VB Herald - August 11, 2017

92nd year • Issue No. 8

A non-profit service of the Victoria Beach Club

Friday, August 11, 2017

The expression on this little guy’s face says “try hard and have fun!”

And that’s what the VB Bike Race is all about! A number of VBs finest up-andcoming cyclists turned out for the 2017 edition and it was once again a big hit! Everyone finished safely, ribbons and trophies were awarded and everyone did a great job navigating the avenues of Victoria Beach. activity

victoria beach club special activities 2017

DATE TIME LOCATION CONVENOR

VB Volunteer Appreciation Fri., Aug. 11 Cross Country Run Sat., Aug. 12 Dog Show Sat., Aug. 12 LWD Walk for Water Sun., Aug. 13 VB Club Annual Meeting Sun., Aug. 13

7:00-9:00 PM Clubhouse Sheri Hyra & Barb Hansford 9:00 AM (registration) Clubhouse The Johnson Family 11:00 AM Art Vincent Memorial Trish Nesbitt & Paul Infuso 9:15 am (registration) Clubhouse Team LWF 4:00 PM Clubhouse Suzy Cramp

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Office: 39004 Hillside Beach Rd Phone: 204.756.3749 ateahrealty.com Shanna Karle Owner/Broker/REALTOR® Susan (Gee) Thomas, REALTOR® Cheryl Trainor, REALTOR® 2015

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REGULAR ACTIVITIES

CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES

Yoga (Adults & Teens): Mon & Fri 9:00-10:15 AM / 10:45 AM-Noon Pamela Beazley Wed. 10:00-11:30 AM Fitness Classes: Tues. & Thurs. 10:00-11:00 AM Julie McPetrie Arts & Crafts: Tuesdays 12:30-2:00 PM Nancy Sarchuk, Lily Massé & Rec Staff Bike Hikes: Wed. 10:00 AM-Noon (Ages 7-12) Rec. Assistants Duplicate Bridge: Mon. 6:30 PM Ken Capelle, Gail & Bob Henderson, Henry Krahn Mixed Bridge: Wed. 1:15 PM Joan Irving, Tammy McIntosh Movies: Tues. & Thurs. (see movie times below) Rec. Assistants Swimming Lessons: July 3 - Aug. 11 Safe Swim Team Swimming Inquiries: Mon. - Fri. 9:30-10:00 AM Cameron Russell French Lessons: Wed. 6:00-7:30 PM (except July 12 & Aug 2) Sophie McGoey *ART Thursday: Thurs. 12 Noon-3:00 PM Barbara Pritchard

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Mon. & Wed. 11:00 AM-Noon, 7:00-8:00 PM Tues. Thurs. Fri. Sat. 10:00 AM-Noon Sun. Noon-1:00 PM

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

Youth Sport: Boot camp with Julie:

Recreation Assistants Mon. & Fri. 10:00-11:00 AM (Ages 4-10) Mon. Wed. Fri. 7:30-8:30 PM Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AM (ages 6-11) Sports Field Thursdays 5:30 PM (ages 12-16) VB Golf Course Mon. & Fri. 10:00-11:00 AM (Ages 10-14) Art Vincent Memorial Stage 8:30-9:30 AM. See details and dates in The Herald

TENNIS COURT ACTIVITIES Youth Tennis Lessons: Junior Tennis Nights: Adult Tennis Round Robin: Adult GVS Family Tennis

Tennis Court Attendants Wed., 11:30 AM-12:15 PM and Fri., 12:30-1:15 PM (Ages 5-6) Tues. & Thurs. 12:3 -1:30 PM (Ages 7-9) Mon., 12:30-1:30 PM & Thurs., 1:30-2:30 PM (Ages 10 & over) Mon. & Wed. 6:00-7:30 PM (Ages 11-18) Mon. & Fri. (Register) 10:45 AM; (Play) 11:00 AM-12:30 PM (ground stroke, volley, smash) Tues., Thurs. & Saturdays 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Tues. & Thurs. 6:15-7:15 PM

VICTORIA BEACH CLUB SPECIAL ACTIVITIES 2017

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VB Membership Blitz VB Fireworks Bike Auction Swim Registration Tennis Manitoba Day Girls’ Tennis Day Teen Movie Night Rogers Rookie Tournament Flea Market Flea Market Clean-Up & Charity Drive

Fri., Sat., Sun. /June 30, July 1& 2 Sat July 1st Sat., July 1 Sun., July 2 Mon., July 3 Tues., July 4 Wed., July 5 Fri., July 7 Sat., July 8 Sat., July 8

Door to Door 10:45 PM Best views from Yacht Club Beach or Redwing Park 1:00 PM Police Station 10:00 AM - Noon Clubhouse 12:30-3:00 PM Tennis Courts 3:00-4:30 PM Tennis Courts 9:00 PM Clubhouse 2:00-5:00 PM Tennis Courts 8:00 AM 12 set-up/12:30-2:30 PM Sale Clubhouse 2:30-5:00 PM Clubhouse

Beach Events Book Sale Ladies’ Movie Night 200 Metre Open Swim Sports Day *Paint Night Sandcastle Building Adult Soccer Tournament Teen Movie Night Men’s Golf Tournament Children’s Masquerade Masters Tennis Tournament *Robert Kennedy Adult Tennis Lessons Junior Tennis Tournament

Sun., July 9 Sun., July 9 Wed., July 12 Sat., July 15 Sat., July 15 Sat., July 15 Sun., July 16 Sun., July 16 Wed., July 19 Fri., July 21 Sat., July 22 Sat., Sun., July 22 & 23 Tues., July 25 Wed., Thurs., July 26 & 27

