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Beth’s Ponderings Once, many long years ago a particular task was completed in two simple steps. It didn’t matter if one just learnt how to do the particular task, or if one had mastered it decades before, the process was the same - just two simple steps. And that was the way it was done for years and years. Everyone knew what was expected of them, and what the final result should be. And everyone was able to complete the task and still have time for fun. Then, a certain individual decided to take that particular task and turn it into a complex procedure involving ten time-consuming steps. Now, you would think that the certain individual would have been laughed out of town for daring to complicate the simplicity of particular task, but, alas, you’d be wrong. Instead, the certain individual was praised as others considered the implications of turning the particular task into a complex procedure. For instance, one could charge a LOT more for the final product as the ten time-consuming steps increased the difficulty, or one could demand a higher paycheque for completing the complex procedure as it took considerably more hours than the two-step simple task. So it was mandated that the particular task would ONLY be completed as a complex procedure from henceforth. In a very short time frame, the ten-steps became firmly entrenched in society, as traditionalist secretly continued to complete the particular task in two simple steps. After a while, people started grumbling about how time-consuming the ten steps really were. An efficiency expert and time-management coach were brought in to assess how the people were really completing the ten time-consuming tasks. After much consultation, and discussion, the expert and coach were able to streamline the complex procedure down to a mere...seven steps! And the people rejoiced. Meanwhile, the traditionalists, after shaking their heads at the folly of humans, decided to launch a revival of the particular task with its two simple steps. And the people thought it was something brand new. We can complicate or simplify our lives. Which do you choose?
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Alix Coming Events & Celebrations
The Alix Fire Department would like to thank
Hunter Warford
To have an event, birthday, or anniversary added contact Beth at 403-352-3837, email
[email protected]. Friday, February 5
Terry Fehr
Sunday, February 7
Emily Tensen Pancake Breakfast 9-noon Drop In
Monday, February 8
Bill Brown Mitchell Bloomgren Shirley Ray
Tuesday, February 9
Wednesday, February 10 Thursday, February 11
Friday February 12
Monday, February 15
For his service in our community as Fire Chief for the past 5years. **The Toboggan Hill is open! Bring down your own toboggan and slide for the day. Hill located by the Alix Lake Boat Launch** Tuesday, February 16
Join us for a DoTerra - Cooking with Essential Oils class at 6:30pm at the Alix Youth Center. All welcome to attend this FREE class Chris & Edith Schultz Road testing at Western Financial Janaia Barclay Marc Hougestol Lions Club meets 6:30 pm Valentines Day Teen Dance 8:00pmMidnight Alix Community Hall Ages 12-18 $5.00 per person Featuring: Arson DJ. No Re-Entry after 10pm No Exceptions Family Day Join us for Hot Dogs, Hot Chocolate, Marshmallows, Fire, and Horse Drawn Sleigh Ride at the end of Main Street beside the Alix Lake Entrance. Noon - 1:00pm - Hot Dogs Noon - 4:00pm - Hot Chocolate, Marshmallows, and Fire 1:00pm - 4:00pm - Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides
Alix & District Community Alix Agricultural Society 403-747-2240 Alix & District Chamber of Commerce Catherine Hepburn 403-747-2444 Alix Bottle Depot 403-747-2794 Mon., Tues., Wed. 11:00 - 5:00 pm Sat. 11:00 - 4:30 pm Alix Community Hall (ACH) To book: contact the staff at Home Hardware. Any other concerns: Dave Dewald 403-350-5189 Gord Christensen 403-747-3228. Alix Curling Club Krystal Sorum 403-747-2285 Alix Drop In Centre Everyone welcome! Mon. - Sat. 1:30 - 4:30 pm Alix Family, Community & Support Society (FCSS) Glenna Carlson 403 747 2031 Alix Figure Skating Club Marcy Henry 403-391-3111 Alix Fire Department Hunter Warford 403-391-0796 Alix Food Bank Glenna Carlson 403-747-2107 Alix Girl Guide Groups Gale Richardson 403-788-3835 Alix Lions Club Curt Peterson 403-747-2584 Alix MAC School 403-747-2778 Alix Medical Clinic Appointments: 403-747-2130 Alix Minor Hockey Blane Friesen 403-597-3068 Alix Playground Society Darlene Tucker 403-747-3129 Alix Preschool Jill Hillman 403-747-2099
Rob Blomgren Green Box Recycling Pick Up Alix Public Library AGM 7 pm at the library.
Friday, February 19
Curt Peterson
Saturday, February 20
Kitty Parlby Doug Humphrey Gaytan Humphrey
Sunday, February 21
Darcy Beier Pancake Breakfast 9-noon ACH
Tuesday, February 23
Mitchell Mehle
Wednesday, February 24
Jack Verboon Bingo 1 - 3 pm at the Drop In Centre Road testing at Western Financial Council meets (date change)
Thursday, February 25
Violet Leitch-Andrews
Friday, February 26
Ryan Mehle
Saturday, February 27
Tim Docherty
Tuesday, March 1
Green Box Recycling Pick Up
Alix Public Library Terry Holdstock 403-747-3233 Alix Recreation CoraLee Brookes 403-747-2495 Alix Trophy Club Tim Docherty 403-741-6899 Alix Village Shoppe Deidra Bagshaw 403 506 5662 Alix Wagon Wheel Museum Donna Peterson 403-747-2584 Alix Youth Centre CoraLee Brookes 403-318-4520 ANTS (Alix Nature Trail Society) Arlene Nelson 403-754-6551 Bibs to Bookbags Childcare 403-754-5248 Carroll Club Lillian Fair 403-747-2974 Citizens on Patrol June Churchley 403-747-2455 Communities in Bloom Linda Walker 403-747-2125 Community Services Board Glenna Carlson 403-747-2031 Haunted Lakes Golf Club 403-747-2330 Haunted Lakes Pony Club Karen Sorensen 403-742-8719 Ripley Community Hall Brenda Barritt 403-742-9827 Stanton Community Hall Mel McBride 403-747-2220 TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Della Mae Thull 403-747-3354 Thu - 9:00 AM - Alix United Church United Church Women Jean McDermand 403-747-2347 Voice of Alix Blog www.TheVoiceOfAlix.ca Waste Transfer Station (Dump) Hours Thurs., Fri., & Sat. 10:00 - 6:00 pm Women’s Institute Gloria Coates 403-747-2214 Debbie Domier 403-755-6050
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The experience of visiting your local library is unique for everyone. Visit your local library today and find exactly what you’re looking for – and some things that may surprise you. 4928 - 50th St. Box 69 Alix, AB T0C 0B0 403-747-3233
[email protected] http://alixpublic.prl.ab.ca
Library Manager: Terry Holdstock
TUES: 10:00 - 4:00 pm THURS: 2:00 - 8:00 pm SAT: 10:00 - 4:00 pm
Loving the weather. Hope it stays.
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The Alix Library has free public wireless internet access! There is a fee for printouts.
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Library eBooks...anytime, anywhere. No wait times, no hold and no late fees. https://ebook.3m.com/library/prl/
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For eAudiobooks visit http://www.booksshouldbefree.com
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Want to read newspapers on your tablet or phone? Download PressReader (www.pressreader.com) Over 2,200 newspapers in 54 languages. To access the newspapers visit http://alixpublic.prl.ab.ca.
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ONLINE CATALOG http://alixpublic.prl.ab.ca 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).
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Use your FREE library card at virtually every public library in the province.
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REMINDER Anyone who resides outside of Alix corporate limits, within the County of Lacombe, is asked to please supply the library with your legal land description. Thank you.
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BOOK SALE all year long. Purchase titles for a donation.
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The Lois Hole Library Legacy Program - Grow Your Library - You can help make a difference by making a legacy donation to the library. Contact the library for more info.
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Caring Community Happenings
LIBRARY HOURS
Income tax is around the corner so if you are low-income, I can do your tax returns. I know that times are tough out there right now. If you are in need of the food bank please contact me. Special thanks to the Alix Avalanche Peewee team for the much needed food for the Food Bank. Alix Preschool…Putting the pieces together Alix Preschool recognizes 5 developmental learning areas that are seen as pieces of a puzzle that when put together promote optimal growth and development within a fun, interactive and engaging environment. Our licensed program is run in the school and it is sponsored by Alix F.C.S.S. Subsidy available to those who qualify. To register contact Jill Hillman (403)588-5199.
Tuesday to Thursday 9:00 - 3:00 pm 403-747-2031 www.alixfcss.ca
[email protected] located in the back of the Red Building on the end of Main St., take the sidewalk around back.
Alix Lions Club Update
The original Alix history book, Pioneers and Progress, is available in a softcover format. $50.00 each. Call 403-7473233. Community Cookbooks for sale at $15 each - makes a great gift. Available at Alix Library.
Submitted by Lion Mary Flexhaug We encourage service minded people to join our team of volunteers to make all things possible. We need you and your ideas. Please contact President Curt Peterson, 403 747 258, or Mary Flexhaug, 403 747 3167, who can also put you in touch with any of our Lions members. for more information. The Lions Club meets the second Thursday of each month, fellowship at 6:30 followed by meeting at 7:00. No meetings during July and August.
Love God and love people. That's pretty much it.
We welcome guests at any meeting, call Curt Peterson 403-747-2584.
- Jen Hatmaker
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Some of our services Trish Verveda: Licensed to administer injections and Compression stocking fitter.
Anecdote from “Charles Edward Stone”(1860 – 1944) by Fred Stone The spirit of the times is reflected in this story. One day Charlie was buying some merchandise – wire, nails and some hand tools in Al Thompson’s hardware store in Alix. As Al was wrapping up the purchases, Charlie said, “Al I’ll pay for this stuff when I sell my pigs.” Al said, “That’s alright, Charlie, your credit is good, you know that.” Charlie accepted the compliment with quiet confidence. Then Al looked up and said, “By the way, Charlie, when are you going to sell your pigs?” “I don’t know, they ain’t born yet,” was Charlie’s reply. Here was the epitome of forward looking private enterprise. This article is from the book Pioneers and Progress, a history of the Alix-Clive area printed in 1974 by DW Friesen and Sons Ltd., Calgary. Copies of it and of its follow-up Gleanings are available for sale at the Alix Public Library, Alix Wagon Wheel Museum, and Alix Home Hardware
The Alix FCSS board would like to thank all of you who contribute to our programs. We realize that many people in our village may not know all that we do so here is a list of our programs. Alix preschool Santa's Anonymous Tools For School Coats For Kids Food Bank Fill a Fridge Income Tax Returns for the low-income Seniors Issues such as filling out CPP and special needs forms. Lifeline We also partner with the School Social Work program to contribute to certain events such as the Mom and Daughter Christmas Magic and Parent and Son nights. An exciting program that will be started soon will be The Rainbows program. At Christmas the Mitten Trees at the Servus Credit Union and at the Whistle Stop were sponsored by The Lions and our FCSS.
Alix Wagon Wheel Museum Association Visitor Statistics from summer, 2015:
Shannon Glover: Medication Reviews and Licensed to prescribe for minor ailments.
Tracey Billson: Licensed to administer injections and Chartered Herbalist.
For all your Prescription needs Railway Avenue Railway Avenue 403-747-2405/391-6775
Stettler Variety Showcase presents... Christine Tassan et Les Imposteures Gypsy jazz, swing quartet. Amazing instrumentals, harmonies & fun.
February 21, 2016 Opening Artist: Lisa Cuthill (nee Holliston) Pop, jazz, country songbird with hometown roots. Stettler Performing Arts Center Matinee 2:00 pm, Evening 7:30 pm. Tickets @ Pfeiffer’s House of Music & the DOOR. Adults $25, Students $10. www.christinetassanetlesimposteures.com www.stettlershowcase.com Sponsors: Arts Touring Alliance of Alberta, Stettler Independent, The Chautauqua, Alberta Foundation for the Arts and Thank you to the Rotary Club of Stettler for helping to sponsor this show
and has 10 women’s histories connected to the Alix listing. This data covers museum visitors from May 1 to August 30, 2015, who signed the guest book. • • • • •
Visitors with Alix addresses: 327 Visitors with addresses in the region covered by Central Alberta Region Museums Network (CARMN): 158. Other Alberta: 98 Other Canada: 24 International: 6.
More information about the CARMN museums, of which Alix is one, is on the unlockthepast.ca website. This website also has the Women of Aspenland section which contains information and photos and documents about women who worked hard at community building,
The site also has pictures from all CARMN member museums, a listing of events in central Alberta, and links to other sites.
The secret is not to make your music louder, but to make the world quieter. - Mitch Albom
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Alix MAC School submitted by the staff of Alix MAC School Bottle Drive We would like to express our deep appreciation for the support that our school and local community members showed during our bottle drive. We are well on our way to reaching our goal of $5000.00 for Grade 6 Camp. Every sixth grade student participated in this fundraising effort either through collecting or sorting the bottles that were collected. As the year progresses, if you find yourself with bottles that you would like to donate, please don’t hesitate to contact any grade 6 student or the school and we will make arrangements to collect your bottles. Again, it is with deep appreciation that we thank you. Pull Tabs Alix MAC is collecting pull tabs from aluminum cans. Please save, collect and bring to the school. They are donated to Red Deer Ronald McDonald House to help offset costs.
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Village of Alix Council Minutes Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Alix Council, held on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 7:00 P.M. in the Village of Alix Council Chambers.
Resolution #006/16: Moved by Councillor Peterson that the Village of Alix Council accept the Recreation Department Report as presented. CARRIED
Present:
Mayor Arlene Nelson, Councillors Curt Peterson, Rob Fehr, Gordon Christensen, and Jody Widmann
Business Arising from the Minutes:
Also Present:
Tanya Meston, Acting Chief Administrative Officer CoraLee Brookes, Recreation Coordinator
Call to Order:
Mayor Nelson called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
Amendments /Deletions to Agenda: Mayor Nelson called for amendments to the agenda.
Unfinished Business: a) Bylaw Revision Process – Bylaw #375/08 Utility Bylaw Village of Alix Council continued to review Bylaw #375/08. New Business:
a) Request for Funding – Medicine River Wildlife Centre
Resolution #007/16: Moved by Councillor Christensen that the Village of Alix Council accept this item for information. CARRIED
Approval of Agenda:
b) Meeting Request – Alix Arena Association
Resolution #001/16: Moved by Councillor Peterson that the Village of Alix Council accept the agenda with the following amendment: Add: In-Camera: Personnel CARRIED
Resolution #008/16: Moved by Councillor Christensen that the Village of Alix Council instruct administration to set up a meeting with the Alix Arena Association. CARRIED
Minutes:
Committee Reports: None
a) Regular Meeting –December 2, 2015
Resolution #002/16: Moved by Councillor Widmann that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Alix Council, held on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 be accepted as presented. CARRIED Financial:
a) Bank Reconciliations – Village of Alix – October and November 2015
Resolution #003/16: Moved by Councillor Christensen that the Village of Alix Council accept the Village of Alix Bank Reconciliations for the months of October and November 2015 as information. CARRIED b) Bank Reconciliation – Moonwalkers – October 2015 Resolution #004/16: Moved by Councillor Fehr that the Village of Alix Council accept the Moonwalkers Bank Reconciliation for the month of October 2015 as information. CARRIED Public Works Report: Resolution #005/16: Moved by Councillor Widmann that the Village of Alix Council accept the verbal Public Works Report as presented by the Acting Chief Administrative Officer. CARRIED Recreation Department Report:
Correspondence:
a) Letter from Resident
Resolution #009/16: Moved by Councillor Fehr that the Village of Alix Council instruct administration to send a reply. CARRIED Acting Chief Administrative Officer’s Report: Resolution #010/16: Moved by Councillor Christensen that the Village of Alix Council accept the Acting Chief Administrative Officer’s Report as presented. CARRIED In Camera:
a) Personnel
Resolution #011/16: Moved by Councillor Fehr that the Village of Alix Council go “In Camera” at 7:46 P.M. CARRIED Resolution #012/16: Moved by Councillor Widmann that the Village of Alix Council come “Out of Camera” at 8:46 P.M. CARRIED Adjournment: Resolution #013/16: Moved by Councillor Fehr that this regular meeting of the Village of Alix Council be adjourned at 8:47 P.M. CARRIED
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Clive Coming Events February 6 & 7
Clive Dynamite hockey team annual tournament These little hockey players would love to have the support of their community by coming in and watching some games. There will be a bake table, mega 50/50, and lots of great prizes on our raffle table. The concession has a great assortment of food that is fresh and delicious. We hope to see you there!
