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SERVING THE KAWARTHA LAKES AREA

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Volume 23, Issue 3

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Horoscope

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Local Events

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Trades & Services

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Village Voice

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Paper Cuts Good Night

You’ve seen the television commercial where the sleepless woman ponders, “What if the hokey pokey really is what it’s all about?” I can relate.

There’s a smartphone application that combines an alarm clock and sleep lab; it plots, graphs and identifies time, duration, patterns, rhythms, percentages and quality of sleep. It pretty much pinpoints what you already knew about your night. The visual evidence itself can cause a person to feel exhausted in the morning.

A suggestion given to me was to keep a journal. Here’s the plan: Four hours prior to bedtime, get out your pen and book and write freestyle – spelling and grammar don’t count – pouring out all that weighs on your mind. Then, close the journal and put it away for the next evening. Enjoy a blissful sleep.

The theory is this: journaling prevents the suppression of a multitude of worries hence they should not invade while you ought to be resting. Until you master the journaling exercise, however, you might still allow unwelcome thoughts or challenges to enter your mind. If so, repeatedly (and silently) banish the thoughts with, “Get out of my head.” (Or,

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“Get out of my bed,” if you’re engaged in one of those one-sided mind chats with someone. Remember, he/she is probably home sleeping like a baby.)

Another semi-effective tool is the Sleep Sheep, or any of those cuddly stuffed animals designed to lull infants to sleep with sounds of babbling brooks, lapping waves, gentle rain, and other potentially disconcerting white-noise tracks that, for adults, can trigger yet another visit to the loo.

I believe one solution may be the call of whippoorwills – real ones. And slow, over-head ceiling fans, and fluffy mattresses topped with 1,600 thread count sheets.

My dear friend’s daughter, Kelly, is a young woman with a truly remarkable heart – it is neither selective nor conditional.

She was recently photographed holding her 16.5-inch ponytail in her hand.

Secured with a tie at each end, it had just been cropped from her now bobbed hair. She donated her hair to a charitable organization where it will be created into a wig for someone who needs it. I hope Kelly sleeps well these nights.

“If you can’t sleep, then get up and do something instead of lying there worrying. It’s the worry that gets you, not the lack of sleep.” – Dale Carnegie editor@thepromoter.ca

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Village Voice The Promoter reserves the right to edit Letters to the Editor for length and clarity. Please include your email or mailing address and daytime phone number (not for publication.) All opinions expressed are those of the writer.

Thanks Again

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Fred Sawchuk of Extremeline Collision in Bobcaygeon for his help in repairing my car.

I was driving along Highway 17 (Pigeon Lake Road) when a deer came out of the bush and ran into my car, causing damage to the front end of my car. I am sure the deer was injured but he ran back into the bush. I reported it to the OPP and they say they would try and find the deer if it was seriously injured. It happened at dusk.

I was very impressed with Fred Sawchuk who did a great job repairing my car and getting me a car rental for a few days.

3. An aggregate plan for the Township can be seen to be no more than a map of where all the aggregate rests. So thought one councillor. Must admit a onepage map in color does save on pages of verbiage that outlines the Township’s plan to manage the resource.

4. Spending $28,000 a year for three years to study the waters of Pigeon Lake has no value since, after one-year post, the Scugog study the water looks the same! That, plus not wanting a conservation authority to have control, is enough to scuttle any hope of the Township getting involved.

I am so excited about learning even more in the next 22 months until we have a new group of councillors with their own lessons to teach.

Ross Morton Resident on Pigeon Lake “Stoned In Quarryville”

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I never bothered too much with local politics in recent years having had my fill decades ago when developers and a “soft” township council threatened Boyd Island in Pigeon Lake. In the late spring of 2012 as the Ledge Road Quarry issue raised its ugly head I decided to sit in on some Galway-Cavendish and Harvey Council meetings to witness first hand the leadership and governance of our beautiful township. It was really worth the numerous visits for I learned the following:

1. There are indeed expensive light bulbs. A debate over some $400 in light bulbs took considerably longer than any discussion of why a lawyer’s bill was for $35,000. Glad they are worried about every penny.

2. A citizen must ask well in advance to ask a question or make a point at a Council session.

A councillor, though, can raise, at any time, even personal issues. I learned that getting a reduce speed limit sign moved from in front of a councillor’s house is easy and minutes do not have to really be as accurate as the discussion or reason outlined at the Council meeting.

