August 9. Viewing of exhibits from 9:30 - 3:00 pm Saturday, August 9. Get your entries started! Come out and enjoy this great family event! Sharon Lutheran Church Fall Harvest Service October 19 at 11:00 AM "Pancake and Music Jam" 2nd Sunday of each month. Pancakes at 11:00 a.m. Jam session to follow...Come join enjoy a fun time at the "Drop-In Centre" (corner of Main St. and Alberta Ave.)

ABRA Barrel Racing 403-883-2824 Barb Bosch Donalda Animal Rescue 403-883-2521 403-883-2870 Donalda Arena & Equestrian Centre 403-883-2330 Jodi Blouin Donalda Beautification Initiative 403-883-2891 Beth Fulton Donalda Campground 403-883-2330 Jodi Blouin Donalda Cemetery Club 403-883-2377 Holly Komishke Donalda Community Arts Society 403-883-2255 Byron Norman Donalda Community Hall Available for rent

403-883-2330 Jodi Blouin Donalda Coulee Friendship Club 403-883-2555 Judy Dinsmore 403-883-2253 Darlene Tantrum Pancake Breakfast & Music Jam - 2nd Sunday of the month Bingo - 3rd Wednesday at 7:30 pm. Friendship Centre is available to rent, they also cater Donalda Curling Club 403-883-2824 Mike Mueller Mixed Curling League - December - March Donalda & District Ag Society 403-883-2330 Jodi Blouin Donalda & District Museum 403-883-2100 Ken Favrholdt Email: [email protected] Donalda Equestrian Centre Indoor riding arena: 75 x 180 ft Outdoor riding arena: 300 x 300 ft Barrel Racing Jackpots - every Wednesday (403-883-2356) Arena is available for rent Donalda Library 403-883-2026 Donalda Light Riders 403-883-2436 Becky Clement Drill team rides - Monday nights (September - June) Trail rides all year Donalda Lutheran Churches 403-883-2025 Donalda & District Community Promotion Society 403-883-2891 Beth Fulton Donalda School 403-883-2280 Mr. John Thorn Donalda Ski Hill & Chalet 403-883-2330 Jodi Blouin Donalda Volunteer Fire Department

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Friday, August 1, 2014 The Forestburg Art Club Is proud to present: Kids Art Club every Tuesday from 3:30—5:00pm at the Art Club above the Fire Station. Junior and Senior High students only. Any questions contact Lori Trudeau 780-582-4111.

It’s time to ROCKADOODLE DOO With the local Seniors. On Thurs. August 14 you can catch the Flagstaff County Bus to the dinner theatre in Rosebud, Alberta. Departure time is 8:30am from the Big Knife Villa and expected return time is 6-7:30pm. Cost is $68 per person which includes meal and performance. Deadline for tickets is July 24th. For more info please call Marj Lunty 780-5822250, Ana Kimbal 780-582-3564, or Betty Hollis 780-582-3641.

GOOD GRIEF Bereavement Support Group at the Knox United Church, Killam Every Tuesday. To register, contact Helen Samm, Counsellor Flagstaff Family & Community Services (780)385-3976 email: counslertelus.net VMA Fitness Consulting A great place to start or continue your Fitness Commitment! Variety of Classes Offered. For more information 780-582-3800 Vickie Arksey

Forestburg Slo-Pitch Tournament 24 teams on August 16th and 17th! Please contact Mat for more info and to register @ 780-6088479.

BINGO

Every Tuesday evening the Forestburg Community Centre. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Hosted by the Forestburg Lions Club

Movie in the Park Tuesday, August 26 Movie: Rio 2. BBQ at 5:30 pm, followed by lots of children’s activities, 50/50 and the free movie at sundown. We are looking for volunteers to make this night a huge success. We need volunteers to sell 50/50 tickets, glow bands, tickets for the bouncy houses. If you have time to spare that evening we would love to have you. Please call Sharon at the Village office at 780-582-3668. Thank you in advance to all volunteers.

SENIORS

Looking for something to do? Try the Seniors Drop In Centre! Open Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Floor curling, cards, Pool, exercises, coffee

Forestburg and District Museum Summer Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 1 - 5 pm. • Come and check out our new bird and butterfly garden this summer. This beautiful display was put together by Isaac Boddy and the rest of the Golden Prairie 4-H Club. • This summer only—be sure to come and see our newest display “A Blast From the Past” which was created and presented by the Little Curators from the Forestburg School, grades 1-3. Forestburg Public Library: TD Summer Reading Program July and August. Drop in for a summer filled program of fun for children/youth of all ages. • Lego Day August 21, 1:30 - 3:30 pm at Forestburg Curling Rink. Ages 5-12, ages 8 & under must be accompanied by an adult. $5 per person. Pre-register by phone 780-582-4110 or in person at the library before August 13. • Princess Day- September 6, 12:00-3:00 p.m. at the Forestburg Library. $10.00/per child, Children under 4 must be accompanied by an adult. • Want to Walk More? Borrow a UWALK pedometer kit today to help find your stride! Developed by the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation at the University of Alberta and funded by the Government of Alberta. UWALK is focused on empowering people to be active through walking. Track activities and steps online. Challenge yourself and your friends to be more active each and every day. •

Forestburg Golf Club • Men’s Night Tuesday at 6 pm • Ladies Night Wednesday at 6 pm • Senior’s Thursday at 9 am • Mixed Night Friday at 6 pm Transfer Station now accepts: wet cell batteries paint and paint cans - aerosol, latex, oil and varnishes oil filters, empty oil jugs all electronics (e-waste)

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Golden Prairie 4H Club is collection tires to recycle. If you have any tires to donate call Jackie 780-582-2349. SOS (Service Options for Seniors) Donna Coombs Call 780-5823641 for questions or just come to the Golden Age Centre 2:00pm-3:00pm

