VB Herald - June 23, 2017

92nd year • Issue No. 1

A non-profit service of the Victoria Beach Club

Friday, June 23, 2017

Glad to be back!

Jane Bachart, Jon Manness, Ashley Manness, Sophia Bachart, Taylor Manness, Kristjan Bachart of 26 Gibson finding the zen at the beach.

victoria beach club special activities 2017 activity DATE TIME LOCATION CONVENOR

VB Membership Blitz VB Fireworks Bike Auction Swim Registration Tennis Manitoba Day

Fri., Sat., Sun. /June 30, July 1& 2 Door to Door Sat July 1st 10:45 PM Yacht Club Beach/Redwing Park Sat., July 1 1:00 PM Police Station Sun., July 2 10:00 AM - Noon Clubhouse Mon., July 3 12:30-3:00 PM Tennis Courts

Monica White/Darcie Reimer/Jen Campbell Rob Hester Tamara Roehr, Alice Russell Tennis Manitoba Staff

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Eight at the Gate

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ing Habitat for Humanity, MS “Biking to the Viking”, VB Police Children’s Wish Ride as well as Gran Fondos and, with the sponsorship of Lifesport on Pembina Hwy, contribute bikes to the VB Club Silent Auction.

New riders are always welcome. Come and join us!

For information contact Bob Marshall, cell 204 261-4292 // VB land line 204 756-8255 // email jmarsha@mymts.net . Look for us on Facebook “Eightatthegate”.

VB Eight at the Gate – Red River Trail February 12, 2017 From the left: Rick D, Rick B, Kerri, Bob and Matt.

Yes we DO ride in the winter, and as you can see we also don’t always ride road bikes. Some of us ride mountain bikes, some hybrids as well as cyclo-cross bikes. This winter was great for a break from riding the trainer indoors as well as a change from cross country skiing.

Our summer rides at VB started on the May long weekend at 10:00 for two weekends then at 09:00 for two weekends with the return to 08:00 this weekend.

The group leaves from the “Gate” daily at 08:00, as it says on the shirt. We ride highway 59 to Albert Beach then Traverse Bay Rd., west to Hillside Beach and down Lakeshore Rd. to Lester Beach.

The pace (25 – 35km/h) varies with the composition and size of the group as well as with the discussion topic of the day. Some days we will add some hills (ok “speed bumps”) and distance for people training for longer more challenging events.

We participate in various fundraising rides and events; includ-

Cleaning House

Many hands made light work of getting the doctor’s cottage spruced up for summer. The furnishings and equipment, the interior, exterior and the yard were all made ready by this cheerful crew on Sunday morning, June 11th. You good people earned your cinnamon buns and coffee as well as our thanks!

Sheila Grover

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VICTORIA BEACH CLUB 2017 - SUMMER ACTIVITIES - 2017 Membership wristbands are required at all activities. *Certain activities may require extra fees

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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

Library Assistants

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

ACTIVITY

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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

LOCATION

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 Club

BOARD

PAST PRESIDENT Anil Kaul PRESIDENT Suzy Cramp 756-3016 VICE PRESIDENT Mike Clement (204) 894-3142 SECRETARY Wendy Derksen 756-6515 TREASURER Dave Wilson 756-2757 DIRECTOR AT LARGE Sheri Hyra

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 Lindsay Stevenson SWIMMING Tamara Roehr Alice Russell TENNIS Stino Siragusa Rex Neuendorff PLANNED GIVING Bruce Eyford

President’s Message

Welcome back to VB! Volunteers have been working hard over the winter to help make the summer fun for you and your family. We kept some things the same and came up with a few new ways of doing things.

We’ve kept the following the same: Same fun activities and events that we’ve been enjoying for decades. $5 day passes are still available so that a non-VB Club member can participate in a day’s worth of activities.

We are continuing to charge a $15 user fee to attend yoga for the summer. There will be gel bands for yoga sold during the membership drive and where memberships are sold (library, visitor center and tennis kiosk). You must purchase a VB Club membership as well as a yoga band to participate in yoga. Children under 13 will not be permitted to participate in yoga, so do not purchase yoga bands for them.

We’ve changed some things: Increased activities to a 7 week calendar starting on July 3rd and ending on August 20th.

Do to the popularity of yoga, there will now be an additional class on Mondays and Fridays. There will be classes Mondays and Fridays 9:00-10:15 and 10:45-noon, and Wednesdays 10:00-11:30.

We ask that people only attend one of the Monday and Friday classes rather than both unless there is sufficient room.

New activities have been added - details to be provided in upcoming Heralds: • Paint Night July 15th • Art Thursdays • Trivia Night August 4th • VB Film Festival August 5 & 6th • North 59 Fine Art Exhibition Aug 6th • Boot Camp • French lessons Wednesdays 6-7:30 excluding July 12 and August 2nd Only minor improvements have been made to the clubhouse over the past year. Work is still progressing on the design and plans for the expansion and restoration of the clubhouse. The reason for this project is two-fold. The first reason is to restore the existing structure doing things like levelling the clubhouse and replacing windows so

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that it can be enjoyed for many years to come.

