VB Herald - July 7, 2017

92nd year • Issue No. 3

A non-profit service of the Victoria Beach Club

Friday, July 7, 2017

The Canada 150 fireworks show at the VB Pier. A glorious and fitting end to another beautiful Victoria Beach Canada Day!

victoria beach club special activities 2017 activity DATE TIME LOCATION CONVENOR

Book Sale Ladies’ Movie Night 200 Metre Open Swim Sports Day Paint Night

Sun., July 9 Wed., July 12 Sat., July 15 Sat., July 15 Sat., July 15

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

Clubhouse Clubhouse Pier Sports Ground Clubhouse

Edward & Beazley Families Brenda Vielhaber Swim Instructors Ted & Leah Kosokowsky Liz Hodgson-Batenchuk, Stephanie Schultz

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~ Beach People ~

Victoria Beach HERALD

Celebration of Life for Kathy Brydon

Please join us Saturday, July 29th at 2pm at the Senior’s Scene as we remember Mom and celebrate her life. We welcome any stories that you would like to share with us for her memory book; feel free to bring a printed copy with you or send it via email to victoria_beach@yahoo.com John, Heather and Lynne A lively group of VB and area residents escaped to Malaga in February this past winter. We had an awesome time visiting and experiencing the coastal and mountain villages. The beaches were beautiful, but they didn’t hold a candle to ours at VB. We embraced the Spanish passion for Paella and fresh seafood. We developed friendships at happy hour while we shared our experiences of the day.

Thank you to Diane and Dave Holmstrom, Pat and Bernie McMullan, Mary McIntosh and Bill Forbes, Linda McMillan Gary and Nancy Danwich, Susan Thomas , Cheryl and Clifton Trainor, Janice Tomlin, Carol Polonski, Mary Chalmers, and Judy McLean.

The fiesta you threw for my special birthday was amazing. MUI Bueno and muchos gracias, Amigos.

Tammy MacIntosh June 17, 2017 was a special day for the Cheate r- G o o d h a n d - O s t e rSchmied families, some of whom have enjoyed Victoria Beach for three generations. About 80 guests — from Berlin and Detroit to Ottawa and Victoria — gathered at Clubhouse Beach for the marriage of MacKenzie Cheater to Liv Oster.

The Winnipeg boy and the girl from Hamburg met picking fruit in New Zealand, and eight years later chose the VB Clubhouse for their reception. Best man Nik Friesen-Hughes delivered a brilliant toast to the groom; emcees Dan and Patrick Cheater kept things moving with grace and wit; and maid of honour Caroline Kassin delivered a show stopping toast to the bride that involved impromptu Thriller-dancing zombies and confetti guns.

Margo and Glenn would like to thank all the VBers who helped make this happen, lending us everything from fridges and freezers and Xmas lights to their beautiful cottages. It was a grand party with family and friends; relaxed and fun and unforgettable.

Margo Goodhand

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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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President’s Message

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

A hectic first week of summer is behind us and we’re just getting started! Shout out to all club volunteers, especially convenors with the flurry of events this past week including VB Membership Blitz (Monica White, Darcie Reimer, Jen Campbell), Canada 150 fireworks display (Rob Hester), Swim Registration (Tamara Roehr & Alice Russell), Tennis Manitoba Day (Tennis Manitoba Staff), Girl’s Tennis Day (Robert Kennedy & Nancy Sarchuk), and the Rogers Rookie Tournament (Tennis Manitoba Staff, VB Tennis Staff, & Robert Kennedy). Thanks also to Rec Director Bruce Sirrell and his great crop of rec staff for this week’s activities…it’s going to be another great summer!

In the season’s first Herald, our club President,

Suzy Cramp outlined numerous updates about this summer’s activities that are worth noting. If you didn’t get a copy of the last two Heralds, an electronic copy can be found on the club website at www.victoriabeachclub.com. Please also note that the club’s Facebook page is a great place for club updates (simply search Victoria Beach Club in Facebook).

I’m now into my second year on the VB Club council and remain extremely impressed at the passion that everyone involved puts into this club to create a positive and social environment every summer. It’s all worth it when we see beaming kids at Family Games and when we see “grown ups” wiping out in the Potato Sack Race!

Get outside and get active folks. If you’re inside, you’re losing!

Mike Clement

VB Club Raffle Bikes – Eight at the Gate

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

The “Gate” riders will again be purchasing junior mountain bikes in support of the VB Community Club Raffle. These are top-end Marin “Bobcat Trail 24” and “Bobcat Trail 26” bikes retailing for over $500.