LIBRARY HOURS Ph. 780-582-4110 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 10 am—5:30 pm Thursday: 10 am—8 pm Saturday: 10 am - 1 pm To find out about our programs, new books, or to renew or request items online: http:// forestburglibrary.prl.ab.ca FORESTBURG CLINIC Call 780-582-5185 for appointments Mon— Fri. Please confirm that your appointment is for Forestburg as the phone is call forwarded to Daysland clinic on days the Forestburg clinic is not open. WELL BABY CLINIC— Call 780-384-3652 for appt. FORESTBURG COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH: Lead Pastor David Tonner, Associate Pastor Andrew Lortie Sunday Morning Worship 9:00 a.m. Phone: 780-385-3607 Website: www.killambaptistchurch.ca/forestburg_church BETHEL UNITED: Sunday Services at 11:30 am First Sunday of each month is communion Last Saturday of each month, the Men’s Breakfast (8:30 – 10:00 am.) 780-582-3796, e-mail albethucpersona.ca HOPE LUTHERAN: Worship 9:30 am Pastor Rick Laurendeau 780-582-3531 1st & 3rd Sundays - led by Colin Millang 2nd & 4th Sundays - led by Pastor Rick Curtain Call Community Theatre Contact: Roxie Wegenast 780-5832112 Diplomat Mine Museum Society Contact: Ryan Hunting 780-5823758 Forestburg Aquanauts Contact: Robin Hillman 780-582-2207 Forestburg Arena Association Contact: Brent Stenson 780-582-3566 Forestburg Art Club Contact: Val Vincett 780-583-3929 Forestburg Ceramics and/or Pottery Contact: Marj Lunty 780-5822250 Forestburg Community Centre Contact: Reta LeGear 780-582-3811 Forestburg Concert Series Contact: Jope Langejans 780-582-3952 Forestburg Curling Club Contact: Jeff Northey 780-582-3925 Forestburg Dance Society Contact: Linda Welsh 780-582-2408 Forestburg Figure Skating Club Contact: Nicole Streich 780-5822490 Forestburg Fossils Hockey Contact: Jeff Northey 780-582-3925 Forestburg Golf Club Contact: Don Lunty 780-582-2192 Forestburg Historical Society Contact: Janice Freadrich 780-5822265 Forestburg Lightning Ladies Hockey Contact: Maureen Adams 780582-3720 Forestburg Minor Ball Contact: Aaron Martz 780-582-4252

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Friday, August 1, 2014 Adult Recreational Volleyball Contact Tracy Kozey 4037 4 9 - 3 1 8 1 . $5/month. Thurs., 7 to 9 pm at Delburne School, Large Gym

The Chautauqua A21 rates. New members welcome! Call Norma 403-747-2926. Delburne United Church Worship service and Sunday School every Sunday at 11:15 a.m. For more info call Amy Mueller 403-749-3772 or Carol 403-749-3856 Economic Development Group Contact Karen 403-749-3606

Anthony Henday Historical Society Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Museum; new members welcome. Ray at 403-749-3813.

ELKS meet 2nd Monday of the month at 8 pm sharp. Contact Roy Jamieson 403-749-2058

Can Skate, Seniors & Synchronized Skating or Keri 403-749-3112.

ELKS Senior Bus Due to lack of interest, the Elks bus will no longer make scheduled trips to Red Deer. The bus is available to rent by contacting Bob Smithies at 403-749-2906 or Mark Boucher at 1-587-3326308. Certain conditions apply.

Chamber of Commerce Contact Dave Grant at 403-749-2595 Citizens On Patrol (COPs) Volunteers are needed for one night a month, contact the Village Office if you are interested.

Family Community Support Services (FCSS) 403-749-3654.

Cowboy Church 2nd & last Wednesday of month, 7:00 pm Elnora Drop In. For more info call Mary Williams at 403-749-2047

Family School Wellness worker Angela Gurski. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the school. For information call 403-749-3838

Cumberland Hall to book the hall for your next gathering, please contact Ada & Gerry Linneberg at 403-749-2525.

Footcare Clinic Located at Elk Haven Manor, Delburne One Monday per month. Please call Elnora HomeCare office for an appointment 403-773-3636.

Delburne Ag Society 2nd Tuesday of the month. Contact Roberta Purdie 403-749-2700. Delburne & District Light Horse Association New members welcome. Cattle Penning Friday evenings start in June. Contact Darlene Schlag 403-749-3558/403-391-2731, or Peter van Elmpt (Pres) 403749-3279/403-318-4563 Delburne Community Hall For bookings contact Kerri Dickinson 403 749-3630 or cell 780 505-2558 Delburne Curling Club Contact Louise Smith at 403-749-3898

Great Bend Church of Christ Sunday mornings 10:15 a.m. Great Bend Ladies Aide Meet 3rd Wednesday of each month. New Members Welcome. Contact Blanche Wells at 403-749-2453. Great Bend Sewing Circle Meet 2nd Wednesday of month at Great Bend Church of Christ at 2 pm. Harvest Gym 403-749-3838. Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 am - 8:30 pm, Weekends/Holidays 9:00 am - 8:30 pm. Healthy Communities Initiative New members welcome! Call 403749-3380 for info.

Delburne Drop In Centre Play Crib on Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Potluck 2nd Friday at noon, before music and dance. Music & Dance 2nd, 4th & 5th Fri 1 - 4 p.m. General meetings 1st Monday after Crib at 4:30 p.m.

Junior Forest Wardens meet Thursdays at the Lousana Hall For more info contact Sharleen Klein at 403-749-2472.

Delburne 4-H Beef Club New members welcome. For information call Laura Biggs at 403-749-2665 .

Ladies Auxiliary to the Legion Meet 2nd Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m. Contact: Jeanette 403-749-3787

Delburne 4H Coal Trail Riders - New members welcome. For more information contact Susanne Widdecke 403-749-2731

New to Delburne Welcome package available at Neighbourhood Place.

Delburne Gospel Church Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Weekly Home Bible Studies Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Call 403-749-2211 or 403-749-3708. Delburne Library Tuesday - Friday: 11:00 - 5:00 pm

Saturday: 11:00 - 2:00 pm.

Delburne Minor Hockey Meeting 1st Thursday of the month. Call Dale 403-749-3243 or Lisa at 403-749-3535. delburneminorhockey.com

Lab Services Every Wednesday morning from 9-12 at the Elnora Health Center. To make an appointment call 403-773-3636.

The Royal Canadian Legion Open to the public Fri. and Sat. at 5:00 p.m. Potluck supper every 3rd Saturday! Meetings last Wednesday of the month. Bookings available. Contact Dwayne Shantz 403-749-2459. St Columba Anglican Church services are 10:30 a.m. every Sunday. The first Sunday of every month is Holy Communion with Rev. Edith Sandusky officiating. The following Sundays are morning prayers with a lay reader. Contact Jean Johnson @ 403-749-2411 School Council (PAC) Contact Tracy Jackson 403-749-3059.

Delburne Neighborhood Place 403-749-3380. Coordinator: Jayne Harrison. Hours: Monday to Thursday 9:30 am - 3:30 pm, Delburne Moms & Tots every Wednesday at Delburne United Church. Contact Linda Attfield at 403-304-4408 for information. Delburne Pharmacist Services - Alix Drugs provides a full prescription service for customers. Shannon Glover is able to deliver to Delburne and area residents. Call 403-391-6775. Delburne Playschool Tuesday's and Thursday's from 9-11:30 in St. Michael's Catholic Church (basement). Call Jane 403-749-2048 or Jayne at 403-749-3059 Delburne Pottery Club Very active, fun club, full studio, reasonable

Village Office Hours Mon - Thurs 9 am – 4:30 pm (closed 12-1 pm), Fridays 9:00 - 12:00 pm CLOSED afternoon. Council meetings 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 1 pm. Signs If you desire to have your event promoted on the highway and/or community signs, forward details to the Village Office in person or phone 403-749-3606. Well-Baby Immunization Clinics 2nd and 4th Wednesday at Neighborhood Place by appt only, call Elnora CHC 403-773-3636. Wheels on Meals Hot meals delivered Mon-Wed-Fri at lunch time. Call 403-749-3654. Women’s Outreach and Central Alberta Women’s Shelter services Appointments available upon request. Please call 403-749-3380

