February 2014
Words from the Editor I have had great response to my plea for articles for the newsletter. Continue the good work. I may not use everything that gets sent to me but I certainly appreciate having information to put into the newsletter. Hope you all enjoy the new features in the newsletter.
I find I make errors occasionally but I am only human. I try to learn from my mistakes. Somehow I moved the Ste Anne Curling Rink to Richer last month-this month it is back where it should be.
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PVRA EXECUTIVE President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Noreen Watt 9 Nature Drive R5H 1H2 204-422-5765
Harry Minter 10 Village Drive R5H 1H4 204-422-9397
Marilyn Henderson 36 Village Drive R5H 1H4 204-422-6290
Jim Squires 31 Nature Drive R5H 1H5 204-422-5059
*********************************************************************** On December 31st, Myrna Mackenzie hosted a New Year’s Eve celebration. Great food and drinks were enjoyed by Rose & Bob Angell, Doreen & Frank Leys, Marilyn & Syd Henderson, Vida Bowyer, Jan Jannsen and Phil Savoie. The horse race game was a hit and we toasted the New Year in with champagne. Submitted by Marilyn Henderson.
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Paradise Village Singles Fourteen people braved the bitter cold to attend a delicious pot luck dinner hosted by Cynthia Cooke. We were pleasantly surprised by the attendance of Barb Crosby, a former Paradise Village resident. We celebrated the birthdays of Barb Crosby, Vida Bowyer and Ron Gunn. The next dinner will be held Monday, February 3rd at Joy Morrison’s. We welcome new single residents. You will meet friendly, interesting people and also enjoy a very good meal. There is no need to register or call ahead-just show up. Submitted by Larry Menec *********************************************************
Barb & Larry In deep discussion
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January Babies
Photos submitted by Ron Gunn
Do we have enough candles?
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Phone: 422-5985
Fax: 422-5325
Manitobans in Arizona This is an invitation to all Paradise Snowbirds that are wintering in the Yuma/ Mesa area. Don and I will be hosting an afternoon of visiting and potluck supper at our residence in Wellton, Arizona on Sunday, February 23rd beginning at 3 pm. Our phone number is 928-785-9256 so please give us a call for further details if you are interested in attending. Hope to see everyone.
Don & Gail Tulloch Lot #4, 29590 Los Angeles Ave Wellton, AZ 85356 ****************************************************************
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Additions or Changes to PVRA telephone and address book. If there are any additions or changes that you wish to have published please either email to pvra20@yahoo.ca or phone Eileen at 204-422-5059 ******************************************************************** Attention Paradise Village Residents The General Meeting for February will be cancelled , due to the Rec Centre being closed. I have spoken to Management and they advised me that the hall should be open by the end of April. Due to the late opening of hall we will have to find a venue to have our April General Meeting. When a location has been found, I will see that, the information will be posted at the mail boxes re: time and date. We are going to need a nominating committee, so please if anyone is interested and willing to be on the committee, call me at 422-5765. The nominating committee will be busy as we will need President, Vice-President, Secretary, Social Committee Convener and House. Remember please volunteer-this is your P.V.R.A. Exciting News!! Received a call from Ted Falk regarding the grants that we applied for. Both requests have been accepted. We will be able to purchase the new Gym Equipment and the Shuffle Boards Courts. P.V.R.A. has been granted over $16,000, hopefully we can have these in the Rec Hall late in April. A Big thank you to all who helped me with getting information, getting letters written and filling out the grant forms. Without everyone’s help, this would have not been possible. Noreen Watt President P.V.R.A.
Hours-Tues, Wed, & Fri 9 am-5 pm Thurs 9 am -6 pm Sat 9 am-3pm
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JIM or TIM HARMS Steinbach, MB. R5G 0H4 Call for a FREE ESTIMATE
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January Luncheon Twenty residents braved the cold weather to join us for a Delicious lunch at Rocco’s Pizzeria in Steinbach. Our guest was Pastor Ben who said grace before lunch. Submitted by Frank Leys
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Recipe Corner
Best Ever Bran Muffins This recipe strays from the typical “muffin method” but do not fear, it works! 1/2 cup soft butter plus 1/2 cup Crisco 2 cups lightly packed brown sugar 1/2 tsp salt 2 tbsp molasses 1 1/2 cup natural bran 2 tsps baking powder 2 3/4 cups flour 1 cup chopped walnuts 1 1/2 cups raisins 2 cups sour milk (add a tbsp of vinegar to sour milk) 2 tsps baking soda 2 eggs, very well beaten MethodIn a large bowl, cream butter and Crisco with sugar. Stir in molasses; Cont’d page 11
200 Highway 12 North Steinbach, MB, R5G 1T6 Phone: (204) 326-3451
Fax: (204) 326-6486
Toll Free: 1-800-876-6155
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Mix well flour, salt, baking powder with bran in separate bowl and add to creamed mix. (Mixture will be very dry at this point. Stir in raisins and nuts. Stir baking soda into the milk and add it to the dry mixture, stirring only until combined. Mix in the beaten eggs and spoon in prepared muffin cups. Bake at 350 F for 20-25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes then remove to racks. Makes 2 1/2 dozen Submitted Joy Morrison
Please remember to submit recipes to the newsletter. If I receive more than one in a month-the first one submitted will go in that month’s issue and the other will go in subsequent issues. All recipes printed here will be submitted to the Paradise Cookbook.
