Chautauqua Friday, July 1, 2005

Sharing past traditions with today’s communities

2005 Vol. 4, No. 13

HAPPY CANADA DAY Alberta Centennial Celebration in Alix FRIDAY, JULY 1, 2005 Schedule of Events below

SATURDAY, JULY 2 Community Wide Garage Sale Dressage Classes from 9 - 5 pm at Ag Grounds

SUNDAY, JULY 3 Hunter Classes from 9 - 4 pm at Ag Grounds Spectators are welcome at the Ag Grounds. Concession available. JULY 1st SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (Alix) 9:00 - 11:00 am Pancake Breakfast at Community Hall 10:00 - 4:00 pm Museum Open ~ Alix-MAC Art Display Alix Drop-In Centre Open ~ Cribbage, Cards 10:00 - noon Scavenger Hunt ~ starts at Community Hall Popcorn Stand at Chicken Coup Noon - 2:00 pm BBQ at Heritage Park 1:00 - 2:00 pm Cake Cutting ~ Unveiling of AlixGator (by Alix Drugs) Singing of Alberta’s Centennial Song Tree Planting Ceremony Grand Opening of the new Village Shop 3:00 - 5:00 pm (Alix Lake) Canoe Races ~ Beach Volleyball Kids Games ~ Free Ice Cream Treats Photo courtesy of Stephanie Specht

With help from a few friends (including the Kidney Foundation), and with a determined attitude that just wouldn’t give up, Gr. 5 student Britny Martens gave her dad Greg a Father’s Day present like no other. On her own, Britny contacted the Kidney Foundation to organize a fundraising walk around Alix Lake on June 12th which raised in excess of $5,600 for the Kidney Foundation. It truly is amazing what one can accomplish with a little determination. Britny looks forward to seeing more support and walkers next year!

6:00 pm Beef on a Bun outside Alix Hotel 7:00 - 9:00 pm Hot Air Balloon Rides 9:00 - 2:00 am Street Dance at Alix Hotel Happenings at Bugtussel

Your Community Connection Serving Alix, Bashaw, Clive, Delburne, Elnora, Haynes, Lousana, Mirror, and Tees

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FROM THE EDITOR’S COMPUTER Have you ever come across something that strikes you as absurdly funny? Last weekend I was shopping at Extra Foods in Ponoka. There was a beautiful array of flowers and plants on the display outside in the parking lot. The store employees had placed pylons around the plant displays to protect them from the vehicles. Printed on the pylons were the words “Caution Wet Floor.” As Mom and I were walking around these pylons to get to the store, and reading those words...the rain was just pounding down around us! Caution…Wet Floor!

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Alix Community Wide Garage Sale

The Chautauqua 403-352-3837 (cell) Box 249 Alix, AB T0C 0B0 Email: [email protected] Items may be submitted at Alix Library

July 2, 2005 $50 prize & recognition in the paper for the most visible residence Recognition in the paper for the most visible business.

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Congratulations to Mildred Wardley (left), winner of the $100 gift certificate to Tony Roma’s (Red Deer) at the Alix Farmers’ Market in June. Market Manager, Debbie Cowan (right), says July’s doorprize will be a cordless phone.

The Chautauqua Box 249 Alix, AB T0C 0B0

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SPRING & SUMMER FASHIONS Beth Richardson

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788-3835/352-3837

VILLAGE OF ALIX Office 747-2495

Emergency 747-2929

BY-ELECTION RESULTS 2005 Melvin Henderson Arlene Taylor

66 votes 30 votes

TOTAL WATER BAN has been lifted. RESTRICTED OUTDOOR WATERING is now allowed in the following manner: Odd numbered houses on Wednesday and Sunday from 7pm to Midnight ONLY Even numbered houses on Tuesday and Saturday from 7pm to Midnight ONLY If the last number in your house number is an odd number your watering days are odd numbered days ie:5207 would be odd as the number ends in a 7. If the last number in your house number is an even number your watering days are even numbered days ie: 5204 would be even as the number in a 4. 2005 Tax/Assessment Notices are sent. If you do not receive a notice please contact the Village Office. You are responsible for taxes owing even if you do not receive the notice. Assessment Appeal - all written appeals to your assessment must be received at the Village Office by 4:00 pm July 22, 2005. Tax Payments must be received by 4:00 July 25, 2005 to avoid penalty.

FCSS/Recreation 747-2030

Campground Caretaker 318-9854

Penalties will be added to out-standing tax accounts as follows: - July 26, 2005 12% will be added to current taxes - September 10, 2005 6% will be added to current taxes - January 1, 2005 18% will be added to all arrears owing. The Village is accepting Tenders for Janitorial Services for the Village Office, Fire Hall Meeting Room and Community Services Office. All sealed tenders must be submitted to the Village Office by noon Wednesday July 13, 2005. All tenders are to bid on a per hour basis. Permits: The Village of Alix is no longer issuing permits for Building, Electrical, & Plumbing and Gas Development Permits are still issued by the Village and are required prior to obtaining a building, electrical or plumbing and gas permit. Development permits are required for the following: - additions to a residence including decks - accessory buildings including garages and sheds - fences - structural changes ie: new roof To obtain a development permit the following procedure must be followed: - an application for development must be com-

pleted at the Village Office. - a site plan showing the setbacks for the proposed structure must be attached to the application - a fee of $10.00 per $1,000.00 construction cost to a maximum of $100.00 per application. Volunteer Tea Thank you to the FCSS Board for providing this afternoon of recognition for the volunteers. To the many volunteers in the Village “Well Done and Thank You.” Volunteers are vital to the sustainability of a community. July 1 Festivities - a reminder to attend the activities on July 1 starting with a pancake breakfast at the Community Hall. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder - is your yard tidy? The Lacombe Constable has visited the Village and notices will be sent to 9 property owners requiring their assistance to keep our Village tidy, clean and a desirable place to live and visit. Let’s all do our part - the Communities in Bloom Team is working diligently to help us “Keep Up Appearances.” Let’s give them a hand by not dropping litter, picking up litter, picking up after your puppy, mowing the Grass, keeping properties free of rubble.

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LOCAL BUSINESS PROFILE “So what’s happening at T.H.E. COCOON these days? Are you busy out there?” T.H.E. COUNTRY COCOON could almost be elevated from cocoon to the status of beehive when considering how busy it is. Many relate Connie’s Country Cocoon to Bed and Breakfast, but it has evolved into much more than that. The name COCOON was chosen as this is an envelop of fresh air, green grass, beauty and quiet solitude with which a PUPA (Person Under Pressure Always) can surround itself until it emerges transformed into a BUTTERFLY (Beautiful, Uncluttered, Tender, Truly Enjoyable, Really Friendly, Lovely, Youthful). While here they may be able to experience campfires, sing-songs, Northern Lights, snow-shoeing, crosscountry skiing, walks, observing and listening to wildlife and all colours of birds. They may be awakened by a good ‘moo-ing’ call to enjoy strawberry crepes with real whipped cream, or the more modern diet of fresh-fruit and carrot muffins, made with mostly organic ingredients. Busy-ness occurs when getting ready for the jam sessions/barn dances. The schedule is the second Sat. afternoon during June, July and August from 1 - 4. Anyone who can play, sing, dance or clap their hands can have an enjoyable afternoon of spontaneous old-time music appreciation. Admission is your instrument or singing voice or a snack. Participants so far have come from across Central AB, Edmonton to Innisfail to Elnora to Donalda - it will be exciting to see how many come together for the big celebration! Busy-ness also occurs when ‘the cows’ come to visit for the summer, and get spoiled having a different ‘plate’ to graze on every day. Guests are usually excited to walk out to see how easily the cattle are moved, how the 25 gal. water tank fed by an underground pipeline keeps them watered, and how a solar panel pumps 1,200 gal. of water per sunny day. Bird-watchers and the environmentally conscientious are glad to see that the numbers of trees are actually increasing. Most are shocked to see me closely ‘monitoring’ the dung beetle activity in the cow-pies! Friends, neighbours and guests also take advantage of the reflexology treatments. They are only one part of the Totally Healthful Experience that gives Truly Heartfelt Empowerment to those coming here. Music, laughter, sharing of knowledge, resting, meeting new friends and visiting with old friends are probably the biggest sources of the energy needed to keep this business going. I had two dear ladies, strangers, drop in who just ‘wanted to see what was going on here’ - we had a wonderful visit over tea, and my thought was, “Now that is the sort of spontaneity I like to have in my life.” Contact & Phone: Pictures and details: Email: Directions:

Connie Barritt 403-747-2217 www.access-adventures/ab [email protected] 8 k east of Alix on 601, 1 k north

Y’all Come...Family, Neighbours, Clients

Appreciation & Centennial Celebration at the T.H.E. Country Cocoon (Connie’s) Friday, July 8 - 7:00 to 11:00 pm Welcome and Old Tyme Country Dance with Gaetz Valley Minstrels Orchestra Saturday, July 9 - 1:00 to 4:00 pm Jammers, dancers, spectators 5:00 to 6:00 pm Potluck Supper (meat and buns provided) salads, desserts and condiments welcome 7:00 to 10:00 pm Welcome and Program saluting Alberta, Saskatchewan and individuals; local talent with songs, poetry, skits especially welcome. 10:00 pm Dance, campfire, singsong Sunday, July 10 - morning - reflect and rejuvenate afternoon - tour of the farm Connie Barritt 747-2217

DALE JOHNSTON M.P., WETASKIWIN Conservatives Defend Cattle Industry Finally some good news on BSE from Billings, Montana! Sixty-four Conservative Party MPs and Senators will be Canada’s only elected representatives to present a brief (amicus status) in the RCALF-USDA court case on July 27th. RCALF is going to court in an attempt to expand their injunction from live

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RAY PRINS, MLA LACOMBE PONOKA Alberta SuperNet now ready to connect ISPs Alberta SuperNet has marked a recent milestone for hundreds of our communities. More than 420 communities are now ready to handle Internet service provider (ISP) traffic. In partnership with the Government of Alberta, Bell and Axia have constructed and connected 12,000 kms of fibre and wireless technology to make broadband service available in rural SuperNet communities. The milestone means it’s now up to ISPs to use the network to bring highspeed access to rural communities. ISPs can now buy bandwidth at reasonable, uniform rates across the province. Residents and businesses stand to benefit greatly from gaining high-speed access. Internet services are just one part of what SuperNet can deliver. There are possibilities for Voice-Over Internet Protocol, desktop videoconferencing and much, much more. Yet, it’s important to remember that all this will not happen overnight. Axia is working with ISPs to connect them into the SuperNet so they can provide services to their customers. Right now, 50 ISPs have indicated that they would like to provide services collectively covering all the communities connected to the SuperNet. Albertans have a role to play. Let’s make sure ISPs are aware of the demand in our area. One starting point to finding an ISP is www.canadianISP.com, a self-listing service. You can also visit the official government website at www.albertasupernet.ca, or www.axia.com. Ask your service providers to use Alberta SuperNet, Now that the network is ready and waiting to connect them, the onus is on us, and on commercial providers, to make it happen. Like other major infrastructure systems, SuperNet will take some time to reach everyone. But this milestone is a significant accomplishment, especially for communities who have never had high-speed access. Before long, all rural SuperNet communities will have Internet Service Providers that offer highspeed service through the SuperNet. If private ISPs do not take advantage of the business opportunity in specific communities, the Government has arranged for an ISP of last resort. Ultimately, every rural SuperNet community can have ISP service over SuperNet. It’s fitting that the Alberta SuperNet will be complete during the province’s centennial year. Over the last few years, we’ve been building more than a network – we’ve been building a future. We’ll celebrate that future by completing the world’s most extensive and innovative network of its kind. Albertans will enjoy benefits in e-learning, e-health, e-commerce and e-government that are second to none... from Rainbow Lake to Ralston. This centennial year, Alberta SuperNet will help make Alberta’s future bright. If you have any questions or comments on this or any issue, please call Cheryl at my Constituency Office at 782-7725 or Toll Free at 1-800-565-6432 or by mail at 4960B Hwy 2A Lacombe, AB T4L 1J9 or e-mail [email protected]. cattle over thirty months to include boxed beef and other ruminant products. If Judge Richard Cebul rules in their favour, the Canadian cattle industry will face even further devastation. As the BSE crisis moves into its third year, the federal Liberals continue to focus their attention on the Sponsorship scandal and their efforts on urban issues leaving rural and agricultural concerns on the back-burner. When Judge Cebull rejected their initial application to file a brief in the case, our Government did not even bother to appeal the decision. Farmers and cattle producers are a resilient lot, but I believe that when they are in dire straits they, and all the communities that rely on their success, should be able to count on their government to help them fight for their livelihoods. By achieving amicus standing in the Billings court, the Conservative Party applicants succeeded where the Liberal government failed. Judge Cebull understood the key points of our initial submission and that gives us reason to believe that the right arguments could win in the end. The amicus status allows us to collectively submit to the court a single brief of up to 10 pages. Our brief will be written following consultations with industry stakeholders and presented by our U.S. lawyer and International Law expert, Barry Appleton. This is a historic achievement for the Conservative Party MPs and Senators. We are proud to be the only federal representatives from Canada's Parliament with the status to defend Canadian producers in the Billings court action. The Conservative Party believes that agriculture is a key strategic economic sector. With the House of Commons in extended sessions, we will be using every opportunity to continue to press the government to use all means at their disposal to reopen the border to live Canadian cattle and beef products as soon as possible. For information on any federally related matters, please contact #6, 4612 50 Street, Ponoka; T4J 1S7; tel.: 783-5530 or 1-800-665-0865.