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Upcoming Events Delburne Elks Swimming Lessons August 11 - 16 at the Three Hills Aquatic Centre. Preschool: $33.00, Level: $38.00, Time: 9:30 11:30am. Bus provided. Pick-up registration forms at ATB Agency. Heritage Days and Fall Festival September 27 & 28 Watch for further info: www.facebook.com/DelburneEDC. Grow the BIGGEST !!!! Pumpkin, potato, cucumber, carrot, zucchini... We are looking for volunteers who are interested in solar energy. It is coming to our attention it is viable. Please call the Village Office if you have any interest in this issue. Delburne Farmers’ Market - New Management! The market is now proudly being operated by Delburne Economic Development Committee! Vendor tables available - call Marc Boucher at 403-848-3805 Watering Restrictions are in place again... those living on North side on Main Street water on even days and those living on South side water on odd days. Skunk traps are available at Village Office. $50 deposit required. Did you know that it’s illegal to kill muskrats without a proper license as they are a fur bearing animal? There have been some complaints to our office about the killing of muskrats in our pond. Please know the rules and regulations before killing any-thing. There could be fines is-sued to those who are not following these regulations. Crib Players needed Mondays 1:30pm at the Delburne Drop In. For more info., please call Alice at 403-749-3254 ASSISTANCE with FORMS Do you have questions around AB Seniors Benefits, Special Needs Assistance for Seniors, Dental / Optical Assistance for Seniors, and / or Education Property Tax Assistance for Seniors? If so, please phone FCSS (403 749 3654) to book an appointment. A trained volunteer will meet with you to help you fill out your forms and answer questions you may have. The Canadian Diabetes Bin is back! It is located at 2119 -20 St in the back ally across from the Fire Hall. Canadian Diabetes accepts all clothing, DVD's and accessories. Everything must be in bags. Lets help support a great cause and continue recycling. If you have any questions you can call Bev @ 403-506-1205 or Rus-sell @ 403-314-9961 Centennial Celebration 2013 DVD available for sale at $20.00 each. Call Shelly at the Anthony Henday Museum, 403-749-2711 or call Ray at 403-749-3813. FOOD BANK Non-Perishables Needed. Drop items at the Delburne Village Office. Immunizations 2nd & 4th Wed, 10 -12:30 Neighbourhood Place. Delburne has a junior firefighter program for 16-18 year olds who may be interested in a career as a firefighter or want to volunteer to help the community. What are you waiting for? Sign up today! You can pick up an information package and application at the Village Office. Feel free to follow us on Facebook & Twitter to find out what we are up to @ DelburneFireRescue CLEAN FILL for FREE Available at the dry dump. Come get as much as you want! SUMMER HOURS at dry dump are in effect starting May 1: TUESDAY - 3 pm to 6 pm SATURDAY - 9 am to 1 pm Please note that the dry dump is available for use by BOTH Village & County residents.

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Delburne Centralized School Phone: 403-749-3838

Website: www.delburneschool.ca

Harvest Gym Hours Monday-Friday 7:30am-8:30pm Weekends/Holidays 9:00am-8:30pm Adults: $50.00 2014 Legion Member: $25.00 Students attending DCS: $10.00 All memberships are valid to June 27, 2014. Delburne Boys & Girls Club Delburne Centralized School • Kids Club 6-12 year olds, Thursday, 3:30-5:30 pm Games, crafts, snack, theme days, meet new friends. • Keystone 13-17 year olds, Thursday, 6:00-8:00 pm Ski trip, leadership activities, retreats, offsites, fundraising. If you are interested please contact AJ @ 403-342-6500 ext. 112 or [email protected] or you can grab a registration form at the school office. IT’S FREE!

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Delburne Municipal Library Located on Main Street 403-749-3848

Librarian: Judy Nicklom

Email address:[email protected] Website: http://delburnelibrary.prl.ab.ca Tuesday - Friday: 11:00 - 5:00 pm. Saturday 11:00– 2:00 pm SEA CAN is available! We have been doing some spring cleaning out behind the library, our Sea Can is available. Please inquire at the library for further info. CHECK OUT the new titles arriving weekly at the library. Sign up for your "ME" account to access items at over 300 participating libraries! Ask us how. MEMBERSHIP has it’s privileges With your membership, you have access to limitless print materials for all ages. If you don't see it at our library, we can borrow it from any library in Canada. E-books and e-audiobooks are also available. Read magazines and newspapers from around the world on line! We have 5 public computers with wireless internet, or you can bring in your own and sign in as a library guest. You can borrow DVD's for a week at no charge. Print, copy, fax and laminating services for a small fee. Volunteers are always welcome, come out and support your library! Newspapers online or on your Tablet or phone! Download PressReader (www.pressreader.com). Over 2,200 newspapers in 54 languages, or visit the Delburne Library, click on elibrary from our web page, and choose newspapers and magazines, then library and press display, then "search" for the paper you wish to read! We offer use of the public computers and wireless internet during business hours. Printing, photo copies, faxing and laminating services for a small fee. We have a Kobo Mini for loaning purposes. A small deposit will be required, and returned to the borrower upon return of the e-reader to Delburne municipal library. Please inquire at the library for additional information. Looking for ebooks? Download eBooks and eAudiobooks. Freading will be available with an active membership. CNIB audio books are available for visually challenged patrons. Activities Watch facebook and “in-library” notices for upcoming events in the library.

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Friday, August 1, 2014

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Village of Delburne Council Minutes Council Minutes – Regular Meeting of June 24, 2014 A)

Call to Order Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council for the Village of Delburne held Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 1:06 P.M. in the Village Office with the following being present: Deputy Mayor: Councilors:

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C) #2014-139

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Tim Wilson Darlene Dushanek Judith Hogan

Assistant Administrator:

Janice McWhan

With regret:

Ray Reckseidler Karen Fegan

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Skateboard Park Funds 5) Moved by Councilor J. Hogan to table definitely. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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Accounts Payable Moved by Councilor D. Dushanek to receive for information Accounts Payable cheque list #529-549 inclusive. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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Administrative Reports 1) 2) 3)

Financial Report – next meeting. Complaints – Administration to deal with. Bank Reconciliation – presented.

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Moved by Councilor J. Hogan that Council accept the Administrator’s Report as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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Round Table Discussion

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Adjournment Moved by Councilor D. Dushanek that the meeting adjourn. 2:40 PM CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Delegations

Correspondence Moved by Councilor D. Dushanek that Council receive two (2) items of correspondence for information and possible further action. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 1)

Red Deer County – MDP Amendments – Received for Information.

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Red Deer County – Patrol Report – Received for information.

Unfinished Business 1)

Bylaw 1102/2014 – False Alarms – no new information.

