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1994
Orientation Issue
1994
SPOKE Vol 26, No. 28
Conestoga College, Kitchener, Ontario
A Where a student’s money goes after
September, 1994
new college year begins
colorful
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paying parking fees
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A look at what happened at Conestoga College during the summer Page 20
AFTEa With open arms
HOURS
College faculty and administration members gather on the ramp behind the Kenneth E. Hunter recreation centre at Doon campus, Aug. 5, to pose for a picture welcoming students
A guide to after school
entertainment
produced by semester three students
to
counsellor
building
is
.
student services
8.
Fred
manager
^jf^gdi^unity services 3.
Dan Young,
of bus^r of continuing education 5. -7 t...j 'ness 7. Patricia Trudeau, Boo '-ness arts 9- Bob
plied °^pp^be cenfej^t of learnii^l[^gpf HaniS.O!}^'''
.
F ,
j
King, counsellor
'aula
Feddema,
student
recreation
John MacKenzie, vice president of stObi^‘ f-rjapce an and human resources 13. Ken Beaver Foods 14. Kevin Mullan, vice president d administration 15. Joe Martin, chair of academic support 16. Marg Airdrie, continuing education rt. Pauline Winston, administration assistant 18. Sheila Macleod, liaison and information services 19. Barb McCauley, assistant manager of athletics and recreation 20. Melody Steinman, information services2l. Jennifer Leith, manager of liaison and information services 22. Duane Shadd, athletics and recreation. services 12.
Doon campus main
the
-
services 10. Linda Krotz,
Conestoga College.
Behind them
pages 13-19
Marie Fundak, administrative assistant 2. Marg^^'^"’ of athletics and recreation 4. Marilyn S/ack o lorony, cha/r Harry btavrou, Stavrou, LAbA LASA faculty b. 6. tdith Edith Tortny. I.
manager
Stiles,
and pond.
j)
(Photo by Nicole Downie)
Lineup
for
OSAP expected to be long
,
Major Lea^e Baseball piavers are overpaid and should not go on
^
^
Students should do less partving and concentrate on school if they wish to succeed..
Owniim a cat can
OSAP can avoid problems by reading the instructions carefully and
The at
first
few weeks of the
Conestoga’s
Doon campus
Stu-
dent-Client Services Building, said financial aid officer Carol Walsh. ;
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Roughly 1,500 students will be coming in to pick up Ontario Student Assistance Program funds in the first
week or two, she
said, so
“there will be line-ups and people | | !
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liven the
Page 2
fall
semester are expected to be hectic
filling
out the forms according to
the guidelines, said Walsh.
;
strike.
household.
hosts
first
Cambridge Reporter)
shinerama
Students just starting to apply for
PAGE ^
DSA
said.
By Frank Knobloch
OPINION
(Color separation courtesy of the
\
i
will
“There’s reasoning behind the reMost of the
quests on the form.
problems are caused because the student doesn’t complete the application correctly.
“Right on the
first
page
it
says
applications must be printed in
be turned away.”
We get them
we
Walsh recommends waiting a few weeks to collect OSAP for those who do not need their funds im-
black ink.
mediately, to avoid standing in
line.
the Ontario Ministry of Education
At Conestoga’s other campuses, OSAP funds will be dispensed at
only reads applications completed
the student services offices, she
get
them
pencil.”
in red,
we
in blue,
get them in
The computer system
in black ink, said
See
at
Walsh. “For sure. week, page 4
first
Fibrosis Foundation.
By Nicole Downie
Shinerama was started in the 1960s by Wilfrid Laurier Uni-
The Doon Student Association (DSA) is looking for volunteers
versity, said Ford. Students go to
to participate in its first annual
different locations in Kitchener-
Shinerama day Sept. 10 to
Waterloo and shine shoes or car
money “It’s
DSA
raise
for cystic fibrosis.
such a good cause,” said activities co-ordinator
Marlene Ford.
“It affects so
many kids and there’s no known cure for
it.”
Cystic fibrosis, a disease that attacks the lungs and digestive
system, takes the lives of more children and
young
adults than
any other inherited disease, according to the Canadian Cystic
windows for donations. The tradition is still going
WLU
and the Univerof Waterloo incorporate Shinerama events into frosh week activities. Ford said. Conestoga is the newest addition to the fundraising campaign. “This is a good way for Conestoga to give something back to the community and to the people Sec Shinerama, page 4 strong, as
sity
.
2 Spoke, September 1994
OPINION
SPOKE Editor:
Sean McMinn
Associate Editor: Mike Beitz Production Manager: Rob Heinbecker Advertising Manager: Rob Heinbecker Circulation Manager: Michelle Voll Faculty Supervisor: Jerry Frank
FflU.
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FOR TRULY Important 6ue$rioN$J
Baseball salaries can go a long way used to think $1 million a lot of money. If I
only had a million dollars,
By Mike
I
I could buy Wanted. Cars,
Beitz
thought to myself,
anything
I
A
boats, houses, big-screen tele-
— they could
visions
all
would donate some to charity, invest some in the stock market, spend some on my friends and relatives, travel the world, throw a I
very big party.
used to seem like a million could go a long way, but not anymore.
As the
the highest paid player in the
New York Mets
is
major leagues, Bobby Bonilla of
game of
paid $5.7 million a year to play the
baseball. In just one year, he earns enough to buy two million Big Macs, 285,000 music CDs, 162 fire engine red 1994 Chevrolet Corvettes, or 28.5 condominiums worth $200,000 each in downtown Toronto. And if Bonilla were a student at Conestoga College, his yearly salary would allow him to attend school for 9,500 consecutive terms without having to apply for OSAP. What is more important, Bonilla’s salary, and that of most major league players who earn more money than they should be able to spend, could be used for much more important things. Shelters and soup kitchens for the homeless could be expanded and improved. Hospitals could be better staffed and better equipped. More research could be done into the causes of cancer or AIDS. Five million dollars could go a long way. Hypothetically, Bonilla’s yearly salary would be enou gh to pay 1 90
workers $30,000 a year. That would mean 190 fewer people on government funding in order to It would mean 190 more peopjgjq
laid-off
rolls
^ work people
digni^ rolling.
for their families with
keep the econorm^ing those 190 The advantages of empK^^d on the salai^*^o^?^
money
who
who
rely
provide can spend
to
_]|'%'rd
increase
And that is jfcjiilifcrstrikingbaseii^-^^^O'’® player. I find it hard to be sympatm^^Eady and giv^dall players, simply because they earn too much little of it back. At $5.7 million a seas on, ti^?!nl« is costing Bonilla about $3 1 48 per working day, a pay most people would be happy to earn , 1
in a year.
Police, teachers, firefighters, cancer researchers and
even
politi-
more vital role in society and yet are paid a small fraction of what most baseball players earn. If I were a major league baseball player, I would find it difficult to cians play a far
defend myself against if
$109,000,
I it
critics
who
new
much
school
harder to get back
in.
The
'
demands of life and the expense of living can get you a ticket on a train
year, anxieties, hopes and
By Frank Knobloch
summer are still with many students returning fo college, and some are
taking a side track to Timbuktu
without the proper credentials.
mode. “Say, Elroy dude, let’s skip classes the first few days. There’s not much going on until next week anyways,” says Biff, a student returning for the final year of his program. “So you wannna take off, eh,” says Elroy, a first-year student and Biff’s best friend. They take off in Biff’s beat-up Datsun 510 to Club Moosehead, and they repeat the same scenario daily for the entire week. By the time the two wake up from their beer and party induced stupor, they are already trailing in their classes and studies. While they try to play catch-up, a few assignments are missed, and a few disgruntled professors are after their tender parts, in a manner of speaking. Christmas approaches, and Biff and Elroy are still scrambling, and exams are a week away. Who knows how they will fare, but odds are they might fail one or two exams. Christmas is over and Biff has failed three exams because of his lacklustre performance and the academic demands placed on him as a senior student. Disillusionment sets in and Biff says, “To hell with it. I’ll quit and try again in a year or so.”) I’ve seen where that leads. Once you are out, it is still in full
party
’
a
The perilous journey to academic t^es a myriad of twists and turns. It is a voyage to nowhere that some students take. It is best to take ruin
trip that leads to success.
Today’s employers do not take kindly to applicants in an interview who say, “I was going to finish college but it interfered with my party life.” After a string of rejections and a stint wktVi people,
it is
back to college,
time there
this
is
no time
tVio
you can afford
if
for partying because
You
cool to be constanly cashless.
pogey But
it.
it is
not
feel that society
is
pressuring you to perform.
sounds like a bunch of logical and boring stuff, but logic and determination that leads to success. I had a diploma from Club Moosehead as the best swiller of beer from here to Timbuktu. But even in that remote location, the employers said, “A diploma in beer swilling! Well I’m sorry, but we’re looking for someone with experience in computer assisted drafting. Perhaps you should try Club Mickey Finn. I hear It
it
..
is
they’re looking for a janitor or a floor sweeper.”
The Finn
is
not looking for labor
a service for that
— but they
— they have
hired
are looking for a book-
eeper with a diploma.
were earning the major league minimum wage of would be hard to justify going on strike.
love and getting paid for
it.
Not for
Household pets can bring he
a million bucks.
6:30 a.m.
I
the stairs in
coffee that
is
my
taken by surprise.
She wraps her svelte, wiry body around my bare ankle and digs in with her teeth.
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fit
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belly dragging along the linoleum
floor with every limp
The joys of being a
I
of
all
the love
will give us,”
I
and affection a cat said.
little
kitten has not only
livened up the home, she has
com-
changed it. There is a tension in the air now, for as you walk from one room to the next, you do not know when she will strike, or from which direction. Nor can you predict what part of pletely
the
anatomy she
will
used to live in peace
Now we
We' our home.
go
in
for.
owner.
way to the
Wall hangings are always tipped one side, dirty socks are dragged out of the hamper to be put on display near the kitchen sink, and brand new rolls of toilet paper end up in soft, squeezable piles on the bathroom floor. These are all habits that should be
There are
little
corrected, but every time
rips in the screens
all the windows where she hung with her razor-sharp claws, waiting
I
reach for
the spray-bottle of water she gives
me
a look with those huge, yellow
eyes and suddenly
I
am putty in her
hands.
No
matter
or
when
how much
I
search for
cannot figure out how she took control of us and
the answer,
I
our home.
We
are
no longer masters of our
own domain. But
live in fear.
of
take.
cat
to find their
to
Well, our
bloodline.
never make it to the kitchen, though. I step around the comer and I
seem
home
pockets between the sofa cushions.
stumble blindly
down
search of the thick, two-day-old
am
Letters to the editor
pellets
waits. It is
to a
life
sits behind a comer, unseen and unheard. She is crouched low to the ground, her ears back and her eyes wide. She has the patience and the heightened senses of a soldier on the battlefield. She
S
out of bed and
say sports figures are overpaid.
You certainly wouldn’t hear me complaining about playing a game 1
the start of the
students
to
exponentially.
Even
t
dreams run high. The heady days of
be
mine.
It
new
Partying snares
I was
with the
fear, the
and the mess also come the laughter, the fun and the joy. frustration
Cats are
full
of energy, curiosity
1
I
Spoke, Conestoga College, 299 Doon Valley Dr., Room 4B15 Kitchener ,Ontario, N2G 4M4 Telephone: 748-5366
months husband for
think back to about six
ago,
when I begged my
a kitten.
As and one
a child,
I
had always had a
cat,
simply could not live without our new home. “A cat will liven up the house,” I said. “Think I
in
for
someone
Out.
In.
to let her out.
Or
in.
Out. In ...
The decor of our home has also changed. We now have a wide array of paper and tin foil balls strewn artistically
pet.
on the living-room carstar-shaped cat food
And little,
and love, and they are
all
worth the
trouble they cause.
After all, what would I do if I walked in the front door after a long day at school and there was no little
grey furball flying
would be a
at
my
face?
dull existence indeed.
It
Spoke, September
Organization key to success for students during orientation week, says counsellor
T ry sports, say coaches
By Frank Knobloch
arc
on layoff and
campus
arc
all
experiencing tough times of their
A Conestoga College student service counsellor says the best
way
for students to adjust during orientation
week
is
through organiza-
own. Often students develop
remember
Pat Trudeau said, “I
tell
people to put
all
the informa-
She said she has offered an creasing
and put
forms of loss: loss of a relationship, loss of someone through death and what call loss of spirit. “I think that we’re dealing with heavier and more profound prob-
aside.
it
"Once you’re organized, spend some time Just walking, unencumbered by books and binders. Just
spend some time on a walkabout, to get the feel of
College
is
it,”
lems.
she said.
more demanding
for
students nowadays, said Trudeau. is
to their
It
advantage to use every
resource available to help them to
and
to survive” than
it
used to be,
she said.
harder and harder every
“It gets
year, because
if
a student
is
starting
It’s
students dealing with multiple personalities
and other tremendous ob-
“A
lot
the proverbial closet about abuse, assault, rape,
harassment and alco-
holism in the family,” she said. Counselling is a challenge, said Trudeau. “I’m always taking courses and picking up books so
be able to deal with
dered.
that I
be tough,” she said. Then there the
is
problem of those who want
summer
jobs, but just cannot get
one, said Trudeau.
The support systems that students could traditionally rely on have “frayed,” she said.
simply less of everything for students, and to top it off, said Trudeau, some students may have
There
is
I’ll
new problems
had never touched
in
my train-
ing.”
But students can overcome a lot of adversity if they follow a dream, she said. “If you don’t have a dream, develop one and keep it as your overriding vision. Then the knowledge and experience you gain
at
college will support that
dream.” Trudeau said students can get off to a good start by attending the student success series workshops, of-
does not cost anything
Pat Trudeau says orientation
play.
