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Free Vol. 10 Issue 7 OCTOBER 2011 Now Available online www.usay.ca

NOTEBOOK from*the*editor Hello New Tribe Readers, Well, the ground is starting to get littered with fallen leaves so we all know that colder weather can’t be far away.

What better way to stay warm then to grab the newest edition of NTM and read the stories, articles, and artwork submitted for the month of October.

We also want to announce the upcoming original play ‘NDN Interrupted’ that will be starting auditions and rehearsals this month. See the back cover of this issue for more details and information.

USAY and New Tribe Magazine events? Feel free to search us out on Face book and join our growing friends list. We post upcoming events, submission requ irements and deadlines, and fun stuff like upcoming movie nights and book clubs. It is also a great place to comment on stories or articles you wish to see in our upcoming issues.

Do you have an opinion on this issue of New Tribe magazine? Good, bad, or ugly send in your thoughts and we will print it in the letters section.

Spread the word, and stay true to Please note on previous comics it. published in New Tribe, missing artist name was David Joyce. We John Medeiros apologize for the omission.

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Calgary’s Aboriginal Youth Monthly usayeditor@gmail.com Managing Editor John Medeiros Graphic Design Aboriginal Design Group Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth Suite 1109, 615 Macleod Trail South Calgary, Alberta T2G 4T8 403.233.8225 Executive Director LeeAnne Ireland Program Manager Rachel Paris Office Administrator Jessica Hawryluk Board of Directors President Sarena Provost Vice-President Amanda Gonet Treasurer Melaina Patenaude Secretary Cheryl Hanley Directors Ryan Willert NEW TRIBE is a monthly magazine. Our mission is to promote a positive outlook on Aboriginal living in an urban setting by promoting information sharing within the Aboriginal and youth communities Opinions expressed in submitted work/letters are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of NEW TRIBE or USAY. This magazine is a forum for Aboriginal youth to speak their minds and share their stories without intervention.

The publisher assumes no responsibility or liability for plagiarism of the works in the magazine. All writings are presumed to be the original work of the contributing authors.

Special Thanks to our Community Partners & Funders

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CONTENTS

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COVER STORY DWIGHT FARAHAT 20

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NEWS BRIEFS

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GEAR UP

7 WHAT’S GOING ON?

24 TALENT

8 TRIBE ART

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10 THE LEGEND

29 TRIBE TALENT

12 ON THE TABLE

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MUSIC REVIEW

14 POETRY

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MOVIE REVIEW

15 COOL JOBS

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LITERALLY

16 COMMUNITY

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HOROSCOPES

18 HEALTH

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COMMUNITY

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NEWS*BRIEFS

Aboriginal Happenings From Across Canada Native couplesÕ property rights revisited

VANCOUVER - The federal government launched a new bid Wednesday to provide on reserve aboriginal couples the same matrimonial property rights as other Canadians.

The legislative void, first highlighted in a 1985 Supreme Court of Canada decision involving a separating couple from the Westbank First Nation near Kelowna, has been denounced on human rights grounds by a Canadian Senate committee and the United Nations.

But attempts by Conservative governments to modernize the laws have run into opposition from first nations groups and opposition MPs, resulting in three separate bills dying on the order paper between 2006 and 2011.

The bill, introduced in the Senate on Wednesday rather than in the House of Commons, includes changes that respond to some of the concerns, according to a government news release. Ò It has been more than 25 years since the

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Supreme Court of Canada acknowledged that people living on reserves in Canada lack similar matrimonial real property rights and protections as other Canadians,Ó Aboriginal Affairs Minister John Duncan, MP for Vancouver Island North, said in a statement. The government release said the bill provides a Ò balancedÓ answer to a Ò long-standing injustice and legislative gap that affects people living on reserves, particularly women and children.Ó Public Works Minister Rona Ambrose, who is also minister responsible for the status of women and MP for Edmonton-Spruce Grove, said the legislation represents Ò an important step in ending violence against aboriginal women and girls.Ó SOURCE -THE VANCOUVER SUN

Treaty knowledge passed down the generations

MANITOBA Ð Students across the province will get a chance to study the treaties between aboriginal people and the federal government this year.

At the announcement, the nine-year-old great-great-great-granddaughter of Chief Yellowquill -- the first signatory in 1871 to Treaty One -- presented a copy of the document to a group of schoolchildren. Ò From my family to your generation,Ó Nicahne Daniels said as she presented the document to three students from William Whyte School.

The treaty material was taught in 11 schools on a pilot basis last year.

Resource material for kindergarten to Grade 4 and grades 7-12 will be completed over the next two years.

Grades 5 and 6 teachers will be able to teach the material this year after they participate in a two-day in-service session set for Winnipeg and The Pas in October.

Jamie Wilson, the treaty relations commissioner of Manitoba, said he expects as more resource material is developed, treaty classes will become mandatory in Manitoba schools.

SOURCE - WINNIPEG FREE PRESS

Officials released details Tuesday morning about the learning materials, which will be available to all grades 5 and 6 teachers.

What’s Going On? OCTOBER,2011 Oct 1 Calgary Moms Trade Fair Quality Hotel Airport Calgary, AB www.calgarymomstradefair. com

Oct 14 - 16 Calgary Tattoo & Arts Festival Calgary, AB http://hstrialimmaculateconcep. homestead.com

Oct 1 - 2 The Men’s Expo BMO Centre Calgary, AB www.mensexpo.ca

Oct 17 Selena Gomez in Concert Calgary, AB

Oct 3 - 4 2011 Canadian Association of Suicide Prevention Converence Vancouver, BC www.casp2011.ca Oct 9 Rise Against in Concert Calgary, AB Oct 11 Avril Lavigne in Concert Calgary, AB Oct 11 - 16 WordFest Calgary, AB www.wordfest.com

Oct 22 - 23 Calgary Woman’s Show BMO Centre Calgary, AB www.calgarywomansshow. com Oct 23 Halloween Howl Calgary Eau Claire Calgary, AB www.events.runningroom. com Oct 27 Foo Fighters in Concert Calgary, AB

Calgary Flames 10/08/2011 08:00 PM Pittsburgh Penguins @ Calgary Flames 10/18/2011 07:30 PM Edmonton Oilers @ Calgary Flames 10/20/2011 07:30 PM New York Rangers @ Calgary Flames 10/22/2011 02:00 PM Nashville Predators @ Calgary Flames 10/26/2011 08:00 PM Colorado Avalanche @ Calgary Flames 10/28/2011 07:00 PM St Louis Blues @Calgary Flames

Calgary Stampeders

10/01/2011 02:00 PM Saskatchewan Roughriders@ Calgary Stampeders 10/21/2011 07:30 PM Saskatchewan Roughriders@ Calgary Stampeders

Calgary YMCA Rec night Every Tuesday 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Oct 31 Halloween If you have an event youÕ d like us to include in our monthly calendar, email it to us - usayeditor@gmail.com by the third Wednesday of the month.