The second reason for the project is to increase the usefulness and comfort of the clubhouse by having an expanded kitchen, better ventilation and a separate space that can be closed off to facilitate two activities occurring in the clubhouse at the same time. You can expect to see drawings as well as notices of community presentations in future heralds.

The VB Club offers a fabulous opportunity to meet community minded people and give back to the community we all love! Four new volunteers have stepped up this year to replace volunteers who have donated a tremendous number of hours over the past several years. Lindsay Stevenson and Cathy Bizruchak took over from Jill Kirbyson and Shauna Filuk who efficiently and energetically organized all of the conveners and the Calendar for the VB Club for several years. Barb Hansford took over from Wendy Derksen who, as our secretary, kept us organized. Sheri Hyra is now the Director at Large and has been working hard over the winter to secure as many grants as Leslie Sarchuk worked so hard to get us in past years. We are lucky to have such fabulous volunteers!

If you are looking for an opportunity to get involved at VB, there are a couple of opportunities opening up at the end of the summer. This summer represents the second year of my two year term as President and, as such, I will be looking for a replacement. Mike Clement, the current Vice President, has agreed to take on the President role. As such, we would be looking for a Vice President. Pam Beazley has been the yoga convener for the past couple of years and is now looking for a replacement. She transformed the program from 2 classes a week to 5 in her term and created a program that more than pays for itself with the sale of yoga wristbands to cover the cost of the expanded program. If you would like more information on either of these positions, please let me or another member of the Executive know.

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

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

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VB Doctor’s Office News

COUNCIL CORNER Reeve and Council would like to welcome you all back to the beach. Together we will be celebrating Canada’s 150 as a nation and 350 years of contact between European traders and the indigenous people of Manitoba.

Over the winter our new Public Works building was completed. The final details will be finished in the next few weeks. Council would like to invite you all to come to an Open House on Saturday, June 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. An insert in your tax bill explains the financing of the structure.

You also will have discovered that the bakery has been brought up to Health Standard, insulated and generally refurbished. The refurbished building will be an asset on our village green.

The Reeve and Council would like to thank Lynne Kimelman and Tami Mitchell for the extra effort they put forth in the past four months. They have gone above and beyond to keep our Municipality moving forward. We would also like to welcome our new CAO, Andrew Glassco. We all look forward to serving you this year.

Let us all enjoy and celebrate.

REEVE AND COUNCIL

Welcome to Dr. Garth Campbell

Welcome to Dr. Garth Campbell as our first doctor of the summer. We truly are fortunate to have doctors who come back each summer to serve our community.

Dr. Campbell will have his first clinic on June 30 from 5:30 to 7:30pm.

This year we will have two clinics each day from 9:30 to 11:30 in the morning and from 5:30 to 7:30pm. The two EXCEPTIONS ARE NO CLINICS ON WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY MORNINGS. The doctor’s office is at 124 Birch Avenue. It is available to all. If you live outside the Vehicle Restricted area, stop at the white Information Office at the gate and ask.

The attendant will help you get to the doctor safely.

REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR MANITOBA MEDICAL CARD AND EITHER CASH OR A CHEQUE IN CASE YOU NEED MEDICINE. Medical Committee, Reeve and Council

RMVB Garbage Pickup Summer Schedule

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Door-to-door pickup is as follows: MONDAY - Albert Beach, all areas south of Arthur Road and west of Ateah Road, including Ateah Road TUESDAY - All avenues in Restricted Area north of Arthur Road including Sunset Boulevard WEDNESDAY - Municipal garbage enclosures in all areas.

Garbage is to be placed in garbage bags and left in containers (preferably bear-resistant ones). Containers are to be placed in the front yard - not on the road allowance - by no later than 8:30 am.

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.

A pass is required, they can be picked up at the gate, public works, or the municipal office.

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Victoria Beach Club 2017 Membership

Welcome back to the beach! We are very excited for another glorious summer at Victoria Beach! The Victoria Beach Club has been busy over the winter months organizing another season of fun activities for the whole family. You will be able to see the full line-up in the Calendar of Regular and Special Events (printed in PURPLE this year), which is provided with the purchase of a family membership.

The Recreational Programs offered include swimming, tennis, yoga, aerobics, mixed-bridge, movies, arts and crafts for children, supervised hikes and bicycle rides, teen-nights and family recreation nights – just to name a few.

Some of the Special Events offered are: Sports Day, Beach Events, the Sandcastle Building Contest, the Cross-Country Run, the Masquerade, the Dog Show, as well as open swims, and tournaments for tennis, soccer and volleyball.