Ste. Anne Library 16 rue de l�Eglise
422-9958
Hours: Monday Closed Tuesday 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thursday 12:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday 12:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Sunday Closed
Gold-N-Memories Ltd. 204-326-3917 Clearspring Centre - Steinbach, MB
Free membership for the residents of Ste. Anne and Paradise Village. More than 22,000 books in English and French.
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Pat Porter Active Living Centre
10 Chrysler Gate Steinbach, MB R5G 2E6 Ph: 320-4600/Fax: 320-9098
Pat Porter Active Living Centre offers programs, activities, services and volunteer opportunities, striving to promote healthy and active living for older adults of the southeast region. We invite you to come and pay us a visit and consider participating in some of our programs. For more information call the Centre at 204-320-4600.
UP COMING EVENTS BINGO: We will are hosting BINGO nights on Tuesday February 4th and 18th. Doors open at 6:30 pm and the games start at 7:00 pm. Please feel free to call the centre at 204-320-4600 for more information. AFTERNOON COUNTRY JAM: Thursday February 20th from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm. Come out and listen to some good old time country music. The cost is $2.00 in advance for members, $3.00 in advance for non-members and $4.00 at the door. FEBRUARY POTLUCK: is on Thursday February 20th. If you know that you would like to attend please call ahead and let us know what you would like to bring. Call 204-320-4600. As always needed are: salads, casseroles, desserts and buns. Cost is $5.00. We will be ordering from Chicken Chef for our Potluck. FITNESS CLASSES: Low impact aerobics and strengthening fitness classes with instructor Shanley on Monday’s and Friday’s from 9:30am to 10:30am. Drop in fee of $4.00. P.A.C.E. PROGRAM: We are happy to announce that we will be offering the P.A.C.E. fitness program with our Urban Poling class on Thursday mornings. We will be doing a half hour of P.A.C.E. and a half hour of poling. Classes start at 9:30am. For more information call 204-3204600. OLD TIME COUNTRY DANCE: With live Band – Frazer River Boys – Friday February 28th at 8:00 pm. Tickets available at the center. Advanced tickets are: $10 for members; $12 for nonmembers and $14.00 at the door. Lunch is served at 10:00pm.
MONTHLY PROGRAMS Foot Care – The first Tuesday and Wednesday and third Tuesday of the month from 9:002:00 pm Run by a Professional Foot Care Nurse. Cost $30.00. Call us book an appointment. Computer Lab – Need help with your computer skills? Call the centre and make an appointment. Labs are 1 hour long and available every Wednesday morning from 9:00 am – Noon. Please call the centre at: 204-320-4600. Beltone Hearing – is the third Friday of each month – call 1-800-661-2653 for an appointment. Brain Injury Support Group Meeting – Monday January 27th at 7:00 pm.
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Weekly Programs Monday 9:30 am - 10:30 am – Low impact fitness class with instructor 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Drop in Pool 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Model Trains 1:00 pm - Canasta 7:00 pm - Tai Chi Tuesday
9:30 am - 3:00 pm Circle of friends 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Drop in Pool
Wednesday 8:30 am – 9:30 am - Urban Poling at Clearspring Mall 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Drop in Pool 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Cribbage 1:30 pm - Floor curling 7:00 pm – Old Time Country Band Practice Thursday
9:30 am – 10:30 am – P.A.C.E. Program and Urban Poling 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Drop in Pool 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Whist
Friday
9:30 am - 10:30 am – Low impact fitness class with instructor 9:30 pm - 3:00 pm Circle of friends 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Drop in Pool
Noon meals: available Monday through Friday cost $5.50 Call 320-4605 by 9:00 am to reserve your meal for that day. Purchase your meal ticket at the receptionist desk before noon. Monthly menus are available at the office, online, or in the newsletter. Bring a friend! Computer Lab – Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Cost $1 Lessons are every other Wednesday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm call the center for more information and to book your appointment Volunteer Opportunities include perogy making, decorating and setting tables, birthday party hosts, food preparation and serving, clean up, greeters, receptionists. Membership at Pat Porter Active Living Centre is only $25 per year. Memberships are due in January of each year. Membership is for those 55 years of age and older. Benefits include reduced program rates, a voice in business meetings, voting rights, and eligibility to serve on the board or committees.
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Never too cold for hardy pets and owners
PET CORNER
This will be a permanent addition to the newsletter, so all submissions will be welcome. Hints on care of pet Unusual pictures of Paradise Pets. Traveling with pets Are only a few suggestions
Submitted by Frank Leys
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Wanted - For Sale or Buy
GARAGE AND MOVING OUT SALE Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in February and March 10:00 am to Dark TOOLS
GLASS PRESERVING JARS CHAIRS
LADDER
GARDEN TOOLS Can be seen at 58 Village Drive or call 204-422-5857 For more information This column will be available to the residents for anything they wish to sell or buy.
