Chautauqua Friday, November 7, 2003 “Bringing traditions of the past to the business of today” 2003 Vol. 2, No. 21

REMEMBRANCE DAY Nov. 11 Village of Alix Fall Clean Up

Alix Minor Hockey Receives Donation

November 10th All grass clippings and garden refuse must be bagged. All tree branches must be bundled and tied. Set your refuse where your normal garbage pick up takes place, before 8:00 am Monday, November 10, 2003 for pick up.

Only the Name Is Changing On January 1, 2004, Westcan Malting will change its name to Rahr Malting Canada Ltd. There will be the same experienced staff, the same quality products, and the same dependable service. Gary Lee (left), president of Rahr Malting in Minneapolis, Minn., was in attendance at the recent Westcan Informational Supper, as well as Vice-president, Bob Micheletti. Westcan President, Bob Chappel, also addressed the audience. Rahr Malting Co. is a family owned business which has been around for 156 years. Rahr operates malt processing plants in Alix, AB and Shakopee, Minn. and a barley origination business in Taft, North Dakota. Rahr’s U.S. customers include Anheuser-Busch, Miller, Craft Brewers. Their international customers are mainly Japanese and Korean. See page 15

Bill Williams (left), OK Tire in Lacombe, presents Karen Novakovski, Alix Minor Hockey President, with a cheque for $1,000. In celebration of OK Tire’s 50th Anniversary, a contest was held and winners specified which local organization they wished the funds to go to. Ed Hornett (right), of Alix, held the winning ticket, with Minor Hockey the real winner. Marjorie Flewelling (left) and Mabel Taylor (right) of Mirror, assist Tanith Carey (centre) of the Daily Mirror cut the birthday cake. Ms. Carey, from New York, was in Mirror on Monday, Nov. 3rd to interview residents in order to do a story on the community, as well as to celebrate the newspaper’s milestone birthday. Mirror was named after the London Daily Mirror in 1912. The newspaper was instrumental in bringing Mirror into existence.

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FROM THE EDITOR’S COMPUTER After residing in the community for 24 years, I never thought I’d see the day when I was ashamed to admit I was a resident of Mirror. Sadly, that day has arrived. On Oct. 27, 2003 the residents of Mirror voted to change our Village motto from “Pride is Our Locomotive” to “Stupidity is the Name of Our Game.” To the 57 other individuals who voted to remain a Village, I would like to commend you on your stance, and thank you for your support for our community. As for the other 80%, I would like to remind you of some events that have happened in the recent past. On February 18, 2003 I attended a Village Meeting in Mirror where it was mentioned that if the proposed budget was passed, we would face dramatic increases in our taxes and water rates. Naturally, there was some concern about the proposed increases. Following the March 26 Village Meeting, a Council meeting was held, with Tom Roberts from Municipal Affairs, and the budget (with massive tax increases) was passed. I was shocked when most of the residents in the room erupted into clapping and cheering. If you were one of those cheering...YOU asked for the high taxes we were faced with this year and YOU showed your support for the increases by your cheering. Jumping ahead to the night of Oct. 27th. I heard that people were again cheering when the results were posted. Just remember, when things don’t turn out like you think they will...YOU asked for this. Dissolution will not solve the problem facing Mirror - which is the majority of the residents living here. It has been mentioned that Mirror is a caring community. False! Mirror has a handful of residents who care about the community and the people who live here. The vast majority of residents are either too lazy to do anything, or else they don’t care at all. It has been suggest that we just need to work together to make things happen. The residents of Mirror have not been unified or worked effectively together on anything for as long as I can remember. So what makes you think that dissolution will change that? I was very disappointed (but not overly surprised) that the majority chose to listen to the various lies, misinformation, and misconceptions going around town, rather than listening to the truth. Like lambs being led to the slaughter, the majority of residents living in Mirror have been cleverly manipulated into causing the community’s eventual downfall. I can’t believe that the majority of YOU fell for it.

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By Kevin Burns Figuring Out What’s Really Important "Sir, can you hear me?" the Emergency Room nurse yelled. "If you can hear me, squeeze my fingers." A moment of silence passed. "Sir. Sir. Can you hear me? If you can hear me, squeeze my fingers." She yelled again. The patient responded. "Alright you can let go of my fingers now. Sir. Let go of

my fingers," the nurse yelled. In another part of the emergency room, doctors and nurses were attempting to roll over a large man. The man had just been brought in by ambulance after his car hit a moose on the highway. The moose had come right through the windshield pinning him to his seat. The medical staff would roll him over every few minutes to ensure that his lungs did not collapse or fill with fluid. Dave lay on the stretcher in between the unresponsive man and the man who hit the moose. His doctor had admitted Dave to hospital after finding a brain tumour during routine tests. Dave lay between two people who were grasping for

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life at that very moment. The doctors and nurses scurried about attempting to save the two other lives, people who were more in need of immediate help than Dave was. It left him plenty of time to think about not only his situation and the discovery of a potentially lethal brain tumour, but to also pay attention to those who were hanging on for dear life around him. The beeping of machines, the sound of packages being ripped open, the moans and groans, the talking and yelling from emergency staff and the sounds of his own heartbeats and breathing filled Dave's head as he awaited his turn to be administered to. Dave told his story to me outside the hall of a speaking presentation I had just given. He stood in front of me looking happy and smiling as he recounted his story from the day he discovered he had a tumour. "That was eleven and a half months ago," he beamed. "I heard and saw what the doctors and nurses were doing to save two lives immediately and I couldn't help but think at that time that I was the luckiest man in the world."

This got me to thinking. As much as our situation at this moment may seem devastating or painful, there is always someone else who may be just a little worse off. When we frame our situation in the proper context there is always someone else who needs a little more help than we might require at this moment. Those who face death figure out what life is all about. After all, they woke up today. It's going to be a good day. It probably why so many patients who have a terminal disease try to ease the suffering of those who are worse off than they are. Today, for the vast majority of us, is going to be a good day. Why not celebrate it instead of feeling sorry for ourselves. Kevin Burns is a professional speaker, author and worldwide columnist who specializes in positive self-leadership through personal effectiveness. He believes that business gets better, relationships get better and life gets better, when we get better. Email: [email protected] or call 403-3464865.

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ALIX-MAC NEWS By Linda Jaffray On Monday, October 27, the school did the R & R Run (Respect and Responsibility Run). We postponed it from Thursday, October 23 due to rain. Students and staff collected in excess of $2,600 to support the Canadian Cancer Society. This event was organized by Mr. Jeff Strong, Mr. Travis Wessner and Mrs. Tracy Chalmers to help the students understand the October virtues of Respect and Responsibility. Thank you all the students who ran, to the generous donors and to the staff for their hours of work to organize the event. Awards will be given out to the students who raised the most money in each grade. The Grade 12 students helped serve at the recent Westcan (Rahr) Malting beef dinner. Mrs. Tammy Shapka hosted the Wolf Creek East Division Junior high Girl’s B Volleyball Tournament at the school on Saturday, October 25. The Alix MAC girls won GOLD. Congratulations to the team and to Mrs. Shapka for a wonderful culmination to the season. Thank you to the parents who ran the canteen during the day and were there to support the girls throughout the season. Thank you to Mr. Wade Rolles and Mr. Court Beamish who were referees for the day. On Friday, October 24, most of the graduating students worked at the Westcan Malting (now Rahr Malting) banquet. The students did the set up on Thursday evening and served the meal on Friday. Thank you to Rahr Malting for a generous donation of $800 to the students. This money will be help to defray costs for the graduation ceremony coming up in the spring. (hope you have a picture) Report cards went home with students on Monday, November 2. Parent teacher interviews were held Wednesday and Thursday, November 5 & 6. Remembrance Day will be celebrated at Alix MAC school on Friday, November 7 at 2:00 p.m. The Clive Legion will be in attendance. Parents and members of the community are welcome to attend as well. Mrs. Terrie Huff, Mrs. Claudia Cameron and Mrs. JoAnne Henry have been preparing an “Honor Wall” of pictures for our front foyer. Students and staff have brought in photos of relatives who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces – and we have scanned them for a wonderful display at the school. We will keep the display up until November 14. Be sure to stop by and have a look. This is to support our November virtues of Honor, Loyalty and Pride.