Walter Jozwiak owner of Lifesport on Pembina Highway is once again assisting us in this worthwhile project. The bikes will be available in either boys or girls frames in either 24” or 26” wheels and will have a two year maintenance agreement. Start saving now, buy lots of tickets, and your kids could be riding in style!

Our group rides from the gate every morning at eight o’clock; we ride road bikes and a few cyclo-cross bikes (the ones with mud on them). For information please contact Bob Marshall; VB land line 204 7568255, cell 204 261-4292 or email <jmarsha@mymts.net>

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

July 7, 2017

VB FLEA MARKET

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“Reuse, Renew and Recycle”

SATURDAY, July 8th • 12:30 pm–2:30 pm at the Victoria Beach Clubhouse

Once again, here is a great opportunity to help the Victoria Beach Club by passing on your treasures that are in good condition and are in need of a new home. Last year, with all the Volunteers and the wonderful help of Joanne Gibson, Deb Covernton and Lyndsi da Roza we raised over $3,000 for our VB Club.

As the new flea market convener this year, I hope that the entire VB community will continue to support this important annual VB Club event. The success of the Flea Market begins with Volunteers who can provide their own trucks to help with the early morning pick-up followed by Volunteers for set-up, sorting, pricing and to work at the Flea Market in the afternoon.

Thanks to the continuing effort of Al Scurfield, the RM Public Works Team, our VB Rec Assistants, Charity Coordinator Mavis Whicker and last year’s Clean Up Coordinator Lorraine Cook every effort was made to “Reuse, Renew and Recycle” and to avoid sending items to the dump.

Sunrise Set Up

If you are willing to get up early in the morning, just “Come on Down” to help with pricing, sorting, pick up and set-up beginning at 8:00 am … the earlier, the better, as we are in desperate need of your help. If you have past flea market experience, please identify yourself and your area of expertise – antiques, toys, artwork, linens, electrical, sporting goods, furniture, pricing, etc... Volunteers may arrive anytime after 8:00 am and are free to stay as long as you like. Due to safety concerns, ALL Volunteers between 8:00am – 12:30pm (whether or not accompanied by an adult) MUST be over the age of 12.

If you are a Volunteer with a truck, please contact Lyndsi da Roza at 204-756-3633 or lyndsidr@telus.net before Friday, July 7th to register as you will be assigned a special entrance pass then on Saturday morning bring a partner or a crew and pick up your assigned route sheet. Remember to bring work gloves if you are joining a truck crew.

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A very important reminder, please put your donated items in front of your property on Saturday, July 8th between 5:00am 8:00am. Unfortunately donations put out on Friday evening disappear and don’t make it to the Flea Market. On another note the Flea Market will only accept small electrical appliances that are in good working order and CSA approved. Also, very important if you are donating books please have them in a separate box and labelled for Sunday’s Book Sale.

The following items will NOT BE PICKED UP: life jackets, mattresses, sofas, love seats, large appliances, TVs, microwaves, electric fry pans, car seats, bed frames, cribs, toilets, carpets, building supplies, fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, gas BBQs and please … NO clothing or broken items!

Formidable Clean Up

The Clean-up (2:30pm-5:00pm) is always a challenge after the Flea Market. Aside from the Spence Street Thrift Shop, the other charitable organizations in Winnipeg and the surrounding areas cannot make the trip to pick up items at the end of the day. We therefore need volunteers to help deliver unsold treasures to the important charities. There are several possibilities for volunteers to assist with this.

The first and closest drop off is the skate building next to the VB Sports Centre on Hwy 59, which will be open after the flea market until 5:00pm. Special thank you to Lynn Anderson and Yvonne McPherson for their help and collaboration with the Merry Makers who are hosting a rummage sale in the fall. In turn, it would be great if we could help them in the fall at the end of their rummage sale to take items to charities. Also, thank you to Al Scurfield (Public Works) and the RMVB who is providing trucks to help bring items to the skate building that day.

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Other Charities accepting drop off items are:

Wings of Power in Pine Falls, www.wingsofpower.org The Spence Street Thrift Shop, 555 Spence St., Winnipeg, 783-9281 Centre Flavie-Laurent, 450 Provencher Blvd, Winnipeg, 231-9513 Oyate Tipi Cumini Yape, 606 Selkirk Avenue, Winnipeg, 589-2218 Hands of Hope, 204-261-8607 Again, if you are willing to bring a few loads to the skate building by the VB Sports Club or another Charity please contact Jennifer Engbrecht at jennifersings@mymts.net or 795-2376.

