Victoria Beach
HERALD 90th year • Issue No. 10
A non-profit service of the Victoria Beach Club
Friday, August 21, 2015
VB goes to the Dogs!
The annual VB Dog Show was a big hit again this year
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55+ Golf Tournament Mon., Sept. 14 & Dinner
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All Day Golf Course Dinner 5 PM
Dennis & Gina Roth; Ray & Lise Plouffe; Claude & Gloria Fillion
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~ BEACH PEOPLE ~ Happy 60th Wedding Anniversary Congratulations to Nancy and Bill Mitchell who will be celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary on August 19th. The Mitchell family has been spending summers at Victoria Beach since 1960, first as renters then at the family cottage at 409 Sunset purchased from Mr. and Mrs. Guest in 1968. Nancy and Bill’s five children, nine grandchildren and sons-in-law are eternally grateful to them for instilling a love of family and a passion for all things Victoria Beach, and are so thankful to have such a magical place to call home. Thank you Victoria Beach for our wonderful week. Mette and Lissen Lockwood visited from Victoria, B. C. from Aug 6 to 16. Thank you to the Krahns, Janzens and Heberts for making the week extra special!
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REGULAR ACTIVITIES CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES Fitness Classes: Arts & Crafts: Bike Hikes: Duplicate Bridge: Mixed Bridge: Movies: Swimming Lessons: Swimming Inquiries: Yoga:
LIBRARY HOURS:
Mon. Wed. Fri. 10:00-11:00 am Julie McPetrie Tues. 12:30-2:00 pm (all ages) Rec. Assistants Wed. 10:00 am-Noon (Ages 7-12) Rec. Assistants Mon. 6:30 pm Ken Capelle, Gail & Bob Henderson, Henry Krahn Wed. 1:15 pm Bev Underhill Tues. & Thurs. 7:30 pm Rec. Assistants July 6 - Aug. 14 Safe Swim Team Mon. - Fri. 9:30-10:00 am Lanette Griffith Tues. & Thurs. 10:00-11:30 am Mon. & Wed. 11:00 am-Noon, 7:00-8:00 pm Tues. Thurs. Fri. Sat. 10:00 am-Noon Sun. Noon-1:00 pm
SPORTS GROUND ACTIVITIES Children’s Games: Family Recreation: Golf Lessons: Youth Sport:
Library Assistants
Recreation Assistants
Mon. & Fri. 10:00-11:00 am (Ages 4-10) Mon. Wed. Fri. 7:30-8:30 pm Tues. & Thurs. 10:00-10:45 am (Ages 7-16) Mon. & Fri. 10:00-11:00 am (Ages 10-14)
TENNIS COURT ACTIVITIES
Tennis Court Attendants Weds. 10:30-11:15 am & Fri. 12:00 Noon-12:45 pm (Ages 5-6) Tues. & Thurs. 11:30 am-12:30 pm (Ages 7-9) Mon. 12:00 Noon-1:00 pm & Thurs. 12:30 pm-1:30 pm (Ages 10 & over) Adult Tennis Lessons: Mondays 1:00-4:00 pm with Robert Kennedy Wednesdays 11:00 am-4:00 pm Hit with a Pro (Advance Sign up) Thurs., July 2 - Tennis Manitoba Staff Wed., July 8 - George & Kevin Kylar Wed., July 15 – Jared Connell Wed., July 29 - Emerson Gusmini (Children’s lessons if space allows) Junior Tennis Nights: Mon. & Wed. 6:30-8:00 pm (Ages 11-18) Adult Tennis Round Robin: Mon. & Fri. (Register) 10:00-10:20 am (Play) 10:30 am-12:00 Noon Adult GVS (ground stroke, volley, smash) Tues. & Thurs. 10:30-11:30 am & Saturdays 11:00 am-12:00 Noon Adult Tennis Drills Fridays 1:00-2:00 pm Family Tennis Tues. & Thurs. 6:15-7:15 pm Youth Tennis Lessons:
VICTORIA BEACH CLUB SPECIAL ACTIVITIES 2015 ACTIVITY
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Pre-VB Membership Blitz
Sat., Sun., June 27 & 28
Clubhouse
Lise Simonsen, Pamela Beazley
Swim Registration VB Fireworks Tennis Manitoba Day Girls’ Tennis Day VB Membership Blitz Bike Auction Flea Market Flea Market Clean-Up Flea Market Charity Coordinator Book Sale Beach Events Teen Movie Night Rogers Rookie Tournament Gentlemen’s Movie Night Sports Day 200 Metre Open Swim Sandcastle Building Ladies’ Movie Night Fishing Derby Masters Tennis Tournament Teen Bonfire on the Beach Junior Tennis Tournament
Sun., June 28 Wed., July 1 Thurs., July 2 Fri., July 3 Fri., Sat., Sun., July 3, 4 & 5 Sat., July 4 Sat., July 4 Sat., July 4 Sat., July 4 Sun., July 5 Sun., July 5 Wed., July 8 Fri., July 10 Fri., July 10 Sat., July 11 Sat., July 11 Sun., July 12 Wed., July 15 Sat., July 18 Sat., Sun., July 18 & 19 Wed., July 22 Wed., Thurs., July 22 & 23
9:00-11:00 AM (Sat) 10:00 AM-Noon (Sun) 10:00 AM-Noon 10:45 PM 9:30-4:00 PM 1:30-3:00 PM
Clubhouse Best views from Sailboat Beach or Redwing Park Tennis Courts Tennis Courts Door to Door Police Station Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Tennis Courts Clubhouse Sports Ground Pier Clubhouse Clubhouse Pier Tennis Courts Clubhouse Tennis Courts