FITNESS CLASSES Cardio & Resistance Training At Alix MAC School small gym Certified Fitness Instructor Mon, Wed, & Fri., evenings 6:00 - 7:00 pm Mon, & Wed mornings 9:00 - 10:00 am Adults $35/month Students $20/month Drop in: Adults $4, Students $2 Call Audra for more information 747-3707

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juice boxes – vegetable or fruit popcorn cut up veggies and dip crackers with sliced meat wrapped around cheese sticks • hard boiled egg • mini pitas stuffed with cheese • baked potato with chili • oatmeal or graham cookies with applesauce • pretzels • crackers with pea butter • • • •

Students and staff (right) prepare to start out on Alix MAC’s R & R Run (Respect and Responsibility Run). All together, in excess of $2,600 was collected to support the Canadian Cancer Society. Photo courtesy of Alix MAC School

BASHAW RCMP RCMP at Bashaw have been investigating a Break, Enter and Theft from a residence near Mirror. Sometime overnight on Tuesday, October 28th, 2003, a garage south of Mirror was broken into. Stolen were 2 Arctic Cat Snowmobiles. RCMP at Bashaw have been investigating a motor vehicle theft that occurred at app. 9:30 pm October 29th, 2003 near Mirror. 2 unknown males were seen getting into a 2003 GMC pickup truck and driving away. Attached to the trailer was a 30' flat deck trailer. Left at this scene was a 1987 Nissan Sentra, which was involved the previous evening in the theft of 2 Arctic Cat Snowmobiles at a different residence near Mirror. Of note, the

keys were in the 2003 GMC and the thieves took the keys from another vehicle parked nearby. RCMP at Bashaw wish to take this opportunity to remind the public that there is an ongoing rash of quad, snowmobile and vehicle thefts throughout the greater Red Deer region and asks the public for increased vigilance in helping to prevent these thefts. RCMP at Bashaw executed a search warrant on a residence on 53rd Street in Mirror on October 31st, 2003. Police recovered a large quantity of stolen property from the residence including a snowmobile, and a car. Numerous charges of theft and possession of stolen property offences are outstanding against a 23 year old male.

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PRESCHOOL STORY TIME: Thursday mornings from 11:00 to noon. Cost is $1 per child per session. Children up to age 5 welcome. When in Ukraine: We had a lovely evening in Ukraine on October 18th. We dined on two kinds of Borscht, Cabbage Rolls and Cossack Chicken and Mushrooms. Thanks very much to Mary Ann Pasichnuk from Red Deer for joining us and sharing her Ukrainian heritage and customs with us. While we looked at the display items that Mary Ann brought with her, we had cherry bars and chocolate cake for dessert. Thank you to everyone who attended. We look forward to seeing you all at The Vatican City on Nov. 15th! MEMBERSHIP FEES: $5 - individual and $10 - family. You can use your library card at virtually every public library in the province at no extra cost. The Lois Hole Library Legacy Program - Grow Your Library - You can help make a difference by investing in the future of Alberta through a legacy donation to one of Alberta’s libraries. You can create a tribute to someone dear to you, recognize milestones or special occasions in the lives of family and friends (anniversaries, graduation), or other forms of legacy gifts such as bequests, named endowments and trusts. REMINDER Anyone who has a membership in the Alix Public Library who resides outside of Alix corporate limits, within the County of Lacombe, is asked to please supply the library with your legal land description. The County requires us to collect this information for verification purposes for the distribution of grant monies. Thank you for your cooperation. Board Members Wanted - We are looking for individuals interested in sitting on the Library Board. Meetings are held every 6 weeks. Please contact the library at 747-3233 if you are interested in joining the Board.

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

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NEW TITLES The Arraignment by Steve Martini - A double murder leads lawyer Paul Madriani into a web of international intrigue and conspiracy... Forever and Always by Jude Deveraux Darci's psychic abilities have always guided her through hardship.... and now into the arms of millionaire Adam Montgomery. When Adam vanishes in a mysterious accident, a grief-stricken Darci is left alone to raise their young daughter. That is, until a famous Hollywood actor seeks Darci's assistance. No One to Trust by Iris Johansen - This time there's nowhere to run.....No place to hide.... No way out of his deadly game...He is the most terrifying of killers: ruthless, cunning, charismatic. And he has the means to get whatever he wants. And what he wants is Elena Kyler… The Future Scrolls by Fern Michaels - To Dani it might have sounded like something out of a novel...impulsively coming to the aid of a lost child, she finds herself plunged into a mystery more dangerous than anything on the city streets... Fatal by Michael Palmer - Five years ago, Matt, internist and emergency specialist, returned to his West Virginia home to marry his high-school sweetheart and open a practice. He also had a score to settle... Answered Prayers by Danielle Steele - Faith has enjoyed the good life as the wife of an investment banker and mother to two grown daughters. But, she has carried with her a secret which she could divulge to no one... Blackwood Farm by Anne Rice - Welcome to Blackwood Farm, the world of Quinn Blackwood, a young man haunted since birth by a mysterious doppelganger. Desperate, Quinn seeks to free himself from the specter that draws him back to Sugar Devil Swamp... A Prairie Boy's Winter by William Kurelek With the first snowfall comes the great fun of skating on frozen ditches, playing fox and geese, and staging snowball battles. 100 Games for Winter - Presents rules for both indoor and outdoor games. Both boys and girls will enjoy playing the games described in this book.

Books For Sale - We have a varied selection of used books for sale, including children’s and teen books. We also gladly accept book donations. We will have some books available for sale at the Christmas Market...look for our table! O N L I N E C A T A L O G www.prl.ab.ca/ipac.html Click on the pull down list, select Alix Public Library and click on Go the iPac!. 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).

Alix Community Services Coordinator: Glenna Carlson 747-2030 Well, Hallowe’en has come and gone, and I hope all went well. We had a blast at the Hall. It was a great turn out. Thanks to all who contributed time, effort, and donations. A special thanks to the Village workers who assisted me in getting the kid’s games, Curt for the 2x4s, the Bird’s Nest and Domino Trucking for the piñatas, and finally to my volunteers. Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:30 to 12:30. I am in and out of the office the rest of the week. Preschool: We have started, but we need more kids. If you have any 3 or 4 year olds, we have room for 7 more. X’mas Extravaganza: This event will be held on Nov. 29. There will be events throughout the afternoon and evening. More details forthcoming. The Parade of Lights will also be this day. See the posters up around town for details. We need more entries. Special Needs Support Group: We are looking to start a support group for parents or caregivers of special needs children. If you are interested phone Glenna at 747-2030 or Janet at 747-3713.

Mary Ann Pasichnuk shares her Ukrainian heritage at the Library.

When in… The VATICAN CITY Alix Public Library is once again hosting our ‘When in...’ Dinner/travelogue series. We invite you to join us for our next stop

Saturday, Nov. 158th at 6:30 p.m. If you have anything from The Vatican you could lend us for the display table, or you need a recipe for the potluck dinner, please contact Beth at the Library. These nights are very popular, and seating in is limited. There is no cost, but you must register to attend. Contact the Library at 747-3233. Ukrainian Easter Eggs

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VILLAGE OF CLIVE (Alix, Mirror and Area) “the pulse of the community” Facilitator: Linda van Ringen Phone Neighbourhood Network Society of Alberta at (403) 747-3522, Fax: (403) 747-2297 or send an email to the following address: [email protected] for further information on any of the following topics:

Meet and Greet: If you are new to the community and haven’t received a visit from Meet and Greet, or if you have a new neighbour, please call Mary Flexhaug at 747-3167. Alix Food Bank: To access the Alix Food Bank, or obtain information regarding it’s operation, please call Eve 747-3119, Susan 7473170, Karen 747-2495, Glenna 747-2030 or Linda at 747-3522. Transportation Volunteers: Our roster of volunteers who will drive seniors and others in need to essential appointments really needs to be replenished. If you make frequent trips to Red Deer, Lacombe or Ponoka and would be willing to take someone along for an appointment or if you have a couple of hours of free time and would be willing to drive, please call and we will make arrangements to add you to our list of volunteers. Many of the people who have been graciously giving their time are seniors themselves and it would be wonderful to see some of the younger people join this much needed service. R-Own Food Co-operative: R-Own Food Coop has undergone a few changes since the new year and the main responsibilities of the co-op move into the hands of the Clive/Tees Neighbourhood Place. As a community driven service we will operate the Food Co-op until permanent leadership is found. Anyone can enter the food co-op at any time. You may order up to five full orders per month. The cost of a full order is $20.00, which includes meat, vegetables and fruit, or meat can be ordered separately for $11.00 and vegetables and fruit for $9.00. If you are interested in belonging to the Food Co-op please phone myself at 747-3522 for further information or Tammy at 788-2933 to place an order. REMEMBER — THE ANSWERS ARE OUT THERE… AND I AM HERE TO HELP YOU FIND THEM! PLEASE CALL! CENTRAL OFFICE SUPPLIES LTD. Home, Office and School Supplies Complete line of Stationery Toner - Fax Film - Ink Jet Supplies

