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AREA ADVISOR ~ Our Community Calendar MONDAY 2nd & 4th Monday - Quilting 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. Griffiths Senior Centre, Black Diamond. 403-933-4036. ------------------------------------------------------2nd Mondays starting May 14th - Caregivers Support Group the Group is at Oilfields Hospital in the Action Centre and it runs the second Monday of every month from 10 to -11:30am. For more info contact Alexis Dreyer- Social Worker with AHS at 403-933-6547. Coffee and Goodies provided. ------------------------------------------------------9:30am Floor Curling Valley Neighbours Club 403-933-4445. -------------------------------------------------------9:30 ~ 10:45 YOGAfor beginners and all levels, Millarville. Margit 403-931-3649. ------------------------------------------------------11:00am - 11:45am Chair Exercises. Griffiths Senior Centre, Black Diamond. 403-933-4036. ------------------------------------------------------12:30 ~ 1:30 YOGAfor beginners and all levels, Priddis Community Hall, drop ins welcome. Margit 403-931-3649. -------------------------------------------------------1:00 ~ 3:00pm Decorative Painting Sheep CreekArts Council 403-938-2032. -------------------------------------------------------1:00pm Euchre Valley Neighbours Club 403-933-4445. -------------------------------------------------------1:00pm Story time for 3 to 5 year olds. Sheep River Library. 403-933-3278. -------------------------------------------------------2nd/every month 6:30pm Legion Executive Meetings 403-933-4600. No July, August or December meetings. -------------------------------------------------------7:00 ~ 9:00pm Water Colour Boot Camp Sheep CreekArts Council. 403-933-4020.
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May 21st ~ Victoria Day ---------------------------------------------May 21st - 10am - High River's Little Britches Parade. Downtown. 1pm start - High River's Annual
Little Britches Rodeo has moved INDOORS at the Agricultural Grounds. ---------------------------------------------TUESDAY 1st & 3rd/every month 7:00 & 7:30pm Lions Club Meeting at Legion. Next meeting September. Contact Don at 403-931-3587. -------------------------------------------------------2nd/every month 1:15pm Sheep River Library Book Club 403-933-7464. -------------------------------------------------------2nd/every month 7:30pm Millarville Horticultural Club (9x per year) Sheila 403-9313989. -------------------------------------------------------2nd/every month Foothills Search & Rescue Meeting Oilfields General Hospital. -------------------------------------------------------2nd/every month 7:00pm Legion General Membership Meetings. 403-933-4600. No July,August or December meetings. -------------------------------------------------------2nd/every month Coffee Chatter Nanton SNAPS Orvella Small 403-603-3232. -------------------------------------------------------2nd Tuesday 1:30 to 3:00pm Business Meeting Griffiths Senior Centre, Black Diamond. 403-933-4036. -------------------------------------------------------3rd/every month Coffee Chatter Okotoks SNAPS Orvella Small - 403-603-3232. -------------------------------------------------------9:30 ~ 11:00am Yoga in Longview. 403-5583696. -------------------------------------------------------10:45am Book Buddies Sheep River Library. 403-933-3278. -------------------------------------------------------1:00pm Knitting Club Sheep Creek Arts Council 403-933-3376. -------------------------------------------------------1:00pm Whist & Bridge Valley Neighbours Club 403-933-4445. -------------------------------------------------------4pm - Board Game Club at the Sheep River Library. 403-933-3278. 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm - TOPS ( Take Off Pounds Sensibly) at Millarville Rancher's Hall. --------------------------------------------------------
6:00 ~ 7:00pm Belly Dancing Sheep Creek Arts Council 403-933-4020. -------------------------------------------------------7:00 ~ 8:00pm - Red Deer Lake Community Centre - Boot Camp for all levels - Patti: 403931-2373. -------------------------------------------------------7:00- 9:00pm Adult Badminton, Millarville Community School gym. 931-3919. ------------------------------------------------------7:30 ~ 9:30pm 1st & 3rd week of month. Scrapbooking Sheep Creek Arts Council 403-933-4424. -------------------------------------------------------7:00 ~ 8:30pm YOGA Beginners and all levels, Priddis Community Hall, drops in welcome. Margit 403-931-3649. -------------------------------------------------------7:30pm Last/every month. Legion Ladies Auxiliary No meetings July, August or December. 403-933-4564. -------------------------------------------------------7:30 ~ 9:30pm Last/month. Camera Club Sheep CreekArts Council 403-933-2407.
-------------------------------------------------------6:00 ~ 7:00pm Belly Dancing Sheep Creek Arts Council 403-933-4020. -------------------------------------------------------6:30 ~ 7:30pm Gentle Yoga for beginners and those that practice. Millarville Ranchers Hall. Margit 403-931-3649. -------------------------------------------------------7:00-9:00pm - every Wednesday Adult Basketball, Millarville Community School gym. 931-3919. -------------------------------------------------------7:30 ~ 9:30pm Acrylic Painting Your Way Sheep CreekArts Council 403-933-4020.
7:30pm Legion Turner Valley 403-9334564. -------------------------------------------------------6:30 ~ 7:30pm TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Valley Neighbours Club. -------------------------------------------------------7:00 ~ 8:30pm 1st/month. YouthAuxiliary Legion Turner Valley 403-933-3739. -------------------------------------------------------7:00 ~ 9:00pm Decorative Painting Sheep CreekArts Council 403-933-4578.
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1st, 2nd, 3rd/month 6:30 ~ 8:30pm Gym Night Longview School - George 403-8089948. THURSDAY 2nd & 4th - Quilting at the Griffiths Senior ------------------------------------------------------2nd of the month - 7 to 9pm - join the Book to Center. 403-933-4036. 9:00 ~ 10:00am - Red Deer Lake Commu- Film Group at the Sheep River Library. 403nity Centre - Boot Camp for all levels - Patti: 933-3278. -------------------------------------------------------403-931-2373. -------------------------------------------------------- 10:30am - Storytime at Sheep River Library. 9:30 ~ 11:00am Yoga in Longview. 403-558- 403-933-3278. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3696. -------------------------------------------------------- 10:30am - TIPS (Treasures In Progress SoWEDNESDAY 9:30am Beginners Yoga Class Drop ins wel- ciety) at the Sheep River Library. 403-9333278. 2nd Wednesday Pot Luck Luncheon - 12:00 come. Sheep River Library, Turner Valley-------------------------------------------------------– 1:00 p.m. Griffiths Senior Centre, Black Di- Margit 403 931 3649. amond. 403-933-4036. -------------------------------------------------------- 1:00pm Nickel Bingo Valley Neighbours ------------------------------------------------------10:00 ~ 10:30am Around the World with Club 403-933-4445. 8:45 ~ 10:00am - YOGA, Beginners and all Dance & Play class for Moms & Tots. Sheep ------------------------------------------------------6:30pm every/other. Bingo at the Valley levels, Millarville Community Hall, drop in CreekArts Council 403-933-4020. welcome. Margit 403 931 3649. -------------------------------------------------------- Neighbours Club, Lions Club 403-933-------------------------------------------------------- 1:00pm 1st/every month General Meeting 3232. -------------------------------------------------------9:30 ~ 12:00 a.m. Floor Curling Griffiths Me- Valley Neighbours Club 403-933-4445. morial Centre, Black Diamond. 403-933- -------------------------------------------------------- 5:00pm Meat Draw (cut off 6:30pm) & 4036. 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Cards - Griffiths Senior Cen- Chase the Ace (draw at 6:15pm) - Buffet Wear Red - Legion Turner Valley 403-933------------------------------------------------------tre, Black Diamond. 403-933-4036. 10:30am ~ 3:30pm 1st & 3rd week of month. -------------------------------------------------------- 4564. Diamond Valley Quilt Club Sheep Creek 1:30pm 2nd/every month Valley Neigh- ---------------------------------------------Arts Council 403-931-3989. 11:00 - 2:00 Winter Café at Millarville Race bours Gardening Club. Bea 403-933-7131. -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- Track. 403-652-6557. 1:00pm - Bridge at the Valley Neighbours 1:30pm Chick Lit Group meets every Thurs- ---------------------------------------------Club. 403-933-4289. day at the Sheep River Library. 403-933- May 11th, 11:00am Mock Accident -------------------------------------------------------- 3278. 1:30 ~ 3:30pm Last of each month. Volun- -------------------------------------------------------- Oilfields High School to raise teer Sewing/Quilting Bee. Baby Bags for Lit 2pm - Storytime at Sheep River Library. awareness of drinking and drivfor Life Program 403-995-2660. 403-933-3278. ing. 5:30pm Buffet & Darts Drop In Everyone wel- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------come. Legion Turner Valley 403-933-4564. 5:00 ~ 7:30pm Fish & Chip Night / Crib at
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SATURDAY 9:00 ~ 11:00am Breakfast Legion Turner Valley 403-933-4564. -------------------------------------------------------4:30pm Meat Draw, 50/50 & Free Pool Legion Turner Valley 403-933-4564.
