September 11, 2010

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Biogas opponents hear from the candidates James Jackson

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f you were unclear if opponents to the proposed Biogas plant in Elmira planned on making their concerns an election issue, organizers arranged a mayoral and Ward 1 debate Wednesday

evening to settle the question. Candidates were given the opportunity to answer questions and express their opinions on the proposed biogas facility in Elmira.

Some 70 people turned out at the Woolwich Memorial Centre to listen to mayoral

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candidates Pat McLean and Todd Cowan, along with Ward 1 councillor candidates Julie-Anne Herteis, Ruby Weber, and Jim David.

Bill Strauss was absent from the meeting.

Each candidate was allotted a three-minute opening

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statement, and a one-minute closing statement, with a formal Q & A session in between. Much of the discussion was focused on concerns that have been raised in the past, mainly increased truck traffic and the proposed location of the biogas

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In her opening statement, mayoral candidate Pat McLean expressed her support for the community action trying to raise aware-

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Biogas: Hearing first hand where candidates stand on the biogas issue

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ness around the biogas site, and the concerns associated with it. “I believe community members can make a difference. I think it’s probably one of the more effective means around this issue.”

She went on to say that alternative energy in Ontario is the future, and the province has already expressed its interest in pursuing green, renewable energy. She said that the municipality has little choice over the final decision on the biogas plant.

“The province, for their own reasons, decided to take over approvals for all of these alternate energy projects,” she said.

“Whether I like it or I don’t like it, it’s a fact of life,” she said about the Ontario Green Energy Act. “I can spend my time fighting it or I can try and get the best possible for this community. If elected mayor, I will be following this application closely.

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OPPOSING VIEWS Mayoral candidates Todd Cowan (left) and Pat McLean expressed different points of view over how council could deal with the provincial government’s stance on the biogas facility in Elmira.

didate Todd Cowan had a different view on that subject, however.

“Do I think the deal is done?” he asked. “Do I think we have no influence and no say? Of course not. Council could have been a little more proactive, a little more visionary. They could have taken a leadership role here, not let the pot simmer to the state it is at right now.”

He also expressed frustration that current members of council have not been in

consultation with the office of the Minister of the Environment.

“We’re elected to represent the people of Woolwich Township, not to sit and have meeting after meeting and say ‘it is what it is’ I’m sorry but it’s not like that.”

Councillor Weber was blunt when asked for her position on the biogas facility, stating that since the province has jurisdiction over the decision, it is out of her hands.

“I will not have the

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opportunity as a councillor to vote on this particular issue,” she said, “but what will I do? Anyone who knows me knows that if you have an issue, regardless of what it is, if you call me I will help you solve it, and I will continue to do it.”

Weber did, however, explain to the public some of the benefits that the biogas plant will provide to the area, such as creating jobs in the area, generating energy and heat that

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The two newcomers to the election race, Julie-Anne Herteis and Jim David, were relatively quiet for much of the night, and due to their uncertainty with how the municipality works, they were unclear on what they could do to help solve the problems the biogas facility presents in the community.

“I know little or nothing about this problem, other than what I’ve

read in the paper,” said David in his opening statement. “The only thing I can recommend is all the parties get together; council, the province, concerned citizens and try and come up with some recommendations to alleviate some of the concerns.”

“I don’t know what I can do when I get to council until I get there,” said Herteis.

“I’ll work my best to get things done, that’s what I do. As for Bio-En […] hopefully we can move it to another location […] I’m of the understanding that they should have gone to the ministry a lot sooner or had meetings like this months ago.”

There is another biogas meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the WMC, and Chuck Martin, the president of Bio-En, has been asked to make a presentation outlining his company’s plan for the site, and to respond to any concerns the public might have.

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BRIEFS > Jail, probation for Elmira man Dane R. Wilson, the 41-year-old Elmira man who said he downloaded child pornography out of curiosity pleaded guilty earlier this year to accessing and possessing child pornography and was given a 30-day jail sentence Sept 1.

During 18 months on probation, he’ll perform 60 hours of community service and take counselling for chronic marijuana use and sexual issues. He will not be allowed to go places where children congregate, such as parks and playgrounds, for five years, he cannot use a computer to communicate with anyone under age 16, nor take a job or volunteer work where he’s in a position of trust to someone under 16.

Kiwanis embrace German culture Kiwanis preps Lion's Hall for Oktoberfest

GEMUTLICHKEIT Elmira Kiwanis Club members Ron Wagner, Tony Dowling and Jamie Meek raise their glasses to celebrate the announcement of the first annual Elmira Oktoberfest event, the Elmira Kiwanis Haus which will happen October 16 at the Lions Club.

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lmira residents won’t have to travel any further than their own city limits to roll out the barrel and celebrate Canada’s greatest Bavarian festival this year as the Elmira Kiwanis Club are getting set to host their very first annual Oktoberfest. The Kiwanis Club will be operating a K-W Oktoberfest accredited festhall, aptly named Elmira Kiwanis Haus, at Lions’ Hall, 40 South Street West, on Saturday, Oct. 16.

“This is a great venue for an Oktoberfest hall,” says Kiwanis Club member and event Chair Jim Schwindt. “There are a lot of people here in Woolwich who might like to celebrate Oktoberfest close to home, as well as people from the

city who would like to take a drive through St. Jacob’s and Mennonite country and enjoy dinner, dancing and music at a genuine festhall.”

Kiwanis Club member Tony Dowling compared the preparation to that of the club’s annual Lobsterfest, noting that food preparation is what the Kiwanis Club does best.

“The music will be great, the beer will be cold, and the food will be outstanding,” added Schwindt. “Our club is famous for good food. We’ve been serving up schnitzel and sausages and authentic German potato pancakes for decades at Maple Syrup Festival and dozens of other events. We have cooking for large groups down to a science.” Traditional Oktoberfest fare will be served and will include a selection of schnitzel, sau-

sage, potato pancakes and sauerkraut.

Members of the K-W Oktoberfest committee will be traveling into Woolwich to decorate the Haus in official K-W Oktoberfest regalia, complete with banners, streamers, signage, and Oktoberfest souvenirs. Local disc jockey Mike Daudlin will be playing everyone’s favourite polkas and oompah-pah music for those who would like to take a turn on the dance floor.

The event will be held as a one-day celebration this year, but if the response and turnout are good, it may be expanded to additional days in future years.

Proceeds from the event will go to the Kiwanis Club in support of local community causes including the Kiwanis Music Festival, the

Santa Claus Parade, Meals on Wheels, Kiwanis Transit, Kiwanis Christmas Food Drive, the Woolwich Memorial Centre, and many others.

Doors open for advance ticket holders at 5:30 p.m.

Adults only. Advance tickets (admission and entertainment only) are $10, with admission guaranteed until 8:30 p.m. Advance tickets can be purchased from Kiwanis Club members, or at www.oktoberfest.ca, Read’s Decorating (27 Arthur Street South), FB&Me (57 Arthur Street South) and Elmira Stove Works (285 Union Street). Tickets may also be available at the door for $15, capacity permitting.

For more information on the Kiwanis Club of Elmira, contact Tony Dowling at 669-1281, or visit www.elmirakiwanisclub.com.

Care-Ring ride program needs a helping hand James Jackson

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or 30 years, the Care-Ring Ride Program at Woolwich Community Services has been providing driving services for those who need

it in the community.

But now, the program is calling for help from the community it serves.

The Care-Ring Ride service is designed to assist people under the age of 65

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The Care-Ring service relies on volunteers to take individuals to medical appointments. Currently, WCS has 12 volunteers who do-

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> Pendergast moves to finance Leeanna Pendergast, MPP for Kitchener-Conestoga has been named Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Finance, Premier Dalton McGuinty announced Sept 2.

Parliamentary Assistants work with ministers on key priorities and projects within their portfolios. As parliamentary assistant to the Minister of Finance, MPP Pendergast will work with Minister Duncan to try and stabilize and strengthen Ontario’s pension plans and provide assistance on the upcoming fall economic statement, as part of the McGuinty Government’s Open Ontario Plan.

For the past year, MPP Pendergast has been the Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Education.

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old woman was driving on Floradale Road when her brakes failed and she lost control of the vehicle. Her 1999 pickup truck exited the roadway and crashed into a flower shop. There was minimal damage to the car but extensive damage to the shop.

No injuries were reported.

SEPTEMBER 3 >>5:00 PM | Five cars were

damaged in an accident that occurred when one driver unexpectedly slammed on their breaks while driving northbound on Arthur St, just north of the roundabout at

>>7:45 PM | A 55-year-old man was driving his motorcycle on Maryhill Road when he lost control going into a bend and slid into the ditch. The man was uninjured and no charges were laid.

SEPTEMBER 5 >>11:14 AM | A 58-year-old

woman from Delaware called police after she backed her car into a parked car on Spring St. near King St. North in St. Jacobs. The collision caused minor damage to both vehicles.

>>1:00 PM | There were minor injuries in a collision at Arthur St. and Oriole Parkway when a 27-year-old man driving a 2009 Ford Ranger rear ended a 2000 Ford Windstar driven by a 55-year-old man. There was moderate damage to both

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n employee from a retail store in downtown St. Jacobs called police after $120 in cash was stolen from her purse which was kept in the back room of the shop around 4:00 p.m. on Monday, September 6.

The woman told police that about an hour prior to her noticing the money missing, two white males had entered the shop.

She said that one of the males had looked nervous and jittery

while he approached the counter and purchased an item while the other headed towards the back of the shop to look around.

The two males left the store separately which the woman found to be suspicious, but only later noticed the money missing.

Police continue to investigate. Anyone with information should contact WRPS Division 3A on Industrial Blvd in Elmira.

vehicles and the younger male was charged with careless driving.

collided with it while driving her 2006 Chevrolet on Arthur St. S. The woman was not injured.

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nate their time taking individuals to appointments, but demand for rides has surpassed the number of volunteers the agency has.

Currently WCS is receiving 20-30 requests for rides each month, which varies depending on the month. It's becoming quite difficult to find drivers for the amount of requested rides.

“People are always appreciative when we give them rides,” says Linda Love, a volunteer with Woolwich Community Services for the past nine years. She volunteers her time at both the WCS front desk, and is an active Care-Ring volunteer as well. “It really does assist individuals who do not have transportation to get to these critical appointments.”

WCS Executive Director Don Harloff echoes that sentiment.

“The Care-Ring service would not be possible without the assistance of our dedicated volunteers,” he says.

“When a call comes in

from a client needing a ride, the agency will call its list of active Care-Ring ride volunteers, in hopes of filling the needed ride.”

The volunteer driver then calls the client to arrange further details about the ride.

Most appointments are for medical facilities in the Region, with the rare request for an out-of-area ride. Volunteers are welcome to decline when WCS contacts them for a drive. WCS tries to accommodate with times that work best for the drivers.

“Volunteers can complete a drive once a month or more, depending on what works for them,” says Harloff.

WCS relies heavily on volunteers to assist with many of its programs and services, and they are seeking more Care-Ring Ride volunteers to add to their roster. Gas Gift cards are also available to drivers to cover gas costs.

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Sawmill Rd. The car behind the first vehicle was unable to stop in time and three more vehicles followed suit, each crashing into the one ahead.

The first vehicle suffered the least amount of damage with the last two in line suffering the most. The collision is still under investigation and charges are pending.

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NEW GEAR FOR JOHN MAHOOD Students and staff at John Mahood Public School were

eager to check out a new set of playground equipment which was installed this week, thanks to a $8500 donation from local real estate agent Paul Martin. Here to try it out were School Council members Susan Letkeman, Jasmine Roth and Ken Jessop, alongside their kids Tyson, Dominic and Charlise Roth, Matthew Letkeman and Kali Jessop. Joining them was school principal Tracy Tait, Paul Martin and McKenzie Willms who came to represent his Dad, Phil Willms who donated his time to excavate the land.

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Subdivision residents irked at proposed Wellesley trail Homeowners told space behind homes would be used for township maintenance Katie Edmonds

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hat began as a plan to create an accessible community resource turned into a point of contention as around 20 residents of Schweitzer Crescent in Wellesley came to theSept. 7 Wellesley Township Council meeting to express their dissatisfaction with the possible placement of a new trail, which was in the development stages by the Wellesley Trail Association. After a petition was presented at the Council meeting and a public meeting held the following evening, the WTA has decided to rework their plan for the route of the Bast bush trail.