“As
week can be overwhelming.
your
athletic fee covers
(Photo by Frank Knobloch)
to
a full-time student,
your
cost to play varsity sports,” she
“Uniforms, team travel and accommodation costs are covered, so all you have to do is show up and play.” McCauley said all teams are looking for new players. Tryouts for men’s and women’s outdoor soccer were scheduled for Aug. 29 at 4 p.m. on the main soccer field. Tryouts for said.
of people are coming out of
then the chances of success are hin-
“We have students who are work-
It
.stacles.
out with a financial disadvantage,
ing full-time jobs. That has got to
represent the college.
not that there’s a hierar-
chy of problems, but we’re seeing
succeed, she said. “It’s harder to access college, to cope financially
you arc not sure about time commitment, talk to the coaches or athletic staff about academics and athletics.” McCauley said playing on a varsity team is a good way to make friends, get into shape and
1
fered for a $ 1 5 fee, through student services.
The workshops run during week (Aug. 29 to Sept.
orientation
2 ).
There are workshops on money and time management, on listening and note taking, on the computer, on returning to learning and many others that can increase students’ chances for success, she said. In addition to the workshops, students can access a variety of other aids through student services, said Trudeau. They can get help if they need peer tutoring, confidential counselling, housing information or access to information on the many other services the department offers, she said.
women’s
softball
arena.
Vince Alviano, a coach
women’s
soccer, said he
ing forward to the
“We
season.
want
to
for
look-
is
upcoming make it to
the Ontarios this year,” he said.
time to play on these teams, worry no more,” she said. “If
in-
students suffering from “different
Barb
new student and wondering when you’ll have
number of consultations to
tion material in order in a binder
says pro-
“If you’re a
college, said Tru-
are not going to be able to succeed.
being overwhelmed by that myself.
in,
co-ordinator McCauley.
a high
Doon
students try out for sports
they are interested
deau, because they are afraid they
tion.
1
at
staff at the
recreation centre hope
grams
level of anxiety during the first
month back
hockey are on Sept. 6 at 5 p.m. at ball diamond #1 and in the
By Nicole Downie Coaches and
who
parents
994 3
1
and men’s
Last year’s team went unde-
West
feated, finishing first in the
Division, and narrowly missing the Ontario championships.
Alviano said the team getting .some
come
highly
will be
new players who recommended by
their high school coaches.
Anyone
interested in playing
is
welcome, he said. “If anyone has any fears about academics,
we can talk to them,” he .said. “Tutoring is available to players,
and most faculty at the colwe go away to
lege understand
play other colleges.”
Ron Taylor, women’s
coach
a
successful season this
fall.
The team missed going
said.
for
“We
it
this
to the
“going to year,” Taylor
finals last year, but
make up
for
softball, predicts a
is
won’t quit
until
we
do.”
Taylor stressed that anyone
who is interested should come to tryouts.
Corrections Conestoga support staff stretched to the limit, says union on page one of the Aug. 2 issue, Ann Wallace’s name was misspelled. In the column Alcohol and academics do not mix,the last two sentences should have read: “What does alcohol have to do with relaxing? Does she not realize that when students go to a pub they do not drink tea.” Spoke regrets the errors. In the story
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Graduates help shape Canada’s By Frank Knobloch
backbone of Canada’s econand will help shape its future.
to the
That’s a big responsibility.”
omy
For that reason, it is important for Conestoga to set a high educational standard to meet the rapidly changing needs of the business commu-
Jennifer Leith said, “We’re creat-
The manager of liaison and information services at Conestoga College says graduates will be integral
says manager of
future,
ing people for the
community
that
are going to better this country.
Once graduates leave
the college,
it
important they
have the tools for the job, she said. As for secondary students who cannot meet the college’s criteria for the programs they choose, Leith said, “I think we have a very big responsibility in bringing them up
The secondary school system has been criticized for the quality of its graduates, she said. "Are we going to sit around and complain about the poor quality of students, or are we going to do something about it? “One of my philosophies in life is that you don’t blame others,” she said. “Never explain, never blame. That means we have to take on
may include pro-
responsibility that
of liaison
and informational services. (Photo by Frank Knobloch)
Shinerama
money
to raise
us.”
affected,” said Ford.
The day begins at 9 a.m. with a free pancake breakfast main cafeteria at Doon. Buses will pick students up at 1 0:30 a.m. and take them to different locations in Kitchener and Cambridge. in the
A
free pizza lunch will be provided by Dominos pizza, and at 3:30 p.m. students will arrive back at the college for a free barbecue.
By 6 p.m.
the
money should be counted and a presen-
tation to the local chapter of cystic fibrosis will be
made. Ford
“Odds
said.
are, participants are
out of
First
to
make friends and They can get so
it.”
week
From page
going
will
be
hectic,
says financial aid will
1
Walsh
said students
must present
the pencil or red ink are not going
a social insurance card, a signed
go through the scanning pro-
registration form, a photo identifi-
to
cess.”
Often, students experience delays in
receiving
have
left
OSAP
because they
“Then it can take another six weeks before the application is prosaid.
cessed.”
OSAP.
She said the registrar’s
down
office tries
OSAP
not taking all of the money at the beginning of the school year, she said. “We can always hold up funds for them.”
“The average debt load of dent taking three years
Computer services give
and
has to be it’s
funding for
$1 8,0(X).
The student
is
now, especially the younger
stu-
There are few changes to for the
fall,
full-
college,” said
at the
Leith. That is accomplished through a variety of methods, she said. It involves networking with the community, high schools, holding special events, scheduling tours, circulating college publica-
tions and handling inquiries through the information centre.
The department has
main
.three
One
objectives, she said.
is
to gen-
to
fill
those programs.”
She cites “finding a balance between the customer and the college” as the most difficult task for her department. “Customer service and customer satisfaction is the key element
in
why we’re
here.”
Information services deals with
customers “on the front line,” said Leith. “Liaison officers are the proactive force. They’re the ones that go out and search for potential clients. The people at the information centre are the re-active force.” She said
up
when
clients start calling,
ada student loans and Ontario side.”
less
from the
vide the same positive response
more
“I’m Conestoga through and through,” said Leith. “I see this as
to increase the
is
field.
a better choice for people.”
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TUTORS HAVE SAID
disks.
5)
Make
sure the correct printer
6)
Learn
how
7)
Use
is
selected.
By following correct procedures, damage to printers and computers can also be avoided, he said.
8) Don’t shut off a computer in the middle of a program. Follovv the proper exit sequence. 9) Don’t run transparencies through LaserJet
Don’t drink or eat in computer labs. 2) Don’t put a floppy disk in when powering on. In the boot phase, it will wipe out the floppy. 3) Make several back-up copies of your work and
printers (they melt
)
floppies.
The
college’s
like double-sided, double-density
the print preview and save your
1 0) Don’t ing bins.
It’s
dump
work
and damage the printer). trash into computer paper recycl-
not environmentally friendly.
When
save often.
to recover files.
the waste paper goes through the recycling
process, and trash the landfill.
is
found,
all
of the paper goes to
is
that liaison officers offer in the
*
dents will receive more from Can-
it
to information services to pro-
“Get
vide an awareness that will gener-
The second
we’ll develop specific
short-term strategies and initiatives
community and pro-
I’m aware of right now is the split between Canada student loans and Ontario student loans. It’s going to be a 60/40 split, which means that stu-
computers.
Use only high density
time programs
“Then
said.
that
before printing.
4)
The mandate of liaison and information services is to “generate a
she said.
“The only change
Conestoga College programmer/analyst Wayne Hewitt of computer services recommends these tips to help students avoid problems while working with
computers don’t
with the right attitude,”
OSAP
students to use network
tips for
By Frank Knobloch
1
at
said Leith.
dents.”
a stu-
maximum
the road. They’re only look-
ing at what they feel they need right
prudence and responsibility in spending their OSAP funds. “There are workshops available during the first to stress to students
should contact the registrar’s of-
must have a valid social insurance number, must have lived in Ontario for more than a year and must be a Canadian citizen or permanent res-
you look
if
hard for students to see that far
Students can take the option of
To be eligible for OS AP, a student
are serious business
paid back, she said. “I guess
for
week of registration on budgeting.”
Walsh.
Loans
government income when applying
students are unsure about any
fice, said
Walsh. after graduation
areas on the application form, they
If
come out owing
cation card and proof of earnings or
out information or sup-
plied incorrect information, she
officer
the bank $18,000 after graduating,” said
ident, she said.
challenge that can be overcome
specific information.”
much
1
that’s a
Conestoga is working to address the problem with secondary gradu-
they don’t have to pay for food or gas.
From page
and
ate subsequent requests for
Shinerama is a national campaign, involving universities and colleges across Canada. Ford said it has been tough for Conestoga to get started this year, because the event is dominated by the two universities. But the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has helped Conestoga by providing suggestions and training. “We may never be in the ranks with the universities, but we’re going to try. We’ll start little and some day, it’ll be a big Conestoga College event,” Ford said. Ford added that universities have the advantage of Student residences being located right on campus, so it is easier to round up volunteers. “They get all the donations and the media coverage, and we’re the new kids on the block. We don’t want to step on their toes and we don’t want them to step on
confirmed accep-
tance.”
that have a shortage of students, she
to deal with,
need.”
for cystic fibrosis
to the point of
world, there are just challenges that
you have
out there in the
we
applications and the
to “nurture those applicants
also has the task of filling programs
erate information requests.
develop-
is
the
in
and working with them
ing their students to a level that
manager
“There are no problems
actively going to the school boards in
number of third
Liaison and information services
learn study skills,” she said.
pool of qualified students for
to speed.”
Jennifer Leith,
by offering pre-technology programs and pre-health sciences programs “to allow these students to get a taste of college life and ates
nity, she said.
is
liaison services
Gained confidence in myself Satisfying seeing the improvements in student’s marks Great experience
Information and applications available from student services Application interview deadline Sept. 27
spoke, September
ucation, said Randall, writes a
who
program between the University of Waterloo and Conestoga College is
He said students in math and science do not consider journalism as
UW
attend university through different joint programs, Randall replied: “1
for
the Kitchener-Waterloo Record.
in
dents will have the opportunity to
also
column on computers
the joint journalism
Interest
do not see why
is
it
not a possibility,
as long as they (college students)
computer pro-
Neil Randall said the university
who
are interested in taking the
meet the requirements.” However, he added that he does not anticipate it happening soon because of individual college and uni-
had sent out one round of applications in late April for students and
joint
program
versity problems.
‘quite high” says a
who
lucrative a career as
professor
gramming.
on a joint college-university committee. of English
sits
received approximately 20
Randall explained that students
will only accept
15
principal of
able to
all
the
UW
program
is
at
Conestoga’s journalism program currently consists of 4 1/2 semes-
those from engineering, the major-
of the students interested are
ters in class
arts pro-
term.
The university wanted more interest from students in math and science programs, to produce
gram
and a two-month work
Asked whether or not college
Conestoga employee
campaign
Doon campus that has a Amanda and a descrip-
throughout
A
seven-year-old girl’s fight
picture of
The headline “Hello, my name is Amanda.
tion of her condition.
home”
says,
said Janet Zilio, an
em-
seven years old, and I am dying of cancer. Can you please help me?” Zilio said the Clements need
ployee of Conestoga College’s finance department who is helping
I
money and search for bone marrow donors who could help the raise
am
youngster.
“You
think to yourself,
it
could be
your children or somebody that you know that has this problem,” she said, explaining
why
she .wants to
“The more people that the more chance Amanda has of help out
.
help Cambridge resident Amanda Clements. Although Zilio does not know or her parents, Bob and Sue Clements, she said she is will-
living.”
.
.
.
— Janet
Amanda’s
Zilio
money
to give to the
start testing
Red Cross
to
for a possible bone
called the Philadelphia
marrow donor. “The more money they have, the more people they can test. Without the money, they can’t test, because the Red Cross doesn’t have enough
some, needs a
money
life.
Amanda, who has acute lymphocancer of the blastic leukemia blood
— and a
—
chromosome Chromobone marrow transrare
plant to increase her chance of
to test all the people,” said
Zilio.
According
survival.
costs about
UW
joint journalism program with Conestoga and is a sign of the co-operation between the two schools. (Photos by Rob Heinbecker)
worked
said he
three
months laying
work
for an articulation
for
the ground-
with a U.S. university
articulation.
A joint
program
when
program involves a
dent from university
the
changed its dean and all work went “down the drain.”
istitution
college while
the
versity.
save
to
There are two different types of program co-operatives: joint and
over again,” he said.
McGregor
life
of
girl
still
enrolled in uni-
$75 per person.
Zilio said she first started helping the
Clements around mid-July by
donating money. “I contributed a
but
I
number of ways,
hadn’t pounded the streets.”
Now Zilio said ter she
she hopes the
let-
has sent out will get people
’
s
attention.
“I thought the more people that help out, the more people that can give us 50 cents, $1, $2, whatever, the more chance Amanda has of living,” she said.
The
letter also asks for
people
who are interested in being a bone marrow donor to call the Red
to Zilio, the testing
All the
collected by Zilio,
money
and others who have chosen to help Amanda, will go to the Unrelated
Bone Marrow
“Amanda now,” said doing
is
because
Registry.
is
the
Zilio.
example
right
“What we’re
canvassing on her behalf Amanda has a one in
750,(X)0 chance in finding a bone
(Photo by
her fight against leukemia.
marrow donor.”
ri::''"
Upper
level
of Conestoga Recreation Centie
Full)'
licenced under L.L.B.O.
