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Mapleton cultural planning process gets underway with mapping exercise
Learning in the community - Students from Drayton Heights Public School’s JK/SK Class C, along with their teacher Amanda Marson and parent helpers, visited Studio Factor as part of their Community Helper Unit. Students learned about graphic arts and painted snowflakes during their visit on Nov. 20. photo by Caroline Sealey
MAPLETON - The township’s first municipal cultural plan will promote Mapleton as “a creative and vibrant community with rich and diverse cultural resources that contribute to growing the local economy and enhancing quality of life.� In a Nov. 19 press release, Mapleton’s business development and marketing coordinator Crystal Ellis states, “Cultural planning is a wonderful opportunity for Mapleton to make connections, identify our cultural assets and establish a strategy to build upon and enhance the cultural economic base that currently operates and that has the opportunity to grow in Mapleton.�
Drayton area farmer named Ontario Forage Master TORONTO - Drayton area farmer Simon Signer was named Ontario Forage Master for 2014 at a recognition event at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair on Nov. 12. Signer and wife Kristina operate Sigview Farms Limited near Drayton. He credits high quality forage as the foundation for their 47-head Brown Swiss milking herd. The annual Ontario Forage Master competition is an annual event sponsored by Pickseed Canada Inc., SGS Agri-Food Laboratories, the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair and the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA). There were over 200 entries this year, representing 24 different counties and districts. Local winners are declared based on field judging of forage quality. From there, winners have the opportunity to move to the public speaking portion of the competition, staged at the provincial level. Participants present how forages are selected, grown, harvested, stored and utilized for top production on
Forage master - Kristina Signer (holding daughter Felicity) and 2014 Ontario Forage Master Simon Signer receive recognition from OSCIA president Allan Mol. submitted photo their farms. Judging is done by a panel of experts. “All of our four finalists in this year’s Ontario Forage Masters competition were dairy producers that had no difficulty expressing their views on the role of forages in their cropping and feeding programs,� says Allan Mol, OSCIA president. “That made the judges’
decision difficult, but Simon Signer’s presentation had just a little extra polish that made him this year’s winner.� SGS AgriFood Laboratories spokesman Nelmy Narvaez said Signer was “an excellent speaker providing a clear and organized presentation with techniques easily applicable and transferable. “He demonstrated that the
real value of forages is given by farming practices focusing on producing quality forage with proper management.� Signer took over management of the dairy farm from his parents in 2011. “We aim for top quality forage without sacrificing yield or plant health,� said Signer. “Quality never lets you down.� Signer now qualifies to compete in the 2015 American Forage and Grassland Council’s Forage Spokesperson Competition to be held in January in St. Louis, Missouri. The OSCIA is a grassroots farm organization committed to facilitating responsible economic management of soil, water, air and crops through development and communication of innovative farming practices. Pickseed Canada Inc. is a leader in the development, production and distribution of turfgrass and forage crop seed. SGS Agri-Food Laboratories Inc., based in Guelph, is the largest independent agriculture testing lab in Ontario.
The goal of the plan is to establish a cultural vision for the township as well as identify concrete strategies and actions to support cultural and broader economic development goals. The first step is completing a cultural mapping exercise that develops an inventory of cultural resources within the community. The next step will be a community engagement process to seek ideas and input to help shape the vision, directions and priorities of the plan. Input and insight will be sought from culture and heritage groups, the business community and interested residents. The project is being supported by a steering committee
made up of municipal staff and key community stakeholders who will offer insights into cultural needs and opportunities in the municipality. To assist with the development of the plan the municipality has engaged Millier Dickinson Blais Inc. to lead the planning process. The consulting firm has completed more than 35 cultural plans for communities of all sizes and circumstances across Canada. Mapleton’s municipal cultural plan is being undertaken with funding support from the County of Wellington’s Business Retention and Expansion Municipal Implementation Fund.
