Chautauqua Friday, June 16, 2006

Sharing traditional values with today’s communities

2006 Vol. 5, No. 12

Nebraska 4H Club Results Submitted by Nebraska 4H Club FEMALE CONFIRMATION CLASSES Champion Yearling Heifer Cody Congdon Reserve Champion Yearling Heifer Rhianna Congdon Champion 2 year old cow calf Rhianna Congdon Reserve Champion 2 year old cow calf Cody Congdon Champion 3 year old cow calf Cody Congdon FEMALE CLASSES SHOWMANSHIP First Place Yearling Heifer- Intermediate Rhianna Congdon Second Place Yearling Heifer- Intermediate Klay Rowley First Place Yearling Heifer- Senior Cody Congdon Second Place Yearling Heifer- Senior Michael Knight

Alix MAC Class of 2006 - Remember Me This Way The Alix MAC Commencement Ceremony was held in Alix on May 27, 2006. The following grads were honoured: (alphabetical order) Ashley Clements, Chris Duffin, Lee Fletcher, Lisa Giesbrecht, Krystle Janiszewski, Lindy Payne, Jesse Plunkett, Josh Plunkett, Amber Stang, Travis Photo courtesy of Alix MAC School Stanyer, and Julie Wong. While the wet weather curtailed some of the planned rodeo weekend activities in Bashaw, nothing could put a damper on the annual parade which went ahead despite the threat of rain. As well, the midway was set up at the Ag Grounds for those wanting to ride the Ferris Wheel, and various events occurred on Main Street following the parade. More page A14...

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!

CARCASS STEERS Champion Carcass Steer Michael Knight Reserve Champion Carcass Steer Murray Knight Rate of Gain Brad Rowley SHOW STEER CONFIRMATION CLASS Champion Show Steer Rhianna Congdon Reserve Champion Show Steer Cody Congdon Rate of Gain Michael Knight STEER CLASS SHOWMANSHIP First Place – Junior Makenzie Rowley Second Place – Junior Meagan Klinck First Place – Intermediate Rhianna Congdon Second Place – Intermediate Klay Rowley First Place – Senior Cody Congdon Second Place – Senior Murray Knight More on pages A5, A8 & A9

Connecting the Communities of Alix, Bashaw, Clive, Delburne, Elnora, Haynes, Lousana, Pine Lake, Mirror, & Tees

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FROM THE EDITOR’S COMPUTER Last week my family went up to Athabasca to attend my sister’s convocation ceremony at Athabasca University, where she was officially presented with her Bachelor of General Studies (Arts & Sciences) degree. Congratulations Mary! There were differences from when we attended my convocation ceremony in Athabasca five short years ago. When I convocated there were only 300+ graduates over two days. This year there were 1,100+ graduates over three days. As the graduates are literally from all over the world, not all are in attendance. Five years ago people were fainting because it was such a blistering hot day. This year we wore coats and dodged rain drops. Five years ago the Masters degrees were still new, thus the number of graduates were small. This year the Masters degree recipients were in the hundreds, and the University is talking about their plans to add many more degree options by 2015, including the possibility of Doctorate degrees. There were also similarities between the two special days...The welcoming atmosphere wherever you go on the grounds...The extra

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The Chautauqua 403-352-3837 (cell) Box 249 Alix, AB T0C 0B0 Email: [email protected] http:/thechautauqua.wordpress.com Items may be submitted at Alix Library Sorry...NO FAXES ACCEPTED Owner/Editor: Beth Richardson Display Ads: $4.00 per column per inch Classifieds: $4.00 (up to 25 words)

DEADLINE - ads and articles 2nd & 4th Friday of the month Printed by the Red Deer Advocate effort on the part of the university to have gorgeous bouquets and planters of flowers everywhere...The personal touch they add to the events of the day so that everyone feels included in the wonder and excitement the graduates are feeling...The biographical information they share about each graduate so that you can know them all. It truly does not take much to make people feel special and appreciated.

Alix Centennial Homecoming in 2007 Alix was incorporated as a village on June 3, 1907. To celebrate this historic event the Alix Centennial Homecoming is planned for June 29 - July 1, 2007. Please help us spread the word by sending out postcards to former residents, friends and relatives you think would like to attend. These postcards may be picked up at any of the following locations in Alix: Village Office, Museum, Library, Motel and Home Hardware.

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Please support your local businesses.

ATB Financial Agency Alix The Alix agency has moved and has a new agent, Holly Buelow. She is looking forward to assisting you with all your needs.

All ATB Financial Customers Welcome! Referrals and Appointments with our specialists from the Lacombe Branch may be made via the Alix Agency. Agent: Holly Buelow 4914 - 50 Street, Alix Phone: 403-747-2444

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Alix, Mirror, Tees, Clive, Haynes, Bashaw

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VILLAGE OF ALIX

Office 747-2495

Emergency 747-2929

FCSS/Recreation 747-2030

Mayor Marlene Kortzman 747-2652 Deputy Mayor Mel Henderson 747-2127 Councillor Mary-Louise Lapish 747-3300 Councillor Patrick Lynch 747-2413 Councilor Larry Yarwood The Village of Alix Office Hours are:

From the Chambers

Monday to Friday

Mayor Marlene Kortzman

TAXES Tax time is upon us again. Council has finalized the budget and has set the mill rate. The mill rate has not changed and remains at 12.6 for the municipal portion. However, your taxes may have increased due to the fact that the assessed value of your property has risen. This is based on the market and we have no control as to the market value of your home or property. We all realize we are in a “hot” real estate market.

747-2159

8:00 am to noon; 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

By the time you read this our new playgrounds will be either constructed or well under way. Thank you to so many people: the volunteers; Alix Lions Club for their dedication for the initial support re the lottery license to secure the raffle tickets and their hard work re assisting the playground committee in selling the tickets; Rahr Malting for their generous contribution of $25,000 and offer of donated manpower and to you the taxpayer, re the Village contribution of $10,000 plus $5,000 placed in reserve funds for future maintenance.

BUDGET AND DEVELOPMENT

You have likely also noticed activity on the small stretch of land beside IDA Pharmacy. Construction of our Alixgator Park has begun. Thanks to Donna Peterson for coordinating this project on behalf of our Business Retention and Downtown Revitalization Group. “Alix” the alligator will now have a permanent home. Also, a special thanks to Donna and Curt Peterson for their research which resulted in our Village receiving $1300 for donated trees and shrubs for our parks.

We have authorized an expenditure to install water and sewer to the property lines of both the light and heavy industrial park. This will also enable some additional residential development in the north end of the Village, as funds become available to extend these lines.

The Communities in Bloom ladies are hard at it again, flower beds like to be weeded, etc. If you have time to assist, your help would be appreciated. Just call the Village Office for details. An hour a week would be greatly appreciated.

We have set aside funds to assist with the future construction of a new multi-purpose facility. To date we have set aside $68,000 for design, engineering and survey fees plus $48,500 towards the building fund if the community goes forth with this vision. Once again “thank you” to our hardworking volunteer steering committee.

STAFFING:

In your tax notice you will find a brochure from the province to explain the school tax which is in addition to the municipal tax. We do not keep this portion, it is forwarded directly to the province.

We are continuing to liaison with a developer re a residential subdivision and are working with Lacombe County re annexation of some land. We are also communicating with the owner of industrial land to ascertain proximity of a road into the park to allow for subdivision. Our Economic Development Committee has met with CPR to offer to work with them re any future development of the highway property.

2006 ASSESSMENT AND PROPERTY TAX NOTICE This is to advise that the 2006 Assessment and Property Tax Notices have been mailed June 12, 2006. Any ratepayer who does not receive a tax notice is advised to contact the Village Office at 403 747-2495. Property owners are further advised that taxes are due and payable without penalty if payment is received by the Village Office on or before July 17, 2006. Any payment for property tax forwarded by mail shall be deemed to be paid on the same date as the postmark on the envelope in which the said payment is mailed. To taxes remaining unpaid after July 17, 2006 a penalty of twelve (12%) percent will be added on July 18, 2006. To taxes remaining unpaid after September 1, 2006, a penalty of six (6%) per cent will be added on September 2, 2006.

We are losing our water and sewer expert, Don Gibson, who is leaving for a self-employed opportunity. He will be missed as Don has been a steadying influence over the past 22 ½ years. Also going on to a new challenge is our C.A.O., Ken Gwozdz, and we wish both Ken and Don the best of luck in the future. Council will be investigating the possibility of some contract work. WATER: The first stage of our regional water project is almost finished. We anticipate being completed by the end of July. Thank you for your cooperation and patience re our present water restrictions.

Please note that the 2006 Notice is a combined Assessment and Tax Notice. Persons wishing to appeal their assessment have 30 days form the date of mailing to do so. All appeals must be forwarded to the CAO, Village of Alix. Invitation for Tender Custodian Required The Village of Alix invites you to submit a bid to provide Janitorial Services for the Village Administration Office and the FCSS office / meeting room in the Alix FireHall. Closing date: June 30, 2006 at Noon. More information on this tender can be obtained at the Village Administration Office Monday to Friday, 8 am to Noon and 1 pm to 4 pm or phone 1-403-747-2495. Thank you. Alix Fire Department Chief Jim von Hollen (above) cuts the cake in celebration of the recent arrival of a F-550 Fire Fighter Transport Vehicle and a Medical Unit. The Fire Department held a Open House on June 3, 2006 to show the new units off to the public. A photo of the two new vehicles will appear in the next issue of The Chautauqua. Photo courtesy of the Village of Alix

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

Librarian: Beth Richardson

WHEN in PEI Our travel evenings will continue in the Fall at the Library with a Potluck supper followed by some sharing time. Everyone is welcome to join us for a fun evening.

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

Thank You to the Parlby Creek Brushkateers Art Club who had some of their artwork on display in the library. If any local artisans would like their artwork displayed please contact the library. Come Check out our New Books!

SuperNet and High Speed Internet have come to Alix Library! We have three public access computers which can be used free of charge. LIBRARY CARD FEES: $5 - individual and $10 - family. You can use your library card at virtually every public library in the province. The Lois Hole Library Legacy Program - Grow Your Library - You can help make a difference by investing in the future of Alberta through a legacy donation to the library. REMINDER Anyone with a library card from Alix Public Library who resides outside of Alix corporate limits, within the County of Lacombe, is asked to please supply the library with your legal land description. Thank you for your cooperation.

STEP POSITION AVAILABLE Alix Public Library is looking for someone over 18 years of age to work in the library for eight weeks (July 4 - Aug. 26), Tuesday to Saturday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Preference will be given to applicants who are able to work with children and coordinate childrens’ programming, have computer proficiency, have excellent clerical skills, are able to follow direction and do light physical tasks. Please drop off resumes at the library before the end of June. The successful applicant will be required to have a Police Record Check.

Board Members Wanted - We are looking for individuals interested in sitting on the Library Board.

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

I ran across some information that is disturbing. June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Statistics say that 8 percent of seniors experience some form of abuse, often by a family member or someone they know. That is totally unacceptable. So say hi to any seniors that cross your path and maybe even do them a favor. A big Thank You to the Village Shoppe for their contribution to the Alix T-Ball program. Summer Rec Program: This will start the beginning of July. It is a fun program for your kids. Watch for posters around town. FCSS Board: We are looking for more members. If you think that you could sit on this board, please let me know. Beach Days: We have changed our date this year. It will be happening on July 15th. Watch for the posters with more information. Community Calendar: We are doing up a calendar to be put under the glass on the board by the Post office. I need all clubs and organizations, even individuals, to give us information about any events coming up this year. The only way this will work is if you participate. Please send to me this information, the sooner the better.

ALIX HOME HARDWARE

BOOK SALE - We have a large number of gently used books for sale at the Library. We also accept book donations. ONLINE CATALOG http://alixpublic.prl.ab.ca Select Catalogue. To request titles or to check your library account, you need your 14-digit barcode from your library card and a PIN (last 4 digits of your phone number). ______________ WHAT’S NEW To keep up to date and find out what’s new at the library, go to http://alixpublic.prl.ab.ca

GORDON C. SAVILLE

New Water Machine 9:30 a.m. SUTTON LANDMARK REAL ESTATE Wayne Sommers

403-347-0751

Built in Bottle Sanitizer Option of RO or Re-mineralized Water Still only $3.50 per bottle!

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN ALIX

Diner with Commercial Kitchen + Laundromat Business & concrete-block building plus land. $67,500.