The Club is also responsible for the publication of the Herald, the maintenance of the swimming dock, the clubhouse and the tennis courts, as well as the salaries of the Recreation Director, the Recreation and Tennis Court Assistants, the Librarians and certified Swimming Instructors.

A major source of revenue to provide these programs and events is the sale of memberships, and so to participate in the above programs and activities, a membership or day-pass is required. We need your support to continue the traditions that have made Victoria Beach a summer home to many. In addition to buying your membership, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to the Club (a tax-receipt will be provided for donations of $20 or more).

Memberships are $50 per family. A single Family is defined as parent(s) and their dependent children. Memberships are non-transferable to other relatives, friends or renters. If additional memberships are needed after the Membership Drive, they can be purchased at the V.B. Info Booth (at the Gate), at the Library or at the Tennis Courts during their regular hours.

The family membership is valid for the entire summer. Several memberships can be sold at the same cottage – one for each family at the cottage. Memberships can be purchased by Bacon N’ Egger® and Small Coffee for $4

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cottage owners, as well as by renters, guests and cottagers in other beach communities – essentially, by anyone who wishes to participate in the V.B Club’s programs and activities. One membership also entitles you to voting privileges.

Please remember that wristbands must be worn to all V.B. Club activities and programs in order to participate. Each family member will receive a PURPLE wristband upon the purchase of a membership. Note to Parents – please consider writing your child’s name on their wristband in case it is left behind at an event. Replacements for lost wristbands are available for $5.00 at the library and tennis courts.

Where do I buy a family membership?

The door-to-door V.B. Club Membership Drive will take place from June 30 th – July 2 nd. Over this weekend, volunteer canvassers will be going door to door to assist you in the purchase of memberships for your family. Canvassers can also take payment for your tennis shoe tags ($15 per person). To obtain your shoe tag, please take your membership application receipt to the tennis courts. We will also be selling memberships at the following times; Information Booth at the V.B. Gate, during their business hours (8:00 am – 8:00 pm) and at Clubhouse, from 10: 00 am – noon on Sunday, July 3rd Payment by cheque is preferred. Cheques should be made payable to The Victoria Beach Club.

The Victoria Beach Club will be offering day-passes again this year. These passes will be available at the Tennis Courts, Library, and Information Booth at the V.B. Gate during their regular hours, at a fee of $5.00 each, and will allow the wearer to participate in all Club activities and programs for the day, as if they had a seasonal membership. The passes are for individuals, and are valid for the date for which they are marked only; wristbands may be purchased in advance, but the dates will be written on the wristbands by staff at the time of purchase.

Volunteers are always needed for the Membership Drive! If you are interested please contact Monica at 204 461 1694. We are currently seeking 15 more volunteers for routes.

Have a wonderful summer everyone, see you at the beach!

Cheers, Monica White, Darcie Reimer and Jen Campbell, Heather Wallace

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June 23, 2017

Golf Course News Once again, I would like to welcome all Members, Non-Members and green fee golfers to another golf season at the Victoria Beach Golf Course.

Once again the course opened on May 1st and as it wintered well, everything is in great shape for this time of year.

Returning staff in the club house are Ramona and Lissa, grounds crew will be Edwin and Mel once again. Summer students to fill in when available. Summer golf tournaments are as follows: Men’s July 21, Ladies July 26, Juniors August 3rd and 55plus September 11.

The putting green and driving cage are always open for practice. Looking forward to seeing you here! It’s the little gem we have in our own back yard so come out and enjoy!

Karl Hutchison, Manager

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Nothing Says Summer like Beach Events!

Beach Events will be Sunday July 9th, 2017 Time: 10:30am-12:00pm

(Cross your fingers for the perfect beach day!)

Location: Clubhouse Beach Theme: … this is a work in progress! We hope to have more available for the next Herald. Otherwise, see you on July 9th!

Participant Instructions: 1. Upon arrival at the beach, please check in at the “Awards” table as you pass by the Clubhouse to pick up an Event Guide/Score Card.

2. Each activity station will have an “Event judge”. The event judge will check off your scorecard as you complete each event.

3. Once a child has completed as many events as they can, the score card can be taken back to the Awards table for a prize!

4. Don’t forget to stick around for the group picture at noon! Your chance to shine in the next Herald edition!

Call for Volunteers!

There will be at least 20 events set up along the length of the beach. Each event will require at least 1-2 volunteers. We are also seeking volunteers with special talents in face painting or other creative child amusement abilities.

We would love to fill these positions with VB’s best. Please email Patrick at ppeacock@shaw.ca to indicate your interest in volunteering. Positions are open for anyone at least 10 years old (…no upper age limit!). Walk up volunteers are accepted day of as well!

Volunteers are requested arrive at Clubhouse Beach between 9:30-10:00am for station/event training before families begin to arrive.

