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AREA ADVISOR ~ Our Community Calendar MONDAY 1st & 4th Monday - Quilting 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. Griffiths Memorial Centre, Black Diamond. 403-933-4036. ------------------------------------------------------9:30am Floor Curling Valley Neighbours Club 403-933-4445. -------------------------------------------------------9:30 ~ 10:45 YOGAfor beginners and all levels, Millarville. Margit 403-931-3649. -------------------------------------------------------10:30 ~ 11:30am Creative Writing - Cecily Fowlie Sheep Creek Arts Council 403-9382032. ------------------------------------------------------11:00am - 11:45am Chair Exercises. Griffiths Memorial Centre, Black Diamond. 403-933-4036. ------------------------------------------------------12:30 ~ 1:30 YOGAfor beginners and all levels, Priddis Community Hall, drop ins welcome. Margit 403-931-3649. -------------------------------------------------------1:00 ~ 3:00pm Decorative Painting Sheep CreekArts Council 403-938-2032. -------------------------------------------------------1:00pm Euchre Valley Neighbours Club 403-933-4445. -------------------------------------------------------1:00pm Story time for 3 to 5 year olds. Sheep River Library. 403-933-3278. -------------------------------------------------------7:00pm 2nd & 4th week of month Games Night Valley Neighbours Club 403-9334445.
----------------------------------------------TUESDAY 1st & 3rd/every month 7:00 & 7:30pm Lions Club Meeting at Legion. Contact Don at 403-931-3587. -------------------------------------------------------2nd/every month 1:15pm Sheep River Library Book Club 403-933-3278. --------------------------------------------------------
2nd/every month 7:30pm Millarville Horticultural Club (9x per year) Gail 403-9333798. -------------------------------------------------------2nd/every month Foothills Search & Rescue Meeting Oilfields General Hospital. -------------------------------------------------------2nd/every month 7:00pm Legion Executive Meetings 403-933-4600. -------------------------------------------------------2nd/every month 8:00pm Legion General Membership Meetings 403-933-4600. -------------------------------------------------------2nd/every month Coffee Chatter Nanton SNAPS Orvella Small 403-603-3232. -------------------------------------------------------2nd Tuesday 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Business Meeting Griffiths Memorial Centre, Black Diamond. 403-933-4036. -------------------------------------------------------3rd/every month Coffee Chatter Okotoks SNAPS Orvella Small - 403-603-3232. -------------------------------------------------------3rd/every month (9x year) Valley Neighbours Gardening Club 403-933-7131. -------------------------------------------------------9:30 ~ 11am - Yoga in Longview. Kendra 403-558-3696. -------------------------------------------------------Noon ~ 1pm - Free hot soup at St. George's Church Hall, south of the RBC, Turner Valley - 403-933-3970 or 403-933-3591. -------------------------------------------------------1:30pm Knitting Club Sheep Creek Arts Council 403-938-2032. -------------------------------------------------------1:00pm Whist & Bridge Valley Neighbours Club 403-933-4445. -------------------------------------------------------6:00 ~ 7:00pm Belly Dancing Sheep Creek Arts Council 403-938-2032 -------------------------------------------------------7:00 ~ 8:00pm - Red Deer Lake Community Centre - Boot Camp for all levels - Patti: 403-931-2373. --------------------------------------------------------
7:00 ~ 9:00pm 1st & 3rd week of month. Scrapbooking Sheep Creek Arts Council 403-933-3947. -------------------------------------------------------7:00 ~ 8:30pm YOGA Beginners and all levels, Priddis Community Hall, drops in welcome. Margit 403-931-3649. --------------------------------------------------------7:30pm Last/every month. Legion Ladies Auxiliary 403-933-4564. -------------------------------------------------------7:30 ~ 9:30pm Last/month Camera Club Sheep CreekArts Council 403-933-2407.
----------------------------------------------Jan 18th -- OHS - Last day of Senior High classes for this semester. ----------------------------------------------Jan 25th at 3:00 pm - Oilfields Food Bank AGM at the United Church in Turner Valley. Call Ida for more information: 938-7713. ----------------------------------------------WEDNESDAY
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1:00 ~ 3:00pm Open Painting Sheep Creek Arts Council 403-933-3947. -------------------------------------------------------1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Cards - Griffiths Memorial Centre, Black Diamond. 403-933-4036. -------------------------------------------------------5:00 ~ 7:30pm Fish & Chip Night / Crib at 7:30pm Legion Turner Valley 403-9334564. -------------------------------------------------------6:00 ~ 7:00pm World Diva Workout Sheep CreekArts Council 403-938-2032. -------------------------------------------------------6:30 ~ 7:30pm TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Valley Neighbours Club. -------------------------------------------------------7:00 ~ 8:30pm 1st/month. Youth Auxiliary Legion Turner Valley 403-933-3739. -------------------------------------------------------7:30 ~ 9:30pm Decorative Painting Sheep CreekArts Council 403-938-2032.
Jan 26th -- Treasure Island performance at OHS by Gr. 7-9 Drama. ----------------------------------------------Starts at 1;00 pm. $5 or a food Jan 27th Family Literacy Day. Varibank donation. ous Venues. 403-652-5090. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THURSDAY FRIDAY 2nd Wednesday Pot Luck Luncheon - 8:30am The Seniors Alpine Ski Club ski Mt. 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Griffiths Memorial Centre, Black Diamond. 403-933-4036. ------------------------------------------------------8:45am The Seniors Alpine Ski Club ski Nakiska, meet at "Calgary Recycles" (off the Trans Canada) to carpool. www.seniorsalpineskiclub.com ------------------------------------------------------8:45 ~ 10:00am - YOGA, Beginners and all levels, Millarville Community Hall, drop in welcome. Margit 403 931 3649. -------------------------------------------------------9:30 ~ 12:00 a.m. Floor Curling Griffiths Memorial Centre, Black Diamond. 403933-4036. ------------------------------------------------------10:30am ~ 3:30pm 1st & 3rd week of month. Diamond Valley Quilt Club Sheep
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Feed The Need
By Todd Curran Although more families than ever needed to use the Oilfields Food Bank services, the organization had a banner year for donations. “We gave out 347 hampers to 642 adults and 290 children this year,” says Ida Wegelin of the Oilfields Food Bank. “Twenty-eight new clients show the increasing need for what we do.” Forty volunteers rallied to fill Christmas hampers for 102 families in need. “We owe a big Thank You
to all the volunteers and donors who contributed food, money, gifts and time to the success of the Food Bank,” Ida says. “Volunteerism has remained strong over Christmas and throughout the rest of the year.” Receiving more support from the community at large, Ida highlights that 2010 food donations are the highest they've ever been. “The Fire Department pickup was really good,” she says. “There was more participation this year but we can always use donations because it's a year-round
project and usage is up. We don't just operate at Christmas time.” The new GIFTS program launched by Suzan Nagel of FCSS Black Diamond and Nyree Bond of the Salvation Army of the Foothills based in High River also saw success over the holiday season. Gifts collected in Oilfields area were sent to High River for sorting and packaging, along with money donated to purchase gifts needed to fill the bags. “This is the first year doing this and it went really well,” says Ida. “We picked up the gift bags in High
River and put them with the food hampers for our Diamond Valley clients.” The Oilfields Food Bank assists clients of all ages and is open every Tuesday afternoon from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for people to pick up hampers. Their annual AGM is being held on January 25th at 3:00 pm in the United Church on Royal Avenue in Turner Valley. Anyone interested in participating or learning more about the Food Bank is welcome to attend. Call Ida at 403-9387713 for more information.
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on Saturday, February 5th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Anyone who wishes to donate some of these items, can bring them to the Church Hall (south of the 4-way stop) in Turner Valley on Tuesday, February 1st and Wednesday, February 2nd from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. We will
not be accepting any Readers Digest or Encyclopedias. This sounds like a lot of fun, so hope to see there on the 5th of February. Submitted by Gail Briggs St. George's Anglican Guild
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Student FundScrip Rides Magic School Bucks that store. Sobeys, Esso, can be carried on to the By Todd Curran Ding Dong. “Were you in the shower? Great. We're collecting bottles for a school field trip.” “We're selling chocolate covered ants to purchase new uniforms for our porcupine wrestling team.” Between school fees, sports fees, grad fees and trip fees, students and parents are constantly participating in fundraisers to keep costs down, which means everyone they know is also participating. Now, you're probably thinking, 'Todd, if my kid has to hawk fake Rolexes on a street corner to get to the jamboree, then that's what he's gonna do - you handsome devil!' Well thank you, but what if I told you there was a better way? FundScrip is a new program that puts a percentage of what you (or people you know) spend at certain stores towards fees of a student of your choice. It doesn't cost more, these are stores you already shop at, and the only catch is that you pay with a gift card for
The Bay, Chapters and dozens of other stores make it easy to earn money for your child's education and extra curricular activities. Leading the use of this revolutionary program is Oilfields High School Councilor Paulette Morck, who tracks the amounts that participants are earning through FundScrip. “An average family can earn about $350 a year in free money using this program,” she says. “100% of your earnings will be credited back to your child's school based programs and you can also get family and friends to buy gift cards from you to earn even more money.” The money goes into accounts that can be accessed by parents, doubling as a budgeting tool. “If you know you spend $200 per month on groceries and $100 on gas, you can buy your gift cards in advance,” says Paulette. “If your account has paid all the fees for your child or children and there is still money left over, the funds
next year, be donated to a student in need or go toward benefitting the school in general. Any member of the community can contribute.” Your cards can be ordered through Paulette, who places orders on the last Wednesday of every month or online. They are delivered to Oilfields High School approximately one week later, conveniently available for pickup or sent home with the student you’re sponsoring. It’s that easy! Five easy steps at www.fundscrip.com take you from registering for the program to ordering gift cards, earning money for your student. The process is private, safe and secure, and remember, reducing fees through FundScrip doesn't cost you anything extra! For additional information on the FundScrip program visit: www.fundscrip.com or contact Paulette Morck at 403-938-4973.
Millarville-Stockland 4-H Beef Club
By Hunter Egeland On Wednesday, December 8th, the Millarville Stockland 4H Beef club held their general meeting at the Millarville Hall, where we received our record books for the year. On Friday, December 17th, our club held t h e i r Christmas party at Laser Quest in Calgary. At Laser Quest, you get a pack that goes over your shoulders and has 5 places on it that people can shoot you with their laser gun that is attached to the pack. When you get hit, you are out of the game for 5 seconds, nobody can shoot you but you can't shoot anyone either. Everyone playing has to make up code names so when someone hits you, you don't know who it actually is. We played 2 rounds
so we got to pick 2 different code names. For the first round, my code name was Clay, which is my horse's name, and my name for the second round was Gillian, my heifer's name. After our games, we went to the party room. A BIG thanks to the
Campbell family for bringing the pop and ordering the pizza - it was yummy! This year, we also did Secret Santa. At our last meeting before the Christmas party, everyone picked a name out of a hat and did not tell anyone. I
got Shaelynn and when Shaelynn told me that she got me as well, I was amazed at the coincidence. My gift was a gingerbread house-making kit and a pair of warm fuzzy socks from Shaelynn! I got Shaelynn a chocolate bar, reindeer ears and warm socks! We had a great night! My heifer, Gillian, is doing really well. She is in with 17 other heifers, but she has figured out if she pushes her way to the front of the crowd, we let her out the gate and give her a tub of grain all to herself. She is still eating about 10 pounds a day and gaining about 2 pounds of body weight a day. Our regular meeting is January the 12th. Happy New Year to everyone!
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Nothing less than a professional calibre performance is expected from students in Foothills Composite High School / Alberta High School of Fine Arts' upcoming production of Les Misérables. Students and staff directors have been preparing, even before the start of the school year, for this enormous undertaking. Les Misérables will be one of the crowning achievements of Main Stage – only a handful of high school programs are capable of producing this epic and powerful musical which runs from February 4th to 19th, 2011. This blockbuster show is based on Victor Hugo's classic novel about ex-convict Jean Valjean. He attempts to start a new life, through the tumult of revolutionary France, yet is relentlessly pursued by policeman Javert. This story is one of the most powerful and exciting ever published; Les Misérables remains a timeless classic for all nations since being penned in 1862. Alain Boublil and ClaudeMichel Schonberg's brilliant stage adaptation, in collaboration with Herber Kretzmer, has caught the essence of Hugo's work precisely. The musical is now more accessible to modern audiences in the school version which is exclusively available through Music Theatre International. Les Mis showcases a Tony award winning score including the songs “I Dreamed a Dream”, “Castle on a Cloud”, “One Day More”, “Master of the House” and “Bring him Home”. The strenuous preparation and rehearsal schedule demands that the students are especially prepared before classes begin each day. Musicians and
actors have thirty-two pieces of music to master before opening in February. Music Director, Nicole Hounjet, held orchestral auditions last June and the directing team held cast auditions prior to school starting in September. When asked why the FCHS/AHSFA Directors chose Les Misérables, their response was unanimous. “Few high schools would ever attempt this beautiful but demanding musical. We feel that the vocal and dramatic training these Main Stage students have been given in the past couple of years confirms our belief that if there was any group of individuals who could pull it off, it would be this years' crew!” No pressure there! But the performers are truly up for the challenge. Hounjet says “this is perhaps one of the most perplexing scores to interpret because it requires such sensitivity and sophistication in terms of musicality. I am so impressed with the student musicians who are so eager to meet this challenge.” The show will not only be demanding musically, yet dramatically. Artistic and Technical Director, Mr. James Keary, is requiring that students go beyond the performance to immerse themselves in the lives of the characters. The directors' decision to perform Les Mis was, in part, due to the universal themes reflecting the frailty of human nature and personal life choices. Keary was initially apprehensive about the show's somewhat provocative content yet it is reflective of the era and the period's prejudices toward various social classes. Despite those cautions, the show's universal message is most worthy to
deliver. Keary and his cast strive to impart Hugo's strong message of the need for mercy and forgiveness lessons from which we could all learn. As lyrically shared in the show, we can all “remember the truth that once was spoken: to love another person, is to see the face of God”. The collaboration necessary to deliver the show's philosophically challenging message involves tremendous effort on a day to day basis. Technical Theatre students, twenty-three in all, have been diligently working on production elements of the show including costume and set design, theatrical makeup and lighting. Under the guidance of Choreography Director, Mrs. Kelly van Sluys, and Ms Hounjet, the talented performers have been learning the demanding vocal score and movement. Mr. Keary has been busy with the acting and blocking portion; rehearsals will continue on an onerous schedule until opening night February 4th. The Main Stage Parent Guild are also tremendous contributors through co-ordinating ticket sales, front of house, the Gala evening, fund raising and set construction. On a school basis, a major portion of FCHS/AHSFA students are exposed to Main Stage productions through roles as performers, staging assistants or as fans. Teachers, outside the program, also donate considerable time with supervision and production support. Few other programs offered at the high school level reach so many within a learning community; that involvement reflects its value. Main Stage promotes the concepts of leadership, accountability and
confidence building as well as develops strong communication and time management skills. Main Stagers must make a considerable commitment beyond what is ordinarily offered in comparable school programs, while meeting all their curricular requirements. This extra investment pays off in large ways. There are the obvious ones, such as students consistently delivering quality productions and for some, preparing to pursue careers in professional theatre. Yet, Main Stage students also benefit outside of theatre walls. Employers and post secondary education institutions agree that the life skills acquired in Main Stage are extremely desirable. The Directors of this year's Main Stage production of Les Mis know that their students will go "beyond the barricade” as they bring 1815 to life. The show will be a most proud achievement; students will surely “hear the people sing” of their accomplishment for many years to come. Tickets for Les Mis go on sale commencing December 8th; just in time for Christmas giving. The production runs February 4th, 8th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 15th, 17th, 18th & 19th, 2011, with Gala (dinner and show) on February 5th, 2011. Tickets for evening shows are $20; shows start at 7:00pm. Gala costs $45.00; dinner is at 5:30pm with show to follow. Tickets can be ordered by calling the Ticket Line @ (403) 540-6574 or you can email mainstagetickets@hotmail .com
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Dog owners have until January 31 to purchase the new 2011 dog tags before late filing penalties apply. Protective Services would also like to remind all dog owners to please clean up after their dogs. Make sure you carry bags with you. It's up to each of us to do our part in keeping Black Diamond clean and beautiful.