We look forward to this year’s Flea Market and we are confident that with the ongoing support and encouragement of our wonderful VB community, our 2017 VB Flea market will again be a resounding success.

See you at The Beach!

Flea Market Convener Lyndsi da Roza – 756-3633

lyndsidr@telus.net

Flea Market Charity Convener Mavis Whicker - 756-2894 mwhicker@mts.net Flea Market Clean Up Conveners Jennifer Engbrecht – 795-2376 Laura Epps Hilland Jennifer Sime Andrea Pratt McDowell

Sports Day

Sat., July 15, 2017 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

The Sports Field

Sports Day is a super fun event for the entire family with sprints, sack races, relays and bike races for all ages. For those who are new to Sports Day, the winner of the bike race is the last person to cross the finish line (no touching the ground and no back pedaling). Once those races are complete, stick around for the egg toss and then wash off the egg splatter in the water balloon bum break.

The events start at 10:00 a.m. sharp! See you at the Sports Field!

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V.B. Club Yoga 2017

Welcome to another wonderful summer at Victoria Beach!

With the growing popularity of yoga, the V.B. Club has added two additional classes to the schedule this year. On Mondays and Fridays, there will be two 75 minute classes, beginning at 9:00 am and 10:45 am, and on Wednesdays, classes will continue to be 90 minutes in length, beginning at 10:00 am.

In order to continue to provide highly qualified and experienced yoga instructors, the V.B. Club will again have a yoga wristband for $15 for V.B. Club Members. Please bring a copy of your V.B. Club Membership Application (either the pink or yel-

Change of start time for Bootcamp classes is 9am! Come prepared in case it rains, unless it’s thundering & lightening we’ll be there!

There will be a variety of different classes such as Tabata workouts, beach workouts, partner training and circuit training with or without the use of battle ropes, kettle bells, agility ladders, skipping ropes &TRX strapes.

Please call Julie at 204-979-2707 to register.

low copy, which will be immediately returned to you) in order to purchase a yoga wristband. Yoga wristbands can be purchased in the 30 minutes before any yoga class. Please bring either a cheque made out to the V.B. Club or exact change. Day-pass ($5/pass) holders can also participate in yoga, and these can be purchased at the Clubhouse just prior to yoga classes as well.

The teachers for this year will be Amanda Gray (Mondays), Marissa Rykiss (Wednesday, July 12th), Lise Mireault (remaining Wednesdays), and Leslie Towler (Fridays).

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Wednesday Bridge

Fitness Classes Update New Time

June 28 – a perfect day to play, 1st time we were cool and no flies; and the cards were perfect too.

A fabulous hand was played ... Bev Underhill bid 1 heart, partner Mar Desmet went straight to 7 hearts, I was the opposition and my heart stopped ... they made it … and were doubled....

June 28 winners were: • 1st Tammy MacIntosh 4770 • 2nd Joan Irving 4740 • 3rd Bev Underhill 4530 No, it wasn’t fixed! See you July 12 at 1:15pm and if you have any questions please call: Tammy MacIntosh - 756-6365 Joan Irving - 756-2748

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Please bring a yoga mat and water bottle, as well as either your green yoga wristband or an orange day-pass. Although the classes are geared towards adults, older teenagers can attend as well.

I have really enjoyed convening the yoga program and meeting so many other yoga enthusiasts. As this will be my last summer as Yoga Convenor, I am hoping to meet a person or two who could organize/teach a yoga program for 2018, so that our beach community can continue this wonderful practice together. If you are interested, please approach me at yoga or contact the Special Events Coordinators.

Namaste, Pamela Beazley (Yoga Convenor)

Victoria Beach Club Membership Wrap-Up

Victoria Beach!! What a great membership blitz weekend! We can’t thank our volunteers and members enough. It was a pleasure to see you all again, and meet some new “happy faces”. Some volunteers have been doing the routes for 26 + years! Thank you for the incredible support and thank you to all of those that support membership.

Now go grab your flip flops, a towel, smell the sweet beach air and we will see you on the beach!

Mon White

Contact Karen 204-754-2479 neiley@rogers.com

The Masters Tennis Tournament The VB Masters Tennis Tournament will be held on Saturday July 22nd and Sunday July 23rd, for players 40 and older. There likely is a whole new crop of you turning 40 by December 31st, 2017, so guess what....you qualify! You must be a VB Club Member ($50. per family) and each participant should have a shoe tag ($15.).