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City Hall

By Gord Killen

Emergency Medical Service (EMS)

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Emergency Medical Service (EMS) fleet was operating without an acceptable number of ambulances to provide emergency response service for the City. The purchase of one additional ambulance at this time will sustain the service level immediately and until the two new 2013 ambulances are received and ready for operation in June/July.

This purchase has an estimated cost of $130,000 for one 2013 demonstrator ambulance. Staff is recommending the use of fleet reserve funds for the purchase of one 2013 Crestline demonstrator ambulance for Council’s approval.

In a response to the ‘unforeseen circumstances’, Keith Kirkpatrick advised Council that a system malfunction in one of the ambulances necessitated the ambulance being out of service for 8 of the 16 past months creating a serious shortage in responding to an emergency situation.

The City receives grant funding from the Ministry of Health each year for ambulance replacement, however the 2013 budget to replace 2 ambulances is utilizing the entire MOH grant funding for 2013.

Rural Transit Service

On October 23, 2012, Council asked that the City’s Transit Advisory Committee form a Rural Transit Task Force to examine the feasibility of a transportation route between Lindsay, Cameron, Fenelon Falls, Bobcaygeon and Dunsford. The Task Force suggested a 12 month pilot project for a rural, single route, Diala-Ride Transit service operating six days per week.

Also, they recommended that Council direct staff to undertake a competitive Request for Tender process to obtain a Service Provider to supply all necessary equipment and personnel to operate and provide this service. Cost of the full service (6 days per week) is estimated at a fare structure of $5 per one way ride be established, transfers be offered to Lindsay Transit buses and a monthly pass be considered for the amount of $150. Estimated cost for the one year trial is approximately $351,000 – $444,000 annually.

Upon review by Staff, they suggested that Council consider a more modest trial program. Their recommendation is to provide service two days per week, twelve hours per day, on Tuesdays and Thursdays at a cost to the rider of $7.50 each way. If the service has sufficient ridership the program could be expanded. There was some discussion that not

every rider will be using the route structure and that fares based on distance used should be incorporated into the fare structure.

Since the service must be available for citizens with disabilities, a dial-a-ride option will be available and the vehicle would deviate up to 150 meters from the planned route in order to pick up a disabled rider.

A Request for Quote (RFQ) is to be issued in the coming weeks. The cost is likely to be paid for by the Provincial Gas Tax Funding during the “Pilot Program” phase. If service were to be provided for 2 days per week (Tuesday and Thursday), this would cost approximately $117,000-$150,000 annually.

Because this is a single route concept, only 30 – 35% of the population of the City of the Kawartha Lakes will benefit. Once the project has been in place for a year, the Gas Tax Rebate will no longer apply and the cost will have to be borne by the taxpayers. This would seem to be especially unfair for those who gain no benefit from the program.

Interestingly, there was no one on the Transportation Task Force from either Fenelon Falls or Bobcaygeon.

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The Kawartha Lakes is one of the top 10 aggregate producing municipalities in the Province of Ontario.

The vast majority of the 4.6 million tones produced in Kawartha Lakes are exported to the Greater Toronto Area. This is taking an unacceptable strain on the roads and highways of Kawartha Lakes.

The aggregate industry contributes to extensive wear, tear and damage to the roadways throughout the City and it is estimated that in 2011, about $2.2 million in wear and tear on the paved roads within the City was caused by trucks carrying aggregate and the total infrastructure damage to roads and bridges annually is estimated at $5 million dollars.

Significant heavy load truck traffic travels through the City of Kawartha Lakes, accelerating road deterioration and increasing maintenance costs.

The City does not have the financial ability to repair, maintain and renew all roads impacted by aggregate haulage.

Council directed staff to review local legislated processes and regulations to restrict/manage heavy truck load traffic throughout the City, and available funding models that could be administered to maintain, repair and renew significant heavy load haul routes; and that this matter is referred to the Aggregate Secondary Plan Steering Committee for their input. Staff to report back to Council by September 2013.

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BOBCAYGEON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Despite the lingering cold of winter, four Chamber of Commerce committees are hotly planning their respective events. The Awards of Excellence dinner and auction evening lead the way, to be held at the Dunsford Community Centre, Community Centre Road, beginning at 6 pm on Saturday, April 20.

Held annually for more than ten years, the Awards of Excellence give Bobcaygeon and area people several stellar opportunities to recognize and thank a variety of their fellow business people and residents for their achievements, innovative efforts and community dedication over the past year. Some nominees are recognized for their years of unselfish volunteerism.