Visit our Garden Centre

Lumber Yard & Shop on prime development land 6,000 sq. ft. plus additional land. $110,000. Main corner, prime commercial lot $35,000 Doublewide on a treed-lot, complete with doublegarage with workshop. $97,000

Shrubs, Perennials and Bedding Plants at Great Prices!

21 Lots or Acreages with 21 separate titles in Alix. Ready for development. $250,000.

Help is Close to HOME

RESIDENTAL

TUES. 3:30 P.M. KIDS’ CLUB

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The Nebraska 4H Club would like to thank their 2006 Carcass Calf Buyers

Grand Champion Carcass – Michael Knight Buyer – Quattro Oilfield Services Ltd.

Reserve Champion Carcass – Murray Knight Buyer – Maxum Controls and Bill and Gloria Knight

Cody Congdon Buyer – Gary Devost and TBR Contracting – Rob Graves

Brad and Shane Rowley Buyer: Reg Cox Feedmixers & Ron Wright

Chelsea Klinck Buyer: Sheldon and Helen Murphy

Rhianna Congdon Buyer: Reg Weatherill Contracting & Baiers Sausage & Meats

Alix United Church News By Eve E. Keates, Secretary, Alix United Church Our 6th Annual Walk-a-thon was held on June 3. Fourteen walkers took off from the church at 9:30 am after enjoying muffins and coffee. We had a lovely sunny day, which added to the enjoyment.

We would like to thank everyone who sponsored us, fed us, and provided prizes for the Walkers. Prizes were donated by: Home Hardware, Alix Drugs, Jeannie’s Pizza Pantry, Candy Bouquet, Gator Gas Plus Ltd., Cat Bros. Oilfield Construction Ltd., Bar Diamond Farm & Ranch Supplies, Alix Food Town, Haunted Lakes Golf Club, UCW, and Community Savings. Thank you all for your support.

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Alix MAC School Write-up/Pictures submitted by Rod Phillips

Alix-MAC Graduation Ceremony Saturday, May 27th, 2006

Friday, June 16, 2006 In closing, have a wonderful moment in the spotlight as you have indeed earned it. Bear down and finish off the year in the same classy style as you have prepared for this occasion. Thank you for letting me share this time with you. It has not only been an honour to have the opportunity to be a part of your educational life but it is also a privilege to be able to participate and share with you on this memorable occasion.

Hmm, pretty impressive group of students. I see that there has been a metamorphosis from young adults to ladies and gentlemen. Oh well, back to jeans and t-shirts on Monday is my guess. I say Commencement and Graduands as opposed to Graduates as we still have a month of work ahead of us before you become the true Grads of 2006. Still a few more assignments and exams to go before we officially release you to the “real world”. Wolf Creek School Division Trustees

Mrs. Donna Peterson Mr. Bob Huff Assistant Superintendent of Schools for Wolf Creek Mr. Kurt Sacher Village of Alix Councillor Mr. Mel Henderson, Mary-Louise Lapish

Sunday, June 25 Funny Car Rocky Mountain Nationals Edmonton Bud Park Sunday, July 16 Passion Play Drumheller Outdoor Amphitheatre 3:00 pm Thursday, July 20 Tatoo (Military Precision Band) Edmonton Sunday, August 6 Camrose Big Valley Jamboree Final Day Phone to book your seat!

This is indeed a special group of students. For many, this is the culmination of 13 years of education. You have shown your perseverance and dedication to working hard in your classes and finding success in your academic pursuits. You, as a class, are also an indication that big things come in small packages. As I look at you, I realize that you are the true epitome of quality being more important than quantity. What you have done and promoted through your efforts is readily seen throughout the school, either as visible work or as the main characters of many stories. A small class, yes, but a class made up of students with very unique skills and talents. When I look at you I see a diverse group of young adults who have left their mark in a number of ways: I see a number of you who have demonstrated tremendous leadership capabilities either through their efforts in Students’ Union, as captains of teams, or as supportive, caring and empathetic classmates.

Friends of Alix MAC Submitted by Cathy Mehle and Marie Payne Friends of Alix MAC (FAMS) was created a few years ago by a dedicated group of parents and school staff to help out with funding school activities and transportation. This group of people had the vision to form a society and purchase a bus for the school. As a result, FAMS are on the list to participate in casinos and there is a school bus at the staff’s disposal. This bus provides a much cheaper way to transport our children to sports events, field trips, band trips and numerous other extra curricular activities.

I see some wonderful athletes. Athletes who have not only participated in the normal routine of school sports, but have gone beyond the bounds and taken on an active role in sports such as hockey and motocross.

Some other programs that FAMS has contributed to are: Accelerated Reading Program, Elementary Swimming Program, Volleyball Clinic, Travelling Art Exhibit, Field trips for various classes, Entry fees for the Lacombe Art Show, and Athletic Association Membership fees.

I see some highly skilled artists and musicians whose works have adorned and been heard throughout the halls and walls of a number of places, many of which come decorated with awards and the recognition of a job well done.

The board decided this year to try a ring raffle as a fundraiser and have raised over $700. Thank you to Ware’s Jewellers in Stettler for their contribution towards our 2 prizes, a $100 gift certificate and the pink sapphire ring valued at $900.

I see a group of people who willingly took the time to take on tasks to help those in need, whether students, staff or administration. Tonight is simply another example of what they can do.

The draw was made June 7, 2006 at the Alix MAC School Fine Arts Gala and the winners are: 2nd prize for the gift certificate, Michelle McConnell from Clive, and the 1st prize for the pink sapphire ring, Lorna Giltner from Lacombe.

What I see most of all, aside from the glitz and glamour that this evening holds, is a group of very good people. I see students and young adults with many qualities of good citizenship who have done this school and this community proud and we should be thankful of their efforts and contributions. You are a fascinating group of people and I wish you well in your future endeavours – whatever they may be. I am confident that you will all find your way through life for you all have that burning desire to succeed. This is but a start in your journey of life. Be proud of what you have accomplished but remember that another day’s challenges await you tomorrow. For now, enjoy the moment and recognize the pride in the eyes and faces of your parents and guardians. This is your shining moment and they are as proud as proud can be. Just remember that in a few short weeks, this adulation may turn to relief that you will soon be out the door and on your way.

Thank you to the businesses in Alix and area and the individuals who sold tickets for us. Thank you to all those who bought tickets and supported this event. Western Financial group has a bursary of up to $500 and because Alix Agencies helped us sell tickets and we raised over $500, we will qualify for that bursary. The money will go towards purchasing a replacement bus this year. We would like to thank Western Financial Group for helping us out. Thank you to the volunteer FAMS board members who came to meetings and put in time keeping FAMS alive and running. Your efforts are appreciated. Our next major fundraiser is a Casino in Red Deer Nov. 23, 24, 2006. If you can help with this please let Cathy Mehle know. The money really does benefit every single child in Alix MAC School.

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VILLAGE OF ALIX COUNCIL MINUTES

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Alix Council, held on Tuesday, June 6, 2006 at 7:00 P.M. in the Village of Alix Council Chambers. Present:

e) Alix Community Hall - Rental Form

The intent of the Booking Form, User Regulations and Policy was reviewed for the Community Hall.

Mayor Marlene Kortzman, Councillors Mel Henderson, Mary-Louise Lapish, Patrick Lynch and Larry Yarwood. Resolution #368/06:

Also Present:

Ken Gwozdz, C.A.O.

Call to Order:

Mayor Kortzman called the meeting to order at 7:02 P.M..

Additions/Deletions to the Agenda:

Mayor Kortzman called for additions/deletions to the agenda.

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Booking Form, User Regulations and the User Expectation Policy for the Alix Community Hall be brought back to another meeting with suggested changes. CARRIED. f) Policy #16 - Procedure for Delegations

Resolution #369/06:

Moved by Councillor Lapish that Policy #16 remain as is. CARRIED.

Approval of Agenda: Resolution #355/06:

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

Delegation:

10. In Camera

Resolution #370/06:

b) Rahr Committee - Water c) Offer to Purchase Lots d) Resignation CARRIED.

g) Feasibility Study - Sewage Lagoons - Highway 12/21 Funding from the Alberta Government is 100% for a Regional Sanitary Sewer Feasibility Study.

a) Deb Cowan - 7:15 P.M. Deb Cowan entered the meeting at 7:05 P.M.

Resolution #371/06:

Deb Cowan left the meeting at 7:25 P.M. Financial:

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that Administration bring forward a draft Policy that addresses the procedure for delegations and review of the Procedural Bylaw in this regard. CARRIED.

Moved by Councillor Henderson that the Village of Alix Council advise the Highway 12/21 Regional Water Services Committee that we would like to participate in the Sanitary Sewer Feasibility Study and understand there is no cost to the Village. CARRIED.

a) Accounts Payable - May 16, 2006 and May 31, 2006 h) Mill Rate Bylaw #346/06

Resolution #356/06:

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that the Accounts Payable for May 16, 2006 cheques numbered 2457 to 2471 inclusive, in the amount of $17,353.01 and the Accounts Payable for May 31, 2006 cheques numbered 2472 to 2499 in the amount of $54,266.93 be accepted for information. CARRIED.

Resolution #372/06:

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that the Village of Alix Council table Bylaw #346/06 to the special Council budget meeting to be held on Wednesday, June 7, 2006. CARRIED. i) Birthday Committee

b) Bank Reconciliation - April 30, 2006 Resolution #357/06:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Bank Reconciliation for the period ending April 30, 2006 be accepted for information. CARRIED.

Resolution #373/06:

c) Budget to Actual Resolution #358/06:

Resolution #359/06:

Minutes: Resolution #360/06:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that a Special Council Budget meeting be held June 7, 2006 at 8:00 A.M. in the Village of Alix Council Chambers. CARRIED.

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the minutes of the special meeting of the Village of Alix Council, held on Monday, May 19, 2006 be accepted with the following amendment: Resolution #346/06:

Business Arising from the Minutes:

Resolution #363/06:

Resolution #375/06:

l) Feasibility Study - Capital Planning Multi-Use Facility Resolution #376/06:

Moved by Councillor Henderson that the Village of Alix Council table this item until the next regular meeting of Council. CARRIED.

Resolution #377/06:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that Council deal with “In Camera” at the end of the Agenda in order to allow the public to observe the meeting as much as possible. CARRIED.

Committee Reports:

Moved by Councillor Henderson that the Village of Alix Council direct Administration to advise the Highway #12/21 Regional Water Services Committee that we agree with the 48% allocation to Alix. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council agree to the 5% allocation to Ferintosh. Further, that the Highway 12/21 Regional Water Services Committee be advised that the Village of Alix supports this request in principle. CARRIED.

Moved by Councillor Henderson that Administration be directed to contact Tim Ball regarding trapping for purposes of pest control in Alix and request he enter into a contract with the Village of Alix as per Policy 23. CARRIED.

Unfinished Business:

There was none.

New Business:

a) Policy #56 - Dispute Resolution

Resolution #378/06:

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that the Village of Alix Council adopt Policy #56 - Dispute Resolution as submitted. CARRIED. b) Delegation - Deb Cowan - 7:15 P.M. Mrs. Cowan attended Council as a delegation requesting an apology for defamation of character from Councillor Lapish.

Resolution #366/06:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that Mrs. Debbie Cowan’s letter of May 23, 2006 be received as information. CARRIED.

Moved by Councillor Lynch that Village of Alix Council not attend the Alberta SuperNet Opportunities Conference to be held in Calgary on June 20 to 22, 2006. CARRIED.

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Committee Reports be accepted for information. CARRIED. a) Letter of June 1, 2006 - Mrs. Stevens b) Correspondence from May 16, 2006 Council Meeting

Resolution #379/06:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Correspondence items (a) and (b) be accepted for information. CARRIED.

Resolution #380/06:

Moved by Councillor Lapish that the March 8, 2006 Disaster Services minutes be brought back to the next regular meeting of Council. CARRIED.

Chief Administrative Officer’s Report: Resolution #381/06:

Moved by Councillor Henderson that the fee per stall at the Alix Lake Recreation Area Campground be increased from $18.00 per night to $20.00 per night. CARRIED.

Resolution #382/06:

Moved by Councillor Henderson that the Village of Alix Council direct Administration to investigate the concept of recruiting a Level 1 Operator either by job sharing with another community, re-advertizing or contracting out the position. CARRIED.

Resolution #383 /06:

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that the Chief Administrative Officer’s Report be accepted for information. CARRIED.

Maintenance Supervisor’s Report: Resolution #384/06:

Moved by Councillor Henderson that the water and sewer services into TARM and balance of the Alix Industrial Park be tabled to the June 7, 2006 special Council budget meeting. CARRIED.

