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At the recent Staff Appreciation BBQ, former and current Bashaw Hospital staff joined together for a group photo (above). Diane Hay, Chloe Holt, and Gail Schultz three of the first staff at the Bashaw Hospital are pictured below. photos courtesy of Yvonne King
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FROM THE EDITOR’S COMPUTER A while ago I read in a management book that we humans have a tendency, when faced with a perceived problem, to latch onto the very first, obvious solution. The trouble with that type of approach, is that rarely does the first obvious solution have anything to do with the real problem at hand, and in fact, tends to create further problems down the road, which could have been avoided with some time and careful observation. This applies to all areas of life, not just business. When I was a teenager, I experienced fatigue and headaches. The doctor ran the test for Mononucleosis (Mono). It came back negative, yet we were told that was what I had. Months later a specialist ran the Mono test again and the result was still negative, so we were informed I had “Chronic” Mono. Subsequent health concerns, major and minor, were viewed through this filter of the Chronic Mono diagnosis. For the past few weeks I have been knocked flat (literally as I’ve been on bed rest) by a severely stressed (i.e. tired, overwhelmed) liver. As I was lying around unable to do anything, I noticed my symptomsns were very similar to when I had Mono, so I did some investigating. One of the first things I discovered is that once the virus that causes Mono enters your blood, it is there forever, and no virus means no Mono. So it is very safe to say that I have NOT had Mono in my life. Further reading into the function/malfunction of the liver leads me to believe that what I experienced as a teen was also a severely stressed liver. I’m also quite certain now that I have been suffering from a mild to moderately stressed liver (variations dependent on factors such as supplements, hormones, diet and stress level at the time) for the past 25 years! It’s amazing it isn’t diseased or damaged! It seems that even my diagnosis of scoliosis may be incorrect as I’ve discovered my back muscles tighten and collapse when I eat something my body rebels against. I may never figure out what particular trigger(s) initially stressed my liver, however I do know this - Mono can’t be changed, a stressed liver can be. Now I know the direction and changes I need to make, I will be making the absolutely necessary dietary changes so I can hopefully finally (and fully) recover. Uxà{ When you are finished with the newspaper, please recycle it. Thanks!
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Alix Coming Events 3rd Annual 10K for Kids around Alix and Alix Lake, Saturday, June 15, start 1:00 at the Museum. Proceeds to the Alberta Children’s Hospital. $20 entry fee payable that day. Pledge sheets available. For more info, contact Meagan Meehan 403-788-3878. Alix Village Wide Garage Sale Saturday, June 15.
June, July, Aug meets Mondays Weigh in 8:30 am Meeting 9:00 am Alix United Church.
Waste Transfer Station (Dump) Hours Thurs., Fri., & Sat. 10:00 - 6:00 pm
Annual Stanton School potluck picnic and ball game Sunday June 30 @ 1pm. Bring a food dish to share and your bat and ball. Everyone is welcome! Lions Club Fill-a-Truck for Diabetes: date not set yet
Come Walk Among Us http://www.screencast.com/t/7KKa5eeouTbg on Saturday, June 15th in the Village of Alix. Experience history through the eyes of Irene Parlby of the “Famous Five” as she takes you on a guided tour of Main Street where you will meet other characters from the past. Registration – Alix Youth Centre 9:00 a.m. onward. 1st Walking Tour – 10:00 am 2nd Walking Tour
TOPS (Take Pounds Off Sensibly)
– 1:00 pm. Walking Tour, Pie/Beverage, Polo Game – Youth/Adults/Seniors - $30. Children 12 & Under - $20. More information: villageofalix.ca or boomtowntrail.com Or call Donna @ 403.747.2584
Alix Drop In Centre Everyone welcome!
Mon. - Sat. 1:30 - 4:30 pm
Alix Women’s Institute meets monthly. For meeting times, contact Gloria Coates 403-747-2214 or Debbie Domier 403-755-6050 To have a birthday, anniversary, or event added to the calendar, contact Beth 403-352-3837, email
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Come Walk Among Us Be part of a busy village in rural Alberta on a typical Saturday of days gone by as you Come Walk Among Us on Saturday, June 15th in the Village of Alix. Experience history through the eyes of Irene Parlby of the “Famous Five” as she takes you on a guided tour of Main Street where you will meet other characters from the past.
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Mingle with the farmers and artisans who have come to town to sell you their wares, to socialize and play. Participate in this unique period of our province’s heritage as you: enjoy homemade pie and delightful lunch options, watch butter and ice cream being made or see a carding and spinning demonstration at the museum, marvel at the antique cars and machinery, listen to live music, take a walk on the beautiful Alix Lake Nature Trail or go for a horse and wagon ride.
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Top off the day by watching “the sport of kings” – a polo game – as it was played here in the early 1900s.
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Bus transportation available from Red Deer. Camping Available. More information: villageofalix.ca or boomtowntrail.com Or call Donna @ 403.747.2584
ONLINE CATALOG http://alixpublic.prl.ab.ca Select Catalog. 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). PUBLIC ACCESS COMPUTERS which can be used free of charge. There is a fee for printouts. LIBRARY CARD $5 individual and $10 family. You can use your library card at virtually every public library in the province.
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Alix MAC School submitted by the staff of Alix MAC School BAND NOTES CONGRATULATIONS to the Junior and Senior Concert Bands who had amazing performances at the Grandview and Terrace Ridge Schools. Our audiences enjoyed our musical selections and showed their appreciation enthusiastically. Well done, band students!! Thank you to Jennifer Schmidt, Heather Parker, Beth Strochein and Caleb Henry for helping us transport/haul instruments and stands. A huge THANK YOU to Louie Humbke for transporting the Junior Band to Red Deer on the Chicken Louie Bus. It was such a treat to ride in style and have a trailer for the instruments. Thank you to the Alix community for your donations and continued support in keeping our band program strong - we appreciate your partnership! Mrs. JoAnne Henry - Band Director Career Centre The Career Centre is wrapping up for this school year and would ask that Grade 12 students applying for post-secondary in the fall please turn your scholarship package into the Career Centre ASAP. As well, work experience students need to get forms filled out and evaluations completed to receive credit for hours worked. See Mrs. Henry if you need paperwork. Thank you. Mrs. JoAnne Henry - Career Counselor Paddy was driving down the street in a sweat because he had an important meeting and couldn't find a parking place. Looking up to heaven he said, “Lord take pity on me. If you find me a parking place I will go Write-up & Photos courtesy of Elaine Meehan to Mass every Sunday for the rest of me life and give up me Irish Whiskey!” Alix Wagon Wheel Museum has a new display focusing on the Girl Miraculously, a parking place appeared. Guides who celebrate the 100th anniversary of their founding this year Paddy looked up again and said, “Never mind, I found one.” (above). -------------------------------------------------------------------There are two new "gentlemen" residing at the Alix Wagon Wheel Father Murphy walks into a pub in Donegal, and asks the first man he Museum now. One is wearing a soldier's uniform and living in the Memeets, Do you want to go to heaven?' morial Room. The other, wearing an Alix team uniform from bygone The man said, 'I do, Father.' days (below) lives in The priest said, 'Then stand over there against the wall.' the Sports Display. Then the priest asked the second man, 'Do you want to go to heaven?' Please visit them 'Certainly, Father,' the man replied. both. 'Then stand over there against the wall,' said the priest. Then Father Murphy walked up to O'Toole and asked, 'Do you want to go to heaven?' O'Toole said, 'No, I don't Father.' The priest said, 'I don't believe this. You mean to tell me that when you die you don't want to go to heaven?' owned O'Toole Locally said, 'Oh, when&I operated die , yes. I thought you were getting a group together to go right Well Drilling, Pumps & Repairs now.' -------------------------------------------------------Paddy was in New York patiently waiting and watching the traffic cop on a busy street crossing. The cop stopped the flow of traffic and shouted, 'Okay, pedestrians.' Then he'd allow the traffic to pass. He'd done this several times, and Paddy still stood on the sidewalk. After the cop had shouted, 'Pedestrians!' for the tenth time, Paddy went over to him and said, 'Is itOwners not abouthelping time ye homeowners let the Catholics Home 30 years experience in Central Alberta across?' - source unknown
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Alix Community Organizations Alix Agricultural Society Wanda McKendrick 403-788-2274 Alix & District Chamber of Commerce Catherine Hepburn 403-747-2444 Alix Curling Club Holly Buelow 403-747-2891 Alix Family, Community & Support Society Beth Williams 403-307-2332 Alix Figure Skating Club Alix Fire Department Hunter Warford 403-391-0796 Alix Food Bank Eve Keates 403-747-3119 Alix Girl Guide Groups Gale Richardson 403-788-3835 Alix Lions Club Curt Peterson 403-747-2584 Alix MAC School Rod Phillips 403-747-2778 Alix Minor Hockey Callie Sauer 403-505-0639 Alix/Mirror TOPS Della Mae Thull 403-747-3354 Alix Playground Society Darlene Tucker 403-747-3129 Alix Preschool Jill Hillman 403-747-2099 Alix Public Library Beth Richardson 403-747-3233 Alix Recreation CoraLee Brookes 403-747-2495 Alix Trophy Club Tim Docherty 403-741-6899 Alix Village Shoppe Nancy 403-747-2297 Peggy 403-788-3993 Alix Wagon Wheel Museum Eve Keates 403-747-3119 Alix Youth Centre CoraLee Brookes 403-318-4520 ANTS (Alix Nature Trail Society) Arlene Nelson 403-754-6551 Carroll Club Lillian Fair 403-747-2974 Citizens on Patrol June Churchley 403-747-2455 Communities in Bloom Linda Walker 403-747-2125 Community Services Board Glenna Carlson 403-747-2031 1st Parlby Creek Scouts are inactive for the 2012/2013 Scouting Year. Please contact Willem Huyssoon at 403-704-5720 or email
[email protected] if interested in the 2013/14 Scouting Program. Haunted Lakes Golf Club Haunted Lakes Pony Club Karen Sorensen Parelli Natural Horsemanship Group Wanda McKendrick Ripley Community Hall Connie Barritt Stanton Community Hall Mel McBride Time for Tots Bonnie Dubeau United Church Women Women’s Institute
Jean McDermand Gloria Coates Debbie Domier
403-747-2330 403-742-8719 403-788-2274 403-747-2217 403-747-2220 403-747-2888 403-598-3782 403-747-2347 403-747-2214 403-755-6050
Alix Lions Club Update Submitted by Lion Mary Flexhaug We encourage service minded people to join our team of volunteers to make all things possible. We need you and your ideas. Please contact President Curt Peterson, 403 747 2584, or Mary Flexhaug, 403 747 3167, who can also put you in touch with any of our Lions members. for more information. The Lions Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, fellowship at 6:30 followed by meeting at 7:00. No meetings during July and August. We welcome guests at any meeting, call Curt Peterson 403-747-2584.
Caring Community Happenings What a beautiful day it is. I love the sunshine and warm weather. I don't like to complain, but go away wind. Had a great holiday, but came home sick. The final term for preschool has started. If you wish to register your child for this short term contact Jill @ 403 588 5199. Time for Tots is a great place to meet moms and kids. They run every Wed. morning. For more info call Bonnie @403-747-2888 We are always looking for volunteers. Call Glenna Carlson for more information and to answer any questions you may have.
Monday to Thursday 8:00-12:30 pm 403-747-2031 www.alixfcss.ca
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Hi, Happy SpringMy from the laThe View From Window
By (Peeping) Thomasina dies at the Village Shoppe. Lots of new spring and summer arrivals! We'd like to let everyone know that for the summer we have to close on Wednesdays due to lack of staff. We'll be back in full force in September. We sure appreciate all the donations people bring us. The children and young people of Alix and surrounding area all benefit greatly. Stop in...the coffee is always on. - submitted by Nancy Boesch
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The Alix Lions Club has provided a sponsorship to SummerscapesTeen Artists in Residence Summer Workshop in Visual Arts at Red Deer College this upcoming August. Mary Flexhaug, Secretary of the Alix Lions Club is presenting the sponsorship cheque to McKinley Lafontaine.
Featuring Alix & District Chamber of Commerce Member...
Courtesy of Samantha Lafontaine
Become an Alix & District Chamber member today! Contact: Beth Richardson 403-352-3837 or email
[email protected] Going local…means nurturing locally owned businesses which use local resources sustainably, employ local workers at decent wages and serve primarily local consumers...Control moves… back into the community where it belongs. - Michael H. Shuman
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Village of Alix Council Minutes Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Alix Council, held on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at 7:00 P.M. in the Village of Alix Council Chambers. Present:
Mayor Curt Peterson, Councillors Chelsea Berreth, Gordon Christensen and Rob Fehr.
Also Present:
Lyle Wack, Chief Administrative Officer Bonnie Cretzman, Assistant Chief Administrative Officer CoraLee Brookes, Recreation Coordinator.
Call to Order:
Resolution #119/13:
Moved by Councillor Berreth that the Village of Alix Council give permission for third and final reading of Bylaw #410/13 on this day. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Resolution #120/13:
Moved by Councillor Christensen that the Village of Alix Council give third and final reading to Bylaw #410/13. CARRIED
Resolution #121/13:
c) Hwy 12/21 Outstanding Accounts Receivable Moved by Councillor Fehr that the Village of Alix Council will not pay the Hwy 12/21 Regional Water Services Commission’s interest penalties outstanding. CARRIED
Mayor Peterson called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
Amendments /Deletions to Agenda: Mayor Peterson called for amendments to the agenda.