---------------------------------------------May 12th - 10am to 2pm. Electronic Recycling at Country Living, south of Sobey's, Okotoks. 4H Fundraiser. Heather Driedger at 403-991-4277. ---------------------------------------------May 19th - High River's Museum of the Highwood - Grand Opening. ---------------------------------------------SUNDAY 11:00am Regular services Longview Bible Fellowship - 403-808-9948.
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May 13th - Mother's Day ---------------------------------------------MULTI-DAY EVENTS Every Monday and Tuesday evening at 7pm and Thursday mornings at 9am - shuffleboard at Bob Snodgrass Recreation Centre in High River. Foothills Shuffleboard Assoc. - Marg Mowat @ (403)601-2612 or Ken Wardley @ (403)652-7552. ----------------------------------------------
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Dynamic and Driven ~ David Come Get Diamondized is what David Petrovich is all about. David is the new Economic Development and Events Coordinator for the Town of Black Diamond and he has some fantastic ideas for attracting new businesses, residents and tourists to the town. David's background includes ten years of military service as an Army Captain attached to the Navy on the HMCS Preserver; two science degrees and an MBA; the Queen Elizabeth's Golden Jubilee Award; numerous volunteer directorships on five boards; and comes to us after being a Business Consultant to the Town of Okotoks. He is also a proud family man and projects all of his drive and energy to whatever matter is currently at hand.
He is the lead on this year's Parade and has revealed the theme to be “Salute to the Calgary Stampede” in honour of their one hundredth year and to bring recognition to the rural communities that have always supported the Stampede. All the information: current sponsors, a volunteer sign-up sheet, a registration form (to be in the parade) and parade route maps, can be found at: http://goo.gl/SzRk3 As the chair of the Economic Development Committee, David wants the committee to consider 'how can we better the town; to brainstorm ideas; to dream and drive to build the town; their visions towards that dream and how to accomplish growth in a smart way.' There are still vacancies on the committee and if you would like to join this energetic group and help
shape the future of your town give David a call at 403-933-4348. “You don't need to know a thing about economics all you need is the willingness to say 'Here's My Vision' and share it with the group,” says David. David is here to support small and medium sized businesses in town and assist them in thriving and growing. His future vision and goals for the town is to help it grow in a smart way, maintaining its roots without becoming a hodge podge and losing its character. He wants to learn what this town needs in terms of new enterprises and then find a way to attract them to come here. So let's all help David brand Black Diamond as the place to come to: “See the World's Largest Black Diamond Rub it for Luck”
32nd Annual Turner Valley Charity Golf Classic & Silent Auction Friday, June 22nd, 2012 Shot Gun Tee Off 1:30 p.m.
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What do a Kubota excavator and ATCO Gas have in common? A wet and muddy ground breaking! But despite the weather the ground breaking was an event to remember as we joined Bill Robertson, Mayor of Okotoks and Bill Stephens, Sr. Vice President and General Manager of ATCO Gas, as they further solidified a 100-year partnership and kick started the construction of the new ATCO Gas Okotoks Service Centre. “The new ATCO Gas Service Centre is a huge benefit for the Town of Okotoks,” said Mayor Bill Robertson, Town of Okotoks. “ATCO Gas has always been a great partner in our community and this facility demonstrates its continued commitment to our people, our economy and our safety. It also builds on our shared commitment and partnership to protect the environment through energy conservation.” The design of ATCO Gas's new service centre incorporates state-of-the-art micro generation technology to help minimize the
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It's that time of the year again ... time to start your Spring Cleaning, so get ready to clear out your old, broken, or unwanted electronics! The Foothills Performing Arts 4-H Club is hosting an Electronics Roundup, with Alberta Recycle, on Saturday, May 12th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm in the parking lot of Country Living (formerly known as The Country Depot), located south of Sobeys, by the intersection of Hwy 2 and Southridge Drive, Okotoks. As a 4-H club we receive a small amount of money for each item we bring in, but
only 4-H clubs are eligible ... if you, as an individual, took your own electronics to a recycling depot, you may be charged a small fee for disposal OR receive a smile and a thank you. This is our club's way of fundraising and helping the environment at the same time! Please note that Alberta Recycles requires a record of all donations, so we kindly ask each individual to sign a waiver stating that the unwanted electronic was indeed donated. We will be accepting TVs, computers and computer accessories including monitors, printers, keyboards, speak-
ers, etc., as well as cell phones and cell phone chargers for recycling. All contributions would be greatly appreciated. If you will be unable to attend our One Day Only Electronic Roundup Event on Saturday, May 12th, but would still like to contribute, please contact Heather Driedger at 403-991-4277, for more information and drop off options. The Foothills Performing Arts 4-H Club is looking forward to having another successful electronics recycling collection. Thank you and we hope to see you there!
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Okotoks Men's Chorus to Present “Men With Tunes” - May 26th
Founded in November 2005 as a group of men who enjoy singing, the Okotoks Men's Chorus is firmly established in the community. They not only perform locally but tour around the Province with a repertoire that includes classics, folk songs, sacred, spirituals and popular music. The first spring concert took place in 2007 and has become a popular annual event. There are many other chances to
catch this wonderful blend of voices. The information on the where and when you can call Richard at 403-938-7998 or email: info@okotoksmenschorus.com. Check out their website also: www.okotoksmenschorus.com. Director Tim Korthuis is very enthusiastic and welcomes new members and all you need is a love of singing. Rehearsals take place at Okotoks United
Church, 43 Riverside Dr, on Wednesdays from 6:15 to 7:30pm. The Okotoks Men's Chorus will be next appearing at Okotoks United Church on Saturday, May 26th as they present "Men with Tunes". The show starts at 7:00 pm with tickets available, in advance, at “Flowers and Things” in Okotoks. For more information on the show you can check out the website or call: 403-938-2506.
C. Ian McLaren News Rockin' Out with the Eighties
April 26th was the night of our Spring Concert. The gym was packed as family and friends in the audience were taken back to their youth. Students from each class picked a song from the eighties to sing as well as dance to. From KC and the Sunshine Band to Journey to Michael Jackson to the Rolling Stones, students enter-
tained the audience with their version of the popular music of the day. CIM turned into a veritable sea of colour. Big hair, blue eye shadow and lots of sparkle were the costumes of the day. We also had parents participating in the concert. Parents, John Parker and Chris Durrer played the piano and drums respectively.
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Councillor’s Corner: by Councillor Sharon Hart Good day, everyone. “April showers bring May flowers”. I love that old saying, as it tells me we can finally prepare for summer! The kids are out playing soccer and rugby or whatever they like because of the nicer weather. While cleaning your yards of all the wind and winter collections, don't forget that there is a transfer site just outside of Black Diamond on the River Ford road that takes grass clippings and twigs, etc. It is open Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. Remember - “Life is a gift”, so enjoy it every day!
“SMILE - IT’S CONTAGIOUS!” This season, starting April 29, 2012, we will be hosting Roller Skating from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm every Sunday until July 1, 2012, in the Oilfields Arena. Inline skates or roller skates can be worn. Bring your own skates and helmets, and come on out to enjoy some great family fun time!
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Turner Valley and Black Diamond are excited to announce the 2012 Diamond Valley Parade and Discovery Days! The June 1 and 2 family activities in Turner Valley and Black Diamond include: Pancake breakfast Charity barbecue Baseball tournament Petting zoo Bounce houses Trick dogs Exhibits - displays Family entertainment Face painting Garden Club Plant Sale Horse-drawn wagon rides Millennium Park Country Market Musical and commemorative rides Family Dance and silent auction Fireworks This Year’s Parade Marshalls: Donna Brasso (the 1962 Calgary Stampede Queen) Tyler Thomson (current Canadian PBR Champion)
“SALUTE TO THE CALGARY STAMPEDE!”