Resolution #385/06:

Moved by Councillor Lapish that the Village of Alix purchase the Kubota 2880 4 wheel drive Diesel at Homestead for the amount of $19,900.00 not including G.S.T. CARRIED.

Resolution #386/06:

Moved by Councillor Lapish that the Maintenance Supervisor’s Report be accepted for information. CARRIED.

d) Supernet Resolution #367/06:

a) Economic Development Committee b) Alix Centennial Committee c) Alix Arena Association

Correspondence:

Alberta Municipal Affairs Grant Application for mediation process requires a dispute resolution. Resolution #365/06:

Moved by Councillor Henderson that Gerald Robert Fitzsimmons name be put on the Alix Cenotaph and that Administration look after the arrangements. Further, that a letter of acknowledgment be sent to Pauline McDonald of Alix. CARRIED.

a) Highway 12/21 Regional Water Services - Percentage of Allocation

b) Pest Control Practices on Private Property Resolution #364/06:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the park at the end of Main Street and Railway Avenue be named AlixGator Park. CARRIED. k) Cenotaph - G.R. Fitzsimmons

Change “Account #2-31-490" to “Account #1-32-490". CARRIED.

Alix’s percentage of water for the new regional water system is 48%. Resolution #362/06:

Resolution #374/06:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the minutes of the regular meeting of the Village of Alix Council, held on Tuesday, May 16, 2006, be accepted as presented. CARRIED. b) Special Meeting - May 29, 2006

Resolution #361/06:

j) EDC - Business Retention and Revitalization Group

Moved by Councillor Lapish that the Budget to Actual be tabled until the June 7, 2006 special Council budget meeting. CARRIED. a) Regular Meeting - May 16, 2006

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that the Village of Alix Council authorize the Birthday Committee to remove the original minute books and tax record books for the July 1, 2007 celebration weekend with the understanding that they will be kept at the museum for display purposes and returned to the Municipal Office vault each night. CARRIED.

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The Nebraska 4H Club would like to thank the 2006 Buyers of our Show Steers

Grand Champion Steer - Rhianna Congdon Buyer – Rahr Malting Canada

Michael Knight

Buyer – Rahr Malting Canada

Meagan Klinck

Buyer – Mirror Fresh Water

Chelsea Klinck

Buyer – Nova Chemicals

Reserve Champion Steer – Cody Congdon Buyer – Stockyards Vet Clinic

John Hayward

Buyer – Mirror Small Business Community

Murray Knight

Buyer- Alix Small Business Community

ALIX SMALL BUSINESS COMMUNITY Aix Auto Wreckers Alix Clive Agencies Alix Home Hardware Alix Motel Bar Diamond Bill Russell Sand and Gravel Bugtussel Bar Cat Bros. Oilfield Construction Community Savings CAPS Central Alberta Printing Gator Gas Plus

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MIRROR SMALL BUSINESS COMMUNITY Alberta Foundry Allister and Linda Allan JDM Mechanical Kerry's Mechanical Messinger Meats Mirror Hotel Morris Meadows Ridge Walker Ranch & Trucking Trowelsworthy Industries Whistle Stop

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Mckenzie Rowley

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Buyer – Reinhart Oilfield Services

Nicholas Klinck

Buyer - Vold Jones Vold

Klay Rowley

Buyer – RTS Services Ltd.

Village of Alix Council Minutes continued… Resolution #387/06:

Logan Rowley

Buyer – TARM Inc.

Cody Rowley

Buyer – Apache Canada Ltd.

Brad Rowley

Fairborne Energy

Moved by Councillor Lapish that Council recess at 9:35 P.M. for 5 minutes. CARRIED.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Mayor Kortzman called the meeting back to order at 9:44 P.M. In Camera: Resolution #388/06:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council go “in camera” at 9:45 P.M. CARRIED.

Resolution #389/06:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council come “out of camera” at 10:59 P.M. CARRIED.

Resolution #390/06:

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that the Village of Alix Council extend this regular Council meeting past 11:00 P.M. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Resolution #391/06:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council go “in camera” at 11:00 P.M.

a) Public Works Level 1 Operator Salary Grid Resolution #394/06:

Resolution #393/06:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council come “out of camera” at 11:07 P.M. CARRIED. c) Offer to Purchase Lot 5, Block 5, Plan 002 4127 Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council accept the May 16, 2006 offer to purchase from CAPS subject to the following conditions:

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that the Village of Alix Council direct Administration to replace the rate of pay for an Operator 1 (Public Works) under the 2006 Grid from $15.04 to $22.47. CARRIED. d) Resignation

Resolution #395/06:

Moved by Councillor Henderson that the Village of Alix Council accept the C.A.O.’s and Maintenance Supervisor’s letters of resignation with regret. CARRIED.

Resolution #396/06:

Moved by Mayor Kortzman that Council direct Administration to advertize both positions. CARRIED.

CARRIED. Resolution #392/06:

Tax concession for 1 year upon completion of construction. As per Utility Policy Off Street Parking Design requirements of exterior satisfactory to the surrounding buildings No sidewalk to be provided. CARRIED.

Adjournment: Resolution #397/06:

Moved by Councillor Lapish that this regular meeting of the Village of Alix Council be adjourned at 11:21 P.M.. CARRIED.

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Mirror Community Sat., June 24 Barbeque Steak Dinner 5:30 - 7:00 pm at the Mirror Legion. Sun., June 25 Mirror United Church Annual Walk-athon around Alix Lake. Meet at Alix Lake Campground. Departure at 3:00 pm. Wiener roast and potluck supper at Haunted Lakes Campground at 5:30. Everyone welcome to walk or just join us for supper. Old Tyme Dance at the Mirror Community Hall 4th Saturday of the month. Door and Cash Bar open at 7 pm. Dancing 8 - midnight, lunch to follow. $10/person (includes lunch). Everyone welcome. For more information call Jean 788-3787 or Bev at 788-2119. _______________ Jolly Seniors contact is President, Don Wilson 788-3836. Coffee is on every weekday morning at the Friendly Inn Suppers - 1st. & 3rd. Wednesdays of each month @ 5:30 p.m. at the Friendly Inn. Floor Curling held Thursdays at 1:30 pm at the Community Hall. Pancake Breakfast - 2nd Sunday of the month. 9 - 1:00 p.m. @ the Jolly Seniors. Birthdays celebrated the 2nd Wednesday of each month. ________________ Mirror Alliance Church Sunday School 10 11 am. Morning worship 11 - noon. Phone: 788-2204. Mini Youth Group Friday Nights at the Alliance Church at 7:00 pm. Ages 4 to grade 6 welcome. Mirror United Church Sunday services at 9:30 am. Sunday School classes during the regular service. Children of all ages are welcome. Phone: 788-3835.

Friday, June 16, 2006 Spring Sandwich cookies are available. 1st Parlby Creek Scouts meet Wednesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00 pm at the Tees Hall. Beavers: Murray Meldrum 784-2407 Cubs: Gord Peters 784-2978 Scouts: Rob Coxen 784-3427 Group Chair: Carla Kenney 784-3055 1st Parlby is the only Scout Group for Beavers, Cubs and Scouts in the area. ________________

RAILWAY LIQUOR STORE Now OPEN Hours: Monday - Saturday 10 am - 10 pm

Rec. Society and Community Hall Meetings held 1st Thursday of the month. Contact Anthony Thorne 788-3284.

Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm

Museum Society contact is Don Wilson 7883836 or Roger Laforce 788-3094. Meetings are the 1st Mon. of the month at 7:30 pm. Mirror & District Skating Rink Committee meets 2nd Tuesday of each month. ________________________ Friends of the Mirror Library Society contact Gale 788-3835 or Heather 788-3044 Meetings held 2nd Monday of the month at 7:30 pm. Library hours: Tues 9:30-12:30 Wed 7:00-9:00 pm Thurs 1:00-5:00 pm Summer Special Book Sale - fill a bag with books and pay $2! ______________ Mirror Legion Br. 189 Suppers the last Saturday of the month. Meat Draws - Saturday at 4 pm. Executive meetings 1st Monday of the month at 7:30 pm Regular meetings 2nd Monday of the month at 7:30 pm. Darts - Tuesday evenings.

Watch this space for special offers 5207 - 50 Ave. Mirror 788-3747

Mirror Playgroup hangs out (above) A large crowd attended the Mirror School Spring Tea May 17th (below)

Mirror Seventh - Day Adventist Church (corner of 52 St & 51 Ave, north) Saturday Sabbath times: Sabbath School 9:45 am - 11 am. Church 11:15 - 12:15. Cliff Buelow 7882296. Pastor Morris 747-3971. ______________________ Mirror Guiding groups invite all girls ages 5 and up to join our groups for adventure, challenge, friendship and fun. Sparks, Brownies and Guides meet Fridays after school at the United Church. Mirror Guiding Units request your help with one of our service projects, “Kids helping Kids,” which provides the little cli-

ents of Kids Kottage with toothbrushes, socks and underwear. Ages newborn to 10 years. Alix, Mirror, Tees, Clive, Haynes, Bashaw

Photos courtesy of Mirror School

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News from the Mirror Family School Liaison Program Connie Brooks RSW, Family School Liaison/Family Wellness Worker In addition to providing support and information for individual students and families, the Family School Liaison Program offers events for all students. Here are some of the programs currently available. Super Stars for the month of May were: Ben French, Cassidy ScottLeedholm, Paige French, Justice Wilton, Dawn Marie Tennant and Hunter Middleton. Congratulations to these special students! The Winner’s Circle Award recipient for the month of May (fairness) was Elli Young. Elli won her award for her kindness and positive attitude. Elli always shares and includes her classmates in activities. Congratulations Elli! The character quality being celebrated for the month of June is honesty. Girls in grades 3 through 6 are enjoying Girl Power. In May we made Mother’s day gifts and cards. Girl Power will be offered again beginning in October 2006. Wayne Young, a retired RCMP officer and speaker for the Red Deer Crisis Centre made a follow-up visit to grades 5/6 to reinforce the information on bullying presented in April. Wayne also gave a presentation to the grade 7/8 class. The presentations were excellent, and interested parents are welcome to contact me to organize a parent presentation. Spring Tea The annual Liaison Spring Tea was held on May 17. Parents, grandparents, and friends spent a wonderful afternoon watching our talented students sing, play instruments and recite poetry. Everyone enjoyed the goodies and displays of student work. Seven lucky participants took home a rose bowl door prize. More than eighty people attended the tea this year; very gratifying for the staff and students as it gives us an opportunity to show off our wonderful school. Playgroup participants continue to meet every Wednesday morning in the liaison room. Playgroup is sponsored by Parent Link; there is no cost to participants! If you have a preschool child, drop in one Wednesday and check out this friendly group. On April 19 and on May 24 our group met in Red Deer to swim at the Collicutt Centre, and then went out for lunch. More field trips will be organized for the new season, beginning in September. Our group is looking forward to our year end trip, planned for June 14 at Ol MacDonalds. The group will recess for the summer and resume September 20, 2006. We hope to see lots of new faces in the fall! Fun for Fours Preschool held their wind-up party on May 15, 2006. The fall term will begin in September every Monday and Wednesday afternoon in the Liaison Classroom at the Mirror School. Our Preschool is licensed and taught by a certificated teacher Tami Robinson. If you have a child who will be four years old by March 30, 2007, He or she is eligible for the fall term of Fun for Fours. Please contact Connie @ 788 3913 for further information. If you have any questions or concerns, or wish to meet with the liaison worker, please contact Connie at 788-3913 (Mondays, Tuesdays or Wednesdays) or evenings at 747-2416.

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EVENTS IN TEES Tees Slowpitch is looking for teams! Fun league. For more information contact Barb 784-2168. Fee is $50 per team. Parlby Creek Brushkateers Art Club For information call Irene 7473556 (evenings). 1st Parlby Creek Scouts meet Wednesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00 pm at the Tees Hall. Contact info: Beavers: Murray Meldrum 784-2407 Cubs: Gord Peters 784-2978 Scouts: Rob Coxen 784-3427 Group Chair: Carla Kenney 784-3055 1st Parlby is the only Scout Group for Beavers, Cubs and Scouts in the Clive, Tees, Alix and Mirror area. Tees 50+ meet Tuesday afternoons at 1:30 pm at the Tees Hall. Tees Agricultural meetings 2nd Tuesday of each month at 8 pm at the Tees Hall. To Rent the Tees Hall call Gerry or Karen at 784-3660.