Members at Large Needed The Town of Black Diamond currently has vacancies for Volunteer Members on the following Committees: Economic Development Committee (EDC) – 1 vacancy Sustainable Black Diamond Advisory Committee Parks & Recreation Board If you are interested in becoming involved with any of these committees, please contact the Town Office at 403-933-4348 or info@town.blackdiamond.ab.ca. We need committed people to continue the tradition of caring for our community and its residents.
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Town of Black Diamond Council Budget Meetings Budget meetings will begin on Tuesday January 18th, 2011 at 9:30 am until 2:30 pm. Additional dates, as required, will be posted on the Town's website www.town.blackdiamond.ab.ca and if time allows, advertised in the Gateway Gazette. For further information, please contact Verna Staples 403-933-4348.
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Views on Vision By Dr. Charles A. Boulet
What Is A Reading Disability? What is a reading disability? Is this an imaginary thing? It seems with each passing year, school resources are stretched ever further to accommodate and treat children with reading problems. Likewise for postsecondary institutions. While there is a difference between a 'learning disability' and a 'reading disability', reading today IS learning. That is, for the most part, instruction (teaching) is based on transmission of knowledge and understanding through printed text (paper, electronic, or in any other form). Furthermore, for the most part, learning (student understanding and retention of knowledge) is assessed through primarily textbased means such as written exams, essays, and so forth. So it follows that
any block to reading is an impediment to learning in the traditional classroom. In clinic, we distinguish between a reading 'impediment' and a reading 'disability'. Both can be defined as factors that impact negatively upon reading (learning). The difference, however, is that impediments can be overcome given the right circumstances. A disability, on the other hand, is permanent and intractable. There are many definitions of 'reading disability', but the primary reference for most physicians in this area, (the DSM-IVTR) defines 'Reading Disorder' as requiring three criteria (paraphrased): A. Reading achievement is substantially below that expected on standardized tests, given the person's age, measured intelligence and
age-appropriate education. B. The disturbance in 'A' significantly interferes with academic achievement or activities of daily living that require reading skills. C. If there is some other physical/medical problem present, the reading difficulties are in excess of what is usually associated with it. Put another way, we might say dyslexia is a severe delay in reading in an otherwise normal child - in spite of the efforts of parents, teachers and doctors. (We'll focus on school children for the time being, though adults are equally impacted by reading difficulties.) When it comes to dyslexia, there are more questions than answers. Even the definition itself is con-
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stantly evolving and in perpetual dispute. However, we do know some things. For starters, not all children with a 'severe delay in reading' have dyslexia, even though they may have been diagnosed (labeled) with dyslexia. Some estimates suggest between 5% and 10% of the population is affected by dyslexia, but this figure depends on how dyslexia is defined, how it is tested, and who is doing the assessments (motive and training are important factors for anyone assessing dyslexia). These estimates are high, I feel, and reflect more accurately the number of people who have trouble learning to read AND those with dyslexia, as opposed to those with pure dyslexia alone. Dyslexia, true dyslexia, is exceedingly rare. But regardless of the accuracy of the diagnosis, virtually all children with a dyslexia diagnosis receive ongoing remedial training in and out of school at great expense to taxpay-
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ers and parents, and potentially great costs to the child's self-esteem. Frequently, assessments of reading ability and acquisition are fairly narrowly focused on the act itself - is this child having trouble reading? If the answer is 'yes', then we can simplify our lives as parents and healthcare professionals by applying a diagnostic label (dyslexia) and put our faith in science to come up with a solution. (Indeed, some researchers have suggested that different medications might solve things in a tidy and easyto-administer solution for parents, teachers, doctors and school administrators). In focusing our attention this way, we tend to view reading disability as the problem (or the 'disease', to take a western medical viewpoint) and not an artifact or 'symptom' of other intruding factors or disease. Furthermore, by ignoring the elephant in the room (the possibility that dysfunctional read-
ing is not dyslexia), we miss out on the opportunity to solve the immediate problem - the fact that the child is having trouble learning to read due to some modifiable reason. If you treat it and it disappears, was it really there to begin with? There are many reasons why a child might have trouble learning to read. If you eliminate these factors and the child can now keep up with their peers, then the dyslexia diagnosis is obviated - except, perhaps, as a means to permit the continuation of remedial therapeutic care. In the next article in this series, I will look at a number of reasons why children have difficulty learning to read, including dyslexia. Dr. Boulet is an optometrist and owner-operator of Diamond Valley Vision Care in Black Diamond (403-933-5552 or info@dvvc.ca.) He is also a former high school teacher and continues to work with children who have trouble learning.
Sheep River Library Is Moving In only six weeks or so, the Sheep River Library will be moving to a new home in Turner Valley. The vinyl flooring is complete and the stone work on the fireplace is done. Rug should be put into the children's area and around the fireplace the middle of January. Jeff Paul of Spring Creek Woodworking has done a masterful job of creating cupboards for the back room work area, the circulation desk, meeting rooms and the Community Archives. A few of these lockable storage spaces are still available for community groups to keep their association documents. Just register your group with one of the librarians and the space will be yours! Volunteers Gearing up for the Move: Several teams of volunteers are preparing to assist in the huge task of moving. Several volunteers will be taking training sessions this month in shelf reading so that they will be able to move the 19 thousand
items currently on our shelves, in an orderly manner to their new home. These individuals will be part of the team that will keep our publications in order in the future. Other volunteers will be helping with phoning. And another team will be helping with the reading garden, entrance flower pots and the indoor plants that we are hoping will be donated to the library. Courses: You many have noticed in the Foothills Continuing Education Council program booklet that there are no courses being offered at Sheep River Library during January and February. This is due to the fact that packing will begin this month. We apologize for the inconvenience. However, registration is underway for the March programs which include Book Buddies for little children, Fly Fishing on Wednesdays, A Career Expo on March 3rd by the McBride Career Group, the first 2011 Travel Talk on Demark and Nigel Douglas's look at Alberta's Grizzly Bears – Science, Politics and Public
Engagement. Watch this space for many more upcoming spring programs including photography, how to manage digital photographs and how to handle Facebook and emails. Volunteers Planning MORE Programs: Terrific Tuesday Talks is a series of presentations (talks, stories, slide presentations, poetry reading) that will be held the fourth Tuesday of every month from 2 till 3:30 pm. Volunteer presenters, coordinated by Doris Daley, will entertain the group while another team of volunteers will serve up coffee and goodies. This salute to senior's event will start the fourth Tuesday of March, so mark your calendar. Working with the Boys and Girls Club, the library will begin offering Saturday Matinees from 1 till 3:00 pm … a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon on a wintery day. Family Literacy Day: Throughout the region, many agencies will be celebrating Family Literacy Day on January 27th. Check out page 17 and
page 71 of the Foothills Continuing Education Booklet, for great Family Day Literacy activities. Page 17 lists the activities that you could engage in throughout the month. Page 71 is the chart that you can fill out during the month. Turn this chart into the library on the 27th to collect your gift of participation. If you complete more than 20 spaces, you can receive more than one gift. Check out Literacy for Life Foundation website at www.litforlife.com. Come and join the fun. Fundraising: The Friends of the Sheep River Library are completing their Tiles for Smiles project. Two paint days have been scheduled for this month which will complete the painting part of the project. Tiles will be installed early in February near the children's section of the new facility. While this is the end of this huge community endeavour, fundraising still continues. The library is still in need of money to complete the furnishing of this magnificent facility in order to make it completely functional.
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Fortis Donates Desktops Understanding how important community libraries are to residents in the areas they serve, FortisAlberta is helping the Sheep River Library provide the best resources and most current technology possible for the community. In support of the new Library in Turner Valley, FortisAlberta donated eight refurbished desktop computers on January 7th.
Left to right: Diane Osberg, Sheep River Library; Merlin MacNaughton, FortisAlberta; Holly Quan, Friends of Sheep River Library
Contributions can be made to the Friends of the Sheep River Library Foundation by contacting Holly Quan at 933-5811. Some of the requirements are a floor cleaning device, vacuum cleaner, more comfortable chairs, meeting room chairs, video-
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New Year's Eve Family Celebration Thank You The Town of Turner Valley would like to thank all of the sponsors of the High Country Family New Year's Eve Celebration Event for their generous contributions: Foothills Lions Club, Planet Petroleum, Skyline Design, Terry Moore, CIR Realty A special thank you to Karen Brewka, Kim Davies, Heather Pfeil, Kelly Tuck, Jan and Dewy Matthews, the members of the Foothills Lions Club, Turner Valley Public Works staff, Fire Department and Patrol Services for their help in making the event such a huge success and fun for all.
Garbage Pickup Reminder · Please place your cart out front at your pick-up location by 7:30 a.m. on your collectionNew day. Year's Eve Family Celebration · Your collection day (Tuesday or Wednesday) will depend Thank on Youyour location. You may access the schedule online at www.turnervalley.ca or call the would town shop at The Town of Turner Valley like to 403-933-5732 information. thank all offorthe sponsors of the High · Keep litter in itsFamily place, bag andYear's tie all your Country New Eve household waste.Event Smallfor grocery do Celebration theirbags generous not contributions: have to be placed into a standard garbage bag for use with the cart program. AnyFoothills style of bag willClub, do. Planet Petroleum, Lions · All your waste mustTerry fit inMoore, the cartCIR and the Skyline Design, Realty lid must close. NO additional waste will be collected. Please advantage of our A special thanktake youfull to Karen Brewka, Kim Recycle Centre located atKelly 106 Royal Avenue Davies, Heather Pfeil, Tuck, Jan and NE (East of the Fire Dewyside Matthews, theHall). members of the Foothills Lions Club, Turner Valley Public Be a Works good neighbour bring and Patrol staff, Fire and Department your Services cart homefor by their the end of in making the help the collection event suchday. a huge success and fun for all.
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Failure to scoop your dog's feces is a bylaw violation! Scooping only takes a moment of your time and is a small thing to do to continue to make your dog welcome in the Town of Turner Valley. Joggers, bikers, walkers, other dog owners and even your dog will thank you. Dogs and children can get worms from the droppings of other pets. Be a responsible pet owner.
2011 Animal Licenses & Business Licenses due for Renewal Hats off to Dan Denning! The Town of Turner Valley extends a hearty thank you to Dan Denning for donating his time and hard work in clearing and flooding the outdoor skating rink for the public's enjoyment. Hats off to Dan a great community volunteer!
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Travel Tracks
By Dave Heron
Politics, Religion & Lost Luggage
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Three arguments that will never see a win or an even draw of understanding. Politics is an easy one to dodge - someone once said the biggest problem with the voting public was ignorance and apathy to which I responded I don't know and frankly didn't care. The moment I mention I'm an agnostic dyslexic that doesn't believe in the existence of a dog as a Higher Power - the crowd distances themselves from me and I avoid getting drawn in. Lost luggage on the other hand is an item that finds its way into my life on a daily basis. I'm half way towards understanding some of the reasons a passenger's 'home away from home' goes AWOL: -multi-million dollar software capable of reading Tolstoy's War and Peace that in a nanosecond displays an apparent inability to read a baggage tag marked Cancun and sends said bag to Cucamonga California. -the implementation of a charge for a 2nd piece of checked baggage resulting in carry-on bags now weighing more than the passengers themselves which puts the aircraft at maximum takeoff weight before any checked bags are loaded. -baggage handlers at some airports that earn less than the kid pouring coffee at the airport cafeteria. And while I grudgingly accept that lost and/or misrouted luggage is a sad reality in today's mass transit environment, I'm not convinced there isn't a solution. Airlines have been nickel
and diming passengers for years - in fact it's gotten to the point where there are so many miscellaneous a-lacarte options offered at time of booking, most passengers are now hitting the "skip all options" button and just booking the basics. How's this for a concept? Limit the amount of carry on cabin baggage to 1 piece per passenger with a maximum weight of say, 15 lbs and begin enforcing the restriction. This now reduces the weight of the upstairs cargo by some 3800 lb on the average 150 seat aircraft over what appears to be getting hauled on board at present. "But I need all this with me in case you once again lose my luggage". Not necessarily. Airlines have no problem charging and passengers no problem paying : -$30 for advance seat selection -$12 for a day old chicken wrap and dried biscuit -$7 for a blanket -$20 for a 2nd checked bag -$5 for a 30 cent headset The 1st airline to offer a LUGGAGE GUARANTEE will reap some hefty benefits. Here's how it would work. At time of booking, passengers are given an option for say $25 to purchase GUARANTEED BAGGAGE space for 1 bag. Airlines take note - as per the calculations above when enforcing the carry on limit, you've now got some 3800 lb of unused weight space to work with. That's 76 pieces of baggage. At $25 each that generates close to $2000.