SERVING LIGHT MEALS & SNACICS
OPEN DAILY
MI
# ny bubbles iba
stu-
attends
with leukemia
mv.
rey
who
Cross.
Amanda
ing to join the battle for
.
.
stu-
joins
against leukemia has “sort of hit
to start all
.
Zilio has distributed a letter
By Sean McMinn
Michigan.
months and suddenly it collapses. If you are in the midst of negotiations and there is a change in the administration, you find you have
term.
journalists with a well-rounded ed-
The
“So often with these kinds of agreements you can work three
For university students, the prowill be condensed into three semesters and a one-month work
grams, he said.
programs between Conestoga and other institutions, such as the business co-operative with Northwood University in articulatation
count for five credits or one term.
avail-
students, except
coming from English and
Doon campus,. McGregor has negotiated many
Conestoga. Their year in Conestoga will
program.
Even though
ity
university for their second year of
study and then spend their third
“It is a fairly
negotiate
accepted, they will remain in
year
university students per semester into the
UW.
complex process to these agreements through,” said Grant McGregor,
If
sponses.
Conestoga
apply during
will
their first year of study at
re-
994 5
program launched
Joint journalism By Rob Heinbecker
1
up f(X the McTear, from Doon’s sports camp, warms contest at Doon blowing gum bubble Blowout Bubba (Photo by Mike Beitz)
M
11:00 A.M.
TO
11:00 P.M.
CATCH ALL THE ACTION
ON OUR SPORTS CHANNELS
CllKCK US OUT!!
Sean McMinn)
6 Spoke, September 1994
Health services provides more than bandages By Mike
Having someone
Beitz
also go a long
For most students, September means waiting in long lineups at the bookstore, scrambling to find classes, coping with an onslaught
of
new
faces and worrying about
shrinking bank accounts.
lifestyle choices.
“For a
lot
of students,
time
said.
“One of the
they have
it’s
their
away from home,” she
first
is in
biggest problems
time management.”
She said many students suffer from stress due simply to a lack of sleep and poor eating habits. These, Fischer said, are significant health
can
alleviat-
ing stress, said Fischer. She added that health services is
regarded as a
“very caring, very helpful area” where students can feel comfortable discussing health concerns. “I
But Marilyn Fischer, the health nurse at Doon campus, said new students also face other problems which may have an impact on their health, such as stress and difficult
to listen to
way toward
do feel
like a
mother to some of
these students,” she said, “and that’s all right as long as they
know
I’m not really their mother.” She said that students are often not given necessary information regarding their health when they leave home, and that information is hard to find in the community. “In many cases, I’m bridging the
community,” said Fiif I don’t have the information, I know where to get it.” She said she expects an average of 60-70 students to visit health sergap
the
in
scher.
“And
concerns. “Their parents aren’t here telling them to go to get
vices daily at the beginning of the
enough rest, and often nobody is telling them to eat proper meals.” She said that, in many cases,
drop to about 30 students per day. “We certainly encourage students
health services takes over that role
we’re here for.” She said students don’t need an appointment to see
by providing counselling on issues like proper diet and nutrition. “It’s just a matter of letting them know that I’m here if I’m needed,” said Fischer. “And sometimes I can give helpful hints about food preparation or the things students should be eating.” Fischer said she advises students suffering from stress that, in addition to proper diet
should
try to get
and
some
rest,
they
exercise.
“If they can’t get to the recreation
fall
semester, after which
(Illustration
courtesy of Weight Watchers)
about things like birth control. Students do require an appoint-
ment
to see Dr. Jodi
LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRES
Wang, Boon’s
family physician, Tuesday and Fri-
day mornings. In cases of an emergency, however, no appointment is necessary. In May, Wang and Fischer were joined in the health services office
by Karen Parrinder, Boon’s health
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what
her unless they require counselling
retary, replaced
it’s
usually
to visit health services. That’s
even a 20-30 minute walk is helpful,” she said. “When they
centre,
it
Parrinder, a certified medical sec-
who
Audrey Ruther-
retired in
May
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leisa at
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Get Involved! be an
ICE We
Bernie Wheaton, of Calcuim-Sealing-Cracks Inc., enlarges a crack Doon parking lot #1 to fill it with molten rubber.
in
BREAKER need you
for...
(Photo by Rob Heinbecker)
Parking fees cover repairs By Rob Heinbecker
Orientation Parties and Events
dollars to change the rates they
To change all four new rate would cost the college
charge, he said.
Tired of paying annual parking fees?
Would you
own
space outright? That could
like to
buy your
work out to abouta $750, according to director
of physical resources
David Putt, who calculated the cost based on construction expenses creating lot 1 2 beside the Detweiler Centre.
to a
$13,000
who have
to
taining the lots are equally
mon-
strous, said Putt.
This
said.
The
cost of a single
space in a parking garage the size lot 1 2 would be between $7,000
of
and $9,000, said
Putt.
Paid parking at Conestoga College began in 1 985, with daily parking fees at
50 cents and yearly
fees
$60. The rates remained un-
changed
was
until
1990 when parking
raised to $1 daily and in 1993
and $115 yearly. “All we are trying to do is cover
to $2.25 daily,
.
.
.
parking
lot;
lege earmarked
in
instead, the col-
money
Be Prepared for Line-Ups!
for crack
WHEN can
Putt estimated there would be
1
Doon
alone, and that Lot
WHERE do
cheaper” than letting them get so bad that the college would have to parking
Putt,
who added
lot,
I
pick up
Aid Office located
in
the Registrars Office
that cracks are
the Student/Client Services Building
only a part of the maintenance expense. Light upgrades, snow re-
moval and storm water removal
WHAT
are
constant expenses.
my
a fine edge in that
must provide documents I
to pick
Your signed
registration form
pay for parking”,
said Putt, but the parking lots have
•
Your Social Insurance Card
and the projected costs for the
be there and they have to be upgraded and maintained. Putt scoffs at complaints from people who say there is free parking at Fairview Mall. Parking costs are included in the cost of everything you buy at the mall, he said.
•
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Parking fees are normally raised annually between two and four per cent, but
because of PST and
GST
being added, the rates took a “quantum leap” by 15 percent in 1993,
Another big expense is the maintenance of the “ticket spitsaid Putt.
ters”, since
it
costs thousands of
nobody
likes to
up
loan
are
we
future year,” said Putt.
to
He
must cost the mall $500,000 per year to keep lots up to date. estimated that
•
Proof of your
summer earnings
or
Government Income *
it
*
OSAP NOTICE FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE ATTENDING GUELPH STRATFORD OR WATERLOO CAMPUS Your funds
will be released
by the Student Services Office at your campus.
Message from the Resident the start of a new academic year, filled with expectations and high hopes. are entering Conestoga College for the first time, I welcome you. If you are a returning student, welcome back. Conestoga's faculty and staff hope that this is a productive and enjoyable year for you. Certainly, yoiu main reason for being here is to gain a high quality, career-related education. I urge you to apply your energy and best effort towards attaining this goal. Your success here can be the first step to a rewarding future for you and for the community, which will look to you for skills and leadership. Remember, however, that much more is available to you through the Conestoga College experience. Learning goes beyond the classroom and laboratoiy; what you learn about yourself and others is equally valuable. I encourage you to be an active, contributing member of the Conestoga community. Consider involvement in varsity and intramural athletics, student government, club activities, recreational events or peer tutoring. You will gain important human relations skills, and make Conestoga a stronger, more vital place for us all. Please accept my best wishes for the coming year. -President of Conestoga College It is
If
my OSAP?
Your funds are released by the Financial
said
in
“You walk
registration
form and begun classes.
2 could cost up to $30,0(X). Repairing cracks is “a hell of a lot
totally rebuild a
my OSAP?
Once you have signed your
nearly 20,000 feet in cracks repaired at
pick up
I
•
the costs of the present year in
Conestoga has not put
repair.
12 would cost over $381,750, excluding lighting and storm drainage
he
new
a
he
the first year in three,
is
said, that
To construct a lot like parking lot
at
Contact the DSAfor more information Today
tain peirking,” said Putt.
pay them, but the costs of upgrading and main-
costs,
Shinerama
$14,000 he added.
Since 1985, Putt said, the college has taken in $3,085,7 1 8 in fees, and has spent $3,047,872 on parking lot maintenance. “Sure, we have taken in a lot of money, but it costs us a lot to main-
Parking fees may seem monstrous to those
to
you
John
Tibbits
8 Spoke, September
994
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A THLETICS (greetings! On behalf of the Athletics and Recreation department staff, welcome to Conestoga College. Whether you are a student who is here for the first time, or whether you are returning, I think that you will be impressed by the exciting athletic and recreation activities available to you this school year. It is our firm belief that being involved in our program will be of benefit to you. Involvement will help you to maintain your fitness level, and involvement gives you opportunities to relieve stress that may build as a result of your academic workload.
We urge you to get involved as a player and/or a supporter of our varsity Condors and to take advantage of our intramural/ex*
tramural or our instructional program.
We also urge you to make use of the facilities of the Conestoga Recreation Centre. We look forward to seeing you involved in ouf programs. Dan Young Manager, Athletics
and Recreation
Your Athletics and Recreation Staff Lynda Carmichael
Receptionist
Paula Feddema
Administrative Services Co-ordinator Receptionist
Lisa Keithlin
Head Bar Tender
Susan Ludwig
Assistant manager. Athletics
Barb McCauley
and Recreation
Doug Perkins
Athletic Officer/Therapist
Duane Shadd
Campus Recreation Supervisor
Doug Watson Dan Young
Equipment Room Assistant Manager, Athletics and Recreation
RECREATION CENTRE The Conestoga Recreation Centre Facilities *
Double Gymnasium with: 2 Single Gymnasium
As a student member of the Recreation Centre you
may take part in:
*
A Fitness Gym with:
2 Stairmasters 2 Windracers
2 Basketball Courts 3 Volleyball Courts 8 Badminton Courts
Gravitron Universal Gym 1
1
Pek Deck *
Privileges of Membership
and Friday 11:30
am - 1:30 pm
Indoor Running Track
2 American-Size Squash
400 Metre Speedskating
Courts
Oval
am and 4:40 pm.
Free Public Skating Tuesday 11:30
am -
1:30
pm
Sunday 2:00
pm - 3:00 pm
Free Squash Court with 7
day advanced booking privileges.
*
An Olympic-Size Arena
*
4 Lighted Tennis Courts
*
Condor Roost Pub
*
*
3 Softball
4 Horseshoe Pits
Soccer Pitch
Hours of Operation Till April 30, 1995
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 10:00pm Saturday and Sunday, 12 noon Closed on Holidays
Free Fitness Classes Monday to Friday 7:15
*
Diamonds
Free Shinny Hockey Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
-
6:00pm
Free Gym use during unscheduled time
Reduced Rates on Community recreation programs
Free Intramural League Participation Special Rate on
Gym
and Arena Bookings. your
simply present For access to the Recreation Centre reception desk. student card or membership card at the ovaiiabie for use during your stay by request-
Locks ore ing one from the receptionist.
10 spoke, September 1994
COLLfQc
A THLETICS Inter-Collegiate
be offered in the Conestoga Varsity /Inter-Collegiate program for students who wish to compete in the O.C.A.A.'^^^ (Ontario Colleges/ Athletic Association) and C.C.A.A.(Canadian Colleges Athletic Association). All tryout dates are listed below:
The following sports
will
LOCATION(DOON)
SPORT
COACHES
TRYOUT DATE
Men's Outdoor
Geoff Johnstone
Soccer
Rookies-Mon. September 29 Veteran-Wed. September 21
4:00pm 5:00pm
Main Soccer Field Main Soccer Field
Women's Outdoor Geoff Johnstone
Monday, August 29
4:00pm
Main Soccer Field
Tuesday, September 6
5:00pm
Ball
TIME
Soccer
Women's Softball Ron Taylor
Diamond #1
Men's Hockey
Ron Woodworth
Tuesday, September 6
5:00pm
Arena
Women's Indoor
Geoff Johnston
Monday, January 2
5:00pm
Gym
Geoff Johnston
Tuesday, January 2
5:00pm
Gym
Soccer
Men's Indoor Soccer
1.
ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
2.
Scholarships are available in each Varsity/Inter-Collegiate sport. Every athlete is entitled to apply for a scholarship in their sport. A selection committee will be reviewing all applications in October 1993. If you need further information or for an Athletic Scholarship Form, drop in to the Recreation Centre and ask your Coach or call extension 270 or 386.
Deadline for application submission
is
Friday, October 8, 1994. Get your application in early!
$$$ PART-TIME JOBS $$$ Varsity Athletics Timekeepers (September through March) Requirements:Taping skill and Sports: Varsity
Hockey and
5. Student Athletic
Positions available starting in January
own equipment.
Fastball call
Doug Perkins ext. 484
Assisting with scheduling, running special events and other related duties.
Honorariums
Varsity Sports: Soccer (men's and women's). Softball (women's) and 6.
Hockey(men's) Required: Interest in sports, public relations
wish to obtain First Aid certificate. For more information call Doug Perkins
^
S.Intramural Referees/Scorekeepers (men's / women's/ co-ed leagues) Sample Sports: Touch Football, Softball, Indoor Soccer, Contact and Non-Contact Hockey, Ball Hockey, Broomball, Ringette and Basketball.
Training provided, hourly rate for all positions. Intramural programs run Monday to Friday, 4:00pm to 11:00pm.
Duane
(ext.
for these positions. Call
Duane
at ext.
in-
385)
7.
and tournaments 385
Recreation Centre Receptionist
Requirements: good typing and public relations
skills,
ext. 484.
and Convenor positions
volve:
Assistant Trainers
Call
Committee (SAC)
skills.
