VB Herald - July 21 2017 by Christopher Thomas

92nd year • Issue No. 5

Friday, July 21, 2017

A non-profit service of the Victoria Beach Club

A great header made a great goal!

The Adult Soccer Tournament last Sunday was great fun for everyone. victoria beach club special activities 2017

activity DATE TIME LOCATION CONVENOR Masters Tennis Tourney Adult Tennis Lessons Junior Tennis Tourney Ladies’ Golf Tourney Teen Bonfire

July 22 & 23 Tues., July 25 July 26 & 27 Wed., July 26 Wed., July 26

All Day Tennis Courts 2:00-6:00 PM Tennis Courts All Day Tennis Courts Golf Course 9:00 PM Clubhouse

Margaret Meulendyk, Jane Turk Robert Kennedy Anndrea O’Connor & Brad Nechwediuk,

Derek & Lisa Zeilstra, Philippe Champagne, Heather Willoughby, Laureen Johnstone, Sally Lawler

Rec Staff

July 21, 2017

Walk for Water 2017

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VICTORIA BEACH CLUB 2017 - SUMMER ACTIVITIES - 2017 Membership wristbands are required at all activities. *Certain activities may require extra fees

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REGULAR ACTIVITIES

CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES

Yoga (Adults & Teens): Mon & Fri 9:00-10:15 AM / 10:45 AM-Noon Pamela Beazley Wed. 10:00-11:30 AM Fitness Classes: Tues. & Thurs. 10:00-11:00 AM Julie McPetrie Arts & Crafts: Tuesdays 12:30-2:00 PM Nancy Sarchuk, Lily Massé & Rec Staff Bike Hikes: Wed. 10:00 AM-Noon (Ages 7-12) Rec. Assistants Duplicate Bridge: Mon. 6:30 PM Ken Capelle, Gail & Bob Henderson, Henry Krahn Mixed Bridge: Wed. 1:15 PM Joan Irving, Tammy McIntosh Movies: Tues. & Thurs. (see movie times below) Rec. Assistants Swimming Lessons: July 3 - Aug. 11 Safe Swim Team Swimming Inquiries: Mon. - Fri. 9:30-10:00 AM Cameron Russell French Lessons: Wed. 6:00-7:30 PM (except July 12 & Aug 2) Sophie McGoey *ART Thursday: Thurs. 12 Noon-3:00 PM Barbara Pritchard

LIBRARY HOURS:

Mon. & Wed. 11:00 AM-Noon, 7:00-8:00 PM Tues. Thurs. Fri. Sat. 10:00 AM-Noon Sun. Noon-1:00 PM

Library Assistants

SPORTS GROUND ACTIVITIES Children’s Games: Family Recreation: Golf Lessons:

Youth Sport: Boot camp with Julie:

Recreation Assistants Mon. & Fri. 10:00-11:00 AM (Ages 4-10) Mon. Wed. Fri. 7:30-8:30 PM Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AM (ages 6-11) Sports Field Thursdays 5:30 PM (ages 12-16) VB Golf Course Mon. & Fri. 10:00-11:00 AM (Ages 10-14) Art Vincent Memorial Stage 8:30-9:30 AM. See details and dates in The Herald

TENNIS COURT ACTIVITIES Youth Tennis Lessons: Junior Tennis Nights: Adult Tennis Round Robin: Adult GVS Family Tennis

Tennis Court Attendants Wed., 11:30 AM-12:15 PM and Fri., 12:30-1:15 PM (Ages 5-6) Tues. & Thurs. 12:3 -1:30 PM (Ages 7-9) Mon., 12:30-1:30 PM & Thurs., 1:30-2:30 PM (Ages 10 & over) Mon. & Wed. 6:00-7:30 PM (Ages 11-18) Mon. & Fri. (Register) 10:45 AM; (Play) 11:00 AM-12:30 PM (ground stroke, volley, smash) Tues., Thurs. & Saturdays 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Tues. & Thurs. 6:15-7:15 PM

VICTORIA BEACH CLUB SPECIAL ACTIVITIES 2017

ACTIVITY

DATE

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VB Membership Blitz VB Fireworks Bike Auction Swim Registration Tennis Manitoba Day Girls’ Tennis Day Teen Movie Night Rogers Rookie Tournament Flea Market Flea Market Clean-Up & Charity Drive

Fri., Sat., Sun. /June 30, July 1& 2 Sat July 1st Sat., July 1 Sun., July 2 Mon., July 3 Tues., July 4 Wed., July 5 Fri., July 7 Sat., July 8 Sat., July 8

Door to Door 10:45 PM Best views from Yacht Club Beach or Redwing Park 1:00 PM Police Station 10:00 AM - Noon Clubhouse 12:30-3:00 PM Tennis Courts 3:00-4:30 PM Tennis Courts 9:00 PM Clubhouse 2:00-5:00 PM Tennis Courts 8:00 AM 12 set-up/12:30-2:30 PM Sale Clubhouse 2:30-5:00 PM Clubhouse

Beach Events Book Sale Ladies’ Movie Night 200 Metre Open Swim Sports Day *Paint Night Sandcastle Building Adult Soccer Tournament Teen Movie Night Men’s Golf Tournament Children’s Masquerade Masters Tennis Tournament *Robert Kennedy Adult Tennis Lessons Junior Tennis Tournament

Sun., July 9 Sun., July 9 Wed., July 12 Sat., July 15 Sat., July 15 Sat., July 15 Sun., July 16 Sun., July 16 Wed., July 19 Fri., July 21 Sat., July 22 Sat., Sun., July 22 & 23 Tues., July 25 Wed., Thurs., July 26 & 27

10:30 AM - Noon 1:00-3:00 PM 7:00 PM 2:00 PM 10:00 AM- Noon 7:00 PM 10:00 AM - Noon 10:00 AM 9:00 PM

Ladies’ Golf Tournament Teen Bonfire on the Beach Fishing Derby 30+ Dance 800 Metre Open Swim Volleyball Tournament Duplicate Bridge Tournament Junior Golf Tournament Teen Scavenger Hunt Rogers Rookie Tournament Trivia Night VB Film Festival North 59 Fine Art Exhibition VB Club Raffle Senior Tennis Tournament Bike Race Youth Soccer Tournament Teen Movie Night VB Volunteer Appreciation Cross Country Run Dog Show Lake Winnipeg Foundation Walk for Water VB Club Annual Meeting Novelty Tennis Tournament 55+ Golf Tournament & Dinner