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4928 - 50th St. 403-747-3233 Box 69 Alix, AB T0C 0B0 [email protected] http://alixpublic.prl.ab.ca READ with the ALIXGATOR

Librarian: Beth Richardson

LIBRARY CARD FEES: $5 - individual and $10 - family. You can use your library card at virtually every public library in the province at no extra cost. Please note: A library card that has been inactive for over a year will be deleted from the database. Please keep your membership account current. The Lois Hole Library Legacy Program - Grow Your Library - You can help make a difference by investing in the future of Alberta through a legacy donation to one of Alberta’s libraries. You can create a tribute to someone dear to you, recognize milestones or special occasions in the lives of family and friends (anniversaries, graduation), or other forms of legacy gifts such as bequests, named endowments and trusts. REMINDER Anyone with a library card from Alix Public Library 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. Board Members Wanted - We are looking for individuals interested in sitting on the Library Board. Meetings are held every 6 weeks. Please contact the library at 747-3233 if you are interested in joining the Board.

Friday, July 1, 2005

LIBRARY HOURS 9:30 - 4:30 pm 3:00 - 5:00 pm 7:00 - 9:00 pm THURS: 10:30 - 4:30 pm SAT: 10:00 – 2:00 pm TUES: WED:

Alix Community Services Coordinator: Glenna Carlson 747-2030 Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 8:30 to 12:00.

New Books Disasters of Western Canada: Courage Amidst the Chaos by Tony Hollihan - Great tragedies have struck the West, brought by the raging forces of nature and the accidental folly of humanity… Mushrooms of Western Canada by H. Schalkwijk-Barendsen - Comprehensive field guide to 550 species - edible and poisonous. Money Still Doesn’t Grow on Trees: Parent’s Guide to Raising Financial Responsible Teenagers and Young Adults by Neale Godfrey - Transform your spendthrift child into a financially responsible adult…

Well, school is out for the summer. Watch out for the kids on their bikes. I am going to be gone from June 28 - July 5, so if you need something, just leave a message.

BLAST OFF!

Swimming Lessons: Will be July 18 - 22 in Lacombe. To register your child for these lessons, phone Glenna as soon as possible.

With Summer Reading 2005 Parenting Resources @ Program Your Library Alix Public Library will be hosting a Summer Reading Program for children ages 5 - 9 years. Tuesday and Thursday afternoons 1:00 - 2:30 pm July 12 - Aug. 18, 2005 Cost: $1/per child/session (to help with program expenses) Coordinator: Felicia Specht Book problems in a library.

Summer Rec. Program: This program was a great success last year. There is a change in venue this year. We will be holding the program down by the cookhouse at the lake. There are bathrooms down there and a place out of the elements. The children participating will not be allowed near the water. It is still a loonie a head, and will be on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 to noon.

Beach Days will be coming up on August 6 so watch for the posters.

=========================== * Magic books disappear, * Geography books are misplaced, * Gardening books are full of filth, * Speedreading books are overdue. * On the bright side, books on reincarnation always come back.

Alix Drugs I.D.A.

Grand Reopening Sale

BOOK SALE - We have a number of gently used books for sale at the Library. We also accept book donations. Come see us in our new bigger, better, and wheelchair accessible location ONLINE CATALOG We have expanded cosmetic section to include Revlon and a larger selection of Cover Girl http://alixpublic.prl.ab.ca

Come in and check our many in-store specials and enter our in store draws Select Catalogue. To request titles or to check your library account, you need your 14-digit barcode from your library card and a PIN (last 4 digits of your phone number). _______________

Plus G.S.T. where applicable. We reserve the right to limit quantities Prices in effect from July 4 - 9 ’05

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The Chautauqua ALIX COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

ALIX HOME HARDWARE Make Your Pets Happy! Try Iams Cat and Dog food Trial offer sizes: kitten/puppy adult and weight control

Light up your life/yard with Solar Lighting *accent lights *garden stakes *gazing balls and more

Fun at the Lake Pool Noodles only $1.77 while they last See the new

Corelle Coordinates Bake and Save Callaway, Secret Garden Classic Café Blue

Help is Close to HOME

Alix Chamber of Commerce Marilyn Sutley Alix Farmers’ Market Debbie Cowan Alix Fire Department Jim vonHollen Alix MAC School Rod Phillips Alix Public Library Beth Richardson Citizens on Patrol Steven Duffin Community Services Board Glenna Carlson Meet & Greet Service Mary Flexhaug Alix Food Bank Eve Keates Alix Agricultural Society Wanda McKendrick 788-2274 Parelli Natural Horsemanship Group Wanda McKendrick 788-2274 Alix Curling Club Glenna Carlson 747-2107 or 747-2030 Alix Figure Skating Club Mary Borgens 747-3787 Alix Lions Club Pat Dahl 747-2942 Alix Minor Hockey Karen Novakowski 747-2296 Carroll Club

Alix MAC School Happenings Submitted by Rod Phillips

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Photos courtesy of Alix MAC

The first group of inaugural SPUR Award winners (above) from all grades in the school. A total of 25 students who staff felt have been a good model for Students Promoting and Understanding Respect.

The Alix-MAC boys' rugby team (above) had a good year and finished

Lillian Fair Haunted Lakes Golf Club Russ Slattery Haunted Lakes Pony Club Carina Forsstrom Time for Tots Jeannie Oppeboen Ripley Community Hall Connie Barritt Stanton Community Hall Diane Gessleman Three Links Society Lacombe Foundation Women’s Institute Irene Guynup United Church Women Jean McDermand

747-2974 747-2652 747-3013 747-2157 747-2217 747-2363 782-4118 747-2794 747-2352

Why I Like Alberta by Nigel Periard I like Alberta because there are many fun things to do and see. I am close to most of my relatives and they all live in Alberta. I also like looking at the scenery when I travel with my family in Alberta. Something I really like about Alberta is Gull Lake campsite. It is a fun place to go camping. When we are at Gull Lake I like to go to the beach. I go swimming and build sand castles in the sand. I go tubing and boating. I get the water in my face and it’s refreshing. The campsites are so clean and big for our trailer. We have family reunions at Gull Lake. Secondly a great spot in Alberta is the Space and Science Centre in Edmonton. It is so cool. There’s so much stuff to do. There are video clips to watch for fun. There’s stuff to do like pretending to be a news person and a crime scene investigator. There’s a gift shop where you can buy snakes, books, games and t-shirts. It’s a fun place to visit. The third thing I like is my house in Alix. Alix is a fun place to live. It’s small like Rainbow Lake so I feel comfortable. I like the Thrift Store because there’s antique stuff, book and dishes. It’s close and cheap. I’m close to my Grandma and Grandpa and my Aunties and Uncles. I like my Alix home because it’s huge. There’re barns and fields. I have llamas for farm animals. I can ride my quads and skidoos out in the fields. The last thing I like about Alberta is Moon Walkers in Red Deer. Moon Walkers is a fun place to have a birthday party. There’s a jungle gym to climb and go through tunnels. They have an arcade. Alberta is the only place I want to live. off their season with a decisive victory over the Bowden team by a score of 15-0. The boys dominated the entire game and were unfortunate not to score even more points. Tries were scored by Brock Phillips in the first quarter, Bryce Wilson in the second quarter and Cody Brayford in the fourth quarter. This was a great send off for coach Allan Macdonald who will leaving Alix-MAC at the end of this year in order to expand his chiropractic career. The result of this championship is a culmination of his hard work, wonderful coaching and belief in his players. Coach Macdonald will be missed, but his legacy has been laid in the foundation of another strong athletic program at our school. Presently, he is hoping to continue to coach next year and we sincerely hope he will be able to do that.

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Mirror Community Sat., July 23 Old Tyme Dance at the Mirror Community Hall. Door and Cash Bar open at 7 pm. Dancing 8 - midnight, lunch to follow. $10/person (includes lunch). Everyone welcome. For more information call Jean 788-3787 or Bev at 788-2119. _______________ Jolly Seniors contact is President, Ken Oliver 788-2490. Coffee is on every weekday morning at the Friendly Inn Suppers - 1st. & 3rd. Wednesdays of each month @ 5:30 p.m. at the Friendly Inn. Floor Curling held Thursdays at 1:30 pm at the Community Hall. Pancake Breakfast - 2nd Sunday of the month. 9 - 1:00 p.m. @ the Jolly Seniors. Birthdays celebrated the 2nd Wednesday of each month. ________________ Mirror Alliance Church Sunday School 10 11 am. Morning worship 11 - noon.

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Museum Society contact is Don Wilson 7883836 or Roger Laforce 788-3094. Meetings are the 1st Mon. of the month at 7:30 pm. Mirror & District Skating Rink Committee meets last Monday of each month. Friends of the Mirror Library Society contact Gale 788-3835 or Heather 788-3044 Library hours: Tues 9:30 - 12:30 pm Wed 7:00 - 9:00 pm Thurs 1:00 - 5:00 pm Board members needed. Book Sale ongoing. The Friends of the Mirror Library Society has set as a Centennial Project to purchase 100 new books for the Library in 2005. Donations from businesses, organizations and/or individuals would be most appreciated to help us achieve our goal. ________________ Mirror Legion Br. 189 Suppers the last Saturday of the month. Meat Draws Ladies Auxiliary - 1st & 3rd Sat. at 4 pm. Legion - 2nd & 4th Sat. at 4 pm. ________________ Transfer Station Hours

Mini Youth Group Friday Nights at the Alliance Church at 7:00 pm. Ages 4 to grade 6 welcome.

Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10 - 6 pm ________________

Mirror United Church Sunday services at 9:30 am. Sunday School classes during the regular service.

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Mirror United Church is wondering where its “Travelling Basket” is? If you have it, please give Gale a call at 788-3835. Mirror Seventh - Day Adventist Church (corner of 52 St & 51 Ave, north) Saturday Sabbath times: Sabbath School 9:45 am - 11 am. Church 11:15 - 12:15. Cliff Buelow 7882296. Pastor Morris 747-3971. ________________ Mirror Guiding groups invite all girls ages 5 and up to join our groups for adventure, challenge, friendship and fun. Meetings are Monday after school at the United Church. Membership fee is $75.00. Contact Gale at 7883835 for information and to register. Sparks Brownies Guides Pathfinders Rangers

5 - 6 years 7 - 8 years 9 - 11 years 12 - 15 years 15+ years

Sandwich cookies (chocolate and vanilla) are available at $4.00 per box. Cookies are our main fundraiser to support our programs and we would appreciate your support. _________________ Rec. Society contact is Marlene Neis 7882166. New members welcome.