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Manitoba has so many unique and pretty places. If you have visited any of these and have a story to tell about them-please write it up- such as the following story. Pictures also would be appreciated. Old Pinawa Heritage Park When we “retired” one of our goals was to visit Manitoba’s unique and interesting towns and historic sites . Places we didn’t “have time” to go to while we were working. One such place we have since visited is Old Pinawa Heritage Park located on Highway 506 near Pinawa on the Winnipeg River. It is the site of Manitoba’s first hydro electric station and was operational from 1906-1951. Many of the ruins are still there and have been incorporated to include walking trails with signage to explain the operation of the dam. There is something for everyone there. The history buff can marvel at the engineering feat it took to build the dam in a day and time where horses and man power was all there was. Throw a line in the river, have a picnic and enjoy the peace and tranquillity. Don’t forget your camera-the views are amazing. The only downside is the parking lot is a bit of a walk from the site so pack lightly.
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I am pleased to announce that we have a resident cartoonist who has agreed to submit cartoons monthly. Thank you Marvin Zubrin. Enjoy 17
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THE PARADISE VILLAGEAIRES Some residents of Paradise Village might not know that the village music group has been playing at the Villa Youville every Monday afternoon from 2-4 PM. When our hall closed for renovations we were offered the use of both the Villa and the residence hall on alternate Mondays for our jam sessions. We have been very well received by both the Staff and residents and they seem to appreciate our music. In the past we have entertained there on some Friday afternoons and the Entertainment Director offered us the use of their facilities while our hall was closed. A big Thank You goes out to both the Staff and the residents for making us feel so welcome. Our group has also played at a few senior's condominiums in Winnipeg for their Christmas parties both in 2012 and 2013 as well as filling in for bands in the area last summer while some of their members were on vacation. In all of these various appearances we were very well received by the dancers and listeners alike. We hope to continue our music as long as we can as we all enjoy doing this for anyone who will listen. We would also like to send out a big Thank You to all who came out in the past at our hall to listen and, at times, to dance to our music. We hope you return when the hall is again open for our enjoyment. Submitted by Martha Werry
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HEALTH NEWS Facts about H1N1 H1N1 influenza is a contagious respiratory disease that causes symptoms similar to those of seasonal influenza. H1N1 flu is caused by a virus and the influenza is spread from person to person when the virus enters the body through the eyes, nose, and/or mouth. Coughing and sneezing release the germs into the air where they can be breathed in by others. As well the virus can also rest on hard surfaces like doorknobs, ATM buttons, and counters. Anyone who touches these surfaces with their hands and then touches eyes, mouth or nose can become infected with the virus. Regular seasonal influenza is spread in much the same way. Symptoms of H1N1 flu are similar to those of seasonal influenza where one might experience body aches, chills, cough, fatigue, fever, headache, loss of appetite and perhaps a sore throat. The severity of symptoms can vary from mild to severe and may require hospitalization. If you have chronic medical conditions symptoms may be much worse. In 2009 there was a separate vaccine for H1N1 during the pandemic of that year but now the H1N1 strain is included in the seasonal influenza vaccine. If you routinely get the annual flu shot then you do have some protection against H1N1 but for those who never get the flu shot, you might consider getting it. It does take at least 2 weeks for the vaccine to be effective and the peak flu season usually occurs January and February. Antiviral drugs can be used to treat H1N1 flu symptoms especially for those who have moderate-to –severe symptoms. Anyone with underlying medical conditions such as diabetes or heart disease are at greater risk for influenza complications
Submitted by Gail Tulloch.
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February 2014 Weiner Roast Temp -6 January 11/14 Wiener roast was held at the fire pit. Doreen Leys made bannock which everybody enjoyed. A total of 22 people came and enjoyed the fire. We all sat around the fire and enjoyed each others company. Our special guest was Jan Janssen fom Evertsood, Holland (Europe). Watch for the next poster at the mailboxes. I have to rely on the weather Channel for the forecast. Therefore the notice is too short to make the newsletter. Hoping for the next campfire around Valentines Day. Submitted by Frank Leys
“Weenies” roasting on an open fire
Where’s ours?
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Photography by Ron Gunn
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February 2014 Las Vegas Most people go to Las Vegas for gambling however Don & I attended the Continental Cup of Curling from January 16th – 19th. It was a great event with the majority of fans from Canada and given the amount of green & white attire I think most were from SK but there were also many wearing Winnipeg Jet attire. While in Vegas we also visited Red Rock Canyon and Hoover Dam but the real highlight was the curling. Watching three games at one time was challenging at best but witnessing the interaction between teams provided great entertainment. Gail & Don Tulloch *********************************************************************
A little note to our to our dear Snowbird, Winter Texans and Island Bird friends- The only thing in full swing around here is snow shovels. The snow seems to be falling at least every second day and the wind has not been our friend as well. On the 15th I had to drive home from Winnipeg and I sometimes could not see ten feet in front of me because of blowing snow. Eileen
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Florida Calling: Best wishes to our Paradise Village family for a healthy 2014 from Ila and Brian Cooper in Zephyrhills. Tampa Bay and area has been experiencing several waves of very cold and sometimes freezing weather this past weeks dumped on us from Canada..had to cover plants….now we know what you folks are going through. Despite this we’re managing to enhance our suntans and continue to stroll the streets and fun spots in summer shorts and t-shirts. Last week we shared a fabulous dinner theatre experience with Carol and Fred Archambault at the ever popular Show Palace in Hudson. A sumptuous buffet and an electrifying live performance of “Guys and Dolls” kept everyone’s eyes glued to the illuminated stage as the veteran performers strutted their stuff to waves of audience applause. What fun! Meanwhile, it’s Strawberry Season in Florida and the local flea markets, car shows, and model railway exhibits are in full swing. The annual Kumquat Festival kicks off next week too. By the time we’re back from our cruise to Cozumel and Belize the Florida State Fair will be in full swing. More then. Hugs all.
