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My Little Corner By Shannon Robin Oh my, what has happened to spring? Over the past week, many things I saw convinced me that spring was finally on the way. I’m not so sure after the dump of snow that has come down this week. The first sign was a lone shoe at the side of the road. I never see pieces of random footwear in the winter. I wonder why the shoes and boots never seem to be lost in pairs, and how they find their place at the side of the highway. On summer road trips we sometimes count the shoes along the road to help pass time. Our trees have been filled with robins, and their arrival is generally correlated with the beginning of spring. But yesterday they flitted around trying to keep their feet out of the snow, no doubt wondering what the heck was going on! As I drove through Saskatchewan last weekend, it seemed the geese were wondering the same thing as they searched for sustenance in areas that still have several feet of snow and where the water is still frozen over. I’ve accepted that weather patterns in southwestern Alberta are much more unpredictable than what I’ve known, but it seems the weather is just a little bit messed up everywhere. I chatted with my mom the other day about recollections of snow in May. My birthday falls in the middle of the month, and we could only recall one time when there was snow to ruin the party. That was about 35 years ago. Right now the yards in my hometown are still filled with snow, so I’m glad I’ll be spending my birthday here. I drove through areas near Saskatoon where the drifts are still several feet high. I wished at the time I had someone with me to pose for a picture or to jump in the snow and make an angel with me. I figured it best not to make a spectacle at the side of the highway doing this on my own. My sister recalls having her first evening by the firepit as early as March, on a beautiful night. On Saturday we thumbed our noses at Mother Nature and sat outside to have a beer by the fire. We were wrapped in blankets and surrounded by snow, but we convinced ourselves it was spring

for a little while. We stayed outside until it started to rain – that’s another sign of spring, isn’t it? Hopefully some rain will help to melt the snowdrifts in Nipawin. Flooding is another rite of the season, and in the northeastern area of Saskatchewan it looks like there are some doozies on the way. There is significant water building up in the fields as the huge drifts begin to thaw, and many streams and rivers are already spilling over their banks. The water wasn’t sitting still – it was running and churning, and in some places where it was deep enough there were even whitecaps. Inevitably, there are mud puddles. Squishing through the mud is a great thing to do on a spring day. I like it enough to get past my aversion to the smell and feel of rubber boots. I remember times when I would get myself so stuck in the deep mire that I would have to tread home in my socked feet to get something or someone to dig my boots out of the muck. I wish I was young enough not to care that mud puddles are comprised of cold water – running through the puddles and stomping in the deepest sections is such fun if you don’t mind getting wet. Afternoons at the schoolyard with our plastic kites and little spindles of string provided hours of entertainment when I was young. There was the exhilaration of finally getting your kite to fly and the panic when it began a nosedive to the ground. A couple of weeks ago we watched a fellow in the field near our house flying the largest kite I’ve seen. Unlike the kites of my childhood, this one appeared to have many joints and strings – it was kind of like a marionette. It was really neat to watch him in action as he covered a huge area on foot while his kite soared overhead. I don’t think many kids have kites now, it’s really a shame. A friend told me today that spring usually arrives after the last calf is born. I see the Last Calf Cabaret takes place this weekend, so hopefully we can look forward to welcoming the warm weather for good and bidding farewell to the snow.

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Art around the Pass The current show at Crowsnest Pass Public Art Gallery, Bizarre Bird Bazaar, concludes this Sunday. If you haven’t already seen the birds, come on down to the gallery. We are open every day – Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 4 p.m.; weekends from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is free. The next show is a collection of photographs from Robert Allen and abstract paintings by Jeanne Allen. Jeanne and Robert are longtime Allied Arts members, and have exhibited in the gallery’s summer shows and open shows in the past. Opening reception is scheduled for Saturday, May 11, 1 to 3 p.m. Join us for refreshments and live music from Wendell and The Deb. At Stone’s Throw Cafe, Troi Crombie’s photography is on the walls until June 10. We are always looking for new artists to exhibit at the cafe. The rules are simple: everything has to be for sale, and all works have to be wired in order to be hung on the walls. If you are interested in showing your work, or know someone who is, please email me at cnpaaa@shaw.ca for more information. Crowsnest Pass Symphony Orchestra’s spring concert is Wednesday, May 8 at 7:30 p.m at Horace Allen School. This concert will also feature young artists Kiera Wheelock, Rachel Park, Jasmine Sydora and Nathan Sydora. Admission is $10 for adults, and free for school-aged children. Krisztina Wood Crowsnest Pass Allied Arts Association

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Canadian Pickers star Sheldon Smithens is a huge fan of the Livingstone Ladies Social Club, and is helping them celebrate their 100th birthday. He’ll be at Heritage Acres, near Pincher Creek, on May 11 to share stories and trends. He will also

Outer photos courtesy of Sheldon Smithens, centre photo by Brenda Shenton auction off the two quilts shown above by club members Jo-Anne Elliott, left, and Shelley Maloff. Sheldon’s wife, Theresa, (shown with him at left) became a member of the group after the couple purchased a home in the Porcupine Hills.

Canadian Pickers star helps out the Livingstone Ladies By Shannon Robin

Members of the Livingstone Ladies Social Club are gearing up to celebrate 100 years of women supporting one another and their communities, in June. That’s a pretty impressive milestone! To help offset the cost of their anniversary tea and dinner, the group has teamed up with Heritage Acres Farm Museum and with Sheldon Smithens, star of television’s Canadian Pickers, for a day of deals, steals and fun. Heritage Acres will host its second annual community garage sale May 11, starting at 9 a.m. More than 30 tables have already been booked and you can expect to find antiques, crafts and garage sale items of all kinds. Sheldon will give his presentation in the barn loft at 11 a.m. He plans to share stories from Canadian Pickers and offer a brief question and answer session.

