Chautauqua Friday, March 18, 2005

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

2005 Vol. 4, No. 6

HAPPY EASTER!! Pine Tree Crosses Author Unknown Last April on a Sunday we took one of our "nowhere" drives, my husband was quietly driving a back road. I was occupied in the front passenger seat watching the scenery. I noticed out of the corner of my eye that my husband was straining to look out my window. This startled me, since his eyes should be on the road in front of him. I asked him what he was looking at out the windows, and he quietly replied, "Nothing." His eyes went back to the road in front of him. After a few minutes, I looked over at my husband and noticed a tear running down his cheek. I asked him what was wrong. This time he told me, "I was just thinking about Pop and a story he had once told me." Of course, because it had to do with his Pop I wanted to know the story, so I asked him to share it with me. He said, "When I was about 8 years old, Pop and I were out fishing and that's when he told me that the Pine trees know when it is Easter." I had no idea what he meant by that, so I pressed him for more information. He continued on... "The Pine trees start their new growth in the weeks before Easter -- if you look at the tops of the Pine trees two weeks before, you will see the yellow shoots. As the days get closer to Easter Sunday, the tallest shoot will branch off and form a cross. By the time Easter Sunday comes around, you will see that most of the Pine trees will have small yellow crosses on all of the tallest shoots." I turned to look out the window and I couldn't believe my eyes. It was a week before Easter, and you could see all of the trees with the tall yellow shoots stretching to Heaven. The tallest ones shone in the sunlight like rows of tiny golden crosses.

By Don Aslett

For items large are easily known We can simply walk around When they roll or tumble toward our bones Size shouts a warning sound.

It’s the little lies, the little ties That block us and bear us down. Not the boulder of scary size We fear and dodge around.

We fear and fight life’s boulders big That threaten or block our way Intimidated by these mighty rigs That loom to dark our day.

It’s those little stones, the gravel That really takes its toll. Though ‘harmless’ it can unravel And doom a lofty goal.

Those piddly pebbles under foot That we crunch and tread above The daily nags we often put Aside, they cause the shove.

Boulder Blindness

So dodging bullets of cannon size It not your worry, man. It’s the ‘pingers’ that will hypnotize, I warn you that they can. But really should we let those stones Of giants slow our pace? Strip living of its proper overtones And cause wrinkles in our face?

In gravel we can slowly sink, In gravel we can spin. In gravel we sideways slink, In gravel we lose skin.

So look not just up but down In each day’s common tread Tis little things that break your crown Not big blows on the head.

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FROM THE EDITOR’S COMPUTER By now I’m sure everyone has heard about the four RCMP officers who were killed two weeks ago near Mayorthorpe. To the vast majority of us, who did not know them personally, they are nothing more than a picture in the paper and a tragic headline. For me, that changed when I watched the memorial service last week which was held in Edmonton. Anecdotes, and other memories, shared by family and friends gave us all a glimpse into the personalities of these four men. A father spoke of his promise to his son, Peter Schiemann, to tell everyone of Jesus and the hope He offers to us all if anything ever happened to Peter. A fellow officer, and brother, spoke of how he idolized his older (by nine minutes) twin brother, Leo Johnston, and how he spent his life striving to be as good as Leo. A friend spoke about Tony Gordon’s fierce competitive spirit and how he usually won every competition, except when he played crib with his wife. A family friend spoke about how Brock Myrol had such an adventurous nature, and travelled to various countries, including Africa where he trained to be a guide. These are very small facets of each of the men, but facets that remind us that each was someone’s son...a beloved family member...a cherished friend...and so much more than just a tragic headline. They had dreams...one was newly engaged, one a newly wed, another an expectant father. They were loved and they loved in return. We all should be expressing our gratitude to the members of the RCMP, whose presence allows us to live in the peace and safety that we all too often take for granted and expect will always be. Our lives would be so different without them to protect us. But we should be express our thanks all the time, not just when something tragic happens to remind us of what we have. We also need to remember that what happened to Peter, Leo, Tony and Brock could happen to any one of our own officers. Let us pray that it does not. To the family and friends of the four men I extend my sincerest sympathies and prayers. May their sacrifice never be forgotten.

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MUSINGS By Kevin Burns A Self-Improvement Fix Over Coffee I like my fancy coffees. I’m not saying that I am completely fluent in coffee-shop-ese but I can make my way through the coffee menu by myself. Now don’t get me wrong, I’ve never ordered an extralarge non-fat latte with a double shot, extra-hot, half-foam with caramel and nutmeg, but I know they exist. Someone

in front of me in line once ordered it. You have got to be some kind of particular to even know what you’re going to get. I kind of like my mocchachinos. A simple espresso and chocolate milk mixture with a little whipped cream to top it off. A little decadent but not something I have

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Words in Respect of the RCMP Frank Pavlick, Canada’s Sports Poet What could a poem pretend to say, For four great friends who passed this way, Four men of courage, young and brave, What words could measure what they gave. What words tell feelings deep inside, Of four great citizens who died, Four decent, honourable men, To never pass this way again. What words, indeed! We only know, That Heaven is the place they go. That, with good people everywhere, We bow our heads and ask in prayer, Give us the strength to find a way, To know the proper words to say. Make us aware to always be, Respectful of RCMP.

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more than once in a while. Michelle and I were visiting the mountains recently. The sun was shining, the air was crisp and a hot coffee sounded like just the ticket we were looking for. In the coffee-shop, we were served by a young Australian woman who was chatty and very friendly. In the course of preparing our coffees, she kept up a conversation with a co-worker by saying, “I’m just about done The Five People You Meet In Heaven.” It’s a book by Mitch Albom and is the follow-up to his bestseller, “Tuesdays With Morrie.” Both books I’ve read and so I began to chat with her about the books. “I’m really loving it,” she said enthusiastically. “It’s a great story.” I asked her if she had read “Tuesdays With Morrie” yet and she claimed she had not but after reading this book, she really wanted to look at his other books. After a few minutes of bright conversation, we exited the store as she continued to smile and wave as we left. She was smiling and we were smiling. It was an opportunity for two people to have a chance meeting and find common ground in a few brief moments. This got me to thinking.

We can never be too well read or too well informed. When we open our minds to new information, new things happen to us. When we open up to good information good decisions follow. Good results will always follow good decisions. Books are a great place to start. A good story is still a good story. Once we read a good story, who knows, we may have a good story to tell. If we want our lives to improve then we have got to improve first. Nothing changes until we change. Nothing improves until we improve. Nothing gets better until we get better. By examining our lives every once in a while, we can figure out what’s working and what isn’t. Whatever is not working can be fixed by first fixing ourselves. Get new information. Make a new decision based on that information and watch the results in our lives begin to change for the better. No one else is going to magically fix your life. They’re busy with their own stuff. W h at ev er yo u want life to be is up to you. Kevin Burns is the world's only Instigational (Leadership) Speaker and author of over a half-dozen self-help books and CD's. More info at www.kevburns.com.

Heart Health Tip of the Week Changing habits is not always easy and success doesn’t always come the first time around. Keep in mind that the only failure is the failure to try again! Heart of the Land, David Thompson Health Region & Alberta Heart Health Project

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ALIX HOME HARDWARE

ALIX MAC BAND SOCIETY Presents 2005 COMMUNITY TALENT NIGHT Wednesday, March 23 at 7:00 pm Alix MAC Senior Gym. MC: Richard and Deborah Popovich

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Performers: Just Friends Choir from Stettler, Paul Brooks & his fiddle, our School Bands, and more local entertainers.

Take the hostess a delicious Candy Bouquet for everyone to nibble on.

ADMISSION $3/person, $10/family. Proceeds to support our School Band Program Refreshments ~~ door prizes

Corporate Lessons A sales rep, an administration clerk, and the manager are walking to lunch when they find an antique oil lamp. They rub it and a Genie comes out. The Genie says, "I'll give each of you just one wish." "Me first! Me first!" says the administration clerk. "I want to be in the Bahamas, driving a speedboat, without a care in the world." Poof! She's gone. "Me next! Me next!" says the sales rep. "I want to be in Hawaii, relaxing on the beach with my personal masseuse, an endless supply of Pina Coladas and the love of my life." Poof! He's gone. "OK, you're up," the Genie says to the manager. The manager says, "I want those two back in the office after lunch." Moral of the story: Always let your boss have the first say. ALIX COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS Alix Chamber of Commerce Marilyn Sutley Alix Fire Department Jim vonHollen Alix MAC School Rod Phillips Alix Public Library Beth Richardson Citizens on Patrol Steven Duffin Community Services Board Glenna Carlsoncro Meet & Greet Service Mary Flexhaug Alix Food Bank Eve Keates Alix Agricultural Society Wanda McKendrick 788-2274 Parelli Natural Horsemanship Group Wanda McKendrick 788-2274 Alix Curling Club Glenna Carlson 747-2107 or 747-2030 Alix Figure Skating Club Mary Borgens 747-3787 Alix Lions Club Pat Dahl 747-2942 Alix Minor Hockey Karen Novakowski 747-2296

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On April 15th we will be raffling off a Candy Bouquet, valued at $50. All those with a sweet tooth be sure to purchase your tickets before that date. Tickets are available at the Village Shoppe on Main Street Alix. Funds will be directed toward youth projects.

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Items, such as tables, chairs, working electronic equipment, cabinets, and games are requested to assist with furnishing and equipping the youth centre. If anyone has extra items they wish to donate, please contact Luc at 788-2996 to arrange for delivery.

