Chautauqua Friday, April 15, 2005

“Bringing traditions of the past to the business of today”

2005 Vol. 4, No. 8

To the people and businesses of Alix & area, my wife and myself would like to thank you all for your patronage & friendship over the last 4 & a half years. To the many students of the “ALIX TAE KWON DO SCHOOL" both past and present, a very heartfelt THANK YOU for all the fun and good times. Hopefully you will continue with your studies. We hope you all continue to support ALIX FOOD TOWN and it’s new owners John and Ann Kim. Thank you again, Shawn and Mary Ahn

Friday, May 6, 2005 at 7 pm Alix Arena World Professional Bull Riding, featuring 30 of North America’s Rankest bulls and top Bull Riders

Dance to follow - Sound Fun Entertainment Jr. Wild Horse Race ~~ Mexican Poker Advance Tickets available at: Alix Home Hardware 747-2414 Bar Diamond Farm & Ranch Supplies 747-3236 Adults $15 (bullriding & dance) Students (7 - 17) $8 (bullriding only) 6 & under Free Dance only Tickets (must be 18 yrs & over) $10 Mirror School recently held their D.A.R.E. Program graduation. Merv Griffin, of the Camrose RCMP detachment, was on hand, as well as Comrade Jerry Klink, of Mirror Legion Branch #189. Special thanks to the Legion for sponsoring the D.A.R.E. program for our students.

Good morning, This is God. I will be handling All of your Problems today. I will not need Your help, so have A miraculous day.

Alix Arena Association By Sherry Wardley The Alix Arena Association is proud to present the Third Annual Alix Ice-Breaker Bull Riding Classic on Friday, May 6, 2005. The Bull Riding Classic is an annual fundraising

Photo courtesy of Mirror School.

Alix Arena Association is proud to present this as a fundraiser for the maintenance and upkeep of the Alix Arena.

event supporting the maintenance and upkeep of a vital community resource - the Alix Arena. For the past 59 years, the Alix Arena was served as the hub for countless community, school and sports activities. Since the original building was completed in 1946, the facility has seen only a handful of major upgrades the first being the addition of the existing dressing rooms in 1967/68, and the second series of upgrades in 1996 to ensure the Arena continues to be a safe recreational facility for all. The Alix Arena Association was established in 1999 to oversee and maintain daily operation of the facility, and reports directly to the Village of Alix. The continuing goal of the Association is to improve and expand the value and functionality of this key community resource. With this goal in mind, the Arena Association initiated fundraising efforts in 2002 with the first Annual Bull Riding Classic. With just their first two events, the Asso-

ciation raised approximately $39,000. Upcoming fundraising efforts include the 3rd Annual Ice-Breaker Bull Riding Classic, and, on the August long weekend, volunteers will also be working a casino in Red Deer. As it has since 1946, community support is vital to the continued improvement and maintenance of the Alix Arena. Volunteers are always needed and always welcome! Please contact any Arena Board member if you have time or talent to contribute. With your support, the Alix Arena Association is committed to keeping the Alix Arena a safe multi-purpose recreation facility for this, and future generations of our community. The 2005 Alix Ice-Breaker Bull Riding Committee would like to thank al of the community businesses, sponsors, and countless volunteers who have made the 3rd Annual Bull Riding Classic a reality. Working together, we are ensuring the future of the Alix Arena and preserving the heritage of Alix as a better place to raise families!

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FROM THE EDITOR’S COMPUTER Spring is officially here. The geese are back, the gophers are darting around drivers’ wheels, the pussy willows are out, and buds are starting to emerge on the trees. Birds are chirping loudly every morning. Grass is getting greener and winter garments are being exchanged for lighter and thinner garb. People are starting to think about working in their yards, and stores are stocking seeds. More and more people are getting outside to go for a stroll during these beautiful days. Spring is a time of renewal and new growth. Nature throws off the dreariness of winter and garbs herself in rich greens and bright flowers. What I find to be most reviving about this spring, is the water in the ditches and low places. It perks one up to see the dry places wet again. The spring rains are also a welcome sight. If you got in a rut over winter, allow this season of renewal and growth be a time of renewal and growth for you as you try something new.

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MUSINGS By Kevin Burns Accommodating A Good Attitude It was a beautiful sunny day beside the ocean. I had chosen to take a walk that day since I’ve learned, and science backs it up, that walking is good for relaxing your mind, your ability to think clearly and is also good for your demeanour. The walk took me around a hotel overlooking the ocean in

British Columbia. It was the same hotel I was staying at. As I rounded a corner of the hotel, I stumbled upon the staff rest area. As I got closer, two of the staff waved at me and said hello. It’s not often that you find

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hotel staff being pleasant when they don’t have to be so I decided to stop and chat a bit with these two strangers. Bruce and Laura were relaxing during their coffee break in the beautiful sunshine. They both had big smiles on their faces and welcomed anyone who wished to join them during their coffee breaks. Over the course of our chat for fifteen or so minutes, not once did I hear them complain about their job, their life or about anything in fact. They continued to smile during our conversation and not once did they act anything but professional. “So what’s it like to work here?” I asked. “It’s a great place to work,” Bruce replied. “Besides, your job is what you make it isn’t it?” Laura chimed in with a huge beaming smile on her face. Over the course of the next day, I ran into both Bruce and Laura several times. Every time I would see them they would either wave or say hello. Every time they did it with big smile on their faces. Occasionally I would see them when they hadn’t seen me and I would notice that in the course of carrying out their jobs, they were smiling every time I saw them. This got me to

thinking. Our jobs really are what we make of them aren’t they? Whining about our jobs to our coworkers doesn’t fix the job. Whining to ou r co - wo r ke rs really doesn’t fix anything does it? There was a time, I suppose, when I believed that every boss I had ever had was a graduate of the same “Jerk Boss” school. It was only once I figured out that the common denominator in every bad job I had ever had in my life was me. I was the one constant through every bad job. Every boss was different, every task was different, every place I worked was different so why is it that every job that I was involved in was bad? There is only one common denominator: me. So before we all start to pooh-pooh our jobs, remember the last job and the job before that. Were all the jobs bad? Maybe it isn’t the job that needs fixing. Maybe it’s the person doing the job that needs a little fixing up. Fix your attitude about your job and trust me, the job will get better. Kevin Burns is the world's only Instigational (Leadership) Speaker and author of over a half-dozen self-help books and CD's. More info at www.kevburns.com.

Heart Health Tip of the Week Take a moment or two today to enjoy the laughter of a child, the song of a bird, the brilliance of a beautiful central Alberta sunset. Enjoying the small pleasures in life is healthy for your body, mind and soul. Heart of the Land, David Thompson Health Region & Alberta Heart Health Project

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Lacombe Art Exhibit & Sale a Showcase for Central Alberta Visual Artists Central Alberta is home to a great number of talented artists. From Westerose to Wetaskiwin and Big Valley to Sundre, their creative efforts will be featured at the 2005 Lacombe Art Exhibit & Sale. In fact, more than 50 artists from across Alberta will be exhibiting and selling their artwork on April 22, 23 and 24 at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. This year’s Featured Guest Artist is watercolour painter Alan Tong of Lacombe. Visitors to the 2005 Lacombe Art Exhibit & Sale will find a variety of artwork representing more than 20 expressive mediums, including oils, acrylics, watercolour, pen & ink, pottery, prints, pencil, photography, chalk pastels, mosaic & tile furniture, carved glass & tile, clay sculpture, charcoal, painted tiles and rakufired ceramics. Every art lover is sure to find something captivating to enjoy! Meander through the art show at a leisurely pace while enjoying live musical performances by a flutist, guitarist, pianist or vocalist. Our wonderful entertainers are young, aspiring local talents who will set a relaxing ambience as you work your way through the many works of art. Local artists on display will include Jan Howden-Paul and Sonja Zacharias from Clive, Verna Alison of Delburne, the Parlby Creek Brushketeers of Tees, and the students of Alix MAC School. In addition to the exhibit of the many works of art, our featured guest artist, Alan Tong will provide three public presentations demonstrating his unique style. Transforming a blank page in to a work of art, Mr. Tong will explain his creative process. Presentations will be Friday at 5:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 pm. Several of the artists will actually be creating new works during the three-day show. Come hungry! Our Gourmet Café will be serving scrumptious light meals and delectable desserts. For the third year running, the PalALIX COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS Alix Chamber of Commerce Marilyn Sutley Alix Fire Department Jim vonHollen Alix MAC School Rod Phillips Alix Public Library Beth Richardson Citizens on Patrol Steven Duffin Community Services Board Glenna Carlsoncro Meet & Greet Service Mary Flexhaug Alix Food Bank Eve Keates Alix Agricultural Society Wanda McKendrick 788-2274 Parelli Natural Horsemanship Group Wanda McKendrick 788-2274 Alix Curling Club Glenna Carlson 747-2107 or 747-2030

The Chautauqua ette Pleasers will be coordinating the café and its menu, with proceeds going to the Lacombe Arts Endowment Fund in support of our budding youth artists. Exhibition hours at the Lacombe Memorial Centre are: Friday, April 22 1 - 8 pm Saturday, April 23 10 - 8 pm Sunday, April 24 11 - 4 pm Admission is $2/person, 12 & under free of charge. We look forward to seeing you at Lacombe’s 6th Annual Art Exhibit & Sale!