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Special Notice If your name is missing off the birthday list, please call: Noreen Watt
204-422-5765
Shirlee Christensen 204-422-9501
Happy Birthday
February 1 Terri Foster 1 Naomi Daignault 2 Helen Mironuk 2 Joan Manzuk 3 Charmaine Mills 3 Jeannine Gauthier 3 Earl Tetreault 3 Judy Klaverkamp 4 Jack Poole 4 Barry Post 4 Don Murray 4 Rolande Boulet 5 Rene Dupont 5 Fleurette Tetreault 6 Robert Burfoot 6 Horst Mueller 9 Deborah Murphy 9 Vivian Deurbrouck 9 Dianne Napady 10 Jeanette Carriere 10 John Scott 10 Jan Serediuk 11 Theresa Bours 11 Lynne Manikel 11 Cathy Lounsbury 11 Loraine Trudeau 12 Linda L'Esperance 12 Bob Hicks 14 Horace Buors 14 Judy Morin
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Special Birthday A card was sent to Dave Deschamps Doreen Maltman Ilene Dufresne Jean Barnes
Jim Squires
14 Dave Deschamps 15 Joyce Meilleur 15 Thea Stone 16 Roger Defoort 16 Roger Forest
Happy Anniversary
16 Marlene Small 18 Debbie Prideaux 18 Don Tulloch 21 Steve Kereluk 21 Belanger, Gerri
In Sympathy
Gordon & Ida Schwab Ron & Elvina Gordon Ted & Sheila Vidler
Peter & Joan Manzuk Loss of Joan’s Mother Dolph & Geraldine Nobiss Loss of Geraldine’s Brother
22 Lillian Wright 23 Doreen Maltman 24 Ilene Dufresne 25 Linda Dupont 25 Peter Armstrong 26 Ron Leonard
Frank & Doreen Leys Loss of Doreen’s Brother-in-law Olga Baschak Loss of her husband
27 Sylvia Kuzyk 28 Jean Barnes
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Council Corner
At this time of year council is getting a clearer picture of our 2013 final expenditures and year end status. Our 2013 budget was set at $4,364,213.26 resulting in a mill rate of 8.72 mills. When the year end is closed we expect an excess of revenue over expenditure of about $200,000. This, coupled with a 5% increase in total assessment, will allow us to retain the 8.72 mill rate for 2014. The increase in assessment is due primarily to new development and not a reassessment of existing homes. A new total assessment will occur in 2014 and will be used in calculating the 2015 taxes. Assessment occurs every other year and is supposed to reflect current market value. Tax calculations often seem confusing so I will try to give a simple example. Firstly, on residential property, you pay on only 45% of the assessed value. So, on a house assessed at $200,000 you will pay on $90,000. With a mill rate of 8.72, the municipal tax will be 8.72x90,000 or $784.80. Last year the Seine River School Division mill rate was 15.54 resulting in a school tax of 15.54x90,000 or $1398.60 or a total tax of $2183.40 less the home owner school tax rebate of $700.00 or a net tax of $1483.40. Please remember that of your total tax the municipal part is about 36% and the remainder (64%) is school tax. The school board establishes its own mill rate. The provincial government has announced a gradual phase out of school taxes on seniors but the details are not yet available. Taxes are due October 31st but can be paid in full or paid on account at any time. To date we have been busy trying to keep roads clear of snow and to do sanding as possible. If you have any suggestions regarding services you would like considered or ideas on how to save money, your ideas are always welcome. If you have any questions or concerns, please call our office ( 9:00am – 4:30pm) at 204-4225929 or give me a call at 204-422-9327 at any time. Submitted by Councillor Laurie Evans RM of Ste Anne Ward 6
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Greetings from Vancouver Island Carole & I are enjoying our stay in Nanoose Bay, BC. This winter so far has been the warmest and driest since we have been wintering here. There has been only one storm, winds have been light, lots of sun, rainfall below normal, only a skiff of snow once or twice. Mount Washington just opened recently (around Jan. 14th) but ski conditions are not great. We took in the Butchart Gardens Christmas lights show, a must see if one has the opportunity. We have had a lunch or two with former Paradise Village residents Fred & Diana Zeggil and Terry & Pat Tutte. All the best and good health in 2014. Go Canada Go in the Olympics! Larry Trush
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Paradise Village News Village News Team: Editor
Advertising
Distribution (Summer)
Eileen Squires 31 Nature Drive St. Anne MB. R5H 1H2 Phone: 204-422-5059
Les Hooper 12 Harmony St. Anne MB. R5H 0A2 Phone: 204-422-8583
Gail Tulloch 14 Sunset Drive Ste. Anne, MB. R5H 1H2 Phone 204-422-9981
You can contact us via e-mail: pvra20@yahoo.ca : Drop off articles for the newsletter, pictures, etc. at 31 Nature Dr.