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Clive Community Hall Christmas Craft and Bake Sale, Tuesday, Dec. 2 from 2:30 - 8:00 pm. Many crafts, baking, along with raffle prizes and a concession. For more information call Jean at 784-3737. Clive Village Office 784-3366 Clive Mayor: Elizabeth Virtue Council meetings are the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Town Office. Clive Public Library Tracey 784-3131 Located below the Village Office. Tuesday 9 - noon, 5:30 - 8:30 pm Wednesday 2:00 - 5:00 pm Thursday 9 - noon, 2:00 - 5:00 pm Coffee Time @ the Library - every Thursday morning. Story Time - Wednesday afternoons from 2 2:30 pm at the Library. For children 3 - 5 years old. There is no charge. Clive School 784-3354 Principal Ian Rawlinson Secretary Sue Boston Clive Ag Society meets 3rd Thurs. of the month at 7:30 at Meeting Room. Jason Wagner 784-2823 Clive Senior Circle Contact Albert Wagner Clive Lions Club meets 2nd and 4th Wed. of the month, 7:30 at Clive Community Hall. Gene Rowley 372-2437 Clive Legion Louise Bell 784-3414 Clive Multi 4-H Debbie Soderberg 784-3834 Clive Hall Bev Krochak 784-3964 Fire Department Monte Zaytsoff 784-2066 Neighbourhood Place Edith McPhedran 784-3171 Clive Historical Society Louise Bell 784-3414 Chatelaine Club (Westling) meets 3rd Tues. of the month 7:30 at Westling Hall, Sue Boston 784-2461 Clive Baptist Church Ron Orr 784-3252 Clive Christian Fellowship Gord Rowland 784-3141 Clive United Church Shealagh McClelland 784-3367 Saron Lutheran Church Rev. Art Henkelman 343-6836 Clive Curling Club Bev Krochak 784-3964

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ALIX HOME HARDWARE We are now a Propane Bottle Exchange Depot Exchange your old 20 lb. bottle for a new full one or get that extra one you’ve always wanted!

New Concept Paint Brushes with Removable Bristles Clean easily or throw away. Replace only the bristles.

Stay warm with Tough Duck *Lined work gloves *Fleece-lined toques *Face masks *Toques for hard hats

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Mirror Community Mon., Nov. 10 Mirror Li b r a r y Board meets at 7:30. Visit the Library during regular hours to bid on the Silent Auction items for sale. Bids accepted until noon, Dec. 6 Tues., Nov. 18 Mirror Li b r a r y Christmas Craft Tree debuts. Visit the Library to do some Christmas shopping. Sat., Nov. 22 Annual Christmas Tea, Bake & Craft Sale at Mirror United Church at 2:00 pm. Everyone welcome. Thurs., Dec. 4 Mirror & District Senior’s Supper at 5:30 pm at the Hall. Program follows at 7:00 pm. Those 60+ are welcome to attend. Sat., Dec. 6 Christmas Tea, Bazaar & Bake Sale at the Library 10 - 1 pm. Everyone welcome. _________________ Jolly Seniors Coffee is on every weekday morning at the Friendly Inn Suppers - 1st. & 3rd. Wednesdays of each month @ 5:30 p.m. at the Friendly Inn. Floor Curling held Thursdays at 1:30 pm at the Community Hall.

at Sturgeon's at 7:30 pm. Mom’s & Tot’s at the Mirror School Portable Wednesdays 9:30 - 11:00 am Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders & Rangers For information, & to register, phone Gale Richardson 7883835. New chocolate mint cookies are here! Phone Gale 78 8 -38 35. Make great Christmas gifts. Mi rro r Uni ted Church Sunday services at 9:30 am. Sunday School classes during the regular service. Live Christmas Wreaths are being sold by the Mirror Sunday School and Mirror Guides. For further information talk to Beth or Gale Richardson. Deadline to order is Nov. 22, with delivery about the first week of Dec.

Mi rror S ch ool Events contact 7883913 Rec. Society contact is Marlene Neis 7882166. New members welcome. Museum Society contact is Don Wilson 788-3836 or Roger Laforce 7883094. Meetings are the 1st Monday of the month at 7:30 pm. Mirror Jolly Seniors contact is President, Theresa Laforce 788-3094. Public Library Tues. 9:30 - 12:30 Wed 7:00 - 9:00 Thurs. 1:00 - 5:00 Contact Heather at 788-3044 Village Office Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 8:00 - noon & 1:00 4:00 pm. 788-3011 Transfer Station Hours Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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Mirror School held their fourth annual "Welcome Back" fall carnival. The carnival was organized and sponsored by the Family School Liaison Program and was for all students in grades 1 - 6, with the junior high students helping out. The carnival had games, crafts, face painting, tattoos, and more. The carnival highlighted nutrition as part of the DTHR healthy schools program. The SMILE committee (a separate program under the healthy schools program) also collected for the food bank this year. Photo courtesy of Mirror School

News from Mirror Family & Community Support Services CONNIE BROOKS 788-3011 or 747-2416 More than one hundred Halloween revellers “Monster Mashed” and danced the night away October 25 at the tenth annual Halloween Family Dance. DJ Clint Worke kept the party jumping with games and great music. Sixteen people won prizes for their original costumes, and many others won spot dance and other prizes. Thank you to the volunteers for helping to make the dance a success! Mirror FCSS and Lifelong Learning sponsored a First Aid and CPR course on October 4 and 5. Ten people completed the course and received their certificates. The Beginner Computer Class was well attended, with eight participants completing the four evening class. The next class, Internet Explorer, began on October 29, at the Mirror School.

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The Fun for Fours and Moms and Tots groups both enjoyed the seasonal celebrations, with costume parties and games.

Winner’s Circle Student of the Month

Two helpful programs for low-income families are Kidsport (financial assistance to help children participate in sports) and Kincare (subsidized childcare for relatives providing babysitting). For more information on either program, call Connie. Applications for Christmas Food Certificates will be available in mid November.

Pancake Breakfast - 2nd Sunday of the month. 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. @ the Jolly Seniors. Youth Group Friday Night's Mini Youth Group meets at the Alliance Church at 7:00 pm. Ages 4 to grade 6 welcome. Senior Youth Group meets

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Are you a senior or disabled person who needs help with household chores? FCSS offers subsidized home support for both village and county residents.

Shyann Albers (right) receives the Student of the Month award from Beth Strohschein, representing Community Partner, Avin’s Bobcat. Shyann is a hardworking grade 3 student. This award is sponsored by Family School Liaison Program. Photo courtesy of Mirror School

Coming Events: Funding is available to offer two more classes this year. If you are interested in taking one of the following, please call by November 10 to allow time to organize and advertise. • First Aid & CPR for Infants and Children (an adult class, to learn to administer first aid) • Fresh Flower Centerpiece with Candle (Christmas Decoration) For information or to register, call Connie Brooks @ 788-3011 or 7472416

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Delburne Events Delburne Drop In Centre Crib Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Carpet Bowling Tuesday Evenings Music & Dance 2nd, 4th, 5th Fri. 1-4 p.m. All Welcome. Contact Lars Snethun 749-2056 Lousana Drop In Centre Carpet Bowling Sundays at 7:00 p.m. Floor Curling Fridays at 7:00 p.m. Contact Goldie Lee at 749-2369 The Royal Canadian Legion Open Fri. & Sat. at 5:00 p.m. All Welcome. Contact Don McInenly at 749-2663 Ladies Auxiliary to the Legion New members wanted!! Meet 2nd Saturday of the month at 1:30 pm. Call Hazel Bysterveld 749-3796 or Flora Carter 749-2080 Anthony Henday Historical Society Meets the 1st Thurs of every month at the Museum; the public is welcome. Contact Audrey Nicholson 749-2436 ELKS Meeting: Meets 2nd Monday of the month at 8:00 p.m. sharp. Contact Ernie Whiteside at 749-2099. ELKS Senior Bus to Red Deer every 2nd and 4th Thursday. Call Bob Manning 749-3792 Women’s Institute Meetings the first Tues. of every month. Call Ada 749-2093 for location. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Meets every Wednesday at the Library Contact Ada 749-2093 or Debbie 749-3050 Open AA/Al-anon meetings 1st Monday of each month, at Elnora Anglican Church @ 8:30 pm. Delburne Library Open Tuesday Thursday, Saturday

1-4:00; 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Village Council Meetings 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at the Village Office at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are open to the public. Contact Debbie Bobocel 749-3606. FCSS Board is in need of board members. 9 meetings a year, during the day. Contact Maureen @ 749-3380. Karate Classes Tuesdays & Wednesdays at Delburne Community Hall. New members welcome. Contact Jan Temblay 749-2228. Violin Lessons for more information or to register contact Melissa Murphy at 749-2136. Piano Lessons for children 3 years old and older. Contact Lori Scott at 749-2038. Delburne Pottery Club Wednesday mornings at 9:00 am located at the rear of the Curling Rink. Contact Laura Wright 749-2136. Dip & Dab Painting Club Do you enjoy

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acrylic painting? Members welcome to join our club at no charge. Meet once a week. Call Marlene Buckland 749-2568 if interested. Delburne Light Horse Association Contact Darlene Schlag 749-2506 or 391-2731 Bingo every other Thursday. MacDonald 749-2388.