Recreation Centre Concession Attendent (part-
time) Requirements:
Good
organization and public relations skills
Recreation Centre Fitness Instructors (part-time) Requirements: Good organizational and public relations skills 8.
9.
Recreation Centre Maintenence (part-time)
Requirements: Reliable, flexible, and have good public relations skills.
Video-Grapher for various scheduled events Requirements: Taping skill and own equipment
4.
For information caii 746 -3512
f.
Spoke, September 1994 11
r
[
A THLETICS STSSICXK.
It
Intramurals
-
Get Involved- Sign Up AS An Individual Or As A Team!
Up Start
Activity
Sign
Co-ed Slo-Pitch
Tues. Sept. 6
Captains Meeting
Play Starts/Time
Details
Wed.
Mon.
Min. # of players: 8; Min. # women: 3 Bond: $25 cash Championship Oct. 19/20
5:00pm Rec Centre Classroom Sept. 14,
4:30pm and 2
Sept. 19,
Diamond #
1
of
Playoffs begin Oct. 17
Co-ed Touch Football
Thurs. Sept. 15, 5:00pm
Tues. Sept. 6
4:30pm
Bond: $25 cash
Championship
Rec Centre Classroom
Co-ed Slo Pitch
Tues. Sept. 6
Extramural Co-ed Touch Football
Min. # of players: 8 Min. # of women: 4
Tues. Sept. 13 Thurs. Sept. 15
Tournament Tues. Sept. 6
Tournament
Thurs. Sept. 15, 6:00pm
Fri.
Rec Centre Classroom
9:00am
Oct. 14 to
Oct. 20
1st practice set at Sept. 15
6:00pm
meeting. Played against other colleges.
Officials *
Meeting
All teams
Thurs. Sept.
must send a captain or a team representative
8,
4:30pm
to the
scheduled meeting
(as listed
above)
NOTE: Sign-ups will take place at Doon cafeteria one week prior to all events.
Extramurals Extramurals are one day tournament format events, they are designed to allow participants in our Intramural program to compete against Intramural participants at other colleges. As well, pre-selected teams from Conestoga attend tournaments hosted by other colleges. Even if you are not involved in an intramural activity you can still get involved in any extramural tournament! For a complete directory on Extramural tournaments. Host colleges better yet, stop by the Recreation Centre and ask for Barb.
etc.,
please call 748-3512 ext. 386
and ask how you can get involved. Or
Co-ed Touch Football
Co-ed Volleyball
October 14
October 19,
Recreation Centre
Contact Hockey
Sam - 6pm
Sheridan College
February 10 Recreation Centre
Co-ed Volleyball
Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Basketball April 7 & 8
February 10
Sheridan College
Recreation Centre
YOU BE THE
REF!
STUDENT ATHLETIC COMMITTEE(S.A.C.) These students are your representatives to Athletics and Recreation.
We are looking for: Intramural referees Score Keepers.
Time Keepers
Greg BeraJody Girodat-
Ken MilneJarek NargoskiPaula SossiJeff Javes-
Earn some $$$ while you go to college
Eletrical
Enineering Technician
Nursing General Arts & Science Program Met. Auto. Mech. Tech. Accounting Accounting
the College. S.A.C. is made up of students from various programs at They are hired to assist Athletic Staff with all Intramural /Intercolleoverall Athletic giate programs and are a very important part of the
Program.
... to offer a variety of extracurricular activities the year, designed to allow students, faculty, staff, Recreation Centre members opportunities for fun, and
The S.A.C. works hard throughout
When: Thursday September 8,
Alumni and
at 4:30pm
Where:
THE RECREATION CENTRE
well-being. If you to enhance social, psychologicaland physical on how to get involved year the throughout time any questions at any as a participant, organizer, specxtator etc.
help you get involved, you'll be glad you did! Call 748-3512 ext. 286 or 710.
Ask Us! We can
have
'
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Conestoga College
CONESTOGA COLLEGE ATHLETICS &
Recreation Centre
-
Programs
Instructional
RECREATION
&
Instructional Programs are offered by the Athletics Recreation Department. All programs are run on campus at the Recreation Centre.Activities are available to anyone, and as Conestoga Recreation Centre members or students - prices have been reduced to
Community
Programs for Adults and youth. fit your budget. Check out our There's lots to choose from. For more information or to register, call the Rec. Centre today- 748-3512 or Ext 386. Fall '94
^ Instructional Programs Fall 1994
INTRODUCTORY TAE KWON DO LESSONS: Join us in the program as an introduction to Tae as well as a consultant who is highly qualified.
Adult
Kwon Do Instructor has a Black belt
Where: Conestoga College - Recreation Centre Dates: Mondays, October 17 - Monday, December 5 Time: 6:00 - 7:30PM Cost: $59.00 - Recreation Centre - $25.00 - Students
“«
Members
,
SELF DEFENCE - FOR WOMEN:
TAI CHI: improve your fitness level, strength and flexibility and your mental wellness? Then come and experience this gentle form of oriental exercise, meditation and self-defence through an introduction to Tai Chi.
Would you
like to help
This self-defence program is offered for women to introduce various martial arts forms such as striking and grappling, escape and general self-defence techniques will be introduced as an awareness for protection.
Where: Conestoga College-Recreation Centre Where: Conestoga College - Recreation Centre Dates: September 24 - November 12 (Saturday mornings) Time: 9:00-10:30AM Cost: $59.(K) - Recreation Centre $25.00 - Students ** Register
by Sept. 6
to
Dates: Thursdays, October 6 - Thursday, November 24 Time: 10:30 - 12:00(Noon) Cost: $59.00 - Recreation Centre Members - $25.00 - Students
Members
ensure your spot in the
class.
BADMINTON INSTRUCTIONAL CLINIC
**
YOGA: introduction to Yoga, this program is suitable for men and women of all ages and This course will teach you how to relieve stress through various techniques as well as methods of relaxation and ways to improve a healthy mind and body.
As an
Get into the swing of it, and join our O.B.A. Certified Instructor for an evening of beginner instruction. Come out and learn about the game of badminton and practice your forehand and backhand, as well as other skills or just join us for an evening of exercise.
skill level.
Where: Conestoga College-Recreation Centre Date: Friday,
Where: Conestoga College - Recreation Centre Dates: September 24 - November 12 (Saturday mornings) Time: 10:30 -12:00 (noon) Cost: $59.00 -$25.00
"
** Register
by Sept. 6
to
-
Recreation Centre Students
-
10:00PM
Cost: Free
-
Recreation Centre Members/Students $10.00 - Non-men\bers
-
Members **
ensure your spot in the
class.
November 18
Time: 7:00
Must pre-register before Friday Nov. 4
**
INDOOR GOLF LESSONS;
WEIGHT TRAINING CLINICS:
Join us for our indoor lessons for the
Here's a great opportunity for men and women to learn the proper technique for weight program which will allow maximum training.-Participants will be shown a complete progra benefits and an introduction on how to get started on your own program for your
fall
]
help you
•
is
limited.
Where: Conestoga College - Recreation Centre Dates: Tuesdays, October 4 -
Where: Conestoga College - Recreation Centre
** Must pre- register for both clinic dates
-
$150.00
see dates above. **
-
Students
Dates: Runs on Mondays, Wednesday, Thursdays and Fridays (October 3 - April 13)
you would like to begin your own personal weight training program - then register now for your private, 45 minute weight training consultation (proper diet and nutrition
Time: 11:00
If
can also be discuss^ during this). Sign up for your personalized program at the Recreation Centre - front desk - you can pick the time that suits you and our consultant, but you must book in advance.
Cost:
AM
-
Members/ Students
1)
Dates: Runs on Tuesdays (October 4 - April 11) Time: 11:00AM - 1:00PM (^Cancelled on: Dec.27)
Cosh $2.50/person (*Free 2)
Youth Programs COMMUNITY YOUTH PROGRAMS FALL
1994
P.D.
17. Teens will learn the proper techniques weight training and will be introduced to the safe use of various weight training equipment
For children ages 5 to 12. Another P.D. Day! Don't worry - let your child experience a fun and fully - supervised day of activities at the Conestoga College Recreation Centre. The day includes sports activities, crafts and much more. All P.D. Activity Days are run by qualified staff.
ACTIVITY DAYS
September 6,
12:30
-
5:00pm (1/2 day)
November 4, 9:00am - 4:00pm December 1 & 2, 9:00am - 4:00pm
YOUTH FLOOR HOCKEY LEAGUE For children ages 8 to 12. The Youth Floor Hockey League is designed for boys and girls. Players will be assigned to teams based on age groups. Referees will be assigned to all games.
Saturdays from 9:00am -
Noon irea
.
.
$50 per player(includes free team shirt) Registration deadline; Fri., Sept. 2
YOUTH INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE
For children ages 9 to 13. One clinic only. Don't miss out Register early! Instruction includes introduction to the game _ of Ringette, e, proper technique, and basic Ringette rules. The clinic is run in by qualified instructors. On-ice instruction and in-class included. sessions are '
25, Jan. 1)
skly Game times will be rotated weekly.
RINGETTE INSTRUCTION CLINIC
'
to students)
Dates: Runs on Sundays (October 2 - April 16) Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM ^Cancelled on: Nov.20,27, Dec. Cosh $2.50/ person (*Free to students)
TEEN WEIGHT TRAINING
Saturdays from 1:00 -2:00 pm September 24 to November 12 $59 - Recreation Centre Members $70 - Non-Members
—
PM
*Note: Dates Cancelled: Oct.10, Nov.ll, Dec. 15,16,26,28, 29,30 and Feb.lO
An additional charge will be added for follow-up visits.
For teens ages 13 to
1:00
$3.00/person (*Free to students)
PUBLIC SKATING:
Where: Conestoga College - Recreation Centre
for
Skating
ADULT SHINNY HOCKEY:
WEIGHT TRAINING/HEALTHY LIFESTYLE CONSULTATION:
Cost: $27.00 - Recreation Centre $32.00 - Non-Members
November 29
Time: 8:00 -9:00PM Cost: $186.00 per person
Dates: Saturday, Sept. 17 (Registration deadline: Sept. 3) Saturday, Nov. 19 (Registration deadline: Nov. 5) Time: 9:00 - 12:00 (noon) Cost: $27.00 - Recreation Centre Members - $15.00 - Students
.
.
.
Children must wear full equipment including CSA approved helmets and face masks and bring their own stick. Sunday, September 18, 12:00 - 4:00 pm. $50.00 per child Registration deadline: Fri. Sept.2
NOTE:
and continue
you improve your game. Sign up early, space
individual needs.
Note:
**
Supervised Arrival: 8:00 - 9:00am Supervised Departure; 4:00 - 5:00pm $15 per child per day, $10 per child per half day $25 for two children from the same family Registration deadline: 5 working days prior
For children ages 8 to 12. Have fun and join our Youth Indoor Soccer League! Players will be assigned to teams based on age groups. Referees will be assigned to all games. If you are interested in coaching a team please let us know.
The following popular programs are again offered at the Recreation Centre. Youth Karate Youth Self Defence Saturdays from 1:00 - 4:00 pm Children's Learn to Skate P.D. Day Youth & Junior Shinny October 1 to November 12 Hockey Game time will be rotated weekly, $50 per player (includes free team shirt) Registration deadline: Fri., Sept. 2
Spoke, September 1994 13
-fter iHours
F
Bi
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1
-
1
The joumaCism students 'yuide
1
to after
school entertainment
Produced By the semester three joumafism students
1
1
Between the Page 16
Country line-dancing" tial
Boots, buckles and the banal
-
-
Meet
the quintessen-
Bud-Man
By Patrick Tighe "Sky-diving (almost)" Wettlaufer's
-
— A first-hand look at country linedancing
A beer break saves Dan
life
By
Patrick Tighe
By James Leduc a
It’s
Page 18
-
Wednesday
night and cars
crowd
the lot at the Polish Legion on Welling-
"The Princess Theatre" - For those who want an alternative movie-going experience
By Ralph Meier
ton Street in Kitchener.
I grab a notebook camera. Car keys disappear into the pocket of my bluejeans. The night air
and
hot and heavy. The sweaty denim
is
"Yuk Yuk's" - Get drunk and watch Canada's young comedic talent
my
grabs uncomfortably where
sticks to
it
the skin. I’d prefer a pair of shorts, but
‘when
By Maria Wareham
A
Rome’
in
as they say.
scattering of card players and bored
gossips turn a suspicious eye to the
Page 19
A sudden hush settles uncomfortably on the room. Faces stare with the kind of disgust and fascination stranger at the bar.
"The Golden Kiwi" - If you wanna go where everybody knows your name
usually reserved for a display of particu-
By David Carlton
larly nasty roadkill.
"The Huether" - Good food, good beer, good pool, oh yeah, and strippers too
with
Page 20 "Pub Crawl"
-
See
my
goatee and ponytail.
The men
By James Leduc
downtown Kitchener on
a
Friday night with "Drinkin' Buddy"
Apparently I don’t of a Polish war veteran
much
look like
sit
stiffly,
oblivious to the
muffled strains of steel guitars and screeching fiddles polluting the air around them. Above their heads a dull, irregular rhythm raps across the secondstory floorboards.
By Pete Smith
“So. Where’s the line dancing
at?’’
The
question, having already been answered,
Page 21
falls stupidly
"The Rocking Horse"
-
Spend your
OSAP
The bartender
on
my
mouth.
builds nickels into neat
up.
By Brenda Boomer
“Go out that door. There’s a light in the
Camping" - Avoid the 'drunk yahoos' from summertime
"Fall the
hall
.