According to the members of the Schweitzer Crescent Homeowners Alliance who approached council Tuesday, homeowners were told upon purchase of their property that the space behind their homes was to be used for township maintenance of stormwater drainage systems, not a publicly accessible trail. Many of the homeowners say they have paid substantial premiums (they estimate the figure to be anywhere between $20,000 and $100,000) to

allow them to keep the land behind their home as green space. Then they heard from sources that the WTA is going ahead with plans to build a trail within that space without first consulting the homeowners as to their opinion.

“When I asked, they said there was to be a green belt and an access road behind the home, and now we are being invited to a meeting to discuss surfacing for a new trail,” said Schweitzer Cres. resident John Cassano, who alongside other residents came to the meeting to clarify conflicting messages they have been receiving about just how far along the trail is in the development stages. “To discuss surfacing, you probably have an idea of length and width [of the trail] already, which has red flags going off in my mind.”

According to Murray Bremner, Chairman of the WTA, as well as Wellesley Township’s Chief Administrative Officer Susan Duke, the WTA began planning the Bast Bush trail in 2004, before the current homeowners had bought their properties. A notice from the WTA outlines that trail access was included in

the Grandview Homes subdivision plan which was available for homeowners to see.

“They don’t want people to have public access on the walkways behind their house, they just want privacy,” said Duke at Tuesday’s meeting. “And you can appreciate that, but it might be too little too late. It’s not a new concept; it’s something that has been in the municipality for a long time.”

The delegation of residents continued to present an outline of their concerns, including, but not limited to the potential increase in dog traffic and consequently more environmental degradation, the lack of privacy that a trail in their backyards would create, the possibility of increased vandalism, graffiti and litter and the possibility of increased criminal activity in the area.

“Nature trails have a place, but that place is not immediately off of homeowner property,” said Cessano. “And we won’t pay tax dollars for something we do not want.”

Bremner said he hoped that local residents would come to the public meeting the following evening with an

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Trail running east to west from Schweitzer has been eliminated in recent talks.

open mind and a willingness to negotiate.

“You might be able to stop the trail going across Schweitzer, but all the negative things that are happening now are not going to stop simply because there is not a trail there. And you might even be the people who benefit most from the trail, living so close to it. ” Ultimately, council decided to defer the decision as to the fate of the trail until further inspection of the petition by township staff was completed and the two groups were able to meet publicly the following evening.

“The reason for deferring is so that we can take a closer look at the questions and situations that need clarification for us and for the delegates,” explained Wellesley Mayor Ross

Kelterborn. “The intent of doing something in principle is to do exactly what is happening tonight. The council agrees with the possibility of having trails, however, we want to find out from those affected as to their feelings about the idea, then we consider both sides of the situation.”

At the public meeting the following evening, the same concerns were

presented to members of the WTA and due to the amount of opposition the tentative plan to run a segment of the trail along Schweitzer Cres between the two flood ponds was withdrawn. At this time, the tentative plan for the trail includes an extension of Molesworth St, heading north on the township's land across Campbell drain and into Bast bush.

“The WTA will be meeting again soon to go over the concerns presented and decide what our next step will be in continuing with the Bast bush trail,” said Bremner Thursday. “Our goal is to come up with a viable trail option, while soliciting input from the wider population, and present it to council so we will keep working on that.”

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Waterloo-Wellington Flight Centre opens its doors to the public James Jackson

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f you’ve ever wondered what it takes to start a career in flying, or to get your private pilots license, the WaterlooWellington Flight Centre invites you out to its annual open house on Monday, Sept. 13.

The flight centre will be providing a tour of their new milliondollar facility, as well as a seminar for those interested in taking up flying. The new building includes three large

classrooms, an administrative building, room rentals for companies and the general public, and a new hangar.

“Waterloo-Wellington Flight Centre has undergone some significant changes the last few years […] we are pleased to open our doors to the community to bring the public up to date on the services and programs we offer.” said Bob Connors, General Manager of the Waterloo-Wellington Flight Centre.

The centre was originally opened in 1932 as a flight club, but recently they have made an effort to help educate and inform the public on the science of flight, as well as geography.

“We’ve worked together closely [with] University of Waterloo the last four years,” says communications coordinator Diana Brownlee.

“What the airlines are asking for is that their pilots come in with a degree, a science or geography degree, and

we are complimenting what the college and university offer with a flight program.”

The flight centre, which is one of the largest in Canada, has also expanded its services to include younger children to boost their interest in flight at a younger age.

The grade six curriculum has a section on aviation, and the centre offers tours that help educate children on the science of flight, and a grade nine geography

component where students can actually go up in an airplane and study topography.

“Over and over again we hear from the students in the school that got their love of aviation at an air show or being on an airplane or seeing them fly over head, so we’d like to give them some extra exposure to it,” explains Brownlee.

The open house is on Monday, Sept. 13 at 7:00 p.m., and the public is encouraged to tour the

building and stay for the flight seminar.

"We’d like you to come and take a look at our building,” says Brownlee. “For people who are interested in learning to fly, they can sit in a small seminar and we show them the steps it takes to become a pilot, either for a career or something that’s personal that they could do for the fun of flying.”

For more information, contact Diana Brownlee (519) 648-2213.

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he semi-finals for the Wellesley Idol contest will be held on Tuesday September 14 at 7:00 p.m. at the Wellesley North-Easthope Fall Fair. There are six contestants vying for three spots in the finals, which will be at 1:00 p.m. on September 25 at the Wellesley Apple Butter and Cheese Festival.

The six semi-finalists are: Emma Bender, Andrea Smith, Kathie Gingerich, Maggie Wang,

Jessi Elgood and Gavin Tessier.

“You get to see all the neat, young talent in the area,” says organizer Wendy Richardson. “And I really like that each winner’s school also gets the same amount of money as the winner to use for their fine art department.”

Each contestant will sing one song at the semi-finals, and two songs at the finals. The judges are Charlene Zehr, Grant Heywood and Gary Goeree.

The winner of this year’s competition will receive $350, second place will receive $250, and third place receives $150.

There is also a fan's choice award which will be decided after the semi-finals and voted on by the audience. It comes with a $150 prize.

Tryouts for the Wellesley Idol Competition were first held June 27th at the Wellesley Community Centre, with 14 contestants singing for a spot in the semi-finals.

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Backpack program meets the need again The 8th annual backpack program at Woolwich Community Services wrapped up last Friday, and it was another success.

Kelly Christie of WCS says that they had enough money and donations to fill 200 backpacks this year for 63 families, down slightly from the 220 backpacks they distributed last year.

“It’s a good thing and a bad thing,” Christie says. “The need is out there, and we were able to help fill it. We saw many smiling faces.”

The program ran from Aug. 23 to Sept. 3, and WCS set up a “store” in the old council chambers at 69 Arthur St. for kids to come and get their new school supplies.

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Keeping it all in the neighbourhood

St. Jacobs Midwives

is pleased to welcome two Registered Midwives to their team.

Lana Becker and Michaela Danhousen have accepted full-time positions and join seven other Registered Midwives in the practice.

Hampton St. residents prepare party Katie Edmonds

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he Loewen family always makes sure that they are in town for the weekend of the Hampton Street Block Party in Elmira. Even if it means flying in from across the country to do so. The family of eight moved out west to Alberta last fall from their Hampton St. home after a career relocation.

This weekend, they will be hopping on a plane and returning to the street they called home for a number of years to reconnect with neighbours and friends at the community’s annual event. Residents of Hampton St. in Elmira are inviting

anyone who lives in the neighbouring area to take to the streets today (Saturday) for the ninth annual gathering.

Typically drawing anywhere between 40 and 100 people, the block party at 32 and 34 Hampton St. welcomes all people in the area, young or old, to come out and meet their neighbours.

“This event is important to our community for a number of reasons,” explained organizer and Hampton St resident Randy Smith.

“We want to create an event that allows us to connect with the seniors in our neighbourhood because they play a very important role.

Also, we want the kids in the neighbourhood to get to know the familiar faces and know the people who can help them out if they ever need it.”

The event kicks off at about 5 p.m. and includes a BBQ, a 50/50 draw – proceeds from which are going to be donated to the Elmira Food Bank – and movies for the kids in the evening. Smith is asking visitors to bring some non-perishable food items for donation.

“We are really looking forward to seeing some old friends as well as new faces,” said Smith.

“It is always a good time and we really hope to have a good turnout.”

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Anne Hanley What is your job and how long have you worked here?

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Dumpsters of this size are ugly, dual-carriage behemoths.

The claim is that the noise level would be minimal on site, but that is not where the problems will arise.

Michael Purvis-Smith

letter on pg. 11

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t's not the job of the OLG to shake down the Ontario public and this is a shakedown, and the public is not being dealt a fair hand. Premier Dalton McGuinty sees himself as something of a card shark, but Ontarians should know that he's dealing from the bottom of the deck.

>>NDp Justice critic peter Kormos on a new poker-based lottery ticket which started this week

THE MONITOR poll released this week shows the fedAhasnew eral Conservative support among women dwindled over the summer. Liberals

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Men are still the cornerstone for Conservative support leading the Liberals at 36 per cent compared with 26 per cent for the Liberals.

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EDITORIAL

Kids much safer getting to school without the car

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he kids are back to school. Parents are happy. The kids? Well, maybe not so much. Everyone, however, is advised to have safety as a topof-mind subject. Parents intent on driving their kids to school rather than letting them walk provide a number of potential hazards.

Leaving the car and taking it on foot provides a number of benefits.

We all know we need to increase daily physical activity, improve the safety of our communities, reduce traffic congestion around schools, improve air quality, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and create communities where people choose to walk. Knowing is one thing. Putting it into action is another.

While previous generations may not have walked to school barefoot in the snow, uphill both ways, kids did get there under their own steam much more frequently than is the case today.

Concerned about obesity and falling fitness levels, authorities have been encouraging kids to walk, bike or blade to school. In Waterloo Region, the public health department promotes the practice, and planners pay more attention to safe school routes.

From an environmental perspective, every car trip avoided results in fewer greenhouse gas emissions.

And keeping the car away from schools is also much safer: accident statistics show school zones have become one of the most dangerous places in our communities. Families that would like to walk opt to take the car because they don’t want to become another pedestrian statistic.

We’ve become so dependent on driving to school that the ‘school run’ accounts for 25 to 30 per cent of morning rush hour trips.

The Ontario Walkability Study, prepared at the York University

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struck by a car – being killed by a car while on foot is the second leading cause of unintentional death in children under the age of 14. The top cause? Being killed while travelling as a passenger in a car. About 50 per cent of children hit by cars near schools are hit by parents of other students, according to U.S. figures.

As for strangers scooping kids off the streets, the chance a U.S. school child is 13 times more likely to die playing football than to be the victim of abduction.

The media are partly to blame, with reporting on every incident and scare on the continent leaves the public with the idea things are getting worse. As with other crime statistics, perceptions run contrary to the numbers.

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The Great Islamic threat P

eople often wind up believing their own cover story. Former British prime minister Tony Blair, for example, is trapped forever in the rationalisations he used in 2003 to explain why he was going along with George Bush’s invasion of Iraq. He was at it again last week, telling the BBC that “radical Islam” is the greatest threat facing the world today.

The BBC journalist went to Ireland for the interview, because Blair chose Dublin for the only live signing of his newly published autobiography: a personal appearance in Britain wouldn’t be safe. Even in Ireland, the protesters threw eggs and shoes at the man who was Bush’s faithful sidekick in the struggle to save Western civilisation from radical Islam.

But is militant Islam really a bigger threat to the world than the possibility of a major nuclear war (happily now in abeyance, but never really gone)?

Bigger than the risk that infectious diseases are going to make a major come-back as antibiotics become ineffective? Bigger even than the threat of runaway global warming?

Blair has to say it is, because he was one of the people who launched a crusade against radical Islamists after 9/11. Or at least against those whom they accused of being supporters of radical Islam, although many of them (like Saddam Hussein) were nothing of the sort.