Sheldon will also conduct a short, fun auction sale to generate a few dollars for the Livingstone Ladies. On the auction block will be the two quilts shown above, a handmade tablecloth crocheted by Betty Heppner, a piece of artwork created for the event by Judy Trafford, and a basket overflowing with homemade items like pickles and jams, crocheted doilies, a braided rug, a table runner and even some fresh baked goods. The quilts represent a tradition of the group. Every year the women work together to create a quilt, and one lucky gal’s name is drawn as the recipient. The quilts are cherished tokens of the friendship and service shared by the women, and the two up for auction are unique treasures. While Sheldon is also known for his work with Antiques Roadshow and his appraisal expertise, this event is a presentation only. Leave your knickknacks at home and come to hear his stories and advice on trends with antiques. He’ll also be

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happy to pose for pictures and sign autographs. Heritage Acres is generously offering free admission to the farm museum in conjunction with the garage sale, so once the show has concluded you’ll still be able to keep yourself busy for the rest of the day. Executive director Bill Kells says the response to Sheldon’s show has been phenomenal, and anticipates the garage sale will turn into a social day on many levels. Lunch will be available and there are some amazing displays to see at Heritage Acres. “We’re really looking forward to partnering with them,” Bill says. “By doing this, it’s going to bring even more people.” Bill says he’s been asked what a garage sale has to do with the museum. “It has everything to do with community, and it’s important for museums to be relevant in the community,” he says. “It also Continued on page 4

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SHELDON, continued from page 3 brings people out to the site who might not come otherwise, and hopefully they’ll come back again.” Bill points out that while museum artifacts are not for sale, you just never know what the vendors might bring along. The agricultural theme ties everything together – the Livingstone Ladies, Heritage Acres and Sheldon Smithens. There’s more to this story than a celebrity receiving an invitation to speak at a small-town event – Sheldon and his wife, Theresa, own a home in the Porcupine Hills. Shirley Mowatt, a 55-year member of Livingstone Ladies, invited her new neighbour to join the group about four years ago, and both Sheldon and Theresa enjoy the social benefits of the community group. “I just rave about the good work the ladies do,” Sheldon says. “For a group to survive 100 years and still be relevant is pretty amazing when you think about it. What they do knits such a strong fabric in the community.” “We love the area and, better than that, we love our neighbours because everyone is so friendly,” he says. “I was delighted when I was asked to do the show, especially in light of the 100th anniversary.” Sheldon often tells people that he and Theresa work in Calgary but live in the Porcupine Hills

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because that’s where their hearts are. They also point out how welcoming their neighbours treated them as newcomers. If you’re not familiar with Canadian Pickers, you can catch Sheldon and his partner Scott Cozens on the History Channel, or visit www. canadianpickers.com . Sheldon will also be interviewed on Mountain Radio on May 8 if you’d like to learn more about the show, now in its fourth season. While Sheldon’s television notoriety is fairly recent, he’s well known nationally for his expertise on antiques, as he carries on a tradition started by his grandparents. “It truly is reality TV,” Sheldon says. “What you see is what you get, and nothing is staged.” The producers are always looking for people with merchandise, but also for people with character, and this makes the show both fun and interesting to watch. Sheldon and Scott purchase items with their own cash, and occasionally there are bummer deals, but the majority turn out OK. Once while on a ferry between Vancouver Island and the mainland, they noticed a fellow carrying a bag with a native carving sticking out the top. In minutes the cameras were rolling and Sheldon had purchased all 11 items the artist had with him.

Several hummingbirds from this purchase have been given to Sheldon and Theresa’s new neighbours here. Sheldon has put the recognition that comes from being on national television to good use. “I’ve really taken a lot of pride in the hundreds of benefit auctions, both large and small, I’ve helped with,” he says. “I like being able to use my talents and notoriety to help my community.” Proceeds from Sheldon’s show and auction will help offset costs to put on the 100th anniversary tea on June 1. Club treasurer Lynn Bell says the celebration will be open to the public at no charge. “We really appreciate him doing this fundraiser for us,” says club president Jo-Anne Elliott. “We really didn’t have any other ideas, then Sheldon volunteered and we knew it would be a good seller.” Lynn says tickets are starting to sell. The group voted that members would pay admission, so even Theresa will be paying to see her husband. Only 200 tickets are available for Sheldon’s show, so it’s a wise choice to get yours in advance as there is no guarantee there will be tickets at the door. You can call Lynn Bell at 403-628-2764 or drop by the office of Robin & Co. Chartered Accountant and Shootin’ the Breeze in Pincher Creek. Tickets are $5 each.