Now up the ante. The GUARANTEE is that if for whatever reason your bag doesn't arrive, the airline refunds half the cost of your ticket. People are gamblers. On a 150 passenger aircraft, two thirds of the passengers will take the gamble and bet against the airline being able to live up to its guarantee and purchase the option. That's an additional revenue stream of $2500 per flight. Worst case scenario for the passenger is that their luggage will actually arrive when they do. Worst case scenario for the airline is that if they screw up, they're forced to correct a situation which currently costs them more than refunding half the flight cost would anyhow. On the other hand, knowing airlines as I do, I can just see the end result of this one. 150 bags arrive in Cancun. 149 passengers get off the flight. "Where's Freddy?" "Uh - I think we left him behind in Calgary - we were overweight in the baggage hold".
Adios until next time Dave Heron Dave Heron is the owner and operator of: Pace Setter Travel & Tours (1995) Inc; P.O. Box 612, 49 Elizabeth Street, Okotoks. Tel: 403.938.5454 Toll Free: 1.800.206.7223. Fax: 403.938.5568 Email: pacesetter@nucleus.com
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Ted Menzies, Member of Parliament for Macleod, was sworn in by the Right Honourable Stephen Harper, Prime Minister of Canada, as Minister of State (Finance). Prime Minister Harper completed a minor cabinet shuffle at Rideau Hall where he recognized Menzies' hard work over the past three years while assisting The Minister of Finance, Jim Flaherty, as Canadians have continued to weather the economic uncertainty. “Ted's new role as Minister of State for Finance recognizes the increasing work load that he
has undertaken while serving as Flaherty's Parliamentary Secretary during the challenges of the global recession. In this new role Ted will continue his exemplary work with Minister Flaherty on all of his responsibilities.” Harper continued, “including finalizing budget 2011 in order to continue to ensure we emerge strongly from the global recession, and to do so during a period of fiscal restraint.” “I thank the Prime Minister for this opportunity and I look forward to continuing to serve the residents of Macleod and fellow Canadians in my new
capacity as Minister of State for Finance” said Menzies when asked of his new position. “I am honoured to be given this new mandate and will continue to work hard on Canadian's number one priority: the economy.” Menzies looks forward to assisting the Minister of Finance in finalizing Budget 2011 as well as in supporting Minister Flaherty and the Government as we move towards balanced budgets. For further information, please contact the Office of Ted Menzies at (613) 995-8471, or visit www.tedmenzies.ca
Longview Link The Blue Sky Motel in Longview was the recipient of the Alberta Hotel and Lodging Good House keeping Award for 2010. Our congratulations to Lorna and Brian and best wishes to all residents and business owners in 2011! Our Light up Longview, Christmas Party and Memorial Tree were all great successes with the help of our many VOLUNTEERS. We can never give enough thanks to those who give their time to make these events possible. Christmas in the Park was also a great success with the wagon rides, great music, warm bonfire and temperatures much more seasonal than they were for the 2009 event! Each year these events grow and more people take part
By Chey Nickerson
which is great to see. Looking forward to bigger and better in 2011! In keeping with the spirit of Christmas I would like to say that my faith in our fellow man was renewed when my partner lost his wallet at the Black Diamond car wash during the holidays. We returned to Longview before it was noticed and then, in a panic, we headed back to Black Diamond but even before getting there we had received a call from Mr. L. MacDonald to say he had found the wallet and where we could pick it up! What a great relief to know that we would not be spending holidays trying to cancel and renew cards, etc. There are good people out there, we just all need to remember that when we run into some of the bad
ones. To Larry, thank you so much for giving us an extra dose of “CHRISTMAS SPIRIT”. For Longview residents, please note that dog licenses as well as business licenses are due by January 31st, 2011. Please come into the Village Office for more information. To dog owners; once again we have been getting complaints about dogs roaming unleashed and owners not picking up after pets. We ask that you carry doggy bags (or plastic bags of some kind) and pick up after your pet. More enforcement will be a part of 2011 and fines will be applied! Happy New Year! Chey
The Family That Reads Together… By Todd Curran The annual Family Literacy Day takes place on January 27th, encouraging the celebration of adults and children read-
ing and learning together. The event challenges Canadians to spend at least 15 minutes per day on a learning activity as a family and provides a moment
for Canadians to come together in their homes, at work and in their communities to practice literacybuilding activities and have fun.
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Longview Library Literally Speaking
Our membership continues to rise, which is very encouraging to Joan and the board. Joan is beginning a pre-school story hour beginning January 19th from 1:00 to 2:00 pm. The library will be presenting 20 to 30 minute "Computer Quicks" for those who have limited or no knowledge of computers. On January the 18th from 1:00 to 2:00 pm there will be a class on how to order and put a hold on books from your home computer. On January 27th there will be a class on setting up and using a simple e-mail account at 1:00 pm. And on January 18th, just before the workshop on ordering books on-line, there will be a video-conference on how best to run a meeting and how to participate productively during one. That will be from 12 to 1:00 pm. It would be helpful to Joan if you would register for these events at her desk beforehand so she has some idea of how many to prepare for. Our annual Pancake Supper will be on Shrove Tuesday, February 15th
from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at the Community Hall. This event is being headed up by Erika Smith. We have a good selection of new releases of Westerns, so come in and peruse them soon. Jan Roenisch is our featured artist for the next three months. Jan is a well known Western artist and many of you may know her from the Arts and Music Festival where she has shown her work since its inception. She's good, so don't miss it! We have Anita Shreve's new book, Rescue, in the library. Also this month I enjoyed reading Mr. Shakespeare's Bastard by Richard B. Wright. It's an engaging blend of invention and historical fact. It tells of the life of Shakespeare's illegitimate daughter, Arlene Ward, and her search for her father over the years. Wright writes so beautifully, that even if he did not have an enchanting story to tell, it is pure pleasure just to read his words. Another is a Short History of Women by Kate Walburt. The title has duel meaning in Walburt's
hands. The book is a short history of feminism [the political] as experienced by a multi-generational family of women [the personal]. It begins in rural England at the beginning of the century and ends in New York City in the 2000's. The book is profound, thought provoking, yet filled with wry wit. It asks the questions that women have been asking themselves forever and suggests satisfying answers by her subtle observations and innuendos. Joan would like to have any recent magazines that you might have heading for the recycling. They must be current ones and in good condition. Check with her before donating them, so that she is not inundated with duplicate issues. We have on our shelves Todays Parent and ATV Trailrider, both new additions to the library. Joan is also looking for some new volunteers to help with shelving, unpacking new books and book maintenance. Happy Reading Sylvia Binkley
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Submitted by Melissa Pryor The Sheep River Health Trust's 7th Annual Points of Light campaign ran from November 16th to December 31st. The Points of Light campaign is a community favourite every year. The campaign provides people the opportunity to recognize someone special by lighting a bulb in their honour. The lights are displayed on trees in front of the Okotoks Health and Wellness Centre, Oilfields Hospital, Town of Turner Valley and Town of Black Diamond. “I love this campaign, because it provides us an
opportunity to reconnect with the donors and the people who have truly made the Trust what it is today. One of the highlights this year was receiving a gracious donation from a local elk farmer. The donation was made in honour of exceptional healthcare the farmer was provided with in the Black Diamond area. When I spoke with the farmer he told me that Dr. Cunning and Dr. Branch saved his life and he is happy to be in a position to give back”, said Melissa Pryor, Fund Development Officer for the Trust. Dr. Cunning retired in 2007 but is very active in our rural health system.
He is also a member on the Trust's Advisory Board. Dr. Branch practices medicine out of the Foothills Family Medical Centre and Oilfields Hospital. Donations made through the Points of Light campaign support the provision of quality health services, programs and equipment needed to provide exceptional care. This is a perfect example of how the Points of Light campaign goes full circle. This year the campaign raised $18,000.00 and will be allocated to support the programs, services and equipment with an emphasis on Spiritual and Palliative Care.
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The world famous travelers known as the Harlem Crowns are coming to Black Diamond to play the Oilfields Drillers Senior Boys Basketball Team on Saturday, January 29th, at 7:00pm. The Harlem Crowns began their existence in the mid-50's when a former Harlem Globetrotter by the name of Chico Burrell formulated a team composed of highly talented basketball players. Chico Burrell was born in Harlem, New York. He attended New York University and upon graduation, he joined the Harlem Globetrotters. Chico played with the "Trotters" for twelve years during which time he was an outstanding performer. Chico blended his talents with such Harlem Globetrotter greats as Goose Tatum, Sweetwater Clifton and Maquis Haynes. After years of success with the Harlem Crowns, Chico Burrell retired and sold the team to a group of Northern California Businessmen. One of the incumbent members on the Harlem Crowns, Herbert Scaife, is presently
managing the team. Herbert Scaife hails from Arkansas and resides in Oakland, California during the off season. Members of the Harlem Crowns are chosen for showmanship as well as their ability to play above average basketball. At the beginning of each season, approximately two weeks in October, a very organized training camp is held in a designated Northern California city. Candidates and possible new additions are brought in from all over the United States. The requirements for being considered a member of the Harlem Crowns are: 1. To have former college basketball experience. 2. To have good character and the ability to get along with others. 3. To have basketball ability, the potential to be a showman and a knack for comic improvisations. The Harlem Crowns play a regulation four quarter game against any opposing team furnished by the sponsors. There is never a dull moment during the game because of
the zany acts and laugh-aminute routines that are very numerous. From California, eastward, the Harlem Crowns have staggered the comical imagination of spectators in places such as Canada, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado. The Harlem Crowns have also taken their show several times abroad to places like Tokyo, Japan the city of Manila in the Philippines Islands and Singapore. They also venture south of the border into Old Mexico. The Harlem Crowns are sponsored by various groups that include the local Police and Sheriff departments, F.F.A., Booster Clubs, Lettermen Clubs, Student Body Clubs and various cities’ Service Groups. January 29th is bound to be an evening of laughter and entertainment. Tickets are available at Oilfields High School. Come on out a n d s u pport the D r i l lers!
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January 27th is Family Literacy Day and I have been given the opportunity to share some ideas about literacy in this month's Gateway Gazette v Read aloud to your children, not just when they are babies and toddlers but when your child has begun to read for their own enjoyment v Read for enjoyment; read with excitement; read to relax; make reading a part of the daily routine; if you are away from home, take books along v Let your child see you reading books, newspapers, magazines, manuals, cookbooks, poems, maps, letters, e-mails v Talk about the books before, during and after reading; encourage your child to ask questions and ask questions of your child; as children get older encourage critical thinking i.e. do they agree or disagree with the author Read stories with repeating parts and patterned stories and encourage your child to chime in v Children pretending they are reading books once they have memorized them is not cheating, it is part of the learning process and builds v
confidence v Point to words in picture books; have children make pictures in their heads about what they hear or read v As your child begins to read, let them choose books to read to you that aren't too difficult; take turns reading or read together to support your young reader v When children are encountering new words, help them use a variety of strategies to figure out the word: use the sounds of the first letters and think what word would make sense, check to see if the letters match the word, look for parts of the word that are familiar; read ahead to decide what would make sense; go back and read again v Get involved in the activities this month that promote Family Literacy by checking the Foothills School Division website for the January Literacy Calendar at: www.fsd38.ab.ca; and explore the suggestions at: www.familyliteracyday.ca v Share your love of reading with someone you love, not just today but throughout the years! Pam Irving Learning Support Teacher Millarville Community School
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Best Wishes for Health and Wellness into 2011
Points of Light 2010
Board of Trustees Frances Jackson Dover, Chair
The Sheep River Health Trust wishes to extend our sincere appreciation to our communities for their support with our 7th Annual Points of Light campaign. We raised over $18,500.00 to help support the provision of quality health services, programs and equipment in the Foothills. Together we make a difference! Thank you!