10:30 AM - Noon 1:00-3:00 PM 7:00 PM 2:00 PM 10:00 AM- Noon 7:00 PM 10:00 AM - Noon 10:00 AM 9:00 PM

Ladies’ Golf Tournament Teen Bonfire on the Beach Fishing Derby 30+ Dance 800 Metre Open Swim Volleyball Tournament Duplicate Bridge Tournament Junior Golf Tournament Teen Scavenger Hunt Rogers Rookie Tournament Trivia Night VB Film Festival North 59 Fine Art Exhibition VB Club Raffle Senior Tennis Tournament Bike Race Youth Soccer Tournament Teen Movie Night VB Volunteer Appreciation Cross Country Run Dog Show Lake Winnipeg Foundation Walk for Water VB Club Annual Meeting Novelty Tennis Tournament 55+ Golf Tournament & Dinner

Wed., July 26 Wed., July 26 Sat. July 29 Sat., July 29 Sun. July 30 Sun., July 30 Wed., Aug 2 Thurs., Aug. 3 Thurs., Aug. 3 Thurs., Aug. 3 Fri., Aug. 4 Sat., Sun., Aug. 5 & 6 Sun., Aug. 6 Sat., Aug 5 Sat, Sun, Mon Aug 5-7 Sun., Aug 6 Mon., Aug. 7 Wed., Aug. 9 Fri., Aug. 11 Sat., Aug. 12 Sat., Aug. 12 Sun., Aug. 13 Sun., Aug. 13 Sat., Sun., Aug. 19 & 20 Mon., Sept. 12

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

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Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Pier Sports Ground Clubhouse Clubhouse Sports Ground Clubhouse Golf Course Art Vincent Memorial Tennis Courts Tennis Courts Tennis Courts Golf Course Clubhouse Pier Clubhouse Pier Sports Ground Clubhouse Golf Course Clubhouse Tennis Courts Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Village Green Tennis Courts Sports Ground Sports Ground Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse Art Vincent Memorial Clubhouse Clubhouse Tennis Courts Golf Course

CONVENOR

Monica White, Darcie Reimer, Jen Campbell Rob Hester Stuart McPherson Tamara Roehr, Alice Russell Tennis Manitoba Staff Robert Kennedy, Nancy Sarchuk Rec Staff Tennis MB & VB Tennis Staff, Robert Kennedy Lyndsi da Roza Andrea Pratt McDowell, Jennifer Engbrecht, Jennifer Sime, Laura Hilland, Mavis Whicker Peacock Family Edward & Beazley Families Brenda Vielhaber Swim Instructors Ted & Leah Kosokowsky Liz Hodgson-Batenchuk, Stephanie Schultz Rozzi-Hughes Family Ted Geddert Rec Staff Karl Hutchison Doug & Kristie Pollard Margaret Meulendyk, Jane Turk Robert Kennedy Anndrea O’Connor & Brad Nechwediuk, Derek & Lisa Zeilstra, Philippe Champagne Heather Willoughby, Laureen Johnstone, Sally Lawler Rec Staff Jeff Lailey Geoff Kirbyson Swim Instructors Sophie McGoey & Lisa Lucht Fran Pollard & Donna Thain Ed & Adam Boge Rec Staff Robert Kennedy, Tennis MB Staff Bryan & Lisa Yagl Ida Smith Jeff Blanchard, Dianne Cameron Angela Roehm Yvette Wilson, Lori Edwards, Tracey Popel John Heppenstall & Allan Morrish Todd & Sheri Hyra Bruce Sirrell; Rec Staff Rec Staff Sheri Hyra & Barb Hansford The Johnson Family Trish Nesbitt & Paul Infuso Team LWF Suzy Cramp Brenda Vielhaber, Elly Black Claude & Gloria Fillion, Peggy & Ken Maeren

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Victoria Beach HERALD

August 11, 2017

President’s Message

Victoria Beach Club

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PAST PRESIDENT Anil Kaul PRESIDENT Suzy Cramp 756-3016 VICE PRESIDENT Mike Clement (204) 894-3142 SECRETARY Barb Hansford (204) 756-6454 TREASURER Dave Wilson 756-2757 DIRECTOR AT LARGE Sheri Hyra

Victoria Beach Club

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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 Monica White Jennifer Campbell Darcie Reimer SPECIAL EVENTS Lindsay Stevenson SWIMMING Tamara Roehr Alice Russell TENNIS Stino Siragusa Rex Neuendorff PLANNED GIVING Bruce Eyford

This will be my last president’s report. It has been a fun two years as president, two years as vicepresident and seven (?) years as treasurer. Over the years, I had the opportunity to work with four dedicated presidents that I learned a tremendous amount from (Marj Birley, John Heppenstall, Maureen Neuendorff and Anil Kaul). Thank you for your leadership. Victoria Beach is full of people who are happy to spend their most precious time giving back to the community. I feel fortunate to have been able to meet and work with all of these people. It’s also a community full of people with strong opinions and demands on these volunteers.

I would encourage those of you who fit into this category to remember these people are not getting paid. They are also not just volunteering in the summer. Their work continues in the winter months. They are doing it because they love VB and want to help keep the awesome programming we provide going.

The VB Club Annual Meeting is Sunday, August 13th at 4:00 pm at the clubhouse. Should you

have any questions, compliments or suggestions for the Executive, this would be the time to raise them. This meeting will also be where the VicePresident and President will be elected. Mike Clement, the current Vice-President is prepared to let his name stand for President. Mike is an asset to the community and will make a fabulous President. He is super responsive, inquisitive and full of ideas. If anyone is interested in putting their name forward, please let a current member of the Executive know prior to the meeting if possible.

