september
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City Centre Half Marathon Location: MacDonald Island Park
Date: Sunday, September 15th, 2013 In celebration of 100 years of policing in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, City Centre McMurray has teamed up with MacDonald Island Park to host a Half-Marathon! The City Centre McMurray Half-Marathon will include several routes of varying length from 1 km to 21.1 km. It’s a great opportunity for residents of all ages to get active, meet new people and have fun. More information: Krystal Bates (780) 791-0070 ext. 5078
Peter Pond Mall Kid’s Fashion Jumpstart Location: Peter Pond Mall
Date: Saturday, September 21, 2013
Northern Insights Presents Arlene Dickinson
1pm and 4pm Children’s fashion show in partnership with Princess Pageants
Date: Wednesday September 4, 2013 – Doors at 6:30 An inspirational speaking engagement by the CEO and owner of Venture Communications, one of Canada’s top independent marketing communications firms. You may also know Arlene as one of the “Dragons” on the award-winning CBC series Dragons’ Den.
RCMP Centennial Regimental Ball
Location: Nexen Field House, MacDonald Island Park
Tickets: MacDonald Island Park Box Office
Suncor presents: SPOTLIGHT
Location: Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre Date: Thursday September 5, 2013 Nexen BACKSTAGE Women’s Mini Conference – 1:00pm SPOTLIGHT McMurray Girl Awards Gala – 5:30pm Our Women’s mini conference explores the many facets of the life of a woman in Fort McMurray. Then, join us for the evening’s festivities as we enlighten, inspire and empower women with our Live TALKSHOW, McMurray Girl Awards, and boutique silent auction shopping - all in support of the Fort McMurray Firefighter’s Foundation. More info: events@mcmurraygirl.com
Location: Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre
Date: Saturday September 21, 2013 – 5:30-10pm Celebrating 100 years of policing and the 25th anniversary of Fort McMurray Victim Services. This event will help raise funds for Victim Services and bring awareness and advocacy to victims of crime and tragedy and a chance to celebrate this exciting milestone in the history of Wood Buffalo. Tickets: $150 each. Purchase at http://rcmp100.eventbrite.ca or by calling Victim Services at 780.788.4250
Country Cut-Off
Location: Earls Restaurant Date: Saturday, September 28, 2013 - 12:30pm Fundraising event for 2 children’s charities: Kids Forever and Angel Hair for Kids. McMurray Girls will be cutting their hair and shaving their heads for the causes. Join the fun with a live auction and more!
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mcmurray moments
My first time encountering a tar sand beetle, when it flew in my car window while driving down Franklin Ave. Taught me to keep my windows up and air conditioning on! Never drove with the windows down in the summer since.
on my playlist Nothing but the 90’s.
my advice...
Everything in life is temporary. So if things are going good, enjoy it because it won’t last forever and if things are going bad, don’t worry it can’t last forever either.
must-haves Mascara, Cell Phone and Jean Jacket or Jean Vest.
excited about...
Now that I am graduated I am looking forward to a bright and fulfilling future in Fort McMurray, the land of opportunity.
words I live by
Don’t let the fear of striking out, keep you from playing the game.
fun fact
I swam with a stray Beluga whale in the ocean off Newfoundland. It was both scary and exciting – but it was a great, once in a lifetime experience.
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(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Happy Birthday! The Sun is in your sign (the only time all year this happens), which is why you will be able to recharge your batteries for the rest of the year. You attract important people and favourable circumstances to you. Hint: Make hay while the Sun shines! Meanwhile, relations with a friend or a group might yield major changes and surprises. Others might endorse you or help you reach your goals. This is an auspicious time. Expect a miracle! www.georgianicols.com
Libra
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Your birthday is a month away, which means your personal year is ending. Therefore, this is the perfect time to make plans about your new year. How do you want it to be different from last year? What goals do you want to achieve? Meanwhile, something unusual might electrify your reputation, perhaps suddenly. People are aware of you. Your name is on their lips. You might get a promotion, a raise, recognition – something that makes you feel acknowledged and appreciated.