Blair has never publicly acknowledged that Saddam Hussein was actually an enemy of radical Islam: admitting it would drain the last dram of logic from his justification for invading Iraq. So he only talks in general terms about fighting “radical Islam”,

International Affairs GWYNNE DYER and hopes that the more ignorant part of the public will think that includes the Iraq war.

Never mind. It’s far too late for Blair to change his story, and anyway the argument about Iraq has gone stale by now. Except for one thing: many influential people in Western countries still insist that “radical Islam” is indeed the world’s greatest threat. Some do it for career reasons, and others do it from conviction, but they all get a more respectful hearing than they deserve.

It depends on what you mean by “radical Islam,” of course. In some Western circles, any Muslim who challenges Western policies is by definition an Islamist radical. But if it means Sunni Muslims who believe in the Salafist interpretation of Islam and are personally willing to use terrorist violence to spread it, then there aren’t very many of them: a few hundred thousand at most.

These people are unlikely to start blowing things up in New Jersey or Bavaria, though they are a serious threat to fellow Muslims living in their own countries. (They are particularly keen on killing Shias.) The vast majority of them speak no foreign language and could never get a passport.

It’s a big, ugly problem for countries like Iraq and Pakistan, but it is a pretty small problem for everybody else. The

THE VOICE number of people killed by “radical Islamic” terrorists in the past decade OUTSIDE the Muslim world is probably no more than 15,000.

None of these deaths is justifiable, but it is weird to insist that a phenomenon that causes an average of, say, 1,500 non-Muslim deaths a year, on a planet with almost seven billion people, is the greatest threat facing the world today. Yet the people who launched the “war on terror” do say that, as do many others who built their careers by pushing the same proposition.

They do it by the simple device of warning (to quote Blair’s recent interview) that “there is the most enormous threat from the combination of this radical extreme movement and the fact that, if they could, they would use nuclear, chemical or biological weapons. You can’t take a risk with that happening.”

Never mind the quite limited damage that terrorists actually do. Imagine the damage they MIGHT do if they got their hands on such weapons. Very well, let us imagine just that.

During the Cold War, the United States and the Soviet Union had 10,000 nuclear weapons ready to launch at each other. If they had ever gone to war, hundreds of millions of people would have been killed – even several billion, if it had caused a nuclear winter. And of course the two countries had huge biological and chemical warfare capabilities too.

If “radical Islamists” ever got their hands on a nuclear weapon, it would be ONE bomb, not ten thousand

> SEE DYER ON pg. 10

In the spirit of back-toschool, what letter-grade would you give Woolwich council?

“I'd give them a B, because they're doing the best they can with what they've got, but they need to listen more.” >>Kathy Mcgirr

“They're doing alright so far. B for 'basic'.” >>paul Norlock

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“I'll give them a D. We don't like how they are taking care of the soccer fields." >>Leanna Hamlyn

Principal Tait wasted little time on the first day of school teaching students at John Mahood Public School a valuable lesson on irony.

I’ll give them a B, but not an A. All politicians are the same, I don’t trust them. >>Nick Boychuk

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Back home, we're just not ready to walk this way M

y legs, on the verge of aches and pains last night, are stiff this morning. They’re in no mood to get out of bed. I attempt to reason with myself: I haven’t been out running a marathon. No, I’ve just been walking.

Well, not just walking, as in beating a trail between the chesterfield and the refrigerator. No, walking as in taking in the sights – and the sites – of Dublin.

This is Ireland. The beautiful surroundings are just part of what compels you to get out pounding the pavement – well, cobblestones in the most inspirational quarters – instead of plunking down in front of the TV. At home, I don’t do much walking. On vacation, it’s essential. As I spend too little time on holidays, distance walking is something of a rarity. Thus my complaining legs.

If you’re like me in this regard, you go for a walk. You don’t walk as a matter of course. Getting from A to B is what the car is for.

Barring inclement weather, I’m not the kind to circle the parking incessantly to find a spot close to the door of my destination – a practice I’ve seen repeatedly even at the gym, where the irony appears lost on the perpetrators.

Still, dashing from car to mall seems to be as much walking as many of us get.

From the Editor Steve Kannon These days, when I actually set out on foot for an actual destination, a store, for instance, it seems like such an ordeal. While I spent my childhood walking or cycling everywhere – covering distances I wouldn’t even dream about now – since the car became a fixture in my life, walking has become, well, pedestrian.

When I do set out walking, however, I am aware of how much more in touch I am with my surroundings, a feeling almost entirely absent in a car.

In European cities such as Dublin, being attuned to things at the street level is what makes the experience so much more enjoyable. In the old centres, you can spend hours just taking in the architecture. From classical and grandiose to well-cared-for and quaint, almost every building has something to catch your attention.

As the tourist draws, these areas are alive with excited people, happy to be away from the workaday life.

On the tourist-district streets, often cobbled or bricked, pedes-

trians are king. The car is not an option, so we gladly take to our feet. And even where cars are permitted, it’s usually best to park the rental: unlike our roads, these were never intended for too much traffic. Where the distances are too much for tired legs, public transit options abound.

It’s not lost on me that I think much differently about those issues here in Europe than I do back home. Take Waterloo Region’s plan for a light rail transit line in Kitchener and Waterloo.

Such trains are well used here, adding to city life. In Kitchener, that’s unlikely ever to be the case. Population density, massive suburban sprawl, the rate of car ownership and our more rushed lifestyle conspire against the concept.

The car is just too convenient.

And just too necessary given the layout of our cities. Of course, the region argues the LRT would change growth patterns, encouraging us to ditch the car in favour of transit. That seems a very long-term strategy, especially as we would be better served by a declining population rather than the unsustainable course we’re on.

In the meantime, more walking would be a good idea. It’s an easy, no-cost form of exercise. Better still if we could or would incorporate it into the transportation por-

tion of our days, but that’s still not possible for most of us … at least when we’re not on vacation.

In the townships, walking is a more recreational pursuit, aided by some great trails. Pathways and connections to larger trail networks are increasingly common in subdivisions. It is indeed easy to get out and go for a walk in a comfortable and safe setting.

That infrastructure does make the area more walkable, and providing it is relatively easy.

Where things get trickier is when it comes to viewing walking as an alternative to driving. Walking, biking and even public transit are more environmentally friendly than our dependence on cars. We are, however, hooked on the automobile. Getting us to give them up is going to take a lot more work than simply improving the trail system.

For decades now, we’ve had a model of suburban sprawl – low-density living that relies on roads to connect our homes to shops and workplaces. In the region, it’s pretty difficult to get around without a car. The transit system is not particularly robust, especially outside of the main transit corridors, which means pretty much the bulk of the area.

The townships are beyond the pale.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Councillor Weber's letter requires further clarifications To the Editor,  I would like to address some of the statements Councillor Ruby Weber made in last week’s letter to the editor.

Mr Haywood’s presentation did not just address property value and tax losses in West Montrose but also the communities of Winterbourne and Conestogo. This encompasses approximately 1000 homes within a 2km distance of three proposed gravel pits. We are already seeing homes in these communities either not selling, or selling for below assessed value. The threat of the aggregate pits abutting these communities is quickly making them places people don’t want to live.

The mill rate is determined by

dividing the total property assessment of the Township into the budget. If the assessment decreases then taxes increase. That means all the residents of Woolwich share the tax increase due to a decrease in property assessments in these communities.

Councillor Weber seems to feel increased development will override and hide this tax increase. I find this thinking very disturbing! Growth in the Township should mean increased ability to pay down capital expenses and increase services to the community.

The purpose of the presentations

by Mr. Haywood and Dr. Hare was to show the need for Council to undertake a similar expert study as

Caledon did. This study would help council to make an informed decision.

These requests appear to have fallen on deaf ears. I guess existing Council feels they are expert enough, despite a history of problems that have occurred with past decisions, for example the Breslau water issues, and the need to truck in water four times daily for 70+ homes in West Montrose.

We expect our elected officials to make informed decisions based on independent unbiased studies, to fight to protect the quality of life and health in our communities and make sound fiscal decisions.

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Letter: Increased truck traffic on main corridor too large a negative impact > CONTINUED FROM pg. 10 diminished. Similar questions have been raised about water pollution, waste disposal, and noise.

There is, however, one worry which requires further investigation: access routes to the site. Before the project is permitted to proceed, an up-to-date professional traffic flow study is urgently needed. At the moment all approaches to the area must be made down the hill from the

intersection at Church and Arthur. Surprisingly, this little stretch of road is also the shortest route to the area north of Elmira as far as Owen Sound for anyone travelling from the Waterloo Region or even places like London and Brantford.

Where mileage is paramount, as with heavy trucks, the shorter route through downtown Elmira will always be the choice.

Certainly there is now a steady, intense, and heavy traffic of large

Dyer: Terrorism is only a modest global threat > CONTINUED FROM pg. 09 warheads. If they managed to explode it, it would be a local disaster, not a global holocaust. The worst poison gas attack ever, on the Tokyo underground system in 1995, killed only thirteen people, and although germ warfare could be hugely destructive of human life, it requires scientific capabilities that are very difficult to master.

Besides, just how does invading various Muslim countries shrink any of these

dangers? It probably increases them, actually, by outraging many Muslims and providing the extremists with a steady flow of recruits.

Terrorism, by radical Islamists or anybody else, is a real threat but a modest one. It cannot be “defeated”, but it can be contained by good police work and wise policy choices.

It might make it into the top ten global threats, but it certainly wouldn’t make it into the top three. Anybody who says it does has something to sell or something to hide.

transport trucks up and down the hill into Elmira along Arthur St. N. They are there at all times of the day and night, are frequently double rigs, and because of the hill, they make a lot of noise. When one considers that it is the access route for most of the buggy traffic from north of the town, and that during the school year many children cross Arthur St. daily, one sees the potential for a very serious accident in this extremely crowded corridor. Since the heavy trucks cannot get a run at the hill into Elmira, they are often very slow causing frequent line-ups at the lights at Church St. and Arthur

St., sometimes going back as far as two blocks down the hill. I am not sure how all of this idling contributes to the greenhouse gas problems, but I am reasonably sure that it would offset much or most of the green gains from the proposed bio gas installation. This is especially true when one takes into account the miles of truck travel involved in the project.

Into this already serious and worsening situation, the Bio-en project proposes to add significantly more heavy truck passages per day, conceivably more than 100 on some days, virtually all of which will travel along Arthur St. N.

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Some of these trucks may transport smelly bio wastes. What do the merchants at the corner of Arthur and Church think about the prospect of transport sized dump trucks carrying biowaste trying to navigate the corner a few steps from the entrances to their businesses? Surely this will not be good for business, or for the image of Elmira.

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Elmira Bowl serves up a strike W

hen a bowler steps up to take their shot, odds are they’re thinking more about the ball in their hands or the pins at the end of the lane than the floor they’re standing on.

But Karl Jordan has just made a big investment in the ground beneath the bowler’s feet at Elmira Bowl.

Karl closed up shop for the entire summer and spent more than $100,000 on upgrades to the 50 year-old five-pin bowling alley on First Avenue, installing brand new flooring in all the lanes, as well as new carpeting and tables.

“It’s not wood,” he says of the new lanes, “they’re all synthetic now. It’s called phenolic, but it’s actually crushed glass.”

The new floors offer a wide range of advantages over the old wooden floors, he says. Over time, wooden floors become uneven and dented from bowlers walking in the same areas over and over again, and from the impact of the bowling balls.

“It’s the wave sensation,” Karl explains, moving his arm up and down in a wave motion.

Wooden floors need to be sanded down every three years, he adds, in order to remove those dents

and bumps, which can cost more than $20,000 per lane.

But with the new synthetic lanes, those problems are solved.

“You can’t damage them,” he says, “I never have to sand again.”

The three parts of the lane which see the most traffic – the area that bowlers typically walk on, which is called the approach, the first six feet of the bowling lane itself, and the spot where the pins are set – had to be completely rebuilt from the concrete up, Karl says, to ensure the entire lane was straight and true.