Special Acknowledgements: « Town of Turner Valley and Town of Black Diamond « Okotoks Health and Wellness Centre and Oilfields Hospital « Volunteer Ron Taggart « All of the local businesses who displayed drop-off boxes for us RECOGNIZED BY THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUAL(S): Aline Jones Willard Jones Aline Jones Lynne Kotyk Aline Jones Peter Kotyk Ann Lansdell Gordon Lansdell Ann Lansdell Ruby Barton Ann Lansdell Arnold Barton Arnold Gorveatt Arnold Gorveatt Sr. Arnold Gorveatt Leonard Gorveatt Arnold Gorveatt Barbara Gorveatt Arnold Gorveatt Oilfields Hospital Staff & Physicians Arnold Gorveatt Rising Sun Long Term Care Staff & Physicians Arnold Gorveatt Garfield Johnston (WW II Veteran) Audrey Patterson Kaden Satre Audrey Patterson Katie Satre Audrey Patterson Claire Satre Audrey Patterson Cohen Satre Audrey Patterson Lucy Satre Audrey Patterson Teigan Petrone Audrey Patterson Reid Petrone B & S Arkes & Family Bob & Gwen Worden B & S Arkes & Family Harold Worden B & S Arkes & Family Ron Arkes Barbara Castell William & Mildred Castell Ben & Olive Schmitke Bob Schmitke Ben & Olive Schmitke Lucy Schmitke Betty Foran Russell & Ruth Kibblewhite Betty Zelmer Len Gorveatt Betty Zelmer Barb Gorveatt Betty Zelmer Marvin Gorveatt Betty Zelmer George Gorveatt Betty Zelmer Arnold Gorveatt Sr. Betty Zelmer Emma Maloney Bill & Bert Blakeman Delbert Wright Bill & Bert Blakeman Audrey Earl Bill & Bert Blakeman Donna Panek Bob & Barbara Haslam Our Grandchildren Bill & Doris Morgan Brent, Lenora & Ben Thorkelson (Beloved Grandparents) Brian & Hughena Boulton Enid Knoepeli Brian & Hughena Boulton Iva Boulton Brian & Hughena Boulton Lester Boulton Brian & Val Graf Jackie MacKay Brian & Val Graf Babe & Cora Renard Brian & Val Graf Scarlett Mowbray Cal & Dianne Harvey Dorothy Harvey Carol & Robert Cuthbertson Kay & Boyd Cuthbertson Carol & Robert Cuthbertson Isobelle Hilchie Carol Nerland Maureen Syrowitz Carol Nerland Bill & Alberta Stiles Carol Nerland Joan & John Gordon Carole Malmberg Jim & Brenda Donnelly Carole Malmberg Elmer & Ethel Andersen Carole Malmberg Frank & Dot Parker Carole Malmberg Ralph & Bea Willcock Carole Malmberg Oilfields Hospital Staff Carole Malmberg High Country Lodge Staff Charlotte Germaniuk Home Care Staff Chick & Barb Brownbill Charlie & Anne Brownbill Chick & Barb Brownbill Bert & Sarah James Chick & Barb Brownbill Gordon James Chick & Barb Brownbill Gordon Cameron Colleen Reimer Peter E. Reimer Dallas, Kylie, Kaiden, Jim, Greg & Family Mom/Grandma Dave & Sherry Brunt Jack Brunt Dave & Sherry Brunt Emily Brunt Dave & Sherry Brunt Eva McEathron Dave & Sherry Brunt Herb McEathron Denis & Winnie Hayden Homer Hayden Denis & Winnie Hayden Ray Cotton Denis & Winnie Hayden Roger Sexty Diane & Keith Hornby Okotoks Urgent Care Staff Dixie, Bob, Kyle & Cody Robb Ted & Molly Price Dixie, Bob, Kyle & Cody Robb Donna Tooker Dixie, Bob, Kyle & Cody Robb Melanie Thebeau Dixie, Bob, Kyle & Cody Robb Bob & Clara Price Don & Anne L'Hirondelle John & Vi L'Hirondelle Don Ward Shirley Ward Donna Enns Abe Enns E.K. Mercier Daniel Mercier Ed Friesen Adult Day Support Program William (Bill) McIntyre Eleanor & Dwayne Gechter & Family (Dad & Grandpa) Emmie & Allen Jenkins Mabel Jenkins IN HONOR ~ IN MEMORY
RECOGNIZED BY THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUAL(S): Eneth Watkins Pete Watkins Evelyn Hayhurst T.L. Hayhurst Evelyn Hayhurst Iona Powell Evelyn Hayhurst R. Lynn Donaldson Evelyn Walker Okotoks Health and Wellness Centre Staff Evelyn Walker Okotoks Home Care Team Evelyn Wiesbrot Mr & Mrs Charles D. Squire Evelyn Wiesbrot Joyce Klann Evelyn Wiesbrot Glen Squire Florence McIntyre William (Bill) McIntyre Florence McIntyre L. Ostroski Florence McIntyre Norma Odell Frances Jackson Dover David Frances Jackson Dover Megan Frances Jackson Dover Jaxon Frances Jackson Dover Drew Frances Jackson Dover Sarah Frances Jackson Dover Mary Dover Fred & Maxine Davidson Lorna Kirk Fred & Maxine Davidson Henry Horup G. Carpenter Jack Carpenter Gabrielle DePape Gus DePape Gabrielle DePape Bruce DePape Gayle & Tom Fisher Vera Lamb Gayle & Tom Fisher Bertha Fisher Gene & Hazel Martin Sam Martin Gene & Hazel Martin May Martin Gene & Hazel Martin Robert Martin Gene & Hazel Martin Aliston Secrest George Holmes Diana Holmes Gladys Lansdell Gordon Lansdell Grace Latter & Family Roy Latter Grace Latter & Family Kathryn (Kathy) Latter Greg & Laurel Doetzel Volunteers Grenwich Families Peter Grenwich Hampton Families Charlie Sylvester Hampton Families Howard & Alice Hampton Heather Colbow Ann Pitoulis Heather Colbow Gwen Powell Heather Colbow Shannon McClelland Heather Colbow Brenda L'Heureux Heather Colbow Donna Bohonis Heather Colbow Linda Brown Helen L. Smith Bryan W. Smith Helen L. Smith Winnifred Jackson Helen L. Smith Reaburn Jackson Helen L. Smith William Smith Helen L. Smith D. Darcy Smith Hugh & Marion Kennedy Betty Hervey Hugh & Marion Kennedy Ruth Maberley Hugh & Marion Kennedy Jim Kennedy Ida Wegelin Jacques & Phyllis Wegelin Ida Wegelin Paul Wegelin Ida Wegelin Brenda Donnelly Ida Wegelin Louise Lansing Ida Wegelin Bea Cullen Ida Wegelin Vern Pippas Ida Wegelin Kitty Abbis Ida Wegelin Hank Webster Iona Jackson Delbert Wright Irene Pfeiffer John Pfeiffer Irene Pfeiffer Jodi Shypitka Irene Smith Bruce Debnam Irene Smith Chuck Hayward Irene Smith Ed Hayward J & S Broadley Our Grandchildren Jack & Susan Endersby Dr. Les Cunning Jack & Susan Endersby Dr. Jacques Branch Jan Lipsett My Mom ~ Hannah Craw Jardie Families LeRoy Jardie Jean Hardy Murryl Chegwin Jean Hardy Hazel Bradley Jean Hardy Benda Donely Jim & Mauna Minue Melville Hutchinson Jim & Mauna Minue Vernon Noble Jim & Mauna Minue Harold St. Jean Joan Fullerton Jack Evans Joan Fullerton Barton Evans Joan Fullerton Jessie Evans Joan Fullerton Dale Jeffery Joan Ronaghan Ken Ronaghan IN HONOR ~ IN MEMORY
Mrs. Elizabeth Campbell, Past Chair Dianne Harvey, Vice Chair Lise Brisebois-Blouin, Trustee Barb Castell, Trustee Harlene Day, Trustee Al King, Trustee
Diane Osberg, Trustee Pegi McGill, Trustee Ted Simper, Trustee Helen Smith, Trustee Jack Steen, Trustee Neil Wight, Trustee
RECOGNIZED BY THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUAL(S): Joanne Dzurka & Sherri Mullen Linda Blasetti Joyce & Ed Ross Tony & Elsie Havasi Joyce Teskey Volunteer Judy French Joyce Teskey Volunteer Jackie Betts Joyce Teskey Volunteer Winnie Boan Judy & Jim Lawton Gerrie Miller Judy & Jim Lawton Don Miller Judy & Jim Lawton Janet Runcie Judy Honeysett Kenneth Stuart Judy Honeysett Art Stuart Judy Honeysett Clara Stuart Judy Honeysett Queenie Simpson Julie & Bill Thomson Rita Robison Julie & Bill Thomson Howard Robison Julie & Bill Thomson Brian Morrison Julie & Bill Thomson Ruth Maberley Julie & Bill Thomson Jordie Thomson Julie & Bill Thomson Gordie Lansdell Karen Prescott James Prescott Karen Prescott Jaye Prescott Karen Prescott Blanche Stuart Karen Prescott Gail Goss Karen Prescott Rhoda Flynn Karen Prescott Manley Flynn Karen Wight Eileen Williams Kathleen Grant Stewart Grant Kelly Short Dolly Short Kelly Tuck Gloria Tuck Ken Wallator Charlie & Ivy Wallator Ken Wallator Grover & Aileen Stuart Ken Wallator Jessie Ketcheson Kimberly Essar Kimberly Petersen Beneath the Arch Concert Series Volunteers Linda & John Walsh Linda Woodruff Noah Linda Woodruff Gerry Linda Woodruff Bob Linette Thebeau Molly & Ted Price Linette Thebeau Melanie Thebeau Linette Thebeau Donna Tooker Liz Varty Gerry Varty Liz Varty Jack Dixon Liz Varty Ron Rarick Liz Varty Bonnie & Richard Schko Liz Varty Bill & Sandy Hall Liz Varty Don & Ann L'Hirondelle Liz Varty Kami & Kevin Gelinas Liz Varty Debbie Seaman Lorraine & Guy Studd Ean Macaulay Lorraine & Guy Studd Ernie Studd Lorraine & Guy Studd Norma Odell Lorraine & Guy Studd Trudy French Lorraine Sandau Alex Sandau Lorraine Sandau Jim Sandau Lorraine Sandau GayLynn Sandau Lorraine Sandau Theodore & Varda Sandau Lorraine Sandau Hans Schaalo Lorraine Sandau Henry & Alda Gervais Lynn & David Lynn Sheep River Health Trust Donors Madeleine Fleck Otto Madeleine Fleck Margaret Madeleine Fleck Kathy Madeline Beattie Friends & Family Marg Webster Hank Webster Margaret Newby Harold Newby Essie Newby Margaret Newby Barrie Newby Margaret Newby Lois Wilde Margaret Newby Ron Rarick Margaret Rarick Jean McLeod Margaret Rarick Joan Anderson Cartwright Margaret Rarick Andy Russell Margaret Rarick Gerry Varty Margaret Rarick Wayne Andrew Hagen Marian Hagen Steve Bruketa Mary Bruketa Jodie Bruketa Mary Bruketa Emma Maloney Mary E. Cole Bud Imler Mary Hoiland Christine Johns Maxine & Tony Kelly D.J. Kelly Maxine & Tony Kelly Jessica Kelly Maxine & Tony Kelly Brandon Kelly Maxine & Tony Kelly IN HONOR ~ IN MEMORY
Our Staff
Beth Kish, Trustee
David Lynn, Executive Director Melissa Pryor, Fund Development & Communications Libby Fairweather, Administrative Assistant
RECOGNIZED BY THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUAL(S): Maxine & Tony Kelly Emery Kelly Maxine & Tony Kelly Sanchez Melissa Pryor Mr. Poffenroth Melissa Pryor Mary & Norm Willis Melissa Pryor The McDonalds Coffee Group Melissa Pryor Libby Fairweather Melissa Pryor Okotoks Health and Wellness Centre Volunteers Melissa Pryor Jean Hart Michael & Anne Dallas Doris Gauthier Michael & Anne Dallas William Dallas Sr. Mildred Fuller Edna Adams In Memory of Deceased Guild Members Millarville Ladies Senior Guild Millie Nufer Walter Nufer Millie Nufer Barney Nufer Millie Nufer Molly Lauder Mina Noble Jock Noble Mina Noble Heather Rasmuson Mrs J.A. Campbell St. Clair & Ethel Balfour Mrs J.A. Campbell St. Clair Balfour Jr. & Helen Balfour Mrs J.A. Campbell John Alastair Campbell Muriel Dais Gladys Lake Muriel Dais Donelda Thompson Muriel Dais Evelyn & Gordon Richmond Muriel Dais Jo-Anne Jackson Nola & Lloyd Middleton Betty Middleton Nola & Lloyd Middleton Keith Giles Nola & Lloyd Middleton Rick Smith Order of Royal Purple #43 Royal Purple Members Pam & David Berrigan Rick & Bev Richards Pam & David Berrigan Ed & Gwen Berrigan Patricia L Balderson Brian Balderson Pegi McGill Friends & Family Philip & Shelley Goulet Emma Maloney Pollyanna Powell Hugh Powell Pollyanna Powell Ila Davenport Pollyanna Powell Evelyn Heidel Pollyanna Powell Rosa Estill R.F. Balfour Bob Machum Ray & Jean Egeland Dale Jeffery Ray & Jean Egeland Oilfields Hospital & Extended Care Rick & Erika Smith Ralph & Thelma Smith Robert MacKay Lynda Donaldson Robert MacKay Jackie MacKay Ron & Liz Mitchell Peg & Floyd Mitchell Ron & Liz Mitchell Gordon & Donna Cummings Ron & Norma Lock Una Rodger Ron & Norma Lock Jean Blackwood Russell & Marion Martin Liberty Russell & Marion Martin Michael Russell & Marion Martin Makenna Ruth Rempel My Husband 1950 - 2009 Sam Johnson Jane Johnson Sam Johnson Cathryn Johnson Sam Johnson Beulah Johnson Shirley E. Evans Gwen Worden Stanley Dadey Doris Dadey Stav-McLeod-Dick Families Ruth Johnson Stav-McLeod-Dick Families Vivian Tapscott & Friends The George The George Staff & their Families The George Health Care Staff The Malin Family Ward & Ida Barkley The Malin Family Mac & Helen Bamford The Malin Family Les Malin The Malin Family Carol Potter Social Wellness Framework Steering Committee Town of Okotoks Rob Leatherdale Town of Okotoks Bailey Wolkowski Town of Okotoks Don Cottrell Town of Okotoks Dale Fea Town of Okotoks Al Hagan Town of Okotoks Bonnie Chant-Kinsman Town of Okotoks Lisa Mahar-Weiser Venita Donaldson R. Lynn Donaldson Venita Donaldson Sarah Smith Venita Donaldson Ileen Moody Venita Donaldson Tom Hayhurst Vincent & Kathy Cole Joan Anderson Volunteer Resources - Oilfields Hospital David Wiebe Wendy Roggema Lois Warren Wendy Roggema Laurie Mckie Wendy Roggema Roxy Bedford Wendy Roggema Jan Roggema Wilma L. Chalmers Marilee (Chalmers) Hughes Wilma L. Chalmers Jim Chalmers Wilma L. Chalmers Lance Chalmers Winnifred M. Peckham Claude E. (Bus) Peckham IN HONOR ~ IN MEMORY
www.sheepriverhealthtrust.ca Oilfields Hospital in Black Diamond
Recognize someone special today and make a difference!
Okotoks Health and Wellness Centre
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Who’s Who in the Foothills & tell them you found them in the
ACCOUNTING/INCOME TAX
ART GALLERY & MUSEUM
AUTOMOTIVES
Open all year round
The Leighton Art Centre
H & R Block
F & S Auto Service
#2, 28-12 Ave. SE, High River
In the heart of the Foothills www.leightoncentre.org
202 Sunset Blvd. N.E., Turner Valley
403-652-7266
403-931-3633
403-933-3241
ADULT CONDOMINIUMS
AUCTIONS
AUTOMOTIVES & TIRES
Perlich Bros. Auction Market Ltd.
OK Tire
Phase II breaking ground 2011 Mountain View Condominiums Condominiums Black Diamond
www.placskorealty.com
Ken Placsko Realty Ltd.