Submission deadline for the November 2011 issue: October 26

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TRIBE*TALK

FACEBOOK, SOCIAL MEDIA & BIDNASS

ThereÕ s a lot of buzz about social networking. People, business, churches, and even schools are lining up for FaceBook pages because itÕ s the heart of the social network arena. There have been lots of fads and fly-by-night websites, but FaceBook appears to have a staying power that surpasses many other sites.

able to communicate effectively through web-based solutions that did not involve phones. The computer was where everyone was going chat with friends. This changed, however, as cell phone technology progressed. It didnÕ t take long for smart phones to enter the equation again as a communication portal. It was not through phone calls, however, There was a time when sites like because many people were still FaceBook were limited to student using the web to find people. popularity. College kids would use this as a way to communicate The smart phone, in conjunction and keep in touch with friends. with FaceBook, has become a huge There were lots of other sites playground for personal use. It has like MySpace that allowed users also become a great resource for to build profiles and search the businesses that want to advertise. web for cyber friends. These social A movie was made about the media circles where complimented founders of FaceBook, and the with other software applications creator has appeared on the cover like Yahoo and MSN messenger. of Time magazine.

It has been around for several years, but the buzz is still growing.

Many reports from established magazines like Fortune and Time have called FaceBook a multibillion dollar advertising entity.

Companies are building fan pages and giving away merchandise for fans that decide to Ò likeÓ them on FaceBook.

This is a word-of-mouth buzz that spreads quickly. A small amount of advertising can go a long way, and much of the exposure is free. Anyone that is interested in marketing themselves cannot afford to conduct business without a FaceBook page.

ItÕ s the business calling card that many professionals are now answering to. ThereÕ s a lot of be The web was becoming Things like this are a clear said for a business that has lots of a centralized location for indication that FaceBook is here to fans. ItÕ s an indication of effective communication. Everyone was stay. ItÕ s not an overnight success marketing at work. moving towards the blogs, forums, that people will forget about in a and social media. People were couple of years.

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TRIBE FICTION

THE LEGEND Over the course of many years there always seemed to be something that forever haunts the souls and minds of the people in a little town called Turlinton Row. For you see this little town had its share of treacherous murders and heinous acts. On the surface, the town seems like a quaint area that anyone would love to call home. Nevertheless, to the townÕ s people they knew that once you become an inhabitant of Turlinton, you would never be able to leave.

The murders began on a hot summerÕ s night in July when everyone in the town had gathered for a lovely fireworks display. The air was thick and the spirits were high as the townsfolk cheered watching the wondrous lightshow. While everyone focus was on the show a mysterious figure was taking 10

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stalk of everyone in attendance. flashlights; we are going to put Lurking in the shadows this an end to this once and for all.Ó cretin was seeking whom he could devour.

The women and children began to huddle together as the men The townÕ s people continued hurriedly gathered whatever to laugh with glee, eating gun or knife they could find. Just watermelon and munching on as the search party headed for grilled hot dogs. Just as the the woods, there was another squeals of excited little children cry from within the woods. filled the air, there was a shrill Ò NoÉ donÕ t come closer, he cry for help that began to will kill you too!Ó It was the arise in the distance. Ò HelpÉÓ voice of the girl, this time she Someone shouted. Ò Help, there sounded as if she was gasping is blood!Ó for breath.

The whole town began to turn their focus in the direction of the cries. It sounded to be that of a young woman who voice seemed to becoming from the woods nearby. Ò Alright everyoneÉÓ TurlintonÕ s sheriff bellowed. Ò We are going to spilt up and find out who that person is. I want all of the men folk to gather your weapon and

As the men entered the wood with their weapons and flashlights, they began to see pieces of what seemed to be white cloth hanging from the tree branches. Deeper and deeper in to the woods they went when suddenly they stumbled upon a figure that lay curled into a fetal position. It was the young girl, who appeared to be in just

FICTION her undergarments, covered in Ò What is the matter?Ó The blood. Ò Quick letÕ s take her to doctor said finally answering in the doctor!Ó The men cried. his robe, with his glasses falling from his nose. Ò DonÕ t move her, she is a sacrifice.” An old man The men still had the young approached the young girl and girl held up as if they were knelt down beside her. Ò She pallbearers. Ò We found her should have never come to in the woods. She had begun this town. You know it happens crying out for help just as the every year around this time.Ó celebrations were taking place.Ó The Sherriff explained. Ò Well Ò What are you babbling about? donÕ t just stand there bring her We must hurry before she in.Ó dies.Ó The Sherriff shouted. The men all agreed and began to lift As the men folk walked into the her lifeless body up from the doctors home his lovely wife ground. Ò You bring her back slowly walked downstairs and into town from this wood and stood in awe. They placed her he will come after your children body on what appeared to be and your wives! Is that what a gurney lined up in the hallway you want?Ó along the wall. The young girl was barely breathing and her Ò Look the legend of the lips were turning blue. Ò I would Turlinton Catcher is just that, like to thank you gentlemen for a legend. Now leave this be bringing her, but now I must ask MacArthur.Ó As the men carried you to all wait outside on the the young girl to the townÕ s front porch.Ó only doctor, the old man began to pray a strange prayer, almost The doctorÕ s wife said as she chant like aloud. Ò Cover us, escorted the men to the door. donÕ t leave us, he will come in Ò You promise you will tell us of the night, leaving Turlinton in a her condition as soon as there fright. Watch out, look out, all is a change?Ó One of the men you will see, the Catcher is real stated. Ò Yes my husband will and not make believe.Ó take good care of her. I will inform you of any change.Ó Once his chant was over the men had made it to the town The men walked out of to the doctor and began to pound front porch and began to peer away at his door. Since this was in through the window as the a rather small town, the doctor doctor began to examine the performed his duties directly young girl. Ò The Catcher will from out of his own home. come for one more, and when

he does we will be ready!Ó Several months passed by and the young girl that was mauled in the woods had not survived the attack. Many townsÕ people began to fear that they too would be the next victim. The old man MacArthur began to hold meetings in the town square hoping to educate people about the killer and to let them know that this sort of thing would definitely happen again. Ò You young whippersnappers must know that before many of you were born, there were quite a few killings that took place right here in this towns square. Every fourth of July individuals would notice that someone who was new to this town would have their child taken as a sacrifice…..” The peopleÕ s ears listened intently as the elder ranted on. The sheriff headed towards the square; he stopped and decided to hear what the old man had to say.