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

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

Librarian: Beth Richardson

LIBRARY CARD FEES: $5 - individual and $10 - family. You can use your library card at virtually every public library in the province at no extra cost. The Lois Hole Library Legacy Program - Grow Your Library - You can help make a difference by investing in the future of Alberta through a legacy donation to one of Alberta’s libraries. You can create a tribute to someone dear to you, recognize milestones or special occasions in the lives of family and friends (anniversaries, graduation), or other forms of legacy gifts such as bequests, named endowments and trusts. REMINDER Anyone with a library card from Alix Public Library who resides outside of Alix corporate limits, within the County of Lacombe, is asked to please supply the library with your legal land description. Thank you for your cooperation. Board Members Wanted - We are looking for individuals interested in sitting on the Library Board. Meetings are held every 6 weeks. Please contact the library at 747-3233 if you are interested in joining the Board. BOOK SALE - We have a number of gently used books for sale at the Library. We also accept book donations. ONLINE CATALOG http://alixpublic.prl.ab.ca Select Catalogue. To request titles or to check your library account, you need your 14-digit barcode from your library card and a PIN (last 4 digits of your phone number). _______________

A book is a success when people who haven’t read it pretend they have. - Unknown

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

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

New Books Candle in the Darkness by Lynn Austin Caught in a nation splitting apart...angered by those who would enslave others...emboldened by a passion to make a difference… Sense of Evil by Kay Hooper - Someone was able to coax these intelligent, confident women away from safety and gain their trust long enough to do the unthinkable… Only By Your Touch by Catherine Anderson - Determined to give her son the childhood he deserves, Chloe is starting fresh...but protecting him becomes a dicey proposition when he seeks out the most dangerous man in town… Sisterchicks in Sombreros by Robin Jones Gunn - Canadian sisters Melanie and Joanne are stunned to hear they’ve inherited their uncles beachfront summerhouse in Mexico... Our Canadian Flag by Maxine Trottier - The Maple Leaf flag now waves above Canada’s citizens as a proud national symbol, But it was not always Canada’s flag… Basic Butchering of Livestock & Game by John Mettler - The author takes the mystery out of slaughtering and butchering everything from beef and veal to venison, pork and lamb. The Five Love Languages of Teenagers by Gary Chapman - Teenagers are going through a tremendous transition, and loving them effectively takes some new insights... Parenting Resources @ Your Library Becoming a Father by William Sears - Fatherhood is the only profession where you’re guaranteed that the more effort you put into it, the more enjoyment you will get out of it… The Mother of All Parenting Books by Ann Douglas - An all-Canadian guide to raising a happy, healthy child from preschool through the preteens. Fertility (Nine Months Video Series) - A reproductive endocrinologist talks about fertility issues and examines embryonic development from conception through the first couple of weeks. The Happiest Baby on the Block (video) The new way to calm crying and help your baby sleep longer.

Alix Community Services Coordinator: Glenna Carlson 747-2030 Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 8:30 to 12:00. Babysitting Course: Will be running soon. If your child is interested, please contact me.

THANKS TO GOD Hello God, I called tonight To talk a little while I need a friend who'll listen To my anxiety and trial. You see, I can't quite make it Through a day just on my own... I need your love to guide me, So I'll never feel alone. I want to ask you please to keep My family safe and sound. Come and fill their lives with confidence For whatever fate they're bound. Give me faith, dear God, to face Each hour throughout the day, And not to worry over things I can't change in any way. I thank you God for being home And listening to my call, For giving me such good advice When I stumble and fall. Your number, God, is the only one That answers every time. I never get a busy signal, Never had to pay a dime. So thank you, God, for listening To my troubles and my sorrow. Good night, God, I love You too, And I'll call again tomorrow! - Author Unknown

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EVENTS IN TEES Standard First Aid with Level C (Infant & Children) Sat, Apr. 2 & Sun., Apr. 3 from 9 - 5 pm. Cost $100 or less. Potluck style lunch both days. Please phone Crystal 784-2940 for more information or to register. Act now, space is limited! Yoga March 21st - Free Class from 7:30 - 9:30 at the Tees Hall. New Session starts Apr. 4 to June 6th. Mondays 7 - 8:30 pm. $40 for 10 classes or $5/class. Call Nadine 788-0003 Tees 50+ meet Tuesday afternoons at 1:30 pm at the Tees Hall. Tees Agricultural meetings 2nd Tuesday of each month at 8 pm at the Tees Hall.

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DALE JOHNSTON M.P., WETASKIWIN tirelessly on his behalf since his first election in 1993.

At a recent meeting of the Wetaskiwin Conservative District Association MP, Dale Johnston, announced that he will not be a candidate in the next federal election Mr. Johnston thanked the membership, the Board of Directors and all those who worked

He told the crowd that it had been a rare privilege to serve as the Member of Parliament for Wetaskiwin, but that it was time to pass the torch. “I started my first job when I was eleven years old and I’ve been employed ever since. Now, it is the time for Dianne and I to enjoy some time together.” “I am proud to be a

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member of Stephen Harper’s Caucus and I am confident that under his capable leadership, the Conservative Party of Canada will form the next Government of Canada.” Mr. Johnston wanted to assure all of his Constituents that “for long as long as this Parliament lasts, I will continue to work hard on your behalf.”

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The View From My Window By (Peeping) Thomasina Well I don’t know about you, but I’ve been buffeted and pushed around by the blustering and blowing quite enough by now. While the blustering is drying up any residual evidence of the solid precipitation that has been lingering, it is making it quite challenging for some folk to traverse around our fair street. Even more disappointing is that I haven’t seen one speck of anything unusual or unique flying by my viewing portal to share with you. I am seeing more and more pedestrians (and their little munchkins) taking in the promenade. The little munchkins are moving about with more ease as they have managed to shed a few grams of weight with the lighter wear they are sporting. I feel bad that there are few pools for them to test the waterproofness of their footwear. Just when I thought things would be perking up with the warmer climatic conditions and more and more people popping their noses outside...the heavenly dome gives us another surprise. The unexpected , and intermittent, release of the fluffy, filigreed particles onto us has created some minor concerns and havoc in spots. Ol’ Man Winter must not be ready to leave us for the season, though all moisture is welcome.

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Friday, March 18, 2005

VILLAGE OF CLIVE

Clive is Alive

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

Figure Skating Carnival Mar. 19th at 1:00 pm.

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

Neighbourhood Place “Diamonds in the Rough” Supper for ladies on April 1st. For tickets contact Louise 784-3414, Susy 784-2596, or Avis 784-3973. Seats are limited.

Community Sign on Hwy 12 to have an event put up call 784-3414 Clive and District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) 784-3277 Fax 784-3273 Coordinator: Bonnie Wildeman Monday 9 - 3:00, Thursday 9 - 12 Clive Public Library Tracey 784-3131 Located below the Village Office. Tuesday 9 - noon, 5:30 - 8:30 pm Wednesday 2:00 - 5:00 pm Thursday 9 - noon, 2:00 - 5:00 pm Coffee Time @ the Library - every Thursday morning. Story Time - Wednesday afternoons from 2 - 2:30 pm at the Library. For children 3 - 5 years old. There is no charge. Thrift Store Tuesdays 1 - 5:00 pm Wednesdays and Thursdays afternoons (call Louise 784-3414 or Edith 784-3171). Volunteers are needed. Neighbourhood Place McPhedran 784-3171

Open Tuesday and Wednesday. Call Edith

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

Income Tax program: FCSS will be offering this free service to individuals in March. Call the office for further information.

To register for Soccer, contact Shirley Boyack at 784-2100. Clive Seniors Circle Join them on Monday afternoons at 1:30 pm for friendship, floor curling, shuffle board, pool, cards or carpet bowling. All activities are at the Meeting Room. Contact Albert Wagner for more information at 782-2409. Anyone interested in playing Pond Hockey on Wednesday nights, please contact Alan Rowley at 784-3415. Clive Arena: Tot Skate Tues. & Thurs. 3:00 pm. Friday

Public Skate 5:45 - 6:30 Stick Time 6:30 - 7:15

Sunday

Public Skate 5:00 - 6:00 Stick Time 6:00 - 6:45

Curling Men’s Teams Monday night 7:00 & 9:00 pm Family

Wednesday night

If you are interested in mixed curling contact Ben Wierenga at 7826144. Whist parties at Haynes Hall. For dates and times call Wayne at 7842206. Clive & Area Homecoming 2005 July 1 - 3, 2005. Activities will include fireworks Friday night, wagon rides to tour the village on Saturday, Show ‘n Shine, Drive-In Movie, old-time dance, suppers and breakfasts, and the sale of heritage tapestry afghans of the village by a local artist. This is your invitation to attend Homecoming 2005. To confirm attendance please contact Marion Grose 784-3535, Avis Sayers 784-3973, Sheila Edmondson 783-8453, or Margaret Rowley 784-3507. Early bird price of $30 before April 30th. Clive School events Mar. 21 - Gr. 1 - 3 Report Cards go home Mar. 22 - Gr. 1 - 9 Parent-Teacher Interviews Mar. 25 - Good Friday, No School Mar. 28 - April 1 - Spring Break Apr. 4 - Students return to school Apr. 11 - No School, PD day Apr. 25 - School Council meeting Apr. 29 - No School

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Bashaw Happenings

Bashaw Art Club For more information 780877-2529.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Exercise Ball Exercise Class: Apr. 5 at 7 pm. $45, please bring your own ball Genealogy - Researching Your Family Tree: Apr. 6 from 7 - 9:00 pm. Cost $15. Living the Life You Dream! Date TBA $15. BBQ Course with Chef Jon: June 19 at 1:00 pm. Cost $50. Community Access Program 4 computer stations are available for community use, includes use of a scanner, digital camera and printer. Phone for more details.