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Newcomers to Delburne Please stop by Neighbourhood Place for your Welcome Wagon package. Delburne Pharmacist Services - Alix Drugs provides a full prescription service for customers and Shannon Glover is able to deliver to Delburne and area residents. She can provide confidential delivery and counseling of medications. Call Shannon at 391-6775. 4th Annual Junior Forest Warden Craft Sale at the Delburne Community Hall, Saturday, December 13, 2003 from 3-8 pm. Tables for rent $5.00 or $8.00 with a backdrop. Chili & buns, coffee & tea and donuts available. Contact Helen @ 773-3573 for more information. Delburne Neighborhood Place Coordinator: Roanne Bryant (403) 749-3380. Hours: Monday to Thursday 10—3 pm PAC - Parent Advisory Council Contact Terry Davidson at 749-2477 for more info. Economic Development Group Marilyn McDougall @ 749-3949.

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Education Group Contact Corinne Hansen @ 773-3636 for more info. Breakfast Program Anyone wishing to share 45 min every two weeks with the Breakfast Program at the Delburne School please contact Neighborhood Place at 749-3380. Family School Wellness Worker - Elsie Ramsden Cell number is 304-6842 or Delburne School 749-3838 or Neighborhood Place 749-3380. Would you or an organization wish to take part in helping our community at Christmas? We had an overwhelming success last year with Adopting a Family. Call Laura Biggs at 749-2665 or Maureen at 749-3380. Delburne Centralized School Nov. 10 & 11 – No School Nov. 21 – No School Nov. 24-28 – Book Fair Nov. 27 – Parent/Teacher Interviews Dec. 12 – No School Dec. 20 – Jan. 4 – Christmas Holidays Please remember to phone the school ASAP when your child/children will be away. It helps us out a lot!!! We take school wide attendance at 9:00 am and again at 1:00 pm, class by class. Student Memberships for Harvest Gym Just a reminder for Delburne School students 14 years of age and older – Harvest Gym

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memberships for 2003/2004 school year are only $40.00 and are good until June 25th, 2004. We now have 4 large bins to collect our paper for recycling. A huge THANK YOU goes out to April Irwin and the Elnora Teens 2000, Rob Huston, Katelyn Allison and Mary Chaffin for sponsoring a bin. The bins are situated at various ends of the school to make collecting from each classroom easier. Corky Jones of Redneck Rubbish Removal will collect our paper and take it to the town’s recycle station for free. Thanks a bunch to Corky for her support. Thanks again to all who helped get paper recycling happening in our school again. Campbell Soup Labels At this time the school is still collecting Campbell Soup labels. Please make sure you save the whole label, including the UPC code. Thank you. Hot Lunch Program Thank you to all the volunteers, parents, staff and students supporting our hot lunch program. For November we will continue to have Hot Dogs every Wednesday for $1.00, except November 12th. Students may pre-order Friday’s meal on the Wednesday before. This would be very helpful. The canteen will also be selling juice, cereal bars and yogurt once they have a refrigerator in the room. If anyone has a refrigerator they would like to donate to the school, please let us know. Friday, November 14th Chicken Nuggets and Carrot Sticks: 3 Nuggets - $1.50 6 Nuggets - $2.50 Friday, November 28th Beef Stew with Biscuits: Small (250ml) - $1.50 Large (500) - $2.50 Anyone wishing to help out on Wednesdays or Fridays, please call Debi Volker at 749-2095. Homework If your child is away from school for more than two days, you can call the school at 749-3838 and we will gather up the homework for you for pickup by 2:00 p.m. The Fall Book Fair will be arriving soon so we need to line up our helpers. Please phone Robin at the school, 749-3838. Delburne 4-H Beef Club For more information please phone Deb Wells at 749-2651.

DELBURNE POTTERY CLUB The Delburne Pottery Club has started their 2003-2004 year. The members meet every Wednesday to create and also to teach their new members. This year the club is again offering a Children’s Workshop where the student will create five items, and have them wrapped and ready for Christmas. This class has 15 excited students registered and it began on Oct. 24, running for 6 weeks. We have completed our fall raku firing at Vern Allison’s with great success. Some of the raku was for sale at the Pottery Club table at the WI Sale on Nov. 1. This year’s outing will be at the Red Deer College to attend the musical Footloose, and then dinner at Mongoli Grill. Anyone interested in joining, please call Laura Wright at 749-2136.

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Bashaw Happenings

Bashaw Art Club For more information 780877-2529.

Bashaw Bus Society Shuttle every Tuesday and Thursday morning, 9:00 - noon. Trips to Camrose are offered on the 2nd Monday and the 4th Friday of the month. Call Marianne at 372-3631 for more information.

Community Kitchens Community kitchens is a program to assist individuals with meal planning and preparation in a cost effective and efficient manner. For further details or to register, please call 372-4074.

Bashaw Youth Centre open Monday 1 - 9:00 pm, Tuesday to Friday 11 - 9:00 pm. Phone 372-4048. Do You Have Jobs or Tasks Suitable for Youth? If so, contact Lorraine or Tanya and the Bashaw Youth Centre at 3724048! Happy Gang Seniors Centre Crib Thursdays 1:30 pm Shuffle Board & Bingo alternate every Wednesday at 1:30 pm 500 Mondays 1:00 pm Meetings - 1st Tuesday of each month @ 1:30 Contact Shirley Poirier at 372-2018. Meals on Wheels Meals are prepared by the Bashaw Valley Lodge and can be delivered to residences in Bashaw 5 days a week. The cost of each meal, including delivery, is $6. Meals consist of soup and salad, a main course, and dessert, and arrive approximately between 11:45 am and 12:30 pm. Gift Certificates are available! To book your meals or for more information, call Marj or Christine at 3724074. Bethany Lifeline BDSS offers this service to residents of Bashaw and surrounding areas. Women’s Institute meetings 1st Wednesday of the month at 1:30 pm. Contact: Alice Lowis 372-3897. Fire Department Meeting 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month Royal Purple Meeting 2nd Tuesday at 8 pm TOPS every Tuesday at 6:45 pm at the Anglican Church (use side door). Contact: Robin Baker at 788-2689. Bashaw Preschool Reading Program 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month at 11:15 am at the Library. Herbalist, Ann Wakelin at Neighbourhood Place. To book an appointment call Brenda Ball at 372-3044. Catholic Church Mass Time Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Bashaw Sunday 10:30 am Tuesday 7:00 pm Wednesday 8:30 am Office Hours: Wednesdays 780-372-3645

Dance Classes - Ballet, Jazz, Tap Call Roxanne Delay at (403) 350-3318. Yoga Classes Tuesdays 7-8:00 pm at Neighbourhood Place. Drop In fee $5.00 per class. Contact Beth Richardson 788-3835. Neighbourhood Newcomers A group of individuals who will provide an orientation of the community and its services to newcomers to the area. If you are interested in joining, or finding out more information, please call Neighbourhood Place at 372-3633! Tiny Tots a social, interactive group for children from 0-4 and their caregivers. It offers an opportunity for fun, friendship, socialization, and support for both adults and children. Wednesday, 10:00-11:30 AM at Neighbourhood Place. Please feel free to drop in! Head Start Bashaw School is starting a free breakfast program. They are looking for community individuals, groups and organizations to pledge a little or a lot to help make nutritious breakfasts for children in the school. Contact Lynn Woffindin at 372-3800. Bashaw Skating Club Calendars $10 each. Call Karen Bourdages 372-2447. Bashaw Adult Learning Council For more info or to register call 780-372-3648 Basic Internet - Nov. 13, 17, 19 at 7 pm Reiki I - Nov. 15 at 9:30 am. Fee: $150 Herbal Workshop - Nov. 22 at 1 pm. Fee: $10 Counseling Services BDSS will be offering Counseling Services through “Insight Psychological and Family Support Services”. Example areas of Counseling are: Couple/Marital Therapy, Stress Management, Sleep Disorders, Depression, Anger Management, Emotional

Disorders, Dream Analysis, Attachment Disorders, Burnout/Anxiety, Hypnosis. To inquire or book your appointment, call 372-4074 or 1-888-311-3501. Bashaw Well Child Clinics are held the 2nd Thursday of each month. Appointments are now being booked for November 13th. For appointments, please call Camrose Public Health at 679-2980. Working Women’s Wednesday Supper & Socialize on Wednesdays at Wong’s Restaurant at 5:30 pm. For more information contact Sheri Arsenault at 372-2375. Bashaw Municipal Library 3rd Silent Auction The Auction runs for the entire month of November. Due to the popularity of this auction the items that are donated this year are fabulous. From two (2) Oilers Tickets for March 2004 ($70 each) to knitted slippers, toques, mitts, pot holders, children's' games.