FROM THE CHAMBERS Submitted by the Village of Alix Staff Administration change the Village of Alix Council and Staff wish Terry McMullon well in his future endeavors. Brenda Knight has been appointed Acting Administrator until the position can be filled. CPR Pathway - the pathway had to be closed due to the purchase agreement with CPR. Application is being made to CPR to allow for a pathway. It’s Spring the snow has melted and that means it’s clean up time. Let’s make Alix one of the most beautiful, tidy, clean Villages in the Province. Good news from the AMEC Group regarding the Village Water Situation, the report shows that we have a 5 year window to work with to secure a long term water solution. Summer Employment the Village will be hiring two people under the Summer Temporary Employment Program this year. Applicants must be 16 years old and over. There is no restriction on maximum age. Alix Figure Skating Club Mary Borgens Alix Lions Club Pat Dahl Alix Minor Hockey Karen Novakowski Carroll Club Lillian Fair Haunted Lakes Golf Club Russ Slattery Haunted Lakes Pony Club Carina Forsstrom Time for Tots Jeannie Oppeboen Ripley Community Hall Connie Barritt Stanton Community Hall Diane Gessleman Three Links Society Lacombe Foundation Women’s Institute Irene Guynup United Church Women Jean McDermand

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Neighbourhood Network News Volunteer Week-April 2005 Neighbourhood Network would like to thank all those individuals who have volunteered their time and talents over the past year to help us in our goal of supporting the communities of Alix and Mirror. We look forward to working with you again.

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Luc Bailly ~ Coordinator Box 132 Alix, AB T0C 0B0 Ph: (403) 788-2996 ~ Fx: (403) 788-2996 Email - [email protected]

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

Librarian: Beth Richardson

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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:

LIBRARY CARD FEES: $5 - individual and $10 - family. You can use your library card at virtually every public library in the province at no extra cost.

New Books Fire by Night by Lynn Austin - One deceived by a life of wealth and ease, the other desperate to flee her true identity…

Please note: A library card that has been inactive for over a year will be deleted from the database. Please keep your membership account current.

Mobsters & Rumrunners of Canada: Crossing the Line by Gord Steinke - During the 1920s, Prohibition laws in the US led to lucrative deals between business-savvy Canadians and their mobster connections south of the 49th parallel. The ensuing crime sprees have become part of the rich folklore of the Roaring Twenties… Straight Talk on Discouragement by Joyce Meyer - We have all been disappointed when things did not turn out as we had planned...When it seems as if everything is going wrong, this book will teach you how to deal with disappointment and turn it around. Another Use For...101 Common Household Items by Vicki Lansky - your A - Z guide to marvelous, multiple uses for everyday items you have in your house. Chicken Soup for the Gardener’s Soul: 101 Stories to Sow Seeds of Love, Hope and Laughter - Gardening tips, wisdom and stories to warm your heart.

The Lois Hole Library Legacy Program - Grow Your Library - You can help make a difference by investing in the future of Alberta through a legacy donation to one of Alberta’s libraries. You can create a tribute to someone dear to you, recognize milestones or special occasions in the lives of family and friends (anniversaries, graduation), or other forms of legacy gifts such as bequests, named endowments and trusts. REMINDER Anyone with a library card from Alix Public Library who resides outside of Alix corporate limits, within the County of Lacombe, is asked to please supply the library with your legal land description. Thank you for your cooperation. Board Members Wanted - We are looking for individuals interested in sitting on the Library Board. Meetings are held every 6 weeks. Please contact the library at 747-3233 if you are interested in joining the Board. BOOK SALE - We have a number of gently used books for sale at the Library. We also accept book donations. ONLINE CATALOG http://alixpublic.prl.ab.ca Select Catalogue. To request titles or to check your library account, you need your 14-digit barcode from your library card and a PIN (last 4 digits of your phone number). _______________

WHEN IN MANITOBA… Join us as we travel across this great land of ours. Please join us at the Library as we visit the highways and byways of Manitoba on April 16, 2005, with a potluck supper at 6:30 pm. There will be a time to share your favourite stories/memories of places you’ve visited or lived.

Parenting Resources @ Your Library Keep Your Kids Safe on the Internet by Simon Johnson - a practical, well-researched guide to help parents minimize the Web’s potential drawbacks. From First Kicks to First Steps: Nurturing Your Baby’s Development from Pregnancy Through the First Year of Life by Alan Greene - Dr. Greene answers all your questions from pregnancy through to your baby’s first birthday including: Does a fetus dream? How can I get my child to like vegetables? How soon can I get my baby to sleep through the night? The Fussy Baby: How to Bring Out the Best in Your High-Need Child by William Sears Respond to baby’s needs and you will build up your own sensitivity. Trust baby to tell you what he needs and he will learn to trust himself. Angry Children, Worried Parents: Seven Steps to Help Families Manage Anger by Sam Goldstein - Anger appears to be all around us, and parents worry when their children have problems with anger.

Alix Community Services Coordinator: Glenna Carlson 747-2030 Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 8:30 to 12:00. Spring has sprung and it is just great out there. Some people have approached me about youth baseball, instead of soccer. If you are interested in putting your child in this sport, or helping out, please let me know. We will be having a meeting next week. Skateboard Park: We will be gearing up for upcoming activities so watch for further events. Welcome to A.A.: Friends of Bill W. are welcome to join us in the basement of the United Church in Alix, 8 - 9:00 pm starting on Sunday, May 8th. For more information call Joanne G. 747-3965.

VILLAGE OF ALIX Employment Opportunity The Village of Alix is seeking an individual to conduct a local Census for 2005. Please contact the Village of Alix Office for more information. Resumes will be accepted at the Alix Village Office via fax 403-747-3663 via email [email protected] until noon Thursday, April 28, 2005

ALIX ARENA ASSOCIATION is seeking tenders for the rental of the

ALIX ARENA CONCESSION The Concession shall be open from approximately October 15, 2004 to March 15, 2006. The Caretaker will be responsible for the overall operation of the Concession. Please submit a sealed tender bid, on a per month basis, for the Concession rental to: Alix Arena Association Box 749 Alix, AB T0C 0B0 Tenders must be received by Monday, May 16, 2005 The Alix Arena Association reserves the right to reject any or all tenders.

EVENTS IN TEES Yoga New Session starts Apr. 4 to June 6th. Mondays 7 - 8:30 pm. $40 for 10 classes or $5/ class. Call Nadine 788-0003 Tees 50+ meet Tuesday afternoons at 1:30 pm at the Tees Hall. Tees Agricultural meetings 2nd Tuesday of each month at 8 pm at the Tees Hall.

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"Tootsie."

Which of the following are true and which are false?

20. Michael Jackson owns the rights to the South Carolina State anthem.

Source Unknown

21. In most television commercials advertising milk, a mixture of white paint and a little thinner is used in place of the milk.

1. Apples, not caffeine, are more efficient at waking you up in the morning.

22. Prince Charles and Prince William NEVER travel on the same airplane, just in case there is a crash.

2. Alfred Hitchcock didn't have a belly button.

23. The first Harley Davidson motorcycle built in 1903 used tomato can for a carburettor.

3. A pack-a-day smoker will lose approximately 2 teeth every 10 years. 4. People do not get sick from cold weather; it's from being indoors a lot more.

24. Most hospitals make money by selling the umbilical cords cut from women who give birth. They are used in vein transplant surgery.

5. When you sneeze, all bodily functions stop, even your heart!

25. Humphrey Bogart was related to Princess Diana. They were 7th cousins.

6. Only 7 per cent of the population are lefties.

26. If coloring weren't added to Coca-Cola, it would be green.

7. Forty people are sent to the hospital for dog bites every minute.

Now you just won't believe this...

8. Babies are born without kneecaps. They don't appear until they are 2 6 years old.

But...

9. The average person over 50 will have spent 5 years waiting in lines. 10. The toothbrush was invented in 1498. 11. The average housefly lives for one month. 12. 40,000 Americans are injured by a toilet each year. 13. A coat hanger is 44 inches long when straightened. 14. The average computer user blinks 7 times a minute. 15. Your feet are bigger in the afternoon than any other time of day. 16. Most of us have eaten a spider in our sleep. 17. The REAL reason ostriches stick their head in the sand is to search for water. 18. The only two animals that can see behind themselves without turning their heads are the rabbit and the parrot. 19. John Travolta turned down the starring roles in "An Officer and a Gentleman" and

They are all true....

VILLAGE OF ALIX Summer Employment Opportunities The Village of Alix is accepting applications for: Two (2) Summer Temporary Employment Program Workers July 4, 2005 - August 26, 2005 STEP applications must be at least 16 years of age Applications for all summer positions must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license. Experience is not necessary but will be taken into consideration during the hiring process. The successful applicants will be required to work in various Departments of the Village. Manual labor will be involved in the positions. Additonal information regarding these positions can be obtained at the Village Office. Detailed resumes can be mailed to: Village of Alix Box 87, Alix, AB T0C 0B0 Faxed to: 403-747-3663 or dropped off at the Village Office: 4849 - 50 Street, Alix Closing date for all applications is noon, Friday, May 6, 2005 All applicants are thanked for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

JAMES STRACHAN

9:30 a.m.