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2) Plan 1923HW, Block 14, Lot 3 - Estimates Moved by Councilor D. Dushanek to table definitely. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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New Business

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1) Library Per Capital Payment Moved by Councilor D. Dushanek to table definitely. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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4) Bylaw 1107/2014 Rezoning (C2-R2) Moved by Councilor J. Hogan to table definitely. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Confirmation of Previous Council Minutes June 10, 2014 Regular Council Meeting Minutes 1) Moved by Councilor J. Hogan that the Minutes of the June 10, 2014 Regular Meeting of Council for the Village of Delburne be adopted as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Moved by Councilor D. Dushanek to table definitely. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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Adoption of Agenda Moved by Councilor J. Hogan that the Agenda for the June 24, 2014 Meeting of Council for the Village of Delburne be adopted as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

1:30 Delburne Curling Club 1) Deputy Mayor T. Wilson welcomed Mr. Larry Berg and Mr. Bryan Whittemore to Council. They presented their concerns and future plans for the Delburne Curling Club. E) #2014-140

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2) Assessor Appointment Moved by Councilor J. Hogan to table definitely. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 3)

Budget Amendment

There is far more right with us than wrong with us. - Jon Kabat-Zinn

Delburne Gospel Church With summer here families and farms are off and running. It can be a very busy time of year, but there is still time to be found for families. There is camping, vacations, baseball, soccer, spray parks, golfing, frisbee, picnics, swimming, hotdog roasts, and dancing in the rain. The possibilities are endless. We would like to encourage you all to have a wonderful, happy and safe summer. Weekly home Bible Studies will continue on Thursdays throughout summer. Please contact us for time and location. Sunday Worship Service & Sunday School at 11:00am If you have questions concerning our ministries please call: (403) 749-2211, (403) 749-3708 or (403) 749-2699

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Willow-Valley Presbyterian Church (located on Hwy 595)

Worship Service - 10am Sundays Cowboy Church - 10am 2nd Sunday of month For more information call 403-749-2525

Delburne Community Engagement Site For more information please call Sheila Gongaware, 403-505-4106, or email: [email protected]

Friday, August 1, 2014

Great Bend News Great Bend Church of Christ services are 10:15 a.m. every Sunday. Ladies Bible Study is Mondays at 1:30 p.m. at the church. The Dorcas Sewing Circle ladies meet 2nd Wed. of each month at 2 p.m. at the church. All are welcome. For more info. contact: Verna at 403749-2003 or Judy at 403-749-2000. For Hall information and bookings please contact Shelley Perry 403749-2821or Lynn Williams 403-749-2212.

Glenellen Community Centre Scrapbooking every Thursday evening at 7 PM Call Doris 403 886 4108 or Jeannine 403 886 4829 for more info. Glenellen Community Center is available "'for rentals for family reunions, birthdays, courses, etc. We're located on the corner of range road 254 and township road 360 near Pine Lake. The centre sits on a 2 acre site. On the grounds we have a ball diamond, picnic area with fire pit, and two horseshoe pits. We are wheelchair accessible and have two washrooms. For more info call...Michelle Koster 403-227-1521, Suzanne Hawkes 403-391-9021 or Sharon Dreeshen 403-598-4160

Pine Lake Happenings Pine Lake Mom’s & Tot’s Every other Thursday at the Pine Lake Hub. Contact Jayne at 403-749-3380 for information. Ghost Pine 40+ Club Potluck Supper and Meeting 1st Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Pine Lake Hub. Holy Trinity Church Service Sunday mornings 11:15 a.m. Pine Lake Hub Community Centre • Carpet Bowling 1st Tuesday of every month afternoon & evening, Mondays for the rest of the month. • General Meeting 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Pine Lake Singers meet Wednesdays 7:30 p.m. at the Pine Lake Hub.

Fawn Meadows Golf & Country Club Delburne & District Lighthorse Association If you are a horse enthusiast, young or old, just learning to ride or an experienced rider, come be a part of the D.D.L.H.A. Where horses, friendships & fun come together to make special family memories! • • •

Participate in Cattle Penning Friday evenings (weather permitting) Gymkhana events held in Delburne Aug 16 (please call for times). Annual Membership fee is $15 for an individual or $20 for a family. Riders fee of $5

For more info contact: Peter van Elmpt 403-749-3279 (home) 403-318-4563 (cell) [email protected] (email) Bonnie Stephenson 403-749-3434 (home)

We invite you to come and enjoy some time at the clubhouse, in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy the ATMOSPHERE that is complimented by our pleasant and courteous staff. Bring your family and friends in for a great meal from our NEW menu, or enjoy one of our lunch specials. (Do not forget the FRIDAY NIGHT Steak Special) Hours of operation are 7am to 9pm, 7 days a week. Questions regarding any of the products or services offered, can be communicated to us by: Email - [email protected] Phone - 403 749 3296 and one of our Professional Staff will assist you. The Management & Staff look forward to renewing acquaintances & tending to your golfing needs. Robert Pols, General Manager

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Friday, August 1, 2014

The Chautauqua A25

Kneehill Funeral Services Ltd. "Local Family Owned & Operated"

Elnora Pharmacy DIVISION OF WESTERSUND CHEMISTS LTD. GST # R105642623

Locations: Trochu Three Hills

403-332-2123 403-443-5111

Elnora & District Representative Lloyd Cheshire 403-773-3571

Village of Elnora

# 205 Main Street Box 705 Elnora, Alberta, Canada, T0M 0Y0 Ph: 403 773 3678 Fax: 403 773 3511 Cell: 403 318 7396 E-mail: [email protected] Web: elnorapharmacy.com

Donald A. Westersund, B.Sc.Pharm. ‘68, M.Sc.Pmcol. 71 R.P.E.B.C. 73, Licensed Pharmaceutical Chemist Healthcare Professional Lic. Pesticide Vendor Res: 403 773 2426

Community Sunday School & Adult Bible Study Sundays 11:00 a.m., Elnora Drop-In Centre.

The Village of Elnora Visit www.villageofelnora.com.

Elks meet 1st Thursday at 8 p.m.

Buffalo Rock Golf Course ph 403-773-3683 • Monday: Ladies Night 6:00 pm • Thursday: Men's Night 6:30 pm • Friday: Seniors 9:45 am

Elnora Community Engagement Site at the Elnora School Mondays & Wednesdays. Call Janice Scott at 403-667-3185

Elnora Book Club We welcome new members anytime. Remember, you need not commit to anything and we have no strict rules: phone 403 755 6305. Black Dragon Martial Arts Lousana offering Kids and Adult Karate for all ages & all fitness levels. Introducing Kick Boxing for all ages & all fitness levels. Classes are Sundays. Contact Sheri at 403-749-3701 Elnora Care and Share Pick-up or Drop-off new or gently used items of clothing, toys, books household items (please no furniture or electronics). McTurk Salon, for more info call Charlene 403-773-2223. "Empty Kettle Cafe" open on Main Street. Phone: 403-773-2244 A membership to the Elnora Museum will cost you ONLY $10.00 per year. Your yearly donation of $10.00 will go a long way towards helping us reach our goals for 2013. Please mail your $10.00 membership fee to: Elnora Museum Membership c/o Karen Richardson Box 648 Elnora, Alberta TOM 0Y0 The Elnora Museum if someone wants to make an appointment to see it, (Museum Tours) please call Pat Matthews at 403-7733937 or Louise Higginbottom at 403-773-3570. THANK YOU FOR HELPING KEEP OUR STORIES ALIVE! Elnora Quilters Tuesdays 9:00 - 3:30 at the Curling Rink. $3 per day. Call Joan 403-773-3658 If you are interested in being part of a Citizens on Patrol (COP) program, contact Neighbourhood Place at 403-773-3171.