Committee Reports:
a) Mayor Peterson – None b) Deputy Mayor Fehr – Royal Canadian Mounted Police c) Councillor Berreth – Alix Playground Society d) Councillor Christensen – None
Resolution #122/13:
Moved by Councillor Christensen that the Village of Alix Council accept the Committee Reports as presented. CARRIED
Correspondence:
a) Lacombe Regional Fire Service-2012 Review Engagement Report
Resolution #123/13:
Moved by Councillor Berreth that the Village of Alix Council accept Correspondence item (a) for information. CARRIED
Approval of Agenda: Resolution #111/13: Add:
Moved by Councillor Christensen that the agenda be accepted with the following amendment: Committee Reports - Councillor Fehr - RCMP -Councillor Berreth - Playground Society CARRIED
Minutes:
a) Regular Meeting – April 17, 2013
Resolution #112/13:
Moved by Councillor Berreth that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Alix Council, held on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 be accepted as presented. CARRIED
Financial:
Chief Administrative Officer’s Report:
a) Accounts Payable – April 17, 18, & 25, 2013 Resolution #124/13:
Resolution #113/13:
Moved by Councillor Fehr that the Accounts Payable dated April 17, 18 and 25, 2013, cheques numbered 20130319 to 20130350 in the amount of $124,152.03 be accepted as information. CARRIED
Resolution#114/13:
Moved by Councillor Christensen that the Village of Alix Council accept the Public Works Report as presented. CARRIED
Recreation Department Report: Resolution #115/13:
Moved by Councillor Fehr that the Village of Alix Council accept the Recreation Department Report as presented. CARRIED
Business Arising from the Minutes: None. Unfinished Business:
None.
New Business:
a) 2013 Operating and Capital Budget
Resolution #116/13:
Moved by Councillor Berreth that the Village of Alix Council approve the 2013 Operating and Capital Budget as presented. CARRIED b) Bylaw # 410/13- 2013 Mill Rate Bylaw
Resolution #117/13:
Resolution #118/13:
Adjournment: Resolution #125/13:
Public Works Report:
Moved by Councillor Christensen that the Village of Alix Council give first reading to Bylaw #410/13 being a bylaw to set the 2013 Mill Rate. CARRIED Moved by Councillor Fehr that the Village of Alix Council give second reading to Bylaw #410/13. CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Berreth that the Village of Alix Council accept the Chief Administrative Officer’s Report as presented. CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Christensen that this regular meeting of the Village of Alix Council be adjourned at 9:00 P.M. CARRIED
Village of Alix Employment Opportunity Summer Temporary staff (2 positions) Starting end of June-August 2013 Duties: Equipment operation & other PW general duties Qualifications: • Valid class 5 Alberta Drivers License • Ability to work independently when required • Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position The position requires the incumbent to work a 40 hour week Closing date: open until suitable candidates hired Please submit your resume & covering letter via Mail, Fax or Email to: Village of Alix, Box 87, Alix, T0C 0B0 ATTN: Assistant CAO Email:
[email protected] All applicants are thanked for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please
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Western Financial Group Employees Walk to Support Clive and Alix Clive and Alix employees began 5 km walk at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 to raise money for communities Western serves On Wednesday, May 29, 2013, Western Financial Group’s (Western) Clive and Alix employees joined approximately 1,600 of their colleagues across Western Canada at 10 a.m. to participate in a 5 km walk to raise money for community projects, bursaries, public health and more through Support The Cause Day. This year will mark the ninth edition of Western’s Support The Cause Day walk, which in total has raised more than $426,000 for the Western Communities Foundation, a non-profit organization that gives back to the communities that have Western branches. “The Western Communities Foundation has provided donations toward arena renovations, bursaries, an Automated External Defibrillator and more in Clive and Alix,” said Margaret Williams, Western Financial Group branch manager in Clive, Alix and Bashaw. “We are proud to support our community by participating in Support The Cause Day.” The Foundation’s annual Support The Cause Day walk will begin at each local Western branch and business office. All participating employees will wear a bright red Support The Cause T-shirt. Money raised from Support The Cause Day goes toward community infrastructure grants, student bursaries and other worthwhile endeavours that support public health, recreation and education in communities Western serves. “Last year, Support The Cause Day raised nearly $90,000 for the Western Communities Foundation,” said John Jenner, vice-president of marketing and communications at Western Financial Group and executive director of the Western Communities Foundation. “This year, we hope to surpass last year’s total. All the money we raise we will in turn give back to communities across Western Canada.”
The Chautauqua A9 nestling at Ellis Bird Farm in 2011. A geolocator was attached on June 13, 2012 and she was recaptured on May 15, 2013. The geolocator was sent to Dr Kevin Fraser of York University, who analyzed the data. Martin #125 bird traveled 21,000 km over spring and fall migration. This is the longest migration distance that York University has ever tracked a Purple Martin (the average annual distance for previously tracked birds is about 14,000 km). Alberta martins breed further north than other birds that have been tracked, so it was expected that they would have a longer migration distance. But until now, no one knew where their wintering sites are located. Female #125 had three different wintering roosts in the state of Para, Brazil. She did not overwinter in the heart of the Amazon where other eastern martins have been tracked to, but rather she chose areas further east where there is more agricultural development. Later in the winter, she roosted near to the Atlantic coast. This is also where she began her spring journey, making her spring migration distance very long (about 10,200 km). If one adds the distance traveled between wintering roosts, this bird logged an impressive 22,300 km over the course of the year! For spring migration, #125 left what seems quite late on April 25 but rocketed all the way back to Ellis Bird Farm in just 21 days! Her average flight speed was 600 km a day. She made a four-day stop near the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula before making a direct crossing of the gulf. She also crossed the gulf on fall migration. Her fall migration was much longer, totaling 75 days. Contributing to this longer duration was a 28 day stop in Belize. Some other martins have similar long stops in this region and through our analysis of feather samples, York University researchers are hoping to be able to determine if this is an important area for moult. A map showing the migration route and overwintering locations of #125 is below. Map courtesy of York University.
To help raise money, Western donates $50 per participating employee which is topped up by pledges employees personally gather from members of their community. All the money donated by Western and gathered by employees goes to the Western Communities Foundation. Individuals can make donations online toward Support The Cause Day by visiting www.supportthecause.ca. The Western Communities Foundation was founded by Western Financial Group in 2001 as a non-profit organization under the Income Tax Act of Canada (Registration #87030 2619 RR0001). Western Financial Group is a western Canada based, diversified, financial services company serving more than 600,000 customers. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in High River, Alberta, Western provides insurance services through more than 120 office locations and the Internet (www.westernfinancialgroup.ca). With a skilled team of approximately 1,600 employees, and backed by the strong resources of its owners, Western is committed to building the strongest financial services company in Western Canada.
First Tracked Purple Martin in Alberta! by Myrna Pearman Ellis Bird Farm is pleased to announce that data have been summarized from the first Purple Martin in Alberta to be tracked using light level geolocators. This first bird, a two-year old female, was banded as a Alix, Bashaw, Clive, Delburne, Donalda, Elnora, Erskine, Forestburg, Haynes, Lousana, Mirror, Pine Lake, Tees & Trochu
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Clive Community Focus
Tees 50+ meet Tuesday afternoons at 1:30 pm at the Tees Hall.
Submitted by the Valley Spotlight staff
Tees Agricultural meetings 2nd Tuesday of the month 8 pm Tees Hall.
Clive and Area Cultural Historical Foundation Annual General Meeting Tuesday, June 11 at 7:00 pm at the Community Building across from the United Church. Everyone welcome to attend.
For bookings of the Tees Hall, Annex or Rodeo Grounds call Nicole Dunham 403-784-3427. 1st Parlby Creek Scouts are inactive for the 2012/2013 Scouting Year. Please contact Willem Huyssoon at 403-704-5720 or email
[email protected] if interested in the 2013/14 Scouting Program. Tees 4-H Wranglers meetings are at the Tees Hall the first Friday of every month at 6:30 pm. and ride at the arena every other Sunday Come create with the Parlby Creek Brushkateers No experience necessary - any medium. Info: Irene 403-747-3556 or Dot 403-784-2286.
Sargent District Events By Marie Payne July 1 Canada Day Picnic 2pm enjoy the afternoon visiting and stay for a pot luck BarBQ (bring your own meat and salad or dessert to share) September 28 Fall breakfast 9am Notices of events can be forwarded to Marie Payne 403 784-3444.
Haynes Happenings Family BBQ on June 22 from 3 - 8 pm. Turkey Supper October 23 at 5 pm. Halloween Dance October 26 at 8 pm.
Hall Rentals - call Mike 403-391-3546 Haynes Community Church Service & Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Mac Parker 403-784-3078.
Clive Annual Sports Day June 15. • Pancake Breakfast 8 - 11 am at Clive Hall (hosted by Lions Club) • Parade line up 10:00 am at the Seed Cleaning Plant • Parade 11:00 am • Sports Day events noon - 4 pm: soccer tournament, ball games, children activities at the ball diamonds • Concession available hosted by Clive Minor Ball • Pies and coffee hosted by the Sargent Ladies • Silent Auction 1 - 3:30 pm at Clive Hall (proceeds to new Hall, to donate to the auction call Bev 403-7843964 or 403-3489469) • Rib Supper 5 - 6:30 pm at Clive Hall (hosted by Neighbourhood Place) • Movie Night at the Hall 7 pm. Oz the Great and the Powerful 3rd Annual Valley City Fun Run Antique & Custom Car Cruise June 15. Starts at Valley City Sales at 12 noon. Come prepared to drive 3 hours and have a look at the historic cars. Phone Lyle 403-784-0009 for more information. Fathers Day Service in the park Sunday, June 16 at 10:30 am. Organized by the Clive Churches. In case of bad weather, the service will take place at the Baptist Church. Clive Minor Hockey is currently accepting early registration for the 2013/2014 hockey season. We are offering a reduced rate for early registration, as well as half price for kids who have never played hockey that live within Clive Minor Hockey boundaries. For an application form, or if you have any questions, please contact Laurel at
[email protected] or 403-784-4448. Clive Minor Hockey is looking for individuals who would be interested in coaching our Pee Wee, Bantam, and Midget teams. Hockey knowledge and a strong commitment to the team is required. Please contact Ryan at 403-318-5983 if interested. Girl Guides if you are interested in being a leader and/or having your girls join a group in Clive, please contact Amanda Scott
[email protected]. Programs for all age levels will be offered at the same time. Clive Library programs: Friday Night Movies: 2nd Friday of the month. A FREE movie at Clive Community Hall. Concession on site. Story Time: Tuesday 11 - 11:30 After School Arts & Crafts: Thursday 3:30 - 4:30 pm. Board Game Fridays: 1:00 - 4:00 pm. Watch for information on upcoming workshops and events. Rooster’s Roadhouse: Bingo Wednesday and Friday Steak Night Grill your own steak from 5 - 10 pm every Friday.
Are you over 50? Come have some fun with the Clive Seniors every Monday at the Meeting Room in Clive at 1:30 pm. Floor curling, carpet bowling, cards, visiting, coffee and lunch. Don’t miss out! Contact Al Street for more information 403-784-3884 Clive Youth Centre is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 - 9 pm. All ages welcome. Contact Sonia at 403-877-8225 or Wanda at 403754-5695. Clive Community Building (behind Rooster’s) is available for small meetings or sports/event registrations. The space is small but is suitable for any club or group that requires a meeting space.
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The Chautauqua A11 Website: www.clive.ca Council meetings are the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month at 6:00 pm at the Town Office. Community Sign (Hwy 12) to have an event added contact Michelle at ATB
Block Parents contact Tara Breitkreuz 403-784-2452 for more details. Chatelaine Club (Westling) meets 3rd Tues. @ 7:30, Westling Hall, Margaret Ronald 403-784-3621 Clive Ag Society meets every third Thursday at the Clive Arena. President is Ryan Ronald 403-784-2995. Clive Baptist Church Kids’ worship (age 5 to gr. 6) at 10 am. Sunday School (Jr., Sr. high and adult) 10 am. Regular worship service at 11 am. Children’s Church (ages 2 - gr. 2) at 11 am. Youth - Friday nights at 7:00 pm. Ron Orr 403-784-3335. Clive Christian Fellowship for Sunday School times and information contact Pastor Rowland at 403-784-3141.
1st Parlby Creek Scouts are inactive for the 2012/2013 Scouting Year. Please contact Willem Huyssoon at 403-704-5720 or email
[email protected] if interested in the 2013/14 Scouting Program. Fitness Facility in Clive in the Clive Hardware Building (5906 50 St). Contact Dawn for membership information and hours of operation, at 403-506-5935. Greyhound Agency is available at Clive Village Foods to meet your freight and travel needs. Lutheran Church services will be held at 10 am. Regular Sunday School at 10 am. For further information contact Sven Gustafsson 403784-3604. Neighborhood Revitalization Association (NRA). If you have any questions, or need information on this association, please call Louise at 403-784-3414.
