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Central Alberta-based magician finds the right trick Kyle Key has been perfecting his craft for the last 20 years ley’s Centennial celebration, which was a special show for him.

“In Bentley, an eight-year-old girl t might seem like a path towards approached me after the show,” exmagic was always in the cards for plained Key. “She said before she was Kyle Key. born, I performed at her brother’s Granted, there are 52 cards in a birthday party and he still talks about deck, but Central Alberta-based ma- it. She said she was glad she finally gician Key always seems to find the got to see my show. wild card.

“That was the first moment, where For the past two decades, Key has now I feel old, but you can see that imbeen practicing magic, the art of pact.” performing tricks or Key also taught illusions for entertainmagic lessons and “WHEN YOU ARE ment. His career has instructed a magic taken him all throughPERFORMING FOR KIDS, class for nine years out Central Alberta at Ecole Lacombe TO SEE THE LOOKS ON and beyond, amazing Upper Elementary THEIR FACES WHEN audiences of all ages School, which he beTHEY SEE THE TRICKS with tricks and a highgan doing at age 12.

AND THEN HAVE THE energy show that is “I can perform built upon a single facin a living room,” KIDS UP ON STAGE, tor — making the audisaid Key of his oneIT’S JUST A LOT OF ence smile. man show. “Or I can FUN AND TO SEE THEM “It’s always been perform in someHAVING FUN.” something I wanted to one’s yard or on a do,” he said of pursuing big stage with a full KYLE KEY magic. “When you are sound system. It’s performing for kids, to very versatile.” see the looks on their faces when they Every show is a unique experience, see the tricks and then have the kids up depending on the audience’s reaction on stage, it’s just a lot of fun and to see and participation. them having fun. That’s always been “That’s probably one of my favoureally rewarding so it’s always some- rite parts of the show,” said Key. “Evthing that I never wanted to quit.” ery show is different because every Key began doing magic at the young person I ever have on stage is a comage of five. pletely different person. It’s always “My grandpa actually got me a fun to interact with them on stage and magic kit for Christmas and that’s interact with the audience at the same how it started, and now with me be- time, and kind of play off them.” ing 25, I’ve been doing magic for 20 What’s next in the cards for Key is years,” he said. anyone’s guess. For now, he’s comKey performed publically for the fortable with his frequent perforfirst time when he was a Grade 7 stu- mance schedule and pursuing what is dent at Lacombe Junior High School easily seen as his passion. in the school talent show.

While most magicians hope to per“That was my debut,” he said. form at bigger and bigger shows and “That’s when everyone found out that eventually see their names in lights I was a magician.” in Las Vegas, for example, Key has Key became enraptured with magic a different focus for this stage of his and began attending conventions, career. competitions and eventually taking “I don’t know if that’s in the cards lessons. for me,” he said of eventually heading “That brought me into performing to Vegas. “I like what I’m doing at the and I guess shortly after that, I started range that I’m doing it and I’ve very performing birthday party shows and busy with it. It’s been rewarding. It’s a couple of smaller corporate shows,” always something new. It’s always a he said. “It’s just kind of grown from new client, a new audience and I’m there.” kind of as busy with it as I want to be.

Now, Key travels all across the prov“Performing shows for me is just a ince, with the core of his shows being good way of getting in front of an auin Central Alberta. Most recently he dience and seeing those reactions,” he was roaming the streets of Lacombe said. “That’s what I’m in it for. I just entertaining attendees of Lacombe enjoy doing it.” news@lacombeexpress.com Days. He also performed during Bent-

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Friends recall Lann Lieurance’s community involvement

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express Thurlow Lann Lieurance, described as a widely influential member of the Lacombe community, passed away earlier this month on Aug. 3rd.

His impact in Lacombe was particularly felt in the arts and music community. He was president of the Lacombe Performing Arts Centre Foundation (LPACF) and the creator of the Music in the Park program.

Through the LPACF he was heavily involved in the partnership of the Cranna Community Cultural Centre, known as the C4 Initiative and was a member of several community music groups and committees.

“When my husband and I came and visited Lann before moving to Lacombe, he said the community was a little jewel in the middle of Alberta. It really stuck with me that he felt that way about the community – he had this really positive feeling about the whole community. I think that really showed in the things he got involved in,” said close friend and colleague Ellen Corea.

“Part of his dream was to have a performing arts centre and theatre here that would answer the needs of musicians and other groups in the community. He

wanted to bring something that was missing in the community.”

Lieurance was not originally from Lacombe. Corea said he had spent time in cities like Calgary and Edmonton playing with a number of bands in different genres of music.

She said he used the connections made through these experiences to implement Music in the Park.

“A couple of years ago we started talking about what would be a neat thing to do in the community would be and his dream was Music In the Park,” she said.

“He wanted to bring mainly professional musicians from his contacts into Lacombe and provide that type of entertainment for free. He just wanted to bring exposure to all different types of music genres.

“He was really great at calling in his favours so that he got professional musicians coming from Calgary and Edmonton to do Music in the Park. Lann is the one who brought all those musicians together. It was just wonderful to work on that project with him. It was a really neat idea and it’s a great project.”

Lieurance was involved in a number of other community groups as well.

“He worked with the Lacombe Lions Community Band for

MEMORABLE – Second from left, the late Lann Lieurance, performs during a local event. Lieurance will be rememphoto submitted bered for his influence in the local music community. awhile, was past director of Flat Iron Jazz, where he was still active in playing tenor saxophone,” said close friend and fellow jazz musician Grant Harder.

“He was a terrific composer and arranger. The Alberta Big Rocks Band that was here a couple of weeks ago – Lann had composed their whole set of songs.

He could sit and listen to a record and transcribe it note for note for every instrument in the band – that’s pretty cool.”

Both Corea and Harder said Lieurance’s passing would impact members of the community

outside his personal circle.

“He didn’t realize the kind of inspiration that he gave to young people especially. That was part of his vision with the arts centre – he wanted a place for children to be exposed to the arts, and become familiar with them and then grow up through the ranks.

In that way, you’re actually supporting culture on a grassroots level,” Corea said.

According to Corea, the C4 Initiative has initial plans and estimates being constructed. The LPACF committee will continue to work in partnership with the

Lacombe Day Care, Lacombe and District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS), Parent Link Centre and Small Wonders Family Day Home to move the project forward.

Harder said, “I think the biggest thing is that he’s going to leave such a big hole in the arts and music community in Lacombe. He’s a transplant, like so many of us, but the impact he had on the community was tremendous. His influence on the art community in Lacombe is second to none.” kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

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École Camille J. Lerouge School (Pre-K - Grade 9) French Immersion & English Middle School 5530 - 42 A Avenue, Red Deer, AB T4N 3A8 Phone: 403-347-7830 Fax: 403-343-9285 www.camilleschool.ca

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CITY BRIEFS

by Sarah Maetche

AHS HOSTS HEALTH WORKSHOPS IN LACOMBE Local individuals are invited to attend a series of supportive health information workshops that are helping Albertans make positive adjustments to their lifestyles.

The workshops are offered as part of the Alberta Healthy Living Program (AHLP), an AHS initiative designed to promote healthy living and provide easy access to helpful information.

The assortment of AHLP workshops cover a range of information, including heart health, weight management, nutrition, diabetes care, chronic illness management and more.

All AHLP sessions are led by AHS professionals who share their expertise in group discussions and provide support and encouragement to participants. Each workshop is free of charge.

For more information, or to register for a workshop call 1-877-314-6997.

Upcoming workshops in Lacombe include: Heart Wise. Learn about high blood pressure, cholesterol and heart healthy nutrition on Sept. 2nd, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Lacombe Community Health Centre (5010 51 Street).

Weight Wise : A self-management workshop to learn safe and effective strategies to manage weight. Held at the Lacombe Community Health Centre (5010 51 St.) Sept. 2nd – Getting started, planning for success 1:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Sept. 16th – Managing hunger and appetite 1:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Sept. 30th – Nutrition: Top five tips to reduce calories 1:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.

To access the full schedule of upcoming AHLP sessions throughout Central Alberta please visit http:// www.albertahealthservices. ca/ev/ne-ev-cdm-calendar2015-summer.pdf.