Tiny Tots offers an opportunity for fun, friendship, socialization, and support for both adults and children from 0-4. Tuesday, 10:00-11:30 am at Bashaw United Church. Please feel free to drop in!

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

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

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Bashaw Bottle Depot Wednesday & Saturday

9 - 5:00 pm.

Bashaw Skating Club contact Karen 3722447 for more information. Bashaw Medical Clinic Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am – 3:45 pm; closed for lunch noon 1:30 pm. Friday 8:30 am - 2:00 pm. Physician: Dr. Koen Call Cheryl & Shirley @ 372-3740 Bashaw School has a complete workout/ weight room available for public use. For more information and to discuss annual key rental, contact the Principal at Bashaw School at 372-3800.

!! MARK YOUR CALENDAR !! Bashaw & District Health & Wellness Foundation Annual Meeting Mar. 21 at 7 pm at Neighbourhood Place. Bashaw Rural Crime Watch Annual General Meeting on Mar. 29 at 7:00 pm at the Bashaw Ag Grounds. Rainbow Opry coming to Bashaw Community Centre Sat., April 2nd. Starring Alan Moberg, Stumbling Stumbleweeds and Borch Brothers & Chrissy-Ann. Showtime 7:30 pm, doors open at 6:30 pm. Tickets: $12 advance, $15 at door. For tickets call: 372-4303 or True Value 372-3872. Parson’s Holiday Tours Bus Trip to Rosebud Theatre on Apr. 7 to see the comedy “The Kite.” $70/person, includes ride, meal and performance. Pick up at Bashaw Esso at 9:15 am (a pick up in Alix will happen too). Deadline for tickets March 20. Call Dorothy at 3724303 or Parson’s 1-800-590-9983. Bashaw School Variety Night Friday, April 15, 7:00 pm at the school. Performers and volunteers needed. Call 372-3800.

Bashaw Adult Learning Council For more information on upcoming courses call 780-372-3648

BDSS Annual Meeting April 15 at 7 pm at Neighbourhood Place.

Basic Internet: Mar. 23 & 24 at 6:30 pm. Cost $30. Basic Simply Accounting: sometime in April. Yoga Tuesday evenings, until the end of April. 7 - 8:00 pm.

Bashaw & District Food Bank Annual Meeting Apr. 15 at 6 pm at Neighbourhood Place.

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Bingo every other Thursday. Delburne Chamber of Commerce Meetings held at the Village Office. Noon meetings held the last Thursday of the month. For more info call Brenda Smith @ 749-3023.

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

Karate Classes Tuesdays & Wednesdays at Delburne Community Hall. New members welcome. Contact Jan Temblay 749-2228. Delburne Pottery Club Wednesday mornings at 9:00 am located at the rear of the Curling Rink. Contact Laura Wright 749-2136. Dip & Dab Painting Club Do you enjoy acrylic painting? Members welcome to join our club at no charge. Meet once a week. Call Marlene Buckland 749-2568 if interested. Delburne Light Horse Association Contact Darlene Schlag 749-2506 or 391-2731 2005 Gymkana Dates: Sunday, May 22 @ 11 am Sunday, June 12 @ 11 am Friday, July 1 @ 1:30 pm Sunday, July 24 @ 11 am Saturday, August 20 @ 11 am (wiener roast) Delburne Ag Society Meets every 2nd Wednesday. Contact Curtis Rusaw 749-2153 or Janice Dyck 749-3011. Newcomers to Delburne Please stop by Neighbourhood Place for your Welcome Wagon package. Alberta Association of Landowners for the Protection of Agricultural Land (AALPAL) Local contact is Eileen Murray 403-749-2279 Delburne Pharmacist Services - Alix Drugs provides a full prescription service for customers and Shannon Glover is able to deliver to Delburne and area residents. Call 391-6775. Lab Services every Wednesday morning from 9-12 at the Elnora Health Center. For more information or make an appointment call 7733636.

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

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

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

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

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

Economic Development Group Marilyn McDougall @ 749-3949.

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

Delburne 4-H Beef Club For more information please phone Deb Wells at 749-2651. 4H Coal Trail Riders (Delburne) Contact: Janice at 749-3153.

FCSS Contact Maureen @ 749-3380. Delburne Drop In Centre Crib Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Carpet Bowling Tuesday Evenings Music & Dance 2nd, 4th, 5th Fri. 1-4 p.m. All Welcome. Contact Lars Snethun 749-2056

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

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Education Group Contact Corinne Hansen @ 773-3636 for more info. Delburne Minor Hockey Meeting 1st Thursday of the month Call Peter Lawrence 8864143 or Karla Unger for info 749-2702. Figure skating - Synchronized / CanSkate / Seniors. Contact: Lynne Allison at 749-2588

Junior Forest Wardens Our group is unique and the 4 key areas are: Outdoor skills, Ecology, Forestry & Leadership. For children ages 6-18. Call Deb Jackson @ 749-2429 for more information. Delburne Bottle Depot is set up to take your returnable bottles and donate the money to the Delburne Food Bank. Family School Wellness Worker - Elsie Ramsden Cell number is 304-6842 or Delburne School 749-3838 or Neighborhood Place 749-3380. Healthy Families - Home Visitor Brenda Daly. Her role is to offer support to parents with new babies by providing information on child development and helping parents access resources. Call 403-443-3774. Sunday School You are invited to attend Sunday School at the Great Bend Church of Christ. For more information, call Marilyn at 749-3949 or Glenna at 749-2106. Delburne Playschool Tues and Thurs from 9 - 11:30 am. Phone Tracy 749-3059 or Mary 749-2949. Pine Lake Parents & Tots For parents and their children ages 0-6. Next time Wed. March 9th from 10 am - 11:30 am & Tue. March 22nd from 7:00 pm to 8 pm. Meets at the Pine Lake Hub. Contact Roanne at 886-2414 for more info. Sponsored by Delburne/Elnora Alliances Building Children (ABC). Citizens' Watch to volunteer call Dorothy Dorsey at 749-3817. Curling Ken 886-4811 or Louise 749-3898 _____________________________________

UPCOMING EVENTS Women's Wellness Day April 9, 2005. Anyone offering wellness-related services may book a table by phoning: Sherry Warren 7493633 or 749-2489. Fiddlers Jamboree for Lousana Seniors Drop-In on Saturday, April 9, 2005 at 7:00 pm Admission: $5 adults; $3 Juniors; under 6 Free. Supper Available. Special Guests: Miriam Dreher & Victor Nichols Visions Country Gospel Singers Sunday, April 10 at 2:30 pm at the Delburne Hall. Admission: $15. For more information contact Mary at 749-2039. Sponsored by the Delburne United Church.

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Delburne Centralized School Mar. 21-24 – March Madness Events Mar. 22 - Grad Photo Retakes Mar. 24 - Math Fair Mar. 25-Apr 3 - Easter Break (no school) Apr. 4,6,7,11,13,14-Gr. 4 Swimming Program Apr. 8 - Jr. High Dance Apr. 15 – No School Apr. 29 – No School Alberta learning requires the school to have a copy of a birth certificate for every student attending our school. If you don’t have a birth certificate for your child(ren), the school has the forms needed to obtain one. Adult Drop-In Volleyball Thursday night at 7:30pm in the small gym. $1.00 drop-in fee. No experience required! Hot Lunch Program Please call Debi at 749-2095 for more information, or if you can help. Harvest Gym Student memberships will be $10 a year. Adult memberships will be $30. a year. The new fee will cover members till the end of August, 2005, at which time a new membership of $10 or $30 will need to be purchased for the 2005-2006 year. If you are interested in a weight room orientation, you can call Debbie Ellis, Certified Trainer, at 749-3822. There will be a fee of Beef Supper April 16 from 5 - 7:00 pm at Delburne Hall. Hosted by the Anthony Henday Historical Society. Accordion Concert on April 17, 2005 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm at Delburne Drop-In. Advance Tickets $5; At the Door $7. For information or tickets call: Richard Dyck @ 749-3070 or 396-2193. Cummberland Playful Theatre Showing April 20 - 23, 2005. Tickets available on: Wednesday, April 2, 2005, beginning at 9:00 am. Just $7 each! For more information: Bill Chandler at 749-3636 or 749-3600.