Mirror School Farewell Nine Mirror students were given a Farewell Evening on Friday June 10th. The occasion marked the completion of their grade 8 year and the subsequent end of their schooling in Mirror. Guest speakers for the evening were Mr Rod Phillips (former Principal) and Sharon Loree, a well loved Family School Liaison Worker. Students received congratulations and roses from School Trustee Donna Peterson, as well as congratulations and medallions from Chairperson Kitty Parlby of Mirror School Council. Students also received humorous gifts from the emcee, Principal Stewart Botsford. These gifts represented particular idiosyncrasies of their personality. Special guests included former teachers, Ms Belter and Mrs. Moen, as well as Siobhan Atkey from AADAC. The gymnasium was decorated by Vicki Proud and Jackie Healing, with a theme based on a world tour Grade 8 students included: Fiona Anderson, Jessica Black, Darcie Brain, Justina Crocker, Tamara Deedman, Chelsea Klinck, Bryant Plunkett, and Chelsey Stanyer. Following the ceremony, the students and their escorts danced to the music of DJ Mrs. Jan Stanyer. Best of luck goes out to all of them from all of Mirror Staff. Courtesy of Mirror School

Administration: Terry Hager Tim Timmons 782-6601 782-3820 (fax) Agriculture: Keith Boras 7 8 2 6601 3 1 8 - 3 3 1 1 (cell) Keith is the contact for Mirror inquiries.

EVENTS IN TEES Come On Home! Tees is celebrating its 100th birthday and would like to invite you… July 8 (evening) - bonfire and stories (don’t forget your weenies and sticks) July 9 - baseball and horseshoes (bring your own glove) parade 1:00 pm (lineup at 12:30) displays in the hall all day ~ Art Show 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Show & Shine ~ Children’s Events Open Jam 2:00 - 4:00 (bring your instrument along) Fishing (bring your rod, the pond is stocked) Potluck Supper 5:00 - 7:00 pm (meat donated by Tees Ag. Society/Dessert - Tees 50+) Family Dance to follow supper July 10 - Outdoor Church Service 9:00 - 10:00 am (rodeo grounds) Pancake Breakfast follows the church service Tearful farewell! For more information call the Tees Store at 784-3660. Free camping available. Tees Rodeo July 30 & 31st. Bucking horse sale Aug. 1st.

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Mirror School News From the Family School Liaison Program By Connie Brooks RSW, 788-3913 (Tues/Wed) or 747-2416 (evenings) Family School Liaison/Family Wellness Worker Mirror Moms’ & Tots’ finished an exciting year with a party at Ol’ MacDonald’s on June 15th. We enjoyed a hayride, minigolfing, the petting zoo and a picnic. Each of the children received a certificate commemorating the year. Moms’ & Tots’ will recess for the summer, and begin again in mid-September. We meet on Wednesday mornings in the Liaison room at the school, and new families are always welcome to join the group.

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Mirror School Students See the Queen Submitted by Richard Brooks On Wednesday, May 25, Mirror School grade three to six students and their supervisors made an unforgettable journey to the Calgary International Children’s Festival. Teachers, Mr. Brooks and Mrs. Sherwin, two other staff and five parents accompanied the twenty-seven students. The trip included many highlights and one pleasant surprise.

Lana Grypuik and a goat. Photo courtesy of Mirror School

The Red Deer Symphony Orchestra String Quartet presented an enjoyable and educational presentation on June 7, in the school gym. Alix and Bashaw schools joined us for the presentation, entitled Music Through the Ages. A fast paced arrangement featuring many variations of the Star Wars theme was a favorite with the students. Reminders: • Registration is now being taken for Fun for Fours. The licensed preschool will be held on Monday and Friday afternoons in the Liaison room at the Mirror School. Attendance for the twenty-four session fall season is open to children who will be four years old by December 31, 2005. Registration is just $60.00. • The Family School Liaison/Family Wellness Program will be operating with reduced hours for the summer. If you wish to meet with me (Connie Brooks), please phone me at home (747-2416) to make an appointment.

Mirror Fun for Fours Photo and Write up courtesy of Tami Robinson The Mirror Fun for Fours preschool class completed its school year with a field trip to a farm (above). The class had been studying a unit “On the Farm” during its last month of school. Students learned about farm animals, workers, tools, and types of farms during this time. The field trip to a farm was a wonderful culmination of this learning. The class enjoyed feeding goats from a bottle, seeing horses and cows, and playing with a rabbit. The day ended with a picnic lunch and handing out preschool certificates. I would like to thank our wonderful preschool students and their families. I appreciate the commitment of the parents who were preschool helpers, sent items related to their child’s learning, provided snacks, and performed other kindnesses. I am grateful for the assistance from Sharon Loree, a special Red Deer College student, who was in our class one a week all year. Our preschool program also greatly benefited from the use of the classroom in the Mirror School through Wolf Creek School Division, and the caring attitude of Mr. Botsford, Connie Brooks, and the rest of the Mirror School Staff.

When the group arrived at the Festival site, the Epcor Centre and Olympic Plaza, they encountered clowns, mimes, voyageurs in a canoe, and a juggling unicyclist in the open-air venue. Two actors on stilts, dressed in inflated costumes (above) mocked, mimicked and interacted with them. The first indoor performance was in the Max Bell Theatre. A magical life-size puppet show, Frog, unfolded before them. Terra, a group from Amsterdam, produced this musical based on a best selling children’s author Max Velthuijs’ series of books. Students were enthralled for an hour and following the performance met the puppeteers and bought the CD of their songs. It was a short walk to the Glenbow Museum where the curator of the First Nations exhibits presented a program - Nitsitapiisinni, Our Way of Life, then retold tales of Napi, and vividly described the traditional lifestyle in central and southern Alberta before European settlement. Later, student groups of three ventured through the other exhibits for an hour with their individual supervisors before heading for the bus and supper. However, on the way to the bus Mr. Brooks was cut off from group by a police blockade on McLeod Trail. Soon it became apparent what they were about to experience. With helicopters buzzing overhead, police on horseback, on foot and bicycle, as well as on rooftop, a police motorcycle brigade led a motorcade of limousines departing the Saddledome, and who should we see waving at us in this series of cars but Her Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth, Prince Philip, Governor General Adrienne Clarkson, Prime Minister Paul Martin, and the Lieutenant Governor Normie Kwong. The pictures on the school Website prove it. What a thrill! After the shock and amazement faded, the adventurers returned to the gridlock of rush hour Calgary and crept to Chinatown’s Silver Dragon, where chefs had prepared a multi-course feast. After dining royally and drinking gallons of tea, the explorers boarded the bus to return to the festival site to see the final show of the day, a one-man performance, Animalia, by an American puppet master. His elaborate foam puppets, operated by intricate hand movements, and representing a menagerie of insects, mammals, birds and fish danced, flew, and swam over the stage and through the audience. Tired, but thoroughly satisfied, the participants boarded the bus at 8:00 for the long journey home, each cherishing moments of a fun filled day, long to be remembered. Photo courtesy of Mirror School

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VILLAGE OF CLIVE Clive Village Office 784-3366 Clive Mayor: Marvin Wieler Deputy Mayor: Karen Gardiner Website: www.clive.ca Council meetings are the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Town Office. Community Sign on Hwy 12 to have an event put up call 784-3414 Clive and District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) 784-3277 Fax 784-3273 Coordinator: Bonnie Wildeman Monday 9 - 3:00, Thursday 9 - 12 Clive Public Library Tracey 784-3131 Located below the Village Office. Tuesday 9 - noon, 5:30 - 8:30 pm Wednesday 2:00 - 5:00 pm Thursday 9 - noon, 2:00 - 5:00 pm Coffee Time @ the Library - every Thursday morning. Story Time - Wednesday afternoons from 2 - 2:30 pm at the Library. For children 3 - 5 years old. There is no charge.

Friday, July 1, 2005

Clive is Alive Clive Annual Sports Day will be July 2nd (this year only). Penny carnival, parade and other events. Canadian County Roads Celebration (Clive Homecoming 2005) July 1 - 3, 2005. Activities will include fireworks Friday night, wagon rides to tour the village on Saturday, Show ‘n Shine, Drive-In Movie, old-time dance, suppers and breakfasts, and the sale of heritage tapestry afghans of the village by a local artist. This is your invitation to attend Homecoming 2005. To confirm attendance please contact Marion Grose 784-3535, Avis Sayers 784-3973, Sheila Edmondson 783-8453, or Margaret Rowley 784-3507. Registration Fee is $40, or $20 for just Friday or Saturday. Quest, a program for youth, is every Friday night at 7 pm. All Jr. High age youth are welcome. Contact Scott 784-2016 for more info. Communities in Bloom is looking for fresh ideas and volunteers. If you can help out contact: Tammy Zaytsoff 784-2066, Delynn & Glenn Oliphant 784-2803, Ellen & Owen Pierson 784-3116, Michelle McConnell 784-2678, or Karen Gardiner 784-2532. Hand painted rocks are available for $10 each. Funds raised will be used to help beautify the village.

Thrift Store Tuesdays 1:30 - 5:30 pm Wednesday 6:30 - 8:30 pm (call Louise 784-3414 or Edith 784-3171). Volunteers are needed.

The Thrift Store has a Reading Rack set up in the community office at Neighbourhood Place. Used books are available to be borrowed or purchased with a small monetary gift in appreciation. Donations to go to Clive Public Library.

Neighbourhood Place McPhedran 784-3171

Block Parents contact Jane Redekopp 784-3356 or Karen Gardiner 784-2532 if more details.

Open Tuesday and Wednesday. Call Edith

Clive Community Spirit Van To book call Shauna 784-2109 R-Own-Food Co-op Contact Shelly Gray 784-3199 for more info. Clive School 784-3354 Principal Ian Rawlinson Secretary Sue Boston Clive Ag Society meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month in the Referee Room at the Clive Arena. Cam D'Andrea 784-2660. Clive Senior Circle Contact Albert Wagner 782-2409 Meet Mon. at 1:30 pm Clive Lions Club meets 2nd and 4th Wed. of the month, 7:30 at Clive Community Hall. Gene Rowley 372-2437 Clive Legion meet 1st Thurs. of the month at 8:00 pm. Louise Bell 784-3414 Clive Multi 4-H Laura van Dijk 784-2205 Clive Hall Bev Krochak 784-3964 Clive Meeting Room Anita Gillard - 784-3987 Fire Department Monte Zaytsoff 784-3997 Clive Historical Society Louise Bell 784-3414 Chatelaine Club (Westling) meets 3rd Tues. @ 7:30, Westling Hall, Becky Wagner 784-2823 1st Parlby Creek Scouts Darrell Wiersma 784-3052, Gordon Peters 784-2978 SOS Moms & Tots Playgroup Meet Tues, 10 am at Clive Baptist Church, Shelly Gray 784-3199 Clive Baptist Church Ron Orr 784-3252 Clive Christian Fellowship Gord Rowland 784-3141 Clive United Church Shealagh McClelland 784-3367 Saron Lutheran Church Rev. Art Henkelman 343-6836 Clive Curling Club Bev Krochak 784-3964 Clive Skating Club call 784-2019

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 782-2409. Whist parties at Haynes Hall. For dates and times call Wayne at 7842206. Clive School events Aug. 30 - First day of classes, Kindergarten orientation Sept. 5 - No school - Labor Day Sept. 19 - No school - PD/Staff meeting day To Rent the following facilities, please call: Westling Hall Lisa Bierens 784-2574 Tees Hall Gerry or Karen 784-3660 Haynes Hall Terry 340-0627 ____________________________

Clive & District FCSS News SUMMER FUN This is the 3rd year the program will be offered in Clive. Registration forms have gone home with students or are available at Clive Store or the FCSS office. Geared to youth ages 5-12years. Cost: $15/week -$25/week family rate-$5/day drop in. The program will begin the week of July 11th and run for 6 weeks. For further information please call Bonnie @ the office-784-3277. Please note: There will be NO swim lesson program offered this summer! SWEET SUMMER NIGHTS –for youth ages 12-16. Come out Wednesday evenings for some Awesome activities! Wed July 6 the Amazing Race- meet @ 7PM @ the Legion. Volunteer to help at the Lions Demolition Derby July 10 and receive a free movie pass on July13! Information and registration sheets available at the Store or FCSS The Clive & District FCSS Board invites interested community members to apply for positions on the Board of Directors. For further information please contact Kim @ 784-2059.