St. Michael’s students get a taste of famine

By Brad Quarin “The only real symptom that I Famine hit St. Michael’s School felt was a headache,” Emily says. in Pincher Creek for 24 hours in late “It was funny how they started March – with positive results. to run out of steam in the evening,” A donation of about $1,800 to the Diana says. Everyone went to bed local food bank was made recently, early. raised in a 24-hour famine by around The famine ended with pan33 students, mostly in Grades 6 to cakes and bacon the next morning, 10. Their success exceeded expectabut even then the kids didn’t eat too tions, says teacher Diana Smith. much and felt full quickly, Diana “It was definitely a group idea,” says. says Grade 8 student Isabelle Looking back at their efforts, Charette, who’s on student council. Isabelle says, “It was really cool.” Her sister had taken part in a “It was difficult,” Darci says, similar famine with a youth group. but the girls had a positive learning “I thought it would be cool to do it experience. “It was a good opporfor the food bank. We just wanted tunity to see what other people are Photo courtesy of Diana Smith something to do extra for Easter.” going through every day,” Emily Diana explains this was the Students from St. Michael’s School in Pincher Creek show social spirit says. school’s first famine fundraiser in through a 24-hour famine to raise about $1,800 for the local food bank. The girls can imagine doing a seven years. While in the past these famine again someday, likely raising Each student participating needed a pledge of were done for groups like World the minimum individual pledge from $25. “And at least $25 from friends and family, Emily says. Vision, this time the donation went straight to the now that we know what it’s like, we can prepare As Diana notes, some students raised more, up food bank in the form of Co-op gift cards. a little bit better,” Emily says. Darci thinks the to $130 or $140, and the school staff contributed Student councillor Darci Ouellette recounts famine could be longer, and as Diana notes, in $200. Isabelle had a pledge of $100. The final how they canvassed fellow students to find out the past people did 30-hour famines which were total of around $1,800 was more than the $500 or if anyone was interested, then made posters and much more difficult. $1,000 they were expecting. decided on a date. They booked the school, since Jorah Yellow Horn of the food bank says they After breakfast on Friday, the famine began the students would spend the night there, says appreciate the students’ efforts “very, very much.” at 8 a.m. The fast was made more difficult when a student councillor Emily Wittkopf. When the food bank runs out of “essentials” Grade 5 girl made popcorn in the school microDarci, Emily and Isabelle had never been like tomato sauce and peanut butter, they have to wave after school, Diana says. involved in a famine before, and they feel it was be purchased, so the donations they’ve received Time was passed watching movies and playing fairly easy to find other students willing to take from Pincher Creek groups help. “We really games in the gym. According to Darci, the hunger part. Many were intrigued by “the whole idea of appreciate them,” Jorah says. didn’t get to them until later, when headaches and staying over at school and trying not to eat for a The community will likely be grateful as well. grumpiness set in. However, the water helped. whole 24 hours,” Darci says.

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Boston experience gives the Robinsons a new outlook By Brad Quarin was among the crowd while Al Not even terrorism could stop ran. Twelve kilometres in, Al’s leg a Crowsnest Pass couple’s efforts cramped, slowing him down. But to give the Philippines a new since he took part in a big event orphanage. and crossed the finish line, he When two bombs exploded considers it a great race. at the 2013 Boston Marathon and It was only eight minutes after killed three people on April 15, Al crossed the finish line that Al and Kari-Anne Robinson were tragedy struck. The bombs went there for their fundraiser. They off, not far from where Kari-Anne returned home safe. was. “We feel really blessed to be “I heard the bombs, and spared any harm,” Kari-Anne says. later saw a little bit of chaos with Al was running in the police, ambulance trying to get to marathon to raise awareness for the site,” Kari-Anne says. She saw his cause, a fundraiser to build an a woman trying to pass the barriorphanage in the Philippines. He cade to get to her kids at the finish is still accepting donations until line. “Something’s going on, this is May 15. bad, people are hurt.” She was still The Robinsons wanted to raise on the scene when she heard one $55,000 and since Christmas have person was killed. Photo by Brad Quarin raised $18,000. “A little short, but From two blocks away, Al saw Kari-Anne and Al Robinson of Crowsnest Pass are safe at home with a new 18,000’s better than nothing,” Al smoke. Security got many people, outlook on life after experiencing the terrorist attack at the Boston Marasays. including Al and Kari-Anne, to thon two weeks ago. Al participated in the race while Kari-Anne cheered “We’re grateful for anything, leave without paying for parking. him on from the sidelines. and everything,” Kari-Anne says. After returning to the hotel, Al, To support the school in Guatemala, Al ran There’s no one else raising funds like many others, saw most of the in five-kilometre and 10-kilometre races. The for this orphanage. sights of the bombing on TV. school is now complete, so the Robinsons have Al is a pastor at Crowsnest Community A week later, the Robinsons had seen a turned their attention to the new project in the Christian Centre in Coleman, and it was lot of TV coverage. Like many people, Al Philippines. through the church that he knew locals Mike was amazed when the authorities shut down Al’s decision to run in a marathon came and Connie Gordon. Three years ago, the Boston, and Kari-Anne felt relief when suspect Gordons left Crowsnest Pass for the Philippines with few pledges, and it was mainly meant Dzhokhar Tsarnaev was caught. They credit the to “raise awareness that there are kids that with Frontline Ministries. public for contributing video evidence. are super-needy,” Kari-Anne says. “They’re As missionaries co-operating with the Al was touched by the incident, but doesn’t abandoned.” Philippines government, the Gordons meet think he feels the tragedy much deeper than Al’s reason for choosing the Boston numerous homeless kids and are involved in most of the public. He says they would have Marathon was simple. “It’s probably the most providing them with transition houses, food, felt a lot different if their kids or grandkids had well-known marathon in the world,” he says. clothing and education, Al says. After talking been there. It seemed a good fit for such an enormous with Mike, Al considered this an excellent “I don’t think there’s words to explain the project. cause to support. There’s a religious component fact that I was there,” Kari-Anne says. “Reality’s People were made aware of the Boston run in the Gordons’ education, and Al wants to sinking in.” five months in advance, and the Robinsons set help people with spiritual needs. “That’s natuShe feels the incident has had an impact up a Facebook page called Crossing the Finish rally who we are.” on her outlook on life. She survived leukemia Line Together. On Twitter they used the name The Robinsons are no strangers to internayears ago and calls that experience and the one Run55Plus, because Al had turned 55 and tional charities. For the last 10 years, they’ve in Boston “a wake-up call” to enjoy life. been going to Guatemala to help build a school. would run in the category for ages 55 and up. “We’re not guaranteed tomorrow,” Al says. Kari-Anne and Al arrived in Boston five “When we were in that country, that’s what To contribute to their cause, send a donadays before the marathon, and made a vacation really opened our eyes to the needs around the tion to CCCC, care of Al Robinson, at Box out of it. They had never been to Boston before. 1001 in Coleman, T0K 0M0. All of the money world and how people live in poverty,” Al says. “Beautiful city. Loved it,” Al says. Helping became important to him and Karigoes to assist the kids of the Philippines. On the day of the marathon, Kari-Anne Anne personally.