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Whist Jan 3/14 1st 2nd 3rd
Cribbage Jan 8/14
Barb Prior 145 Larry Menec 140 Jim L’Esperance 133
1st 2nd 3rd
Jan 10/14 1st 2nd 2nd
Russ Prior June Wyville John Perreault
Jan 15/14 137 136 136
1st 2nd 3rd
Jan 17/14 1st 2nd
Barb Prior 138 Jim L’Esperance 135
Jan 24/14 1st 2nd
Lionel Meilleur 952 Jim L’Esperance 949 Larry Menec 937
Jim L’Esperance 138 Barb Prior 137
Lionel Meilleur 952 Jakob Harms 933 Jim L’Esperance 919
Jan 22/14 1st 2nd 3rd
Jakob Harms 988 Jim L’Esperance 913 June Wyville 891
Bridge has temporarily been suspended as most of the players are away for the winter. For the few that are still in the Village we will try to get together for a friendly game or two.
New location Now Open
181 Central Ave Ste Anne MB (next door to grocery store) Manicures - Pedicures - LCN Gels Shellac Color Gels - Body Waxing
204-381-9096
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New Residents No new residents to report this month
The Barred Owl Lives on Our Walking Trails The adult is 40-63 cm (16-25 in) long with a 96-125 cm (38-49 in) in wingspan. Weight in this species is 500-1050 g(1.1 to 2.3 lb). It has a pale face with dark rings around a yellow beak and brown eyes. It is the only typical owl which has brown eyes; all the others have yellow eyes. The upper parts are mottled gray-brown., The under parts are light with markings; the chest is barred horizontally while the belly is streaked vertically. The legs and feet are covered in feathers up to the talons. The head is round and lacks ear tufts, a distinction from the slightly smaller Short-eared Owl, which favors more open, marginal habitats. Outside of the closely related spotted Owl, this streaky, chunky looking owl is unlikely to be confused over most of the range. The Spotted Owl is similar in appearance but has spots rather than streaks don the underside. Due to their fairly large size, the Barred Owl may be confused for the Great Horned Owl by the inexperienced but are dramatically different in shape and markings Submitted by Frank Leys
doug.rempel@century21.ca
http://century21steinbach.ca/
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Memories from a friend My Dad is cleaning out my grandmother’s house (she died in December) and he brought me an old lemonade bottle. In the bottle top was a stopper with a bunch of holes in it. I knew immediately what it was, but my daughter had no idea. She thought they had tried to make a salt shaker or something. I knew it was the bottle that sat on the end of the ironing board “to sprinkle” clothes because we didn’t have steam irons. Man, I am old. Submitted by Carol Derr Here are a few of things not seen now also submitted by Carol Derr Headlight dim switches on the floor of the car. Ignition switches on the dashboard. Trouser legs clips for bicycles without chain guards Using hand signals for cars without turn indicators. Coffee shops with jukeboxes Home milk delivery in glass bottles Party lines on the telephone Newsreels before the movies Peashooters 33 rpm or 45 rpm records Metal ice trays with levers Blue flashbulbs for camera Wash tub wringers (I remember all those things-MAN, I AM OLD!!! I also remember irons heated on coal and wood stoves and no electricity-Eileen)
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9-1-1 EMERGENCY INFORMATION “Municipal Road 39E” “Civic Number 45084” Your street address (Example - “8 Paradise Drive”)
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS RCMP - Steinbach
204-326-1234
Ste. Anne Police
204-422-8209
Hours: Mon - Fri
8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Weekends - same number but calls are referred to Winnipeg and re-directed to Steinbach. Emergency Fire or Ambulance
911
Health Links
1-888-315-9257
Ste. Anne Hospital
204-422-8837
Doctor on Call
204-422-5953
Seine Medical Centre
204-422-8811
Seine Pharmacy
204-422-8226
South Eastman Health
204-422-8817
Paradise Village Phone Numbers Office
204-422-8662
Office - Fax
204-422-9005
Emergency Number
204-371-7968
Rec Centre
204-422-6174
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Handy Persons to Call Wayne Pierce
Gerald Prairie
Commissioner For Oaths
204-422-6301
204-422-9116
Home levels, skirting, siding, repairs
Paradise Residences only Rob Edwards - 204-444-5733 Penn-Lite Electrical & Mechanical
Clean eaves trough, indoor or outdoor
204-326-3233
maintenance, trim trees, etc.
Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical Gil Ross - Ross Water Conditioners Ste. Marie Plumbing - Jim
204-422-9326
204-422-5352
Sales, Service & Installation
Cell - 204-371-6897
Cell - 204-371-6147
Plumbing, Water Softener, drains Jon Funk - Jons Deck Aid Les Whatford - Jock of All Trades
204-371-1632
Cell: 204-381-1387
New & Refurbished Decks; Home Repair
Home Maintenance & Repairs Water Doctor Plumbing Services Inc. Gerry Craig
Call Les 24 hours
204-422-8245 Cell: 371-9165
Cell: 204-381-1387
Electrician & Furnace Servicing Total Package Moving - Jim Harms
Kraf-Tech
204-346-0325
Paul Gauthier 204-422-9099
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The Paradise Village Christian Fellowship Church would like to invite everyone to our nondenominational service, every Sunday (weather permitting) in Richer at 10:00 am., in the Lud Hall. That is the smaller building next to the new Fire Hall. For those who will need a ride to come to church, please feel free to call either Dennis Hall at 204-422-9870 or Heather Burnell at 204-422-6484. Once the Rec Centre renovations are completed our Sunday Services will again be in Paradise Village Recreational Hall.
Live in Me. Make your home in Me just as I do in you. In the same way that a branch can’t bear grapes by itself but only by being joined to the vine, you can’t bear fruit unless you are joined with Me. I am the Vine, you are the branches. When you are joined with Me and I with you, The relation intimate and organic, the harvest is sure to be abundant. John 15:4-5
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Travel News
Airlines have little control over frustrating delays By Shirley Noel
For several weeks from the end of December to mid January there were an overwhelming amount of cancellations and delays in airports across North America and more so in the eastern portion. The media has picture after picture of frustrated people sitting in airports waiting for their flights to leave or be rebooked. There are many factors that lead to the decision of delays and cancellations when weather is involved and most of them are out of the airlines control. But there are ways to reduce the frustration. This is a perfect example of why it is important to have good travel insurance and know exactly what coverage you have as airlines are not required to pay for your accommodations or expenses when you are detained due to weather. Insurance coverage from your credit card or generic low cost insurance often does not include this coverage. A good insurance policy will cover your expenses daily while you are stranded in transit. When you have that many people delayed you can only imagine how many are looking for a comfortable bed. Hotel accommodations will be at a premium and when you are paying that out of your pocket that can add up quickly. A 3-5 day delay for hotel and food in these situations can add up to thousands of dollars and I have heard of some being as high as $4,000. Without a very good travel insurance that would be coming from your account rather than theirs. It’s also at times like these that the value of a good travel agent can be seen. While others are standing in long lines or waiting for hours on hold trying to rebook their flights, one call to your travel agent may be all you need. Your travel agent has the ability to rebook or at the very least will be in contact directly with the airline to rebook you on the next available flight. They can also give you direction on how to proceed with an insurance claim.
When weather wreaks havoc with vacation plans it makes us angry and we often need to direct our anger towards someone or something. I have included here an article written by a pilot to the Ottawa Citizen in light of these last few weeks and thought it was something all travellers should read. I am sharing this article as it sometimes helps to hear the other side of the story!
Airlines have little control over frustrating delays By Ian Rothwell, Ottawa Citizen January 13, 2014 Re: Stand up to airlines, rights advocate urges passengers, Jan. 10. I have been an airline pilot for more than 30 years and seen my fair share of delays. The reality is that the airline has little if any control over any delays at all. Air traffic control dictates the flow of aircraft to maintain safety and the airline has no control of it. The airport authority handles snow removal on ramps and taxiways and the airline has no control of it. The de-ice facility maintains control of the speed and metering of aircraft through the facility and the airline has no control of it. Catering, fuel, sometimes aircraft servicing are handled by third parties. Yet somehow passengers' rights advocate Gabor Lukacs and others seem to feel it is the airline's fault. My job as an airline pilot is to get people and their loved ones safely to their destination. It's frustrating for us also to be delayed but ultimately safety has to prevail, and if takes hours of delays to clean the runway, de-ice the airplane, move aircraft with positive separation through the Cont’d page 35
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skies, fuel the aircraft and make sure the airplane is fit to fly, then that is what has to happen. The airline has no control of it. I will say this, In Canada, we attempt to persevere through storms and keep things rolling no matter what the conditions. Our American counterparts, in turn, just close the airport to any traffic at all, and some airlines just cancel all flights for a few days and say rebook on their website. I am not sure which is the better philosophy but at least we try our best here. Imagine this: a bus pulls out of the bus depot in a winter storm on a one-hour journey to destination. The bus driver is on time and the bus is serviceable and ready for the journey. The driver can't turn left onto the highway because the OPP has shut the highway due to icing and snow squalls. The driver can't go straight ahead because the city has snow clearing operations in effect to remove excess snow and ice from the road. He has to turn right onto a toll road but because of conditions, they are only taking 50 vehicles an hour and there is more than 1,000 trying to get on. It's going to take more than 4.5 hours to get there. Is this the bus company's fault? Do we need a passenger bill of rights for buses in this case? Ian Rothwell, Ottawa Š Copyright (c) The Ottawa Citizen