Saturday, June 2nd, 2012 2012 Parade Marshalls: Donna Thomson (Brasso), Calgary Stampede Queen (1962) Tyler Thomson, 2011 Canadian PBR Champion VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED for the 43 Annual Diamond Valley Parade, a th Salute to The Calgary Stampede's 100 Anniversary, occurring on Saturday, June 2nd. Please help make this another amazing event that the Diamond Valley can be proud of. If you are able to volunteer some time to the Parade, please let us know using one of these options: 1) Call David, the Economic Development and Events Coordinator, at 403.933.4348. 2) Go to http://goo.gl/SzRk3, click on the link to the Volunteer Opportunities, and then email your volunteer position or preference. THANK YOU from the SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE! rd
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SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE DIAMOND VALLEY PARADE
SATURDAY JUNE 2ND PARADE STARTS AT 10AM IN BLACK DIAMOND FAMILY EVENTS TO FOLLOW IN TURNER VALLEY AND BLACK DIAMOND
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More Info: www.town.blackdiamond.ab.ca www.turnervalley.ca
Our amazing sponsors are: Foothills Lions Club, Brisbin & Sentis Engineering Inc., Diamond Valley Business Park., Bulletproof IT, Calgary Prestige Homes Corp., B&B Services, AG Foods, Sobey’s Okotoks, ATB Financial, Black Diamond Bakery and Coffee Shop, Esso Black Diamond, Costco and Gateway Gazette
Diamond valley PROJECT GREEN DAY Re-Scheduled to June 9th
The 43rd Annual Diamond Valley Parade and Discovery Days is Stampeding Straight to You! Get your spot picked out along the parade route on Saturday, June 2nd to enjoy this year's "Salute to the Calgary Stampede". The Parade is due to start at 10:00am so set up early for the best views. In honour of the Stampede's proud past and present this year there are two Parade Marshalls and they are: Donna Brasso, the 1962 Stampede Queen and Tyler Thomson, the current Canadian Pro Bull Riding Champion. Don't forget to take in the events in Turner Valley in the afternoon as they celebrate Discovery Days. There will be something for all ages and plenty to eat! If you want to place an entry in this years Parade you need to register and to
do that go to the Town of Black Diamond website and print off the form (if you don't have access to a computer, please give the office a call to seek another option). Commercial entries are required to pay $25 and cheques are payable to the Town of Black Diamond. Completed and signed registration and release forms should be received at the Town Office by May 25th. This is for insurance purposes and is now required of all parades no matter the size. David Petrovich, Economic Development and Events Coordinator, is in charge of registrations and he can be reached at the town office. To see the parade staging areas or the parade route and detour map go to the Town of Black Diamond website (or check out the Giddy-Up and GoDeo edition in the Gateway Gazette, due to hit the
streets the week of May 21st). Volunteers are also needed so you can register for that while you are visiting the website. Any questions about the parade can be directed to David at 403.933.4348 or email him at: edc@town.blackdiamond.a b.ca. For information on the events happening for Turner Valley Discovery Days in the afternoon you can contact Hazel Martin at: 403.933.4944 or email her at HazelM@turnervalley.ca Without volunteers and sponsors, events such as these would not be possible. The organizers would like to thank everyone for their valued contributions.
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TURNER VALLEY SCHOOL NEWS
The month of May has arrived with hope for great weather and opportunities for us to get onto the golf course, into the garden and around the bar-b-queue, May promises to be a busy time here at Turner Valley School as well. This year's Education week theme was: “Education: Opening Doors, Unlocking Potential” (April 30th to May 4th ). This theme has certainly been captured at our school this year. We are very proud of all of our student's accomplishments and pleased that so many parents support their children's learning at home. Together we are unlocking the potential of the next generation. If you look at the school calendar you will see that there are many field trips and interesting learning experiences (including some tests) on the horizon this month. In particular we are looking forward to the assembly that our kindergarten class is hosting on May 11th at 10:30am. We will
be hosting a Volunteer Tea on June 6th from 2:00-3:00pm and look forward to seeing the many volunteers who have enhanced learning and contributed to our wonderful school culture this year. This year we are not having the bike rodeo but it is still important to get those bikes and helmets working well. Finally, as we spring into May we must think about the end of our school year. It is not too early for students to begin a review process at home to prepare for the exams and assessments in June. It is also important that students have a plan to keep reading throughout the summer months to keep their reading skills as sharp as possible. A number of celebratory and culminating events are in the planning stages. We welcome parents to call or visit our school any time. Education together, Rob Bennington Mr. Berrigan's Education Week Reflections In a gentle way, you can shake
the world and no one will ever be able to create any material as resilient as your human spirit. Remember on these rainy days when dark storm clouds come floating into your life, to see them not as raining on your sunny day, but as adding beautiful color to your sunset sky. On the mountains of learning you never climb in vain; either you will reach a point higher up today, or you will be training your powers so that you will be able to climb higher tomorrow. Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. A person can fall several times, and will still rise again. Work hard. Have an amazing day every day, learn lots, laugh often and enjoy every moment as it comes. Ask the Principal “Why categorical grades on report cards?” For the past 4 years student report cards describe the level of achievement that students are at
Let the sun shine!
for the particular reporting period. The grades are word descriptors for 4 categories; Beginning, Acceptable, Proficient and Mastery. The first one states that the student has not yet reached an acceptable level for the particular learning that has been assessed. The other three describe varying levels of achievement based on criteria that is described, most often in rubrics. Rubrics are guides that help the student during the learning process. For example, if a writing project received a grade of Mastery the various elements of writing (ie. content, organization, sentence structure, vocabulary and conventions) would describe specifically what must be present to receive such a grade. By using this grading method students are graded using the same tools as they use when they are learning. Students know exactly what they must do to achieve a certain grade. Categorical grading takes the mystery out of marks for students and their parents.
Town of Turner Valley
The Turner Valley School brought the University of Calgary’s Schulich Axiom Solar Car to Turner Valley on Friday, May 4th where it was on display outside the Sheep River Library. “We’re charged up and ready to show Schulich Axiom to Albertans and to inspire school kids to think big about sustainability.” says solar car driver Susanna Kubik. “I’m looking forward to getting the solar car out on the open road!” This car competed in a race that lasted about a week last October in Australia. It was plagued with crazy storms and bushfires but still managed to place as the top Canadian team and earned 18th place overall. A total of 37 cars from around the world competed in the race.
Turner Valley Protective Services Complaint Line
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403.863.4341
403.933.4944 ~ 223 Main Street NE
Town of Turner Valley Summer Watering Hours Effective May 1, 2012 until October 31, 2012
Upcoming Turner Valley Council Meetings Start time – 6:30 p.m. May 22 – Regular Council Meeting June 4 – Committee of the Whole June 18 – Regular Council Meeting
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Public Works Department Seasonal The Town of Turner Valley is looking to hire a seasonal labourer for the 2012 season. This individual must be self-motivated, able to follow written
Diamond Valley Parade and Discovery Days Country Market Millennium Park, Main Street, Turner Valley Saturday, June 2, 2012 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Vendors Wanted Sell and promote local products and services at the 2012 Diamond Valley Parade and Discovery Days event. The Town of Turner Valley is now accepting vendor applications for table rental at the 2012 Diamond Valley Discovery Days Market. Items must be locally produced. Non-profit organizations are welcome to attend. Reserve your table now for only $25.00. Vendor application forms are available at turnervalley.ca or by calling 403.933.4944.
and oral instructions and enjoy working outdoors.
All applicants must possess a class 5 driver's license and be
able to work alone.
This Position is 40 hours per week starting May 22 and going
Even Numbered Houses Wednesday & Saturday Odd Numbered Houses Thursday & Sunday Between the hours: 5:00 a.m. –9:00 a.m. & 8:00 p.m.—12:00 Midnight For those residents installing SOD You are required to contact the town office for authorization of additional watering days. Watering times for new SOD remains the same as above
until September 10.
The candidate must be a post-secondary and/or high school student who is seeking employment.
Black Diamond/Turner Valley Transfer Site Hours of Operation
A detailed job description and application may be obtained at the Town office or on the website at turnervalley.ca. Interested applicants please send resumes to: Personnel Committee Box 330 223 Main Street NE Turner Valley, AB T0L 2A0 Fax: 403.933.5377 Email: admin@turnervalley.ca Applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. on May 10, 2012.
Monday, Tuesday, Friday & Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Clean loads of grass, leaves and branches can be deposited at the site located west and north of the Black Diamond bridge just off the river road. (168 Street West and 402 Avenue)
Town of Turner Valley Office Hours Monday to Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed on Statutory Holidays
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Street Cleaning Week of May 28 to June 1 Weather Permitting To ensure your street is cleaned please remove parked vehicles off the street!