The synthetic material is a combination of resin and woven fiberglass, and is known for its high tensile strength and ability to absorb impact – making it ideal for bowling alleys. It’s almost a centimeter and a half thick, and helps reduce the amount of maintenance necessary.

Karl says he won’t even have to oil the surface of the lanes anymore.

“They’ll get a little dirty, but maintenance is a lot less than on wooden lanes. The only thing is I have to keep the temperature between 68 and 74 degrees, because it contracts and expands.”

Mary Jordan agrees that the new synthetic lanes are far superior to

the old ones.

“They’re more accurate,” she says. “You have to get the lanes certified every year, and we just had ours certified last week. An agent came in and was checking the lanes with levels and said ‘this is just ridiculous, they’re perfect.’”

The floors were specially designed to interact with the black lights used during glow-in-thedark cosmic bowling as well, which Mary enjoys. ““The glow-in-the-dark is great, I don’t know how they do it but there are lights all embedded in the lane that light up with the black lights, and each arrow in the lane lights up.”

In addition to the new lanes, they have installed new carpeting and new tables, which can turn and swivel to form tables for large groups, such as birthday parties.

There are even brand new gutters – “they’re called channels now,” Karl explains – and all eight lanes have inflatable bumpers to help new bowlers stay out of the gutters... er, channels. Prior to the renovations, only four lanes had bumpers.

“The bumper system is attached to a pump, so you just hit a button and they all pop up [out of the channel],” says Mary.

While he doesn’t keep

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New lanes help reduce labour, save on costs

NEW LOOK TO THE LANES Mary and Karl Jordan were happy to re-open the doors of Elmira Bowl on First Avenue in Elmira, which they’ve owned for 25 years. exact figures, Karl estimates that the alley sees nearly 500 bowlers per week, and even though the new lanes are going to make Karl and Mary’s lives much easier, they may wreak havoc on the bowler’s scores – for the first few weeks, at least.

“It’s going to take them

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a while to get used to the synthetic. Probably two to three weeks of bowling,” explains Karl. “[The ball] doesn’t move as much, and you’ve got to learn to throw a slower ball. A slower ball is going to work a lot better than a fast ball because of the way the pins fly.”

The renovations also come at a time when Karl – who turned 65 this year – is considering retirement.

“If someone wants to take it over, they don’t have to worry about putting any money into the place. It’s here, ready to go.”

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• Explore the Rural Living Area; theatre, artisans, quilts and more!

• Tour the education tent and see methane gas from a cow be converted to energy powering iPod music!

• See the Canadian Cow Girls precision drill team perform their musical ride.

• See the daring and competitive West Coast Loggers team.

• Discover the latest in farm machinery and emerging technology.

• Journey through the local food display; the first 500 visitors collecting stamps at each station will get a FREE cookbook!

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Queen of the Furrow Celebrating the Past... Embracing the Future.

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Local food sparks hunger for knowledge T

he local food movement has captured the public’s imagination and at the same time, bowled over farmers. They’re anxiously searching for ways to meet the public’s needs, and they’re turning to knowledge sources such as Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, which opens its doors next week in Woodstock.

The show, which is administered out of Guelph, has long used the slogan “Where farmers meet.” But to me, there’s no question it could also incorporate “...and learn.”

That’s especially true over the past few years. In 2009, a sample of the nearly 44,000 attendees showed 20 per cent came to network with industry representatives and other farmers. Networking equals learning. And that figure’s up from 12 per cent just one year earlier.

A big question on farmers’ minds is how they get on the local food gravy train. It’s a movement pertinent to all farmers, regardless of size.

Large farmers can dedicate a small piece of their land or operation to producing niche products that people are looking for – the healthy, the unusual, the unusually healthy, you name it.

And at the same time, farmers with small acreages (some call them lifestyle farmers) can make

Food For Thought Owen Roberts hay with a niche crop. It’s unlikely that they’ll draw their full income from it, but that’s not unexpected, because most farmers work off the farm, too. But odds are they can do much better producing niche products than renting their land to a neighbour or planting a small stand of conventional crops.

Suppose, then, they decide to raise goats for dairy. Or grow Cinderella pumpkins. Or candy cane beets. Or fresh romano beans. I watched people descend in hordes on the St. Jacobs market last Saturday, despite the miserable weather, looking for these and other relatively unusual products. People want them…but if you’re a new farmer, or a small farmer looking for a niche, how do you learn how to produce them, process them, harvest them and market them? There seems to be lots of help available on the marketing side from Farmers Markets Ontario and local food initiatives, but the actual production of niche crops has snuck up on almost

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Niche production is a growth area for Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, says president Lorie Jocius.

In 2009, about a third of those who attended said they came to see new technology, a must on a successful, modern farm of any size. More than three-quarters of those who attended the show owned farms.

Participants are looking for demonstrations, the kind that will help them learn more about their profession.

That’s what’s made the outdoor farm show a hit. The show’s founder, the late Ginty Jocius, said success hinges on finding a point of differentiation. In this show’s case, the difference is that participants can see how things work -- alternative energy, solar panels and biogas, among them. Farm-

ers know the public’s demands for clean air and water have big implications for them, and they’re not only looking for technology that can help them be environmentally friendly, they want to see it in action.

Technology is not a bad word when it comes to farming. Unlike some countries, we don’t have a huge pool of cheap labour, predictable government subsidies or a significant amount of our incomes dedicated to food. So farmers need to find ways to produce it efficiently. Technology is one answer, and the outdoor farm show helps them learn how to use it.

The farm show is agriculturally intensive, but the public is welcome to attend.

After all, learning isn’t just for farmers.

Notice of Public Information Centre PROPOSED REGION OF WATERLOO SIGN BY-LAW

The Region of Waterloo will be holding a public information centre to introduce a draft Regional By-law respecting signs on Regional roads. The proposed Sign By-law addresses all types of unofficial signs on Regional roads including election signs, business accessory signs, farm accessory signs, mailbox accessory signs, open house signs and poster signs.

The proposed Sign By-law establishes requirements for unofficial signs including: • Location and placement; • Size, shape, construction and content; CITIZEN TO MUNICIPAL • Impacts to theAPPOINTMENTS function of the road; • Number of signsCOMPLIANCE and timing of placement; and ELECTIONS AUDIT COMMITTEE • Sign removal.

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A copy of the draft By-law is available for review in Elections comments Act from an to determine if the application should be granted or the Clerk’s Offi ce, Region of Waterloo, 2nd floor, 150 Street, Kitchener or onthe the rejected. If granted, the MECAC will appoint an Frederick auditor, receive and consider Region’s website at: auditor’s report and decide whether legal proceedings should commence. www.region.waterloo.on.ca - tab Newsroom, tab Public Notices Up to seven (7) persons are required for a four-year term ending November 30, If2014. you Individuals have questions concerningand/or the technical By-law, qualifications please contact Nancy Button, with professional in accounting and Manager, Transportation Engineering 519-575-4520 or by emaillegalat audit; academic expertise in political scienceator local government administration; bnancy@region.waterloo.on.ca background; or knowledge of the campaign finance rules contained in the Municipal Elections Act are invited to apply. Members shall not include members of any municipal If you require accessible services to participate in this meeting, please contact the above Council represented; employees or officers of the municipalities represented; or any noted person Junein10, 2008. persons who by areTuesday, candidates the election for which the committee is established.

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Woodside Bible Fellowship set to celebrate 4th Grand Opening

A sLAM DUNK Founding Woodside Bible Fellowship member Harvey Gingrich and current Pastor Dan Allen try out the new facilities at Woodside before the Grand Opening, to be held at the church September 18.

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his will be the fourth time that Elmira resident Harvey Gingrich will wait with eager anticipation at the opening of Woodside Bible Fellowship; he is one of their founding members.

Next Saturday (Sept. 18) he, along with the 700 members of the congregation will celebrate the opening of a brand new $2.1 million addition to their church.

The church began in October of 1975 when a group of Elmira and surrounding area residents decided that their commute to the Wallenstein Bible Chapel was too far to travel if it was possible to organize a similar group in their own hometown. Unsure of how well the idea would go over at first, organizers happily welcomed 125 new members to their congregation on their first Sunday.

“It was a bit like herding cattle,” said Gingrich with

a laugh. “Once a few go to the fence, the rest go too but nobody knows for sure who is going. It typically takes a bit of time for a congregation to split.”

Back then, the sermons were held in the gym at Riverside Public School, one of the only spaces large enough to hold that number of people. Just fewer than two years later, in March of 1977, the group moved to their first official home at Arthur St. and Pintail Dr. Then, as numbers grew and their space at that location proved to be too small, the congregation moved to their current location at Whippoorwill and Barnswallow Drives.

“People thought we were crazy to move from the ideal location where we were to out here in the boonies,” said Gingrich. “This was the edge of town; we called it Woodside because it was literally beside the woods.

But we needed the extra

space and we knew that someday there would be quite a lot of homes around here. Elmira has expanded quite a bit.”

Now, the church has undergone yet another transformation, this time

Church is done differently now than it used to be... The way we proclaim it may be different, but the message is always the same.

Harvey Gingrich in the shape of a $2.1 million expansion. Included in the renovations are a full-height, full-size gymnasium, new change rooms with showers and washroom facilities, a new lower foyer and rear entrance, a

café, a youth room and the associated parking lots, sidewalks, landscaping and fire sprinklers.

“Through the years, Woodside has gone from organs and overheads to Power Point presentations and a worship band,” said Pastor Dan Allen who has been with the church for the past six years. “There were a few things that we were lacking and with the renovation we were able to enhance our present ministries and it enabled us to do future ministries, which is great.”

Gingrich agrees that there have been many changes in the church over the years, including new and leading-edge technology, even the demographic of the congregation has changed with fewer farmers attending and an increase in the amount of young families.

“Church is done differently now than it used to

be,” he noted. “But from the very beginning, this has been a church that has taught God’s word and believed God’s word. The way we proclaim it may be different, but the message is always the same.”

And next weekend, the folks at Woodside are opening their doors to the whole community and inviting everyone to come and celebrate with them. Included in the festivities will be a kid’s carnival, a gathering of quilters, wooden car racers and a ball hockey tournament featuring the Elmira Sugar Kings and the Elmira Special Olympics team.

“Everyone is welcome to come to the church, not just this weekend but throughout the year. The facilities we have are open to all people in the community, not just those in the congregation,” said Allen. “We are

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is a dying craft which John is well aware of. You might expect to pay to see this type of demonstration in a pioneer village learning facility but John will entertain up to 1000 tourists a day during peak season. John figures he’s the last commercial broom-making enterprise in Canada. He has seen familiar faces on the other side of this fence like Richard Karn (he played Al on Home Improvement), Mike Holmes, Darryl Sittler and a slew of others.

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shepherd hooks are supplied by Conestogo Woodbending. The canes are cattle canes used in the field to herd cattle. The tourists like to stain and finish them themselves, and for $7, make an inexpensive souvenir.

Every year he sends a shipment of canes to a ministry college in Calgary that uses them as graduation gifts for their students .

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> John is working the Baltimore Winder, a 50-year-old machine

that’s been retrofitted with a motor.

It’s been discontinued so John keeps three more in storage that he finds on eBay for spare parts. The winder attaches the cane leaves and bristles wrapping wire tightly around maple or ash handles.

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> There is a bank of four fans

and two dehumidifiers to dry out brooms overnight so they don’t get moldy. The cane and bristle ends are soaked in warm water to make them more plyable prior to winding

the cane and bristles to handles.

5) GEAr & PULLEY

> This gear and pulley system is

left over from the previous tenant, a blacksmith. John says this area housed a bandsaw 19 years ago when he took over the space. Hamel Broom has been in operation since 1908 and John is the fourth owner.

He moved the operation from Waterloo to St. Jacobs.

6) scrAPEr

> This scraper is more than 100

years old. It’s large roller with spikes dislodges loose bristles before stitching. It originally operated with a hand crank but has since been modified with a motor. This step takes mere seconds per broom.

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> John runs the shop by himself

and one full-time employee.

Matt Kingwell is a new recruit this year and is running the Baltimore Stitcher machine. It is the newest machine in the shop at 47 years old. The stitcher threads

four different colours in various patterns. Variation of the stitching colours identifies the year of creation.