Clive Community Hall Tracy Hallman 403-784-2156 POP Parents of Preschoolers Playgroup facilitator Shelley Pelletier Clive Curling Club Bev Krochak 403-784-3964 Clive and District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Wanda Wagner, Clive FCSS Outreach Coordinator, Office phone: (403) 754-5695 e-mail:
[email protected]
Tees-Clive TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Club meetings every Thursday at 9 a.m. at Clive Christian Fellowship Church. Contact Annita Cole at 403-784-3389. New members always welcome. Westling Hall Lisa Bierens 403-784-2574
Clive Fire Dept. is looking for new members. If you would like to develop skills in this field, call the village office. Contact: Monte Zaytsoff 403-784-3997. Clive Historical Society Louise Bell 403-784-3414 Clive Lions Club meets 2nd and 4th Wed. of the month, 7:30 at Clive Community Hall. Clive Meeting Room Anita Gillard 403-784-3987 Clive Multi 4-H Arleen Henderson at 780-372-4245 Clive Public Library Sandra Ward 403-784-3131 (Located below Village Office) Tuesday 12:30 - 7:30 pm Wednesday 10:00 - 4:30 pm Thursday 10:00 - 4:30 pm
It Pays to Advertise A lion met a tiger as they drank beside a pool Said the tiger, “Tell me why you’re always roaring like a fool?” “That’s not foolish,” said the lion with a twinkle in his eye. “They call me King of all the beasts, it pays to advertise!” A rabbit heard them talking and ran home like a streak, He thought he’d try the lion’s plan, but all he did was squeak! A fox came to investigate and had dinner in the woods – The Moral is “Never advertise unless you’ve got the goods!” - Rulon Hillam
To advertise in the Chautauqua call 403-352-3837 or email
[email protected]
Clive School Principal: Corrine Thorsteinson http://clive.wolfcreek.ab.ca/ Clive Seniors Circle Join them on Monday afternoons at 1:30 pm for friendship, floor curling, shuffle board, pool, cards or carpet bowling. All activities are at the Meeting Room. Contact Albert Wagner for more information at 403-782-2409. Clive Skating Club 403-784-2019 Clive/Tees Neighbourhood Place Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9:00 - 4:00 pm. Call 403-784-5696. Clive United Church worship service at 10:00 am. Contact Shealagh McClelland 403-782-3147. Clive Village Office 403-784-3366 Mayor: Anita Gillard Deputy Mayor: Luci Henry Councilors: Bev Krochak, Tammy Gladue, Dan Graden
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Village of Clive Council Minutes * Mayor Gillard - RCMP Community Office Opening, Lacombe Regional Fire Service Association
Minutes of a Regular Meeting of the Council of the Village of Clive, Province of Alberta, held on April 22, 2013 in the Village Office at 5:00 p.m. RC-13-98: Present:
Mayor Gillard, Councillors Henry, Krochak, Graden and Gladue and Acting CAO Carla Kenney
Meeting to Order:
Mayor Gillard brought the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
Agenda:
Additions: Deletions:
RC-13-90:
Moved by Councillor Gladue to approve the agenda as presented. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
Minutes: RC-13-91:
Moved by Councillor Henry to accept the Board Reports for information. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
Correspondence: RC-13-99:
Moved by Councillor Krochak that the in-office correspondence as listed on the agenda be received and filed. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
None None
Moved by Councillor Krochak to approve the minutes of the April 8, 2013 Regular Council Meeting as presented. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
Meeting Recessed:
Mayor Gillard recessed the meeting at 5:40 p.m.
Meeting Reconvened:
Mayor Gillard reconvened the meeting at 5:45 p.m., with all those previously in attendance.
Entered the Meeting:
The following members of the public entered at 5:45 p.m. B. Northcott, M. Glenn, A. Sayers, A. Blake, J. Blake, S. Gray, W. Wagner, L. Bell, and C. Law.
CAO Report: Late Arrival:
Councillor Graden entered the meeting at 5:15 p.m.
RC-13-92:
Moved by Councillor Henry to accept the CAO report for information. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
Appointment Neighbourhood Revitalization Association (NRA):
New Business: Clive Public Library Financial Statements: RC-13-93:
Utility Account Write-off: RC-13-94:
Clive Seniors Circle Request: RC-13-95:
Mirror Parade: RC-13-96:
Financial: RC-13-97:
Board Reports:
Moved by Councillor Graden to accept the Clive Public Library’s 2012 Statement of Receipts and Disbursements. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
Mayor Gillard indicated the community centre was an exciting project and was optimistic that the parties will be able to work together to bring the project to fruition. The Council will investigate further and respond to NRA’s proposal regarding ownership at a later date.
Moved by Councillor Krochak to authorize the write-off of the outstanding utility account in the amount of $491.62 at 5005 – 48th Street. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
Moved by Councillor Graden that administration advice the Seniors Circle that the Village of Clive is pleased to support the Seniors Circle by continuing the annual contribution of $500 and providing the Seniors’ liability and contents insurance. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
Moved by Councillor Gladue to authorize Mayor Gillard to represent Clive at the Mirror Victoria Day Parade on May 20, 2013. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY1. Accounts Payable: Moved by Councillor Henry to approve the Accounts Payable in the amount of $50,307.74, cheques number 11751 through 11779 inclusive. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLYCouncillors attended and reported on the following meetings. * Councillor Henry: - Volunteer Appreciation * Councillor Gladue - None * Councillor Krochak - FCSS, RCMP Community Office Opening * Councillor Graden - None
Louise Bell presented NRA’s Preliminary Proposal for a Community Centre in Clive. The NRA, Clive Neighbourhood Place, Clive Public Library, and Clive Historical Foundation have a vision to partner and provide a community complex that would better serve the needs of the total demographic of the area. The complex is planned to be self sustaining with rental space for offices and/or retail generating revenue. The NRA proposed that the ownership of this community complex be transferred to the Village of Clive when the building is complete and then operated by a board of directors.
Exited the Meeting:
All members of the public exited the meeting at 6:25 p.m.
Adjournment: RC-13-100:
Moved by Mayor Gillard to adjourn the meeting at 6:27 p.m. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
Grand Opening Lacombe County Trail on June 15th at 2:00 pm Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lacombe Research Centre
hosted by Lacombe County There will be a free BBQ, a few brief speeches and lots of time to enjoy the trail! We invite you to bring your family, friends and neighbours to enjoy the trail and the beauty it has to offer.
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Mirror Community Sunday, June 9 Breakfast at Mirror United Church at 9:00 am, followed by the service. Everyone welcome! (Note: date change) ______________________ The Guides are now selling the Spring Sandwich cookies for $5 a box. ______________________ Since pennies have been removed from circulation, Mirror Guides and Mirror United Church have joined together to help you dispose of all you have filling containers in your home, which we will put to good use to run our programs. Thanks for your support. ______________________ Jolly Seniors Coffee is on every weekday morning at the Friendly Inn Suppers - 2nd Wednesdays of each month @ 5:30 p.m. at the Friendly Inn. • Floor Curling held Thursdays at 1:00 pm at the Community Hall. • Pancake Breakfast - 2nd Sunday of the month. 9 - 1:00 p.m. @ the Jolly Seniors. • Birthdays celebrated the 4th Wednesday of each month. ________________ • •
Mirror Alliance Church Morning worship and Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Phone: 403-788-2204. For Youth Group times and ages, contact 403-788-2204 or check www.mirroralliancechurch.com. Mirror United Church Sunday services at 9:30 am with Sunday School for children of all ages. For information call Gale at 403-7883835. We extend a warm welcome to anyone who may be looking for a church home. There is a time for coffee & fellowship after the service. www.bmunitedchurch.com. email:
[email protected]
News from the Friends of the Mirror Library Society
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Mirror Seventh - Day Adventist Church (corner of 52 St & 51 Ave, north) Saturday Sabbath time: 10:00 am. Prayer Meeting: Winter: in homes. All are welcome to attend. Cliff Buelow 403-788-2296. Pastor Ron Henderson 403-755-1570; cell: 403-597-6053. Mirror Guiding groups meet Mondays after school at the United Church. Sparks ages 5 & 6 (ECS/Gr. 1) Brownies ages 7 & 8 (Gr. 2 & 3) Guides ages 9-11 (Gr. 4,5,6) Pathfinders ages 12– 14 (Gr. 7,8,9) Rangers ages 15+ (Gr. 10,11, 12) Join us for adventures, challenge, friendship, and fun! For information, please call Gale 403-788-3835. Leaders are needed! 1st Parlby Creek Scouts are inactive for the 2012/2013 Scouting Year. Please contact Willem Huyssoon at 403-704-5720 or email
[email protected] if interested in the 2013/14 Scouting Program. Rec. Society and Community Hall For information regarding meetings contact Margaret Wasylenko 403-788-3979. Community Hall rental: Lisa Hawksworth 403-788-3890.
Mirror Lumber & Farm Supply is starting to stock livestock and horse supplies. We have teamed up with Masterfeeds and Canadian Agri-Blend to provide minerals, supplements, agri-blocks and feed for sheep, goats, cattle, poultry, horses and other species. Come in and talk to Dean for all your livestock and pet needs.
Monday to Saturday 9 am to 5 pm call Dean at 403 788-2424 if you have any requests
News from the Friends of the Mirror Library Society
Submitted by Gale Richardson
Submitted by Laura Graham
THANK YOU to the many who attended and supported the Volunteer Appreciation Supper April 26, 2013. Our representatives, Blaine Calkins MP, Rod Fox MLA (above right), and county councilor Brenda Knight, were all in attendance, and brought greetings. Young and old, and those in between, enjoyed the entertainment of Ken Grambo, “The Singing Pastor.” (above left)
Coming Soon...“Puppet Tales” Family fun for everyone!
The following businesses and individuals are thanked for their generous donations to the Silent Auction: Alix Drugs IDA Community Futures East Parkland Country Pizza & Donair Kerry’s Mechanical Ltd. Messinger Meats Mirror Hardware & Lumber Tail Creek Greenhouse The Hair Stop Beth Richardson The tables were decorated with BoomTown Trail placemats and flowerpot centerpieces from Tail Creek Greenhouse, which were used for doorprizes. Everyone received a sticky note booklet and a doorprize. This volunteer event is made possible by grant funding from the Government of Alberta and Volunteer Alberta.
Kids and parents, grandkids and grandparents join the summer reading fun at Mirror Library. Wednesday, July 3, 10, 17 & 24, Wednesday, August 7,14, & 21 from 2 – 3 pm. Stories, activities, games and puppet making. Be part of the excitement in the finale puppet show on August 21. Register by phone 403788-3044 or email
[email protected] so we can be sure there are enough prizes for each of you every week. *These supplies are in short supply. If you have any of these, please bring them along. Clean plastic caps from jars and bottles Buttons of all sizes and kinds Yarn of any colour Empty cereal boxes Old clean single socks Paper towel & toilet paper rolls Join us Wednesdays from 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm Check out our new selection of books and movies High-speed Wi-Fi Internet. Thank you to Lacombe County. You can now connect to the world at Mirror Public Library.
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Happiness is not a state to arrive at, but a manner of traveling. - Margaret Lee Runbeck
Congratulations to the Bashaw Students who competed in the Area Track & Field competition in Camrose. Courtesy of Yvonne King
Courtesy of John MacKenzie Alix, Bashaw, Clive, Delburne, Donalda, Elnora, Erskine, Forestburg, Haynes, Lousana, Mirror, Pine Lake, Tees & Trochu
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Three in One in Three by Rev. Robin King Since it was Trinity Sunday recently, I thought I'd look up "The Trinity" on Wikipedia, just to see what it says. The Trinity's one of those church ideas that tends to scare people a little, I think, because it's a tricky concept to get our heads around. And we're always trying to explain things, aren't we? So Wikipedia says that "the Christian doctrine of the Trinity defines God as three divine persons or hypostases [their fundamental or underlying state]: the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit; 'one God in three persons.' The three persons are distinct, yet are one 'substance, essence or nature.' A nature is what one is, while a person is who one is." Right. Well, there you go. At least they go on to say that the Trinity "is considered to be a mystery of the Christian faith." Yes it is. And they go on to say a lot more. A lot. After all, we've been talking about this mystery for a long time. The word "trinity" isn't in the Bible. It wasn't even used until the third century. But it's the way we describe the relationship presented to us in Christian scripture, the relationship between God (the father), Jesus and the Holy Spirit. People wondered. We gave it a name. We've wondered more ever since. It's awfully hard to come up with something definitive that everyone can agree on. And right there is the problem. First of all, with all due respect to Wikipedia, trying to "define" God is limiting, to say the least. Second, our relationship with God is both personal and communal (i.e. there's even more relationships). That's a lot of unique and personal understanding to contend with and a lot of different contexts to take into consideration. So it's a good thing that we constantly revisit this wonder that is the Trinity. I believe that there is one God and we all come to that God in different ways. Not just through different faith traditions, but even within those faith traditions. Some people find the power of the Spirit to be their cornerstone, for example. Witness all of the people these days who describe themselves as "spiritual" but not belonging to any tradition or church. Or the "Pentecostal" tradition that emphasizes the power of the Spirit at work in the world. Or followers of Jesus, from those who follow the example of Jesus' life to those who look more to the atoning power of Jesus death or stress the need to receive "Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Saviour." Or those who look primarily to God as the creator, the power of the universe. See, I think that we all connect with God in these many ways and we each, perhaps, have a relationship that is most meaningful to us, or at least more meaningful in some contexts. But. We should also remember that each of these doesn't stand alone. In wondering at the immensity of the one God - can you really "define" God? - we can meet the life of Jesus, "the Word made flesh" (John 1:14), and the Holy Spirit that inspired and empowered the disciples at Pentecost (Acts 2). We've sought other ways to describe the "three that are one," mostly to address the gender issue. Creator, Redeemer, Sustainer is perhaps the best known of these. But, hang on, doesn't it seem like we've lost a little bit of the important relational nature of the original? Maybe Parent, Child and Love. Or Augustine's 4th century attempt of "Lover, Beloved and Love between." There are more. You might even have your own.