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Livingstone grads are good friends

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By Brad Quarin It’s an exciting time for 17 students of Livingstone School in Lundbreck. Their high school graduation will be celebrated on Friday evening at the Pincher Creek Community Hall, marking new chapters in their lives. The ceremonies may be all the more meaningful given the bond between the Grade 12 students and staff. Forthcoming graduate Gabi Feller describes the 2013 class as “a big family, we all get along.” Graduating with her friends makes the occasion very exciting. “We’re all good friends,” says Grade 12 student Taran Findlater. The students have known each other for a long time. Administrative assistant Tanya Douglas, who’s deeply involved in planning the graduation, feels much the same way. She’s been at Livingstone School for nearly 23 years. “I’ve seen a lot of children come in, to kindergarten, and then go all the way to Grade 12, so it’s really rewarding,” she says. “I also feel like I’m one of their parents.” In line with the old practices of Livingstone School, Tanya helps with the grad ceremonies in various ways behind the scenes, mainly with respect to finances. However, she says it’s the grads themselves who plan most of it. “Each year is so different,” she says, as different graduating classes have different priorities. This year, the students are concerned mainly with the grad banquet. To help pay for that banquet and the rest of grad, the Grade 12 students had an Italian fundraiser in December that did well, Tanya says. When Friday comes, the staff will make breakfast for the grads at the school, and the students will watch videos shot when they were in kindergarten. Those videos may cover field trips and interviews with the students, Tanya says. About seven of the grads have been at Livingstone School since kindergarten. The students will then prepare the community hall and have their pictures taken. The banquet, catered by Chris’ Restaurant in Coleman, begins at 5 p.m., while speeches are given. It’s the Grade 11 students who serve the food, and they will receive donations from the grads for next year. The handing out of the traditional pins comes with a twist unique to Livingstone School. Assistant principal Mary Krizan requires each grad to do something mildly embarrassing, like sing or dance. “It’s kind of like a roast up on stage,” Tanya says. “It’s all in fun.” She describes the class of 2013 an “eclectic” bunch, with some skilled in arts, sports or academics. Taran describes the class as mature. He has had an interest in drama, but there’s been less of that this year and more of a focus on grades, he says. After graduating, Taran wants a summer job and then an education in welding. He’s looking forward to starting a career. “It’s just another step in life,” he says, and he’s “not really too nervous.” Gabi says she likes to stay active and have fun, and is on the school’s volleyball and basketball teams. She says Livingstone School has a “strong team this year” in basketball. After high school, Gabi wants to work for a year and take some online business classes with SAIT. For now, though, it’s time to celebrate.

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Catch Elliot and Alexandra in Anne of Green Gables at the Empress

By Shannon Robin Elliot says his pasThe story of Anne sion for acting began Shirley, written by through Christmas plays Canadian author Lucy at church. “I’ve done it Maud Montgomery, is three years in a row and one that has delighted I love acting in it,” the generations of readers. 13-year-old says. Alexandra Morgan Elliot plays the role and Elliot Nemeth of of Moody McPherson, Pincher Creek are memwhom he describes bers of a cast of 29 adults as “the half-wit of the and youth bringing the kids.” This involves story to life this weekend spoken parts and chorus at the Empress Theatre in singing. Fort Macleod. “It’s kind of ironic Alexandra plays the for me to get that role of Diana, Anne’s best part because I’m the Photo by Shannon Robin friend, which involves opposite,” he says. “It solo, duet and ensemble provides a challenge Elliot Nemeth and Alexandra Morgan are singing, along with spobecause I’m playing ready to shine on stage at the Empress Theken lines. a totally different atre in Fort Macleod this weekend and next. Now 16, Alexandra personality.” started vocal lessons when she was in Grade He says the highlight of the show, from the 6. She also has taken a few acting classes, perspective of his character, comes in Act 2, Scene sings musical theatre on a competitive level in 2. You’ll have to attend a showing to see exactly music festivals, dances and figure skates. “I’ve what he’s talking about. done a mix of stuff that has helped me to build With opening night drawing near, Elliot confidence on stage, but this is my first full-out admits he’s nervous but says the audience will get production,” she says. lots of laughs through his portrayal of Moody. Prior to earning the role through an audition He’s been working hard at drawing out his lines to process, Alexandra had never read the book. make his character hilarious. “I didn’t know the story, but it was kind of nice “He’s so apt,” Erin says of Elliot. He’s always at because I was able to build the character based on rehearsals, knows his lines and is ready to get on the rest of the cast and my own impressions,” she his cue.” says. “Diana is such a free spirit and she thinks She also appreciates Elliot’s willingness to help Anne is so amazing.” backstage and to be part of things. “I picked up on the singing very quickly Travelling to rehearsals has been a bit of a because that’s what I’m used to, but pushing out challenge, and both Elliot and Alexandra have how I want to portray Diana has been hard,” missed out on other things to be involved in the she adds. “Learning how to add emotion and to community theatre production. “That’s OK,” Elliot control the volume of my speech are the tiny parts says. “This is a once in a lifetime experience – at that make it so much better. It’s awesome to have least I view it that way.” such a supportive teacher, and to be in a room All roles were filled by audition, with particifull of people who enjoy music and want to act is pation from adults and youth from Lethbridge to really, really fun. It’s inspiring when all of the cast Pincher Creek to Claresholm. “It was a hard decigets together.” sion because so many people came out,” Erin says. Director Erin Bourke Henderson says “In the end we have a perfect cast. As a director I Alexandra is perfect to play the role of Diana. couldn’t be more thrilled. It makes my job really “Alexandra’s soft-spokenness in real life is easy.” surprising because she sings like an angel,” Erin There has been live theatre over the summer says. “She’s just coming into the acting world and months in Fort Macleod, but Erin says it’s been I think she has a future in it – she’s a natural.” decades since there was community theatre. “It’s Erin says those who are interested really soak gone over really well which shows there’s a need it up, referring to the direction they receive from and a want for it.” herself in acting and from Laura Glover in music. Everything has been done on a volunteer basis “The cast get to work with adults who’ve worked with costuming and set building has been done as in theatre all their life and this creates a great economically as possible. Erin is grateful for the educational environment,” she says. “They get to many donors who have also helped to fund the be in the play and work with the best – the kids project. “The stars have just all kind of lined up are basically getting lessons for free!” and I think it’s just going to grow,” she says. “Alexandra is really workable,” Erin adds. “She Alexandra feels there’s nothing like live thefollowed direction and was really eager. Her and atre as far as getting involved with the emotion of Anne (played by Camille Blott of Claresholm) the production, and she encourages everyone to play really good together which is exactly the way check out the show. it should be.” Tickets are $10.