8) sTAcK oF BrooMs

> This stack of brooms is headed

down the street to the Henry Street Home Hardware distribution centre.

John’s outdoor barn broom is sold across Canada under the Mark’s Choice banner -- products endorsed

by Mark Cullen and sold exclusively through Home Hardware dealers.

Cullen, an author, radio host and

tv personality, is considered to be Canada’s best known gardener.

9) HATs & BrooMs

> John keeps stock of Mennonite

straw hats that he gets from a supplier in Belleville — very few are sold to actual Mennonites, but the tourists love them.

10) ANTIQUEs

> Like the machines he uses to make the brooms, antiques are front and centre. John sells on consignment for three dealers which help pays the rent.

Warm, sweet & crunchy, a little something for everyone From The Chef's Table Kirstie Herbstreit & Jody o'Malley

W

e are just beginning to see the start of the harvest. Apples are hitting the market stands, carrots and beets are in abundance and it won’t be long before my absolute favourite winter green vegetable kale will be available.

Unfortunately, the arrival of these wonderful vegetable coincides with cooler weather and the start of the school year. We say goodbye to the carefree days of summer and we try to embrace a more hectic schedule with kids back in school.

As a Chef the change in season means using different cooking techniques. Braising, stewing and simmering soups; we are entering the season of comfort foods. We no longer dread the thought of turning on our oven to bake. This is the perfect recipe to get us back in our kitchens and warm up to the sweet smell of cinnamon.

This recipe is very simple to make.

Plum Kuchen with Nut Crumble > 2 cups > 2 Tbsp > 1 tsp > ¾ cup > 2 Tbsp > 1 each > 1 tsp > 2 ½ lb > 4-5 Tbsp > 2 tsp > 1 tsp > ¼ cup

all-purpose flour sugar baking powder butter, room temperature water egg, beaten vanilla fresh prune plums butter cinnamon cornstarch sugar

You may even attempt this recipe on a week night. Once the ingredients are measured out, hands on time is about 15 minutes. The most time consuming and difficult part is pitting the plums.

The cinnamon sugar mixture may

seem like a lot but it is not. Aside from the 2 Tbsp of sugar in the base it is the only sugar in the recipe. Omitting the nut crumble will save you some time but it adds a nice crunch to the finished dessert. Serve this cake with vanilla ice cream. Once the cake is gone you will have enough nut crumble to enjoy with a few more bowls of ice cream.

I am normally an ‘anything chocolate” for dessert kind of girl but there is something about this plum cake that I absolutely love. Enjoy!

Pre-heat oven to 425F. Mix together flour, sugar and baking powder.

Rub in butter.

Combine water, egg and vanilla and add to flour mixture. Knead into dough, until just combined and press into butter flan pan. (or a glass lasagna pan) Mix together cinnamon, cornstarch, sugar set aside. Cut and pit plums and place on dough cut side up. Dot with butter, sprinkle cornstarch mixture onto plums.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, until dough under plums look golden brown.

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Stir together dry ingredient.

Rub in butter.

Bake at 350F until golden, stirring every once in a while to crumble mixture. Bake for approximately 15 minutes. You do not want to over bake this mixture. It should be soft and chewy, not too crispy.

> Chefs Kirstie Herbstreit and Jody O’Malley are both Red Seal certified chefs. Together they run the company YouCanCook2, specializing in interactive dinner parties. You can also find them cooking at Entertaining Elements in St. Jacobs,where they hold private dinners for eight people. To contact the chefs, visit theirwebsite www.youcancook2.com.

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The Grand Opening will be held Saturday, September 18 from 10 am - 2 pm at Woodside Bible Fellowship, 200 Barnswallow Drive in Elmira. For details call 519-669-1296 or visit www. woodsidechurch.ca.

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SPORTS

Introducing the Kings 2010 starting lineup

Midwestern Division Junior B Hockey Teams 1. Owen Sound GREYS 2. Guelph DOMINATORS 3. Elmira SUGAR KINGS 4. Listowel CYCLONES 5. Kitchener DUTCHMEN 6. Waterloo SISKINS 7. Cambridge WINTER HAWKS 8. Stratford CULLITONS 9. Brantford GOLDEN EAGLES

The Kings know they face a lot of challenges this year, and that every game will be a battle.

These guys are excited about the challenges, and we're excited about the season starting on Sunday.

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Lukas Baleshta

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Weight....................... 171 lbs

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Getting the geese to answer the call H

ere in rural Ontario, we are lucky. That’s because when the sound of gunfire breaks out in the distance, it’s not because of war or crime. No, we are just shooting at geese. Oh, it might sound like a distant battle, but believe me it’s not. For one thing, no one uses that much ammunition in a typical firefight. And for another, our side usually wins.

Despite what many people think, there is a lot to know about goose hunting. For instance, you know those anguished cries you hear in the distance? Well, that’s just me using my double-reed goose call. And, if it’s not, it’s the guys around me reacting to me using a double-reed goose call. Either way, a goose call is involved. Even if it’s just being used against me.

If you’ve never been on a goose hunt, it goes something like this.

“Hey,” one hunter whispers, “there’s a flock of geese in the distance.”

“Oh my God! Is everything all right?” another then asks me.

“Sure,” I say, as I put down my goose call for a second. “Why do you ask?”

“It’s those anguished cries,” he shudders. “Are you sure you are blowing in the right end?”

A debate regarding what a goose should actually sound like then begins and the ensuing lull in my

Not-So-Great Outdoorsman Steve Galea calling causes the geese to swing around so that they can investigate what suffering creature has finally died. This, by the way, is why I believe that, somewhere along the line, geese are related to vultures.

“They’re coming in,” the other hunter whispers.

I reach for my goose call, yet again.

Someone, and it is never clear who, blindsides me and a minor scuffle ensues. This prevents me from calling.

Even so, the geese keep coming in and finally land. Why, when I am not calling, is a complete mystery.

“See? My calling worked,” I whispered, as my outstretched fingers stretch for a goose call that is just out of reach. “Now would you two please get off of me?”

“OK, but you realize that you don’t need to call anymore. They’re feeding in the decoys,” the heavy one whispers.

I nod. “Sure,” I say, “not one more note.”

They get up and reach for their guns.

Unable to resist, as they are lining them up, I call once more, just to ensure that the birds stick around.

Once again, I am blindsided.

The geese take off without a shot being fired.

“Let me call some more,” I plead.

“They’ll come back!”

But those geese never do.

That’s no big deal though. So many geese occupy the fields, parklands and skies of rural Ontario that another flock soon shows up in the distance. Having come to a new agreement with my fellow hunters, I

Regional tour maps aimed at motorcyclists Katie Edmonds

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itchener’s Len Luksa and his wife Karin Morell are avid motorcycle enthusiasts, so they were thrilled when they attended a bike trade show in Toronto and were handed a map to the best riding routes in the area. They imme-

diately wondered, ‘Do we have something like this in Waterloo Region?’ They were deflated when they found out that we don’t. The tourism board for the region had created maps of walking trails, cycling trails and scenic driving routes, but nothing for those hoping to ride the town-

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ship roads on a motorbike.

“We decided that we needed to create one for this region,” said Morell. They took the idea to their club and to the Waterloo Regional Tourism Marketing Corporation and were given the go-ahead.

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call and I call and I call till I am blue in the face.

The distant flock turns, see the decoys and sets a course for our blind.

I call some more. They set wings and keep coming.

The boys and I raise our guns and, just as they hover over the decoys, we open up and collect a few.

I look over smugly and say, “See, my calling didn’t hurt a thing.”

“Sure,” they say.

“Good,” I respond, “now that we’re agreed on that, can I have the reeds back?”

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Zero horsepower in these slick rides

PHOTOS

A WET AND WILD RIDE Mya Fiander, 9, of St. Jacobs fights to see through the rain as she tears down the hill at the 6th annual Wellesley Soap Box Derby on Labour Day Monday.

» JAMES JACKSON

ON YOUR MARK Jack Koebel waits at the starting blocks for his turn to race down the track. This year featured 44 competitors and 26 cars in four different age groups.

GET SET

Nathan Stecho, 8, from Waterloo is ready to go.

A RACE TO THE FINISH! Mya Flander (left) and Abbey Fisher were locked in a tight race from start to finish. Trevor Grasby (right) is all smiles after winning the 8 to 10 age group with a time of 24.81 seconds, narrowly beating out second place finisher Rylee Purcell (left), who clocked in at 24.82.

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Motorcycle: mapping out the ride

LEADING THE WAY

Kitchener’s Len Luksa and his wife Karin Morell have just recently finished designing eight riding tours for motorcyclists that follow roads in Woolwich and Wellesley townships, one which passes through the West Montrose Covered Bridge where they visited September 8.

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» KATIE EDMONDS

> CONTINUED FROM PG. 18 “When you get away from the well-travelled roads and onto some of the beautiful side roads, you see all kinds of things you might not have even known existed. We knew we had to share the places we had found.”

So the couple, alongside other members of the Southern Cruisers Riding Club (Chapter 270 in Kitchener), recently finished design-

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Among the routes created by the riding group is the “Hills, Woods and Country Homes Ride” in Cambridge and North Dumfries Township that features twisted turns in wooded hills and a countryside cruise.

The “Bridges of Wilmot Township Ride” crosses numerous bridges over the Nith River, including a ride over a “rumble” bridge and a turn past North America’s largest working waterwheel in New Hamburg. The routes take riders past greenhouses, to the end of the runway at the Region of Waterloo International Airport, past Old Order Mennonite meeting houses and farms, and over the West Montrose covered bridge.

“We really enjoy driving around the countryside and I am very big into history.

Seeing the townships on a bike is entirely different than from seeing them in a car.

When you’re on a bike you can smell the lilacs, the freshly cut hay, the manure,” said Morell with a laugh.

“You can feel the sun on your face and the road beneath you. You feel a lot of freedom when you’re riding.”

Then there is Luksa’s personal favourite route, “Lakes and Grand River Ride” that winds through villages and conservation areas along the Grand River. The various routes take anywhere from an hour to a full day to ride. The longest tour, called the “Grand Tour,” takes riders to all corners of Waterloo Region.

“My wife and I like to go off the ‘super slabs,’ what we call the big main roads, and see what we can find,” said Luksa. “All the routes we have mapped out have their own unique charm. It’s tough for me to pick a favourite.”

The maps are marked to show garages where you can service your bike if you run into any mechanical trouble — and a list of towing companies will be posted as well.

You can view the maps at the website, download them to your computer or download them directly to your GPS system. The motorcycle riding maps can be found at www. e x p l o r e w a t e rl o o r e gion.com – click on Tours & Trails icon and then on the icon for Motorcycle Tours.

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Puck drops on Kings season opener this Sunday James Jackson

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fter tasting some success in last year’s playoffs, the Sugar Kings will look for a promising start to their 40th season tomorrow (Sunday) when they host the Kitchener Dutchmen in their season opener at the Dan Snyder Memorial Arena.

“At the end of last season, our expectations were going to be a lot higher this year, and certainly they are,” says head coach Geoff Haddaway.

The Kings finished last year with a 20-26-5 record, but really hit their stride in the playoffs and eliminated the Listowel Cyclones in six games, before being eliminated by the defending champion Brantford Golden Eagles in a hard-fought six-game series.

And Haddaway recognizes this season is going to be another battle.

“Four months have gone since then, and we’ve lost some significant players. [Riley] Sonnenburg, Tyson LeBlanc, and Michael Therrien. Never mind guys like Jeff Zippel and other character guys.

We’re going to have a tough time replacing their goals.”

The team may still have some questions up front, but Haddaway feels the strength of this year’s squad will be from the goal out.

“We’ve got seven defense who I think are going to be above-average Junior-B defenseman.

And we’re going to rely

» JAMES JACKSON

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BREAK-OUT

Cass Frey carries the puck into the Kitchener Dutchmen’s zone during Sunday’s exhibition game at the WMC. Frey finished with one assist, and the Kings fell 5-2.

on [goaltender] Nick Horrigan to help keep us in games. Right now he’s got a lot of confidence, and I think he thinks he can be a number one goalie in this league.”