Registration is $5. per event, maximum is 3 events per player.

Entry sheets will be posted Thursday July 13th and entry will close Thursday July 20th at 5pm. The draw will be posted by Friday July 21st at 7pm. Rules and format will be posted as well. No late entries, please.

We kindly request the return of any trophies to the courts on Saturday July 22nd.

Our favourite Aussie, Steve Cook, has done a fantastic job running this busy tournament in recent years....tough shoes to fill but we are happy to try and do so!

If you need help finding a partner, we’ll try to set you up. We invite all of you enthusiastic tennis players to please come out for this fun event.

Margaret Meulendyk (204) 756-2538 Jane and Bill Turk (403) 818-8788

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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.

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

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Welcome to Doctor Carry Martens-Barnes and Doctor Dan Barnes Reeve, Council and the Medical Committee would like to thank Dr. Garth Campbell for his week as our doctor at the beach. We are so fortunate to have doctors who return to us year after year.

We would also like to welcome Doctor Carry Martens-Barnes and her son, Doctor Dan Barnes.

They will be sharing the medical duties over the next three weeks.

For those of you new to the beach, 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.

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

Reeve, Council and Medical Committee

July 7, 2017

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Victoria Beach Adult Soccer Tournament Calling all soccer players. Again this year we are having the adult tournament separate from the youth. This event is for players 15 years of age and over and will take place on Sunday August 16 with kickoff at 10:00 am at the Sports Field. If you want to enter a team or sign up individually, please register by Saturday August 15 at noon.

Remember that this is a fun tournament with no cleats allowed. Pinnies are provided. Teams must be of mixed gender and two players of the opposite gender must be on the field at all times. Six players plus a goaltender on the pitch at a time so recruit accordingly.

Please call or text Ted at 1-204-981-9199 by August 6 at 12:00 noon to register.

Would last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winners please return their trophy? Volunteer Referees are always needed and appreciated.

See you on the pitch!

Ted Geddert

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VB Community Church Many thanks to Ray & Kathy Harris for leading our service last week. It was very enjoyable & they gave us lots to think about.

We hope everyone enjoyed the new time & didn’t have too bad a time getting up early. For those of you that haven’t heard, our services are now starting every Sunday at 10:00 am.

There is a book available now on the history of St. Michaels

Church. It is for sale at the church on Sundays and is priced for $20.00. All proceeds will go to the church for some much needed repairs and renovations .

This Sunday we welcome Murray Henderson of the Anglian Church. Don’t forget! Service starts at 10:00 am.

Hope to see you there.

Victoria Beach HERALD

July 7, 2017

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The Watchmen “Live and in Stereo” at Summer Winds Family Music Festival

The Watchmen “Live and in Stereo” at Summer Winds Family Music Festival Alternative rock and one of the greatest home grown Winnipeg bands, The Watchmen will be taking the stage Saturday, July 22 at the 11th Annual Summer Winds Family Music Festival, Victoria Beach, MB. They will be showcasing music from their 30 year career including their latest album released April, 2017.

“With 30 years under their belts and performances throughout Canada, USA, Europe and Australia and records sold worldwide, we welcome The Watchmen to our stage. They have created a sound that pulls together the influences of classic rock and the Eighties U.S. & U.K. indie scene. They have unbelievable energy and an amazing following of fans.” says volunteer Entertainment Coordinators Michelle Carlson and Karen Stewart.

Over 2 days, Friday, July 21 and Saturday, July 22 eleven bands along with a number of local musicians and children’s activities join The Watchmen in bringing a variety of entertainment that is sure to please the crowds. The Portly Hip, a Tragically Hip tribute band and Panicland (a favourite of Saffie’s General Store) will keep you going from start to finish. You will keep dancing with classic rock brought to you by the Biivvers. Add Selkirk’s own country rocker Aaron Starr, a flavour of Reggae with RasTamils, award winning blues artist Tracy K, the energizing Brazilian band Andino Suns, along with the Perms, Fargo Arizona, Jesse Bandura, and Flying Whales.

Summer Winds is family friendly and welcomes children of all ages to the Kid’s Zone Tent. Come have your face painted or make a craft. Enjoy the interactive show of Mr. Circus Productions as well as favourite balloon artist Ryan Price will be there. Kids be creative and decorate your bike for the 2nd Annual Bike Decorating Contest. Parade around the grounds and have a chance to win fabulous prizes.