A year in review from the Pincher Creek Curling Club By Michelle Visser Pincher Creek Curling Club’s season had several highlights. Nine Tuesday night men’s league teams took to the ice Nov. 5 and, short of one game, played a double round robin. First place went to the Francis Cyr team, second place to the Dave Pletz team. Wednesday and Thursday nights had 16 mixed league teams. First place went to the John Taylor team and a close second to the Francis Cyr team. Both leagues had a mix of seasoned and new curlers, and great fun was had by all. We had several young people come through our doors this season. Angela Walters had eight kids in Little Rocks, where players between the ages of eight and 18 get together and learn to curl. There was great participation for the schools also. Matthew Halton had all their junior and senior high classes come at three different times, with about 135 students each time. They also had a mixed team and a girls’ team that practised twice a week under the coaching of Jill Klapp. St. Mike’s had their senior high classes come, with about 47 students, two or three times. They also had a girls’ team, coached by Lana Zoratti and Kyle Williams. Pincher Creek Colony brought 40 students for most of a day to give it a try. In addition to league play, the club hosted several bonspiels. It started with a funspiel and cabaret organized by Jessie Nelson, held the last weekend of October. It was a perfect start to the season. Jan. 25 and 26 was the combo spiel with eight men’s and eight women’s teams, including out-of-town teams from Fort Macleod and Crowsnest Pass. Two weeks later, businesses, friends and families put together 18 teams to join in a friendly little competition at the Town and Country Bonspiel, a weeklong event. March 1 and 2 was the last bonspiel, with 12 teams, including one from Fort Macleod. Overall, it was a great season, and we would like to thank all our volunteers and supporters who made it possible. You rock!

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HUDDLESTUN Senior Citizens News

By Joyce McFarland Last week I saw a girl downtown in short shorts and her legs were blue with cold. Our old neighbour Ted Stenson kept his parka handy until after the May storm, and in the north of England the old shepherds said “Ne’er cast a clout (warm clothes) ’til May be out.” I’m going to stick with the old-timers and will be happy to eat crow if I get to write another column in June. The seniors centre was busy every week during April. The noon soup and a bun, hosted by John Goluk, was a success story and netted $62 for our general fund. It’s a friendly, easy mealtime with many kinds of games to follow, unless you have to rush away for a root canal or to watch the grandchildren or something. Fifteen people played at the mid-month bingo. Barb Johnston won the 50-50 draw and Joe Bruder won the $20 jackpot. There were eight other $5 winners. Art was the caller and Virginia was the boss organizer. Smooth operation. Ladies’ night on the 13th was just that, with cards, snacks and visiting until all hours. We plan to do this once a month. The thing runs itself, it’s free and all ladies are welcome. Bring something for a snack if you are in the mood. Crib on the 18th was kinda special because it was Vernie’s birthday. She brought an angel food cake, baked with her own lily-white hands, for coffee time. She also won first prize for the crib game and her husband washed the dishes; I kid you not. The crib tournament on April 20 was a super-good event organized by Marion Smith and her helpers, and we played with the same partners all day. Leny won the booby prize with her granddaughter Lisa, and Jack Rumsey took home $35 from the 50-50. Third prize went to Kim and Virginia, and second to newcomers Elaine Appleby and Lillian Casey. First prize, for an almost perfect score, went to Marina and her friend Carolyn from Coaldale (the only out-of-town player). They received $40 each. The money winners, of course, were happier than all get out, but everybody was more than pleased at the lunch break when Carol served lasagna, salad and homemade bread followed by one of her fantastic desserts. The May calendars are on the table at the centre, so please take note of the month’s special events. June Spak will serve soup and a bun at noon on Tuesday, May 14 – a nice lunch for $4, and a sociable afternoon. The board meeting will be held on the following Tuesday. No frills, just hard work planning for June, with president Leny Mace delegating the jobs. Please be a willing, paid-up member and volunteer. Leaving the best to the last, you are cordially invited to our Mother’s Day tea on Saturday, May 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. The price is $5. There will be fancy sandwiches, good china, door prizes and everything. The volunteer hostesses are going to put their best foot forward, and I have been told to behave myself, so it promises to be a lovely afternoon and a tribute to our wonderful mothers.