The nominations are in six categories: Citizen of the Year (L.E. “Ted” Shea Memorial Award); Business Leader of the Year (Roberta “Robbie” DeClute Memorial Award); Outstanding Business Achievement (Robert “Bob” Jokinen Memorial Award); Outstanding Service/Volunteer Organization (Charles “Charlie” Devenish Memorial Award); Outstanding Youth (Daniel Snider Memorial Award) and Employee of the Year (sponsored by Monk Funeral Services Ltd.).

With a deadline of March 15, each nomination must be accompanied by a written explanation. The forms are available at the Chamber office, online at www.bobcaygeon.org and at The Promoter offices.

Nominators are encouraged to enter names in as many categories as they wish.

The evening’s $45.00 ticket will provide a catered meal, cash bar, silent and “Toonie” auctions, a bit of hometown entertainment and the awards ceremony.

Three other committees – Canada-U.S. Walleye Tournament (May), Midnight Madness (August) and Cruisefest (September), plus the Chamber-supported Farmer’s Market, have already begun their committee planning meetings.

That said, each committee chair wants area residents and business people to know how appreciated their physical presence and efforts would be at these events. It takes a lot of effort to make them happen, and every volunteer is welcomed. Call the Chamber office (705.738.2202) to be directed to the committee of your choice.

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It happens on Wednesday, March 6th, 10 am to 9:30 pm and Thursday, March 7th, 10 am to 4 pm at the Farmers’ Mutual Exhibition Building and Show Ring, Lindsay.

What is it? It’s the much-anticipated 33rd Annual East Central Farm Show!

The East Central Farm Show has been a work in progress for more than 25 years. The first show took place in 1981 at the Manvers Community Centre. It was called, simply, The Farm Show.

In 1983, it became the East Central Farm Show and relocated to the Fenelon Hall, Cambray. Next, in 1992, another relocation took the Show to the Morrow building in Peterborough. Finally, in 2008, the East Central District Soil and Crop Improvement

Association moved the East Central Farm Show to the Farmers’ Mutual Exhibition building at the Lindsay Fairgrounds. By 2010, the 30th East Central Farm Show raised the bar, boasting 150 exhibitors.

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Kawartha Cooks

Featuring Christopher Tuberdyke Not only are eggs delicious, but they are cheap, full of vitamins and protein, and lend themselves to hundreds of dishes.

Eggs en cocotte, eggs baked in ramekins with butter or cream, is a simple way to prepare an elegant and impressive brunch dish.

I used two 8 oz ramekins for this recipe, but anything small and heatproof will do the trick.

Once you master the technique, try switching up the ingredients – crispy, crumbled bacon, ham and sautéed peppers, or diced tomatoes with Brie all work beautifully here.

Eggs en cocotte 4 eggs 8 teaspoons light cream 100 grams frozen spinach, thawed, chopped, and

excess water squeezed out 1 small shallot, minced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 teaspoons finely grated Parmesan cheese, divided 1 sprig rosemary, leaves chopped Salt/ fresh pepper 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In addition, set a kettle full of water on to boil. Set aside.

2. Heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté shallot

and garlic 1-2 minutes until shallot is tender. Add spinach; continue to sauté an additional 2 minutes. Set aside.

3. Butter the inside of 2 small ramekins. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of Parmesan cheese inside the bottom of both, shake to coat.

Add 2 teaspoons cream to each of the ramekins, followed by half of the spinach/shallot mixture.

4. Crack two eggs inside each of the dishes. Top each ramekin with remaining cream and Parmesan.

Sprinkle each ramekin with rosemary, salt, and cracked pepper.

Place ramekins in a baking dish. Fill with hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Carefully place baking dish in preheated oven and bake until whites are set but yolks are still loose (15-20 minutes.)

Remove ramekins from the water bath and serve immediately with buttered toast points. Enjoy!

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Horoscope

For February 22 – March 5

Aries (March 21 to April 20) Some days it seems like the world is one big lie. It’s all about the “image”, isn’t it? And it can be discouraging. But, believe it or not, it doesn’t have to be that way. You, dear Aries, can make it different.

Be honest! Be honest about who you are, what you want, what you value, and let the rest of the world know it! Everyone else just might join in!

Taurus (April 21 to May 21) You’ve heard, no doubt, Taurus, about the “random act of kindness” – that small deed that people do spontaneously that makes someone’s day. We sense a hesitation in your step. Now is the time to reach out and when you see the opportunity, grab onto it. You will not be sorry. Do it!