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Elnora Jottings By Pat Buckland Albert and Eileen Svederus enjoyed a trip to the Dominican Republic during the week of January 25th. They went with a large group of 68 people from CKGY Radio Tours and stayed in a compound at Puerto Plata. They went on a couple of tours which they really enjoyed. It was fun, they had good weather and the trip was well worth while. They recommend it to everyone. February 15 was a busy time. Four schools, Trochu, Lacombe, and Stettler came to the Elnora School for the School Reach competitions. There were Juniors and Intermediates participating. The Juniors consisting of Trent Buckland, Amanda McLean, Karisa Richardson and Luke Aundre did very well winning the three rounds they participated in against Stettler “C”, Trochu “A” & “B”. The Intermediate Team won 2 of 3 games. There was a supper served at the school after the competitions. There are two more competitions coming up. The next one is in Stettler on March 1st and the other is in Lacombe on March 15th. Good Luck to all members of our teams! A Carpet Bowling Tournament was held at the Delburne Senior Drop-In on February 15th as well. Teams from Pine Lake, Innisfail, Elnora, Blackfalds, the Red Deer Legion, Lousana and Delburne came to participate. The Sylvan Lake Team couldn’t make it, so there was one made-up team to replace them. It was a great day, a fun time and a reunion of friends. The Elnora team consisting of Mary Logan, skip, Bessy Fraser, 3rd, Pat Buckland, 2nd and Lil Watson, Lead won a game and lost 2 games. Elnora will have their tournament on April 20th at the Elnora Senior DropIn Centre. Even though Elnora doesn’t have any men playing, yet, there are A LOT of men who do play on the other teams, so anyone interested in playing, please come out. We practice every Wednesday afternoon. Call Mary Logan if you are interested at 773-3133. I found it doesn’t hurt like Curling does and it’s just as much fun! The Elnora Eagles Basketball Team is doing fairly well this year. This is the first year for them to be playing in the League. They have won 2 games out of 6 played - last night being an exhibition game against Linden with a score of 44 - 24 in Elnora’s favour. There are 10 teams in the League and they have 3 more games left to play. The League Tournament is on March 5th at River Glenn School in Red Deer, so if you want to cheer on the Elnora Eagles, they would really appreciate it! Keep up the good work, girls! How would you like to go to India? Well, that’s what Warner Aeyelts and his brother did from January 12 - February 15th. Warner was born in Bombay and moved away when he was 10 years old, so that’s where they headed first for 3 days. They looked up places from

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their childhood including the hospital where Warner was born, his elementary School which once was a palace, and visited the beach where they used an old beach shack many years ago - something like a cottage, but with no windows and very open to the wind. The shack was gone and a newer building in its place, but the owner, 92 years of age, was still there and was very excited to see a picture of himself with a younger Warner. They had a great visit with him. They then took a train south along the West Coast to Kerala province which goes down to the south tip of India. It is the highest producing province in the country with lots of rubber and tea plantations and all the world spices grown and exported from this area, and it is very beautiful. They visited friends there. One of their friends from Red Deer was there for his sister’s wedding, so Warner and his brother went to the celebration the day before the wedding and had a wonderful time. They next spent a lot of time by the ocean and took the bus to mountain areas including the Nilgiris Hills where the famous Nilgiris Tea is grown in Plantations at the highest altitudes . They also did some hiking. They went back to Goa which used to be a Portuguese colony and finished up in Bombay. They only had their backpacks and traveled like everyone else there - by bus or train. On their way back they stayed 3 days in a Hill Station high up in the hills. It was much cooler there, away from the crowded cities and a great place to hike. This was a fantastic trip for Warner and his brother and one that they will remember always. It was wonderful to see Pauline Bishop again on February 25th at a tea in her honour at the Elnora Drop-In Centre (pictured below left). Cathy Smith kindly drove her up from Calgary so that she could see her friends again and the Drop-in was packed. She’s looking so good! She’s made her adjustment to Calgary, and now is a lot happier, but really misses her friends in Elnora. We all wish you well in Calgary, Pauline and we all miss you, too!

Elnora Happenings March 19 - Grannies Bonspiel March 20 - 90th Birthday party for Edna Buckland at Innisfail Sr. Drop-In Centre. Call 773-2282 for more info. March 23 - Ag Meeting at Elnora Hall April 9 - Zing Into Spring in Delburne. April 16 & 23 - Safety Food Course Elnora Moms & Tots For moms and their children ages 0-6. For more information on upcoming dates, times and location, please contact April Irwin at 773-3171. Sponsored by Delburne/Elnora ABC. Elnora Library: Mondays 1:00 - 5:00 pm Tuesdays 7:00 - 10:00 pm Thursdays 9:00 - noon

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Mirror Community Fri., Mar. 25 Good Friday Service & Brunch at Mirror United Church at 10:30 am.

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our main fundraiser to support our programs and we would appreciate your support. _________________ Rec. Society contact is Marlene Neis 7882166. New members welcome.

Sat., Apr. 9 Spring Tea & Bake Sale at Mirror United Church at 2:00 pm. Dora & Friends of Red Deer will be entertaining. Everyone welcome.

Museum Society contact is Don Wilson 7883836 or Roger Laforce 788-3094. Meetings are the 1st Mon. of the month at 7:30 pm.

Sat., May 7 Mother’s Day Tea, Bake Sale & Fashion Show at Mirror United Church at 2:00 pm. Everyone welcome.

Mirror & District Skating Rink Committee meets last Monday of each month. The committee is looking for adult volunteers to help supervise and maintain the rink.

Mon., May 23 Annual Yard Sale at Mirror United Church 10 am - 2 pm. All donations welcome. Pies will be sold as well. _________________

Friends of the Mirror Library Society contact Gale 788-3835 or Heather 788-3044

Jolly Seniors contact is President, Ken Oliver 788-2490. Coffee is on every weekday morning at the Friendly Inn Suppers - 1st. & 3rd. Wednesdays of each month @ 5:30 p.m. at the Friendly Inn. Floor Curling held Thursdays at 1:30 pm at the Community Hall. Pancake Breakfast - 2nd Sunday of the month. 9 - 1:00 p.m. @ the Jolly Seniors.

Library hours:

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

Board members needed. Book Sale ongoing. ________________ Mirror Legion Br. 189 Suppers the last Saturday of the month. Meat Draws Ladies Auxiliary - 1st & 3rd Sat. at 4 pm. Legion - 2nd & 4th Sat. at 4 pm. ________________ Transfer Station Hours Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10 - 6 pm ________________ Lacombe County

Birthdays celebrated the 2nd Wednesday of each month. ________________

Administration: Terry Hager Tim Timmons 782-6601 782-3820 (fax)

Mirror Alliance Church Sunday School 10 11 am. Morning worship 11 - noon.

Agriculture: Keith Boras 782-6601 318-3311 (cell) Keith is the contact for Mirror inquiries.

Mini Youth Group Friday Nights at the Alliance Church at 7:00 pm. Ages 4 to grade 6 welcome.

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Mirror United Church Sunday services at 9:30 am. Sunday School classes during the regular service. Mirror Seventh - Day Adventist Church (corner of 52 St & 51 Ave, north) Saturday Sabbath times: Sabbath School 9:45 am - 11 am. Church 11:15 - 12:15. Cliff Buelow 7882296. Pastor Morris 782-0253. ________________ Mirror Guiding groups invite all girls ages 5 and up to join our groups for adventure, challenge, friendship and fun. Meetings are Monday after school at the United Church. Membership fee is $65.00. Contact Gale at 7883835 for information and to register. Sparks 5 - 6 years Brownies 7 - 8 years Guides 9 - 11 years Pathfinders 12 - 15 years Rangers 15+ years Sandwich cookies (chocolate and vanilla) are available at $4.00 per box. Cookies are

MISCELANEOUS

Curb-side Blue Box Recycling Service is available in Alix. Albertan’s Recycle 2001 at 747-2057 or 350-7394 for details. PartyLite Looking for a consultant? I live in Alix and would be happy to help you order your candles. Cheryl Anderson 403-747-2120 FOR SALE

FOR SALE: For sale: Buffalo meat - roasts, steaks, sausages, smokies, burgers. Freezer packs $60 - $100. Gov't inspected. MFL Ranch Bison 747-2500. COMING EVENTS

Bashaw Rural Crime Watch Annual General Meeting on Mar. 29 at 7:00 pm at the Bashaw Ag Grounds. Sponsored by the Bashaw Ag. Society. Guest speaker from CFIA. 90th Birthday The family of Gordon Braden invites you to join them at an open house to celebrate this occasion. Sunday, April 3, 2005, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Alix Community Hall. No gifts please, your presence is your gift.

Fourth Annual Public Speaking Competition Wolf Creek School Division No. 72 (WCSD) is hosting its fourth annual public speaking competition on Saturday, April 9, 2005 at the Lacombe Composite High School from 9:30am to 4:00pm. Students in Grades 7-12 are participating in this competition. Organizers of the event, Trustees Bob Huff and Lorrie Jess have been busy preparing for the upcoming event. They commented, “This event really allows us to showcase the many great skills and knowledge of our students. Parents and other community members are certainly invited to hear our students in this competition.” Participants will be required to present a prepared speech on a topic of their choice, as well as an impromptu speech on a topic given to them. Judges will score the participants on both content and delivery for each speech.

My name is Buster (Dog) Hansell. I wish to announce next to me the arrival of Jaxon Jacob, born March 5/05, weight 7 lbs. 10 oz. I promise to share my kingdom with Jaxon. Very proud parents are Jake & Lana Hansell, Lethbridge. Grandparents Bob & Nan Warford, Alix, Bill & Nancy Hansell, Belfour, BC.

Prizes will be awarded for both junior (grades 7-9) and senior (grades 10-12) levels. In addition to monetary prizes, the top two participants in each category will advance to the Alberta School Boards Association (ASBA) Public Speaking Competition to be held on Saturday, April 23, 2005 at the Hunting Hills High School in Red Deer. Best of Luck to all of the participants and congratulations to those WCSD students who will be advancing to the ASBA competition! For more information and to obtain a copy of the official rules and registration form, please visit our website at www.wolfcreek.ab.ca under events.