Wed., July 26 Wed., July 26 Sat. July 29 Sat., July 29 Sun. July 30 Sun., July 30 Wed., Aug 2 Thurs., Aug. 3 Thurs., Aug. 3 Thurs., Aug. 3 Fri., Aug. 4 Sat., Sun., Aug. 5 & 6 Sun., Aug. 6 Sat., Aug 5 Sat, Sun, Mon Aug 5-7 Sun., Aug 6 Mon., Aug. 7 Wed., Aug. 9 Fri., Aug. 11 Sat., Aug. 12 Sat., Aug. 12 Sun., Aug. 13 Sun., Aug. 13 Sat., Sun., Aug. 19 & 20 Mon., Sept. 12

10:00 AM - Noon All Day 2:00-6:00 PM All Day 9:00 PM 9:00-11:00 AM 8:00 PM 2:00 PM 9:00 AM 6:30 PM 9:00-11:00 PM 2:00-5:00PM 7:30-10:00 PM 7:30-9:30 PM Noon-6:00 PM 10:00 AM-4:00 PM All Day 10:00 AM 9:30-11:30 AM 9:00 PM 7:00-9:00 PM 9:00 AM (registration) 11:00 AM 9:15 am (registration) 4:00 PM All Day All Day – Dinner 5:00 PM

LOCATION

Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Pier Sports Ground Clubhouse Clubhouse Sports Ground Clubhouse Golf Course Art Vincent Memorial Tennis Courts Tennis Courts Tennis Courts Golf Course Clubhouse Pier Clubhouse Pier Sports Ground Clubhouse Golf Course Clubhouse Tennis Courts Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Village Green Tennis Courts Sports Ground Sports Ground Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Art Vincent Memorial Clubhouse Clubhouse Tennis Courts Golf Course

CONVENOR

Monica White, Darcie Reimer, Jen Campbell Rob Hester Stuart McPherson Tamara Roehr, Alice Russell Tennis Manitoba Staff Robert Kennedy, Nancy Sarchuk Rec Staff Tennis MB & VB Tennis Staff, Robert Kennedy Lyndsi da Roza Andrea Pratt McDowell, Jennifer Engbrecht, Jennifer Sime, Laura Hilland, Mavis Whicker Peacock Family Edward & Beazley Families Brenda Vielhaber Swim Instructors Ted & Leah Kosokowsky Liz Hodgson-Batenchuk, Stephanie Schultz Rozzi-Hughes Family Ted Geddert Rec Staff Karl Hutchison Doug & Kristie Pollard Margaret Meulendyk, Jane Turk Robert Kennedy Anndrea O’Connor & Brad Nechwediuk, Derek & Lisa Zeilstra, Philippe Champagne Heather Willoughby, Laureen Johnstone, Sally Lawler Rec Staff Jeff Lailey Geoff Kirbyson Swim Instructors Sophie McGoey & Lisa Lucht Fran Pollard & Donna Thain Ed & Adam Boge Rec Staff Robert Kennedy, Tennis MB Staff Bryan & Lisa Yagl Ida Smith Jeff Blanchard, Dianne Cameron Angela Roehm Yvette Wilson, Lori Edwards, Tracey Popel John Heppenstall & Allan Morrish Todd & Sheri Hyra Bruce Sirrell; Rec Staff Rec Staff Sheri Hyra & Barb Hansford The Johnson Family Trish Nesbitt & Paul Infuso Team LWF Suzy Cramp Brenda Vielhaber, Elly Black Claude & Gloria Fillion, Peggy & Ken Maeren

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July 21, 2017

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PAST PRESIDENT Anil Kaul PRESIDENT Suzy Cramp 756-3016 VICE PRESIDENT Mike Clement (204) 894-3142 SECRETARY Barb Hansford (204) 756-6454 TREASURER Dave Wilson 756-2757 DIRECTOR AT LARGE Sheri Hyra

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OFFICERS

vb herald publisher Lana Meier jmeier@highspeedcrow.ca 204-292-2128 for advertising HERALD EDITOR Barb Pritchard Kevin Dubé vbherald@shaw.ca MEMBERSHIP Monica White Jennifer Campbell Darcie Reimer SPECIAL EVENTS Lindsay Stevenson SWIMMING Tamara Roehr Alice Russell TENNIS Stino Siragusa Rex Neuendorff PLANNED GIVING Bruce Eyford

President’s Message

Hello Everyone, My name is Dave Wilson, and I am currently into my second year as the VB treasurer. I am lucky enough to have been coming to VB for my entire life. And now my daughters have been fortunate enough to enjoy the same VB experience. There are some new events for them to take part in, but it also great to see so that so many of the same events that I participated in are still around. Like for example, the children’s masquerade that takes place tomorrow. For all of you that forgot about it, start scrambling to make a costume right now. Thanks to Doug and Kristie Pollard for their long time commitment to this well run, well attended event Speaking of volunteers, this position has given me the opportunity to meet all the various event and program convenors. I can tell you first hand that they are a wonderful group of people that are always striving to give our members the best possible beach experience. Please do not take the work they for granted. It is their passion and dedication that keeps things running smoothly so that kids and parents alike can have a fun and enjoyable summer. One group that is working very hard right now is the VB raffle committee. (Insert shameless

plug for wife here) Yvette, Tracey, Angela and Lori have been very busy compiling a fantastic list of prizes. I have seen some of the prize packages already and I can tell you that they have come up with some great ideas this year. This year the raffle is on Saturday August 5. Be sure to come by and support the club and give yourself a chance to win some great prizes. It’s not too late to contact the committee if you wish to make a donation. Summer is now in full swing and I am happy to say that as you read this I am on my way out to start my two week vacation at the beach (thanks Mom and Dad). I am sure most of you are familiar with the regularly scheduled events that fill the schedule. This week will be a busy one at the tennis courts as the Masters tournament is on this weekend and the Junior Tournament will be taking place on Wednesday and Thursday July 26 and 27. Speaking of tennis, thanks to Rex and Stino for stepping up to look after the courts this year. It is a huge undertaking, and from what I have seen so far it is going very well. (Side note: Nice to see Bryan Yagi around the courts looking so relaxed) See you around, Dave Wilson

Thank you to Dr. Carry Martens-Barnes The medical committee would like to say thank you to Doctor Carry Martens-Barnes for her work this past week. She has been sharing the medical duties over the past week. She will be here for one more week. For those of you new to the beach, the clinic is open daily from 9:30 to 11:30 (except for Wednesday and Friday) and every evening from

5:30 to 7:30. The clinic is located at 124 Birch Avenue. The phone number is 204 756 6305. It is available for use by everyone, whether you live inside or outside of the Vehicle Restricted area. Please remember to bring your Manitoba medical card and some cash or a cheque in case you need to buy medication from the clinic.