Haynes Happenings Haynes Playschool is taking registrations for children ages 3 and 4. Colleen Bushman provides a fresh and fun atmosphere where your child can learn through play. Playschool is held Tuesdays, 9:30 - 11:30 am, mid September 2006 to May 2007 at the Haynes Hall. For more information contact Christine Day 784-2136 or Cathy Sharp 885-5428.

Sargent District Events Sargent Community held their garage sale on June 3, and would like to thank all those who came out to support the community. July 1 Picnic and Silent Auction is coming up fast. Sargent Community is hosting this event and invites anyone who wishes to join us in celebrating Canada's birthday! Ladies are asked to bring salads, and/or desserts. One of our community members is donating the meat for the picnic and we thank them for their generosity. There will be games for everyone, as well. This event starts at 2:00 p.m. and runs till we all get tired! The Silent Auction donated items may be brought in then and they will be displayed as soon as possible, and then the bidding can start! All proceeds from this auction go to the upkeep of our community hall. Rain or Shine! For more information you are asked to contact George Payne at 784 -3654, or Cecelia at 784 - 2170, or Marie at 7843444. Other upcoming events will be posted as they are about to happen! So keep a lookout for them! Sargent district news or events, call Cecelia at 784 - 2170 Mirror School Kindergarten class performs at the Spring Tea

Most of the things which seem so significant aren’t. - Unknown

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Photo courtesy of Mirror School

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Clive is Alive

Friday, June 16, 2006

VILLAGE OF CLIVE

Clive Sports Day June 17. Please contact Susan Bright 784-3334 or Leslie Kasner 784-2019 or Heather Sawyer 885-4215 for more info.

Clive Village Office 784-3366 Clive Mayor: Marvin Wieler Website: www.clive.ca

Summer Fun Program Registration forms at Clive Store or the school. For ages 5 - 11. July 3 - Aug. 18, 2006. 9:30 - 2:30, Monday to Thursday. Call Bonnie 784-3277 for more information and costs.

