August 5, 2016

91st year • Issue No. 7

A non-profit service of the Victoria Beach Club

Friday, August 5, 2016

Beach Day!

With temperatures and humitidy soaring over the August long weekend, many of us hit the beaches and the water for sun and fun!

VICTORIA BEACH CLUB SPECIAL ACTIVITIES 2016 ACTIVITY

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Volleyball Tournament Cross Country Run Lake Wpg Fdn Walk for Water Adult Soccer Tournament

Sat., Aug 6 Sat., Aug 6 Sun., Aug 7 Sun., Aug 7

9:00 am 9:00 am (reg) 9:15 am (reg) 9:00 am

Sports Ground Clubhouse Clubhouse Sports Ground

CONVENOR Sophie McGoey & Lisa Lucht The Johnson Family Team LWF Rex Neuendorff & Stino Siragusa

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Victoria Beach HERALD

About the Victoria Beach Herald One of the longest continuously publishing community newspapers in Canada, now in our 91st year, the Victoria Beach Herald is a service of the Victoria Beach Club. The Herald prints nine 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 with the understanding 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.

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REGULAR ACTIVITIES CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES Yoga (Adults & Teens): Fitness Classes: Arts & Crafts: Bike Hikes: Duplicate Bridge: Mixed Bridge: Movies: Swimming Lessons: Swimming Inquiries:

LIBRARY HOURS:

TENNIS COURT ACTIVITIES

Mon, Wed. & Fri 10:00 - 11:30 am Pamela Beazley Tues. & Thurs. 10:00 - 11:00 am Julie McPetrie Tuesdays 12:30 - 2:00 pm 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. (see movie times below) Rec. Assistants July 4 - Aug. 12 Safe Swim Team Mon. - Fri. 9:30-10:00 am Lanette Griffith Mon. & Wed. 11:00 am-Noon, 7:00-8:00 pm Tues. Thurs. Fri. Sat. 10:00 am-Noon Sun. Noon-1:00 pm

*Stephen Dubienski Junior Tennis Camp: *Robert Kennedy Adult Tennis Lessons: *Hit with a Pro Adult Tennis Lessons:

Library Assistants

SPORTS GROUND ACTIVITIES Children’s Games: Family Recreation: Golf Lessons: Youth Sport:

Youth Tennis Lessons:

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)

Junior Tennis Nights: Adult Tennis Round Robin: Adult GVS Adult Tennis Drills Family Tennis

Tennis Court Attendants Wed., 11:30 am -12:15 pm and Fri., 12:30 - 1:15 pm (Ages 5-6) Tues. & Thurs. 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm (Ages 7-9) Mon., 12:30 - 1:30 pm & Thurs., 1:00 - 2:00 pm (Ages 10 & over) July 11-14, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tuesday, August 2, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Wednesdays 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Wed., July 6 Jared Connell Wed., July 13 Geoff Kirbyson Wed., July 27 Emerson Gusmini Wed., Aug. 3 George Kylar Mon. & Wed. 6:00-7:30 pm (Ages 11-18) Mon. & Fri. (Register) 10:40 - 10:50 am; (Play) 11:00 am - 12:30 pm (ground stroke, volley, smash) Tues., Thurs. & Saturdays 11:00 am - 12:00 Noon Tuesday, July 26 3:00-4:00 pm Tues. & Thurs. 6:15-7:15 pm

VICTORIA BEACH CLUB SPECIAL ACTIVITIES 2016 ACTIVITY

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VB Fireworks VB Membership Blitz Bike Auction Swim Registration Girls’ Tennis Day Tennis Manitoba Day Teen Movie Night Rogers Rookie Tournament Flea Market Flea Market Clean-Up & Charity Drive Beach Events Book Sale Ladies’ Movie Night Gentlemen’s Movie Night Children’s Masquerade 200 Metre Open Swim Sandcastle Building Masters Tennis Tournament Junior Tennis Tournament

Fri., July 1 Fri., Sat., Sun., July 1, 2 & 3 Sat., July 2 Sun., July 3 Tues., July5 Wed., July 6 Wed., July 6 Thurs., July 7 Sat., July 9 Sat., July 9 Sun., July 10 Sun., July 10 Wed., July 13 Fri., July 15 Sat., July 16 Sat., July 16 Sun., July 17 Sat., Sun., July 16 & 17 Wed., Thurs., July 20 & 21

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Best views from Sailboat Beach or Redwing Park Door to Door Police Station Clubhouse Tennis Courts Tennis Courts Clubhouse Tennis Courts Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Art Vincent Memorial Pier Clubhouse Tennis Courts Tennis Courts

Teen Movie Night Men’s Golf Tournament Sports Day 800 Metre Open Swim 30+ Dinner & Dance Fishing Derby Ladies’ Golf Tournament Teen Bonfire on the Beach Senior Tennis Tournament VB Club Raffle Bike Race Youth Soccer Tournament Duplicate Bridge Tournament Teen Scavenger Hunt Junior Golf Tournament Volleyball Tournament Cross Country Run Lake Winnipeg Foundation Walk for Water Adult Soccer Tournament Teen Movie Night VB Volunteer Appreciation Dog Show VB Club Annual Meeting Novelty Tennis Tournament Rogers Rookie Tournament 55+ Golf Tournament & Dinner

Wed., July 20 Fri., July 22 Sat., July 23 Sat., July 23 Sat., July 23 Sun., July 24 Wed., July 27 Wed., July 27 Sat., Sun., Mon., July 30, 31, Aug. 1 Sat., July 30 Sun., July 31 Mon., Aug. 1 Wed., Aug. 3 Wed., Aug. 3 Thurs., Aug. 4 Sat., Aug. 6 Sat., Aug. 6 Sun., Aug. 7 Sun., Aug. 7 Wed., Aug. 10 Fri., Aug. 12 Sat., Aug. 13 Sun., Aug. 14 Sat., Sun., Aug. 13 & 14 Thurs., Aug. 18 Mon., Sept. 12

Rob Hester Monica White, Darcie Reimer, Jen Campbell Stuart McPherson Tamara Roehr & Alice Russell Nancy Sarchuk & Robert Kennedy Tennis Manitoba Staff Rec Staff Jenna Cech-Manek, Tennis MB & VB Tennis Staff Joanne Gibson, Deb Covernton & Lyndsi da Roza Lorraine Cook & Mavis Whicker Peacock Family Budoloski & Poulton families Brenda Vielhaber Rob Hester & Bruce Sirrell Doug & Kristie Pollard Swim Instructors Rozzi-Hughes Family Steve Cook Anndrea O’Connor & Brad Nechwediuk, Derek & Lisa Zeilstra, Philippe Champagne Rec Staff Karl Hutchison Ted & Leah Kosokowsky Swim Instructors Doug Pritchard Jeff Lailey Heather Willoughby, Laureen Johnstone & Sally Lawler Rec Staff John Heppenstall & Allan Morrish Yvette Wilson, Dawn Miller, Angela Roehm, Lori Edwards, Tracey Popel Todd & Sheri Hyra Bruce Sirrell & Rec Staff Fran Pollard & Donna Thain Rec Staff Ed & Adam Boge Sophie McGoey & Lisa Lucht The Johnson Family Team LWF Rex Neuendorff & Stino Siragusa Rec Staff Wendy Derksen & Leslie Sarchuk Barb Hansford & Trish Nesbitt Suzy Hester Brenda Vielhaber & Elly Black Robert Kennedy & Tennis MB Staff Ray & Lise Plouffe; Claude & Gloria Fillion

1:00 PM 10:00 AM - Noon 3:00-4:30 PM 10:00-3:00 PM 9:00 PM 2:30-5:00 PM 12:30-2:30 PM 2:30-5:00 PM 10:30 AM - Noon 1:00-3:00 PM 7:00 PM 9:00 PM 10:00 AM - Noon 2:00 PM 10:00 AM - Noon All Day All Day 9:00 PM 10:00 AM - Noon 2:00 PM 8:00 PM 9:00-11:00 AM 9:00 PM All Day 10:00 AM-4:00 PM 10:00 AM 9:30-11:30 AM 6:30 PM 9:00-11:00 PM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM (registration) 9:15 AM (registration) 9:00 AM 9:00 PM 7:00 – 9:00 PM 11:00 AM 4:00 PM All Day 1:00-3:30 PM All Day – Dinner 5:00 PM

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Victoria Beach HERALD

Council Corner Victoria Beach Club

BOARD PAST PRESIDENT Anil Kaul PRESIDENT Suzy Hester 756-3016 VICE PRESIDENT Mike Clement (204) 894-3142 SECRETARY Wendy Derksen 756-6515 TREASURER Dave Wilson 756-2757 DIRECTOR AT LARGE Leslie Sarchuk 756-2690

During the past few weeks we have had several occasions where the winds were high, perfect weather for windsurfers and kite-boarders. On one occasion, the kite-boarders were putting on a great show at Alexandra and King Edward beaches. Unfortunately, on several occasions the riders came within the legally allowed area of 30 metres of the shoreline and landed in an area where swimmers were playing in the waves.