CITY ROUNDABOUT NOW OPEN The City of Lacombe is advising residents that the City’s first roundabout, located at the intersection of C&E Trail and College Ave., is now open to motorists; however, construction on the adjacent path connections and landscaping will continue through to the end of September.

Lacombe’s first modern roundabout is sized to accommodate large semi-trailers, and includes multi-use

pathway connections for pedestrians and bicyclists.

The City of Lacombe received a one-time special grant from the Government of Alberta to compensate for the closure of the 58th St. access to Hwy. 2. As the roundabout project is funded completely by this grant, municipal taxes and other municipal grants are not impacted.

For more information, including tips on how to safely navigate roundabouts, visit www.lacombe.ca/roundabout.

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The library was forced to close for repairs and renovations in late March due to a flooding emergency that caused extensive damage to the north end of the facility.

“It is my great pleasure to officially announce that our library is back in business, and that all library services have been restored and will resume immediately,” said Head Librarian Christina Petrisor. “I would like to thank the public for their patience throughout this trying time, and we are thrilled to welcome everyone back.”

The public library will resume its regular hours of operation - Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m, Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The library’s book and audiovisual collections are shelved and ready for patrons to peruse. As well, public computer access is available immediately, along with wireless access, faxing, scanto-email and photocopying services. Exam invigilation will also resume.

“I am pleased to have children back in the library,” said Children’s Programmer Mary Poole. “Children’s programming will resume in the fall, and it will be great to see everyone again.”

Registration for children’s programs will begin at 10 a.m. on Aug. 24th. Please call or come in to the library. No emails or voice mails please.

Fall classes begin the week of Sept. 7th. “Library staff are ready to resume their excellent customer service to our many loyal patrons,” said Petrisor. “Remember, our public library is a multiuse venue and a one-stop community learning hub, and everyone can use it as a meeting place.”

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Program launched to put a stop to impaired drivers

BY SARAH MAETCHE Lacombe Express In hopes of curbing impaired driving in the City of Lacombe, a new proactive program has been launched that includes citizen involvement.

The Lacombe Traffic Safety Committee (LTSC), Lacombe Police Service (LPS) and the Lacombe and District Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) have partnered together to launch the Report Impaired Drivers (RID) program.

The community-driven initiative was launched on Aug. 13th, which involves citizens reporting possible impaired drivers when they see unsafe driving behaviours on City streets. The awareness strategy uses highway signs, marketing materials and events to promote the definitive message.

Deputy Mayor Peter Bouwsema said City council was happy to partner with MADD in such an important initiative.

“We, as a City council, care very much about the safety of our citizens as well as the police service and that is why we wanted to work together to make this happen,” he said. “Drinking and driving can easily be prevented, but it continues to have a devastating effect on Canadian families. Ev-

eryone has a stake in making our roads safer and that is why governments, communities and law enforcement must all work to rid our roads of unsafe drivers.

“As a community we can do something. We can take a little bit of time to report these drivers and ultimately make our community safer.”

The program’s main focus is to encourage citizens to pull over and call 911 when they see a possible impaired driver. These types of calls will assist the LPS in getting unsafe drivers off the street.

LTSC Chairperson Mark Sproule said four large RID signs have been placed along area highways, which are highly visible as drivers enter Lacombe.

“Here in Lacombe we have a wonderful police service, however, they can’t be everywhere, so it’s our duty as citizens of Lacombe to play our part in keeping our community safe and assist the police service where we can,” he said. “If you see an impaired driver, immediately call 911. We want to remind them it’s their community, it’s their call. It’s so important for the appropriate services to be contacted to get that unsafe driver off the roadway.”

LPS Chief Steve Murray said the RID program perfectly aligns with the LPS community part-

REPORT IMPAIRED DRIVERS - The Report Impaired Drivers (RID) program was launched in Lacombe last week.

From left are, Lacombe Police Service (LPS) Chief Steve Murray, Lacombe Traffic Safety Committee (LTSC) Chairperson Mark Sproule, LTSC member Jim Maloney, LTSC member Carol Cornwell, LPS Const. Travis Marcott, City of Lacombe Deputy Mayor Peter Bouwsema, MADD Canada and Lacombe and District Chapter representative Darren Sarah Maetche/Lacombe Express Dewald and LPS Insp. Lorne Blumhagen. nership mandate.

“This is exactly what we want to see, even in terms of our Lacombe Community Watch Association,” he said. “All of these things are community-driven and that’s really where they belong.

I am seeing more and more engagement from the citizens of Lacombe. They care and it shows.”

Murray added the RID program doesn’t just apply to im-

paired driving. It also applies to anything suspicious going on in the entire community.

“We would extend that to everyone,” he said. “If you see suspicious activity in your neighbourhoods - if you see anything that you think will detract from keeping your streets safe, we need to hear from you so we can attend to deal with it.”

The message is clear from all

partnering organizations behind RID — ‘See unsafe driving behaviours? Pull over and report it to the police.’

“We want to send a message to those who drink and drive that they are going to get caught, got to jail and get a criminal record,” said MADD Lacombe and District Chapter representative Debbie Barron. news@lacombeexpress.com

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Federal election campaign continues to heat up We are now in week three of the federal election campaign and things are beginning to heat up.

What some thought would be another dull federal campaign is turning into a mudslinging battle.

From blows and pointed attack ads between the party leaders to Prime Minister Harper calling out Alberta’s provincial NDP government, it’s been interesting and we are only a quarter of the way through.

What’s most interesting and what was running parallel to the federal election for the most part, but has taken a step directly into the election as an issue is the ongoing Senate expense scandal and the Mike Duffy trial.

What many thought wouldn’t

catch up to the Prime Minister or affect his election campaign has now become a tangled web for the PMO’s office.

Nigel Wright, former chief of staff for Prime Minister Harper, has been on the hot seat at the trial in Ottawa, being cross-examined daily regarding a series of emails related to the fallout of Duffy’s questionable expenses.

In 2013, Wright wrote a $90,000 cheque to cover Duffy’s expenses and then permitted Duffy to tell the public that he himself had paid the expenses back, thus misleading the Canadian people.

Duffy has pled not guilty to 31 charges of fraud, bribery and breach of trust related to the ex-

penses he claimed as a Senator.

During the trial, Wright testified that he didn’t think allowing Duffy to say he had paid his expenses back, when Wright out of his own pocket had paid the amount, was anything other than, “Bad misrepresentation.”

Harper’s current Chief of Staff, Ray Novak, who is steadily on the campaign trail, has also been brought into the web of the trial after a claim Novak also knew about the Duffy pay out.

The Conservative Party maintains Novak found out about the cheque when it became public knowledge later on in 2013. Harper has also been hounded with questions about Novak on the campaign

trail but he insists that he did not know about his former chief of staff’s actions.

He distances himself by repeatedly stating that the two individuals responsible are being held accountable in court.

Voters across Canada will go to the polls on Oct. 19th.

Several candidates have already put their names forward for the newly-formed Red Deer-Lacombe riding including incumbent Conservative candidate Blaine Calkins and Liberal candidate Jeff Rock.

Doug Hart and Katherine Swampy have both put their names forward for the federal NDP nomination, which will be decided next week.

Maintaining and enhancing our downtown infrastructure As mayor, I’m part of a dedicated team at the City of Lacombe responsible for developing and maintaining our civic infrastructure network, including roadways, schools, sewage and waste disposal systems, to help keep our community livable, sustainable and viable well into the future.

Council recognizes the importance of a wellfunctioning municipal infrastructure system, as it allows for improved service delivery, and helps to promote economic development and job creation.

This past spring, City crews were dispatched to investigate and address a sewer backup on 50 Ave. caused by a blockage just west of 53 St. While the blockage was speedily cleared by staff, further investigation revealed a broken section of the main pipe wall. However, the line seemed to be flowing normally.

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CHRISTIE A follow-up inspection of that area the following day revealed another blockage further east, prompting staff to contract a sewer line camera company to conduct a detailed video inspection of the line.