About the Victoria Beach Herald

One of the longest continuously publishing community newspapers in Canada, now in our 92nd year, the Victoria Beach Herald is a service of the Victoria Beach Club. The Herald prints nine issues each summer on Fridays from late June to mid-August. The Herald welcomes submissions from readers focused on family events, beach happenings, community issues, etc. Letters to the Editor are always welcome: they must be signed with the author’s name and be written with the understanding that many people read the Herald, including youngsters. Submissions should be sent via email to vbherald@shaw.ca. Those without access to email can place written submissions in the VB Herald mailbox behind the cash counter at the Victoria Beach General Store. Submission deadline is 4PM Fridays with the exception of VB Club event convenor submissions for events occurring on weekend days. Editor

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July 21, 2017

Council Corner

TAXES – Taxes are due July 31. You can pay on line. Be sure to send them to the RM of Victoria Beach. (There is a RM of Victoria on the west side of the province. Do not send them your money.) You can mail a cheque to the RM of Victoria Beach 705 – 1661 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Mb, R3J 3Y7 or drop it off in person. This year you can drop a cheque off at the Information Office by the gate until July 29th. CENSUS DATA – Statistics Canada has released interesting facts about our municipality. According to the 2016 Census our permanent population is 398 people; 15 are 0 to 14 years, 10 are 15 to19, 65 are 20 to 55, 90 are 55 to 65 and 215 are over the age of 65. Of out 1479 dwellings only 232 are classified as dwellings occupied by usual residents (permanent homes). Our municipality occupies 20.26 square kilometers. OTHER INTERESTING DATA ABOUT WHO WE ARE – The preliminary voters list from our 2016 by-election gave some interesting data about who we are. DOCTORS VISITS – Did you know that we had over 400 visits to our summer doctors in 2016. SCOOTERS AT THE GATE - The mobility chairs that are available this year are proving very popular. They can be rented for a half day, a full day or for a week on a first come first serve basis. The reservation is not valid until the deposit is paid. SIGNS – Over the next few weeks we will be installing 40 signs at the access paths and stairs leading to the beaches. This is an effort to help Emergency Workers to get to the correct location for any medical emergencies or accidents that occur on our beaches or in the water. It also is designed to help new-comers know where they are. We hope this step will increase safety at the beaches. Reeve and Council

~ Letters to the Editor ~ Disappointed

What do you do when you find something on the road that was obviously dropped by mistake? Keeping it for yourself is not the right answer anywhere, never mind at VB. Better options are to move it to the side of the road so that it can be found when the person realizes it is missing or the lost and found by the parking lot works well too. I would appreciate it if the person who “found” a blue beach chair (in the 5 minutes after it feel out of a wagon) on sunset or 4th takes it to lost and found. Ron Enns

Keeping Tabs …

We are collecting tabs for wheelchairs again this year. Please drop off your aluminum tabs to 128 Centre Avenue. Lillian Hancock

RMVB Garbage Pickup Summer Schedule

Door-to-door pickup is as follows: MONDAY - Albert Beach, all areas south of Arthur Road and west of Ateah Road, including Ateah Road TUESDAY - All avenues in Restricted Area north of Arthur Road including Sunset Boulevard WEDNESDAY - Municipal garbage enclosures in all areas. Garbage is to be placed in garbage bags and left in containers (preferably bear-resistant ones). Containers are to be placed in the front yard - not on the road allowance - by no later than 8:30 am.

PICK-UP IS FOR HOUSEHOLD GARBAGE ONLY.

TRAVERSE BAY LANDFILL: PTH#11 - 3 miles east of PTH#11 & #59 intersection. Summer Hours OPEN DAILY - 9 am to 5 pm. A pass is required, they can be picked up at the gate, public works, or the municipal office.

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Lake Winnipeg Foundation: Increasing awareness and cultivating water stewards of all ages

This is the third of a four-part series highlighting initiatives of the Lake Winnipeg Foundation aimed at understanding and improving the health of our lake. One of the fundamental goals of the Lake Winnipeg Foundation is to motivate people into taking action, as citizens of Lake Winnipeg’s watershed and as consumers with purchasing power. To do so, the Lake Winnipeg Foundation endeavours to reach out to as many individuals as possible by providing educational presentations for classrooms and community groups, attending Family Fun Days and markets, participating in beach clean-ups, and organizing events like the Walk for Water. These outreach activities increase the Lake Winnipeg Foundation’s exposure, promote awareness of water issues, and encourage individuals to take responsibility for their actions. Over the last few years, the Lake Winnipeg Foundation has worked diligently to expand their outreach activities. During the recent July long weekend, Lake Winnipeg Foundation staff were busy attending the Riverton boat parade, Hillside Family Fun Day, and the Lake Winnipeg Memories photo exhibit launch at Albert Beach (pictured). Due to the foundation’s efforts, interest in their educational programing increased by more than 200% from 2015 to 2016. In 2016, the Lake Winnipeg Foundation delivered 45 presentations to classes and communities, reaching over 1300 people. These educational presentations often inspire young students to establish initiatives in support of the foundation. For example, the Miles Macdonell Angling Club chose to raise money for the Lake Winnipeg Foundation during the past school year.