In Manitoba motor boats, water skiers, wake boarders, jet-skis, windsurfers and kite surfers must not operate within 100 feet or 30 metres of swimmers and the shoreline. Speed restrictions for all types of watercraft apply. In the RM of Victoria Beach, we do not have posted speed limits, therefore, the rule for unposted speed limits apply. That limit is 10km/h (6 mph) within 30 metres (100 ft) from the shore. This limit everywhere in the RM. Please play safely.

In the spring one entrance to the sand cliffs was

barred off and large signs posted to warn people of the dangers associated with the Sand Cliffs. We are still seeing cars parked along highway 504 on the north end of the municipality. This means that some people are continuing to ignore the Bylaw that prohibits climbing on the sand cliffs and dunes. Please think before you go. Playing on the dunes is environmentally insensitive; it leads to erosion. It is extremely dangerous; a child was almost killed two years back when he was buried in a sand avalanche. It is illegal. Please stop this destructive behavior. And, speak out when you hear others planning to break this By-law.

Finally, if you have not yet stopped by the Information booth and picked up your free recycling bin for your cottage, please do so.

Recycle Everywhere gave the municipality more than 1000 collapsible bins; one for every cottage in the RM. Come and get yours.

RMVB Council

President’s Report

Victoria Beach Club

OFFICERS VB HERALD PUBLISHER Lana Meier jmeier@highspeedcrow.ca 204-292-2128 for advertising HERALD EDITOR Barb Pritchard Kevin Dubé vbherald@shaw.ca MEMBERSHIP Monica White Jennifer Campbell Darcie Reimer SPECIAL EVENTS Shauna Filuk Jill Kirbyson SWIMMING Tamara Roehr Alice Russell TENNIS Bryan and Lisa Yagi PLANNED GIVING Bruce Eyford

A few tidbits to report on this week (after a 2 week hiatus): • As always, the 30+ dance sold out (a week before the event!) and it was a fabulous night organized by Doug Pritchard. During the week leading up to the dance, I heard from lots of VBers who didn’t get tickets. It would be great if we had a clubhouse large enough to accommodate the number of people that want to come to these dances, but we do not. The liquor permit restricts us to 270 people. A word of advice - if you know you want to go to the dance, buy your ticket when they first go on sale next year rather than waiting!

• The 30+ Tragically Hip concert viewing is selling well even though it’s still several weeks away (August 20th). I have been asked a few times what it’s all about. Here’s the scoop - doors and bar will open at 7:00, concert (which will be their last) will air live via satellite on the clubhouse movie screen starting at 7:30, a DJ (sorry, we couldn’t afford a band when we only charged $10!) will play from when the concert ends until 1:00 am, and snacks will be served. Tickets are on sale at 324 Third (text Suzy @ 204-292-0397 if you want to check if someone is around before going by) and 214 Seventh.

• The Olympics are on August 5th-21st.

We will be airing events at the Clubhouse during that timeframe when other events aren’t already

occurring at the clubhouse. Your membership (or $5 day pass) gets you in. The Olympics will be on at the Clubhouse during the following times: o Monday, Thurs, Fri, Sat and Sun noon-3:00 o Wednesday 6:00-9:00 The clubhouse is too busy on Tuesdays to be able to air the Olympics. Bring a few dollars and buy a drink, chips and/or popcorn.

• We’re still looking for volunteers interested in being Director at Large or Secretary. The secretary is responsible for taking minutes, co-organizing the Volunteer Appreciation Event, organizing popcorn machine and supplies and various other duties. The Director at Large is responsible for co-organizing the Volunteer Appreciation Event, applying for and managing grants for VB Club employees, being the Board representative on the VB Clubhouse Restoration Committee as well as various other duties. If you would like more information on either of these positions, please let me or another member of the Board know. “Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy. You vote in elections once a year, but when you volunteer, you vote every day about the kind of community you want to live in.”- Author Unknown The tan lines may fade, but the memories will last a lifetime, Suzy Hester

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Get Out of the City and Explore Beach Cottages at the WAG’s 10th Annual Home Tour The Winnipeg Art Gallery is celebrating a decade of the Home Tour by taking the annual event to Victoria Beach on Sunday, August 7, 2016. The tour will feature some of the most interesting cottages and modern lake homes along the shoreline of the beautiful beach. Organized by the Associates of the Winnipeg Art Gallery, this fundraising event supports the WAG and its mission to help people see and experience more through art.

The self-guided tour allows entry into eight cottages, accessible by foot or bike. Whether a summer getaway or an all-season residence, these retreats are inspired, including designs by some of Winnipeg’s most accomplished architects.

The 2016 Home Tour highlights cottages built anywhere from 1917 to 2016. The oldest residence is one of the first buildings in Victoria Beach, located at 219 Sunset Blvd and known locally as “The Maclean Cottage.� Designed by Paulson Construction, the classic handcrafted home features a steeply pitched roof and remarkable views. Another original cottage, built in 1925 at 313 First Ave, is a charming example of Tudor Revival style.

21 Bayview, designed by Cibinel Architecture and completed this year by Dyson Construction, is both the newest lake home and recommended starting point for the Home Tour. This chic and comfortable lakeside retreat combines cedar shingles on the exterior, fir interior woodwork, and a cast concrete stairway to the mezzanine.

The 2016 Home Tour will take place at Victoria Beach, on Sunday, August 7, from 10am-4pm. The tour route, including estimated walking times, is provided in the guidebook and online at wag.ca/hometour. Tickets are $45, with proceeds supporting WAG programming. Space is limited, so reserve your spot at wag. ca/hometour or in person at the WAG, and Saffies General Store in Victoria Beach.

The WAG is grateful to the Winnipeg Free Press for supporting the 2016 Home Tour.

RMVB Garbage Pickup Summer Schedule 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.

PICK-UP IS FOR HOUSEHOLD GARBAGE ONLY.

TRAVERSE BAY LANDFILL: PTH#11 - 3 miles east of PTH#11 & #59 intersection. Summer Hours OPEN DAILY - 9 am to 5 pm.

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Keeping Tabs ‌ In keeping with our father Doug Hancock’s tradition, we will be accepting drink can tabs for wheelchairs at 128 Center Avenue all summer. So let’s all get collecting!!