By Dan Wettlaufer
I
I
am,
I
slip discreetly past swirling
corner.
I
make
Rock.” Enthusiastic stomps and claps
home
spins.
if
necessary.
Overhead, ceiling fans spin lazily. Soft
room snap back
to
trouble to hang crepe paper bells
is
not
in
editor of the supplement for
— something
that
would make
this a
in the cafeteria,
supplement
to
remember.
journalism students would say,
“Remember the silly bastard that jumped out of the plane because he couldn’t come up with something interesting for the supplement?” Dan and I could see students trembling with fear when trying to come up with ideas to top ‘Wettlaufer’s Jump.’ Dan had been on edge for two weeks thinking about life. “I’m only 20 years old and this is the first time I’ve had to think about death,” said Dan. I shouldn’t have asked him for his stereo. I only include myself in this because I would have felt guilty as
had Dan been killed, or hurt. “Anytime you leave the ground there is a chance that you will crash into it,” said Jeff Gummell, owner of the skydiving school. My only part in this adventure was to get a free thrill-of-a-lifehell
in
exchange for a story about
this
skydiving school.
Students could have benefited from Dan’s experience and it is a relatively cheap thrill after OSAP has dumped thousands of of skydiving.
(photo by Pete Smith)
dollars into your
memorable
the mili-
on speed.
bank account.
part of college.
It
smile widely, others look help-
lessly
from
Continued on page 14
the course description
Leduc
Years from now,
jumps
The dancers move with
tary precision of a regiment
the glitter ball and to drape paper steam-
after the story that
of the
speakers set high on the far wall
punctuate intricate footwork and athletic
back. Whisky, $2.50. Beer, $2.50.
We stumbled onto the idea while reading an old issue of Spoke we had worked out the details. We were going
agony
Two
blast out a little ditty called “Hillbilly
A
my
and within minutes
feels the
country linedancing.
small comfort and a reasonable cab ride
parachute.
Dan
cou-
a note of the cash bar at
September I tried to do somehad not been done before. One of my classmates, Dan Wettlaufer, had the courage to do the unusual. He wanted to accomplish a feat that many people would not attempt. Dan volunteered for an assignment that would have made this Journalism class supplement unique. He was prepared to put his life on the line in order to get the story. Dan was going to jump out of a plane at 3,500 feet. He would, of course, wear a
can’t swallow!
to wall. the floor, cowboy boots click and shuffle through the jerky ballet that is
towards more adept neighbors for direction. Remarkably, the entire group
thing different
I
from wall
On
Some
K.
Dan
ers
over the room. Someone has taken the
behind me.
time for
forth,
colored lights cast a dull illumination
Death As
back and
at his
the door, and hear the
By James
shuffle
thank him, take two steps out
he says, speaking to the change
life
At the top of the stairs sits a large hall. Tables and chairs flank each side of the improvised dance floor. Wallflower that
Go left at the light and up the stairs,”
fingertips.
women
(photos by Patrick Tighe)
ples and find a free chair in the back
towers of silver and doesn’t look
little
off-track betting
from
At the Polish Legion in Wellington, men and learning the fine art of country line dancing.
would have been
the
most
The limelight would have been all Dan’s if he had made the jump but through no fault of his own it was cancelled. It was something he had always wanted to do and people know Dan lives on the edge. Unfortunately the story was a bust because of bad weather and
a bit
We were advised by the staff advisor at the time to ‘forget We were told was part of being a journalist. Easier said than
beer. it’.
it
done because Dan had the story within i
n front of h is eyes
.
his grasp
and
it
fell
apart
~
After taking the required eight hours of classes and passing the exam, we figured the jump was a go. Dan was ready to do something that goes against every human instinct willingly leap into the abyss. The jump was cancelled because of the weather and rescheduled for the next day. The winds were too strong and Dan would not be able to control his direction or his rate of descent Lack of direction could be disastrous landing in a tree or worse, landing on hydro wires. “It’s a remote possibility but the danger is there,” said Dan. “A strong wind, over 25 kph, would speed up descent, and impact with the ground could cause broken limbs.” The next day the winds were calm and Dan once again prepared himself to jump. My girlfriend, Marie, and I met Dan with cameras ready. The most memorable moment of this affair occurred when Marie asked the white-faced Dan how he felt. “I can’t swallow!” he croaked. Maybe it was a sign from above because Dan was denied the thrill for a second time in as many days. We were 20 minutes late getting to the airfield and the pilot and jumpmaster were shutting down the plane. There is one rule that must be followed when skydiving even one beer grounds the operation for 12 hours. The owners had called it a day and were relaxing with a cold one. Dan might have been saved by a timely glass of beer.
—
—
—
14 Spoke, September 1994
A first-hand
look at country linedancing
stands motionless as he talks them through successive eight-counts.
the floor clears. Panting, sweaty
tering hole.
Ballet, they blaze along with the
His audience seems to have no problem following the arcane language of the new dance.
energy of a Vegas chorus line. Before long, I crack a cheesy
heel together
Continued from page 13 of nearly 60 maintains its poise. Lacking the grace of the Joffrey
smile as
own
its
my
foot starts tapping out
Now
finishes to the
before the next country pied
piper starts up.
During the break, a solid-looking guy in his 40s comes to my table and introduces himself: strong handshake, thick moustache and
cowboy. He
well, a
like,
wears a simple, white
t-shirt,
heel together
heel heel.
—
— —
Then
scissors
The
at the
bartenders, having spent the
10 minutes debating, in Polish, over a new bottle-opener rush to fill last
the music starts again, one bar-
while the other lines up the labels
The
on the pop
quintessential
‘Bud man’
them of their sense of wonder. Or perhaps they’d like to be downstairs
playing cribbage rather than
dishing out refreshments to these
Twenty minutes later the crowd sways and swaggers to an Alan Jackson tune. Lee continues his coaching from the stage, his voice sometimes reduced to a breathy whisper by his own aerobic work-
urban cowboys.
Lee finds
Most of the dancers follow along
Some
his
way back
“The ones that’s les.
in the
white
t-shirts
May
two-four weekend, in Nashville.
We
familiar with the program.
a carnival ride and can’t decide
tell
‘Bud
man’.
Roger Lee began the weekly linedancing program after leaving the Stampede Coral several weeks ago. Unhappy with the terms at the Coral, Lee struck out on his own.
He choose
Legion hall as his new venue because it met two imthe
they’re thrilled or terrified. There are a few minor tangles, a few mangled turns, and a few frustrated frowns. Still, no one seems willing to
A his
steps.
man in own arthritic take
He moves
with delib-
erate care in his pale blue short set
offers free instruction to a
and matching shoes. His wife, the
tioned and had a
It
90 each week and numbers to swell afsummer.
crowd of 60
to
with the white patent leather belt
good exercise.” few minutes later, he’s up on
don’t
three minutes, fell into a giggling
tiated
The Nashville Network
car-
program nightly at 7 p.m.) Our group knew more dances
and steps than the people there,”
Lee continues matter-of-factly. Lee rounds up the latest steps from other instructors on his visits to the southern U.S. where
a dozen or so seniors and a large
evening’s crowd.
the
Some have em-
braced the western motif in their
many
with appreciative applause.
dress,
Wearing a microphone headset, he walks the crowd through the Chatahoochie Hustle. The crowd
seems to be the only dress code. Another song, this one praising ‘high-stepping rednecks’ ends and
haven’t. Comfort
A change
the fall, we’ll
have more than a hundred for sure each week.” “People are going to come out because it’s fun. It’s not hard to pick up. You don’t have to be a great dancer. Everyone’s welcome and you’re not embarrassed if you make a mistake because everybody does. Even I screw-up,” he says with a big toothy smile.
“And you can always have fun with the ones that are good dancers.
of them and wrong move on purpose to get them guessing. Of course a few drinks and you’re making mistakes anyway. ’’Lee’s comments underline two refreshing phenomena I like to get in front
make
a
had already noted myself. First, the dancers hardly seem self-conscious. Some of their dance num-
you won’t eye anywhere. There
is no attitude to stomach, no sickening narcissism. These people have come together to have fun. It’s a nice change from the snottiness of
the local flesh-markets.
Secondly, alcohol factor here.
is
a negligible
The dancers come with
own
high-octane energy. There’s no need for a social lubricant. Mingling and dancing seem to happen painlessly; a definite boon their
for the socially inept like myself.
Lee heads back (photos by Patrick Tighe)
crowd over
I feel
his
obligated to
maintain a degree of professional
decorum.
A few minutes later, he’s again on stage, this time working through the West Coast Shuffle. The steps are complicated and Lee admits to not having entirely mastered them
A complaint about crowd-
to the stage
and
walk-through. The dissenter
is
quickly exposed as the offender.
from the
“She stepped on her own foot. Holy shit,” Lee says, shaking his
snottiness of
head and laughing into his mike. “I’m not getting near her.” The laughter spreads like wildfire.
local flesh
With the evening’s
markets
own
buck. Originally from Newfoundland, he has the Islander’s love of the dance.
He’s just trying
to
make
couples
the dance floor. the
As
in
a circle on
high-priest of
hoedown, he introduces them to Tush
the great mysteries of the
Push, Prissy “Alright. line
Walk and Two-step. Gentlemen facing the
of dance.
It’s step-right,
pivot
For the ladies, it’s spin, tap-left and pivot to line of dance.” Roger and his wife, as the reigning Fred and Ginger of the country set, demonstrate while the crowd notes each nuance intently. The music starts up and the dance and
tap.
begins in earnest.
its
devices. Couples continue to
promenade looking a little at odds with up-beat tempo of Summertime Blues.
A particularly tall gentleman
with a vertically challenged partner with disaster.
flirt
The
fast
pace
forces their turns and spins to be
executed with greater haste. The
his affection infectious.
He gathers
instruction
over, Lee turns the crowd over to
Watching Lee, and speaking to him, it doesn’t take long to figure out that he’s not in it to make a
bers could easily degenerate into a slapstick routine, but find a critical
to the
microphone and
ing and trampled toes interrupts the
summer now. Come
I
me
troduced
himself.
“Lot of people are away for the
A handful of twenty-somethings, boomer contingent make up
grabs his microphone. He announces that the following week a $ 1 cover-charge will be collected to cover the rental on the hall. The cash bar hasn’t generated the needed revenues. Lee adds that his no-charge policy on the lessons will continue. The crowd answers
hasn’t peaked.
wildly embroidered boots.
the small stage at the front of the hall.
I
for about
high. In our area, he asserts, the fad
thick calves disappearing into
A
it
linedancing’s popularity remains
ter the
it’s
watched
I
at his side,
woman
mirrors his
“People come out because it’s a of fun. Simple as that,” says Lee. “It gives them a chance to get out of the house during the week. And
that
movements with her
stout, reserved
anticipates the
lot
him
heap on my couch, and flipped back to a Roseanne rerun. (For the unini-
distinguished looking
70s offers his
on the
we
were
ries the
admit defeat.
was air-condihardwood floor.
portant criteria.
He
if
—
on that Club Dance program they’ve got running.” I tell him I’m
as if they ’ve just strapped been into
the quintessential
my
our group. Boots and Buck-
well-travelled black boots.
look
to
table.
were down
out.
black
Perhaps past
bottles.
spectacles at the legion have robbed
without any difficulty.
is
When
glasses and return change.
jeans with a big belt buckle and
He
wa-
tender counts change on the counter
odd
Hands swipe at foreheads dampened by exertion. The dancers crowd the bar, coming away with plastic cups and beer bottles. The two barkeeps hustle to meet the de-
walk
—
kick-ball-change
whistle and intermittent applause.
mand
it’s
tap.”
sloppy staccato.
The song
“OK.
bodies jostle for a place
The couples
act
woman suffers, her overly
enthusi-
astic partner twisting her several
inches off the floor and into chiropractic care.
In the centre of the floor, a.group of ladies fling their bootheels like Rockettes just slightly past their prime. A moment later, they’re working the shoulder shimmy, bos-
oms
flailing the air.
my camera and make my way towards Lee. He thanks me for I
grab
coming out and invites me to return with a crowd of my own. I shake his hand.
The
Behind me, the dancers chant
men hold their ladies snugly as they
“God bless Texas” and stomp to the
out a pantomime of courtship.
promenade across
the floor.
On
cue, the ladies dip into a curtsy and the
men
tug
the brim of imagi-
at
look to my watch and suppress a giggle. Lee has innary Stetsons.
I
barrage of thin, nasal vocals with that irritating twang that cuts to the bone. latest
God
bless Texas.
mercy on us
all.
And have
-
Spoke, September 1994 15
Softer !Hours Walk on the
wild side at the Princess
side street’s small driveways waiting for the
By Ralph Meier
next show.
The girl
in the billboard
looks
down from
her perch behind the Huether Hotel, her
weight shifted slightly towards her right and her head slightly cocked to the left, her
A
wood-framed poster promot-
ing Spike Lee’s newest release, Crooklyn, hangs outside on the tan-brick wall beside the month’s film calender which boasts a
zines and pamphlets promoting area plays
for students the
and concerts confronts patrons on the way to the ticket booth. Programs containing a two-month movie calendar which boasts 48
in
different films
and
their descriptions, a res-
hand rests on her hip, her fingers almost touch the strand of pearls that hang down from her neck across a body barely broad enough to display them. From under the drooping brim of her shoulder-width hat and the bow it supports, her fluttered eye lashes and pursed lips beckon one off Waterloo’s main thoroughfare and down the lonely side street, “Come on, what are you
for itself
creaky
1
5-step stairca.se leads to a
small landing with
rooms and
more
wash-
stairs to the
the screening rcx)m.