Township prioritizes projects for 50/50 funding program by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - The township has identified five projects as top priorities for the municipality’s 50/50 funding program. At the Nov. 11 meeting, Mapleton council approved a recommendation from the Parks, Culture and Recreation Committee to direct staff to seek proposals from local service groups, recreation associations and corporate partners to participate in 50/50 funding with the township for the following projects:
- Maryborough Community Centre accessibility; - Drayton Kinsmen Park washroom accessibility; - Rothsay Park playground equipment replacement; - Glen Allan playground equipment; and - Moorefield ball diamond scoreboard. Other projects recognized by staff as priorities, but not making the list were signage for the Drayton Walking Trail and Centennial Park trails and lighting for the Drayton ball diamond and soccer field.
Santa headed to Mapleton MAPLETON - Santa Claus is coming to town three times this holiday season. Santa will make three stops in Mapleton to participate in local Christmas parades:
- Dec. 5 at 7pm in Drayton, followed by Christmas Tree Lighting at the Fire Hall; - Dec. 6 at 1pm in Moorefield; and - Dec. 21 at 2pm in Alma.
McCotter wins Perth-Wellington Liberal nomination STRATFORD - PerthWellington has a new Liberal candidate for the next federal election. Stephen McCotter, a St. Marys municipal councillor, small business owner and area lawyer, defeated St. Marys businessman Colin Thomson at the Nov. 9 nomination meeting in Stratford. In his speech at the meeting, McCotter focused on the need to return the riding to its tradition of community and opportunity. He called for more
attention and support from the federal government, citing a number of decisions made in Ottawa over the past 10 years that, in McCotter’s view, had a negative impact on the towns and communities in Perth-Wellington. In particular, he cited federal decisions resulting in cuts to local VIA Rail service, diminishing support for veterans, uncertainty and increased foreign competition for local farmers, phasing out home mail delivery, declining financial support for arts, culture and
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will walk through the door of their business, and don’t have the good fortune to count on a guaranteed pay cheque,� he said. “My decade-and-a-half as a small business operator has exposed me to this realty first-hand, and I am very aware of the impact government can have on the effective operation of a business. This experience is one I will bring to the fore if given the opportunity.� McCotter, a lifelong resident of St. Marys, emphasized Continued on page 8
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Above and beyond - Alma Optimist president John Broadfoot, left, presented long-time member Barry Johnson with the club’s Optimist of the Year Award at the group’s Nov. 18 dinner meeting. The award goes to an individual who demonstrates outstanding dedication and hard work toward advancing Optimism in the club and community. Club officials say Johnson, a member since 1975, has devoted an exceptional amount of time and “embodies the true spirit of giving.� photo by Caroline Sealey
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Norwell Redmen hosting high school hockey tourney
PALMERSTON – The Norwell Redmen varsity hockey team is hosting an 18-team tournament on Nov. 27 and 28. Teams from across southwestern Ontario are competing in the two-day event, which is in its 21st year. Games are being played in Palmerston, Drayton, Harriston
and Listowel. The Redmen opened the tournament in Palmerston on Thursday morning vs. Waterloo Collegiate at 8:30am and was scheduled to play at 1:30pm vs. St. Thomas Aquinas of Oakville and at 4pm vs. Sir Frederick Banting of London. All teams were slated to
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FLORADALE 2 DRAYTON 0 This tightly-fought game did not produce a goal until midway through the third period. Nick Martin started the play with a pass across the ice to Javon Martin, who cut in front of the net and dropped a pass to Corey Wideman. Wideman sent the puck to the glove side of the goaltender to register the goal. Drayton fought hard for the tying goal but was denied. With one second left on the clock Floradale struck again. Dan Martin slipped a pass to Wideman who sent the puck underneath the crossbar to finish the game. COMMUNITY 3 LISTOWEL 2 Listowel started things off midway through the first period. A rush at the net had Curtis Wagler find the spot for the first goal, assisted by Travis Kuepfer and Kyle Streicher. Community came back to tie the game early in the second. A leading pass by the goaltender, Chris Stevens gave Joe Clemmer a rush down the ice. Clemmer slipped a pass to Tony Martin who went to the net and knifed a back hander into the near side corner. Community took the lead in the second with a power play. Tanner Hackbart and Tony Martin worked the puck deep to centre a pass to Joe Clemmer. Clemmer slipped the puck along the ice to beat the netminder. Listowel tied the game back up before the period ended. Josh Shantz circled a loose puck behind the net and tucked it into the opposite corner to even the score. Community pressed in and was rewarded in the final minute of play. Tony Martin centred a pass to Tanner Hackbart who flipped the puck into the