Dreams pass into the reality of action. From the actions stems the dream again; and this interdependence produces the highest form of living. - Anais Nin

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VILLAGE OF CLIVE Clive Village Office 784-3366 Clive Mayor: Marvin Wieler Deputy Mayor: Karen Gardiner Website: www.clive.ca Council meetings are the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Town Office. Community Sign on Hwy 12 to have an event put up call 784-3414

Clive is Alive Eclipse Community Appreciation Supper Potluck supper (bring your own plates and cutlery) on Friday, April 15th at 6 p.m. to recognize donors as well as volunteers who helped with the foundation, moving, and new addition of Eclipse Hall. Everyone welcome. Contact Dave 8855281 or Marg 782-2408 for more information. Clive-Tees Neighbourhood Place Annual General Meeting April 19 at 7:30 pm at the Neighbourhood Place community office. Everyone welcome.

Clive and District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) 784-3277 Fax 784-3273 Coordinator: Bonnie Wildeman Monday 9 - 3:00, Thursday 9 - 12

Historical Foundation Meeting April 20 at 7 pm at the Neighbourhood Place building.

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 Sports Day Weekend will be held June 18 & 19th. For more information contact Susan Bright at 784-3334.

Thrift Store Tuesdays 1 - 5:00 pm Wednesdays and Thursdays afternoons (call Louise 784-3414 or Edith 784-3171). Volunteers are needed. Neighbourhood Place McPhedran 784-3171

Open Tuesday and Wednesday. Call Edith

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

Ag Society Meeting Thursday, April 21st at 7:30 pm in the Arena.

To register for Soccer, contact Shirley Boyack at 784-2100. Clive Seniors Circle Join them on Monday afternoons at 1:30 pm for friendship, floor curling, shuffle board, pool, cards or carpet bowling. All activities are at the Meeting Room. Contact Albert Wagner for more information at 782-2409. Whist parties at Haynes Hall. For dates and times call Wayne at 7842206. Clive & Area Homecoming 2005 July 1 - 3, 2005. Activities will include fireworks Friday night, wagon rides to tour the village on Saturday, Show ‘n Shine, Drive-In Movie, old-time dance, suppers and breakfasts, and the sale of heritage tapestry afghans of the village by a local artist. This is your invitation to attend Homecoming 2005. To confirm attendance please contact Marion Grose 784-3535, Avis Sayers 784-3973, Sheila Edmondson 783-8453, or Margaret Rowley 784-3507. Early bird price of $30 before April 30th. Clive School events Apr. 25 - School Council meeting Apr. 29 - No School To Rent the following facilities, please call: Westling Hall Lisa Bierens 784-2574 Tees Hall Gerry or Karen 784-3660 Haynes Hall Terry 340-0627 ____________________________

CLIVE AND DISTRICT FCSS NEWS FCSS and The Village of Clive invite all community members to pick up a ticket for the VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EVENING to be held APRIL 22 at 7:30 pm at the Clive Community Hall. Tickets are available at the FCSS and/or the Village office. Our guest for the evening is Mr. Bob Layton - CHED News Director from Edmonton. For further information call 784-3277. Author Unknown Now I lay me Down to sleep I pray the Lord My shape to keep. Please no wrinkles Please no bags And please lift my butt Before it sags.

Please no age spots Please no gray And as for my belly, Please take it away. Please keep me healthy Please keep me young, And thank you Dear Lord For all that you've done.

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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 For further details or to register, please call 372-4074.

Bashaw Youth Centre open Monday - Friday 1:00 - 9:00 pm. Phone 372-4048. Do You Have Jobs or Tasks Suitable for Youth? Happy Gang Seniors Centre Crib Thursdays 1:30 pm Shuffle Board & Bingo alternate every Wednesday at 1:30 pm 500 Mondays 1:00 pm Meetings - 1st Tuesday of each month @ 1:30 Contact Shirley Poirier at 372-2018. Meals on Wheels To book your meals call Marj or Christine at 372-4074. Bethany Lifeline BDSS offers this service to residents of Bashaw and surrounding areas. Women’s Institute meetings 1st Wednesday of the month at 1:30 pm. Contact: Marnie Ennis 372-4302. Fire Department Meeting 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month Royal Purple Meeting 2nd Tuesday at 8 pm TOPS every Tuesday at 6:45 pm at the Anglican Church (use side door). Contact: Robin Baker at 788-2689.

Tiny Tots offers an opportunity for fun, friendship, socialization, and support for both adults and children from 0-4. Tuesday, 10:00-11:30 am at Bashaw United Church. Please feel free to drop in! Children and Parent Skill (CAPS) Enhancement Boxes are AVAILABLE for loan in the community FREE of charge. If you are interested in borrowing one of the Boxes, please call 372-4074. Bashaw Well Child Clinics 3rd Tuesday of each month. For appointments, please call Camrose Public Health at 679-2980. Working Women’s Wednesday Supper & Socialize on Wednesdays at Wong’s Restaurant at 5:30 pm. For more information contact Sheri Arsenault at 372-2375. Knitting / Crocheting / Quilting Group at Golly’s Restaurant from 2 – 4 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays. Drop-in welcome. For more information call Lydia at 372-3777. Bashaw RCMP Victim Services Committee Contact Ed Hagel at 780-372-3508. Bashaw Thrift Store Tuesday & Fridays. We are looking for VOLUNTEERS! Please contact Joan at 372-3650.

Natural Health Practitioners - Ann Wakelin, Brenda Ball & Robin Bennett. To book an appointment call CLR Healing Center 780372-HEAL (4325). For pedicures, waxing & reflexology at CLR call Rita Reich at 3722129. Janet, therapeutic and relaxation massage therapist at 780-372-4243.

Bashaw Daycare - Monday - Friday 8 am - 6 pm. For more information contact 372-2053.

Bashaw Pentecostal Church (5020 48 Ave) Services: 11:00 am & 6:30 pm Potluck Supper: 5:00 pm Town Council Meetings 1st & 3rd Tuesdays Bashaw & District Chamber of Commerce 4th Tuesday at the old Provincial Building The Bashaw & District Food Bank located at Neighbourhood Place. Any community member that is in need of assistance is welcome to access this service. Legion Bingo Wednesdays at 7:30 pm.

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

Neighbourhood Newcomers If you are interested in joining, or finding out more information, please call Neighbourhood Place at 372-3633.

Bashaw Preschool Reading Program 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month at 11:15 am at the Library.

Catholic Church Mass Time Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Bashaw Saturday evenings 7:30 pm Tuesday (except 1st of the month) 7:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration - Last Fri. of mon. 1 pm Office Hours: Wednesdays 780-372-3645

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Bashaw Bottle Depot Wednesday & Saturday

9 - 5:00 pm.

Bashaw Skating Club contact Karen 3722447 for more information. Bashaw Medical Clinic Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am – 3:45 pm; closed for lunch noon 1:30 pm. Friday 8:30 am - 2:00 pm. Physician: Dr. Koen Call Cheryl & Shirley @ 372-3740 Bashaw School has a complete workout/ weight room available for public use. For more information and to discuss annual key rental, contact the Principal at Bashaw School at 372-3800. Bashaw Adult Learning Council For more information on upcoming courses call 780-372-3648 Yoga Tuesday evenings, until the end of April. 7 - 8:00 pm. Living the Life You Dream! Date TBA $15. Basic Internet June 7 & 8 at 6:30 pm. $30. BBQ Course with Chef Jon: June 19 at 1:00 pm. Cost $50.

!! MARK YOUR CALENDAR !! Bashaw School Variety Night Friday, April 15, 7:00 pm at the school. Admission is a donation to the Bashaw Food Bank. BDSS Annual Meeting April 15 at 7 pm at Neighbourhood Place. Bashaw & District Food Bank Annual Meeting Apr. 15 at 6 pm at Neighbourhood Place. Bashaw Adult Learning Council Annual Meeting April 18 at 7:00 pm at Neighbourhood Place. Child Specific First Aid/CPR May 14 & 15 from 9 - 5 pm. $110 (may be subsidized). Contact Christine at 372-4074. Bashaw Hall of Fame Nominations accepted until May 31, 2005. Forms available at Neighbourhood Place or contact Pam Miller at 372-2031. _______________________ Bashaw Ag Society Events May - Sept Farmer's Market (Tues. 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm) May 20 - 23 Festival of Stars June 2 - 5 Mixed Slo-Pitch Tournament June 10 - 12 Rodeo & Wagon Races July Camrose 4-H Dairy Show July 8 - 10 2nd Annual Bunnock Tournament July 22 - 24 Old Tyme Dance Jamboree Aug. 5 - 7 Bashaw Bluegrass Blast Aug. 19 - 21 Canadian Youth Rodeo workshop & competition

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Friday, April 15, 2005 Delburne 4-H Beef Club For more information please phone Deb Wells at 749-2651.

Bingo every other Thursday. Delburne Chamber of Commerce Meetings held at the Village Office. Noon meetings held the last Thursday of the month. For more info call Brenda Smith @ 749-3023. FCSS Contact Maureen @ 749-3380. Delburne Drop In Centre Crib Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Carpet Bowling Tuesday Evenings Music & Dance 2nd, 4th, 5th Fri. 1-4 p.m. All Welcome. Contact Lars Snethun 749-2056 Lousana Drop In Centre Carpet Bowling Sundays at 7:00 p.m. Floor Curling Fridays at 7:00 p.m. Contact Goldie Lee at 749-2369 Pine Lake Hub Carpet Bowling - 1st Tuesday of every month afternoon & evening, Mondays for the rest of the month. The Royal Canadian Legion Open Fri. & Sat. at 5:00 p.m. All Welcome. Contact John McLeod at 749-2277 or John Pisko at 749-0002. Ladies Auxiliary to the Legion New members wanted!! Meet 2nd Saturday of the month at 1:30 pm. Call Hazel Bysterveld 749-3796 or Flora Carter 749-2080 Great Bend Ladies Aide Meet 3rd Wednesday of each month. New Members Welcome. Contact Blanche Wells @ 749-2453. Anthony Henday Historical Society Meets the 2nd Thurs of every month at 7:30 pm at the Museum; the public is welcome. Contact Audrey Nicholson 749-2436 ELKS Meeting: Meets 2nd Monday of the month at 8:00 p.m. sharp. Contact Alan Partridge @ 749-2115. ELKS Senior Bus to Red Deer every 2nd and 4th Thursday. Call Bob Manning 749-3792 Elnora Community Bus to Red Deer every 4th Monday. Contact Betty Keshire for more info 773-2374.