The Volunteer Appreciation Night is this evening, Friday August 11th, at 7:00-9:00 pm at the clubhouse. If you convened an event, were on the Executive, or volunteered at an event this year or in previous years, please come and enjoy refreshments and snacks.

Although I’ll no longer be on the Executive, I will still be at VB (new cottage on Centre!) and I’m sure will be volunteering again in some capacity in the future.

The tan lines may fade, but the memories will last a lifetime, Suzy Cramp

Welcome to Dr. Belynda Salter-Oliver and thank you to Dr. Katherine Kearnes The medical committee would like to say thank you to Doctor Katherine Kearns for her two weeks service to our community. We hope that you and your family enjoyed your time with us this summer.

We would also like to welcome Doctor Belynda Salter-Oliver who will be with us until August 18. If you have just arrived at the beach for the summer, the clinic is open daily from 9:30 to 11:30 (except for Wednesday and Friday) and

every evening from 5:30 to 7:30. The clinic is located at 124 Birch Avenue. The phone number is 204 756 6305. It is available for use by everyone, whether you live inside or outside of the Vehicle Restricted area.

Please remember to bring your Manitoba medical card and some cash or a cheque in case you need to buy medication from the clinic.

Reeve, Coouncil and Medical Committee

About the Victoria Beach Herald

One of the longest continuously publishing community newspapers in Canada, now in our 92nd 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.

Editor

Victoria Beach HERALD

COUNCIL CORNER CIVIC SIGNS – It is imperative that all property owners display the civic numbers assigned to them by the Municipality.

These numbers have been registered with the 911 call centre to identify the location of properties. The civic numbers should be of adequate size (at least 4 “) and displayed in a location that is clearly visible from the street. The best ones are available from the East Beaches Resource Centre at the Senior’s Scene for $50.00.

The green signs are reflective and are visible in the dark. Help EMO find your address in the dark.

BRUSH – Each spring and autumn the Municipality hires a contractor to pick up the brush from in front of your property.

During the summer months NO brush should be put out on the road allowances. The exact wording of By-Law 1569 was sent out with your tax bill. Thank you to those who are considerate and keep the area attractive. Please do not put your deadfall out on the streets. If a branch or two falls in your yard during the summer months, keep it on your own property. The next brush pick-up is AFTER THANKSGIVING. You may place you brush on the roadsides from September 4th to October 9th.

BIKE STICKERS – Bike owners can improve their chance of recovering their lost or stolen bike by registering them with the Gate Information Office. A numbered sticker will be issued to apply to the frame of the bike. The Police are able to return a bike to its rightful owner when it is found. The cost of the sticker is $2.00 and they last for years.

WATERCRAFT – When winds are high, Lake Winnipeg is a wonderful place to windsurf or kite board. Please remember that 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 applies to all watercraft and apples everywhere in the RM. Please ensure everyone is safe.

Reeve and Council

August 11, 2017

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Dear friends and residents of Victoria Beach, As we all know, The Moonlight Inn Restaurant is a very special place. Going back 90 years, every person who spent their summers here as a child has shared the experience of meeting at the Moonlight. We all came for an evening ice cream, or an order of chicken fingers and fries, we all watched the cooler older kids socialize upstairs, waiting to be one ourselves, we begged our parents for quarters for the arcade, and for many of us it was our first job. This summer I, and my friend Ben Peterson decided to become the new Proprietors of this historic and important establishment. When we heard that the last tenants were leaving and that no one had yet applied to take over the reins, both Ben and I pondered the idea, having worked here in our youth. A week before the tender application was due I called Ben for his uncle Dan Suderman’s phone number to ask about his experience running the Moonlight for 20 years. Ben immediately asked me if I was thinking of running it and told me he was thinking the same thing. The idea seemed just perfectly crazy.

We are now a month in and, as usual, the summer is flying by.

We have been absolutely floored by the support everyone has given us, and we are working our hardest to provide you with the best food and experience the Moonlight can offer. We understand how important this place is to the community of Victoria Beach, and we are truly honoured to take on this responsibility. So thank you all for contributing to make this place magical by meeting at the Moonlight. We hope to see you here.

Sincerely, Aaron Vincent and Ben Peterson with Dan Sudermann

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VB Club Volunteer Appreciation

Wine & Cheese Attention all VB event and Club volunteers!

The VB Club want to show its appreciation for all your dedication and hard work. Please join us at the club house on Friday, August 11 from 7:00-9:00 pm for refreshments and socializing. All previous and current volunteers are invited.

See you there!

VB Club Board

38th ANNUAL VB 55+ GOLF TOURNAMENT & DINNER WHEN: Monday, September 11th, 2017 WHERE: Victoria Beach Golf Course and the dinner is at the Victoria Beach Community Centre on Highway 59.

The Ham 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 2017 55+ Golf Committee: Claude and Gloria Fillion Peggy and Ken Maeren Debra Parsons

VB Community Church

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It’s the long weekend and it seems summer just started. We have enjoyed our summer services and the new starting hour of 10:00 am. Thanks to Hans Boge for his message last Sunday, and this week we welcome Jon Goosen of the Mennonite church. Please come at 9:30 if you wish to join in with the choir.

If you need assistance getting to church, please call Bill Main at 756-6172 for more information.

Please join us.