Gemini (May 22 to June 22) Gemini, you have failed! Congratulations!

We’re being somewhat facetious, dear Gemini, but the truth is that failure can make you stronger. Everyone fails, but not everyone takes it and uses it to improve and learn. Why not you?

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Cancer (June 23 to July23) A new look is in store for you, Cancer. We’re not sure what form it may take, but it’s heading your way! So be ready to toss out the old and welcome that fresh, new-fangled you!

Leo (July 24 to Aug. 23) “His life was one of perpetual labour and jet lag.

It was not an unusual life at all.” Anonymous. We think the newest status symbol is “busyness”, dear Leo, and desperately hope you are not falling into its trap. There’s no time like now to just slow down.

Virgo (Aug. 24 to Sept. 23) Your self-directed learning never ends, does it, Virgo? You are an inspiration to others because you never give up discovering the world around you. Your curiosity and wonder really set you apart, and add to your personality. Please don’t change!

Libra (Sept. 24 to Oct. 23) Travel plans are in the making, Libra. Enjoy your well-earned holidays! Spend time with your family and significant others, but be wary of fast/false friends who may not deserve your trust or companionship.

Scorpio (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22) Now is your time to shine, Scorpio, as the role model you were meant to be. Whether at work or in the community, stand up for your beliefs, show compassion and be proud that others wish to emulate you.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23 to Dec. 21) The word “sanctuary” comes to mind, dear Sag, when you come to mind around about now. Your warmth and calmness in the storm endears you to all. Don’t let them down.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 20) The ordinary routines of the day can often seem boring, Capricorn. But life, as always, is what you make of it. You can find something worthwhile in every moment. Learn, serve, give. The choice is yours.

Aquarius (Jan. 21 to Feb. 19) Your big chance is on the doorstep, Aries, so give it all you’ve got. Concentrate on your strengths and jump right in.

Money? Romance? Career? Hey, why not go for all three?

Pisces (Feb. 20 to March 20) This is your phase, Pisces. The 25th day of the month will find you under a full moon and there is nothing like a moonlit walk in the woods led by the lunar light. Bundle up. Take someone with you for safety. You won’t need a flashlight. Every little thing will stand out and you’ll be truly amazed!

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CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?

By David Sparkes

In my younger years, I worked for a man who was greatly respected and considered something of an expert in his field. When asked to give an opinion on something, he frequently quoted some statistic when answering. The figure he quoted was always very precise and usually down to at least two decimal points, but most of the time it was a figure he pulled from the air. He once advised me that there is much greater credibility in saying sales were up by 14.53 per cent than by saying the figure was close to fifteen percent. He was right.

I recently read a report on the alarming increase in global unemployment and my thoughts took me back to the individual mentioned above. I have little or no expertise in statistics, find it hard to spell the word statistician and even harder to pronounce, especially after a couple of drinks.

However, it does seem to me that collecting meaningful unemployment data from all around the world would be more than a little difficult, in fact close to impossible. My suspicions were confirmed when I turned to the internet for assistance and I quickly located a list of countries and their stated unemployment rates. The list is accompanied by a “disclaimer” which points out that there are many different methodologies and definitions used by various governments, NGO’s and agencies when preparing the data. In other words, the figures are totally unreliable, just like my former employer’s precise analysis.

The lesson to learn from this brief sortie into the world of statistics seems to be that you simply cannot rely on information because it is presented in a nice tidy, printed form. This is especially true in a world where anyone can post opinions or supposed factual information on the internet. It used to be that there was a great deal of trust placed in the printed word but most of us have become far too cynical to believe everything we read, or have we?

Politicians love to use statistics to further their cause and they have learned how to “spin” the information to their advantage. The data used for some of the statistics we rely on has often been provided by people who have no idea what they are supposed to be doing or have a particular axe to grind. Surveys are taken which are designed to prove a given point, rather than explore the subject with an open mind. People’s words are taken out of context, resulting in an entirely different impression.

Oh it’s a difficult world my friends! Be careful when you read or hear some of these alarming reports and statistics and always keep in mind the source of the information.

My goodness, reading over this column clearly tells me it is time for me to recharge my batteries.

The love of my life and I will be doing just that as we head for warmer climes. Hopefully, when we return, I will be ready to wow you with an impossibly optimistic column or two. Meanwhile my glass is still half full (and I can still pronounce statistician).