Sunday, February 7
Battle River Shock Midget Football Club Super Bowl Chili Shocker Fundraiser at Roosters’ Road-house. Doors open at noon - Chili Contest 2:30 - Pre Game and Super Bowl game - live & Silent auction, Per selling ticket $15 available at Rooster or Laurie Hermary 403-789-6695 to register for Chili contest go to www.camroseminorfootball.com .
February 16 - 20
Men’s Bonspiel Contact: Les Fodor 403-340-4146 or George Payne 403-784-3654
Tuesday, March 1
Red Deer/Lacombe Rural Community Crime Watch (Maskepetoon) 7 pm Clive Community Hall
Wednesday, March 2
Clive Resource Centre is partnering with Cow Patti Theatre for the dinner and performance. Tickets available from Karen 403-784-2665, Marsha 403-784-3446, Wanda 403-318-0428, Susan 403-784-2424, Carla at the Village Office, Charlene 403-784-3239 and Luci 403-784-2658.
If you liked the Golden Girls then you'll love Ida, Lucille & Doris. Three widows meet once a month for tea before visiting their husband's graves in this funny and touching play about cherishing the past and embracing the future. But their fun loving comradery gets turned upside down when widower Sam enters the scene and they all vie for his attention. Be ready to fall in love with The Cemetery Club. This title is deceiving for one of the great pleasures of this play is how funny it is. The laughter never stops. It is contagious with wickedly funny situations that embrace life and will deeply touch your heart. March 14 - 20
Mixed Bonspiel Contact: Brad Rowley 403-391-2294 or Cody Rowley 403-396-5648
Clive News Courtesy of the Valley Spotlight Staff The Annual General Meeting as planned for the Revitalization Association will be cancelled until the future of this association is determined. Another Christmas has come and gone! Clive has really stepped up to help those less fortunate in our community. A very big thank you to Clive Lions Club, Clive Library, Clive Arena, Anna Marie Cummer, Clive Thrift Store, United Church, Clive Baptist Church, Chain Lakes Gas Coop, Clive Seniors, Clive Tops, Clive Parent Council, Alix Village Shoppe and many other individuals who also generously donated funds or food. Together you made sure that everyone’s Christmas was a little brighter!
Friday, February 5, 2016 If you are in need of warm winter gear Neighborhood Place can help you out. Give Wanda a call at 403-754-5695. Clive’s outdoor rink is operational and it’s great to see residents are taking advantage of our facility! Village staff will look after clearing following major snowfalls. If you wish to use the rink and there has been a light snowfall please bring your snow shovel and clear your skating area, ensuring the snow goes out the back gates or over the sides of the boards. If anyone is interested in shovelling snow for seniors, your service would be greatly appreciated! Please call Wanda (FCSS) 403-754-5695. Clive Curling Club: Men’s Regular Curling Mixed Curling
Contact - Les Fodor—403-340-4146 Mondays-7:30pm Tuesdays-7:30pm
Knitting Ladies knitting bees: If you knit, would like to learn to knit, or just wish to finish a project join us at the Baptist Church on Thursdays. Everyone is welcome! The Voice of Your Local Thrift Shoppe The 14 ladies who gladly volunteer their time at the Thrift Shoppe wish the community a Happy New Year! The Clive Christmas Angel found her place in the home of Ken and Anita Gillard (our mayor). The 2 raffles were gratefully received by Nancy Charlton, a willing Thrift Shoppe volunteer, and Mikki Newall of Lacombe. Over the Christmas season, the Thrift Shoppe donated funds to the local food bank, and helped 3 families have a happy Christmas by sharing from the abundance in the Shoppe due to the many wonderful donations from our community. Your community Thrift Shoppe has prospered very well in the last 9 months. This is due to the dedication, generosity, and encouragement received from this community. Please keep up the good work and shop locally. In February, we hope to have a Valentine Board, so drop in and buy a ticket on the Board and win a sweet Valentine`s dinner delivered to your home for up to a party of 6 people, plus there will be a few other prizes on the Board. Our future is a bit uncertain at this time, as the building in which we are tenants changes ownership and becomes the Clive Resource Centre. The volunteers of the Thrift Shoppe would really appreciate your words of encouragement, direction, and your great donations. Thanks to everyone! As many of you in the community know, the building that houses the Thrift Shoppe is to be sold and we must pack up our Thrift Shoppe in its entirety. We have the opportunity to assist Mirror in establishing a community thrift store, which in turn will assist the Living Truth Christian School in Mirror. If anyone has questions or concerns, please call Louise Bell at 403-784-3414. In the meantime, we are still exploring any possible option to keep the Thrift Shoppe in our community. Thank you to everyone who has encouraged us and given us suggestions, which we have explored to the best of our ability. The Clive Community Hall Assn. would like to thank everyone who supported the Craft & Gift Sale in December, shoppers and vendors alike. Over $1,000 was raised for the new hall fund. New Hall Board Members & their ideas are welcome. Call Gord Peters at 784-2978. Clive Resource Centre Society thanks everyone who purchased poinsettias - we had a very successful fundraiser. The money will be used for building costs when we take possession of the building where the Thrift Shoppe is located in mid February and hope to start renovations in April. Body Therapy classes. This is not an aerobic workout, but getting together to help us exercise/stretch for our backs, knees, hips, and general body maintenance. We are going to pool our exercises given to us by physiotherapists, doctors, and chiropractors to keep us all mobile and active. Classes Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7-8pm at the Clive School.
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Events in Tees Tees outdoor rink is available to use. Contact Kelly with any questions at 587-377-4509.
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Sargent District Call George 403 784 3654 or Marie 403 784 3444
Tees 50+ meet Tuesday afternoons at 1:30 pm at the Tees Hall. Contact Evelyn Lubbers 403-782-5080 Tees Agricultural meetings 2nd Tuesday of the month 8 pm Tees Hall. President Cody Meston 403-747-2928 For bookings of the Tees Hall, Annex or Rodeo Grounds call Michelle Robinson 403-754-5678 Tees 4-H Wranglers meetings are at the Tees Hall the first Friday of every month at 6:30 pm. and ride at the arena every other Sunday.
Haynes Happenings Hall Rentals - call Mike 403-391-3546 Haynes Community Church Service & Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Mac Parker 403-784-3078.
Clive School Courtesy of the Clive School Staff Friday, February 5
Wolf Creek Staff Collaboration Day no school
Tuesday, February 9
Grades 2-9 Parent/Teacher Interviews
Thursday, February 11
Grades 2-9 Parent/Teacher Interviews
Monday, February 15
Family Day Holiday
Tuesday, February 16
Wolf Creek Staff Collaboration Day no school for students
Wednesday, February 17
District PD Day no school for students
February 18 & 19
Teachers’ Convention no school for students
Wednesday, February 24
Junior High Academic Updates
Thursday, February 25
Grades 1-6 go to Chronicles of Narnia in Red Deer
Friday, February 26
Student Recognition Assembly (date changed)
Thursday, March 3
The Alberta Opera presents The Steadfast Tin Soldier, one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories. This family friendly production tells the tale of the toy solider who loves the delicate paper ballerina. When the evil Jack-in-the-Box turns on him, the little soldier sets out on adventures that will change who he was! 1:30 p.m. In the Clive School Gym
Thanks so much to all the people who brought in treats for the staff around Christmas time. It was much appreciated! As well, the staff would like to thank Clive School Council for their thoughtfulness in providing a delicious lunch for staff on PD Day, January 22.
Chatelaine Club The Chatelaine Club held their annual election of officers on January 19th at the Westling Hall. Co-Presidents this year will be Anna Marie Lea and Avis Sayers, with Vice-President being Carrie-Ann Knight. Gladys Jeglum is still our faithful Secretary and Lisa Bierens will continue to be Treasurer. We thank all the club members for pitching in and making the last year a successful one, as well as look-ing forward to another great year ahead! The Westling Hall Board and Chatelaine Club our currently undertaking kitchen renovations in the Westling Hall. The community is excited to see this long awaited project completed.
If you want to be one of the chosen, all you have to do is choose yourself. - Author Unknown
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Friday, February 5, 2016 Library programs: • Friday Night Movies: 2nd Friday of the month. A FREE movie at Clive Community Hall. Concession on site. • Story Time: Tuesday 11 - 11:30 • After School Arts & Crafts: Thursday 3:30 - 4:30 pm. • Board Game Fridays: 1:00 - 4:00 pm. Watch for information on upcoming workshops and events.
Beauty n’ Beast Fitness Facility 4904 – 50St Under New Ownership For membership information and hours of operation, contact Christina or Scott 403-783-1377 or 403-704-7716 Block Parents contact Wanda Wagner at 403-318-0425.
Clive School Principal: Mr. T. Jardine 403-784-3354 or 403-341-4153 http://clive.wolfcreek.ab.ca Clive Seniors Circle Monday afternoons at 1:30pm – friendship, floor curling, shuffle board, pool, cards or carpet bowling. All activities are at the Meeting Room. For more information contact Allan Street – 403784-3884.
Chatelaine Club (Westling) meets 3rd Tues. - 7:30pm Westling Hall Jill Jeglum 403-784-3217.
Clive Skating Club President Colleen Haining 587-877-2560
Clive Ag Society meets 3rd Thursday at the Clive Arena. President is Cory Grose 403-784-3910.
Clive/Tees Neighbourhood Place Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 to 4:00 pm. Phone 403-754-5695
Clive Baptist Church Clive Baptist Church: Pastor Jamie Veitch 403-848-0665 Pastor Rick Williams 403-877-6469 Sunday Morning Worship Service 11am Kids Worship Sunday morning at 9:30am Sunday School for kids and adults 10am Youth Group – age 12 to grade 12; Friday nights at 7pm Jr World Changers- Thursdays 6:30-8pm; kids grade 3-6 Office Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 8am-12pm Phone: 403-784-3335 Email:
[email protected] See our website for full details: www.clivebaptist.ca
Clive United Church worship service at 10:00 am.
Clive Christian Fellowship for Sunday School times and information contact Pastor Gordon Rowland at 403-784-3172.
Community Sign (Hwy 12) to add an event contact Michelle at ATB
Clive Community Building (behind Rooster’s) is presently for sale but is available for small meetings or sports/event registrations. The space is small but is suitable for any club or group that requires a meeting space. This is offered FREE of charge. Please contact Louise Bell at 403-784-3414 to book the space. Clive Community Hall contact Bev Krochak 403-784-3964. Clive Curling Club Kelly Giles 403-784-2262 Clive and District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Clive FCSS Outreach Coordinator – Wanda Wagner. Office phone: 403-754-5695 email:
[email protected].
Clive Village Office 403-784-3366 Mayor: Anita Gillard Councillors: Luci Henry, Dan Graden, Bev Krochak, Marvin Wieler. Council meetings 2nd & 4th Monday of each month at 6:00pm at the Village Office. Website www.clive.ca – To have an event posted on the site, please email the details to
[email protected]. Pioneers and Progress History Books available in softcover from the Village Office for $50.00.
Little Red Hen Playschool Tuesday mornings – contact Jamie Hodgkinson – 403-784-3369. Meals on Wheels Orders are placed once a month, with a minimum $30 order required. For more information contact Wanda – 403-7545696. POP Parents of Preschoolers Playgroup Wednesdays from 9:3011:30 am Clive Baptist Church Basement – Facilitator – Cheryl Derksen – 403-784-2969. Rooster’s Roadhouse: • Bingo Wednesday • Friday Steak Night Grill your own steak from 5 - 10 pm For more information - 403-784-2662
Clive Figure Skating Club Alyssa Meyers 403-396-8218 Clive Fire Dept. is looking for new members. If you would like to develop skills in this field, call the Village Office at 403-784-3366. Fire Chief – Monte Zaytsoff – 403-784-3997. Clive Hotel has a High Speed Internet Café in the front lobby. Also home to Susan’s Pizza – 403-784-3334. The Hotel is offering a full breakfast menu Monday - Friday, opening at 6:00 each morning.
Tees-Clive TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Club meets every Thursday 8:00 - 10:30am at the Clive Christian Fellowship Church, weigh in 8:00 - 9:15 am. Leader: Cathy Sim 403-747-2135. To join, or for more information: Anita Cole 403-784-3389 UPS & Purolator Courier Services available at Clive Village Foods – 403-784-3383. Valley Thrift Shoppe open Tues, Wed, Thurs: 2-5pm
Clive Lions Club meets 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month – 7:30pm at the Clive Community Hall. Contact Wayne Rodney 403783-2795 Clive Meeting Room to book call David Jones 403-597-7455 Clive Minor Hockey Ryan Ronald 403-318-5983 Clive Public Library (Located below Village Office) Melanie Boettcher (librarian) – 403-784-3131 Library Hours: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Tuesday and Wednesday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm Thursday 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Friday
Westling Hall Lisa Bierens 403-784-2574
You spend your whole life cleaning and fighting dust, and then they bury you in it. - Author Unknown
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Village of Clive Council Minutes Minutes of a Regular Meeting of the Council of the Village of Clive Province of Alberta, held on January 11, 2016 In the Village Office at 6:00 p.m. Present:
Mayor Gillard, Councillors Graden, Henry, Krochak and Wieler, and CAO Kenney.
Meeting to Order:
Mayor Gillard called the meeting to order at 6:05 pm.
Agenda: RC-16-001:
Minutes: RC-16-002:
Entered Meeting: CAO Report: RC-16-003:
Moved by Councillor Henry to approve the agenda as presented. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLYMoved by Councillor Wieler to approve the minutes of the December 14, 2015 Regular Council Meeting as presented. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
Linear Tax Symposium in Leduc on January 27, 2016. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLYLGAA Conference: RC-16-008:
MLA Meeting Request: RC-16-009:
Lisa Joy, ECA Review, entered the meeting at 6:10 pm. Moved by Councillor Graden to accept the CAO report for information. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
b. Bank Statement Moved by Councillor Wieler to approve the December Bank Statement as presented. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
RC-16-011:
Board Reports:
Councillors attended and reported on the following meetings. * Councillor Henry – None * Councillor Krochak – Maskepetoon Crime Watch * Councillor Wieler – None * Councillor Graden – None * Mayor Gillard – Hwy 12/21, CAEP AGM
RC-16-012:
Moved by Councillor Krochak to accept the Board Reports for information. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
2016 Interim Operating & Capital Budget: RC-16-004: Moved by Councillor Henry to accept the 2016 Interim Operating and Capital Budget as presented in the amount of $1,384,912. After grant revenue, contributions to & from reserves, users fees and other revenue are accounted for, the total property taxes to be collected for municipal purposes is $636,701. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLYNew Business: Clive Resource Centre Society: RC-16-005:
ICS-100 Training: RC-16-006:
Exit Meeting: AUMA Linear Tax Symposium: RC-16-007:
Moved by Councillor Henry to authorize Mayor Gillard’s attendance with the Mayors and Reeves of MLA Ron Orr’s constituency to discuss possible ways of managing and coping with the economic downturn. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLYa. Accounts Payable: Moved by Councillor Graden to approve the Accounts Payables in the amount of $88,105.75 cheques number 13505 through 13556 inclusive. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
Old Business:
Financial: RC-16-010:
Moved by Councillor Graden to authorize CAO Kenney and Municipal Clerk Felker to attend the Local Government Administration Association’s Conference in Red Deer on April 6 to 8, 2016. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
Moved by Councillor Krochak to advise the Clive Resource Centre Society that their property at Lot 4&5; Block 17; Plan RN48 will be considered tax exempt as it appears it will meet the requirements under MGA 362(1) . The Village of Clive will not be granting water, sewer or garbage relief at this time, however it is prepared to contribute monetary support for the Village’s utility charges as agreed to on March 10, 2014. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLYMoved by Councillor Henry that the Village of Clive host an Incident Command System (ICS) – 100 course on February 4, 2016 at the Clive Meeting Room. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLYLisa Joy exited the meeting at 6:55 pm.