Phone -204-422-8326 Cell - 204-791-8316 email- snoel@tpi.ca
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Pharmacie Seine Ste-Anne 422-8226 February 2014 Treating Dry Mouth Pharmacological treatments are available for dry mouth and can be divided into two categories: Topical agents (artificial saliva) Systemic therapy Topical Agents Topical agents are commonly recommended for the treatment of dry mouth. These products have chemical and physical properties which resemble those of natural saliva. Side effects are seldom seen with artificial saliva products and people with dry mouth should use the product as often as necessary to add moisture to the mouth. Denture wearers can apply the products directly to denture surfaces before insertion. Systemic Therapy Oral pilocarpine stimulates salivary flow for salivary glands. These glands are known to be rich in mucin, a component of saliva that acts as a lubricant and protects the lining of the mouth and throat. The adverse effects of pilocarpine are dose-related. Sweating is the most common side effect along with chills, nausea, dizziness, urinary frequency, palpitations, and gastrointestinal disturbances. Pilocarpine should not be used in patients with uncontrolled asthma, acute iritis or narrow-angle glaucoma. Pilocarpine appears to be moderately effective in relieving symptoms of a dry mouth. Since pilocarpine and artificial saliva work by different mechanisms, both can be used simultaneously to relieve oral dryness. Tips for patients with dry mouth Drink plenty of water to keep the mouth moist Chew sugarless or dry-mouth gum Suck sugarless hard candy Suck on ice chips or popsicles Apply lip lubricant as required Avoid alcohol, carbonated and caffeine-containing drinks Avoid taking over-the-counter products that can dry the mouth Avoid salty foods Use a humidifier or vaporizer to add moisture to the bedroom air at night Avoid dry foods such as cookies, toast and crackers, or soften them with liquids before eating Puree foods or try soft foods Protect the teeth by maintaining stringent oral hygiene. Use fluoride toothpaste. Visit your dentist regularly 38
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While staring at a monkey in the zoo, a pre-school student had a question “What does he eat?” The zookeeper rattled off a long list of foods that the monkeys were fed. “Where does he get his food from” asked the student. “Oh, just a regular supermarket” answered the zookeeper. The student wasn’t finished, “Well who drives him?”
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A farmer pulls a prank on Easter Sunday. After the egg hunt, he sneaks into the chicken coop and replaces every white egg with a brightly coloured one. Minutes later the rooster walks in. He spots the coloured eggs. He then goes out and beats up the peacock.
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The Story of a Bison Calf
Bison ranching has always interested me. Containing and managing these wild animals is not the same as cattle ranching. It must be quite a challenge. Mature bison can reach up to 6 feet, six inches tall, grow 10 feet long and can weigh over 2000 pounds. The heads and forequarters are massive and they have short, curved horns for fighting and defense; they don’t like fences and they can sometimes get belligerent. Friends of mine from Paradise Village told me of a couple, named Garry and Betty, who used to operate a bison ranch near Fraserwood, MB. One day during calving season they noticed two cows, lying side-by-side, giving birth to their reddish-brown calves. Everything went fine until both animals claimed one of the calves as their own, abandoning the other calf in the field. Seeing what had happened, Garry suggested to Betty that she should drive him out to the field, where he would rescue the calf by hoisting it into the back of their truck. But they would have to do it fast; bison, when provoked, can charge and even kill a person. Bison look big and cumbersome, but they are capable of jumping three-foot fences and running up to 35 miles per hour. If you see one coming toward you, look out! Sure enough, the couple rescued the calf - it was a female - and brought it back to their yard, where they got a large milk bottle and fed it formula. But as the days and weeks flew by, the calf grew by leaps and bounds, bonding as it did with the man and woman. It would go wherever they went , following them on their walks, sometimes jamming its great bulk between them. It was smart too, and it learned to come in the house by turning a door knob. Not the kind of animal you want lumbering around the house. And then it would wander into town by itself. The town residents, knowing who the bison belonged to, would phone to have it picked up. It must have thought itself as human. In the summer, Betty liked to suntan in the yard. When she did that the bison would come and lie down beside her. That was fine, but it was dirty and attracted flies; the flies would then land on Betty and bother her. Cont’d on page 41
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Cont’d from page 40 It also grew protective of the yard, and would paw the ground with its front hooves whenever the delivery truck would arrive with a load of feed. The delivery-man was even afraid to get out of his truck when he saw this cantankerous animal coming towards him.
Eventually, the ranchers re-introduced the calf, now nearly full-grown, back to the herd. Bison, except at breeding time, tend to divide themselves into male-bachelor herds and female herds with calves. The female herds are led by a matriarch.
Good news! The little calf that had grown up so closely with humans eventually became a successful matriarch of the herd. What an adaptive animal it had been.
Submitted by Jim L’Esperance
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Please patronize your advertisers in the
Paradise Village News Advertisers Name
Page
Advertisers Name
Page
Access Mobility & Healthcare Supplies
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Penner Performance Centre Ltd.
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A.H. Glass Service Ltd.