Glenn Halgren, long time volunteer and chair of the festival says, “There are a lot of fantastic bands and amazing talent in Canada and Manitoba. Summer Winds is fortunate to be able to showcase

some of them. Even if you don’t recognize some of the names, it is great to be able to listen to the different genres of music.”

Advance tickets are on sale now! Save on weekend passes by purchasing no later than July 17th, 2017 for only $50 each (13 and up).

After July 17, you pay just $70 for a weekend pass, $30 for a Friday pass or $60 for a Saturday pass. A child 12 and under accompanied by an adult is free, with each additional child just $5.

Tickets are available at business locations within the Eastern Beaches (Victoria Beach General Store, Victoria Beach Post Office, Traverse Bay Corner, Grand Marais Village Store, Saffies General Store, Carol’s on Leon), Grand Marais Village Store and Grand Central Station, 204 Skate in Selkirk and in Winnipeg at Peepers Swim Wear 866 Corydon Avenue and Edmond Financial, at 420 Academy or online at summerwindsmusic.com Get your friends, cottage neighbors and family members together and join us for another great year at the Summer Winds Family Music Festival. Take part in sharing in the excitement at Manitoba’s favorite beach party; get involved as a volunteer or as a much-needed sponsor!

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Yacht Club Update VBYC’s Sailing School program starts July 17th and runs for 4 consecutive weeks. There are still spots open so please visit www. vbyc.ca to register before it’s too late! Our Advanced Optimist classes are filling up quickly as previous participants graduate to the next level of sailing. Let’s get the new generation of sailors involved and introduce kids to sailing in our beginner classes. It’s a safe and fun environment for kids aged 7 and up. They’ll learn a lot

about the sport, the wind, and the lake and they’ll have a blast doing it. Classes for teens and adults are also available so grab a friend or sign up solo and meet new ones. Many great friendships began in sailing lessons over the years.

We are pleased to confirm that the regularly scheduled racing program will continue this year. VBYC hosts the largest catamaran fleet on the prairies. We’d love to get enough monohulls (Lasers etc.) out to run races as well. Skipper’s meetings are at 10am on weekends with racing starting approximately half an hour later.

Come down to the yacht club for 10 to participate or maybe get on a boat as crew. Or watch the action from the pier! It’s a VB tradition.

Got a kayak? The club is supporting an initiative for a weekly meet-up group paddle. Stay tuned to the Herald or our website for updates or contact Greg Thomas (756-2367) or Susan Hall (7563318).

Mark your calendars – the legendary Yacht Club Dance goes down August 6 at the VB Sport Club.

The Yacht Club is pleased to have welcomed a good deal of new members over the last couple of years as VBer’s continue to embrace water sports at the lake. Come see what all the excitement is about!

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Happy 150th Canada! VB Kids were amazed in the VB Bakery on July 1 at 4 pm for the traditional cake giveaway!

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Duplicate Bridge

Welcome Back Duplicate Bridge Evening – Monday, July 10 at 6 PM We are having a welcome back duplicate bridge evening on Monday July 10th starting at 6PM. Please bring an appetizer to share and a beverage (alcohol is allowed) of your choice. We did this at the “wind - up” of last season and it was such a success that we thought that we’d do it again to start this new season of duplicate bridge.

On June 26th, we had 16 enthusiastic bridge players out for bridge on a beautiful June evening. Congratulations to Donna

Thain and Patty Johnston (1st) and Sheila Ruban and Ken Capelle (2nd).

Duplicate bridge would not be possible without the support of the Victoria Beach Club, so please return the favour by buying a Victoria Beach membership.

Please come to duplicate bridge with a partner or if you need one call Ken at 756-3612. The cost for duplicate bridge remains at $1.00 per person - best deal at Victoria Beach! Cans of soda and bottled water are available for just $1.00.

See you at bridge.

VB Police Board Public Meeting

There will be a RMVB Police Board Public Meeting on Wednesday July 19, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., at the East Beaches Senior Scene. The members of the Police Board are John Gow, Isabelle Brunel and Linda McMillan. The meeting will include an update of the Police Board’s activities, an update of the Police Services activities during the Spring and early summer and an opportunity for the Public to ask questions. The Board welcomes your attendance and participation.

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Meet your Swim Instructors for 2017

Tess Hi, I’m Tess, and I’m back for another great year of swimming! I just graduated from Oak Park High School and next year I will be attending the University of Manitoba.