The Lake Winnipeg Foundation also encourages citizen engagement through their advocacy work. Fundamentally, the Lake Winnipeg Foundation strives to bring the voice of their membership forward to decision-makers. Recently, the foundation has started sharing their advocacy activities, and encouraging members and other interested citizens to share their opinions and concerns with politicians directly. This work included a campaign to make water a priority during the last provincial election by providing concerned citizens with potential questions to ask candidates when they showed up at their door. The Lake Winnipeg Foundation has also recently encouraged citizens to contact their MLAs on proposed changes to the legislation governing Manitoba’s hog industry and its potential water impacts. Through their advocacy, the Lake Winnipeg Foundation aims to not only promote citizen engagement, but also to ensure decision-making is evidence-based and to hold governments accountable. More information on the Lake Winnipeg Foundation’s outreach activities and advocacy work is available on their website: www. lakewinnipegfoundation.org. You can support the Lake Winnipeg Foundation and its many initiatives through the Victoria Beach and District Walk for Water (Sunday, August 13th) as a participant, donor, or both. Pledge forms are available at most Victoria Beach locations, Saffie’s in Albert Beach, and on the Lake Winnipeg Foundation website. For more information, please contact Deanne McDonald (204 756 2911 or deamcd@mymts.net), Sandy McCaig (204 756 8855 or sandymccaig@gmail.com), or Carolyn Townend, the Lake Winnipeg Foundation Events Coordinator (204 956 0436 or events@lakewinnipegfoundation.org).

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Art Thursday

Our fourth Art Thursday will run July 27th in the VB Clubhouse from 12 to 3pm. If you would like to attend one of the classes listed below please email by Tuesday July 25th. This will give the artists enough time to purchase supplies for the students. Classes with a minimum attendance will run only if the minimum is met. Email artthursdays@shaw.ca to reserve your space. Please indicate which of the sessions below you plan to attend and note the skill level and the fee! Artists who would like to teach a skill are encouraged to come out and lead a class! Check the Victoria Beach Club Facebook page for updates! On July 27, ALL of the following will run AT THE SAME TIME in the VB Clubhouse: 1. Painting with Nancy-Lou Ateah $45. Come enjoy a paint afternoon, filled with fun and creativity. Absolutely no previous painting experience necessary. Go home with a finished watercolour painting. 2. Creative Book folding sculpture with Leanne Van Bergen $10. In this class we will be folding pages of books to create a design. Most designs require precise folding of the pages only. Only some of the designs have pages cut. Bring your own books or use some of the books I will provide. Some creations can be completed in less than half an hour! Others can be more time consuming but the finished product is worth it! I will have patterns and supplies available. No experience necessaryâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;just need to be able to use a ruler and a pencil! 3. Textile design with Barb Pritchard $20. Printing & dying on a cotton sun hat with bright and bold colours. One size will fit most. 4. Nature walk with Roxie Ateah $40 or $50 with container of Salve. A walk around the baseball field area with a beginner introduction to plants and how to harvest for, prepare, and make a simple salve! 5. Baking with Sophie Saboureau $5. Bring your own ingredients (check Victoria Beach Club on Facebook before the class) and Sophie will lead the class in an adventure in French baking!

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6. Fish Filleting with Steve Boyd $Free Ever wonder how to correctly fillet a fish?? Here is your chance! Steve Boyd will take the students through the correct process to properly and safely prepare a fish for cooking. 7. Laura Hilland-Fused Glass Artist $20. In this class students will be taught how to cut glass, and assemble a beautiful glass pendant. These pendants will then be fused in a high temperature kiln off site following the course. The completed works will be available for pick up at 23 Ateah Road three days after the class, or on the following Thursday at the clubhouse. Laura will provide all the specialized tools and glass you will need to create a beautiful, one of a kind piece of wearable art. 8. Pencil drawing with Melissa Wilson $5. Each week we will be doing exercises that focus on the different aspects of drawing. Line- shape - proportion - perspective - light and shadow - vanishing point - and drawing as a whole. Students can bring their own supplies or use what I have supplied, and will be able to take their work home at the end of each day . No experience needed! 9. Felting with Peggy Lawler $25. Learn how to model wool into shapes and forms. You can make animals, dolls, shapes â&#x20AC;Ś almost anything you can imagine! 10. Open Studio $Free Space will be provided for those who would like to enjoy time creating and/or sharing their work with other artists of any age in the community. Come out and share your craft and make new friends. The Club is not supplying any materials for this studio.

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July 21, 2017

A Smashing Good Time!

Hi everyone! What better way to enjoy the summer than playing GVS! As previous years show, GVS is one of the most popular tennis activities of the summer. It is an hour filled with laughter, music, smiles and of course tennis! So come on down to

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Seasonal $ 495.00 $ 275.00 $ 170.00 $ 320.00

Monthly $ 270.00 $ 175.00 $ 110.00 $ 150.00

Two Weeks $ 195.00 $ 135.00 $ 105.00 $ 120.00

12 & under $ 120.00 $ 80.00 $ 70.00 GREEN FEES: 9 holes Weekdays - $ 15.00 Weekends - $ 17.00 Children (12 & Under) - Weekdays $7.00/round Weekends $10.00/round LOCKERS: Lower Locked Upper Locked Lower Open Upper Open Seasonal $ 35.00 $ 30.00 $ 30.00 $ 25.00 Monthly $ 30.00 $ 25.00 $ 30.00 $ 20.00 Daily $2.00 Manager: Karl Hutchison 3 Wheeled Carts - $40.00 PHONE – 204-756-2435 All above fees/memberships include GST. Children 12 & under may not tee off Saturday, Sunday or Holidays until after 10:00 am and must be accompanied by an adult. Small tournaments welcome. Gift Certificates & Debit Payment Available.

the courts from 11:30-12:30 on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday for Adult GVS! If anybody is unsure of the rules, or is brand new to the game, here’s how you play. To begin the game, 2 people (the challengers) will line up on the baseline to receive a groundstroke from the court attendant or feeder. The point is rallied out and, if the challenger wins against their opponents (Kings/Queens) they get to move up to the service line. If the challengers lose and have touched the ball they are out and have to wait for another turn. But, if one of the challengers hasn’t touched the ball they stay where they are and will be fed the next groundstroke. When you have won your first point and moved up to the service line, where the challenger’s partner will receive a feed, but this time they will have to volley the ball. If the challengers win the point again, the person who hit the groundstroke will then be fed an overhead ball to smash. If you win all 3 points, you have 3 seconds to run to the other side of the court to become the new kings/queens. If you ever hit a ball over the net and the kings/queens don’t touch it, you automatically become the new kings/queens. The most important rule of GVS is to have fun! If you’ve never played before, seasoned veterans, or anything inbetween, come on down to the courts for GVS, you won’t regret it! Jenna Cech-Manek

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July 21, 2017

Yacht Club News

Grass cut, check; eavestroughs cleaned, check; garden weeded, check; dishes put away, check; recycling brought up, check … now what? Lets get out on the water! The VBYC is bustling this summer! We still have a few spots left for sailing school classes. Go to www.vbyc.ca to sign up. If you haven’t had the old boat out in a few years come down and set it up. At the very least come down and enjoy a cold beverage on the nicest deck in VB. The Legendary VBYC dance is fast approaching. Tickets are selling fast so be sure to get yours before they’re all gone. Our CHO (chief hydration officer) Jonathan Beardsley has taken it upon himself to personally see that no one goes thirsty that night. So dust off your dancing shoes and come join us! Club racing has been enjoying some sizable fleets this year. The competition on the water is fierce but the camaraderie on the deck afterwards is legendary. Come down and see what its all about!