The video revealed several integrity failures, sags, misalignments and even a location of nearly complete collapse. As a result, the Capital Works Program includes upgrades to water mains, new sidewalk and a new asphalt overlay on 49C Ave., all scheduled to coincide with the 50 Ave. infrastructure construction upgrades.

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replacement of the sanitary main at 49C Ave. were based on information gathered from the line inspection. We are also concerned about the pipe that runs along 50 Ave., which serves the southwest portion of the City. A failure of this pipe could cause a system surcharge, dramatically increasing the risk of sewer backup in affected homes.

Another area of concern is at the intersection at 52 Ave., as it requires immediate repair to ensure this critical artery of the municipal wastewater collection system remains operational. Administration recommends replacing the current 200mm wastewater pipes as early as 2017 with 300mm pipes to accommodate additional flows.

The most likely cause for the deteriorating pipe network is the material it is made of (vitrified clay tile) and the heavy cyclic loading. Although the clay tile

is strong, it is also brittle and inflexible. High water volumes have shortened the life span of the material, and if left unaddressed, sections of the pipe could suddenly collapse, requiring emergency repairs.

Emergency repairs can happen at any time of the year and require specialized equipment, labour or materials. The costs are more difficult to control in the absence of planning, labour availability and other resources. The repairs can also be extremely disruptive to the community. The disruption time in this case is estimated at three to four weeks per block for sanitary sewer repair.

The impact to residents and affected businesses in Lacombe’s downtown core is one of the greatest costs of a downtown infrastructure upgrade program and I believe that it is critical that this impact be minimized by limiting the dura-

tion and frequency of this type of work.

With this in mind, council has directed staff to conduct further analysis of other infrastructure in the impacted area, including water and wastewater, roads, storm sewers, concrete sidewalk, curbs and gutters, as well as lighting fixtures. Due to the cost and community disruption associated with this project, a high level of planning and consultation will be required.

To that end, council has adopted the recommendation to complete this program in 2017, with planning taking place in 2016.

I, along with other members of council, feel strongly that a proactive approach to this infrastructure upgrade project is more economical than simply waiting to react to an emergency.

Steve Christie is the mayor of Lacombe.

Do you think gas prices should be this high when the price of a barrel of oil is so low?

Asked at the Mary C. Moore Public Library in Lacombe by Sarah Maetche

“No. It’s a correction in the market. It seems a little excessive.”

Logan Johnston, Calgary

“If it contributes to keeping jobs in the oilfield, then it’s fine.”

Christina Petrisor, Lacombe

“No. It shouldn’t. It depends on circumstances worldwide.”

“No, but I think we don’t have any say in it.”

Stan Palamarek, Lacombe

Donna Lidston, Lacombe

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Thursday, August 20, 2015

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Summerfundraiser: The Lacombe & District Historical Society is organizing the Summerfundraiser! at Summerland Leisure Park on Aug. 29th from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Come join them for face painting, mini golf, carnival games, blacksmithing, a petting zoo, bouncy castle, barbecue and a free live music concert featuring The RoJo’s from 5 p.m.- 8 p.m. All proceeds support you local museums.

Are you as healthy as you think?

Find out at the Health Expo with the Harvard Fitness test, peak flow meter test, blood pressure check, water and body fat analyzer scale and computerized health age. Get a free relaxing massage, nutrition counseling and pamphlets full of health tips.

The Canadian Red Cross will have information on emergency disaster preparedness and medical equipment loans. The Heart & Stroke Foundation will present the newest facts on fats. It’s all free. Drop in between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Sept. 20th at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. For more information call Esther at 403-782-5258 or Nadine at 403-786-2338. Sponsored by the Good Water Company and the Health Department of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Burman University: How can we serve you on Sept. 24th? We, the students of Burman University (formerly CUC) would like to invite you, the citizens of Lacombe to give us the privilege of serving you in whatever small to mid-sized project you may need assistance. We can arrange for groups of two to 10 people to help for up to three

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with a kit lens and, optionally, also your macro lens, flash and tripod. Questions or to register, call 403-885-4477 or email us at info@ellisbirdfarm.ca.

Central Alberta Football Official Association Level 1 Clinic: The CAFOA is a not-for-profit organization that officiates minor football in the Central Alberta region, from Camrose to Drumheller and everywhere in between. A Level 1 clinic will be held on Aug. 22nd for any willing and able bodied people. The clinic will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and includes lunch. For more details and to pre-register please visit www.cafoa.ca.

Blackfalds Library: Our new books include Sherrilyn Kenyon’s “Son of No One”, Lisa Genova’s “Inside the O’Briens” and Stuart Woods’ “Hot Pursuit”. We have added some Roald Dahl and Calvin & Hobbes books to our middle school section. These are new items to Blackfalds Library and should provide some laughs and good reading.

Remember we have the Lego Club for ages five and up on Thursday

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Central Alberta photographers, are you looking to hone your macro photography skills? Ellis Bird Farm is hosting a day-long macro photography seminar on Aug. 22nd from 9 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. with a cost of $115 per person. The session will be lead by accomplished nature photographer Adrian Thysse and will cover a whole range of skills required for macro photography.

A basic level of DSLR knowledge is assumed; bring your own DSLR

at 3:30 p.m. and the Duplo Club for parents and children ages 0 to four on Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Our fundraising for the Summer Reading Program will soon be in full swing. Large and small prizes as well as cash for craft supplies and entertainment are needed to make our reading program successful and enjoyable for the kids. Visit our website at blackfaldslibrary.ca or call us at 405-885-2343.

Invitation to join CNIB Peer Support Group: The Peer Support Group is a program dedicated to helping CNIB clients adjust to vision loss. Feelings of fear, anxiety, intimidation and anger are extremely common in adults who are diagnosed with vision loss. The goal of the group is to help transform these feelings into those of confidence and independence through education and group discussions. The program is facilitated by a volunteer who has gone through the process of adjusting to a life with vision loss.

The group offers seniors a way to

lery, jams, honey, woodwork and lots more. We “make it, bake it or grow it,” just for you! Call 403-782-4772 or 403-877-1280.

Lacombe Walking Group Wednesdays from 12-12:30 at Medcombe Walk-In-Clinic. No Registration required.

Lacombe Dance Lessons – social and choreographed ballroom dancing. Traditional Two-step or Cha Cha/Jive. For details phone Cliff at 403-782-4094.

Quilting and crafts held at Blackfalds United Church on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Help make quilts or bring your own quilt/ craft to work on. Check out our website at blackfaldsunitedchurch.com or call 403-8854780 for more information.

The Lacombe Legion has bingo on Mondays at 7 p.m. in the upstairs hall. Coffee time runs Wednesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. ($2 for coffee, tea and cookies).

On Fridays, there are four meat

draws and tickets are $2/set of three tickets. Draw starts at 6:30 p.m. On Saturdays, there are four meat draws which start at 4:30 p.m. Chase the ace starts after meat draws.

Parkinson Alberta Education offers supports groups for persons with Parkinson disease, family members and caregivers at the following Central Alberta locations: Red Deer, Lacombe, Innisfail, Olds, Three Hills and Castor. Visit www.parkinsonalberta.ca for more information.

New to Lacombe? Contact Lacombe Welcome Wagon for free maps, information about the City & area, as well as free gifts from local businesses. New baby in the family? Contact Donna Korpess with the Lacombe Welcome Wagon at 403-7820475 for free information, baby product samples as well as free gifts from local businesses.

Youth Unlimited Drop-in Activities: Drop-in activities now run every Tuesday from 6 – 9 p.m. with ball hockey on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 – 9 p.m. Girls only drop-in is also Wednesdays from 6 – 9 p.m.

Thursdays Grade 3-6 drop-in program runs from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. and Grade 4 and up program from 6 – 9 p.m. Cost is 2$ for drop-in and ball hockey with drop-in 10 passes at $10 and ball hockey season pass at $50.

Taoist Tai Chi a relaxing, low impact exercise; continuing classes year round, for those who have completed beginners or have learned Taoist Tai Chi before. Participate in classes of your choice. Available in Red Deer, Lacombe, Rocky Mountain House, and Innisfail.

Contact 403-346-6772.