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August 11, 2017

Walk for Water 2017: This Sunday!

The Victoria Beach and District Walk for Water is this Sunday, August 13th. The walk supports the work of the Lake Winnipeg Foundation, an organization devoted to understanding and improving the health of Lake Winnipeg – including studies on reducing toxic algal blooms. It is not too late to support this important event, whether you are a walker or a non-walker!

Walkers: Those wishing to participate in the 2.5 km walk should head to the Victoria Beach Clubhouse on Sunday morning, water bottles in hand. Registration begins at 9:15 and the walk starts at 10:00, rain or shine. Lake Winnipeg Foundation staff and volunteers will be present at the Clubhouse between 9:15 and 10:00 to chat and answer questions. There will also be some lake-friendly fundraising items for sale plus 2 or 3 lovely items to bid on. (Note: Free parking is available in the VB parking lot for participants who drive, thanks to Kevin Ateah.)

Pledge forms were inserted in last week’s copy of the Herald, or may be found at most Victoria Beach locations, Saffie’s in Albert Beach or on the Lake Winnipeg Foundation website (www. lakewinnipegfoundation.org). Participants do not have to raise a large amount of money – every little bit helps! All participants receive a free t-shirt and are entered into a prize draw. There are over 20 adult prizes and treat bags for kids, and freezies served to all at the end!

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DEPARTS FEBRUARY 12, 2018 / 3 WEEKS

Non-walkers: Those not able to participate may still support this event by signing a walker’s pledge form or by donating to the Lake Winnipeg Foundation. You can bring your donation to the VB Clubhouse between 9:15 and 10 AM on Sunday (we’d love to see you!) OR you can mail a cheque directly to the Lake Winnipeg Foundation (300 – 207 Fort St., R3C 1E2) OR you can donate online on the LWF website. (If you donate directly to the LWF, please mention that your donation is in support of the VB Walk for Water.)

Donors of $20 and more will receive a tax receipt, and the names of those donating or pledging $100 or more will be included in the Herald following the event unless they prefer to remain anonymous. The post-event Herald article will also include the names of all business donors as well as those of individuals/ families who donated prizes.

For more information, please contact Deanne McDonald (204 756 2911 or deamcd@mymts.net), Sandy McCaig (204 756 8855 or sandymccaig@gmail.com), or Carolyn Townend, the Lake Winnipeg Foundation Events Coordinator (204 956 0436 or events@lakewinnipegfoundation.org).

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Art Thursday Thursday August 17 will be our sixth Art Thursday of the season!

Feedback on the various artist programs has been great and the artists have really enjoyed the participants as well. This coming week we will feature the programs below. Remember to email to artthursdays@shaw.ca to reserve your spot, particularly for the Nancy-Lou Ateah Watercolour class!

• Watercolour Painting • Book Folding • Felting • Cooking Demonstration TBD – Check Victoria Beaches and East Beaches – general community interest Facebook page.

• Glass Art • Textile Painting • Drawing • Knitting Project TBD Check the Victoria Beach Club Facebook page for updates as there could be additional classes! All ages welcome. If you are an artist who would like to lead a class this year or next season please email barpritchard@shaw.ca.

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Duplicate Bridge Tournament 2017 28 people (14 pairs) set out to unseat last year’s winners Frances and Henry Krahn whose names were added to the trophy in 2016. The trophy was initiated in 1984. The Monday night weekly duplicate bridge game has had seven tables several times this summer.

The turnout has been bigger than in recent years.

2005 was the last time we had seven tables for the tournament.

Here are the 2017 winners: 1st Place: Fran Pollard and Donna Thain - 82.5 points 2nd Place: Joan Irving and Helen Forrest - 79 points 3rd Place: Bob Lawler and Barry Heiman - 73.5 points Lemonade , coffee and VB bakery cookies were enjoyed by all. A big thank you from all the bridge players to Brad Einfeld (VB Bakery) for his donation of special cookies.

See you next year.

Fran and Donna

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Duplicate Bridge We had 15 couples (biggest turnout of the season) out for our sixth duplicate bridge of the season on August 1st. Congratulations to Liz Foster and Patty Johnston (1st) and Henry and Fran Krahn and Joan Irving & Helen Forrest (tied for 2nd).

Please arrive Mondays at the clubhouse by 6:20 to play duplicate bridge.

Cost to play is $1.00 and cold drinks are also sold for $1.00. Please support the Victoria Beach Club by buying a seasonal membership as we would not have bridge if it were not for the Victoria Beach Club.

If you need a partner, call Ken at 756-3612.

Wednesday Bridge

SWAT TEAM! Getting rid of the flies at the clubhouse and getting ready for the big DUPLICATE TOURNAMENT...

Sandy Hasenack Noreen Reid Judy Hodgson Joan Irving Elsie Hughes a.k.a. Madonna hiding from the flies We had too many laughs, we didn’t keep score, the floor looked like the killing field.

Sandy and Judy walked away with a gold and silver medal … in the Fly event!

Tammy MacIntosh

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Victoria Beach HERALD

August 11, 2017

VB Novelty Tennis Tournament 2017 August 19th and 20th

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 19th and 20th.

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. We 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 11th at noon.

• Sheets will be taken down at 5pm on Thursday, August 17th (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.

800 Meter Swim Race Results First Overall Winner in the Men’s was Carson Beggs with a time of 9 minutes 31 seconds. First Overall Winner in the Women’s was Ella Russell with a time of 12 minutes 51 seconds. See full results below.