Scorpio
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Your popularity is growing. This month your schedule is jam-packed with the demands of clubs and organizations. It’s time to think about long-range goals and making your dreams a reality. Work with others because they will benefit you. Establish who you are in partnerships and groups. Many of you will get a sudden opportunity to travel or explore further training and education. Others will receive a windfall connected with publishing, the media, medicine and the law. This is an exciting time in our life.
Sagittarius
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
People notice you now, especially people in authority. And they admire you, which is why they want you to take on increased responsibilities. Say yes because you won’t have to do anything Photo © Shutterstock.com / Gorbash Varvara
special to dazzle them (Obviously, this is the month to push your agenda – ya think?) Perhaps one reason you are noticed is a sudden windfall of money, support, wealth or assistance arrives, or a chance to economically join forces with someone. Make the most of this!
Capricorn
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You’re restless and eager to expand your horizons. Travel anywhere because you want adventure and you want to get outta Dodge. However, travel is not the only way to change your world. Exciting courses and educational opportunities can also expand and enrich your life. Meanwhile, sudden and wonderful opportunities can benefit you through a partner or close friend. A casual relationship might become committed. Or you might meet wonderful people through someone. Expect success in dealing with the general public.
Aquarius
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
You’re focused on inheritances, taxes, debt, shared property and anything to do with jointly-held assets. You might meet a strong teacher or someone who provokes self-inquiry in you. Perhaps it is because of your self-aware readiness that you will experience a sudden job promotion or a sudden change that benefits both your health and your work. Something unexpected is going to open doors for you. Classically, you will want to work for yourself or be selfemployed in some way.
Pisces
(Feb. 19-March 20)
Your focus is on partnerships and close friendships. (For a relationship to be successful, you must be as good for your partner as he or she is for you.) Meanwhile, respect your need for more sleep because the Sun is now as far away from your sign as it gets all year, and the Sun is your source of energy. You want to be well-rested because unexpected opportunities to vacation, enjoy the arts, be involved in sports and enjoy playful activities with children will fall in your lap. Expect a fun bonanza to come your way.
Aries
(March 21-April 19)
This month, you want to get organized! Do whatever you can to manage your life more efficiently. Make lists, refine techniques, establish procedures and get support material. While you’re on this self-improvement kick, focus on health. Yes, you want it all! Meanwhile, a sudden change might benefit where you live or your family. You might move suddenly or your home might change in some way that makes you feel richer, younger and more excited about life.
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Taurus
(April 20-May 20)
It’s a time for a vacation because the bottom line is that you want to please yourself this month. “I wanna have fun!” Enjoy sports events, the arts, the theatre, playful times with children and many chances to
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socialize and party with others. Something exciting will rev your engines. You’re making big plans! Expect a change to your style of communicating with relatives, especially siblings and cousins.
Gemini
(May 21-June 20)
This month your attention turns to home, family and your private life. You’ve been so busy lately you almost hunger for a chance to cocoon at home. Many will be involved with a parent more than usual. Unexpected news (hopefully positive) might impact your earnings. This could be a sudden windfall, a better job, a raise or a chance to make money. For some, it might be an unexpected purchase that makes you feel rich!
Cancer
(June 21-July 22)
This month, you’re juggling short trips, errands, conversations with everyone, visits here and there plus increased reading and writing. (“My hair’s on fire!”) Plus you might squeeze in a vacation! The reason this might happen is many of you will get a charmed hit of good luck like a bolt out of the blue. The next year is fortunate for you and perhaps one
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of the reasons for this is that something will suddenly happen. It could be opportunities to expand your life. (Keep your bags packed by the door.)
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(July 23-Aug. 22)
You’re entering a thought-provoking month where you will puzzle answers and wonder, “What should I be doing?” You want to know
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what matters in life. You’re thinking about cash flow, earnings and possessions. You might want to show something off. You want better
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control over your life with what you own. Recently, unexpected changes have made you more reflective, especially spiritually. Your own mortality and the interconnectedness of everything make you think.
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