15
Pet Vet
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Amber Auto Service
35
Pharmacie Seine
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Anni Markmann Financial Services
14
Pic n’ Pay Shoes
5
B. Vermette Back-Hoe Service Ltd.
8
Pro Hardware
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Barkman Appliance Service
5
Royal LePage Riverbend Realty - Paul Hiebert
3
Century 21 - Doug Rempel
30
Reenders Square Eye Centre
7
Classy Cut ‘N Curls
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Richer Inn
4
Fiola Insurance Agency / Ste. Anne Sundries
6
Ross water Conditioners
25
Fresh Looks
31
Sainte Anne Physiotherapy
37
G.P. Mobile Home Services
31
Seine River Motors
9
Gold-N-Memories
11
Simply Connected
2
Harvest Insurance Agency
24
Slimline Sun Rooms
18
Jock of All Trades
19
Sobey’s
28
Jon’s Deck Aid
23
Ste. Anne Auto Body Ltd.
33
Keating Mechanical Service
43
Ste. Anne Chiropractic Clinic
25
Kraf-Tech
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Ste. Anne Co-op Oil Ltd.
29
Ledingham GM
10
Ste. Marie Plumbing
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Oakwood Golf Course
23
Taelor Made Nails
29
Paws Aux Spa
9
Ti-Beauville Inn
26
Penn-Lite Electrical & Mechanical
41
Total Package Moving
8
Penner Paint & Body Works
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Travel Professionals International - Shirley Noel
35
Uncle Jake’s Restaurant
5
Waldenway Canine & Kitty Camp Inc.
22
Water Doctor
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Volunteer Drivers
DRIVERS WHO PREFER TO USE THEIR OWN VEHICLE:
There are residents in Paradise Village who
Bob & Hazel Hicks 204-422-5790
may need assistance to get to a medical
John Sluis
204-422-4111 (summer)
appointment in Ste. Anne, Lorette, Steinbach Norm Cunningham 204-422-9177 (summer) Al Wastle 204-422-5275 (summer) or Winnipeg. Arrangements as to times and donations towards gas and/or parking are
DRIVERS WHO WILL USE EITHER THEIR
between the resident requiring assistance
OWN OR THE RESIDENT’S VEHICLE:
and the resident driver. If you require assistance, you may call a driver directly or
Ragner Erlendson 204-422-5844
call:
Laurie Evans
204-422-9327
Doreen Leys
204-422-8273
Syd Henderson
204-422-6290
Because drivers are not always available, we
Victor Loewen
204-422-6573
need to increase the number of volunteers.
Ursula Schlichter 204-422-4139
Pat Shaffer 204-422-5051
If you could help with this service, please call Pat or sign up at the Rec Centre.
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Monday
1:00 pm Bowling At Steinbach
10:00 am Paradise Village Christian Fellowship Church
Lud Hall Richer
24
1:00 pm Bowling At Steinbach
17 Louis Riel Day
1:00 pm Bowling At Steinbach
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Lud Hall Richer
10:00 am Paradise Village Christian Fellowship Church
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Lud Hall Richer
10:00 am Paradise Village Christian Fellowship Church
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10
1:00 pm Bowling At Steinbach
10:00 am Paradise Village Christian Fellowship Church
Lud Hall Richer
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February
.Sunday
7:00 am Woodcarving In Woodworking Shop
1:00 pm Curling Ste Anne Curling Club
8:30 am Coffee In Woodworking shop until further notice
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7:00 am Woodcarving In Woodworking Shop
1:00 pm Curling Ste Anne Curling Club
18 8:30 am Coffee In Woodworking shop until further notice
7:00 am Woodcarving In Woodworking Shop
1:00 pm Curling Ste Anne Curling Club
11 8:30 am Coffee In Woodworking shop until further notice
7:00 am Woodcarving In Woodworking Shop
1:00 pm Curling Ste Anne Curling Club
4 8:30 am Coffee In Woodworking shop until further notice
Tuesday
Garbage Day
Garbage Day
7:00 pm Cribbage In Woodworking Shop until further notice
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9:30 am Breakfast MJ’s Kafe 7:00 pm Cribbage In Woodworking Shop until further notice
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7:00 pm Cribbage In Woodworking Shop until further notice
12
7:00 pm Cribbage In Woodworking Shop until further notice
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Thursday
Garbage Day
Garbage Day
1:00 pm Mahjong In homes until further notice
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1:00 pm Mahjong In homes until further notice
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1:00 pm Mahjong In homes until further notice
13
1:00 pm Mahjong In homes until further notice
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Wednesday
Both in Woodworking Shop until further notice
8:30 am Coffee 7:00 pm Whist
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Both in Woodworking Shop until further notice
8:30 am Coffee 7:00 pm Whist
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Both in Woodworking Shop until further notice
Happy Valentine’s Day 8:30 am Coffee 7:00 pm Whist
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Both in Woodworking Shop until further notice
8:30 am Coffee 7:00 pm Whist
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Friday
1:15 pm - 3:00 pm Eastman Recycling At mailboxes 39N & 45E in La Coulee
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1:15 pm - 3:00 pm Eastman Recycling At mailboxes 39N & 45E in La Coulee
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