Elnora Drop-In • COFFEE & CARDS: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday at 1:30p.m. • POT LUCK : First Friday of each month at noon, excluding July & August. • DROP-IN MEETING: July 15th at 10a.m. • JAM SESSIONS: First & Third Fridays of each month at 1p.m., excluding July & August. • COWBOY CHURCH: 2nd & Last Wednesday of each month at 7p.m. Everyone WELCOME to all events. Should you require any information, please call (403)773-2137 or (403)773-3670 Elnora FCSS Contact 403-773-3920 Elnora 4-H Beef Club call Randy Armstrong & Rebecca Cunningham Elnora Garbage Pickup

Tuesday morning

Elnora Public Library: Wanda Strandquist, Library Manager Phone: 403-773-3966 Website: http://elnoralibrary.prl.ab.ca. Email: [email protected]. Facebook: www.facebook.com/ElnoraPublicLibrary Monday 9:30 to 1:00 pm Tuesday 3:00 to 8:00 pm Wednesday 9:30 to 1:00 pm Friday 3:00 to 8:00 pm. Membership is $10.00 per year which includes everyone in the household. Services provided: colour copy, fax, laminate, photograph printing. Library has 6 public computers Elnora Playschool Monday and Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 am in the basement of the Elnora United Church. Teacher: Shelley Lawrence. For more info, call April Irwin 403-773-3171

AA meetings Mondays in the Elnora Anglican Church basement at 8:30 pm. 1st Monday is open AA & Al-Anon meeting.

Lab Hours Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 - noon at the Elnora Community Health Centre. Baby Immunization Clinic Every Thursday morning, 10 am to 12:30 at the Elnora Community Health Center Foot Care Clinics Located at Elnora Home Care Office (The old hospital in Elnora) One Wednesday afternoon a month starting at 4:00pm. Please call Elnora HomeCare office for an appointment 403-773-3636. Well Baby Clinic every Thursday morning 8:30 - 12:30 pm at the Elnora Community Health Centre.

Ag Society meets 4th Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.

Legion meets 1st Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.

Elnora Community Hall and Elnora Ag Centre, call Village of Elnora 403-773-3922, office hours 9:30 am to Noon and 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday.

Museum Development Committee meets 2nd Tuesday at 10 a.m. call Pat at 403-773-3937, Freda at 403-773-3629.

Elnora Car Wash – Coffee Shop and Neighbourhood Place. Closed Friday at 6 pm and Saturdays. Buried Treasures: Vol. I and II available. Call Sharon 403.773.2452 or Rose 1.403.227.2064 for further information.

Neighbourhood Place Contact April at 403-773-3171. Churches: Sunday mornings Anglican 1st Sunday is prayer with Lay reader at 10:30 3rd Sun. Holy Communion with Reverend Sandusky 10:30 United 11:30 am.

Royal Purple meets 2nd Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Rural Boys and Girls Clubs meet Thursdays behind the Elnora Library from 3:30 - 8:30 p.m. If you have any ideas about how to encourage the youth of Elnora to be involved in positive activities, events or

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Friday, August 1, 2014 9am-11am Trail ride registration & rides- 9am-noon Drumheller Freson Bros/Goouch's Gang Lunch- noon - 2pm Awards ceremony for junior & senior riders Country Cookers BBQ beef supper-4pm- 6pm

Elnora FCSS For information on any Elnora FCSS program, please call Sheila Gongaware at 403.773.3920 or email [email protected] . Ladies Evening Out Creating Homemade Thinking of You Cards on Wednesday, August 20th, 7:00PM to 8:30PM at the Elnora Ag Building. Please call or email to register.

Activities & entertainment: Doris Daley- cowboy poet/singer Eli Basi- singer/yodeller Jill Brodie- "ducks & dogs' demo Poker rally & poker rally ride Richmond quilt & prize raffle Silent auction Goouch's watering hole The return of the STARS pie auction & throw Many other surprises!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Come join the fun & tradition of the longest running volunteer fundraiser for STARS in Alberta!!!!!!!!!!!!! More info on ride https://foundation.stars.ca/rumseyride

It’s time to Rock-a-doodle-doo!! “Chickens” matinee dinner theatre on Saturday, August 16th leaving the Elnora Drop In at 9:00 AM - Please call for more details We Walk A great opportunity for all ages to walk and enjoy the great outdoors on Monday, August 4, 11, 18 and 25 - meeting Kirsty at Neighborhood Place at 10:00 am to walk the paths and venture around Elnora. Please call for more detail Capsule of Life Each plastic capsule contains a blank information form. Once completed, this form gives pertinent data regarding an individual’s doctor, allergies, and next of kin. This form is then stored in the capsule, which is kept in the refrigerator. In the event of an emergency, the Capsule of Life can be easily accessed by medical emergency personnel. For more information, please give me a call. Dry Island Buffalo Jump Weekend – Come, Create and Celebrate August 29 to September 1 - where numerous events are being held in and around Elnora – watch for further information. Please call for more details about all the events happening on the weekend.

Immunizations

2nd & 4th Friday, 10 am-12:30, St. Mary’s Health Centre, Call 403-773-3636

If you are a woman aged 50 to 69, you should have a screening mammogram at least every two years. You do not require a referral. Results will be mailed to you and your healthcare provider Three Hills Health Centre 1-800-667-0604

The Town website has several links at: http://www.town.trochu.ab.ca/

TOOLS FOR SCHOOL Unfortunately, the price of school supplies can be a dreaded thought when faced with expenses that strain an already tight budget. In an effort to make the expenses of getting ready for school more bearable, the Tools for School program will be in operation once again throughout the Kneehill area. If your family has a lower income please contact our office at 403-443-3800 to learn more about accessing the program or talk to your school Family Resource Worker. To make a cash donation, please call 403-443-3800. Donations made in the Kneehill area stay in the Kneehill area!