Karate Classes Tuesdays & Wednesdays at Delburne Community Hall. New members welcome. Contact Jan Temblay 749-2228. 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 acrylic painting? Members welcome to join our club at no charge. Meet once a week. Call Marlene Buckland 749-2568 if interested. Delburne Light Horse Association Contact Darlene Schlag 749-2506 or 391-2731 2005 Gymkana Dates: Sunday, May 22 @ 11 am Sunday, June 12 @ 11 am Friday, July 1 @ 1:30 pm Sunday, July 24 @ 11 am Saturday, August 20 @ 11 am (wiener roast) Delburne Ag Society Meets every 2nd Wednesday. Contact Curtis Rusaw 749-2153 or Janice Dyck 749-3011. Newcomers to Delburne Please stop by Neighbourhood Place for your Welcome Wagon package. Alberta Association of Landowners for the Protection of Agricultural Land (AALPAL) Local contact is Eileen Murray 403-749-2279 Delburne Pharmacist Services - Alix Drugs provides a full prescription service for customers and Shannon Glover is able to deliver to Delburne and area residents. Call 391-6775. Lab Services every Wednesday morning from 9-12 at the Elnora Health Center. For more information or make an appointment call 7733636.

Women’s Institute Meetings the first Tues. of every month. Call Ada 749-2093 for location.

Delburne Neighborhood Place (403) 7493380. Hours: Monday & Tuesday 9 am - 3 pm, Wednesday & Thursday 9 am - Noon

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Meets every Wednesday at the Library Contact Ada 749-2093 or Debbie 749-3050

PAC - Parent Advisory Council Meetings on first Wednesday of the month. Contact Terry Davidson at 749-2477 for more info.

Open AA/Al-anon meetings 1st Monday of each month, at Elnora Anglican Church @ 8:30 pm.

Economic Development Group Marilyn McDougall @ 749-3949.

Delburne Library Tuesday 1:00 - 4:00; 6:30 – 8:30 pm Thursday 1:00 – 4:00 pm Saturday 10:00 - 1:00 pm Village Council Meetings 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at the Village Office at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are open to the public. Contact Debbie Bobocel 749-3606.

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4H Coal Trail Riders (Delburne) Contact: Janice at 749-3153. Junior Forest Wardens Our group is unique and the 4 key areas are: Outdoor skills, Ecology, Forestry & Leadership. For children ages 6-18. Call Deb Jackson @ 749-2429 for more information. Delburne Bottle Depot is set up to take your returnable bottles and donate the money to the Delburne Food Bank. Family School Wellness Worker - Elsie Ramsden Cell number is 304-6842 or Delburne School 749-3838 or Neighborhood Place 749-3380. Healthy Families - Home Visitor Brenda Daly. Her role is to offer support to parents with new babies by providing information on child development and helping parents access resources. Call 403-443-3774. Sunday School You are invited to attend Sunday School at the Great Bend Church of Christ. For more information, call Marilyn at 749-3949 or Glenna at 749-2106. Delburne Playschool Tues and Thurs from 9 - 11:30 am. Phone Tracy 749-3059 or Mary 749-2949. Pine Lake Parents & Tots For parents and their children ages 0-6. Meets at the Pine Lake Hub. Contact Roanne at 886-2414 for more info. Sponsored by Delburne/Elnora Alliances Building Children (ABC). Citizens' Watch to volunteer call Dorothy Dorsey at 749-3817. Delburne United Church Sunday Service 11:15 am, Sunday School 11:15 am. Friendship Group meets every 3rd Monday at 7:30 pm. ____________________________________

UPCOMING EVENTS Beef Supper April 16 from 5 - 7:00 pm at Delburne Hall. Hosted by the Anthony Henday Historical Society. Accordion Concert on April 17/05 from 2 - 4 pm at Delburne Drop-In. Advance Tickets $5; At the Door $7. Call: Richard Dyck @ 7493070 or 396-2193.

Education Group Contact Corinne Hansen @ 773-3636 for more info.

Cummberland Playful Theatre Showing April 20 - 23, 2005. For more information: Bill Chandler at 749-3636 or 749-3600.

Delburne Minor Hockey Meeting 1st Thursday of the month Call Peter Lawrence 8864143 or Karla Unger for info 749-2702.

The Golden Music Makers Fri., May 1, 2005 2:00 pm at Lousanna Hall. $5 Admission

Delburne Playschool Tuesday's and Thursday's from 9-11:30. Call Tracey Jackson 7493059 for more info.

Mother's Day Centennial Tea at Lousana Drop-In on Saturday, May 7, 2005 at 2 pm

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Delburne Centralized School Apr. 18 - Heritage Fair Presentations Apr. 25 - Grad Photo Retakes Apr. 28 - Sr. High Dessert Theatre (tentative) Apr. 29 – No School May 13 - No School May 20 - No School May 23 - Victoria Day (no school) Delburne School will be holding a 2 hour Parent Information night on Tuesday, April 26th entitled Dare to Care: Bully Proofing our Children. All parents are encouraged to attend. Child care will be provided. Senior/Junior High Dessert Theatre We will have four plays for you on Thursday, April 28th at 7:00pm. Dessert will be served at intermission by the actors and actresses. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for 12 and under. Proceeds toward the rental and purchase of sound and light equipment. Riding Lessons will be offered starting in April after school. Entry to Experienced levels of riding. Lesson horses on hand. Individual or small group lessons to choose from. First come first served due to limited time and space available. Book now. Contact Jodie at 749-3043 or 391-3043. Legion Youth Auxiliary The Royal Canadian Legion Delburne/Ardley Branch would like to offer students at Delburne School the opportunity to start a Youth Auxiliary, for ages 13-18 who are willing to support the Aims and Objectives of the Royal Canadian Legion. Please contact John McLeod at 7492277 or Robert Jackson at 749-3059. Adult Drop-In Volleyball Thursday night at 7:30pm in the small gym. $1.00 drop-in fee. No experience required! Hot Lunch Program Please call Debi at 749-2095 for more information, or if you can help. Boys & Girls Club of Elnora (Delburne invited) Each Thursday! Kids (6-11) 3:30 6:00 pm. Youth (12 - 18) 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Elnora Seniors Drop-In. Call 749-3380.

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Elnora Jottings By Pat Buckland Keep your eyes to the skies in May for rockets. Mr. Neville’s Rocketry Club will be starting up again and the students really have fun with this project. In May the grades 1 - 6 students will travel to the Three Hills Pool for swimming lessons. It will be so nice for them to be indoors this time and everyone gets a chance to learn how to swim. Have fun kids! The Boys and Girls Club had a successful Youth Dance on February 12th with 145 kids from the area there. They all had a great time, were well mannered and respectful and were a great example to peers and community alike. On March 31st the club has planned a swim event at the Three Hills Pool for both age groups. I was shocked to read in the Elnora Advance about how easy it is to steal cars and how, so cover up your VIN number that’s on your car dash and hopefully this will deter car thieves! The Elnora United Church is looking pretty good right now with it’s new red tin roof. Nick Silbernagel and his crew did the work and did a very good job. WHAT IS THAT!!! Where else but in Elnora would you see a Pot Bellied Pig and a cat come nose to nose. The pig ran loose just before dark a few nights ago and we hoped a vehicle wouldn’t run over it. It was quite friendly and didn’t seem afraid of the cat, dogs, or people. The evening of April 2nd was busy at the Elnora Hall because of a Dinner Theatre featuring the Innisfail Town Theatre putting on “Ned Durango Comes to Big Oak.” (pictured below) Approximately 130 people from all over came for the great food and fun play, which was very funny. The Theatre Group always do such an excellent job and it was well worth going to. There were several draws and the big draw of the Digital Camera was won by Glen Craig. Have you had or witnessed a near accident at the intersection of Hwy 21 and Hwy 590? Please tell your story and forward it to Dale Perry at P.O. Box 707, Elnora, AB TOM OYO or E-mail: [email protected]. Dale wants your help to convince authorities that changes need to be made to this intersection to prevent further serious or fatal motor vehicle accidents. Get well wishes go out to Bob Boulton who hasn’t been well for a while. Get better soon, Bob! The Senior Bonspiel was held March 9 - 12 with Don Watson’s team winning the “A” Event by 1 point and Sam Kidd’s team coming in second in

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the “A” Event. The Grannies Bonspiel was held on March 19th. Everyone had a great time, curled 3 games and went home with a package of meat. The winners were the Donna Bonham team consisting of Betty-Jean Lippert, Lynn Kadar and Suzanne Massey. Three teams tied for 2nd. On March 31st the Range Patrol had their meeting with approximately 24 people present. The Game Warden gave an informative presentation and there was a general discussion about the Fan-out Computer and how to get it working more efficiently. The District 4-H Public Speaking was held in Elnora on March13th. In the Intermediate, Katelyn Grindsdale of the Kneehill 4-H Beef club came in 1st, and Lindsey Douglas of the Coal Trail Riders 4-H Club came in second. They went on to Regionals. In the Seniors, Danielle Ringhiem of the Antler Hill 4-H Horse Club won first and Carley Hanson of the 4-H Shadow Riders was second. They went on to Regionals which Danielle Ringhiem won, so she will be going on to Provincials. Congratulations to all of you on a job well done! Eugene and Mavis Buckland hosted Easter Dinner at their place with Goldie Lee; Joe Lee, Liz. Erica and Monica; Wendy Buckland, Robert & Tyler; Leanne Buckland and Rachel, and Suzanne Massey enjoying Mavis’s excellent cooking. The weather was so beautiful, so they spent a lot of time outside and made lots of noise inside, they were all so happy to see each other again.