He stood and took in every word, but it still seemed like the killer he spoke of was not real.

The more he talked the more the Sherriff began to think that the old man just loved having the attention, since he was the only surviving member of the townÕ s original founders.

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FLAVOR

On the Table Pumpkin Pie INGREDIENTS

Crust: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons white sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup canola oil 2 tablespoons rice milk Filling: 1/2 cup white sugar 1/4 cup dark brown sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 1/4 cups rice milk DIRECTIONS Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

Stir together the flour, sugar, and salt in a 9 inch pie pan, and make a well in the center. Pour the oil and rice milk into the well, then mix with a fork until a dough forms. Use your hands to press the mixture evenly into the bottom and sides of the pan. Crimp the edge of the crust.

Stir together the white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves in a large bowl; set aside. Whisk together the pumpkin puree, oil, eggs, vanilla, and rice milk in a separate bowl until evenly blended. Add the pumpkin mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until fully blended. Pour into the prepared crust and place on a cookie sheet in the preheated oven.

Bake for 10 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. The center may still wiggle a little but will firm up out of the oven. Cool on a metal rack

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FLAVOR

On the Table Halloween Pumpkin Cookies INGREDIENTS 1 cup shortening 2 cups white sugar 2 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 pinch ground nutmeg 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1 cup chopped walnuts DIRECTIONS Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.

In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and white sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Stir in the vanilla and pumpkin until well blended. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg; stir into the pumpkin mixture. Mix in the chocolate chips. Stir in the walnuts if desired. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets.

Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until edges begin to brown. Allow to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheets before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

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POETRY ANGEL SANDERSON

The Lost Ones

Seek & Find

These eyes are hollow, and the spirit is bare There used to be something more inside of there It has been lost, rejected, tossed It lives on a much darker side This is my lie. I hide it inside I am a lost child; one of the forgotten My family doesn’t recognize me The abuse left me unable to be free Solace comes in liquid form Culture and tradition is what I mourn No one taught me to be a friend Instead I just consume and destroy It’s all the same in the end If I could sing a song of misery I would name it I am lost, and no one can find me Alone deep inside my mind The key is spirit and the door is will But the demons come and take their fill My strength is nearly depleted Empty.

When can we sit together?

Can I be your friend?

Will I die alone in the end?

We met at the liquor store After so many years apart When we were young girls We used to enjoy making art Beading and sewing Buckskin and cloth Until she went her way I went mine It was only a matter of time Until we would meet again My dear old friend After many years living two different lives Her hair is still black, her eyes brown, and her skin tan Like mine But she does not look like me Her eyes are hollow She wishes to be free Desperately trying to hide behind A fabricated veil of lies Creator helps me to hold her near To share in her fear Build upon what we think we lost With help from the Sun and Moon above Let us live and breathe unconditional LOVE…

The Hidden Ones In the middle of the night We packed up our tipi and ran My grandmother took my trembling hand She pulled her favourite fur tightly over my shoulders And said, “My darling dear we must get away from here.

We belong to the Creator, and it told us to run, hide up in the mountains, And fight to save what we are…the remaining legacy of The Morningstar.”

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Community

COOL JOBS PROFILE Allison Montgomery Short Order Cook

1. What is your name and job title? (Where do you work?)

My name is Allison Montgomery and IÕ m a short order cook for a new restaurant opening called Ensemble.

2. What does your job consist of?

Being a short order cook is about preparing a wide assortment of dishes as soon as they are ordered.

They can range from breakfast items, lunch and even dinner. ItÕ s also about preparing ingredients needed before the rush times begin.

ing up, and I learned everything to you end up with the same great know about cooking with his help. tasting item each time. On the other hand, itÕ s also fun to experi4. How long have you been ment to try and improve on existdoing this job? ing menus.

I have been formally cooking for 3 7. What are the challenges years now and it still feels brand within your job? new. I love it!

Customer satisfaction will always 5. Why did you get into be the biggest challenge. I hate it if this type of work? someone goes away remotely disappointed with their food. ItÕ s very As mentioned, I grew up in the in- important to me that everyone is dustry and always loved the pro- happy with the food and service of cess of making people happy with anywhere that I am a part of. what they ordered. It has always felt great to create something that 8. What advice do you have people can enjoy and go away hap- for other Aboriginal youth py with their experience. interested in this position?

3. What sort of education 6. What is your favorite do you need to get into this thing about your job? type of work?

Two things stand out the most and Although there are a lot of places they contradict each other a little. to get formal training, my uncle I love how if you follow the same has a restaurant when I was grow- steps, use the correct ingredients,

If you donÕ t know anyone in the business that can help, definitely go to school and get training. ItÕ s a great way to earn a living, while getting to meet new people.

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COMMUNITY

TIPSÊF ORÊS INGLEÊP ARENTS Many people today are single parents, due to divorce, death of a spouse and out-of-wedlock births.

Raising a child on oneÕ s own presents many challenges and one of those challenges is providing for oneÕ s children.

much cheaper during the summer and vice versa.

People should also consider shopping at thrift stores. Thrift stores offer nice clothes for great prices. Additionally, these stores also offer great deals on other things, such as furniture, books, Single parents have a lot to worry DVDs and other home items. about, but the one thing that they should not have to worry about Many parents are tempted to is money. Fortunately, there are throw out clothes once their child several ways that parents can gets too big for it. One of the ways save money on food, clothing and that parents can save money on entertainment. clothes is by passing the clothes down to their younger children.

Food is a necessity, but it is something that parents should not Many children do not like to get have to spend an arm and a leg on. hand-me-down clothes, but they One of the ways that parents can have to understand that clothes save money on food is by using are not cheap and their parents coupons. Coupons can be found are doing the best that they can. in newspapers and on web sites.

Some coupons allow a person to Entertainment is usually at the save up to 50 percent on his or bottom of a single parentÕ s priority her groceries. list. However, it is something that one does not have to do without.

People can save money on clothes Everyone deserves to go to the is by shopping during the off- movies every now and then. season. Winter clothes are usually

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A trip to the movies is not cheap, but one of the ways that waiting until the movie has been in the theaters for awhile. Many theaters offer discounts on movies that have been in the theater for a few months.