Looking Back 35 Years

The summer of 2016 saw a by-election for the position of Councillor in the Rural Municipality of Victoria Beach Council. More than thirty-five years ago there was another by-election for a position on Council. The by-election of 1981 ended up in Court. The Court hearing held in June, 1982, at Victoria Beach, is probably the only time that a sitting of the Manitoba County Court has been held at the Beach. Paul Thain was declared elected at the 1981 by-election. The unsuccessful candidate Audrey Nutter, petitioned the County Court of Manitoba to set aside the results of the by-election on the basis that Paul Thain had not met the residency requirement of the Manitoba Municipal Act. The matter came before His Honour Pat Ferg of The Manitoba County Court. The hearing took place in the clubhouse (now demolished) at the Old Sports Field where a courtroom was created for the hearing. The Judge resplendent in his colourful judicial robe was accompanied by a Court Report and a County Clerk. Audrey Nutter aided by her husband, Phil Nutter, represented herself and Paul Thain was represented by the writer. The Petitioner alleged Paul Thain had not met the residency requirements necessary to be elected as a Councillor. Under The Municipal Act a candidate for the Council of the Rural Municipality of Victoria Beach must reside in the Municipality for at least two months in any year. Paul Thain’s permanent house was in Winnipeg but he and his family occupied his summer cottage at the Beach during the summer and on weekends in the Spring and Fall. At the conclusion of the trial Judge Ferg found that Paul Thain by virtue of his use of his summer home was an “actual resident” and therefore the petition was dismissed and Paul Thain’s election as a Councillor of the Rural Municipality was confirmed. The complete decision of Judge Ferg is recorded in 1982 Manitoba Law Reports (2d) at Page 160. Ross Yarnell

Mixed Social Bridge Mixed social bridge at the VB club, no need to bring a partner -- all are welcome. July 12 results 1st Colleen Malone: 3,510 2nd Donna Plant: 3,300 3rd Jim Birley: 2,980 If you have a need to BID, join us for a friendly game and walk away with some cash! See you Wednesday at 1:15pm. Tammy MacIntosh and Joan Irving

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July 21, 2017

VB Ladies Golf Tournament

JULY 26 – FINAL CALL - $20 ENTRY FEE Arrive 30 Minutes Before Tee-off

We can still find a spot for you – sign up now and be a part of this great event. Check out our new contests: Win a luxury mattress and box spring set for a hole in one on the 8th. Closest to the 8th hole also wins a prize. Bring your toonies for a putting contest on the new practice green. 50/50 winnings. Fun, friends and new acquaintances – rain or shine the tournament goes on! The VB golf course is not too long for the new golfer but long enough to test the skills of those more experienced. Join with a friend or sign up as a single – we’ll make you feel welcome. Still ready to party after the golf? - the windup at the Community Centre on the highway is the place to be – wine and appetizers – silent auction – prizes. You don’t want to miss this experience! And all for only $20.00 (green fees apply for non-members). We are still accepting donations of prizes or money for the silent auction, prize awards for tournament and contest winners. Drop off donations at the club house or I will arrange pick up. See you there!! Sally Lawler 756-2416 VB Ladies Golf Committee

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Sports Day 2017

Thank You!

This is our 5th and final year running Sports Day. Each and every year we have been lucky to have a huge group of volunteers that make the event run smoothly. This year we would like to thank the following fabulous volunteers: Karen Mitchell, Allison Guest, Elly Black, Bill Mitchell, Cathy Finnbogason, Dave Finnbogason, Andrew Kaul, Easton Hyra, Travis Hyra, Sherri Hyra, Matthew Waldman, Ian Maxwell, Ryan Wall, Scott Kosokowsky and Linnea Kosokowsky. Of course, this event could not have happened without the hard work of our dedicated Rec Director, Bruce Sirrell and his seven enthusiast rec assistants. Lastly, we would like to thank all of the VB athletes who participate so enthusiastically and who make Sports Day such a fun event. We never would have thought that we would have more than 144 teams in the Egg Toss so as to make us run out of eggs! If anyone is interested in taking over the running of Sports Day, we have an easy to follow “how to” kit which we would be happy to pass along. Ted and Leah Kosokowsky

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200M Swim Results

Last Saturday’s 200 Meter Swim Race was a grand success with a 25% participation increase! There were over 60 swimmers out for this event, ranging in age from 6 to 65! First Overall Winner in the Men’s was Patrick Peacock with a time of 2 minutes 22 seconds. First Overall Winner in the Women’s was Ella Russell with a time of 2 minutes 44 seconds. See full results below. Huge thank you to everyone who helped make the 200 Meter Race happen: Cameron Russell, Head Swim Instructor and the Swim Staff – Tess, Kayleigh, Mariel, Sasha, and Katie; timekeepers Paetra Adamson, Anita Gubbels, Jenny Hasenack Bru, Dana

Poulton and Gord Poulton; photographer Darcy Cameron. Thank you for making this Swim Race run so smoothly!! Congratulations to all our swimmers, and hope to see you at the 800m Swim on Sunday, July 30th! Alice Russell

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2017 Junior Tennis Tournament