A
trail
of
projection booth.
row
art gallery
To
the left
is
a small nar-
which displays the works of
local artists.
The lobby contains a snack bar and a movie posters, more film
large rack of $5
guides (the theatre distributes 20,000
in the
and a suggestion box for film requests or theatre improvements. Complementing the theatre staples of pop and chocolate bars area),
Cinema
are Princess twists like herbal tea, fruit Juice
wants you to take a chance. You can play it safe and continue down King Street into downtown Kitchener and file into the local Drabinsky-plex. The black letters against the white fluorescent glow announce the latest action, romance,
and strings of all-natural arm-length
token-car-chase, fireball -engulfed building
mark
whose explosion blows
good guys off their feet face-first into the pavement with nary a scratch blockbuster starring Bruce
screening room. Except for the lack of slope to the room’s floor, the cinema’s arrange-
Willis and Julia Roberts.,j3r Sylvester Stallone and Julia Roberts, or Sylvester Stal-
section of comfortable red folding chairs flanked by two, sunken aisles and two threerow sections that run along the theatre’s walls. Yet, despite surface similarities, it is not
lone and
Tom
if
Demi Moore, or Demi Moore and You know the one. you are
tired
of seeing the
latest
and Taiwanese toys to nine-year-olds, take a walk down Princess Street and spend some time in the
scheme
rice.
Three empty film
John Tutt (middle) welcomes a film-goer to his cinematic journey at
John Tutt takes
his patrons for a the wild side of cinema.
trip
on
(photos by Ralph Meier)
Waterloo’s Princess Cinema. cross-section of second and
first
run films
ranging from the popular Four Weddings and a Funeral to the off-beat The Myth of
around the block; instead couples and groups of four or five patrons saunter under the pearl-clad princess’s sign and along the
cover the small square foyer’s walls while
Male Orgasm.
More a
posters advertising future films
wooden
sity
display shelf filled with univer-
newspapers, alternative music maga-
Yuk Yuk’s comedians
taurant guide and advertisements hawking everything from "magical books and stuff’ to graphic design services are piled beside
the booth.
Regular admission
is
$6.75, but the Prin-
cess offers one-year memberships
at
a cost
of $7 for adults and $5 for students. This reduces the price of admission to $4.25
in the
room, she
slept
Waterloo’s
empty beverage containers, provide an unobstructed living room view of the screen. Hovering above the two chairs, and adding an
air
of nostalgia,
is
a cardboard cut-out of
Continued page 19
is its
diversity
and the
some
what they are
after.
They do the shows for the recognition not the money, says Gardener. “The rewards are fan-
is
held once
recognition.
Topics usually lead to joking with the audience. Handling hecklers is a trait these casual fast thinkers have mastered.
Every Yuks’ show features three comeone feature act and a master of ceremonies. The shows run Thursdays to
dians,
Saturdays and every week a different act
do make it big.” Comedian Rob Ross agrees. Canadian performers in general don’t get enough recogni-
tastic for the
is
festival
ters.
known comedians, like Howie Mandell and Mike Bullard, who.appear often on Evening at the Improv, have their roots at Yuks. The comedy club is also the origin for some notso-well-known, but often talented comedians, such as Mike Willmont and Winston Ytaks employee^ Scott jGaniner, feels recognition in Canada is difficult to attain for
The
Yuks’ comedians are uncensored and a few are notoriously raw. Favourite topics besides sex include sports and family mat-
today the world’s largest chain of comedy clubs. Some of Canada’s better
^
last year.
Yuks. Winners receive prizes, money and
is
•.
how you become a comedian,”
a year for the amateur comedians from every
two hour experience that is often funny, sometimes outrageous but always different from the common bar scene. First opened in Toronto in 1976 by founder Mark Breslin, Yuks has spread across the
comedians and that
swivel chairs, beside a stack of blue box receptacles strategically placed to devour
Toronto
live entertainment. It is a
.
a typical screening room. Tucked in an alto the left of the projector, two red
the ranks, says McGillivray. David Hook, from Kitchener, won the Comedy Festival in
Yuk Yuks
across the country.
Spear.
conventional with a main
Although they get some really bad ones, some young people have come up through
on University Avenue and the circuit of Yuks
country and
80-seat
the circuit.”
their 4-year-old slept in
Watt is one of a number of stand up comics
Yuks’ uniqueness
1
says McGillivray. "Every three to four months there is a showcase and Breslin chooses the best amateur. After that they start
my brother brought home
at
to the
cove
minutes. "It’s
the den.”
appearing weekly
way
Talent Night and anyone, with prior notice to McGillivray, can take the stage for seven
slept in his
guestroom and
hanging above a
— “notoriously raw”
Allan Watt’s parents are in denial, he confesses to a roomful of suddenly stifled laugh-
He
fairly
is
—
By Maria Wareham
"The other day
the entrance
ment
the
ter.
reels
thick curtain to the left of the snack bar
Unlike most first-run cinemas there are no Russian bread lines snaking their way
his girlfriend.
lico-
the licorice a sign asking pa-
trons to take the wrappers off before
to sell fast food
area’s repertory cinema.
Above
entering the theatre.
the
Cruise.
But.
’
A
membership pays
visits.
metal film canisters lead up the steps to the
right
waiting for!” Waterloo’s Princess
two
few
that
he says to the audience in the dimly lit room at Yuks. “Women in sports for Canada get shampoo commercials.” tion,
Women in comedy do not get enough recognition or encouragement, says Yidcs’ manager, Lynn McGillivray. She would like to see more women on the circuit; at present there are only three. Starting in the
fall
Yuk’s
will run a
New
takes the light-flooded stage. Shows begin at 9 pOT. Tliursday and Friday, 'and 9:30 p jn.
on Saturdays. Yuks also offers a dinner and show package with reservations. Doors open has a menu of tempting finger foods and drinks that are reasonably priced. at 8 p.m. It
Continued page 19
16 Spoke, September
1
994
—
Behind the quacking door
the Golden Kiwi Pub that’s easier to
By David Carlton
work
in,
and
attracts great
people.”
Judy Owens,
The lights cast an eerie glow inside the crowded pub. A customer enters through a quacking door and greets his friends with a smile and a pat on the back. Without beforehand, the bartender draws a pint of deep amber ale for him. The thick Guiness sits in the glass with a foam that could float a coin. Looking around, one could expect to see Norm Peterson and Cliff Clavin sitting at the end of the bar “where everybody knows your
name and But
Cheers.
It’s
not Boston, but
downtown Cam-
the
Petty Place.
Named
the best
pub
Cambridge Reporter,
in it
Cambridge by
it.”
the
The Golden
serve.”
and Rugby League.
They come here
fiends and the punks, the businessmen and
to
of the two televisions, to enjoy the company
People from the city the street come here after meetings. Employees at Brian’s Cameras on the opposite comer come here as well. Younger workers and drink here with evevolunteers at the ryone else. Here, barriers seem to drop, and feuding social castes may be allies after a few
of friends or to hear the music played by one
and the students. council chambers across
of the weekend bands. They
smothered
Rob spot
where you can go and talk and have a cup of coffee or a beer. It reminds me of an old
pub with it’s atmosphere.” Brenda Chadsey is a waitress here, and she finds it a very agreeable place. “It’s a comfortable place to work in, because it caters to english
everyone’s needs.
It
in
come here
come
the music; they don’t like
some favorite brews: Fos-
Hennepin’s, Creemore, Carlsberg, Ten-
The bands that play on Saturdays add to the atmosphere. Music
for a
is
not a central part of the
Kiwi’s appeal, but it is still a factor. The musicians play a mix of music, covering the 60’s to the 90’s. “Music is a part of the place,” says
here.
Len Owens, a native New Zealander, has spread his heritage on the walls and ceiling of the pub. Posters featuring Koala bears that advertise Qantas Airlines are suspended from the rafters. Money from across the globe lines
play on the cd player.
the ceiling trim behind the bar. Lining the top
cians, but they did not
of the left-hand wall are dozens of bottles, cans and glasses from around the world.
present variety has. Judy
There
sicians to
is
Rugby
Attwooll, “from the folk jam to the music try to
we
showcase
The pub experimented with blues musiwork out as well as the
Owens
they have hopes of attracting
come and
says that
more jazz mu-
play their music.
“People come here to hear entertainment
on Saturdays,” Owens says, “they don’t want muzak. The people come here to talk and hear
posters promoting the All Blacks of
and the
We
every form of music generally allowed.”
the ever-present kiwi bird hiding
New Zealand
Smithwicks
and Bass. There is the usual pub food, as well. Garlic bread, cheese sticks, fries, chicken wings, and a Bailey’s cheesecake that is to die for.
beside the cash register and the television.
has a relaxed atmosphere
tap there are
nent’s. Stones, Harp, Guiness,
melted mozzarella. Whatever
the reason, they
beers.
little
ters,
pint of bitter or for a plate of garlic bread
YMCA
a mellow environment,” says
On
watch the game on one
the artists, the store clerks
“It’s
(photos by David Carlton)
harassed.”
attracts the sports-
Link, a regular patron. “It’s a quiet
Kiwi Pub was voted the best by the Cambridge Reporter.
combination of the interaction between the staff and the customers on a day to day basis and the general attitude towards the giving and expecting of respect that we each de-
There is also a sense of security. “Women can feel comfortable here,” Owens says. “They can come in and see someone they know and know they won’t be hit on or
Golden Kiwi Pub, corner of Dickson Street and is
runs the Kiwi with her
Paul Attwooll, a bartender, agrees. “It’s a
miles away from the real
is
bridge. This place
located at the
make
you came.”
are always glad
this place
who
husband, Len, claims the atmosphere is made by the customers, which is what a pub is all about. “The focal point of pubs is beer and conversation,” she says. “There is a good atmosphere here, but it’s the customers who
New Zealand Eootball
Even
too loud. We’re
it
who we
really careful about
the canned music
is
choose.” subtly charming
with performers like Neil
in its diversity,
Young, Eric Clapton and tening band Clannad.
the Irish easy-lis-
Sunday
Starting in September, the
noon Celtic
jam
after-
be held once a month. In addition, the Kiwi is hoping to bring in a piano player to play what Owens calls ‘pubby’ music during the day. In a comer of the establishment, there are two dart boards, which undergo tremendous use each night. Regulars, employees., or dart teams assault the ringed corkboard repeatedly with their darts. The atmosphere of the place seeps from the inside out to a side-walk patio with a wrought- iron fence surrounding it. The green iron tables, similarly constructed chairs and artistically painted benches sit against this fence. There is a warmth in this place; a feeling that exudes from the people and the ambience. for a
folk
will
A feeling so warm,
good
it
would make
television series.
The stripper, the tour, and the Huether Hotel By James From
K.
Leduc
the outside the Huether
not,
her knee up to her chest to rest her
Huether does say, ‘Something for
in
on her chair. This seductive pose seems to come second nature to her. She doesn’t notice the man
Everyone’.
because the Huether has been Waterloo since 1855.
The hotel
has been up-
venues
rooted from a different time, with
ers, the
Hotel looks like
its
it
plain yellow brick exterior and
windows trimmed in black every few feet on every floor. The large
Penalty
Huether
is
crowd
in the
in its strip club, the
tension of the dusty and
room and
staircase that leads to the
Box Lounge
a retreat from the eager
crowd
5 p.m.
ately
wooden
under one roof. For start-
all
vestibule
is small and it immediopens into a foyer with a
boasts several different
dim pool
the bustle of the dinner
in its
brew pub.
The seats along
the exterior walls
rooms for rent on the second floor. The steps are a grey-black from the countless number of patrons that
of the lounge look like pews from a
have made the journey over the
tin
years.
Some
people looking for a
cold beer, entertainment, or a good meal must wonder if they made a
wrong
turn
somewhere. Probably
church and on a week-night
it
can
be as quiet as one. Scarlet pressedceilings aged with du^t and
smoke looks in the
like the original
139-year-old building.
work Most
of the waifs are covered with pic-
teams sponsored by the Huether, and in one spot a Koho tures of sports
hockey
stick separates
them from
the pink wainscotting. Lofty win-
The Huether Hotel (above) shows the signs of its 140 years, and features several different venues, such as the Penalty Box Lounge (right) and the Kent Lounge. (photos by
James
K.
Leduc)
dows cast light across the timeworn floor interrupted by the occasional shadow of the people walking on King
The lounge
is
street.
so quiet you can
hear the stripper
in
the corner
munching on her caesar customer
lifts
salad.
A
his nose out of his
novel to have a look
at the scantily
dressed young lady as she hoists
foot
Dancers casually
sit
back with a
drink, chat or shoot pool with
some
her instead of reading his
of the patrons. There are no cat-
novel and goes on eating. Three TVs, one of them large screen, occupy the four comers of the Penalty Box Lounge. And according to
calls or hollering at the dancers
Tina Adlys, a member of the family that owns the Huether, this can be a busy place. “This is where a lot of our regulars hangout, people we see everday,” says Adlys as she points towards some of the photographs on the walls. “This is the sports part of the bar where some of the local sports teams come after their game.” Across the hall the activity in the Kent Lounge contrasts the Penalty Box. The music is almost loud and the male customers drink their beer a little quicker here. All eyes are fixed on the lady on the small stage which is barely large enough for the blanket portion of her show. The door of this L-shaped room is usually open to dispel any scepticism about strip clubs being no-class dives. The front of the menu at the
in front
looking
at
when
they are entertaining, just an
appreciative round of applause af-
done. The modest bar of the stage has only three
ter their set is
stools
as
and the
much
as they
men sitting there pay
attention to the waitresses
do
to the dancers.