Elnora Happenings April 16 & 23 - Safety Food Course April 17 - Ellen and Bud Jewell’s 50th Wedding Anniversary at Elnora Hall. Please call Ellen at 773-2127 for more info. April 18 - ABC Moms & Tots every 2nd Monday, 10:00 - ll:30 a.m. at the Elnora Health Care Centre April 18 & 20 - Economic Development Sessions. Everyone welcome. Call Jeannette 773-3922 for more info. April 24 - Bluegrass Concert at the Elnora Drop-In Centre. May 7 - Spring Market and Strawberry Tea at Ag Centre. May 7 - Kasota East Camp Spring cleanup. Please call 887-5757 or 347-6073 if you would like to help or would like more info. Elnora Library: (phone: 773-3966) Mondays 9:00 - noon Wednesdays 1:00 - 5:00 pm Thursdays 7:00 - 10:00 pm Sensible Eaters (formerly TOPS) Weigh in 8:30 am. Meeting at 9:00 at the EHC. No membership fees. Call Joan 773-3658 or Pat 773-3105.

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Mirror Community Sat., May 7 Mother’s Day Tea, Bake Sale & Fashion Show at Mirror United Church at 2:00 pm. Everyone welcome. Mon., May 23 Annual Yard Sale at Mirror United Church 10 am - 2 pm. All donations welcome. Pies will be sold as well. _________________ Jolly Seniors contact is President, Ken Oliver 788-2490. Coffee is on every weekday morning at the Friendly Inn Suppers - 1st. & 3rd. Wednesdays of each month @ 5:30 p.m. at the Friendly Inn. Floor Curling held Thursdays at 1:30 pm at the Community Hall. Pancake Breakfast - 2nd Sunday of the month. 9 - 1:00 p.m. @ the Jolly Seniors. Birthdays celebrated the 2nd Wednesday of each month. ________________ Mirror Alliance Church Sunday School 10 11 am. Morning worship 11 - noon. Mini Youth Group Friday Nights at the Alliance Church at 7:00 pm. Ages 4 to grade 6 welcome.

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Sandwich cookies (chocolate and vanilla) are available at $4.00 per box. Cookies are our main fundraiser to support our programs and we would appreciate your support. _________________ Rec. Society contact is Marlene Neis 7882166. New members welcome. Museum Society contact is Don Wilson 7883836 or Roger Laforce 788-3094. Meetings are the 1st Mon. of the month at 7:30 pm. Mirror & District Skating Rink Committee meets last Monday of each month. The committee is looking for adult volunteers to help supervise and maintain the rink. Friends of the Mirror Library Society contact Gale 788-3835 or Heather 788-3044 Library hours:

Tues 9:30 - 12:30 pm Wed 7:00 - 9:00 pm Thurs 1:00 - 5:00 pm

Board members needed. Book Sale ongoing. The Friends of the Mirror Library Society has set as a Centennial Project to purchase 100 new books for the Library in 2005. Donations from businesses, organizations and/or individuals would be most appreciated to help us achieve our goal. TENDERS

Grass Cutting Contract at Alix Ag. Society is up for tender. Closing date is April 15, 2005. Phone Wanda at 788-2274 for more info. COMING EVENTS

Mirror United Church Sunday services at 9:30 am. Sunday School classes during the regular service. Please be on the look-out for Mirror United Church’s “Travelling Basket” as it travels around Mirror, hoping to visit at least 80 homes to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the United Church of Canada. You may purchase an item by putting a donation in the can and then replacing the item with another. Then you take the basket to a neighbour so it can continue on its travels. Thanks for your support of our Mission Project. Mirror Seventh - Day Adventist Church (corner of 52 St & 51 Ave, north) Saturday Sabbath times: Sabbath School 9:45 am - 11 am. Church 11:15 - 12:15. Cliff Buelow 7882296. Pastor Morris 782-0253. ________________ Mirror Guiding groups invite all girls ages 5 and up to join our groups for adventure, challenge, friendship and fun. Meetings are Monday after school at the United Church. Membership fee is $65.00. Contact Gale at 7883835 for information and to register. Sparks Brownies Guides Pathfinders Rangers

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

Rummage, Bake & Plant Sale at Delburne United Church Hall on Saturday, May 14 from 10 am - 4 pm. CARDS OF THANKS

The Alix Lions Club sincerely thanks everyone for their enthusiastic support of the Spring Pub Night held recently. You made it a resounding success! Proceeds will be directed to STARS and Lions Eye Bank Alberta Society. Special thanks to the following donors: Community Savings, CAPS, Lacombe Globe, Paul Brooks, Dusty & Blaine Lutwick. Alix MAC Band Society would like to extend a sincere thank you to all who made the Community Talent Night a success. Richard & Deborah Popovich, our MCs, for your continuing support of our music program. To our special guests Just Friends Choir, Paul Brooks, Stephanie Specht, Brittany Mielnichuk, Hilary Meehan, Amy Torringa, Marcus Forrstrom, Danae Henry, Shanysa Babowal, Cameron Torringa, Darcie Kary and the Payne Family & Friends for the skit. Thank you to our Alix MAC Band students and Mrs. Joanne Henry, our band director, for her dedication and the gifts she shares. To our band parents who supplied the delicious refreshments, and to all who gave a helping hand. Thank you to Mr. Rod Phillips and the staff of Alix MAC School who attended and helped out. Thank you to our audience. RTS Services, Reid Roofing, Alix Home Hardware, and the par-

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Curb-side Blue Box Recycling Service is available in Alix. Albertan’s Recycle 2001 at 747-2057 or 350-7394 for details. The DUTCH TOUCH If you would like someone helping you with extra spring cleaning, yard & garden preparations, painting or wallpaper projects, call 788-3245. References & reasonable rates. Thorough, honest & reliable. FOR SALE

FOR SALE: For sale: Buffalo meat - roasts, steaks, sausages, smokies, burgers. Freezer packs $60 - $100. Gov't inspected. MFL Ranch Bison 747-2500. FOR SALE: Almost time to go fishing! 12 ft. aluminum boat with 6 horsepower Evinrude motor, covered boat trailer with storage for fishing & camping gear, 2 paddles, 2 padded swivel seats in boat with fold-down backs, 2 life jackets. All in excellent shape. Call 7883926. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Country Style Cleaning Service of Stettler is now hiring Industrial Labour, Shop Labour, Skilled Shop Labours to work at Rahr Malting Canada Ltd., in Alix, AB. Must have your own transportation and be bondable. Day Shift Work and Weekends. Experience in this field an asset. For more detailed information, please phone Ken at 403-742-1191 or Fax resume to 403-742-1414. Bashaw Victim Services is a Non-Profit Organization. This is a contract position, with the title of Advocate Coordinator. We are seeking a motivated self-starter. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, also have strong interpersonal, organization skills, and have the ability to work in a team environment. Preferred Qualifications: An Advocate Certificate, or previous Coordinator experience, Proficiency in e-mail and database applications, Ability to organize time in a multitasking environment, Ability to prioritize duties, Capability of providing support and training opportunities to our Advocates, Monitoring Files with both the Liaison Officer and the Advocates on a regular, timely basis, Delegating assistance calls to the Advocates, Ability to prepare reports and funding applications to the appropriate levels of Government, Capability of Interviewing and hiring Advocate candidates, Preparing Coordinator reports, and submitting accurate expense sheets to the Board of Directors on a monthly basis. Hourly salary is $15.00, a maximum of 25 hours per month. A current criminal records check is required. Please forward your resume to: BASHAW VICTIM SERVICES Box 115, Mirror, AB T0B 3C0. We thank all applicants, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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MUSINGS By Kevin Burns Flexibility In A Sandwich After a full morning of outdoor activities, hunger began to set in. Michelle and I felt like having soup and sandwich and we knew that our four year-old would definitely have soup. If there’s one thing the little one loves it’s her soup. We had a few choices for restaurant fare and chose a diner. A diner would probably be the best choice for a good hearty soup and a sandwich. After all, that’s what would make it a diner. At just a few minutes past two o’clock, we were seated and menus were left behind. I perused the menu for sandwich choices. Burgers, chicken burgers, hamburgers, cheeseburgers and even a fish burger were my only sandwich choices. There was certainly soup but only burgers for sandwiches. “I don’t see any sandwiches on your menu,” I said to the waiter Seth. “Sandwiches are on the brunch menu,” he said. “We stopped serving brunch a few minutes ago.” “So I can’t get a sandwich then?”