Most people have cable in their homes and it is a good thing. Cable allows a person to watch many of his or her favorite shows, but it can also be quite costly. Parents do not have to eliminate cable completely, but one of the ways that they can save money is by reducing the number of channels.

Most people have a lot of channels that they do not watch, so this should be a fairly simple task.

Parents should also consider taking advantage of Netflix. Netflix is a website that allows a person to watch thousands of his or her favorite television shows and movies for one low monthly price.

Paying one low monthly price is a great alternative to buying a new DVD every month. Additionally,

COMMUNITY Additionally, many people today parents can save money on prefer Netflix over cable. entertainment for their children is by looking into free activities.

Many people today do not play Almost all children enjoy going board games, but board games to the park and the best part are a great and inexpensive way about it is that it does not cost to have fun. Boardgames are not anything. A child can have fun only fun, but challenging. They at the park for hours without also are a good way for parents putting a hole in his or her to have fun with their children. parentÕ s pocket. Parents can also Monopoly, Trivial Pursuit and spend time with their children at Checkers are not as popular the library. Almost all libraries today as they was in the past, but have fun and free activities for playing these games will allow children. A benefit of going to people to save a lot of money on the library is that a child gets to have fun while learning. entertainment.

a doubt the hardest job on the planet. Raising a child is a responsibility that was meant to be shared, but when a person does not have anyone to share that responsibility with, it can be extremely difficult. Single parents have a million things to worry about, but they should not have to worry about money for food, money and entertainment for their children. Today, there are numerous ways that people can make sure that their children have everything that they need without breaking a budget.

Another one of the ways that Being a single parent is without

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Health

VITAMINS & EXERCISE Janice Monroe We have all heard the saying Ò an apple a day, keeps the doctor awayÓ .

But eating a bushels of apples, just isnÕ t going to cut in todayÕ s world.

There are many pollutants in the air, as well as illnesses that are popping up that doctors have no clue how to treat. Vitamins and exercising can be a perfect way for boosting our childrenÕ s immune system, as well as maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Most adults have had their whole lives to build their immune systems, but our teens and children have not.

healthy body function. We get a lot of our vitamins from the food that we eat, however, when there is a deficiency things can go wrong and we can become ill. That is why taking a Multivitamin is a great idea for our kids.

Vitamin C- Taking Vitamin C (or also known as ascorbic acid) is great for when your child gets sick with a common cold or the flu, because it can help fight viruses. It can also aid in healing of wounds, and is perfect for brain function. Vitamin C is essential The immune system is composed when forming collagen that holds of different cells distinguished cells together. ItÕ s needed for cells, proteins, tissues and organs flourishing bones, teeth, gums, that defend people against germs, and blood vessels. viruses and microorganisms every day. It is our bodyÕ s defense against Vitamin D- Taking Vitamin D is a all the bad stuff that is out in the great way to absorb calcium and is world. Here is a list of vitamins that great for strengthening bones and are great for the winter months, joints. Most of the time you get and the benefits of exercise during this when you are out in the sun, because it is absorbed through cold days. the skin or when your teen drinks milk. But, since school has started Vitamins: and outside activity is limited MultivitaminTaking a sun exposure has decreased.

Multivitamin is essential when Cod Liver Oil is a great way to preventing any kind of deficiency. get Vitamin D and can easily be Our bodies need vitamins to purchased for your teen or child function properly, and there are anywhere. thirteen vitamins that promote 18

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Vitamin B Complex- Taking Vitamin B Complex is essential for almost every function of the body. It is used to promote energy production, a healthy nervous system, good digestion, synergy and healthy skin and nails. It can also enhance the immune system, and increase the rate in which the metabolism works.

Zinc & Selenium- Taking Zinc and Selenium is great for boosting the immune system. Selenium works to stimulate the formation of antibodies, while Zinc works to kill off bacteria and viruses. Taking them together is a great way to fight off any illnesses that are known to come with the winter and cold seasons.

Exercise is also a great way to keep your child healthy during those cold winter months. When your child exercises regularly, the body has the ability to fight off colds, flu, and other infections. Exercise helps promote healthy immune systems, and can even help your child fight off minor infections that they may have already come into contact with.

No one can really know for sure why it is that exercise is

HEALTH great for promoting a healthy immune system, but it is. One thing is definitely sure, exercise is very important to your kids health. When we are moving, waste products are being taken out of the body through sweat.

Respiratory rate is being increased and the lungs are being flushed of bacteria. Because of sweating and respiratory rate increasing there are fewer infectious agents the body that will keep you from getting sick.

temperature, which is great for keeping infections away. Think of the saying Ò a high temperature is a body’s way of fighting an infectionÓ . Most infections cannot survive in high temperatures, even if they are only slight degrees.

With the pressures that teens have to face everyday, stress is a given. When teens exercise, it can reduce this. Most people donÕ t realize that stress can tear down the immune system and their bodies, but it can. Getting exercise When we exercise our heart rate can reduce stress, possibly prevent is also increased. This is good for the breaking down of an immune the moving of white blood cells system, and maybe stop future and and other elements that are problems from happening. important when boosting the immune system throughout the Another plus that children and body. When you increase the teens will get from exercising is circulation of these cells, we can long term self-esteem. Self-esteem increase the time it takes for us is having respect for oneself. Today, to recover from an infection, as it is hard to get kids off the couch well as preventing ourselves from and out of the house because of all the technology that we are getting sick. equipped with. Setting aside time Exercise also increases the bodyÕ s and activities for them to get up

and go is a great way to get them moving. Even if it is just for a hour a day, any activity that your child gets, is important. Promoting good self-esteem will help them in future endeavors that they will seek out when they venture out on their own.

Vitamins and Exercise can be essential in keeping your teen or child healthy during the winter months. Today, a lot of people rely mainly on doctors and modern medicine. There are ways to combat those nasty germs and viruses before your child even gets sick. Adding vitamins to your childÕ s diet will promote the immune system, as well as other important functions within the body. Gone are the days where we could rely on getting our vitamins and minerals from the foods that we eat. Because of this, having a vitamin regimen and exercising regularly are important to your kids health. Being healthy is a vital part of life.

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COmmunity

Dwight Farahat talks to New Tribe Can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and background?

I was born and raised in Calgary and I’m from the Siksika Nation.

Well technically I am half Black Foot, one quarter Welsh (England), one quarter Palestinian (Palestine).