Wednesday and Thursday, July 26th & 27th Another great season of tennis is well underway and our juniors have been out in full force! In the blink of an eye, our Junior Tennis Tournament will be here. That’s what summers are like at Victoria Beach – there is just so much to do; it’s hard to keep track of everything! Tournament sign-up sheets will be posted at the tennis courts on Wednesday, July 19th and taken down on Sunday, July 23rd at 8pm. The draw will be posted at the tennis courts on Tuesday, July 25th no later than 6pm, and also Tweeted out @vbtennisclub. And now to the fun stuff…… What events will you play in this year? Ask a friend to be your doubles partner and/or coax your mom, dad, auntie or even grandma to play in the parentchild event. You can enter a total of 3 events from the following categories: SINGLES Girls 12 & under Girls 14 & under Girls 16 & under Girls 18 & under

Boys 12 & under (2005+) Boys 14 & under (2003+) Boys 16 & under (2001+) Boys 18 & under (1999+)

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MIXED DOUBLES 14 & under (2003+) 18 & under (1999+) PARENT-CHILD Recreational Competitive THINGS TO REMEMBER: • You must have a VB membership & VB tennis membership (toe tag) • You can play in up to 3 events • Bring your registration fee ($5 per event) • Bring your own tennis balls • Bring your own water, hat and sunscreen • Be at least 15 minutes early for your game • If you won last year, please return your trophy to the tennis kiosk on or before Wednesday, July 26th AGE CLASSIFICATION: Age refers to the child’s age in the calendar year 2017. This means if you are currently 14 years old but you are turning 15 before the end of this year (born in 2002), you must play in the 16 & under category. (Tennis Manitoba).

REGISTRATION: Fees are $5.00 per event which must be paid prior to playing. All players must have a VBC Membership ($50 at the tennis kiosk) along with the tennis membership (shoe tags; $15 at the tennis kiosk). This allows you to play tennis all summer long!

For tournament updates follow us on Twitter @vbtennisclub

We are looking forward to action-packed tennis, youthful enthusiasm and good sportsmanship! See you next week, Lisa and Derek Zeilstra, Anndrea O’Connor, Brad Nechwediuk and Philippe Champagne

*REMINDER TO ALL VB TENNIS PLAYERS THAT REGULARLY SCHEDULED TENNIS ACTIVITIES, SUCH AS GVS AND CHILDREN’S LESSONS, ARE CANCELLED FOR WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY, JULY 26th and 27th

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The Watchmen “Live and in Stereo” at Summer Winds Family Music Festival

Alternative rock and one of the greatest home-grown Winnipeg bands, The Watchmen will be taking the stage Saturday, July 22 at the 11th Annual Summer Winds Family Music Festival, Victoria Beach, MB. They will be showcasing music from their 30-year career including their latest album released April, 2017. “With 30 years under their belts and performances throughout Canada, USA, Europe and Australia and records sold worldwide, we welcome The Watchmen to our stage. They have created a sound that pulls together the influences of classic rock and the Eighties U.S. & U.K. indie scene. They have unbelievable energy and an amazing following of fans.” says volunteer Entertainment Coordinators Michelle Carlson and Karen Stewart. Over 2 days, Friday, July 21 and Saturday, July 22 eleven bands along with a number of local musicians and children’s activities join The Watchmen in bringing a variety of entertainment that is sure to please the crowds. The Portly Hip, a Tragically Hip tribute band and Panicland (a favourite of Saffie’s General Store) will keep you going from start to finish. You will keep dancing with classic rock brought to you by the Biivvers. Add Selkirk’s own country rocker Aaron Starr, a flavour of Reggae with RasTamils, award winning blues artist Tracy K, the energizing Brazilian band Andino Suns, along with the Perms, Fargo Arizona, Jesse Bandura, and Flying Whales. Summer Winds is family friendly and welcomes children of all ages to the Kid’s Zone Tent. Come have your face painted or make a craft. Enjoy the interactive show of Mr. Circus Productions as well as favourite balloon artist Ryan Price will be there. Kids be creative and decorate your bike for the 2nd Annual Bike Decorating Contest. Parade around the grounds and have a chance to win fabulous prizes. Advance tickets are on sale now! Save on weekend passes by purchasing no later than July 17th, 2017 for only $50 each (13 and up). After July 17, you pay just $70 for a weekend pass, $30 for a Friday pass or $60 for a Saturday pass. A child 12 and under accompanied by an adult is free, with each additional child just $5. Tickets are available at business locations within the Eastern Beaches (Victoria Beach General Store, Victoria Beach Post Office, Traverse Bay Corner, Grand Marais Village Store, Saffies General Store, Carol’s on Leon), Grand Marais Village Store and

Grand Central Station, 204 Skate in Selkirk and in Winnipeg at Peepers Swim Wear 866 Corydon Avenue and Edmond Financial, at 420 Academy or online at summerwindsmusic.com Get your friends, cottage neighbors and family members together and join us for another great year at the Summer Winds Family Music Festival. Take part in sharing in the excitement at Manitoba’s favorite beach party; get involved as a volunteer or as a much-needed sponsor! Visit us online at summerwindsmusic.com or like us on Facebook.

The VB Swim Program wants YOU – Register Now for Session 2! - VB Swim’s Second Session starts July 24 and runs till August 11. Sign up for any of our classes including Fit and Fun and Private Lessons (more opportunities for private and semi-private lessons in the second session). Register with Cameron our Head Swim Instructor any morning from 9 – 10:30 at the Swim Dock. - Swimming Lessons at the Beach are a steal-of-a-deal – at $25 per session even if your child can only attend for part of a session they still get experience swimming in a lake (murky, sometimes choppy, etc.) and it is a great way for them to meet other kids their age and for parents to meet other families as they sit together at the beach/swim dock. - Our excellent Swim Staff are having a really good time with the swim kids this summer. Lots of enthusiasm and hard work going on at the beach and the dock. Parents – feel free to offer your child’s teacher a word of thanks or encouragement for the good work they are doing with our kids. - Come out for the 800 Meter Open Swim on Sunday, July 29 at 2 PM at the Pier (come early to register). Relay Teams – put together a relay team of 4 swimmers and swim the course as a team. Individual swimmers will swim the race first and then we’ll do the relay.

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The Masters Tennis Tournament The VB Masters Tennis Tournament will be held on Saturday July 22nd and Sunday July 23rd, for players 40 and older. There likely is a whole new crop of you turning 40 by December 31st, 2017, so guess what...you qualify! You must be a VB Club Member ($50 per family) and each participant should have a shoe tag ($15). Registration is $5 per event, maximum is 3 events per player. Entry sheets will be posted Thursday July 13th and entry will close Thursday July 20th at 5pm. The draw will be posted by Friday July 21st at 7pm. Rules and format will be posted as well.