Friday, July 1, 2004

The Chautauqua lighted travel in Central Alberta and gave the BoomTown Trail top billing on the immediate inside cover, then mentioned the trail again in an article two pages later. Another interesting appearance came in the middle of an Alberta Supernet presentation by IBM. During the IBM presentation on EBusiness the presenter gave examples of great sites for presenting information but not directly selling to customers. It just so happened boomtowntrail.com was his main example much to the delight of many in the crowd (including me!).

Journey Down The BoomTown Trail By Paul Peters 403-347-1828 [email protected]

or

Brochures We still need brochures to help promote your business or municipality. Just send them to Box 341 Delburne, AB T0M 0V0 and we’ll make sure you’re presented in both shops! BOOMTOWN TRAIL GETTING NOTICED!

The BoomTown Trail was prominently featured May 12 in the Edmonton Sun ‘Going Places’ Section. The special section high-

PJ’s Plantation Summer Hours Open Thurs., Fri., Sat. 10 am - 4 pm Perennials ~ Shrubs Trees ~ Bark Mulch 403-784-3084

Tees, AB (SE Corner of RR 24-0 and Hwy 12)

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

RURAL PARADISE! 7.15 acres with mature evergreens, maples, & shrubs. 3 bedroom bungalow with many upgrades. 40x60 Quonset & automatic waterer. Acreage fenced for horses. Very private. 35 minutes to Red Deer, 20 minutes to Joffre. $234,900.00 Call George & Marie Johanson, Coldwell Banker Ontrack Realty Red Deer, @ 403-342-2751 or go to www.theteam.com.

NEW BOOMTOWN MAPS AVAILABLE

The new BoomTown Trail Tear-Off Maps are available and were sent out in June. The Maps come in pads of 50 and are an excellent way to promote the BoomTown Trail and the great network of Tourism Operators, municipalities, and Museums involved in the project . The maps are an excellent tool so use them as much as you can. If you haven’t received yours or need more contact Paul a t 403-3471828. Visit our website at www.boomtowntrail.com for more information. Alix United Church 9th Annual Walk-a-thon

Seventeen walkers enjoyed their hike around the Alix Lake Trail on Saturday, June 11, 2005. Thanks to the UCW for providing coffee and muffins beforehand and lunch afterwards. Parade Theme The following Celebrating Alberta's First 100 Years businesses donated prizes: Line up at school yard: 9:00 am Alix Beauty Salon Judging: 9:30 am Alix Gator Inn Parade: 10:00 am Alix Drugs Bar Diamond Candy Bouquet Kiddie Parade: 10:00 am (Holly Buelow) Contact Jill Hillman (747-2099) CAPS Printing Community Savings Judging categories: Food Town Commercial Non-Commercial (John Kim) Horse Automobile (Antique cars) Haunted Lakes GC Organizations Misc. Home Hardware Jeanne’s Pizza For more information call Pantry Barb 747-2681 Red Deer Advocate Marilyn 747-2751 UCW ------------------------------UFA Thank you to all I (individual/organization) _____________________would the businesses for like to participate in the Alix Parade with an entry in the the great prizes and to all the people who following category ______________________ sponsored us, or helped us in many To participate in the parade, ways...we really apdrop off entry form at Alix Community Savings or mail to: preciate your kindAlix Chamber of Commerce Box 145 Alix, AB T0C 0B0 ness. Eve Keates, Sec.

Come Join Us at the Alix Parade on August 6th!

COMING EVENTS

Community mixed bridal shower for Dan Sim and Amy vanNieuwkerk. Tuesday July 5th at 7:00pm; Tees Community Hall; Ladies please bring lunch. Contribute to creation of Alberta’s largest guestbook, paint clothes & gloves provide. Learn Alberta’s official Centennial Song at Connie’s Country Cocoon Appreciation/ Centennial Celebration Weekend July 8, 9, & 10th. See ad on page 3 for details. A Mixed Wedding Shower will be held for Heather Knight and Bob Buelow at the Lake Bend Hall July 18, 2005 at 7:30 pm. Everyone welcome. CARDS OF THANKS

Thank you to our Alix and Area friends for your visits, gifts, flowers, cards and best wishes on the occasion of our 50th Anniversary held June 11th. It all added to make our day very special. Verne & Kathleen Wiese I made it around Alix Lake again for the United Church. A Big Thank You to my many sponsors. Pearlie FOR SALE

FOR SALE: For sale: Buffalo meat - roasts, steaks, sausages, smokies, burgers. Freezer packs $60 - $100. Gov't inspected. MFL Ranch Bison 747-2500. MISCELANEOUS

Curb-side Blue Box Recycling Service is available in Alix. Albertan’s Recycle 2001 at 747-2057 or 350-7394 for details. The DUTCH TOUCH If you would like someone helping you with extra house cleaning, yard & garden work, painting or wallpapering, call 788-3245. References & reasonable rates. Thorough, honest & reliable. Piano teacher taking elementary-age students for beginner piano lessons, starting September. Call Amy 747-3362.

Heart Health Tip of the Week Fill most of your shopping cart with foods found o the perimeter of the store. That’s where you will find the fresh produce, breads, meats and dairy products. Add variety by adding some foods from the inner aisles. Heart of the Land, David Thompson Health Region & Alberta Heart Health Project

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Bashaw Happenings Bashaw Bus Society Shuttle every Tuesday and Thursday morning, 9:00 - noon. Trips to Camrose are offered on the 2nd Monday and the 4th Friday of the month. Call Marianne at 372-3631 for more information. Bashaw Youth Centre open Monday - Friday 1:00 - 9:00 pm. Phone 372-4048. Do You Have Jobs or Tasks Suitable for Youth? Happy Gang Seniors Centre Crib Thursdays 1:30 pm Shuffle Board & Bingo alternate every Wednesday at 1:30 pm 500 Mondays 1:00 pm Meetings - 1st Tuesday of each month @ 1:30 Contact Shirley Poirier at 372-2018. Meals on Wheels To book your meals call Marj or Christine at 372-4074. Bethany Lifeline BDSS offers this service to residents of Bashaw and surrounding areas. Women’s Institute meetings 1st Wednesday of the month at 1:30 pm. Contact: Marnie Ennis 372-4302. Fire Department Meeting 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month Royal Purple Meeting 2nd Tuesday at 8 pm TOPS every Tuesday at 6:45 pm at the Anglican Church (use side door). Contact: Robin Baker at 788-2689. Bashaw Preschool Reading Program 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month at 11:15 am at the Library. Natural Health Practitioners - Ann Wakelin, Brenda Ball & Robin Bennett. To book an appointment call CLR Healing Center 780372-HEAL (4325). For pedicures, waxing & reflexology at CLR call Rita Reich at 3722129. Janet, therapeutic and relaxation massage therapist at 780-372-4243. Catholic Church Mass Time Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Bashaw Saturday evenings 7:30 pm Tuesday (except 1st of the month) 7:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration - Last Fri. of mon. 1 pm Office Hours: Wednesdays 780-372-3645 Bashaw Pentecostal Church (5020 48 Ave) Services: 11:00 am & 6:30 pm Potluck Supper: 5:00 pm St. Peter’s Anglican Church welcomes Rev. Penny Bruce to the parish. Town Council Meetings 1st & 3rd Tuesdays Bashaw & District Chamber of Commerce 4th Tuesday at the old Provincial Building The Bashaw & District Food Bank located at Neighbourhood Place. Anyone who is in need of assistance is welcome to access this service.

Friday, June 17, 2005

Legion Bingo Wednesdays at 7:30 pm. Bashaw Art Club For more information 780877-2529. Community Kitchens please call 372-4074.

Community Access Program 4 computer stations are available for community use, includes use of a scanner, digital camera and printer. Phone for more details.

For further details

Neighbourhood Newcomers If you are interested in joining, or finding out more information, please call Neighbourhood Place at 372-3633. Tiny Tots offers an opportunity for fun, friendship, socialization, and support for both adults and children from 0-4. Tuesday, 10:00-11:30 am at Bashaw United Church. Please feel free to drop in! Children and Parent Skill (CAPS) Enhancement Boxes are AVAILABLE for loan in the community FREE of charge. If you are interested in borrowing one of the Boxes, please call 372-4074. Bashaw Well Child Clinics 3rd Tuesday of each month. For appointments, please call Camrose Public Health at 679-2980. Working Women’s Wednesday Supper & Socialize on Wednesdays at Wong’s Restaurant at 5:30 pm. For more information contact Sheri Arsenault at 372-2375. Knitting / Crocheting / Quilting Group at Golly’s Restaurant from 2 – 4 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays. Drop-in welcome. For more information call Lydia at 372-3777. Bashaw RCMP Victim Services Contact Constable Lisa Ruddell 780-372-3793. Bashaw Thrift Store Tuesday & Fridays. We are looking for VOLUNTEERS! Please contact Joan at 372-3650. Bashaw Daycare - Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 6 pm. For more information contact 3722053. Bashaw Bottle Depot Wednesday & Saturday

9 - 5:00 pm.

Bashaw Skating Club contact Karen 3722447 for more information. Bashaw Medical Clinic Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am – 3:45 pm; closed for lunch noon 1:30 pm. Friday 8:30 am - 2:00 pm. Physician: Dr. Koen Call Cheryl & Shirley @ 372-3740 Bashaw School has a complete workout/ weight room available for public use. For more information and to discuss annual key rental, contact the Principal at Bashaw School at 372-3800. Bashaw Adult Learning Council For more information on upcoming courses call 780-372-3648 Yoga Will resume Sept. 13th Living the Life You Dream! Date TBA $15.

!! MARK YOUR CALENDAR !! Vacation Bible School (Vanning Program) July 18th – 22nd, Monday-Friday 9 am – 12:00 pm at Bashaw Lutheran Church. For ages 4-12. Olde Tyme Dance Jamboree at the Bashaw Ag. Grounds Fri., July 22, 6 - 11 pm. Sat., July 23, 10 - 11 pm. Sun., July 24 10 - 3 pm. Admission: $30/person for the weekend or $15/person/day. 16 & under free. Bring your friends and lawnchairs and dance on our huge wooden floor. For more info: 780-372-3087. Dance Classes Fall registration Sept. 13 from 3:30 - 6:00 pm at the Bashaw Farmers’ Market. Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop. Classes start Sept. 15th. Call Roxann 780-679-9159. Bashaw School Reminders Sept.1 - School resumes. _______________________ Events at the Bashaw Ag Grounds Farmer's Market (Tues. 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm) until September. July 8 – 10:

2nd Annual Bunnock Tournament July 22 – 24: Olde Tyme Dance Jamboree August 5 – 7: Bashaw Bluegrass Blast August 14: Bashaw Hill Country 4-H Riders Open Show August 19–21 Canadian Youth Rodeo Workshop & Competition If you have any questions, please call 3722291

Friday, July 1, 2005

I’m a Senior Citizen Author Unknown Senior citizens are constantly being criticized for every conceivable deficiency of the modern world, real or imaginary. We know we take responsibility for all we have done and do not blame others. HOWEVER, upon reflection, we would like to point out that it was NOT the senior citizens who took: The melody out of music, The pride out of appearance, The courtesy out of driving, The romance out of love, The commitment out of marriage, The responsibility out of parenthood, The togetherness out of the family, The learning out of education, The service out of patriotism, The Golden Rule from rulers, The nativity scene out of cities, The civility out of behavior, The refinement out of language, The dedication out of employment, The prudence out of spending, The ambition out of achievement, or, God out of government and school. And we certainly are NOT the ones who eliminated patience and tolerance from personal relationships and interactions with others!! And, we do understand the meaning of patriotism, and remember those who have fought and died for our country. Does anyone under the age of 50 know the lyrics to O Canada? Just look at the Seniors with tears in their eyes and pride in their hearts as they stand at attention, on veterans day and our great country's birthday . YES, I'M A SENIOR CITIZEN! I'm the life of the party...... even if it lasts until 8 p.m. I'm very good at opening childproof caps... with a hammer. I'm usually interested in going home before I get to where I am going. I'm awake many hours before my body allows me to get up. I'm smiling all the time because I can't hear a thing you're saying. I'm very good at telling stories; over and over and over and over... I'm aware that other people's grandchildren are not nearly as cute as mine. I'm so cared for --- long term care, eye care, private care, dental care. I'm not really grouchy, I just don't like traffic, waiting, crowds, lawyers, loud music, unruly kids, Jenny Craig and Toyota commercials, barking dogs, politicians and a few other things I can't seem to remember right now. I'm sure everything I can't find is in a safe secure place, somewhere. I'm wrinkled, saggy, lumpy, and that's just my left leg. I'm having trouble remembering simple words like....... I'm beginning to realize that aging is not for wimps. I'm sure they are making adults much younger these days, and when did they let kids become policemen? I'm wondering, if you're only as old as you feel, how could I be alive at 150? And, how can my kids be older than I feel sometimes? I'm a walking storeroom of facts..... I've just lost the key to the storeroom door. Yes, I'm a SENIOR CITIZEN and I think I am having the time of my life!