Men’s Golf Tournament Rogers Rookie Tournament Children’s Masquerade 800 Metre Open Swim 30+ Dinner & Dance Bike Race Ladies’ Golf Tournament Teen Movie Night Senior Tennis Tournament VB Club Raffle Junior Golf Tournament Duplicate Bridge Tournament Teen Scavenger Hunt Rogers Rookie Tournament Volleyball Tournament Cross Country Run Lake Winnipeg Foundation Walk for Water Soccer Tournament VB Volunteer Appreciation Dog Show Novelty Tennis Tournament VB Club Annual Meeting 55+ Golf Tournament & Dinner
Fri., July 24 Fri., July 24 Sat., July 25 Sat., July 25 Sat., July 25 Sun., July 26 Wed., July 29 Wed., July 29 Sat., Sun., Mon., Aug. 1, 2, 3 Sat., Aug. 1 Wed., Aug. 5 Wed., Aug. 5 Wed., Aug. 5 Fri., Aug. 7 Sat., Aug. 8 Sat., Aug. 8 Sun., Aug. 9 Sun., Aug. 9 Fri., Aug. 14 Sat., Aug. 15 Sat., Sun., Aug. 15 & 16 Sun., Aug. 16 Mon., Sept. 14
Tamara Roehr Rob Hester Tennis Manitoba Staff Nancy Sarchuk & Robert Kennedy Lise Simonsen, Pamela Beazley Stuart McPherson Joanne Gibson, Deb Covernton, Jane Bachart & Lyndsi da Roza Lorraine Cook Mavis Whicker MacRae & Hoole/McDonald Families Laura & Scott McDonald Rec. Staff Julia Lucht, Tennis MB, VB Tennis Staff Rob Hester & Bruce Sirrell Leah & Ted Kosokowsky Swim Instructors MacRae, Cook & Meadows Families Brenda Vielhaber Jeff Lailey Steve Cook Rec. Staff Anndrea O’Connor & Brad Nechwediuk, Derek & Lisa Zeilstra, Philippe Champagne Karl Hutchison Julia Lucht, Tennis MB, VB Tennis Staff Doug & Kristie Pollard Swim Instructors Tim Scott Todd & Sheri Hyra Heather Willoughby, Laureen Johnstone, Sally Lawler Rec. Staff John Heppenstall & Alan Morrish Arroll Stewart & Judy Walker Ed & Adam Boge Fran Pollard & Donna Thain Rec. Staff Julia Lucht, Tennis MB, VB Tennis Staff Sophie McGoey & Lisa Lucht The Johnson Family Deanne McDonald & Sandy McCaig Rex Neuendorff & Stino Siragusa Wendy Derksen & Leslie Sarchuk Barb Hansford & Trish Nesbitt Stino Siragusa Anil Kaul Dennis & Gina Roth; Ray & Lise Plouffe; Claude & Gloria Fillion
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Victoria Beach HERALD
August 21, 2015
Victoria Beach Club
BOARD
PAST PRESIDENT Maureen Neuendorff PRESIDENT Anil Kaul 756-2158 VICE PRESIDENT Suzy Hester 756-3016 SECRETARY Wendy Derksen 756-6515 TREASURER Cathy Finnbogason 756-2377 DIRECTOR AT LARGE Leslie Sarchuk 756-2690
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vb herald publisher Lana Meier jmeier@highspeedcrow.ca 204-292-2128 for advertising HERALD EDITOR Barb Pritchard Kevin Dubé vbherald@shaw.ca MEMBERSHIP Lise Simonsen Pam Beazley SPECIAL EVENTS Shauna Filuk Jill Kirbyson SWIMMING Anndrea O’Connor Tamara Roehr TENNIS Bryan and Lisa Yagi PLANNED GIVING Bruce Eyford
President’s Message How time flies? The summer is coming to an end, as is my term as President of your Victoria Beach Club. Who knew that while at a party, on a deck, at a cottage, at VB, that my VB experience would change when two lovely ladies (Maureen Neuendorff and Brenda Vielhaber) approached me and convinced me (this didn’t take much) to take on the role of Vice-President with the Victoria Beach Club. Over the last four years I have met tremendous people and learned just how much work goes into creating the VB experience each summer. The volunteerism at VB is nothing less than amazing – year after year people step up and do extraordinary work on behave of the community for the community. My heartfelt thanks to each and every individual who has volunteered to run a program or activity – and those behind the scene (often family and friends) – over the years. My deepest gratitude also to those who cannot volunteer, but contribute by donating funds and services when needed. YOU do all this without recognition or reward. Truly amazing!! If I may, I would like to acknowledge the hard work and effort by some key people who have taken on very challenging roles: Pam Beazley and Lise Simonsen for membership; Tamara Roehr for Swimming; Bryan and Lisa Yagi for Tennis; Jill Kirbyson and Shauna Filuk