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Health & Wellness STRONGER, HAPPIER, SMARTER

Be An Active Role Model for Your Kids

By Jeremy Le Page

A sedentary lifestyle is not only an unhealthy choice for adults, but for children and youth as well.

In fact, according to the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP), children and youth between the ages of 5 and 17 years of age should be getting at least one hour per day of “moderate-to-vigorous” physical activity.

Included in this schedule should be “vigorous” activities and muscle and bone strengthening activities three times per week. While moderate physical exercise may include activities such as biking or playground games, vigorous exercise “will cause children to sweat and ‘be out of breath’.”

These may include activities such as swimming or running.

Being active, says the CSEP website, can help children improve health, do better in school, grow stronger, feel happier, maintain a healthy body weight, and improve selfconfidence.

The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit recommends following the CSEP guidelines.

According to the Health Unit’s web site: “The best available evidence shows a clear relationship between the amount of moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity and increased health benefits. Current evidence shows that substantial health benefits can be achieved with physical activity in excess of 60 minutes per day.”

Other CSEP recommended activities for children may include things as simple as playing

tag, walking, skateboarding, sledding or playing active games at recess. Youth, 12 to 17, may enjoy activities such as walking to school, going to the gym on the weekend, rollerblading and playing sports after school hours.

As well, kids and youth are influenced by what they see their parents do. Exercise is no exception. Healthy lifestyles

begin with patterns set in childhood, and every parent wants to see their child healthy and happy.

It’s up to you.

For more details, please visit the CSEP Website, csep.ca, or the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit site at hkpr.on.ca (or call toll-free at 1-866-888-4577).

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Heal Cracked Heels

The tires on your car provide the traction and support to take you from A to B. And, if the rubber becomes cracked and dry, the problem needs to be addressed as it can pose a risk to one’s safety and wellbeing.

Well, your feet take you from A to B as well.

And, at this time of year in particular, they can become excessively dry and cracked in the heels and other high-pressure areas.

Cracked heels are also known as fissures.

They can develop to the point that they bleed and become very painful. For people with diabetes, circulatory, or other conditions that result in weakened immunity, cracked heels provide an open doorway to potentially serious bacterial, viral, and fungal infections and should always be addressed promptly by your chiropodist.

There are some things people can do at home to help prevent and treat cracked heels. Don’t go barefoot around the house. Use a pair of indoor shoes or slippers. Make sure to wear well-fitting, high-quality winter footwear outdoors. Avoid excessively hot baths, since these will dry the skin.

People with diabetes or other conditions that can result in reduced nerve sensation should avoid hot baths anyway, due to the risk of burns.

However, for many people these tips will not be enough on their own, and they will still experience cracked heels. Your chiropodist can help. Patients are often surprised, when they arrive with even a severe case of cracked heels, how they can leave with feet that are “baby’s bottom” smooth. Beyond treatment

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of the cracked areas themselves, your chiropodist may employ intensive in-clinic moisturizing therapies as a preventative means to address the dryness and cracking. Structural foot problems that create friction and cause the build-up of callus and dry skin in the cracked areas are another area that your chiropodist may identify and treat.

William Shakespeare wrote, “Blow, winds, and crack your cheeks! Rage! Blow!” With your chiropodist’s help, at least your feet can be crackfree despite winter’s cold, dry winds.

Submitted by Kawartha Total Foot Care Centre

Community Cares

by Mike Puffer

People likely don’t need to be reminded, but Tax Season is peering at us from just around the corner. We often make too big a deal of the annual income tax filing process.

For many of us, negative connotations are due to a combination of lack of organization, procrastination and fear of the unknown. Going through the tax return process can be akin to ripping off a bandage – the anticipation is worse than the actual action itself, and it feels better right after the job is done. Sometimes.

Some people compound their income tax problems by failing to file on time, or by having unfiled back taxes. Such behaviour could lead to financial or legal punishment from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

For many years, Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes has offered a free income tax return program for low-income households. The

program is designed to not only help people with filing, but to keep them in good standing with the CRA. This service, which will be underway in the next few weeks, relies upon many valued agency volunteers who give their time each year to prepare the basic returns and to sit down with clients to review their situations. It is a muchappreciated service for many clients who return every year.

For further information about the income tax return service or to find out if you qualify for it, contact the nearest Community Care office at 705.324.7323. Appointments will be scheduled soon – stay tuned!