Project Green Day ~ POSTPONED Volunteer Opportunity ~ Community Clean Up Black Diamond and Turner Valley Rescheduled for: Saturday, June 9, 2012 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon For more information at town.blackdiamond.ab.ca and turnervalley.ca
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Travel Tracks A Tale Of 2 Dittys
Downunder, the good folks at the Australian Transport Safety Bureau, last week released their findings on a 2010 incident that came precariously close to a passenger aircraft decorating the terrain in a somewhat sloppy fashion. Here's a brief overview of the events: Jetstar flight 57 en route from Darwin Australia to Singapore, was on final approach when bells and whistles starting going off in the cockpit, the sounds of which would have closely resembled a couple of hundred slot machines all paying out at once. Unlike in a casino however, these were not welcome sounds to the two players whose hands were grasping the joystick in the hundred million dollar airplane. No – these were alarms suggesting something was drastically amiss. And at a speed of close to 200 miles per hour some 400 feet above the ground. “Oh *#^!@”, declared the captain –“the landing gear's not down.” Given that wheels lowered are generally one of the components of a successful landing, the crew opted to power up, go around and try again. Second time successful. How is it then, that a captain and first officer with some 17,000 hours of combined flight time missed this particular procedure? According to the findings, the captain was preoccupied with his cell phone and not paying attention to the fact they were about to tarnish the manicured gardens surrounding the runway. Not that he was using the phone mind you. He'd forgotten to shut the
thing off when he started the flight and when it began beeping at him on descent at 2500 ft, he couldn't figure out how to shut it off. And that folks, is a tad troubling. Turning the keys to the airplane over to a guy who can't figure out how to turn off a cell phone isn't what passengers really want to know. To be fair, the co-pilot did fill out a report on arrival. He instructed maintenance to remove the chocolate from the seat. A couple of hours later, the boys from maintenance noted on the cry sheet, “umm- that ain't chocolate.” Also from Downunder and not to be outdone by Captain Kangaroo comes the story of what happens when you've got way more money than you know what to do with. Clive Palmer, a fellow of some means in Australia, has apparently commissioned a shipping yard in China to build him a full size replica of the Titanic to be ready to sail in 2016. Clive's plan is seemingly to reap massive amounts of revenue by selling voyages to the masses on board Titanic II. Someone once suggested that the easiest way to become a multi millionaire was to start out as a billionaire and get into the travel business. We'll check in with Clive in 2017 to see how he's faring out. A couple of things however are stopping me from investing in this venture, not the least of which is that certain products that failed dismally to perform on the 1st goaround, probably shouldn't attempt a comeback. The Ford Pinto comes to
By Dave Heron
mind. The Hindenburg is another. Very disturbing is of course Clive's comments to a recent media scrum in Brisbane – “it is going to be designed so that it won't sink.” Clive – these are not reassuring words in reference to anything named Titanic. But fear not declares Clive – the stage is set for a 2016 sailing from Southampton to New York. With the Chinese Navy escorting the vessel throughout the maiden voyage. Really? You can't board an aircraft with more than 3 ounces of liquids, gels or paste and you think Homeland Security's going to stand on the shores of Manhattan waving the Chinese Navy into Pier 57? C'mon Clive – level with us. You made your fortune in pharmaceuticals didn't ya? And tested more than a few of the products yourself eh? A bit of unsolicited advice Clive – forget the Chinese Navy and schedule Jetstar to buzz the tower just prior to Titanic's arrival into New York. To avoid getting shot down – they can simply call ahead to announce their arrival. That is if they can unlock the damn phone. Adios until next time Dave Heron Dave Heron is the owner and operator of: Pace Setter Travel & Tours (1995) Inc; P.O. Box 612, 70 McRae Street, Okotoks. Tel: 403.938.5454 Toll Free: 1.800.206.7223. Fax: 403.938.5568 Email: pacesetter@nucleus.com
High River Gift of Music Presents Arnold Choi, Cellist From symphony orchestras around the world to the celebrated Janaki String Trio, Arnold Choi brings the cello centre stage. His versatile and sensitive interpretations of all fields of classical music, from orchestral to chamber music, have earned Choi numerous awards including a prize at Korea's Gyeongnam International Music Competition. A native of Calgary and currently studying at Yale University, Arnold will be accom-
panied by his brother Edward on piano. Their program includes works for cello and piano by Ginastera and Chopin as well as works for solo cello by Bach and Britten. The High River Gift of Music Society is pleased to present Arnold Choi, cellist with Edward Choi, pianist in recital Saturday, May 26th at 7:30pm. Adults: $25 - advance, $30 at the door; Seniors: $20 - advance, $25 at the door; Stu-
dents $5. Tickets are available online at; highrivergiftofmusic.com or in person at High River United Church, Pixie Hollow Book Store (417 – 1 St. SW, High River) and Colossi's Coffee House (114 – 4 Ave. SW, High River). The High River Gift of Music Society is a not-for-profit organization committed to bringing classical music to the community of High River and surrounding area.
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From The Lions Den
Feeding the Lions
children and the community as a whole. Talk about a forward thinking individual! Thank you, Cindy! In the next few weeks information leaflets will be available at the Dr. Landers Memorial Pool in Turner Valley, to direct you to fund-raising opportunities that we are hosting, and could use public economic support for. YOU can help fundraise, and bring this initiative to fruition. June 2nd is Parade Day. Be sure to check out both the Turner Valley and the Black Diamond BBQ's, as all funds raised will go towards the Lions Family Water Park Fund. Each of our Parade Day locations will be equipped with the latest information regarding the Lions Family Water Parks, replete with presentation boards that pinpoint the layout of the site and the features offered. Comments are totally welcome and will be registered in a sign in book. The feel good atmosphere
continues. The Foothills Lions Club, on behalf of the Diamond Valley would like to thank Legacy Community Foundation, and in particular Jim Gordon and Matt Janisch, for the very generous donation of $50,000 toward the Lions Family Spray Park. So as I have stated in the past “We Serve” is our credo, but it is a co-relative relationship, in that here are two instances when individuals and community industries stepped up and helped the Lions Club, help you, our community. Kudos to them. So on Parade Day, drop by, support the Lions Family Water Park, have a burger or hotdog and become informed about the Lions Family Water Park and see where and just how you can work to help your community.
The Foothills Lions Club “Serving Our Community”
Books at the Bus Stop made of wood, painted a bright green and included a book shelf. Yes, perched there above the bench was a shelf of books. The accompanying sign informed travellers to take what they wanted or drop off books they no longer needed. If you needed to kill a bit of time waiting for your ride you could peruse a Reader's Digest or a volume of short stories; to uplift the soul: anthologies of poetry or to fulfill a brain candy craving there was a selection of popular romance, suspense and mysteries. The very notion of books at the bus stop had me intrigued. Who was the person who had thought of this? Were there other shelves in other bus stops around the city? How far do some of these books travel as they are taken by transit passengers? I realised then that there are people out there like me who hate to be too far from a good book and who want to spread their love of books to everyone else;
who will create a library wherever they can –all you need is a shelf and people who share. We are very fortunate in our area that we have much more than a shelf of books to share. Over the past year we have increased our collection by over 5000 items, so if you haven't been in recently then stop by and see what we have. We have a new book display as you come in the door and now we also display our new children's and Young Adult items on the shelves by the magazine area. To make your access to these materials as easy as possible, we have increased and standardised our hours. We are now open at 10:00 am Monday to Saturday and we close at 5:00 pm Monday, Friday and Saturday; 8:00 pm, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. “You can't get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me.” - C. S. Lewis
Mock Accident May 11th at 11am
The Black Diamond Fire Department, EMS, RCMP, Alberta Health Services, Western Financial Group, Big Rock Towing and Economical Insurance have joined together to help our young adults stay safer on the roads.
By involving students from Oilfields High School in a mock accident and having them play the parts out they will experience all the stages of the aftermath from getting behind the wheel after having consumed alcohol.
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Sheep River Library In October of 2010 I was down in New Zealand with most of my family for a final visit with my mother-in-law who was dying of cancer. She was able to meet our 14 month old grandson – her only great grandchild. On our last day I was able to make a quick visit to one of my favourite relatives – my elderly great aunt. It was a memorable occasion to have five generations of our family in the room at the same time. These visits are a little bittersweet as I am aware that this could be the last time I see her. She has always been a source of admiration as she charged through life as a single woman, graduating university, serving as a Salvation Army Officer overseas and above all: a great lover of books. On leaving her small apartment, we headed to the bus stop to travel back to the city. This was no glass enclosed structure but was
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The enactment will be very realistic and each department will be giving a brief overview of what their roles are in an actual incident. It is aimed at portraying what can happen if you drink and drive and who’s affected.
Think, before you drink.
The ability to produce three tons of scrap metal from a finished six pack.
Submitted by Lion Barry Crane This is the epitome of a real “feel good” story. The phone rings at 9:00 pm. “Is this Barry Crane of the Lions Club?” I was asked. “Yes” was the reply. “Well then, I have some money for you the female voice on the other end of the phone informed me”. “I love it when I receive a 9 o'clock pm. phone call from a stranger offering me cash,” I replied. We both laughed at that and then the woman on the other end of the phone told her story. Her name was Cindy Ziegler and she had been saving money to buy something for her grandchildren, but upon reading about the Lions Club's fundraising initiative to build a Water Park in Turner Valley, in the Gateway Gazette, Cindy felt empowered to donate the money to the Lions Family Water Park cause. Her reasoning was that this project will benefit both her grand-
O P E N I N V I TAT I O N ~ M O C K A C C I D E N T F r i d a y, M a y 1 1 t h a t 1 1 a m By Oilfields High School on 3rd Street and 5th Avenue Mock Accident to raise awareness on drinking and driving, staged by: Black Diamond Fire Department, EMS, RCMP and Alberta Health Services
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Focus on Mothers
Mother's Day Breakfast Sunday, May 13th Seatings: 9:00am and 11:00am
Carnations for the Moms Adults ~ $12.00 Youth 11 and over ~ $12.00 Children 6 to 10 ~ $6.00 Children 5 and under ~ $3.00 To reserve please call 403-933-4564 Royal Canadian Legion Branch #78 121 Sunset Blvd. East, Turner Valley Office 403-933-4600 ~ Canteen 403-933-4564 Email: rcl78@telus.net ~ www.rcl78.com
Views on Vision By Dr. Charles A. Boulet
I tip my hat to the mothers of this world. Unswerving, unrelenting care and attention to their families is what we get from them, our most important influences, and often with no demand of anything in return. We need to do more as a community to support parents, but mothers in particular, given the relatively greater burden they shoulder in domestic affairs and the raising of children. There are many ways we can do this, and keep the costs in check, but as that discussion is largely unrelated to vision, I'll turn my attention to one simple thing we can all do. The moms who attend my clinic are always fascinated by what they learn about their children's vision. Frankly, they're not used to the sort of examination we provide, nor are they accustomed to the sorts of observations and recommendations we make. Eye exams are commonly a matter of minutes, especially where children are concerned. My view is that children are in greater need of attention, especially at the beginning. We do a full A-Z assessment at the first examination, and we look for
things that are often covered in 'general' eye exams. This is based on the premise that if you never look for something, you'll never see it. After the first assessment, exam time is usually shorter, depending on what the child's needs are. More often than not, when mothers bring their children in for an exam, after all the testing, measurement and observations, I can provide insight into behaviour that is often noticed by the parent but not associated with vision, or not addressed by other developmental professionals. This is a reflection of how important vision is in the life of a developing child. Again, more often than not, these observations are made before the parent makes any comment of the concerns themselves. Every one of these examinations is a fun and educational experience for both mom and the doctor. Vision care is a critical element in ensuring a child's success, much like dental care is critical, or the periodic check with the family doctor. Through the Province, all children's medical care with respect to eyes and vision is
covered so there is no direct cost to parents. This is a simple and cost effective thing we, as a community, provide to help parents help their children. For our part, we try to go the extra mile to ensure parents are aware of what their children's eyes are doing, how their vision works and how this can and will affect behaviour. It is also our policy that no child should go without care and, regardless of family income something we do as part of our commitment to mothers and families. Early attention to vision is a simple and cost-effective means of preventing trouble before it grows into a monster, and all moms and dads will surely appreciate that.