Horrigan has displayed that confidence throughout the preseason, posting a 2-1 record along with a sparkling 0.80 GAA and .967 save percentage.

The Kings wrapped up their preseason during the Labour Day week-

> Council approves funding for Wellesley soccer pitches The Council of the Township of Wellesley passed a motion and approved the cost of up to $10,000 for construction of the soccer pitches at the Wellesley Community Centre when they met Tuesday evening. The project is being coordinated by the Wellesley Soccer Association, a volunteer group which organizes teams and schedules soc-

cer for youth in the Wellesley area. They proposed to council that with population growth in Wellesley, the number of soccer registrants has greatly increased resulting in the need for more soccer pitches. With the improvements planned, there would be enough space for three small pitches for soccer players under the age of eight.

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The Kings seemed to round into shape in that final game, and Haddaway says he and his coaching staff have begun to find line combinations that click. The Kings outshot the Greys 47-19 in that game, and dominated much of the play.

“It’s nice to get a win and get some success, and maybe it helps with confidence, but that being said we know the next time we play Owen Sound that game doesn’t count, and we start fresh.”

Optimism is high heading into the new season, a feeling that is shared throughout the league. At the start of a new season, anything is possible with everyone tied in the standings.

“Everyone’s team is good right now,” Haddaway says with a laugh, “and that’s the exciting part. Those guys are excited about those challenges, and we’re excited about the season starting on Sunday.”

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23 FARM SAFETY

Common agricultural machinery hazards T

he very fact that agricultural machinery uses tremendous power to do work makes its operation a potential hazard for both the operator and bystanders.

Even though manufacturers try to ensure that their machinery is as safe as possible, the nature of some work creates inherent hazards, which cannot be removed.

Most accidents with agricultural machinery can be attributed to human error.

Most agricultural machines have similar or common components to do their work, so a basic understanding of these hazards will heighten your safety.

SHEAR POINTS

move so rapidly that they may not be visible. It can be easy to forget that they are operating.

Because some cutting and shearing points cannot be guarded, it is important to be aware of the hazard and to be especially alert when they are operating. It is also important to warn others and to look out for their safety, because of the danger of thrown objects while using cutting-type equipment.

Shear points are created when the edges of two objects are moved closely enough together to cut a soft material, as in the case of a pair of shears or an auger.

Cutting points are created when a single object moves forcefully or rapidly enough to cut, as in the case of a sickle blade.

Both shear and cutting points are created on machinery designed to cut, as in harvesters, and on those that are not designed to cut, as in an auger. They are hazards because of their cutting force, and because they often

PINCH POINTS

Pinch points are formed when two rotating objects move together and at least one of them moves

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Belt drives, chain drives and gear drives are other sources of pinch points in power transmission devices. Feed rolls, gathering chains and similar equipment to draw crops into the machine also create pinch points.

WRAP POINTS

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Hazards: Avoiding danger on the farm > CONTINUED FROM PG. 23 a wrap point. A cuff, sleeve, pant leg or just a thread can catch on a rotating part and result in serious injury. Entanglement with a wrap point can pull you into the machine, or clothing may become so tightly wrapped that you are crushed or suffocated. In other cases, you could be thrown off balance and fall into other machine parts.

Clothing is more likely to catch if there is a little mud or dried manure, or a nick on the shaft. Ends of shafts that protrude beyond bearings are also dangerous. Universal joints, keys and fastening devices can also snag clothing.

CRUSH POINTS

Crush points are created when two objects move toward each other or one object moves toward a stationary one. For example, hitching tractors to implements may create a potential crush point.

Failure to block up equipment safely can result in a fatal crushing injury. A jack may slip, a hose or overhead support may break, or the equipment may roll. Be sure to take extra precautions when working with machinery that is raised for any reason.

Crushing injuries most commonly occur to fingers that are crushed at the hitching point. Wait until the tractor has stopped before stepping into the hitching position.

If possible arrange the hitch point so that the tractor can be backed into position without anyone between. Always know what the other person is doing.

FREE-WHEELING PARTS

Many machine parts continue to spin after the power is shut off. Examples of this are cutter heads of forage harvesters, hammer mills of feed grinders, rotary mower blades, fans, flywheels, etc.

Never touch these parts until they have stopped moving completely. This may take as long as several minutes.

SPRINGS

Springs are commonly used to help lift equipment such as shock absorbers, and to keep belts tight and may harbour potentially dangerous stored energy. Springs under compression will expand with great force when released, and springs that are stretched will contract rapidly when released.

Know what direction a spring will move and how it might affect other machine parts when released, and stay out of its path.

HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS

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Never inspect hydraulic hoses with your hands because a fine jet of hydraulic fluid can pierce the skin.

Use a piece of cardboard to test the hose for leaks. Before attempting any service on hydraulic systems, shut off the engine, which powers the hydraulic pump.

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ENTERTAINMENT Linwood actor making history

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he 35th Toronto International Film Festival opened this week, and the 11-day event features 300 films, some of the biggest names in Hollywood – and a local connection as well.

Linwood resident Jacob Caldwell is making his TIFF debut playing the lead role of Thomas in the sevenminute short film, “Living History,” which opens on Monday night at 6:30.

The film examines the relationship between a father and a son, played by Caldwell, as they make their way to participate in a battle reenactment from the Upper Canada Rebellion in 1837.

“His father and his mother have had a divorce, and since then the son hasn’t really been that close to his father,” says Caldwell. “It’s mainly about one last war reenactment that the son’s going to with his father, and he’s not really into it, thinking ‘Oh, great I have to go to another one.’”

What unfolds is a story of humour, and an analysis of the father-son relationship by director Isaac Cravit.

Caldwell says it was the comedic elements of the script which really drew him to the film.

“When I went for the audition it was just a few lines, but I like funny movies, and the few lines were comedy, so I thought ‘this sounds like fun,’” he explained.

“First of all it was war, and not that I’m saying war is funny, but it’s a war scene and I am a drummer boy walking in a field, and that was kind

of funny. And when I got the full script I thought ‘Wow, this is going to be a good film.’”

The 18-year-old actor is no stranger to the camera, either. He got his first acting gig at the tender age of two when he appeared in a commercial for Sam’s Audio Shop in Orangeville, as well as several magazines.

“Then my parents took me out of it when we moved here [Linwood], and because they didn’t really want me to stay in it. They wanted me to live a ‘normal’ life,” he explained.

That was 14 years ago, and only recently has Jacob decided to get back into acting. He says he always carries a video camera around with him shooting videos and one day his mother, Vickie, encouraged him to step out from behind the camera and return to acting.

Caldwell was originally signed

by Cameo Models in Kitchener, and after taking acting courses with the agency, he was noticed by Jessica Martins at MMG~Canada and MMG~New York, who signed him to a contract. He also does some modeling, and was named model of the year in 2008 by the Model Alliance Group of Canada.

He says that the biggest challenge he faces as a young actor is making sure that he gets noticed, especially living in a small town like Linwood.

“That’s the biggest thing. It’s a two hour drive to Toronto, and most of the films are shot out in that area,” he says.

> SEE JACOB ON PG. 31

PHOTO

James Jackson

» JAMES JACKSON

Local actor looking to make a name for himself at Toronto International Film Festival

SMALL-TOWN LIFE, BIG CITY DREAMS Linwood actor Jacob Caldwell is ready to head off to Hollywood and make a name for himself, should the right opportunity arise.

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HELP WANTED

Looking for a mature person with good social skills, friendly & motivated. We are filling 2 part-time positions (12-20 hours per week). Must be able to work Thursday and Friday evenings and Saturdays.

Job description: waiting on customers, writing orders, pricing stock and small general duties. Ideal position for a male student or retired gentleman.

Apply in person with resume to W.C. Brown and Sons - Men’s Clothier 18-24 Arthur St. S., Elmira,

W.C. BROWN & SONS MENS CLOTHIER • TAILORS • DRY CLEANING & ALTERATION SERVICES • COMPANY UNIFORMS

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>a g r i c u l t u r a l Construction company has an immediate opening for a framer. Drivers licence required. Please call 519748-8306. > alTECH

has an entry level position for an Assistant Well Technician to conduct site investigations using a variety of direct push and auger drills. This very challenging and demanding career will involve travel, mechanical aptitude, lots of client interaction and a commitment to safety. Those with welding skills and CD Licensing (AZ or DZ) will be preferred. Please call Dave Millard, 519-664-3331.

> Full

time sales clerk required. Must be able to work Saturdays and one evening a week. Apply in person with resume to Stemmler Meats & Cheese, 3031 Lobsinger Line, Heidelberg.

Journeymen Electrician Commercial, industrial and residential experience required. Valid driver’s licence required.

Competitive wage and benefit package provided.

Send cover letter and resume by

FAX to 519-698-9920 ESA Licence # 7000438

> industrial mechanic/ millwright. No experience necessary, willingness to learn. Must be mechanically inclined.

Apprenticeship available. Please call 519503-9301 or fax resume to 519-669-0155. > lens mill, Hawkesville.

Cashier/stock person required. Must be able to work every Sat. (with exceptions).

Heavy lifting is required.

Please call Elaine @ 519699-6140 or apply in person.

PETS

Wallenstein Feed & Supply Ltd is a fast paced livestock feed manufacturing facility located outside of Elmira, Ont. We are currently seeking highly motivated individuals to answer the phone and assist our customers. We pride ourselves on being the leader in customer service for the livestock feed industry. If you are interested in a rewarding work life please submit your resume via mail to P.O. Box 22, 7307 Hwy 86, Wallenstein Ont., N0B 2S0 or via email to recruiting@wfs.ca by Sept 18th, 2010.

> mEGamuTTS dog training, Fall Classes - group session or private, starting Sept. 14, 6 weeks - $140.00. www.megamutts. com. or 519-669-8167.

TRaiNiNG & lESSONS

> learn Guitar Professional one-on-one instruction with experienced teacher. All styles and methods, electric, acoustic and bass. Group rates available. Mike’s Music.

519-669-5885.

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> buy-Sell-Trade Gun Show at the Elmira Rod & Gun Club, 6533 Reid Woods Drive. Saturday, September 25th 2010. Show starts at 8 a.m. and runs until noon. $5.00 admission. For more info please call 519-6693067. > Heavy Duty Cast Iron Band Saw for sale. 35 inch throat, up to 14 inch depth, also ShopSmith with 6 inch jointer, shaper attachment,, complete with manuals. Call Don @ 519-893-7008, after hours 519-634-5706. > mattress/boxspring,

new, never used, still in sealed bag. Sacrifice $195.

Delivery available. 519635-8737.

> Passport Photos, Gun licences etc. $10. Brian’s Photo, 57 Arthur St. S., Elmira. 519-210-0608.

RENTalS

> linwood - Exceptional

one bedroom apartment.

Tile & wood floors, modern kitchen, fridge, stove, washer, dryer, A/C, fireplace, deck, backyard storage shed, parking. No smoking or pets. $595 + utilities.

References. Call 519698-2600.

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> CRD accounting Services - Income Tax (E-File) Services. Small business accounting, payroll & gov/t filings. Chuck Downs, 95 Aspen Cr., Elmira. 519669-1498, cell 519-569-1744.

•Personalized, one-on-one •Various styles & methods •Beginners to advanced •Competitive Rates

Mike’s Music 519.669.5885

GaRaGE SalES

> 6th annual St. Clements Community Wide Garage Sale and bbQ. Saturday September, 11, 2010, 8:00 - 2:00. Garage Sale items sold at individual homes and at the arena parking lot (for those living out of town in Ward 4 Wellesley Township).

Bake sale, coffee and bbq which starts at 9:00 a.m. So come out and ride around town to find you treasures. For more information please call Deborah Harte 519-699-4732 or Trevor Hehn 519-699-5792.

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COmiNG EVENTS

> Christmas Shopping bus trip to Erie Pennsylvania, November 19-21.

Seats available. $185 per person for 4 in a room. Includes bus, upscale accommodations and breakfast. Leaves St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Heidelberg at 9 o’clock, November 19.

Limited space - book today!

Contact Chris at 519-6641425.

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Pirates, Princesses, and Pickles, Oh My!