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2016 Victoria Beach Golf Course Rates MEMBERSHIPS: Family - Adult Couple Single - Adult Junior - 13 to 17 Family (Max 2)

Seasonal $ 495.00 $ 275.00 $ 170.00 $ 320.00

Monthly $ 270.00 $ 175.00 $ 110.00 $ 150.00

Two Weeks $ 195.00 $ 135.00 $ 105.00 $ 120.00

1 Adult & 1 Child

12 & under $ 120.00 $ 80.00 $ 70.00 GREEN FEES: 9 holes Weekdays - $ 14.00 Weekends - $ 16.00 Children (12 & Under) - Weekdays $7.00/round Weekends $10.00/round LOCKERS: Lower Locked Upper Locked Lower Open Upper Open Seasonal $ 35.00 $ 30.00 $ 30.00 $ 25.00 Monthly $ 30.00 $ 20.00 Daily $2.00 Manager: Karl Hutchison 3 Wheeled Carts - $40.00 PHONE – 204-756-2435 All above fees/memberships include GST. Children 12 & under may not tee off Saturday, Sunday or Holidays until after 10:00 am and must be accompanied by an adult. Small tournaments welcome.

Rural Municipality of Victoria Beach Reeve: Brian Hodgson Councillors: Kathy McKibbin, Linda McMillan, Penny McMorris, 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 ScurďŹ eld 204-756-2286 Public Works (after hours emergency): 204-756-2568 Building Inspector: Curtis Beaudoin Wpg Cell 204-291-8207

Website: www.rmofvictoriabeach.ca Email: vicbeach@mymts.net PLEASE PRACTICE WATER SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. PREVENT FIRES – TAKE CARE PLEASE STAY OFF THE BANKS & EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION ON LAKEFRONT PATHS

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Soccer Sunday!

Calling all soccer players. This year we are having the adult tournament separate from the youth. This event is for players 15 years of age and over and will take place on Sunday August 7 with kickoff at 10:00 am at the Sports Field. If you want to enter a team or sign up individually, please register by Saturday August 6 at noon.

Remember that this is a fun tournament with no cleats allowed.

Pinnies are provided. Teams must be of mixed gender and two players of the opposite gender must be on the field at all times.

Six players plus a goaltender on the pitch at a time so recruit accordingly.

Please call or text Rex at 1-204-291-2720 by August 6 at 12:00 noon to register.

Would last year’s winners please return their trophy? Volunteer Referees are always needed and appreciated.

See you on the pitch!

Rex Neuendorff

Social Bridge Winners this week were: 1st. Bob Laumeyer 2nd. Gaylene Chestnut 3rd. Joan McCuaig Come and join us next on Wednesday at 1:15.

You do not need a partner.

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Victoria Beach HERALD

Victoria Beach Police and The Moonlight Inn Team up to Reward “Helmet-Wearing” Cyclists Are you aware that under the Manitoba Highway Traffic Act, Bicycle Helmets are now mandatory for every cyclist under the age of 18? It doesn’t matter if a cyclist is riding a bike, a passenger on a bike or riding in a pull behind chariot, everyone under 18 years must wear an approved Helmet at all times.

The Highway Traffic Act governs all roads, including the roads in our Restricted Area. It also doesn’t matter if you are cycling to the Beach, the Moonlight Inn, the Playground, or the Bakery; you must be wearing a helmet. The fine for not wearing your helmet is $63.10. The cyclist can be fined as well as a parent for allowing their child to ride a bicycle without a helmet.

To try and encourage Helmet wearing in Victoria Beach members of your Victoria Beach Police Bicycle Patrol Unit along with the Moonlight Inn have teamed up to provide a fun incentive. For the rest of the summer Bicycle Patrol Officers will be on the look out for children wearing Helmets and riding their Bicycles in a safe manner.

Bicycle Police Officers may randomly reward a Helmet wearing child with a certificate for a FREE Ice Cream (Provided by our friends at the Moonlight Inn). Children are not to approach Bike Officers to show their helmets and ask for a certificate. They must be selected by an Officer to be eligible for the Free Ice Cream.

At the end of the season all winners of the Free Ice Cream certificates will be entered into a grand prize draw to win a $50.00 gift certificate from our good friends at Alter Ego Sports located at 1605 Pembina Hwy. Phone: (204) 475-4908. Alter Ego Sports are also the main sponsors of the V.B.P. “Pedalling for Wishes” ride, which will take place on Wednesday August 24th.

Members of the Victoria Beach Police service would like to gratefully acknowledge Joyce and her entire staff at the Moonlight Inn for their generosity regarding this Helmet incentive program.

Their kindness and caring have made this summer program possible. We would also like to thank Jeff, James, Heather and all their great staff at Alter Ego Sports for their kind support as well.

Sergeant Clyde Raven – Victoria Beach Police Bicycle Patrol Unit

MOBILE CLINIC BETTER CARE FOR YOUR FAMILY

Booking appointments for your non-urgent health care needs at Grand Marais Community Central Bldg., #35058 on Hwy 12

Thursdays - 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Serving cottagers, residents and visitors in the East Beaches and surrounding areas

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Victoria Beach: A Place Where Kids Can Be Seen AND Heard To me, one of the greatest things about Victoria Beach is that it has been built as a place for our youth to indulge, explore and grow.

The avenues are free of cars, activities abound day and night – both athletic and creative -- and otherwise luxurious and out of reach opportunities like tennis courts and a golf course lie inexpensively in wait, to be accessed by all. It is the one and only place I know of where kids are to be both seen AND heard.

How I wish it were like that everywhere else and how much better the world would be, if so.

As many fellow VB’ers know, I am an abstract visual artist. On the Canada Day long weekend this year, I had the pleasure of exhibiting in the Kingston Art Fest, exhibiting my artwork there for the first time. A week later I would be heading to my beloved Victoria Beach, so it was already much on my mind as the countdown was on!

One of the things I noticed at this three-day event was how many times a parents’ agenda did not include that of their kids. Parents not interested in art quickly pulled away their kids who had bolted into my booth, OUT of my booth, quickly followed by a terse “Come on, there’s lots of other things to see yet!”.

You see, my artwork is bold and colourful and it is full of primary colours. So, it is a bit of a magnet for the younger ones. To compound the situation, I was placed by the kid’s activity area/playground so the young ones were quite plentiful in coming to me.

But while the kids saw a visual playground inside with me my abstract artwork, many of the mom’s and dad’s didn’t have the time for me or my art. They wanted to answer their latest text message, or send an Instagram or snapchat picture or look at the purses, jams, clothes, soaps, jewelry, knick-knacks or hit the food area, music band stand or the beer tent.

Except for seven-year-old Richard.

And, for Richard’s parents.

Early Saturday afternoon, young Richard confidently came into my booth and studied each painting inside. His parents stood silently by -- outside the tent -- and let him.

As did I. Finally, I asked “what do you think?”

Richard smiled.

Then his dad gently whispered...”there was no way he was going to walk by these...”

Needless to say the floodgates were opened and this astoundingly articulate little man with his strong British accent had lots to say!

Richard and I talked about what we saw in each painting and his parents patiently and lovingly stood back for a good 15-20 minutes and let us. (They got involved too, but they clearly wanted this to be about me and him and the art.)

Eventually his parents interjected that he painted too and then we looked at all the paintings he’d made at school and at home on their smart phone. Another ten minutes passed.

Eventually the parents said it was time to move on as “Andrew has to talk to other people too”. I said not to worry, but they insisted. I then thanked them all for the time they gave, ME. Before going too far, the father quickly came back, shook my hand again and said “Thank you so much. We just moved here from England this week. My wife and I -- and Richard -- have no friends or family here. We don’t even have a home yet as we are trying to find

the right one to buy.” He pointed out that “in what was a very tough week for us all, this last half hour made them all feel very welcome and happy to have made the choice to come to Canada.”

Yeah, I admit...I felt good -- choked up even -- as I watched them walk away on this, the Canada Day long weekend.

The next morning, right at 10 a.m. as we all open our booths for the day, guess who shows up? Yes, Richard and his family. Richard eagerly thrusts a very cool piece of paper art/sculpture and says “look what I made!”

Of course, I made it sound like it was the best thing I’d ever seen.

But the truth is it was extremely well done and I didn’t have to pretend.