“You can have a burger.” “A burger isn’t a sandwich. So I can’t get a sandwich?” “No I guess you’re just a few minutes too late. Sorry.” I continued to look at the menu, and then grabbed the kids menu. “A-ha,” I thought to myself as I spied what I was looking for. I looked at our waiter and said, “I’ll have the soup and the kids grilled cheese sandwich.” “Are you serious?” he almost fell over himself. “A sandwich and soup is what I want. I’m not proud. I’ll take the kids grilled cheese.” “I don’t think we can do that,” implying that an adult couldn’t order from the kids menu. Michelle piped in, “Then serve it to her,” pointing at our four year-old. Seth turned and went to the kitchen and brought back a bowl of soup and a grilled cheese sandwich. “Enjoy your meal,” he walked away shaking his head. This got me to thinking. I’ve got a pet peeve with “food rules.” You can probably already tell that. A sandwich is a sandwich: whether it’s for a child or an adult it’s still a sand-

The Chautauqua wich. It’s not so hard to be flexible. In fact, a little flexibility can go a long way into turning a disgruntled customer into a customer for life. Flexibility allows us to turn unpleasant situations into pleasant situations. Flexibility can allow us to smell the flowers while we are on our way to achieving our goals. It doesn’t mean that we have taken our eye off the goal; it just means that we have given ourselves permission to enjoy where we are for even a brief moment. When we are flexible, we argue less and see others’ points of view more. We can enjoy nature more and curse the weather less. We can enjoy the company of others more and be annoyed by them less. Flexibility is a gift we give to ourselves. After all, when both sides of a discussion are happy, it’s called a win-win situation. Kevin Burns is the world's only Instigational (Leadership) Speaker and author of over a half-dozen self-help books and CD's. More info at www.kevburns.com.

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During the intermission of the Elnora Dinner Theatre, Wendy Corry, President of the Elnora Ag Society presented Ruth Cheek with a plaque in recognition and appreciation for the many years of dedicated service to the Elnora Community and for over 25 years as an Ag Society Member. Ruth, you are one of the people who always kept things going and organized and you are very much appreciated! Photo courtesy of Pat Buckland

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

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

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Canadian Passion Play Update Submitted by Blaine McDonald Website Check out the new and improved website: www.canadianpassionplay.com and keep informed with the latest updates, pictures, and news. Summer School Scholarship Each summer dozens of young people participate in this program and have the honor of performing in the Passion Play. However, the cost to the parent or youth has increased every year. These costs are based upon the price of purchased services which are beyond our control. The full cost of participating for 2005 is $500.00. We do not want to turn young people away for lack of finances, so we are appealing for money to establish ongoing Summer School Scholarship funding. Please contact the Passion Play office to learn how you can help. Summer Needs Sheep, goats, horses and homing pigeons. If you have contacts, please let us know. Memberships - Our Heart Visitors see hundreds of volunteers doing a wonderful job each summer. But “inside” the strong body of volunteers beats a heart - the society’s memberships from which come the Board of Directors, committee chairs, team

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leaders and those who work behind the scenes. If you are a volunteer who is not yet a member, you are encouraged to take one more step and become a Passion Play Society Member. Memberships follow the calendar year. Now is the time to join or to renew. Actors & Musicians We are looking for 200 volunteer actors of all ages and abilities. Last years’ actors will be contacted to see if they are available for this year’s play. Rehearsal schedules will be distributed in April or May. Guitar/Rhythm/Recorded Flute Rehearsals begin after the long weekend in May. If you can help, please contact the Passion Play. 8th Annual Golf Tourney Fund-raiser Friday June 10, 2005 at the Dinosaur Trail Golf & Country Club in Drumheller! Entry fee for golfers is $150, which includes dinner and silent auction. Non golfers are encouraged to attend the dinner, auction, and program for $20. Please note that you will be able to register on the website beginning in April. Please contact Wilf Golbeck for information. Home phone number 823-6163, work 823-1446 or email him at [email protected] You may also call or email the Passion Play office. Businesses may donate prizes or auction items, or consider a hole sponsorship. The tournament is designed to raise funds for the Jerusalem Wall Project. Site Tours Site Tours will be conducted on non Passion

Play dates in June, July and August. If you are interested in volunteering to provide tours, please let us know! Training will be provided. Be a GOOD SAMARITAN! We all know the power of the Passion Play presentation. It is life changing. But some people simply cannot afford to come. We are partnering with the Mustard Seed to make a difference in the lives of the less fortunate. Our GOOD SAMARITAN PROGRAM supplies tickets free of charge to the Mustard Seed. You can be a Good Samaritan by donating $25 to this program. Your donation might transform a life.

ALIX ARENA ASSOCIATION is now accepting tenders for the

ALIX ARENA OPERATION & MAINTENANCE for the 2005/2006 season

Closing date for tenders is Noon, Monday, May 16, 2005. Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Selection criteria will include, but not be limited to: experience in Arena maintenance; tendered amount; ability to deal closely with the public; knowledge of equipment; information from personal/professional references Arena Level I and Level II would be an asset. Further information is available by calling Rod Mielnichuk at 747-2149 Tenders may be mailed to: Alix Arena Association Box 749 Alix, AB T0C 0B0

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KOREAN ADVENTURER By Alan E. Johnson The Problem with Foreigners If someone wants to question my teaching credentials, they won't get much of a fight from me. I had only a couple years worth of instruction at university before I switched to a history major. When I arrived in Korea, I was expecting some sort of training, which turned out to be a couple days of watching the other foreigners before being left on my own. Over the years since then, I have gained valuable practical experience, and I do not feel too ill at ease in front of the children, but I still do not have a "piece of paper" that I can point to with pride. The English education boom exploded in 1997, when there were an estimated 20,000 teachers incountry, most of them unqualified. Now, the Education Ministry says there are about 7,000 foreign instructors in Korea. Law requires them to have a university degree. Recently there has been much discussion about the private teaching of English here in Korea, and the government is sponsoring a bill to give it greater control over this area. They are moving towards a more formal arrangement, and it remains to be seen just how much (or how little) the present landscape will change. Private English institutions, called "hagwons," have long had a reputation

for doing things their own way, and only caring about the money that is made instead of actually educating the children. The main thing is to keep the parents happy so that the fees are paid. It seems like anyone can open a hagwon. The money to be made makes it a difficult proposition to turn down. The demand for native speakers of English makes these owners not too picky about credentials. One recent "Korea Herald" article described a former New York City bellboy who taught at Konkuk University in Seoul for two years before it was discovered that the degree he had was a fake obtained in Thailand. S om e s c ho ol s check the authenticity of degrees, and even ask applicants to provide transcripts, but others simply do not take the time to make that overseas call. One immigration official, identified only by his family name of Kim, was quoted as saying, "As the documents are from overseas, it is likely that they are falsified ones." Kind of an insulting attitude, when you think about it. Koreans value education very highly. Lawmaker Lee Sang-rak was forced to resign last year because he had lied about graduating from high school. "His forgery was, in a nutshell, to survive," wrote culture critic Jin Jung-kwon in his column. "For him, high school graduation is a minimum qualification for living as a human

in Korea," stated Jin. Last month, an uproar was created when some foreigners boasted of their sexual experiences with Korean women and made fun of Korean culture on the message board of a job-recruiting website called English Spectrum. Korean netizens started a campaign to "expel low-quality foreign teachers." Then, Gyeonggi police caught 47 foreigners who were illegally teaching English. They had tourist visas and no official permission to work. Their directors passed them off as having university degrees. The law says that hagwons can be fined 100,000 won if they do not have the necessary paperwork in order. English instructors are required to stay at the same position for the length of their contract. They are not allowed to change jobs without permission from their former emp l o ye r . Private teaching, a very lucrative market, is forbidden by the law, and foreign teachers engaged in this activity live with the fear of being charged with "illegal teaching," something for which they can be heavily fined and deported. I myself teach private lesson every weeknight. The parents seem very happy with my work. I use a code-word when I want to refer to this work to the other foreigners at my hagwon. I just mention that I have to see my "girlfriend." It was quite comical to see the reac-

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The View From My Window By (Peeping) Thomasina There was lots of activity at the Literary Corner the other day. Of course, Our Lady of Literature & Information was acting in the supervisory role in this situation. After the making of lots of noise and lots of holes in the still fairly new façade, it is now possible to see that the Literary Corner has new signage identifying it to one and all. People are becoming more active with the warmer temperatures. I spied Mr. Pharmacist doing some minor weight training as he traverse between his two establishments. A Helpful Handyman got into the act too, traversing the identical route. Just a reminder, keep aware that the munchkins are going to be out and about more often, so travel accordingly. I was a might worried when the last bluster and blow blasted against my viewing portal. I discovered I had no need to fear, as immediately following the heavens released their spring cleaning moisture and my viewing portal is once again sparkling and all ready for me to observe the antics of our fair residents as they attempt to outrun and dodge the harmless water droplets. tion of the Korean teachers to the news that I had a girlfriend. They were full of questions, and I had to make up a person almost on the spot. Right now, the government does not seem to be too concerned about the foreign teacher situation. A ministry official, Kim Youngjoonn, said, "It is up to hagwon directors to decide whom to employ. If foreign instructors cause big social problems, we may consider taking action, but there haven't been any such issue (sic)." Horror stories about unqualified instructors abound. A young woman identified only as "Jennifer" said some foreigners come back to Korea after having been fired (or breaking their contracts) and starting to work again. "It isn't like crimes that are left as a record," she commented. Many Englishlanguage institute owners welcome foreigners regardless of qualifications in order to attract students and the accompanying high fees. "Even a small institute tries to have at least one foreigner because it has great publicity effects,"