I’m entering the Faculty of Science and I’m also going to be running track and field for the Bisons. I’m super excited to spend summer at Victo-

Cameron The legend returns for round four! I’m Cameron, one of the veterans of the VB swim staff. I’ve just finished my second year at the University of Winnipeg, majoring in physics.

In the city, I’ve been teaching swimming lessons for Benchmark Swimming Academy. Some of my hob-

ria Beach, pier jumping, eating dream cookies, hanging out with my friends, and making memories. If you see me out and about VB, don’t be afraid to come and say hi! I can hardly wait to meet all of my new and returning swim students, and to do my best to improve everyone’s swimming ability. I hope I can teach my swimmers to conquer their own level 5 (which was, personally, my most challenging level). I hope to see everyone at the swim dock!

bies are swimming, ultimate frisbee, and tennis. During my youth, I went through the entire VB swim program, learning to swim in the cold, wavy, tormenting water. Although it was challenging, the experience moulded me into the tough, persevering man I am today. As head swimming instructor, my goal is to do as good a job as my predecessors did over past summers. I’m looking forward to seeing all the old and new faces and working with the rest of the staff this summer!

Sasha Hi, my name is Alexandra (Sasha) Shewchuk-Taylor. I just graduated high school and I am attending the U of W next year in the faculty of arts. I love to play soccer and spend time out at the lake with family and friends. I have been coming out to Victoria Beach ever since i was 7. I spend the majority of my summer at the cottage relaxing and spending time with

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family. I took my swimming lessons at Victoria Beach until i passed all my required levels. I look forward to working with everybody that is involved in the swimming program!

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Katie Hi! I’m Katie. Some of you might remember me from the tennis courts last summer. I am very excited to be part of the swim team at VB this year! I just graduated from high school and will be attending the University of Manitoba in the fall. When I’m not enjoying time at the beach, I sing and dance competitively, teach dance, as well as teach swimming lessons at the Steinbach Aquatic Centre. I’m looking forward to making a great splash with you this summer!

Mariel Hi my name is Mariel. I also just graduated from high school and I’m looking forward to studying and travelling next fall. I worked with the Victoria Beach rec and swim programs last summer and I’m excited to be back this year. I will be full-time swim and I’m looking forward to hanging out with the kids and enjoying the beach! After a long winter I’m excited to be out in the sun and sand!! I’m especially excited about the Fit and Fun class ...it’s going to be good!!

Kayleigh Hi everyone, I’m Kayleigh! Back for my second year teaching swimming lessons with the VBC. I just graduated from Sturgeon Heights Collegiate with my FrenchS immersion diploma and will be attending the University of Winnipeg in the fall. After ten years of swimming with the St. James Seals Swim Club, I’m hanging up my cap and goggles and will no longer be a swimmer. Looking forward to seeing all the new and old faces at the dock and beach this summer!

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Art Thursday

Our second Art Thursday will run July 13. This is a new program that will be held in the VB Clubhouse each Thursday from 12 to 3pm. If you would like to attend one of the classes listed below please email by Tuesday July 11th. This will give the artists enough time to purchase supplies for the students. Classes with a minimum attendance will run only if the minimum is met.

Email artthursdays@shaw.ca to reserve your space. Please indicate which of the sessions below you plan to attend and note the skill level and the fee!

Artists who would like to teach a skill are encouraged to come out and lead a class! Email me at barbpritchard@shaw.ca to arrange a slot for you!

1. Painting with Nancy-Lou Ateah $45. Skill level-All Come enjoy a paint afternoon, filled with fun and creativity. Absolutely no previous painting experience necessary. Go home with a finished watercolour painting. (8 to 12 students) 2. Creative Book folding sculpture with Leanne Van Bergen $10. Skill level - All In this class we will be folding pages of books to create a design. Most designs require precise folding of the pages only. Only some of the designs have pages cut. Bring your own books or use some of the books I will provide.

Some creations can be completed in less than half an hour! Others can be more time consuming but the finished product is worth it! Makes great gifts!

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4. Open studio $0 Space will be provided for those who would like to enjoy time creating and/or sharing their work with other artists of any age in the community. Come out and share your craft and make new friends. The Club is not supplying any materials for this studio.