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WHOLE HEALTH THROUGH BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT I Do - Do You? A gal pal and I attended a bridal shower on the weekend. Since we are both older, bridal showers are not all that common in our worlds any more, so that made this one just that much more special. At first there were all the “hi – how are ya’s,” and then the introductions to bride’s and groom’s parents whom we had never met. We milled around, carrying a delicious pink glass of punch and admired the wonderful dessert table complete with a decadent chocolate fountain. As everyone settled into seats around the various tables, the Maid of Honor introduced herself and the bridesmaid. Then the games began! What fun, and as far as I know everyone who attended came away with at least one gift, two in some cases. It has been a long time since I have been in the presence of pinwheel sandwiches minus crusts. So delicious, and then of course the chocolate fountain was heartily dipped into. Everything from strawberries, bananas, pretzels, cakes, hard cookies and I even spied a few ladies with just chocolate. Yummy… delightfully sinful! After the food, we settled in once again, this time to watch the brideto-be open her gifts. As this process drew on, my mind wandered back to when I was 19 at my own bridal shower. I couldn’t help but compare her excitement and anticipation to the way I felt on that day. She was animated, excited and very, very happy. I remember thinking I was closing doors and opening new ones. Embarking on a great new adventure with a husband and children to share life with. I was also excited on that day. The freshness of life had not yet left my world, and there was nothing it seemed, that couldn’t be overcome. I believed in my partner, I believed in myself and in the process of life with every breath. I believed in happily ever after and was positive I would bear children who would go on to become outstanding citizens of society. That was approximately 30 years ago for me, and yes: some of the things I believed in did come out the way I expected. Some did not, becoming the challenges I learned from over those years. The dreams that worked were what sustained me through the challenging times, and today as I look back, I realize I am still excited about new adventures. I still look forward to learning and experiencing new worlds and events. In short, I think I still have the same excitement in a more mature way now, which I had thirty years ago. How about you? Are new challenges and experiences still providing excitement for you? Or do you prefer to hide behind a marriage that has gotten dull and lifeless, declaring you are too old now? Do you remember what your dreams and expectations were at your bridal shower? Think back – remember the girl in you and bring her back to life if she has retreated into an unhappy place. I send good thoughts and wishes to all you brides out there, whether you have been married for one year or fifty years, celebrate your life again! Come alive to the real whole you, it can change the world as you know it. Until next time…. Namaste from Sharyn “A diamond is a chunk of coal that performed well under pressure.” --Anonymous SHARYN LEMASURIER RMT CHT, is a Registered Health Practitioner, and Metaphysical Teacher certified in Massage Therapy, Reiki, Reflexology, Talk Therapy, Regression and Deep Relaxation Therapy. She is also a Western Intuitive Feng Shui Consultant. THE STUDIO HOLISTIC HEALTH CENTRE, serves Red Deer and area. Licensed and registered with AMTWP, medical insurance claims are welcome for massage therapy and reflexology. Located on Gasoline Alley (South Hill) next to Uncle Ben’s RV Sales. All sessions are BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Please call 403-343-6679. www.thestudiohhc.com

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Friday, July 1, 2005 4H Coal Trail Riders (Delburne) Contact: Janice at 749-3153.

Bingo every other Thursday. Delburne Chamber of Commerce Meetings held at the Village Office. Noon meetings held the last Thursday of the month. For more info call Brenda Smith @ 749-3023. Delburne Drop In Centre Crib Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Carpet Bowling Tuesday Evenings Music & Dance 2nd, 4th, 5th Fri. 1-4 p.m. All Welcome. Contact Lars Snethun 749-2056 Lousana Drop In Centre Carpet Bowling Sundays at 7:00 p.m. Floor Curling Fridays at 7:00 p.m. Contact Goldie Lee at 749-2369 Pine Lake Hub Carpet Bowling - 1st Tuesday of every month afternoon & evening, Mondays for the rest of the month. The Royal Canadian Legion Open Fri. & Sat. at 5:00 p.m. All Welcome. Contact John McLeod at 749-2277 or John Pisko at 749-0002. Ladies Auxiliary to the Legion New members wanted!! Meet 2nd Saturday of the month at 1:30 pm. Call Hazel Bysterveld 749-3796 or Flora Carter 749-2080 Great Bend Ladies Aide Meet 3rd Wednesday of each month. New Members Welcome. Contact Blanche Wells @ 749-2453. Anthony Henday Historical Society Meets the 2nd Thurs of every month at 7:30 pm at the Museum; the public is welcome. Contact Audrey Nicholson 749-2436 ELKS Meeting: Meets 2nd Monday of the month at 8:00 p.m. sharp. Contact Alan Partridge @ 749-2115. ELKS Senior Bus to Red Deer every 2nd and 4th Thursday. Call Bob Manning 749-3792 Elnora Community Bus to Red Deer every 4th Monday. Contact Betty Keshire for more info 773-2374. Women’s Institute Meetings the first Tues. of every month. Call Ada 749-2093 for location.

FCSS Contact Maureen @ 749-3380.

Junior Forest Wardens Our group is unique and the 4 key areas are: Outdoor skills, Ecology, Forestry & Leadership. For children ages 6-18. Call Deb Jackson @ 749-2429 for more information.

Karate Classes Tuesdays & Wednesdays at Delburne Community Hall. New members welcome. Contact Jan Temblay 749-2228.

Delburne Bottle Depot is set up to take your returnable bottles and donate the money to the Delburne Food Bank.

Delburne Pottery Club Wednesday mornings at 9:00 am located at the rear of the Curling Rink. Contact Laura Wright 749-2136.

Family School Wellness Worker - Elsie Ramsden Cell number is 304-6842 or Delburne School 749-3838 or Neighborhood Place 749-3380.

Dip & Dab Painting Club Do you enjoy acrylic painting? Members welcome to join our club at no charge. Meet once a week. Call Marlene Buckland 749-2568 if interested. Delburne Light Horse Association Contact Darlene Schlag 749-2506 or 391-2731 2005 Gymkana Dates: Sunday, July 24 @ 11 am Saturday, August 20 @ 11 am (wiener roast) Delburne Ag Society Meets every 2nd Wednesday. Contact Curtis Rusaw 749-2153 or Janice Dyck 749-3011. Newcomers to Delburne Please stop by Neighbourhood Place for your Welcome Wagon package. Alberta Association of Landowners for the Protection of Agricultural Land (AALPAL) Local contact is Eileen Murray 403-749-2279 Delburne Pharmacist Services - Alix Drugs provides a full prescription service for customers and Shannon Glover is able to deliver to Delburne and area residents. Call 391-6775. Lab Services every Wednesday morning from 9-12 at the Elnora Health Center. For more information or an appointment call 773-3636. Delburne Neighborhood Place (403) 7493380. Hours: Monday & Thursday 9 am Noon, Closed Friday & Saturday. PAC - Parent Advisory Council Meetings on first Wednesday of the month. Contact Terry Davidson at 749-2477 for more info.

Healthy Families - Home Visitor Brenda Daly. Her role is to offer support to parents with new babies. Call 403-443-3774. Sunday School Great Bend Church of Christ. For more information, call Marilyn at 7493949 or Glenna at 749-2106. Delburne Playschool Tues and Thurs from 9 - 11:30 am. Phone Tracy 749-3059 or Mary 749-2949. Cumberland Hall to book the hall for your next gathering, please contact Ada & Gerry Linneberg at 749-2525. Pine Lake Parents & Tots For parents and their children ages 0-6. Meets at the Pine Lake Hub. Contact Roanne at 886-2414 for more info. Sponsored by Delburne/Elnora Alliances Building Children (ABC). Citizens' Watch to volunteer call Dorothy Dorsey at 749-3817. Delburne United Church Sunday Service 11:15 am, Sunday School 11:15 am. Friendship Group meets the 3rd Mon. at 7:30

TRENVILLE Come and enjoy with us our 100 year celebration with the Trenville Community, July 8, 9 & 10 Parade, wagon-rides, program, fireworks and much more. Seven miles east of Lousana

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Meets every Wednesday at the Library Contact Ada 749-2093 or Debbie 749-3050 Open AA/Al-anon meetings 1st Monday of each month, at Elnora Anglican Church @ 8:30 pm. Delburne Library Tuesday 1:00 - 4:30; 6:30 – 8:30 pm Wed & Thurs 1:00 – 4:30 pm Saturday 10:00 - 1:00 pm Village Council Meetings 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at the Village Office at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are open to the public. Contact Debbie Bobocel 749-3606.

Economic Development Group Marilyn McDougall @ 749-3949.

Contact

Education Group Contact Corinne Hansen @ 773-3636 for more info. Delburne Minor Hockey Meeting 1st Thursday of the month Call Peter Lawrence 8864143 or Karla Unger for info 749-2702. Delburne Playschool Tuesday's and Thursday's from 9-11:30. Call Tracey Jackson 7493059 for more info. Delburne 4-H Beef Club For more information please phone Deb Wells at 749-2651.

Fawn Meadows Estates: The Village has taken deposits on four lots in the new subdivision. Servicing, except for pavement, should be completed by mid-June. Lot prices start at $20,577. There are three lot types. Lots located on the east side adjacent to the golf course, Type 1 Lot, require a minimum 1,400 sq ft house with a front attached garage. Type 1A lots require a minimum 1,260 sq ft house with either front or rear garage depending on whether rear access is available. Type 2 lots require a minimum 1,056 sq ft house.

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Delburne Centralized School Sept. 1 – First Day of New School Year Sept. 5 - Labor Day – No School Sept. 6 - Jostens School Photos Sept. 7 - School Council meeting Sept. 23 - No School Arena News Summer riding passes - prices as follows: Single $125, Family $250 Thursday Public $45, Thursday Drop-In $10 each Each member must also purchase a $5 Ag Pass. For more information contact Marlene at 749-2955. Piano Lessons Register now for piano lessons beginning in September. Music for Young Children is a wonderful piano/music program designed for children starting as young as 3 years old. Beginning classes for 3/4 yr. olds, 5/6 yr. olds and 7/8/9 yr. olds. Private Royal Conservatory graded piano lessons are also available. Call Lori Scott at 749-2038 for more information. The Harvest Gym will be open for most of the summer. In July watch for signs posted on the entrance doors indicating short closures due to waxing of floors. In August we will be closed for two weeks from the 1st to the 14th inclusive due to custodial holidays. Also, just a reminder to members that your memberships expire August 31, 2005. Renewals and new memberships will begin September 1, 2005 and expires August 31, 2006. The price for a year membership will be $40.00 for adults and non-Delburne School students and $10.00 for enrolled Delburne School students. Students must be 14 years of age or older and be accompanied by an adult after 5:00pm. To buy a membership please contact Robin at the school 749-3838, beginning August 31, 2005.