Huge thank you to everyone who helped make the 800 Meter Race happen: Cameron Russell, Head Swim Instructor and the Swim Staff – Tess, Kayleigh, Mariel, Sasha, and Katie; timekeepers Di Beggs, George Chase, Anita Gubbels, Jenny Hasenack Bru, Dana Poulton and photographer Darcy Cameron. Thank you for making this Swim Race run so smoothly!!

Congratulations to all our swimmers, and a special shout out to Carson Beggs who will be competing in the 5000m Open Water Swim in the Canada Games this month (Yes folks, that’s five kilometres!).

Results: Male 10 & Under First - Jordan McCombe Second - Bennett Sime-Surcon Male 17 & Under First - Carson Beggs Male 18 + First Ryan Neilson Male 30 + First - Matt McCombe Male 40 + First - Greg Edwards Second - Andrew Wilson Male 60 + First - Don Simonsen Female 12 & Under First - Alexis Bru

Second - Abby Wilson Female 14 & Under First - Ella Russell Female 18 + First - Rose Bushuk Mixed Relay Results First - “Scrubs” Ryan Neilson, Carson Beggs, Rylan Beggs & Rose Bushuk Second - “Two Strokes One Cup” Parker Menec, Matthew Lawrence, Sam Menec & Jaxin da Rosa Third - “We Made It!” Ella Russell, Andrew Kaul, Dana Poulton & Matt Carlson Alice Russell and Tamara Roehr, Swim Convenors

Best, Brenda Vielhaber Elly Black

The Anglican Parish of St. Michael VICTORIA BEACH

• WINNIPEG, MANITOBA 140 OTTER STREET • BARRHEAD, ALBERTA WINNIPEG, MB • YPSILANTI, MICHIGAN R3T 0M8 • COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA • SAULT STE. MARIE, ONTARIO

The The Anglican Parish of St. Michael 8th and Pine, VB invites you to worship with us each Sunday in a service of Holy Communion at 11:30 am throughout the year.

Please note that this is a time change from years past.

Please join us… all are welcome!

Victoria Beach HERALD

August 11, 2017

800 Meter Swim Race

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Victoria Beach Junior Tennis Tournament Results 12U Girls Singles

12U Boys Singles

14U Girls Singles

Winner - Isabelle Frost Finalist - Alicia Schurmann

Winner - Graham Jones Finalist - Eamon Wallace

Winner - Meghan Pidskalny Finalist - Caitlyn Willison

The 2017 edition of the VB Junior Tennis Tournament was once again a huge success! Not only were there more participants than last year but most signed up for multiple categories for a total of 189 category entries!

The heat didn’t hold back the players from playing hard and having the best attitudes! The skill level of the players was unbelievable and their admirable sportsmanship did not go unnoticed.

Thank you to 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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Winner - Christopher Derksen Finalist - Eddie Partridge

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NOTE: 16U Girls Singles Combined with 18U

16U Boys Singles

18U Girls Singles

18U Boys Singles

18U Girls Doubles

Winner - Thomas Partridge Finalist - Chris Edwards

Winner - Ryan Carter Finalist - Reece Carter *withdrew

Winner - Thomas Partridge Finalist - Alex Kirbyson

Winner - Reece Carter & Ryan Carter Finalist - Caitlyn Willison & Brynn Psooy

18U Boys Doubles

18U Mixed Doubles

Parent & Child Rec.

Parent & Child Comp.

Winner - Chris Edwards & Thomas Partridge Finalist - Sam Drybrough & Alex Kirbyson

Winner - Reece Carter & Christopher Derksen Finalist - Dana Poulton & Andrew Kaul

Winner - Katie & Dave Derksen Finalist - Stephen & Ken Mitchell

Winner - Ryan & Dwayne Carter Finalist - Addison & Gord Manhinney

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Eight at the Gate

Another perfect riding day at Victoria Beach. We had a near record turnout again for our annual event. Riders of all levels, from a former Olympian to a “third time on a road bike” participated in our group ride and breakfast. Instead of riding for sprint points we had prizes for the “Advanced” group (top of the hill at Belair Rd), taken by Lisa Mensink, second place “Frosty Matt” and third place “Tall Matt”.

“Senior Matt” was in the “Advanced Conversational Group” and did not contest for the sprint. Sorry, Lisa, all the prosecco was consumed. Hope you enjoy the Innis and Gunn beer! We are not sure who ate the most pancakes.

There is still lots of riding left this season, so please join us. For information contact Bob Marshall 204 261-4292, jmarsha@mymts.net or Facebook “eightatthegate”.

Volleyball Tournament Saturday, August 12th Please register your team for the volleyball tournament with Lisa Lucht at (204) 999-4715, call or text. Call before Friday August 11 at 6 PM. Teams have 6 players and must have 2 female players on the field. There is a Recreational and Competitive side. We start at 9 AM but will wait for players participating in the cross country run.

We could use some help setting up the nets, if you are available please come a little early and help us. Thanks!

Lisa Lucht and Sophie McGoey

Cross Country Run Saturday August 12th Are your runners dusted off and do you have your singlet from high school – if so you are a perfect candidate for the Cross-Country run. The event is open to all regardless of age and speed!

The short course is approximately 3 km and the Long course is approximately 5 km. There is also the Family Relay for 4 family/extended family members. Last year’s trophy winners, please return your trophy to the Johnson cottage at 3093rd Avenue or bring the trophy to the Clubhouse at time of registration.

Registration: 9:00 am at the clubhouse, start is at 9:30.

See you there!