For Enquiries: Ken Placsko ~Ph: (403) 938-4462
403-329-3101
127 - 1st Street SE, Black Diamond
kprmelmountainview@gmail.com ~ Cell: (403) 771 8660 ~ Fax: (403) 938-4467
www.perlich.com
403-933-4954
AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY
AUTHOR
AUTOMOTIVES
Three Must Read Local History Books Smoke From The Branding Fire Bulls, Brands & B.S. Lingo And Lines From A Cowboy’s Life And A Cowboy’s Wife
Millarville Racing & Agricultural Society www.millarvilleracetrack.com
403-931-3411
Races, Rodeo, Fair, Facility, Rentals, Farmers’ Market & Christmas Market
Available from Joyce and many local businesses Visit: www.smokefromthebrandingfire.ca for the list
Joyce Pallister-Bronsch 403-652-5643
Truck Effects 1102 - 18th Street SE, High River, Alberta
403-652-4755
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BAKERY & COFFEE SHOP
CAFÉ & GIFTS
CHURCH SERVICE
Black Diamond Bakery & Coffee Shop
High Country Café
Christ Church, Millarville (Anglican)
119 Centre Avenue W. Black Diamond
Hwy 22 & Hwy 549, Millarville
Services: Sunday at 11:30am ~ All Welcome
403-933-4503
403-931-3866
Wardens: June MacGillivray, 403 931-3644 Bob Haslam, 403 995-2340
BOOK KEEPING SERVICES
CAREER & BUSINESS COLLEGE
CHURCH SERVICE
Bl
ack Diamond
Bakery & Coffee Shop
Complete Book Keeping & Tax Services Danielle Gosselin
Millarville
403-804-5055 cbktax@telus.net BUSINESS LOANS & OFFICE LEASES Community Futures Highwood
Career and Business College
Academy of Learning #2, 28 - 12th Ave SE, High River
Cowboy Church www.millarvillecommunitychurch.org
403-652-2116
John Baker: 403-931-5749
CATERING
CHURCH SERVICE
Foothills Business Incubator Short Term Business Office Leasing
Community Futures Highwood
“Making Ordinary Food Extraordinary” Serving the Foothills and area for over 15 years.
403-995-4151
403-606-1247
Don’s Good Time Catering Company
Millarville Community Church
www.cfhighwood.net
don@goodtimecatering.ca
403-931-1618
BUTCHER SHOP
CELLULAR COMMUNICATION
CONSTRUCTION
WindRidge Construction s Commercial/Residential s Project Management s Interior Finishing s Custom Cabinetry s Renovations & Additions
Hirsche Fraser Meats #4, 34 Southridge Drive, Okotoks, AB
403-995-1909
Big Rock Communications 118 Elizabeth Street - Okotoks
403-938-1455
Black Diamond
403-852-2407 jamio@persona.ca
CUSTOM HOME BUILDER
Jesse Homes sales@eiffeldevelopments.com www.jessehomes.ca
403-995-5377 DANCE STUDIO
EXCAVATION
Ph: 403-703-6437 Fax: 403-939-1158 Email: terrafirmaexcavationinc@hotmail.com
FARM, RANCH & ACREAGE
3 - 609 Centre Street SW
403-601-6120 FITNESS CENTRE
Providing your neighborhood with… Pet food & supplies wild bird seed & supplies Giftware & home décor Garden center Skate sharpening Propane re-fills Bagged & bulk feed Farm/ranch supplies & equipment Panels & gates Forage seed & friendly, knowledgeable staff We also deliver!
4 Crystalridge Drive, Okotoks
403-938-4094
403-938-3125
www.countrylivingokotoks.com
DENTAL
The Energy Shop Sheep River Centre, Black Diamond
403-933-3549
SW corner Hwy# 7 & Southridge Drive, Okotoks ~ Nothing Beats ‘Country Living’
www.energyshopfitness.ca
FINANCIAL SERVICES
FLOORING
STRATEGIES FOR CREATING WEALTH & REDUCING TAXES
Investors Group Financial Services Inc. Investors Group Insurance Services Calgary Foothills Investors Group Office 201 - 51 Sunpark Drive SE Calgary T2X 3V4
Okotoks Dental 66 North Railway Street Okotoks, AB
Bjorger Pettersen
Your local Financial Consultant Foothills Resident for 22 years
Simply Floors
Phone:(403) 256-5890 ~ Cell:(403) 470-4544
22 Crystalridge Drive, Okotoks
bjorger.pettersen@investorsgroup.com
403-938-6684
All Financial Services, Investments and Insurance
403-995-3321
DENTURE CLINIC
FIRST AID & CPR TRAINING
FLOORING
Onyx Denture & Implant Clinic Unit #E-161, 31 Southridge Drive In the Mokala Medical Building, Okotoks
B. Gee's First Aid & CPR Training
403-995-0852
403-995-0805
Okotoks
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FISHING/HUNTING SUPPLIES
Mon -Fri 9am - 6pm Sat 9am - 5pm
From cats to cattle... so much MORE than a feed store
Dare to Dream
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The Flooring Outlet 103 Stockton Point, Okotoks
403-995-8000
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FLOWERS & GIFTS
GRADS TO BRIDES
Sweets & Blooms
HOUSE PAINTING
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
403 933 4200
Painting your area since 1977
Hennigan Contracting Ltd.
314 Main Street N, Turner Valley www.sweetsandblooms.com
We have MOVED to # 2 Elma Street, Okotoks
403-606-2690
403-869-6167 www.thelilypadinc.com
Sean Hennigan & Rory Hennigan
GARBAGE REMOVAL
HEATING & COOLING INNOVATION
HOUSE PAINTING Residential Commercial Industrial
GBG ~ 403-333-8460 ~ Serving the MD of Foothills ~
A&E HVAC Solutions Ltd. Innovative Solutions to your HVAC problems
Nad’s Painting Ph: 403-933-5535 Cell: 403-978-1473
Construction Bins; Farm & Acreage Service; Residential; Commercial
Office 403-995-8005 aehvacsolutions.ca
GOVERNMENT OF ALBERTA
HOME DESIGN & PLANNING
INSURANCE
www.abodedesign.ca terry@abodedesign.ca
Ardiel Agencies
Jim Haldane ~ jwhaldane@hotmail.com
Hon. Ted Morton, MLA Foothills - Rocky View Constituency Minister of Finance and Enterprise 403-216-2221 foothills.rockyview@assembly.ab.ca
403-606-2975
GOVERNMENT OF CANADA
HORSE BOARDING/RIDING LESSONS
D RANCH
11 McRae Street, Okotoks
Ph 403-938-4277
Authorized Agent for
REGISTRIES
Fax 403-938-2735
INTERIOR DESIGN
403-938-2469 www.djranch.ca
Horsemanship pam@djranch.ca Facility Located on Highway #7 between Okotoks and Black Diamond at 112th Street W.
Homeworks Custom Interiors 49 Elizabeth Street, Okotoks
403-938-9348 www.homeworksinteriors.ca
KNIVES, TOOLS & OUTDOOR GEAR
LIQUOR STORE
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NATURAL HEALTH & BEAUTY
Contact Jesse Bastain @ 403.862.3459 Email: info@outdoorpursuitscanada.com
Valley Liquor Store 403-933-2722
109 - 4th Ave SW, High River 403-652-2420 “All things naturally natural” www.naturalhealthlink.ca
MARTIAL ARTS
OPTOMETRIST
Foothills Training Services
Diamond Valley Vision Care
208 Main Street, Turner Valley
LAWYER
James C. Lozinsky
www.jcl-law.ca
Lawyer – Mediator – Collaborative Law FULL SERVICE LAW PRACTICE By appointment 140 Main Street, Turner Valley ~ 403-933-7788 Suite 208, 11 Elizabeth Street, Okotoks ~ 403-995-7744
LIMOUSINE SERVICE
#2, 107 Stockton Point, Okotoks
403-829-7897 www.ftsma.com MECHANICAL SERVICES High River
‘ ‘‘
403-933-5552 PHARMACY
“WE’RE 100% CANADIAN AND PROUD TO SERVE YOU!”
Serving Southern Alberta since 1993 Weddings*Grads*Airport*Any Occasion
M.C. Limousine & Sedan www.mclimo.com
Quick Lube
Unit E, 116 Government Rd N.E. Black Diamond
403-269-LIMO(5466)
LIQUOR STORE
1103E - 18th Street SE, High River
Okotoks Safeway Pharmacy
403-601-4688
403-938-9351
610 Big Rock Lane, Okotoks
MUFFLERS, TIRES AND SHOCKS
PHARMACY
403-933-2757
Calgary Muffler
Spicer’s Apothecary
Fax: 403-271-7969
Corner of 58th & Macleod Trail, Calgary
Centre Avenue, Black Diamond
403-253-0903
403-933-7979
Black Diamond Liquor Store 101 Centre Ave, Black Diamond
(Beside the Esso) P.O. Box 640, Black Diamond, AB. T0L0H0
HOURS OF OPERATION Sun - Thurs 10am - 10pm Fri & Sat 10am - 11pm
Danny Leong
Deborah Leong
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Bill Marsh Photography Turner Valley
REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
Okotoks Turner Valley High River Claresholm Pincher Creek Lethbridge Taber
Blair Gordon 403-933-3888
Broker/Owner
Office 403-652-2121 Fax: 403-601-6096
Laurelea Burritt & Amy Bates Re/Max Signature properties
403-933-3737 ~ www.laurelea.ca
www.billmarshphotography.com
blair.gordon@century21.ca
The strength in TEAMWORK, the reputation for RESULTS
PICTURE FRAMING
REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
Max Well Canyon Creek An independent member broker
Living In and Working For You In The MD of Foothills
Countryside Picture Framing 403-995-3363
Greg Johnson Cell: 403-813-8259 Web: www.gregsfinehomes.com Email: gjohnson@maxwellrealty.ca
www.countrysidepictureframing.ca "frame it right, frame it for a lifetime."
3205 - 380 Canyon Meadows Drive SE, Calgary~ Bus: 403-278-8899
PICTURE FRAMING
REAL ESTATE
Sandi Kennedy & Shaun Vickers Remax Landan Real Estate
403-256-3888 ~ remax-landan.com
REAL ESTATE - APPRAISALS Appraisal & Real Estate Consultants
S
FLOEN &
Kathleen Weare Re/Max Signature Properties
403-540-9808 I’ve Been Framed ~ Custom Framing 4 McRae Street, Okotoks
403-938-1009 PUBLISHING
www.kathleenweare.com kathleenweare@remax.net “Your Town and Country Realtor”
REAL ESTATE
Kim Davies
B.Ed. Realtor ®
“Your Town and Country Connection" eway gazette gat
GRANDÉ
GRAPHICS
Gateway Gazette Foothills Area ~ www.gatewaygazette.ca
403-933-4283 or 403-938-2469
403-650-7154 kdavies73@gmail.com
www.townandcountryconnection.ca Maxwell City Central (Town and Country) 102A Centre Ave East, Black Diamond, AB
LOAN
APPRAISALS (2007) LTD.
• RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • • INDUSTRIAL • AGRICULTURAL •
403-245-2234 RECREATION ANN & SANDY CROSS CONSERVATION AREA • 4800 acres of rolling foothills • Youth and Adult Education • Programs • Hiking by appointment
Call 403-931-1042 for more information or visit www.crossconservation.org to book a hike
RECREATION
Dames
RESTAURANT - DINE IN/TAKE OUT/CATERING
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SCHOOLS
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On The Range Let us help plan your next getaway. Contact us at www.damesontherange.ca 403.646.0151 Join us on Facebook to share some Dame-good stories!
RENOVATIONS
Eiffel Developments sales@eiffeldevelopments.com www.eiffeldevelopments.com
403-995-5377 RESTAURANT - STEAK PIT
22 Elizabeth Street, Okotoks • Gourmet Food Shop • • Gluten Free Options • 403-938-0058 www.okotoksgourmet.ca
Millarville Community School
403-938-7832
RESTAURANT & BAR
SERVICE CLUBS
Original Joe’s Restaurant & Bar
Foothills Lions Club Box 811, Black Diamond
403-938-7001
Dave Parsons (President) 403-933-4640 Davis Whitehead (Vice President) 403-650-6439 Don Ward (Secretary) 403-931-3587
SCHOOLS (CATHOLIC)
SERVICE CLUBS
150, 28 Southridge Drive, Okotoks
Good Shepherd School
403.938.4318
ECS to Grade 6 (north side)
St. Mary’s School
403.938.8048
ECS to Grade 6 (south side)
403.938.4600
John Paul II Collegiate 7 to 9 (French Immersion offered)
Holy Trinity Academy
403.938.2477
10 to 12 (French Immersion offered)
St. Luke’s Outreach Centre
NADIAN CA LE L G IO YA O N R
403.995.0287
7 to 12 (Okotoks, Brooks and High River)
The Centre for Learning@Home
403.938.4119
1 to 12 (Including: St. Paul’s Academy On-line Virtual
Bragg Creek Steak Pit Bragg Creek
403-949-3633 RESTAURANT - BREAKFAST
Cora Breakfast and Lunch 28 Southridge Drive, Okotoks
403-938-1522 www.chezcora.com
Education, Okotoks Home Schooling, Blended Programs, Summer School, International Education)
#1 McRae Street, Box 1318, Okotoks, T1S 1B3
403-938-2659 1-800-737-9383
www.redeemer.ab.ca
SCHOOLS
Education Plus Diamond Valley Campus Outreach High School
403-938-4576
Branch #78 Turner Valley 121 Sunset Blvd. East, Turner Valley
403-933-4600 ~ www.rcl78.com
TACK SHOP
Bar T5 Highway 22 south at 274th Ave
403-931-2212
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TOYS & GAMES STORE
VIDEO STORE
WHOLESALE LANDSCAPE PRODUCTS
Monkey Mountain Toys & Games
High Country Video
Dirt Cheep Enterprises Inc.