open corner for the winning goal. BETHEL 6 MISSIONARY 2 An early power play gave Bethel a first-period lead. Mackenzie Bauman and Brandon Shoemaker created a scramble at the net and Matt Horst found the open spot for the goal. Bethel added a goal early in the second. Zach Bauman took the puck deep and Ben Wideman centred a pass from behind the net. Matt Horst skated into the pass and rifled a slap shot underneath the crossbar. Bethel added one more goal in the final minute of the period. Mackenzie Bauman skated a loose puck the length of the ice, snapped a shot on net and buried his own rebound for the unassisted goal. Bethel kept the scoring alive in the third period. Mackenzie Bauman set up Mike Seiling for a goal on the glove side. Missionary finally came back with a goal. Brady Franklin and Nathan Rhame worked the puck to tee up Dylan Bults on the left wing. Bults blasted a slap shot to send the puck ringing off the inside of the left post. Missionary edged closer still with another goal. Defenceman Dave Arndt set up Curtis Bults for a rush at the net. Bults skated to the net and tucked the puck into the short side corner. Bethel responded with a power play goal. Mackenzie Bauman converted another loose puck into a goal. A hard slap shot along the ice left the puck at the back of the net. Bethel added one more final goal to finish the game. Brandon Shoemaker sent a rising wrist shot over the glove of the goaltender to complete the convincing win.
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Mapleton hockey stars making impact at top levels
Memorabilia donation - Mayor Bruce Whale, of Goldstone, presents a framed photo and list of members of the local 1931 girls baseball team to Alma Optimist Club president John Broadfoot. Ontario champions, the Alma Maple Leafs were the first team outside of Toronto to play under lighting. Dr. George A. McQuibbon, a general practitioner in Alma, formed and sponsored the team and the lighting at the diamond. Whale also gave the organization a jacket belonging to his late father, Elwin. The jacket dated back to 1970. Both items will be on display in a cabinet at the Alma Community Centre. photo by Caroline Sealey
MAPLETON – With the 2014/15 season well underway, several hockey stars from Mapleton are making their impact at the highest levels of the game. Drayton’s Nick Spaling, a winger/centre who was traded from the National Hockey League’s Nashville Predators to the Pittsburgh Penguins this summer, has seven points, eight penalty minutes and a plus-four rating in 19 games with his new team this season. Recently, Spaling has served as a second-line winger alongside star Evgeni Malkin and Patric Hornqvist. Spaling was traded along with Hornqvist from Nashville. Prior to making the NHL, Spaling played OHL hockey with the Kitchener Rangers and Junior B with the Listowel Cyclones. Coincidently, both teams currently ice players who call Mapleton home. Through 20 games with
MPP Pettapiece critical of ‘secret deal’ with consultant to manage ice storm fund QUEEN’S PARK – Perth Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece says the Liberal government has made a “secret deal” with a consulting firm to manage a provincial ice storm relief fund, as municipalities continue to wait for financial relief. Nearly 11 months after the 2013 ice storm, many municipalities remain “frozen out of provincial assistance,” states a press release from Pettapiece’s office. Pettapiece raised the issue in the Legislature during question period on Nov. 20. “How many thousands of dollars that should be going to municipalities for disaster relief is instead being spent on consulting fees?” he asked. Pettapiece criticized the government for hiring
Legion hosts euchre event An LA Challenge Euchre was held at the Palmerston Legion branch on Nov. 3. Helen Quinn and Gord Northcott attained the high score. Liz Nickel and Jessie Hotchkiss were second and Bernice Sockett and Anna Mae Hembly placed third. Hidden number winners were Anne Tucknott and Yvonne Garness. Carmel Hutchison, Ron Weber recorded the most lone hands. The next Challenge Euchre is Dec. 1 at 7:30pm and everyone is welcome.