Shannon Grace and Paul

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VB Ladies Golf Tournament Results A beautiful day, a pristine golf course, and 116 golfers. Who could ask for more! Thanks to Karl Hutchison, course manager, Ramona, Lisa, Barry and Laura, club house staff, and Mel, Edwin and Ian for course maintenance. We couldn’t do this without your help.

Following golf, we made our way to the VB Community Centre where the Merry Makers had decorated the venue and prepared a luncheon. Kathy and Laith Gagnon donated the wine. A silent auction with 24 selections was held during the luncheon. Once again thank you to our generous donators. Proceeds from the auction are donated to the VB Community Centre to assist with their ongoing development costs. Following the luncheon, golf winners were announced.

TOP TEN GOLFERS; 1. Lowest score (member) – Sally Lawler (40) 2. Lowest score (non-member) – Tracy Sutherland (42) 3. Norma Purdy (43) 4. Susan Spence (45) 5. Laureen Johnstone (46) count back 6. Rita Kupiak (46) 7. Siobhan Burland Ross (46) 8. Lorna McDonald (47) 9. Kathy Gagnon (48) 10. Darlene Lamont (48) CONTEST WINNERS; Longest Drive – Laureen Johnstone Closest to the Line – Rita Lecuyer Putting Contest 50/50 – Susan Spence won $103.50 Birdie Draw – Tracy Sutherland On in one Draw Hole 3 – Colleen Shurvell In the trap Draw – Norma Purdy FLIGHT WINNERS Flight 1: Norma Purdy, Susan Spence, Laureen Johnstone Flight 2: Deb Robson, Mary McIntosh, Fay Berthelette Flight 3: Judy LeBaron, Margo Goodhand, Diana Wilson Flight 4: Carol Falkenberg, Deb Parsons, Leslie Sarchuk Flight 5: Brenda Smith, Jan Willow, Vivian Penner Flight 6: Giselle Janssen, Michelle Atwood, Debbie Brethayer In closing I would like to give special credit and thanks to Heather Willoughby who first conceived of the idea of a 3 year-3 member committee. This is similar to the 55+ golf tournament.

She laid the groundwork for a very successful event. Also special thanks to Laureen Johnstone for the tee bags. She works on a small budget but always comes up with new and unique contents.

We had a mix of old and new members this year. Outgoing are Heather, Laureen, and Sally. Patti Ulrich and Teresa Johnstone are the 2 remaining committee members. Thanks to all of you for working hard behind the scenes to make this such a success. Like any endeavor, the harder you work beforehand correlates with the success and enjoyment of the day. See you all next year – the last Wednesday in July. We still have room for more, so bring some friends!

Sally Lawler

Thanks to all who donated to the Silent Auction!

South Beaches Resort Blue Water Lawn Service Pine Falls Golf Course Invisible Hands Massage Therapy Pine Greenhouse Anderson Septic Service Moonlight Inn Grand Pines Golf Course Einfeld’s Bakery Golf Town (Kevin Willoughby) CAA (Andrea Vogt) Leggings Den VB Parking Lot Hillside Store and Eatery Traverse Bay Corner Saffies VB Store / Le Goutier Carol’s on Leon Tree Whisperer (Gary Danwich) Lakehouse Treasures Ateah Realty Johnnies Sticky Buns Kenaston Wine Market White Pine Bicycle Co Birchwood Hotel Patti Ulrich Eva Keith Cathy Gagnon Bev Mackelson Rose Bushuk Donna Thain Carol Hutchison David Unruh Sally Lawler Teresa Young Jack Fotheringham Heather Willoughby Deidre DeGagne Brent Prusak/ Stephanie Schulz Michelle Bowles (Norwex) Pine Falls Home Hardware VB Golf Course (Karl Hutchison) Glen and Sharon Torgerson

Additional Thanks to Other Sponsors RM of Victoria Beach Bruce Eyford – Investors Group – Third Hole Sponsor Dave’s Furniture, Pine Falls and Dreamstar Bedding – Eighth Hole Sponsor Laith and Cathy Gagnon – Wine

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2017 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 72 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 (and marked the loose gravel). Thanks to the Rec. Staff for helping with coordination of the event.

Special thanks to VB public works for moving the poles again this season. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in helping make things go as smoothly as possible.

Next year we would like more volunteers on the course to direct traffic and a couple of pilot bikes for the 4/5 year olds to keep them on course!!

Here are your winners: Girls 4-5 1st Place: Sofia Lyon 2nd Place: Addison Rocke 3rd Place: London Iliff Boys 4-5 1st Place: Jules Cohlmeyer 2nd Place: Hudson Driedger 3rd Place: Sullivan Cushing Girls 6-7 1st Place: Maya Veitch 2nd Place: Jamie Ahrens 3rd Place: Willow Hayes Boys 6-7 1st Place: Wesley Neufeld 2nd Place: Asher Ferguson 3rd Place: Parker Pollard Girls 8-9 1st Place: Capri Mawhinney 2nd Place: Zinnia O’Leary 3rd Place: Annabella Sime-Surcon Boys 8-9 1st Place: Max Pollard 2nd Place: Declan Preston 3rd Place: Colby Bru

Girls 10-12 1st Place: Jessica Preston 2nd Place: Stella McCaig 3rd Place: Alexis Bru Boys 10-12 1st Place: Bennett Sime-Surcon 2nd Place: Ethan Veitch 3rd Place: Eamon Wallace Girls 13-18 1st Place & Winner of the Sam Clapham Memorial Trophy: Chris Oakley 2nd Place Tie: Dana Poulton & Caitlyn Willison Boys 13-18 1st Place & Winner of the Norman C. Carriere Trophy: Ian Willison 2nd Place: Josh Bueckert 3rd Place: Juan Vieira Thanks, and see you all next year!