Affirm – providing safe and confidential support to people of all sexual orientation and identity, their families and friends. We meet in Lacombe. For more information, call Marg at 403-7821887 or Ross at 403-782-3671.

Lacombe Art Guild – The Lacombe Art Guild offers classes two Tuesday evenings a month and one full Saturday. Memberships are $15 a year and the club runs from October to May. Classes offered are in all mediums and beginner to experienced. Contact Donna at 403-782-9190.

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Thursday, August 20, 2015

Rock seeks to represent Red Deer-Lacombe riding

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express As the federal Liberal candidate for Red Deer-Lacombe, Jeff Rock is working to ensure he connects with the wide variety of citizens he hopes to represent.

Members of the Red Deer-Lacombe Federal Liberal Association selected Rock as their representative in January. Since that time, Rock has engaged in a number of activities to become more involved in the communities included in the riding.

“Red Deer is split into two with the redistribution of the ridings, and I’m actually really excited. I think the new riding of Red Deer-Lacombe reflects a lot of the diversity that is Canada,” Rock said.

“It’s both rural and urban, it’s oil and gas and agriculture and it has a large Indigenous community.

In Red Deer and Lacombe there are an increasing number of immigrants as well – I think it reflects a lot of Canadian people.”

Rock and his team of volunteers have been doorknocking for several months engaging with the public. He said many of the people he’s talked to shared a common thought – they were undecided about where to place their votes and trust.

“It’s no secret that this is the conservative heartland in a lot of ways, but I think people have grown tired of Stephen Harper and they are looking for a viable alternative. I am introducing myself to people and I’m seeking to be part of that

JEFF ROCK viable alternative,” he said.

“I think that for the last 10 years, Canadians have become increasingly more divided and I think people are ready to come together in a new way.”

To reach into more rural communities such as Rimbey, Alix and Bentley, Rock and his team are working to create a number of meetand-greet events at local ca-

fés in the communities. As well, Rock has reached out to a number of Indigenous communities, including the area of Maskwacis, where a number of reserves come together.

“In my work as a minister, I have the privilege of working with a lot of First Nations communities and different projects of initiatives. The riding of Red Deer-Lacombe includes the four reserves that make up Maskwacis, as well as a large urban Indigenous population. It’s been a real pleasure for me to be able to partake in some of those conversations,” Rock said.

He was recently invited to partake in a powwow in Maskwacis, and is involved with a number of Aboriginal community projects in Red Deer.

“I’ve attended some of the sweat lodges here and I was involved with the Remembering the Children Society, and the local Truth and Reconciliation Commission. As well, Walking With Our Sisters was a recent event that I had volunteered with,” he said.

“A lot of the folks involved in those activities are my friends in town and it was great to support them and see the work they are doing.”

Another issue very close to Rock’s heart, and to his party’s ideals is the notion of balancing environment and economy.

“A really big issue for us here in Alberta is holding the economy and environment together. I think it’s irresponsible to deny climate change and I think it’s

irresponsible to demonize the oil and gas industry,” he said.

“The Liberal platform has been trying to find the right balance between the environment and economy to ensure we have the social license to bring our products to market. I think our current government is just not doing that.

“Canada is a diverse country from coast to coast to coast. Different provinces have different needs and each community has different needs. That’s the reason I decided to step up and run – I want to help bring Canadians closer together, from all walks of life. I want to encourage conversations to happen,” Rock said.

Canadians go to the polls Oct. 19th. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

Memorial bench unveiled in memory of Lions Club member

BY SARAH MAETCHE Lacombe Express The clouds were looming, slowly approaching Lacombe and the paved pathway passing through the research station grounds.

It’s here where those who walk the Trans Canada Trail sometimes choose to rest. It’s also here where a new memorial bench was unveiled last Friday afternoon.

The bench was placed along the trail in honour of longtime Lacombe Lions Club member Roy Cucheran. Cucheran passed away in 2010.

Cucheran’s family, including his four children and grandchildren, along with wife Hannah, were on hand with Lacombe Lions Club members to unveil the very special bench.

“Roy was a very active Lions member who joined the club in 1989,” said Lacombe Lions Club President Sharon Reiter dur-

ing the small ceremony. “He served as president of the Lacombe Lions Club three times — in 1993, 1997 and 2003. During most of the years that he wasn’t president, he was on the board of directors of the Club.”

During his time with the Lions Club, Roy assisted in operating the concession for summer events like Lacombe Days and the Tees Rodeo. The Lions Club also sponsored the construction of the concession stand at Michener Park.

“For these events, Roy volunteered to look after picking up and delivering food and beverage items,” said Reiter. “Of course, as soon as Roy would leave on a grocery run, we would get low or run out of something he didn’t have on his list.

Then, to Roy’s dismay, when he returned with the groceries, someone would give him the new list of stuff we needed. After quite a bit of grumbling, Roy would head off on another grocery shopping mission.”

Roy was also involved with the Lions

Club at the district level, serving as a zone chair several times and attending conventions. Roy was also an active Lacombe Legion member.

“Our Lions Club has dinner meetings and members take turns cooking and bringing food for these meetings,” explained Reiter. “Roy’s specialty was fried chicken, which members of the Club still talk about.”

Out of all the Lions Club projects, Roy’s favourite was the Lions Foundation of Canada’s dog guides program.

“Dog guides trains dogs to work with blind people, those with hearing problems, people with autism and other conditions,” said Reiter. “The foundation then matches each dog

with a disabled person and provides extensive training for the matched person and the dog. Having a service dog is a life-changing experience for the disabled person.

“So, we are here today to honour Lion Roy by dedicating this bench in his memory,” said Reiter.

And with that, Reiter and Hannah cut the ribbon on the stone bench. Family members took turns sitting on the bench, all with the hope that the ‘place to rest’ will bring tribute to Roy and enjoyment to those who stop to sit on the bench.

The memorial bench is located along the Trans Canada Trail, on the south end of the Research Station grounds. news@lacombeexpress.com

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A NEW PLACE TO REST - From left, Hannah Cucheran and Lacombe Lions Club President Sharon Reiter sit on the new memorial bench for longtime Lions Club member Roy Cucheran Sarah Maetche/Lacombe Express placed along the Trans Canada Trail last week.

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Thursday, August 20, 2015

Local writer wins gold medal at 55 plus games

BY SARAH MAETCHE Lacombe Express Many may know her as an athlete, excelling in cross-country skiing, or as a campground owner and operator, but Margrit de Graff has also come to wear another hat — author in her golden years. de Graff recently received a gold medal in creative writing at the Zone 4 Arts and Crafts and Creative Writing banquet. The banquet is an extension of the 2015 Alberta 55 Plus Summer Games.

This is the second time de Graff has won a gold medal for her creative writing pursuits in the Alberta 55 Plus Summer Games.

In her leisure, de Graff competes in cycling and cross-country skiing and is known as a ‘muscle woman.’ She also loves to putter around in her large garden during the summer months.

“In the winter and in-between I write, so I think writing really is at the top,” she said.

“At my age, 88, I’m afraid I won’t get everything written. I have three books going at the same time.”

Although she has been creative her whole life, and did dabble in writing as a teen, the pursuit was put on the backburner by the other aspects of her life.

“I used to be a scribbler, then I morphed

into a writer,” said de Graff.

This metamorphosis was really spurred on when she turned 80. After retiring at 79 and selling her campground, she went on a five-month trip around the world on a freighter.

“Then, finally I had the time to write because sometimes there are days when you don’t see the shore,” she said of the trip.

“I always liked writing,” said de Graff.

“At the campground I had about 100 permanent campers year round, and for them, I wrote a newsletter every month, but otherwise I didn’t have anything else. I always like writing and when I first came to Canada, I wrote for a German newspaper about

my experiences. I’ve sold a story here and there.”

So far, over the past eight years, de Graff’s works have been included in 13 anthologies. She has authoured short stories, poetry and self-published multiple books, which she binds herself and sells at craft fairs.