Library Update Hello VB bookworms! Since our last update we’ve had quite a lot going on. The book sale was very successful on Sunday and allowed the library to acquire a ton of new books! We’ve catalogued all of them and they are eager to be checked out. Also this past week we have a new volunteer, Alex Mason. Alex has come by with Izzy and they have both been a huge help to us with putting books back, sweeping up and cataloguing the new books. Our book club is still going strong as we just finished our first book, The Series of Unfortunate Events: Bad Beginning. Next week we will be talking about leadership within the book and the following week starting our second book Wonder. It’s never too late to join, feel free to come by. We would love to have you! Also follow us on Instagram (@victoriabeachlibrary) and on Twitter (@VBLibrary) for updates! That’s all for now VB bookworms, see you at the library. Same bat time same bat channel. Avery and Rachel

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No late entries, please. We kindly request the return of any trophies to the courts on Saturday July 22nd. Our favourite Aussie, Steve Cook, has done a fantastic job running this busy tournament in recent years...tough shoes to fill but we are happy to try and do so! If you need help finding a partner, we’ll try to set you up. We invite all of you enthusiastic tennis players to please come out for this fun event. Margaret Meulendyk (204) 756-2538 Jane and Bill Turk (403) 818-8788

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Adult Round Robin This week there was an amazing turnout with over 12 teams at the Adult Round Robin! On Monday’s and Friday’s from 11:00 – 12:30, all are welcome to come down to Adult R &R for some volleys, a few smash’s, and a whole lot of laughs. See you there! Thanks to everyone who came out to play!

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We thank Paul Boge of NK Mennonite Church for leading our service last week and looking forward to Deacon Kris Taylor of the Lutheran Faith who will be with us next week. We are lucky at VB to have so many talented pastors & lay people who are willing to share the word with us. For those just back, our services now start at 10:00 am- --so please join us and if you would like to sing in the choir, we practice at 9:30. See you Sunday. Betty Hansford

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Children’s Masquerade The Children’s Masquerade is on Saturday July 22 at 10am at the Art Vincent Memorial on the Village Green. Starting planning now to get your costume ready as we’ll have prizes again for the Best Original Costume, Best VB-themed Costume and the Best Group Costume. Showing that we don’t discriminate based on age, there will also be a prize for Best Adult Costume. Unfortunately, Aaron and Kim Burnett won’t be able to join us this year. I can tell you there is no basis to the rumour that their absence is due to a contract stalemate. In fact, they received a request to entertain Kim’s parents for their 60th anniversary and we agreed we could share them for a year. However, the musical show must go on. And our brother-inlaw has kindly hooked us up with one of his top performers from Times Change(d) – Little Miss Higgins. She’s a two-time Juno nominee and we’re excited that she’ll be making her VB debut at our Masquerade. She and her guitar will be playing some oldtime country blues sprinkled with a little jazz and a hint of folk that will be sure to please all ears, young and old. We hope you’ll come out and join in on the fun. Doug and Kristie Pollard

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Victoria Beach Club Multi-Prize Raffle Sat. Aug. 5 • 10-4 pm Calling out to all local service providers, interest groups, artisans and cottage owners! If you would like to donate in the form of services, gifts, certificates and/or money, please call or text one of the organizers listed below. We would be pleased to arrange details with you. All donations are acknowledged. A receipt for monetary donations $20 and over will receive a tax receipt.

Be a part of this great event!

The VB raffle team: Tracey Popel (204-232-6205), Lori Edwards (204-803-4874), Yvette Matousek-Wilson (204-782-3484) and Angela Roehm (587-216-1233).

French Lessons by Sophie Ever find yourself searching for the correct French word or phrase when travelling or in conversation? Come and join us to hopefully eliminate this embarrassing situation in the future. We meet every Wednesday (except August 2) at the Clubhouse from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. No experience required. Let’s have some fun!” Sophie McGoey

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SUMMER FITNESS AT VICTORIA BEACH 2017

Please bring a mat, towel and water with you to each class. For Total Body Conditioning you may want to bring your own tubing band (although I will have extras, however sometimes itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not enough). Looking forward to another great summer at Victoria Beach! Julie McPetrie

New this summer! Bootcamp with Julie McPetrie I am very excited to be able to teach Bootcamp/ Team training classes this summer at no extra charge to you! Victoria Beach summer passes or day passes must be purchased as usual and please wear your wristbands. This class is designed for individuals who want more of a challenge and are ready to take their fitness to the next level! Participants must be at least 16

years of age but will require a parent/guardianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature on the waiver form. We will meet at the Art Vincent Memorial Stage (by the play structure) at 8:30am, class is approximately one hour. Due to safety and equipment class space is limited, so please call or text me in advance at 204-979-2707. Mark your calendars! July, 31, August 2, 7, 11, 14, 18

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Sandcastle Contest Results 2017