Mike Puffer is Director of Marketing & Development for Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes Health and Support Services. E-mail: mpuffer@community-care.on.ca

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS

Fenelon Falls March 4, the monthly Caregiver Support Group offered by Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes.

An open group for people caring for someone regardless of the specific health condition or stage of illness. 1:30 to 3:30 pm, Salvation Army Citadel, Fenelon Falls. Call 705.324.7323 ext 232 to register.

Lindsay March 20 is the monthly Caregiver Support Group offered by Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes. A group for people caring for someone with a terminal or life-threatening illness. 10 to 11:30 am, at Community Care’s Hospice Services, 112 McLaughlin Rd., Lindsay. Call 705.3247323 ext 503 to register.

Wednesday & Thursday

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Snow removal Painting Garbage removal, Property maintenance Long or short distance moves.

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Bruce 705-738-6321 ____________________ GOPHER CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Snow Shovelling/Roof & Ground Roof Repairs/ Maintenance Eavestrough Cleaning Fall property cleanup Snow shovelling. Roof / ground. Dump Runs Private Security Monica Stanley 705-738-6364 ____________________ EXPERIENCED SEAMSTRESS Custom-fit clothing alterations. Call April 705.738.2396 ____________________ NOBLE’S PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Clean up of yards, snow and clearing of walkways, parking areas, etc. Dump runs, grass cutting, shrub and hedge trimming, etc.

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FOR RENT Professional office/ store space 79 Bolton Street approx 400 sq ft of storage with parking.

Available immediately.

Call 416-920-3382. _____________________ Semi detached house for rent downtown.

Walk to all amenities. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, living room, oblique dining room combo, kitchen with moveable island.

Beautiful landscaping (on Garden Tour).

705-738-2327 or 905-390-0969 _____________________ BOBCAYGEON UPPER LEVEL 2 large bedrooms, balcony, washer/dryer hook up. Freshly painted. $675+ utilities. First and last. References.

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705-928-4132 Available March 1st _____________________ ROOM FOR RENT Bright, spacious with separate 3pc bath. T.V., mini fridge, microwave.

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FOR SALE

ORIGINAL KINDLING GUY Dry clean Kindling, hand packed approx. 35lbs. $10 box.

Free local delivery.

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Firewood logs for sale.

705-489-1494 _____________________ FLORIDA BOUND? Arrive refreshed with a 1991 Roadtrek: King-sized bed Full Galley + Microwave Loo Dinette & Cocktail table Air Conditioning Furnace Perfect for two adults Beautifully maintained Ready to go $10,000.00 705 738-9784

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Appliances, batteries, electronics, steel, copper, alumium, cars.

Anything metal.

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WANTED ANTIQUES

Furniture, glass, china, military medals etc. duck decoys, clocks, jewelry, silver dollars, gold, 50 cent pieces, pocket watches etc.

Anything old.

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EVENTS

Bobcaygeon Legion Amateur Karaoke Contest Friday nights at 8 p.pm in March & April.

One time $5 registration required.

Great Prizes 1st, 2nd & 3rd Cheryl’s delicious wings available.

Bring your family and friends out to vote.

Age of majority event.

Everyone welcome.

Grand Finale April 26th 705-738-2710

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Local Events The Fenelon Falls and District Lions Club is sponsoring free community skates in the Fenelon Falls Community Centre in Memory of Roger Bellwood.

Free skating Sundays 12:30 to 1:30 pm, November 18th, 2012 through March 24, 2013.

FEB-21-Alzheimer Society Kawartha Lakes & Haliburton Lindsay Support Group-Changes 1:30pm -3 pm. 705-878-0126 to register FEB-21-Alzheimer Society Kawartha Lakes & Haliburton Haliburton Milestones Group 10:30am12pm 705-878-0126 to register FEB 22-Lunch at the Coboconk Legion 11:30 - 1pm Meat Pie or Liver & Onions $7 includes coffee & dessert FEB 23-CSI Buckhorn 5p.m. - 10p.m. at the Buckhorn Community Centre. Ladies only night with great food, fashions, etc. Tickets are now on sale. 705 6578833.

FEB 23-Book Sales for the Friends of the Lindsay Library. 10:30 am - 2:30 p.m Downstairs at the Lindsay Library. Payment by donation.

FEB 24-North Country Gospel Choir will be performing at Dunsford United Church, Tickets $10 (includes a light lunch) and are available from food bank volunteers or at the door. 2 p.m. Sponsored by the Dunsford and Omemee Food Banks to support Kawartha Lakes Food Source.