His dad said that they were invited to a barbecue that night before, by a new work colleague, and that all Richard could do was tell everyone about me and my artwork. As well, that he needed to make something too. He said Richard spent part of that night and then got up early in the morning to finish it as he “JUST HAD TO SHOW ANDREW!” before I went back home to Toronto.

We then spent more time talking and I said “Well, you now have a friend in Canada, Richard. Keep watching my website and see the new things I create, and now that your dad has my business card, you keep sending me what you make. Then, I will see you again in person, next summer.” He said it was a deal. I again shook all their hands and wished them an amazing summer.

As they walked away I thought to myself that I had no doubt that young Richard will somehow make a mark on this world because of his parents’ generosity of their time and their ability to see him and explore what he sees.

The point to sharing this story is that it is in moments like this that it really is so utterly, blatantly obvious how dramatic and meaningful an effect we can have when we take the time to acknowledge what a child wants. To SEE what a child is seeing. Then, to find it within ourselves to be attracted to what a child is attracted to and taking the time to indulge in it. With them.

It’s not always all about our own busy world and our own busy personal work agenda’s or getting wrapped up in what we want and how the time is always ticking to do a bunch of “other” things.

We have something special here at Victoria Beach that allows us a special opportunity to reconnect with our kids. Take the time to breathe, embrace and indulge with your kids whether you are a parent or an uncle or aunt, or a godparent or a close friend. Not only will it make you feel good, but I can assure you that the child that gets to experience life with you, in this way, will come out further ahead and they will have far more to offer the world, than those pulled away from it because there is so much YOU needed to do instead.

Summer is here. Breathe it in, embrace it and slow down. Turn off your cellphone. Enjoy that getting the internet down here is a hassle.

Use up every minute of all that precious extra time we have here to share with these wee ones, that we don’t otherwise get, for the other ten months of the year.

The pay-off now and for the many years to come is certainly worth it.

Here is to wishing everyone a wonderfully indulgent Canadian summer at Victoria Beach. A place that is built for the child and the child in us all. Take the time to look. Together.

Andrew Stelmack

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Victoria Beach HERALD

The Amazing Race, VB Style

Victoria Beach on a hot summer day is the perfect place to compete in an Amazing Race. Last week, four teams of kids ages eight to 13 swarmed the avenues on bikes on their ambitious quest. The race consisted of 13 challenges, submitted by parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles. Questions ranged from the easy (such as the price of minnows at the store) to the trickier (how many ladders are there on the tall pier- lots!). Each team had a ‘ghost’ assigned to them, an adult who was only there to look out for the kids’ safety.

Halfway through the race, the teams met at the Sports Ground to compete in their choice of a three-legged race or wheelbarrow race. Then they were off again to find crow feathers, sing O Canada in French and English at the bandstand and answer skilltesting questions about VB. After tossing lawn darts, the kids raced down to the beach to swim and feast on hotdogs, chips and happy face cookies, followed by the presentation of a trophy to the two teams tied for first. Thanks to Maddie for creating the beautiful trophy.

Special thanks also to John Grover who stood in for Olympian Jon Montgomery from the Canadian version of the popular show.

He explained the challenges and the rules and kept everyone on task. Thanks John, you rock! Special thanks to Neiko, Great Dog of the North, who led us in a rousing good howl.

Cousins from across Canada included Liam and Mischa, Piper and Riley, Jillian and Erin, Patrick and Calum and friends Maeve, Kaden and Maddie. It was great fun for all three generations, making memories at VB. See you at next year’s Amazing Race!

The Grover Family

AUGUST 10, 9:00 PM @ THE CLUBHOUSE

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Eight at the Gate – Gran Fondo Gran Colazione

The day started out damp and breezy for the annual Gran Fondo Gran Colazione (Big Ride / Big Breakfast). The 35 riders at the start competed for the coveted six pack of Leffe beer for the men’s division and the bottle of Astoria Prosecco for the women’s points races. Daniel Russell took the hotly contested men’s with a clean sweep of the seven stages, while Twila Cuthbert and Sharla Mawhinney disputed the event for the women’s, with Twyla taking the final. There was some discussion over the location of start/finish lines for the women’s event and as swimming and running were not involved it took a while to decide who the eventual winners were.

After the ride everyone gathered at Bob and Joan’s for blueberry pancakes and mimosas. Lots of great conversations and catching up took place. For those who are into numbers 192 +/- pancakes were devoured. Special thanks to all who participated, brought fruit, syrup and mimosas. Special thanks to Chris Archer who once again paced me up the Hillside Hill (yes Patrick – speed bump) and back to the group.

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Ladies VB Golf Tournament Results What a great tournament and turnout! We had 117 golfers so we are pleased to beat the men’s tournament attendance of 48! The course was in the best shape ever thanks to Karl and his staff. We appreciated the support of the indoor staff, Ramona, Lissa, Barry and Ian for their help too with the registration etc. I think the best part of the day was hearing team-mates cheering when you landed in the trap! As Bruce Eyford said, he has never heard that before! However, that was one of our fun contests so it was a good thing to land in the trap to win a prize!

The wind-up at the new Victoria Beach Community Centre was very enjoyable with lovely refreshments provided by the Merrymakers and the wine by Kathy and Laith Gagnon. It was great to have the opportunity to mix and mingle in such a comfortable setting. Thanks to all of you for making this so wonderful for us.

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Lowest score (non-member) - Christine McCrady (44) Lowest score (member) - Susan Spence (44) Laureen Johnstone (45) Norma Purdy (45) Chris Bartlette (45) Debbie Robson (45) Leslie McLeod (46) Rita Kupiak (47) Shauna Filuk (47) Susan Flanders (48)

Contest Winners Longest Drive- Stephanie Schultz (230 yards, wow!)

Closest to the Line - Fay Morrison On in One (on the third hole) - Susan Spence In the Trap - Kate Friesen Birdie Draw - Birdies were made by Christine McCrady and Fay Berthelette 3rd Hole Investors Draw (Bruce Eyford) - Anita Borlabe Flight Winners Flight 1: Laureen Johnstone, Norma Purdy, Chris Bartlett Flight 2: Heather Willoughby, Leanne Van Bergen, Susan Gibbs Flight 3: Sherill Zellis, Ann Manning, Margot Langdon Flight 4: Vicki Jonsson, Debbie McKibbon, Jan Willows, Flight 5: Megan Wells, Glennis Wilkinson, Sharon Blanchard Flight 6: Betty Lodewyks, Mia Guenther, Rhett Thomas Many thanks to our volunteers in their various capacities: Andrea Vogt, Shelley Saunders, Peggy Anson, Judy Walker, Leslie Sarchuk, Debby Jordan-Paton, Pat Nosworhty, Susan Spence, Andrea Moore, Pam Lloyd, Rosemary Scurfield, Joyce Ramsey, and Betty Hansford

Our Silent Auction was a huge success raising $1395! We are so grateful to all of you who participated in the silent auction plus the following businesses and individuals for their generous contributions. I’m the sure Victoria Beach Community Centre will be pleased to receive our donation!

Birchwood Hotel South Beach Casino Resort Carol’s on Leon Ken’s Eavestroughing Traverse Bay Corner Idle Thyme Restaurant Lakehouse Treasures Grand Pines Golf Course Saffies/VB Store/Le Gouter Invisible Hands Massage Therapy Pine Greenhouse Lorne Anderson Septic Service Einfeld’s Bakery Moonlight Inn Ateah Realty White Pine Bicycle Co. Kenaston Wine Market Tree Whisperer/Gary Danwich Johnies Sticky Buns Putter’s Dream Pine Falls Golf Course CAA Manitoba/Andrea Vogt GolfTown/Kevin Willoughby CBC/Diane Eyford VB Golf Course Laureen Johnstone Sally Lawler Heather Willoughby Kathy and Laith Gagnon Carol Hutchison Bev Mackelson Judy Walker Pat Nosworthy Bruce Eyford Jack Fotheringham Last, but not least, I would like to thank my great committee, Laureen Johnstone, Sally Lawler, and Diane Eyford for all their help, ideas and time. An event like this does not just happen and sharing the workload has made it more fun and manageable.