200 Meter Swim

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Sandcastle Contest

It’s time to dust off those shovels and dig deep for some inspiration! The annual VB Sandcastle contest is this Sunday at Clubhouse Beach. Gather your team, draw up your plans and practice your sandcastle building techniques. There will be top prizes awarded in the following categories: - Traditional Sandcastles - Animals and Other Creatures - Anything Goes - Most Decorated - *Super-Structures* - 12 & Under (see guidelines) - 8 & Under (see guidelines) Official Rules: • Register at the desk and stake your territory.

• Building will commence promptly at 10:00 am (not before), with the exception of the *Super Structures. Those competing in the *Super Structures* category may begin as early as dawn toward the south end (pier end) of the beach.

• Human powered only! No hoses or motorized vehicles and equipment.

• PROPS: Beach-combed natural materials found on or adjacent to the beach are allowed and celebrated - e.g., stones, sticks, old bark, grass. NO commercially made props allowed (except in the “most decorated category”).

Age-Group Category Guidelines: For the 12 & under and 8 & under categories, there will be adjudicated awards but no rankings. Additionally, parents and adults please take note of the following: • These categories are a totally parent-free and adult-free event!

That’s right parents and family – leave the inspiration and execution up to your kids. Do not help them dig a hole, carry water, or give them any suggestions. It’s tempting to add in a comment or two but please hold back! Let them create, persevere and surprise us all!

Rural Municipality of Victoria Beach 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

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Sunday, July 16 from 10am-12pm Judging will begin at 11:00 a.m., which will be followed by a group photo of all the participants. Lather up in sunscreen before leaving the cottage and don’t forget your sun hat and water bottle.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Beach Events this Sunday!

Join us for Beach Events: Sunday, July 9th 2017 Time: 10:30am-12:00pm Location: Clubhouse Beach Theme: Circus/Carnival

Call for Volunteers!

There will be 24 events set up along the length of the beach. Each event will require at least 1-2 volunteers. We are also seeking enthusiastic volunteers with special talents in face painting, juggling or other circus 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!

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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!

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Lake Winnipeg Foundation: Paving a Way Forward with Community-Based Monitoring

This is the first of a four-part series highlighting initiatives of the Lake Winnipeg Foundation aimed at understanding and improving the health of our lake.

Over the last decade, residents and cottagers at Victoria Beach have experienced more frequent and larger algal blooms, affecting the water quality and recreational use of our lake. These blooms are the result of increased phosphorus concentrations. Phosphorus is a nutrient found in fertilizers and manure. More phosphorus present in a water body means that there are more nutrients available for biological activity, causing increased algae growth. To mitigate this water quality issue, it is necessary to understand which waterways contribute the most phosphorus to Lake Winnipeg.

In 2016, the Lake Winnipeg Foundation started a communitybased monitoring project to investigate phosphorus concentrations in streams and rivers flowing into Lake Winnipeg. Volunteers from two Manitoba conservation districts (Seine / Rat River and La Salle / Redboine) collected a total of 200 water samples from 12 sites.

The water sampling follows the same standards as federal or provincial government monitoring programs.

The water samples collected in 2016 demonstrated areas in the province with higher phosphorus contributions than previously reported – ultimately showing that phosphorus ‘hotspots’ are present in Manitoba’s waterways. By identifying hotspots, the Lake Winnipeg Foundation can direct resources towards water quality improvements in those areas. The results also illustrated the importance of sampling after snowmelt and severe storms to identify

areas where phosphorus enters the waterways.

The Lake Winnipeg Foundation’s community-based monitoring network continues to grow thanks to the success of the pilot project. The network now involves 70 sampling sites throughout Manitoba, and volunteers will collect over 1,000 samples this summer (5x more than last year!). The Lake Winnipeg Foundation will continue supporting this program in order to accumulate a significant body of data – the more data, the greater potential for insight on what is happening in the watershed. Ultimately, the Lake Winnipeg Foundation hopes that this data will inform policy, and help with both designing and assessing the performance of remediation efforts to mitigate phosphorus hotspots.

You can support the Lake Winnipeg Foundation by participating in the Victoria Beach and District Walk for Water on Sunday, August 13th. (Registration: VB Clubhouse at 9:15am; Walk: 2.5km starting at 10am.) You can support this event by (a) collecting pledges and walking, (b) pledging money to a walker, or (c) donating to the LWF by cheque or online at www.lakewinnipegfoundation.org (Please mention that your donation is being made in conjunction with VB’s Walk for Water.) Pledge forms are available at most Victoria Beach locations, Saffie’s in Albert Beach, and on the Lake Winnipeg Foundation website. For more information on the Walk, 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).