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Coming Events - Bashaw The Majestic Theatre Annual Flea Market Saturday, June 8, 2013 To rent tables - Contact Margaret Alexander 780-372-3965 Majestic Theatre 2nd Annual Show and Shine Saturday June 8/ 2013 Starts at noon. Contact Glenn Weins. Majestic Theatre Antique Market and Swap meet Saturday June 8, 2013 More information available later on these events. Medicine River Wildlife Centre and their owl Otis will be in Bashaw on June 13. 4 pm presentation at the library. CANCELLED: Bashaw Municipal Library Annual Father’s Day BBQ Breakfast Sunday, June 16. SCHULTZ HALL FIRST DAY of SUMMER BBQ Friday June 21st, 2013. Sponsored by Schultz Hall Club. Hamburgers and Smokies compliments of the Calumet Synergy Association. At Schultz Hal on Highway 53 (about 32 km east of Ponoka). Doors open at 5:30 P.M. BBQ at 6:00 P.M. No charge to attend but a potluck dish to share is welcomed. For more information: Larry @ 403 784-3437 or
[email protected] or Warren @ 780 372-2122 or
[email protected]. COME ONE, COME ALL FOR 1st DAY of SUMMER FUN: eating, fellowship, treasure hunt for the kids. Bashaw School • Elementary Talent Show at the United Church June 20th from 6 to 7:00 pm • Orientation for students entering grade one will be on Tuesday, June 25. Students will attend a regular day of grade one that day. • Last day of classes for Junior and Senior High students will be on Thursday, June 20. Exams will start • on June 21. Last day for Elementary will be Thursday, June 27. • Report Cards can be picked up at the school office Friday, June 28 until 12:00 noon. Remaining report cards will be mailed after 12. Battle River Bus Route: from Bashaw to Ferintosh, Edberg, New Norway, Duhamel (to Camrose/return). This project will be assessed for adaptations that need to be made. Congratulations to Bashaw Bus Society members who have taken the lead. This would not be possible without the vision and drive of each member of the society and a host of volunteers. Special thanks to Ed Schneider, long-time driver, Marianne Schroeder President, and other members. The bus (which is available to ALL age groups not just seniors). 780-372-3631 or Toll Free: 1-855-472-3631. Bashaw Adult Learning Courses contact Jackie 780-372-3648 for more information and to register. • Community Theatre please call for more information. Tag the Bag donate your refundable bottles, cans and milk cartons to the Bashaw non-profit group of your choice. Tag the bags and drop them off at the Community Donation bin at Bashaw Bottle Depot.
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Our Pharmacists are a valuable health resource. They will:
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Work with your physician to manage your medication Monitor your drug therapy Focus on positive health outcomes Answer all of your medication questions Identify treatment strategies Provide information and advice on healthy living
Flu Shots Now Available by Appointment
After all, it's a mystery.
Home Health Care Maybeline Cosmetics Greeting Cards Stationery and Magazines Lottery Tickets/Sales
OPEN: 9:00 to 5:30 Daily Closed Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays
Catalogue Agent Dry Cleaning Services
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of each month. For appointments, please call Camrose Public Health at 780-679-2980.
Bashaw Art Club meets at 10:00 a.m. Tuesdays above the Happy Gang Centre. Call 780372-4341.
Bethany Lifeline call 780-372-4074.
Bashaw Bottle Depot Thurs, Fri, Sat. 9:004:30 PM Bashaw Bus Society Shuttle Tuesday morning in town service. The bus still goes to Camrose the 2nd Monday and the 4th Friday of each month. The Bus is also available for Charter trips. Call 780-372-3631 Bashaw Community Church 11:00 am Sunday Service. Bible Study Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm. 5119 50 St (Main St). Contact Terry Peterman 780-372-2204. Bashaw Daycare Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 6 pm. 780-372-4074. Bashaw & District Chamber of Commerce Meets 1st Tuesday of the month in Bashaw from 1:00 - 2:00 pm. Watch for special announcements & location on our website www.enjoybashaw.com Email:
[email protected] Box 645 Bashaw, AB T0B 0H0 Phone 780372-3923. The Bashaw & District Food Bank located at Bashaw and District Support Services. Please call 780-372-4074 to have a hamper arranged. Bashaw & District Preschool 780-372-4074. Bashaw Elks meet 1st Wednesday of the month for a Dinner Meeting at 6:30 pm at the Bashaw Community Centre. (No meetings July and August). For more info contact Leon Braseth 780-372-4437. Bashaw Historical Society meeting the second Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Lutheran Church. Contact Pam at 780 372- 2031. Bashaw Home Support Program Routine housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry. For more information call BDSS at 780-372-4074. Bashaw Legion Wednesdays Tuesday 1st and 3rd Friday
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Bashaw Youth Centre open Tues - Fri 3 - 7 pm. Phone 780-372-4048.
Ellice Free Methodist Church 14 km west of Bashaw on #605 Services 11:00 am Sundays. Phone: 780-372-2402. Fire Department Meeting 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. Currently recruiting new volunteer firefighters. If you are interested, please contact Chief Ross Garbe at 780-781-8464. 4H Beef Club meets 1st Monday of the month at 7:00 pm. Contact Karen 780-877-2598. Happy Gang Seniors Centre Mondays 500 at 1:00 p.m. Hawaiian Hula lessons 11 - 11:45 am. Wednesdays 1st Wed Regular meeting at 1:30 p.m. Thursdays Crib at 1:00 p.m. Pool at 7:00 p.m. Sunday Canasta at 1:30 p.m. Everyone welcome to take part in activities. Membership $10.00 per year, new members welcome. Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Catholic Church Mass Time Bashaw Mass times: 1st Weekend of each Month, Mass will be celebrated on Sunday at 9:00 a.m., otherwise weekend Mass will be celebrated on Saturday evening at 6:00 p.m. Please call the Church office (780-372-3645) for updated Mass times. Ionic Fitness Centre (Co-Ed Gym) ACCESS CARD SYSTEM active 5:00 a.m. - midnight. 780-372-2030. Majestic Theatre meeting 4th Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm. Musical Jam sessions 1st Sunday of each month from 1 - 4 pm. Meals on Wheels call 780-372-4074. Now available , frozen meals for $7.00/meal. All meals made at the Golden Circle (Red Deer) & delivered frozen to BDSS Neighborhood Newcomers please call BDSS at 780-372-4074
Bingo at 7:30 pm. Community Darts 7 pm Cribbage at 7:00 pm
Bashaw Library (in the Community Centre) Library Hours: Monday 1:30 -4:30 pm, Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. 10 am 4:30 pm, closed for lunch 12:30 -1:30 pm, Sat. 10-noon, Free internet access, books, movies, & more! Bashaw Medical Clinic Call 780-372-3740 for clinic times. Bashaw Out of School Program Monday – Friday 7:00-8:30 am and 3:00-6:00 pm. Registration forms and information available by calling Rose or Colleen at BDSS 780-3724074 or 780-781-5971 Bashaw RCMP Victim Services Contact Constable Bethany Simpson 780-372-3793. Bashaw Skating Club Karen 780-372-2447. Bashaw Thrift Store Tuesday & Fridays. Please contact Joan at 780-372-3650.
Royal Purple Meeting 2nd Monday 7:30 pm St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (4 miles N of Bashaw on Hwy 21, 6 miles W on Hwy 53). 11:00 a.m. Sunday Service on the first and third Sundays. Phone 780 372-3845 (office) or 780 678-5330 (cell) TOPS Tuesday mornings at 10:45 am at the United Church. Louise Hogg at 780-372-3776. Town Council Meetings 1st & 3rd Tuesdays Town of Bashaw: www.townofbashaw.com United Church 11:00 am Sunday Service with Sunday School. Phone: 780-372-3891. Website: www.bmunitedchurch.com Email:
[email protected] Women’s Institute meetings 1st Wednesday of the month at 1:30 pm at the Community Centre. Contact: Flo Rider 403-883-2729. Zion Lutheran Church 9:30 am Sunday Service. Phone 780 372-3845 (office) or 780 678-5330 (cell)
Bashaw Well Child Clinics 3rd Wednesday
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Town of Bashaw Council Minutes Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held Tuesday, May 7, 2013 7:00 p.m. in the Town of Bashaw Council Chambers Present
Call to Order
Agenda Approval Res 108-2013
Mayor:
Penny Shantz
Councillors:
Bryan Gust Jason Olson Rob McDonald
Staff:
Rosemary Wittevrongel, CAO Murray Holroyd, Public Works Foreman
Public:
Merv and Sharon Gerber
parade. 4.
CAO Wittevrongel's report was presented to Council on the following: Administration/Operations • Town of Bashaw Beautification committee is organizing a Community Wide Pitch In on May 11, 2013 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. The committee looks forward to attendance by as many council members as possible and the Chamber is hosting a BBQ at the end of the event. • A group of Community members, including Council, staff, Ag. Society Rep, and business leaders will meet on May 6th at 10:00 am in the Town Office to plan for a Sports Days or Razzle Dazzle Days event in out community as the June rodeo event is not continuing. • Small Town Saturday Night was a resounding success, a special thank you to all of the community volunteers, school youth volunteers and participants, and in addition thank you to all of our Council members and all of our staff. • The Foreman and CAO have participated in two webinars, April 18, (1.5 hours through lunch) and April 29 (2 hours through lunch) around the new provincial and federal waste water reporting guidelines and reporting systems, set up and first reporting due by May 15th, 2013. • All 2013 Grant applications have been submitted to appropriate Government departments. • May 14, 2013 - meeting with CanPak regarding Garbage and Recycling agreement.
5.
Town Foreman Holroyd's report was presented to Council on various Town projects: Regional Line • May 7, 2013 - Operators meeting in New Norway to go over the operation of the line to New Norway. No information has been passed on as to when they expect to be on the line. Water • May 8, 2013 - Flushing of hydrants and water systems. This could be an issue if the regional line also plans on flushing at the same time. Projects • Lagoon berm project is underway with the draining of the pond where the berm is going to be re-shaped and membrane installed. The contractor is scheduled to start work on May 15, 2013 Streets • Street sweeping will be worked into our schedule as time permits. Spring Clean up • This is scheduled for the week of May 13-16, 2013. General • Will be short staffed as an employee is going off for another 4-6 weeks for surgery. K. Watt has been hired for the summer position.
Mayor Shantz called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. A.
AGENDA
1.
MOVED by Councillor McDonald to approve the May 7, 2013 agenda as presented. CARRIED Mr. and Mrs. Gerber entered the meeting at 7:21 p.m.
B.
DELEGATIONS Merv and Sharon Gerber presented their request to Council regarding the municipal access in front of their property at 5008-54 Avenue, and the issues with motor vehicles taking a short cut through the area. Council thanked Mr. and Mrs. Gerber for their presentation and they left at 7:22 p.m.
April 16, 2013
C.
MINUTES
1.
MOVED by Councillor Gust to accept the minutes of the April 16, 2013 Regular Meeting as presented. CARRIED
D.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
1.
Mayor Shantz presented a report on the following: • April 22, 2013 - Bashaw Youth Foundation - June 9, 2013 the Camrose Flying Club will be giving free plane rides to the youth group. • April 22, 2013 - Boom Town Trail AGM - Boom Town received funding of $100,000.00 • April 24, 2013 - Health and Wellness meeting regarding posting of Lab and X-Ray position. • April 26, 2013 - Highway 12/21 meeting. • April 29, 2013 - Health and Wellness, policy for addressing funding requests was discussed. • May 1, 2013 - Battle River Bus Society. • May 2, 2013 - RCMP Community Consultative Group in Donalda. • May 3, 2013 - Beautification Committee • May 6, 2013 - Meeting regarding Razzle Dazzle Days • May 6, 2013 - BARB meeting - pleased with number of ball teams, and budget is on track. • May 7, 2013 - Bashaw Chamber meeting.
Regular Meeting Minutes
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2.
3.
Councillor Gust presented the following: • April 26, 2013 - Highway 12/21 meeting - Alix attended the meeting and discussed invoicing issues. Line to New Norway and Duhamel will be operational on May 8, 2013, Edberg Council would like to meet with Bashaw Council to discuss timing issues for going on the regional line. • May 3, 2013 - Beautification Committee meeting, community Pitch-In this Saturday. Councillor Olson presented the following: • April 18, 2003 - REMSL meeting, met new Liaison officer and introduced him to all fire chiefs. • April 21, 2013 - Victim Services and Health and Wellness - Wellness Fair was well attended and received. • April 22, 2013 - Met with Fire Volunteers and Regional Fire Coordinator David Zayonce. • April 24, 2013 - BDSS Volunteer Lunch • April 27, 2013 - Small Town Saturday Night was wonderful. • May 7, 2013 - Chamber of Commerce meeting, firm up activities for Razzle Dazzle Days and discuss float for
Committee Reports Res 110-2013
MOVED by Councillor McDonald to accept Committee Reports D1 -D5 as presented. CARRIED
E.
BUSINESS
Traffic Issues Res 111-2013
1.
MOVED by Councillor Gust to place cement planters on the 50th Street side of Plan 429 HW, Block 1 to address the traffic issues at the site. CARRIED
2013 Operating &
2.
MOVED by Councillor Olson that the 2013 Operating and Capital Budgets be approved as presented. CARRIED
Capital Budget, Tax Rate By-Law 750-2013
Res 112-2013 2013 Operating & Capital Budget, Tax Rate By-Law 750-2013 1st Reading
MOVED by Councillor McDonald to give By-Law 750-2013, Tax Levy By-Law, a first reading. CARRIED
Res 113-2013 2013 Operating & Capital Budget, Tax Rate By-Law 750-2013 2nd Reading
MOVED by Councillor Olson to give By-Law 750-2013, Tax Levy By-Law, a second reading. CARRIED
Res 114-2013 2013 Operating & Capital Budget, Tax Rate By-Law 750-2013 Unanimous Consent
MOVED by Councillor Gust to give unanimous consent for a third reading of By-Law 750-2013, Tax Levy By-Law. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Res 115-2013
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2013 Operating & Capital Budget, Tax Rate By-Law 750-2013 3rd Reading
Adjourn Res 129-2013
Res 116-2013 3.