She also has a bestseller titled Wanted that is her story of her first year in Alberta with her new husband and having a blended family of 10 children. de Graff also has a new book in the works and is planning to work on eBooks in the future. news@lacombeexpress.com

A successful ‘Church in the Park’ PUBLIC NOTICE Land Use Bylaw 300.102

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the City of Lacombe has given first reading to Bylaw 300.102, to rezone Lot 11 and Lot 12, Block 16, Plan 2170KS (5259 and 5253 49 Street)from R1c – Residential Smaller Lot Single Detached Dwellings to R2 – General Residential.

Where do I get more information?

A copy of the Bylaw may be viewed at www.lacombe.ca or at the City of Lacombe City Hall at 5432 – 56th Avenue during office hours.

When is the Public Hearing?

If you would like to make comments on the proposed repeal the Council of the City of Lacombe will be holding a Public Hearing in Council Chambers located at 5432 – 56th Avenue, on Monday, August 24, 2015 at 6:05pm.

How do I get involved?

Any person or group wishing to express their views on the proposed bylaw amendment will be given the opportunity to make a presentation.

All written letters or petitions regarding this amendment are to:

One of the best things about Lacombe in the summer is our ‘Lacombe Days’ celebration. This year was better than ever with many special activities like ‘Jammin’ in the Park’ and the Slo-pitch tournament.

Many people said the parade was outstanding both with the many participants and the wide variety of entries. Thanks to the many businesses that sponsored events and all those who helped organize. Well done Lacombe.

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ed community members gather together for a time of worship to God our creator and Jesus our Saviour.

It is a visible working out of Psalm 133: “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity. It is like precious oil poured on the head (a sign of God’s favour). It is as if the dew of Mt. Hermon were falling on Mount Zion. For there the Lord bestows his blessing, even life forevermore.”

This stress on unity was strikingly visible in the Bible where God commanded his people to gather three times a year at the great celebration feasts remembering his mighty acts of deliverance and salvation.

Everyone came to Jerusalem to celebrate these feasts.

There is something about people gathering in the 100s or even 1,000s or more to worship God. It inspires faith and trust in God when we see him working in so many people in such wondrous ways.

Normally on a Sunday, each church fellowship meets with its own smaller group of members. At ‘Church in the Park’ we see everyone together and are reminded that we are not alone.

We are part of something much bigger that God is doing in Jesus by the Holy Spirit right here in Lacombe.

Sometimes we can feel small and insignificant when we all go our separate ways. But we are not separate. We are united as it says in Ephesians 4:46: “There is one body and one spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and father of all who

is over all and through all and in all.” Every year at ‘Church in the Park’ we seek to live this out as we come together in a time of worship and praise to God. This year’s ‘Church in the Park’ was especially enjoyable.

The sun along with a little cloud made it very comfortable to meet outside. A variety of churches took part beginning with Woodynook Christian Reformed providing an excellent pancake breakfast to an estimated 1,200 people.

Then Steve Sainte and a music team of Burman University students led in joyful singing. I opened the service. Lutheran Pastor Harold Witte led in prayer for the City of Lacombe giving thanks for many blessings and seeking God’s help in areas of need.

Pastor Dayna Vreeken from Woodynook preached the sermon based on Ephesians 4:1-16 with its call for ‘Unity in the Spirit’ as Christians to show the love of Jesus in Lacombe.

An offering was received to support two local Christian ministries: Volunteer Link ministers to people who are lonely or in need of assistance and Youth Unlimited ministers to the youth in our community. A total of $3,209 was collected and will be divided between these two worthy causes.

Finally Pastor Mark Running from the Pentecostal Church closed the service with words of thanks and God’s parting blessing.

Afterwards many people commented on how encouraged they were to be part of this special worship event. Next year we hope you can join us.

Mike Vandyk is the pastor at Bethel Christian Reformed Church.

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Thursday, August 20, 2015

Filling the gap – exploring a lack of local social resources Recognizing existing services available to those in need

BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express

ONE OF MANY SERVICES – Neighborhood Place is one of several services in Lacombe that can help connect people to agencies and individuals in the area to assess basic needs and social problems.

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a wide range of hours in a day. As well, because there is a limited amount of options for people to access, the volume of clients in each of these establishments is high.

“Right now, we’re dealing a lot with domestic violence, sexual assault, assault, theft, fire – we deal with a lot of stuff. There has been a huge increase in theft lately. And that’s something we work through as well,” Barron said.

Between FCSS, Victim Services and Neighborhood Place, there is a plethora of resources that can be directed to clients.

Unfortunately services such as a women’s emergency shelter, a women’s outreach, addictions services and housing programs that meet the needs of the community are not available in Lacombe. Often, people must travel to Red Deer to make the next step of their journey. This can be an issue for some residents, who may not be able to drive or have access to a vehicle.

Barron said Victim Services does have a small emergency fund to assist in these situations.

“If a person doesn’t drive or has no way of transport, we can sometimes arrange transport for them from Lacombe to Red Deer. For example, if it’s a domestic violence victim and they

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referrals made to outside organizations. They work with families, individuals and the community agencies that provide aid to those people.

“What we do is basically two things: the first is that we help individuals and families. If they walk in the door, we provide all the services that we can provide here or we send them where they need to go. The other half is helping the organizations in the community build capacity to help others,” said Barb Walker, director of Neighbourhood Place.

Neighborhood Place is connected a vast array of organizations and people in Central Alberta throughout Lacombe and Red Deer.

The relationships built through referrals, interagency meetings and development of community coordination are all benefits of the agency.

It is important that people in Lacombe understand there are services and programs in place within the City to cover a number of issues, she added.

Youth programs, parenting support and counselling are a number of available assistance programs as well.

Another important thing to note is that most of these services are free, which means the programs are running on a budget and may not be accessible for

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This is part two of a series that will explore the various social needs of the community and help to determine what is being done to address those needs.

Albertans are very lucky to have access to services like mental health supports, family programs and counselling and Lacombe is no exception to offering those services.

In Lacombe and area, the problem lies in the sheer volume of residents and clients as compared to the available agency services.

Family and Community Support Services (FCSS), Neighborhood Place, Victim Services, Lacombe Mental Health, the Lacombe Foundation and Volunteer Link are examples of services put in place to help residents build on their basic needs.

Many of these agencies must still rely on the assistance of those around Lacombe and in Red Deer to fulfil the needs of the community.

Debbie Barron is the executive director of Victim Services, a 24-hour a day Lacombe Police program that helps to direct people to the services they need during a crisis.

“Basically what we do is act as a sort of first-response support to crisis.

I’d say about 95 per cent of my referrals come from the police, because we are a police-based unit,” Barron said.

“We’re kind of the first response after police. Usually what happens is the police will arrive at a scene where there is complete turmoil and someone’s in shock or is distressed. The cops will call us in and I would come in and act in a nice, calm, compassionate manner and let the victim know where they can go to get help.”

Victim Services is a crucial step for many Lacombians experiencing a domestic violence situation, those facing homelessness, dealing with trauma or grief or for people who are unsure of how to remove themselves from a dangerous situation.

Neighborhood Place is a similar type of service provider – there is an intake process and appropriate

teer Link, either through Victim Services, Neighborhood Place or another referral. Volunteer Link is a connection of church volunteers that collect funds for emergency situations, as well as offer personal assistance to those in need.

One of the major ways they can do this is by providing a means of transportation to people who need a ride to a doctor, grocery store, social service or even court.

In Lacombe, the connectivity of the agencies is extremely developed.

Oftentimes clients will be referred to one or many of the services, to learn that each organization has a connection to the next.

This kind of communitymindedness and connectivity allows Lacombians a better chance at working through distressing issues, officials say, adding there are services available in the City but as the population grows development in these areas is crucial. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

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Surround yourself with friends

review any aspirations you

and loved ones, Cancer. You

HOW TO PLAY:

may have pushed aside, especially those pertaining to

enjoy spending time with those

love. Open your heart instead

you love, and time spent that

of turning off feelings.

way will make you happier.

LEO

VIRGO

Jul 23/Aug 23

Aug 24/Sept 22

Leo, step aside and let

Virgo, it is easy to find yourself

someone else shine in the

pulled in different directions.

coming days. You enjoy the

You want to please everyone at

spotlight, but this person can

the same time, but that’s

use a little positive energy

not always possible.

coming his or her way.