Council meetings are the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Town Office.

~~~~~~~ Greyhound Agency is available at Clive Village Foods to meet your freight and travel needs.

Community Sign on Hwy 12 to have an event put up call 784-3414

Interagency/Service Provider Meeting 2nd Wednesday of each month from 12 - 1 pm. To add items to the agenda contact Mikki at 784-3171.

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

Youth Centre is open the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month in the basement of the Clive Legion. 8-13 yrs from 6:00 - 7:15 pm. 14-18 yrs from 7:30 - 9:00 pm. For more information call the Youth Coordinator, Dawna Rodney at 357-1770 or 783-2795, or Heather Northcott at 784-2164.

Clive Public Library Tracey 784-3131 (Located below Village Office) Tuesday 9 - noon, 5:30 - 8:30 pm Wednesday 2:00 - 5:00 pm Story Time - Wednesday afternoons from 2 - 2:30 pm at the Library. For children 3 - 5 years old. There is no charge.

Clive Seniors Circle Join them on Monday afternoons at 1:30 pm for friendship, floor curling, shuffle board, pool, cards or carpet bowling. All activities are at the Meeting Room. Contact Albert Wagner for more information at 782-2409.

Thrift Store Tuesdays 1:30 - 5:00 pm Neighbourhood Place Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9:00 4:00 pm. Call 784-3171. Co-ordinator: Mikki Newell

Lutheran Church services will be held at 9 am. Regular Sunday School and Youth Group at 9 am. For further information contact Bonnie Marcil at 784-3489.

Clive Community Spirit Van To book call Louise 784-3414

Clive Christian Fellowship for Sunday School times and information contact Pastor Rowland at 784-3141. Youth Group for grades 7 - 12 has started. For more information contact Bev at 782-7711.

Clive School 784-3354 Principal: Ian Rawlinson

Clive Baptist Church Kids’ worship (age 5 to gr. 6) at 10 am. Sunday School (Jr., Sr. high and adult) 10 am. Regular worship service at 11 am. Children’s Church (ages 2 - gr. 2) at 11 am. Youth - Friday nights at 7:00 pm. Contact John or Kristy at 782-2420. Clive School events June 19 - Gr. 6 - Language Arts Part B June 20 - Gr. 3 - Math Gr. 6 - Math Part B June 21 - Last day of Kindergarten June 22 - Gr. 6 - Science Gr. 9 - Language Arts Part B June 22 - Last Kindergarten Day June 23 - Gr. 9 - Social Studies June 26 - Gr. 9 - Math June 27 - Gr. 9 - Science June 28 - Junior High Awards June 28 - Grade 1 - 6 Report Cards Junior High Awards at 10 am Students’ Last Day June 29 - Junior High Report Cards June 30 - Staff Last Day Aug 28 - School will be open for student registration Sept 5 - First day of classes for the 2006-2007 school year Sept 8 - Welcome Back Breakfast

Seniors’ Personal Ads

Block Parents contact Jane Redekopp 784-3356 for more details. Secretary:

Sue Boston

Clive Ag Society meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month in the Referee Room at the Clive Arena. Cam D'Andrea 784-2660. Clive Senior Circle Contact Albert Wagner 782-2409 Meet Mon. at 1:30 pm Clive Lions Club meets 2nd and 4th Wed. of the month, 7:30 at Clive Community Hall. Clive Legion meet 1st Thurs. of the month at 8:00 pm. Brenda 7842250 Clive Multi 4-H Laura van Dijk 784-2205 Clive Hall Bev Krochak 784-3964 Clive Meeting Room Anita Gillard - 784-3987 Fire Department Monte Zaytsoff 784-3997 Clive Historical Society Louise Bell 784-3414

By Bonnie Wildeman

CLIVE FCSS

SUMMER FUN This is the 4th year the program will be offered in Clive. Registration forms can be picked up at Clive Store or Clive School Office. The program is for youth ages 5 - 11 years old (must have attended Kindergarten). Costs: $20.00/week - $35.00/week family rate. When: July 3 August 18 (6 weeks excluding July 24 - 28 when VBS is offered). Usual time: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday (unless there is a holiday Monday).

MEMORIES: I can usually remember Monday through Thursday. If you can remember Friday, Saturday and Sunday, let's put our two heads together.

HOME ALONE SAFELY This course is for students in grades 3 - 5. September 8 - 9, 2006. Cost: $20.00/family. Watch for posters and more information in the summer paper!

MINT CONDITION: Male, 1932, high mileage, good condition, some hair, many new parts including hip, knee, cornea, valves. Isn't in running condition, but walks well. - Author Unknown

FALL FAIR (Youth Group Registration Night for the Community) September 12, 2006

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RAY PRINS, MLA LACOMBE PONOKA Public Security When we think of public security, often the first thing that comes to mind is police officers. No one doubts the importance of the police force. At the same time, there is another extremely important level of security working in our province’s courthouses and now, on our highways. Alberta’s 350 Sheriffs provide courtroom security in 75 communities across the province. This past September these officers took over courtroom security from the RCMP in 80 additional rural communities. This move freed up 30 RCMP officers so they could return to frontline policing. Sheriffs are also responsible for the transportation of inmates between correctional centres and the courts. Last year, they made nearly 85,000 prisoner transfers around Alberta. Eight sheriffs are also currently involved in a highway traffic safety pilot project with the RCMP. They are providing increased enforcement on two key highways to supplement the work being done by the RCMP. Municipal special constables have been used in traffic enforcement on local roads around the province for the last three decades. This pilot project will determine whether a similar model can be used effectively on provincial highways. Alberta continues to look at new policing service delivery models to ease workload pressures on police officers. Sheriffs enhance the public security of all Albertans. Alberta Solicitor General and Public Security is now actively recruiting Sheriffs and anyone with an interest in law enforcement is invited to apply by calling ((780) 422-3500. To call toll-free, first dial 310-0000. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this or any issue, please contact my constituency office at 782-7725 or Toll Free at 1-800565-6432 or by mail at 4960B Hwy 2A Lacombe, AB T4L 1J9 or e-mail [email protected].

Some Thanks.... I want to take this opportunity to thank each and every student for their work this past year. Your efforts have not gone unnoticed and your successes are well documented. You made a difference this year and you should be very proud of yourself and Clive School. I want to thank the teaching staff for deciding on what is important and then doing everything in your power to make it a priority and seeing it through until the end. In short, you made a difference. I want to thank the support staff...I continue to be amazed at what you do for our kids. Your efforts are second to none and you impact lives everyday. I want to thank the board and Central Office, for providing the direction and resources for us to do our jobs so well. I want to thank the parents. We can not do it alone...neither can you. For your work and effort in making our school one of the greatest in the province. We have a great school in an absolutely fantastic community. We are all very lucky and I look forward to working with you in the future. I want to thank Parent Council....for helping me understand the side that I need to see, and working so hard to ensure success for our students and staff. I suppose what I am saying is Thank You ...have a safe and wonderful summer, and I will see you all back here in the fall. Ian Rawlinson

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Bashaw Happenings Bashaw Bus Society Shuttle every Tuesday and Thursday morning, 9:00 - noon. Trips to Camrose are offered on the 2nd Monday and the 4th Friday of the month. Call Marianne at 372-3631 for more information. Bashaw Youth Centre open Monday - Friday 1:00 - 9:00 pm. Phone 372-4048. Happy Gang Seniors Centre Crib Thursdays 1:30 pm Shuffle Board & Bingo alternate every Wednesday at 1:30 pm 500 Mondays 1:00 pm Meetings - 1st Tuesday of each month @ 1:30 Contact Dorothy Willard at 372-2115. Meals on Wheels To book your meals call Marj or Christine at 372-4074. Bethany Lifeline BDSS offers this service to residents of Bashaw and surrounding areas. Women’s Institute meetings 1st Wednesday of the month at 1:30 pm. Contact: Flo Rider 403-883-2729. Fire Department Meeting 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month Royal Purple Meeting 2nd Tuesday at 8 pm Bashaw Elks meet 1st Wednesday of the month at 8 pm at the Bashaw Community Centre. For more info contact Leon Braseth 780-372-4437. TOPS every Tuesday mornings at 10:45 am at the United Church. Contact: Robin Baker at 788-2689. Bashaw Preschool Reading Program 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month at 11:15 am at the Library. Natural Health Practitioners - Ann Wakelin, Brenda Ball & Robin Bennett. Janet Thomas, therapeutic and relaxation massage therapist. To book an appointment call CLR Healing Center 780-372-HEAL (4325). For pedicures, waxing & reflexology at CLR call Rita Reich at 372-2129. Catholic Church Mass Time Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Bashaw Saturday evenings 7:30 pm Tuesday evenings 7:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration - First Fri. of mon. 1 pm Office Hours: Wednesdays 780-372-3645 Bashaw Pentecostal Church (5020 48 Ave) Services: 11:00 am 1st Sunday of month: Potluck Supper at 5 pm, followed by service at 6:30 pm. Prayer & Share: every Wednesday at 7:30 pm. St. Peter’s Anglican Church Services 9:00 am 1st, 2nd, 3rd Sunday. 9 am 4th Sunday in Alix. Phone: 403-783-4329.

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Ellice Free Methodist Church 14 km west of Bashaw on #605 Services 11:00 am Sundays. Phone: 780-372-2402. Zion Lutheran Church 9:30 am Sunday Service, 10:30 am Sunday School. St. Peter’s Lutheran (4 miles N of Bashaw on Hwy 21, 6 miles W on Hwy 53)

11:00 am Sunday service with Sunday School. Phone: 780-3723845. United Church 11:00 am Sunday Service with Sunday School. Phone: 780372-3891 Legion Bingo Wednesdays at 7:30 pm. Bashaw & District Chamber of Commerce 4th Tuesday at the old Provincial Building Majestic Theatre meeting 4th Thursday of the month at 7 pm. Town Council Meetings 1st & 3rd Tuesdays The Town of Bashaw has a website that can advertise your upcoming events. The Bashaw & District Food Bank located at Neighbourhood Place. Anyone who is in need of assistance is welcome to access this service.

Acoustic Music Jam Friday nights 7 - 9 pm at Neighbourhood Place. Rattles & Rascals a parent and tots program Bashaw Farmers’ Markets 3:30 6:30 pmand at families the Ag that is Tuesdays intended to give- children Grounds. the opportunity to interact with each other. The program runs every Wednesday morning Child Intervention Training Eastam Central & Family Authorfrom 10 to 11:30 am atServices the Community ity. June 21, 2006 from Centre 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Bashaw Neighbour(Preschool Room). Drop in fee of $2 hood Place. The program(children will cover indicators abuse For and more how toinforrecunder 1 yearoffree). ognize. How we react and respond as well as understanding the Enmation contact 372-4074. hancement Act. Training is open to anyone to attend, please call Jacqueline or Tammy to register at (780) 372-4074. Bashaw & District Preschool Classes run every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 - 11 am. Summer Reading Program Starting July 6, 2006, your everychild, Thursday at For more info/to register please 1:00 p.m. at the Bashaw call Municipal to all ages, for fun Marj orLibrary. ChristineOpen at 372-4074. games, crafts and other reading fun!!! Participants can meet either at the Library or the Youth Centre and walk to the Library with the group. Children and Parent Skill (CAPS) Enhancement Boxes are available for loan 2006 Bunnock in Bashaw Tournament 8 & 9, 2006 FREE of charge.July Please call 372-4074. Four person co-ed team. ENTRY DEADLINE JUNE 30TH, 2006. $100.00 entry fee. Maximum of 64 teams (first 64 paid teams accepted) Bashaw Well Child Clinics 3rd Tuesday of SEND ENTRY TO: Jan Wells, Box 186,For Bashaw, Alberta please T0B 0H0 each month. appointments, call Phone - 780-372-2291 orCamrose email [email protected] for further inPublic Health at 679-2980. formation. Bashaw RCMP Victim Services Contact Constable Lisa Ruddell 780-372-3793. Bashaw Thrift Store Tuesday & Fridays. We are looking for VOLUNTEERS! Please contact Joan at 372-3650. Bashaw Skating Club contact Karen 3722447 for more information. Bashaw Daycare - Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 6 pm. Contact 372-2053. Bashaw Medical Clinic Monday - Friday, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm. Physician: Dr. Koen Call 372-3740 for further information. The Bashaw Parade p r o vi d e d Bashaw Bottle Depot Wed. & Sat. - 5 pm. some folks 9with the opportunity to get a Bashaw School has a l complete ittle e workout/ xercise weight room available (above). for public use. was For There more info, contact the school at 372-3800. even a ‘kid’ or two participating (left). Wildrose Fitness CentreNot (Co-Ed Gym) Next to be outdone to True Value. Open Mon. Thurs. 7 am -8 the Majestic Theapm. Fri. 7 am - 4:30 pm.treSat. - 8 pm. had10a am ‘wedding” Closed Sundays & Holidays. Phone 372-2030. occur on their float (below).

Bashaw Art Club For more information 780-372-4341. Neighbourhood Newcomers please call Neighbourhood Place at 372-3633.

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TOWN OF BASHAW COUNCIL MINUTES

We find greatest joy, not in getting, but in expressing what we are… Men do not really live for honors or for pay; their gladness is not the taking and holding, but in doing, the striving, the building, the living. It is a higher joy to teach than to be taught. It is good to get justice, but better to do it; fun to have things but more to make them. The happy man is he who lives the life of love, not for the honors it may bring, but for the life itself. - R. J. Baughan

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Friday, June 16, 2006

JUNE 2006 SUN.

MON.

TUES.

If your group has an event coming up that you want on the calendar

Medical Clinic Monday & Wednesdays 9:30 - noon

ALIX BOTTLE DEPOT

Please phone 403-352-3837

Appointments: 747-2130

4 Pancake Breakfast Alix Drop In

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Wendy Menage

FRI.

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Sara Williams

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Council Meeting

Blue Box pickup

PAPER DAY!

Register 9 am @ church

10

Paper Deadline

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Teresa Barritt Elaine Moulton

Blue Box pickup

20

Drop-In Birthday 2:30

21

Council Meeting

Chamber of Commerce @ noon United Church

Beth Williams

Time for Tots 10 am @ Alix E-Free

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Brandon Marshall Brenda Dewald Alix Community Garage Sale

COPS meets @ 7:30 pm @ Fire Hall

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Nick Dewald

Marg Dewald

Caleigh Stauffer

PAPER DAY!

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John Gowler Janice Guest June Schwartz

Dorothy Nordman Lions Club meeting

Blue Box pickup

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Roberta Sissons

United Church Annual Walk-a-thon

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WI meets at 1:30 pm

SAT.

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Lions Club (dinner mtg)

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Happy Father’s Day!

THURS.

747-2794

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Travis Verveda Alix/Delburne Pastoral Charge Joint Service at 11 am @ Alix United Church

WED.

Mon., Tues., Wed. 11:00 to 5:00 p.m., Sat. 11 - 4:30 p.m.

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Rob & Treena Roden

ALIX

Paper Deadline

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Tyler Gartner Connie Barritt

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Janet Dewald

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Scott Roden

Blue Box pickup Alix Ag. Society MEMORIAM

Senior Personal Ads

BARRITT - Roy Jan. 12, 1919 - June 29, 2004

FOXY LADY: Sexy, fashion-conscious bluehaired beauty, 80's, slim, 5'4" (used to be 5'6"), searching for sharp-looking, sharpdressing companion. Matching white shoes and belt a plus.

Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you’re always there. The gates of memory never close. We miss you more than anyone knows. Life goes on, we know that’s true, But not the same since we lost you. You shared our hopes, our loves, our fears. Thank you for those wonderful years. Deep in our hearts a memory is kept, Of one we loved and will never forget.

LONG-TERM COMMITMENT: Recent widow who has just buried fourth husband, and am looking for someone to round out a six-unit plot. Dizziness, fainting, shortness of breath not a problem. SERENITY NOW: I am into solitude, long walks, sunrises, the ocean, yoga and meditation. If you are the silent type, let's get together, take our hearing aids out and enjoy quiet times.

Sadly missed by: Net, Linda, Ron, Jacelyn & Shelley and families. CARDS OF THANKS

To my many sponsors for Walk-a-thon, my very sincere thank you. Pearlie FOR SALE