MOVED by Councillor Gust that the Town of Bashaw Council appoints Camrose County as their authority for weed inspection and enforcement as per the Weed Control Act Chapter W-5.1, including any amendments, additions or deletions thereto; mandating that a local authority shall appoint an inspector to enforce and monitor compliance with the Act within their municipality. CARRIED
Centennial Banners Res 118-2013
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MOVED by Councillor McDonald that the Town of Bashaw Council donates one Centennial Banner each for display to: Bashaw Town Office Bashaw Museum Bashaw Community Center Board Bashaw Tourist Booth Bashaw Agricultural Society and that the remaining 9 banners be sold on a first come first serve basis at $50.00 each and that funds generated be placed in the beautification reserve or historical museum reserve for future plaques. CARRIED
Notices of Public
5.
MOVED by Councillor Olson that the Town of Bashaw Council provides the following comment regarding By-Law 1283 to amend Land Use By-law No 1142 and Municipal Development Plan By-law 1052:
Weed Inspector Appt.
Friday, June 7, 2013
Res 117-2013
Hearing Camrose County By-Law 1283 & 1286
Res 119-2013
H.
ADJOURN
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MOVED by Councillor McDonald to adjourn at 9:16 p.m. CARRIED
That the existing yard site that has been in place at least 10 years is also outside the boundary of the Town of Bashaw IDP area. CARRIED Formalized Approval
6.
Street Closure April 27, 2013
Res 120-2013
Parade Invites Res 121-2013
MOVED by Councillor Gust that the Town of Bashaw Council grants permission to the Bashaw Creative Community Committee as per By-Law 644-2000 Section D5 to close down 52nd Street between 52nd and 53rd Avenue from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm on April 27, 2013 in order to provide safe access to the Bashaw School grounds for the families walking to the Family Festival Event from the Hall and Arena. CARRIED
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MOVED by Councillor McDonald that Clive Parade, June 15, 2013 be attended by Mayor Shantz and that regrets be sent to Mirror for the May 20, 2013 Victoria Day Parade. CARRIED
F.
INFORMATION
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A list of minutes and reports available to Council was circulated.
Information Res 122-2013
courtesy of Yvonne King
MOVED by Councillor McDonald to accept Information Item F1 to Council as presented. CARRIED G.
IN CAMERA
In Camera Res 123-2013
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MOVED by Councillor McDonald to proceed in camera at 8:45 p.m. CARRIED i) Audit Services Agreement ii) Munix Insurance Agreement iii) Personnel
Reconvene Res 124-2013
2.
MOVED by Councillor Olson to reconvene at 9:13 p.m. CARRIED
Legal - Agreement -
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MOVED by Councillor McDonald that the Town of Bashaw Council enters into a five year agreement with Gitzel Krejci Dand Peterson for the provision of audit services as presented. CARRIED
4.
MOVED by Councillor Gust that the Town of Bashaw Council authorize the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer to execute the MUNIX Amended and Restated Reciprocal Insurance Exchange Agreement. CARRIED
Res 127-2013
5.
MOVED by Councillor Olson to direct administration to revise the personnel policy, addressing leave for sick time and short term disability and bring a draft back to Council. CARRIED
Res 128-2013
6.
MOVED by Councillor Gust to invite Edberg Council and CAO to a supper meeting to discuss mutual issues. CARRIED
Audit Services
Res 125-2013
MUNIX Insurance
We are so very proud of all the Senior High students who participated in Track & Field. Good Luck to all those that got to advance on to Area Track & Field.
Agreement
Res 126-2013
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Friday, June 7, 2013
Village of Donalda Donalda School 100 Year Reunion June 29 & 30. If you are interested in serving on this planning committee, the next meeting is April 9 from 4:30—5:30 pm in the school library. Call Mary Mueller 403-883-2469 if you have old photos of school days gone by for the Facebook page. For more information call Don Seale at the school 403-883-2280. Show and Shine Saturday June 29, 2013 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. For more information please call: 403-883-2228 or 403-742-5758 Canada Day Celebration Sunday July 1, 2013. Come join the Celebration! Donalda Bench Fair August 10. Exhibits open and taking entries August 9. Start getting your entries ready! Megan Saum Horsemanship Clinics May 24 - 26, July 19 - 21, and the end of October. Contact Becky Clement at 403-883-2436
ABRA Barrel Racing 403-883-2824 Barb Bosch Donalda Animal Rescue 403-883-2521 403-883-2870 Donalda Arena & Equestrian Centre 403-883-2330 Jodi Blouin Donalda Beautification Initiative 403-883-2891 Beth Fulton Donalda Campground 403-883-2330 Jodi Blouin Donalda Cemetery Club 403-883-2377 Holly Komishke Donalda Community Arts Society 403-883-2255 Byron Norman Donalda Community Hall Available for rent 403-883-2330 Jodi Blouin Donalda Coulee Friendship Club 403-883-2555 Judy Dinsmore 403-883-2253 Darlene Tantrum Pancake Breakfast & Music Jam - 2nd Sunday of the month Bingo - 3rd Wednesday at 7:30 pm. Friendship Centre is available to rent, they also cater Donalda Curling Club 403-883-2824 Mike Mueller Mixed Curling League - December - March Donalda & District Ag Society 403-883-2330 Jodi Blouin Donalda & District Museum 403-883-2100 Donalda Equestrian Centre Indoor riding arena: 75 x 180 ft Outdoor riding arena: 300 x 300 ft Barrel Racing Jackpots - every Wednesday (403-883-2356) Arena is available for rent Donalda Library 403-883-2026 Donalda Light Riders 403-883-2436 Becky Clement Drill team rides - Monday nights (September - June) Trail rides all year Donalda Lutheran Churches 403-883-2025 Donalda & District Community Promotion Society 403-883-2891 Beth Fulton Donalda School 403-883-2280 Mr. John Thorn Donalda Ski Hill & Chalet 403-883-2330 Jodi Blouin
The Chautauqua A19 Donalda Volunteer Fire Department Fire Permits must be obtained from the County of Stettler. Use 911 for emergencies. Conference Room is available for Functions and/or meetings 403-883-2350 Frank Sutton Lyncot Ladies Club 403-883-0007 Carla Bakkers Metis Association 403-883-0005 Lorne & Barb Todd Over the Hill Trail Riders 403-742-4681 Ginger Novakowski Spruce Coulee Community Centre 403-883-2580 Fraser Beebee Village of Donalda 403-883-2345 Westwoods Community Centre 403-574-2116 Karen Williams ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
One must never live in the thick of thin things. Focus only on your priorities, those activities that are truly meaningful. Your life will be uncluttered, rewarding, and exceptionally peaceful. – Robin Sharma
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Friday, June 7, 2013 Saturday: 10 am - 1 pm To find out about our programs, new books, or to renew or request items online: http:// forestburglibrary.prl.ab.ca
Pleasington Historical Society Annual Church Service & Program Sunday, June 9 @ 2:00pm, Pot Luck Dinner to follow. Annual Clean Up is June 1 @ 9:00am, Coffee and goodies to follow. Alternate cleanup in case of weather June 5th The Arena Association is looking for volunteers to work a casino on June 21 & 22nd. Anyone interested should contact Brent Stenson at 780-582-3566. Forestburg Golf Club Tournament Dates: Men’s Open June 23rd Mixed open July 20th Senior’s Open August 12th Ladies Scramble August 18th Junior Open (18 & under) August 21st Senior’s Mixed Sept. 9th Battle River Cash Scramble October 12th & 13th Mud Bog date has been changed to SEPTEMBER 7th Men’s Senior Hockey The Forestburg Flyers are a new team that is in the East Central Senior Hockey League (this is a senior mens AA league similar to the BRHL). For more information Contact Nathan Lunty @ 780-582-7305 The Village will be rebuilding one of our playgrounds this year. We are looking for a group of parents and children to form a committee to decide which playground will be replaced and what equipment will be installed. The group will be supplied with a budget and will be responsible for reporting their decisions and progress to Council. Anyone interested in serving on this committee should contact the Village office.
FORESTBURG CLINIC Call 780-582-5185 for appointments Mon— Fri. Please confirm that your appointment is for Forestburg as the phone is call forwarded to Daysland clinic on days the Forestburg clinic is not open. WELL BABY CLINIC— Call 780-384-3652 for appt. FORESTBURG COMMUNITY CHURCH: Sundays 3 pm Associate Pastor Clint Mathies THE BRIDGE: Contemporary Worship Service at Forestburg Community Centre (lower level) 1st & 3rd Sun. 6 pm BETHEL UNITED: Sunday Services at 11:30 am until September 1, 2013 First Sunday of each month is communion Last Saturday of each month, the Men’s Breakfast (8:30 – 10:00 am.) Rev. Jope Langejans - 780-582-3796, e-mail albethucpersona.ca HOPE LUTHERAN: Worship 9:30 am Pastor Rick Laurendeau 780-582-3531 1st & 3rd Sundays - led by Colin Millang 2nd & 4th Sundays - led by Pastor Rick Curtain Call Community Theatre Contact: Roxie Wegenast 780-5832112 Diplomat Mine Museum Society Contact: Ryan Hunting 780-5823758 Forestburg Aquanauts Contact: Robin Hillman 780-582-2207 Forestburg Arena Association Contact: Brent Stenson 780-582-3566 Forestburg Art Club Contact: Val Vincett 780-583-3929 Forestburg Ceramics and/or Pottery Contact: Marj Lunty 780-5822250 Forestburg Community Centre Contact: Reta LeGear 780-582-3811 Forestburg Concert Series Contact: Jope Langejans 780-582-3952 Forestburg Curling Club Contact: Jeff Northey 780-582-3925 Forestburg Dance Society Contact: Linda Welsh 780-582-2408 Forestburg Figure Skating Club Contact: Nicole Streich 780-5822490 Forestburg Fossils Hockey Contact: Jeff Northey 780-582-3925 Forestburg Golf Club Contact: Don Lunty 780-582-2192
SOS (Service Options for Seniors) Donna Coombs Call 780-5823641 for questions or just come to the Golden Age Centre. Tuesdays: June 11, July 9, Aug. 13. The Forestburg Art Club Is proud to present: Kids Art Club every Tuesday from 3:30—5:00pm at the Art Club above the Fire Station. Junior and Senior High students only. Any questions contact Lori Trudeau 780-582-4111. GOOD GRIEF Bereavement Support Group at the Knox United Church, Killam Every Tuesday. To register, contact Helen Samm, Counsellor Flagstaff Family & Community Services (780)385-3976 email: counslertelus.net VMA Fitness Consulting A great place to start or continue your Fitness Commitment! Variety of Classes Offered Monday 7—8pm Stretch Only Tuesday & Thursday 7—8pm Wednesday & Friday 9—10am 10 Class Pass—$100, or Drop In —$12/class For more information 780-582-3800 Vickie Arksey
BINGO
Every Tuesday evening the Forestburg Community Centre. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Hosted by the Forestburg Lions Club
SENIORS
Looking for something to do? Try the Seniors Drop In Centre! Open Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Floor curling, cards, Pool, exercises, coffee
LIBRARY HOURS Ph. 780-582-4110 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 10 am—6 pm Thursday: 10 am—8 pm Alix, Bashaw, Clive, Delburne, Donalda, Elnora, Erskine, Forestburg, Haynes, Lousana, Mirror, Pine Lake, Tees & Trochu
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The Chautauqua A21 Adult Recreational Volleyball Contact Tracy Kozey 4037 4 9 - 3 1 8 1 . $5/month. Thurs., 7 to 9 pm at Delburne School, Large Gym
Anthony Henday Historical Society Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Museum; new members welcome. Ray at 403-749-3813. Can Skate, Seniors & Synchronized Skating or Keri 403-749-3112. Chamber of Commerce Contact Dave Grant at 403-749-2595 Citizens On Patrol (COPs) Volunteers are needed for one night a month, contact the Village Office if you are interested. Cowboy Church 2nd & last Wednesday of month, 7:00 pm Elnora Drop In. For more info call Mary Williams at 403-749-2047 Cumberland Hall to book the hall for your next gathering, please contact Ada & Gerry Linneberg at 403-749-2525. Delburne Ag Society 2nd Tuesday of the month. Contact Roberta Purdie 403-749-2700. Delburne Community Hall For bookings contact Shelly 403-749-2821 Delburne Curling Club Contact Louise Smith at 403-749-3898 Delburne Drop In Centre Play Crib on Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Potluck 2nd Friday at noon, before music and dance. Music & Dance 2nd, 4th & 5th Fri 1 - 4 p.m. General meetings 1st Monday after Crib at 4:30 p.m. Delburne 4-H Beef Club New members welcome. For information call Laura Biggs at 403-749-2665 . Delburne Gospel Church Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Weekly Home Bible Studies Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Call 403-749-2211 or 403-749-3708. Delburne Library Tuesday - Friday: 11:00 - 5:00 pm Saturday: 11:00 - 2:00 pm. Delburne & District Light Horse Association New members welcome. Cattle Penning Friday evenings start in June. Contact Darlene Schlag 403-749-3558/403-391-2731, or Peter van Elmpt (Pres) 403749-3279/403-318-4563 Delburne 4H Coal Trail Riders - New members welcome. For more information contact Susanne Widdecke 403-749-2731 Delburne Minor Hockey Meeting 1st Thursday of the month. Call Dale 403-749-3243 or Lisa at 403-749-3535. delburneminorhockey.com Delburne Neighborhood Place 403-749-3380. Coordinator: Jayne Harrison. Hours: Monday to Thursday 9:30 am - 3:30 pm,
Delburne United Church Worship service and Sunday School every Sunday at 11:15 a.m. For more info call Amy Mueller 403-749-3772 or Carol 403-749-3856 Economic Development Group Contact Karen 403-749-3606 ELKS meet 2nd Monday of the month at 8 pm sharp. Contact Roy Jamieson 403-749-2058 ELKS Senior Bus to Red Deer travels 2nd Thursday from Elk Haven. For more info contact Bob Manning at 403-749-3792. Family Community Support Services (FCSS) 403-749-3654. Family School Wellness worker Angela Gurski. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the school. For information call 403-749-3838 Footcare Clinic Located at Elk Haven Manor, Delburne One Monday per month. Please call Elnora HomeCare office for an appointment 403-773-3636. Great Bend Church of Christ Sunday mornings 10:15 a.m. Great Bend Ladies Aide Meet 3rd Wednesday of each month. New Members Welcome. Contact Blanche Wells at 403-749-2453. Great Bend Sewing Circle Meet 2nd Wednesday of month at Great Bend Church of Christ at 2 pm. Harvest Gym 403-749-3838. Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 am - 8:30 pm, Weekends/Holidays 9:00 am - 8:30 pm. Healthy Communities Initiative New members welcome! Call 403749-3380 for info. Junior Forest Wardens meet Thursdays at the Lousana Hall For more info contact Sharleen Klein at 403-749-2472. Lab Services Every Wednesday morning from 9-12 at the Elnora Health Center. To make an appointment call 403-773-3636. Ladies Auxiliary to the Legion Meet 2nd Saturday of the month at 1:30 pm. Jeanette 403-749-3787 or Flora 403-749-2080. New to Delburne Welcome package available at Neighbourhood Place. Overeaters Anonymous Tues. 1 & 7. Contact Marilyn 403-749-3949 The Royal Canadian Legion Open to the public Wed, Fri. and Sat. at 5:00 p.m. Hall Rental available. Delicious BBQs every 3rd Saturday! Meetings last Wednesday of the month. New members welcome. Contact John McLeod 403-749-2277. St Columba Anglican Church services are 10:30 a.m. every Sunday. The first Sunday of every month is Holy Communion with Rev. Edith Sandusky officiating. The following Sundays are morning prayers with a lay reader. Contact Jean Johnson @ 403-749-2411 School Council (PAC) Contact Tracy Jackson 403-749-3059.