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MUSINGS By Kevin Burns How A Cook Fed My Brain Harvey would die for his country. It’s no big thing it’s just his job. Harvey is a member of the Canadian Armed Forces. In a conversation with him recently, I learned that he has a great love of his country as well as some great opinions on how we might better run it. I met Harvey as he had just come down a mountain after being on manoeuvres with other members of his unit. He has been in the military for nineteen years and has only six years left until he retires. He has seen duty in Bosnia, the Middle East as well as several other peacekeeping missions. Is he a frontline soldier? Well not exactly. He is a cook who feeds the men on the front lines. These are the guys right behind the guys at the front. “Did you realize that many times cooks go in before the soldiers?” He a s k e d m e . “Absolutely,” he continued. “We have to find suppliers so that we can cook for our guys: bakeries, b u t c h e rs , d ai r y goods. We end up

speaking with and getting to know the locals probably more than any other branch of the military. It’s really quite rewarding to not only help the locals in a trouble area but to also get to know many of them personally.” Everyone has a family. Each person Harvey meets is a real person with real concerns and real love of country, no matter what shape it may be in. “After seeing much of the rest of the world, I can honestly say that this is perhaps the greatest country in the world.” Harvey continued, “We just don’t know how good we have it.” This got me to thinking. Perhaps we don’t know how good things really are. Maybe we just whine because we think things could be so much better. Maybe all we really see is the negative parts of our lives as well as the things that could use improving. Maybe it’s because we have virtually everything we want and we’ve spoiled ourselves in some way. I remember once reading a single line from a poem that struck a chord within me: I longed for new shoes until I saw a man with no feet.

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Remember to count your blessings. Take stock of the really important stuff in your life. Try not to be so cynical about your little world. There are a lot of other little worlds that are much worse off. Remember that we have many freedoms and liberties that many countries to not have. We have the chance to work that others do not. We have shelter over our heads and we can help those who do not have shelter because we have the means to help. We’re pretty lucky where we live. I had my brain fed by a guy who cooks for those who protect of rights and freedoms. Maybe it’s time for each of us to step back and realize what we’ve got. We are blessed. Kevin Burns is a professional speaker, author and worldwide columnist who specializes in positive self-leadership through personal effectiveness. He believes that business gets better, relationships get better and life gets better, when we get better.

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L to R: Rodney Dietrich, Doris Hodgkinson, Margaret Hughes (holding book), Mary Logan, Ellen Jewell (presenter), Jay Richardson, Sharon Barnes, and Mavis Buckland. Photo courtesy of Pat Buckland

On February 17th, the Elnora, Pine Lake History Book Club met to present a $5,000.00 donation to Rodney Dietrich of the Search and Rescue Association of Alberta out of Edmonton. The presentation was made by Ellen Jewell and the donation came from the proceeds from the Tornado’ Book, “A Rainbow Means Hope.” The book is in its third printing, now. This is the second donation that has been made. The first was $10,000.00 to STARS and future donations are anticipated. Books are still for sale, so please call Ellen Jewell at 773-2127.

Easter Jelly Beans $1.99

Solid Chocolate Bunnies $2.49

Ju Jubes $1.99

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]

Cadbury Mini Eggs $2.99

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Twist of Fate Source Unknown At the 1994 annual awards dinner given for Forensic Science, AAFS President Dr. Don Harper Mills astounded his audience with the legal complications of a bizarre death. Here is the story: On March 23, 1994 the medical examiner viewed the body of Ronald Opus and concluded that he died from a shotgun wound to the head. Mr. Opus had jumped from the top of a ten-storey building intending to commit suicide. He left a note to the effect indicating his despondency. As he fell past the ninth floor his life was interrupted by a shotgun blast passing through a window, which killed him instantly. Neither the shooter nor the deceased was aware that a safety net had been installed just below the eighth floor level to protect some building workers and that Ronald Opus would not have been able to complete his suicide the way he had planned. "Ordinarily," Dr Mills continued, "Someone who sets out to commit suicide and ultimately succeeds, even though the mechanism might not be what he intended, is still defined as committing suicide." That Mr. Opus was shot on the way to certain death, but probably would not have been successful because of the safety net, caused the medical examiner to feel that he had a homicide on his hands. In the room on the ninth floor, where the shotgun blast emanated, was occupied by an elderly man and his wife. They were arguing vigorously and he was threatening her with a shotgun. The man was so upset that when he pulled the trigger he com-

Friday, March 18, 2005 pletely missed his wife and the pellets went through the window striking Mr. Opus. When one intends to kill subject "A" but kills subject "B" in the attempt, one is guilty of the murder of subject "B." When confronted with the murder charge the old man and his wife were both adamant and both said that they thought the shotgun was not loaded. The old man said it was a long-standing habit to threaten his wife with the unloaded shotgun. He had no intention to murder her. Therefore the killing of Mr. Opus appeared to be an accident; that is, assuming the gun had been accidentally loaded. The continuing investigation turned up a witness who saw the old couple's son loading the shotgun about six weeks prior to the fatal accident. It transpired that the old lady had cut off her son's financial support and the son, knowing the propensity of his father to use the shotgun threateningly, loaded the gun with the expectation that his father would shoot his mother. Since the loader of the gun was aware of this, he was guilty of the murder even though he didn't actually pull the trigger. The case now becomes one of murder on the part of the son for the death of Ronald Opus. Now comes the exquisite twist. Further investigation revealed that the son was, in fact, Ronald Opus. He had become increasingly despondent over the failure of his attempt to engineer his mother's murder. This led him to jump off the ten-storey building on March 23rd, only to be killed by a shotgun blast passing through the ninth story window. The son had actually murdered himself so the medical examiner closed the case as a suicide.

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KOREAN ADVENTURER By Alan E. Johnson Old New Year In my last column, I discussed a bit about the Lunar New Year, and some of the games that Koreans play at this time of year. I thought it might be interesting to see how the celebration of this holiday has changed in modern times. Much of this information is derived from a "Korea Herald" article by Alan C. Heyman. Koreans celebrated the Lunar New Year February 8-10 this year. Families get together, pay tribute to ancestors, and play traditional folk games. In the west, the holiday is usually referred to as Chinese New Year, but in Korea it is called "seol" or "gujeong," which literally treanslates as "Old New Year." The Solar New Year celebrated on January 1st) is call ed "sinjeong" or "New New Year." The reason for this lies in the period of time shortly after the close of the Second World War. After Korea was liberated from the Japanese in 1945, and established as a republic three years later, the government of the day decided to forgo the celebration of gujeong and observe only one New Year. It was an attempt to modernize the nation and bring it into step with "advanced" western countries. Solar New Year was celebrated over three days, and its lunar counterpart was dropped from the calendar altogether. It was only remem-

bered by the agricultural, fishing and farming communities. This policy continued up to the time of President Chun Doohwan, who was coerced into readopting the "Old New Year" as a oneday holiday, which he called "Minsok eui Nal" (Folklore Day). Old habits did indeed die hard, and the holiday was extended to three days by President Roh Tae-woo, who also restored the name of seol. At the present time, the Solar New Year on Jan. 1 is celebrated as a oneday event, while its lunar rival stretches from 3-5 days. In terms of significance, sinjeong has taken a back seat to the more traditional day. January 1st is a day for friends, coworkers, and young people. There is merry-making at year end parties that tend to be wild and boisterous affairs. The first day of the new year is spent at home nursing a hangover. People celebrate Lunar New Year in an altogether different fashion. Many rush to their hometowns in time for "charye," a solemn Confucian-style ancestral rite held early in the morning of seol at the home of the eldest son, who presides over the ceremony. Ancestral memorial tables are frequently obscured by elaborate offerings such as steamed rice cake soup, dried fish, meat, fish, vegetables, fruits, nuts and rice wine. Relatives don their finest traditional dress, the "seolbim,"

bow in deference to their ancestors, and symbolically offer food and wine to them as a token of filial respect. The ceremony is later repeated at the graveside of the ancestors, after which young people prostrate themselves before senior relatives with a refrain of "sae-hae bok manhi badusayo!" (long life and good health in New Year!) In return, youngsters receive gifts of cash with some words of encouragement for their progress in study or work. My school helped the kids "practice" for this upcoming celebration with an activity day centred on traditional costumes, games, and the expression of respect. The director of our school passed out candy after receiving bows, and each teacher was bowed to by their students. It was a strange experience, but I could get used to being kow-towed to. The rest of seol is spent at leisure, eating rice-cake soup and playing traditional games. Although Koreans now live by the solar calendar, a great many observe New Year's Day by the lunar calender in line with tradition. So while department stores rang in their January 2005 sales, others remember this as the year 4338 of the Dangun Era, named after the mythical founding father of Korea. To Koreans and many Asians, it is also the Year of the Rooster, the guardian of morning, light, hope, and prosperity.