AA Meeting Wednesdays 7:00 pm 403-442-2162 Communities In Bloom 1st Monday 7:00 pm @ Library 403-442-3173 Huxley 4H Beef Club 3rd Monday 7:30 pm 403-442-2052 Huxley Community Association 1st Tuesday 7:30 pm 403-442-2678 Huxley United Church Women 2nd Thursday 7:30 pm 403-442-2340 Kneehill KidSport 2nd Tuesday 7:30 pm 403-443-0793 St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary 3rd Tuesday 7:00 pm 403-442-3130 Take Off Pounds Sensibly every Thursday at 8:45 am 403-442-2447 Torrington Lioness Club 2nd Mondays 8:00 pm 403-631-2236 Torrington Lion’s Club 1st & 3rd Monday’s 8:00 pm 403-631-2236 Torrington Tourism Action Society 3rd Monday 7:00 pm 403-6312255 Trochu Arboretum Society 4th Tuesday 403-442-2111 Trochu Catholic Women’s League 4th Wednesday 403-442-3820 Trochu Chamber of Commerce 3rd Thursday 6:30 pm 403-442-2703 Trochu & District Museum 3rd Thursday 7:30 pm 403-442-3935 Trochu Elks 1st Tuesday 8:00 pm 403-442-2572 Trochu Fire Department 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 403-442-2217 Trochu Library Board 1st Tuesday 403-442-2458 Trochu Lions 2nd & 4th Mondays 403-442-3061 Trochu Neighbourhood Place 3rd Monday 5:00 pm 403-442-2839 Trochu Royal Purple 2nd Tuesday 8:00 pm 403-442-2685 Wimborne Ladies Club 1st Tuesday 403-631-2494 Wimborne & District Fish & Game Association 1st Wednesday 403631-2383

Trochu & District

All About ‘Kings’

SUMMER READING PROGRAM Trochu Library on Thursdays from 11 - noon during July and August. http://www.town.trochu.ab.ca/ parks-recreation/trochu-municipal-library/

The most powerful king on this earth is wor-King; The laziest is shir-King; One of the worst is smo-King; The wittiest is jo-King; The quietest is thin-King; The thirstiest is drin-King; The slyest is win-King; And the noisiest is tal-King.

Trochu Valley School Courtesy of the school staff 403-442-3872: Both Campus 1 and 2 are connected by an internet based phone system. Our phone number will ring at both campuses. We will be able to transfer calls to each office, classroom and portable. Email: [email protected] Each staff member can be contacted by their school email at: [email protected] Web Site: http://trochuvalley.ghsd75.ca

August 10

25th Anniversary Ride for STARS @ TL Bar Ranch. Events & meals include: Rumsey Fire Dept. Pancake breakfast Information can also be found via The Capital event c a l e n d a r a t www.threehillscapital.com or www.kals3hills.ca

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Friday, August 1, 2014

The Chautauqua A27

Let each man think himself an act of God, His mind a thought, His life a breath of God; And let each try, By great thoughts and good deeds, To show the most of Heaven he hath in him. –Philip James Bailey

Putting Yourself First Daily Self-Care We have all heard the instructions of an airline attendant reminding us to put on our own oxygen mask before we help anyone else with theirs. This advice is often cited as a metaphor for self-care because it so accurately expresses why it is important. It seems to say, ironically, that if you can’t take care of yourself for yourself, do it for others. Few situations in our daily lives mimic the wake-up call of an airplane emergency, so it’s easy to keep putting self-care off—easy, that is, until we get sick, overwhelmed, or exhausted, and suddenly don’t have the energy to care for the people who count on us. That’s when we realize we haven’t been getting the oxygen we need to sustain ourselves. We begin to understand that taking care of ourselves is neither selfish nor indulgent; it’s just plain practical.

O, Great Spirit, whose voice I hear in the winds and whose breath gives life to the world, hear me! I come before you, one of your many children. I am small and weak.

Putting yourself first means that it may be necessary to say no to someone else in order to say yes to yourself. For many of us, there is always something we feel we could be doing for someone else, and it helps to remember the oxygen metaphor. You can even encourage yourself by saying "I am caring for myself so that I am better able to care for others" or some other mantra that will encourage you. It also helps to remember that self-care doesn’t have to be composed of massively time-consuming acts. In fact, the best prescription for taking care of yourself is probably small, daily rituals; for example, taking one halfhour for yourself at the beginning and end of the day to meditate, journal, or just be. You might also transform the occasional daily shower or bath into a half-hour self-pampering session. Whatever you decide, making some small gesture where you put yourself first every day will pay off in spades for you and the ones you love. The oxygen you need is all around you; sometimes you just need to be reminded to breathe. - Source: DailyOM.com

I need your strength and wisdom… Make me wise, so that I may know the things you have taught my people, the lesson you have hidden in leaf and rock. I seek strength, not to be superior to my brothers, but to be able to fight my greatest enemy – myself. Make me ever ready to come to you with clean hands and straight eyes, so that when my life fades, as a fading sunset, my spirit may come to you without shame. – old Ute Indian prayer Alix, Bashaw, Clive, Delburne, Donalda, Elnora, Erskine, Forestburg, Haynes, Lousana, Mirror, Pine Lake, Tees & Trochu

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Friday, August 1, 2014

August is Impaired Driving Month

One Simple Act

Alberta currently has the highest rate of Impaired Driving in all of Canada and the RCMP in conjunction with Alberta Transportation is committed to curbing this trend. Our province’s new impaired driving law will help to reduce the number of drinking drivers on our roads – and that means fewer deaths and serious injuries. Drivers who are criminally impaired or refuse to provide a breath sample will receive the harshest penalties. And, these drivers will still be charged with a criminal offence. Tougher consequences at the .05 to .08 level are designed to discourage drinking and driving – before drivers reach the criminally impaired level. Our goal is to create safer roads by ensuring that Albertans take responsibility for their actions behind the wheel.

Summer is in full swing. The gardens are growing and the weedin’ a plenty. Remember, it’s never too late to begin a small backyard compost bin. It can even be a heap of organic matter layered each time with dead grass and leaves. Maintain some moisture (as much as a damp sponge) and allow nature to do the rest.

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Alberta is focusing on those who receive Criminal Code offences, repeat offenders and new drivers. Education and enforcement are both key to Alberta's approach. This made-in-Alberta approach focuses on changing behaviours through mandatory courses and ignition interlock use. Alberta does not believe that fines are the solution. These changes do not include fines or demerit points. This legislation does not prevent responsible Albertans from having a drink with dinner or friends. Our focus is safer roads.

Facts and Stats Who • As the severity of the collision increases, so does the likelihood that the collision involved a drinking driver. • On average in Alberta, one in five drivers involved in fatal collisions had been drinking prior to the collision. • According to statistics, males between 18 and 21 years of age are most likely to have been drinking before a collision. When • The highest number of casualty collisions involving alcohol occur from May to October. • Most casualty collisions involving alcohol occur on the weekends. • The most likely time for these collisions is between 11 p.m. and 3 a.m. • Drinking and driving collisions are often associated with long weekends. Suspensions and Convictions • Over the last five years, there have been 43,111 criminal convictions for impaired driving in Alberta. Deaths and Injuries Drinking and driving imposes enormous costs on our society. The true cost of drinking and driving is the victims: • From 2008 to 2012, 471 people were killed and 7,397 people were injured in alcohol-related collisions. • In 2012 alone, 78 people were killed and 1,268 were injured. New drivers are not immune to the hard and steady stance Alberta is implementing in regards to drinking and driving. Alberta has introduced the "AZAT", Alberta Zero Alcohol Tolerance, for GDL drivers. What is AZAT? The Alberta Zero Alcohol Tolerance Program (AZAT) is a tough drinking and driving law for new drivers, regardless of age, licensed under the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) Program. Drivers with Learner (Class 7) or Probationary (Class 5) licences must have a zero blood alcohol level when driving or they will automatically receive a one-month licence suspension. What happens if I am caught driving after having consumed any alcohol? Peace officers are given authority under the Traffic Safety Act (TSA)

Summer

Summer Bits Have you ever seen the messages hotels use directed at guests to save the environment by reusing your towels?