Some of
the walls are the
yellow brick
that
make up
side of the Huether.
place cemented
in
An
same
the out-
old fire-
years ago
contrasts with the bright florescent
sign above
it
that lists the beer
brewed on the premises. In the corners, video games look out of place beside antiquated towering win-
dows and a glass door that has not welcomed visitors in years. The lady from the Penalty Box Lounge returns to the Kent to relax before her next
set.
cigarette as she sits
She
lights a
down
to an
empty table and again raises her knee to her chest. She exhales deeply and looks past the smoke
at
Continued page 19
Spoke, September
1
994 17
The unauthorized Conestoga pub crawl a lot of directions later,
By Pete Smith
in front It’s
crawl
8 p.m. Friday.
Another gruelling week has been put to bed. Your boss is a your house mess, your car wreck and your
pub
you’re pretty
Your Friendly Neighbourhood Pub And So Much More!” This sets your mind racing. And so much more? What could this possibly mean? Strippers? Free beer? The two of you
ways up for a beer on a Friday night. tells
this little
more”
it
You
“Sorry.
decide to go splits
decide to grab a table close
to the pool table
and right
in front
of the screen. A quick glance at the game tells you that it’s 17-0 for Toronto at the end of two periods. It looks pretty
out.
“And so much
likely that they’ll extend their
win-
Not exactly a hotbed
Looking up, you notice a disco
of activity here.
ball, circa
1977, hanging directly
You
can’t
come in here Number
with shorts on,” Mountain 1
says.
Looking down, you notice
that
both of you are wearing shorts.
You
hadn’t noticed before because eve-
rybody wears shorts when it’s 28 You inform the two obstacles in front of you of the temdegrees out.
seem impressed with your knowledge of the weather. “Look. I don’t make the rules, I just enforce them,” says Mountain perature, but they don’t
Number
ning streak to 57 games.
refers to the pool table be-
side the bar.
bouncers with a single eyebrow between them stop you at the door.
2. “I
suggest you both go
home, change
come
into pants,
back here, pay your $4covercharge
ask again.
Mac and
“So, what are you screamin’?”
do know
radio here.
their pubs.
So you decide to Conestoga phone a cab. The cabshows up about 20 minutes later and you hop in the car. He’s very talkative so you ask him his name. You assume that his family is not originally from Canada because his bie
name has
18 conso-
nants and one vowel in
So you just call him
it.
“Joe” for the entire ride.
He
doesn’t seem
mind. decide to quiz him on what’s happento
You
ing in Kitchener to-
Genesis
“Well,
it’s
alterna-
Volcano, Stages has a classic rock night and Andy Frost is DJing at tive night at the
The walls
the
“Let’s just go to the
divides the bar.
you
As
your little pubs go it’s not bad so you decide to stay for one beer. D.B. tells you that Jacob’s used to be known as
1994 and
until
was a
it
By it’s
in-
Drinkin’
Buddy
down
is
One
catches your eye; a open coffin silhouetted by the moon. in particular
picture of an
at pool,
walk down the street a little way and see what’s going on. Five minutes later you come across a place called C.J.’s and you head
to
inside.
Now
this
is
a real sports bar.
who
overhead. Very cool.
Village People.
You think of asking D.B. for a game of pool but right now Hulk Hogan and someone who looks suspiciously like the “Missing Link” are using the table and you’re not in the mood to go home in a body bag, so you skip it. After a while, it’s 10:30 and you also decide
Lulu’s. That’s where
be as soon as off work.” I’ll
I
get
“So, what’s going
on
Jacob’s tonight?” Drinkin’ Buddy asks at
the disco cabbie.
“Jacob’s? Never heard of
it.
Sorry.”
So fifteen bucks and
with sports paintings and posters. There’s a huge screen in the middle of the bar that you can see from every table. The Leafs are hosting the
Red Wings so a
lot
of eyes are
glued to the tube. Directly under the screen
is
a
comes
floating up from the darkness below. Really
Wettlaufer)
You and talk for
your
ear.
about an hour. Then she
says her ride to go.
in
Vikki grab a table and
You
leaving and she has
is
get her
phone number
Around this time D.B. wanders over to your table all sweaty and
300 lbs. Including the women. The walls are plastered less than
You
Dan
didn’t catch that.”
I
“Vikki!” she shouts
stairs. As soon as you hit bottom it feels as though you’re in a cave or a dungeon. Straight ahead there’s a pool table. You aren t here to pi ay pool so you head off to the right toward the bar. Sitting on a bar stool with your head down digging in your wallet, you
decide
at
count after a night out.
“What?
“Joe” again and wonder briefly why there wasn’t a taxi driver in the
looks like they could bench press
playing
rockin’.
before she does.
“And
band
1
human
cool artwork lines the walls at the
There’s not one patron here
lage People’ tribute
is
1
to be inevitably
the undertow of
think of
the Lyric,” Joe says.
there’s a ‘Vil-
for the
(photo by
cool photographs.
After kicking D.B.’s ass
this time,
almost
the door and sounds of Alice in Chains
pretty
stead of Robbie Alomar and Doug Gilmour hanging on the walls, they have
some pretty
“Screw
You open
June
Now
cool sports bar.
Volcano,”
say.
this.”
far as
The Dugout
let
I’ll
D.B. asks you.
are a
deep green and a wall with brick-trimmed windows
you decide
night.
own
—
cano
standards by Fleetwood
play soccer, but they
called Jacob’s.
notice the large, blue, glow-in-the-
dark fish skeletons hanging on two of the walls. Alice in Chains gives way to the Beastie Boys who give way to Nine Inch Nails and so on. Great tunes! There’s a mosh pit going on the stage. Bodies are tossed about like helpless ships on a stormy sea, only
p.m. and the Vol-
And
sure, the Irish can’t
he hangs out
with two more pool tables surrounded by old sofas and chairs. To the left of this room is the stage with “Volcano” written in large green letters above it (the Volcano gets a good mix of bands like the Dayglo Abortions, Moist and Lowest of the Low). Heading back toward the bar you
dragged below by arms. D.B. heads on stage to join the crowd and you stand by the bar and watch him for a bit. He’s a pretty tall guy and he’s crushing everybody in his way. Then this cute girl wanders over your way and asks you your name. You tell her and then ask her name. It’s pretty loud in here and you don’t hear it and, since you don’t want to call her “Joe” all night, you
and then you in.
in
The
turns out,
it
the
The atmosphere is very laid-back. Old seventies
Irish bar
unauthorized
As
CDs).
on a pitcher of draft which is only $10 with a tip. And, judging from the guy who’s passed out at the bar, it takes quite a bit for them to cut you off.
outside of “Jacob’s.
head inside to check
like
pumped out of
You and D.B.
look up to see a large green
sign that tells you you’re standing
al
you about
You
being
is
speakers from overhead.
of the car.
a
much
Buddy
“Thanks a lot man and I guess you at Lulu’s later on, eh?” you say as you’re jumping out we’ll see
is
prepared to kill somebody for a beer. You phone Drinkin’ Buddy because he’s
Drinkin’
Y95
girl-
So
which play music much
up
a
a psycho.
is
pull
is
jerk,
friend
you
of Jacob’s.
You a much
top of the the
’
,
hear a voice.
“What can says.
You
I
get for you,” she
look up and
— Wow!
dishevelled.
“How’d you do?” he “Number,” you
asks.
say, holding
up
the piece of paper.
After a few
more
pitchers to
let
D.B. catch his breath, you decide to go. Walking back up the steps is a hell of a lot tougher than going
down, especially when you haven’t got your sea legs yet.
Once you hit the cool night air, you flag down one of the many cabs cruising King Street like a school of
the
You’re shocked! No, actually the bartender is very cute. But you don’t notice this at first because of the 300 gallon fish tank standing directly in the middle
After doing your business you
of the bar. After staring at it for a moment, you realize the bartender
reason, the cabbie has the heat cranked and you start thinking
it’s
time to hit areal bar. it’s
time to take
overdue leak. The staircase to the basement bathroom appears off kilter but
you’re not sure
if it’s
staircase or that third pitcher.
come
upstairs to see D.B. pushing
up on
this cute biker
chick you
saw
talking to the Missing Link about
pool table and across from the bar there’s a juke box that plays 45s
half an hour ago. Ya,
(45s are round, black, vinyl disks
you decide
it’s
time to go.
Fuelled up and ready to party, to hit Stages.
Two surly
is
staring at you, so
a drink.
The
you ask her
prices are going
for
down
with each bar you hit; $2.75 will get
you a
beer, drink or a shot.
Wandering around with your you notice a well-lit room
beer,
starving sharks. For some
maybe you
unknown
shouldn’t have had that
last beer.
“Oh man.
I
won’t drink
like this
again for a while,” you think to yourself. “I’m waiting until at least
tomorrow
night.”
2
18 Spoke, September 1994
Sift er 9i The great indoors
Betting
on a racing Rocking Horse stretches his legs a
By Brenda Boomer It’s 7;30 p.m. on a Friday, and all eyes are on the action. The bell sounds and seven standard bred
horses round the track. The drivers guide the sturdy horses with confi-
dence and anticipation. Number 6 and number 2 are neck and neck. The driver clipping the reins one last time, pulls number 6
moment and
Off-track betting
is
live through satellite at the
Nodding
Horse every night with post-time at 7:30 p.m. According to the Flamboro employees at the bar, the races
his head, he approaches one of the two wickets at the end of
the bar.
After collecting his winnings, he
pending on
racing program to place another
evening.
He
only one of
is
come from
all
Cambridge
to bet
Rocking
from the off-track betting. “We have to accommodate
many who
how many
are run each
runs up until
Off-track betting at the Rocking
Horse can be a
over Kitchener and
1
p.m.,
1
Gary and
his
Gamble decided to sound and lights down at 9
partner Steve
cheaper than
bit
all
our clientele. Some people like the off-track betting and some don’t,”says Gary. Since the betting
usually last until 11:30 p.m., de-
takes a second look at his simulcast
bet.
comes from food and beverages. They do not receive any profits
broadcast
looks back at the big screen TV.
turn the
on horses. How-
actually attending the racetrack in
p.m.,
on the evenings they have en-
by not more than a few inches. As they approach the final corner, bodies saturated with
ever, instead of standing with hun-
Woodbine or Flamboro. There is no
tertainment.
dreds of people he stands with approximately 50, watching the
cover charge or parking fee
sweat, the sting from the whip
TV.
betting fee.
“Our week-ends are our bread and butter. Some people would come in late to dance and listen to the bands so we turn the sound down when the entertainment
into the lead
guides the horses to exert their final effort to capture the lead.
An older man holding a ticket for number 6 smiles cheerfully
as he
Rocking Horse,
In the background a country and western band strums out a tune. This is the Rocking Horse bar and grill on Hespeler Road in Cam-
at the
just a six dollar
The people who come here
to
place bets range from the very ex-
who have never
perienced, to those
starts,”says Gary.
The minimum bet is and there is no maxi-
Gary
placed a bet.
bridge.
two
dollars
“There was this one guy, and if you ask me, he never had a clue to what he was doing, he placed a $ 1 bet and walked away with $ 1 ,200,”says Dave Berenet, an employee of the Flamboro racetrack. “The guy was shocked when he came up to the wicket and found out how much he’d won.” Gary Hopcraft, one of the owners of the Rocking Horse, said the off-
as well. Sitting in the bar there are
play a country and western mix and
television screens in every corner,
a
and a big screen on the wall to the right of the dance floor. The open concept of the bar enables everyone to see the screens and the entertainment from any position in the bar. The Rocking Horse is the only
is
was
established in his
The wickets
I
know
of
in
we are
the only
the area,’^ays
owned and operated by Flamboro
Gary.
and Woodbine, and the employees behind them also work for the pro-
The atmosphere at the Rocking Horse is that of a sports bar except from Thursday through to Saturday when live bands perform. The atmosphere takes on a different tone as the lights go down and the sound emitting is that of country and western music. Tuesday nights are their Karaoke nights, where all amateurs
so
I
can’t say
it
brings in a lot of
money,”says Gary. The Rocking Horse’s only source of revenue
The bands
for the afternoons
as well, but to date
one
are
“The off-track betting does bring more bodies into the bar, but sometimes they sit and nurse one coffee,
(photos by Brenda Boomer)
it
bar in the area that has off-track betting available. “Two more bars in Kitchener are planning to get it
prietors.
Rocking Horse
entertaining shot.
are trying to get
bar in April 1994.
off-track betting at the
can give their singing careers an
mum.
track betting
Gary Hopcroft works the
feels the majority are in fa-
vor of the off-track betting and they
little light
at
the Rocking Horse
rock.
The combination
a huge success, usually leaving
seating unavailable past 10:30 p.m.
The' first two weeks of September
welcome Michael Carr during week-end and The Desert
the first
Dolphins the second. Michael Carr is straight country and western, whereas the Desert Dolphins mix their music with light rock. The music here is first-rate for country lovers, and the food is topnotch as well. The Rocking Horse has a full menu from finger-foods to full-course meals.
The mixture of bar and
off-track
Rocking Horse into a different class of bar from others in the area. Whether you choose to place a bet, or just get up and dance, this bar can accommobetting has put the
date both.
The great outdoors
Cold and wet and loving every minute of By Dan Wettlaufer Instead of doing the same old summer camping scene, pack up your tent and supplies this year and try fall camping. The autumn scene isn’t for everybody, but it makes for a more peaceful and enjoyable
few years a growing number of people have been going camping during September and October as opposed to the In the last
busy summer months. Bonnie Belnap, 40, and David Scott, 35, are both avid campers who have decided on the later months of the year to enjoy their vacations.