Dr. Boulet is a former teacher and now operates Diamond Valley Vision Care in Black Diamond where he continues to work with children with learning difficulties. Call 403-933-5552. www.dvvc.ca and www.LearningManagemen t.ca.
Household Hints By Rosemary
Mother’s Day Tips My mother was an English war bride who followed her heart from her family and home to a new life in Canada. I often thought how brave and trusting she was to have been able to do that and how fortunate that my father was worthy of that trust. Mother's Day brings bittersweet memories but it also brings fun and laughter as we celebrate this generation's mothers. A gift to your mother, grandmother or special lady can sometimes be as easy as knowing their hobbies, or needs. In other cases it's a bit more difficult to choose something that has meaning, but is also going to be used and appreciated. I'm at the point
that I simply don't have space for another knickknack or house plant. On that theme, here are a couple of suggestions that you may find helpful. 1) A bouquet of flowers or a fruit basket will be appreciated and has a short life span. 2) Tickets to a show to share with you or a friend. 3) Make a charity donation in her name to her favourite charity. 4) Dedicate a tree in her name; programs are accessed through Tree Canada. 5) Give the gift of a day to either play or work. Some older people need assistance cleaning windows, chande-
liers or garden work. 6) Make a meal or a treat to be enjoyed at a later date. 7) Spend a day just to talk, ask and learn about her background, interests, family, education and career. Write down what was important to her as a record for future generations. Whatever you decide as a gift, as a daughter, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother, I can confirm that what is important is that all the “kids� show up with a smile and spend time to be with her. Happy Mother's Day to all (grand)mothers out there. Hope your day is special with memories to last.
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Faith Forum
A very young woman, probably no more than 12 or 13 years of age, had the shock of her life when she received a visit from the famous Gabriel – that special angel sent by God Himself to see Mary and give her a message. “God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a village in Galilee, to a virgin named Mary. She was engaged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of King David. Gabriel appeared to her and said, “Greetings, favored woman! The Lord is with you!” (Luke 1:26b 28 NLT) Why would this young and poor girl receive a message from Almighty God? Who was she that she would have been particularly singled out by Him? “Confused and disturbed, Mary tried to think what the angel could mean. “Don't be afraid, Mary,” the angel told her, “for you have found favor
By Gloria Wessner
with God!” (Luke 1:29, 30 NLT) Favour with God? Her? Why? What could she offer to God? She knew about Him for sure as she was raised in the Jewish religion. But this? Then the angel gave the message to her: “You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you will name him Jesus. He will be very great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his ancestor David. And he will reign over Israel forever; his Kingdom will never end!” (Luke 1:31 – 22 NLT) What? Did her ears hear right? Everyone, including Mary, knew of the prophecies that were given hundreds of years before this, but… “Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel (which means 'God is with us').” (Isaiah 7:14 KJV) “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.” (Isaiah 9:6 KJV)
The Most Unlikely Mother
She wondered how this could ever be, because she had never laid with any man. “Mary asked the angel, “But how can this happen? I am a virgin.” (Luke 1:34 NLT) Then Gabriel told her how this could be possible: “The angel replied, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the baby to be born will be holy, and he will be called the Son of God. What's more, your relative Elizabeth has become pregnant in her old age! People used to say she was barren, but she has conceived a son and is now in her sixth month. For nothing is impossible with God.” (Luke 1:35 – 37 NLT) She would have known that the people in her community in her day would hold her in disgrace for being a mother who was not married. She knew she might lose her fiancé Joseph (either by divorce or stoning) because she was pregnant before they were married and who would believe that she had not lain with any man? Being the mother of the Messiah was the highest honour a woman could hold; but the price she would have to pay in the coming years was huge. The special baby boy to whom she would give
Gardens Galore
In between rain showers, I'm desperately trying to separate my lawn from my flower and shrub beds. Once the grass gets in there, it's gonzo for the beds. Nothing short of a complete makeover will solve that problem. Edge is the term used for separating turf from beds. There are all kinds of edge that can be used in the landscape. The edge between grass and beds must be able to keep the grass from getting into the bed. A wide deep poured concrete strip is the most effective, along with raised beds. These are also the most expensive kinds of edge. The most ineffective is an edge of rock, particularly those white painted rocks. Grass grows
into the edge and the beds very quickly and it is impossible to control this growth with the rocks in place. Black plastic edger can be effective if it is commercial grade landscape edging at least 8” wide. But even the commercial grade edging can pop up out of the ground with freeze/thaw cycles and has to be dug in and pinned again. The 3” stuff isn't worth bringing home. One of my favourite methods is the old European traditional edging of a deeply dug trench between the bed and the lawn. Unfortunately, this edge method must be maintained at least yearly. Over the past two years, I've had trouble maintaining my edge due to a
birth, that choirs of angels heralded his coming, she would later watch die a cruel, painful death on the cross as her Redeemer. She would have to pay a huge price for being obedient, but she stayed true to what God already knew was in her heart – that she was ready and prepared to be a willing servant to Him. “Mary responded, “I am the Lord's servant. May everything you have said about me come true.” And then the angel left her.” (Luke 1:38 NLT) Mary was a very unlikely candidate to be the mother of Jesus. But then God often uses those who seem the most unlikely people that He would choose for His purposes. No matter whom our family is, no matter what job we hold and no matter what we have done in our past – God waits for us to come to Him and be His willing hands to reach out to those who need to know His comfort and love. Are you willing to let Him be your Redeemer today and take those wrongdoings (sins) from your life and replace it with His life in you so you can be His willing servant? Readers are invited to write Gloria at: gloriawes@hotmail.com.
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Group Fitness Classes coming in June Group Outdoor Fitness Classes for the Month of June.
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Also coming soon . . . Zumba!!!
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Diamond Valley MINI
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back problem. But this year, with some new medication, I'm able to get my edging done. (If it stops raining for a minute) I like to get the edging done early in the spring before the grass gets really vigorous. Another edge method that is effective is a chemical edge. Under fence lines and along bed edges that are out of everyday sight, a carefully applied strip of 'Round-up' helps to keep the grass from creeping in. A cover of mulch over the dead grass makes this method look OK. This also means that hand trimming won't be necessary. Whatever method of edge control is in your cards, plan your strategy when planning your beds. A beau-
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Millarville’s Cool News Millarville Community School Honour the Retirees of 2012 We are celebrating the amazing careers of Ted Thorne, Patti Thorne, Lorretta Stabler and Norma Dawson as they retire from our school and move onto new adventures. On Thursday, May 31st, all Foothills School Division staff and former staff are invited to join Ted, Patti, Lorretta, Norma and the MCS staff at the Turner Valley Golf Course from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. If you are able to join us, please RSVP to Wendy Gregson at gregsonw@fsd38.ab.ca by May 25th. On Friday, June 15th, the staff and students of MCS are hosting a special assembly to be held in the school gym beginning at 12:30 pm. All past and present students, families and staff are welcome to join us for this community celebration. Welcome to Grade Five News Mini Mall: We have been immersed in mini mall for the past five weeks. This involved us creating a business and selling our product to other grades throughout the school. We learned many things about running a business; like target market, advertisement and banking. Mini Mall helps us understand what it is like when we grow up if we want to be entrepreneurs. In Mini Mall we sold things like goop, cookies, pretzels, Rice Crispy squares, movies, popcorn, toys, mini games, pinball and much more. To advertise most of us did posters. One of my friends even made a song and played music. It was REALLY REAL. We got fake money, got change and even worked out our rent. We are also planning a summer business. Some are doing lawn work, lemonade and more. We found out that our customers were really happy and then they would tell others to come and buy our products, too. Young Authors: WOW!!!!!! That was really
fun! We wish we could go again!! We learned that if you are writing a book about a life experience you should make the experience worse because it makes the story more interesting and makes the reader want to read more. Jacqueline said she learned that you can story tell through art. She learned that from the author Mackenzie McAdem. Jessica said she learned that basic shapes are everywhere in cartooning. She learned that from James Grasdal. There were over 400 kids there! And I'm sure everybody else enjoyed it too! Our opening act was Sigmund Brouwer. He was SUPER funny! He
talked about some of the books he wrote. Track and Field: Track and field is where you do Discus, long jump, short distance races, skipping and shot put. We get lots of exercise when we do all these activities. It is every Monday for three weeks then one Wednesday after school. The track and field program has 4 helpers Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Orme, Mrs. Simard and Mr. Hayden. After we are done the practices we have a real Track and Field Meet. Grades 7 and 8 athletes will then compete at the Divisional Track Meet on May 30th in Okotoks. This is going to be so much FUN!!!