Delburne Moms & Tots every Wednesday at Delburne United Church. Contact Linda Attfield at 403-304-4408 for information.
Village Office Hours Mon - Thurs 9 am – 4:30 pm (closed 12-1 pm), Fridays 9:00 - 12:00 pm CLOSED afternoon. Council meetings 2nd and 4th Mon. at 1 pm.
Delburne Pharmacist Services - Alix Drugs provides a full prescription service for customers. Shannon Glover is able to deliver to Delburne and area residents. Call 403-391-6775.
Advertising via Signs If you desire to have your event promoted on the highway and/or community signs, forward details to the Village Office in person or phone 403-749-3606.
Delburne Playschool Tuesday's and Thursday's from 9-11:30 in St. Michael's Catholic Church (basement). Call Jane 403-749-2048 or Jayne at 403-749-3059
Well-Baby Immunization Clinics 2nd and 4th Wednesday at Neighborhood Place by appt only, call Elnora CHC 403-773-3636.
Delburne Pottery Club Very active, fun club, full studio, reasonable rates. New members welcome! Call Norma 403-747-2926.
Wheels on Meals Hot meals delivered Mon-Wed-Fri at lunch time. Call 403-749-3654. Women’s Outreach and Central Alberta Women’s Shelter services Appointments available upon request. Please call 403-749-3380
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Upcoming Events Delburne Farmers’ Market Opening June 5th! Wednesdays • 4:00pm - 6:30pm • Delburne Community Hall. Vendor tables available - call Nora @ 403-749-3654. Village Wide Garage Sale, Shine & Show, Street Party, and Antique Auction on June 15th! Also get bathtubs ready for the BATHTUB RACES on that day as well -- open to everyone! No pedals & motors, manpower only! ANTIQUE AUCTION 4:00 P.M., Saturday June 15, 2013 at Delburne Drop-In Centre. To consign, or for more info, please contact: Terry Silbernagel (403) 318-5873 or Nora Smith (403) 358-4892. Delburne & District Lighthorse Association Participate in cattle penning Friday evenings (weather permitting) beginning June 7. Gymkhana events held in Delburne May 12, June 15, July 1, July 21 & Aug 17 (call for times) Annual Membership fee is 15 for an individual or $20 for a family. Riders fee of $5. For more info contact: Peter van Elmpt 403-749-3279 or 403-318-4563, Bonnie Stephenson 403-391-8602, or Darlene Schlag 403-749-3558 Interagency Meetings: October 22, 2013. October 2013 will be Municipal Elections. Immunizations 2nd & 4th Wed, 10 -12:30 Neighbourhood Place. Delburne has a junior firefighter program for 16-18 year olds who may be interested in a career as a firefighter or want to volunteer to help the community. What are you waiting for? Sign up today! You can pick up an information package and application at the Village Office. Feel free to follow us on Facebook & Twitter to find out what we are up to @ DelburneFireRescue
Friday, June 7, 2013
Delburne Centralized School Phone: 403-749-3838 Bell Times School Begins: Lunch: School Ends:
Website: www.delburneschool.ca
8:40am 11:40am-12:20pm 3:15pm
Chinook’s Edge is now accepting registrations for next Kindergarten year, and we look forward to welcoming Kindergarten students into our safe and caring school communities! To attend Kindergarten in August 2013, children must turn five years old by December 31, 2013 and a birth certificate will be required for registration. Accommodation may be made for four year-olds with special needs. There are no school fees for Kindergarten students in Chinook’s Edge School Division. Call Delburne Centralized School at 403-749-3838 for more information. We look forward to welcoming your child to Chinook’s Edge, Where Students Come First! Kids Club Back by popular demand, this Boys & Girls Club program will be held Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:30 pm at the Delburne Centralized School. Drop-off / Pick-up in common area by large gym. Cost: FREE! Harvest Gym Hours Monday-Friday Weekends/Holidays
7:30am-8:30pm 9:00am-8:30pm
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Delburne Municipal Library Located on Main Street 403-749-3848
Librarian: Judy Nicklom
Email address:
[email protected] Website: http://delburnelibrary.prl.ab.ca Tuesday - Friday: 11:00 - 5:00 pm. Saturday 11:00– 2:00 pm Don't forget Dad! We will be creating Father's Day cards and a gift for Dad, June 11th through the 15th, 2013. Watch for postings at the library. "Check out" our selection of Gardening/yard care, and outdoor project books. We have a Kobo Mini for loaning purposes. A small deposit will be required, and returned to the borrower upon return of the e-reader to Delburne municipal library. Please inquire at the library for additional information. Wireless Internet Access is available for the public, as well as printing, copying and faxing for a small fee.
Delburne Gospel Church Delburne Centennial Choir performance date is June 30th. If you wish to be part of this choir please contact Kendra Brown at 403-7492699. The last Sunday of every month we hold a Potbless following the service. If you would like to attend and need a ride please call prior to that Sunday and we will arrange transportation. Sun. 11:00am Morning Worship Service & Sunday School Wed. 1:30pm Weekly Home Bible Study If you have questions concerning our ministries, call (403) 749-2211 or (403) 749-3708. Alix, Bashaw, Clive, Delburne, Donalda, Elnora, Erskine, Forestburg, Haynes, Lousana, Mirror, Pine Lake, Tees & Trochu
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Delburne Community Engagement Site For more information please call Sheila at 403.749.3838 in Delburne.
[email protected] Please pre-register to guarantee a spot!!
Afternoon Sex Author Unknown The only way to pull off a Sunday afternoon "quickie" with their 8year-old son in the apartment was to send him out on the balcony with a Popsicle and tell him to report on all the neighborhood activities. "There's a car being towed from the parking lot," he shouted. He began his commentary as his parents put their plan into operation: "An ambulance just drove by!" "Looks like the Andersons have company," he called out. "Matt's riding a new bike!" "Looks like the Sanders are moving!" "Jason is on his skate board!" After a few moments he announced, "The Coopers are having sex!!" Startled, his mother and dad shot up in bed. Dad cautiously called out, "How do you know they're having sex?" "Jimmy Cooper is standing on his balcony with a Popsicle."
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Great Bend News Great Bend Church of Christ services are 10:15 a.m. every Sunday, with communion every Sunday. Ladies Bible Study is Mondays at 1:30 p.m. at the church. The Dorcas Sewing Circle ladies meet 2nd Wed. of each month at 2 p.m. at the church. All are welcome. For more info. contact: Verna at 403-749-2003 or Judy at 403-749-2000. For Hall information and bookings please contact Shelley Perry 403749-2821or Lynn Williams 403-749-2212.
Glennellen Community Centre Glenellen Community Center is available "'for rentals for family reunions, birthdays, courses, etc. It has been recently renovated when an addition was added. We're located on the corner of range road 254 and township road 360 near Pine Lake. The centre sits on a 2 acre site. On the grounds we have a ball diamond, picnic area with fire pit, and two horseshoe pits. We are wheelchair accessible and have two washrooms. For more info call...Michelle Koster 403-227-1521, Suzanne Hawkes 403-391-9021 or Sharon Dreeshen 403-598-4160
Pine Lake Happenings Pine Lake Mom’s & Tot’s Every other Thursday at the Pine Lake Hub. Contact Jayne at 403-749-3380 for information. Ghost Pine 40+ Club Potluck Supper and Meeting 1st Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Pine Lake Hub. Holy Trinity Church Service Sunday mornings 11:15 a.m. Pine Lake Hub Community Centre • Carpet Bowling 1st Tuesday of every month afternoon & evening, Mondays for the rest of the month. • General Meeting 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m.
Grow, Learn and Play Together in Delburne, Elnora, Lousana & Pine Lake 403.749.3838 or 403.505.4106 or
[email protected] SEEDS – Sharing, Exploring, Education, Discovering and Singing Story Bags Is a large cloth bag with a children’s book and lots of activities to bring reading to life. Books for Babies Is a program that encourages parents of infants between birth and 12 months to share books with their babies. Please call Sheila 403.749.3838 or 403.505.4106 or email:
[email protected] to reserve your seat.
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Elnora Coming Events The Village of Elnora is excited to launch our brand new website! Visit www.villageofelnora.com.
The Chautauqua A25 Elnora Pharmacy
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[email protected] Web: elnorapharmacy.com
Elnora & District Representative Lloyd Cheshire 403-773-3571
Elnora School: • Monday, June 24 - school-wide yearend celebration with Bouncers • Tuesday, June 25 - Gr. 5-8 community clean-up, free lunch provided. • Wednesday, June 26 - Students’ Union sponsored trip to the Three Hill Swimming Pool. Awards Night at 7:00 pm at the school gym. • Thursday, June 27 - last day of school and report cards. 11:00 am slideshow. Early dismissal at 1:00 pm.
Donald A. Westersund, B.Sc.Pharm. ‘68, M.Sc.Pmcol. 71 R.P.E.B.C. 73, Licensed Pharmaceutical Chemist Healthcare Professional Lic. Pesticide Vendor Res: 403 773 2426
The Elnora Museum if someone wants to make an appointment to see it, (Museum Tours) please call Pat Matthews at 403-7733937 or Louise Higginbottom at 403-773-3570. Quilting Tuesdays Elnora AG Building. Call Joan 403-773-3658 If you are interested in being part of a Citizens on Patrol (COP) program, contact Neighbourhood Place at 403-773-3171.
Elnora’s Community Garden will Grow! We are looking for volunteers to share their love and knowledge of gardening. Please stay tuned for more details. Please contact Davida, 403-773-3920 to partake in the growing.
The Elnora Car Wash and Coffee Corner. Closed Friday at 6 pm and Saturdays
Elnora Care and Share Pick-up or Drop-off new or gently used items of clothing, toys, books household items (please no furniture or electronics). McTurk Salon, for more info call Charlene 403-773-2223.
AA meetings Mondays in the Elnora Anglican Church basement at 8:30 pm. 1st Monday is open AA & Al-Anon meeting.
Founders Day celebrations in June.
Elnora Community Hall and Elnora Ag Centre, call Tammy Berglund at 403-443-9458
People's Golf for Cancer We have delivered all of the known invites. If we missed anyone, please call us at 403-773-3191. Supper invites will be on the bulletin board at Jewell's Grocery within the next week or so. Mark your calendars for our annual breakfast at the Legion on June 16. More details to come. 15th Annual Elnora Brahma Rama August 9 and 10th the Elnora Ag Society is once again hosting the Elnora Brahma Rama. We have many new faces this year which is promising to make this event the most exciting one yet. We welcome any and all ideas, volunteers & committee members; feel free to contact Catlin at 403-588-4346 or Shaelyn at 403-896-6844. Elnora Community Engagement Site Register with Davida
[email protected] 773·2376
or
403
ELNORA MUSEUM IS GETTING READY FOR FOUNDER’S DAY WITH A MEMBERSHIP DRIVE! A membership to the Elnora Museum will cost you ONLY $10.00 per year. Your yearly donation of $10.00 will go a long way towards helping us reach our goals for 2013. These goals include: • Putting gravel around the museum yard. [This would enable us to display farm equipment, etc.] • Painting the outside of our building. • Putting some money into the general upkeep of our museum building. Please help us to preserve our heritage with your membership and your name will be proudly displayed in our museum as a member. If you would like to see the work we are doing, donate items, or are interested in attending meetings, being on our executive, or helping us in any way please call: Pat Matthews 403-773-3937 Freda Cheek 403-773-3629 Louise Higginbottom 403-773-3570 Karen Richardson 403-773-3745 Please mail your $10.00 membership fee to: Elnora Museum Membership c/o Karen Richardson Box 648 Elnora, Alberta TOM 0Y0 THANK YOU FOR HELPING KEEP OUR STORIES ALIVE!