Choose one project.

LIBRA Sept 23/Oct 23

weapon this week, Libra.

pursue personal interests this

out of a difficult situation, you

week, you may not be able to get any time alone. You may need to put aside these tasks

will rise to the challenge and

and handle what’s

show your mettle.

in front of you.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 23/Dec 21

15. Point midway between NE and E 18. Female sheep 19. Main 21. In a way, tangled 22. WWII female grunts 23. Nothing 26. Hoover’s organization 27. Before 28. Patti Hearst’s captors 29. One point S of due E 30. Film splicer & viewer 31. Something curved in shape 32. Possessed 33. Patagonian hares 34. Gave a formal speech 35. Resident of Mogadishu 36. Tangles 37. Annona diversifolia 40. Mures river city 41. Same as 15 across 44. Explosive

SCORPIO Scorpio, even if you want to

CAPRICORN Dec 22/Jan 20

Use this week to rededicate

Capricorn, enjoy this carefree

yourself to diet and exercise,

time when you have little on

Sagittarius. Don’t be distracted

your plate. Such times may

from your fitness goals, and

be few and far between, but

you will begin to feel better

making the most of them can

immediately.

ensure your happiness.

CLUES ACROSS

AQUARIUS

PISCES

Jan 21/Feb 18

Feb 19/Mar 20

Celebrate your personal

Minimize any chaos

successes this week,

in your life by trying

Aquarius. You deserve any fanfare that you can get. Escape from your

Fill-in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started.

Remember: You must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box.

CLUES DOWN (cont.)

Oct 24/Nov 22

Courage will be your secret

When everyone else is backing

ANSWER

to get into a schedule.

Sticking with a routine will

responsibilities and share the

make it easier to juggle your

moment with loved ones.

responsibilities.

1. Munich jazz label 4. A lump of clay 8. Showy ornament 10. __ Girl, brand of beer 11. Aka Kissavos 12. Warmest season of the year 13. 2nd longest Bulgarian river 15. Records the brain’s electric currents 16. Cutting part of a drill

17. Colorful Italian city 18. The last part 19. Pouch 20. “Mad Men” creator 24. No (Scottish) 25. Actress Farrow 26. Focus cars (Co. initials) 27. Snakelike fish 28. One point E of due S 29. Grey sea eagle 30. Female “Mad Men” star 37. Actress Lupino 38. Time units (abbr.)

39. Moses’ elder brother 40. 4th Caliph of Islam 41. Treaty of Rome creation 42. Theatrical play 43. Told on 45. “To tie” in Spanish 46. Amidst 47. Exchange for money 48. Bar game missile 49. Pluto or ___ Pater

CLUES DOWN 1. Selfishness 2. Cinnamon source 3. Revolutionary firearm 4. Br. university town river 5. Lower back region 6. Relating to oil 7. Soil 9. Cause to lose courage 10. Pushed in nose dog 12. Dregs 14. Part of a cheer

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ARTS & LEISURE

‘The Dirty Dishes’ set to play Red Deer stage

BY MARK WEBER Lacombe Express Melding country, folk, bluegrass, roots and gospel, the Toronto-based Dirty Dishes have a slate of shows planned for Red Deer Aug. 25th-27th.

On Aug. 25th, the ‘feisty trio’ will play Earls Patio from 7 to 9 p.m. On Aug. 26th, they will perform on the Ross Street Patio from 4:30 to 7 p.m. and on Aug. 27th they play The Olive at 8 p.m.

“Part of it is a trip for me home, to visit the family,” explains Lisa Olafson, the group’s founder who also plays ukulele and once called Red Deer home. Rounding out the group are Alison Porter on fiddle and Suzy Wilde on guitar and washboard. All three provide vocals, and that magical threepart harmony is one of the most engaging elements to the charming Dirty Dishes sound. Often also backed by a rhythm section, ‘The Plate Rails’, featuring Henry Heilig on bass and Jay Boemer on drums, the Dishes have been, “Breaking hearts and soothing souls at clubs, fairs, theatres and festivals across Canada for nearly a decade,” according to a release.

Their latest disc, And Stay Out! is set for release in September.

And Stay Out! features 11 new tracks including After the Goldrush (Neil Young), Rockytop (Osbourne Brothers) and Evangeline (Robbie Robertson) along with a handful of new originals.

The group came to be originally about eight years ago. “I was actually doing my one-person Fringe show, and in the process of doing that, I thought I needed a fundraiser for doing the show,” said Olafson. So she decided to put a little band together for a one-night cabaret.

“I loved doing the Fringe show, but the band that came out of it has been my project – it’s been my baby. The three of us are all so invested in it – it’s been fantastic.”

Meanwhile, as mentioned, Olafson spent part of her growing up years in Red Deer, part of

UNIQUE SOUNDS – The Dirty Dishes are gearing up for several Red Deer shows Aug. 25th to Aug. 27th. which included attending Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School. She also took theatre studies at Red Deer College, which bolstered her comfort level when it came to sharing her music with a broader audience. And a love for music is something that was sparked early on.

“We always gathered around the piano to sing with the extended family. My dad always had the guitar out – he’d come home from work and play his guitar,” she recalls. A taste for comparatively traditional country fare was also discovered early on as well.

“I love the old country songs – I don’t really know any of the new country,” he adds with a laugh.

Folks like Dolly Parton and Hank Williams have been influential in her musical journey, and much of the material the Dirty Dishes performs hearkens to those classic early years.

These days, Olafson said the band would describe their music essentially as ‘rootsy’. “That way, we can go to these folk festivals and be part of them by playing more of the bluegrass sounds too with the fiddle, washboard and ukulele.” Ultimately, the

more traditional sound is what resonates so compellingly across their musical sensibilities.

And Stay Out! was recorded at Canterbury Studios in Toronto and mixed by Danny Greenspoon this past spring. “We have six originals which is awesome – we are very pleased with that,” she says. Olafson is also quick to credit the acclaimed Greenspoon with helping to fashion a project the women are so very proud of.

“He was wonderful! I was nervous to go with such a big name, thinking he was going to be all arrogant,” she laughs. “But he

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was wonderful. He’s really nice – I didn’t feel like I was amongst royalty at all – he’s so down to earth.”

Meanwhile, the challenges of being an indie group may always be there, but the joys of making music, collaborating and performing remain constant.

“Creating three-part harmony with two other women’s voices, sailing through chords –telling the story in three-part harmony – that’s what gives me the shivers, always,” she says. “I couldn’t be happier being in a trio.” editor@reddeerexpress.com

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ARTS & LEISURE

Thursday, August 20, 2015

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat in Red Deer

BY MARK WEBER Lacombe Express Cornerstone Youth Theatre is gearing up to present an interactive sing-along performance of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat Aug. 21st at 7 p.m. and Aug. 22nd at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. at New Life Fellowship Church (20 Kelloway Cresc.) in Red Deer.

From the musical library of Rodgers and Hammerstein with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, the Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colours comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable.

Joseph, his father’s favourite son, is a boy blessed with prophetic dreams.

When he is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and taken to Egypt, Joseph endures a series of adventures in

which his spirit and humanity are challenged.

He is purchased by Potiphar where thwarting advances from Potiphar’s wife land him in jail. When news of Joseph’s gift to interpret dreams reaches the Pharaoh, Joseph is well on his way to becoming second in command.

Eventually his brothers, having suffered greatly, unknowlingly find themselves groveling at the feet of the brother they betrayed but no longer recognize.

Set to an engaging ‘cornucupia’ of musical styles, this Old Testament tale emerges both ‘timely and timeless.’

From start to finish, the production is indeed a mesmerizing blur of colour, energy and engaging storytelling, said Stephanie Orr, artistic director.

“Whether they are familiar with the show or not, we have props for them and the lyrics up on the screen so they can sing along with us,” said Orr, adding Cornerstone had a sing-a-long version of the production last year as well, and the audience was hysterical.

“It’s really fun to be in the middle of an audience that is participating.”