Moved by Councillor Wieler to authorize Mayor Gillard and CAO Kenney to attend the AUMA
Correspondence: RC-16-013:
Adjournment: RC-16-014:
Moved by Councillor Wieler that the in-office correspondence as listed on the agenda be received and filed. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLYMoved by Mayor Gillard to adjourn the meeting at 7:45 p.m. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-
Sometimes the “right” way to do something may not be the best way to do it. - Amish proverb
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Mirror Community Saturday, February 13
Valentine Tea & Bake Sale 2 pm at Mirror United Church. Entertainment by Visions Country Gospel $10 per person.
Thursday, March 17
Stew Supper at Mirror United Church at 5:30 pm. Everyone welcome!
Saturday, April 16
Mirror Library Annual Spring Market at the Mirror Community Hall 10 - 2 pm. Lunch available. Tables $10. To book a table, please call Gale 403-788-3835. __________________
Mirror Community Food Bank: Open the second and fourth Mondays of the month from 6pm-7pm at the Skating Rink. Alternate access may be arranged by calling Peggy at 587-216-3227. Food donations can be dropped off at the Post Office. For other donations or questions please call 403-788-2204 . ___________________ Blue Barrels: There are several barrels available at the Hardware store in Mirror. If interested in participating in the Blue Barrel Project, please fill in a registration form, pick up a barrel, decorate them over the winter months and we will be judging once again next summer. This project is sponsored by the Friends of the Mirror Library Society. Any questions, please contact Molly at 403-8189672. __________________
Jolly Seniors • Coffee is on every weekday morning at the Friendly Inn • Suppers - 2nd Wednesdays of each month @ 5:30 p.m. at the Friendly Inn. • Floor Curling held Thursdays at 1:00 pm at the Community Hall. • Pancake Breakfast - 2nd Sunday of the month. 9 - 1:00 p.m. @ the Jolly Seniors. • Birthdays celebrated the 4th Wednesday of each month. ________________ Mirror Alliance Church welcomes you to worship with us! Sunday School for all ages at 9:30am. Coffee Time at 10:00am. Morning Worship at 10:30am. Jr. Church and Nursery are available during Morning Worship. Please contact 403-788-2204 or check www.mirroralliancechurch.com for more details concerning Bible Studies during the week. Mirror United Church Sunday services at 9:30 am with Sunday School for children of all ages. For information call Gale at 403-7883835. We extend a warm welcome to anyone who may be looking for a church home. There is a time for coffee & fellowship after the service. www.bmunitedchurch.com. email:
[email protected] Mirror Seventh - Day Adventist Church (corner of 52 St & 51 Ave, north) Saturday Sabbath time: 10:00 am. Prayer Meeting: Winter: in homes. All are welcome to attend. Pastor Ron Henderson 403-7551570; cell: 403-597-6053. Mirror Guiding groups meet Mondays after school at the United Church. Sparks ages 5 & 6 (ECS/Gr. 1) Brownies ages 7 & 8 (Gr. 2 & 3) Guides ages 9-11 (Gr. 4,5,6) Pathfinders ages 12– 14 (Gr. 7,8,9) Rangers ages 15+ (Gr. 10,11, 12) Join us for adventures, challenge, friendship, and fun! To register anytime, please call Gale 403-788-3835. Cookies are available! Leaders needed.
403-788-3835
Rec. Society and Community Hall For information regarding meetings contact Margaret Wasylenko 403-788-3979. Community Hall rental: Lisa Hawksworth 403-788-3890. Mirror and District Museum 403 788 3828 The Museum is open June, July and August. Tuesday to Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM & Sunday 1 PM to 4 PM Meetings are on the 1st Monday of the Month at 7 PM. Mirror Volunteer Fire Department meets the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays. Friends of the Mirror Library Society Hours: Wednesday 1:00 - 7:00 pm Librarian: Laura Graham Board Chair: Molly Hanson-Nagel Mirror Legion Br. 189 5015 50 Ave Legion: 403-788-2222 Fax: 403-788-2225 President: David Lilly Secretary: George Switner Meat Draws - every Saturday at 4 pm. Ladies Auxiliary Meat draws 1st and 3rd Sat. Legion Meat Draws the other Sat. Everyone welcome. Regular meetings - 1:00 pm. 2nd Sunday of the month. The Legion is open Thursday & Friday at 5 p.m. Saturday at 2 p.m. ________________ Transfer Station Hours Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10 - 6 pm ________________ Lacombe County Terry Hager Tim Timmons Agriculture: Keith Boras
403-782-6601
403-782-3820 (fax)
403-782-6601 403-318-3311 (cell) Keith is the contact for Mirror inquiries.
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Living Truth Christian School
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News from the Friends of the Mirror Library Society
Submitted by Staff members
Submitted by Laura Graham
Living Truth Christian School in Mirror is open for registrations for Kindergarten to Grade 12.
Your Mirror Library has turned the page to a new year. We invite you to consider being a volunteer in a new chapter of our adventure. There are two ways you can help: a Library Angel or a Board Member.
We are a fully accredited Christian school with Alberta certified teachers and we follow the Alberta Curriculum Learning Outcomes. If you are interested in learning more about the school, please call the office at: 403 – 788 – 2444 to make an appointment to view the school, meet the staff and take home our information package. We’ll look forward to meeting you!
Attitude Author unknown A famous writer was in his study. He picked up his pen and began writing: "Last year, my gallbladder was removed. I was stuck in bed due to this surgery for a long time. The same year I reached the age of 60 and had to give up my favorite job. I had spent 30 years of my life with this publishing company. The same year I experienced the death of my father. In the same year my son failed in his medical exam because he had a car accident. He had to stay in the hospital with a cast on his leg for several days. And, the destruction of the car was a second loss." His concluding statement: "Alas! It was such a bad year!!" When the writer's wife entered the room, she found her husband looking dejected, sad and lost in his thoughts. She carefully and surreptitiously read what he had written, and silently left the room and came back shortly with another piece of paper on which she had written her summary of the year's events and placed it beside her husband's paper. When her husband saw that she had written something in response to his account of the year's events, he read: "Last year I finally got rid of my gallbladder which had given me many years of pain. I turned 60 with sound health and retired from my job. Now I can utilize my time to write better and with more focus and peace. The same year my father, at the age of 95 without depending on anyone and without any critical conditions, met his Creator. The same year, God blessed my son with life. "My car was destroyed, but my son was alive and without permanent disability." At the end she wrote: "This year was an immense blessing and it passed well!!"
Angels help out with volunteer tasks that fit their time schedule throughout the year whether bringing materials for crafts, baking goodies, weeding the garden or decorating the library. Whether once or many times, all help is very much appreciated. Like the Angels, Board Members keep the library vibrant! Responsibilities include attending 6-8 meetings per year, helping out with Library events such as our markets and tea, and volunteering time for our spring clean-up. Most importantly your fresh ideas will ensure Mirror Library becomes an even more visible community partner. If either or both of these volunteer positions intrigue you, please introduce yourself at the library any Wednesday or send an email to
[email protected]
MORAL: In our daily lives we must see that it's not happiness that makes us grateful, but gratefulness that makes us happy. There is always, always, always something to be thankful for. ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING And attitude is the one thing that we always, in every circumstance, have control over.
One Simple Act Remember-lotions Tired of making New Year’s resolutions you never keep? When we decide to adopt a new behaviour, we tend to forget because it's not a fully formed habit yet. Do something different this year and make “remember-lutions.” Throughout the year, whenever anything happens that makes you greener and prouder, write it down and put it in the jar. Keep going. At the end of 2016 or part way through the year, like during Earth Hour (Saturday, March 19 between 8:30-9:30 p.m.) review them to remind yourself how awesome you are! Green your Office There are easy ways, even with limited funds and time, that any office can implement greener practices and reduce their environmental footprint. http://www.techsoup.org/support/articles-and-how-tos/ Re-gifting Is re-gifting a crime…against giving? The truth is we all get gifts that are not to our liking, it just happens. Go ahead and re-gift without guilt. http://www.daveramsey.com/blog/10-rules-of-regifting Did you Know 2016 is the International Year of Pulses (lentils, beans, chick peas). Pulses play an important role in sustainable food production and healthy diets. With the World Health Organization declaring that red meat is probably carcinogenic and numerous studies indicating the huge environmental impact of eating meat, pulses are a good substitute. Make a New Year's Resolution to eat more pulses! Plan a meatless meal with a “pulse”. Here are some recipe ideas: http://pulse.ab.ca/consumers/ recipes/#.VpQAJSjSwRY
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Dickie, David, Alan, Ray & Jesus by Rev. Robin King
Friday, February 5, 2016
Bashaw Events Tuesday, February 9
Pancake Supper at Bashaw United Church 5-7 pm. Adults $10, Children $7
Wednesday, February 10
Mother Goose Rhyme Time Playgroup at Bashaw Public Library
Wednesday, February 17
Monkey Business Playgroup at Bashaw Public Library
Thursday, February 18
But the origin of "icon" is in the Greek, meaning a likeness or an image. Our contemporary use is to mean a person or thing that represents something meaningful to us.
Bashaw & District Victim Services AGM at 6:30 at the Bashaw Library
Tuesday, February 23
So that's how it came up when I ran into somebody at the gas station just after David Bowie died. We talked about him being an icon, not just for his creative musical artistry, but for being faithful to being himself. He inspired artists and musicians and anyone who was unique and different to be true to who they are and to believe in their imagination and creativity. Sadly, we also noted, icons, just like everyone, leave us. What we have is their image, indelibly printed on us.
Tickets go on sale 10 am at the theatre for The Majestic theatre Funny Money by Ray Cooney as a dinner theatre Show goes up April 7,8,9,10 and 14,15,16, 2016
Wednesday, February 24
Mother Goose Rhyme Time Playgroup at Bashaw Public Library
Thursday, February 28
Bashaw Majestic Theatre Annual General Meeting at the theatre, main street Bashaw AB from 2 pm - 4 pm. Election of officers for 2016. Any changes to the bylaws must be in writing and submitted to the executive prior to February 14 2016 Pot luck to follow meeting, all members, former members, and interested folk are welcome to attend. Annual membership fee is $5 Payable at the door.
I hear the word "icon" being used a lot lately. And not in a tech savvy computer user way. Tech users know an icon's the little thing on your screen that represents what you're going to get when you touch it or click on it. It's also the proper name for a venerated painting or pictorial representation of a saint or religious figure, particularly in the Orthodox and Eastern Christian churches.
That's undoubtedly why we've been hearing it so much lately. We've lost some pretty important icons in the last little while, like Dickie Moore, David Bowie, Alan Rickman and Ray Daley. There's lots more, to be sure, but the point is that we acknowledge their iconic nature based on what they represent to us, personally. That can then become collectively recognized, depending on their fame or their appeal, and to whom they appeal and how. Dickie Moore, for example, was a legendary hockey player with the Montreal Canadiens, a Hall of Famer who, with Jean Beliveau and the Richard brothers, led the Canadiens to six Stanley Cups in the late 1950's. He was a gifted player and a determined competitor. David Bowie was an amazing musician and an innovative artist who challenged norms in music, art, gender and spirituality, inspiring other to do the same. Alan Rickman was an actor who's distinctive voice and style took him from Shakespeare to Harry Potter in a wide variety of roles, creating "iconic" characters. He was also known to be generous and supportive of other actors and is remembered by colleagues and critics as one of the greatest actors of his generation. Ray Daley was a good man. He'd probably be embarrassed to be included here, although I'm pretty sure he'd be shocked to be mentioned with David Bowie (and not in a good way). You might not have included him, either, because you might not know who he is. Ray lived in Mirror, Alberta. He died just before Christmas after a long and stubborn battle with cancer. Ray was a little bit rough around the edges and he certainly had his struggles in life. I only got to know Ray in the last six years, but to me he's an icon. He loved his family, the Royal Canadian Legion and his church. He was one of the best "not-a-church-goer-s" I ever met. He didn't care much for sitting in a pew, but he was, as he said, a "believer" who would rather be doing something than sitting, listening to someone talk about it. At his memorial at the Legion, there were stories from others of how Ray touched their lives in ways they'll always remember, always live out. Of course, Ray wasn't famous, not beyond his community, but then, he wasn't trying to be. He was just trying to be Ray to one person at a time. This time of year is the season of Epiphany, the season of "revealing" when we hear stories of Jesus being, well, Jesus. There was no PR cam-
The Bashaw Historical Society has produced PDF archives copies scanned fro microfiche of the original Bashaw Record (1911-12) and the Bashaw Star from 1915-50. It’s a great gift idea and will provide hours of enjoyment. CDs sell for $20 each and are available at BDSS and the Bashaw Library. Another great gift idea is the 2 volume history book, Bashaw & District Over 100 Years of Memories, selling at a new price of $75.00/set. Available at BDSS. paign or global broadcast. The angels came to a few poor shepherds. It was a few magi who followed the star. When Mary and Joseph took Jesus to the temple to be named, it was only Simeon and Anna that knew him. How big, really, was the crowd who saw John - one on one baptize Jesus. At the wedding in Cana, who knew Jesus had turned the water into wine? Only a few. And when Jesus proclaims "the Spirit of the Lord is upon me" in the synagogue, it was to a small, hometown crowd who knew him. I don't think fame was on Jesus' agenda. I think he was more concerned with personal, heart felt contact, with being Jesus to one person at a time, bringing love and compassion to one person at a time, bringing people closer to God one person at a time. Jesus' fame grew as those who experienced him shared their stories and their lives, living as Jesus showed them, one person at a time. It's so easy for our eyes to be drawn to the famous and perhaps they are, sometimes, deserving. But look at the people around you: I bet there's an icon of Jesus there. And look at you: can you, too, be an icon of Jesus to those around you? Maybe even one person at a time.
What is truer than Truth? A story. - Jewish proverb
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Battle River Bus Route: from Bashaw to Ferintosh, Edberg, New Norway, Duhamel (to Camrose/return). The bus (available to ALL ages). 780-372-3631 or 1-855-472-3631. Bashaw Adult Learning Courses 780-3723648 for courses and to register. Community Theatre please call for more information. Bashaw Ag Society meets 2nd Monday of the month at 7 pm at the Ag Grounds. Bashaw Ag. Society Building: phone 780-372-3079, fax 780-372-3059. President's Home Phone 780-877-2598. E-mail
[email protected]. Facebook https://www.facebook,com/bashaw.agboard. To book Ag Facility or Ball Diamonds, Loretta Paget 780-781-6451 or 780-372-3911 MonWed. Bashaw Art Club 10 - 3 pm Tuesdays above the Happy Gang Centre. For more information on classes and our meetings call: Gail Skjaveland 780 877 2393, Cathy Schafer 403 788 3625, Judy Hoy 780 372 3651 Bashaw Bottle Depot Wed 10-2 PM Thurs, Fri, Sat. 9 - 4:30 PM Bashaw Bus Society Shuttle Tuesday in town service. Camrose service: Thursdays only. To book call 780 372-3631. Charter available Bashaw Community Church 10:00 am Sunday Service Bible Study Wednesday evenings at 7 pm. Contact: 780-372-3581. Bashaw Daycare Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 6 pm. 780-372-4074. Bashaw & District Chamber of Commerce Meets regularly. Please visit our website http://enjoybashaw.com/events/ for community and Chamber meetings, dates and times. Facebook page https:// www.facebook.com/BashawChamber or email
[email protected] Bashaw Medical Clinic Call 780-372-3740 Bashaw & District Food Bank 780-372-4074 Bashaw & District Preschool 780-372-4074.
Bashaw Meadows Volunteers needed for a variety of positions: Contact 780-372-2056 for more information.
Bashaw & District Regional Health & Wellness Foundation Box 760, Bashaw, AB T0B 0H0. On Facebook as “Bashaw & District Regional Health & Wellness Foundation –Bdrhwf”
Bashaw RCMP Victim Services Bethany Simpson 780-372-3793.
Bashaw Elks meet 1st Wednesday of the month for a Dinner Meeting at 6:30 pm at the Bashaw Community Centre. (No meetings July and August). For more info contact Leon Braseth 780-372-4437.