# 30 McRae Street, Okotoks
403-995-2233
Bay 8, 402 Centre Ave. W, Black Diamond www.highcountryvideo.ca 403-933-2657
www.dirtcheep.ca
TRAILERS & TRACTORS
WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEMS
Joey - 403-703-SOIL (7645) WINDOWS & DOORS - REPLACEMENT Maintenance-Free Windows Steel Insulated Entry Doors Patio & French Doors
Bar T5 Highway 22 south at 274th Ave
403-931-2212 UNIQUE GIFTS & CLOTHING
Don Evano Black Diamond C: 403-874-4657 P: 403-933-7295
4858 - 50 Ave NE, Calgary
d.w.mech@telus.net ~ www.mineralpro.com
403-291-3035 or 1-888-778-8868
WATER WELL DEVELOPMENT
WINE MAKING
PRO
mineral alkaline water
Mention this ad and get 10% off
Angela’s Attic
Amazing Grapes Co Ltd
Old West Mall, Bragg Creek www.angelasattic.ca
317 Macleod Tr. SW, High River
403-652-3990
403-949-3929 VETERINARIAN
WELDING & MACHINING
Dr. Kirsten MacKenzie 403-990-3736
Hayden’s Machine Shop
homevetcare.ca mackenziehomevetcare@gmail.com
Longview
403-558-3911
Who’s Who in the Foothills an annual supplement to the EW AY T A G GAZETTE Plan ahead for next year - don’t get missed! Appears again January 2012.
From My Bookshelf....
Canada Reads 2011 the choices have been unveiled. I have read some of the top five, or other books by the top five authors, but certainly plan to get them all read. Here are the selections. I hope you can read along too and take part in the defense and voting for these books in March. The Best Laid Plans Terry Fallis
Essex County - Jeff Lemire The Bone Cage - Angie Abdou Unless - Carol Shields The Birth House - Ami McKay Weather and how it affects us is the theme of the two books reviewed here. Who can live in Canada and not start most conversations about the weather?
By Lynn Willoughby
Russian Winter - Daphne Kalstoy This is a debut novel, and while it gets wordy at times, it held some interesting nuggets of life in Russia under Stalin. The Bolshoi Ballet and the backstage tumult of theatre life is a large part of this novel. The lives of various artists of the time, poets, composers and dancers give a behind the scene
look at life in Russia in the early 1900s. The powerlessness of the people, the poverty, starvation and unending cold, plays against the sumptuous waste of the elite. A collection of remarkable jewels smuggled from Russia by Nina Revskaya causes a real stir as the auction day comes closer in present day Boston. The jewels, particularly the unique Baltic amber pieces, form the mysterious thread unraveled throughout the novel. I found the descriptive sections wonderful. "...dirty icicles hanging from eaves, the sun waiting until ten to rise..." Emotionally, Kalstoy takes us on a roller coaster - ...the fear of doing or saying something that might be misinterpreted, pride in performing and boosting morale." The antisematicism and the reality of banishment to the gulags, the private concerts at caviar serving clubs, makes for a layered plot. There are alot of people in this book and I found the characterization somewhat weak. Nevertheless
Grassroots ~ January 18th, 2011 21 the story of the arts in Rus- played against day to day sia and an inside look at a chores and duties. The contemporary auction beauty of prairie light, the house make it a worth- intricacy and tenaciousness of prairie plants, espewhile read. A Student of Weather - cially grasses, will tug at anyone who has lived on Elizabeth Hay This is a complicated the Canadian Prairies. I loved this book of connovel written in beautiful prose with unforgettable trasts - light and dark, characters. High praise snow and dust, love and indeed for a wonderful rejection, truth and decepCanadian author. We can tion. Although it is at first taste and smell the dust of glance a love story, none of the prairies during a dust the characters are very lovstorm in the 1930s. It not able. The real story is how only blankets everything Norma Joyce learns to live with a fine dust, it blow in a way that is comfortdrifts against fence posts, able for her soul. This book may be an barns and porches. Norma Joyce Hardy is a exception for me - NOT one s t r a n g e , d a r k , s e l f - I will give away. It will stay possessed child who on my bookshelf until I struggles through the have read it at least once death of her twin and the more. death of her mother. Her R Late Nights on Air stern, unbending father R Garbo Laughs somehow blames her for R several books of those deaths. When Norma Joyce can no longer short stories and nonstand the blame or the fiction. rivalry of her beautiful, dutiful sister - she leaves Who Knew? Caraganas - planted as for New York City. This compelling novel wind breaks around so spans thirty years and the many pairie homesteads, setting moves between Sas- were imported from the katchewan, New York and Russian Steppes in the Ottawa. The relentless 1890s. They are native to quest for love and for art is Siberia and Manchuria.
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Faith Forum
Grassroots ~ January 18th, 2011
Researchers tell us they believe the concept of 'sacrifice' is basic to all of humanity. They say in one way or another that all cultures have practiced sacrifice, though not all of them to the extreme of human sacrifice. It was important to their social beliefs and most of those were religious. As they say it: “Almost every human being, whether religious or not, throughout history, has 'sacrificed' or 'offered' something in return for a goal. Whether the sacrifice is one of time (as we sacrifice our time to study or to work) or, in the extreme case of human beings, the notion of sacrifice has been with us since the begin1 ning of time.” In the first two thirds or so of God's word, often referred to as the 'Old Testament,' that is, the time period before Jesus Christ came, sacrifices of animals (never human which was strictly forbidden by God) were commanded by God. Without going in-depth into the subject, God designed sacrifice as a way for his people to seek for-
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giveness and to restore a relationship between Him and them. These offerings taught the people and guided them in bringing back their relationship to God, helping them to realize that …“the animal symbolically took the sinner's place and paid the penalty for sin (wrongdoings) and… the animal's death represented one life given so that another life could be saved.” At that time, these symbolic offerings acted as a 'covering' over their wrongdoings – in other words, a temporary solution. These were but substitutes for the punishment the people themselves should have paid for those wrongdoings. In the last part of God's word, known typically as the 'New Testament,' God made a permanent and lasting solution regarding sacrifice and closing the gap that our wrongdoings made between us and God. The animal sacrifices, up to this point, covered the price of the wrongdoing; but it did not redeem the person himself. However, God's solution did. This is
Sacrifice
Submitted by Lion Lona Lineham Welcome to year 2011 - the year of the Rabbit. We have been so lucky with our weather considering what is happening all over the world. The Foothills Lions Club will no longer be managing t h e L o n g v i e w C a m pground. We will still continue managing Black Diamond and Turner Valley. "The Longview Youth Group" has requested funding for various projects for the coming year. This organization is involving youth from Longview and the rural community in sports and activities to build character and develop integrity. This group is run by parents and adults who donate their time and often their resources. It is their desire to offer the youth an opportunity to experience some of the benefits larger communities have with Readers are encouraged their amenities. The Foott o w r i t e G l o r i a a t : hills Lions Club is proud to give this Organization gloriawes@hotmail.com. $2,500.00. "Oilfield High School 1.http://gallery.sjsu.edu/sac
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what God himself says about this switch from the animal sacrifices over to his own Son, the perfect sacrifice given for us: “First, Christ said, 'You did not want animal sacrifices or sin offerings or burnt offerings or other offerings for sin, nor were you pleased with them' (though they are required by the law of Moses). Then he said, 'Look, I have come to do your will.' He cancels the first covenant (which included the sacrifices in the Old Testament) in order to put the second into effect. For God's will was for us to be made holy by the sacrifice of the body of Jesus Christ, once for all time. Under the old covenant, the priest stands and ministers before the altar day after day, offering the same sacrifices again and again, which can never take away sins. But our High Priest (Jesus) offered himself to God as a single sacrifice for sins, good for all time. Then he sat down in the
place of honor at God's right hand. There he waits until his enemies are humbled and made a footstool under his feet. For by that one offering he forever made perfect those who are being made holy… And when sins have been forgiven, there is no need to offer any more sacrifices.” (Heb. 10:8-14, 18 NLT) There is nothing we can add to that perfect sacrifice, already offered. Our part is to accept his sacrifice that he made for us in love and then choose to live our lives for him and not for ourselves. With such a sacrifice made at such a high price – we can go forward with confidence that he has in mind only what's best for us, wherever and whatever that may lead us, because we choose to walk each day hand-in-hand with the best friend we'll ever have.
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Quest Program" - is an alternative learning program designed to engage youth in many facets of learning. The Quest Program challenges students to develop behaviours and attitudes to become healthy, productive citizens. The Foothills Lions Club donated $5,000.00 to this program. Every year, since 1998, the Foothills Lions has donated a $1,000.00 Bursary to a deserving, graduated student from Oilfield High School. This year the ceremony will be at the High School on February 11th at 8:00 am. We are very disappointed in the attendance we are getting at the Lions Bingo. Our next Bingo will be held at the Valley Neighbours Club on Friday, January 18th at 6:30 pm.
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Christmas Market Musings
On December 11th, 2010, the Foothills Comp o s i t e H i g h School/Alberta High School of Fine Arts were hosts of the 1st annual Foothills Composite Christmas Market. With over 45 different vendors, there were so many amazing buys for the visitors to the Market. Many handmade items such as jewelry, wood-working creations, ornaments, baking, art, knit creations, accessories and sausage, were bought up by the last-minute Christmas shoppers. Shoppers could also find those items that they could not find in our m a l l s , s u c h a s Tupperware, Pampered Chef and Norwex products. And while the parents were busy with their purchases, the kids were entertained with facepainting, cookie decorating, movies and coloring. The Business Studies 20 Students from the
school were the ones who organized, marketed, planned and ran the Market, applying the knowledge and skills learned in class to a real-life event. They were able to see how the background planning and preparations come together to produce a successful venture. But the learning did not end there, as the students also got to experience what it means to “give back”. Through the proceeds from the table rentals, and the donations generously given at the door, $1000 was raised to help to send students from the school to compete at regional and provincial Skills Canada competitions. And another $1000 was donated to help sponsor a project through Samaritan's Purse in Nicaraugua. Arlene Howard, a personal friend, and one of our very own Foothills School Bus Drivers, will be participating in this project, where she will
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AHSFA
be helping to help to build a school in a very impoverished community. It was through a discussion with her about this trip, that we realized that the Market would be a fabulous way for the students of FCHS/AHSFA to help other students in another country, who are far less fortunate then they are. At a glance back, this Market was more than successful - it was an amazing learning experience, a community-building event and it was life-changing, with impact farther reaching than the Market itself. I would like to extend a special thank you to all of the vendors, customers and sponsors, who helped to make this dream a reality. And we hope to see everyone next year, where an even bigger and better Market experience awaits! Lyndsi Irwin Business Education FCHS/AHSFA
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Gordo’s Trivia
Submitted by Gordon Day 1. What apocryphal Presidential story was probably made up by Reverend Mason Weems in his 1801 book? 2. Between what two countries is the Isle of Man? 3. Within 200, how many calories are there in a typical fast-food meal of a cheeseburger, French fries and a chocolate shake? 4. Unless your brain has been scrambled by too much trivia, you should recall the two suburbs in the “Great Gatsby”. Name them. 5. Can you remember what affliction plagues Gregory Peck in “Mirage” and “Spellbound”? Answers: 1. George Washington's “I cannot tell a lie” cherry tree tale. 2. Ireland and Great Britain. 3. 1150 according to Consumer Reports. 4. West Egg and East Egg. 5. Amnesia
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Grassroots ~ January 18th, 2011
Notice of Re-Scheduled Meeting Turner Valley Oil and Gas Group
January Word Search
(TVOGG)
OPEN HOUSE Has re-scheduled the November 18, 2010 Open House that was cancelled because of poor weather. The new date and information are as follows: Thursday, April 14th, 2011 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Flare & Derrick Hall, Turner Valley
Additional information and announcements will be posted in the weeks preceding the scheduled event. Representatives from TVOGG and member organizations will be available to answer your questions and provide information on oil and gas activities in the Turner Valley area. The Turner Valley Oil and Gas Group is a committee of representatives from the oil and gas industries, municipal and provincial governments, regulatory agencies and emergency/disaster services that have interests within the towns of Turner Valley, Black Diamond and Longview and the MD of Foothills.
Southern Foothills Community Stewardship Initiative A citizen's initiative to give voice to local priorities and recommendations for the Southern Foothills landscape and watersheds, to inform land use planning and stewardship.
WE NEED YOUR INPUT to help shape the future of this landscape WHAT LANDSCAPE? The eastern slopes from Highway 22X south to Highway 3 and east to Highway 2
PUBLIC FORUMS - WHERE & WHEN? Turner Valley: Flare “N” Derrick Hall: January 24th, 7:00pm High River Memorial Centre: January, 25th, 7:00pm Nanton Community Hall: January, 26th, 7:00pm
1)
Can YOU Solve This?
Which number replaces the question mark and completes the puzzle?
9
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5
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2) Pythagoras Park is in the shape of a right-angled triangle whose shorter sided are 150 yards and 360 yards respectively. The town council decides to place street lamps at equal intervals around the boundary beginning with a lamp at each corner and 4 additional ones spaced along the shortest side. The total number of lamps required is? 3)
Arrange the digits from 1 to 9 in a 3 x 3 array in such a way that the sum of a numbers’ immediate neighbour (including diagonals) is a 1 6 3 multiple of that number. The example given shows an unsatisfactory attempt. The three numbers bordering 7 add to 14, 9 4 8 which is a multiple of 7 as required, and the numbers bordering 1, 2 and 3 also meet the condition specified. The numbers bordering 4, 5, 8 and 9, however do NOT meet the required condition. 2 5 7
Answers will be printed in the next issue Answers to last issue’s puzzles: 1) 4. Working columns, the sum of the numbers in each column is always 14. 2) 16 3) 29°, none of the above
All “Can You Solve” puzzles have been generously provided by Mr. Larry Berg of High River.
Cowley Village Hall: January, 27th, 7:00pm LEARN about the issues and processes affecting the environment, economy, and your community. PARTICIPATE in determining strategies to maintain and enhance our landscape assets for the long term. Join us to share your views and knowledge. Engage in dynamic group discussions and mapping activities. For more information phone: Jacqueline Nelson 403-652-7477 or visit: www.pekisko.ca
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Grassroots ~ January 18th, 2011 HOW TO PLAY Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3 x 3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 ONLY ONCE. Each 3 x 3 box is outlined with a darker line and a few numbers are provided to get you started! Answer will be printed in the next issue
Have Fun!
Last Issue’s Solution
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Puzzles We all know keeping fit is an important part of our daily routine. We achieve physical fitness in a variety of ways depending on our preferences. Research has proven that keeping mentally fit is just as important. Exercising our brain increases the blood flow and improves mental alertness, memory and decision making. Let us know if you would like us to include any different types of puzzles, perhaps a word search or a maze? Call, email or fax us at 403-933-4283, gazette@telus.net or 403-938-2473 (fax).