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Journey Down The BoomTown Trail By Paul Peters 403-347-1828 or [email protected] Gearing up for the 2005 Tourist Season The BoomTown Trail is always trying to keep its events list extensive and up-to-date. Please let us know of any new or existing events at your business or in your community and be sure to include the dates and contact information where possible. Extra Brochures and Newspapers Some operators on the trail have recently run out of Brochures and Newspapers. Since we won’t be printing these items this year if you have extras you think you could spare, please contact us so we can get them out where they can best be utilized. We have Newspapers from 2003, so if you need more, also contact us and we’ll get them out to you! Ambassador Forums Two more Ambassador Forums were held this month on the BoomTown Trail on March 14 and 16. June Evans of ‘That’s Crafty’ generously offered to host a forum in the southern part of the trail. A second forum was held in the north at the beautiful ‘Nutcracker Sweet’ in Donalda, hosted by Florence Walker. Ambassador Forums are a great time to meet other operators along the BoomTown Trail and learn what they are up to. Also it is a great time to promote your own business or initiative and builds on the successful referral system the BoomTown Trail is famous for. Finally, it is an important time for the BoomTown Trail to learn about its operators, discuss initiatives and determine the direction of the Trail’s promotional strategy. Topics usually range from broad topics like government programs (e.g. signage) to specific promotions and strategies. Thank You Thank you to everyone that participates in the promotion of the BoomTown Trail. Please provide us with your success stories (from the biggest to the smallest) for us to publish and celebrate! Visit our website at www.boomtowntrail.com

The competition was fierce as 32 teams participated in the Elnora AllNiter Curling Bonspiel. Bill Jewell was there with his ‘Chicken Poop” Bingo. Congratulations to the winners. Saturday night was the banquet and dance, then curling all night and finishing off Sunday afternoon with the last draw going at approximately 3 p.m. The winners after all that curling were as follows: Winning the “A” Event and the David Gall Trophy (above) was the Lyle Duda Team with Brenda Williams, skip, David Gwenup, lead; Sheena Rowland, 2nd and Lyle Duda third. The David Gall Trophy was presented by Daryl Roberts on behalf of his uncle, David Gall. Winners of the “B” Event was the Mindy Cameron team with Keith Evans, skip; Jodi Ertmoed, lead; Mindy Cameron 2nd and Ramon Rabadan, 3rd. Winners of the “C” Event was the Stacey Hoppins Team of Tricia Simpson, lead; Mike Hoppins, 2nd and Rob Simpson 3rd. Congratulations to all of you on a game well played! Thanks to everyone who helped and who put this whole thing together including Bryce Pennock who took care of the curling teams. It was a big job! Courtesy of Pat Buckland

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FAMILY MATTERS

Healthy Alberta www.healthyalberta.com

Relationship Checkup Most adults engage in long-term relationships, including marriage and other committed partnerships. Nearly everyone experiences difficulties in their marriage or committed relationship from time to time, but some people seem more prepared to anticipate these hard times and respond to them more skillfully than others. The Relationship Checkup is a list of 10 points that will help you evaluate your relationship. These points are based on recent research completed separately by psychologists Judith Wallerstein and John Gottman. Check off the statements that apply to your relationship, and you will quickly gain a sense of the strengths and the opportunities for improvement. 1. People in successful, long-lasting relationships invested themselves fully in the relationship. While they have positive relationships with their parents, siblings, and other relatives, they are not overly involved with them. Some signs that you have a healthy relationship with your family (not too close, not too distant) include: Your families visit when invited. Their visits are short but satisfying. You speak with family members by phone, but not too often. Family members give advice when they are asked. The following are some signs that your family may be too involved in your life. This can create problems in your relationship over time. Your family members visit too often. They stay too long. They telephone frequently. They give unsolicited advice. They drop in unannounced. 2. People in successful relationships have their own identity as a couple. There is a feeling of both togetherness and independence in the relationship. If you have developed an identity as a couple, the following things are most likely true: You feel loyal toward each other. You listen carefully to each other. You know each other’s histories. You pay attention to each other’s moods and body language. You share your thoughts and feelings. You allow each other a private space and don’t intrude on it. You respect each other as separate, autonomous people. If you have not fully developed your sense of identity as a couple, you will recognize signs like these: You are sometimes disloyal toward each other. You don’t listen carefully to each other. You don’t know very much about each other’s pasts. You ignore each other’s moods and body language. You keep your thoughts and feelings to yourselves. You sometimes invade each other’s private space. Even though you may live in the same house, it sometimes seems like you are living parallel lives. 3. Bringing children into a relationship changes it radically. Couples with children learn to successfully integrate them into their relationship. Positive signs include: You accept that there are times when you must place your own needs after the needs of your child. You do your best to stay in touch with each other emotionally and nurture your relationship. You set aside time every week for the two of you to spend time alone together. The following signs indicate that you have not fully integrated children into your relationship:

Heart Health The number-one killer of Canadian men and women is heart disease and stroke. Being active decreases your risk of heart disease and stroke. Even fairly low levels of physical activity can positively affect blood pressure, obesity, and levels of HDL (the "good" cholesterol). As our population ages, heart disease and stroke rates will continue to rise. There's never been a better time to make physical activity part of your daily routine. Source: Heart and Stoke Foundation High-Fibre Eating for Heart Health Dietary fibre is the part of plants that your body can't digest. Fibre comes in two main types: soluble or insoluble. High-fibre foods can help to decrease blood cholesterol levels and reduce the risk for heart disease. Choose foods rich in soluble fibre, such as oat products (oat bran, oatmeal), legumes (dried beans, peas, lentils), and pectin-rich fruits (apples, strawberries, citrus fruits). Source: Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada You resent the times when you must put your child’s needs ahead of your own. You are overly focused on your child. You have lost touch with each other emotionally. You hardly ever find time to be alone with your partner. 4. Every relationship is challenged by crises and life transitions. Losing a job, a death in the family, a serious accident, or other significant event can test any relationship. If your relationship has successfully navigated life’s crises and transitions, the following statements are most likely true: You never blame each other for the stress that comes with the crisis. You face difficult times as a team. You look for ways to support each other emotionally. You help each other keep your perspective when there is a crisis. You seek outside support during times of crisis (talking to friends and family, seeing a counselor, etc.). If the crises and life transitions have done harm to your relationship, you have probably experienced the following during the difficult times: One partner seems to emotionally abandon the other. One partner blames the other. One partner becomes extremely angry, worried, or anxious. You don’t seek support from people who could help you. 5. Successful relationships are safe places where anger, conflict, and differences may safely be expressed. Each partner is allowed to have and express their own views. The following signs point to this being true: You have had serious conflicts, but you have not allowed them to damage your relationship. You respect the other person’s right to stand his or her ground. You may find anger uncomfortable, but you accept that it is a part of life. In relationships where it is not safe to express conflict, the following things are true: Your conflicts have harmed your relationship. You disagree about many things but never talk about them. You both try to intimidate the other into agreeing with your point of view. Anger is so uncomfortable that you avoid it. There are no limits to what you will do when you become angry. Continued next issue… Carla Heintz is a Family School Liaison & Wellness Worker with Wolf Creek School Division. To learn more about this service, call (403) 747-2778.

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Mirror School By Stew Botsford Finally March has arrived and with it some warm and sunny weather. For the little ones, splash pants and rubber boots may be the order of the day, as ponds and puddles will soon develop. This year, Spring Break coincides with Easter, so students will be off from Good Friday on March 25th to Sunday April 3rd. Following this break, students will be in the last trimester of their school year and will be preparing for year end exams and Provincial Achievement Tests. We will be sending home some information about promoting effective study habits soon. The Mirror School homework club is still operating after school on Wednesdays from 3:40pm to 5:00pm and parents are welcome to attend. It also operates most Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays depending on whether there are students who require help. If your child requires assistance on their homework, they need to ask their teacher if they can spend some time in the library after school. As always thank you for your support and if you have questions or need assistance, please call me at the school. Parents are always the primary teachers of their children, but together we make a great team.

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Mirror School News From the Family School Liaison Program By Connie Brooks RSW, 788-3913 (Tues/Wed) or 747-2416 (evenings) Family School Liaison/Family Wellness Worker Super Star certificates were awarded to Shelby Watt, Paige French, Tristan Hayward, Jin Kim, Ariana Church, Todd Fischer, Tamara Deedman and Casey Neilson. Congratulations to these special students! The Winner’s Circle Award recipient is Jacob Kenney. Jacob is a helpful, polite and kind grade two student. Jacob is an excellent student who loves to read, and is terrific at math too! Jacob received his award in memory of Tracy, Brett and Brook, which was presented by Mr. Richard Brooks (pictured left). The Liaison Program is pleased to present the Stepping Stones Program to all students in grades three and four. The Stepping Stones Program began on February 9, 2005. Stepping Stone is a twelve week program designed to enhance communication, foster respect and develop anti-bullying skills. The program is facilitated by RDC social work student, Sharon Loree. Sharon is doing a great job of presenting the program, as the grade three and four students all agree! Girl Power continues on select Wednesdays for girls in grades 3-6. In February, girls created Valentine crafts, and held a Hawaii Day Party on March 2. Some of the fun included feasting on Hawaiian pizza, fresh fruit and banana splits, creating a sea shell craft, and participating in a hula contest for fun and prizes! Oh poi! Buddy Club enjoyed a Valentine’s Day ‘invite a friend’ party. The group snacked on Valentine cupcakes, created a Valentine craft and played BINGO. Buddy club continues to meet every Monday to review social and friendship skills. The AADAC Community Grant continues to provide recreation activity for our students. Seventeen youth are involved in after school curling lessons and held a bonspiel on March 12th, sponsored by the Liaison Program, AADAC, and Lifelong Learning. Also, two Mother & Daughter Scrapbook classes were held on February 22 and 23. Every mother /daughter pair created at least two lovely pages, and took home an album as well. Thank you to Scrapbooker’s Paradise for the donation of one door prize for each evening. Our winners were Theresa and Shyann Albers, and Ariana Church and Marilyn Lane.