Bashaw Thrift Store open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 104pm. Drop off only received during business hours.
Bashaw 4H Beef Club Anyone ages 6-21 welcome. Contact Christy Van De Voorde 780-608-6197.
Bashaw Skating Club Karen 780-372-2447.
Bashaw Well Child Clinics 3rd Wednesday of each month. For appointments, please call Camrose Public Health at 780-679-2980. Bashaw Youth Centre open Tues - Fri 3 - 7 pm. Phone 780-372-4048.
Bashaw 4H Canine Club contact Zoe Kisling 780-781-7747 Bethany Lifeline call 780-372-4074. Bashaw Historical Society meeting the second Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Lutheran Church. Contact Pam at 780 372- 2031. Bashaw Home Support Program Routine housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry. For more information call BDSS at 780-372-4074. Bashaw Legion Wednesdays Bingo 1st and 3rd Thursday Cribbage Friday Community Darts
7:30 pm. 7:00 pm 7:00 pm
Bashaw Library (in the Community Centre) Monday 1:30 -4:30 pm, Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. 10 am - 4:30 pm, closed for lunch 12:30 -1:30 pm, Sat. 10-noon, Free internet access, books, movies, & more! Monkey Business Playgroup - 1st & 3rd Wed. at 10 AM, free drop in program for children 0-5 yrs, with an adult. Kids Lego Club drop in. Bashaw Light Horse Club a family oriented light horse riding club dedicated to having fun with our horses while learning to be the best horse people we can be. Find us on Facebook for more information.
Fire Department meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at the Fire Hall. Contact Chief Mike Andriatz, Deputy Chief Jordan Lee, Town Office. 4H Beef Club meets 1st Monday at 7:00 pm. Call Karen 780-877-2598. Happy Gang Seniors Centre Mondays Hula 10:30 a.m. 500 1:00 p.m. Ukulele 5:00 p.m. Tuesdays Bridge 1:30 p.m. Thursdays Cribbage 1:00 p.m. Fridays Darts 10:00 a.m. (Nov. - Apr.) Floor Curling 1:30 p.m. Sunday Canasta 1:30 p.m. Everyone welcome to take part in activities. There is a small charge for each activity. Refreshments served at most activities. Membership is available in the Buffalo Lake Golden Age Club for $10.00 per year, which is appreciated but is not mandatory. For more information, phone 780-372-3801 during activity hours or 780-372-3672.
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Friday, February 5, 2016
Town of Bashaw Approved Council Minutes REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2015 – 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS Attendance:
Mayor Penny Shantz, Deputy Mayor Rosella Peterman, Councillor Bryan Gust, Councillor Darren Pearson Chief Administrative Officer: Theresa Fuller Regrets: Public Works Foreman, Murray Holroyd Recording Secretary: Kathy Berry Press in Attendance: Jordie Dwyer (Jordie exited at 5:46 p.m.), Lisa Joy (Lisa exited at 5:26 p.m.)
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CALL TO ORDER by Mayor at 4:56 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING - none ADDITIONS & AGENDA APPROVAL of December 17, 2015 MOVED by Councillor Pearson to adopt the AGENDA OF DECEMBER 17, 2015 with the addition of: 7.6 Budweiser Commercial MOTION # 283-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 4)
MINUTES 4.1 Minutes of Regular Council Meeting of December 3, 2015 MOVED by Councillor Schultz to approve the Minutes of December 3, 2015 as presented. MOTION # 284-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Deputy Mayor Peterman transitioned the Chair over to Mayor Shantz at 5:03 p.m. 5)
DELEGATIONS - Terri Brown-Gust, Bashaw Library - Levi Wynnyk, Total Control Security Terri Brown-Gust and Jackie Northey for presentation at 4:56 p.m. on behalf of the Bashaw Library. Presentation made, following which, both departed from the meeting at 5:09 p.m.
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BYLAWS 6.1 Rescind Bylaw 671-04 MOVED by Councillor Schultz to rescind Bylaw 671-04 MOTION 285-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6.2 Bylaw 770-2015 Fire Services Bylaw – Third and Final Reading MOVED by Councillor Pearson to proceed with the third and final reading of Bylaw 770-2015 Fire Services Bylaw. MOTION #286-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
7.5 Interim Budget Draft MOVED by Councillor Schultz to approve the Interim Budget Draft as presented by CAO Fuller. MOTION#290-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 7.6 Budweiser Commercial MOVED by Councillor Pearson to approve the use of the Airport site for a Commercial with the onus on the production to make a Donation rather than to pay a set fee. MOTION #291-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Delegations Levi Wynnyk, Total Control Security (as per 5) DELEGATIONS) entered the meeting at 5:17 p.m. He presented on behalf of Total Control Security. Mr. Wynnyk exited the meeting at 6:01 p.m. MOVED by Deputy Mayor Peterman to accept the Delegation presentations as information. MOTION #292-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 8)
COMMITTEE & STAFF REPORTS 8.1 Committee Reports A. Mayor Shantz reported that she attended the Mayors and Reeves meeting Red Deer and additionally attended the Hwy 12/21 meeting with CAO Fuller and Councillor Schultz B. Deputy Mayor Peterman – reported that she attended the BARB meeting as well as the Bashaw Youth Foundation meeting. C. Councillor Gust – reported that he had attended the Bashaw Bus Society meeting. D. Councillor Pearson – reported that he had not attended any meetings but that the Bashaw Agriculture Society is still working on the outdoor skating rink. E. Councillor Schultz - reported that he attended the BARB meeting as well as the HWY 12/21. 8.2 Staff Reports A. Murray Holroyd – on holidays, no report available. B. CAO Report i. Attached to Minutes MOVED by Councillor Gust to accept the Committee & Staff Reports as presented. MOTION # 293-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 9)
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NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7.1 Tabled from last meeting - New Members Required for: Regional Assessment Review Board – CAO Update. CAO Fuller presented verbal update and asked for further suggestions as she has been unsuccessful in finding someone to take over the position. Other prospects suggested. Matter again to be tabled for updates. 7.2 Compass Geomatics Ltd. - Surveying Fees – Vista Lots MOVED by Councillor Pearson to approve and pay the Surveying Fees for the Vista Lots. MOTION 287-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 7.3 Town of Bashaw Monthly Statement MOVED by Deputy Mayor Peterman to accept the Town of Bashaw Monthly Statement as information. MOTION 288-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 7.4 Camrose County – Letter of Understanding MOVED by Councillor Gust to accept and approve the Letter of Understanding of Camrose County. MOTION 289-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
CORRESPONDENCE a. Gitzel Krejci Dand Peterson, Chartered Accountants – Auditor Letter b. Diamond Municipal Solutions – 15 year Recognition c. Alberta Government – Emergency Social Services initiative d. Bashaw Valley Lodge – Background information on proposed Senior Complex. MOVED by Councillor Pearson to accept the correspondence as presented. MOTION#294-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 10) IN CAMERA – Land MOVED by Councillor Schultz to go in Camera at 6:52 p.m. MOTION #295-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOVED by Councillor Pearson to come out of Camera at 7:36 p.m. MOTION #296-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 11)
NEXT MEETING: Regular Council Meeting –January 7, 2016 – 5:00 pm. in Council Chambers. MOVED by Deputy Mayor Peterman that the next regular Council
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Meeting on January 7, 2016 @ 5:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. MOTION #297-2015 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 12)
ADJOURNMENT of the December 17, 2015 Regular Meeting of Council called by Mayor Shantz at 7:39 p.m.
Bashaw School www.brsd.ab.ca/bashaw
submitted by the Bashaw School Staff Monday, February 15
No school Family Day
Tuesday, February 16
No school Staff PD Day
Graduation class would like to thank the following sponsors from their raffle in December. Your donations were greatly appreciated! Bashaw Grad Raffle Sponsors Cat’s Pajamas Soap Dan’s Custom Woodworking Bashaw Meats and Sausage Bashaw Parts Bashaw Drugs Bashaw Grocery Bashaw Concrete Nail Detail by Kathy Hairz Amore CLR Healing Bashaw Feeds Bashaw Sports Bashaw Hotel OK Tire Fred and Pat’s UFA Esso Amtric Ion Fitness Wongs Wags to Riches Max’s Restaurant Home Hardware Avon Regal Servus Credit Union Bashaw Farm and Building Supply Thank you to all our local sponsors who contributed to the success of our raffle in support of our graduation! Congratulations to our winners! 1. Gift certificate bundle - Bonnie Ann Flack 2. Wooden memory box – Heather Goldsmith 3. “Spa” gift package – Scott Dancy
Submitted by Cindy Hunter These 3 amigas: Kayleen, Stacey and Cindy (above) are going to Guatemala Feb. 27 for a 2-week Mission trip. We'll be working with 17 widows & 50 children in several small villages. There is a shortage of items we're hoping to bring with us. Help us stuff our suitcases! Donations: 1. New or gently used kids' running shoes & dress shoes for school. 2. Kids' Backpacks 3. School supplies( colouring books, pencils, erasers, pencil crayons etc.) 4. Toiletries for women ( ie. lotions, soap, shampoo) 5. Cash donations over $20 can be given a tax receipt
Go to www.lovemadereal.com for more info or contact any of the gals. Items can be left at the Library with Cindy. Mucho gracias.
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Village of Donalda "Pancake and Music Jam" 2nd Sunday of each month. Pancakes at 11:00 a.m. Jam session to follow...Come join enjoy a fun time at the "Drop-In Centre" (corner of Main St. and Alberta Ave.) Donalda Friendship Coulee Club Drop in each Saturday at the Club for "Coffee, and Fellowship" Where: Drop In Centre on Main St. and Alberta Ave. 1:30pm. - 4pm. We'd love to see you there!! Friday, February 19, 2016
Ag Society County Service Awards Banquet hope to see you all out.
An Eco-Tourist Development at Meeting Creek By Glenys Smith, Chairperson Camrose Heritage Railway Station Established in 1988, the Canadian Northern (Meeting Creek) Historical Society, in conjunction with several partners, is playing an active role in the development of an extensive Linear Park system in East Central Alberta. Seven sections of Natural Linear Park located on abandoned rail beds owned by the East Central Alberta Heritage Society have already been created. The 4 km sections total approximately 25 kilometres out of more than 114 kilometres of available right of way between Edberg, AB and Rumsey, AB. Located in natural virgin territory, the trails are ecologically important. They help to preserve wetlands and provide the treed corridors required by a variety of migrating bird species, while creating excellent opportunities for people to connect with nature. The parks are fenced and gated. There are no road crossings, industrial activity, or heavy equipment usage on the trails. Public access is by foot only, and no motorized vehicles of any kind are allowed. It is hoped that a Natural Linear Park encompassing the entire 114 kilometres of right of way can eventually be created. Phase I of the Canadian Northern Society’s participation in the ongoing development of the Linear Park system involved the enhancement and promotion of the existing trail system between Edberg and the Meeting Creek Railway station. Phase II of the Society’s participation is underway and involves developing a 2 kilometre interpretive trail through the 7 hectares of land owned by the Society. This will extend the existing trail east to Highway 56. The trail development will include the building of fences and access gates on the abandoned railway line east of the Meeting Creek Railway Station and Elevator. It also involves the restoration of a .8 hectare prairie grassland area using organic methodologies that are unique, align with the natural characteristics of the area and can serve as a model for others to follow. The Linear Park trails contain virgin soils and an abundance of diverse flora and fauna. The Society has developed Discovery Kits that can be used on self or guided tours of the existing Linear Trail directly east of Meeting Creek. These kits contain information about the many birds, insects and plants along the trail. On these tours, individuals may see a wealth of different flowers that bloom throughout the season, as well as blue birds, cedar waxwings, rarely seen meadow larks, red tailed hawks, ducks and a variety of sparrows. The Discovery Kits also include a brief history of the railway line that once occupied the trail. The Canadian Northern Society has a vision for the maintenance and development of the property at Meeting Creek that is holistic and includes several dimensions. The existing historic 1913 railway station and 1930 elevator that have been restored by the Society are already being used to engage and stimulate intergenerational involvement and interest in prairie and railway history. The grassland restoration and trail development project opens up access to an ecosystem that is beautiful, diverse and relatively untouched. Once completed, it will add the dimension of eco-centre to the property by preserving important habitat and biodiversity.
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Donalda Gallery for the Arts If you or someone you know would like to exhibit in the gallery summer of 2016,Centre: please Reg sendHarper a profile to Darlene at
[email protected] Community 780-781-4239 and this will be presented at a board meeting. ABRA Barrel Racing 403-883-2824 Barb Bosch Donalda Animal Rescue 403-883-2521 403-883-2870 Donalda Arena & Equestrian Centre 403-883-2330 Jodi Blouin Donalda Beautification Initiative 403-883-2891 Beth Fulton Donalda Campground 403-883-2330 Jodi Blouin Donalda Cemetery Club 403-883-2377 Holly Komishke Donalda Community Arts Society The entire linear park system andNorman the project at Meeting Creek will 403-883-2255 Byron used as an example to educate the public Donalda Community Hall Available forabout rent how an ecological system works and how the watershed impacts on their own daily lives. It 403-883-2330 Jodi Blouin will demonstrate the effectiveness of Donalda Coulee Friendship Club a restoration process that does not require 403-883-2555 the use toxic herbicides artificial fertilizers that pollute our JudyorDinsmore water systems. The trail system will Tantrum be used by local and visitors. Its Darlene 403-883-2253 use willPancake help to connect people to their nature,ofpromote healthy Breakfast & Music Jamplace - 2ndinSunday the month lifestyleBingo activities, the history of pm. the area, and illustrate the value - 3rd teach Wednesday at 7:30 of ecology and the need for conservation. Friendship Centre is available to rent, they also cater Donalda Curling Club about benefits of the project to the Meeting Educating the public 403-883-2824 Mike Creek community should result in Mueller community pride. Education about Mixed Curling League December March development of, and organic techniques will also encourage the- further Donalda & District Ag Society advocacy for, organic practices that save our water supplies and envi403-883-2330 Jodi walks Blouinat the yearly ball tournament, ronment. Events such as guided Donalda & District Museum Prairie Fun Days and booked bus tours will result in an increase in tour403-883-2100 Kasheen Clouson, Manager ism, with commercial opportunities for people in the community such as Email:
[email protected] supplying lunch, meals and sale of local products. Based upon the Winter Hours: Thursdays and Fridays 10:00also am-5:00pm Grade 4/5 environmental curriculum the Society plans to offer a Donalda Equestrian CentreDay at Meeting Creek for school children. yearly Celebrate the Earth Indoor riding 180 ft15th of this year and include eleThe first of these willarena: be held75onx June Outdoor 300 x history 300 ft of the area. We are currently ments related to riding the richarena: Aboriginal Barrel Racing Jackpots every (403-883-2356) taking bookings for this event. All Wednesday Battle Rivers School Division Arena is available for rent Schools are welcome to register. Donalda Library At its403-883-2026 developed and restored Heritage Railway Station site in Camrose, the Society maintains 13 organically that also Library Hours: Mondays: 2:00managed pm - 6:00gardens pm demonstrate effective organic practices. As part 2:00pm-6:00pm of its commitment to Tuesdays: I:00 pm5:00pm Wednesdays: education, the Society is offering a number of upcoming workshops on Thursdays: 6:00pm9:00 pm some organic gardening Donalda Light Riders techniques at the Camrose Station. These workshops will be of definite interest to Clement anyone who wishes to learn about 403-883-2436 Becky some organic gardening Drill team rides -techniques. Monday nights (September - June) Trail rides all year Two workshops Garden Design and Establishment and GarDonalda Lutheran(Forest Churches dening 403-883-2025 with Animals) will be facilitated by Tacota Cohen, a well-known organic who has managed Promotion his land according Donaldafarmer & District Community Societyto organic agricultural principles for 26 years. Soil Enhancement using Bokashi Compost 403-883-2891 Beth Fulton will be facilitated Donalda School by Bernice Kadtaz, Bernice has considerable experience in403-883-2280 organic farming and gardening practices, as well as over 33 Mark Siemen, Principal years of experience in analytical chemistry with the Alberta Research Donalda Ski Hill & Chalet Council.403-883-2330 Detailed informationJodi about these interesting workshops can be Blouin accessed Volunteer on the Fire Canadian Northern Society’s website at Donalda Department www.canadiannorthern.ca, or on our Page (Camrose Heritage Fire Permits must be obtained Facebook from the County of Stettler. RailwayUse Station andemergencies. Park). 911 for Room is available forpublic Functions and/ora meetings ThereConference are many ways members of the can make positive con403-883-2350 Frank Sutton tribution to the ongoing development of this important project at MeetGallery of the Arts View By Appointment ing Creek. In the spring, some necessary soil amendments need to be 403-883-2100 added to the grassland. Gates and fencing also need to be erected to Lyncot Ladiesto Club control access the trail. If you wish to volunteer and help move this 403-883-0007 Carla Bakkers more about the project, or project forward, are interested in learning Metis would Association like to have a presentation made to your group or organization, Lorne & Barb please 403-883-0005 contact us at 780-672-3099 or byTodd email at canadiannorthOver the Hill Trail Riders
[email protected]. Working together we can improve the quality of our en403-742-4681 Ginger vironment and the quality of our lives.Novakowski Spruce Coulee Community Centre
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Forestburg News Forestburg School Travel Club has 24 members enrolled for the upcoming trip to Austria, Germany and Switzerland in March 2016. Students volunteer to work and provide services throughout our community and in return are paid money which goes toward the cost of their trip. Such services can include working arena or concession shifts, set up or clean ups after events, catering, grass cutting or snow shovelling, helping to move within local distances. These are just a few examples of the many services we have provided with over the years. Most anything you need assistance with we can provide a student to help! Please call Rachelle Sveahun 780 582-3792 to hire or for more details. Thank you we appreciate the continued support!