Please contact me if you are interested in joining our 2017 organizing team. It’s just a 3 year commitment and the reward is in the doing!

Heather Willoughby

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Ladies VB Golf Tournament Results

Gloria Fillion, Dorothea Cassels, Peggy Maeren, and Betty Lodewyks

Non-Member Lowest Score: Christine McCrady

Member Lowest Score: Susan Spence

Leslie McLeod, Dawn Kirbyson, Gail Henderson, and Connie Drybrough

VB Morning Regulars!

Fay Morrison, Rhett Thomas

Laureen Lailey, Cathy Carlson, Karen Glennis Wilkinson, Megan Wells, Sharon Maternick, and Anndrea O’Connor Blanchard

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Silent Auction Volunteers Saunders and Peggy Anson

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2016 VB Bike Race Results!

Congratulations to all of the participants in this year’s bike race, another glorious race day at Victoria Beach. There were a total of 83 participants in this year’s race. Huge thanks to the parents and grandparents that volunteered to help direct traffic and ensure a safe course for the racers. Thanks to the Rec. Staff for helping with coordination of the event.

Special thanks to VB public works that not only moved the poles this year filled and smoothed the wash out at the finish line.

We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in helping make things go as smoothly as possible.

Here are your winners: Girls 4-5 1st Place: Sofia Lyon 2nd Place: Maya Veitch 3rd Place: Claragh Berko Boys 4-5 1st Place: Wesley Neufeld 2nd Place: Cedric Schuermann 3rd Place: Ben Bueckert Girls 6-7 1st Place: Annabella Sime-Surcon 2nd Place: Leah Orloff 3rd Place: Isabel Neufeld Boys 6-7 1st Place: Will McCaig 2nd Place: Declan Preston 3rd Place: Noah Bueckert

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Girls 8-9 1st Place: Capri Mawhinney 2nd Place: Skylar Lock 3rd Place: Mischa Grover Boys 8-9 1st Place: Bennett Sime-Surcon 2nd Place: Pearson Berko 3rd Place: Pascal Schuermann Girls 10-12 1st Place Tie : Piper Hughes/Jessica Preston 2nd Place: Alicia Schuermann 3rd Place: Stella McCaig

Girls 13-18 1st Place & Winner of the Sam Clapham Memorial Trophy: Avery Edwards 2nd Place: Chris Oakley 3rd Place: Dana Poulton Boys 13-18 1st Place & Winner of the Norman C. Carriere Trophy: Ian Willison 2nd Place: Harrison Giesbrecht 3rd Place: Sam Menec Thanks, and see you all next year!

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Boys 10-12 1st Place: Maclean Fish 2nd Place: Rylan Beggs 3rd Place: Josh Bueckert

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Hear Ye, All Who Love Lake Winnipeg!

VB’s Walk for Water Is THIS Sunday, August 7th!!

Whether you’re a walker or a non-walker, there is still time to support this important event and the Lake Winnipeg Foundation (LWF), an organization dedicated to finding ways to improve the health of our lake. Let’s band together and help get rid of that destructive algae!

Walkers: Pledge forms were inserted into every copy of last week’s Herald (July 29th). Take a look; it might still be there.

Pledge forms are also available at all of VB’s key locations plus the Senior Scene, Saffie’s, and online at lakewinnipegfoundation. org --- and please don’t worry about having to bring in a large amount of $; every single bit truly counts! (Note: (a) Participants who have to drive to VB will be allowed free parking on the morning of Aug. 7th. (b) Walkers are asked to bring along their own bottle of water.)

Rain or shine, registration will begin at the VB Clubhouse at 9:15 AM, and the Walk will get underway at 10. Between 9:15 and 10, volunteer members of VB’s Walk for Water Team and members of the LWF staff will be present to chat with everyone, answer

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Non Walkers: You too can definitely support this event by signing a walker’s pledge sheet or simply by making a donation to the Lake Winnipeg Foundation in support of VB’s Walk for Water. If you can, do come down to the clubhouse on Sunday between 9:15 and 10 AM. We’d love to see you!

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The East Side Pickle Ball League The East Side Pickle Ball League got off to a slow start in May at the new V.B. Community/Sports Centre thanks to Al Rear who saw to the setting up of the courts and nets.

As of last Monday, 17 eager pickle ballers came to play from several beaches on this side of the lake. The League plays Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to noon, and on Tuesday and Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., all on a drop in basis. Fees are $2 for members of the V.B. Community Centre, and $3 for non members, per day.

The camaraderie and fun has been great, meeting new members every day. Paddles and balls are provided. All you have to bring is your fee, a pair of runners, and be ready to have a lot of fun playing the fastest growing sport in North America!

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Paint Nite Victoria Beach It’s on! Paint Nite Victoria Beach is happening on Wednesday August 17th at 7 pm at the Victoria Beach Clubhouse. Tickets are $40/person and there will be wine and other refreshments for sale that evening as well. Proceeds from Paint nite go to support your Victoria Beach Club.

Don’t know what “Paint Nite” is? It’s a night with painting and beverages. The painting is decided on beforehand and there is an instructor/artist to help you create your versions of that painting. It’s a fun social evening with an artistic twist.

You can check out www.paintnite.com for more information.

You don’t have to be an artist to attend. Just come and have fun!

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Junior Tennis Tournament Results The 2016 edition of the VB Junior Tennis Tournament was a great success! By the numbers, we had 120 games played over 2 scorching hot days by 82 juniors (and 38 parents). The heat was tough, but our kids and their families were tougher! Gallons of cold water, bags of ice, hats, sunscreen and the occasional well-timed pier jump kept competitors cool enough to compete.

Kudos to all players for their hard work, skillful tennis and admirable sportsmanship.

Thank you to Bryan Yagi and the tennis attendants for helping us stay organized at the kiosk, friends and family for coming out to cheer, and to Kick It Dance Studio for donating all of the Gatorade.

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84% of WOMEN MISSING BENEFITS OF SPORTS The following is an excerpt from a new study that finds severe gender inequality for Canadian women in sport. March 7, 2016.

Canada may be a sport-loving nation, but when it comes to access to sport for Canadian women, it has a long way to go for the win. The report, entitled Women in Sport—Fueling a Lifetime of Participation, highlights the severe gender inequality for Canadian women in sport, and is the first of its kind, pairing data and research from academic journals and peer-reviewed articles with primary research obtained from national surveys and the analysis of four years of female sports media coverage.

Among its key findings: • 41 per cent of girls between the ages of 3-17 years do not participate in sport— and this jumps to 84 per cent in adult women; • Entering adolescence, sport participation drops by 22%, and school sport participation drops close to 26% • By ten years of age, if a girl has yet to participate in sports, there is only a 10% chance that she will be physically active as an adult

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• Only 24 per cent of all Athletic Director positions and 17 per cent of all head coaching spots in the CIS are female; • Only 38 per cent of senior staff and 29 per cent of board members are female, among national and multi-sport organizations; • A review of programming data from Canada’s primary national sports networks, concluded that of approximately 35,000 hours in programming in 2014, only 4 per cent went towards the coverage of women’s sports, with over half of that percentage covering women’s professional tennis and the Sochi Olympics; • Only 5 per cent of the total area of top national print media sports coverage researched was dedicated to women; • Only 24 per cent featured any coverage of women at all; • The representation of women in sport commonly centers on femininity, rather than highlighting their athletic accomplishments.

What you can do: • Schedule time for sport and recognize its importance for physical, mental, and social health; • Help girls’ confidence in sport by focusing on fundamental movements such as kicking, running, jumping, and catching before introducing sport-specific skills; • Encourage girls to join and continue to play, coach, and officiate a variety of sports from youth into adulthood; • Support elite female athletes by attending and watching events and by following them on social media; • Promote female sports news stories that focus on athletic skills, healthy living champions, accomplishments, and profiles of positive role models; • Encourage the “next generation” of female sports enthusiasts by supporting an environment that is diverse, welcoming, and fun.