for Special Events; and Kevin Dubé and Barb Pritchard for the Herald. Great big thanks to you all on behalf of the entire VB community! I will take this opportunity to also thank the people I have had the pleasure of working with on the Board. They say that “behind every man there is a great woman” – In my case, each year, there have always been 4 great women (plus my wife – of course!). Maureen Neuendorff, Brenda Vielhaber, Wendy Derksen, Leslie Sarchuk, Cathy Finnbogason, and Suzy Hester – you all work tirelessly for the sake of the community and give so much of your time throughout the year. It has been my privilege to work with you all and you all have my utmost admiration as individuals on and off the Board. I have truly enjoyed working along side you all and I will be leaving with your friendship as my biggest reward! Lastly, I want to thank my wonderful wife (Marnie) and sons (Andrew and Matthew) for their love, support, and understanding while I served on the Board, because it took me away from some family time over the years. Please forgive me if I forgot to thank anyone, it was not intentional I assure you. I will continue to serve the VB Community in other roles and I will always look forward to seeing you all on the avenues! With sincere thanks, Anil Kaul
About the Victoria Beach Herald
One of the longest continuously publishing community newspapers in Canada, now finishing our 90th year, the Victoria Beach Herald is a service of the Victoria Beach Club. The Herald prints ten issues each summer on Fridays from late June to mid August. The Herald welcomes submissions from readers focused on family events, beach happenings, community issues, etc. Letters to the Editor are always welcome: they must be signed with the author’s name and be written from the perspective that many people read the Herald, including youngsters. Submissions should be sent via email to vbherald@shaw.ca. Those without access to email can place written submissions in the VB Herald mailbox behind the cash counter at the Victoria Beach General Store. Submission deadline is 4PM Fridays with the exception of VB Club event convenor submissions for events occurring on weekend days. We take this opportunity to thank our readers. All of what it takes to put this publication in your hands is worth it when we see people scouring its pages from cover to cover all over Victoria Beach. Thank you all, and we look forward to the 91st year of the VB Herald! Barb Pritchard and Kevin Dubé Editors, The Victoria Beach Herald
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Council Corner
Council would like to take this opportunity to thank the Victoria Beach Club who pay for the Herald and the Herald volunteers for allowing Council to write weekly notes and reminders. We truly appreciate being given space in the paper so we can share important ideas with the community. We look forward to continuing this relationship next year. Driving permits in the Restricted Area - Council plans to review the process for granting permits to residents with mobility issues. We invite people with disabilities and all other interested persons to submit their names to the VB office at - vicbeach@mymts.net indicating interest in attending a meeting to develop a more up to date accessibility policy. Your input will be most valuable. Employment Opportunities - If you are interested in summer work at the gate, golf course or Public Works be sure to send a resume and cover letter to the RM of Victoria Beach office before December 31, 2015. Send it to 303-960 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3G 0R4. Meeting date - The fourth Council meeting at the beach will be held on September 15 at 7 p.m. at the Seniors’ Scene on 3 Ateah Road. And finally, may we take this opportunity to wish you a safe winter. We look forward to seeing all our friends again in 2016. The Victoria Beach Council
Duplicate Bridge
We had 13 couples out to our seventh duplicate bridge (Monday evening) session of the season on August 10th. Congratulations to Fran Pollard and Donna Thain (first North / South) and Fran and Henry Krahn (first East / West). Join us for duplicate bridge Monday evenings starting at 6:20 PM. Please arrive on time. Cost is $1.00 and we also sell cold drinks for $1.00. Come with a partner or if you don’t have one call Ken at 756-3612. Please buy a Victoria Beach membership - support our Club! Editor’s Note: last week’s Duplicate Bridge article listed Helen Hesse and Joan Irving as East/West winners in error. The East/ West winners were Helen Forrest and Joan Irving.