BUFFALO MEAT: roasts, steaks, sausages, smokies, burgers. Freezer packs $60-$100. Gov't inspected. MFL Ranch Bison 747-2500. FOR SALE: Gorgeous 4 ft healthy variegated umbrella plant. $25. Call 747-2222.

MISCELANEOUS

Curb-side Blue Box Recycling Service is available in Alix. Albertan’s Recycle 2001 at 747-2057 or 350-7394 for details. ON SHARES: Cut and bale 30 acres. 3rd year hay crop. Call 788-3746.

WINNING SMILE: Active grandmother with original teeth seeking a dedicated flosser to share rare steaks, corn on the cob and caramel candy. - Author Unknown LOST & FOUND

LOST one Beaver, sentimental value. Reward offered. Called Glenna 747-2107.

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Chautauqua Friday, June 16, 2006

Sharing traditional values with today’s communities

Delburne Drop In Centre Crib Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Carpet Bowling Tuesday Evenings Music & Dance 2nd, 4th, 5th Fri. 1-4 p.m. All Welcome. Contact Bill & Betty Wittemore at 749-2035 The Royal Canadian Legion Open Fri. & Sat. at 5:00 p.m. All Welcome. Contact John McLeod at 749-2277 or John Pisko at 749-0002. Ladies Auxiliary to the Legion New members wanted!! Meet 2nd Saturday of the month at 1:30 pm. Call Jeanette Gabrielson 749-3787 or Flora Carter 749-2080. Anthony Henday Historical Society Meets the 2nd Thurs of every month at 7:30 pm at the Museum; the public is welcome. Contact Audrey Nicholson 749-2436 ELKS Meeting: Meets 2nd Monday of the month at 8:00 p.m. sharp. Contact Thorville Dyck @ 749-3011. ELKS Senior Bus to Red Deer every 2nd and 4th Thursday. Call Bob Manning 749-3792

Dip & Dab Painting Club Do you enjoy acrylic painting? Members welcome to join our club at no charge. Meet once a week. Call Marlene Buckland 749-2568 if interested.

Delburne Light Horse Association Cattle Penning has begun for another summer of fun and activity at Richard and Janet Schlags south of Delburne. The weather was perfect for kicking off the season. Penning is every Friday night unless notified otherwise. Entries have to be in by 6:30 p.m. and Penning starts at 7 p.m. Following Penning, there is a camp fire, refreshments, goodies supplied by Janet and those Penning, and great visiting. This is always a fun time, and Richard and Janet have opened up their place for this event for many years.

Delburne Ag Society Meets 2nd Tuesday of the month. Contact Curtis Rusaw 749-2153 or Corinne Hansen 749-2139. FCSS Contact Laura Biggs 749-3380.

Delburne 4-H Beef Club For more information please phone Deb Wells at 749-2651.

Delburne Light Horse Association Contact Darlene Schlag 749-2506 or 391-2731 Newcomers to Delburne Please stop by Neighbourhood Place for your Welcome package.

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

Alberta Association of Landowners for the Protection of Agricultural Land (AALPAL) Local contact is Eileen Murray 403-749-2279

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

Delburne Pharmacist Services - Alix Drugs provides a full prescription service for customers and Shannon Glover is able to deliver to Delburne and area residents. Call 391-6775.

Village Council Meetings 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at the Village Office at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are open to the public. Contact Debbie Bobocel 749-3606.

Lab Services every Wednesday morning from 9-12 at the Elnora Health Center. For more information or an appointment call 773-3636.

Delburne Library Tuesday 1:00 - 4:30; 6:30 – 8:30 pm Wed & Thurs 1:00 – 4:30 pm Saturday 10:00 - 1:00 pm

Photo courtesy of Pat Buckland

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

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

Delburne Chamber of Commerce Contact Darryl Rinehart 749-2015.

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Delburne Neighborhood Place (403) 7493380. Coordinator: Roanne Bryant. Hours: Monday to Thursday 9:30 am - 3:30 pm, Closed Friday & Saturday. PAC - Parent Advisory Council Meetings on first Wednesday of the month. Contact Tracey Jackson 749-3059 for more info.

Delburne Moms & Tots For parents and their children. Meets at the Old Moo's Location every other Wednesdays from 10 am till 11:30. Contact Linda Attfield at 749-2975. Healthy Families - Home Visitor Judy Scott 309-8222. Her role is to offer support to parents with new babies. 4H Coal Trail Riders (Delburne) Contact: Janice at 749-3153. Citizens' Watch to volunteer call Dorothy Dorsey at 749-3817.

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

Economic Development Group Contact Debbie Bobocel 749-3606.

Delburne Playschool Tues and Thurs from 9 11:30 am at St. Michael's Catholic Church (basement). Phone Tracy Jackson 749-3059 or Mary Chaffin 749-2949.

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

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

Cumberland Hall to book the hall for your next gathering, please contact Ada & Gerry Linneberg at 749-2525.

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Delburne Centralized School Phone: (403)749-3838

Friday, June 16, 2006

UPCOMING EVENTS Great Bend Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast Sunday, June 18th from 8:00-11:00am at the Great Bend Community Centre, 10 miles north of Delburne on Hwy 21 and 1 mile east on Twp Road 382 – watch for signs!

June 19 – Gr. 6 LA “B” PAT* June 20 – Gr. 6 Math “B” PAT* Gr. 3 Math “B” PAT* June 22 – Gr. 6 Science PAT* Gr. 9 LA “B” PAT* June 23 – Gr. 9 SS PAT* Gr. 1 Field Trip to Calgary Zoo June 26 – Primary Swim PM Gr. 9 Math PAT* June 27 – Gr. 9 Science PAT* Gr. 3 Field Trip to Markerville June 28 – Gr. 5 Field Trip to Heritage Park

Delburne Elks Swimming Lessons There will be two sessions of summer swimming lessons at the Three Hills Aquatic Centre: July 17-22 and August 14-19 For more information or to register contact Sherry at 749-3633 or 7492489. Sponsored by the Delburne Elks.

*Provincial Achievement Tests

The new principal for the 2006/2007 school year has been announced. Mr. Dieter Brandt, currently vice principal at River Glen School, will be our principal. He has a solid background in K to 12 education and is excited to be joining our team at Delburne School. He has heard many good things about our school and community and is looking forward to meeting people as the year unfolds. A complete Grad Night `06 DVD is now available. This DVD includes the Grad “Looking Back” slideshow as well as the entire evening of festivities. The complete evening is now on sale for an amazing low price of only $10.00. This is a limited time offer, one which expires June 16th. To order your copy, please see Mr. Banks. Year memberships to the Harvest Gym are $40.00 which expires August 31, 2006. Please see Robin in the school library office for new or renewing gym memberships. Delburne School student memberships are $10.00, non Delburne School students $40.00. Students must be 14 years or older and must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older after 5:00 pm.

THE CURTAIN RODS Author Unknown She spent the first day packing her belongings into boxes, crates and suitcases. On the second day, she had the removers come and collect her things. On the third day, she sat down for the last time at their beautiful dining room table by candlelight, put on some soft background music, and feasted on a kilo of prawns, a jar of caviar, and a bottle of Verdelho. When she had finished, she went into each and every room and deposited a few half-eaten prawn shells, dipped in caviar, into the hollow of the curtain rods. She then cleaned up the kitchen and left. When the husband returned with his new girlfriend, all was bliss for the first few days. Then slowly, the house began to smell. They tried everything; cleaning and mopping and airing the place out. Vents were checked for dead rats, and carpets were steam-cleaned. Air fresheners were hung everywhere. Exterminators were brought in to set off gas canisters, during which they had to move out for a few days, and in the end they even paid to replace the expensive wool carpeting. Nothing worked. People stopped coming over to visit... Repairmen refused to work in the house...The maid quit... Finally, they could not take the stench any longer and decided to move. A month later, even though they had cut their price in half, they could not find a buyer for their stinky house. Word got out, and eventually, even the local realtors refused to return their calls. Finally, they had to borrow a huge sum of money from the bank to purchase a new place. The ex-wife called the man, and asked how things were going. He told her the saga of the rotting house. She listened politely, and

Summer Riding Passes for Arena $45 – Summer riding pass for Thursdays from 6:00-9:00pm. Thursdays “drop-in” fee is $10. $125 – Single Special Use Pass $250 – Family Special Use Pass. Each pass holder must also purchase a $5 Ag Pass. For more information call Marlene at 749-2955. Music for Young Children Piano Lessons Register now for piano lessons beginning in September. Classes for children aged 3-9 years old. They are fun group piano lessons where children learn to play the piano and enjoy music through singing, rhythm instruments and specially designed materials. Private Royal Conservatory graded piano lessons also available. Call Lori Scott for more information at 773-3733. Vacancies Please The rental property demand is in full force in our community. If you have a rental property available please let Neighborhood Place know 749-3380 so we can pass on that information to potential renters. Thank you.

School Council/PAC Update From the Delburne Dialogue A warm, heartfelt thank you to Lance Penny and George MacLeod who attended our May 2, 2006 School Council/Pac meeting. Lance Penny, Addictions Counselor from AADAC gave an informative and inspiring presentation about “A Grad to Remember.” Parents of students graduating in the spring of 2007 can look forward to more information in the fall. George MacLeod, Substance Abuse Counselor for Chinook’s Edge also attended and provided terrific ideas and input about other schools in the area that have successfully celebrated High School graduation with “A Grad to Remember.” Congratulations to Lynn Williams, winner of the School Council/Pac draw at the Delburne Chamber of Commerce Mini-Trade Fair. Piet Langstratt, Assistant Superintendent of Chinooks Edge School Division met with School Council/Pac members to obtain input about what qualities, training and experience parents would like to see in our next school administrator. We appreciate Mr. Langstratt’s openness in this discussion and are very encouraged by being included in the hiring process. said that she missed her old home terribly, and she would be willing to reduce her divorce settlement in exchange for getting the house back... Knowing his ex-wife had no idea how bad the smell was, he agreed on a price that was about 1/10th of what the house had been worth...But only if she were to sign the papers that very day. She agreed, and within the hour, his lawyers delivered the paperwork. A week later, the man and his new girlfriend stood smirking as they watched the moving company pack everything to take to their new home......including the curtain rods. I LOVE A HAPPY ENDING, DON'T YOU????

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Friday, June 16, 2006

Elnora Jottings

The Chautauqua B3

Elnora Happenings

Write-up/Photos Courtesy of Pat Buckland The Neighbourhood Place/FCSS Board Members had their Annual Meeting on May 29th. Two new people have taken positions Rebecca Dahl is Secretary and Becky Cunningham & Jocelyn Pennock share the Treasurer’s job. Tim Forsberg is still the Chairman. New Board Members are always welcomed new faces and new ideas. We look forward to another exciting year! Congratulations to Darren Rich of Elnora, the Graduating Class Valedictorian at Delburne High School this year. Congratulations to all students from Elnora who are graduating in Delburne and Trochu this year! Also congratulations to the Elnora Grade Nine students on graduating to High School. Their Grade Nine Leaving Ceremony will be held on June 29th. Good Luck in High School! The Prairie C.O.W. Bus visit was a great success with 26 parents and 42 + children participating. They had a great chicken n’ potato salad picnic with the beautiful weather cooperating, and everyone went away with a ‘prize.’ Po’Boys Café supplied a wonderful supper at the end of the day. Everyone had a great time! The annual Junior High Track Meet was held on May 29th in Stettler this year. The students did their very best in spite of the cold, windy and wet weather. Elnora was the smallest school there and they came in 3rd from the last, so that is very good considering our size. The Grade 7 boys placed 2nd in discus, 3rd in long jump and hurdles, and 4th in 800 meter race, javelin and discuss. Grade 7 girls placed 1st in hurdles, 50 meters, 100 meters, 200 meter races, and in 4 x 100 meter relay; 2nd in 100 meter race; 3rd in hurdles and 4th in long jump. The Grade 8 girls placed 1st in the 200 meters and 400 meter races; 2nd in the 800 meter race; 4th in discuss, hurdles, 200 meters, 400 meter races and 4 x 100 meter relay. The Grade 9 girls placed 1st in javelin; 2nd in 200 meter race; and 4th in the 200 meters and 100 meter races. One Grade 9 boy placed 4th in the 100

June 20 - Senior’s Mystery Tour - call Helena Smith at 773-3922 or Laura Biggs at 749-3380 for more info. Sounds like fun! June 24 - Elnora United Church Trail Ride - call 773-2248 for more info. June 26 - Shop ‘til You Drop Day - Leave Po’Boy’s Café at 9:30 a.m. June 29 - Last Day of School. Keep your eyes open for kids for the rest of the summer! July 1 - Canada Day Celebrations start at 6 p.m. at the Elnora Drop-In Centre. Lots of activities are planned - bingo, entertainment, steak supper, kid’s games, Birthday cake and of course - fireworks!! Aug. 12 - Brahma Rama Karen Scott at 773-3556 will be taking bookings for the Elnora Community Hall and the Elnora Ag Centre. Rural Boys and Girls Clubs meet Thursday afternoon and evening. Call April Irwin at meter race. Congratulations on doing your best and on your results. One spectator said “Boy, could those kids run!!” Looks like Baseball is on again this year with the Men’s Ball team playing. June 12th Elnora played at Huxley; June 14 was Elnora at Oldmen; June 19th Oldmen at Elnora; June 21st, Lousana at Elnora; June 26th Big Valley at Elnora and June 28th Elnora at Great Bend. Come on out and support our Elnora Men’s Team. It’s fun and they love the support and attention! Buffalo Rock Golf Course is very busy with Ladies Nite on Wednesdays, Men’s Nite on Thursdays and Seniors on Fridays. Sam and Gwen Kidd have worked very hard to provide a top golf course near Elnora.

773-3171 for more info. Elnora Library: (phone: 773-3966) Monday from 1 - 5 p.m. Tuesday from 7 - 10 p.m. Thursdays from 9 - noon Elnora Community Bus to Red Deer every 4th Monday. Contact Betty for more info 773-2374. Sensible Eaters meet Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. at the Community Health Care Centre. Call 773-3105 for info. Open AA/Al-anon meetings 1st Monday of each month, at Elnora Anglican Church @ 8:30 pm. Elnora Drop-In Monday Cribbage 7:30 pm Wednesday Carpet Bowling 7:30 pm Thursday - Boys & Girls Clubs 1st Friday Potluck noon 1st & 3rd Friday Jam sessions Lab Hours Wednesdays 9 - noon at the Elnora Community Health Centre. Baby Immunization Clinic call 773-3636 vider (ISP) into the area. Finally there are 2 providers offering service - Platinum Communications and Wispernet. A very interesting ‘Town Hall Meeting’ was held on Thursday, June 1st at the Elnora Drop-in Centre with Trevor Perraton from Platinum Communications (www.platinum.ca). The meeting covered detailed information about Platinum and its Rural High Speed Wireless Internet Service. The EEDB’s Internet Committee has been working very hard to find an Internet Service Provider willing to expand their services to the Elnora area. Rob Barratt gave a brief account of what has been done in the past to bring us to this point and the meeting. Platinum is based in Calgary and Red Deer. Wispernet, (www.wispernet.ca) owned and operated by Michael Matthews, son of Dave & Pat Matthews of Elnora is based in Peace River and is about to provide service shortly. Trevor’s very informative presentation showed how it is possible for us to have High Speed Wireless Internet in Elnora and the surrounding rural areas. Platinum’s mission is to service smaller towns and rural locations that are outside the reach of traditional ISPs coverage area. Primarily, traditional ISPs are fo-

The Community of Elnora is finally getting Wireless High Speed Internet Service! For the last 6 months the Elnora Economic Development Board (EEDB) has been trying to attract an Lousana and District Swimming Lessons In Three Hills Internet Service ProWe are offering swimming lessons again this year from July 21-29th. Lousana and area residents have the first opportunity to register. Because of the great turnout last year, we unfortunately need to limit the number of swimmers for this season. Deadline for registering is July 1st. Outside residents can register after the deadline (if there is still room). For more information or to register, please contact Corey at Pine Lake Hub 749-2188 or Lori at 773-3733 or pick up registration forms from the Carpet Bowling - 1st Tuesday of every month afternoon & evening, Lousana Post Office. Mondays for the rest of the month.

LOUSANA EVENTS