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Children's Place Preschool is hosting an
OPEN HOUSE & REGISTRATION NIGHT
on Thursday, January 27th from 6:00-8:00 pm
Clues Down
ning staff 32. Upbeat part of a 1. Allotments measure 2. One of the six 33. Inheritors noble gases 36. Marked by extreme 3. Next to emotion or force 4. Upper left 37. Perceive with the eye keyboard key 38. A very large body of 5. Used with sis water boom bah 39. Nuclear near reach 6. Supervises weapon interstate com- 41. Basics merce 42. Thai language 7. The 17th 43. In short supply Greek letter 46. Wings 8. Old English 49. Left heart there 9. 1/16 inch in 51. Domestic swine printing 52. They ___ 10. First lights 53. Point midway 11. N. Central between S and E African country 54. Western states time 12. Sodium zone 13. More humble 55. Upstate NY airport in spirit code 14. Foreign 58. Iron Service 59. Libyan dinar Clues Across 31. Dash 60. Trauma center 34. Adult male human 17. Hive insects 19. Honorable title 61. Point midway 1. Cavalry sword 35. Foot (Latin) (Turkish) between N and E 6. Cleaving tools 36. Hearths 20. Head cover11. Fall flower 39. Milksops Last Issue’s Answers 14. Insures residential 40. Wax letter closures ing mortgages 44. Withdraw from cir- 21. Throat infection 15. Gran Argentine plain culation 22. 16. Beak or bill 45. Manila hemp Mediterranean 18. Isaac's mother 47. An alloy of copper Greek island 21. Sloping loose rock and zinc 24. A brother or debris 48. Fire embers 23. Ballerina painter 50. Thousand cubic feet sister 25. Golfer Snead Edgar (abbr.) 27. Indigenous 25. Work stoppage 51. Catches Laplanders 26. Self-immolation by 56. British Air Aces 28. Cornbreads fire rituals 57. Blossoming 30. Radioactivity 28. Can't move 62. Rush-like marsh unit 29. Measures atmoplant 31. Flax spinspheric pressure 63. Small integer
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Grassroots ~ January 18th, 2011
Household Hints By Rosemary
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Oilfields High School Drillers Senior Boys Basketball Team
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THEIR FABULOUS BASKETBALL CIRCUS Saturday, January 29th, 2011 at 7:00pm Advance Tickets $9.00 ~ Door Tickets $10.00 Please call 403-938-4973 for further information
Leftover Yummies I know this is supposed to be a “Hints” column, but I never turn my nose up at a good recipe and recently several have come to my attention, read kitchen here. There are also those leftovers from the holiday feasts that can't be tossed into the stew or soup pot but are really handy in other ways. We had two types of cranberry to serve with the turkey, because the younger members of the family aren't partakers there was a lot left over. Checking with the Canadian Cranberry Growers websites they've got several good ideas. You can mix some cranberry sauce, either the jellied or whole, with a batch of muffin mix. Even if it's an apple, or lemon flavoured one, mixing the cranberry will add a zing. If you're tired of leftover turkey and cranberry, glaze a pork roast with the
cranberry sauce, it's really delicious, and looks great served too. Add the glazing about half way through the roasting and baste as needed. Leftover stuffing, as if there is such a thing, can be added to ground turkey, mashed potatoes and made into croquettes. Or, slice a pork fillet almost in half, sear the inside in a pan and put the stuffing in the middle, tie up with cotton string, and bake in the oven. You can also serve cranberry sauce with this. Take care of leftover onion, celery and wine by making a fast and easy confit to serve with meat dishes. In a pot cook the onions (about two large) and celery, if you wish, in butter over low heat until they're translucent. Add a pinch of salt and a couple of tablespoons of brown sugar and stir until the sugar is dissolved, then
add a half cup or so of leftover wine (red, white, port or even a light ale). Continue to stir until the mixture begins to thicken and turns a golden brown. Remove from heat store in a glass jar and use within a couple of weeks. To spice it up a bit you can add a pinch of ground clove or a tablespoon of steak sauce. Delicious with ham, or pork dishes, great with barbecued meats. Leftover diced potatoes. Grease a baking dish, toss the potatoes with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, rosemary or thyme and a good helping of olive oil. You can add leftover onions, carrots, parsnips, etc. Bake until golden brown and serve hot; also good served with sour cream. Leftover mashed potatoes: use it up as the topping on a Shepherd's pie or mix a cup of potato with a
half cup of sour cream, a half cup of whatever cheese you have on hand, bake and serve. Bread and/or pound cake and/or dinner rolls do a wonderful bread pudding. Shred the bread, cake or rolls into a deep baking dish with about a half cup of hot milk to soak. Mix two eggs, three cups of milk, a half cup of sugar and a couple of pinches of cinnamon and/or allspice, add raisins or currants if you choose, pour it over the bread mixture and bake in a medium oven for about an hour to an hour and a half. Serve with leftover Christmas pudding sauce or maple syrup. Waste not, want not; we hope none of these will be found wanting. Rosemary can be contacted through the Gazette at: gazette@telus.net.
The Oral Health Connection
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By Penny Judson-Benny, Registered Dental Hygienist Teeth can be grey and/or discoloured for many reasons. Although it may be esthetically unpleasing, the discolouration doesn't necessarily mean there is anything seriously wrong with your teeth. s Tooth trauma – a hit or blow to the face can cause a tooth or teeth to turn grey. Most times it is not harmful, unless the discoloured tooth becomes symptomatic and becomes infected. s Excessive fluoride ingestion can cause a grayish tint to the teeth. This dark staining is called 'dental flourosis'. s Taking the antibiotic tetracycline during the formation of teeth (ie. between the ages of 0 and 8 years old) or if a mother
is taking tetracycline during pregnancy can cause a dark, greyish-brown staining on the child's teeth. s Dark, grey patches on individual teeth may indicate that there is a suspected cavity. This should be checked by a dentist.' s Baby bottle tooth decay' occurs when there are brownish stains on the tips of the primary teeth. This can be caused by frequent ingestion of sweetened liquids (juice, milk…) through the bottle during the night while a baby sleeps. s Darker areas can also occur on the teeth when the enamel has not formed properly on the teeth. This is called 'hypocalcification'. s In most cases, colour change in primary teeth
does not affect the permanent teeth. White fillings can be placed to cover up discolouration of the teeth. s In very rare cases, tooth discolouration in primary teeth can be caused by a systemic disease. Prevention of Tooth Discolouration « It is important to start cleaning a child's teeth as soon as each tooth appears in the mouth. « Do not consume the antibiotic tetracycline during pregnancy and do not give it to a child between the ages of 0-8 years of age. « Ingestion of excessive fluoride should be avoided. It is important to check and see if your local community water has fluoride in it. If there is no fluoride in the water supply, it
is important to give your child the recommended dosage in order to prevent tooth decay. « Do not let your child ingest toothpaste. Most kids will try to swallow it, but it is important to teach children to expectorate toothpaste. Eating too much toothpaste on a regular basis can cause flourosis. Only allow small amounts of toothpaste on the toothbrush while brushing. 'Keep Your Smile For A Lifetime'
Penny Judson-Benny, RDH, is the owner and operator of Mountain View Dental Hygiene Clinic in Black Diamond and can be contacted at 403-933-7722.
Winter Increases Our Need For Vitamin D Supplements The body needs vitamin D to help absorb calcium, which is responsible for keeping bones, muscles and even the heart healthy and strong. Without enough vitamin D, men and women are at a height-
ened risk for osteoporosis, a bone condition in which bones become brittle and fragile due to tissue loss. Vitamin D is also beneficial for those who love to exercise. Muscles that don't get enough calcium will
cramp, hurt or feel weak, possibly leading to chronic muscle aches and pains. If the body is getting enough vitamin D, muscles are less likely to cramp or ache. While it's possible to include vitamin D in a
daily diet, it's also difficult because there are not many foods rich in vitamin D. Talk to your Health Care Advisor to find the recommended amount of vitamin D you should be taking.
by Eric Francis Aries (March 20-April 19) Your solar chart is describing some kind of career opportunity. But you may not recognize it as such. That is often the case - and people who have some of the greatest successes have their 'first interview' on a train station or a supermarket. The classified ad that led to my first professional journalism job was in a random page of a newspaper that someone left on a table. The particular opportunity beckoning you may feel like 'something you would never do', or in the alternate, something you thought you gave up and would never go back to. I suggest you not pay too much heed to these concerns and simply find out what is available. Ask questions, listen to the answers, and then proceed with confidence - even if you feel a slight aura of uncertainty. That's just a reminder that the unknown is a place of enormous potential.
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Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) You're at a tipping point in your relationship to technology. Part of that involves reaching a threshold of knowledge or mastery over the subject. It's no longer a cumbersome thing that you struggle to understand; you see its use. This is allowing you to peacefully take the whole subject area on board and internalize it, in a way similar to how a musician internalizes his instrument. The other thing that's becoming clear is your memory of a time before technology dominated relationships. You seem committed to making sure that you hold that memory dear, and do your best to keep living in a slightly old-fashioned way. That suits your nature well. And perhaps I don't need to remind you, but when you feel safe and grounded you're at your most adventurous and playful - and it looks like you're feeling pretty frisky in there.
compelling than ever. Use your head - and have the fun you want.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) Is it possible to leave drama in relationships behind? It surely is - if both people are committed to doing so; it helps a lot if they want something else. Most drama is control drams. Control and love have nothing to do with one another, not in a healthy environment anyway. Most of the control drama comes from attempting to fit our relationships into forms they simply cannot take - you would never keep a kitten in a jar. You've known this for a while, and it looks like you've cleared out a small but meaningful place where you are free to be yourself in your relationships. You haven't fully occupied that space yet, but now you've got some ideas. You're being drawn into what may seem like an empty room. It's slightly daunting and very inspiring. And it's your own space. Put down your things, Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) open the windows and stretch out a little. Beneath all the mental activity is a situation that pertains directly to the way that your mother's emotions weigh on your ability to feel Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) The activity of the past few months has taken a toll on your health, like you're at home on the planet. Manipulation between mothers though not a serious one. I suggest you make adjustments to your and daughters is a tricky subject, and few like to talk about it - but I diet, back off on work for the weekend and perhaps visit a suggest you be aware of the whole topic, because it seems chiropractor. I say that because your bones are the seat of your destined to make itself known. You can, if you want, heal this health. I know that Leo is about the heart, and I wonder why I situation, but I can tell you it's more likely to feel like a violent haven't read in an astrology textbook that it's essential that you outburst than it is like a trip on a healing table. The violent aspect is pay attention to your bone structure, posture and spine as the core not literal but rather the result of a mental effect where your anger of your wellbeing. Now, I'm suggesting that you chill with the work and your thoughts reverberate in your mind. Do your best to keep routines a bit, but there are some compelling projects that are things on the level of emotion rather than thoughts. If you're calling you back. I have an idea, which is to invest a fraction of the thinking in circles, go deeper and feel - you'll set yourself free and energy into working out the solution or calculating the next few make contact with the way you've felt confined in the past. And steps in the creation process. If you do this, you may just tap into a that, simply, is the compulsion to push your feelings up to your mind. You're now putting them back where they belong. streak of genius that is usually a bit elusive.
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Taurus (April 19-May 20) This is a gutsy, stellar moment for you professionally, but to dial that in, you may feel like you're going against the grain of something - the 'right way' of doing things, the prevailing opinion of the crowd, or your own typically reserved way of relating to the world. The one thing I suggest you remember is how much preparation you have. You are not a neophyte, though you may have the feeling of stretching your talent as far as it will go -- that's the place you want to be. That's exactly how you stretch across the inner divide into new territory. What may be unsettling to you is the sense of your own dark emotions moving around - desire, passion, anger, need - and these may seem to blow back at you, or reverberate within you. This is what you might call a distortion of the ego, perceiving itself. Relax - how you feel in your moments of Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) You now can take back something that was taken from you as a doubt is not how you're perceived by others. child. I see you making a kind of surprise ambush on the issue, getting hold of it fast, and taking it back to your own camp. This is Gemini (May 20-June 21) Some things are considered normal in relationships that detract not your preferred method of deliberative, methodical growth; you from the passion we crave - among them keeping score, keeping might feel you're doing something out of character, just as if you tabs, and manipulation that is born of jealousy. Also you don't have contemplated stealing something from a store. The thing is, this is to marry every person with whom you have sex. Okay, now that we yours; you cannot steal it. And the fact that you feel like you might have those concerns out of the way, you are being invited into be doing so is revealing. Actually if you tap into the deeper layers some deep erotic territory. Usually, deep means you go in with here you can access a whole world of emotions, possibly laced your feelings, your body and your mind. At the moment your mind with religious views, that involve all that you had to give up for the is leading the way. That means curiosity, ideas, memory fantasy - sake of your family. As an adult you can now make careful note and the craving for a distinct kind of erotic surrender that is truly that it didn't really do them any good, and remind yourself that you holistic. Indeed, I could use a stronger word to catch the real deserve full access to the contents of your soul. essence of the sensation, which is submission. Yes, it's taboo. Yes, you think about this a lot. Now those thoughts are more
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Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) There's an idea floating around that 'spirituality' is about love and light, and that things like fear, rage, grief and other forms of shadow material are inappropriate. Of course, in other quarters, life is dominated by these dark emotions and it's understandable why an enlightened person might think it's a good idea to avoid them. However, light and dark must balance out. I don't mean we need to do one gesture of evil for every creative gesture. I mean that in your inner world there is an incredible diversity of emotion and sensation, and that in order to draw the full power of your creativity - clearly, your most important goal - you need to contact all of your feelings, or rather, you need unfettered access. Therefore, I suggest you be repelled by no part of who you are, no thought, no idea, however strange. Being real with yourself is the first and most significant step to authentic honesty, and that is the heart and soul of art.
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Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20 You don't need to put up with jealousy, neither in yourself nor in others. By that I mean it's not necessary. Instead, I suggest you proceed directly to understanding and addressing the insecurity that jealousy conceals. Make feeling good about yourself your primary life goal, and take constructive action based on that idea. Do what supports your goals and what you love; reach for your deeper resources. If you do this, you're likely to encounter people who follow accordingly. There is nothing in your chart that suggest you need to be striving for conventional relationships. Rather, where others are concerned, the bold emphasis is on community. Do it now, do it in a big way and remember - you're always your own person.