Buried Treasures: Vol. I and II available. Call Ellen 403-773-2127.
Ag Society meets 4th Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
Churches: Sunday mornings Anglican 1st Sunday is prayer with Lay reader at 10:30 3rd Sun. Holy Communion with Reverend Sandusky 10:30 United 11:30 am. Community Sunday School & Adult Bible Study Sundays 11:00 a.m., Elnora Drop-In Centre. Elks meet 1st Thursday at 8 p.m. Elnora Community Engagement Site at the Elnora School Mondays & Wednesdays. Call Rob Barratt 403-773-3180 Elnora Drop-In Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 1st Tuesday 1st Friday 2nd & last Wed. 1st & 3rd Wed. 1st & 3rd Friday 2nd & 4th Fridays
Shuffle Board & Crokinole 1:30 pm Whist 1:30 pm Cost $2 Carpet Bowling 2:00 pm Call Mary Logan 403-773-3133 for more info. Euchre 1:30 pm Meeting 10:00 am Potluck noon Cowboy Church 7:00 pm Call Mary Williams at 403-749-749-3589 Cowboy Church Bible Study 7:00 pm Call Mary Williams at 403-749-749-3589 Jam sessions Call 403-773-2265 for more info Tea & Visit
Elnora FCSS Contact 403-773-3920 Elnora 4-H Beef Club call Randy Armstrong & Rebecca Cunningham Elnora Garbage Pickup
Tuesday morning
Elnora Public Library: Wanda Strandquist, Library Manager Phone: 403-773-3966 Website: http://elnoralibrary.prl.ab.ca. Email:
[email protected]. Facebook: www.facebook.com/ElnoraPublicLibrary Mon & Wed 9:30 to 1:00 pm Thurs & Fri 3:00 to 8:00 pm
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Trochuof&Elnora Districtwill be The Village Immunizations 2nd & 4th Friday, 10 am-12:30, St. Mary’s celebrating “Founder Health Centre, Call 403-773-3636 Days”...100 Years! The Town website has several links at: http://www.town.trochu.ab.ca/
About that time the snake came out from under the sofa and the Emergency Medical Technician saw it and dropped his end of the stretcher.
AA Meeting Wednesdays 7:00 pm 403-442-2162 Why are we celebrating Founder Days? Communities In Bloom 1st Monday 7:00 pm @ Library 403-442-3173 Huxley 4H Beef Club 3rd Monday 7:30 pm 403-442-2052 The Elnora VillageAssociation Council proclaimed that7:30 Elnora founding in Huxley Community 1st Tuesday pm was 403-442-2678 1912 when the Grand Truck Railroad was built 7:30 through town site of Huxley United Church Women 2nd Thursday pm the 403-442-2340 Elnora. The village 2nd wasTuesday not incorporated 1929, so council decided Kneehill KidSport 7:30 pm until 403-443-0793 to celebrate Founder Days. Many of7:00 our community were elate St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary 3rdcitizens Tuesday pm 403-442-3130 with their decision,Sensibly as we want to Thursday honour and with our peers, Take Off Pounds every at celebrate 8:45 am 403-442-2447 who live nearLioness and far,Club and their children and Torrington 2nd Mondays 8:00grandchildren. pm 403-631-2236 Torrington Lion’s Club 1st & 3rd Monday’s 8:00 pm 403-631-2236 Mark your Tourism calendar, as we invite everyone to visit Elnora June 21, 22, Torrington Action Society 3rd Monday 7:00 pm 403-631& 23. 2255 Trochu Arboretum Society 4th Tuesday 403-442-2111 The tentative schedule of events is as Trochu Catholic Women’s League 4thfollows: Wednesday 403-442-3820 Trochu Chamber of Commerce 3rd Thursday 6:30 pm 403-442-2703 June 21,&2013 Trochu District Museum 3rd Thursday 7:30 pm 403-442-3935 • Welcome by Tuesday Mayor Aellen followed by a Jam Session and Dance, Trochu Elks 1st 8:00 pm 403-442-2572 and of course lots of visiting. Trochu Fire Department 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 403-442-2217 Trochu Library Board 1st Tuesday 403-442-2458 June 22,Lions 2013 2nd & 4th Mondays 403-442-3061 Trochu • Dignitaries Trochu Neighbourhood Place 3rd Monday 5:00 pm 403-442-2839 • Pancake Breakfast Trochu Royal Purple 2nd Tuesday 8:00 pm 403-442-2685 • Parade Ladies Club 1st Tuesday 403-631-2494 Wimborne • Concession Booth onFish the & grounds - 4 pm Wimborne & District Game12 Association 1st Wednesday 403• Afternoon Tea 631-2383 • Museum will be open • We have a Time Capsule from 1993 to open and if you are interested in putting something in the new time capsule, to be opened at a much later date, bring your items along. • School will be open for tours and groups may want pictures on the steps • Show and Shine • Roast Beef Supper • A night of four or five local groups to entertain us, which will be enjoyed by all.
He volunteered to capture the snake. He armed himself with a rolledup newspaper and began poking under the couch. Soon he decided it was gone and told the woman, who sat down on the sofa in relief.
Friday, June 21 - Sunday, June 23, 2013
June 23, 2013 • Pancake Breakfast • Non-denominational Church Service • And all too soon it is time to say goodbye until next time A couple in Texas had a lot of potted plants. During a recent cold spell, the wife was bringing a lot of them indoors to protect them from a possible freeze. It turned out that a little green garden grass snake was hidden in one of the plants and when it had warmed up, it slithered out and the wife saw it go under the sofa. She let out a very loud scream! The husband (who was taking a shower) ran out into the living room naked to see what the problem was. She told him there was a snake under the sofa. He got down on the floor on his hands and knees to look for it. About that time the family dog came and cold-nosed him on the behind. He thought the snake had bitten him, so he screamed and fell over on the floor. His wife thought he had a heart attack, so she covered him up, told him to lie still and called an ambulance. The attendants rushed in, wouldn't listen to his protests and loaded him on the stretcher and started carrying him out.
That's when the man broke his leg and why he is still in the hospital. The wife still had the problem of the snake in the house, so she called on a neighbor man.
But while relaxing, her hand dangled in between the cushions, where she felt the snake wriggling around. She screamed and fainted, the snake rushed back under the sofa. The neighbor man, seeing her lying there passed out, tried to use CPR to revive her. The neighbor's wife, who had just returned from shopping at the grocery store, saw her husband's mouth on the woman's mouth and slammed her husband in the back of the head with a bag of canned goods, knocking him out and cutting his scalp to a point where it needed stitches. The noise woke the woman from her dead faint and she saw her neighbor lying on the floor with his wife bending over him, so she assumed that he had been bitten by the snake. She went to the kitchen and got a small bottle of whiskey, and began pouring it down the man's throat. By now the police had arrived. They saw the unconscious man, smelled the whiskey, and assumed that a drunken fight had occurred. They were about to arrest them all, when the women tried to explain how it all happened over a little green snake. The police called an ambulance, which took away the neighbor and his sobbing wife. The little snake again crawled out from under the sofa. One of the policemen drew his gun and fired at it. He missed the snake and hit the leg of the end table. The table fell over and the lamp on it shattered and as the bulb broke it started a fire in the drapes. The other policeman tried to beat out the flames, and fell through the window into the yard on top of the family dog who startled, jumped out and raced into the street, where an oncoming car swerved to avoid it and smashed into the parked police car. Meanwhile, the burning drapes were seen by the neighbors who called the fire department. The firemen had started raising the fire truck ladder when they were halfway down the street. The rising ladder tore out the overhead wires and put out the electricity and disconnected the telephones in a tensquare city block area (but they did get the house fire out). Time passed! Both men were discharged from the hospital, the house was repaired, the dog came home, the police acquired a new car, and all was right with their world. A while later they were watching TV and the weatherman announced a cold snap for that night. The wife asked her husband if he thought they should bring in their plants for the night. That’s why he left her.
- Author Unknown
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in Vancouver, on July 12, 1986. She also visited Canada on other occasions.
Trochu Valley School: • A “Getting Ready for Kindergarten” session will be held for our 2013-2014 kindergarten students and parents in the Kindergarten room June 10th at 4:00 and 6:30. Students and their parents will learn about family activities that will help the child be ready for school in the fall. Each child will receive a “Welcome to Kindergarten” bag with magnetic letters and numbers, books, crayons, scissors, playdough and more! A special thanks to the Royal Purple for assisting with purchasing of these bags for our young learners. Your contribution in promoting good learning is truly appreciated. • Grade One students will be visiting Stephansson House, Markerville Creamery, and Hola School on Thursday, June 11th as they travel ‘back in time’ to experience what life was like in the “Olden Days.”. This trip connects nicely with the Social Curriculum as the students study early communities. • Retirement Tea in honor of Mrs. Debbie Hogg, Mrs. Ruth King & Mr. Kevin Kubinec Wednesday, June 26th from 3:00—5:00 pm at the Trochu Community Hall. You are all invited to attend this celebration of their many years of dedication and teaching at Trochu Valley School. Please plan to attend to help us give them a grand send off as they start the next chapter in their lives. • Trochu Valley Elementary Track & Fun Days Tuesday, June 25th—Grades 4, 5 & 6 In the Old School Yard Thursday, June 27th—Grades 1, 2 & 3 At the Lion’s Park • Report Cards: Elementary will be released at 3:25 pm on Thursday, June 27th. Any report cards not picked up Thursday can be picked up Friday, June 28th by noon. Junior /Senior High report cards will be available for pick up Friday, June 28th until noon. Please make arrangements for your child’s report cards to be picked up either by yourself, your child or a responsible adult . Report Cards will not be mailed home
My wife and I Put also awent to Vancouver the 1986 Expo to see The Spring into yourforFootprint Great Hall of Ramses II – but we did not see the Iron Lady!
Immunizations
The Globe writers wrote: ‘Sources familiar with the meetings say Lady Thatcher regaled Mr. Harper with stories of her years in power – from the Falkland War with Argentina to the miners’ strike that wracked Britain, to her experience working with former Primer Minister Brian Mulroney and Mr. Reagan.
2nd & 4th Friday, 10 am-12:30, St. Mary’s Health Centre, Call 403-773-3636
The Town website has several links at: http://www.town.trochu.ab.ca/ AA Meeting Wednesdays 7:00 pm 403-442-2162 Communities In Bloom 1st Monday 7:00 pm @ Library 403-442-3173 Huxley 4H Beef Club 3rd Monday 7:30 pm 403-442-2052 Huxley Community Association 1st Tuesday 7:30 pm 403-442-2678 Huxley United Church Women 2nd Thursday 7:30 pm 403-442-2340 Kneehill KidSport 2nd Tuesday 7:30 pm 403-443-0793 St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary 3rd Tuesday 7:00 pm 403-442-3130
Margaret Thatcher By Graham L. Harle As I was born in England, I feel that I must write something about the Iron Lady!
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However, we did get a copy of the Vancouver Sun on August 9, 1986 – onesimpleact.alberta.ca and there in the Vancouverwww.facebook.com/onesimpleactalberta Sun was a photo of the Iron Lady with Brian Mulroney! There also was a write up in the Vancouver Sun about the Coquihalla, a new road to the B.C. coast from Alberta. The Coquihalla was described as ‘an engineering triumph’ which was built in 20 months. A toll booth near Coquihalla Lakes collected $8 from those traveling on the new highway. Can Answers onquicker, page A31... Theyou newSpot routethe wasDifferences? so much straighter, much and it therefore was an economic triumph. Two years earlier it was a 20-mile-an-hour road in many places. But back to Margaret Thatcher. Primer Minister Stephen Harper and in the Globe and Mail of April 9, 2013 that: ‘The world has lost a giant among leaders.’ The writer of the column in the Globe goes on to say that the Iron Lady ‘ranks as a hero alongside U.S. President Ronald Reagan.’ Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird said in the Globe on April 9th that: ‘She was a conviction politician. And there’s not enough of those.’ Mr. Baird went on to say that Lady Thatcher was a ground breaker in reducing the role of the state by privatizing state entities and in confronting, rather than containing, the Soviet Union, which he credits with its fall. Future Prime Minister, Stephen Harper, recalls meeting Thatcher in London in 2006, and she provided him with ‘wise and gracious counsel…the memory of which I will forever cherish.’
The Canadian parliamentary secretary to the Minister of Transport – Pieffe Poilievre – is reported to have said Lady Thatcher’s impact on Canada stretches over decades – and that many of the policies she once defended in the face of great controversy are now routinely accepted. Prime Minister Stephan Harper said in Ottawa that he had met Thatcher some years ago, and that she had addressed Parliament in Canada twice. Former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, and Jean Chrétien, also remembered Thatcher. Mulroney described Thatcher as ‘the most transformative leader’ since Winston Churchill. And Jean Chrétien described Thatcher as a ‘colourful and tough’ politician, and also a populist.
She was born to a working class family on October 13, 1925, and she served in the British Government as a conservative from 1979 to 1990.
It was Jean Chrétien, who was justice minister in Trudeau’s government, who went to Britain several times as part of Canada’s plan to repatriate the Constitution of Canada. Chrétien said that Thatcher understood well that Britain had no choice but to give Canada our Constitution.
Two Canadian Prime Ministers – Brian Mulroney and Pierre Trudeau – served during the Thatcher years. And I served in the Alberta Government from 1972-1986, representing the Stettler Constituency.
John O’Sullivan, an editor-at-large in the Globe, wrote that Thatcher was both a towering world historical figure, like Bismarck, and an ordinary middle-class English housewife like Mrs. Miniver.
I was born in 1931, and came to Canada in 1947.