MINERAL RIGHTS INFORMATION SEMINAR NOVEMBER 19, 2003 LACOMBE MEMORIAL CENTER

7:00 PM TO 10 PM $10.00 each or a $25.00 membership GUEST SPEAKERS: MICHAEL NIVEN of Carsgallin & Lockwook, Calgary on Gross Royalty Trust DAVID SPEIRS– FHOA Geologist BRAD MURRAY on Marketing – well head to the Market Sponsored by: The Freehold Petroleum & Natural Gas Owners Association

Still the Most Popular Over and Under Available

Town Council Meetings 1st & 3rd Tuesdays Legion Bingo Wednesdays at 7:30 pm. The Bashaw & District Food Bank is located in the Neighbourhood Place building on main street. Any community member that is in need of assistance is welcome to access this service.

CITORI 525 FIELD Silver nitride receiver. Schnabel forearm and close radius pistolgrip stock. Sleek non-ported barrels. Ventilated recoil pad. Ventilated top rib with forward-angled posts. Wide, checkered, nonadjustable trigger. Flush-fit Invector-Plus™ choke tubes.

Bashaw Sports Centre 780-372-4440 Main Street, Bashaw

Friday, November 7, 2003

KEVIN SORENSON, M.P., CROWFOOT

CA Solicitor General Critic

REPORT FROM PARLIAMENT The abduction and possible sexual assault of 9-year old Cecilia Zhang in Toronto will renew calls for increased police resources to increase protection for the most vulnerable members of our society. This very sad case also reenforces the need for tougher penalties for crimes committed against children. Th es e th ou ghts flooded my head as I sat in the House of Commons Justice Committee recently reviewing Bill C-20. The federal Justice Minister made an attempt in Bill C-20 to toughen up the law regarding child pornography. Regrettably, as the Liberals have a habit of doing, they left too many issues unresolved within the legislation to make the law effective. Under this legislation the artistic merit defence used in the Robin Sharpe case was not eliminated, only repackaged as a component of the “public good” clause. I personally don’t see any public good in child pornography and therefore, reject this defence for possessing child pornography remaining in the Criminal Code. One of the biggest failures of this Liberal designed bill is that it will not protect children by raising the age of sexual consent from 14 years of age to at least 16 years. One

of the most frequently cited reasons from the opposing bench for not raising the age of consent is that it might criminalize sexual activity between young people close in age. This excuse is pure nonsense given that a “peer exemption clause” could be added to the Code. Britain, who has set their age of consent at 16, has a “close in age” exemption that can be used as a defence for sexually active teenagers while protecting those under 16 from being preyed upon by much older sexual predators. Currently, under the Criminal Code children younger than 14 are protected if they have “consensual” sex with a partner who is less than two years older than them. This clause simply needs to be extended, if the age of consent is raised, as it should be. Another failure of Bill C-20 is that it does not provide for tougher sentences for convicted pedophiles. Many police officers and other justice experts consider such light punishment a joke that only encourages child pornography to be distributed because offenders know there is virtually no punishment for this abhorrent crime. Police departments all across this country have been asking for more resources to fight crimes against children, particularly the huge proliferation of child pornography. They have asked for a national strategy to combat

the epidemic of child pornography on the Internet. And, Canada’s front-line law enforcers have been demanding effective l e gi s l at i o n t h at would assist them in protecting our children from the worst kind of criminals – those that prey on the innocent. All these demands have fallen on deaf ears and as a result, our children remain vulnerable to pedophiles. These demands will continue to go unanswered for many months if Parliament recesses as predicted. Rumour has it that the House of Commons will only sit for another three weeks before recessing until well into February 2004. This means that all outstanding pieces of legislation will be in limbo until Parliament is reconvened. This includes Bill C23, which establishes after years of pressure from the Canadian Alliance the national sex offender registry. The business of the nation should not be put on hold while the Prime Minister exits the national stage and Paul Martin enters the scene. The safety and security of our children should not be jeopardized because of the Liberals’ internal political problems. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this or previous columns, you may write me at 4945 - 50th Street, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1P9 or e-mail

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MISCELANEOUS

COMING EVENTS

FOR SALE

Curb-side Blue Box Recycling Service is available in Alix and Mirror. Telephone: Albertan’s Recycle 2001 at 747-2057 or 350-7394 for details.

50th Anniversary Gathering for Ernest & Orpha Brown Nov. 15 at the Alix Ag. Grounds. Drop in any time from 1:00 8:00 pm.

Moving, MUST SELL: Dining Room suite $750; Sofa hide-a-bed $400; Sofa & Loveseat $600; Buffet & Hutch $300; Bedroom suite $400; Maytag Washer & Dryer $900 (set); Sklar Papplar Sofa $50; Miscellaneous pictures, lamps, floral arrangements, etc. Call: 747-3133

FOR SALE

Toro electric snow shovel, used 3 times $25. Filter-Magic vacuum, in almost new condition; Water-Magic carpet cleaner, used twice, the pair $400. Ph. 747-2506. REAL ESTATE FOR RENT

Chautauqua ads really work! But--I still have 1 room in house and 1 private, furnished, sel fcontained suite for rent. NS/ND. Very reasonable. Connie 747-2217 IMMEDIATELY: Large 2 bedroom suite. Utilities incl. Overlooking picturesque Alix Lake. $625/mon. Ph.7473806.

Please join us for a 60th Birthday Open House for Bill Barritt, 7 pm Nov. 22 at Alix Community Hall. Program at 8. Alix Agricultural Society Annual General Meeting Monday, November 24, 2003. Snacks: 6:30 p.m. Meeting: 7:30 p.m. Everyone welcome

FALL SPECIAL: Prime finished yearling Buffalo, 1/2 or whole carcass, $2.25/lb, cut & wrapped. MFL Ranch Bison 7472500.

Christmas In the Country Customize your own Christmas party at Morris Meadows. We offer meals (made to order), hay rides, sleigh rides, skating (weather permitting), plays, singing, sing along, gift opening (Christmas tees and Santa included). Be different this year, plan the Christmas party you want. Book early while there are still a good selection of dates.

Have an Office Talent Party! Book before November 15, 2003 and use the theatre for free.

Ph. 788-2428

Classified Ad Rates: Minimum $3.50

OBITUARY

NIELSON – Mary (Molly) Hester Nielson passed away at the Lacombe Hospital and Care Centre on October 23, 2003 at the age of 94 years. She began her journey of life on November 6, 1908. Her blessed arrival brought joy to her parents James and Hester Rice of Fountain Town, AB. Molly found pure enjoyment and magic in her home hills south of Haynes along with her four brothers and sister. St. Patrick’s School was the beginning of Molly’s education. This began her thirst of further education along with her treasured books. Molly graduated from Camrose Normal School and taught in numerous one room schools including Stanton School where she met her husband Jack Nielson. In 1936 Jack and Molly were united in marriage in Edmonton, AB. From this union they raised three children. She was known for her kind loving spirit and her Irish humor. Predeceased by her husband Jack Nielson of Alix, grandson Shawn Nielson of Alix, three brothers, Bob and Bill Rice of Haynes and Jim Rice of Cork, Ireland, she is survived by her family, Ellen (Fred) Mueller of Joffree, Jack (Shirley) Nielsen of Alix, Eloise (Ross) Collinge of Lloydminster, SK, as well as 8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Also surviving are one brother John Rice of Armstrong, BC, one sister Hettie Bugg of Bentley, and numerous nieces and nephews, as well as numerous kin in Ireland and England. Funeral services were held at the Alix Community Hall on October 28, 2003. Interment followed at the Stone Cemetery. If friends desire memorial contributions may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation #101, 5208 53 Ave., Red Deer, AB T4N 5K2, or to the Canadian Diabetes Association #101, 4826 47 St., Red Deer, AB T4N 1R2. Wilson’s Funeral Chapel in charge of the arrangements. 403-782-3366.