At VB we have held Girls Tennis Day for the last 12 years.

Our last two head tennis positions were filled by females.

Although there are fewer females than males playing in tournaments, female participation in our programming is extremely high.

At VB we provide opportunities for everyone to participate in a positive and encouraging environment.

thank you: to John Heppenstall and Allan Morrish for organizing and hosting another fabulous VB Senior Tennis Tournament. Despite the large entry, and the absence of Greg Loader, the tournament went off without a hitch. to Matt Heiman, Geoff Kirbyson and John Blair for teaching Adult Drills on July 26. to all the participants in the Senior Tournament who gave us three days of entertaining tennis. to Andy Boehm from the local police force for using his radar gun to measure the fastest serves at the VB Senior Tournament. Not all contestants could participate but, for those who did, the most accurate serve was Lisa Lucht and the fastest serve was a three way tie at 111 mph between Matt Heiman, Brian Forsyth and Mike Lodewyks.

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Hello everyone, here are the results from the men’s open golf tournament that was held on Friday the 22nd. The winner with a score of 73 was John Brownell, congratulations John! The day was perfect, hot and dry.

Other winners, Perry Edwards for long drive, Ralph Miller for closest to the line, Jack Fotheringham for close to the hole. John Gow won the draw for the golf bag. Congratulations to all. I would like to thank Marcal Charboneau and Bruce Eyford for their continuing support and donations, also Ken Rousen and friends for their support with score keeping and emceeing. Without their help the tournament wouldn’t be the same!

The course is in great shape, thanks to my staff for working hard and it shows. So come out and enjoy the golf club in your own back yard.

Karl Hutchison

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Art Vincent Memorial 11 am Join us for a wonderful morning celebrating all our canine companions at VB. Large or small, young or old, bring out your dogs to strut their stuff! Have them show off a favourite trick or just pose for the crowd! Prizes for all participants!

Everyone is welcome to come out and cheer them on!

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Wow! What a fantastic summer of events so far! What an amazing group of volunteers we have to convene our events â&#x20AC;&#x201C; both regular events and special events. We have some new convenors this summer and still our events keep running no problem. Shauna and I have been your Special Events convenors for 3 years and we are happy to pass on our duties.

We recruited Lindsay Stevenson for this summer to learn the role. And, as of Sports Day, we have found her a new partner â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cathy Carlson! Thanks ladies for volunteering to keep our programs going. This job involves organizing volunteer convenors before the season and getting the calendar ready to print. AND it involves asking new people to take on events. Not easy!! So, if you are ready, please contact us and help keep the Flea Market going. We need someone to partner up with Lyndsi and also to head up the clean-up as Lorraine Cook is retiring after many years. If we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find a volunteer, we will not have this event and it can be tricky to find volunteers before the summer starts.

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Round Robin Week 4 Adult Round Robin was hot this week, and I’m not just talking about the weather. Everyone was on fire! The scores were so close that the finalists had to play a tie-break set. A big congratulation to everyone that came out!

Alan Adamson, Dane Gubbels, Susan Fargason, John Stapleton, Dave Wilson, Nikolaj Ehlers, Meagan Strome, Kathy Melville, Audrey Benningen, Bob Scurfield, Brenda Constable, Teresa Young, Megan Wells, Laurel Manns, Nichole Massé, Slyvain Delaquis, Arroll Stewart, Sue Hodgson, Ken Mitchell, Céline Dion, Jeff Hollins, Jeff Lailey, Pat Yarnell , Mark Scheifele, Garth Grover, Bill Head, Laurel M, Jonathan Elcomb, Nancy Greer, Lisa Rogerson, Alia Chekov, and Margot Langdon.

The Results: Monday, July 25th 1.

Nikolaj Ehlers, Slyvain Delaquis 2.

Alan Adamson, Brenda Constable 3.

Dave Wilson, Nicole Massé Friday, July 29th 1.

Jeff Hollins, Jeff Lailey 2.

Pat Yarnell , Mark Scheifele 3.

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Volleyball Tournament Reminder The volleyball tournament is a fun event taking place Saturday August 6th at the Sports Grounds. We have a recreational side and a competitive side. You must have at least two female players on your team. Please register your team with Lisa at 204-999-4715 by Friday August 5th.

Lisa Lucht and Sophie McGoey

VB Novelty Tennis Tournament 2016 August 13th and 14th As we begin to wind down the tennis season at our beloved VB. courts, we would like to remind everyone that the Novelty Tennis Tournament will be held on the weekend of August 13th and 14th.

FUNALICIOUS MUCH! Players of all skill levels are encouraged to participate. Please be advised that all players must be members of the Victoria Beach Club and have their own shoe tag. Brenda and I look forward to an excellent weekend of great tennis, many laughs and camaraderie. Please note that this tournament is a two day event. Please consult your social calendars and ensure that you are available for both days. Dropping out at the last minute makes it difficult and cumbersome for the conveners. That being said, please also let us know via the sign up sheets if you can only play either the Saturday OR Sunday and we will contact you in the event of a last minute dropout due to illness or unforeseen circumstances.

Here are a few important notes for your information.

• Sign up sheets will be posted at the tennis courts on Friday, August 5th at noon.

• Sheets will be taken down at 5pm on Thursday, August 11th (or when the first 48 players have signed up). Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. The draw filled up very quickly last year.

• Entry fee is $5.00 Please play before you play. We will hunt you down otherwise.

• The Match committee will make up teams of 4 players. (Groups are highly encouraged to come up with a team name). Prizes will be awarded for originality.

• Each entrant will play a total of 4 sets. (2 sets on Saturday and 2 sets on Sunday) • Matches will consist of pro-sets (first to nine wins; tie breaker at 8 all). All games will be “no-ad deuce”.

• Winners will be decided by total games won. Losses will subtracted in the event of a tie.

• The above format is subject to change due to inclement weather or number of entries.

A HUGE thank you to Stino Siragusa who has convened this event for many years. YOU ROCK! Brenda Vielhaber Elly Black

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Cross Country Run Saturday August 6th Cross Country Run is coming up!

Registration: 9:00 a.m. at the clubhouse Race Time: 9:30 a.m. sharp Short course: approximately 3km; Long course: approximately 5 km.

Family relay: (4 members/extended family) Last year’s trophy winners please return them to the Johnson’s at 309-3rd or bring them to the Clubhouse on the morning of Saturday August 6th Shannon Johnson

POLICEMANS CORNER At 05:02 hours last Saturday, a cottage owner called VB Police stating that there was a large male on his deck with a screwdriver in his hand, banging on the door, telling the cottage owner to open the door. There was another large male standing “6” at the fence gate. Both were dressed in dark clothing. The male was informed that the Police had been called and were on their way.

Police response time was 12 minutes. People are reminded that we do live in a resort community but there ARE wild animals here and there ARE people lurking around, bent on doing crime and taking what is not theirs. This is said not to scare but to inform and remind. The VB Police are here for you 24-7 and we service a small area which makes our response time very quick. DO NOT open your door to strangers and LET US KNOW right away, not the next day when you spot us cycling or walking about.

It is now mandatory Province wide that anyone under 18 years of age must wear a helmet while riding a bicycle. Some feel they are exempt when at the beach but this is not so. An example of why it is important to wear a bicycle helmet AT ANY AGE occurred recently. While riding with her husband, a 63-year-old female fell off her bicycle and hit her head, knocking herself unconscious for several minutes. She sustained a nasty gash to the back of her head which bled profusely and required medical attention.

This can happen to anyone at any time so please be prepared and ride smartly. I have noticed that skiers have started wearing ski helmets and now it is unusual to see a skier / boarder not wearing one. The VBPolice in conjunction with the Moonlight Inn have embarked on a reward program for youngsters wearing bicycle helmets. See article in Herald # 6 page 28.