See you there!

Peacock Family

VB Ladies Golf Tournament Sign-up starts July 3rd

The annual Ladies VB Golf Tournament is on Wednesday, July 26th with sign-up starting on July 3rd at the golf course. Enter soon as the draws (8:30 AM and 11:30 AM) fill up quickly.

Tournament fee will be posted at sign-up or in following Herald articles. All participants must be 18 and over. Once again this is a great deal compared to other tournaments.

Sign up as a single or a team. Mix, mingle and have fun! Payment is required when you register. Like last year, the wind up will be held at the VB Community Centre on Hwy 59. Prizes, draws, and a silent auction will take place at the Centre while participants visit and enjoy some refreshments catered by the Merry Makers.

Donations for golf prizes and silent auction are greatly appreciated and can be dropped off at the golf course, anytime.

Keeping with the 3 year commitment to the golf tournament committee, we welcome 2 new members – Patti Ulrich and Teresa Young. Heather Willoughby, Laureen Johnstone, and Sally Lawler are in their final year. We need another member for the 2018 season – please give it some thought.

Submitted on behalf of the 2017 Organizing Committee.

Sally Lawler (Beach phone: (204)756-2416)

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Victoria Beach Club Swim Program 2017 Welcome VBers to Swim Safe 2017! Your Victoria Beach Club is proud to continue its support of this long-standing and vital VB tradition. The VB Swim Program has two main goals; • As a Swim Program: to provide high quality swim instruction on par with city programs while appreciating the differences between lake and pool swimming and to teach water safety in general and particularly lake safety • As a program of the Victoria Beach Club: to teach respect for our beautiful lake and beach areas and to build our beach community by providing an avenue for our kids to make and build friendships with other kids their age The Victoria Beach Club is an affiliate member of the Red Cross and the Lifesaving Society. All instructors hold valid Red Cross and Lifesaving Society certification. The Swim Program Conveners for this year are Tamara Roehr and Alice Russell.

Cameron Russell is our Head Swim Instructor, working with returning instructors Tess Poulton, Mariel Roehr and Kayleigh Russell and new instructors Katie Bloom and Sasha ShewchukTaylor. Look for their pictures and biographies in coming issues of the VB Herald. *** Swimming Lessons Registration will be on Sunday, July 2nd from 10am-12pm at the Clubhouse *** As usual, all registration will be first-come, first-served.

Payment is due upon registration. Please bring along a pen, cash or check book, medical numbers, a copy of your VB membership information and your patience. *For your convenience, memberships will be available for purchase outside the clubhouse during swim registration. *** Swimming Lessons will start on Monday, July 3rd *** Session 1: July 3 – July 21 Session 2: July 24 –August 11 Fees and session dates are as follows: Red Cross Preschool and Swim Kids, Sea Otter (Preschool I/

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II) to Level 10 - two three-week sessions at a fee of $25.00 per session; lessons are ½ hour every weekday - Students may be registered for either or both sessions on registration day.

- Preschool programs are for ages 3-6; Swim Kids Levels 1-10 are for ages 5 and up Private and semi-private lessons for Red Cross Preschool and Swim Kids, Sea Otter to level 10 will also be available upon request, time permitting.

Lessons are ½ hour. The fee for private lessons is $55.00/ swimmer/week and for semi-private lessons (maximum two students at the same level), $40.00/swimmer/week. We will make every effort to accommodate requests for private lessons, but there are no guarantees.

Lifesaving Society programs will also be offered: Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion* and Bronze Cross**, in one - six week session from July 3 – August 11.

Lesson length varies from ½ to 1 hour depending on the course.

The fees are as follows: Bronze Star - $75.00; Bronze Medallion* & Bronze Cross** - $165.00 plus book fees.

First Aid Certification Bonus - Bronze Medallion* will be now taught with Emergency First Aid, Bronze Cross** will be taught with Standard First Aid (The cost of this addition is included in course fee). Bronze Medallion and Cross Exam is tentatively booked for August 10. * To register for this course you must have your Bronze Star AND/OR be 13 years old by the last day of the course. ** To register for this course you must have your Bronze Medallion.

Red Cross Babysitting Course in two - two week sessions. 1 hour/day for two weeks Lesson length will be one hour five times per week. This is the original Red Cross Babysitting Course augmented with some skills that our kids need around the beach. Children must be 11 years of age (by start of class) and older. Limited to 10 kids per session. Babysitting Course sessions run July 3 to 14 and July 17 – 28.

Back by Popular Demand: Fun+Fitness Class. For kids who have already achieved Level 10 but who are not old enough or are not able to take the Bronze Medallion/Cross programs. A way to stay swim fit and make friends at the beach. No badge.