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VB Doctor’s Office Update
Council would like to thank Kathy Brydon and her medical committee for their hard work last winter and over the summer. They found doctors who were willing to come to Victoria Beach and provide medical services to the community. This summer our doctors included Doctors Katherine Kearns, Carry Martens-Barnes, Joan Swain, Garth Campbell and Belynda Salter-Oliver. We certainly appreciate the hard work of everyone. In this last Herald, we would like to thank Dr. Garth Campbell for his services the past three weeks. Having the same doctor in place for a longer period of time certainly helps with follow up. We would also like to welcome Dr. Belynda Salter-Oliver who will be with us until September 6th. Once again for the benefit of newcomers to the beach, the Doctor’s cottage is at 124 Birch. The phone number at the doctor’s office is 204-756-6305. There are 2 clinics Tuesday through to Saturday. Clinic hours are 9:30 to 11:30 and 5:30 to 7:30. On Sunday and Monday there is one clinic only from 5:30 through to 7:30. Remember to bring your Manitoba Health card with you when you go to the Clinic. RMVB COUNCIL
VB Church Update
Can’t believe this is the last Herald for 2015 -- it just went so fast. We’ve had some great speakers at the church this summer & looking forward to the same next year. This weekend Ray Harris will be with us from the Salvation Army, & our last Sunday will be Hans Boge from the Mennonite Church. Following the last service will be our annual meeting. Hope you can join us.
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Door-to-door pickup is as follows: MONDAY - Albert Beach, all areas south of Arthur Road and west of Ateah Road, including Ateah Road TUESDAY - All avenues in Restricted Area north of Arthur Road including Sunset Boulevard WEDNESDAY - Municipal garbage enclosures in all areas. Garbage is to be placed in garbage bags and left in containers (preferably bear-resistant ones). Containers are to be placed in the front yard - not on the road allowance - by no later than 8:30 am.
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TRAVERSE BAY LANDFILL: PTH#11 - 3 miles east of PTH#11 & #59 intersection. Summer Hours OPEN DAILY - 9 am to 5 pm. A pass is required, they can be picked up at the gate, public works, or the municipal office.
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36th ANNUAL VICTORIA BEACH 55+ GOLF TOURNAMENT AND DINNER
WHEN: Monday, September 14th, 2015 WHERE: Victoria Beach Golf Course and the dinner is at the East Beaches Senior Scene, #3 Ateah Road. There will be ample parking at the Senior Scene, on Ateah Road, and across the highway. The turkey dinner, catered by the Merry Makers will be at 6:15 pm, and the doors will open at 5:00 pm.
TIME: 2 shotgun starts at 9:30 am and 1:00 pm. [Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the start time for registration] ELIGIBILITY: Please note, to play in the tournament, you MUST be a member of at least one of the following: the VB Golf Course; the VB Club, VB Sports Club/Community Centre or the Senior Scene. [Golfer’s spouses/partners may be under 55 and may golf, but cannot win a golf prize.] GOLF SIGN-UP SHEET AND DINNER TICKETS: Available at the VB Golf Course as of August 1st. COST: Dinner tickets are $15.00 [plus golf green fees to be paid on the day of the tournament, if you are not a member of the VB Golf Course]. PRIZES: For flights and individuals. [DONATIONS OF PRIZES FOR THE SILENT AUCTION ARE MUCH APPRECIATED. If you can donate a prize, please drop it off at the golf course by September 2nd.] Submitted by: The 2015 55+ Golf Committee: Dennis and Gina Roth Ray and Lise Plouffe Claude and Gloria Fillion
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VB Dog Show 2015 Philly and Enzo would like to thank all the participants who made the VB Dog Show last Saturday such a wonderful success! We had a terrific turnout of dogs of all shapes and sizes. The number of puppies making their debut was amazing! Thank you to our Master of Ceremonies, Paul Infuso, and to our stage director, Al Keith - they both ensured the event went off without a hitch! A big thank you to Canvasback Pet Supplies in Lockport for providing the most incredible goody bags to all the participants. They were such generous supporters of the Dog Show - thank you!! Our thanks as well to the Rec Assistants for their help in setting up and clearing up after the show. The convenors are delighted to announce that after careful consideration the V.I.P. (Very Important Pooch) of the Show was Ludy, a beautiful whippet owned by Brenda Friesen! Congratulations! She will be the proud holder of the trophy for the next year! Thank you to everyone for coming out and making the Dog Show a success! See you next year! Trish Nesbitt & Barb Hansford
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VB Volleyball Tournament Results
