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Another fun Saturday morning at Springwater Lanes with the Bowling Buddies girls from the Down Syndrome Association of Simcoe County. The girls, their siblings and parents participate in this organized bowling league along side other local youth bowlers. A special thank you to Dan and Sue who make the activity interactive and inclusive.
Watershed Conditions Statement: Water Safety
ISSUED January 14, Flood Potential: Low Ice Jam Potential: Low Issued to the following groups: 1) Municipalities and Local Conservation Authorities 2) School Boards and Police 3) Media 4) Conservation Authority Chair, Vice Chair & C.A.O. The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority advises that water levels on our rivers and streams will remain high over the next few days as water from melting snow makes its way to Georgian Bay. The public and especially children are advised to stay away from all area water bodies as fast flowing cold water and slippery banks will result in dangerous conditions. High temperatures and rain received over the last few days have caused melting snow and runoff. Water levels in the upper part of our watershed are elevated but will decline over the next few days. Water levels in the lower Nottawasaga River are still increasing. Residents should be aware of the dangerous conditions around our rivers and streams as the flood wave moves toward Georgian Bay. Localized flooding in low lying and flood prone areas could occur. No major flooding is anticipated. For additional information, please call 705-424-1479 and select option “1” for the flood information line or check our website at: www.nvca.on.ca
What could have been a dismal day turned out to be quite enjoyable at Le Villageois de Lafontaine during the “blizzard” on Tuesday, January 7th. It was quite stormy outside, but inside, it was a day filled with laughter, games, good food and singing, thanks to an idea put forth during the mid-morning coffee get-together. “Bring whatever you have in your refrigerator”, said a member of the Social Committee, “and we will make a good soup for tonight’s supper”. In the afternoon, since the members of the Seniors’ Club were not able to attend their weekly card game, the president, Rosita M. Des Roches, invited the residents to meet in the Club Room where an array of games was laid out; some played cards, others scrabble or dominoes, until it was time for supper. Let’s talk about supper! It was not only one good soup but three good soups that were served, plus tourtière, a delicious chili, freshly baked bread of the day, an array of desserts, wine, tea and coffee! It was a feast, which put us in mind of the multiplication of the loaves... When everyone had had their fill, as in long ago get togethers, we sang call-and-response songs accompanied by Father Justin Desroches on his bouzouki. It was such an enjoyable day that I overheard someone say: “I hope we have another blizzard soon!” A big thank you to all who contributed in making this a memorable day. Ghisèle Maurice Resident of the Seniors’ Community of Le Villageois de Lafontaine
Life Labs Services
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If you need blood services, we are available every week. AGM Election - Flos Agricultural Society
On behalf of the Flos Agricultural Society and surrounding community, we wish to convey our sincere appreciation for all the time and effort that you give to make the Elmvale Fair a success. We are so blessed to have such a supportive group of people. Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Tuesday, January 21st, 2014. In addition to the usual banquet and presentation of the minutes and financial statement, we have invited representatives from the Elmvale Minor Hockey Euro Team to share their recent overseas experience. This year, elections for Directors will also occur. In accordance with our Constitution: 1. Directors must be elected every 2 years from our pool of fair volunteers and must take an active role in the decision-making of the Society. 2. Each Director shall hold office for 2 years and be eligible for re-election at the AGM. New Directors may be elected from the floor at this meeting as well. 3. Honorary Directors are appointed by the Executive, as an acknowledgement for long standing service to the Flos Agricultural Society. These honored, lifetime members have full membership privileges. 4. Your Executive (President, 1st Vice & 2nd Vice) is elected from the slate of elected Directors. 5. Secretary and Treasurer are annually appointed positions. At the present time, the Flos Agricultural Society has 38 elected Directors and 11 Honorary Directors, requiring a 15 member quorum at all regular meetings. It is important that we have a vibrant and enthusiastic group of volunteers to continue the Fall Fair traditions. This year’s nominating committee is finalizing the list of Directors for the upcoming AGM. As a current Director, we ask that you notify us if you wish to allow your name to stand for re-election. Please contact us by email (eff@csolve.net) or by phone (Pat 705-527-1899; Lori 705-322-3198) with your answer before January 15th so that we may forward your decision to the Nominating Committee in preparation for our AGM. Thank you again for your dedication and support of the Elmvale Fall Fair On behalf of the Nominating Committee, Pat Leonard