UPCOMING EVENTS Meat Draws Friday Nights at the Delburne Hotel, beginning at 6:00 pm. Proceeds to support FCSS programs Delburne Market Place from 4-6 pm at the park and running every Friday. Market Place on July 1st from 11:30 am - 2:00 pm with the BBQ hosted by PAC. Hope to see everyone there. Bike Rodeo in Elnora July 7th from 10:00am-noon. Bike safety check, repair station, bike skill stations, refreshments and door prizes. Rides available from Delburne at 9:15am (10 kids/2 parents and bikes). For more information call Laura at 749-3380. Delburne Elks Swimming Lessons Two sessions offered at the Three Hills Pool: July 18-23 and August 8-13. Registration forms available at ATB Financial Agency, Main Street, Delburne. For more information please call 749-3633. Lousana Community Association Swimming Lessons At the Three Hills Pool from July 25th-30th. Bus leaves at 9:00am and returns at 1:00pm. Fee is $35. Registration forms available from the Lousana Post Office or Corey Campbell at 749-2188. Library Summer Reading Program Starts July 5th - August 26th. Two groups: 3-5 yrs. old on Tuesdays, 6-8 yrs. old on Fridays. Contact the library or Nicole at the Village Office, 749-3606 for more details. (see classified on page 9 for more information) 90th Anniversary of St. Columba's Anglican Church of Delburne The Right Reverend Barry Hollowell will preside at the Church Worship Service, starting at 10:30 am, on Sunday, July 10, 2005. As well guest speaker Michael Dawe will be talking on the history of the Anglican Church. All former parishioners are cordially invited. to this 90th Church Anniversary. Come and renew friendships & acquaintances from the past!

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W omen’s Institute Centennial Writing Competition Reprinted from the Delburne Dialogue Earlier this spring, a number of grade 4 and 5 students wrote compositions for a Alberta Women’s Institute Centennial writing contest. The topics were Why I like Alberta, Alberta – The Place to Be, and My Family History in Alberta. Our students did extremely well in their district – W.I District #3 – the largest district out of 5 in Alberta. Taylor Fox (My Family History in Alberta) and Summer Anderson (Why I Like Alberta) won 1st place in their categories, while Boe Biggs and Katelynn Allison both received a 2nd place. Their stories went on to the Provincial Level. Taylor Fox won 1st place overall in the province of Alberta for her detailed history of the Fox family, Hillsdown area. She and her family were invited to the Annual Banquet and Award’s Night of the Women’s Institute of Alberta. It was held in Camrose. Bravo Taylor! Congratulations to all the writers who entered, through the Delburne W.I. or Hillsdown W.I.., representing Delburne School.

Are You Fiscally Fit? By Dawne Adkins, Director of Marketing, Community Capital Cost Cutting vs. Money Saving I’ve been talking a lot about saving money and being creative with how you do that. Really what I’ve been referring to are ways to cut costs. We can manage to do that in very simple ways each day: turn the water off when you brush your teeth, walk rather than drive, pack a lunch instead of eating out. The list goes on and on and you’ll likely see these sorts of tips and ideas in almost every magazine you pick up. While these are great ideas and ones I often recommend, cutting costs and saving money are not necessarily the same thing unless…you actually do it – literally save the money. Generally speaking, I believe most of us try to do the obvious things in hopes of lowering our expected expenses. We know we’re going to get a utility bill each month, we know we have to buy groceries each month, we know we have to put gas in the vehicle so it only makes sense to do what we can to keep those costs as low as possible. Often these cost saving habits are also good for the environment. Are we really saving money by implementing these strategies? Chances are that we are content with our bills coming in lower than expected or at a consistent cost and we don’t spend time concerning ourselves with what the amount would have been had we not tried to “cut costs.” I encourage you to continue to keep your expenses low where possible and I would love to hear your cost-cutting ideas. We can certainly all learn from each other! In the next issue I will talk about how to turn these cost cutting tips into actual money in your pocket. Community Capital is a non-profit organization based in Central Alberta that is committed to helping people make better financial decisions. Call 403-340-1323, visit www.communitycapital.ca or email [email protected] for more information.

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Elnora Jottings

Elnora Happenings

Write-up/Photos Courtesy of Pat Buckland Don and Pat Buckland had visitors from Edmonton, Judy and Sarah Buckland. Judy stayed for a few days and Sarah for only one day. She is apprenticing for a Parts Person in Edmonton after graduating from Fairview College with a one year Mechanic’s Course. She received top marks in her courses. Condolences go out to the family and friends of Pauline Bishop who passed away in Calgary on June 7th. Her funeral was on Saturday, June 11th at the Elnora Hall. Pauline was such a feisty woman who was always interested in the Elnora people and was active in several community activities. Thank goodness she was able to make it to Elnora for a tea in her honour a while ago! She will be greatly missed by all. June 1st at the Elnora Hall was very busy. The students from Delburne High School Senior Drama Club entertained those who came to the Royal Purple Senior’s Tea with their play called “Granny Fixes Anything.” They had performed this play last April at the Cumberland Hall and again at the Delburne School later in the Spring. People from the Trochu Health Care Centre came, as well as those from Elnora and area. The Royal Purple ladies served delicious food at their tea and many people won prizes when their names were drawn. Winners are Pat Buckland, Donald Buckland, Dave Matthews, Ruth Moore, John VanMannen, Alice Kinsey, Mary Logan, Norm Wagstaff, Mavis Buckland, Sarah Buckland, Bill Wagstaff, Dorothy Jones, Margaret Swanson, Eileen Fitzsimmons, Max Willis, Fran Lebrun, Lil Watson and Mae Ancion. The afternoon was very enjoyable. The Tea was free and is their way of showing appreciation to the Community. The Elnora 4-H Beef Club had their big Show and Sale day on June 7th at the Trochu arena. In the JUNIORS, Kaitlyn Buckland won the conformation class; Alexander Silbernagel came in 2nd in confirmation and 1st in Showmanship and Grooming; and Holly Smith was 2nd in show and grooming. For INTERMEDIATE, Confirmation - 1st Dianna Maxwell, 2nd Jonah Smith; Showmanship - 1st - Colin Maxwell, 2nd Kendra Silbernagel; Grooming - 1st - Colin Maxwell, 2nd Amber Schmidt; Honorable Mention went to Diana Maxwell. Amber Schmidt also had the best Rate of Gain in the Club. For SENIORS,

July 1 - Gymkhana at Delburne Ag Grounds 1:30 p.m. July 1 - Canada Day at Ag Building at 6:00 p.m..

John Jones at the Elnora Street Sale

July 2 - Cattle Penning 1:30 p.m. at Richard Schlags

July 7 - Bike Rodeo from 10:00am-noon at Confirmation, Show and Grooming were all the old hospital. Bike safety check, repair stawon by Dana Roberts and Blake Roberts tion, bike skill stations, refreshments and door placed second. The CLUB GRAND CHAMprizes. For more info call Laura at 749-3380. PION was won by Dana Roberts and the RESERVE CHAMPION was won by Diana Trenville 100th Anniversary July 8 - 10. Maxwell. At the KNEEHILL DISTRICT LEVEL - Dana Roberts was the Kneehill DisElnora Library: (phone: 773-3966) trict Grand Champion with the championship Mondays 9:00 - noon banner being donated by Blue Broma OutfitWednesdays 1:00 - 5:00 pm ting. Dianna Maxwell won the Kneehill District Reserve Champion with her banner being donated by the Elnora Ag Society. Also at the Kneehil District Level, Dana Roberts had the best home raised steer and Colin Maxwell won the Reserve Intermediate Grooming. Dana drew names for the winners of a 1/2 beef and a 1/4 beef and who should Dana Roberts - Grand Champion from the Elnora 4-H Beef Club. Dana win the 1/2, but her won this at the Club and District Levels. Dad, Ken Roberts! The winner of the 1/4 beef was Fred Toews. The Rick Hanson Wheels in Motion event was held in Elnora on June 12th with 14 people participating. They walked, wheeled and biked 10 Km (4 times around town) and raised approximately $4,500.00. They all had a good time and it wasn’t too hot out, so that helped. Way to go everyone! Brianne Christie of the Huxley 4-H Beef Club showed her support of Alberta Beef with the logo on the side of her steer at the Kneehill Show and Sale day for the 4-H Clubs in the District (left).

Dianna Maxwell - Reserve Champion from the Elnora 4-H Beef Club. Dianna won this at the Club and District Levels.

Colin Maxwell with Reserve Intermediate Grooming at the District Level

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The Toronto Trip By Lisa Armstrong & Jackie Rich The trip to Toronto was very enriching to both the Elnora and Toronto kids. We started out Sunday by flying from Calgary to Pearson Airport at Toronto. After a short delay trying to find a lost bag, we set off to John G. Diefenbaker School to meet our host families. We experienced all kinds of different ethnic foods like curry and shamuses. As soon as we stepped inside their gym we saw some of the cultural diversity that Toronto has. There were people from all over the world like India, Russia and Jamaica. We were entertained by some students that learn how to read by rapping. On Monday we went to the Eaton Center which is a gigantic four story mall. We got there by subway which was so new to us because most of us had never been on one before. After some shopping we walked through Chinatown on our way to Queens Park. There we were able to witness a real political debate; that was so interesting! Along with the debate we got to see the fabulous architecture that the building displayed.. The day was full of fun and a lot of walking, but it was all worth it. SPLASH!! On Tuesday we took a chartered bus to the most spectacular waterfalls in the world. You guessed it - Niagara Falls! Before we got to go on the Maid of the Mist we stopped at the Niagara Hotel where we were lucky enough to be able to go up to the 35th floor and see the falls from a five star room. At the hotel we ate a very expensive yet delectable hamburger. After our meal we walked down to the dock to board the Maid of the Mist. We were handed a blue plastic poncho to wear and boy did we need it! The boat took us right under Horseshoe Falls where we got soaked! After a magnificent time at Niagara and a whole roll of film later we headed off to Playdium. Playdium is a giant arcade with hundreds of games, go-carts and prizes. Everybody had a great time and after about two hours of playing we left for home. On Wednesday we went to the Hockey Hall of Fame. We spent about an hour and a half there while we took pictures of all the different hockey display cases. We even got our picture taken with the Stanley Cup! We then walked to the Old Spaghetti Factory and had an exquisite three curse meal. It started out with salad, followed by delicious spaghetti and topped off with a bowl of ice cream. When we were finished stuffing our faces we walked to the Royal Alexander Theater. The inside of this theater was unbelievable! It was so beautiful. We watched the musical ‘Mamma Mia’ and it was hilarious. When we got on the bus to head home, most of us were singing and humming ‘Dancing Queen’. When Thursday rolled around we took a bus to the CN Tower. We got to ride an elevator that took us to the top. Seeing a bird’s eye view of Toronto was breathtaking and what was really amazing was standing on top of a glass floor and looking down into the world below. Even the people afraid of heights stood on it for a second or two. After safely returning to the bottom floor of the tower we walked across the street to Rogers Center. There we caught a Blue Jays Game. GO BLUE JAYS! Our non-stop cheering must have worked because they won seven to four against Tampa Bay. The bus ride home was a little quieter because all our throats hurt from yelling so much! Friday was such a great day. The first thing we did was sit in for the school ‘All-Star Assembly’. This gave us a chance to see all the other kids who attended John G. Diefenbaker School. We then went to the enormous Toronto Zoo. We got to see all kinds of animals from zebras to polar bears. We ate lunch there and after a couple more hours, went back to Diefenbaker School for the dance. Some music was miles away from what we listen to like Indian and Reggae. Some songs weren’t even in English! It turned out no matter what type of music it was we still had a ton of fun! Saturday was ‘Family Day’ meaning we got to spend the entire day with our host families doing whatever we wanted. Some went to the Scarborough Mall to shop and see a movie, some went back to Playdium, and others slept in and relaxed all day. At five o’clock we all met up at the AllStar Bowling Alley were we played ten pin bowling. After we got a chance to bowl, thank-you’s were said and we got a chance to give our twin a class picture in a western style frame as a gift. After many pictures and hugs we left for our final evening with our host families. Sunday had to be the saddest day because we finally had to leave for home. We met at their school with our packed bags ready to board the bus that would take us to the airport. Once everyone had arrived we finally had to face the moment when we said our final good-byes. A lot of hugs, smiles and even tears were given but we at least knew we would get to see them again in 3 weeks. This exchange trip has opened our eyes to all the people and cultures that reside in our great country. It was so fun and we had a blast while learning so many new things!”