FEB 25-Alzheimer Society Kawartha Lakes & Haliburton Fenelon Falls – Milestones 10:30am12:30 pm. 705-878-0126 to register.

FEB 27-Alzheimer Society Kawartha Lakes & Haliburton Bobcaygeon Caregiver Support Groups1-3 pm. 705-878-0126 to register FEB 27-Alzheimer Society Kawartha Lakes & Haliburton Haliburton Caregiver Support Group 1:30pm 705-878-0126 to register FEB 27-Alzheimer Society Kawartha Lakes & Haliburton Bobcaygeon Changes Group 1-3pm 705878-0126 to register FEB 28-Lindsay CG SG -Generations 6-7:30 PM 705-878-0126 to register Alzheimer Society Kawartha Lakes & Haliburton Haliburton Caregiver Support Group 10am 705-878-0126 to register FEB 28-The Salvation Army, Fenelon Falls Baby Song,10:30 am to noon. Weekly for 10 weeks. This free program is for Parents/Caregivers and their infants ages 0 - 12 mos. Learn songs, play games, learn baby massage, sign language, make baby food, encourage growth and development. Take a break and meet new friends. To register or for more info, please call 705-887-3031 March 1-Mini-Buck Euchre Bobcaygeon Senior Citizens Center 7 P.M Everyone welcome for info call Larry 705-738-6930 March 1-Open Mic Country Music Jamboree.

Beaverton Legion Branch 135. 2-6p.m. $5p.p MAR 2-Bobcaygeon Senior Citizen’s Hall Evening of Music and Dance. 7:30p.m. You are welcome to bring your instrument. $3. Please bring a light lunch or snack for social time. Coffee and tea will be supplied.

MAR 3-Church Supper 4 p.m. — All ages. St. James Anglican, Fenelon Falls. Call 705-887-2537 for more information.

MAR 5-The Burnt River bingo is starting. Early bird games start at 6:45 pm.

MAR 6-Big Buck Bid Euchre Coboconk Legion Play starts at 11:00 $10 p.p. includes light lunch MAR 6-Spring Dinner Theatre advance tickets now on sale at the Buckhorn Community Centre for the April performance of the comedy, Meet My Husbands.

Call 705 657-8833 to reserve your tickets.

MAR 7-Fenelon Falls United Church present Ian Thomas in concert at 8pm. Call Barbara at 705-8873579 or the church office at 705.887.3040 to get your tickets MON-24/7 Kids at Bethel Christian Fellowship for children grades 1 to 5. Making the Bible practical.

Games, snacks & activities. 4 - 5:30. Free! www. bcfonline.ca TUES-Monarch Bible Camp. Girls on the Rock – Free program for girls grades 6 to 8. Henderson House Kawartha Settlers’ Village Contact: Village Baptist Church 705-738-3995 TUES & WED-Chess players of all ages are welcome at the Buckhorn Community Centre. Call 705-6578833 for more info.

TUES, WED & THURS-Community Cafe at the Buckhorn Community Centre 8:30 to 11a.m. Drop in for bottomless coffee and a treat for a small cost.

Bring your computer and use the WiFi .

MAR 16-MINI BUCK BID EUCHURE Bobcaygeon Senior Citizens Center 7 P.M. Everyone welcome for infor call Phil 705-738-6271 MAR 17-Country Jamboree at the Buckhorn Community Centre, 1 pm - 5 pm. Bring an instrument or sing or dance - Admission $5. Snack Bar, LLBO. Wheelchair accessible, lots of free parking.

MAR 17-Trinity United Church St. Patrick’s Day Ceilidh. 12p.m. Lunch, entertainment, quizzes and prizes. Adults $10; under 10 $5. $30 family (2 adults, 3 children) Tickets availble Feb 17 at church office (no ticket sales at door) MAR 23-Spaghetti Dinner and Loonie Auction hosted

by The Fightin’ Fillies, Relay For Life team. Burnt River Community Centre. Doors open at 5pm - Supper at 6pm Loonie auction to follow! Tickets $10 - available at the door or in advance at Kathy’s Pet Foods in Fenelon Falls. Proceeds go to the Canadian Cancer Society Contact: Christina Handley 705-454-3761 or by email: christina@christinahandley.com

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MAR 2 Depart

Kawartha Settlers’ Village This has been two years of great optimism for Settlers’ Village.