Jennifer said. "Korean parents are crazy about English. They often offer home-stay positions. They will plead with a foreigner to 'just stay at my home for free.'" Another KoreanAmerican English instructor, who asked only to be identified as "M," said, "[A] Canadian friend told me that even a person who is nothing in his country can be treated like king in Korea as a foreign instructor. The government seems to have no idea of how to import (good teachers) and to control their quality." This fact doesn't surprise Murdo McNab, who teaches English at a university in Incheon. He wrote to the "Korea Herald" to describe the onerous limitations we foreigners have to put up with. We are not even allowed to own a cell phone in our own name, or get a credit card from a Korean bank. McNab describes one job offer (US $1,600-$1,800 with a 300,000 won housing allowance), and asks what kind of qualified teacher is going to come to Korea for this poor kind of salary. He submits that this is

the reason for the low quality of foreign instructors in Korea. "Trying to blame foreigners for problems that are 100% the result of a Korean system is, unfortunately, a tired exercise the type which those of us who have spent extended periods of time in Korea have seen before. It is unfortunate that Koreans don't seem to realize that making foreigners a scapegoat will not solve their problems, only honest attempts at true change will." To which I say "Amen." I may be seen by some as one of those "low-quality foreign teachers," but I believe that I truly have helped some kids who want to learn. It has been as much as an education for me as it is for them, and I would not have missed it for the world. I have met some interesting people, made some good friends, and seen and experienced things I only used to read about. I will always remember my time in Korea fondly, no matter what the future brings.

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FAMILY MATTERS Managing Perfectionism What Is Perfectionism? This is the first of two articles that address perfectionism. In this issue, we will explore what perfectionism is and why it is destructive. In the next one, we will take a look at some strategies for both controlling the need to be perfect and living a more relaxed, satisfying life. Perfectionists aspire to be top achievers and do not allow themselves to make even a single mistake. They are always on the alert for imperfections and weaknesses in themselves and others. They tend to be rigid thinkers who are on the lookout for deviations from the rules or the norm. Perfectionism is not the same as striving for excellence. People who pursue excellence in a healthy way take genuine pleasure in working to meet high standards. Perfectionists are motivated by self-doubt and fears of disapproval, ridicule, and rejection. The high producer has drive, while the perfectionist is driven. Causes and Characteristics •

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Fear of failure and rejection. The perfectionist believes that she will be rejected or fail if she is not always perfect, so she becomes paralyzed and unable to produce or perform at all. Fear of success. The perfectionist believes that if he is successful in what he undertakes, he will have to keep it up. This becomes a heavy burden—who wants to operate at such a high level all of the time? Low self-esteem. A perfectionist’s needs for love and approval tend to blind her to the needs and wishes of others. This makes it difficult or impossible to have healthy relationships with others. Black-and-white thinking. Perfectionists see most experiences as either good or bad, perfect or imperfect. There is nothing in between. The perfectionist believes that the flawless product or superb performance must be produced every time. Perfectionists believe if it can’t be done perfectly, it’s not worth doing. Extreme determination. Perfectionists are determined to overcome all obstacles to achieving success. This is also true of high achievers, but the perfectionist focuses only on the result of his efforts. He is unable to enjoy the process of producing the achievement. His relentless pursuit of the goal becomes his downfall because it often results in overwhelming anxiety, sabotaging his heroic efforts.

The Costs of Being a Perfectionist Perfectionism always costs more than the benefits it might provide. It can result in being paralyzed with fear and becoming so rigid that a person is difficult to relate to. It can produce contradictory styles, from being highly productive to being completely nonproductive. Some examples of these costs include the following: •

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Low self-esteem. Just as low self-esteem is a cause of perfectionist behavior, it is also a result. Because a perfectionist never feels good enough about himself or his personal performance, he usually feels like a loser or a failure. Gloominess. Since a perfectionist is convinced that it will be next to impossible to achieve most goals, she can easily develop a negative attitude. Depression. Perfectionists often feel discouraged and depressed because they are driven to be perfect but know that it is impossible to reach the ideal. Guilt. Perfectionists never think they handle things well. They often feel a sense of shame and guilt as a result. Rigidity. Since perfectionists need to have everything meet an ideal, they tend to become inflexible and lack spontaneity. Lack of motivation. A person who expects perfection may never try new behaviors or learn new skills because she thinks that she will never be able to do it well enough. At other times, she may begin the new behavior but give up early because she fears that she will never reach her goal.

Healthy Alberta www.healthyalberta.com Media Awareness Media consumption has taken the place of healthy social and physical activity. Think of all the times you've put off doing something active so you can catch a TV show. We all say we don't have enough time. It's not that we don't have time, it's the choices we make for our time. We unwisely choose to watch TV, surf the Internet, or play video games instead of choosing to spend our time being active. The ball's in your court. What are you going to do with your time? Source: Concerned Children's Advertisers Preventing Baby-Bottle Tooth Decay A long exposure to sugary liquids such as juice or infant formula can severely damage the teeth of babies or young children. Offering a child a bottle containing sweet liquids many times a day as a pacifier or during naps or at bedtime can cause baby-bottle tooth decay. Prevent this problem by filling naptime bottles with water. As well, wipe your child's teeth and gums with a damp washcloth or gauze pad after feedings to remove plaque. Source: International Food Information Council High-Protein, Low-Carb Diets Healthy eating builds healthy bones. Low-carb diets restrict carbohydrates (including grains), some vegetables, fruits, legumes, milk, yogurt, and foods with added sugar. Dietitians are concerned that these low-carb diets lack nutrients. Researchers have not studied low-carb diets long enough to guarantee their safety. However, based on what we know about healthy eating, low-carb diets may increase the risk for osteoporosis and other chronic diseases, including heart disease and high blood pressure. Source: Dietitians of Canada (search "Beyond the Low Carb Hype") •

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Paralysis. Since most perfectionists have an intense fear of failure, they sometimes become immobilized and stagnant. Writers who suffer from writer’s block are examples of the perfectionist’s paralysis. Obsessive behavior. When a person needs a certain order or structure in his life, he may become overly focused on details and rules. Compulsive behavior. A perfectionist who feels like a failure or loser may medicate him- or herself with alcohol, drugs, food, shopping, sex, gambling, or other high-risk behaviors. Eating disorders. Many studies have determined that perfectionism is a central issue for people who develop eating disorders.

The Perfectionist versus The High Achiever People produce many of their best achievements when they are striving to do their best. High achievers, like perfectionists, want to be better people and achieve great things. Unlike perfectionists, high achievers accept that making mistakes and risking failure are part of the achievement process—and part of being human. Emotionally Healthy High Producers You can be a high achiever without being a perfectionist. People who accomplish plenty and stay emotionally healthy tend to exhibit the following behaviors: • • • • • •

Set standards that are high but achievable. Enjoy the process, not just the outcome. Recover from disappointment quickly. Are not disabled by anxiety and fear of failure. View mistakes as opportunities for growth and learning. React positively to constructive feedback.

Once you are aware of the ways by which you expect yourself to be perfect, you can start to change your behavior. In the next article, I’ll offer some tips to help you get started. Until then, begin the change process by thinking about which causes apply to you and writing down examples of these perfectionist behaviors as you observe them. Carla Heintz is a Family School Liaison & Wellness Worker with Wolf Creek School Division. For more information about anxiety disorders, or to speak to the liaison worker, call (403) 747-2778.

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Journey Down The BoomTown Trail By Paul Peters 403-347-1828 or [email protected] With Two BoomTown Shops Expect Twice as much Fun, Information, and Art! The BoomTown Trail is planning to man and operate two BoomTown Shops this year and that means twice as much of everything. For starters it means twice as much work for volunteers to get these shops that double as Visitor Information Centres for the BoomTown Trail up to shape for the season. Volunteers in Carbon are renovating the Caboose with tremendous care and craftsmanship and it is really starting to take shape. Led mainly by Archie Ohlhauser, the restoration efforts will provide us a unique and interesting location to provide information to tourists and locals on the wonderful things to do and see on the BoomTown Trail. In the northern part of the trail, volunteers in Bashaw are formalizing their plans to build a new Visitor Information Centre for their town. Once Bashaw decides on the exact location and look of the structure, building will soon be underway with an anticipated opening of the shop for the May long weekend. Call to Artisans With two shops instead of one this year, there will be twice as many opportunities to promote and sell your work with The BoomTown Trail. Now is the time to get ready for the season as both shops will be up and running in May. Work will be sold on a consignment basis and is open to the entire BoomTown Trail. If you would like to sell and promote your products through these shops please contact Paul Peters at (403) 347-1828 or by e-mail at [email protected] to discuss ways we can market your products. Visit our website at www.boomtowntrail.com

I'd like to introduce our new DTHR Liaison worker to Alix MAC. Mrs. Corinne Hansen will be taking over the duties from Mrs. Sherry Scheunert. She will be a great addition to our school when she comes on Thursdays. Photo courtesy of Alix MAC School