I am happy to say that I have been married for five years and I am the father of the best little girl in the world, Maria Farahat.

Where are you currently working?

I work at the Aboriginal Parent Link Centre in Erin Woods. The Parent Link Centre is just one of the programs in our agency, Métis Calgary Family Services. We have something for almost anyone and it really is great to work here.

and unknowingly always had been.

Social Work or Child and Youth Care. Some agencies take people I found out that I was important. based on life experience and the The staff at Nikanan really be- skills you already have. I recomlieved in me, even when I thought mend volunteering to help get your that I was nothing. They played foot in the door and find out where a big part in the rebuilding of your passion really is.

Dwight. I thinks it is because of this that I always wanted chance to What is your favorite thing give back to the community. Even about your job? as I ran my own business I knew that I would be a youth worker.

My favorite thing about my job is that I get the chance to inspire the One morning before work I just youth. I get to tell them good job, said “In one month I will be a your awesome, I knew you could youth worker.” I stared sending do it. It’s like I get a chance to out resumes and making phone help build the youth. I really think calls after work. Then out of the words of encouragement go a reblue I received a phone call ask- ally long way. Just think of how ing me if I would like to volunteer you felt the last time someone said to teach youth how to rap. I im- you’re awesome. I bet it really mediately said “YES”. After, I met made your day. everyone involved in the ‘Arts in Action Agencies Violence’ where I was to teach hip hop.

What is the least favorite?

What made you decide to get into being a Youth Family Worker?

How long have you been work- I was offered numerous job opporing for the Aboriginal Parent tunities. I think it funny how someLink Center? thing’s just seem to fall into place.

I am really proud to say that I have I decided to get into this field when been a Youth and Family Worker I was in Nikanan group home at MCFS for a year and a half. when I was 16. This was a really hard time in my life but it was also What sort of education, or traina great learning experience for me. ing, did you need to get into this During my stay at Nikanan Group type of work?

Home I realized that I was able to influence and inspire the other Most people would have some sort youth. I realized that I was a leader of Secondary Education such as

That is an easy one... cleaning. After group somebody’s got to do it.

But most of the time the kids help me.

What are specific challenges with being a Youth Family Worker?

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Would you consider yourself a role model? Explain.

I really do feel like a role model. I feel like the youth and families I work with really respect me; because I respect them. I know the kids are watching me to see how I will react, or see what I think is appropriate. Then they look to me to see if I approve, like a school teacher. It’s really cool.

What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?

I like to write and create music. I am a hip hop artist so in more of my spare time I spend writing and recording songs. I also enjoy aikido and fishing.

But most of all I like to spend time with my wife Yoshimi and Daughter Maria. They are so fun.

Where do you see yourself in five years? Any specific goals or dreams that you care to share?

I am not exactly sure where I will be

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in five years, but I do know I will be in the helping field.

I do have a dream that is really new to me and is extremely strong. I would really love to travel around the world doing hip hop shows, and some inspirational/motivational speeches to youth who had a dream like I did.

Maybe I could have my own event that would involve break dance, pow wow, artist’s (musical & interpretive, & drama), and anyone else who goes the extra mile with a positive message.

I’m just starting to put my plan together and I think I could pull it off by the summer. Who knows maybe I could get the coke a cola stage during stampede.

ALWAYS REMEMBER TO DREAM BIG! What advice can you give other youth looking to achieve their goals?

When you want to achieve a goal you need to make sure you know exactly what you want. It helps to write it

down. I like to write my goals down, and then write all the benefits to make it happen. This way if I have a day filled with obstacles I have something on paper in my face. A reminder to not listen to any negative thought in my head, sometimes we are our worst critic. Read it every day and add to it.

This way it is fresh in your head and you will not lose motivation or start so to procrastinate. Once I have my goal and all of my benefits I put it where I can see it. Then I make a list of all the little thing I need to do to achieve my big goal.

I also put time lines by when things need to be completed. So if I my goal was to get my learners license. My first step would be to start pacing a lunch to work or school in order to save the money I need to pay for my test (Immediately). It might be good idea to look at your list of benefits well your eating baloney for lunch.

The next step would be to go get the book after work or school (Today).

And so on. I feel that is important to act on this quickly, jump on every opportunity you can and always go the extra mile.

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Solar home holds special meaning for Schulich student

by Jennfer Sowa photos courtesy University of Calgary The 2011 Solar Decathlon gets underway September 23 in Washington, D.C. and when the University of CalgaryÕ s student-built solar house goes on display for all the world to see, Adam Cripps will be especially proud. He is a fourth-year civil engineering student in the Energy and Environment specialization at the Schulich School of Engineering.

Cripps played a key role in designing and building CanadaÕ s only entry in the international solar house competition.

The self-contained solar powered home is intended to help meet the housing needs in aboriginal communities. The project holds special meaning for Cripps, whose grandmother grew up on the Ermineskin First Nation reserve near Hobbema, Alberta. His great-great-

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grandfather Samuel Minde once served as chief. Ò As someone with Aboriginal ancestry, the project gives me an additional sense of pride,Ó explains Cripps. Ò ThereÕ s the real possibility that a house with a similar philosophy will take off and be marketed to First Nations in the future. This could change many lives and start a regenerative trend in aboriginal culture and daily life.Ó

adds that traditional aboriginal culture appears to be declining in everyday life. The University of CalgaryÕ s solar house addresses both issues. It is culturally relevant because of the painted canvas ceiling, eastern entrance and a shape that is intended to blend with nature.

Cripps was part of the structural team and served as construction manager. He was on site from the start of construction in June and saw it through to completion, which meant spending six or seven days a week on site for two months straight.

His father is a metallurgical engineer, which inspired Adam Cripps to enter the profession himself. Once Cripps arrived at the Schulich School of Engineering, he developed an interest in energy-efficient buildings and plans to work in that area after graduation.

Ò ItÕ s great to be able to see the final product of what you’ve helped design.Ó

Cripps says thereÕ s a need for more low-cost housing on reserves and

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Centennial Indian Princess Crowned Story and photos by Andrea Tombrowski You can bet the partyÕ s going to bigÐ as 2012 marks the 100th anniversary of the Calgary Stampede and Indian Village. Count on everything being bigger and better: the shows, the rides, the food, the entertainment. Even the newly-crowned Indian Princess has an extra special name: Calgary Stampede Centennial Indian Princess.