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Forestburg Library Did you know colouring is more relaxing than meditation? Join us for Adult Colouring every Friday at 2:30pm in the drop-in at Big Knife Villa. Forestburg Golden Age Club Exercise every Tues, Thurs, & Sat mornings at 9:30am Floor curling Wed. at 1:30 pm (2—6 end games) Every Tues. afternoon at 1pm is Bridge day. Come and learn more about the game of King and Queens Everyday is card day, games, pool, and visiting over refreshments beginning at 1:30pm DON’T FORGET TO: -Order your History book (order forms available at the Village Office or on Forestburg’s website) -Write your story for the History Book (for ideas on how to write your story check out the history book Facebook page under FORESTBURG HISTORY BOOK 2019 or email:
[email protected] -Submit your recipes for the “Bakin in the Burg” cookbook to the Vil-
lage office or email:
[email protected]
Camrose - Upcoming Event Dates February 10 - 14- Alberta Boston Pizza Cup - Men`s Provincial Curling… Be in the stands to feel the energy and see extraordinary precision shots. February 22 - 24- Growing Rural Tourism Conference 2016 BANK ON IT at the CRE - want to attract more tourists through your door? Then don't miss hearing these speakers! February 25 – 28: Churchmice Players, a local non-profit theatre group celebrating its 35 season, present MY FAIR LADY at the Lougheed Performing Arts Centre in Camrose. Reminisce to great classical music such as I Could Have Danced All Night and I'm Getting Married in the Morning. Tickets available at camroselive.ca March 11 - 13 - Camrose Regional Trade Show at the CRE
Treat Your Sweetheart!
March 25 - 27 - Battle River Canine Show held at the CRE CKC all-breed Conformation and Obedience April 22 - 24 - Camrose Spring Classic Pro Rodeo at the CRE More details on these events and more at www.tourismcamrose.com Phone: 780-672-4255
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Saturday, February 6
Flyers home game 8:30 pm Forestburg Arena
Monday, February 8
Gardening Series: landscape design 7pm at the Forestburg Library.
March 4, 5, 11, 12, 13
Curtain Call Community Theatre dinner theatre
Monday, March 14
Gardening Series: fairy gardens and much more 7pm at the Forestburg Library.
Forestburg Curling Club We are inviting all curlers, whether new or experienced, to join a league this winter. Curling is a great way to stay active and have fun! • Men’s League - Tuesday nights. To register contact Ingrid Badry at 780-781-1201. • Mixed League - Friday nights. To register contact Jeff Northey at 403-854-6546. Transfer Station now accepts: • wet cell batteries • paint and paint cans - aerosol, latex, oil and varnishes • oil filters, empty oil jugs • all electronics (e-waste) The Forestburg Lions Club has BINGO every Tuesday at the Forestburg Community Hall. Bingo starts at 6:30pm. Come out and try your luck while supporting the Lions Club!! The Forestburg Art Club Is proud to present: Kids Art Club every Tuesday from 3:30—5:00pm at the Art Club above the Fire Station. Junior and Senior High students only. Any questions contact Lori Trudeau 780-582-4111.
LIBRARY HOURS Ph. 780-582-4110 Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. To find out about our programs, new books, or to renew or request items online: http:// forestburglibrary.prl.ab.ca FORESTBURG CLINIC Call 780-582-5185 for appointments Mon— Fri. Please confirm that your appointment is for Forestburg as the phone is call forwarded to Daysland clinic on days the Forestburg clinic is not open. WELL BABY CLINIC— Call 780-384-3652 for appt. FORESTBURG COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH: Lead Pastor David Tonner, Associate Pastor Andrew Lortie Sunday Morning Worship 9:00 a.m. Phone: 780-385-3607 Website: www.killambaptistchurch.ca/forestburg_church BETHEL UNITED: Sunday Services at 11:30 am First Sunday of each month is communion Last Saturday of each month, the Men’s Breakfast (8:30 – 10:00 am.) 780-582-3796, e-mail albethucpersona.ca HOPE LUTHERAN Church: Worship 11:15 am Pastor Rick Laurendeau 780-582-3531 Curtain Call Community Theatre Roxie Wegenast 780-583-2112 Diplomat Mine Museum Society Ryan Hunting 780-582-3758 District 19 Open Meeting Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings every Saturday, 7pm at the Community Baptist Church (4802 47 Ave.)
Friday, February 5, 2016 Contact 780-385-6056 for more info Forestburg Aquanauts Robin Hillman 780-582-2207 Forestburg Arena Association Brent Stenson 780-582-3566 Forestburg Art Club Val Vincett 780-583-3929 Forestburg Ceramics and/or Pottery Marj Lunty 780-582-2250 Forestburg Community Caterers to book, call Charlotte Stenson at 780-582-3787. To volunteer for the Community Caterers please call Rita at 780-582-3811. The profits raised by this group help to support the Forestburg community Hall as well as other Community events. Forestburg Community Centre Reta LeGear 780-582-3811 Forestburg Concert Series Forestburg Curling Club Jeff Northey 780-582-3925 Forestburg Dance Society Linda Welsh 780-582-2408 Forestburg Figure Skating Club Nicole Streich 780-582-2490 Forestburg Fossils Hockey Jeff Northey 780-582-3925 Forestburg Golf Club Don Lunty 780-582-2192 Forestburg Historical Society Janice Freadrich 780-582-2265 Forestburg Lightning Ladies Hockey Maureen Adams 780-582-3720 Forestburg Minor Ball Aaron Martz 780-582-4252 Forestburg Minor Hockey Association Aaron Bish 780-582-3886 Forestburg Minor Soccer Marty Forster 780-582-2460 Forestburg Municipal Library Marion Oberg Riise 780-582-4110 Forestburg Senior Baseball Dale Litke 780-582-4286 Forestburg Slopitch League Jim Andre 780-582-2473 GOOD GRIEF Bereavement Support Group at the Knox United Church, Killam Every Tuesday. To register, contact Helen Samm, Counsellor Flagstaff Family & Community Services (780)385-3976 email: counslertelus.net Hastings Coulee Hall Board Shirley Helmig 780-582-2283 Pleasington Historical Society Rosemarie Oberg 780-582-2160 Seniors Drop In Centre Open Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Floor curling, cards, Pool, exercises, coffee SOS (Service Options for Seniors) Donna Coombs 780-582-3641 Donna is in Flagstaff County the first full week of each month at the following locations: Forestburg (Big Knife Seniors Centre) Tues. 2-3 The Walter Jahns Singers Gen Dietz 780-582-3612 Valley Ski Club 780-879-2106 VMA Fitness Consulting Variety of Classes Offered. For more information Vickie Arksey 780-582-3800
Forestburg News Forestburg is turning 100 years old in 2019. The 100th Anniversary Committee is making a cookbook “BAKIN’ IN THE BURG.” We would love to include your favourite recipes of past and present (in Memory of). Please drop off your recipes to the Village Office or email to
[email protected] or mail them to P.O. box 210 Forestburg AB T0B 1N0 We are also compiling a book of local ghost stories. Stories must be submitted with name and address, but you can request to remain anonymous and your name will not be printed in the book
There is a reason you glance up when you first hear a melody, or tap your foot to the sound of a drum. All humans are musical. Why else would the Lord give you a beating heart? - Mitch Albom
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Friday, February 5, 2016 Adult Recreational Volleyball Contact Tracy Kozey 4037 4 9 - 3 1 8 1 . $5/month. Thurs., 7 to 9 pm at Delburne School, Large Gym Anthony Henday Historical Society meetings held 3rd Tuesday of each month. For further info Contact Ray Reckseidler 403-749-3813 Anthony Henday Museum open July - August, Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 - 4:00 pm. Can Skate, Seniors & Synchronized Skating Keri 403-749-3112.
The Chautauqua A21 Delburne Moms & Tots every Wednesday at Delburne United Church. Contact Linda Attfield at 403-304-4408 for information. Delburne Pharmacist Services - Alix Drugs provides a full prescription service for customers. Call Shannon Glover 403-391-6775. Delburne Playschool Tuesday's and Thursday's from 9-11:30 in St. Michael's Catholic Church (basement). Call Jane 403-749-2048 or Jayne at 403-749-3059 Delburne Pottery Club Very active, fun club, full studio, reasonable rates. New members welcome! Call Norma 403-747-2926. Delburne United Church Worship service & Sunday School Sunday at 11:15 a.m. For info please call minister Amy Mueller 403-749-3772 or Mervin Peters 403-749-2433. Bookings Carol Murray 403-749-3856
Chamber of Commerce Contact Dave Grant at 403-749-2595 Collins Community Center To book hall contact Vina 403-749-3911 Cowboy Church 2nd & last Wednesday of month, 7:00 pm Elnora Drop In. For more info call Mary Williams at 403-749-2047
ELKS meet 2nd Monday of the month at 8 pm sharp. Contact Roy Jamieson 403-749-2058 Family Community Support Services (FCSS) 403-749-3654. Family School Wellness worker For information call 403-749-3838
Cumberland Hall to book the hall for your next gathering, please contact Ada & Gerry Linneberg at 403-749-2525. Delburne Ag Society 2nd Tuesday of the month. Contact Roberta Purdie 403-749-2700. Delburne & District Light Horse Association Annual membership is $15 for an individual and $20 for a family. For more information contact: Jackie Smith (Pres.) 403-749-2792 or Bonnie Stephenson 403749-3434 (Secretary) Email:
[email protected]. A fun, family oriented horse club that offers gymkhana events and cattle penning. New members always welcome. Delburne Boys & Girls Club Delburne Centralized School It’s FREE! Kids Club 6-12 year olds, Thursday, 3:30-5:30 pm Games, crafts, snack, theme days, meet new friends. • Keystone 13-17 year olds, Thursday, 6:00-8:00 pm Ski trip, leadership activities, retreats, offsites, fundraising. If you are interested please contact AJ @ 403-342-6500 ext. 112 or
[email protected] or you can grab a registration form at the school office. Delburne Community Hall For bookings contact Kerri Dickinson 403 749-3630 or cell 780 505-2558
Footcare Clinic Located at Elk Haven Manor, Delburne One Monday per month. Please call Elnora HomeCare office for an appointment 403-773-3636. Harvest Gym 403-749-3838. Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-8:30pm Closed Weekends/School Holidays. Adults: $50.00 2016 Legion Member: $25.00 Students attending DCS: $10.00. All memberships are valid from August 31, 2015 through to June 27, 2016. Healthy Communities Initiative Call 403-749-3380 for info. Lab Services Every Wednesday morning from 9-12 at the Elnora Health Center. To make an appointment call 403-773-3636. Ladies Auxiliary to the Legion Meet 2nd Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m. Contact: Jeanette 403-749-3787 Meals on Wheels We had expanded our options of affordable, nutritious and ready-to-eat meals via a partnership with the Golden Circle. If you are unable to provide a meal for yourself due to health / physical limitation and call FCSS to try a SAMPLE MEAL FOR FREE. New to Delburne Welcome package available at the Village Office.
Delburne Curling Club Contact Louise Smith at 403-749-3898 Delburne Drop In Centre Play Crib on Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Potluck 2nd Friday at noon, before music and dance. Music & Dance 2nd, 4th & 5th Fri 1 - 4 p.m. Pool and Shuffleboard General meetings 1st Monday after Crib at 4:30 p.m. Dues: $5/year
Royal Canadian Legion Potluck supper every 3rd Saturday! Meetings last Wednesday of the month. Bookings available. Contact John McLeod 403-749-2277. St Columba Anglican Church services are 10:30 a.m. every Sunday. The first Sunday of every month is Holy Communion with Rev. Edith Sandusky officiating. The following Sundays are morning prayers with a lay reader. Contact Jean Johnson @ 403-749-2411
Delburne Food Bank Drop items at the Delburne Village Office. School Council (PAC) Contact Tracy Jackson 403-749-3059. Delburne 4H Beef Club contact Laura Biggs at 403-749-2665 . Delburne 4H Coal Trail Riders Susanne Widdecke 403-749-2731 Delburne Gospel Church Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Weekly Home Bible Studies Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Call 403-749-2211 or 403-749-3708. Delburne Library Tuesday - Friday: 11 - 5 pm, Saturday: 11 - 2 pm. Delburne Minor Hockey Meeting 1st Thursday of the month. Call Dale 403-749-3243 or Lisa at 403-749-3535. delburneminorhockey.com Delburne Neighborhood Place 403-749-3380. Coordinator: Jayne Harrison. Hours: Monday to Thursday 9:30 am - 3:30 pm,
Village Office Hours Mon - Thurs 9 am – 4:30 pm (closed 12-1 pm), Fridays 9:00 - 12:00 pm CLOSED afternoon. Council meetings 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 1 pm. Signs To have your event promoted, forward details to the Village Office in person or phone 403-749-3606. For any Cemetery needs please contact the Village Office at 403-749-3606. Well-Baby Immunization Clinics 2nd and 4th Wednesday at Neighborhood Place by appt only, call Elnora CHC 403-773-3636. Wheels on Meals Hot meals delivered Mon-Wed-Fri at lunch time. Call 403-749-3654. Women’s Outreach and Central Alberta Women’s Shelter services Appointments available upon request. Please call 403-749-3380
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Events & Activities Sunday, February 21
Annual AGM for Delburne United Church after church service - open to all.