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MUSINGS By Kevin Burns The Last Waltz Over the last few years, I have penned columns on focus, commitment, worklife balance as well as numerous other subjects. In retrospect, as I look back over the years of writing every week, somehow I knew this day would come. For over five years I have been, every week, sitting down to think about things that happen in our everyday lives and have spent countless hours attempting to extract the meaning of each of life’s little events and to put them into focus in the big picture. But I have loved every moment of writing a weekly column since it forced me, many times daily, to prepare what I felt was useful to be able to share with you, the loyal Musings reader. My planned sabbatical this summer, my increased travel schedule as well as the planned release of three, yet unfinished, books within the forthcoming year forces me to make a difficult decision: this will be my last column in the Chautauqua. You have sent me emails and letters on weekly basis to

voice your opinions of what I’d written that particular week. Only once in five years did I ever receive a note of utter disagreement. Looking back over two hundred and sixty columns, that’s a record, I’m proud of. Life can be better and we do know what the right thing is to do. We have morals, principles and a willingness to want to better our world. And for the final time I will say it, “This got me to thinking.” Perhaps it’s time for you to let another voice into your daily lives to help point you in the right direction. That voice is yours and yours alone. I would hope that my voice was never used as a voice of authority. I would hope instead that you used my writings to confirm what you already knew. In doing so at least you could understand that you know what the right thing is for your life. You inherently know that in order to improve your life you must

Page 15 improve yourself. You know deep down that you must be careful about what and who you let enter your space and mind. Some people and things can be beneficial. Some can be toxic. You should, by now, understand that the world owes you nothing: it was here first. You cannot allow the actions of others, or events or a situation to determine whether or not you smile today since happiness is not a result, it’s a choice. So to my faithful and yes sometimes even the occasional readers, I ask one thing: make this world a better place. You can do it one person at a time. Believe that because if you believe otherwise, you won’t even try. What a shame it would be that you did nothing because you believed you were capable of nothing when in fact you were capable of so much more. Be that much more. Thanks for everything and goodbye. Kevin Burns is the world's only Instigational (Leadership) Speaker and author of over a half-dozen self-help books and CD's. More info at www.kevburns.com. Editor’s note: Previous columns of Kevin’s will still be published here for a little while.

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

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KOREAN ADVENTURER By Alan E. Johnson Beauty is All that Matters When I first came to Korea (has it really been almost FIVE years?), I was surprised by the number of women carrying umbrellas on sunny days. I found out that they were protecting themselves from the sun. Umbrellas are just one way Korean women keep their skin protected. Some wear big hats, of course, but others wear masks, as well. These masks are something to see. Made of dark seethrough plastic, they cover the whole face. Seeing someone walking around like this, I am reminded of "Star Wars," where legions of storm troopers serve as faceless drones for our heroes to shoot down like targets in a video game. Korean women value "white" skin as one of the highest standards of beauty, and have done so for centuries. In years gone by, porcelain skin was a sign of status, wealth and class. It meant that the person did not toil like a laborer, and only had to worry about looking good. This obsession with clear white skin has led to some pretty drastic solutions, offered by the beauty industry as the answer to everyone's prayers. One television commercial depicts a model (a flawless beauty) out with her man. She is happy and fulfilled until he gives her a look like he can't believe how ugly she is.

A quick check in her mirror reveals a spot on her cheek. What to do? What to do? The answer is the commercial's product, a skin cream that promises to clear up any imperfection. Just one dab and (through the miracle of TV technology) the model's skin instantly becomes a shade lighter. Her life can go on. Asian women are more prone to brown patches on the face, known as melasma, which is one of the most common complaints at dermatology clinics. "Asian women have more melanin so they are genetically predisposed to d e v e l o p i n g melasma," s ai d Julius Jon, a U.S. and Korean boardcertified dermatologist who heads the Teng Teng Dermatology Clinic in Seoul. One of the stimulants for pigment-producing cells, or melanocytes in the skin, is the sun's rays, which is why Korean women go to such great lengths to protect themselves. Another solution to unsightly blemishes is laser treatment, which lasts about 20 minutes per session, and requires no anesthetics. Another option is a chemical peel, known as Cosmelan peeling. Ingredients in the Cosmelan act

by "blocking tyrosinase, the enzyme responsible for transforming melanin precursors into operational melanin." Huh? The cream is applied to the face at the doctor's office, and left on for six to eight hours. Daily home treatments with two other kinds of creams follow. Four weekly visits are all that is required to see disappearance of a lot of p i gm e nt . Ot h e r creams, bought over the counter, promise the same effect, but can actually create darker skin if used improperly, and the melasma has a good chance of recurring. Sunscreen is a very popular choice, but its proper use is highly stressed by doctors. It must be applied 20 minutes before exposure to the sun, and renewed every two hours to be effective. All this running away from the sun has had the effect that Korean women suffer from a serious vitamin D deficiency. According to a study of 1,285 osteoporosis patients aged 55 and older from 18 countries, South Korean women had the lowest vitamin D level. Vitamin D is essential in boosting calcium absorption and forming bone cells. It can be formed naturally when the skin is ex-

Friday, July 1, 2005 posed to the sun. "The results show that South Korean women avoid the sun too much," said Lim Seung-gil, a professor at Yonsei University. "Such a low level is dangerous for them because of the risk of osteoporosis." Another solution to the quest for physical perfection is plastic surgery. The Ministry of Health and Welfare commissioned a study, conducted by the psychiatry department of the Seoul National University College of Medicine, which polled 2,034 students, including 469 men. Of the 1,563 women, 82.1% said they wanted to have plastic surgery and 52.5% said they had already done so. Building selfconfidence was the main reason cited. Even botched surgeries do not deter people from going under the knife. The study reported that 12% of the women who had undergone plastic surgery reported ill effects, but 95.7% said they would not hesitate to do it again. "The number indicates that they were partly or fully satisfied with the result of their operations,"

said Kwon Sungtack, assistant secretary-general of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. With all this science and technology, is there really that much hope in a jar? These products must be approved by the Korea Drug and Food Administration, after all. What does that entail? "We only require certain paperwork proving their efficiency. Those that are rejected are turned down because of insufficient paperwork," said Lee Nam-hee, who works at the food and drug safety division of the Korea Drug and Food Ad-

ministration. Whew! And here I thought just anybody could market a product! Psychiatrist Lee Jong-sub, commenting on the desire for physical perfection, said, "Social pressure of course does exist in Korea to have better looks. That is why many Koreans are putting much of their focus on appearances. "However, I believe that your personality and ability are the ultimate factors that can appeal to the people around you. And I also think selfsatisfaction should be based on more than just how you look like." Amen, doc. Amen.

BASHAW RCMP Fraud Alert RCMP at Bashaw received a complaint wherein a local person received a letter in the mail from Spain. The letter indicates that the complainant has won a portion of a lottery prize, and asks the complainant to forward personal information, including banking information to a foreign address. RCMP advise the public that this letter is a hoax, however its legitimate appearance. RCMP remind the public that such scams take a wide variety of approaches, including mail, fax, e-mail and phone calls. Never disclose your personal information to any person or company for which you are not certain what that information will be used for. Remember - if it sounds too good to be true - it probably is.

Stormy Weather The sky it raged in anger The wind, a sharp rebuke The sun’s bright disposition A brief vacation took The clouds shouted warnings That fell on stopped up ears The Master signed and earth below Was showered with his tears. R. Soltermann

Numerous spectators came out to watch the rising water levels in local rivers and streams in various locations in Central Alberta. Though not as serious as first anticipated, the Red Deer River did rise enough to cause flooding in some areas. Content Bridge Campground (above) experienced some flooding June 19 & 20th in the lower campsites.

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FAMILY MATTERS Caring for the Caregiver Few people are prepared for the responsibilities and tasks involved in caring for loved ones who are ill, elderly, or disabled. The success of the relationship between you and your loved one depends on several factors. One of the most important is how well you take care of yourself, empowering yourself to be there for the person you are caring for. Let’s look first at what causes the stress in such a relationship, and then we will explore some ways to care for yourself as you care for another. Sources of Stress Caring for someone who is sick or disabled causes tremendous stress. This stress comes from several directions and each has a different effect on the caregiver. The following are the main sources of such stress: 1. Being far away: In most families, people are spread out across the country and are not always available to help with caring for a sick or elderly person. This places extra stress on the person nearby, who often must contribute the most in terms of time and money toward the patient’s care. The out-of-towners may not realize how much time and money the person close at hand is devoting to the care of their family member. 2. Financial stress is inevitable when someone requires an excessive amount of care. For example: a. Many caregivers spend their own money to cover expenses that are not covered by insurance or Medicare. b. The family members who are less involved may not realize \how expensive certain items are and may even resist helping to pay for them. c. The primary caregiver may have to work fewer hours or find less demanding work (which may pay less money). Many caregivers have to stop working completely in order to care for the patient. 3. Cultural expectations: In some cultures, daughters are expected to care for parents, and in others it is not acceptable to place relatives in nursing homes. 4. Relationship stress: In addition to the financial stress, all of these factors create enormous stress on the relationships among family members. This can lead to an additional layer of problems if it is not openly discussed and resolved. 5. Physical stress: Caring for an ailing person can be a physical challenge. Activities like cooking, cleaning, doing laundry, and shopping can be exhausting, especially when they are added to the responsibilities of your own life. 6. Home alterations: If the patient continues to live at home, you may need to make alterations such as building ramps or railings. Everyone in the home will have to adjust. 7. Social stress: Providing personal care 24 hours a day can cut off the primary caregiver from family and friends. You may be too tired to have an evening out, or you may not have anyone else to take over. This can result in your feeling angry and resentful toward the person you are caring for. 8. Emotional stress: As a result of these stresses, it is not unusual to feel a range of emotions, including anger, resentment, anxiety, frustration, sadness, and guilt. These negative emotions may conflict with the love you feel for your family member and the satisfaction you feel from contributing to the quality of his or her life. With all of these kinds of stress, it is not surprising that many caregivers become overwhelmed and begin to feel burned out. Signs That a Caregiver Needs Help How do you know if the stress is becoming too much for you? The following is a list of signs that you need help. Take a moment to look through these and identify those that are now problems for you or may be potential problems. 1. You don’t get out much anymore. 2. You argue with the person you care for. 3. You have conflicts with other family members. 4. You abuse drugs, alcohol, or medications. 5. Your appetite has changed. 6. You isolate yourself from others.