Golf Report

The annual Men’s Golf Tournament is on Friday July 21st with sign up starting July 4th at the golf club.

Enter soon, one shotgun start at 9am with only 72 spots available. Must be 18 years old. New this year is a free BBQ, Prizes and a putting contest. Sign up as a single or a group, payment is required at the time of sign up. Donations are always welcome, to be dropped off at the golf club. New this year is a men’s tournament committee with Bill Hurtig. David Warkentin and Jack Fotheringham. Come out and enjoy the 2017 Men’s open golf tournament!

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CLUB RAFFLE 2017

Sat., August 5 10 am-4 pm

The popular annual VB raffle will once again be held on the August long weekend in the Village Green.

Rain date is Sunday August 6.

Money raised from this raffle supports recreational activities provided by the Club. Please help us make this one another big success.

Donations in the form of new items/gifts certificates and money are appreciated! Tax receipts are issued for monetary donations.

Please give us a call or flag us down on the bike! We would be happy to arrange details with you.

Yvette Matousek-Wilson (204-782-3484) Angela Roehm (587-216-1233) Tracey Popel (204-232-6205) Lori Edwards (204-803-8474)

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.

RMVB Garbage Pickup Summer Schedule

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

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

PICK-UP IS FOR HOUSEHOLD GARBAGE ONLY.

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

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

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VB Ladies Golf Tournament - July 26th You still have time to sign up for the tournament. $20 entry fee, plus green fees for non-golf course members. Ladies 18 and over are all welcome. Enter as a team or single – we’ll find a place for you! This is a fun tournament – golf rules apply but scores don’t matter. Everyone’s a winner and starts off with a tee gift bag, water and a complimentary wine ticket. The day is about having fun, playing some golf, and enjoying the after-game appetizers catered by the Merry Makers at the VB Community Centre on Hwy 59.

Everyone has a chance to win a flight prize. We also have a silent auction with many selections to appeal to everyone.

We are still seeking donations for the silent auction. All proceeds go to the Community Centre. Drop off donations at the golf course or phone and I will happily pick them up.

Entries close on July 24th. Register at the golf course for a tee off time at 8:30 or 11:30. Arrive at the course 30 minutes before tee off to ensure you are registered and ready to golf. See you there, rain or shine!

Sally Lawler (204-334-2563)

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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.

COSBY RENOVATIONS - Need a new deck, repair work, or want to update to your summer cottage? I’m the person to call!

I do high quality work at competitive prices. No job is too big or too small. Call for a free estimate! (204)229-1687.

Sun Country Arts & Crafts Inc. Arts, Crafts & Collectibles Sale, Senior Scene, Sat. July 15, 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.

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.

Welcome back everyone – for another great summer!

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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.

So You’re a Thinker?

Prove to the world exactly how good a thinker you really are at the Victoria Beach Trivia Night. On Friday August 4th, 7:00 at the Clubhouse, you and nine of your smartest friends will compete against other teams in the ultimate trivia contest. Teams will answer skill testing questions from ten different subject areas such as fashion, art, physics etc. The game will take two to three hours to complete.

So pick carefully and gather your smartest friends for a fun evening with friendly intellectual competition. Imagine a team of kite surfers, tennis players, or even a team of bridge players. All competing for the title: “Who are the smartest people in Victoria Beach”.

The cost to register a team of ten is $100.00. All proceeds go to the VB Clubhouse renovation. Tickets go on sale Saturday, July 8, at the tennis kiosk.

Victoria Beach Trivia Night Friday, August 4 • 7:00-10:00 Cash Bar

Art Exhibition:

A Manitoba Moment We are pleased to announce A Manitoba Moment art exhibition at the Victoria Beach Clubhouse on August 6th from 12:006:00 p.m. This exhibition offers an expansive look at artists from Victoria Beach, Winnipeg and other Manitoba communities. A selection committee has handpicked a diverse collection of artists whose work will be featured, including Maureen Watchorn, Collins Campbell, Tony Tascona, Bill Lobchuk, and Takashi Iwasaki.

5% of sale proceeds will be donated to the VB Club and 5% to the children’s charity Snowflake Place.

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Letter to the Editor

Sometime between June 12 and June 30 this art work was stolen from 203 Sunset Blvd. The value to us is sentimental and priceless. They have been a part of our cottage since it was built in the 1920s. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these pieces please contact 204-756-8394 or email nictorrie1@shaw.ca. Sincerely Anderson Family Cottage.

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