The show is part of a 10-day teen camp with 40 youth that Cornerstone has been hosting, where participants have been able to flex their theatrical muscles and hone all kinds of skills. Having the chance to present publically what they’ve been pouring so much time and attention into seemed the natural course of direction. Most of the kids have some experience, but there are about 10 or so who are brand new to the theatre ‘adventure.’

“There are encouraging of each other, and not competitive. They have a really good team spirit,” she said of the process of staging the show. Again, it’s an action-packed adventure guaranteed to entertain.

“It’s like you’re jumping on a train and going for a 90-minute ride,” laughs Orr. “Every song is written in a different genre, and there really isn’t any breathing room.

You just run for 90 minutes. You can’t have low energy, or you will fall off the train!”

Call 403-986-2981 or visit cornerstoneyouththeatre.org for tickets or for more information. editor@reddeerexpress.com

Do I need to undergo cataract surgery?

PUBLIC NOTICE Land Use Bylaw 300.101

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the City of Lacombe has given first reading to Bylaw 300.101, to rezone SW 20-40-26 W4 located in Mackenzie Ranch from FD – Future Designation District to R5 – High Density Residential.

Where do I get more information?

A copy of the Bylaw may be viewed at www.lacombe.ca or at the City of Lacombe City Hall at 5432 – 56th Avenue during office hours.

Do I get a lot of email?

Yes, tons of it. Do I get letters? Practically never, particularly those without a return address. So I was surprised by a recent one.

All I know is the writer lives in Lethbridge, and is elderly. She has written she wants to be an informed patient, so is asking for my stand on cataract surgery.

‘Ms. X’ believed she needed reading glasses, but was told by an optometrist she required cataract surgery.

She remarks, “I hesitated, so he sent me to an ophthalmologist for a second opinion. He also agreed surgery was needed, and suggested I sign on the dotted line, then called, ‘Next patient, please.’”

Dr. Gifford

JONES But the writer asked for a copy of what she had just signed, read the fine print (interestingly, she could read the fine print) and now has second and third thoughts about the dangers.

According to the National Eye Institute, by age 80 half of North Americans either have a cataract, or have had cataract surgery to replace a foggy lens. The

When is the Public Hearing?

If you would like to make comments on the proposed repeal the Council of the City of Lacombe will be holding a Public Hearing in Council Chambers located at 5432 – 56th Avenue, on Monday, August 24, 2015 at 6:00pm.

How do I get involved?

Any person or group wishing to express their views on the proposed bylaw amendment will be given the opportunity to make a presentation.

All written letters or petitions regarding this amendment are to: (a) be filed with the Chief Administrative Officer no later than 4:30 PM on Wednesday, August 19, 2015. (b) contain the names and addresses of all persons making the presentation, and (c) state the name and address of all persons authorized to represent a group of persons or the public at large.

2015 Property Taxes Are Due Please be reminded that Lacombe County property taxes are due on or before August 31, 2015. Payments made by mail will be considered to be paid on the same date as the envelope is postmarked.

A penalty of 6% will be added on September 1, 2015 for all taxes remaining unpaid after August 31, 2015. An additional 10 per cent penalty will be added on December 1, 2015 for all taxes unpaid after November 30, 2015.

DATE of First Publication: August 13, 2015 DATE of Second Publication: August 20, 2015

The August 31 deadline and penalties are not applicable to property owners currently enrolled in our monthly Tax Installment Payment Plan (TIPP).

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lens allows light to pass through the eye to focus on the back part of the eye, the retina, which then sends images to the brain.

Aging is the main cause of cataracts. Diabetes and glaucoma increase the risk.

So does exposure to strong sunlight such as living closer to the equator. High altitude also plays a role as the people of Tibet have the highest rate of cataracts in the world.

When symptoms first occur, the lens has become tinted, making it difficult to identify blues and purples.

Others complain of the glare of headlights, sunlight too bright, or a halo around lights.

This patient in question believed she only needed reading glasses and this may be the case. But if a cataract is present, interfering with her daily activities such as reading, driving or watching TV, then cataract surgery is the only effective treatment for her.

Some patients worry delaying surgery will result in long-term damage to the eye or make the operation more difficult. But this is not the case, so there is rarely any hurry to rush into surgery. Besides, some people never need an operation and can be helped by glasses or better lighting.

The writer is correct in wondering about the risks,

however. As with any surgery there’s always the risk of infection or bleeding problems.

Cataract surgery also increases the risk of retinal detachment, a potentially serious complication that can cause loss of vision.

One sign of this problem is a sudden increase in ‘floaters’ or cobweb structures that appear in the vision.

Ms. X can be reassured if an operation is truly required, the risk of complication is small.

There’s no sure way to prevent cataracts. But decreasing exposure to sunlight by wearing sunglasses, eating fruits and vegetables is believed helpful. Does the use of vitamins help? Some researchers believe Vitamin C is a protective agent in vision.

The cornea and lens of the eye have the highest concentration of Vitamin C in the body. In one study, those with low blood levels of C had 11 times greater risk of developing a cataract. In another study, those who took Vitamin E reduced cataract risk by 50% to 70%. This is why I take natural Vitamin E and high doses of C daily.

So I hope Ms. X is now an informed patient and realizes that the development of a cataract need not be a rush to surgery.

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BY KALISHA MENDONSA Lacombe Express The Lacombe Dolphin Swim Club was successful in a number of events at the 2015 Alberta Summer Swim Association (ASSA) Provincial Championships this past weekend.

A silver medal was awarded to the 18-and-over medley relay team in the 200m open category for their time of 2:25:76. The same team members – Caitlin Debree, 15, Emily Craven, 16, Presley Wakunuk and Sydney Robinson – also won a bronze medal in the 18-and-over 200m free relay competition.

Debree and Craven were moved into a higher age category, as the Dolphins did not have enough females in their category to compete. The two proved that they could take the challenge and helped their teammates secure second and third placements.

“The whole weekend was a lot of fun. Lots of the kids took off time, across a lot of events. It was very exciting. With Presley (Waknuk, co-coach) and myself, we had 21 swimmers there,” said co-coach Sydney Robinson.

“We had lots of best times and good places in the long backstroke and short back – 100m backstroke and 50m back. We also had some really good breaststroke runs, and we had a lot of kids in breaststroke. In 100m and 50m breast there were a lot of kids.”

In the 10-and-under 100m free relay, swimmers Hayden Galbraith, 9, Kylie Schatschneider, 9, Alexa Milot, 9, and Dylan Beckett, 10, were all pleased to receive a bronze medal for their time of 1:14:95.

Robinson was humble about her medals and placements and was extremely proud of her teammates. The 2015 summer swim season was her first opportunity to coach and she said she was very pleased to be a part of the Club.

“Our season went really well.

For the last couple of weeks we

GOING STRONG - Alexa Milot, 9, recently attended the 2015 Alberta Summer Swim Association Provincial Championships, and returned home with a medal for the 10 and under 100m free relay event with the help of her teammates. were training hard to prepare for Regionals. Then we eased off a little bit in the couple of weeks before Provincials. We trained them pretty hard going into Regionals to make sure that the athletes were at their peak,” she said.

Throughout the season, the Dolphins rose to the challenge of their competitions. At a home meet held earlier in the season, the Dolphins made an impression in the swimming community with lots of personal improvements and impressive outcomes.

Robinson said she learned a lot

through her experience with the team this year, and she looks forward to furthering her coaching with the group.

“I got to see these kids grow over the four months we had together.

It was my first year coaching this team - my first coaching experience ever, so it was great to see the improvement that four months of hard work can bring,” she said.

“Night and day those kids worked. Their technique just improved leaps and bounds and it was really cool to see that.”

Aside from coaching, both

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Waknuk and Robinson competed in a number of events.

Waknuk also placed third in the girls 18-and-over 50m backstroke, with a seed time of 25:24, and a final time of 35:71. In the same category but 100m, she finished third with a final time of 1:16:13. She was also second in the girls 18-and-over 100m individual medley (final time 1:16:72).

In addition to her medals, Robinson placed sixth in the girls 18-and-over 50m breaststroke with a time of 40:89.

“Provincials were motivating

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for me. Presley and I swam at a couple meets this year and we wanted to do well to show the kids what hard work can do, and to show how practice can help you excel,” Robinson said.