Friday, March 25
Delburne United Church Good Friday Service 10:00 am
Sunday, March 27
Delburne United Church Easter Sunday Service
Delburne Community Choir Mary Pengally is looking for people to sign up if they are interested in joining a choir in Delburne. No experience necessary! If interested please call Mary at 403-7492039 Delburne Pottery Club Beginner POTTERY CLASSES starting February for 8 weeks at the Delburne Pottery Studio. To inquire contact Jamie at 403-747-3777. Our off lease dog park is now open for public use! Please no vicious or uncontrollable dogs. The only opening for this facility is on the north side of the fence. Please clean up after your dogs so it stays clean for everyone. Any questions please call the Village Office. 403- 749-3606 Happy New Year to all! If anyone is interested in becoming a volunteer on any of our local organizations, please call the Village Office at 403-749-3606 for contact information. Through the Years 1980-2014: The Updated History of Ardley, Delburne, and Lousana Districts are on sale for $60.00 each and are available from committee members and at Delburne Hardware. Copies of the original history book are also available for $60.00. If you wish to purchase a set of the old and new books, the cost of $100.00. For more information please call Janice at 403.749.3011. MAIN STREET REVITALIZATION Attracting jingle in the jeans! Let’s discover together how we can: • Get more people visiting our shops and services • Attract new business while honouring our historical theme. If this interests you, please submit your name and ideas to via email to neighboursandfriends@ delburne.ca ASSISTANCE with FORMS Do you have questions around AB Seniors Benefits, Special Needs Assistance for Seniors, Dental/Optical Assistance for Seniors, and/or Education Property Tax Assistance for Seniors? If so, please phone FCSS (403 749 3654) to book an appointment. A trained volunteer will meet with you to help you fill out your forms and answer questions you may have. The Canadian Diabetes Bin is back! It is located at 2119 -20 St in the back ally across from the Fire Hall. Canadian Diabetes accepts all clothing, DVD's and accessories. Everything must be in bags. Lets help support a great cause and continue recycling. If you have any questions you can call Bev @ 403-506-1205 or Russell @ 403-314-9961 Dry Dump: TUESDAY - 2 pm to 5 pm SATURDAY - 9 am to 1 pm Please note that the dry dump is available for use by BOTH Village & County residents. ABSOLUTELY NO: Glass, VCR’s, DVD’s, stereo’s, metal, appliances, household garbage (mattresses, bed frames, chairs, etc.), appliances, carpet, plastic pails, tires. E-CYCLE TAKES: Computers & accessories, televisions, cardboard, plastic and tin cans, yard waste (grass clippings, garden refuse), burnable materials (wood, pallets, tree branches). Thank you for complying with our new by-laws pertaining to keeping RV’s off the street. It will help with snow removal. Centennial Celebration 2013 DVD available for sale at $20.00
Friday, February 5, 2016
Delburne Centralized School Phone: 403-749-3838
Website: www.delburneschool.ca
Friday, February 5
Collaborative Day (no school)
Feb. 15-19
Winter Break (no school)
Feb. 18, 19
Teacher’s Convention
Thursday, February 25
DCS Awards at 9:00am PAC Meeting at 6:30pm
Delburne School has just received approval for an exciting overseas opportunity. We will be taking students and community members to Vimy Ridge, France on April 9th, 2017 for the 100 year ceremony. The Battle of Vimy Ridge was the first time all four Canadian divisions fought side-by-side in the Great War. We began to recognize ourselves less as British subjects and more as self-determined Canadians. To honour the Canadian soldiers who fought at Vimy Ridge, the French government ceded 100 hectares of land to Canada in perpetuity, where the monument now stands. We are very excited to be part of this opportunity. Our tour will start in Paris, travel to Vimy for the ceremony and then continue to Amsterdam and Berlin. We are still confirming exact dates, but the tour will start between April 5-7, 2017 and will be 11 days in length. We are inviting senior high students (grades 10-12) as well as interested parents and community members to join us. If you would like more information visit http://www.eftours.ca/tourwebsite/1694620KM. (note the website has a possible extension to Prague and Krakow, we will not be adding this but we are adding an 11th day in Berlin so we can visit the concentration camp Sachsenhausen.) For more information feel free to contact Susan Evans or Tracy Ray. Are you interested in Sparks (age 5-6), Brownies (age 7-8), Girl Guides (age 9-11), or being a Unit Leader or helper? I am currently trying to find out if there is enough interest in these groups to start up Girl Guides in Delburne. If you are interested please contact Dallas at 403505-2966.
Delburne Municipal Library Located on Main Street 403-749-3848
Librarian: Judy Nicklom
Email address:
[email protected] Website: http://delburnelibrary.prl.ab.ca Tuesday-Friday: 11 - 5 pm Wednesday 11 - 8 pm Saturday 11– 2 pm Check out the new titles arriving weekly at the library. Sign up for your "ME" account to access items at over 300 participating libraries! Ask us how. Membership has it’s privileges With your membership, you have access to limitless print materials for all ages. If you don't see it at our library, we can borrow it from any library in Canada. E-books and eaudiobooks are also available. Read magazines and newspapers from around the world on line! We have 5 public computers with wireless internet, or you can bring in your own and sign in as a library guest. You can borrow DVD's for a week at no charge. Print, copy, fax and laminating services for a small fee. Volunteers are always welcome, come out and support your library!
Delburne Aging Well Society Assisting seniors achieve their needs. They have been exploring housing & care options and want to know your needs & preferences. To provide direct guidance into what gets created locally, please call Kathy Faulk at 403-749-2590.
Alix, Bashaw, Clive, Delburne, Donalda, Elnora, Erskine, Forestburg, Haynes, Lousana, Mirror, Pine Lake, Tees & Trochu
Friday, February 5, 2016
The Chautauqua
Village of Delburne Council Minutes
Photos courtesy of Delburne School Staff
WE Club Lent a Helping Hand at Christmas Members from DCS WE Club wrapped gifts at Bower Place Mall before Christmas, for CAWES. When finished, they decided to do some fair trade shopping for themselves at Ten Thousand Villages. The busy day ended with a delicious supper with family and friends at Tandoor n Flame. (above, left and right) Stay tuned for more exciting WE Club activities in Semester 2, including the return of the Donut Dog Days for the SPCA!
Congratulations! Last fall High School students from around central Alberta attended the Agri-Trade Show in Red Deer. Students were asked to write a short essay, a 2015 Agri Trade County News Reporter Assignment. The essays were submitted to the Red Deer County for a chance to win a bursary. Congratulations to the Red Deer County Overall Grand Prize Winner of $1,000, DCS student Emma Pilkington, for her article titled “Responding to World Hunger: Canadian Foodgrains Bank” Emma’s article appeared in the January 8th edition of the Red Deer County News.
Delburne Curling Club Leagues: Ladies - Monday Seniors - Tuesday Men's - Wednesday Open League - Thursday Open league is 4 players of any gender or age. Drop In Curling - every Thursday at 1pm Contact: Ariane Zimmer 403-318-4790
Delburne Gospel Church Another year is gone and a new one is here. A new chance at a fresh start, a time to see hopes and dreams fulfilled. This is your chance to tackle a challenge. Take your time and plan wisely, maybe attempt something you have never done before. As with all endeavors, remember the Lord and follow His leading. He will bring you to heights you cannot begin to imagine. And along the way should you encounter valley lows, remember He is ready to help you. At the end of each month we will again be holding a Potbless. If you would like to come for lunch and need a ride please call us the week prior to the end of the month. We would like to extend a warm invitation to anyone wanting to join us on Sunday mornings for Service or Sunday School. Sunday Morning Service begins at 11AM Sunday School begins at 11:20 AM If you have questions concerning our ministries please, call: 403-749-2211 or 403-749-3708 or 403-749-2699
Delburne United Church The United Church has been involved in many projects over the years for the good of the church and to help out in the community. Our doors open at 10:30 on Sunday mornings where the ladies offer coffee and conversation before the 11:15 service. Events • Church 11:15 a.m. Sundays • Sunday School 11:15 a.m. Sundays • Moms and Tots every Wed. 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. • Communion 1st Sunday of each month - All welcome • Feb. 21 Annual AGM for Delburne United Church after church service - open to all • Good Friday Service March 25 10:00 a.m. • Easter Sunday March 27 For more information about the Church events or activities please contact Merv Peters@ 403-749-2433. Or join our Delburne United Church Facebook Page. For any Church functions including baptisms, weddings, funerals, and meeting room bookings please contact Carb Murray@ 403-749-3856. Contact Amy Mueller, Minister @ 403-7493772 “All are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome, in this place.”
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Willow-Valley Presbyterian Church (located on Hwy 595)
Worship Service - 10am Sundays Cowboy Church - 10am 2nd Sunday of month For more information call 403-749-2525
Great Bend News Great Bend Church of Christ (apx. 6 km. north from intersection of Hwy. 21 & Hwy. 595) Worship Service - 10:15 a.m. Sundays Bible Study - Tuesdays @ 10:00 a.m. For more info. call Verna @ 403-749-2003 or Judy @ 403-749-2000 Great Bend Community Centre information and bookings please contact Shelley Perry 403-749-2821 or Lynn Williams 403-749-2212.
Public Works Activities A reminder that you are responsible to keep your sidewalks clear from the snow as soon as possible after a snow fall. We have a priority list for the way the snow is cleared from the streets. If you’re interested or concerned about this please don’t hesitate to contact us. Thanks to everyone who moved their vehicles when they saw the snow plow coming. It is a great help to plow the snow when vehicles are moved. Please do not flush duster cloths, toilet bowl wipes or anything like this. It causes a lot of problems in our sewer system! If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to contact Public Works at 403-749-3607 or the Village Office at 403-749-3606.
Friday, February 5, 2016
Glenellen Community Centre Scrapbooking every Thursday evening at 7 PM Call Doris 403 886 4108 or Jeannine 403 886 4829 for more info. Glenellen Community Center is available "'for rentals for family reunions, birthdays, courses, etc. We're located on the corner of range road 254 and township road 360 near Pine Lake. The centre sits on a 2 acre site. On the grounds we have a ball diamond, picnic area with fire pit, and two horseshoe pits. We are wheelchair accessible and have two washrooms. For more info call...Michelle Koster 403-227-1521, Suzanne Hawkes 403-391-9021 or Sharon Dreeshen 403-598-4160
Pine Lake Happenings Pine Lake Mom’s & Tot’s Every other Thursday at the Pine Lake Hub. Contact Jayne at 403-749-3380 for information. Ghost Pine 40+ Club Potluck Supper and Meeting 1st Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Pine Lake Hub. Holy Trinity Church Service Sunday mornings 11:15 a.m. Pine Lake Hub Community Centre • Carpet Bowling 1st Tuesday of every month afternoon & evening, Mondays for the rest of the month. • General Meeting 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Pine Lake Singers meet every Thursday night at 7:00 P. M. until Dec. 10th at the Pine Lake Hub Community Centre. All newcomers are welcome. Boomtown Trail Quilt Guild Meetings second Wednesday of each month at Pine Lake Hub at 6:30pm. Quilters welcome to join! Sewing Days, Retreat weekends, and charitable participation.
Nine ladies attended the January 20th Ladies Evening Out in Elnora and up-cycled newspaper into lovely woven baskets. Photos courtesy of Tina Ward
It might be self-serving to do what you enjoy, but it isn't selfish. - Shaa Wasmund
Alix, Bashaw, Clive, Delburne, Donalda, Elnora, Erskine, Forestburg, Haynes, Lousana, Mirror, Pine Lake, Tees & Trochu
Friday, February 5, 2016
The Chautauqua A25 Membership is $10.00 per year which includes everyone in the household. Services provided: colour copy, fax, laminate, photograph printing. Library has 6 public computers
AA meetings Mondays in the Elnora Anglican Church basement at 8:30 pm. 1st Monday is open AA & Al-Anon meeting. Ag Society meets 4th Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Black Dragon Martial Arts Lousana Offering Kids and Adult Karate for all ages and fitness levels. Introducing Kick Boxing for all ages and all fitness levels. Contact Sheri at 403.749.3701 for more information! Buffalo Rock Golf Course open: • Ladies Monday evenings starting at 5:15 pm • Men's Thursday evenings starting at 6:00 pm • Senior's Friday mornings starting at 9:30 am Buried Treasures: Vol. I and II available. Call Betty Mose at 403773-3990 or Ruth Cheek at 403-773-3583 for further information. Churches: Sunday mornings Anglican 3rd Sun. Holy Communion with Reverend Sandusky 10:30 Community Sunday School 10:00 a.m. at the Elnora Drop-In Centre. Contact Patricia at 587-877-0881. United 11:30 am. No services July & August
Elnora Quilters Group Crafts & Quilting Tuesdays: Everyone is invited to craft or quilt between the hours of 9:30 a.m. & 4:00 p.m. Hope you can come. For further information phone Linda Wilson at 403773-3535 Elnora School of Dance Classes in ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop/jazz funk. Preschool and up. Everyone welcome. Check out our web page at www.elnoraschoolofdance.com for more details. Elnora Community Hall and Elnora Ag Centre, call Village of Elnora 403-773-3922, office hours 9:30 am to Noon and 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. "Empty Kettle Cafe" open on Main Street. Phone: 403-773-2244 Lab Hours Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 - noon at the Elnora Community Health Centre. Baby Immunization Clinic Every Thursday morning, 10 am to 12:30 at the Elnora Community Health Center Foot Care Clinics Located at Elnora Home Care Office (The old hospital in Elnora) One Wednesday afternoon a month starting at 4:00pm. Please call Elnora HomeCare office for an appointment 403-773-3636. Well Baby Clinic every Thursday morning 8:30 - 12:30 pm at the Elnora Community Health Centre. Legion meets 1st Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
Elks meet 1st Thursday at 8 p.m. Elnora Book Club We welcome new members anytime. Remember, you need not commit to anything and we have no strict rules: phone 403 755 6305.
Music for Young Children FREE Piano Lesson Call now to book your Free "TRY IT" piano lesson. Call Lori Scott for more info about this excellent music program 403 773 3111 Neighbourhood Place Contact Tina Ward at 403-773-3171.
Elnora Car Wash – Coffee Shop and Neighbourhood Place. Closed Friday at 6 pm and Saturdays. Elnora Drop-In COFFEE: Monday to Friday, 9:00a.m. and 3p.m. CARDS & GAMES: - Tuesdays & Thursdays at 1:30p.m. POT LUCK: First Friday of each month at noon. JAM SESSIONS: - First & Third Fridays of each month. COWBOY CHURCH: 2nd & last Wed. of the month at 7 pm Everyone welcome to all events. Should you require further information, please call (403)773-2137 or (403)773-3670. • • • • •
Elnora FCSS Contact 403-773-3920 Elnora Garbage Pickup
Tuesday morning
Elnora Museum Tours if someone wants to make an appointment to see it, contact: Pat Frew at 403-773-3105; Freda Cheek at 403-7733629; Karen Richardson at 403-773-3745; and Pat Matthews at 403773-3937. A membership to the Elnora Museum will cost you ONLY $10.00 per year. Your yearly donation of $10.00 will go a long way towards helping us reach our goals for 2015. Please mail your $10.00 membership fee to: Elnora Museum Box 573 Elnora, AB T0M 0Y0. THANK YOU FOR HELPING KEEP OUR STORIES ALIVE! Elnora Playschool Monday and Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 am in the Kindergarten Room at the Elnora School. Teacher: Shelley Lawrence. For more info, call Tina 403-773-3171 Elnora Public Library: Wanda Strandquist, Library Manager Phone: 403-773-3966 Website: http://elnoralibrary.prl.ab.ca. Email:
[email protected]. Facebook: www.facebook.com/ElnoraPublicLibrary Monday 9:30 to 1:00 pm Tuesday 3:00 to 8:00 pm Wednesday 9:30 to 1:00 pm Friday 3:00 to 8:00 pm.
Royal Purple meets 2nd Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Rural Boys and Girls Clubs meet Thursdays behind the Elnora Library from 3:30 - 8:30 p.m. If you have any ideas about how to encourage the youth of Elnora to be involved in positive activities, events or pursuits, please come and help out with your own talents. Sensible Eaters meet Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. at the Community Health Care Centre. Call 403-773-3105 for info. The Village of Elnora Visit www.villageofelnora.com. Village Council meets 2nd Tuesday at 7:30 pm.
Sometimes we get caught up in complications of our own making, while the simplest, most obvious and most effective choice is staring us right in the face. You know you have made the right decision when there is peace in your heart...and your gut. - Shaa Wasmund
Alix, Bashaw, Clive, Delburne, Donalda, Elnora, Erskine, Forestburg, Haynes, Lousana, Mirror, Pine Lake, Tees & Trochu
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Elnora FCSS District Community Worker:
[email protected]
Sheila Gongaware 403-773-3920
Friday, February 5, 2016
Neighbourhood Place Tina Ward, Elnora Neighbourhood Place Coordinator. Hours of Operation 8am to 3pm Monday–Friday.
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. If you have any questions please visit me at the Village Office, give me a phone call or pop me an email. SEEDS Sharing, Exploring, Educating Discovering and Singing FREE preschooler activities for care givers and children 0 – 5 years of age on February 12th and 26th the Elnora Hall – SIDS room starting at 10 am. Preschooler Fair Tons of FREE fun for parents, care givers and grandparents with children aged 0 – 6 in or around Delburne, Elnora, Lousana and Pine Lake on Friday, March 11 from 10 AM to 12 PM at the Lousana Hall. There will be crafts, stories, a healthy snack and lots of FREE things to take home.