PINE LAKE HAPPENINGS

Lousana Drop In Centre Carpet Bowling Sundays at 7 pm Floor Curling Fridays at 7 pm Contact Goldie Lee at 749-2369

Pine Lake Parents & Tots meets every other Wednesday from 1011:30 at the Pine Lake Hub. A time for parents and their children to get together share stories, do activities and learn new strategies. Contact Roanne at 886-2414 for more info. Delburne, Lousana, Pine Lake, Elnora

B4 The Chautauqua cused in the larger and densely populated centres. Platinum has been operating in Central Alberta since 1990 and have staff and installation agents in Red Deer. If possible, they like to have a Sales, Referral and Installation Agents in the town or area they are serving. The company will train them. To summarize the Company’s qualities, Trevor said this Company is well insured, well staffed, well trained and well funded with an Internet Service he is very proud of. They have 36 staff members including Network Engineers & Operators, Network Expansion teams, Installation Crews, Technical Support & Customer Service and Office Staff as well as a compliment of seasoned Board of Directors. They use brand name equipment - Motorola and Cisco technologies which are “rock solid, incredibly fast and extremely reliable.” There was also information about additional services the company provides such as VoIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol). Possible tower locations were discussed for the areas outside of the Village and many questions were asked. This was a very informative presentation, that was well received by approximately 50 people in attendance, but people still have to decided for themselves which one they wish to get their service from - Platinum Communications or Wispernet. On June 3rd at 8:30 a.m. April Irwin, Helena Smith, Denise Roberts, Karen Pennock, Marilyn Roberts, Steve Potter, Tim Forsberg, Freda Cheek, Suzanne Massey, Becky Cunningham and Pat Buckland met in the Board Room at the new Village Office/FCSS/NP in Elnora for a Board Development Workshop. Pat Marshall and Ken Keeler presented this workshop which was very informative, instructive, and quite an eye opener. Pat Marshall, from Red Deer, is with the Normandeau Society, the Red Deer Museum and Kerry Wood Nature Centre and sits on the Premier Council for status of disabilities. She has had extensive Board experiences and so much to teach us. Ken Keeler, from Calgary, is a retired Real Estate Lawyer, and has also had a lot of Board experiences. At present, he is Vice-Chair of the Board of Mission Aviation Fellowship, an organization that flies relief, aid and church workers to the most remote parts of the world. He spent a month in Angola last year. Both Ken and Pat are volunteer instructors with the Alberta Government Board Development Program. We learned that Board Governance is how the Board exercises its authority, control and direction over the organization on behalf of the membership. This involves the following: Policy Development - A definite course of action selected to guide and determine present and future decisions. All Boards should have a Book of their Policies in a separate binder to be reviewed on a regular basis. If you have no Policies you have confusion, ‘fly by the seat of your pants’ situations, inconsistencies, hand over difficulties, no accountability and conflict of interests arise. Committees are the work units of the Board. They implement the mandate received from the Board. The Roles and

Friday, June 16, 2006 Responsibilities area covered quite a bit. Each position - President, Secretary and Treasurer should each have a hand book of their respective job descriptions. There should also be an information sheet on what Board Members’s jobs are. Ethical and Legal responsibilities of Board Members showed how important it is to stand behind the Board and its decisions. The Membership approves the Boards objectives and bylaws. It also elects the Board which in turn approves the policies made. Managing the Work of the Organization covered Board/staff relationships such as hiring contractors. If an Executive Officer is paid then in this case the Board authorizes that person to implement Board Policy through programs and services, e.g. Neighbourhood Place and FCSS. We were fortunate to have our lunch delivered by Tom and Amy Porr from Po’Boys Café. It was so good! Just before lunch Edith McPhedran, from Bashaw, and Outreach Director for Youth of Alberta Community Foundation gave her presentation and showed how youth programs can be integrated into community boards’ activities. Edith has been involved in social work, Community Development, and as a community volunteer and has always chosen to live in a rural community. The youth of Alberta address youth issues in communities by engaging youth in community activities. Their “aim is at cultivating a solid foundation of community support for youth initiatives.” The Youth of Alberta Community Foundation embarked on their vision in 2004 with goals to build a common network of resources, secure sustainable funding opportunities, create a collective voice for decision making and policy initiatives. The Foundation does believe ‘it takes a whole village to raise a child.’ There are so many kids out there, given the right opportunities and incentives can turn out to be wonderful people. One Police Officer said “I’ve never seen kids engage in crime if they have a dream,” and this is what these youth programs are all about. We really appreciated Edith’s presentation. Our Youth program in Elnora is so good for the kids here, thanks to April Irwin and her volunteers. If any other Communities are interested in the Outreach Project of the Youth of Alberta Community Foundation, please phone Edith at (780) 372-2367. We ended our workshop with a section on Building a Better Board which involves Evaluating, Recruiting, Orienting and Training (that’s where a job description of each area on the Board comes in). Evaluating your work can be as simple as concluding each meeting by addressing the question - “What did we do today that got us closer to where we want to be?” I think we can apply that statement to ourselves every day, as well. This was a day well spent and we learned so much that we can now implement in our respective Boards and organizations.

riders with Show events - Western Horsemanship, Western Pleasure, Showmanship, Trail, Reining, Command and Gymkhana type events. Fourteen Club members from the 4-H Coal Trail Riders participated and all the members came home with ribbons. Their Drill Team also placed 1st as the People’s Choice and 3rd with the Judges. There was an Adult Command Class in which Jane Harrison and Janette Weisenburger participated. There were two rings - one inside and one outside, and both Jane and Janette got a First because they each rode in a different ring. Congratulations to you all for doing so well! There were approximately 25 people who came to enjoy the St. David’s ACW Tea at the Elnora Drop-In Centre on June 9th. Draw winners were Ruth Cheek, Margaret Hughes and Pat Buckland. The big move has taken place. The Elnora

FCSS Worker, Helena Smith just moved into the new office in Elnora

Twenty-one 4-H Clubs participated at the Regionals in Red Deer June 2nd - 4th. This three day event really tested the horses and

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SALEM ACRES BIBLE CAMP Time to Register Teen Camp Ages 15 - 18 June 30 - July 5 Kids Camp Ages 7 - 10 (male & female) Camp I July 16 - 21 Camp II August 13 - 18 Boys Adventure Camp Ages 11 - 14 July 23 - 28 Senior Girls Experience Camp Ages 13 & 14 July 30 - Aug. 4 College and Careers Ages 18+ Sept. 1 - 4 For more information contact: 250-348-2059 403-773-3778 www.salemacres.ca Registration forms available online

Friday, June 16, 2006

The Chautauqua B5

A Different Perspective By James Strachan Fun and Play I live in suburbia. It could be in any city or town - Edmonton, Wetaskiwin or Red Deer. But it’s in little Ponoka. And in our little suburb, I see all kinds of things that are cause for reflection; for example, there is a young father down my street who has a remote controlled car. You know, the kind too big for the house, too small for the track. I’m sure he bought it for his son (about 3) but it’s really his. From time to time all through the summer, I see him out with his car on the pavement, racing it around happily. I honk at him; he honks at me. Once in a while, by mutual nod, he races me to the corner. He usually wins. I think this Dad is one of the healthiest men I know. Village Administrator, Michelle Smith, in her new office in Elnora Village Office, Neighbourhood Place and FCSS are now in their ‘new’ building (the old Credit Union Building). There is still some work to be done, but they’re happy and are more accessible to the community, especially once they have the ramp built outside. The new FCSS phone number is 773-3920. The other phone numbers remain the same.” On May 30th 65 people met at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Three Hills for a ‘Wild Game Party’. Now wild in this case means wild meat, not actions. It had started years ago when we would enjoy wild duck, goose, moose, elk, etc. I have proof that it was authentic meat, because I bit down on a piece of shot (from a shot gun) while eating duck, one time. Now we have this annual event and eat beef and buffalo. That’s wild enough for most of us anyways. After a delicious supper, everyone went outside to play games - badminton, baseball, and other games both adults and kids could enjoy. Some just visited, and it was a great time to get to know each other better. It was a fun-filled evening and everyone enjoyed it.” FOOD FOR THOUGHT: “When pessimists think they’re taking a chance, optimists feel they’re grasping a great opportunity” (Author Unknown)

Children and the Bible Nine-year-old Joey, was asked by his mother what he had learned in Sunday school. "Well, Mom, our teacher told us how God sent Moses behind enemy lines on a rescue mission to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. When he got to the Red Sea, he had his army build a pontoon bridge and all the people walked across safely. Then, he radioed Headquarters for reinforcements. They sent bombers to blow up the bridge and all the Israelites were saved." "Now, Joey, is that really what your teacher taught you?" his mother asked. "Well, no, Mom. But, if I told it the way the teacher did, you'd never believe it!" - source unknown

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

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

You’re wondering why, I’m sure. Simple: he plays. There is no point to his play, no achievement to be made. He just has fun. Sometimes his son is there; sometimes he is alone. Having fun. So many men I know – and women too, for that matter – are far too busy to have fun. They have a high-pressure job, one that calls for long hours, and close concentration; there is big money tied to the achievement required by “the Company.” Fun for folks like this comes with sports, something that will channel the frustration and tension stored in their bodies. So we have old-timers hockey, sometimes with hitting; we have summer baseball, complete with strained muscles and too much beer. In some ways the games are just a mirror of work. They are all about competition, achievement, winning. More frustration and tension. My concern is for the men. But the same fate can overtake and overwhelm a woman. I recall selling a house in Ottawa to move west. Our realtor was a dynamic young woman with a two year old to find sitters for (she was a single parent). She arrived at our door one night with an offer on our home – at 12:15 AM! She knew pressure and tension. The women in our lives, left to their own devices, find ways together of dissipating the tension and frustration. They play in their own way – “girls night out,” what used to be called “hen parties.” Nothing is accomplished at these, but everybody has fun. But we males need help. An emergency doctor friend of mine once said, “if we can help them survive their first heart attack, they are often frightened enough to change their lifestyle.” That’s us, guys. There are many parts to a changed lifestyle. Food and drink are two of the parts, losing the blubber and beer belly is another part. Finding ways to “play” is another part. Play means pointless activity that is fun, does not involve competition, and relaxes you. Walking the dog qualifies. The dog will love it, and you need it. Lots of time to think and dream about the long life you plan to have on a long walk; if you do it with your spouse, as another of my neighbors does, it can be very relaxing and …cozy! And, you might buy a remote controlled truck. Play with it alone. Show your kids how to play with it. Laugh when they get better at it than you! And make sure you have your own truck, or a symbolic sandbox to play in. Become six years old. Or better, five. Everybody knows that we men all have it in us to get “down and dirty” with our toys or mud. Just so long as we aren’t fretting about anything, because we’re having too much fun.

"Being busy does not always mean real work. The object of all work is production or accomplishment and to either of these ends there must be forethought, system, planning, intelligence, and honest purpose, as well as perspiration. Seeming to do is not doing."

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- Thomas Edison

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Health Facts HEALTH SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE The DTHR is now accepting applications for three different healthcareer scholarships. All three awards will benefit students pursuing careers in health care: • • •

$1,000 Queen Elizabeth II Scholarship $1,000 DTHR Health Career Scholarships (2) $1,000 Leo J. Falardeau Endowment Scholarship

The deadline for scholarship applications is September 30, 2006. For more information on the scholarships, please call (403) 343-4558 or visit our web site at: www.dthr.ab.ca/resources/documents/scholarships. FOOD SAFETY AT COMMUNITY EVENTS The DTHR is responsible for monitoring the safety of food served to the public. The Government of Alberta revised the food-safety regulations on April 1 to make it easier for non-profit groups to serve food at special community gatherings (e.g., church suppers). As a result, volunteer food handlers do not require formal training, home-prepared foods can be served and administrative requirements have been relaxed. Event organizers must continue to follow safe food-handling practices and DTHR staff will be available to provide groups with food-safety advice and information. For more information on how these changes affect your organization, please call your local community health centre and ask to speak to a Public Health Inspector. BE SUN SMART THIS SUMMER Use Canada’s Ultraviolet (UV) Index to plan fun and sun-safe activities this summer. The index predicts the maximum amount of ultraviolet radiation for the day. UV rays cause sunburns, eye cataracts, skin aging and skin cancer. The UV Index is forecast as a number between zero and 11. Environment Canada reports the UV Index any time it is above three. Any number above three means you need sun protection. For more information, visit: www.msc.ec.gc.ca/topics/uv. What did you think? Fax your comments to (403) 341-8632 or e-mail us at [email protected]. To subscribe, visit: www.dthr.ab.ca/news/healthfacts. GOD: Frank, you know all about gardens and nature. What in the world is going on down there on the planet? What happened to the dandelions, violets, thistle and stuff I started eons ago? I had a perfect, nomaintenance garden plan. Those plants grow in any type of soil, withstand drought and multiply with abandon. The nectar from the long lasting blossoms attracts butterflies, honey bees and flocks of songbirds. I expected to see a vast garden of colors by now. But all I see are these green rectangles. ST. FRANCIS: It's the tribes that settled there, Lord. The Suburbanites. They started calling your flowers "weeds" and went to great lengths to kill them and replace them with grass. GOD: Grass? But it's so boring. It's not colorful. It doesn't attract butterflies, birds and bees, only grubs and sodworms. It's sensitive to temperatures. Do these Suburbanites really want all that grass growing there? ST. FRANCIS: Apparently so, Lord. They go to great pains to grow it and keep it green. They begin each spring by fertilizing grass and poisoning any other plant that crops up in the lawn. GOD: The spring rains and warm weather probably make grass grow really fast That must make the Suburbanites happy. ST. FRANCIS: Apparently not, Lord. As soon as it grows a little, they cut it -- sometimes twice a week. GOD: They cut it? Do they then bail it like hay? ST. FRANCIS: Not exactly, Lord. Most of them rake it up and put it in bags.