Clear skies and a light breeze provided optimal conditions for the annual Sandcastle Building Contest. Contestants signed up for one of seven categories and had about 2 hours to display their skills to the judges. Competition was tight, especially in the popular “Anything Goes” category. Onlookers were treated to dazzling displays of ingenuity, construction, and creativeness. Judges had a very challenging job of picking winners out of such a talented pool of contestants. Participants in our non-competitive categories are as follow: 8 & Under Stella Cheop and Aysha Tittenburger - Squirrel School Mya and Addison Rocke - Todilly Kayden Buettner - The Beach Castle Kaehla and Emma Johnson - The Beach Castle Team Nuclear (Noah, Gavin, Brodie and Rorie) The most spectacular defence castle Maxwell, Bennett Odatu - Rocky Mountain (Most Innovative) Kaleigh Ziebarth - Victoria Beach Volcano (Most Practical) Emerie - Car Town (Best Castle Builder and Smasher) 12 & under Ashley & Taylor Manness, Kristjan & Sophia Bachart - The House on the Hill (Persistence and teamwork award) Lucas and Alexis Klymochko - Sandy the Pig (Cutest Farm Animal) Lucas, Jonas, Matthew, Cadel - Underwater Explosion (Most Imaginative) Amelia McLennan - Old Town (Best Solo Design) The Shovelers - Xavier & Maude Delaquis, Cooper, Bennett & Fay Johnson - The Tower of Hope - (Awesome Team Work) Maggie and Gus Murray - The Giant Face (Coolest Idea) The results from the competitive category were as follows: Super Structures: 1st Place was a tie! Incredible hard work and fun ideas for these teams. Way to go! “The Fortress” by Pearson, Andreas, Gabriel, Martina & Clara Berko “Shark Attack” by Isaac, Rob and Bennett Taylor 2nd Place - “The Bedroom” by Ransom, Lauren & Erin Henderson and Tanis and Shane Anything Goes 1st Place - “Beaver Creek” by the Brown - Hilland families 2nd Place (tied) “Vicki the Hippo” by Ryan & Danya Carter “Couch Potato” by Chayse, Katie, Grayce, Aria & Miles 3rd Place - “Princess Mermaid” by Bella, Leah, Rielle & Jayanna Animals and Other Creatures 1st Place - “ A Gorilla VB Sasquatch” by Troy, Shane & Jason Martin 2nd Place - “Kraken” by Tybalt Drainville, Branden, Laureen, & Jeff Lailey 3rd Place (tie) “Yuck Fish Fly” by The Eyamie Family “Shark on the Pier” by Jackson, Jordan, Jeremy & Matt McCombe Most Decorated 1st Place - “Battle of the Oasis” by Travis Hyra and Aaron

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2nd Place - “Shelley the Turtle” by Sully, CC, Dean and Beau 3rd Place - “A Castle Owned by Fishflies” by Bob and Jerry and Erin Rempel Traditional Sandcastles 1st Place - “Castle Ziggurat” by the Culleton and Mawhinney families 2nd Place - “The Great and Powerful Castle” by Katherine, Racheal & James Watson, and Dovid and Sylvie 3rd Place - “Castle Awesome” by Grace, Patrick, Bealinda & Olive We would like to thank our team of volunteers: Jeannine, Stephanie, Elena, Alexis, Sasha, Riley, Piper and VB Rec staff Hope, Julia, and Karissa. There was a total of 47 teams who entered their sand sculptures so it kept the judges very busy. We really appreciate everyone’s hard work and the participants’ patience with the judging process!

Eight at the Gate – Lester Beach turn, July 13, 2017

Clockwise from lower left: Texas Rob, California Graham, Swiss Patrick, Saskatchewan Gord, Manitoba Mike. Photo: Colleen Kramer Mike explains CFL Football to some of our “imports” while Gord counts to 13. Due to roadwork on Hillside and Lakeshore Roads we have altered our route to highway 11, 59 and Belair Rd. Total distance is now 55kms with 1,000 feet of elevation gain. (I know Velominati rule #24 states that all distances related to cycling should be in metric). We ride every morning weather permitting (no rain), pace and discussion topics vary. Today’s discussion topic after the BOMBERS WIN, was tennis. Join us, we leave at eight o’clock and are usually done by ten. For information contact Bob Marshall – cell 204 261-4292, VB land line 204 756-8255 email <jmarshamymts.net>, Face Book “eightatthegate”.

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Classifieds Classified ads are an affordable way of selling new or used items; Expanding your business; Sending your loved one a congratulations message or announcing the birth of your baby, grand baby or engagement. Cost is $10 for 25 words and $.25 for each additional word and can be paid by visa or m/c. Please contact Lana at 204-292-2128 or email: jmeier@highspeedcrow. ca before Friday 4 p.m. NEED A HANDYMAN? For prompt, courteous, and reliable help call Mikes Handyman Service at 204-756-6163 or 204799-1703. COSBY RENOVATIONS - Need a new deck, repair work, or want to update to your summer cottage? I’m the person to call! I do high quality work at competitive prices. No job is too big or too small. Call for a free estimate! (204)229-1687. WORK WANTED - My name is Caitlyn and I have lots of babysitting experience. I am in grade 9 and have completed the Red Cross babysitting course. I am available anytime throughout the summer. Phone 204-294-7759. ANNUAL SUMMER SALE - on the Veranda. Handcrafted jewelry and scarves by Barb Campbell, Natural hand made soaps by Betty Kreviazuk. Saturday, July 22 from 11-3 at 1 Sandy Lane (off McCawley Road). Bike, walk or drive. Phone (204) 7562882.

Arts, Crafts & Collectibles Sale - ARTS, CRAFTS & Sun Country Arts & Crafts Inc., Victoria Beach Community Ctr., Sat. August 12, 9:30 am – 2:30 pm. Tables $25. For more information or to book a table please contact Barbara at 204-794-7627 or barbdoug@mymts.net. BIKES WANTED - Has the spark that once drew you to that old beach bike fizzled? Have old tires, frames and parts become eyesores or clutter in sheds or backyards? If so, please don’t let them rust away or meet their end at the dump, but text 204 963 6659 for free removal... to a better place. VB PEDALGOGY COMMUNITY BIKE SHOP - Fix your own bike, build a ‘new’ one for yourself or a ‘re-cycle’ for the community. No experience required! Lessons, access to tools and parts all pay as you can; sweat-equity an option as no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Saturdays and Sundays by appointment (text) 204 963 6659 located at 326 8th Ave. WORK WANTED - Cottage need painting? Call Sunscape Painting at 204-799-4892. We take the pain out of painting!

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Now’s your chance to prove them wrong and show everyone exactly how smart you really are at the Victoria Beach Trivia Night, on Friday August 4th, 7:00 at the Clubhouse. Choose nine of your smartest friends and compete against other teams in the ultimate trivia contest. Teams will answer skill testing questions from ten diverse subject areas such as medicine, engineering, and perhaps, lawn maintenance. The game will take two to three hours to complete. So pick carefully and gather your smartest friends for a fun evening of intellectual competition. Let’s see if the VB yoga group has mental flexibility or if the VB joggers can go the distance. All will be competing for the title: “The smartest people in Victoria Beach”. The cost to register a team of ten is $100.00. Can’t find ten smart friends, buy single tickets for $10 and be seated at the Genius Table. All proceeds go to the VB Clubhouse renovation. Tickets are on sale at the tennis kiosk.

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Sandcastles!

There were so many great sandcastles this year!! Check out the next Herald to see more great creations!

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