Millarville Saddle Sores 4-H’ers were all excited for March – after all, spring was coming! No more trudging through snow and muck to catch unruly horses. March 11th was the Pat Ross western pleasure and equitation clinic. We each rode for two hours. She taught us all about horsemanship and proper position, with emphasis on how to score points at a show. It was exhausting but rewarding. We had our usual club ride on March 24th. The next weekend was a 4-H gymkhana. As always, that was fun and relaxed. The rest of our days were filled up with Lip Sync practices and 4-H meetings. The Lip Sync practices were for a performance at the 4-H Dis-
trict Fun Night in High River. With the event coming in mid-April, our practices were a little rushed and time was running out. There was also a flag carrying clinic with Heather Mills. Green grass was starting to poke out into the world when April finally arrived. This was nice but caused us a few more problems, such as trying to keep the horses off the new grass and on their old hay bales so they didn't get laminitis. We managed to fit in two club rides this month; one on April 15th and one on April 21st. District Fun Night was held on April 13th and it was a Friday. Unlucky, at least for superstitious people. But our club es-
caped the bad luck and placed fourth. We had fun performing and making this Lip Sync skit. We danced and “sang” to “Mr. Mom”, performed by Lonestar. To celebrate, we had a pizza party before the meeting on April 20th. At the club meeting, Brittany Macdonald showed us her Creative Options project – a PowerPoint and short video all about the Friesian horse. It was very well done and made me want a Friesian. Sadly, we only have one more meeting, highway clean-up and our achievement day and then 4-H is over until September, excluding the occasional show. April is coming to an end but so is winter.
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The Oral Health Connection Oral Cancer: An Emerging Epidemic?
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By Penny Judson-Benny, Registered Dental Hygienist I recently attended a lecture on oral cancer and realized that the general population is not really aware of the rising statistics of this type of cancer. There are many campaigns and awareness for many cancers that are diagnosed readily, but oral cancer is a 'quiet' cancer and one where the mortality rate has NOT decreased in the past 30 years. More often than not, oral cancer is not diagnosed until it is at a very advanced stage and difficult to treat without great disfigurement and a poor life expectancy. Oral cancer takes the life of one person per hour, and for those who do survive, it can be severely disfiguring and debilitating. It's one of the few types of cancer that hasn't experienced a significant decline in fatalities over the past several decades. The main reason is that it is normally discovered in the late stages when the five year survival rate is less than 50%. To reverse this trend, we need to create awareness that virtually everyone over the age of 18, or anyone who is sexually active is potentially at risk and hence in need of an
annual cancer screening exam. Typically the risk factors have mainly been associated with regular tobacco use (chew or smoking) and/or alcohol. The new risk profile now includes the human papilloma virus, otherwise know as the 'HPV' virus. HPV seems to be strongly associated with cancer of the tonsils especially, although may be found at other sites. A study in October 2011 in the U.S. found that the incidence of HPV related throat cancer cases had more than doubled in the years between 1980 and 2004. The percentage of oral and throat cancers that were caused by HPV grew even faster, since the number of tobacco related cancers declined over the same 20+ year period. Most North Americans do not recognize that the profile of the oral cancer patient has evolved from the heavy smoker/ chew tobacco user and drinker to now include anybody who is sexually active. The HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancers tend to affect an entirely different
profile compared to the historical patterns of smoking and alcohol induced cancers. The newer profile is one of a younger white male who has a higher number of lifetime sexual partners and engages in the practice of certain sexual behaviours. Oral 'HPV' is transmitted sexually through mucous membrane contact both oral-genital and oralanal. It may also be spread by open mouthed or 'French' kissing. Approximately 40,000 Americans will be newly diagnosed with oral cancer in 2012. This has been the fifth year in a row where there has been an increase in the incidence rate of oral cancers. When found at early stages of development, oral cancer patients have an 80 to 90% survival rate Unfortunately, the majority are found in latestage cancers for which the survival rate and long-term outcomes are poorer (between 30 to 50%). The two main reasons for late detection of the disease are: 1/ Early stage oral cancer is often not apparent to the naked eye and is not a source
Personal Protection
I was at a recent training event with Shihan Jack Hoban in Chicago. During this event Jack talked to us about a few different strategies and concepts. Two were particularly interesting. The first is his concept of the Ethical Warrior and how it relates to training and to combat. This concept is best heard straight from Jack himself, but if you're unable to attend one of his classes I recommend the book "The Ethical Warrior" which is meant to accompany the class. The second concept Jack taught us was how to control an opponents space. Again this is best heard from the source but I'll do my best to explain it in this article. The concept of controlling space is a powerful tactical concept for combat. It allows you to be pre-emptive when dealing with a threat and, when understood and trained, allows you to remain more relaxed during a conflict. The concept is to not try to beat an opponent's actions or even to try to beat the opponent, but rather to understand how the body moves, how people attack, and particularly where they're able to move, or attack, from where they are. Once that's under-
stood then seek to control that space and move through them to the space you want to control or occupy. Jack illustrated this concept to us with a few simple drills. The first is to have your training partner stand in a boxing stance. Notice the space between their arms and their body. When they attempt to straight punch simply extend your arm and put your hand into that space, that is the space that's between their arm and body in their posture. If done correctly the opponent won't be able to hit you with their straight punch. The second drill is stand directly in front of your opponent so that you could attack their center line. Have them throw hook punches using shoulder rotation for power. Notice how their center line moves as they rotate their shoulders. Now instead of trying to stop the punch or block it, “ride� it and side step to stay in front of their centerline. The space in front of the centerline is controlled, the space where they're punching to is vacated. When executed properly not only will you not get hit, but you will be able to hit your opponent. As always once I returned home from training I decided
of pain or discomfort to the individual. 2/ People don't realize they should be getting screened regularly for oral cancer as part of their annual dental and medical exams. Not only does oral cancer have a high mortality rate, but it has high levels of morbidity as well. Survivors often spend the rest of their lives dealing with severe facial disfigurement, serious eating and speaking difficulties, and other traumatic sacrifices in their quality of life. It is important to educate your friends and family regarding risk factors for oral cancer. It is especially important to realize the new risk profile may be a non-smoker and non-drinker, but may carry the HPV virus. Have your dental professional perform an intra/extra oral examination at your dental visit. 'Keep Your Smile For A Lifetime!' Penny Judson-Benny, RDH, is the owner and operator of Mountain View Dental Hygiene Clinic in Black Diamond and can be contacted at 403-933-7722.