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Good hands in memory of Cecil From left, Susie Peterson, Lorriene Chapman, Audrey Branson and Donna Elliott enjoy a game of cards at the annual Cecil Shenton Memorial Crib Tournament held at the Pincher Creek Legion last weekend. It’s tough to say who’s winning this hand, but in the end Lorriene and Audrey came out on top with a score of 948 in the eight-game round robin. They beat out 27 other teams to take the title this year. Organizer Lorne Pultz says it was a great turnout.

Photo courtesy of Diane Bowen-Oczkowski

Cowley Lions promote literacy and volunteerism in a big way! In 2013, Lions clubs around the world were challenged to promote literacy in their communities, and the Cowley Lions have outdone themselves. The group donated $1,500 to the Pincher Creek Early Childhood Team to advance community literacy and volunteerism. The money was used to purchase over 200 children’s books, which are being distributed throughout the community, and volunteer T-shirts with the slogan “Have you played with your child today?” Standing, from left, are Sandy Dickson (Early Childhood Mapping Coalition) and Lions members Jim Whyte, George Dowson, John Sinnott, Arnold Nelson, Millie Loeffler, Sharone Melvin, Russ Rowledge, Marion Johnson, Harriet McCollister, Lorna MacKinnon, Edith Evans and Carol Walter. In front are Diane Bowen-Oczkowski, Earl Johnson, Katarina Oczkowski, Terrence Oczkowski and Dave Glen. You can join the Lions at the Purina Walk for Dog Guides in Pincher Creek this Sunday. Registration is at the arena at 1:30 p.m., with the walk at 2. Please call 403-627-5428 if you’d like more information or to participate.

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Coleman Legion gets medieval on Saturday By Brad Quarin The Coleman Legion is going medieval on Crowsnest Pass this Saturday, in the latest of a series of themed dinners designed to draw more people to the Legion. Veteran Ken Kirkpatrick and secretarytreasurer Debby Greenwood are planning the medieval banquet, complete with decorations and costumes that will take guests back to the Middle Ages. “It’s something different,” Debby says. “Rather than put on a traditional Legion banquet – what you think of as traditional, where your food’s on a long table – it’s the theme that we’re going after, more than just the food.” “Nobody else does them,” Ken says. While dinners are common, Ken and Debby came up with the idea of themed dinners for the Coleman Legion. “The Legion was kind of stagnate for a while, we just came up with ideas to help get things going,” Ken says. They figured a medieval theme would be fun. The event is open to the public, including the Legion’s regulars. It’s mostly adults interested

in these banquets, and there will be liquor. The $20 tickets were sold until last Saturday, with the money going toward food costs and to the Legion. Roast chicken, roast potatoes, parsnips and dessert will be served. “People will not go away hungry,” Debby says. “But the twist is, of course, with it being a medieval dinner, you will be eating it with your hands.” “They have to learn to leave their manners at the door,” Ken says. “When you eat with your fingers, it really isn’t that dainty.” They have an experienced cook making the dinner. “These kinds of things, you get all kinds of volunteers,” Debby says. The event will feature games and jousting, when two people on a cardboard horse will put a spear through a ring, Ken explains. The loser of one game will be made court jester, and two other people will be crowned as king and queen. There will also be prizes for costumes. The Legion basement itself will be costumed as a castle, with flags, banners, candles and a cardboard suit of armour. The medieval banquet is the third themed

Photo by Brad Quarin Ken Kirkpatrick and Debby Greenwood are busy planning a medieval-themed dinner for Saturday night.

dinner. The first was Italian, with bistro decorations and Italian food and music, and the second was a mystery dinner, in which guests had to guess the theme. The theme was Finding Nemo, with the food named after things from the movie. The Legion didn’t actually serve clownfish. The first dinner brought in about 50 people and the second drew about 27. They can take in as many as 70, Ken says. The next themed dinner at the Coleman Legion is a Hawaiian luau and pig roast on June 8.

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Mark Your Calendar Events and Entertainment – Full details are available in the Breeze online calendar – www.shootinthebreeze.ca Thursday, May 2 – Anne of Green Gables - 7 p.m. at Empress Theatre in Fort Macleod – Coffee & conversation for ESL learners - 5 p.m. at Mrs. P’s (Ranchland Mall) in Pincher Creek – Pincher Creek Dolphins Swim Club rookie week - 4 p.m. at the pool Friday, May 3 – Anne of Green Gables - 7 p.m. at Empress Theatre in Fort Macleod – Livingstone School grad breakfast - 8 a.m at the school in Lundbreck – Livingstone School graduation - banquet at 5 p.m. followed by exercises at Pincher Creek Community Hall – Pincher Creek Dolphins Swim Club rookie week - 4 p.m. at the pool – Job search boot camp - 9 a.m. at Provincial Building in Pincher Creek Saturday, May 4 – Last Calf Cabaret - 8:30 p.m. at Twin Butte Community Hall – Kids’ Discovery Day in Pincher Creek – Running club - 9:30 a.m. at Monster Fitness in