Stewart MacPHERSON

Victoria Beach HERALD

VB Community Church Thanks a lot to Paul Boge for once again bringing the message.

And it’s nice to see beach people back to renew old friendships in the congregation. Next week we will have Murray Henderson with us again - his retirement is to our advantage here at VB. See you Sunday!

Betty Hansford

Annual VB Pedalling for Wishes Ride

On August 24th, 2016 the 7th Bi-Annual Victoria Beach Police “Pedaling for Wishes Ride” will take place. This marathon bike ride is in support of the Children Wish Foundation which grants wishes for children with a life-threatening illness. The bike ride starts at the Victoria Beach gate and ends with a police escorted ride through Portage and Main with a grand finish at the Travelodge on Fermor Road in Winnipeg.

Riders that participant in the ride raise money through donation or sponsorships. A booth will be set up this year in the village green on Sunday August 1st from 12:30 to 4:30 in the afternoon to explain the ride and collect donations. Support of any size will be gratefully accepted. Let’s work together to grant some deserving children their wish. The more money raised the more children we can help. In 2014 the ride raised over $30,000 for the Children’s Wish Foundation and granted several children their dream wish.

This year’s ride is dedicated to granting the wish of a special 5 year old named Hope.

Within moments of her birth, Hope struggled to breathe. She was immediately taken to the neonatal intensive care unit where she was intubated (tube down her throat) to help her tiny body get oxygen. A few hours later she was transferred to another hospital in Winnipeg and barely 24 hours after her birth was flown by air ambulance to the Stollery Children’s Hospital in Edmonton. She was diagnosed with Pulmonary Atresia with Atrial Septal Defect, a serious congenital heart defect that is often diagnosed before birth, but in Hope’s case did not show up in any of her fetal scans.

While in Edmonton, Hope underwent PDA litigation and then had open heart surgery to put a central shunt in her chest. Several days later she had to undergo the procedure again to revise the shunt because it had clotted. Hope responded very well after the second surgery, and by the time she was 5 weeks old she could go home with her family.

Although she lives with very low oxygen levels, she always seems to have more energy than her mom and dad!

Hope hasn’t decided yet what her Wish will be, but is having a lot of fun thinking about all the possibilities. She has some really great ideas - like taking a rocket ship up to see the moon (but only if Queen Elsa from the movie Frozen can come too), and meeting a “real, live unicorn”.

Help us grant Hope and other children their wishes! Donations can be made at the information booth at the gate, next Sunday in the village green or to any participating riders.

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Best Spot on the Lot Raffle Proceeds Support the Victoria Beach Doctor’s Office and First Responders I was asked again this week, “Where are the AEDs?” Now, some of you are probably asking, “What is an AED?” AED stands for Automated External Defibrillator. They are portable electronic devises that diagnose life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias and then treat them through defibrillation. AEDs are designed to be used by a layperson and can be highly effective if used quickly during a cardiac arrest.

Victoria Beach is equipped with several AEDs and they are accessible at the following locations: • VB Clubhouse (when unlocked, swim instructors have access) - inside front entrance, on right • VB Tennis Courts - ask court attendant • Victoria Beach Community Center - inside front doors on right, next to the kitchen door • VB Fire Dept - one in Fire Rescue Unit, one in Water Rescue vessel and one in Medical First Responder Unit • VB Police Dept. - in Police Vehicle Knowing the location of the nearest AED, calling 911, and applying knowledge learned from taking first aid and CPR courses could help save a life.

The “Best Spot on the Lot” Raffle raises money for the Victoria Beach Medical Assistance Fund. These funds are used to purchase equipment for the Doctor’s Office and our First Responders. The tickets are $2.00 each and the draw is Sunday Sept. 4th. First Prize is free reserved prime parking for 2017 season. Second prize is 4 free taxi rides. Third prize is a $75.00 Gift Certificate to Carol’s on Leon. Fourth prize is a Gift Package from Tiffanie’s Beauty Salon. Tickets are available at the Parking Lot and Tiffanie’s Beauty Salon on Ateah Rd. I will be selling tickets on the village green on Saturday, July 30th from 10:00 to 4:00. Come see me.

Betty Lodewyks

Special Events News It’s going to be an active Saturday and Sunday. There will be something for everyone. On Saturday August 6th Lisa Lucht and Sophie McGoey are running the Volleyball Tournament and the Johnson Family is convening the Cross Country Run for yet another summer. Then on Sunday August 7th it’s the LWF Walk –For-Water run by Deanne McDonald and Sandy McCaig. Also on Sunday it’s The Adult Soccer Tournament starting at 9 am at the VB sportsground with convenors Rex Neuendorff and Stino Siragusa. Thanks to all these amazing volunteers for keeping August so packed with fun events.

The last of the Teen Movie nights will be held Wednesday August 10th at 9pm. Come out and see all your summer friends at the last movie of the season.

If you would like to get involved with our Special Events or Regular Events, please get in touch. You can contact Shauna at 204-756-6642 or text 204-941-0077 or Jill at 204-756-2879 or text 403-807-1784 or Lindsay at 204-756-2768 or text 204-990-6475.

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HOWDY VB KIDS !

Rec Programs August 8-12

Last week! Don't miss out on the fun!

Arts & Crafts

SPORTS GROUND ACTIVITIES

This week is

Create a craft Tuesday at the Clubhouse at 12:30

Bike Hike

TEEN MOVIE

to Lost Lagoon Don’t forget your Towel, Bathing suit and Helmet We leave from the Clubhouse at 10:00 Sharp Wednesday

August 10 featuring

The Breakfast Club 9PM Clubhouse All those 13+ welcome Free Popcorn!

Prizes!

Follow us on Twitter @VBClubMB for daily updates

Children’s Games: Mon. & Fri. 10:00-11:00 am (Ages 4-10) Family Recreation: Mon. Wed. Fri. 7:30-8:30 pm Golf Lessons: Tues. & Thurs.

10:00-10:45 am (Ages 7-16) Youth Sport: Mon. & Fri. 10:00-11:00 am (Ages 10-14)

KIDS MOVIE NIGHTS EVERY TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS MOVIES START AT 7:00 PM AT THE CLUBHOUSE

Inside Out

August 9 PG | 1h 35 min

August 11

Star Wars-The Force Awakens

PG | 2h 316 min Come in costume as your favorite Star Wars character and win a prize!!

Railway Centennial: Sharing Memories of the Beach In the spring of 1916, the Canadian Northern Railway announced that the two new lake resorts of Victoria Beach and Grand Marais (Grand Beach) were ‘ready to open for the season’ on Saturday, June 17th. It has been 100 years since Mr. Osborne Scott, the passenger agent, opened the new railway station at Victoria Beach and the first train steamed in. At that time, there were less than a dozen buildings here, consisting of a small store, a post office, a scattering of cottages and the Pinehurst Inn at Pier Point.

To recognize our railway centennial, we invite you to join your fellow lakers to share stories at the Art Vincent Memorial Stage on the Village Green, where the train used to roll in. This informal event will take place beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 14th. We can reminisce about early years, travelling to the beach on the train and anything else that people care to share. We will have some interesting historic photos to present to you.

Sheila Grover and Greg Thomas

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37th ANNUAL VICTORIA BEACH 55+ GOLF TOURNAMENT AND DINNER WHEN: Monday, September 12th, 2016 WHERE: Victoria Beach Golf Course and the dinner is at the Victoria Beach Community Centre on Highway 59.

The turkey dinner, catered by the Merry Makers, will be at 6:15 pm, and the doors will open at 5:00 pm.

GOLF 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, the VB Community Centre/Sports Club or the East Beaches Senior Scene. [Golfer’s spouses/partners may be under 55 and may golf, but cannot win a golf prize.]

GOLF SIGN-UP SHEET: Available at the VB Golf Course as of August 1st.

DINNER TICKETS: Available at the VB Golf Course as of August 2nd to September 5th for golfers and guests and others who may wish to attend.