Jones Feed Mills Ltd. BAG TRUCK DRIVER

(Linwood Mill) To deliver bags of feed.

Hours of work: Monday to Friday approximately 7 am - 5 pm; some Saturday work required. Must have a valid DZ license and a good driving record. Applications to Jones Feed Mills -1024 Alfred St, Linwood, N0B 2A0 ATTN: Tom or Ryan, or email “tom@jfm.on.ca” or “ryanfrede@jfm.on.ca”.

Requires

• Must be physically fit, able to work outdoors.

• Forklift License.

• Lots of hours.

• Must be physically fit, neat appearance.

• Full-time with benefits.

• License required.

Apply in person with resumé to Dan at:

Apply in person with resumé to Dan at:

66 Schaefer Street, Waterloo OR Fax 519-747-5810

66 Schaefer Street, Waterloo OR Fax 519-747-5810

SummER DRama

The Elmira Theatre Co. hosted its annual drama camp for children aged 7 to 13. The actors had 4 ½ days to learn their lines, perfect their dance moves, and present to their friends and family. Left: Ryan Bauman receives his beard and becomes Capt. James Longjohn. Right: Anissa Zacharczuk is transformed into Princess Julia.

» JAMES JACKSON

Drivers & Helpers

PHOTOS

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2010 MUNICIPAL ELECTION Election Day is October 25, 2010 between 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. You are entitled to vote for Mayor, Regional Chair, Municipal Councillors and School Board Trustees. Some residents are also eligible to vote for the Fluoridation Question. If you are not available to vote on Election Day you can vote at one of the Advance Voting Days, which are: Advance Vote #1

Advance Vote #2

Advance Vote #3

Thursday, October 7, 2010 - 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Woolwich Memorial Centre - Community Room 24 Snyder Avenue South, Elmira Friday, October 15, 2010 - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Township of Woolwich Administration Building - 1st Floor 24 Church Street West, Elmira Saturday, October 16, 2010 - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Breslau Community Centre - Fire Place Room 200 Woolwich Street, Breslau

Poll Locations Monday, October 25, 2010, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (polls open to the public) Ward 1, Poll 1: Township of Woolwich - Lobby 24 Church Street West, Elmira Ward 1, Poll 2: Woolwich Memorial Centre - Community Room 24 Snyder Avenue South, Elmira Ward 1, Poll 3: Woolwich Memorial Centre - Community Room 24 Snyder Avenue South, Elmira Ward 2, Poll 1: Floradale Fire Hall - Training Room 50 Florapine Road, Floradale Ward 2, Poll 2: Woolwich Township Community Centre 31 Parkside Drive, St. Jacobs Ward 3, Poll 1: Conestogo Public School, Gymnasium 1948 Conestogo Road, Conestogo Ward 3, Poll 2: Maryhill Community Centre 58 Charles Street East, Maryhill Ward 3, Poll 3: Breslau Community Centre 200 Woolwich Street, Breslau Find out if you are on the Municipal Voter’s List The Preliminary List of Electors for the Township of Woolwich, indicating the names of those persons entitled to vote at the Municipal Elections, is currently available for review upon request at the following locations: Township of Woolwich Municipal Office, 24 Church Street West, Elmira Elmira Library, 65 Arthur Street South, Elmira St. Jacobs Library, 29 Queenway Drive, St. Jacobs Bloomingdale Library, 680 Sawmill Road, Bloomingdale (rear of Bloomingdale United Church) You may also contact the Municipal office by phone at (519) 669-6009 to find out if you are on the Voters’ list.

Applications for inclusions, additions, corrections to, or deletions from the list may be made by an elector by completing and filing a form available at the Office of the Clerk, 24 Church Street West, Elmira during regular office hours, Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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LA CORPORATION DU CANTON DE WOOLWICH AVIS DE SCRUTIN Avis est par les présentes donné, conformément à l’article 40 de la Loi de 1996 sur les élections municipales, qu’un vote aura lieu dans le canton de Woolwich pour l’élection de candidats aux postes suivants : Président régional – Municipalité régionale de Waterloo, un (1) candidat à élire au suffrage universel par les résidents des villes de Cambridge, de Kitchener et de Waterloo et par ceux des cantons de North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot et Woolwich.

Maire – Un candidat à élire au suffrage universel Conseiller, conseillère –

Quartier no 1 Quartier no 2 Quartier no 3

Deux (2) candidats à élire Un (1) candidat à élire Un (1) candidat à élire

Le Waterloo Region District School Board – Un candidat (1) à élire (Wellesley et Woolwich) Le Waterloo Catholic District School Board – Un (1) candidat à élire (Waterloo, Wellesley et Woolwich) Le conseil scolaire de district du Centre-Sud-Ouest – Un (1) candidat à élire Le conseil scolaire séparé de langue française – Un (1) candidat à élire Question sur la fluoration – Une réponse par Oui ou par Non (électeurs du quartier no 1 et électeurs du bureau de vote 2 du quartier no 2) Bureaux de vote ordinaires Date : le lundi 25 octobre 2010 Heure : 10 h – 20 h Les cartes d’information de l’électeur seront postées aux électeurs de la municipalité pour les aviser de l’endroit où aller voter le jour du vote.

Bureaux de vote par anticipation 1. Date : le jeudi 7 octobre 2010 Heure : 15 h – 21 h Endroit : Woolwich Memorial Centre – Centre communautaire, 24, avenue Snyder Sud, Elmira 2. Date : le vendredi 15 octobre 2010 Heure : 9 h – 17 h Endroit : Immeuble de l’administration du canton de Woolwich – 24, rue Church Ouest, 1er étage, Elmira 3. Date : le samedi 16 octobre 2010 Heure : 10 h – 17 h Endroit : Centre communautaire de Breslau – 200, rue Woolwich (salle du Foyer), Breslau Demande de vote par procuration Une personne qui a été nommée comme mandataire peut demander au greffier ou au greffier adjoint, au plus tard à 17 h le jour du vote, un certificat de vote par procuration pour la section de vote où la personne qui a nommé le mandataire a le droit de vote. Le bureau d’information du Conseil sera ouvert le samedi 16 octobre 2010, de 12 h à 17 h, pour recevoir les demandes de vote par procuration.

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A great memory is not all it’s cracked up to be Q.

Why would people confess to crimes they didn’t commit, which happens more than might be expected?

Strange But True

A.

Publicity-seeking in high-profile cases is one reason, as when more than 200 people confessed to the 1932 kidnapping of the son of world-famous aviator Charles Lindbergh, say Scott Lilienfeld et al. in “50 Great Myths of Popular Psychology.”

In the late 1940s, aspiring actress Elizabeth Short--who always wore black--was brutally murdered, and the notorious “Black Dahlia” case prompted the confessions of more than 30 people. In other instances, false confessors may have a need for self-punishment, or a desire to protect the real perpetrator, or difficulty distinguishing fantasy from reality.

Nowadays, police keep the details of crime scenes from the media to weed out such individuals.

According to the Innocence Project (2008), in more than 25 per cent of cases where DNA evidence later exonerated convicted individuals, they had pled guilty to crimes they didn’t commit. Case in point was John Mark Karr’s 2006 confession to the 1996 mur-

bill & Rich Sones der of six-year-old JonBenet Ramsey, though his DNA failed to match crime scene evidence. As TV and movies hammer home the message that those who confess to a crime are almost always the true culprits, reality says otherwise.

Q.

How are we Earthlings changing the nature of our “noise” drifting into outer space?

A.

The Earth is going silent as digital television signals via cable or satellite are quickly replacing analog broadcasts and reducing the number and power of radio waves leaking into space, says Elizabeth Quill in “Science News.” For viewers at home, this means more channels and unsurpassed clarity, but it’s problematic for scientists hoping to signal any advanced civilizations beyond our solar system. And it’s not just changes

in tv. Military radar, once the prime outgoing evidence for intelligent life on Earth, now jumps from channel to channel to confuse enemies trying to jam the signals. Meanwhile, the power radiated by cell phones is spread across more than a thousand channels, making their emissions--to a planetary outsider--indistinguishable from noise.

In other words, our improving technology is causing the Earth to become less “visible,” sums up astronomer Frank Drake of SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence). “If we are the model for the universe, that is bad news.” Or as other SETI researchers are now wondering, “If extraterrestrial can’t hear us, how will we hear them?”

Q.

You remember that first kiss with the woman you love, or trivial facts like the air mileage from London to Chicago, but then you turn right around and forget the name of a new colleague or where you left your sunglasses.

That’s the quirkiness of human memory. On the other hand, consider someone like Jill P., who

was studied at the University of California and whose life is overtaken by “having too good a memory.” How good is “too good”?

A.

In her memoir, published with writer Bart Davis in 2008, Jill describes her memory as “like a running movie that never stops”; it’s like a split screen, with her talking to someone and seeing something else, says David G. Myers in “Psychology: Ninth Edition.” Whenever she sees a date flash on TV (“or anyplace else for that matter”), she’ll automatically go back to that day and remember where she was, what she was doing, what day it fell on, and on and on and on and on. “It is nonstop, uncontrollable, and totally exhausting,” says Jill. She remembers every day of her life since age 14 with detailed clarity, both the joys and the unforgotten hurts.

A good memory is helpful, sums up Myers, but so is the ability to forget. “If a memory-enhancing pill becomes available, it had better not be TOO effective.”

>

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FINE OF $300 FOR PARKING IN A DESIGNATED

NOTICE OF NOISE BY-LAW

ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACE WITHOUT MTO PERMIT

EXEMPTION - WINTERBOURNE

TAKE NOTICE that the Township of Woolwich monitors designated accessible parking spaces to ensure that they are used by vehicles displaying an Accessible Parking Permit (APP) issued by the Ministry of Transportation (MTO). The individual to whom the permit is issued must be using the vehicle and the permit must be visibly displayed on the dashboard or sun visor when the vehicle is parked in the designated accessible parking space. The permit holder may use the permit in any vehicle in which they are travelling. There is no fee for an APP. The fine for parking a vehicle in an accessible parking space without an MTO permit is $300. Information about Accessible Parking Permits can be found on-line at http://www. mto.gov.on.ca/english/dandv/vehicle/app.shtml.

The Council of the Township of Woolwich has approved an exemption to the Township’s Noise By-law. Anyone with questions about this exemption may call (519) 669-6005. The exemption allows amplified sound for the following event: Foundation Christian School Rock ‘n Roast Saturday, September 18, 2010 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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country properties lots of house! -Wonderful country property - mins. west of Elmira (Yatton).

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7 Acres - close to Elmira. Updated from top to bottom! Custom kitchen w/BI. appliances. 2 f/p’s. Fin. lower level. Mls $659,000.

country liVinG- Outside Alma. .72 of an acre. Immaculate. HUGE country kitchen. Detached insulated workshop. Mls $459,900

OFFICE PHONE: 519.343.2124

159 William St., Palmerston (Across from Home Hardware)

KATHY ROBINSON **Broker

519.292.0362

EDITH MCARTHUR DEBBIE ROY *Sales Representative *Sales Representative 519.638.2509 519.343.4817

3 Bedroom back split. 1 1/2 bath, open concept with eat in kitchen & dining room with fireplace, semi finished basement, private lot, scenic view of Conestoga River Valley, in the friendly village of Glen Allan. $289,000 MLS

3 bedroom country bungalow with high speed internet available open concept. Master ensuite, main floor laundry, large 2 car garage, new ready to move in. Hobby shop allowed. $319,900 MLS Great property on the edge of town, approx. 21 acres workable, the rest is wooded with a large portion of maple trees, 1.9 acres is inside an industrial designated area. $599,900 MLS

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Wendy Taylor Peak Realty Ltd., Head Office is pleased to announce that Wendy Taylor, Broker is now the Broker Manager at the Peak Realty Ltd. office located in Elmira.

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nice bAckyArd- Updated windows, refaced cabinetry. 3 bdrms plus 4th in bsmt, w/fin. rec rm.

Mls $274,900.

linWood- huge lot. Main flr. office & laundry. Large master w/ensuite.