Pincher Creek – Parent Link: My Dad/Uncle/Grandpa & Me! - 10 a.m. at Pincher Creek town hall gym – Anne of Green Gables - 7 p.m. at Empress Theatre in Fort Macleod – Flea Market - 9 a.m. at Ranchland Mall in Pincher Creek – Highway Cleanup Event - 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. across Alberta Sunday, May 5 – Lions Walk for Dog Guides - 1:30 p.m. at Pincher Creek arena Monday, May 6 – Friends of St. Michael’s meeting - 7 p.m. at the school in Pincher Creek – Bellecrest Community Association meeting - 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Miners Club – Town council meeting - 6 p.m. in Pincher Creek – Whist - 1:30 p.m. at Huddlestun Senior Centre in Pincher Creek Tuesday, May 7 – Search & Rescue meeting - 7 p.m. at Pincher Creek firehall

– “Hassle-Free Shopping With Children” parent discussion group - 6 p.m. at Adult Learning Centre in Ranchland Mall, Pincher Creek – Mixed league golf registration - 5:30 p.m. at the Pro Shop in Pincher Creek – Coleman Community Society - 7:30 p.m. at Coleman Legion – Crowsnest Pass municipal council meeting - 7 p.m. in Coleman – Friends of the Library used book donation dropoff - 5 pm. at Ranchland Mall in Pincher Creek Wednesday, May 8 – Friends of the Library used book sale - 9 a.m. at Ranchland Mall in Pincher Creek – Crowsnest Pass Symphony & young artists spring concert - 7:30 p.m. at Horace Allen School in Coleman – SASCI-sponsored Governance Training for Non-Profits workshop - 9 a.m. at Heritage Inn, Pincher Creek – Chinook Area Land Users Association AGM - 7 p.m. at Twin Butte Hall

Weekly Early Childhood, Youth and School Activities Published first and third weeks each month. Adult and senior activities published second and last weeks each month. – Parent Link playgroup - Mon. 9 a.m. at 688 Main St., Pincher Creek – Parent Link new & expecting moms group Mon. 1 p.m. at 688 Main St., Pincher Creek – Air cadets - Mon. 6:30 p.m. at Elks Hall in Blairmore – Parent Link 3, 2, 1, Play - Mon. & Wed. 10:30 a.m. at Horace Allen School in Coleman – C.N.P. indoor playground - Mon. to Thurs. 9:30 a.m. at MDM Centre in Bellevue – Parent Link SPICE playgroup - Mon. to Thurs. 9 a.m. at Horace Allen School in Coleman – Parent Link & Brighter Futures Move, Groove & Explore - Tues. 10 a.m. at Pincher Creek United Church – Parent Link craft time - Tues. 10:30 a.m. at Horace Allen School in Coleman – Brighter Futures Preschool Picassos - Tues. 10:30

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– Parent Link & Brighter Futures Gymtastics Thurs. 10 a.m. at Pincher Creek town hall gym – Parent Link fun time - Thurs. 10:30 a.m. at Horace Allen School in Coleman – Brighter Futures Move & Groove - Fri. 9:30 a.m. at MDM Centre in Bellevue – Brighter Futures Kids on the Move - Fri. 11 a.m. at MDM Centre in Bellevue – After-school arts program - Fri. 2 p.m. at Lebel Mansion in Pincher Creek – Parent Link Lego league - Fri. 3 p.m. at Pincher Creek pool – Fun Fridays at the library - 1st & 3rd of the month - 2 p.m. in Blairmore * Detailed information can be found in the online calendar at www.shootinthebreeze.ca

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A Nest of Needles has a new home

By Brad Quarin A Nest of Needles, a Crowsnest Pass store with a niche in yarn and notions, has a new location this month. The wool shop, run by Linda Sigsworth and supported by dedicated regulars and friends, moved from Coleman to downtown Blairmore. The store is a resource for southwestern Alberta, with the closest similar stores being in Lethbridge and Fernie, Linda says. Her business offers products from around the world, including Japan, Peru – and Pincher Creek. Along with wool and yarn, the store sells needles, buttons and books about knitting. It’s also a unique place because of the women who patronize it. “They’ve made this place special,” Linda says. “I like to say it’s a safe place to come.” Wednesday afternoons are “stitch and chat” time at the store’s kitchen table, and the ladies can talk about anything. “What happens at the wool shop stays in the wool shop,” Linda says, laughing. Often about 10 women come to the stitch and chat, including some regulars. Some who come have dealt with cancer and find support at A Nest of Needles, she says. It’s mostly women, from various age groups, who shop at the store. “People always thought it was just an old ladies’ activity, but it’s getting more and more that younger people are knitting,” Linda says. “I’ve got all walks of life.” She’d

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Linda Sigsworth, owner of A Nest of Needles

like to see more young customers, ages eight and up. Some women come into the store just for “a fix,” wandering about the store and feeling the yarn, she says. Linda has been knitting since she was little, learning from her mom. “So I’ve always had a passion for knitting, crocheting, sewing,” she says, finding it creative and relaxing. “Basically, any time I sit down, I put needles in my hand.” She is from the Edmonton area and had a career in office and clerical work. When her husband retired, they came to Crowsnest Pass in 2004. A Nest of Needles, started by Sandra Mullen,

was open for five years in downtown Coleman. Linda came for the stitch and chat, and became friends with Sandra. When Sandra needed parttime help, she turned to Linda. Then, about a year ago, Sandra put the store up for sale. “I wasn’t really looking for a new career,” Linda says. “I couldn’t see the shop close.” She had never run a store, so taking over A Nest of Needles was “a whole new learning experience.” A year later, things are going well. However, Linda opted to move the store for better exposure. “We have to face the fact that Blairmore, 20th Avenue, is the shopping centre of the municipality,” she says. The new location, at 12921 20th Ave., gets more traffic and is also closer to her Hillcrest home. With the new location opening, there is a sale on most of the products and coffee is always available. Linda is considering being open more hours. Currently, the store is closed Sunday to Tuesday. She’s also thinking of offering more classes, maybe during lunchtime. Classes are now held Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings, and Linda and a couple other women teach people to knit or crochet or do more advanced work. Unlike the stitch and chat, there are fees for the classes, to cover the teachers’ expenses. Linda hopes to continue A Nest of Needles “as long as there’s people knitting, crocheting.”