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If you enjoy fishing in Alberta and use worms as bait… worms may seem innocent, but they are an invasive species that threaten the health of the forest floor. If you pack them in, pack them out— please do not dump your worms.

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Connect with nature this summer. Make a date with yourself and friends to take a walk in the woods or on the prairie. And just to be safe, learn about ticks. onesimpleact.alberta.ca

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to request a breath sample from any Learner or Probationary driver who they stop and suspect has consumed alcohol. If your breath sample indicates the presence of alcohol or you refuse to provide a breath sample, then the peace officer will request the immediate surrender of your driver’s licence and serve Notice of Suspension/Disqualification, which stays effective until the outcome of all proceedings and a review by Alberta Transportation. Along with the suspension is a 7 day vehicle seizure. RCMP are asking that all drivers, regardless of age or ability, to please use good judgement this summer and choose to NOT drink and drive.

Attitude By Charles Swindoll “The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude, to me, is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, than education, than money, than circumstances, than failures, than success, than what other people think or say or do. It is more important than appearance, giftedness or skill. It will make or break a company...a church...a home. The remarkable thing is we have a choice every day. We cannot change our past...we cannot change the fact that people will act in a certain way. We cannot change the inevitable. The only thing we can do is play on the one string we have, and that is our attitude...I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it. And so it is with you...we are in charge of our attitudes.” *************** It is not the critic who counts, not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again because there is no effort without error and shortcomings, who knows the great devotion, who spends himself in a worthy cause, who at the best knows in the end the highest achievement of triumph and who at worst, if he fails while daring greatly, knows his place shall never be with those timid and cold souls who knows neither victory nor defeat. -- Theodore Roosevelt, 26th U.S. Pres.

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Friday, August 1, 2014

The Chautauqua A29

BLAINE CALKINS Seeing The Bigger Picture M.P., WETASKIWIN Together On Earth Seeing an image of the planet Earth taken from space inspires awe in many of us, sincemy we Constituency can clearly seeoffice the connectedness of all of us who Please contact if you have any questions or live upon on thisany planet. We have created imaginary boundaries, concerns federally related matters, postage free, at: sectioning Bay #6A, ourselves countries andT4J states, that in reality we 1-800are all 4612 - 50thinto Street, Ponoka, 1S7;forgetting tel: 403-783-5530; toll free: living together, the same air, drinking from the water, 665-0865 or visitbreathing my web site: www.blainecalkinsmp.ca or same on twitter at eating food grown from the same earth. We share everything on this www.twitter.com/blainecalkinsmp. planet, whether we are conscious of it or not, with other people, and those people are our brothers and sisters. Keeping a photograph or painting . of the planet Earth in a prominent place in our homes can be a positive way to remember our interconnectedness. Meditating on the fact that any sense of separation we have from one another is truly an illusion, we will naturally begin to make more conscious choices in our daily lives. The simple act of preparing food, or determining how to dispose of our refuse, can be done with the consciousness that whatever we do will affect all our brothers and sisters, no matter how far away they live, as well as the planet herself. When we foster this kind of awareness in ourselves out of a feeling of awe, it becomes easier to be conscious than to fall back into old habits of thinking of ourselves as separate. When we contemplate the earth in her wholeness, we attune ourselves to the truth of the bigger picture, which is the Earth, and all of us, every one of us, living on her body. We are connected to one another in the most intimate way, because we literally share our living space. As more people become aware of the reality of our interdependency, things will shift in a positive direction, and much of the discord that we see now will give way to a more cooperative, loving conscious. This is happening already, so as our consciousness grows, we can join with the many other minds working to live in the spirit of togetherness.

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Living with It People Who Don't Get It You may be someone who understands the true nature of reality, perceiving deeply that we all emanate from the same source, that we are all essentially one, and that we are here on earth to love one another. To understand this is to be awakened to the true nature of the self, and it is a blessing. Nevertheless, people who just don’t get it are seemingly everywhere and, often, in positions of power. It can be frustrating and painful to watch them behave unconsciously. We all encounter individuals of this bent in our families, at work, and in all areas of public life. It is easy to find ourselves feeling intolerant of these people, wishing we could be free of them even though we know that separation from them is an illusion. It helps sometimes to think of us all as different parts of one psyche. Just as within our own hearts and minds we have dark places that need healing, the heart and mind of the world has its dark places. The health of the whole organism depends upon the relative health of the individuals within it. We increase harmony when we hold onto the light, not allowing it to be darkened by judgment, anger, and fear about those who behave unconsciously. It’s easier to accomplish this if we don’t focus on the negative qualities of individuals and instead focus on how increasing our own light will increase the light of the overall picture. When dealing with people who seem very unconscious, it helps to remember that every one must find their own way to awakening and that the experiences they are having are an essential part of their process. Holding them in the light of our own energy may be the best way to awaken theirs. At the same time, we are inspired by their example to look within and shed light on our own unconscious places, sacrificing the urge to judge and surrendering instead to humble self-inquiry. - Source DailyOM.com

You cannot see outside of you what you fail to see inside. - Anothony de Mello

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A30 The Chautauqua

Friday, August 1, 2014

Rod Fox MLA

Kerry Towle MLA

Lacombe Ponoka

Innisfail Sylvan Lake

Rod Fox Wildrose MLA Lacombe Ponoka Constituency [email protected] #101 4892 46 Street, Lacombe AB T4L 2B4 Phone 403 782 7725 email: [email protected]

Putting Victims First: Protecting the Rights of Victims and Keeping Criminals Off Our Streets A Wildrose government would expand the use of GPS monitoring on violent criminals, introduce a provincial Victims’ Bill of Rights, crack down on white collar crime, proclaim the Mandatory Reporting of Child Pornography Act and target child abuse, child exploitation and child pornography, the Wildrose Official Opposition announced. The commitments are just part of Moving Alberta Forward: Putting Victims First – the fifth of nine policy initiatives Wildrose will unveil this summer and fall. It was announced in Edmonton. “Wildrose believes that it should be the number one job of our justice system to put the rights of victims first,” Wildrose Leader Danielle Smith said. “Albertans deserve a government that will work tirelessly to protect our families and communities, make sure the rights of victims are protected and will keep violent criminals off our streets.” The increase in GPS monitoring will target pedophiles and other dangerous offenders and includes mandating stricter enforcement for conditions of release. These policies will be implemented alongside a new Victims’ Bill of Rights that will ensure victims are given the resources, protections and compensation necessary to cope with the damage inflicted on them by criminals. “Albertans have spoken clearly on this issue. Victims should never be re-victimized and, as a government, it is our responsibility to make sure that never happens,” Smith said. With white collar crime costing Albertans billions of dollars, a Wildrose government will strengthen the mandate and increase the resources of the Alberta Securities Commission and law enforcement to pursue white collar fraudsters and to return fraudulently obtained funds to victims. By proclaiming the Mandatory Reporting of Child Pornography Act (passed in 2010), along with increasing funding for Alberta’s Integrated Child Exploitation (ICE) teams and creating a Child Protection Taskforce, Wildrose Justice Critic Shayne Saskiw said Alberta can start taking more aggressive action against these horrible crimes.