That title will be proudly carried by Amelia Crowshoe, member of the Piikani Nation and graduate of University of CalgaryÕ s Bachelor program in Communication and Culture. Amelia was recently crowned Indian Princess at a standing-room-only ceremony at the Carriage House Inn on Sunday, September 18. Amelia and two other contestants were judged on their knowledge of First Nations culture, personal interview skills, traditional dance skills and horsemanship. Each year, the competition is open to female members (between 18-25 years old) of the five tribes of Treaty 7: Tsuu T’ina, Piikani, Siksika, Kainai and Stoney.

This yearÕ s two other competitors were Amber Big Plume, member of the Tsuu TÕ ina Nation, and Carly Weasel Child of Siksika Nation. Each of the families of these three young ladies has a long and proud history with Indian Village.

Contestants were judged on three elements during SundayÕ s two-hour pageant. The first element required each lady to give a five-minute prepared speech in answer to the question: Ô 2012 marks the Centennial not only of the Calgary Stampede, but the Indian Village.

What are your thoughts on the past and what are your hopes for the next 100 years?Õ Each contestant gave a wellwritten and well-presented speech.

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Next, the ability to think and speak on the spot is an important skill required of the Indian Princess, who can be expected to make over 300 appearances nationally and internationally throughout the next year. After delivering her prepared speech, each contestant was required to answer a question on the spot (impromptu speaking). Without any time to prepare her response, the contestant had a question read to her by the pageantÕ s Master of Ceremonies, Gerald Sitting Eagle of Siksika Nation.

Carly spoke first. Her question was: Ô Who has been the role model in your life and how have they influenced you?’

Carly said that her role model has been her mother who encouraged Carly to finish school and embrace her culture, as well as teach her how to dance.

Amelia was then asked: Ô What is your traditional language and why is it important to continue to learn and use it in todayÕ s changing society?Õ AmeliaÕ s traditional language is Blackfoot which, Amelia stated, risks losing many things in translation due to the languageÕ s aliveness and descriptiveness. Ò If we lose the language, we lose a large part of our culture,Ó cautioned the 23-year-old.

Lastly, Amber spoke. Her question was: Ô As the Calgary Stampede Indian Princess, you will be a role model for youth women. What is something you have done in your life to help prepare you for this job?Õ For Amber, being a role model means being educated. Amber is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Fine Arts program at the University of Calgary, majoring in drama.

Next, the three ladies demonstrated their traditional dancing skills. Amber

performed a straight fancy followed by a crow hop dance; Amelia and Carly each did straight jingle and slide dances.

While Sunday afternoonÕ s pageant consisted of three elements, the competition for the Indian Princess crown didnÕ t start there. Anne Garnett, sub-chair of the Calgary StampedeÕ s Indian Princess committee, gave New Tribe an overview of the competition during the pageantÕ s intermission. The process starts with an application to the StampedeÕ s Indian Princess program (www.indianvillage.ca), which must include a 500-word essay and copies of the applicant’s birth certificate and Treaty 7 card. Applicants must be unmarried, without children and have not won the Indian Princess competition before.

During the competition weekend (Saturday, September 17 & 18), applicants are first judged on their horsemanship skills (Saturday morning).

This is a category that was only added to the competition in 2010. At the time of application, applicants must possess (at least) basic riding skills. If required, the newly-crowned Indian Princess would be given riding lessons over the next year provided by the Calgary Stampede, as it is essential she be able to safely participate in Ô Grand Entry.Õ Grand Entry involves galloping into the main arena on a horse while waving to the crowd at the start of the rodeo each day of the Stampede.

On Saturday evening, the contestants participate in a cocktail reception with sponsors of the Indian Princess program. Silent judges mark the girls on their ability to mix and mingle with guests. Each lady was also required to

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hope that I do it justice and I do a good job.Ó

Personal interviews were conducted with each of the ladies on Sunday morning, followed by lunch, then time to prepare and dress for the afternoonÕ s pageant.

AmeliaÕ s grandfather, Reg Crowshoe, shared his pride for Amelia and her new role: Ò I think that with the centennial coming along with the Calgary Stampede and Indian Village Ð having such a long history and partnership Ð I think to represent that partnership with First Nations and to non-native communities is important and I feel proud that my granddaughter can do it in the centennial year. To be able to go out and spread the message.Ó

Marks for the Indian Princess competition are weighted as follows: personal interview (25%); dance (25%); horsemanship (15%); silent judging (10%); 1-minute presentation (10%); 5-minute prepared speech (10%); impromptu question (5%).

After all the scores were tabulated during the pageantÕ s intermission, the winner of this yearÕ s competition, Amelia Crowshoe, was announced.

Runnerup was Amber Big Plume Ð who was also the runner-up in last yearÕ s competition.

Miss Congeniality was awarded to Carly Weasel Child.

Dr. David Chalack, Immediate Past President and Chairman of the Board of the Calgary Stampede, wrote these comments about Eva to New Tribe: Ò Eva was an amazing representative for the Treaty Seven first nations this past year.

She definitely was a role model who was very comfortable in all situations and used her sense of humor to make all events pleasurable.

At the same time she was very serious about sharing her culture Ð we all learned a great deal from this impressive young lady!Ó Several times during the pageant, the importance of the relationship between the Calgary Stampede and Indian Village was reinforced by several people. Dr. Chalack wrote to New Tribe, “The significance of the partnership between Treaty Seven and the Calgary Stampede which has endured and grown over the past 100 years is truly unique. These two very different cultures come together and celebrate the common love of history and western values. I have not seen such cooperation anywhere else.Ó

For the first time in 2010, the newly-crowned Indian Princess was presented with a saddle, a long-running traditional prize of the Stampede Queen and its two Princesses. Craftsman J. D. Moor of EamorÕ s Saddlery & Mercantile presented Amelia with a one-of-a-kind centennial saddle, unique amongst the saddles of the StampedeÕ s Royalty.

A gracious and joyful Amelia remarked that this was her first saddle.

And just how does it feel to win the title of Indian Princess? Amelia told New Tribe after the pageant, Ò There are no words to describe this feeling. The closest I think I could come (to say) is that IÕ m very honoured. IÕ m very proud and ecstatic that I have the crown this year. And I

congratulated the contestants on their courage for stepping out of the box and allowing themselves to be judged. Ò IÕ m really glad to see you girls here. It takes courage.Ó You can read EvaÕ s blog about her past year as Indian Princess at: www. cs.calgarystampede.com/blog.