Our group is blessed with dedicated volunteers who work at and sponsor our events. The events provide venues for us to raise funds for the enhancements to the Village. These enhancements create an atmosphere of community and belonging for each of us involved in Settlers’ Village. This gives all of us the ability to take an ownership role. It is truly a unique setting for every group involved, be it artists, carvers, basket makers, bunka, quilters, bakers, musicians, historians and more.

We all have the opportunity to foster a preservation of our past for those who come after us.

We have the historical significance of our settings, the buildings, the artifacts, the family histories and the property to display it on. Many have worked hard before us to create this jewel of a place we commonly call Settlers’ Village.

Our Local ROYAL CANADIAN

Legion News “At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.”

Branch 238 23 Veterans Way Fenelon Falls (705) 887-3041 • New email account for Event Enquiries: fenelonlegion.events@gmail.com • All General Enquiries: br238rcl@gmail.com

With ownership comes responsibility. Our responsibility is to ensure that Settlers’ Village is maintained and utilized to its best advantage.

As your new General Manager, this was my goal: To enhance the experience and optimize the usage of Settlers’ Village.

I received the help of every volunteer to achieve this success. Sustainability, historical preservation, education, environmental responsibility – and just plain having a good time – were all significant goals.

I thank you for your support and I look forward to seeing you at many of our functions.

Gail Thomassen, General Manager

DID YOU KNOW That Legally...

The term “no-fault” insurance implies that no single person is at fault when a motor vehicle accident occurs?

The truth is, each party involved in the accident reports it to their own insurance company. At that point it doesn’t matter who was at fault.

But, under this no-fault system, did you know that you are able, in a tort action to claim/sue the driver who caused the accident? You may be able to make a claim of damages for non-economic losses, and any other excess costs not covered by your insurer.

Of course, you must be able to support your claim with proper evidence in order to be successful, as well as initiate the lawsuit within the proper limitation period. If your losses or damages are under the $25,000.00 amount, you may sue in Small Claims Court, whereby a licensed paralegal may represent you in the matter.

Donna M. Wood is a Licensed Paralegal with Wood Paralegal Law Office, Bobcaygeon.

Branch 239 96 King St E Bobcaygeon (705) 738-2710 • “Ladies Night Out” Friday, April 12th More information forthcoming.

• Monthly “Big Buck Euchre” Monday, February 25th – 10 am. Cash prizes, lunch.

• Thursday night: Hamburger Night, Fun Euchre starts at 7 pm.

• Every Friday night is “Wing Night”.

• Friday nights in March and April: Karaoke contest, great prizes – A.O.M. event.

John McGrath Branch 441 11 County Road 503 Kinmount (705) 488-3462

• B ingo every Friday night 6:45 pm with $300 “Must Go” jackpot • Meat Draws Saturday afternoons at 5 pm • Saturday February 23rd at 7 pm: Open Mic Jam Session with Danny Nickel and Paul Micallef – Come on out and sing or play.

Free Admission Your Legion Branch is a vital part of the community.

The Promoter invites area Branches to submit brief updates on your Legion News.

Please send your submission, 50 words or fewer, to editor@thepromoter.ca on alternate Wednesdays beginning February 27.

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Seniorso’ n Lunchel Specia Every Monday & Tuesday

Great food!

Great music!

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Starlight Ball May 11, 2013

Globus is turning 10 and that deserves a party to end all parties!

Tart up the tux, dust off the diamonds and join us for a night of dancing and carousing!

A delectable 5-course meal, exciting prizes and the musical and comedic talents of some of your favourite actors from our past 10 seasons.

Get those dancing shoes ready and prepare to party into the wee hours.

Raise a glass to our first 10 seasons and help us make sure we’re around for another 10! Cheers!

Red Carpet 7pm - Dinner 8pm - $50 + hst

Globus Theatre 10th Anniversary Season 2013 The Hound of the Baskervilles

By Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Adapted by Steven Canny and John Nicholson June 26th – July 6th A Wonderfully Barking Spoof!

Back in 59

Created by Thom Currie July 9th – July 20th A rollicking non-stop musical journey.

On a First Name Basis

by Norm Foster Aug 6th – Aug 17th Norm Foster himself stars in his latest comedy.

Sexy Laundry

by Michele Riml Aug 21st – Aug 31st A romantic comedy of relighting that spark!

Shirley Valentine

by Willy Russell July 24th – Aug 3rd Starring Sarah Quick as Shirley.

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