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many miles across Canada, he can surely get me to the conference centre," I remember laughing to myself. It was obvious that Jimmy had the ability to create a connection with people within moments. I can't imagine how many people he's met in his lifetime. As he dropped me at the conference centre he asked, "What time are you heading back to the airport?" "Four o'clock," I replied. "I'll meet you right here at four." And he did. This got me to thinking. There is a much better chance that we will create a memory in someone else if we learn to just be ourselves. Instead of trying to present an image that we would like others to see, we should learn to just accept ourselves as we really are. Jimmy made no excuses for who he is, nor would it seem that he would be comfortable being anything else than who he already is. It's so easy to make a connection with people if we are genuine. It is easier to recall names, faces and experi-

By Kevin Burns Your Life Isn’t A Fairy Tale Roger flew into Northern British Columbia recently for a meeting. After landing in Prince George, he made his way outside of the airport to catch a shuttle bus to the downtown. Roger jumped up into the front seat of the airport shuttle and was amazed at what he saw on the front dashboard. He felt compelled to call me when he returned to his office. "You'll never guess what was sitting on the dashboard, " he said to me. "It was your business card." Roger laughed out loud. "Jimmy was your driver?" I asked him. "Yes he was. And he sure remembered you." Just a few weeks before, I had flown to Prince George for a conference that I had been asked to speak at. I had befriended the same driver. Jimmy was in his seventies and drove the route from the hotels and the conference centre to the airport and back. He was a very laid back man who seemed to love to laugh at himself as much as others. In that short trip from the airport, Jimmy had offered me a tour and history of Prince George. In addition, he told me stories of his job of driving moving vans across Canada. He knew every community in which I had ever lived across Canada. And to prove it, he would recall the landmarks in each community. "If he's driven that

ences when we're totally engaged in the conversations we have, instead of trying to think of the next clever thing to say in the hopes that people will like us. People like people who are present in their conversations. Jimmy and I both live by a principle I believe strongly in: What other people think of me is none of my business. Stop living your life trying to impress others. Impress yourself first and others will be impressed even more. Your life shouldn't be a fairy tale. Accept yourself as you are. Kevin Burns is a professional speaker, author and worldwide columnist who specializes in positive self-leadership through personal effectiveness. He believes that business gets better, relationships get better and life gets better, when we get better. Email: [email protected] or call 403-3464865.

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You CAN do it! by David Miller Alisha cried softly as she lay in bed, her 18-month-old between her and her sleeping husband. Although she loved her three young children very much, she realized that she was becoming more and more tired every day. Along with a lack of energy she had also begun to feel a sickness to her stomach on a regular basis. Her doctor had confirmed that she was pregnant - a "diagnosis" which made her very happy, but at the same time added to her level of stress. While she loved being a stay at home Mom, money was always tight, and despite the fact that she babysat the neighbor’s children during the day, it seemed as if there was just barely enough money to survive each month. Unsure of what to do, she confided in her husband. As she discussed her feelings with him out loud, she realized that she felt trapped at home. Her husband required their only vehicle - an older compact car - for work, and riding the bus with so many children was simply not a viable option for Alisha. As they discussed the problem in more detail, Alisha realized she had a great need for freedom. Even if she didn't use a second vehicle very often, just knowing it was available would help her feel the sense of freedom she so desperately desired. Although they were unsure how they would afford another vehicle, they

both believed that somehow, some way, they would be able to find something reliable that would fit their small budget. The next day, Alisha was astonished when a good friend whom she had not heard from for several months, called and asked if she would be interested in buying a car she had for sale. Alisha's friend mentioned that her 16year-old son had been using the car, but that due to rising insurance costs, they had decided it was a luxury that the family money tree was no longer going to support. Although an older model, the car had been very well maintained and Alisha quickly accepted the reasonable sale price her friend suggested. Alisha could not wait until the end of the week-only 6 days-until she could pick up the car. Upon putting down the phone Alisha noticed that her feelings of sadness and discouragement had lifted. She felt more like herself again, full of happiness and hope. She knew that her "new" vehicle, would be her ticket to the freedom she needed. The change in Alisha was so profound that her husband noticed the minute he walked in the door from work. The next day, however, Alisha got a phone call that shattered her hopes for freedom. Her friend apologized profusely, as she explained that her son had been accepted for a part-time job and could now afford to pay his own

insurance. Her friend had not known about the job at the time she called Alisha. Alisha hung up the phone. She was devastated. Her familiar gloomy feelings returned. She began to lose hope in ever getting the little bit of freedom she desired so strongly. Fortunately for her, in the end, everything worked out for Alisha, and she was able to purchase the car she wanted so much. This story illustrates the amazing link between our thoughts and our emotions. Many people buy into the false belief that the way we feel is a direct result of circumstances, hormones, the weather, or even the way we've been raised. In reality, however, nothing could be further from the truth. The way we feel is based on one simple thing: our thoughts. Let's review Alisha's experience. When her friend verbally "sold" her the car, Alisha’s circumstances remained exactly the same. She didn't actually see the car, sign the bill of sale, register it, drive it around town or park it in the driveway. But because her thinking changed her feelings and emotions instantly followed. Someone once said "If we will drastically alter our thinking we will be astonished at the rapid transformation that takes place." So if you want to change the way you feel, all you have to do is change the way you think. It's not easy, but remember: You CAN do it!

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ASK YOUR PHARMACIST! Written by L. Nicky Cockrum Submitted by Trish Verveda Chlamydia Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) also called ‘the clap.’ This infection is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis and is transmitted in bodily fluids through sexual contact with an infected person or from mother to child during birth. Women usually start to get symptoms within one to three weeks after exposure. Symptoms may include a burning feeling while urinating, urinating more often, unusual yellow vaginal discharge, pain during sex, vaginal bleeding between periods or after sex, and rectal pain or discharge. Symptoms in men usually appear within one to four weeks after exposure. Symptoms may include a burning feeling while urinating, urinating more often, discharge from the pe-

nis, pain or swelling of the testicles, and rectal pain or discharge. However, up to 25% of men and 50% to 70% of women who have chlamydia develop no symptoms, so the infection often goes undiagnosed. If left untreated, chlamydia may result in arthritis, pelvic inflammatory disease, chronic pelvic pain, tubal pregnancy, and infertility. The risk of getting chlamydia increases in people who have multiply sex partners, new sex partners, and in people who use intravenous drugs. Chlamydia is common in sexually active adolescents and young adults, especially women. These women (especially between the ages of 20 to 25 years) should be screened annual for the infection, even if they have no symptoms. Chlamydia can be diagnosed with a urine test or with a cotton swab of the mucus from the cervix or penis. An antibiotic can

effectively cure chlamydia when treated in the early stages. It is common for a person to have both chlamydia and gonorrhea at the same time, so the doctor may prescribe two antibiotics together to treat these infections. It is important that all sexual partners within the last 60 days be seen by a doctor to be tested and treated. Sex should be avoided until the antibiotic prescriptions are finished. Using a condom during sex helps to reduce the risk of getting chlamydia. It is important to note that having had chlamydia in the past does not protect you form getting it again. Consult your pharmacist for further information about gonorrhea. For more information about this and other STDs on the internet, visit Health Canada’s Sexually Transmitted Infections website at http://www.hcsc.gc.ca/pphbdgspsp/publicat/stdmts/sti_h.html.

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Did you know that animals are attracted to the sweet taste of coolant and ingesting just a small amount can cause an animal's death? Make sure to keep your pet protected when getting ready for winter. Do you want to control your dogs' barking or running from the yard? We now have perimeter control and bark control devices for sale. Ask our staff about them.

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Chocolate and other candies can be lethal to your family pet. Make sure candies are kept well out of reach of your cat or dog.

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Rent a trap from Alberta Animal Services to get rid of skunks and porcupines from your neighborhood!

