Inseine february 2017

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February 2017

An Evening of Successful Paintings “It was amazing to see how each piece [was] created...”

The Ste. Anne Lions Club hosted their very first evening of painting in Ste. Anne.

The evening was instructed by local artist and Lions Club member Rick McPherson. He was successful at leading painters to create their own unique masterpieces teaching them tricks and techniques to help them along their

Three proud participants show off their finished efforts.

way.

“It was amazing to see how each piece created that night was so different from everyone else’s painting every one did such a great job!” said Rick.

The next event will be held at the Ste. Anne Hotel on Tuesday, April 4 at 7 pm. It will be a family friendly atmosphere until 9 pm (which means all ages can participate).

The cost of the Paint Night is $35 which includes everything you need for your painting. To book your spot contact Patricia at pmcpherson@hotmail.ca or call 204-2905336.

Upcoming Events...

Soccer registration nights will be held on two nights - February 21st and March 7th from 6 pm - 8 pm in the Ste. Anne Collegiate canteen. Website for soccer sainte anne is www.soccersainteanne.com.

Parent and Tot Skating will take place on Wednesdays from 1:30 pm - 3 pm.

It provides a safe environment for families to take their kids to learn to skate and have fun!. No sticks or pucks.

Public Skating - Sundays from 5 pm – 6 pm.

Preschool Sports & Games 3-5 yrs Program starting in the new year. Instructor led. Variety of sports and games building physical literacy through fun and learning. Mondays 4 pm - 4:45 pm. Starting January 16th. Registration required. For information email recservices@steannemb.ca.

Introduction to Mindfulness During a two hour session presented by Bernice Parent.

You will discover, what it means to practice mindfulness, the benefits of mindfulness, how to increase your awareness of sensations in the body, your thoughts and your emotions, how to bring attention to your breath and the benefits of mindful stretching with a bilingual instructor, the cost is free. It will be held at 736 Traverse Rd (upstairs at back of firehall) Sainte-Anne on March 16 from 7 pm – 9 pm. To register, please contact Carolyn at 204422-6577or e-mail recservices@steannemb.ca Paint Night The next evening of painting will be April 4 at the Ste. Anne Hotel, 7 pm.

Come early to grab a bite to eat, a drink and pick your seat. For more info or to book your spot contact Patricia at 204-290-5336 or email pmcpherson@ hotmail.ca. All ages welcome.

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PEACE OF MIND WITH LIFELINE When you experience a fall, medical issue, or other emergency, every second counts.

If you are alone, delayed medical care can jeopardize your recovery and your independence!

The Philips Lifeline Medical Alert Service provides simple, fast access to highly trained, caring Response Associates at the push of a button, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Philips Lifeline going above and beyond. They have graciously given Seine River Services for seniors a grant to enable us to help the seniors of our communities live a healthier and more independent life. Gratitude goes out to Philips Lifeline for this special gift.

For more information on Lifeline services, please contact Juliette Rowan - Lifeline Representative at 204-424-5285.

Individuals and Teams Welcome to Curling Night Mixed Pickup Curling Night presented by Ste-Anne Curling Club & On the Rocks Lounge. Experience the game in a friendly & social atmosphere.

No experience needed. Event is Friday, February 3. Registration at 7:30 pm.

On-ice at 8:00 pm.

How Pick-up Curling works: Come that evening and sign-up as an individual, couple or team (4 players). Teams will be formed as needed. Basic instruction will be provided and equipment is available.

All you need to bring is warm clothing and a pair of clean, flat, rubber-soled shoes. We will play 4-end games. Spectators are welcome (minimum 18 years of age).

Cost (cash only) is only $10 per player (includes curling fees & pizza lunch).

For more info call Christine at 204-801-6982 or email cbeaumo@gmail. com. You can also visit www.facebook.com/events/1858344771050332.

Local Parish Group Requests Petition Participants The Catholic Women’s League of Ste-Anne Parish is informing and encouraging parishioners and community members in regard to health care and in particular Home Care.

This is a service that the ill and in particular the elderly depend on.

There is an online petition to ask the federal government to make Home Care “An Insured Service”. Currently it is “an extended health service”.

The petition reads: Whereas: The Canada Health Act recognizes home care as an “extended health service” not an “insured health service” to which the principles of the Act apply; Insured health services are fully funded by government and delivered based on the patient’s need, not their ability to pay; Through its legislative role, the federal government can facilitate na-

tional approaches and standards that must be satisfied by provincial and territorial health care insurance plans.

We, the undersigned, Canadian citizens, call upon the Government of Canada to amend the Canada Health Act to include home care as an insured health service.

The CWL invites you to go this website to sign the online petition: petitions.parl.gc.ca/en/Petition/ Details?Petition=e-673. You may also Google “petition e-673” which will take you to a link if you find this easier.

Note that at the bottom of the petition page it shows that so far there are only 1007 signatures (as of Jan 22/17) and only 48 signature are from Manitoba. The government will need to see many more signatures before they consider taking action to make this important service “an

FREE MONTHLY BUS TRIPS TO THE CASINOS OF WINNIPEG Join us for a fun filled day. Our next trip is Tuesday, February 14th, 2017.

We leave Steinbach at 8:30 a.m. with additional pickups in Ste. Anne and Paradise Village. We visit McPhillips Street Station in the morning and Club Regent in the afternoon. Must be 18 years of age or older. Prizes, cash and giveaways every trip. Bingo is played on the bus for those wishing to participate. Call Marilyn at 204-326-4939 for more information and to reserve your seat. Check your calendar and make reservations today because the bus fills quickly! Note: Bi-monthly overnight trips to South Beach are also available.

SEINE RIVER SERVICES FOR SENIORS The members of the board of administration for Seine River Services for Seniors are inviting you to donate your slightly used mobility aids to help the elderly who are in need of mobility assistance. Equipment such as rolling walkers, standard walkers, crutches, canes, wheelchairs and bath chairs will help give our seniors a little extra stability when it is required.

It is imperative that the needs of our seniors be met. For more information, please call the Resource coordinator, Julie Rowan at 204-424-5285.

insured service” that all Canadians can receive. If this service is important to you as a Manitoba, please take the time to sign the petition. If you do not have access to a computer and the internet, we recommend writing to your Minister of Parliament, Ted Falk - contact information as follows: House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1A 0A6 Telephone: 613-992-3128 Fax: 613-995-1049 Mail may be sent postage-free to any Member of Parliament.