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Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) That edgy feeling may come and go for the next week or so. I suggest you ride it out consciously each time. There are really two things going on. One is that your psyche is processing out old tendencies and patterns that you don't need any more. As you notice these patterns they may frustrate you; give them up on the spot, and choose something else. The other thing happening is that you're pushing into entirely new psychic territory, which may feel at once enticing, uncomfortable and adventurous. Any time you sense the unknown or unfamiliar within yourself, reach in that direction. Do your best to translate it into words, even if they feel imprecise. You will get much closer to the point than you think - and leave yourself a trail back to the places within yourself you've visited.
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The successful candidate will possess a High School diploma. Extensive experience in using computer systems and software, including mainframe and web based applications. Advanced experience using MS Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word and Publisher is mandatory. Must demonstrate strong organizational skills. Must have superb English communication skills (both written and verbal). Must demonstrate attention to detail.
Interested applicants, please forward resumes to: Town of Turner Valley Attention: Personnel Committee Box 330 223 Main Street NE Turner Valley, Alberta T0L 2A0 Fax: (403) 933-5377 or Email: admin@turnervalley.ca Applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. on January 28, 2011.
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Lunch With Jaqueline Guest Contest Winners Sawyer, Dryden and their mom, Amber Harding. Sierra (age 10) and her dad, Todd Virostek. Emily (age 8) and Erin Gilbart.
a STRANGE GRANDMA Christmas Just before Easter fishing poles appeared in of Candy Land, we decided
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(STRANGE GRANDMA gets her holidays mixed up) three packages arrived in the mail. We knew they were from STRANGE GRANDMA. My sister opened her gift. It was a card game of Go Fish. “How thoughtful! Write a thank you letter to grandma.” said Mom. We opened the box to play Go Fish. Suddenly, a mighty river began flowing through our house and
our hands. After we had each caught a few fish, we decided to open the next present. My brother opened his gift. It was a game of Candy Land. “How thoughtful! Write a thank you letter to grandma.” said Mom. We opened the box to play Candy Land. Suddenly, we had gumdrop furniture and a peanut brittle floor. After we had all eaten, or played, our share
to open the final present. I opened my gift. The box read, “Hungry, hungry Hippos!” “I don't think so,” said Mom. That year, Mom wrote a letter to STRANGE GRANDMA and I don't think she said, “Thank you!” Written by Sawyer, Dryden and their Mom, Amber Harding.
Play Games We looked and looked for Mary and finally…….. in the
Close my eyes and count out loud Then open them up and look around The boys and girls were scrambling…… when I could not see Now they are all hiding and waiting so very patiently. I found Johnny hiding secretly within the trees But he is not alone ……there are lots of bees.
garden Standing in the corn…….. she was almost forgotten Mommy told us to play outside and not go in the house But I knew Bobby wouldn't listen and found him in his room….. quiet as a mouse We couldn't find Jimmy for real long time until we heard a little squeal He was curled up like a kitten in a big old tractor wheel.
Then we found Amy way up in the loft Behind the golden straw so soft, soft, soft
Down by the duck pond there was long hollow log We found Tommy buried in the sand We never would have found him….. but he had a lollipop That is where we found Cindy hiding in the dark like a cute little frog in his hand When the sun was about to set, Scout our dog found Down in the pig pen….. Sarah was really stuck She was hidden behind the pigs and up to her knees in Andy sleeping…………….. on his blanket under the deck sticky sticky muck Billy was finally found in the little garden shed Written by Sierra Virostek (age 10) and her Dad, He was in the dark and didn't notice…….. the spider Todd. webs all over his head.
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We have a STRANGE GRANDMA in our family. She lives far away and always sends us the most interesting Christmas presents. Last year she sent us books that read themselves. The year before that she sent us pencils that do all your homework, and before that, clothes that never get dirty. After every gift, no matter how strange, Mom always says, “How thoughtful! Write a thank you letter to grandma.”
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The Bored Game “I'm so bored Jake,” Suzie grumbled to her brother. “Let's go down to the basement and find something to do.” Together, they tiptoed downthe steps. “Hey look at that!” exclaimed Jake. A shiny gold box called 'The Bored Game' lay before them. “Oh, let's play it!” said Suzie. They each took a game piece and spun the spinner. WOOSH!!! With a flash of light, they found themselves whisked into
the game. “How do we get out?” Jake whined. “I guess we have to play our way out” said Suzie. She grabbed the spinner and spun it again. They moved to a space marked 'Battle the Clown'. “That doesn't sound so easy...” Jake whimpered. “Let's get this over with” Suzie harrumphed. Suddenly a gigantic clown with flaming red hair, huge freckles and razor sharp teeth started to chase them.
“Let's shut this clown down!” Suzie shouted. She dashed toward the clown, jumped as high as she could, twisted open the clown's bow tie and took out his batteries. “YOU HAVE DEFEATED THE CLOWN! MOVE ANOTHER TEN SPACES!” boomed a voice. They landed on a space that read 'Pick a card or miss a turn'. Jake snatched one off the pile. “We have to go the finish square and battle a dino-
saur!” It lunged toward them but Jake grabbed it while Suzie tickled it under the armpit. Suddenly, the dinosaur shrunk into a stuffed animal and Jake and Suzie were back in their basement. “I'm not bored anymore!” they laughed. Written by Emily (aged 8) and Erin Harding.
The Gateway Gazette Grassroots Editor and staff would like to congratulate all the winners and runners-up. We would also like to thank Michele Geistlinger for taking the time to submit these winners to us for inclusion in your local paper. You can’t get better “Good News” than this. The runner-up stories will be printed in future editions.
Personal Protection New Year's Resolutions
With the coming of a New Year comes an old tradition, the New Year's Resolution. The tradition was started by early Babylonians and continued by the Romans as a way to make peace with neighbours to begin the New Year without conflict and in essence to “Bury the Hatchet” from any disputes from the year before. Many people in Western Culture make resolutions for the sake of continuing a tradition. But how many people stick with them? In my observations most peo-
ple make a resolution and within a matter of days have given up on it. Some of the most popular ones are to lose weight, stop smoking, reconnect with loved ones or lost friends, travel, attend classes, get promotions and exercise. In fact almost every resolution I ever heard was something healthy. So why not stick with it? Most people don't stick with it because they don't have a plan. “This year I resolve to lose weight,” is a great goal, but it's not a plan. To get results you must have
a plan with objective measurable goals along the way. So below are my tips for making a better you in 2011. 1. Start small and measurable i.e. “I'm going to lose weight.” That's a lofty goal. How about “By the end of 2011 I'm going to have lost 20lbs,” “I'm going to get fit,” can become “By March I'm going to be able to jog 5km without stopping.” These are both smaller goals and measurable. 2. Develop your plan.
Grassroots ~ January 18th, 2011 How am I going to lose the 20lbs? I need to eat healthy nutritious food. I need to stay hydrated. I need to exercise. But what if you don't know how to do any of those things? Perhaps the first step should be research your goal and get a professional to help develop the rest of the plan. 3. Plan stages. My new years resolution plan should be staged. I'm not going to work all year to step on the scale in 12 months for the first time. If I resolve to lose 20lbs by December 2011 I should be losing 5lbs every 3 months. Instead of focusing on a 12 month goal I
can focus on my mini goals every 3 months. 4. Surround yourself with success. Looking to lose weight? Join a club, get a trainer, work out with friends, get magazine subscriptions that educate and motivate you. Surround yourself with all the parts of a successful equation, including people who support and motivate you, not give you excuses for failure, tear you down or otherwise limit your chances of success.
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Start with those steps and your 2011 New Years Resolution can be more than just lip service to an old tradition. It can be your equation to make a better you for 2011!!! I used the example of weight loss for this illustration but this formula can lead to success for any self improvement plan. For help with fitness, weight loss, healthy living or hypnosis or hypnotherapy reach me at: tom@ftsma.com
The Life of A Calmed Artist Happy new year to you, lovely reader. This new year marks the ten-year anniversary of teaching art. Milestones like that are important, and according to life coaches, we need to be celebrating these moments of great accomplishments. Since my meditation practice began five months ago, I have found a sense of calm and clarity. The first main positive result was recognizing when I needed a break and not doing this: “Too stressed to think about a problem? Distract yourself with other things
to do. Too tired to get up early in the morning? Stay up late and finish it tonight. Got a headache from a lack of sleep? Have more coffee.” All of those choices were made as a result of not giving myself that seemingly elusive, “me time.” Finding peace in our crazy, mixed up world full of seemingly endless bad news, incessant instant messaging, creeping deadlines and forcing one 'last' thing into our days can feel like wearing an increasingly huge and heavy pack, climbing the most
treacherous windy mountain with predators lurking all around us, just to find… an escape. All we need to do is be calm. Where I found mine is right here, in my home. Given that I started giving myself some guilt-free 'me time' those little moments are now deeply treasured. They can be a day, an hour, fifteen minutes, even five minutes. But those five minutes are ALL YOURS TO KEEP. And the best part? They're free. For an artist, finding peace is something we absolutely need. Scientists
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Shaun Vickers & Sandi Kennedy Black Diamond 122 - 2nd Avenue S. ~ A great home with two bedrooms, corner lot, lots of trees, room for RV or a few $250,000 vehicles parking on the lot. MLS C3437193
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MLS C3454589
80 Acres and spectacular, panoramic Rocky Mountain views - Two homes; a lovely 1600 sq ft, 5 bedroom bungalow with large attached garage, and 80 foot x 50' outer building and 20 galloon per minute well. The second home is an executive outstanding “Mouse Mountain Log Bungalow, walk-out Home” of 3600 sq ft and finished lower level too. The views from this gorgeous open home are more than beautiful and absolutely as far as the eye can see of rolling hills and outstanding Mountains. 4 bedrooms many ensuites, incredible rock fire place and both levels are heated floors. Six car heated garage and a nice distance to neighbors. Privacy/Privacy
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Walk to Okotoks 1000 yards lovely walk-out bungalow with four bedrooms plus an office, in-floor heat, Chef's kitchen, granite counters, hardwood floors, 4 acres, a walk to Okotoks's north edge. A barn and fenced for horses. New listing and ready to move right in, lovely immaculate condition
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MLS C3436907
3 Acres River front property. Backing to the Sheep River with 33 acres of untouched River land. This property is on pavement, a walk-out, 5 bedrooms and huge office/another bedroom, heated floors, four car garage. The open plan is wonderful for family and friends to enjoy. Dining room, large mudroom and laundry room.
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MLS C3452909
West of High River, 4.8 acres, 10 gpm well reported, with natural trees, bungalow home with two fireplaces, work shop building and pavement to the property. Beautifully upgraded in the last few years. Wrapping veranda with BBQ area, enjoy year round. Keep a few horses if you wish or enjoy quiet privacy.
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$850,000
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High River
Beachwood Estates ~ Absolutely wonderful location backing to natural park lands, extra large lot. Large rooms over 4000 sq ft finished, two story/walk-out/heated floors on all levels/efficient heat/trees, trees, trees in prestigious. High end features throughout the home, sub-zero/hardwood/huge kitchen/very large bedrooms/garage and also detached garage with 220 plug ins for RV's.
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Turner Valley
Turner Valley Villa. Nestled in the Foothills, wonderful view of the Mountains, circle driveway, double parking pad & garage. A 3 bedroom, fully finished villa with open kitchen and large dining area with large window to enjoy Mountains.
$6,000,000
$678,000
MLS C3436491
Terrific views and 1000 yards to the north edge of Calgary. ~ Straight west of the new Iron Mills Shopping Center Five bedrooms on the main floor, three bathrooms too. Also finished in the lower level with bathroom/bedroom and family room. A super location for small business and future development.
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4 Acres. West of Okotoks spectacular
MLS C3439532
Mountain Views, along good paved roads and within two miles of Okotoks limits, schools and services. A terrific location with four bedrooms and a guest suite with it's own entrance. Room and fenced for horses, lovely spruce trees, a pond and few neighbours around. A great location for a shop and small business.
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A wonderful location, tremendous Mountain Views. Five minutes to Calgary, Okotoks and Strathcona Tweedsmuir School. Paved roads to the door, basement could have a suite, second kitchen and walk-out. In-floor heat in lower level and garage floors. 3 Beautiful brick fireplaces, the upper floor – 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, exceptional wood work throughout the home and the kitchen is huge, loads of cabinets and a lovely deck facing east. This home could have 6-7 bedrooms, 4 are upper level. Great house to have extended family or nanny suite.
$1,190,000
4.56 Acres – Five minutes to Calgary NATURAL TREES, TREES, TREES, near the new Hospital, Cranston and Mckenzie Towne- near the exceptional Heritage Hts School and Heritage Point Golf Club – this new home is nestled in a forest of trees. This lovely home has hardwood floors, heated lower level floors, walk-out, paved driveway, elec gate and more. Beautiful design, huge rooms, high end finishing in executive district. 24 St E/ north of Dunbow Road, ½ mile to Deerfoot Trail.
¼ Section against Okotoks, Sheep River Development Homes with the sheep river along the north boundary of the land. A spectacular Rocky Mountain panoramic view from across the land. Development property for future executive area with these natural amenities. Three homes all with 3 bedrooms or more. Gentle slopes towards the mountains, makes this a special and interesting property.
$1,050,000
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MLS C3433134 = $225,000, 10 ac & MLS C3433129 = $99,000, 3 ac & MLS C3433132 = $360,000, 108 acres all at Cowley, good commercial on Highway #3, good campground, RV location, subdivision possibilities, near Old Man Dam.
MLS C3418865 79 Acres on top of the world with Calgary and Okotoks sky lines and views and the Mountains too. A terrific parcel of land on pavement between the Okotoks over pass road (552) and the Aldersyde Highway #547. $365,000.
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MLS C3434334 47 Acres west of Bowden with a forest of trees, power onto the property and a garage to use while building your dream home. 6000 spruce trees on the land, many are now a good size. Directly off the highway #587 and near Glennifer Lake, golfing and services. A gentle ravine and trees divide the balance of the quarter. Shopping is not far away or Calgary within ¾ of an hour. $380,000.
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