For more information call: Alberta Animal Services at 347-2388 or www.albertaanimalservices.ca

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Horror-scope Aries: Problems with colleagues will develop into conflicts today if you persist in the ‘I'm always right’ syndrome, grow up. Taurus: Get back to doing what makes you happy this week. It really doesn't matter what that is as you know it won't make others happy. Gemini: Someone in your house will be less than accommodating this week. What a switch, as this time it's not you. Cancer: Try not to make promises that are impossible to keep. You never could keep a promise, and this week won't be any different. Leo: Weigh all the consequences before agreeing to take on a new job, you may not have the smarts needed to pull it off. Virgo: You will be tuned in and sensitive to others this week...or are you tuning into the wrong station? Libra: Be careful not to upset anyone who signs your paycheck...they simply can't take much more from you. Scorpio: Don't hesitate to entertain those who can provide you with valuable information and knowledge, you need all the help you can get. Sagittarius: Be direct with your boss, concerning your next action. He's had enough of you beating around the bush. Capricorn: Don't hesitate to consider moving, if it means a promotion, everyone who knows you will be pleased as punch. Aquarius: Don't lend money or possessions to friends or family. But then you don’t have anything to lend, do you? Pisces: You'll be trapped between unfinished business and family affairs this week, but that is nothing new. You are still trying to wiggle out of the last trap.

The Refreshment of Prayer By Angie Watters Rain is an amazing thing. It reminds me a lot of the time we spend communing with God in prayer. When we seek the Lord’s face, the result is a refreshed, renewed faith ready for growth. Just as the rain restores and prepares the fertile ground for growth, prayer reinvigorates us to embrace and enhance life more effectively. The rain cleanses and gives the ground life. The refreshment it provides, in conjunction with the sunshine, gives enormous capacity for growth.

Isn’t this the way prayer works as well? It renews and refreshes our faith and heart so that when we encounter a dry spell in our lives, we can use it for growth – just as the ground does with the sunshine. We need, and will encounter, both periods in our lives.

embrace all the blessings that life has to offer. It sustains us through the dry spells of life and refills the fount within us of love, acceptance, and assurance. The hope of tomorrow is found in the prayers of today.

Prayer equips us so that we may fully

Heart Health Tip of the Week Healthy Lifestyle • • •

Eating a lower-fat, higher-fibre diet. Being active. Being a healthy body weight.

Heart of the Land, David Thompson Health Region & Alberta Heart Health Project

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WORLD ADVENTURER By Alan E. Johnson The Big Village Moscow is the capital of Russia, and has a population of about 9 million people. The centre of government is the Kremlin, a red-brick walled fortress where the city has its beginnings. The area was probably first settled during the 10th or 11th centuries. In the following years it was the site of many battles between the natives and the Tatars, descendants of Genghis Khan's Mongol Horde. Eventually, Moscow became the centre of power, and began to expand into the surrounding areas. It was not until the 15th century, however, under a prince known as Ivan III (the Great) that they were able to free themselves of the Horde's influence. Ivan rebuilt the Kremlin, bringing in Italian architects to design new cathedrals. Ivan IV (the Terrible) greatly expanded Moscow's power east into Siberia and south to the Volga. By 1571, the population was about 100,000, one of the largest in the world. There followed a "Time of Troubles:" false tsars, civil wars, invasions, and Moscow being occupied by the Poles, before 16-year-old Prince Mikhail Romanov was elected Tsar. He founded a dynasty that ruled for over 300 years. Peter the Great built a new capital, St. Petersburg, on the Baltic to open up Russia to new ideas from the west. He disliked Moscow, as

do most St. Petersburgers, who think of it as "just a big village, not a real city." It was important enough to be Napoleon's main goal in 1812. After his troops began their occupation, though, a fire broke out that burnt most of the city, including the food. The French had to pull out after only one month. Moscow rebuilt itself, and replaced the defensive works with tree-lined boulevards and parks. Fearing the occupation of St. Petersburg by the Germans, the revolutionary government moved the capital back to Moscow in 1918. Stalin began a comprehensive rehabilitation campaign, building many broad thoroughfares, demolishing half of the city's artistic and historical landmarks, and erecting seven great, grey neoGothic skyscrapers called, the "Seven Sisters." The Nazis came close to Moscow during World War II, and a huge monument marks the spot, just outside the international airport Sheremetevo-2. After the war, huge housing projects were built. Planners shifted to building high rises in an attempt to keep the area of the city within its outer ring road. Since the fall of communism, these housing and state businesses have been sold off, and the old system of street names has been restored. There has been a great influx of luxury goods, advertising, bright lights, casinos, restaurants,

and night life. It is an interesting mix of "new Russians," enjoying the spoils of capitalism in one of the most expensive cities in the world while the majority remain among the lowest paid. This is where I woke up on the grey and rainy morning of May 5th. Before I could enjoy the sights of the city, I had to worry about getting out before my visa expired. I went to a travel agency recommended by the "Lonely Planet" guide, called "Infinity Travel." They were very helpful, and got me some cheap flights to Poland, and then from Poland to Canada. After that, I headed to the centre of town to take in what I thought were the most important sites to see. I traveled around Moscow via the subway, which is a something to see in itself. The first station opened in 1935, and much of the early work was overseen by Nikita Khrushchev, who drove the workers as hard as possible, and more. Nowadays, as many as nine million people ride every day, more than London and New York combined. The first stations were dug very deep, so that they could double as bomb shelters. After someone realized you couldn't dig deep enough to escape a rain of American missiles, stations were built closer to the surface. Some of the deepest are quite an experience to get to, riding an escalator that goes down five stories. Once on the

Friday, November 7, 2003 platform, riders can enjoy great artwork before their trains arrive. The Komsomolskaya station has mosaics of Russian military heroes (as well as the heroic metro workers). There are chandeliers to light the way. The Mayakovskaya has a central hall that is all stainless steel and marble (it won a prize at the 1938 World's Fair). The Novokuz netska ya has military basreliefs and ceiling mosaics, and the Ploshchad Revolyutsii features life-size bronze statues that illustrate the idealized roles of common men and women. My first stop was Lubanskaya Ploshchad ("ploshchad" means "square"). This is where the Lubyanka Prison is situated. The Lubyanka was formerly the headquarters of the Komitet Gosudarstvennoy Bez o p a s n o s t i (Committee for State Security), or KGB. This is where ene-

mies of the Soviets met their fate. From 1926 to 1990, this square was known as the ploshchad Dzerzhinskogo, after Felix Dzerzhinsky, the KGB's founder. A statue of him dominated the square until it was removed by a mob in 1991. There is now a humbler "Memorial to the Victims of Totalitarianism" in a little garden in the south-eastern corner. I left this area by a street called "Nikolskaya ulitsa," which passes through a neighbourhood called "KitayGorod" (Chinatown). There is nothing Chinese about it. "Kita" refers to the wattling, or palisades, that reinforced the earthen ramp that used to surround the area. This is one of the oldest parts of Moscow, settled since the 13th century, and long a trade and financial centre. It ends by passing between the GUM and the Kazan Cathedral. The GUM, or Go-

The Cathedral of Kazan

sudarstvennoy Universalny Magazin (State Department Store) was to my left (southwards). It was built in the 19th century to house over 1,000 shops. GUM once symbolized all that was bad about Soviet shopping long queues to look at empty shelves. It is now bustling with all manner of consumer goods. The Kazan Cathedral was originally erected in 1636 in thanks for the expulsion of the Polish invaders. It was a highly popular symbol of Russia's survival until Stalin had it torn down so that it would no longer impede the parades that were held in celebration of the workers and the revolution. It was rebuilt in 1993. The day was still quite grey, windy, and wet as I stood at the entrance of a 400 by 150 metre area so central to Russian history, Krasnaya ploshchad - Red Square.

Postcard courtesy of Alan E. Johnson

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Alix Wins 2nd Place Alix won 2nd place in the Small Community less than 1000 category at the October 21st Alberta First.Com Ltd. annual general meeting. At the meeting, the first annual Community Profile Awards by Alberta First.Com Ltd. were handed out in recognition of the efforts of communities who have developed dynamic and effective profiles on www.albertafirst.co m. Judges assessed each profile and assigned a score based on content quality, accuracy, visuals, technical aspects, and overall impression. Alberta First.Com provides valuable information to businesses and individuals interested in starting a business or locating in Alberta.