Elnora Events Wednesday, February 17
Ladies Evening Out Weaving together a hot plate in the Elnora Neighbourhood Place office from 7PM to 8:30 PM. Please call 403-773-3920 and register your spot.
Thursday, March 3
Traveling Blood Donor Clinic – It’s in you to give!!! Bus leaving the Village Office in Elnora on at 11 AM returning to Elnora approximately 3:00 PM. Cost: FREE – bring your own bag lunch.
Trochu Valley School Courtesy of the school staff 403-442-3872: Campus 1 and 2 are connected by an internet based phone system. Email:
[email protected] Each staff member can be contacted by their school email at:
[email protected] Web Site: http://trochuvalley.ghsd75.ca Friday, February 5
Flex Friday No School
Tuesday, February 9
Jr. Jays - lunch recess
Wednesday, February 10
Jr. High Ski Trip to Nakiska
Friday, February 12
Fun Snow Day Valentines Dance (Elem)
Monday, February 15
Family Day No School
Tuesday, February 16
Flex Day No School
Wednesday, February 17
Collaborative PD Day No Classes
February 18 & 19
Teacher’s Convention No Classes
Friday, February 26
Jr. Jays - 3:40 Information can also be found via The Capital event c a l e n d a r a t www.threehillscapital.com or www.kals3hills.ca
Elnora Neighborhood Place is now of Facebook! Please, like us and follow for up to date information about what is happening in Elnora! Elnora Neighbourhood Place is currently looking for interested residents of Elnora or the surrounding community to join the Elnora Neighbourhood Place Board and share with us their visions for the future of this program! Meetings are held every 6 weeks. Boys and Girls Club Wednesdays • Kids Club: Grades 1—7 from 3:30 to 5:30 at the Drop In Centre. • Keystone: 13—17 years old from 6:00 to 8:00 at the Youth Centre. Applications can be picked up at the village office or Elnora Neighbourhood Place! Interested in volunteering? Youth and Adult volunteers are needed for the Wednesday programs. For more information, contact Jillian at 403.342.6500, ex 122 or email her at
[email protected] Mrs. Stacey Hoppins and Mr. Rob Hammel are joining our staff in February. Mrs. Hoppins has been with us half-time since Mrs. Barkman left but her position will change in February. Lastly, Mrs. Christina Fobes is also changing her position here and will be teaching half-time beginning in the second semester. Ms. Boese and I are enjoying our new roles and are looking forward to an awesome rest of the school year! Leana Howard, Acting Principal The staff at Trochu Valley School would like to thank all of our students and their families for the wonderful gifts, goodies, cards and treats brought to the school. Your generosity and kindness is overwhelming. Trochu Valley School has been lucky enough to have 2 more pianos donated to our school. We would like to thank The Lutheran Church and Mr. & Mrs. Gerry Walker for their generous donations of pianos for our student’s use. We now are lucky enough to have one used for piano lessons and a piano upstairs and downstairs for the students to access. There is one in the hallway across from the office and it is wonderful to hear the students play on their breaks. We have some very talented musicians at our school. Thank You Conoco Phillips for donating the Holiday candy bags to the K - 3 students. The students were thrilled to receive such a wonderful bag of treats again this year. Your ongoing generosity to our school and students is greatly appreciated. The Trochu Valley School students would like to thank the Trochu Elks for their generous donation of Christmas Oranges to our school. They were a great addition to our breakfast program and as a treat as we came to school Thursday Morning. Thank you for your kindness, the students really enjoyed them. Your dedication to our students and school is always appreciated so very much. The students and staff would like to thank our amazing Parent Council for all they do for us all year long. The Christmas Turkey Dinner on December 18th was so delicious and enjoyable. We appreciate the time and effort put in by our amazing parents for organizing, preparing, serving, and cleaning up after such a terrific festive meal. The opportunity to all be together, K-12, is always such a treat as well. The Hot Lunch Days are also events that are looked forward to at our school. We enjoy having at least one lunch a month provided for us. Not to mention how delicious they always are. All the students and staff appreciate all the parents for everything that they do for our school community. The many hours of volunteering that is put in on our behalf is overwhelming and so much appreciated. Thank you!
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Friday, February 5, 2016
Thank you so much to all of the students, staff and parent helpers involved in the 2016 Trochu Valley Christmas Concerts. What an amazingly talented group of actors, singers and musicians we have at our school! We are so appreciative of all the time, energy and manpower that goes into putting on such wonderful events. Thank you also to the community members who attended the concerts. Your support of our students and school is greatly appreciated. Trochu Valley School would like to thank Servus Credit Union, Elnora Branch for their generous donation to our Forgotten Lunch Program. Their ongoing support of our school and students is very much appreciated. Pictured above L-R: Miss Chantalle Boese, Assoc. Principal, Mrs. Cheryl Sherwin, Servus Credit Union, Mrs. Leana Howard, Principal Trochu Valley School would like to thank Pine Cliff Energy Ltd. for their generous donation to the Parent Council Hot Lunch Program. Your support and dedication to our school is greatly appreciated. Thank you to Mr. Garrett deBeaudrap for attending the dinner and representing Pine Cliff Energy Ltd. (Above, right) Garrett de Beaudrap of Pine Cliff Energry Ltd. presents a cheque to Cindy Schmidt, Parent Council Treasurer. Congratulations to Stephanie Hoppins for having the winning submission in the Honarable Douglas Black, Q.C., Alberta Senator Christmas card contest. Our elementary and many of the Jr. & Sr. High students submitted entries into the contest. Stephanie’s was chosen as the Tro Val winner and her art work was reproduced on Senator Black’s 2015 Christmas cards. The contest was brought to our attention by Houston Meding, Tro Val Class of 2010, who works in Ottawa for Senator Black. Senator Black and his office staff were very imrpressed with all of the entries and had a very difficult time choosing a winner. Again, congratulations Stephanie - great job! We would also like to thank Senator Black and Houston Meding for offering our students this fun opportunity. Basketball Day in Trochu-Friday, December 18th The Tro-Val students were treated to a fast paced, high energy Basketball game on the last school day of the year. The athletes were a mix of junior and senior high school students vs teachers, coaches and community members. The Gym was crowded, filled to capacity as the rest of the students attended and cheered on their favorite players and team. It was a loud and exciting afternoon. A great way to wind up the 2015 school year. There was only one casualty. Unfortunately Mr. Howard ended up with a badly separated thumb which required surgery and he is still sporting a trendy cast. We all wish him a good recovery. The students were asked for a donation to the local area food bank as admission to the game and many items were collected. Thank you to everyone for their donations.
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Immunizations
2nd & 4th Friday, 10 am-12:30, St. Mary’s Health Centre, 403-773-3636
If you are a woman aged 50 to 69, you should have a screening mammogram at least every two years. You do not require a referral. Results will be mailed to you and your healthcare provider Three Hills Health Centre 1-800-667-0604
The Town website has several links at: http://www.town.trochu.ab.ca/ AA Meeting Wednesdays 7:00 pm 403-442-2162 Communities In Bloom 1st Monday 7:00 pm @ Library 403-442-3173 Huxley 4H Beef Club 3rd Monday 7:30 pm 403-442-2052 Huxley Community Association 1st Tuesday 7:30 pm 403-442-2678 Huxley United Church Women 2nd Thursday 7:30 pm 403-442-2340 Kneehill KidSport 2nd Tuesday 7:30 pm 403-443-0793 St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary 3rd Tuesday 7:00 pm 403-442-3130 Take Off Pounds Sensibly every Thursday at 8:45 am 403-442-2447 Torrington Lioness Club 2nd Mondays 8:00 pm 403-631-2236 Torrington Lion’s Club 1st & 3rd Monday’s 8:00 pm 403-631-2236 Torrington Tourism Action Society 3rd Monday 7 pm 403-631-2255 Trochu Arboretum Society 4th Tuesday 403-442-2111 Trochu Catholic Women’s League 4th Wednesday 403-442-3820 Trochu Chamber of Commerce 3rd Thursday 6:30 pm 403-442-2703 Trochu & District Museum 3rd Thursday 7:30 pm 403-442-3935 Trochu Elks 1st Tuesday 8:00 pm 403-442-2572 Trochu Fire Department 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 403-442-2217 Trochu Library Board 1st Tuesday 403-442-2458 Trochu Lions 2nd & 4th Mondays 403-442-3061 Trochu Neighbourhood Place 3rd Monday 5:00 pm 403-442-2839 Trochu Royal Purple 2nd Tuesday 8:00 pm 403-442-2685 Wimborne Ladies Club 1st Tuesday 403-631-2494 Wimborne & District Fish & Game Association 1st Wednesday 403631-2383
Trochu & District March 17 - 19
1A Girls Provincials Hosted by Trochu Valley School
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Humble Beginnings Jayne reached for the last gooey fritter. Sinking her teeth into the doughy treat, she moaned in pleasure. Monique refilled the mugs before settling back with her own treat “I assume you have an escort for Saturday’s 4H fundraiser, Jayne?” Trust Mrs. T to keep on a topic like a dog on a bone. The local 4H group was hosting a Summer Fling supper and dance, and of course, everyone would be there. “No, Mrs. T. Monique and I planned to attend together, unless you need a date, in which case I’d be honoured if you’d go with me.” “Oh pooh. Two lovely girls as yourselves should be turning men’s heads, and out having fun, not babysitting an old woman like myself.” Monique flipped her long wavy hair over her shoulder with a laugh. “Mrs. T, you find a guy for me and I’ll have all the fun you want.” “By the time I was your age not only had I been married, but I was widowed and teaching my own children in school.” Mrs. T. looked over her glasses at Monique. Monique sighed, “Mrs. T., it seems like you had it so much simpler than we do.” “Simpler? I had to chop my own wood for fuel, haul all my water in the house, wash clothes, including my babies’ nappies, on a scrub board, bake, garden…” “Whoa, Mrs. T. I didn’t mean life was simpler, I meant relationships were simpler.” “My dear, relationships haven’t been simple since Adam and Eve.” Jayne gradually tuned out Monique and Mrs. T as she thought back to the very first time she saw Dan. She was standing in the school office her first day in Humble. Jayne had never actually attended a school before so she was scared stiff, but trying not to show it. No one looking at her would know that she wasn’t the cocky teen she portrayed to the world. Her street smarts had gotten her this far, they’d get her further. She was a survivor after all. Jayne had managed quite fine for sixteen years without ever setting foot in a school, thank you very much, so why did that all have to change now. Though, truthfully, deep in her heart, Jayne was excited to have an opportunity to learn, she just wasn’t thrilled that she had to go to school to do it. Dressed in a ragged pair of jeans that were too large, a T-shirt of her dad’s that was also too large, but the cleanest thing she could find, sneakers with more holes than shoe and a beat up baseball cap on her head to hide her rats’ nest hair, Jayne definitely wasn’t a fashion model by any stretch of the imagination. She had been trying to register but all the forms and questions were overwhelming her and she had to fight the strong urge to run out the door. Just when she thought she couldn’t take any more, into the office walked this guy who seemed to ooze confidence. His short brown hair had a bit of an unruly cowlick in the front, his brown eyes were warm like melting chocolate. Of course, he was dressed nicer than anyone Jayne had seen in a long time and she felt like the homeless trash she was next to him. She tried to make herself invisible which was next to impossible as they were the only ones on that side of the counter. Dan had asked the secretary why she’d called him and was told that she wanted him to take the new girl to class as they would be in the same grade. Jayne was mortified and desperately wanted to run and hide. Anything would be preferable to walking anywhere with such a perfect person. But the floor didn’t open up and shallow her whole, a bus didn’t come crashing through the wall and run over her, a giant bird didn’t swoop in and carry her off, and no cosmic catastrophe occurred that would have buried her alive. Thus, even though her paperwork wasn’t complete, Jayne soon found herself walking down the hallway beside the best thing to ever grace her path. “I’m Dan. And you are?”