Lge. deck. Shed. Mls $374,900

Two storey 3 bed and 3 bath room home on a half acre lot, open concept, high speed fibre optic internet available. $317, 900 MLS

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Saturday Sept 18 | 1-3pm 15 UNION ST., DRAYTON Bungalow with 2+1 bedrooms, 2 baths, w/partially finished basement with walkout on exceptional 85x132 treed lot with nice deck & fenced yard, updated windows, floors, paint & main floor laundry. MLS 1037111. Edith $208,000.

1350 sq. ft. bungalow with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, with large great room & entrance, eat in kitchen with lots of oak cupboards & walk out to deck, unfinished basement waiting for your personal touch. Nice lot with privacy trees and hedge at back & close to all amenities.

MLS 1034968. Kathy $236,500.

Large wooded lot. 2500 sq. ft. + finished w/o bsmt. Rear addition. Potential for in-law suite.

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bAcks onto fArMlAnd!- Open concept from maple kitchen to HUGE family room. 4 bdrms. 3 baths.

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florAdAle- Opportunity knocks! Business opportunity or storage. 2 bldgs w/approx. 4680 sq. ft.. Mls $214,900.

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Jacob Caldwell: Making a name for himself > CONTINUED FROM PG. 26 “Living History” is part of the Short Cuts Canada Program at this year’s TIFF, a program with the goal of promoting up-andcoming, as well as established, Canadian short-film directors and actors.

Short Cuts Canada began in 2001, emerging from the previous short films program at TIFF called Perspective Canada, due to the growing popularity of Canadian short films.

All of the films in the show must be directed

by Canadians, and they must be shorter than 50 minutes in length.

After that, the doors are wide open.

“Our programs include animation, documentary, experimental, narrative, horrors, westerns,” explains Short Cuts Canada programmer Alex Rogalski. “You name it [and] it’s been something we’ve looked at.

We really like to showcase how diverse the filmmaking quality is in Canada.”

This year’s festival features 40 short films

chosen from over 600 submissions.

“There’s no checklist,” when it comes to evaluating the films that are shown at the festival, says Rogalski, “but we do like to be sort of surprised. I don’t mean that in the literal, shocking sense, but it’s nice when somebody takes a story or a character and treats it in a way we haven’t seen before.”

Rogalski says he and the other program coordinators were drawn to “Living History” because of the unique way in which the director examined the father-son relationship in the film.

“It’s a multi-layered film in that it’s not just a straight-forward drama, there is quite a bit of comedic element to it. It’s set against the backdrop of a son and a father who are at that stage in their relationship where they are maybe not seeing eyeto-eye on everything, and they are finding themselves in this unique situation.”

TIFF is world-renowned for showing some of the best in-

dependent films, and Caldwell hopes his role in “Living History” will lead to bigger and better opportunities down the road.

“It’s going to be a good movie, I hope it does really well,” he says. “The TIFF is your spot to get noticed. You go there, and something is bound to happen. It might not be right away, it might be a year from now.

It’s a tough business because it does take a

while, but hopefully it does well and I get noticed.”

Caldwell isn’t sure what his future holds, but he does know that film is where he wants to make a name for himself. Before he became an actor he had plans to study film at Ryerson, but is ready should another opportunity present itself.

“If the acting takes off, you’ve got to stick with that. It’s a great opportunity.”

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Walking distance to all schools and new Rec Centre. This well maintained home is on a large lot, has beautiful mature maples, and a parklike backyard setting, with a lovely stone patio. Numerous updates including bathrooms, some windows, and roof. Come out and see this neat and tidy house, you'll want to move to beautiful small town Elmira. "A Great Buy"

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> HOCH, Rose mary â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Surrounded with love and her family, Rose Mary Hoch died peacefully at Heritage House, St. Jacobs on Thursday, September 2, 2010 in her 94th year.

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presents â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hope Festival in support of Leanneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Haven. 11 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10 p.m., Morningstar Acres, 1117 Snyderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rd. E., Baden. For tickets and more information contact Katherine Smart, 519-741-0094 or www.morningstarfm.com

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Annual Heidelberg Fun Day â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2-6 p.m. at the Heidelberg Community Park. Fun for all ages â&#x20AC;&#x201C; rides for kids, local bands, food and raffle. For more information contact Angela Burrill at 519-699-5417. th

SEPTEmbER 12 > Heading Home Trio, 7 p.m. Come

enjoy a beautiful evening of music ministry and worship. Waterloo North Presbyterian Church, 400 Northfield Dr at Westmount. A free will offering will be received. For information call 519-888-7870.

> Community Corn Roast 12:00 noon, at the Bloomingdale Recreational Complex.

Bring your appetite and a lawn chair!

Games for children. Community members welcome. Sponsored by Bloomingdale Mennonite and United Churches.

SEPTEmbER 15 > Wellesley Caregiver Education

and Support Group meets from 10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11 a.m. at the Wellesley Township Community Health Centre. Are you caring for a frail or elderly family member? Are you looking for information and resources that are available to you in your care giving?

Call Lorraine at 519-664-3794 for information on this new group.

SEPTEmbER 16 > Woolwich Caregiver Group 10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;

11:15 a.m. at the Health Centre in St. Jacobs. This caregiver session is open to caregivers of family members who

are ill or elderly. There is opportunity to give and receive support in an informal setting with others who are on a similar journey. Call Lorraine 519-664-3794.

SEPTEmbER 18 > St. Jacobs Mennonite Church

Chicken and Sausage BBQ â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:30 pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7pm. Adults $15, Children under 12 $7.50. Dinner includes chicken, sausage, baked potato, coleslaw, corn, dinner roll, pie and beverage. Proceeds to basement renovation. Tickets available at the door or by calling 519-664-2268.

> Woodside Grand Opening 10

a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2 p.m. Exhibition Floor Hockey Game with Sugar Kings vs. Elmira Special Olympics team.

Monster machines, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s carnival, free BBQ.

SEPTEmbER 19

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519.669.1535 KITCHENER

FREE CONSULTATION 519.744.9770 ELMIRA â&#x20AC;˘ Total Denture Care KITCHENER 519-669-1535 â&#x20AC;˘ Same Day Service519-744-9770 15 Memorial Ave., Elmira (behind Bank of Montreal) on Repairs and Relines â&#x20AC;˘ Metal Partial - Soft Relines â&#x20AC;˘ Implants â&#x20AC;˘ DENTURE SPECIALIST

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(Behind Bank of Montreal) KITCHENER

519.744.9770

29 Church St. W., Elmira

519.669.0799

> Hungrymanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Breakfast 8:30

a.m.-1 p.m. Presented by Elmira Legion and BMO Bank of Montreal.

All you can eat, Elmira Legion, 11 First St. E. Elmira. Proceeds to Kids Help Phone.

> Hiking on the Grand Valley Trail, Snyderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flats, 2 p.m. Join Alf for a two hour hike on the Grand Valley Trail at Snyderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flats near Bloomingdale. Meet in the parking lot of the Bloomingdale Community Centre at 103 Snyderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flats Rd. No dogs or baby buggies please.

New to the Community?

Do you have a new Baby?

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to call your Welcome Wagon Hostess.

Elmira & Surrounding Area

SHARON GINGRICH 519.291.6763

elmirawelcomewagon@sympatico.ca

SEPTEmbER 20 > Elmira & District Horticultural

Society presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;All About Bulbsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; with Mary Grad and Linda Barkovsky of Guelph and Wellington County Masters Gardeners. 7:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church Hall, Arthur St., N. Members free, visitors $2.

New members welcome. Info: 519669-2458.

519.669.2884 Summer is Here!

21 Industrial Dr., Elmira

SEPTEmbER 21 > Join us for lunch at Gale

Presbyterian Church , 2 Cross St., Elmira. We will be serving homemade meat and veggie lasagna, caesar salad, garlic bread and fresh peach cobbler for only $9. We will start serving at 11:30 a.m. and close at 1 p.m.

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Wise customers read the fine print: •, *, †, ±, ≠, § The New Fall Colours offers apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased between September 1, 2010 and September 30, 2010 from participating retailers. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. See participating retailer for complete details and conditions. •$19,999 Purchase Price applies to 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package (24F) only and includes $8,000 Consumer Cash Discount. $19,999 Purchase Price applies to 2010 Dodge Journey SE Canada Value Package (22F) only and includes $1,250 Consumer Cash Discount. See participating retailer for complete details. Pricing includes freight ($1,400), air tax, tire levy and OMVIC fee. Pricing excludes licence, insurance, registration, any retailer administration fees, other retailer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Retailers may sell for less. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on most new 2009/2010 vehicles and are manufacturer-to-retailer incentives, which are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. Amounts vary by vehicle. See your retailer for complete details. †0% purchase financing for 36 months available to qualified customers on approved credit through Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank, TD Financing Services and GMAC on most 2010 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram models, except Challenger, Caliber Canada Value Package and SE Plus, Grand Caravan Canada Value Package and Cargo Van, Sprinter and Ram Chassis Cab. Example: 2010 Dodge Journey SE Canada Value Package (22F) with a Purchase Price of $19,999 financed at 0% for 36 months equals monthly payments of $555.52; cost of borrowing of $0 and a total obligation of $19,999. Pricing includes freight ($1,400), air tax, tire levy and OMVIC fee. Pricing excludes licence, insurance, registration, any retailer administration fees, other retailer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Retailers may sell for less. ±Variable Prime Rate financing up to 84 months is offered on approved credit on most new 2010 and 2011 vehicles to qualified retail customers through TD Financing Services and Royal Bank of Canada. Bi-weekly payments shown are based on 84 month terms. Variable rate shown is based on TD and RBC Prime Rate and fluctuates accordingly. Payments and financing term may increase or decrease with rate fluctuations. RBC offer not open to Quebec dealers. TD offer is not open to residents of Newfoundland and Labrador, Yukon, Nunavut and Northwest Territories. Some conditions apply. See participating retailer for complete details. ≠Customer Choice Financing for 36-, 48- and 60-month terms on approved credit through TD Financing Services is available at participating dealerships to qualified retail customers on most new 2010 and 2011 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram models except Grand Caravan Cargo Van and Ram Chassis Cab. Vehicles are financed over a 36-, 48- or 60-month term with payments amortized over a term of up to 96 months and the pre-determined residual balance payable at the end of the contract. At contract’s end, customers have the choice of returning their vehicle through a Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram dealership with no further obligations (except payment of a $199 return fee and excess wear and tear, mileage and similar charges), financing the remaining balance for the rest of the amortization period at then-current standard rates or paying the residual balance in full. Some conditions apply. Customer Choice Financing in Quebec is subject to different terms and conditions. Examples: 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package (24F)/2010 Dodge Journey SE (22F) with a Purchase Price of $19,999/$19,999 financed at 5.99%/4.99% APR over 60/60 months with payments amortized over 76/78 months equals bi-weekly payments of $146/$138 and one final payment of $4,845/$5,273 for a cost of borrowing of $3,871/$3,259 and a total obligation of $23,870.01/$23,258.37. Taxes, licence, insurance, registration, excess mileage and wear and tear charges, any dealer administration fees and other applicable fees and charges not included. Retailers may sell for less. See participating retailers for complete details. §2010 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT/2010 Dodge Journey R/T AWD shown have a higher price than the 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package/2010 Dodge Journey SE Canada Value Package advertised. See your retailer or go to www.dodge.ca for complete details. ^Based on January through June, 2010 R.L. Polk sales total registrations. ®SIRIUS and the dog logo are registered trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC. Customer Choice Financing is a trademark ooff Chrysler G Group LLC.

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CANADA’S BEST SELLING MINIVAN FOR MORE THAN 25 YEARS

CUSTOMER CHOICE FINANCING %≠ $ @

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2010 GRAND CARAVAN SE STOW ’N GO ®

• Second Row fold-in-floor captain’s chairs • Third Row Stow ’n Go with tailgate seats • 17" Aluminum wheels • Power second row windows

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3.5L HIGH OUTPUT V6 24V MPI ENGINE

CASH DISCOUNTS OF UP TO $8,000

+Your local retailer may charge additional fees for administration/pre-delivery that can range from $0 to $1,098 and anti-theft/safety products that can range from $0 to $1,298. Charges may vary by retailer.

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