Amelia Crowshoe Handing over the crown of Indian Princess was Eva Meguinis of the Tsuu TÕ ina Nation. Eva confessed that it was a bittersweet moment for her and

Two of the principal roles of the Indian Princess is to present a positive role model for Aboriginal youth and be dedicated to the preservation of Treaty 7 culture. New Tribe congratulates Miss Amelia Crowshoe in her exciting new role as centennial Indian Princess and ambassador of the Calgary Stampede and Indian Village.

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Turn up the Volume

By Katty Jo Rabbit

The Game The Red Album Whatever happened to making albums that you could play from start to finish, oh yeah forgot, we have iPods now. To all of you who own iPods your ruining the music industry, because now all artists want to do is make that one killer track that will go viral. On that note, this album is way too long, it is a fine line to walk when you make an album, do you put in more tracks that fans will enjoy, or do you run the risk of losing the iPod generation that has begun to turn into people who canÕ t listen to a full song.

The best part of this Album is that finally Canada and Compton have merged, who knew Drake could be hardcore. At first it seemed out of place, but after another listen to the track Good girls gone bad, you want Drake to become great friends with the Game, Ô cause at least then Canada will have something to gloat about. But were not even half way through. Because then you get Martians vs. Goblins and here you see that even the game is not ashamed to name drop, or ride that little Wayne rap style wave. Makes you wonder when the next up and coming rapper is going to show up on the door of the house of hip hop and asked to be raised in true gangster form.

With a name like the game you know he knows whatÕ s up, so we should be able to see where this takes him, hopefully to the podium for some awards, but time will only tell, and he has that working for him. With the Documentary selling out, and his ability to be consistent in his work, don’t be surprised if he becomes first rapper to still be rapping at the age of 86 years old. Unless someone eles is doing it, you never know, wouldnÕ t that be wicked awesome, and sad, if he was still rapping at that age, with no teeth, and a coupla hot Health Care Aids on tour with him. Anyways, if youÕ re a true fan, buy this album.

Oh Land Self Titled Nanna Oland Fabricus, you poor girl, you must think that because you are beautiful so is your music, well actually it is, on a level, but not on a profound level where everything is so great that you win awards. DonÕ t get me wrong it is a nice listen to, but sometimes looks fade, and if there is no personality then how are you to get on in the world. Too many woman artists have taken this whole beauty thing to far, a pretty face can sell albums, but a good voice can keep them buying records.

With this self titled album new venues were to be explored, in a song like Perfection, there was some elements of treading new waters, but if you were to compare this to the older albums that she had created, there is some real common denominators involved.

DonÕ t worry if you are the type to listen to music and take it at face value, this album delivers with hooks, loops, bells and whistles, it takes you in and lets you know that formulaic song writing, pared with a pretty voice, and reasonably well singing skills makes for a good round of music. It is putting the album back on where you are unsure, if it doesnÕ t stick to your ribs then how are you going to become and uber fan? None the less, with all the good music coming out and the reality of the music industry, it is time to really listen to the music you are investing in. It is time to get the most for your money. This just doesnÕ t cut it, more women in music need to be aggressive when selling their work, they need to take themselves seriously and stop relying on the warped perception of what the female artist is and reclaim their presence in the music industry. Amy Winehouse why did you have to go and die?

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See You at the Movies starring Brad Pitt, Robin Wright, Jonah Hill The movie is directed by Bennett Miller and stars Brad Pitt, Robin Wright and Jonah Hill. The movie is about a baseball team manger named Billy Beane, which has been played by Brad Pitt, who gets to be the manger of Oakland AÕ s and take them from a very low position to a very respectable one and compete against some of the best clubs. The movie overall has an inspirational touch and worked quite well for the audience. The casual new look of Brad Pitt seems to turn some heads in the ladies side and was very much appreciated.

Moneyball

Many of the critics reviewed this movie as a movie which was very much conventional and the heroÕ s team get to win at the end of movie. But on the same time praise Brad Pitt by saying that it was one of his most effective performances. The movie was overall a crowd pleaser and gets and average rating of 8/10. The movie was released all over United States on September 23rd, 2011 and did well in the opening week. According to some critics the movie might be a conventional one but looking at it on the whole it is a good way to spend your 2 hours.

starring Zoe Saldana, Michael Vartan, Callum Blu The movie is a story of an FBI agent, which has been played by Zoe Saldana, who is not convinced by the evidence provided to her in one particular case and she plans to go after a ferocious killer. The movie got a mixed reaction from the audience and the critics. Few people believe that the movie was too bookish and few consider it to be a complete waste of time. The movie has few high points and many deep dives as well. But the former Avatar actress manages to save his end of the movie. One of the critics mentions her and said Ò itÕ s quite pleasing to see Zoe Saldana handle such big guns while wearing skimpy clothingÓ .

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Many of the critics also think that Miss Saldana also has to do something about the presence of 13 year old actress named Amandla Stenberg, who plays the protagonist in the opening few minutes of the movie, as she might be the next killer girl with all that looks and capability to become a silent killer. It is over all a good movie for action lovers especially and it might be able do a reasonable box office business in the weeks to come.

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See You at the Movies starring Taylor Lautner, Lily Collins, Sigourney Weaver,

The highlight of the movie is TaylerLautner, the former werewolf in the twilight movies. He makes his star debut in Abduction. The director of the movie is john singleton and movie was released on September 26, 2011. Despite the negative comments from the audience and the absence of any type of plot in the movie, the critics are acting very lenient towards the movie and the debut star as well. And we hear comments like Ò Launter did not embarrass himselfÓ and Ò movie represents effective Ò brand repositioningÓ for LautnerÓ .

Abduction

These were the comments from many different and reputed newspapers and critics.

The movie could not make his mark on the box office in the opening week and the outcome was not so much impressive. It will be appropriate to say that the whole project went down like a castle of cards. Girls on the other side seem to disagree to what all the critics have to say and thought that the twilight star made their day. The combined rating of the audience and the critics for this movie is around 4/10. But majorly, the reviews of the people are that actual abduction may be preferable over this movie, but only one condition,that the kidnappers donÕ t take you to this movie.

starring Jason Statham, Clive Owen, Robert De Niro There is something about this movie that the audience and the critics do not seem to connect with it. Looking at the cast of the movie one expects an eve of entertainment but in reality they get an eve of disappointment. The cast of the movie includes Jason Statham, Clive Owen, Robert De Niro, Dominic Purcell and Aden Young. There are many action sequences in the movie, as the name suggests, but even the presence of three mega stars in the movie could not hide the mistakes made in writing and the screenplay department.