Two three-week sessions at a fee of $25.00 per session; lessons are ½ hour/day More specific information regarding the registration process will follow in the July 1st Herald, including the tentative schedule of lessons. We are looking forward to meeting you on Registration Day, and wish you a safe and wonderful summer at the beach!

Tamara Roehr and Alice Russell

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Annual Victoria Beach 55+ Golf Tournament

It was a perfect day for the 111 people golfing at the Victoria Beach Golf Course on September 12th, 2016. Susan Spence won the Ladies’ trophy and Allan Willoughby the Men’s Trophy. The Merry Makers catered another wonderful dinner for 170 people at the Victoria Beach Community Centre.

Pictures from the past event were shown on a screen during the dinner. They brought back many memories. Chris Fontaine performed an excellent dance routine to Michael Jackson music. The prizes were then presented, followed by the Silent Auction. Most items were donated by the generous people listed below.

Thanks are passed along to the following people: Bruce Morrison and the Victoria Beach for their collaboration and setting up of the hall for the event.

The East Beach Senior Centre for printing the posters and tickets.

Laurie Danwich and the ladies from the Merry Makers for the excellent dinner.

Mary McIntosh for the projection of pictures from the past events and taking many pictures throughout the evening.

Bruce Eyford and Investors Group for the Hole in One competition.

Bartenders: Harry Ladtke and Bruce Kliewer Ticket Sellers: Sally and Bob Lawler, Silent Auction, South Beach Casino package and Ball Guess Lana and Kent Ritchie, Bar Greeters and ticket collectors: Heather and Allan Willoughby.

Score keepers: Claude Fillion, Ray Plouffe and Dennis Roth.

Gail and Harry Ladtke for taking the responsibilities related to operation of the bar.

Special thanks to Karl Hutchinson and his staff Edwin. Mel, Ramona and Lisa for keeping the VB course in wonderful playing condition and for selling the tickets and keeping track of the money.

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Christina Hair Loft/Better Together C. Fillion Construction John Evans Jack Fotheringham Grand Pine Golf Course Hillside Building Supply (Colin Roy) Home Hardware, Pine Fall Idle Thyme Restaurant Kingswood Golf Course Key Stone Sporting Good (Ryan Marten) Lake House Treasures Ted LeBaron Greg Loader Catherine & Derick Peggy & Ken Maeren Linda McMillan Lise & Ray Plouffe Gail and Harry Ladke

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Ladies ‘ Low Gross Men’s Low Gross Ladies’ Closest to the Line Men’s Closest to the Line Men’s Closest to the Pin

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Ladies’ Flight #1 1. Mary Goodland 2. Heather Willoughby 3. Sally Lawler 4. Bev Reske

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55+ GOLF RESULTS CONTINUED FROM Page 11 Ladies’ Flight # 2 1. Laura Dorge 2. Joyce Shurvell 3. Linda Kliewer 4. Chris Bartlett Ladies’ Flight # 3 1. Kathee Gagnon 2. Gail Radtke 3. Donna Thain 4. Marg Heiland Ladies’ Flight # 4 1. Sherill Zellis 2. Judi Walker 3. Leslie Sarchuk 4. Ginny Beauchemin Ladies’ Flight # 5 1. Darlene Bowden 2. Colleen Shurvell 3. Rita Lecuyer 4. Kathy McKibbon Ladies’ Flight # 3 1. Kathee Gagnon 2. Gail Radtke 3. Donna Thain 4. Marg Heiland Ladies’ Flight # 4 1. Sherill Zellis 2. Judi Walker

Men’s Flight # 2 1. Tim Walker 2. George Axent 3. Hub Desgagne 4. Dennis Roth Men’s Flight # 3 1. Glen Winslow 2. Barry Shurvell 3. Harry Radtke 4. John Finn Men’s Flight # 4 1. Dale Shurvell 2. Richard Durham 3. Bob McInness 4. Claude Fillion Men’s Flight # 5 1. Nick Beaton 2. Phil Murray 3. Frank Bagnall 4. Ralph Miller Men’s Flight # 3 1. Glen Winslow 2. Barry Shurvell 3. Harry Radtke 4. John Finn Men’s Flight # 4 1. Dale Shurvell 2. Richard Durham

3. Leslie Sarchuk 4. Ginny Beauchemin Ladies’ Flight # 5 1. Darlene Bowden 2. Colleen Shurvell 3. Rita Lecuyer 4. Kathy McKibbon

3. Bob McInness 4. Claude Fillion Men’s Flight # 5 1. Nick Beaton 2. Phil Murray 3. Frank Bagnall 4. Ralph Miller

Lise and Raymond Plouffe have finished their three years on the tournament committee and have hand over the responsibilities to Gloria and Claude Fillion. They will have Peggy and Ken Maeren and two other members to assist them.

The 2017 Event will be held on Monday September 11th. We hope you plan to take part again this year.