Things Aren’t Always What They Seem Source Unknown A Polish man moved to the USA and married an American girl. Although his English was far from perfect, they got along very well until one day he rushed into a lawyer's office and asked him if he could arrange a divorce for him - "very quick." The lawyer said that the speed for getting a divorce would depend on the circumstances, and asked him the following questions:

A beginner computer class, taught by Windy Toews, and sponsored by Lifelong Learning, was held at the school on February 15 & 24. Thank you to the school for use of the computers! If you have any questions or concerns, or wish to meet with the liaison worker, please contact Connie at 788-3913 (Tuesdays or Wednesdays) or evenings at 747-2416, or Sharon on Mondays and Wednesdays at the school. LAWYER: "Is there any infidelity in your marriage?" POLE: "Ja, we have hi- fidelity stereo set and good DVD player." LAWYER: Does your wife beat you up?" POLE: "No, I always up before her."

LAWYER: "Have you any grounds?" POLE: "JA, JA, acre and half and nice little home."

LAWYER: "Is your wife a nagger?" POLE: "No, she white."

LAWYER: "No," I mean what is the foundation of this case?" POLE: "It made of concrete."

LAWYER: "WHY do you want this divorce?" POLE: "She going to kill me."

LAWYER: "Does either of you have a real grudge?" POLE: "No, we have carport, and not need one."

LAWYER: "What makes you think that?" POLE: "I got proof.

LAWYER: "I mean, What are your relations like?" POLE: "All my relations still in Poland."

LAWYER: "What kind of proof?" POLE: "She going to poison me. She buy a bottle at drugstore and put on shelf in bathroom. I can read, and it say, 'Polish Remover'."

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Alix MAC School Happenings Submitted by Rod Phillips

Friday, March 18, 2005

Are You Fiscally Fit? By Dawne Adkins, Director of Marketing, Community Capital How’s Your Credit? So…how’s your credit? When’s the last time you checked? Credit is not likely something you give much thought until you need it – usually when you’re about to make a large purchase such as a home, vehicle, appliances or furniture. While those big purchased are important, it’s often the little thing you purchase using your existing credit that will determine you ability to get the “big ticket items.” Using your credit cards wisely (making at least the minimum payment on time) and keeping up to date on your household bills (like utilities and phone) contribute to a positive credit rating which in turn allows you to get more credit needed to make the larger purchases.

On Thursday Feb. 24th, our Students' Union put in a Penny Carnival for our ECS to Grade 5 students. There was great fun as the students were able to participate in a number of activities. These include: hoola hoop ring toss, throwing darts at balloons, basketball shooting, hockey shooting, knocking cans over, fishing. The students were able to win tickets and then trade them in for some "goodies." Lots of smiles and activity showed this to be a really positive and enthusiastic event. Congratulation to the Students' Union for a fun-filled time and way to go to all students for having loads of fun. Photos courtesy of Alix MAC School

Good credit does not mean getting as many credit cards as you can (as a matter of fact, too much credit can work against you if you’re hoping to buy a house) but rather it means being responsible with what you do have. Repeated late payments make you a higher risk for lenders, not exactly an incentive for them to continue to give you credit. If you’re not planning a major purchase using credit it’s a good idea to check your credit rating to ensure there are no errors in your report. If you’re hoping to be making a large purchase, hold of on checking your report because each “check” can count against you. Obtaining your credit report is as simple as contacting one of the credit bureaus in the country either by mail or online. Equifax at www.equifax.ca; Northern Credit Bureau at www.creditbureau.ca or TransUnion at www.transunion.ca. 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 or visit www.communitycapital.ca

That’s Just the Way It Is Author Unknown

CROSS Author Unknown A young man was at the end of his rope, seeing no way out, he dropped to his knees in prayer. "Lord, I can't go on," he said. "I have too heavy a cross to bear." The Lord replied, "My son, if you can't bear its weight, just place your cross inside this room. Then, open that other door and pick out any cross you wish." The man was filled with relief and said, "Thank you Lord," and he did as he was told. Upon entering the other room, he saw many crosses; some so large the tops were not visible. Then, he spotted a tiny cross leaning against a far wall. "I'd like that one, Lord," he whispered. The Lord replied, "My son, that is the cross you just brought in." When life's problems seem overwhelming, it helps to look around and see what other people are coping with. You may consider yourself far more fortunate than you imagined.

Start with a cage containing five monkeys. Inside the cage, hang a banana on a string and place a set of stairs under it. Before long, one of the monkeys will go to the stairs and start to climb towards the banana. As soon as he touches the stairs, all of the monkeys are sprayed with cold water. After a while, another monkey makes an attempt with the same result - all the monkeys are sprayed with cold water. Pretty soon, none of the monkeys will try to climb the stairs. Now, put away the cold water. Remove one monkey from the cage and replace it with a new one. The new monkey sees the banana and wants to climb the stairs. To his surprise and horror, all of the other monkeys attack him. After another attempt and attack, he knows that if he tries to climb the stairs, he will be assaulted. Next, remove another of the original five monkeys and replace it with a new one. The newcomer goes to the stairs and is attacked. The previous newcomer takes part in the punishment with enthusiasm! Likewise, replace a third original monkey with a new one, then a fourth, then the fifth. Every time the newest monkey takes to the stairs, he is attacked. Most of the monkeys that are beating him have no idea why they were not permitted to climb the stairs or why they are participating in the beating of the newest monkey. After replacing all the original monkeys, none of the remaining monkeys have ever been sprayed with cold water. Nevertheless, no monkey ever again approaches the stairs to try for the banana. Why not? Because as far as they know, that's the way it's always been done around here. And that, my friends, is how company policy begins!

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VILLAGE OF ALIX COUNCIL MINUTES Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Alix Council, held on Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at 7:30 P.M. in the Village of Alix Council Chambers. Present:

Mayor Kortzman, Councillors Lapish, Lynch, Yarwood and Sheppard.

Also Present:

Terry McMullon, Municipal Administrator.

Call to Order:

Mayor Kortzman called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M..

Amendments to Agenda:

Mayor Kortzman called for amendments to the agenda.

Resolution # 058/05:

Moved by Councillor Sheppard that AUMA be contacted to cast a Proxy vote for the Village of Alix. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. d) 2005 AUMA Spring Regional Sessions

Resolution #059/05:

For: Mayor Kortzman, Councillors Yarwood, Lynch and Sheppard. Against: Councillor Lapish. MOTION CARRIED.

Approval of Agenda: Resolution #048/05:

Moved by Councillor Sheppard that Councillor Lynch and the Municipal Administrator, Terry McMullon, attend the 2005 AUMA Spring Regional Sessions on April 15, 2005.

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

Delegation:

New Business:

a) Wolf Creek School Committee b) Small Communities CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

e) ATCO “Marketing Your Organization Symposim. Resolution #060/05:

Moved by Councillor Sheppard that the information in regards to this symposium be passed on to the Marketing and Communications group. They may be interested in sending someone. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

a) Show ‘n Shine Committee f) Rocky Mountain House: Recognition of Service for Mayor Lou Soppit

The Show’n Shine Committee gave a presentation to Council in regards to the proposed Show’n Shine to be held this summer in Alix. Resolution #061/05: b) Stantec Engineering Neal Cormack of Stantec Engineering gave Council a presentation on the 49 Street Sewage Project scheduled for this summer. More information is required in regards to additional grants that may be available.

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that the Village of Alix send a congratulatory to Mayor Soppit rather than sending a representative to the function. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.. g) Chief Special Constable’s Report

Neal also gave Council a visual presentation on the MIMS project.

This item was dealt with during discussion of the Municipal Administrator’s Report. Refer to Resolution 053/05.

Presentation ended at 9:05 P.M. h) Alix Public Library Concerns Resolution #049/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that a 10 minute recess be called. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Resolution #062/05:

Mayor Kortzman called the meeting back to order at 9:15 P.M. Financial: Resolution # 050/05:

a) Accounts Payable - February 15, 2005 Moved by Councillor Lapish that the Accounts Payable dated February 15, 2005 be approved for payment as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

i) Wolf Creek School Committee Meeting: Invitation Resolution #063/05:

b) Bank Reconciliation - January 31, 2005 Resolution # 051/05:

Moved by Councillor Sheppard that the Bank Reconciliation report be accepted as presented. However, Administrator to find out why the Medical Building Term Deposit is still showing also the “ Library Funds for Roof”. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Minutes: Resolution #052/05:

Moved by Councillor Sheppard that Owen Specht be invited to Council to explain the Library’s concern in regards to the auditor’s bill. Information is also to be sought from administration staff in regards to this issue. Clarification is also to be sought in regards to Council appointments to the Alix Public Library Board. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that Councillor Lapish attend this meeting as Council’s representative. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. j) Small Communities

Resolution #064/05:

Regular Meeting - February 1, 2005

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that Mayor Kortzman and Councillor Lynch attend the Small Communities Meetings (communities less than 10,000) to be held in Swan Hills, Alberta on April 15, 16 & 17, 2005. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the minutes of the regular meeting of the Village of Alix Council, held on Tuesday, February 1, 2005 be accepted with the following amendment: Resolution #038/05: Motion to be amended to read “annual donation”. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Report submitted by Councillor Lapish

Municipal Administrator’s Report: Resolution #053/05:

Business Arising from the Minutes:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the Village of Alix Council accept the Municipal Administrator’s Report as presented.. Administrator to question Bylaw Officer’s report in regards to “derelict buildings”. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Resolution #065/05

Moved by Councillor Lynch that Councillor Lapish attend the new Trustees workshop to be held in Lacombe on February 26th. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Resolution #066/05

Moved by Councillor Lynch that the meeting go past 11:00pm CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

There was none. c) Community Hall Report

Unfinished Business:

a) Resolutions 560/04 and 009/05 d) Economic Development Committee

Resolution #054/05:

Moved by Councillor Sheppard that this item be tabled until the Administrator has determined net revenues of the gas franchise. Gas franchise revenues to be added to the revised motion. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Administration will investigate By-Laws and regulations in regards to unsightly properties and commercial buildings. Resolution #066/05

b) Tourism Red Deer “Boom Town Trail Resolution #055/05:

New Business: Resolution # 056/05:

Moved by Councillor Lapish that the Village of Alix participate in the Tourism Red Deer publication in the “Boom Town Trail” section. The Village of Alix will place information in both the “feature” and campground sector”for a total cost of $240.00. The Marketing and Economic Development Committee will be asked to compose the Feature. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. a) Municipal Administrator’s Moving Expenses Moved by Councillor Yarwood that this item should be a part of the Municipal Administrator Contract negotiations and should be tabled until a contract is negotiated and passed by the Village Council. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Correspondence:

Resolution #067/05:

a) Lacombe Municipal Ambulance Service Association b) Celebrate Canada 2005 c) Town of Bashaw d) David Thompson Health Region e) Alberta Consumer Services Division Moved by Councillor Sheppard that the Village of Alix Council accept Correspondence items (a) through (e) for information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Adjournment: Resolution #068/05:

b) Community Savings Loan 5

Moved by Councillor Sheppard that the Committee Reports be accepted as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Moved by Councillor Yarwood that this regular meeting of the Village of Alix Council be adjourned. Time, approximately 11:30 P.M.. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Council felt this item had been dealt with by Resolution in the Spring of 2004. Resolution #057/05:

Moved by Councillor Lynch that ths item be tabled until the next meeting. The Administrator will report back to Council as to whether or not this was dealt with previously. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. c) ACFA Annual General Meeting

A committee is a group of unfits appointed by the incompetent to do the unnecessary. – unknown

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TOWN OF BASHAW COUNCIL MINUTES

Friday, March 18, 2005

WHOLE HEALTH THROUGH BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT Are You a Thief? This morning when I was still musing over what I would share today in the column, my first client arrived. He looked and felt rather down. Disclosing the information that his truck had been stolen during the week revealed why he was feeling glum. The interesting aspect of this is I had been considering writing about theft. That was all the motivation I needed to realize it was an adequate topic for today. Since my husband is the first name on the alarm company list when an alarm goes off at his business, I am acutely aware of how much theft or attempts at theft take place here in the businesses of Red Deer. What interests me about theft is, why people steal from one another. Most curious, why do they steal from businessmen they often times don’t even know? Well, I suspect that is why, they don’t know them! After all, the insurance will pay for the loss, so they are not really stealing, but rather ‘relieving’ the business of product. It is thought of as terms of business… the thief just happens to be in the business of stealing.

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4-H Public Speaking By Pat Buckland The Elnora Community Hall was again very busy on the evening of February 23rd as the Elnora 4-H Beef Club Members prepared for their Public Speaking. I’m glad I wasn’t judging this year (we have 3 grandchildren in the Club) because the speeches were so interesting, well presented and hard to judge the best! The topics covered so many different areas such as Shakespeare, Rodeo, Coalbed Methane, the up-coming exchange trip for the Elnora Jr. High students, Farming, Hockey, the Bizmark, Vlad the Impaler (there were a few ‘gross’ comments on that one), Entertainment Favorites, Hiking, the Underground to Canada, B.S.E., Friends, Video games and their impact on kids, and having grandparents stay for 2 weeks. The Impromptu speeches were also very well presented and they are so hard to do! Dana Roberts was the M.C. and she did an excellent job. The winners were: Junior - 1st, Kaitlyn Buckland; 2nd - Alexandra Silbernagel; 3rd - Holly Smith.

Well then, what about the effects of stealing? As you know I work with energy, and I believe balance is important. If I take something that belongs to you, am I going to have to pay the price sooner or later? The answer is inevitably and loudly a resounding ‘yes!’ Simply because your mind and heart always know what you did. You will know you did wrong, and silently punish yourself. You will do so even when you are not aware you are doing it. Have you ever wondered why people who make it a habit of stealing tend to lead dysfunctional lives? Could it be that they cannot look themselves in the eye and hold their head up because they feel unworthy? Could tattered self-esteem be the price one pays for stealing? Have you noticed that people who habitually steal, tend to travel together? Have you noticed those who steal seem to oftentimes blame the ‘system’ and others for everything? They struggle with responsibility for themselves and their lives? Oftentimes their marriages are unstable, or non-existent, their families fractured and distant. Many of them when caught will blame their childhoods, their parents, their teachers…etc….. Hmmmm… which really comes first…. The low self-esteem or the thefts? Could it be that once you stop trying to take the easy way out in life… that only then can you hold your head up and be proud? And finally, could it be that the challenges and hardships all of us go through at some point in our lives carry more value than we realize in the solidity of our selves and our community? So I ask again… are you a thief?? Can you change??

Intermediate - 1st - Lisa Armstrong; 2nd Colin Maxwell; 3rd - Dianna Maxwell.

Senior - 1st - Zack Brabbins; 2nd Blake Roberts; 3rd Quinn Buckland.

Until next time…. Namaste from Sharyn "Any experience can be transformed into something of value." Vash Young SHARYN LEMASURIER RMT CHT, is a Registered Health Practitioner, and Metaphysical Teacher certified in Massage Therapy, Reiki, Reflexology, Talk Therapy, Regression and Deep Relaxation Therapy. She is also a Western Intuitive Feng Shui Consultant. THE STUDIO HOLISTIC HEALTH CENTRE, serves Red Deer and area. Licensed and registered with AMTWP, medical insurance claims are welcome for massage therapy and reflexology. Located on Gasoline Alley (South Hill) next to Uncle Ben’s RV Sales. All sessions are BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Please call 403-3436679. www.thestudiohhc.com

The first two will go on to Zones. Zones for the Juniors was on March 11, for the Intermediates on March 4th and Seniors Zones were at the Elnora Hall on March 9th. All of you 4-Hers did extremely well. Congratulations on your preparation and hard work and as many Judges say “keep up the good work”!

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MARCH 2005 SUN.

MON.

Medical Clinic Monday & Wednesdays 9:30 - noon

Seniors’ Drop In

Appointments: 747-2130

6

Mon. - Sat. 1:30 - 4:30 pm

7

Pancake Breakfast Alix Drop In

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TUES.

1

Tara Barclay Kevin Kullman Jack Lymbery

14 Blue Box pickup

2 Marg Reynolds Time for Tots 10 am @ E-Free

Council Meeting

9 Time for Tots 10 am @ E-Free

Floor Curling 7:30 pm ACH

Drop-In Birthday 2:30

Pictures @ United Church.

16

Call Jean McDermand 747-2347 if you want a family portrait taken

Figure Skating Carnival 2:00 pm @ Arena

ALIX MIXED OPEN Mar. 21 - 26

Blue Box pickup

22

27

28

Time for Tots 10 am

Ramona Gartner Yoga @ the Library 5:15 - 6:15 pm

Ken Sutley Brandy Reed

EASTER! Rick Beamish

Blue Box pickup Alix Ag. Society

23 Murray Menage

Floor Curling 7:30 pm ACH

Time for Tots 10 am @ E-Free School Talent Night 7:00 pm Sr. Gym

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17 St. Patrick’s Day

Bud Bargholz

Chamber of Commerce noon @ United Church

WI meets @1:30

Yoga @ the Library 5:15 - 6:15 pm

Sarah Duffy

Council Meeting

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Susan Russell Bill Walsh Lynda Marshall Yoga @ the Library 5:15 - 6:15 pm

Lions Club (Dinner Mtg)

Floor Curling 7:30 pm

20

Ryan Lyle

10

Ed Love Diane Wilton

15

THURS.

3

Earl & Bonnie Docherty

Floor Curling 7:30 pm

8

Blue Box pickup

WED.

30

Deanne Lyle Floor Curling 7:30 pm ACH

WORD SEARCH - Flowers

Time for Tots 10 am @ E-Free

24 Yoga @ the Library 5:15 - 6:15 pm Lions Club

31 Linda Garrett Doug & Dixie Simpson

Yoga @ the Library 5:15 - 6:15 pm

FRI.

4

SAT.

5

PAPER DAY!

11 Tom Reynolds Chance Taylor

Paper Deadline

18 Stephen Nielsen Jack Nielsen

PAPER DAY!

25 Good Friday!

Waste

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

12 Initiation Hockey 8 am

When In Saskatchewan @ 6:30 @ Library

19 Delana Russell Initiation Hockey 10 am (boys vs moms)

Easter Market 9 - 2:00 pm

26 Juanita Hougestol

Paper Deadline ALIX BOTTLE DEPOT

Lions Spring Pub Night

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

Boys of St. James Gate

747-2794

Apr. 2nd Alix Community Hall Tickets $20 @ Alix Home Hardware