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Are you prepared for an emergency? Emergency Preparedness Week will be marked with demonstrations by Pincher Creek Emergency Services and Search and Rescue on Friday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Police Avenue between the Provincial Building and 7-Eleven will be closed for the event. There will be displays by other emergency organizations. Come join us for music, fun activities, food and a chance to chat with emergency responders about the importance of being prepared for an emergency. During Emergency Preparedness Week, May 5 to 11, Canadians are encouraged to take three simple steps to become better prepared to face a range of emergencies:

* Know the risks – Although the consequences of disasters can be similar, knowing the risks specific to our community and our region can help you better prepare. * Make a plan – It will help you and your family know what to do. * Get an emergency kit – During an emergency, we will all need some basic supplies. We may need to get by without power or tap water. Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours in an emergency, while rescue workers help those in urgent need. Visit www.GetPrepared.ca for more resources to help you and your family prepare for all types of emergencies.

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June 5 – Piikani Nation Secondary School

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We do U.S. tax returns! • Financial Statement Preparation • Corporate Tax Returns • Accounting and Computer Consulting • Setup of Computer or Manual Accounting Systems • Tax, Financial and Estate Planning • Computerized Monthly/Quarterly Bookkeeping, Payroll and GST • Business Consulting and Planning Business Valuations

• Final Returns and T3 Returns • Will Planning Including Tax Analysis of Property Transfers

• Income Tax Preparation • Retirement and Estate Planning • Investment Analysis - Basic education including advice on some of the tools used to evaluate investments, discussion of diversiﬁcation, risk and rate of return, and various alternative types of investments including tax analysis • Tax Planning Including Income Splitting and Investment Products to Reduce Tax Payable • Tax Estimates for Current or Future Years • Lease vs. Purchase Analysis • Loan/Mortgage Analysis • Insurance Planning • Education Funding and Alternatives • Planning After Separation or Divorce

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Kananaskis Pro Rodeo

Chelsea Stokke, Miss Rodeo Pincher Creek, sets the stage for trick rider Shelby Cummings Photo by Brad Quarin

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KPR volunteer Kennedy Blakey of Crowsnest Pass during the mutton busting Photo by Brad Quarin

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Tristen Newton and Lily Ran show off their ribbons after mutton busting at the rodeo Photo by Brad Quarin

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Walk with the Lions on Sunday

Last week at the volunteer luncheon, Earl Johnson of the Cowley Lions Club was busy promoting (among other things) the local Walk for Dog Guides, which takes place this Sunday, starting at the arena in Pincher Creek. Walkers are welcome to bring their canine friends. Photo by Brenda Shenton

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FREE Parenting Discussion Groups

Managing Fighting and Agression Tuesday, April 16 – 6 to 8 p.m. Hassle-free Shopping with Children Tuesday, May 7 – 6 to 8 p.m.

We will spend two hours discussing these topics in a relaxed group session. Your practitioner will give you tips and suggestions for dealing with your child’s problem behaviour. You’ll also receive a takehome workbook with simple exercises and information to help you implement your new strategies at home.

Call Pincher Creek Adult Learning Centre to register at 403-627-4478 * Childcare is provided *

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1. Name the group that had a hit with “Baby I Need Your Loving.” 2. Which female artist released “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue”? 3. Who released the single “Little Jeannie,” and what was on the b-side? 4. Which artist released the single “Alphabet St.”? 5. Name the song that contains this lyric: “I met him at the candy store. He turned around and smiled at me. You get the picture?” Answers 1. The Four Tops, in 1964. Many others have covered the song, including Johnny Rivers with a slower version in 1967, and the duo of Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell in 1969. 2. Crystal Gayle, in 1977. It almost didn’t happen, as the song’s composer was in the middle of a deal with another artist. 3. Elton John, in 1980. “Conquer the Sun” was on the b-side. Oddly enough, one version of the sleeve for the single spells the title as “Little Jeanie.” 4. Prince, in 1988. It was the first Prince single released as a CD 5. “Leader of the Pack,” by the ShangriLas in 1964. The song required 63 takes, as none of the music was written down. According to legend, to add the opening sound, a motorcycle was driven into the building.

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1. Is the book of James in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From 2 Samuel 18:18, who erected a memorial to himself because he did not have a son? Onesimus, Absalom, Spartacus, Isaiah 3. Where is Satan called “the spirit that worketh in the children of disobedience”? Galatians 1, Ephesians 2, Colossians 3, Titus 4 4. What widowed prophetess was 84 years old on seeing the young Jesus in the temple? Anna, Jezebel, Hagar, Abigail 5. Which of these books foretold of the Messiah being born in Bethlehem? Ezra, 1 Kings, Amos, Micah 6. From Genesis 35:22, how many sons did Jacob have? 1, 3, 6, 12 ANSWERS: 1) New; 2) Absalom; 3) Ephesians 2; 4) Anna; 5) Micah; 6) 12 Comments? More Trivia? Visit www. TriviaGuy.com (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

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