She explained she is mostly retired, but decided to compete in this year’s Provincial Championships.

“We definitely ended on a high note.”

The summer swim club season is now over, but will start up again in May of 2016. kmendonsa@lacombeexpress.com

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Eighth annual Gord Bamford Golf Classic a success

BY SARAH MAETCHE Lacombe Express From the gala to the green, the eighth annual Gord Bamford Golf Classic was a success, setting a new fundraising record, officials said.

The two-day fundraiser event was held in part at the Sheraton Hotel in Red Deer on Aug. 12th followed by a round of golf at the Lacombe Golf and Country Club on Aug. 13th.

Last Wednesday night at the gala, Beverly Mahood, Jess Moskaluke and Bamford took to the stage to entertain the 800 attendees.

Guests were also surprised by a performance by Grand Ole Opry member and county music legend Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives. The group of Nashville songwriters, featuring Buddy Owens, Galen Griffen, Monty Holmes and Duane Steele performed, sharing many country music stories.

Several big ticket items were auctioned off by co-MC and celebrity auctioneer Danny Hooper, including 17 celebrities and athletes like Theo Fleury, Curtis Glencross and Davey Shields Jr., who would join golf teams the following day.

The Molson Canadian Beer Fridge was also a feature at the gala. Attendees could

sing the Canadian National Anthem to the bright red fridge, earning themselves a beer in true Canadian fashion.

This year’s fundraising efforts were channeled towards a featured charity, MusiCounts, a Canadian music education organization that is the charitable-arm of the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS).

President and CEO of CARAS, the Juno Awards and MusiCounts Allan Reid said the charity has been operating in Canada for two decades.

“From the last 18 years we’ve awarded over $8 million worth of instruments to school music programs literally from St. Johns, Newfoundland to Victoria, to the far north,” said Reid. “We get applications from every province and territory.”

Last year the program awarded $60,000 worth of instruments to schools across Canada.

The organization works to keep music alive in schools, ensuring all students, no matter their background or socio-economic circumstances, have access to a music program in their school.

MusiCounts began working with Bamford two years ago, in which Bamford contributed $100,000 to the organization, the largest single contribution from an artist in its history.

Reid said he attended the Golf Classic last year and was amazed to see Bamford raise so much money towards such deserving organizations. “We’ve been working with Gord and he sponsored our Teacher of the Year Award through MusiCounts, which we did in Winnipeg at the Juno Awards 2014,” he said.

Bamford also helps fund the program called ‘Band Aid’, which supplies schools which have applied with a $5,000 to $10,000 grant towards purchasing instruments for their school music programs.

Reid said unfortunately music and music education is often one of the first things cut from a school budget.

“We believe, as do a lot of our supporters, that music education should not be seen as a thread,” he said. “It should be a foundational part of a child’s education.”

The ‘Band Aid’ program kicks off next month, opening up the application process to schools across Canada for the next two months. Schools are encouraged to apply at www.MusiCounts.ca.

On the morning of the tournament, the sunny skies opened up and welcomed golfers to the Lacombe Golf and Country Club.

Each golfer was gifted with a new pair of shoes in preparation for hitting the links.

Bamford arrived early to his hometown course, a place where he would like to con-

tinue to host the Golf Classic for many years to come, keeping the fundraiser in Central Alberta.

“The course looks like it’s in great shape,” he said. “It’s good to be back here.

Lacombe is a big part of who I am obviously.” Bamford’s roots are deeply planted in the City, although he now calls Nashville home.

“It’s something that is very important to me,” he said of his foundation and fundraising efforts.

“When you get to a certain point in your career to have the opportunity to give back, it’s very important. We have a great group of people to get behind and committees doing fantastic work. We’ve been able to give out a lot of money to great organizations across Canada and it really makes you feel good to do that.”

This year Bamford set a new fundraising total, raising $508,350 over the two days.

Topping off the total was one single auction item, a luxury vacation to Italy, that went for $45,000 at the gala.

Funds raised during the event go towards the Gord Bamford Charitable Foundation, which are then dispersed to a variety of children and youth charities like KidSport Alberta and Ronald McDonald Central Alberta charities. news@lacombeexpress.com

Bucs finish off regular season leading into playoffs The Central Alberta Buccaneers kicked off in Airdrie against the 2015 expansion team, the Irish, in the last week of regular season AFL play last weekend.

While the outcome of

the game would not affect either team’s playoff situation, both teams were determined to win.

For the Irish (2-5), it was their last chance to play before the offseason. For the

Bucs (5-2), it was a chance to gain momentum before the playoffs.

From the opening whistle, the Bucs were in a battle they didn’t expect from the down but not yet out Irish.

For the majority of the first quarter, it was a tied ball game at 7-7. Pascal Plante hauled in the lone Bucs TD with a few nifty moves and a long 70-yard sprint into the Irish endzone (his

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second in as many games).

The Bucs would finish the first half with a moderate lead, sitting at 18-8.

While the Bucs were able to make some dynamic plays in the second half, it was (yet again), penalties that were their Achilles’ heel.

It seemed every time the Bucs made an outstanding play, an orange flag was somewhere to be found.

“We need to work on staying focused and coming out of the gate working as a united team,” said runningback Tanner Green. “We don’t have a lack of great athletes by any means; it’s the mental errors that get us.”

As a result of these errors, the Bucs scoring trickled to a halt. Before they knew it, the Irish had

tied the game at 18-18 with a few minutes left. It would be veteran cornerback Tylor Johnson who made the game winning play when he intercepted a stray Irish pass and ran it into the endzone. The Bucs won their final regular season game 25-18, finishing with a 6-2 record.

Despite penalty woes, “There were a lot of positives to be taken away from the game,” said rookie receiver Hunter Gooderham.

The Bucs are gearing up to kickoff against the Edmonton Stallions in the quarter-finals.

The Bucs host the Stallions on Aug. 22nd at 6 p.m. at Lacombe’s ME Global Athletic Park.

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BEAUTIFULLY BUILT – The master bedroom of this Mason Martin show home in the Laredo area of Red Deer features unique bedside lighting.

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Seeing the potential of a home even when not at its best I love real estate. I often joke that cruising through online listings is an addiction of mine much like how people are addicted to gaming and other unmentionable online pursuits.

The variety of homes that are available and the potential that lies within each one excites me to no end and I could forever live in a cycle of buying and selling. This love has helped me make the next decision for the direction of my career and I am officially back in school to obtain my realtors’ license!

Being a designer for the past 20 years has taught me a great deal about buying and selling homes and has given me the opportunity to create beautiful spaces with many clients.

There are a great deal of homes on the market that just need some love and TLC

Kim

WYSE yet are overlooked by potential buyers as many cannot visualize the potential within a house. It is very common for a house with a nasty paint colour or dated fixtures to be dismissed by a prospective buyer yet with a little insight a beautiful home can emerge from even the homeliest of homes.

Like taking a ragged neglected pup to the groomers and having his coat shampooed and trimmed, some homes can be beauties undercover just waiting to be primped.

Buying a home is a cardinal choice, an instant emotion hits you when you walk

through the front door of a possible purchase and you either fall in love or reject the property within the first few seconds of arrival. If a home is well organized, smells great and looks like it has been loved then you will often feel that loving vibe immediately. A beaten down, cluttered mess will not entice you to venture further into the home but it is important to try to look beyond other peoples life and try to put yourself into the four walls.

I think of certain neighbourhoods in Red Deer where the homes are older and possibly not in great condition but that also excites me as I have seen what a renovation can do for some of these unique places.

Many homes are not aesthetically pleasing but have perfect flow and adequate space for you and your family. If a home does not need major teardown but maybe just a

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little grooming you could be on the path to having a unique property in an established neighbourhood with just a little vision and elbow grease. Try to have a list with you of the desired aspects of a property so you can compare homes against the list in a practical manner which will help to quell the overwhelming emotions that might arise.

Building a custom home is a dream project but if you are in the market for a fixer upper you may be on the road to a wonderful adventure as you restore and primp an existing property. The road will be long, windy and very dusty but the destination will be full of pride and immense satisfaction as you make even an older home new again.

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