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Are You Fiscally Fit? By Dawne Adkins, Director of Marketing, Community Capital Back to School? I know, I know, you read the title of this article and thought, “Please, they’re not even out of school yet!” While that may be true, think about all the expenses you will have in a couple of months when the kids do go back to school – clothes, supplies, school fees, lunches and so on. That of course does not include any additional expenses you may have trying to keep them occupied in the meantime! While it may not save you money, it always feels like you’re spending less if you spread the expenses out over time. You may not be able to pay next year’s fees now, and perhaps are hesitant to buy new fall clothes for fear of a summer growth spurt, you can start stocking up on school supplies. Ask the school for the fall supply list before school lets out. If it’s not available, you know the basics will be required; pens, pencils, crayons, paper, backpack, lunch kit, depending on the grade your child is entering. Keep in mind, many stores “feature” these items in the fall because they’re in demand. The prices are reflected accordingly, with the basic principle of supply and demand coming into play. If you look around you’ll find that many stores carry these same items year round, just not on display and not in such great quantities. Don’t forget to check out the dollars stores as many of them stock name brand items for less than you’ll find elsewhere. Stock up, fill the backpack and put it away until fall. What a great feeling to look at that never-ending list and know you’re ahead of the game! Community Capital is a non-profit organization based in Central Alberta that is committed to helping people make better financial decisions. Call 403-340-1323, visit www.communitycapital.ca or email [email protected] for more information. GOD: These Suburbanites must be relieved in the summer when we cut back on the rain and turn up the heat. That surely slows the growth and saves them a lot of work. ST. FRANCIS: You aren't going to believe this Lord. When the grass stops growing so fast, they drag out hoses and pay more money to water it so they can continue to mow it and pay to get rid of it. GOD: What nonsense. At least they kept some of the trees. That was a sheer stroke of genius, if I do say so myself. The trees grow leaves in the spring to provide beauty and shade in the summer. In the autumn leaves fall to the ground and form a natural blanket to keep moisture in the soil and protect the trees and bushes. Plus, as they rot, the leaves form compost to enhance the soil. It's a natural circle of life. ST. FRANCIS: You better sit down, Lord. The Suburbanites have drawn a new circle. As soon as the leaves fall, they rake them into great piles and pay to have them hauled away. GOD: No fooling? What do they do to protect the shrub and tree roots in the winter and to keep the soil moist and loose? ST. FRANCIS: After throwing away the leaves, they go out and buy something which they call mulch. They haul it home and spread it around in place of the leaves. GOD: And where do they get this mulch? ST. FRANCIS: They cut down trees and grind them up to make the mulch.

ST. FRANCIS: No, Sir. Just the opposite. They pay to throw it away.

GOD: Enough. I don't want to think about this anymore. St. Catherine, you're in charge of the arts What movie have you scheduled for us tonight?

GOD: Now let me get this straight. They fertilize grass so it will grow. And when it does grow, they cut it off and pay to throw it away?

ST. CATHERINE: "Dumb and Dumber," Lord. It's a really stupid movie about....

ST. FRANCIS: Yes, Sir.

GOD: Never mind. I think I just heard the whole story from St. Francis.

GOD: They bag it? Why? Is it a cash crop? Do they sell it?

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KOREAN ADVENTURER By Alan E. Johnson Keeping Everyone in Line It's election time in Korea. On May 31st, citizens went to the polls to elect representatives to the provincial assemblies, as well as city councils. The election laws are fairly strict, as efforts have been made in recent years to cut down on the corruption that seems to infect the process. Usually, some politician gets caught taking a bribe, but there are some small violations that get play in the press, as well. Putting signs up or campaigning too early, for instance. Koreans limit the amount of campaigning to a month before the elections, though some people try to get in as much as they can get away with in the weeks beforehand. Too bad if they get caught. The signage they have is quite interesting. Huge canvas photos of the candidates adorn not just billboards, but buildings all over town. Candidates can be seen smiling, posing with clasped hands (denoting a seriousness of purpose, I suppose), or making the clenched fist salute that means "Korea Fighting!" The last week before the elections sees an increase in personal appearances. I was walking to work, when one of the candidates pulled up in his car, said "Hello," shook my hand, and asked me where I was from. I shook another candidate's hand as I was walking out of the supermarket. You can always tell who's a candidate, because they wear these huge sashes, like contestants in a beauty contest. The winners even pose with enormous bouquets of flowers, so I guess the analogy is apt. Rallies are held for the candidates to make a speech, as well. I live in a very small town (about 18,000 people), surrounded by rice paddies. One speech I saw featured a man who hectored the crowd with a speech delivered in a hoarse shout that reminded me of recordings of Hitler. Except this guy's statements were met with polite applause from the dozen or so people gathered to listen. Demonstrations in larger towns and cities are a lot more detailed. Dancers positioned at each corner of a major intersection move to the candidate's campaign song, inviting passersby to take part, and especially to vote for their guy. Besides charges of corruption, the campaigns can lead to outbreaks of violence. About two weeks before the election, Opposition Leader Park Gyun-hee was assaulted by a man wielding a box-cutter, the same weapon the 9/11 hijackers used. She received a cut to her face from ear to jaw, requiring 60 stitches to close. Koreans are used to violence in their society, which comes from the long struggle for democracy. Violent protest is so much a way of life, there is a "season" for it, as I read in the paper once. Those who publicly drum up violence for a cause have to deal with a formidable police presence, though. Riot police number in the

tens of thousands, and are made up of young Shop for quality women’s fashions men serving their (compulsory) military duty. in the comfort of your own home. There are as many as 15,000 police in the Seoul area, 6,000 in the surrounding Gyeonggi SUMMER SPECIALS ARE HERE! province, 3,800 in the southwest, followed by the cities of Busan, Daegu, and Jeju Island. Beth Richardson 788-3835/352-3837 Recruits are sent to boot camp for a month, then spend three weeks in the police academy, and are then assigned to various areas around Children and the Bible the country. Usually their tasks are ordinary police duties such as traffic, street and crime The Sunday school teacher was carefully expatrols. But in a time of protest, they gear up plaining the story of Elijah the Prophet and and head out to the gatherings in special buses, the false prophets of Baal. She explained how with heavy metal mesh covering the windows. Elijah built the altar, put wood upon it, cut the It's quite a sight to see a row of these buses steer in pieces, and laid it upon the altar. And pulled up to an intersection, with heavily then, Elijah commanded the people of God to armed, and armoured, police lined up, looking fill four barrels of water and pour it over the for a target. altar. He had them do this four times. "Now," After 9/11, these police were omnipresent said the teacher, "can anyone in the class tell around all government buildings, and at transme why the Lord would have Elijah pour waportation facilities like airports and train stater over the steer on the altar?" A little girl in tions. The latest "hotspot" is the Japanese emthe back of the room started waving her hand, bassy, where protesters decry the recent Japa"I know! I know!" she said, "To make the nese claims to Dokdo Island. gravy!" Protesters have been known to throw rocks, ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ bottles, and even homemade bombs. The poThe Sunday School teacher was describing lice are quick to react, and claims of excessive how Lot's wife looked back and turned into a force are thrown by both sides. pillar of salt, when little Jason interrupted, Riot police have often been under fire for "My Mummy looked back once, while she extreme violence on protesters, causing seriwas driving," he announced triumphantly, ous physical damage and even death, while "and she turned into a telephone pole!" emotionally aroused protesters conduct self~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ mutilating acts to get their point across. A Sunday school teacher was telling her class During an anti-Japanese rally early in the Story of the Good Samaritan, in which a March, 2005, a mother and son both cut off man was beaten, robbed and left for dead. She their pinky fingers to express their patriotism, described the situation in vivid detail so her and a family member of a Pacific War victim students would catch the drama. Then, she set himself on fire in protest against Japan's asked the class, "If you saw a person lying on wartime atrocities. the roadside, all wounded and bleeding, what A few years ago, two Korean schoolgirls would you do?" A thoughtful little girl broke were killed in a traffic accident during a milithe hushed silence, "I think I'd throw up." tary exercise, and an American tank driver ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ was blamed. Anti-American protests have A Sunday school teacher asked, "Johnny, do been on the rise since then, with warnings deyou think Noah did a lot of fishing when he livered on the Armed Forces Network of was on the Ark?" No," replied Johnny. "How where and when the rallies will occur. All forcould he, with just two worms." eigners are advised to stay away, but I have ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ been caught up in a few that I did not know A Sunday school teacher said to her children, were going to happen. Usually I can get away "We have been learning how powerful kings with being on the fringes, and if I don't call and queens were in Bible times. But, there is a attention to myself, the protesters are too prehigher power. Can anybody tell me what it occupied to get out of hand. is?" One child blurted out, "Aces!" It has been my experience that the party out of power generally does well in these off-year - Source Unknown type elections, and the opposition looks to do well this year. It'll be a couple of years before the Kowww.healthyalberta.com reans vote for a new president, but this will be an indication Using Energy Drinks Wisely of who might get the Energy drinks have become very popular. However, these products, nod in the future. which usually combine herbal ingredients with a source of caffeine, water, and sugar or sweetener, have been linked to serious side effects. Avoid any problems by limiting your energy drinks to 500 ml per day. Don't mix these beverages with alcohol, and remember that energy drinks should not be used by children, or pregnant or breastfeeding women. Health Canada

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UPCOMING COALBED METHANE INFORMATION SESSIONS The words ‘coalbed methane’ have been repeated hundreds of times over the past few months by industry, government, environmentalists and landowners. Most people will agree there are many economic advantages to developing this natural resource. At the same time, Albertans - especially the 600,000 rural residents who rely on groundwater for their livelihood - will agree this resource must be developed in an environmentally responsible way. As with any provincial resource, the Government of Alberta is making sure coalbed methane development is regulated to protect Albertans and our environment from harm. Alberta’s Water for Life strategy clearly states that Albertans will have access to safe, secure drinking water supplies. During the month of June, representative from Alberta Environment, along with industry, other government agencies, and those representing landowner interests will be visiting 13 communities around central and southern Alberta to discuss landowner’s concerns and provide factual information about coalbed methane development. Two public information sessions will be held in the Lacombe-Ponoka constituency, on June 19th in Lacombe at the Terrace Ridge School, and on June 20th in Ponoka at the Kinsmen Community Centre. Both evenings, the doors open at 5:30 pm, and formal presentations begin at 6:30 pm, followed by a question and answer session. The evening’s events will conclude at around 9:00 pm. Alberta Environment will provide information on how groundwater supplies are protected during coalbed methane development. This is extremely important, as 90 per cent of our rural water supply is groundwater. I will be attending both of these sessions, and I look forward to meeting you there. I am sure that you will find them to be extremely informative. If you have any concerns regarding coalbed methane or any other issue, please contact my office either by calling 782-7725 or toll free, 1-800565-6432, by mail at 4960B Hwy 2A Lacombe, AB T4L 1J9, or by emailing [email protected]. Three men are sitting stiffly side by side on a long commercial flight. After they're airborne and the plane has leveled off, the man in the window seat abruptly says, distinctly and confidently, in a loud voice, "Admiral, United States Navy, retired. Married, two sons, both surgeons." After a few minutes the man in the aisle seat states through a tight lipped smile, "Admiral, United States Coast Guard, retired. Married, two sons, both Judges". After some thought, the fellow in the center seat decides to introduce himself. With a twinkle in his eye he proclaims, "Master Chief Gunnery Sergeant, United States Marines, retired. Never married, two sons, both Admirals. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ During training exercises, the lieutenant who was driving down a muddy back road encountered another car stuck in the mud with a redfaced Colonel at the wheel. "Your jeep stuck, sir?" asked the lieutenant as he pulled along side. "Nope," replied the colonel, coming over and handing him the keys the Colonel says, "Yours is." ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Officer: "Soldier, do you have change for a dollar?" Soldier: "Sure, buddy." Officer: "That's no way to address an officer! Now let's try it again! Do you have change for a dollar?" Soldier: "No, SIR!" - Author Unknown

Time is precious when it comes to stroke Recognizing the signs of a stroke and calling for help immediately is one of the most important things people can do to aid in successful treatment and recovery. "A stroke is when the flow of blood to the brain is interrupted by a blood clot or a rupture of blood vessels in the brain causing brain cells to die," says Dr. Irvin Heinrichs a Red Deer neurologist. "The longer the interruption in blood flow, the more brain cells die." Warning signs of a stroke include sudden weakness, numbness or tingling in the face, arm or leg; impaired speech, loss of vision, dizziness and severe headache. When a stroke is suspected, people should call 911 or their medical emergency number immediately. Stroke can affect a person's ability to move, see and speak as well as personality and emotions. It's the number one cause of long-term disability in the adult population and is the third leading cause of death in Canada. Twenty per cent of strokes are fatal and about 300,000 Canadians are living with the effects of stroke. The David Thompson Health Region (DTHR) is part of a provincial stroke strategy aimed at reducing the rate of strokes and improving acute treatment and rehabilitation outcomes for patients. Stroke rehabilitation is provided at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre and at the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Program at Alberta Hospital Ponoka. A Red Deer stroke prevention clinic provides education for those at risk of stroke. "Our regional stroke strategy covers everything from preventing strokes through education and healthy living, to enhancing treatment and rehabilitation after a stroke," said Glenda Vardy Dell, Medicine Program Leader with the DTHR. "We're working with organizations in the community so that people know the signs of stroke and ask for medical services sooner," adds Dell. June is Stroke Awareness Month in Canada. For information about stroke people can talk to their doctor, contact the Heart and Stroke Foundation or call Health Link Alberta at 1-866-408-5465. Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre roadways/access improved

Visiting the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre is more convenient for patients and visitors with new roadways and a sheltered patient drop-off area open to the public. "Hospital visitors will notice a big improvement," according to Elaine McFadden, Executive Director, Corporate Communications and Public Relations, "Drivers will be able to drop patients off at the main entrance under a protective canopy and then park their cars in the nearby public parking lot." The new roadways will allow drivers to access the hospital's new patient drop-off area from both 51st Avenue and 52nd Avenue. Since 2001, the $95.8 million redevelopment project has developed the hospital's vacant third level, constructed a new Critical Care Building, helipad, South Complex building, and Central Alberta Cancer Centre, and renovated portions of the Regional Hospital building.

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