Lady Thatcher was 87 when she died. Ms. Thatcher came to Canada to see the Plaza of Nations at Expo 86
Thatcher liked Ronald Reagan, and Mikhail Gorbachev. She had introduced them to each other. And it led to the end of the Cold War, writes O’Sullivan.
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A Stinging, Soupy Sensation by Brenda Barritt As spring weather has arrived a bit late with some very hot weather and some rain (finally!) I have been pleased to be harvesting greens again. Last October I wrote that I have begun a practice of fall-seeding one of my raised beds with greens, trusting that they will know when the time is right grow and allowing me to have some early greens while putting in my garden in May. It's worked well this year for the spinach. We are mixing deep green spinach leaves into our lettuce from local greenhouses. The rest of the patch is spotty with a few heads of lettuce starting to show promise. I blame this more on the cats that were using the bed as a toilet, than I do on the weather. However the green that says 'spring' to me is not spinach or anything I've planted: it's a plant that as children we learn to avoid. Stinging Nettle. This plant has tiny hairs along its stem and leaves that act like needles, injecting natural histamines and other chemical into the skin, giving the victim a tingling, burning sensation. While uncomfortable, it would take a lot of effort or an extreme allergy to have a major reaction to it. Trust me – my habit of swinging my hands through the leaves as I walk means that I've had a few unexpected run-ins with this 'weed.' So why the heck would I be excited to see these? Because they are one of the first greens to emerge every year and they are incredibly nutritious: high in vitamins A, C, iron, potassium, manganese, and calcium. To harvest, I take out my leather gloves and some scissors out, cut off the top, young leaves and then let them sit in the fridge for a good 3-4 hours. Once they have been picked and allowed to wilt or are cooked up well, the sting is gone. Then I cook them like and with spinach. They can also be dried and then used as a herb throughout the year or infused into a tea. I must say that you can pick them without gloves and without sting, since the hairs all grow in one direction you 'just' need to touch the stem going in the direction of the needles, not against them. I've seen this done however I can't speak from experience, I'm happy to carry gloves. While some people do encourage nettle to grow in their garden as it attracts beneficial insects, it great for fertility when added to compost, and has few (if any pests), I doubt many of us around here are intentionally cultivating it. So if you are fortunate enough to have a patch around and want to try some – here's a simple soup recipe to enjoy: Nettle Soup • Melt 2 tbsp butter in the bottom of a saucepan. • Chop a white onion and a clove of garlic and saute in butter until translucent. • Add 1 cup of wilted nettles and saute until soft. • Season with salt and pepper. • Add 5-6 cups of water or stock and bring to boil. • Add 1-2 boiled potatoes or 1-2 cups mashed (great for getting rid of leftovers). • Use hand blender to mix all into a creamy soup adjusting for thickness with more water/stock or more potatoes. You could also use milk, instead of water/stock. • Season with more salt and pepper to taste. To serve, top with a grated cheddar cheese. With the spring rain finally falling – this would be a great warming lunch to enjoy while watching your garden grow!
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After Devastating Losses in 2012, Farmers Consider Hail Insurance for 2013 High River (AB)—Prairie farmers were blasted with hail in 2012, and now they’re weighing the level of coverage they need for the 2013 growing season. According to the Canadian Crop Hail Association, in 2012 nearly $280 million was paid to Prairie farmers for crop hail claims on 21,600 losses. Hailstorms can have a devastating effect not only on farmers’ crops, but also on whole communities, as the local economy takes the hit of many members losing much of their yearly income at the same time. “Purchasing hail insurance is as important as purchasing insurance on your home or car,“ said, John Jenner, vice-president of marketing and communications at Western Financial Group. “Losing your crop can mean losing your farm and when many farmers are hit at the same time, the local economy will show the strain. Western Financial Group was founded in a farming community and most of our offices are in the Prairies. We understand the effects of hail and we’re happy to provide a noobligation quote to any farmer wondering about their insurance options.” Farmers have no way to prevent hail damage to their crops, which can completely destroy an entire year of work. Annually, the cost of crop hail damage can run as high as hundreds of millions of dollars. Hail insurance is a farmer’s best protection against hail losses. “This is my livelihood, this is all I’ve got. My family and I have worked hard and long hours to build a little farm. Hail insurance takes some of the worry out of my mind every time a cloud comes across the countryside,” said Jack Howard, a farmer operating near Drumheller, Alberta. “I just can’t afford the financial risk of losing an entire crop. That’s why I purchase hail insurance. I know I won’t be well off if hail hits my farm, but I’ll be able to continue.” Western Financial Group is a Western Canada based, diversified, financial services company serving more than 600,000 customers. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in High River, Alberta, Western provides insurance, banking and investment products and services through more than 120 office locations and the Internet (www.westernfinancialgroup.ca). With a skilled team of approximately 1,600 employees, and backed by the strong resources of its owners, Western is committed to building the strongest financial services company in Western Canada. Western Financial Group is a subsidiary of Desjardins Group, the leading cooperative financial group in Canada.
No matter how long your journey appears to be, there is never more than this: one step, one breath, one moment - Now. – Eckhart Tolle
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BLAINE CALKINS M.P., WETASKIWIN On behalf of the Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Minister for La Francophonie, Blaine Calkins, Member of Parliament for Wetaskiwin, announced support for Can Praxis to begin assessing the effectiveness of using horses to help Veterans with mental health conditions. This coincides with an announcement made by Minister Blaney in support of St. John Ambulance to better understand how dogs can help improve the overall mental health and well-being of Canada’s Veterans and their families. “Our Government is partnering with Can Praxis and St. John Ambulance Canada to better understand how animals can be used to help Veterans and their families,” said Minister Blaney. “Veterans across Canada have told me that there is interest in these new types of treatment, and we are listening to them by conducting this research to study the potential use of animal therapy.” The University of Saskatchewan will work with Can Praxis to research the benefits of using horses to help Veterans dealing with mental health problems, and St. John Ambulance Canada will work with McGill University to develop an evaluation tool measuring the impact of using animal assisted interventions. “This is another example of how our Government is enhancing its support to help improve the quality of life for Veterans and their families,” said MP Calkins. “This initiative will help us to determine if new approaches like using the social nature of horses to help Veterans and their families improve communication and reduce conflict.” The Can Praxis Equine Assisted Learning program is offered in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta. During the pilot, the organization will deliver four, three-day workshops, focusing on using horses to help Veterans and their spouses/partners reconnect through improved communication. The results of the pilot, which runs from May to December 2013, will be used to further our understanding of animal assisted interventions for Veterans and may lead to more formal research on the subject. “We use a mediator, who is also a combat Veteran, to teach conversation skills that reduce conflict between Veterans and their spouses,” said
The Chautauqua A29 Steve Critchley, Co-Founder, Can Praxis. “Veterans and their spouses also meet with a psychologist to learn relationship-building skills, and complete practical exercises with horses.” Earlier in the week, Minister Blaney recognized Mental Health Week in Canada by announcing the launch of the new PTSD Coach Canada mobile app and a two-year study with Ryerson University involving 140 clinicians to examine how effectively they are using cognitive processing therapy to treat adults with post-traumatic stress disorder. For more information on Veterans Affairs Canada’s programs and services, visit veterans.gc.ca. 2013 is the Year of the Korean War Veteran—Canada proudly remembers the heroes of the Korean War and their brave fight to uphold freedom, democracy and the rule of law. Please contact my Constituency office if you have any questions or concerns on any federally related matters, postage free, at: Bay #6A, 4612 - 50th Street, Ponoka, T4J 1S7; tel: 403-783-5530; toll free: 1-800665-0865 or visit my web site: www.blainecalkinsmp.ca or on twitter at www.twitter.com/blainecalkinsmp
Begin anywhere. - John Cage
Spirit Speaks by Rosie, White Elk Medicine Woman Do you have a question or a concern in your life that you’d like to ask? Do you have a spiritual question that has been nagging you? Email your questions directly to Rosie at
[email protected], subject: Spirit Speaks. The answers will be published in the Chautauqua.
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Rod Fox MLA
Kerry Towle MLA
Lacombe Ponoka
Innisfail Sylvan Lake
As an MLA with the Official Opposition, I am pleased to report a successful spring session of holding the government to account on the issues that matter to Albertans. Our job in the Official Opposition, as we see it, is to expose, oppose and propose, and we did just that. We exposed wrong doing when we saw it, opposed the back-in-debt budget, and proposed constructive solutions to fix problems the government is facing. In the 2012 election, we were promised a balanced budget, but the government decided to do the exact opposite. Instead of balancing the books, the government will take on $17 billion in debt in the next several years, which they will expect our children to pay for. This irresponsible fiscal management will hurt municipalities and taxpayers. With record resource revenues, the Official Opposition felt this was a bad move, and that responsible cuts could be made to balance the books elsewhere. Let’s take Alberta Health Services for example. Alberta Health Services has been caught inappropriately expensing over $100 million on things like butlers, video games, car phones and $500 a night hotel rooms. Executive salaries and undeserved bonuses for failing to meet targets have never been higher. Budget 2013 will do nothing to address the mismanagement of health care, nor will it help reduce wasteful spending to ensure funding gets to the front lines where it is needed. Clearly there are savings to be had, but the government just isn’t looking. Instead, they have focused their cuts on the vulnerable and the front lines. They’ve cut Community Access Programs for persons with developmental disabilities. They’ve cut education. This year alone, Albertans will pay $238 million in interest on debt. This is $238 million that will be taken out of taxpayers’ pockets, and not put into health or education. To counter the Back in Debt budget, Wildrose proposed a Financial Recovery Plan, which outlines how the Wildrose would reduce government spending by $2.9 billion this year and return Alberta to a cash surplus by 2014. On a personal note, I was happy to see the government take some advice I offered on necessary changes to the Condo Act. With the passing of the Condominium Property Act, this spring, I applauded the government for listening to the calls of Albertans and the Official Opposition to take action to protect condominium owners from unaffordable special assessments. These new changes eliminate costly, one-time special assessments condo boards would collect for repairs. The Official Opposition was relatively successful in guiding the agenda in the legislature with our strategy of exposing wrong doing and proposing changes. For instance, Wildrose forced Alberta Health Services to end its inhumane one-bath per week policy for seniors in longterm care. We will continue to monitor implementation of the changes to ensure Albertans in care get the services they need. Wildrose MLAs also brought attention to the AHS divorce-by-nursing home policy, which splits apart married couples for merely bureaucratic convenience. We will continue working to ending this inhumane policy so married couples are not traumatized by being forcibly separated by the government. In a case where exposure was certainly needed, the Official Opposition went public with documents we found where AHS executives were expensing private health treatment to the taxpayer. At the same time, these AHS executives were denying similar out of province coverage to Albertans, who desperately needed life-saving treatment. The Official Opposition does not oppose for its own sake. Many of
Kerry Towle, MLA Innisfail-Sylvan Lake Constituency Office #18-4804 42 Ave Innisfail, AB T4G 1T4 PH: 403-227-1500 Em:
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Your present circumstances don't determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start. - Nido Qubein
our MLAs voted in favour of some government legislation this session, including the Compassionate Care leave bill, which provides up to eight weeks off for a family member to assist someone who may be in their last days. This was a good bill I believe that will provide some assurance to those facing difficult circumstances. Opposition MLAs also voted in favour of a bill to prohibit the sale of flavoured tobacco, with the hopes that this will help keep these products out of the hands of young people so they don’t develop tobacco addictions. One of the successes for our caucus was the passing of my colleague’s private member’s motion. The government voted in favour of Culture Critic Blake Pedersen’s private member’s Motion 510 which calls on the Government to reinstate a competitive tax credit system for film industry labour costs, instead of the current system of selective grants. The motion if implemented will have a positive impact on encouraging film production in Alberta. Land rights of course continue to be a big issue . This spring, my colleague Pat Stier introduced a private member’s motion to repeal the Land Stewardship Act and work toward the creation of a better land use framework that ensured the traditional property rights of Albertans are protected. Unfortunately, the government didn’t agree on this one and voted it down, but we will continue to press the government on this. As you can tell, it was a brief but busy spring legislative sitting for Wildrose MLAs. While I am happy to be back in the constituency and to address any of your concerns, I will be eager to return to legislative work and to represent Albertans in the fall. You can contact me at 403 782 7725 or
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BRADEN, Gordon Wesley On May 25th 2013 Gordon Braden passed away in the arms of the angels at the Bashaw Care Center and was granted blessed peace. He lives on through his children Barbara Stevens, Jessie Trace (Neil), Wesley Braden (Holly) and Brenda Knight (Leonard), 14 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren,12 great, great grandchildren and his sister Lenore Zacharwicz. He was reunited in heaven with his loving wife Gerturde, infant daughter Margaret Rose, daughter Joyce and her 3 infant sons, granddaughter Melanie, 9 brothers and 1 sister. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him, during his 98 years he touched the hearts and lives of many people. As a young man he left his native Manitoba and came West “riding the rails” during the depression years. He settled in Central Alberta where he met his wife Gertrude Martin. They were married in 1938 and raised their children on the Martin family farm where he continued to live until he was 95 years of age. A funeral service was held on June 1, 2013 at Wilsons Funeral Home and Crematorium in Lacombe. Expressions of sympathy may be made by visiting www.wilsonsfuneralchapel.ca. In lieu of donations the family requests that you take a loved one for a drive through the beautiful countryside and have lunch. Dads favorite past time was a Sunday drive on any day of the 2013 Summer Hours week.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Christine MacSween Graduated May 4, 2013 from St. Francis Xavier University, Antigonish, Nova Scotia. Degree in Bachelor of Arts, Joint Major with Distinction, Economics and Religious Studies. Christine is working the summer at the Alix Public Library. Congratulations and Welcome Home!
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