“Originally fall to
we
started
going camping
in
avoid the crowds during the sum-
mer months,” said Belnap. "We went camping in October of 1993 up in the Bruce Peninsula and it was probably one of the best vacations we’ve had,” said Scott.
"There wasn’t a single person around what fall camping about, being witli a few friends and
for about a mile. That’s is all
off.”
Roger Bilbrough, 50,
vacation.
the
it seemed that that’s all there was at the campgrounds during the summer. The odd beer is okay but there is usually too many drunk yahoos around.” added Belnap. “Up in the Peninsula it was quite and peaceful, everything; you look for during your time
just relaxing
into the party scene
another camper
goes during the fall for the same reason. "There is always such a big crowd during the summer months,” said Bilbrough. "In the fall it’s a lot easier to relax and do your own thing without all the people around.” Although most people still favour summer camping, roughing it for the weekend after Labour Day is becoming more and more popular these days, and it shouldn’t take long before more people decide to try the new camping experience for themselves.
"At the end of October we have about a 50-50 split in the people stil camping,” said Joan Fournier, part owner of the Three Seasons Campground. "By the end of October 1
only the die-hard camping fans arc
by yourselves.”
"We're not really
is
who
and
us.”
left
with
The
not-so-true
camper
is
gone by the
beginning of September, said Fournier.
Dawn
Gigault, employee at Trout
in Innerkip, also
enjoys camping
Lake
in the fall.
go fall camping quite a bit when was younger,” says Gigault. “It was a way to get away from work and the city life. There were fewer people out and it was more peaceful.” She has also met travellers from across the country at Trout Lake. “Sometimes we have some odd ones coming through,” says Gigault. "Last November we had some peo“I used to I
ple
who were
travelling to California stop
by.”
Not everybody decides to go camping while on the way to California, but the consensus for fall camping is usually the same reason: to get away from the frantic pace of the summer crowd.
Angela Myers, a 19-year-old student, enfall camping for a different reason. "I enjoy camping any time of the year, but during the fall season the environment seems to come to life with amazing colors,” said Myers. "If you enjoy taking pictures of forest’s changing color or wildlife prepar-
joys
it,
hardly
ing for the winter the best time to If fall
I
do
think
autumn is probably
it.”
colors are what you are after,
Stephen Patterson recommends two places in Nova Scotia. One is the Baddeck area of Cape Breton and the other is Bras D’Or Lake according to the May issue of Photo Life.
“I’ve never been to Nova Scotia,” said Myers. “But I don’t think you have to travel across the country to find beautiful-looking fall landscapes. Where ever you happen to be camping in the fall, chances are you’ll find great scenery.”
Scott admitted he isn’t a serious photographer, but every once in a while, “I’ll see the sun hitting the fall leaves a certain way and take a picture for something to do.”
While
camping hasn’t hit its peek it is becoming more popular. Within a few years it too may become as crowded and noisy as the summer months. This year after a gruelling month of school work, take a camping trip with your with a
lot
fall
of campers,
OSAP money enjoy yourself.
and a couple of friends and
Spoke, September 1994 19
Princess offers films from erotic to science fiction case films with similar themes. Past
Continued from page 16 Marlene Dietrich
in full
cabaret attire complete with top hat
and glimmering lapels. This
is
.series
have included an erotic film series, a horror series, and the popular Sex and Violence Cartoon Festival. The one planned for September is a cyber film fest featuring science fiction films like Blade Runner.
definitely a film buff’s theatre.
John and Wendy Tutt’s theatre. The two can usually be found manning the ticket booth and snack bar at least once a week. “A real mom and pop operation,” quips John Tutt. The 34-year-old Tutt started the cinema nine years ago after graduating with a business degree from Wilfrid Laurier University. An interest in film and a desire to own his own business gave birth to the repertory house. Together with his wife Wendy, Tutt puts together the film guides, approves the art the theatre displays and selects the films it shows. These pictures range from sub-titled foreign films to restored classics. Their only similarity is that each is considered a film instead of a movie. “They always say the difference between a movie and a film is a movie you go and watch, you leave the theatre and you don’t take anything with you; whereas a film, you watch, you come out and it sticks with you. You may discuss it with somebody or it sticks in your head,” Tutt said. “We can pride ourselves in saying that we show mainly films here.” Although the Princess promotes such art-house hits such as The Crying Game, Like Water for Chocolate and The Piano, it also puts together film series or festivals that showIt’s
“Festivals are an exciting thing,” says Tutt.
“You
take a theme and put together a bunch of
films and the audience gets to
As
compare them.”
for the Princess’s audience, Tutt says,
“it’s a cross- section
of everybody,” and varies
every night depending on what film is shown, an older crowd will show up for a classic like a Street Car Named Desire and a younger crowd will show up for a newer film like the Canadian release spoofing the idea of patient zero. However, Tutt says, he thinks his audi-
ence
“...slightly
is
better educated because
some of the issues that are tackled in the films are a bit more complicated than your average Hollywood fare.” How does Tutt define a Princess Cinema
The 140-year-old Huether
patron?
“They’re people that take a their
bit
more
Hotel houses the Princess
Cinema
the
in
rear of the building.
risk in
(photo by Ralph Meier)
movie going.”
Brewing on the premises main draw of Huether Hotel a favorite
Continued from page 15
As
the customers.
Down
among customers, to two
sits down, again raising her knee to her chest, and lights another ciga-
pool players. they sip their beer their atten-
rette.
Underneath the pool hall is the hub of the Huether. Down another flight of stairs puts it below street-
Lounge, but
up a halfflight of stairs a cavernous 40 x 60 foot room houses rosewood and mahogany billiard tables. A yellow glow from the low-hanging light fixtures over the tables filters
drawn to the same dancer from the Kent
stone walls and
Lounge
flagstone
through the chalk dust in the
grabs a cue and a
the seven dif-
tact.
of balls and
ferent kinds of
the tables
the hall and
Separate light switches for each
air.
ta-
level but
tion is
as she
makes her way into the hall.
set
it
bright with
floor.
She
is its
Customsample
ers can
The low ceiling is off-set by the depth of the brew pub. Cellars, where beer was aged, have been turned into small pool rooms at the back of the pub with most of the rounded rock wall structure still in-
A
view of the players
passes the time
beer that have
suring a
with a few well-
made this brew pub famous and some of
ers.
game because
the tables are drift-
executed shots.
and the bumpers are quick and unforgiving. A selection of cues and rakes are suspended on the walls around the room and tables are located nearby for the more se-
Their concentra-
rious player to place his or her cue
snaps her cue
A waitress brings a huge pick-
back into its holder. The lady
free
case.
ling jar of the
house premium lager.
tion
is lost.
She
the best bar food in the K-
clears the table
with
W
little
trouble and then
A
game is underway Hotel’s many venues. pool
in
the Kent Lounge, one of the Huether
(photo by
James
K.
Leduc)
Yuks’ comedians handle the hecklers Continued from page 15
cated between two universi-
mixed crowd. Students make up only
shows
it is
not
recommended
for children under 12.
Although reservations for the shows are not necessary, it is a good idea, says McGillivray. Reservations, ever,
how-
do not guarantee seating;
only the tickets are guaranteed. Ticket prices vary with the show nights, but Yuks
does offer a student discount with student identification. It is
a favourite for celebrat-
ing birthdays and anniversa-
and the comedians thrive on tormenting the few brave ries
What’s his name tells jokes at Waterloo’s Yuk Yuk’s for a room full of laughing people. (photo by Maria Wareham)
souls
who make their presence
known,
a feat the audience
finds hysterical.
Even though Yuks
is
lo-
audience
is
a
about a third of the audience,
Editor:
James
Associate Editor:
separates
from the pool rooms en-
little
privacy for the play-
Also looking for seclusion dancer.
is
ending hers. clothes and now sitting at ease, with her knee no longer up against her chest, she nings in the pub, she
Dressed
in
is
more casual
finishes her glass of draft.
known to her the guided
Un-
tour of the
Huether Hotel has ended.
K.
Quide
Leduc
Dovid COflton
says McGill ivray.
Yuks’ only drawback is Another show has come to the end too soon. The lights are turned on showing the rows of pictures of comedians that have attempted to make it
Photo Editor:
fast-paced business.
Contributors:
DoD
WettlOUfer
time.
in
this
The small
stage in the corner
fades into the background
once again. Chuckling and chatter echoes through the room as the crowd begins to disperse and leave. Mike Loney, a first time customer, sums up the events of the evening, “I know where to go to get entertainment. When a joke makes you cry, it’s good comedy.”
Production Team:
the
Some people start their eve-
Softer iHours T,ntertainrmnt
ties, its
There is no age limit but because of the nature of the
area. Conversation is louder here than in the Penalty Box
TV
large-screen
so they can concentrate on their
ble restrict the
where people
this is
get primed for the rest of their evening.
JameS
K.
LedUC
QFld
David Carlton
Brenda Boomer David Carlton James K. Leduc Ralph Meier Pete Smith Patrick Tighe
Maria
Dan
Wareham
Wettlaufer
20 Spoke, September 1994
Kitchener T ransit adapts to ’90s
Busy days A summer semester Board
review
;
ation centre.
battle
cil.
Conestoga College held
by bus in Kitchener-Waterloo lot easier and more efficient for everyone if Kitchener Transit follows through on new
be the standardization of bus run times. Each route has a different timed interval between buses arriving at stops, such as 15 or 35 min-
proposals.
utes.
The Doon Student Association
ber to reflect “travel patterns of the nineties,” according to a press release. 1
Distinquished Teaching Award.
dents $50.54 a year.
Mascot madness The DSA began looking
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old one. j
Detweiler delay The Detweiler centre was its motor rewind program because a lack of students and industry participation in worker training.
forced to suspend
H six
The college was given a provincial grant for use on a women’s centre to be located at Doon campus.
Business will
mayorality board designed by
woodworking students was
unveiled
May
fall
Wong
and
Bill
must be used almost immediately after
being issued or the time limit
will expire.
1
2,
Kitchener Transit is looking at the
apart in the evening, said the re-
increasing the permitted time to
lease.
possibility of allowing passengers
transfer from bus to bus, changing major transfer points across the cities and standardizing the frequency of bus runs. Route 1 2, which runs from Fairview Park Mall to University and King streets in Waterloo, will now include the Lincoln Avenue portion of route 9 and will join with Conestoga Mall. It is the test route which will be watched by transit
The major transfer or “activity” points in Kitchener-Waterloo could change soon. Aside from the Charles Street terminal the major activity points are downtown Kitchener, the King and University
60 minutes before
streets intersection,
the transfer ex-
allowing people time to run errands or shop before getting on pires,
the next bus.
At this time, no new adjustments have been planned for the Con-
Conestoga
estoga College route.
Mall and Fairview Park Mall. The new activity points Kitchener Transit proposes are; Conestoga Mall, Fairview Park
Kitchener Transit will be holding
open houses to discuss
in the coming months changes and receive
community feedback.
‘
on Conestoga’s new school
of business, which will be built
tion are
Dispute eased
new
transfer policy. Giirrently, transfers
boom
at
Doon.
Construction costs for the addi-
Winston
Passengers could also see a
on the route) during peak morning and late afternoon hours, 30 minutes apart during midday and 30 or 60 minutes utes apart (depending
Construction will begin early
onto the nursing wing
24.
.
Kitchener Transit would like to guarantee a bus every 1 5 or 30 min-
Women’s centre
The unveiling
The new Kitchener City Hall
to bus ser-
vice include lengthening route
into
purchasing a more attractive mascot costume to replace the
The proposed changes
WaterHighland Hills Plaza, Forest Glen Plaza and Stanley Park Mall. The buses would take just 15 minutes to go from one activity point to ahother and passengers who are transferring would have a one to three minute wait for the next bus. loo,
,
covers prescription drugs,
per year. The plan will cost stu-
embarking on a of new changes for Septemis
|
nor General’s Academic Medal, James Gerrard won the Mastercraft Award, Lynda Decaire re-
implemented a student drug plan including birth control pills under, to a maximum of $2,000
to point
could get a
series
26th convocation, June 17-18. Lele Truong received the Cover-
|
that
Mall, Bridge and University street intersection, University of
An aspect of this new system will
The bus system
its
A
B
College convocation
W. ceived the James Achievment Award and John Scott received the Aubrey Hagar
Student drug plan
whether
other routes should be adjusted.
Getting from point
During the battle between the board of governors and the Council of Regents, Conestoga College’s Alumni Association launched a public campaign to protest the college board recommendations made by the coun-
officials to determine
By Rob Heinbecker
pegged
at
$43 million.
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Cun-
ningham were appointed
to
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Conestoga’s board of governors, effectively ending the dispute between the board and the Council of Regents over board appointments.
Despite a reduction
in operat-
ing fund income, Conestoga’s board of governors approved a break-even budget for the 1 99495 year.
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New vision I
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Conestoga College has taken on a new Vision 2000 initiative gearded towards raising the standards on learning outcomes within each program. The Vision 2000 program is called College Standards and Creditation
Students
at
Conestoga estab-
lished a college chapter of the
Habitat for Humanity, a nonprofit organization
whose goal is
to eliminate poverty housing
around the world. Six students got the project going.
council (CSAC).
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Rockin’ Roost The Condor Roost, Doon campus’s new sports lounge, officially opened June 16. The bar is located on the second floor of the Kenneth E. Hunter recre-
Conestoga’s Doon campus was host to several summer day camps, including fun camp, adventure camp, sports camp, hockey camp, soccer camp and a self -defense camp.
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