A grandmother was surprised by her 7 year old grandson one morning. He had made her coffee. She drank what was the worst cup of coffee in her life When she got to the bottom, there were three of those little green army men in the cup. She said "Honey, what are these army men doing in my coffee?" Her grandson said, "Grandma, it says on TV, 'The best part of waking up is soldiers in your cup!'" Our five-year-old son Mark couldn't wait to tell his friend about the movie we had watched on television, "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea." The scenes with the submarine and the giant octopus had kept him wide-eyed. In the middle of the telling, my husband interrupted Mark, "What caused the submarine to sink?" With a look of incredulity Mark replied, "Dad, it was the 20,000 leaks!!" Author Unknown On Saturday, March 26, 2005, 7 members of the 4H Coal Trail Riders competed at the Silver Valley Riders Training Show at the Diamond 5 Arena. They competed in Showmanship, Western Horsemanship and Western Pleasure. All members placed in their categories and did a great job. "Way to Go". From left to right are pictured Morgan Haryett, Shaylyn Weisenburger, Kasie Buckland, Clayton McWhan, Brenna Harrison, Jessie Harrison and Desiree Muir By Clayton McWhan, Club Reporter, 4H Coaltrail Riders Photo courtesy of Clayton McWhan

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Alix MAC School Happenings Submitted by Rod Phillips Alix MAC’s Spirit Assembly was a lively occasion. One of the events that took place was the dividing up of the students into teams, and then each team tied their shoelaces into a line, before restringing them back to their shoes. Not as easy as it may seem! (Pictured bottom)

The latest CAKE Winners (Care And Kindness Everyday) were also honoured. (Pictured above) A couple of the students were very enthusiastic while eating so ended up wearing more cake than they ate!

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Are You Fiscally Fit? By Dawne Adkins, Director of Marketing, Community Capital The Need for a Mini-Budget As the “planner” in my family, I often find myself preparing for things well in advance. Whether it’s Christmas, summer vacation, returning to school or other events that creep up throughout the year, I find I usually need a “sub-budget” for these things. Given the current season, I am in the process of planning ahead for our summer vacation. While this is an item that’s in my monthly budget, I find that without a secondary budget it becomes very easy to spend the majority of our money on one thing (hotels for example) leaving us short in other areas such as activities. This in turn causes us to either overspend or cut corners drastically, neither of which seems very appealing. A sub-budget, mini budget or secondary budget all mean the same thing and that is simply “a budget within a budget.” Rather than one lump sum set aside for a certain event such as a vacation, that amount is divided up into its own budget. This will give you the total amount you have to spend but ensure you have a balance between the things you’re choosing to spend that money on. Of course you still have the flexibility to move amounts from one item to the next if need be but it gives you a place to start planning. During your vacation you can simply keep track of your expenditures on a piece of paper or in a notebook or keep the cash or traveller’s cheques needed for each expense in separate labelled envelopes. This may seem to take all the fun out of a vacation but it will prevent that sinking feeling you may currently have after a holiday when you get your credit card bill or bank statement. A little preplanning is all it takes to enjoy your vacation to the fullest! Community Capital is a non-profit organization based in Central Alberta that is committed to helping people make better financial decisions. Call 403-340-1323, visit www.communitycapital.ca or email [email protected] for more information.

Awesome Alix By DJ and Natasha (Alix MAC Junior High Tourism Class) Our town Alix is really cool, there are lots of things always to do. We have an awesome school which, without a doubt we love. We think that the teachers are sent from up above. Some of the kids the teachers teach don’t seem all the caring, That teachers give them everyday with everything they’re sharing The lake we use here all year round, In summer swimming In the wintertime………..skating’s found. The Busy Bee is downtown, well…….. the only street with stores! Because of that some people think that Alix is a bore, But we don’t! Ok…………………well maybe we think sometimes it’s boring But you do feel safe when you walk down the street, You can walk fearlessly whistling a happy beat. Neighbors meeting, smiling at me And that’s why we think……… Alix is a great place to be.

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Sometimes it's not enough to simply knock on doors. You've gotta knock them down! -Marion Luna Brem

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WHOLE HEALTH THROUGH BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT Abundance (Part 1 of 2) What is Poverty? Sitting in the mall and watching people as they pass by, I started to wonder how they would answer that question. I wondered if the guy who quickly hastened along with squeaky shoes, would answer it differently than the woman sauntering slowly by the storefronts. I wondered if the middle-aged man wearing the three-piece suit would answer it differently than the swaggering teenagers dressed flamboyantly and sporting bright blue hair slicked straight up. Or the bedraggled parents pushing strollers with fussy children, or the pensioner wearing the same coat they have worn in the spring for the past ten years. I began to wonder if our definition of poverty changed as we aged. I wondered if perhaps our perspective on life had anything at all to do with being poor and impoverished. Is poverty avoidable, no matter where you come from or what you do for a living? Is poverty a place, or a state of existence? Could it possibly be just a mindset? Is it possible to be poor, then get rich and become poor again? And of course the big question – just what does poverty have to do with stuff? And what has poverty to do with money? What does it have to do with the way we think about our lives, our lifestyles, and ourselves?

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Big Mud Puddles and Sunny Yellow Dandelions Author Unknown When I look at a patch of dandelions, I see a bunch of weeds that are going to take over my yard. My kids see flowers for Mom and blowing white fluff you can wish on. When I look at an old drunk and he smiles at me, I see a smelly, dirty person who probably wants money and I look away. My kids see someone smiling at them and they smile back. When I hear music I love, I know I can't carry a tune and don't have much rhythm so I sit self-consciously and listen. My kids feel the beat and move to it. They sing out the words. If they don't know them, they make up their own. When I feel wind on my face, I brace myself against it. I feel it messing up my hair and pulling me back when I walk. My kids close their eyes, spread their arms and fly with it, until they fall to the ground laughing. When I pray, I say thee and thou and grant me this, give me that.

Is it always about how much stuff, or how much money? Maybe, just maybe it is also about how much love we have to share, or about how much love we think we deserve. Maybe it is about health, and how much good health or poor health we think we are able to handle. And even happiness. Yes, perhaps it is even about how much happiness we allow into our lives.

My kids say, "Hi God! Thanks for my toys and my friends. Please keep the bad dreams away tonight. Sorry, I don't want to go to Heaven yet. I would miss my Mommy and Daddy."

In my work with Feng Shui, there is an area of the home or business called the wealth sector. However, there is strong link with its opposite sector on the template called helpful people and travel. It borders along the sectors of reputation, health, and family and foundation. It seems clear in that ancient Chinese science then, that it is connected to some degree to all aspects of our lives.

My kids sit in it. They see dams to build, rivers to cross, and worms to play with.

So I wonder could we all be wealthy? Could we all have love, and happiness and good health? Is it possible we have some control over whether we are poor or not? Is money only a side effect of the lifestyle we choose for ourselves, and the respect we pay to all areas of our lives? Hmmm… I will let you ponder those questions until the next issue, where we will explore wealth and it’s definitions. I promise to share some information on being wealthy that may surprise you, or maybe as you ponder over the week, you will have already discovered one of life’s greatest secrets. Until next time…………. namaste from Sharyn. "You are where you are today because you’ve chosen to be there." - Harry Browne SHARYN LEMASURIER RMT CHT, is a Registered Health Practitioner, and Metaphysical Teacher certified in Massage Therapy, Reiki, Reflexology, Talk Therapy, Regression and Deep Relaxation Therapy. She is also a Western Intuitive Feng Shui Consultant. THE STUDIO HOLISTIC HEALTH CENTRE, serves Red Deer and area. Licensed and registered with AMTWP, medical insurance claims are welcome for massage therapy and reflexology. Located on Gasoline Alley (South Hill) next to Uncle Ben’s RV Sales. All sessions are BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Please call 403-343-6679. www.thestudiohhc.com Perhaps the most valuable result of all education is the ability to make yourself do the thing you have to do, when it ought to be done, whether you like it or not. - Walter Bagehot

When I see a mud puddle I step around it. I see muddy shoes and dirty carpets.

I wonder if we are given kids to teach or to learn from? No wonder God loves the little children! Enjoy the little things in life, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things. I wish you Big Mud Puddles and Sunny Yellow Dandelions!!! JESUS LOVES ME

Let me serve Christ with a smile, Go with others the extra mile.

Author Unknown (CHORUS) Jesus loves me, this I know, Though my hair is white as snow. Though my sight is growing dim, Still He bids me trust in Him. (CHORUS) Yes, Jesus loves me...Yes, Jesus loves me...Yes, Jesus loves me for the Bible tells me so. Though my steps are oh, so slow, With my hand in His I'll go. On through life, let come what may, He'll be there to lead the way. (CHORUS) Though I am no longer young, I have much which He's begun.

When the nights are dark and long, In my heart He puts a song. Telling me in words so clear, "Have no fear, for I am near." (CHORUS) When my work on earth is done, And life's victories have been won. He will take me home above, Then I'll understand His love. (CHORUS) I love Jesus, does he know? Have I ever told Him so? Jesus loves to hear me say, That I love Him every day.

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Medical Clinic Monday & Wednesdays 9:30 - noon

Seniors’ Drop In

ALIX BOTTLE DEPOT

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Waste Ice Breaker Transfer Bullridin’ Classic Station Hours Thurs., Fri., & Sat. 10:00 - 6:00

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April Fool’s Day Lions Pub Night

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Council Meeting

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Jonathan Verveda Natashia Marshall

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Jakob Barclay

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Curtis Stauffer Lions Club

WORD SEARCH

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