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The 2017 VB Firefighters Fish Fry was another huge hit on June 17th. This photo was taken at the end of the evening and the Community Center was still packed!!

Fireworks Night at Victoria Beach!

This year’s Canada Day fireworks spectacular will take place on Canada Day, Saturday, July 1st at 10:45pm.

Best views are from Yacht Club Beach or Redwing Park.

Remember if you’re out on the water stay well away from the Pier!

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Please bring a mat, towel and water with you to each class. For Total Body Conditioning you may want to bring your own tubing band (although I will have extras, however sometimes it’s not enough).

Looking forward to another great summer at Victoria Beach!

Julie McPetrie

New this summer!

Bootcamp with Julie McPetrie I am very excited to be able to teach Bootcamp/Team training classes this summer at no extra charge to you! Victoria Beach summer passes or day passes must be purchased as usual and please wear your wristbands. This class is designed for individuals who want more of a challenge and are ready to take their fitness to the next level! Participants must be at least 16 years of age but will require a parent/guardian’s signature on the waiver form. We will meet at the Art Vincent Memorial Stage (by the play structure) at 8:30am, class is approximately one hour. Due to safety and equipment class space is limited, so please call or text me in advance at 204-979-2707.

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Walk for Water 2017 Lace up your shoes on Sunday, August 13, and join us for this annual fundraising event in support of the Lake Winnipeg Foundation. Registration begins at 9:15 am at the Victoria Beach Club House, and the 2.5 km walk starts at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome and there are always plenty of prizes (and Freezies)!

Watch the Herald over the next weeks for more information on the walk, and for articles highlighting the important work the Lake Winnipeg Foundation is doing to improve the health of our lake.

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Rec Staff Bios

Hi my name is Jaxin da Roza and I am excited to be your 2017 Head Rec Assistant! This is is my third year working as part of the Rec team and I’m looking forward to another great summer of activities. I live in Vancouver, BC, but I have been coming to Victoria Beach every summer since I was born, 18 years ago. I recently graduated from Vancouver College and will be studying commerce at the University

of Toronto this fall, where I will also be playing Varsity Lacrosse.

My favourite part of VB is the beautiful beaches; perfect for long walks, rom-com novels, and watching the sunset

Hi, my name is Tia Davison and I am sixteen years old. I attend Shaftesbury High School and I will be entering grade eleven this upcoming fall. I love to play both indoor and outdoor soccer and I was the captain of my school volleyball team. My family and I have been coming out to Victoria Beach for the past five years. We are an active family and enjoy taking our dog Daisy for sunset walks on the beach and going on long bike rides… to the bakery. I have always loved participating in the many events offered by the VB Club and was always excited for every new craft and movie. This will be my first time as Rec. Assistant and I encourage everyone to come out to the activities and introduce yourself! I am really looking forward to making sure that this summer is filled with laughter and great memories, so I hope you will join me in having an awesome summer at VB!

Hi, my name is Hope McAuley and this is my first year being a Rec. Assistant. I just finished my first year at the University of Manitoba and will be returning there in the fall. I’ve been coming to Victoria Beach ever since I was a kid and look forward to being a part of the Rec. Team this year. My favourite part of the summer is spending time with my family and friends as well as going to the beach almost every day. I remember going to events as a little kid like the movies at the club house, beach activities, and sports days, and I am super excited to help make the summer as memorable and fun for everyone as they were for me. I can’t wait to meet new people at all the events and make it an awesome summer. It’ll be lots of fun so I hope to see everyone there!

Hi, my name is Karissa Bowden and I’m very excited to be a Rec Assistant this year! This fall I will be going into grade 11 in French Immersion at Kelvin High School. I am a competitive dancer at Kickit Dance Studio and my favourite dance styles are lyrical and ballet. In my spare time, I enjoy sketching, photography and playing volleyball. Some of my favourite things to do at VB are going on bike rides, getting treats at the bakery and spending time at the beach with a good book.

I am looking forward to meeting everyone and having a great summer!

Hi VB! My name is Parker Menec for those who don’t know me. I worked as a Rec Assistant last summer and am looking forward to another summer here! I am 18 years old and have started my first year of university this past year in the education program at the University of Winnipeg. I am very excited to start another fun filled and sun filled summer with everyone!

Hi my name is Julia Beazley. I am currently 18 years old and I just finished my first year of university. I am working towards a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Manitoba and hopefully in the future make me way up to being an animator for Disney! I have a strong interest in dance and I would love to teach aerobics some day. In the summertime a really enjoy reading a book on the beach, hanging out with family and friends and creating art. I am really looking forward to another amazing summer at VB!

Hi there! My name is Matt Lawrence. I am currently at the wonderful age of 18 and just graduated from Kelvin High School. I dabble in the game of hockey and enjoy the Winnipeg Jets. I played on the Kelvin Clippers for the past 3 years and was assistant captain for my final year. Next year, I am moving to beautiful BC to play on a Junior B team. In the summer months, I enjoy catching some rays, hitting the beach, and having fun with pals. Hope everyone has a pretty neat summer!