Friday, February 5, 2016 “Uh…Jayne. Um… Jaynelle, really. Uh…Call me Jayne.” She stammered, again wishing that the floor would open up and take her away from this whole situation. “Jaynelle. That’s a pretty name. Here we are. Don’t worry. Mr. Hickson’s bark is worse than his bite.” With a wink and a quick reassuring squeeze of her arm, Dan opened the classroom door and Jayne felt like she was thrown into a pit with a bunch of rabid dogs. He would never know, but Jayne cherished the memory of that first touch even to this day. “Jayne? Jayne!” Jayne blinked back to awareness. “Sorry. What did you say?” “It’s time we left so you could get some work done, dear. I’ll see you tomorrow. I wonder what I should serve for lunch? Dan is such a large man and I’m sure he has a big appetite.” Mrs. T. hugged Jayne before heading for the door. “Are you okay?” Jayne smiled at concerned look on Monique’s face. “Yes. I was just daydreaming, I guess. Must be summer. Now don’t overdo it today. If you need anything, call.” “Yes, Mom!” Both girls laughed as Monique hugged Jayne and then helped Mrs. T out the door and down a small ramp, bypassing the steps. Jayne watched as Monique gently guided Mrs. T into her car. Before the door closed, Mrs. T called out, “Jayne, dear, don’t forget to find an escort for the dance.” “Honestly, Mrs. T., where am I going to find a date in Humble on such short notice?” “Open your eyes, dear, open your eyes.” Jayne waved as they drove off and then sank down on the step. Looking up and down the street she muttered to herself, “Open your eyes…open your eyes…Well there’s always Siegfried and Roy. Or, perhaps Mr. Hickson. He thought I was a great student. Oh, I forgot, Gertie is after him. Not that she’d admit it in public. Regardless, there is no way can I compete with her. The teens are too young. Maybe I can twist Jim Jr.’s arm! No wait, didn’t he say he had his eye on some gal in town here and was going to ask her…wonder who it is?” With that Jayne laughed and walked back to her desk. The warm sunshine was so lovely that she didn’t want to close the door or pull down the blind just yet, though by noon she’d have to or else she’d cook in the office. As it looked to be a slower work day with just some typing to do, Jayne didn’t feel that she was wasting time by daydreaming. In a perfect world, Jayne would have an escort to the dance and that escort would be none other than Dan himself. She imagined Dan arriving at her door and the two of them walking arm in arm to the Hall, greeting the villagers as they entered the building. His warm eyes would look at her with love as he gently guided her along with a firm hand. They would have eyes only for each other. Jayne sighed. Now she was getting pathetically sappy. In a perfect world anything was possible. Though, as Mrs. T said, the more grateful you are the more perfect your world becomes…so maybe anything is possible. Shaking her head at her foolishness, Jayne turned to her computer and started working. If she finished by noon she could take the rest of the day off. That would give her time to pick up some desperately needed groceries, since her fridge was still totally bare, at Smythers’ and go over to the library to stock up on some reading material for the weekend. She might even join the Dessert Club's Tasting Evening. One of Monique's newest ideas was a Dessert Club which actually met in the Community Hall Thursday evenings and made the most decedent desserts. (to be continued…………) © Beth Richardson 2016
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Blaine Calkins M.P., Red Deer-Lacombe Please contact my Constituency office if you have any questions or concerns on any federally related matters, postage free, at: Bay #6A, 4612 - 50th Street, Ponoka, T4J 1S7; tel: 403783-5530; toll free: 1-800-665-0865 or visit my web site: www.blainecalkinsmp.ca or on twitter at www.twitter.com/blainecalkinsmp In Touch with MP Earl Dreeshen Now is the time to turn the corner on 2015 which saw a dramatic shift in politics at both the provincial and federal levels and look toward the future. 2016 is going to be a very important year as we continue to navigate through unpredictable times. My focus remains listening to what is important to the residents of Red Deer - Mountain View and advocating those positions in Ottawa on your behalf. My colleagues and I are back in Ottawa to continue the 42nd Parliament. The government has signalled its priorities, repealing Conservative citizenship reforms that allowed the government to revoke citizenship from dual citizens convicted in terror related crimes and repealing two private members bills that place oversights on unions including forcing them to disclose to their members how they are spending union dues. I believe these priorities are seriously misplaced and will continue to advocate for the priorities of Central Alberta, our economy and public safety. Trans Pacific Partnership Under the previous Conservative government, Canada signed on to the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade agreement, which has the potential to unlock massive and growing markets for Canadian exports across all industrial sectors. My colleagues and I are calling on the government to sign and ratify the TPP at the earliest opportunity, in order to maintain our original signatory status. The TPP provides access to new markets with which we don’t currently have free trade agreements such as Japan, the world’s 3rd largest economy. In addition, ratifying the TPP will preserve Canada’s privileged access to our largest trading partner – the United States – and strengthens our partnership within NAFTA. The TPP will help us and our allies set the rules for trade in Asia-Pacific region for generations to come Currently, 1 in 5 jobs in Canada and 60 percent of our nation’s GDP is directly linked to exports. The TPP represents a market of almost 800 million consumers with a combined GDP of $29 trillion – over 14 times the size of Canada’s economy Tax Discrepancy A key part of the Liberal election platform was to provide a middle class tax cut while hiking the taxes of those in the highest income bracket. During the campaign, they repeated over and over again that this was going to be revenue neutral as part of their commitment to run “modest deficits.” We saw shortly after the election that someone finally showed them the math around their promises. Their modest deficits of under $10 billion have ballooned to a projected $25 billion with a sizeable portion being an immediate $1.5 billion gap in their “revenue neutral” tax changes. Those who benefit from this change the most are individuals who earn between $124 thousand and $200 thousand per year with people earning under $45,282 receiving no benefit while watching their share of Canada’s debt grow as a result. Election Reform There has been significant talk about election reform since the new Prime Minister declared that the 2015 federal election would be the last federal election conducted under the ‘first past the post’ system. While I am not opposed to a discussion about electoral reform, the Liberals are treating the election win as a blank cheque to fundamentally
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Earl Dreeshen M.P., Red Deer-Mountain View Constituency Office: Suite 100A, 4315-55 Avenue, Red Deer 403-347-7426 (p) 1-866-211-0959 (toll free) 403-347-7423 (f)
[email protected] change the way we elect our representatives and our governments without any consultation on what they are actually replacing the old system with. That is unacceptable. Let me be absolutely clear that the Conservative Party remains firmly opposed to any changes made to how Canadians elect their federal representatives without holding a national referendum on the matter. When you change the basic rules of democracy, everyone has to have a say. One political party cannot dominate the process by simply using their majority to do so. Canadian provinces (PEI, BC, Ontario) and Commonwealth countries (UK, New Zealand) put their proposed electoral reforms to a referendum. My colleagues and I are calling on the Liberals to show Canadians that same respect. Energy East Pipeline The Mayor of Montreal made national headlines for all the wrong reasons. He, along with dozens of other Quebec mayors announced they will stand opposed in attempts to reject any construction of the Energy East Pipeline. The project represents over $15 billion in private investment that will provide thousands of jobs in Alberta and across the country. It is estimated that the project will improve our GDP by $55 billion and increase Canada’s oil dependency. Montreal and many parts of Eastern Canada currently rely on millions of barrels of foreign oil from dictatorships and countries with vastly inferior environmental protections, while these mayors reject oil from Alberta. The short sighted mayors have been roundly criticized by people across the political spectrum. The government has the ability to exert considerable influence on this project and I will continue to push them to do just that. Anti ISIS Combat Coalition By now, you’ve probably heard that Canada was not invited to a meeting of the allied nations working together to stop ISIS. Only six months ago then Foreign Affairs Minister Rob Nicholson hosted an international meeting in Quebec City to discuss the military and political aspects of the mission against ISIS. Today, we are not even welcomed to have a seat at the table. While our coalition partners are stepping up their efforts to degrade and defeat ISIS, the Trudeau government is seen by our allies as stepping back, rather than standing shoulder-to-shoulder with them. Prime Minister Trudeau has still not explained how pulling our CF-18 fighter jets out of the fight against ISIS is helpful to our coalition partners. The Liberals have proclaimed that Canada is back on the world stage. In reality we are being forced to sit back while our allies battle to defend our shared values. Office Update Shortly after the election we set up a toll free number so constituents in the Southern part of the riding. That number is 1-866-211-0959 and it directly connected to my constituency office. A reminder that mobile office will be at the Innisfail Legion on Wednesday, February 17. Hours are from 10-2. Either myself or my staff will be on location to gather thoughts, comments and concerns from the community on my behalf.
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Don MacIntyre, MLA Innisfail-Sylvan Lake
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[email protected] Phone: 403 782 7725 Fax: 403 782 3307 Albertans need a government review process that has teeth A popular U.S. president once said that the closest thing to eternal life any of us on earth will ever see is a government program. Madsen Pirie, former adviser to British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, told a joke about that same idea in a speech he delivered in Toronto. Pirie said that after the conservative-minded Thatcher took office, the first government program she eliminated had been created back in 1803, when the British and French were at war. Fearing an invasion, the British had paid a man to sit atop the Cliffs of Dover to watch for Napoleon. He was to light a fire if the French Emperor showed up.
#2, 160 Hewlett Park Landing Sylvan Lake, AB Wildrose Shadow Minister for Electricity and Renewables
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Additionally, there is provision in Alberta to have the actual operations of government agencies reviewed every seven years. Unfortunately, Alberta’s reviews are not impartial or independent. They’ll be carried out by the Minister in Charge, with assistance from the bureaucracy itself. Adversity reveals character We Albertans certainly have faced more that our share of challenges over the past year. Low oil prices, a Canadian dollar in free-fall, increases in taxes and mounting job losses are taking a toll. Times are tough, and they’re getting tougher.
“We eliminated that job in 1980,” Pirie deadpanned. He understood the tendency that bureaucracies have to perpetuate their own existence.
That being said, I have always believed that adversity reveals character. If we’re looking for inspiration, history is filled with just the just the sort of characters we need.
It is an awareness of government’s innate bias toward getting bigger, and staying bigger, that led numerous legislative assemblies to adopt sunset clauses—legal orders that say when a government program must end. If an agency or program is to continue beyond the termination date (sunset date), its existence must be debated and justified, and the legislature must then pass new legislation.
Jan. 25, known as Robbie Burns Day, marks the 257th birthday of one the western world’s best known poets and lyricists.
In the U.S., more than two dozen state governments have taken things even further. Instead of putting sunset clauses into certain pieces of legislation, to varying degrees they’ve adopted Universal Sunset Legislation that applies to everything they do.
However, poverty was unable to crush young Robert. In fact, it helped forge a rebellious, driven spirit. He learned to fight as fiercely as he loved.
In Texas, for example, every board, commission, and agency will be abolished within a specific time frame (usually twelve years), unless the state legislature specifically passes legal provisions for their renewal. And it isn’t just the legislature that has a say. The state has a twelve-member Sunset Commission backed by an executive director and a thirty-member staff. These people scrutinize every government agency and program, determining which of them should be eliminated. So far the commission has carried out 500 evaluations, eliminated 83 government programs or agencies, and saved taxpayers more than $900 million. In Alberta, past PC governments made a feeble attempt to establish a somewhat similar consideration. Yet rather than setting up something with teeth that can genuinely limit the size, cost, and growth of government, the PCs passed a law saying that every few years, public agencies in Alberta must review whether they have a written explanation of what they’re supposed to be doing. It’s called a Mandate and Roles Document. These “mandate” letters are supposed to be developed by the bureaucracy and the Minister responsible. In places where people are serious about responsible government, the evaluation and review of government agencies is undertaken by competent, seasoned people who ask tough questions. They determine whether government agencies should still be operating. In Alberta, we order that a Cabinet Minister must review a mandate letter that is largely assembled by the bureaucracy itself. This year, legislation forces the Notley Cabinet to “review” mandate letters for more than 300 provincial agencies. Unfortunately, this process is not designed to save money. Nor will it result in eliminating aspects of government that are redundant, or that could better be achieved through other means.
Long before Mr. Robert Burns became known as the National Bard of Scotland, he truly was the 'Ploughman Poet.’ The first of seven children, his father was a tenant farmer who died in bankruptcy.
Robbie Burns wasn’t born great, but he worked at it most diligently; breathing life into words, bringing true heart to his work. He had many loves in his life, including a close personal connection with the Highlands. It’s a sentiment that those of us who grew up in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains understand very well. From the enduring commitment to cause of freedom, I have always felt Scotland and Alberta share a kinship. When the spirit of Robbie Burns is taken into account, our connection runs deep. Whether it’s proposing alternatives to get our economy back on track, or giving voice to the concerns of our rural communities, please know that your Wildrose Official Opposition will continue to stand up for Albertans. In recent weeks we have taken steps to ensure farm families receive the information they need regarding Bill 6, to defend our energy industry, and to create and protect jobs in our province. We remain dedicated to the vision of an Alberta, strong and free, where hard work and determination bring new hope and new opportunity. As for the challenges ahead, I have faith in Albertans to see our province through. Adversity reveals character, and even in difficult times character is one resource we will always have in abundance. As MLA for the Lacombe-Ponoka Constituency my top priorities include meeting with and listening to local constituents. Please feel free to contact my office at 403-782-7725 or by e-mail
[email protected] or drop in for a chat at 101, 4892 46 street, Lacombe, AB.
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The Church Dinner Author Unknown A group of friends from the Cottonwood Church wanted to get together on a regular basis to socialize and play games. The lady of the house was to prepare the meal. When it came time for Bill and Jean to be the hosts, Jean wanted to outdo all the others. She decided to have mushroom-smothered steak. But mushrooms are expensive. She told her husband, "No store bought mushrooms. They are too expensive." He said, "Why don't you go down in the pasture and pick some of those mushrooms? There are plenty in the creek bed." She said, "No, some wild mushroom are poison." He said, "Well, I see varmints eating them and they're OK." So Jean decided to give it a try. She picked a bunch, washed, sliced and diced them for her smothered steak.
A good marriage gives you great energy for achieving success in all parts of life. It can help you keep up that energy even in the face of trials that would decimate other people. - Laura Vanderkam
Then she went out on the back porch and gave Ol' Spot (the yard dog) a double handful. Ol' Spot ate every bite. All morning long, Jean watched Ol' Spot. The wild mushrooms didn't seem to affect him so she decided to use them. The meal was a great success, and Jean even hired a helper lady from town to help her serve. After everyone had finished, they relaxed, socialized and played cards and dominoes. About then, the helper lady came in and whispered in Jean's ear, "Mrs. Williams, Ol' Spot is dead." Jean went into hysterics. After she finally calmed down, she called the doctor and told him what had happened. The doctor said, "That's bad, but I think we can take care 0f it. I will call for an ambulance and I will be there as quickly as possible. We'll give everyone enemas and we will pump out everyone's stomach. Everything will be fine. Just keep them calm. Soon they could hear the siren as the ambulance was coming down the road. The EMT's and the doctor had their suitcases, syringes and a stomach pump. One by one, they took each person into the bathroom, gave them an enema and pumped out their stomach. The scene was not pretty. After the last one was finished, the doctor came out and said, "I think everything will be fine now," and he left. The lady helper came in and whispered to Jean, "You know, that fellow that run over Ol' Spot never even stopped."
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OBITUARY
SUTTON LANDMARK REAL ESTATE Wayne Sommers 403-318-9114
Lyle: Gladys Mae (nee Dye) July 9th, 1921 – Jan 8, 2016 In the early hours of a cold winter morning, Mom released her tenacious hold on life. Surrounded by her loving family at the Red Deer Regional Hospital passing peacefully with dignity and was ever so beautiful to her end. Gladys was born in Langdon, Alberta. The fourth child born to parents Roger and Viola Dye into a family of 6 girls and twin boys. She was raised on the farm and took her schooling at Ripley school which only taught to grade nine. She started working in 1937 as a chore girl, babysitter and whatever was needed. She joined the Womens Army Corps (WAC) in 1942 spending 3 ½ years in Skinner Barracks, Calgary, Vermilion, and Currie Barracks, Calgary. She was discharged in 1945 and married Leonard Lyle in 1946. They resided in Alix where they raised 1 son and 4 daughters. Gladys was a member of the Sincerity Rebekah Lodge #38 for many years and also a member of the Alix United Church, their choir and the handbell choir. She was civic minded and actively participated in the community. She loved sports, playing basketball in the army and later on baseball for the Alix Ladies team. She was our biggest cheerleader no matter what her kids or the grandkids played. Her many likes included hockey, curling, bingo, movies (with popcorn) casino trips, family reunions and her grandchildren, oh yes and ice cream!. Gladys was predeceased by her mother and her father, her stepfather, her husband Len, her daughter Delena, her sisters Edna, Winnie, Ruby and a brother Robert. She predeceased by many other very close family members, inlaws and friends. Surviving Gladys is her son Wayne (Silvia) Thunder Bay, daughters Wendy (Gerald) Red Deer, Debbie (Jim) Tsawwassen, and Dixie (Doug) Alix. Her grandchildren Nick, Bonnie, Dr. Patricia, Ryan, Derek, Demi, and Christopher and her great grandchildren Destiny, Josie, Olivia and Emmerson. Also surviving her is sisters Dorothy, Betty and brother Roger plus too many others to mention. Mom lived a simple life never learning to drive but rather walking everywhere. Never acquired a taste for even coffee or tea but loved a hot choco with marshmallows. As many of our friends will attest, weekend mornings at our house always started special with pancakes and homemade whip cream. Our house seemed to be the go to place for all our friends and she has remained special to all of them thro ’out the years. Keeping with mom’s wishes that there be No Funeral, we are choosing instead to have a celebration of her Life on July 9th this summer in Alix, on what would have been her 95th birthday. A reminder will be posted at that time. Donations in Gladys’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
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Trenville Park Board are inviting tenders for the 2-person position of operating the park for five (5) summer months, beginning May 1, 2016, 24/7. We supply the house, all appliances, utilities, a new tractor, mower, and tools. Excellent people skills is a must. References are required. Subject to police check. Must be bondable. Salary negotiable. For suitable people, this could be a long-term employment. To submit a written bid please contact: Bob Boulton RR1 Lousana, AB T0M 1K0 403-773-2144 or Steve Pennock Elnora T0M 0Y0 403-773-3933. Entries close February 15, 2016.
NICE OPEN PLAN DOUBLE-WIDE MOBILE HOME with an oversized double garage c/w a separate heated shop area on a lot with tall evergreens. One block from the lake. 4716-45 Ave Alix AB $99,500 MLS CA0072309 AWARD WINNING RENEWED ENERGY EFFICIENT BUNGALOW with a covered deck, cedar fenced yard and garage with extra parking. 3012 OLSON STREET DONALDA $95,000 MLS CA0070921 FIXER UPPER ALIX 4904-47 STREET across from the school, 2BD/1BTH, large lot with garage. $99,000 MLS CA0064226. VEHICLES FOR SALE
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FOR RENT in ALIX: 2-bedroom trailer in very good condition, 5 appliances, water/sewer/garbage included. No pets. $825/month + power & gas. Call 403-348-6594. ALIX: HOUSE for RENT 3 bedroom 2.5 bath 5 appliances, water/sewer/garbage included. $1000/month, $850.00 DD Large lot near daycare and school, detached small garage. 403.348.9304 Alix Lakeside Condo Estates. Large two bedroom apartment for rent. 5 appliances (fridge, stove, washer, dryer, dishwasher). Deck. 2 paved off-street parking stalls with plug-in. On Main Street Alix. No smoking, no pets. $1000 plus utilities. $1000 security deposit. Available now. Phone 403-788-2090 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Full-time permanent in home caregiver for two seniors. one with MS. 44hr per week, wage $15.75 per hr. Must have 12 months experience, high school education, speak English, valid driver’s licence, duties include some personal care, light housekeeping, preparation of some meals, household shopping and care of two small dogs. Employer located in urban south Red Deer. Applications on line to
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Fresh raw unpasteurized Honey available year-round while supplies last. Also available frozen berries. Call Cecelia, Sterling Honey 403-7842170 or 403-877-5991. MISCELLANEOUS
Tutor Available in Alix Monday evenings 6:00- :00 pm. Specializing in remedial math, reading, writing, and academic skills. Call Don 403-304-5164.
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