Killer Elite

The movie has nothing new in it and was very predictable and conventional.

According to critics Ò killer elite was missing the killer touchÓ and New York Times said Ò the movie was a mare waste of time and a better option might be to go fishing”. The combined rating of the audience and the critics for the movie is 4.5/10 and consider it a disappointing show. The movie was released in Australia and United States on September 23rd, 2011 and could not earn more than few hundred thousand in the opening week. The major opinion of the critics about the movie is that the director could have done miracles with such cast in the bag.

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Book Reviews For the restless mind Child of Dandelions -Shenaaz Nanji Child of Dandelions by Shenaaz Nanji is a young adult fiction book set in the summer of 1972. Sabine lives a life of luxury with her wealthy Indian family in Kampala, Uganda when the President declares that all foreign Indians must leave the country within 90 days. Sabine was born in Uganda, so her family believes that they will be safe, but as the 90 day deadline starts getting closer, people start storming the streets and the political upheaval turns dangerous.

The book is beautifully written and was very well researched. The secondary characters really add to the detail of the story.

This book helped me to learn about a horrible time in Africa that I was unfamiliar with. I truly believe this book should be read by both young adults and grown ups and would make a good book club choice. There are so many layers to the story, that it makes it very hard to put down. I found myself wondering, what the 15 year old version of me would do if I was put in the same situation and I donÕ t believe I would be able to make the same decisions that Sabine had to make for her families survival.

The Hunger Games - Suzanne Collins The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is the first book in the Hunger Games Trilogy. The book is set 75 years in the future of the United States which is now called Panem. Panem is split into 12 different districts, all working together to support the Capitol, which is the richest of all of the districts. Every year, two children, one boy and one girl, from each district have to participate in the Hunger Games, where they will fight to the death and there can only be one winner. Katniss is a hard working hunter who provides money and food for her family. When her younger sister is picked to go to The Hunger Games, Katniss volunteers to go in her place.

And so the book begins.

The relationship between Katniss and Peeta, who is the boy that was picked to go to the games with Katniss, is difficult, sweet, and almost painful, because you know they both can’t survive.

The book is amazing and I couldnÕ t put it down. The way that Collins develops the relationships between the contestants of the games keeps you turning page after page. I couldnÕ t put this down. I had to know who was going to be the winner of the Hunger Games.

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Book Reviews For the restless mind I Shall Wear Midnight - Terry Pratchett He’s done it again; made me finish a book in record time. Pratchett’s sense of humour may not be for everyone, but if you like sly absurdity mixed perfectly with hints of intelligence and history then you should check out Pratchett. You’ll find his novels in the Fantasy section of the bookstore, but don’t let that deter you. While his novels are filled with witches, vampires, werewolves and all sorts of creatures the characters are very relatable as are the situations they encounter (with a twist of course). Ò I Shall Wear MidnightÓ is a novel of PratchettÕ s Discworld Series, and is the fourth novel to follow the young witch, Tiffany Aching. The Tiffany Aching line of novels I must confess are more along the lines of teen literature (probably one reason I read it so quickly), but they contain everything I love about PratchettÕ s style of writing. Follow Tiffany in this novel as she deals with the difficulties of being wise beyond her years, and the challenges of standing up against intolerance. If you do decide to pick up this novel, you may want to pick up the other three first; the beauty of Pratchett’s novels is that you don’t have to read them in-order to follow the stories, but it doesnÕ t hurt.

Goliath - Scott Westerfield Scott Westerfield’s latest book Goliath is the third and final book in the Leviathan series, a young adult series set during World War I. If you haven’t read the first two books, Leviathan and Behemoth, please put this down and read them first, it will be worth it. Alek and Deryn are back on the Leviathan after playing major roles in the Ottoman Empire revolution. Alek finally learns Deryn’s secret, and I was very please with the way the author handled it.

The new passenger is eccentric and really added to the story and the friendship between Alek and Deryn. This book has me wanting to read more about World War I, even it is fiction. The book is beautifully written, with great character development, and it is a page turner. I love the steam punk attributes with the machines and such. I really enjoyed reading this book and IÕ m sad that the trilogy has come to an end. This is a big book containing 506 pages, but I still seemed to fly through it, because I just couldn’t put it down. Scott Westerfield is an amazing fiction writer and I will be waiting for future books by him to be released.

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HOROSCOPES CENTRAL Libra September 23-October 22 Step up to the plate and take your responsibilities seriously.

Lucky Day: 25th Scorpio October 23- November 21

Taurus April 20- May 20

If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it.

If you know you’re in the wrong why do you keep repeating the same actions over and over?

Lucky Day: 15th

Lucky Day: 3rd

Sagittarius November 22- December 21

Gemini May 21-June 20

Left or right which path to choose. I think you know the easier way isn’t always the easiest.

Loosen up a bit and have more fun, you don’t have to be so serious all of the time.

Lucky Day: 17th

Lucky Day: 6th

Cancer June 21-July 22

Capricorn December 22-Januarary 20

Its okay to let it out sometimes, everyone needs a release of emotions sometimes.

Make that move, it’s a big step but at least it’s in the right direction.

Lucky Day: 22nd

Lucky Day: 12th Leo July 23- August 22 Aquarius January 21- February 18

If you need and advice ask for it, everyone needs a second opinion once and awhile.

Go for it, all you need is some motivation and you will achieve what you’ve been reaching for.

Lucky Day: 7th

Lucky Day: 19th Aries March 21- April 19

Virgo August 23- September 22

Surprises are in store for you, both the good and the bad, but don’t worry the good outweigh the bad.

Your feeling a little homesick well go on and plan that trip, even if its short and sweet.

Count all the good, you have so much going for you don’t dwell on the past.

Lucky Day: 1st

Lucky Day: 11th

Pisces February 19- March 20

Lucky Day: 30th

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The Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth & The Alberta Foundation for the Arts are proud to began casting calls for the original play titled

“NDN INTERRUPTED�

Directed by Michelle Thrush

Playwrite: Telly James

Auditions: Oct 10/11, 2011 5:30-8:30 Characters needed: Male Lead: 17-22 yrs Female Lead:17-22 yrs Second Lead Male:21 - 29 Second Lead Female: 19 - 28 Understudy: 17-29 Please contact USAY at 403.233.8225 to arrange appointment for audition. You will be sent a sample of the script to be memorised and performed at your audition. Please come prepared with a resume and head shot(required) All positions are paid. Rehearsals will begin October 28th. Performance dates are December 2 & 3