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Book Sale

The summer is just getting started, but maybe there’s still some spring cleaning to be done at your cottage! We don’t judge!

In fact, we welcome with open arms any and all books hanging around from last season or seasons long gone! Make sure to pass on the power of organized words, ideas, and information to your fellow VBers by donating your books to the Victoria Beach Club Book Sale.

The sale will be at the Clubhouse on Sunday, July 9th from 1-3 p.m. The profits will go towards the improvement and stocking of the VB Club Library, as well as various other VB Club initiatives.

The Flea Market team will be collecting your books that are ready for new hands along with your Flea Market donations.

Please make sure to put out the items before 8 a.m. in a secure container like a box or a plastic bag. Remember to be mindful of the weather so that if it’s rainy, you can cover your donations accordingly. We would appreciate a clear separation between Flea Market and Book Sale donations.

Last but not least, we’re putting out a call for volunteers!

If you have some time to spare on Saturday evening or Sunday morning for set-up or after 3 for clean-up, then come on down to the Clubhouse! New and returning volunteers are welcome. Extra hands make light work!

Thank you for supporting the Victoria Beach Library!

The Beazley and Edwards families

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Art Thursdays at the V.B. Club House

What is Art Thursday on the calendar this summer?

Each Thursday I am planning to run an art program that will be a mix of artists, crafts people, and dancers. Each teacher will be providing the materials required for each class and a description of the course. The teacher will be charging a fee for attending their class to cover the cost for teaching, travel, and materials. Prices will range from $20 to $50 for the three hours of artistic instruction.

Examples include a watercolour class taught by Nancy-Lou Ateah, a stained-glass jewelry workshop, expressive dance class, spa soap making, work carving, and other ideas. These programs are designed for a young adult to adult/senior audience.

Attendees are asked to sign up in advance as each instructor has a minimum and maximum for their class. The cut off for sign up will be the Tuesday each week before the Thursday program. Check the Herald and VB Store notice board for class schedules and details. I am still looking for instructors so if you have an idea that you might think could work please send me a private message and we can talk.

The V.B. Club has been very generous and have provided a lovely space. They will not be providing any art supplies for these programs. If you have any questions please contact me at 204 7916624 or email to barbpritchard@shaw.ca Barbara Pritchard

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VB Recreation Program

Howdy VB Kids Hope you all had a great winter! I am so happy to be back again as your Rec Director for another amazing VB summer. We have a lot of cool things lined up for you guys - The VB Kids, this summer there are a few minor changes to Rec program.

Golf lessons Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AM ages 6-11 Sports Field Thursdays 5:30 PM -ages 12-16 VB Golf Course Morning Games - Monday/ Friday 10:00-11:00 AM Children’s games will be held in the village green Youth games will be held in the sports field

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We will be having 5 teen events this summer -- all those 13 and over are welcome. Staying with your family and don’t have another teen to go with you?? No problem, there are tons of nice kids and the friendly Rec staff will be there. These are free events and we even have free snacks! If you have some cool ideas for upcoming teen events let me or the staff know. These are your events, tell us how we can make them better or more fun.

Movie Night - Wednesday July 5 at 9:00PM in the Clubhouse. This week the movie will be Split Movie Night - Wednesday July 19 at 9:00PM in the Clubhouse Bonfire on the Beach - Wednesday July 26 at 9:00PM on Clubhouse Beach (right behind the Clubhouse) Scavenger Hunt - Thursday August 3 at 9:00 PM at the Clubhouse Movie Night - Wednesday August 9 at 9:00PM in the Clubhouse Nancy Sarchuk and Lily Massé are once again helping us with Arts and Crafts on Tuesdays at 12:30 at the Clubhouse. They plan these ideas all year long and the projects are fantastic.

You don’t want to miss out! Big thanks to Nancy and Lily!

Check for our weekly posters with each week’s Rec Events at the Moonlight, Tennis courts and on the Clubhouse door.

Looking forward to catching up with everyone!

Bruce Sirrell, Rec Director

Duplicate Bridge Welcome to another season of duplicate bridge.

Our season starts Monday June 26th.

Please arrive at the clubhouse by 6:20 PM and bring a partner or, if you need one, call Ken at 756-3612.

Ken Capelle Duplicate Bridge Convenor

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Sailing builds character. A sailor knows how to read the wind, the water, and the weather. A sailor must react quickly when faced with challenging circumstances, often without the support of others. A sailor knows their vessel and can make adjustments or repairs with limited resources. A sailor finds that the experience, the respect for nature, and the seamanship they develop offshore can be equally important onshore.