Competitive Winners Sandy Bay Hawks with Runners Up Suns Out Guns Out What a great day! First of all, I have to say Sophie and I have so much fun convening the volleyball because the people here are great! We had ten teams out for a full day of volleyball. On the recreational side the VB float and Crush were crushing again! The Crush were Tess Poulton, Dana Poulton, Gord Poulton, Easton Hyra, Gillian Hyra, Todd Hyra, Andrew Kaul, Jackson Sirrell. They won a hard fought battle over The All Sorts. The All Sorts put together a great team last minute! They were Sam FilukScott, Jaxin Da Roza, Benji Hoole, Annika Falkenberg, Scott
Competitive Winners Sandy Bay Hawks
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Recreational Winners The Crush
Kosokovsky, Linnea Kosokovsky, John Trainer, Chas Meadows, Parker Menee, and Max Trainer. On the competitive side the winners were the Sandy Bay Hawks. They are a great team of Jon Goossen, Josh Goossen, Evan Fehr, Stacey Malech , Holly Goosen, Caleb Olfens. They edged out Sun’s Out Gun’s Out. Great playing everyone. Thanks for coming out, see you next year! Lisa Lucht and Sophie McGoey
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Novelty Tennis Tournament 2015
3 Thorns and a Rose
Kick Aces
Moonlight Madness
Quatro Serve Aces Por Favor
Spirit of Sportsmanship Elly Black
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Novelty Tennis Tournament 2015 What a weekend of fun tennis! This year’s new “Novelty” rules were very well received. The wooden racquet play was particularly entertaining. As well, it was great to see all of the happy faces during our “mystery events.” Wipeout has quickly become a VB favourite! The laughs, smiles and enthusiasm on display were great to see. I would like to thank all of the participants who came out to have fun at our annual event. Just further evidence of the amazing tennis community we have here at Victoria Beach. Once matches were underway, the players put on an impressive display of fun tennis, along with some amazing shot-making and rallies. The “novelty rules” added a bit of humour to the competition. On Saturday, each player played their first service game with a wooden racquet. Needless to say that made for some rather intriguing serves! On Sunday, the first four games of each set were played with the red and yellow low bounce balls. This created some excellent rally points and some awesome volleys at the net! Many thanks to those who helped make the weekend a success. It is a privilege to be a part of such a great community of tennis players. Thanks to Stuart Juzda, Allan Morrish and Robert Kennedy for supplying the wooden racquets. They added a little nostalgia and fun to the event. Special thanks to the Vielhabers. Herb’s antics over the weekend continue to entertain and were appreciated by all! Thanks to Brenda for assisting with the “number crunching” and getting the matches out on the courts promptly. I would also like to thank the court attendants, Julia Lucht and Cole Paige with assisting with set-up. As well, thanks to Stuart Juzda and Bryan and Lisa Yagi for their assistance in making the teams and for helping out over the weekend. Special thanks to Bryan and Lisa Yagi, for their dedication to making our tennis club such a thriving place over the summer. You have significantly improved the tennis experience for all ages and skill levels through your innovative approach and commitment. All of us at the Victoria Beach Tennis Club owe the two of you our deepest gratitude for all you do for our community. Here are the winners of the various categories for the Victoria Beach Novelty Tennis Tournament 2015: Spirit of Sportsmanship Award: Elly Black Tag Team Singles: Brad Nechwidiuk, Barb Pritchard, Bruce Eyford, Allan Morrish, Alan Adamson, Brent Prusak, Leslie
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McLeod, and Sophie McGoey. Wipeout: Brad Nechwediuk, Bruce Eyford, Leslie McLeod, Adrian Frost, Bryan Yagi, Stephanie Schultz and Jane McDonald Best team name: “Who Let the Lobs Out?” Team Members: Vic Ritchie, Ted Kosokosky, Herb Vielhaber and Elly Black Wimbledon Division Winners: “Moonlight Madness” Team Members: Garth Grover, Sophie McGoey, Gail Henderson and Andrea O’Connor Runners up: “Quatro Serve-Aces Por Favor” Team Members: Brad Nechwediuk, Bruce Eyford, Leslie McLeod and Suzie Brown. U.S. Open Division Winners: “3 Thorns and a Rose” Team Members: Rosemary Scurfield, John Heppenstall, Dave Derksen and Stino Siragusa Runners up: “Kick Aces” Team Members: Bryan Hyska, Ann Manning, Ernie Bueckertt and Bev Lesiuk. This year’s tournament came down to the wire with “3 Thorns and a Rose” coming out on top, winning the Duke Family Trophy. Team members: Rosemary Scurfield, John Heppenstall, Dave Derksen and Stino Siragusa Congratulations to all, and thanks again to everyone who lent a helping hand. It was fantastic to see such camaraderie, participation and fun on display. It has been my privilege to convene the Novelty Tournament for the last four years. Many thanks to Brenda Vielhaber and Elly Black who have signed on to run the tournament next year. See you on the courts! Stino Siragusa