Innisfail-Sylvan Lake Constituency Office #18 4804-42 Ave Innisfail, AB T4G 1T4 403-227-1500 1-888-655-2535 [email protected] Twitter @KerryTowleMLA or find me on Facebook

Public Interest Commissioner Findings Point to Broken Whistleblower Legislation and Health Care System Failure to disclose a $75,000 sole-source contract conflict of interest by a senior executive at Alberta Health Services (AHS) is further evidence of broken legislation governing whistleblowers and our health care system, the Wildrose Official Opposition said recently. The Public Interest Commissioner’s report released outlined how one senior AHS executive was a former partner and shareholder with the corporation that received a $75,000 contract from AHS. Despite the conflict of interest not being disclosed to AHS, the Commissioner said the actions could not be described as wrongdoing under the current whistleblower legislation. The investigation began after Wildrose Critic Kerry Towle wrote a letter to the Public Interest Commissioner to investigate allegations raised through a whistleblower. Towle welcomed the Commissioner’s findings, but called it deeply disturbing that these findings could not be listed as “wrongdoing” under the current law. “Today’s announcement shows us that there is no real openness or transparency from executives who break even their conflict of interest rules,” Towle said. “Wrongdoing is too narrowly defined in the current legislation and allows for little accountability. Despite finding a serious conflict of interest, nobody is being held responsible. It’s proof of what we’ve said all along, this legislation is designed to protect the government and not the taxpayers.” The practice of sole-sourcing contracts at AHS is well established. In April, the Wildrose revealed that AHS spent almost $1 billion dollars on sole-source contracts between 2011 and 2013. “Today is just another example of how little regard AHS has for Alberta taxpayers,” Wildrose Health Critic Heather Forsyth said. “Why are these contracts being handed out to special friends of executives instead of being spent on the businesses that will provide best value for Alberta taxpayers and our front-line health care workers? It’s just sickening and Albertans who rely on our health care system deserve better.”

“A further delay on tackling these disgusting acts against our children and most vulnerable would be completely unacceptable,” Saskiw said. “Albertans can be assured that a Wildrose government will not only give the resources necessary to ensure victims are protected from these crimes, but work to make sure they never have to happen in the first place.”

There are no wrong choices. Some just have different outcomes than others.

To read the entire policy document, http://www.wildrose.ca/victimsfirst

- author unknown

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Friday, August 1, 2014

The Chautauqua A31

Journey Down The BoomTown Trail

Arrange whatever pieces come your way. - Virginia Woolf

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A32 The Chautauqua

Friday, August 1, 2014

Chautauqua Deadlines: 8:00 AM 2nd and 4th Friday SUTTON LANDMARK REAL ESTATE Wayne Sommers

403-347-0751

LAKE COUNTRY ACREAGE 10 minutes to the waves, with power on site $99,900 PLUS a 1 BD/1BTH HOME on its own land $49,500 JOFFRE 2001 NORTHWOOD SRI 4BD/2BTH on large treed lot, walkout onto a large deck great for privacy or entertaining. Lot rent $325/MTH $67,500. BASHAW SERVICED TWO ACRES with a 1971 Manufactured home, a shop/garage and a 1986 Winnebago motorhome. Good water and fenced for your horses. $126,000 MLS CA0024802.

SOLD! SOLD!

BLACKFALDS 3BD/2.5BTH Bungalow with attached garage and landscaped fenced yard $287,000 MLS CA0029376 VEHICLES FOR SALE

Elnora Motors (2005) Ltd. Elnora, Alberta PH: 403-773-3622 FAX: 403-773-2236 elnoramotors.ca 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT, 143,000 km, $11,500 2012 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab, 48,000 km, $25,800 2012 Chevrolet Equinox LT AWD, leather, 95,000 km $19,900 2011 Chevrolet Impala LT 66,000 km, $14,500 2009 GMC SLT Crew-cab, 4X4, 171,000 km $18,900 2009 Buick Allure CX 99,000 km $11,500 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt Sedan A/C, P/L, P/W 46,000 km $8,900 2008 GMC Acadia FWD 190,000 km $13,500 2008 GMC 1/2 Ton 2WD, X/Cab, 172,000 km $9,800 2008 GMC 1 Ton Dual Wheel, Flat Deck, 60,000 km $23,500 2007 Honda Civic 2 door 138,000 km, $11,500 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT V6 230,000 km $4,000 COMING EVENTS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Exciting Employment Opportunity: The Community of Elnora requires a NEIGHBOURHOOD PLACE COORDINATOR Requirements: • Good understanding of the culture and needs of the community • Strong interpersonal skills, self motivated and to be able to work independently. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Knowledge of Quicken Accounting, Excel and Publisher programs an asset • Vehicle required • Current Criminal Check and Intervention Record Check is required

Everyone is invited to attend a Bridal shower for Jessica Buelow August 10, 2014 at the Alix Community Hall 1:00 pm. Wedding to take place August 23, 2014 Bentley, Alberta.

We should find out what is true for ourselves, rather than just taking some authority's word for it. - Tara Bennett-Goleman

This is a part-time employment position of flexible 30 hours a week. Closing date for application is August 8th, 2014 Submit Resumes to: Pat Buckland, Neighbourhood Place Committee Member Box 565, Elnora, Alberta TOM OYO

Drywall Taper new to the area

Brian and Lorrie's Drywall Taping Services

COULEE Trading Company

780-877-2392 403-660-2943 [email protected]

2014 Summer Hours

30 years experience with old school quality

(formerly Gallery With A View)

Friday & Saturday 10:00 - 5:00 Sunday 12:00 - 5:00 Antiques ~ Collectibles Country Home Decor Reclaimed Wood Furniture

(403) 883 - 2760

after hours (403) 740 - 2693 404 Railway Avenue Donalda, Alberta T0B 1H0

Corey L. Gish Professional Corporation Real Estate Corporate & Commercial Wills & Estates Mineral Rights

Corey L. Gish, B.Comm, LL.B Lawyer Tyrel L. Uhrig, B.A., J.D. Student at Law #4, 4737 - 49B Avenue Lacombe, AB T4L 1K1 (403)782 3383 Phone (888) 222 8288 Toll Free

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