The Hyra Family

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RMVB Garbage Pickup Summer Schedule

Rural Municipality of Victoria Beach

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.

Reeve: Brian Hodgson Councillors: Kathy McKibbin, Linda McMillan, Penny McMorris, Gordon Buchanan New Address: 705-1661 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

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.

PLEASE PRACTICE WATER SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. PREVENT FIRES – TAKE CARE PLEASE STAY OFF THE BANKS & EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION ON LAKEFRONT PATHS

PICK-UP IS FOR HOUSEHOLD GARBAGE ONLY.

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2017 Victoria Beach Golf Course Rates

MEMBERSHIPS: Family - Adult Couple Single - Adult Junior - 13 to 17 Family (Max 2) 1 Adult & 1 Child

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

12 & under $ 120.00 $ 80.00 $ 70.00 GREEN FEES: 9 holes Weekdays - $ 15.00 Weekends - $ 17.00 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 $ 25.00 $ 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. Gift Certificates & Debit Payment Available.

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JULY Special Events 2017

Wow – July has passed in a buzz of activity at Victoria Beach. A huge thank you to all of our fabulous Special Events Convenors and the wonderful volunteers they recruit. The events would not happen without the Convenors that step up to the plate every year, so that all of the amazing events will continue to run.

July 1st began with the Membership Blitz team of Monica White, Darcie Reimer, Jennifer Campbell and their huge volunteer base.

Thanks so much for getting everyone on the program to join the VB Club for the summer of fun-filled activities.

Stewart McPherson held the annual used bike sale again and Rob Hester did a fantastic job of getting Canada’s 150th Birthday Bash off to a huge bang with Fireworks Saturday night – what a show: ) The swim registration was a busy place at the clubhouse with Tamara Roehr and Alice Russell and their amazing swim team signing up all the VB swimmers for their lake swim lessons – what a great experience to learn in a big lake: ) The Flea Market is always a huge hit thanks to Lyndsi da Roza for taking over the event and making it a big success. Lyndsi’s team of volunteers always come out and help with this event so thanks to everyone involoved: ) It couldn’t take place without the clean-up crew/charity drive which also had new convenors – a fabulouse crew Andrea Pratt McDowell, Jennifer Engbrecht , Jennifer Sime and Laura Hilland. Mavis Whicker rounded it out with the Charity Drive once again – thank you for the organizing of different charities to come in and pick up the leftovers. The next day the Librarians Avery Edwards and Rachel Beazley and their families organized the Book sale which always is a great way to stock up on those summer reads – thanks so much for helping us get set up for the summer. The beach events run by the Peacock family was a great day for all the kids – thanks so much.

Brenda Viellhaber had another fantastic turn-out for Ladies Movie Night – what a great event for all the gals re-uniting again for another social VB summer.

Sports Day was another fantastic summer day and we want to thank the Kosokowsky family for putting on fun competitive races – we are sad to see them pass the torch as this is their last year of convening this Event – thanks for all of your many years of organizing Sports Day. The 200 metre open swim and 800 m open swim had a good turnouts thanks to the swim instructors for organizing. Sandcastle Building Competition Convenors The Rozzi-Hughes Family had a great time running the event – always such creativity comes out of our beautiful VB sand.

Thanks to our new Adult Soccer Convenor Ted Geddert for

Dr. S. lacovides Dr. P. Dorval Dr. J. Watson Dr. J. Bongiorno Dr. J. Stewart-Hay

taking over this event – always a hit with the soccer teams that come out every year : ) The Pollard/Pearson Family had a challenge with the weather for the Children’s Masquerade, but rain, thunder and lightning couldn’t stop the enthusiastic kids who pranced around the clubhouse in full creative style. Thanks Kristie & Doug for rolling with the elements:) The Men’s Golf tournament run by Karl Hutchison is always well attended – thanks so much.

Jane Turk and Margaret Meulendyck had challenging weather for the Master’s Tennis Tournament, but the event was a huge success once again.

The Ladies Golf Tournament was a hot one – thanks to Laureen Johnstone, Sally Lawler and Heather Willoughby for organizing the annual event.

The Jr Tennis Tournament never fails to be on the hottest days of July, but the amazing Team of Anndrea O’Connor and Brad Nechwediuk, Derek & Lisa Zeilstra and Philippe Champagne do a fantastic job of keeping the games rolling with lots of Gatorade and freezies to help the kids with the heat.

Jeff Lailey always does a great job of organizing our VB fishing crew for the Annual Fishing Derby – thanks Jeff. Great fishing categories.

We rounded off July with the 30+ Dance – another hot Clubhouse night and rocked the night away with The Love Boat theme and yummy eats from Danny’s Whole Hog – thanks to Geoff Kirbyson and his crew for convening such a great event.

We can hardly wait for the awesome August Events – come out and have some fun : ) Lindsay Stevenson 204-990-6475 Cathy Bizruchak 204-960-5102

Regular Events 2017

The Regular Clubhouse Events that take place year after year cannot run without the amazing organizations of the following Convenors. A big than you for taking on these events week after week during the summer.

Yoga – Pamela Beazley. Thanks Pam for taking the yoga program to another level – your enthusiasm and dedications has grown this program over the years and all of the VB Yogi’s are so appreciative. Namaste.

• If anyone would like to be a Co-convenor for YOGA next year please let us know.