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to test this concept. What I found was that regardless of any position I found myself in so long as I kept in mind to control the space that my opponent had to move through OR the space that I want to maintain I was able to counter my opponents attacks with ease. It was almost as though I was moving much faster than my opponent, which of course I wasn't, I just understand where their attacks are coming from and what space they have to travel through to get to the space their target occupies. The way I like to illustrate this in terms of combat is in relation to a firearm. I have an opponent in front of me with a pistol aimed at me at a distance of 10 yards. I'm unarmed. There's no way I can close the distance to them before they can fire a round at me. They're connected to me by a projectile over the course of the distance, but I'm not connected to them for a counter attack through the same distance. This is their space. Now though if I look to either side I have exits out of the room. If you draw a straight line from you to the exit that's your space to move. If you now draw another line from you to the opponent and from the op-
ponent to the exit to create a triangle, the area of the triangle becomes the space they have to control once you run for the door. So what's the point? The point is simply that we spend a lot of time studying and memorizing and learning techniques to do things. Understanding this tactic of controlling space can allow you to problem solve during combat for threats you may be unfamiliar with. It also teaches you to develop new strategies. For example, in the above illustration, if you're the combatant with the gun do you control such a large area or do you start to eliminate options for the opponent? Obviously eliminating options is the better choice once you understand just how big an area you have to control with a bullet. It's not as simple as a straight line attack, which is how it's perceived at the beginning of the scenario. I hope Shihan Jack's concept of controlling space has piqued your interest and you'll experiment and play with it for yourself and see what you can come up with. Stay safe, be well. Sensei Tom Gillis
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My Stroke of Insight - Jill Bolte Taylor A Harvard trained brain scientist by profession, the author observed her own mind completely deteriorate to the point where she could not walk, talk, telephone for help, read, write or recall any of her life. This happened within the space of about four hours. This is a very personal account of how the brain works in wellness and in illness. A stroke on the left side (the thinking side) taught her that the feeling of nirvana is never more that a mere thought. We can all uncover feelings of well being and peace that are so often sidelined by our own brain chatter and the interference of outside noise. With her mother's constant comfort, care and encouragement, Taylor is helped along on her "personal journey". She also finds comfort in a new age philosophy and the discovery of a harmonious balance between the left (thinking) and the right (feeling) hemispheres of the brain. Obviously, she recovered to the point that she could write this book. It is very readable and would be of special interest to caregivers of stroke victims or anyone who has personally suffered the trauma of a stroke. The Buddha in the Attic Julie Otsuka
This ia a wonderful read well written, full of information and emotion. It is not written in the first person, nor the third person, but from the perspective of a group - "some of us ..., one of us..." which is a style entirely new to me. A ship load of "photo brides" leaves Japan in the 1920's bound for San Francisco and marriage to husbands they know only from photos. The women range in age from 10 to 23, some have been married and leave children behind. Most are considered by their f a m i l i e s t o b e "unmarriageable". Each chapter deals with a specific period in their lives. What struck me most about this novel was the bravery of these women leaving behind everything they know and coming to a new land with a new language, new food, new weather. Coming to make a life with a husband they only know from a photo (and most of those were false - old photos or of someone else altogether who is younger and better looking). Most of the men are migrant farm labourers who follow the crops, with no permanent home, no shelter, no belongings. The women are expected to work everyday alongside their men. They give birth under a tree or in a barn, they nurse their babies after they
By Lynn Willoughby have "completed hoeing the row of onions". These immigrants never integrate well - even those living in San Francisco who run a business. Some work in laundries or restaurants or hair salons or dentistries, many work as maids or gardeners. They live their entire life in "J town". As the children of these families get older, they try to abandon their Japanese ways. They speak better English than their parents, they visit friends in non-Japanese homes, they have high expectations for the future. But then, Pearl Harbour is bombed! They are moved to internment camps which they build and work in under brutal conditions. Shelter is minimal, the cold is never-ending and the food supplies are subsistence levels. The camps are chosen to be in remote, barren areas, so even growing gardens is almost impossible. The brutality and prejudice of this time in history will remain with me for a long time. The brief moments of tenderness, love or joy experienced by these women are fleeting. Then things just get worse. I highly recommend this book. Who Knew? Japanese internment camps caused a reversal in many Japanese traditions. The women took jobs in the mess halls, the hospitals or administrative offices. This led to a breakdown of centuries old male dominance over wives and children. The men were often too proud to learn English and, no matter how hard they worked, their living conditions remained the same. All of this led to wide spread depression among the men, alcohol abuse, gambling and family abuse. However, many of the women grew and blossomed in the camps.
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Aries (March 20-April 19) Finally, you can make some progress, though lately it's felt like catching up. That still counts. Don't skip steps - make each decision carefully, focus on the details and don't lose sight of the big picture. Elements of your astrology are making you restless, as if you have the feeling that something big is about to happen. You need to coexist as peacefully as you can with that sensation, and keep your focus on what you're doing, what you're planning and what you know is necessary. Integrity is crucial now, but I'll remind you that integrity means integrated: the different aspects of your life working together, rather than separately or against one another. Part of making that happen means standing as a strong, focused center of your experience, and more precisely, the innovator of your own life.
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Taurus (April 19-May 20) Remember what is important to you. Remember, and at the same time, learn. There is a message in your chart about seeing the other side of something - a way of life, an idea about yourself, a basic value you hold. You're not typically given to exploring what you think is precisely opposite what you might normally do, though this would be an exceptionally healthy thing to work into your routines. You're about to see how valuable it is when you can step out of your point of view and consider what you might have considered strange, threatening or irrelevant in the past. This is just one of many occasions you will have to reinvent yourself from the inside out. True freedom is based on your ability to adapt to your circumstances and your desires.
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Gemini (May 21-June 20) There's an actual conversation going on within your soul space - not the usual gossip. You seem to be making an agreement with yourself about what it means to feel good about your existence. You're working out this dialog in the midst of a world that seems to go increasingly mad - and the most reassuring thing you can learn is that you're not crazy. One hint I can offer is, don't try to understand what makes no sense at all. Perhaps understanding will come, but I suggest you focus on what you recognize inherently, and what speaks to you in a language you comprehend. You may always
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feel like you have two distinct entities living in details will not seem nearly as meaningful or your psyche, though the difference now is that significant, but you'll take care of them just as one is willing to listen to the other. well. The key is letting any form of worry get in the way of what you want. Perhaps a tall order but right now, not really. Cancer (June 21-July 22) Something special happens this month - the Scorpio Full Moon coincides with Beltane, to Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) the day. The chart looks like you become a An old expression goes, "You cannot be fully magnet for many things that exist outside you committed part of the time." Therefore, allow or your personal space, that you would like to yourself to be fully committed all of the time. invite into your life more closely. This is Set aside the idea that life is full of absolutely positively the time to stay visible contradictions and paradoxes, and recognize and be social, and to approach anyone you're the ways that your different talents, ambitions attracted to with confidence. Not everyone is and favorite activities support one another. going to respond -- but that leaves many other Right now many people are living with the possibilities. Keep the conversation moving. sensation of 'so much to do, I don't know where There's an old rule about cocktail parties, to start'. Therefore, the most meaningful thing where you're supposed to circulate and not you can do is start, and keep track of where you speak to anyone for more than five minutes. are with each item on your agenda. Gradual This allows you to taste the energy of many progress on each item on a daily or weekly different people, while keeping the social basis will be enough -- for now. There will be a environment light and flexible. From these time when you select certain projects or goals encounters you will notice who you want and and really accomplish something, but that who wants you. Go for mutual - really, truly moment is still a few weeks off. mutual. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) What has seemed like an impasse in your life The Sun reaches one of the peaks of its path the past few months is about to burst into more through the seasons this month, arriving at the movement than you've experienced any time hotspot in your house of career, reputation and lately. You may feel like you're exceeding your noteworthy success. This could have the effect speed limit or some unspoken agreement that of bringing what seemed like promise and seems to limit your happiness. No such potential to life. Therefore, I suggest you try agreement is binding you today - though it may your luck when it comes to anything involving seem like one is, if you worry too much about the work you do or the reputation you have. how others perceive you. This is a message Make contact with those who are in a position you've been getting over and over again - focus to help; they will be impressed by your sincerity on people, not what you suspect their concepts and solid values. Current developments are as might be. If you have a mission to accomplish much about what you've accomplished in the or a role to play, the opinions of others matter past as they are about your potential now; right not - the only thing that you need to concern now the two are closely related. Keep your eyes yourself with is feeling confident you're doing on your vision of what is possible, which is to the right thing. You should know - you've say - stretch a little and reach for what you thought about it long enough. think might be impossible. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) You've been incredibly patient for a Mars is now traveling direct in your birth sign, Sagittarius, especially during the past three after a long spell of retrograde motion. You are months. You haven't lost any ground now doing a lot better at working with yourself: everyone else has been involved in their own at making goals and moving efficiently in version of working through seeming setbacks. I whatever direction you set. This month you know that you keep getting handed these tests have a lot of support in doing that. What is of your focus and attention to detail, and yet most boldly emphasized is your long-term, you may be discovering that it's within your long-range vision for yourself. Think in terms nature to work things out until they are just of the best possible outcomes. Allow yourself to exactly right. This comes with a certain kind of think big, mainly by setting aside any concerns pleasure, and the feeling of control - though about the details that might hold you back. when the moment arrives to let go and take Once you catch the wind at your back, those your chances, I suggest that you do so boldly. You may soon encounter what looks like a narrow opportunity, the kind you have to fit sideways to get into. Yet you're more likely to
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experience that as an invitation than as a deterrent. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) Remember that God isn't always watching you. You've heard that 'He' is lots of times, and at least let's consider that it's a disturbing thought; what you do isn't anybody's business but your own. That is, it's not if you don't make it so, therefore, take your space. You might actually have to do something like experiment and consider the consequences later - if there are any. That's the problem with thinking you're being spied on: guilt makes it difficult to know what you're really entitled to experience. Therefore you have to stretch that particular boundary and see what you discover once you do. One risk you run is the discovery that you could have had a lot more pleasure in your life, which I would rate as a positive, given that you're still very much alive.
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Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) If you have any fear of settling down into a space you love, now is the time to get over it. I am picking up some kind of 'security phobia' in your charts, as if when faced with the potential to be comfortable and set up in a solid place, you get nervous. You may not have always been this way, and I suggest you remind yourself of a time in your life when that was not the case. Part of any anxiety about things being good is an acknowledgment of how badly things can go on this planet; therefore it sometimes feels better to live as if they're already that way. Though as Lou Reed has said (and I know I've quoted this before), you can't count on the worst always happening. True fact - it hardly ever happens. Therefore, relax and discover.
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Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) You have not lost your magic touch - in fact you're about to discover just how much stronger it's become. One thing I suggest is that you concentrate your energies. Stay grounded; stay on-task. For the moment, you might consider remaining close to home so that you don't distract yourself with the need to adjust or adapt to externals. If you are selecting from among creative projects, focus on the most daring, dangerous or experimental. If you are selecting from among relationship opportunities, focus on the desire that feels right, and that speaks to you the most clearly. Everything that's right and true is going to have that sensation of concern that it's a little out of bounds, a little too much. That's the idea: keep your connection to the dark side, so that you can keep your connection to the light.