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Super Soccer Sunday 2015
It was a beautiful day to showcase the beautiful game down at the sports field. We had a record number of players (approximately 170), and a great competition began at 9:00 am with the Squirts Division which was won by Team Maggie. Way to go! The Youth Division winners were VB United. This team was an ensemble of single entries that came together as a team and won the championship! Congratulations! The Open Division had a record setting 10 teams which made the draw a challenge for your humble convenors. The play was very competitive with some great skill on display. Congrats to The Significant Others who were undefeated on their way to the championship. Well done! Our thanks to the Rec staff and Bruce Sirrel for their support and help throughout the day. Also to Rob Hester for refereeing a game for us. Thank you to Austin Siragusa who helped with field marking and refereeing while also playing. Now that is a demonstration of the good old VB volunteer spirit. Also thanks to Dennis Ludwig for supplying “fuel” for the convenors. The cinnamon buns and drinks were greatly appreciated. Until next year. Rex Neuendorff and Stino Siragusa
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Best Spot on the Lot Raffle There are still tickets available for that first prize of the prime parking spot in the parking lot. No more worries about where you parked your car or whether you are under a light and covered in fish flies. Second prize of 4 taxi rides would sure come in handy on one of those rainy evenings. Thanks again to Kevin and Sandra Ateah for donating both those prizes and their staff at the parking lot office for selling the raffle tickets. Thanks also to Carol Danwich for generously donating the 3rd prize of a $75.00 Gift Card to Carol’s on Leon. Carol increased the prize from $50.00 last year. Please stop by her Gift Shop (just off 59 highway, south of Traverse Bay Corner) and check out all the wonderful gift ideas she has. Last year I met with our wonderful First Responders to ask about their work in the beach, Herald article in Issue #7, 2014. This week I sat down with Kathy Brydon to learn about the Victoria Beach Community Medical Committee, who they are and what they do. The committee was first established by the V.B. Council in the fall of 2013 to see about the reopening and continued running of the Doctor’s Office. That first year, the members were Candice Bishoff, Kathy Brydon, Bruce Morrison, Garett Surcon, and Dr. Peter Duke. This year the committee members are Kathy Brydon, Garett Surcon and Mike Mason. They report to the V.B. Council. The committee is responsible for securing & scheduling the
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doctors, identifying & purchasing the required equipment and consumables. This year the committee was able to add a pharmacy component to the medical services. They are also responsible for maintaining the cottage at 6th Ave. and Birch (it is owned by the municipality) which includes furnishings, upgrades, spring cleaning and improvements. The doctors who staff our clinic are not paid by the municipality but bill Manitoba Health. In 2014 the office was staffed for 7 of the 9 weeks with the doctors attending to over 350 patients. Getting the office & cottage up running again, improvements, & the basic supplies, for the 2014 season came in under the budget of $2,500. This year, 2015, the office will be staffed for 9 of 10 weeks. Doctors are on track to see more patients than last year. This year the expenses focused on more needed equipment. The committee would like to purchase a new lamp & a few specialty items at just under $1,000. If you are interested in volunteering to help in any way or would like to join the committee, please contact Kathy Brydon at 756 2739. You can also show your support of the Doctor’s Office and the great work this committee is doing by purchasing your “Best Spot on the Lot” Raffle tickets. The cost is $2.00 each and they are available at the parking lot. Proceeds to the V.B. Medical Assistance Fund. Betty Lodewyks
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The August 10th winners for the round robin were: in first place, with twelve points, Cathy Carlson and her partner Debbie Ritchie; in second place, with ten points, was Laurie Reade and her partner John Stapleton; and in third place, with 5 points, was Michael Kerr and his partner Alice Russell. As well, our round robin winners on August 14th were Joanne Jeanson, Laurie Reade, Teresa Young, and Bob Scurfield.