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 2016 55+ Golf Committee: Ray and Lise Plouffe Claude and Gloria Fillion Peggy and Ken Maeren/Gail and Harry Radtke

YOU REALLY CAN AFFORD TO ESCAPE THE COLD LONG STAY t #FBVUJGVM 7JDUPSJB #SJUJTI $PMVNCJB t +BO Victoria offers a unique blend of old world charm and new world experiences.

Boasting the mildest climate in Canada, colorful gardens, and quaint shops, Victoria is the perfect destination to get away from the cold.

Trip Includes: Airfare from Winnipeg Round trip transfers $2399 OJHIUT JO B POF CFESPPN TVJUF t )BSPVS 5PXFST

For more Information call Tammy MacIntosh at (204) 756- 6365 or email tammy@ixtapatravel.ca Prices are based on double occupancy and do not include tax.

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VB COUNTRY MARKET Every Saturday until September 3 10 am – 1 pm Pancakes on the griddle - Coffee in the pot.

Signs along the boulevard. Cars parked inside the lot.

Some Venders under canopies; others in the sun.

Another market setting up for another day of fun.

Where are those tomatoes? Do you have more honey?

What happened to the wild rice? I hope I’ve got some money!

Every week there’s different things to make the trip worthwhile.

So don’t miss out the chance to see we’ll greet you with a smile.

Warm hugs from friends and squeals of joy are common sights and sounds.

It makes the Market come alive, as our community abounds.

Thank you for supporting the Victoria Beach Community Centre by supporting the vendors at the Market and the Volunteers In the Canteen cooking breakfast each week.

To join the Market, contact 204-756-2181 to book a space for any day to sell or promote whatever you like.

Proceeds from space rental ($15) go to the Victoria Beach Community Centre.

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CLASSIFIEDS ROCKSTAR JEWELRY SALE - 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 6th at 214 4th Avenue. Rain date...Monday, Aug. 7th.

close to all amenities. To view 204-756-2952.

PRITCHARD ARTWEAR - is selling various clothing items from our collection all summer. We have leggings, shorts, capris and many other items. Check out some of these items at Pritchard ArtWear on Facebook. Please call 204 756-2468 or email info@pritchardartwear.com — have bike will deliver.

NEED A HANDYMAN? For prompt, courteous, and reliable help call Mikes Handyman Service at 204-756-6163 or 204799-1703.

SUN COUNTRY ARTS AND CRAFTS SALE - Saturday, August 13, 9:30 am to 2:30 pm, Victoria Beach Community Centre. Contact Barb Batulla for tables 204 794-7158.

Classified ads are an affordable way of selling new or used items; Expanding your business; Sending your loved one a congratulations message or announcing the birth of your baby, grand baby or engagement. Cost is $10 for 25 words and $.25 for each additional word and can be paid by visa or m/c. Please contact Lana at 204-292-2128 or email: jmeier@ highspeedcrow.ca before Friday 4 p.m.

MANITOBA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM REFORM – Dr. Henry P. Krahn books on Manitoba Health Care System reform are available at Saffies and VB General Store.

FURNISHED CABIN FOR SALE by owner – 201-5th Ave., $169,900. 3 bdrm, 864 sq. ft., indoor plumbing, washer/dryer,

RAINBOW INTUITIVE PRACTITIONER - Registered Karuna Reiki Master, Usui Reiki Master, Hypnotherapist, NLP Practitioner, Pulsed Electromagnetic Therapy and more. 7562387.

BIKES WANTED - Has the spark that once drew you to that old beach bike fizzled? Have old tires, frames and parts become eyesores or clutter in sheds or backyards? If so, please don’t let them rust away or meet their end at the dump, but call 204 963 6659 for free removal... to a better place.

VB PEDALGOGY COMMUNITY BIKE SHOP - Fix your own bike, build a ‘new’ one for yourself or a ‘re-cycle’ for the community. no experience required! Lessons, access to tools and parts all pay as you can - sweat-equity an option as no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Sat 11am-5pm & Sundays by appointment (call or text) 204 963 6659 located at 326 8th Ave.

Letter to the Editor …

I want to thank the three great girls who headed the membership drive this year … Monica, Darcie and Jen. They were so much fun to work for and what a huge job they did!

Donna Plant

Welcome back everyone – for another great summer!

Victoria Beach LAKEFRONTS

Victoria Beach Non-Restricted Area

57 Bayview REDUCED 103 Sunset REDUCED 201 Sunset Blvd 331 Sunset Blvd 417 Sunset Blvd

$299,900 $334,900 $649,900 $385,000 $279,900

11 Lakewood Dr $179,900 1 Zeglinsky Cresc $149,900 13 Clearwater SOLD $146,900 6 Sprague Cresc REDUCED $219,900 $189,900 8 Sprague REDUCED

1 Elm St 7 Elm St SOLD 3 Thomas SOLD 5 Juniper SOLD 6 Beech Cresc 15 Scott Dr 60 Gibson 309 1st Ave 318 2nd Ave 315 3rd Ave SOLD 306 4th Ave REDUCED 311 4th Ave 214 5th Ave REDUCED 305 5th Ave 342 6th Ave 313 3rd Ave

$149,900 $129,000 $149,000 $149,900 $325,000 $145,000 $195,000 $449,900 $249,900 $199,900 $199,000 $184,900 $199,900 $224,900 $199,900 $219,900

Victoria Beach Restricted Area

Lots , Land & Acreage 116 8th Ave SOLD $110,000 339 8th Ave Rare, vacant lot backs on to golf course $85,000 30 Clearwater Lakefront 5.76 acres,driveway in, partially cleared $199,900 7 Birch Haven hydro to lot line, driveway in place $29,900 29 Evergreen Rd Free gravel drive & Lot clearing till July 31 $31,900 6 Evergreen Rd Free gravel drive & lot Clearing till July 31 $29,900 4 Evergreen Rd Free gravel drive & Lot clearing till July 31 $29,900 23 Lakewood Dr Free gravel drive & Lot clearing till July 31 $29,900 45 Ateah Rd 2.45 acres $160,000

WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS! 204-756-3749 www.ateahrealty.com Come & enjoy paradise at VB! 39004 Hillside Beach Rd

Thank you to Doctor Garth Campbell and Welcome Back to Doctor Katherine Kearns The medical committee, Reeve and Council would like to thank Dr. Garth Campbell for once again coming out to Victoria Beach and providing us with his skills and service. We hope to see you back again next summer.

At the same time, we could like to welcome Dr. Katherine Kearns and her family back to Victoria Beach for another week.

She will be joining us for one more week this summer.

The Doctor’s cottage is at 124 Birch Avenue. The phone number is 204-756-6305. Clinic hours are 9:30 to 11:30 and 5:30 to 7:30,Tuesday to Sunday. On Monday there is one clinic only from 5:30 through to 7:30 p.m.

This service is available to everyone. If you live outside the vehicle restricted area, stop at the white information building and ask. The attendant will help you get to the doctor safely. There is an occasional parking rate of only $2.00 to park your car and walk down.

REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR MEDICAL CARD. So once again, welcome Dr. Kearns. We appreciate your coming to Victoria Beach and sharing your skills with us.

RMVB REEVE, COUNCIL AND THE MEDICAL COMMITTEE

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Another 30+ Dance Done and Dusted

I would like to thank all who attended. The toga theme worked exceptionally well - a number of cottages lost bed sheets with a few found on the beach and in the bushes the next morning.

I would like to specifically thank those who assisted in the planning and operation including Suzy Hester, Diana Jones, Shannon Johnson, Lyndsay Stevenson and Paul Wiebe. In addition, the outstanding assistance of Bruce Sirrell and his Rec staff (I would still be cleaning without their support), Joyce and her team from the Moonlight Inn, Chris Chipman / Steve Dubienski for the fantastic food and of course Russ Psooy and the Lemon Swishes.

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Douglas Pritchard

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