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Oilfields High School Students Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds Week The entire student body, from Grade 7 to Grade 12 worked hard to make the week of Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds a success. The week was filled with activities and events for the students. Among those was a Health Fair on Wednesday with displays on the week’s theme, put together by the students themselves. The Junior High students focused on healthy bodies with displays on
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• Family Operation
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DJ Ranch
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Find us on Highway #7 & 112th St. W.
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Answers to last issue’s puzzles: 1) -9 2) 1:58 3) only 1 point, (1,1). All “Can You Solve” puzzles have been generously provided by Mr. Larry Berg of High River.
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Just One Big Happy Family!
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email: terry@abodedesign.ca
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Donna Turner Registered Massage Therapist
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For All Your Septic Service Needs
403~938~1500
WATER WELL DEVELOPMENT
h Relaxation & Therapeutic Massage h Cranio-Sacral Therapy
Kruschel O.D. EYE CARE CLINIC Comprehensive Eyecare For The Entire Family HOURS Tues & Wed 9am - 9pm; Thurs 9am - 8pm Fri 9am - 5pm; Sat 9am - 12 noon (EXCEPT FOR HOLIDAY WEEKENDS)
In an emergency, please call Dr Kruschel 403-938-0577 27D McRae St., Okotoks - W of Post Office 403-938-2191
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EYE CARE Dr. Cindy
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CLASSIFIEDS
Now available: Free online text classified ads visit www.grandeonline.ca Sheep River Center, Black Diamond
We are happy to report that our online FREE classified ads seem to be a success with our readers. Please continue to read them and add to them. With the terrific growth response we’ve been getting with our Grande Online website (www.grandeonline.ca) and the expansion into more content covering a broader range of topics, we have made the decision to move our Text Classifieds into a FREE, online only environment. All postings will be monitored to ensure that it doesn’t get overrun with a bunch of junk postings. Yes there are countless opportunities to post classified ads online, but we still find that local based classified ads included in a local site such as our Grande Online receive an impressive amount of attention. If posting online makes you nervous or you don’t have access to a computer, you can give us a call at 403-933-4283 and we’ll post it for you, still at no charge. We will still offer paid Display Classifieds in our print edition of the Grassroots.
Hay Sales Delivered Alfalfa Timothy, Grass Mix Round Bales 403-650-8369 Bob Foster
KROMM HAY SALES Premium Horse Hay Round Bales, 1400 - 1500 lbs Stored in Shed Timothy - Brome - Alfalfa Delivery Available Jeff Kromm 403-995-2583
Garage Sale
Rentals
GARAGE SALE - PRIDDIS HALL M AY 1 2 t h - 9 a m t o 2 p m . www.priddis.org. This is a Community Association fundraiser and we thank you for your support.
Shared Accommodation in Turner Valley available immediately. Must be employed, non-smoker, social or non drinker. Bright and clean, furnished main floor w/gas fireplace. Includes; tv/dvd, cable, wireless internet & utilities. No pets please! $500 security deposit & $500 monthly fee. Call (403) 938-6596.
Photography In His Image Photographic Services. Family Memories, Family Values, Value Pricing. With our *Portable Studio* we come to you! Visit our website at: www.inhisimagephoto.ca
Coyote Moon High Country Video Diamond Oasis Spa Foothills Pizza & Pasta Salus Wellness Center Sandul's Pharmacy Ralphs Liquor Store Pharmasave Pop's Barber Shop Black Diamond Liquor Store Rona Black Diamond Black Diamond Bakery and Coffee Shop Valley Cold Beer and Liquor Store Calgary Nova Lions Club DJ Ranch Turner Valley Golf Club Eastern Slopes Veterinary Services
Arnold CHOI
All proceeds are going to the new
Foothills Lions Club Spray Park in Turner Valley
cello
with Edward Choi, piano May 26, 2012, 7:30 pm Pre-Concert Chat 6:45 pm at High River United Church Advance Tickets: Adults $25, Seniors $20 At the door: Adults $30, Seniors $25, Students $5. Tickets at: High River United Church, 403-652-3168, Pixie Hollow Book Store, 417-1 St. SW, Colossi’s Coffee House, 114-4 Ave SW, High River or online at:
presents
403-652-6641
Now open for business in Black Diamond!
Thank You! A heartfelt thank you to all the participants in Longview on May 2nd! Also a big thank you to all of our clients for their patronage.
PAPIMI
INFRARED SAUNA
WBV (Whole Body Vibration)
presents
The Foothills Lions would like to thank the following businesses for their generous donations that made our recent Interclub Silent Auction a Success. It pays to shop local!
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Healthy Cells = Healthy Body
WE’RE WE’RESTEERING STEERINGYOU... YOU... IN INTHE THE RIGHT DIRECTION! DIRECTION!
High River Driver’s Education classroom at our shop: May 10th & 11th 4:00pm - 8:00pm May 12th 9:00 to 6:00pm
Okotoks Driver’s Education classroom: May 15th, 16th 22nd and 23rd 4:00pm - 8:00pm NEW LOCATION Keith Chevrolet Buick GMC Conference Room
• Class 5 Driver’s Ed. • Class 1, 3 & Air brakes • Brush up courses
www.highriverdrivingschool.com Locally owned & operated since 1987 Not affiliated with any other driving school
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High River Driving School 403-652-1262 Okotoks Driving School 403-369-2656
“Men with Tunes"
We are currently seeking: Landscape Construction Personnel
Saturday, 26th May at 7:00 pm
Okotoks United Church featuring Alberta Dance Academy and local entertainers Tickets: $15.00 ($12.00 seniors) Available at "Flowers and Things" Okotoks Info: www.okotoksmenschorus.com / Tel: 403-938-2506
) Full time or weekend staff ) O.T. available and an excellent benefits package after a year
) The chance for
advancement and/or apprenticeship is also available
Please send resume Attn: John Stoll Hortscape Ltd. P.O. Box 746 Black Diamond, Alberta T0L 0H0 or Fax: 403-933-7844 or hortscape@gmail.com
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Creating tomorrow’s heirlooms... Good Deeds = Great Deals
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Colin Rollo • 403-815-0922 Signature Properties
Real Estate
Located on a 60'x120' lot in the Village of Longview this former bunkhouse on a full basement has a terrific Mountain view and a newer 24'x26' detached garage with alley access! This could be the perfect snowbirders or away workers answer!
Walkout on 12.3 acres with 2800 sq. ft. shop! $680,000
Energy Efficient all the Way! $449,900!
This large bungalow is fully developed to a high standard of craftsmanship by the master woodworker owner, the land is fenced and crossfenced and has paddocks and corrals for the horse lover. The huge shop features full in floor heating! Just S.W. of Okotoks.
This custom built fully developed bungalow backs on to a densely forested Ravine and has been built with ICF, 2" exterior styrofoam cladding, a NTI Matrix integrated heating system, in-slab heating, the list goes on and on. Save a tree today! A pleasure to view!
Perched on the Ravine with Mountain Views! $439,000
Large Family Home! Small Price! $294,900!
Located a short stroll to all levels of schooling and the arena and playfields this stunning WALKOUT bungalow was custom built by the builder himself and offers a high level of finishing! Over 2400 sq. ft. of living space on a huge Pie lot! Call today for viewing!
Round
Unique Opportunity! $94,900!
Stunning Mountain Views! $339,000! Located on a quiet cul-de-sac this custom designed bungalow offers stunning mountain views, a gourmet kitchen huge vaults throughout and a granny suite down with two bedrooms and seperate entrance!
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This spacious 2 story home with fully developed basement has received many recent upgrades including paint, flooring and new bathrooms! All rooms are large and their is a large covered verandah to the big back yard with heated garage! And Extra R.V. Parking.
NBW GARAGE DOORS LTD Garage Door & Garage Door Opener Installation, Service Calls EXISTING DOOR REPLACEMENT
Okotoks, AB PH: 403-861-7402 FAX: 403-938-6137
Affordable Living! Across from Sheep River!
Huge Corner Lot! $199,900 Absolutely beautiful lot with loads of mature trees, shrubs & built in flower beds. Cabin like feel from this 3 bedroom bungalow. Freestanding wood burning stove, spacious kitchen with dining area & updated four piece bath with marble sink. Brand new electrical panel & Large shed is perfectly suited for a workshop. Not another lot like this one available!
$213,500 Affordable, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath 2story steps away from shops and parks! Spacious front entry, tile surround gas fireplace, bright kitchen with eating nook. Main floor laundry & full basement is awaiting your personal touch.! Down payment of 5% down & payments of under $1000 a month! Are you renting?????
The Strength in TEAMWORK, the REPUTATION for RESULTS
LAURELEA Burritt/Realtor
AMY
Bates/Licensed Assistant “Your Diamond Valley Specialists” Putting Families into Homes SINCE 1995 For Excellent Results and a FREE home evaluation Call TODAY!
403-933-3737 Have a SOLD on Your Home! lbremax@telus.net www.laurelea.ca
Nigel Waugh nigel@nbwgaragedoors.ca