Alix Hotel

Welcomes All to the Annual

Customer Appreciation Night Friday, Dec. 5 Free Buffet ~ Live Entertainment

Come Support Our 4th Annual

Santas Anonymous Fundraiser Friday, Dec. 12 All proceeds from Draws to Santas Anonymous & the Food Bank! Help us support this very worthy cause

Lots of prizes! Fun for all! Watch for upcoming details on NEW YEARS EVE GALA

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The View From My Window By (Peeping) Thomasina I saw him again. Rest assured, I gazed at his delightful backside as long as I could. I would venture a conjecture that the reason for this sighting was his visit to none other than...yes, you guessed it...the only woman in this community who ever gets visits from all the best looking guys in town (they sure don’t come visit me)...Our Lady of Literature & Information. I wish I knew what she’s got that I don’t. While I am not normally a ‘stubble’ gal, I must admit that on him it made him look so adorably rumpled and...oh, be still my wildly beating cardiac organ, he flashed his dimples. I almost hate to be the one to admit it, but his better half is a very lucky woman to have him in her life. Speaking of Our Lady (I always do, don’t I?), do you know what she has been doing of late? I would like to suggest that the powers-that-be look into enforcing the local loitering laws. I noticed Our Lady, along with a young Lady-in-Waiting, dallying around the Literary Corner on both a weekend and a weeknight. I’m sure that on both occasions these young ladies were out past curfew. I noticed that there was a vehicle or two stopping to check them out. Did anyone think to ask them for ID? Have you noticed the increase in activity on our fair street? The establishment next to the Literary Corner has had a major overhaul and things have been happening almost without our knowing. Though once the new barrier is erected, we won’t be able to see what’s happening any more. I feel sorry for the workers - they have been thoroughly drenched while working so diligently. Hark...they’ve been frozen too! Could it be? Yes, he is back for a second week! He’s looking oh so wonderful and flashing his incredibly gorgeous dimples. Have I ever mentioned that I just melt when I see a guy with dimples? I almost missed seeing him leave the Literary Corner. Having seen him so much in the past little while, it has occurred to me that I have been a wee might, oh how would you say this, negligent in my spying on my favorite of favorite men from the Malt Monolith. In fact, I just realized that I haven’t mentioned them in eons. Though, as I am never at fault in any situation, I’m sure they are the reason why I haven’t seen them. Could they be hiding out in the monolith from safe, harmless little ol’ me? Were you on our fair boulevard during the storm? I was glancing out at the interesting patterns manifesting themselves in the heavenly dome above us, when I saw that the wind was blowing some interesting characters towards the Flame Combatants Facility. I chanced to spy a man sporting an interesting CAP atop his head in addition to Our Lady, a Helpful Handyman, a Neighbourly Lady, a Money Cruncher, Mr. Pharmacist and a handful of others whom I was unable to identify due to the relatively untimely releasing of the heavenly floodgates. Due to a state of affairs utterly beyond my jurisdiction (isn’t it always?), I was not able to participate in the Malt Monolith’s recent celebration. I tried not to despair when I found out that Our Lady was attending - she has the most annoying habit of gloating when these things happen and I have to stay home - most unladylike behaviour if you ask me. As I didn’t trust her to give an accurate accounting of the evening, I managed, at great personal risk to myself and involving rapid undercover maneuvers, to sneak a peek in the doorway of the Community Supper Facility. Hey...I knew that he would be there and I wanted to see if I could see him again. It was my almost-lucky night (had I been able to attend, it would have been totally lucky)...he was there, looking gorgeous as usual, and those dimples! Have I ever mentioned that I simply dissolve when a guy shows me his dimples? Fortunately, he was sitting fairly close to the entrance, so I didn’t have to risk being seen while I was observing the goings on. I did a quick scan of the area and saw a few of my favorite Malt Monolith guys, a handful of important villagers and Our Lady...who I noticed was sitting with a very, very good looking Malt Monolith member of staff whom I wouldn’t mind seeing the rear view of! Before I forget...a pat on the back to the festivity’s decorators - impressive job!! I had decided to share all the profound things I was observing, but the heavens decided to derail that plan by divulging a deluge which resulted in my viewing portal sporting a lot of wet splotches making it challenging to see anything! Oh well, I have the reminiscence of the prior week to sustain me through the current week. Imagine my fortune of getting to see him two days in a row! I sincerely hope that this doesn't mean that I will have to wait months before my next sighting of the gentle Malt Mouse, or his dimples. WAIT!!! He just drove by me! And again. It is official...the frozen filigreed particles which descend upon us during this season of frigid climatic conditions...have descended!

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VILLAGE OF ALIX COUNCIL MINUTES

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Alix Communities in Bloom By Marlene Kortzman The Alberta Communities in Bloom Association Judges visited Alix this year on July 31st. Their comments and suggestions were heard by our two representatives on September 13th, at the year end awards ceremony, held in Calmar Alberta. We have also received a written report. Once again Alix was awarded 3 blooms out of a possible top score of five blooms, for our efforts to improve the community. We would like to congratulate our neighbours Clive who received 3 blooms and Delburne who received a total of 4 blooms, it is great to know that the Communities in Bloom effort has united so many communities in this common cause to improve our surroundings and bring awareness to the value of tourism and the vital preservation of our environment. Some of the general comments in the judges written report for Alix were as follows: "Alix has now turned the corner, you are now working for yourselves and your community. We are lucky to have your village as part of Communities in Bloom. We do not believe Alix can look back now, other than to say 'we've come a long way'. You have worked hard on recommendations of the past report. You have worked hard in areas that are dear to you, but without the dedication of your committee and the support of your Mayor and Council who knows. Alix, you have a wonderful supportive community. Continue to strive for your personal best. Continue to develop your waste management programs. Waste management will continue to be an issue in the future. Reduction and Reusability are other parts of waste management programs, are you ready to address these? Congratulations on your 'Yellow Fish Road Program'! We enjoyed your parks. The playground by the trailer park area was incredibly beautiful surrounded by laurel leaf willows, and nestled away, it's a real gem. The Centennial Park is a heritage landscape site please continue to provide this work of art. Enjoy your community, you have a lot in this fair town to be proud of. Continue to support your parks. Last but by no means least, are your natural wood lots, these we feel are sacred ground: cherish them." Please remember that the vitality of the whole community is considered by the judges, this includes club programs, commercial business projects as well as individual residential efforts to improve and maintain our community. In closing a special thanks to our vivacious leader Karen Nowlin for her optimistic encouragement and dedication to our projects, to Val Snethlage for her time and artwork, to Carol Timperley for bringing to our attention the Heritage Park site, for designing the flower beds and her diligent efforts to maintain the site. Last, but not least, a big thanks to Don Gibson and the village crew for assistance and rescue at times of need. Thanks to Council and Administration who encourage us with their interest and continued support. With all of us working together for the betterment of our surroundings we can make Alix the jewel of central Alberta. Anyone wishing to join the on going efforts of our group, or who has comments suggestions or ideas for future projects, please phone: Karen Nowlin @ 747-2800, or the Village Office for more info @ 7472495. Thanks to all who've helped in the past, we hope you'll join us again in the future.

WESTCAN RAHR MALTING Information and Photo from Westcan personnel The tower malting system design (below) allows for gentle movement of grain by gravity. This reduces the use of conveyors and the possibility of damage from handling. The computer-controlled, fully-automated production system continuously monitors all processes to ensure consistent finished malt quality. The steeping process begins in stainless steel, conical tanks at the top of the tower. Here the barley is washed with cool water which is changed every 8 to 10 hours and vigorously aerQuick Facts ated. Tower height: After 24 hours in the conical steep tanks, the • 200 ft, equals 20 barley is dropped into a flat-bottomed steep for story building a further 24 hours. Both immersion and spray Batch size: steeping are possible to meet required malt • 480 tonnes specifications. Bottles of beer/ Germination boxes can hold 431 tonnes of batch: 3 million green malt in each of four levels. They are cir- Kernels of barley/ cular to ensure uniform air movements. batch: 11 trillion Kilning takes place in two independent single- If you fell off the top deck kilns, each 29 meters in diameter. This of the tower it would large surface allows for shallow malt bed depth, take almost 4 sec. to hit the ground! assuring optimum uniform malt quality.

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Medical Clinic Monday & Wednesdays 9:30 - noon

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Effie Butterwick

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Time for Tots 10:00 am @ E-Free Church

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FRI. Transfer Station Hours Thurs., Fri., & Sat. 10:00 - 6:00

Appointments: 747-2130

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Preschool Story Time @ Library @ 11:00 am

Yoga 5:00 & 7:00 pm

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Preschool Story Time @ Library @ 11:00 am

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Chamber of Commerce Council Meeting noon @ United Church

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Eileen Harvey

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Lions Club

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WI meets 1:30 pm Irene Guynup 747-2794

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PAPER DAY!

Yoga 5:00 & 7:00 pm

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24 Alix Ag Society AGM

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Christmas Market 9 - 2 Christmas Extravaganza

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