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7. You behave in a compulsive manner or are overly focused on minor details. 8. You feel listless; you lack energy. 9. You feel more angry, anxious, or worried than usual. 10. You have a difficult time controlling your emotions. 11. You have a hard time concentrating. 12. You have physical symptoms of anxiety, such as an upset stomach, headaches, or a racing heart. 13. You often forget things. 14. You are clumsy or accident-prone. 15. You have self-destructive or suicidal thoughts. 16. You sleep more or less than usual. 17. You never seem to get enough rest. 18. You feel guilty about your situation. Caregiver Survival Tips 1. Find out about resources before you need them. For example, don’t delay researching nursing homes until the patient needs to be placed in one. 2. Seek all the support you can find. Be on the lookout for groups, individuals, and organizations that provide emotional, social, physical, and financial support. 3. Ask your family and friends for help. They may be able to provide you with time, knowledge, or money. 4. Investigate adult day care facilities. They offer therapeutic, rehabilitative, and support services such as nursing, social work services, meals, or transportation. 5. Consider having meals delivered. Many organizations provide nutritional programs. 6. Consider hiring a home health aide. Aides can provide personal care at home such as help with eating, dressing, oral hygiene, bathing, administering medication, and light household tasks. 7. Find out about homemaker services. These services can assist with shopping, laundry, housecleaning, preparing meals, and taking clients to medical appointments. 8. Look into the offerings of hospital and surgical supply services. They rent or sell medical supplies and equipment like hospital beds, canes, walkers, bath chairs, oxygen, and other equipment. 9. Check out respite care services. They provide relief to caregivers. 10. Look into social day care. They provide recreational activities, social work services, hot meals, transportation, and some health services. 11. Find out about transportation services. They provide transportation to and from medical appointments or other care services. 12. Find out about skilled nursing services. They offer professional help with specific medical problems. 13. Maintain your interests. Keep balance in your life. 14. Be realistic about what you can accomplish. Recognize what you can and cannot do. 15. Maintain communication with your family and friends. When tensions and misunderstandings develop (and they will), address them quickly. 16. Take care of yourself. Eat well, exercise, rest, and take time off. Carla Heintz is a Family School Liaison & Wellness Worker with Wolf Creek School Division. To speak to the liaison worker, call (403) 747-2778.

Healthy Alberta www.healthyalberta.com Active Camping Are you camping on the Canada Day long weekend? Don't forget to take along some good walking shoes, a kite, or your bike. There is nothing as enjoyable as a long walk along a forest trail, taking in the sights and scents of nature and the sounds of squirrels, birds, and, of course, frogs! How about hopping on your bike and finding an open field to fly your kite, free from power lines and kite-eating trees? There are endless opportunities to be active while camping. Source: Travel Alberta

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VILLAGE OF ALIX COUNCIL MINUTES Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Alix Council, held on Tuesday, June 7, 2005 at 7:00 P.M. in the Village of Alix Council Chambers. Present:

Resolution #300/05:

Mayor Kortzman, Councillors Lapish and Yarwood. Councillor Lynch arrived at 7:07 P.M.

Unfinished Business:

Also Present:

Richard Kutt, Interim Municipal Administrator.

Resolution #301/05:

Call to Order:

Mayor Kortzman called the meeting to order at 7:03 P.M..

Amendments to Agenda:

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that the Village of Alix Council accept the agenda with the following amendments: Add:

Financial:

New Business:

Committee Reports:

Resolution #291/05:

Resolution #292/05:

New Business: Resolution #302/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that cheque number 1278 be removed from general approval of the June 7, 2005 Accounts Payable. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Resolution #294/05:

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that the Accounts Payable for June 7, 2005, cheques numbered 1263 to 1291, excluding cheque number 1278, in the amount $50,862.30 be approved for payment. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Resolution #303/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council approve a one year trial for a debit card terminal machine at the Village of Alix Municipal Office.

item.

d) Mill Rate By-Law Resolution #304/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council give first reading by By-Law #333/05 be a by-law to impose a tax in respect of property within the Village of Alix for the year 2005, as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Resolution #305/05:

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that the Village of Alix Council give second reading to By-Law #333/05, as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Resolution #306/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council give permission for third and final reading of By-Law #333/05, as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Resolution #307/05:

Moved by Councillor Lapish that the Village of Alix Council give third and final reading to By-Law #333/05, as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. e) Grass Cutting

b) Monthly Statement - April 30, 2005 and May 31, 2005 Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Monthly Statement for the period ending April 30, 2005 and the Monthly Statement for the period ending May 31, 2005 be accepted, as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Minutes: Resolution #297/05:

a) Regular Meeting - May 17 , 2005

f) July 1, Centennial Celebration - Downtown Revitalization Resolution #308/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix accept the donation of trees from Home Hardware with thanks to Curt and Donna Peterson. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Resolution #309/05:

Moved by Councillor Lapish that the Village of Alix Council allow the Downtown Revitalization Committee to proceed with an Alix Gator Tourism/Rest Area, at Main Street and Railway Avenue, and this is to include a pad for the Alix Gator, flag poles, trees and turf from funds set aside for the Downtown Revitalization. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the minutes of the regular meeting of the Village of Alix Council, held on Tuesday, May 17, 2005 be accepted, as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

g) Campground Caretaker

b) Special Meeting - May 24, 2005 Resolution #298/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the minutes of the special meeting of the Village of Alix Council, held on Tuesday, May 24, 2005 be accepted, as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Delegation:

h) In Camera Resolution #310/05:

a) Dan Tschritter Mr. Wayne Sommers of Sutton Realty, Red Deer and Mr. Dan Tschritter arrived at 7:39 P.M. Mayor Kortzman noted that the appearance of buildings on Main Street is important and asked Dan Tschritter his intentions in this regard.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

The Interim Municipal Administrator presented the CFEP Grant application for Village Council’s information.

Councillor Lynch returned to the meeting at 7:22 P.M.

Resolution #296/05:

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that the Village of Alix Council table this

c) CFEP Grant - Playground

Councillor Lynch left the Council Chamber at 7:20 P.M. Moved by Councillor Lapish that the Accounts Payable cheques numbered 1223 and 1278, in the amount of $635.46 be approved for payment. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

a) Debit Card Machine

b) Axia Super Net Ltd.

Moved by Councillor Lynch that cheque number 1223 be removed from general approval of the May 31, 2005 Accounts Payable. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Moved by Councillor Lapish that the Accounts Payable for May 31, 2005, cheques numbered 1202 to 1262, excluding cheque number 1223, in the amount of $80,957.99 be approved for payment. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

In Favor: Mayor Kortzman, Councillors Lapish and Lynch. Opposed: Councillor Yarwood. MOTION CARRIED.

a) Accounts Payable - May 31, 2005 and June 7, 2005

Resolution #293/05:

Resolution #295/05:

Moved by Councillor Lapish that the Village of Alix Council authorize the Alix Community Hall Board to proceed with: 1) - 2 New Furnaces 2) - Concrete Pad.

a) Accounts Payable - June 7, 2005 b) Monthly Statement - May 31, 2005 e) Grass Cutting f) July 1, Centennial Celebration g) Campground Caretaker h) In-Camera f) Lacombe Foundation CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Financial:

a) Hall Board Delegation

Mayor Kortzman called for amendments to the agenda.

Approval of Agenda: Resolution #290/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Municipal Administrator’s Report be accepted, as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Moved by Councillor Lapish that the Village of Alix Council give authorization for the Alix Hotel and the Bugtussel Bar to hold a Street Dance during the 2005 Centennial celebrations. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Village Council directed Administration to work with the Centennial Committee to decide the best alternative to close Main Street for this event on July 1, 2005.

Resolution #311/05:

Resolution #312/05:

Comments:

Moved by Mayor Kortzman that the Village of Alix Council go “in camera” at 10:36 P.M. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 10:42 P.M.

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council reconvene at CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. a) Cathy Perry

Don Gibson, Maintenance Supervisor is to investigate this concern and report back to Village Council. b) Rhonda Brandon Dan Tschritter noted that he would keep up the maintenance and painting as his health would allow.

Resolution #313/05:

Mr. Wayne Sommers and Mr. Dan Tschritter left the meeting at 8:00 P.M. Mayor Kortzman adjourned the meeting at 8:00 P.M. Mayor Kortzman called the meeting back to order at 8:10 P.M. Business Arising from the Minutes:

There was none.

Maintenance Crew Report:

There was none.

Municipal Administrator’s Report:

a) Stantec

The Interim Municipal Administrator advised Council that Stantec Engineering would like to enter into a General Engineering Services Agreement for three years. Resolution #299/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council do not commit to Stantec at this time. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council accept Rhonda Brandon’s letter of resignation from the Alix Community Hall Board and thank her for her time spent on this Committee. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. c) Genevieve Marshall

Resolution #314/05:

Committee Reports:

Moved by Councillor Lapish that the Village of Alix Council accept Genevieve Marshall’s letter of resignation from the Alix Public Library Board and thank her for her time spent on this Board. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. a) Alix Chamber of Commerce - April 18, 2005 b) Marketing and Communication - May 10, 2005 c) Alix Nature Trail - May 2, 2005

Resolution #315/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council extend this regular meeting past 11:00 P.M. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. d) Small Communities Convention - May 3, 2005

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e) Economic Development Board - May 19, 2005 Resolution #316/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix write a letter to Lacombe County asking if they will officially appoint a Councillor to the Alix Economic Development Board. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. f) Lacombe Foundation

Resolution #317/05:

Correspondence:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council accept the Committee Reports (a) through (f), as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. a) Red Deer River Watershed Alliance Society b) News Release - Federal Gas Tax c) Boom Town Trail d) Town of Bentley - Disaster Services

Resolution #318/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that Councillor Lapish represent the Village of Alix at this function. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. e) PCPS - Semi Annual Meeting June 10, 2005 f) Lacombe County Re: Recycling g) Duncan and Craig

Resolution #319/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council accept Correspondence items (a) through (g) for information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Adjournment: Resolution #320/05:

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that this regular meeting of the Village of Alix Council be adjourned at 11:20 P.M.. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

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Floor Curling 7:30 pm ACH

COPS meets @ 7:30 pm @ Fire Hall

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Lee & Rochelle van Ringen

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PUBLIC NOTICE Village of Alix By-law #335/05

Village of Alix 2005 Assessment and Property Tax Notice

Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Village of Alix has given first reading to a by-law for the purpose of redesignating Schedule “A” District Map Lot 2, Block 5, Plan 002 4127 and Lot PUL Block 5, Plan 002 4127 designation to Public Recreation in accordance with the Municipal Government Act.

This is to advise that the 2005 Property Assessment and Tax Notices were mailed on June 22, 2005. Any ratepayer who does not receive a tax notice is advised to contact the Alix Village Office at (403)747-2495.

Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Council of the Village of Alix does hereby re-designate the following described lands: Lot 2, Block 5, Plan 002 4127 and PUL, Block 5, Plan 002 4127.

To current taxes remaining unpaid after July 25, 2005, a penalty of twelve (12%) percent will be added on July 26, 2005. To taxes remaining unpaid after September 9, 2005, a penalty of six (6%) percent will be added on September 10, 2005.

A copy of By-Law #335/05 may be inspected by the public in the Village of Alix Municipal Office between 8:00 a.m. and noon and 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., Mondays through Fridays. The Council of the Village of Alix will hold a Public Hearing in the Council Chambers at the Alix Municipal Office 4849 50 Street on Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 7:15 p.m. for the purpose of hearing submissions on the proposed re-designation. The hearing will be informal and any person or group wishing to express their views on the proposed re-designation will be given the opportunity to make a presentation. No written representation or petition regarding this by-law shall be heard by Council unless: a) it is filed with the Municipal Administrator no later than 3:30 p.m. on Monday, July 18, 2005. b) it contains the names and addresses of all persons making the representation. c) it states the names and addresses of all persons authorized to represent a group of persons or the public at large.

Property owners are further advised that taxes are due and payable without penalty if payment is received by the Village Office on or before July 25, 2005. Any payment for property taxes forwarded by mail shall be deemed to be paid on the same date as the postmark on the envelope in which the said payment is mailed.

Please note that the 2005 Notice is a combination Assessment and Tax Notice. Persons wishing to appeal their assessment have until July 22, 2005 to do so. If you or your agent wish to file a complaint, your complaint must be submitted in writing to the Municipal Administrator of the Village of Alix, Box 87, Alix, Alberta, T0C 0B0. On all assessed properties being appealed the taxes must be paid in full on or before July 25, 2005. If the Assessment Review Board makes a decision in favor of the complainant, an adjustment will be made and a refund issued. Richard Kutt, L.G.A. Interim Municipal Administrator, Village of Alix