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VB Community Medical Committee
You have all heard the quote “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” Well, that is what happened this summer here with our community medical community. Such a big thank you goes out to so many. Thanks to our Reeve and council: Brian, Kathy, Linda, Penny and Gord; CAO Shelley, and office staff Tammy and Lynne, who each supported our committee helping to make this year’s medical services even better than last. (Mention the word ‘pillow’ and watch the expression on some of the councilors’ faces. Or maybe don’t.) Thank you to Doctors Kearns, Martens-Barnes, Swain, Campbell and Salter-Oliver, who staffed our clinic 9 of the 10 weeks this summer. However; there are 2 other members of your medical committee who need to thanked in such a big way. Meet Garett Surcon and Mike Mason, the almost silent partners who have worked with me throughout this past year. They not only have brought their expertise, knowledge and support to our committee, but also accepted late night emails and phone calls from me when I thought I could not solve one more problem. Thank you so much Mike and Garett. I was not a committee of 1. Thank you to the beach community who helped us by driving, sewing, cleaning and fixing. And an extra big thanks to public works for all they do for us. Kathy Brydon
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VB Club Membership That’s A Wrap!
It is hard to believe that August is drawing to a close - the beach is quieter, the sun is setting earlier, and all the VB Club activities have taken place. It feels like a long wait until next summer’s Masquerade, Dog Show, Sport’s Day, etc., but the good news is that it will all happen again in 2016! We are pleased to say that a strong team of four has come forward to lead Membership and get activities rolling with the July long-weekend Membership Drive. Please support Monica White, Jen Campbell, Heather Wallace and Darcie Reimer as they take on this role for 2016. We have really enjoyed getting to know so many people through working on the Membership Team, and are pleased to report that even without a July long weekend, membership sales were pretty strong this year. The Club sold 561 memberships ($28,050), 705 tennis tags ($10,575), and 59 day passes ($295), and received donations of $6,280.15, for a total of $45,200.15 raised. Last year, the Club raised $45,010 with sales of 584 memberships, 689 tennis tags, and donations of $5,475. Thank you to everyone for their support over the last three years, particularly the canvassers, the tennis, library and swimming staff, the Club Executive, the Information Booth staff, our families and previous convenor Jenny Hasenack Bru. We could not have done it without you! See you next year! Pamela Beazley Lise Simonsen
Rural Municipality of Victoria Beach Reeve: Brian Hodgson Councillors: Kathy McKibbin, Penny McMorris, Linda McMillan, Gordon Ross CAO: Shelley Jensen, 303-960 Portage Ave, Winnipeg Phone: 204-774-4263 Toll Free: 1-800-513-3839 (MB Only) Fax: 204-774-9834 Chief Police Constable: Stewart MacPherson 204-756-2322 Public Works Foreman: Allan Scurfield 204-756-2286 Public Works (after hours emergency): 204-756-2568 Building Inspector: Curtis Beaudoin Wpg Cell 204-291-8207
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GVS Lives On!! There will be GVS on Saturday the 22nd, 29th, and, possibly, September 5th at 4:00PM. This will be run by volunteers. The Anglican Parish of St. Michael VICTORIA BEACH
The Anglican Parish of St. Michael 8th and Pine, VB invites you to worship with us each Sunday in July and August at 9:00 am in a service of Holy Communion. Note: September 6th we will meet at 11:30 am
Please join us… all are welcome!
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Victoria Beach Golf Course Update Hello from the golf course, I hope everyone is enjoying the hot summer we have had. Its not over yet! There is still time to come out and enjoy the golf at the VB Club. The course is still in great shape and ready for your next game of golf. The 55 plus golf tournament is on September 14th, the spaces are filling up fast so don’t forget to sign up at the golf club house! I would like to thank the staff and all the volunteers that helped at the golf course this year for there hard work in making the course an excellent place to golf and visit. Well done; without them the club wouldn’t be as good as it is. So come out and enjoy the little gem of a golf course we have in our own back yard!! Enjoy the rest of your summer. Manager Karl Hutchison
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East Beaches Senior Scene News
As the summer of 2015 inexorably winds down, begrudgingly yielding to the cooler winds of autumn, we at the Senior Scene can reflect on a busy, productive and fun summer. Besides the many regular programs offered to both members and nonmembers, we also hosted catered and non-catered weddings, RM Council meetings, a craft sale and are looking forward to hosting two special anniversary receptions. We have completed an outdoor barbeque shelter and recently received a federal grant that will permit us to build a back door ramp, a new automatic door system for the rear of the building, a handicap washroom in the basement and upgrade the basement lighting. The latter upgrades are in anticipation of building a wood work shop and lounge/games room in the basement. We still have one major community event in the fall, the 5th annual Fall Supper. This event is open to everyone so if you are planning to be at your home or cottage on Saturday, September 26th and would like to avoid cooking, then why not bring your family to the Senior Scene. There will be two sittings, the first at 5:00 pm and the second at 7:00 pm. The cost is $15. Tickets will be available at the VB Store, Senior Scene and Saffie’s Store. This is a sell-out event so get your tickets early. Finally, if your summer vacation is coming to an end, rather than getting down, think wistfully about next summer and our major fundraising event, a gala Lobster Fest. What better way to start off a new season, than to meet with old friends over a glass of wine and a scrumptious lobster meal. This is another sell-out event so mark June 11th on your calendar and watch the local bulletin boards for ticket availability.