The Victoria Beach Yacht Club is proud to offer the opportunity to introduce sailing to people of all ages through the CanSail program – a structured program in which sailors strive to achieve progressively higher levels of skill and certification. Our coaches are Sail Canada and NCCP Certified sailors who grew up at VBYC and have had success at Provincial and National regattas. Youths aged 8-13 sail the Optimist – a small International Class dinghy and one of the worlds most popular boats. Older youths and adults of any age sail the Laser II – a wonderfully designed doubled handed sloop rigged boat that is easy to sail but also a quick, high-performance racer under an able skipper and crew.

The coaches teach the basics of equipment, safety, the fundamentals of sailing, and how to read weather and wind. The course is designed to maximize students’ time on the water – learning to handle the boat, adapt to shifting winds and lake conditions, trim the rigging while underway, and eventually to get the most out of the boat and themselves. Most importantly, they will enjoy the outdoors while they make new friends and learn a skill that may eventually become a hobby, a competitive sports activity, or even a way of life.

Classes run 4 weeks between July 17 and August 11. Each session is 5 weekdays, 3 hours per day, morning or afternoon. Please visit www.VBYC.ca for more information and to register.

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Membership to VBYC is available to those interested in racing, recreational sailing, boat storage, and enjoying the best deck at VB. Visit www.VBYC.ca or email info@vbyc.ca for more information and for the schedule of events, including the legendary Aug.6 Yacht Club Dance.

We are looking TO HIRE for part-time positions in support of weekend racing. Pier committee involves timing and signalling race starts and finishes. It’s ideal for kids aged 13+. Training will be provided. We are also looking to hire a 16ft+ boat with operator to provide safety support for racing. We may consider hiring an experienced power boat operator without a boat. No sailing experience is necessary. Both positions require approximately 3 hours each Saturday and Sunday morning throughout the summer. Dates may be negotiable. For details and to express interest please call/ text AJ Tooley at 204-941-0162.

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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.

CRAFTERS * ENTREPRENEURS * ARTISTS * BAKERS

The VB Country Market is looking for you!

Every year the Victoria Beach Country Market offers a variety of home-crafted talents and new business promoters with a local connection. If you know of someone who might be interested in attending the Market Saturdays between June 17 and Sept. 2, please contact us at (204)756-2181, at mmurrayhaddad@gmail. com or find out more at vbcommunitycentre.com.

Sun Country Arts & Crafts Inc. Arts, Crafts & Collectibles Sale, Grand Marais Community Ctr. Sat. July 1, 10 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.

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.

Welcome back everyone – for another great summer!

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Special Events News

Welcome back to VB - Summer 2017! Lindsay and I are excited to get all the activities and special events underway. Please read the Herald each week or look at the calendar to see what’s planned as we won’t be having a “Special Events News” section each week. Everything is listed in the Calendar for the Special Events and the convenors’ names.

We would like to thank the executive, event convenors, Rec staff and numerous other volunteers for all the time and effort that goes into making all of the activities a success. Without volunteers, we wouldn’t have the quality programs we do, so make sure you give them a big Thank-You when you see them.

We are looking for raffle convenors for next year. Angela Roehm has put together a binder with contacts and general information. She also mentioned she would be willing to chat to review things, so the transition would be easy. Thanks to Angela, Yvette, Lori and Tracy for working on the raffle the last two years.

Please contact Lindsay or myself if you are interested in volunteering for this or any other special or regular event. Have a Safe and enjoyable summer! See you at the beach!

Lindsay Stevenson- 204-756-2768 or 204-990-6475 Cathy Bizruchak- 204-960-5102

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~ Beach People ~ Ab & Betty Hansford are happy to announce the marriage of their granddaughter Kaija Bailey to Ryan Hendry. It was a beautiful day, after a rainy morning. Kaija always wanted to get married at the “beach” where she spent her summers, so, on June 10th, she & Ryan tied the knot on Clubhouse Beach. The reception was held in the Clubhouse. It was a fun evening with their family and friends. We wish them many happy years together.

Happy 50th Anniversary!

On June 23rd, 1967, Joan Isbister married Richard Dawson. Joannie’s family gave them the cottage for two whole weeks for their honeymoon and they’ve barely missed a summer since (except when they lived in Geneva and Buenos Aires). They rented and later bought their own cottage, raising 3 kids and welcoming 6 grandkids. Many books, burgers and slamming screen doors later, this tremendously fun and inspiring couple are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary this week with a family reunion.

Congratulations to Dick and Joan Dawson!

Love from all of us - Jaimie, Ashley, Kae, Perry, Heather, Christopher, Amy, Paige, Brynn, Garrett and John.

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Victoria Beach HERALD

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FLOORING Dept.

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Selkirk

20 Years of Combined Flooring Experience 917 Manitoba Avenue,

SELKIRK 204-785-2773 Ext. 2

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