Fitness- Julie McPterie – awesome workouts for boot camp and in the Clubhouse.

Arts & Crafts – Nancy Sarchuk, Lily Masse and Rec Staff Duplicate Bridge – Ken Capelle, Gail & Bob Hendrson & Henry Krahn Mixed Bridge – After many years Bev Underhill has passed the torch over to Joan Irving and Tammy MacIntosh. Thanks so much ladies.

French Lessons – Sophie McGooey – a new event at the club.

Art Thursday – Barbara Pritchard – a new exciting event at the club.

NEEDED CONVENORS for SUMMER 2018

YOGA convenor & RAFFLE convenor See you at the Events, Lindsay Stevenson 204-990-6475 Cathy Bizruchak 204-960-5102

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~ Beach People ~

Bean Bag winners Jim Young and Nettie Stople with runners-up Sharon Torgerson and Mary Stapleton.

Jake Martin (Guarino) a lifelong VB’er and a former Children’s Games and youth soccer enthusiast for many years has earned a spot on the Manitoba Canada Summer Games team. Jake is a left back, and he joins 17 teammates in their quest for a medal this summer. The Men’s soccer tournament runs over week 2 of competition and games begin on August 8th. The MB ladies are in play now, so celebrate MB and support the games and our athletes and take in a competition or two. Your VB family is proud of you!!

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Classifieds 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.

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

VACANT LOT FOR SALE – 22 Beech Crescent, Victoria Beach restricted area, partially cleared with mature trees, quiet street, backs onto green space, $74,900, Inquiries: (204)293-1188.

FOR SALE – Schwinn adult tricycle. Asking $300 or best offer.

Like new. Phone 204-756-8523.

COTTAGE NEED PAINTING? Call Sunscape Painting at 204756-6163. Affordable Quality.

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 text 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. Saturdays and Sundays by appointment (text) 204 963 6659 located at 326 8th Ave.

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SUN COUNTRY ARTS & CRAFTS INC. Arts, Crafts & Collectibles Sale, Victoria Beach Community Ctr., Sat. August 12, 9:30 am – 2:30 pm. Tables $25. For more information or to book a table please contact Barbara at 204-794-7627 or barbdoug@ mymts.net.

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The Blue Green Team took a calculated gamble on the final question at Trivia Night and jumped from fifth place to win the title of The Smartest People at Victoria Beach. Team members included Amanda and Lisa Heffelfinger, Steve Perks, Jeremy Sheppard, Dale and Ian Reid, Tom Hayward, Dawn Elliot and Linda Nelson, Jack Miller, Barb Pritchard, and Kevin Dubé.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support this new event.

Close to two hundred enthusiastic people filled the Clubhouse and showed off their expertise in subjects ranging from Canadian history to book cover designs to bird calls (who knew that a woodpecker sounds like a musical birthday card?). The profit for the evening will go towards the Clubhouse renovation project.

Just as all VB events rely on the help of volunteers for their success, this one was no different. Thanks to the rec kids for setup and takedown, Julia and Jaxin for staffing the bar, Lori Cechmanek, Brian Hyska, and Evelyn Russel for selling tickets, and Bruce and Dana Sirrell for going out of their way to be available and so willing to help. And, finally, our appreciation goes out to all the smart people of VB who supported this event and made it a success.

Bryan and Lisa Yagi

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Beach People Mesa

February was the scene of another great time together in Mesa, Arizona. It was a perfect day and we had a rousing game of bean bag toss. There is a lot of competition for the coveted title and the winners were Jim Young and Nettie Stople. They were presented with a plaque donated by Dan Sernyk. Many thanks to our gracious hosts Sharon and Glen Torgerson for having us in their home.

For a long, long time I’ve yearned to go back to the happiest time in my life…summers at Victoria Beach at my grandmother’s cottage. I had the opportunity to rent a cottage for 2 weeks in July and, luckily picked the 2 weeks that enveloped all my

favourite memories. I was so excited to learn that we arrived on Sports Day, my favourite event and that Sandcastle Day and the Children’s Masquerade were also being held in the weeks we’d be there. We left Edmonton a few days early so we could pick up the grandchildren in Saskatoon and get to Victoria beach in time for sports day.

I didn’t really know what to expect, not having been here for 55 years. I was my granddaughter’s age in 1964, the last time I was here. I was sure that technology would have come a long way in that time. My memories include an outhouse, walking to the pump to get water, one of the Ateah’s delivering ice for the ice box, and wishing my mother would hurry up and get the fire started to warm the cottage up in the morning. It didn’t take long to discover that not much had changed at all. We arrived at the parking lot to find that was exactly the same as I remember. We had some time to kill till our cottage was ready so we walked from the parking lot to the Moonlight Inn where we were meeting our host. I was afraid I wouldn’t remember where everything was, but when we arrived in the clearing, there was the store, the bakery and the Moonlight Inn – just as I remembered them. As we were walking in, the smell of the trees brought tears to my eyes.

The memory of the smell of Victoria Beach was overwhelming.

It wasn’t the only time that day that brought tears to my eyes.

Everywhere we went and everything we did invoked memories of 55 years past.

In the 2 weeks we were at Victoria Beach we met so many nice people – people we ascertained I took swimming lessons with when I was 9. People who lived next door to us on 6th Ave. One lady who walked us to the cemetery who’s mother gave me my swimming tests each summer. People who happily helped me remember the most wonderful time of my life. Thank you to all of you who crossed my path.

Lorna McDonald P.S. Almost forgot the most pleasure my sister and I had while here – feeding the chipmunks just like we did 55 years ago.

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