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Walk for Water 2015 was another huge success, VB!
This year, VB’s Walk for Water raised $15,600 to provide assistance for education and research projects to help restore and sustain the lake. A big thank you goes out to all the walkers making the trek, and individuals, families and businesses who supported the Walk through their generous donations and pledges to the LWF. Your involvement sends a strong message that we at Victoria Beach love our lake and want “a clean, healthy Lake Winnipeg and watershed now and for future generations.”
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Classifieds Friends of Summer Winds - Did you enjoy Summer Winds this year? Are you interested in sponsoring a band? We are looking for sponsors, volunteers, as well as input for next years festival. Get in touch with Glenn Halgren, chair, at summerwindsfest@ gmail.com Need a handyman? For prompt, courteous and reliable help, call Mike’s Handyman Service at 756-6163 or 799-1703 or from July 24 to August 7 call 756-8167. Pedalgogy DIY bicycle shop. Access to tools, parts and knowledge – pay as you can. Donations of bicycles (will pick up), parts, arts & big wads o’ cash appreciated. Ph. 204-725-2020. 326-8th Ave. Saturdays 12-6pm. Sunrise Wellness offering PEMF, Reiki, Chakra Balancing, LOA & Lifestyle Coaching, Anti-aging and more. 204 756-2387. LOOKING FOR A HOUSE SITTER? Once again I am looking for accommodation in or near Winnipeg for part of the winter. If you need a house sitter or pet sitter for some of the winter, I would be interested. Call Linda McMillan at 756-2682 or contact me by email – lmcmillanvb@gmail.com.
VB Country Market As this is the last Herald for the season, we want to let you know how much we appreciated allowing us to put a little notice in about the market. And the vendors want to say a big thank you to everyone who came out, rain or shine, to make it a special event every Saturday. Thanks also to Al Rear and Brian Bowden who helped with setting up, putting out signs and those who were commandeered when they could not be there. Did you see the size of those monster pancakes? Somebody must not have gotten their measurement conversions wrong. Qudos to the crew, led by Pauline Einfeld were terrific, serving up breakfast and coffee to the hungry shoppers – especially while they wait for the Veggie Truck to swing into place just in time. (I was told they are picking right up until the truck leaves). It looks like lunch hour at Tim Hortons! And we sure have fun doing it. Thank you and we hope to “See you at the Market” again next year. Margaret Haddad and the 39 Vendors.
I would like to thank all who supported PritchArt Wear Clothing & Design this summer. All of my clothing items are made in Manitoba and are from my own bright and whimsical original artwork. If you would like further information on my Fall/ Winter clothing I can be reach at info@pritchardartwear. com or follow along Facebook at Pritchard ArtWear.
PS: The Market will run until the end of August, so keep showing up, because we will. Thank You for your business and another great summer at VB! Victoria Beach Restricted Area
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Police Board Update Thank you to those who attended our Public Meeting at the VB Community Centre on Highway #59 on Thursday, July 9. Our public meetings are your opportunity to hear what the Board is working on and to hear from the Police Chief on the policing issues and activities in your community. The Board members and our Police Chief welcome your questions and concerns. Our next public meeting is at the East Beaches Senior Scene on Wednesday, October 7 at 7 p.m. Please join us. We remind you to fill in your light blue coloured VB Police Board Community Outreach Initiative questionnaire before the summer comes to a close. Extra copies are available at the Information Office and your completed copy can be dropped off there until the Vehicle Restricted period ends on September 7th. A copy is also available on the RMVB website under the Municipal Services / Police / Police Board tab. Your comments and input are important regarding the police services in our community. Penny McMorris, John Gow & Isabelle Brunel VB Police Board
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5th Annual FALL SUPPER September 26th, 2015 East Beaches Senior Scene 3 Ateah Road, Victoria Beach Two sittings 5:00 & 7:00 PM
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Wrap up your summer season by joining us for our old fashion 5th annual Fall Supper. Ticket prices are $15 for adults, $8 for children 6 to 12 and children 5 and under are free. Check our website (ebseniorscene. ca) for further information. Ticket Sellers: Sandy in Lester Beach 754-3246 Dianne on Hampton Rd 756-8283 Tammi, at Senior Scene 756-6468 Tickets will also be available at these Stores—Saffies, and Victoria Beach Store
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