LandLink Consulting, “so far with nothing to show for it.” The Edmonton-based firm offers “immediate implementation of a disaster recovery program once the provincial government approves a program,” according to the company’s website. Pettapiece panned the government for asking municipalities to take part in a two-hour webinar designed to teach them how to fill out their applications. The press release says a government email states that the web sessions were hosted by LandLink - contradicting the municipal affair’s minister’s statement that “all [training sessions] … were done internally by ministry staff.” “For some municipalities, this is now the third time
they’re being asked to submit an application for assistance,” Pettapiece said after his question. “This is red tape at its worst,” he stated. In his response to Pettapiece, Municipal Affairs Minister Ted McMeekin said ministry staff are processing paper work related to the program “as quickly as they can and as the paperwork comes in we’re releasing that money.” Video of the exchange shows McMeekin also pointed out that when the Conservatives were in power they spent $650 million on consultants in 2001 and 2002. “In the last three years, our figure is under $300 million,” he said, adding “We’re working hard to curb the use of separate consultants.”
the Ontario Hockey League’s Kitchener Rangers this season, Mapleton’s Brent Pedersen, 19, has registered eight goals and seven assists for 15 points, and also has 21 penalty minutes and a plus-six rating. The left winger, who was drafted by the Carolina Hurricanes in the fifth round (126th overall) of the 2013 National Hockey League draft, last season registered 31 points in 67 games. Tim Nauta, who played AAA Midget hockey in Waterloo, is following in Spaling’s skate tracks with the Cyclones. The second year forward is currently tied for the lead in team scoring with 22 points (11 goals, 11 assists) in 22 games. Last season with the Cyclones, his first in the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League, Nauta recorded 18 points (six goals, 12 assists) in 47 games.
Downed tree blocks road in Mapleton MAPLETON – High winds and rain which battered the region on Nov. 24 caused damage throughout the area and briefly shut down a local road. Early Monday morning Wellington OPP tweeted a warning that Concession 12 between Sideroad 15 and Wellington Road 11 was blocked due to a downed tree. Around 9pm police reported the road was open, but were warning the public to stay clear of trees and hydro lines due to high winds. “If you see downed hydro lines call 911 and do not approach them,” police cautioned.
Historical society welcomes submissions for annual publication WELLINGTON COUNTY – Have you ever thought of writing something historical? The publications committee of the Wellington County Historical Society thinks you can. And, they hope you will, because the committee is always looking for articles for its annual Wellington County history publication. The committee recognizes that for most people the notion of rooting around attics, snooping through old buildings or visiting the Wellington County Archives searching for clues, and then putting pen to paper, may seem a bit beyond them.
Not so, says committee chair Helen Aitken. “The articles that appear in Wellington County History are carefully researched and wellcrafted,” said Aitken. “They run the gamut from the scholarly to the anecdotal, and both make for interesting reading by a pretty broad audience.” Though many articles deal with some aspect of the greater human pageant – war, famous and notorious people, early settlement in the county and the like – many more deal with simple daily life as it used to be lived in Wellington County.
And they make for great reading, society officials say. “It’s history with a small h,” the group states in a press release. “It’s close and it’s personal and it’s vitally important to examine and record it for present and future generations.” The historical society’s publications committee plans to offer a one-day seminar in late March to help would-be historians get started. Details of the seminar will be announced in the new year. In the meantime, Aitken encourages those with submissions to contact her at Aitken.helen@gmail.com.
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The federal government came under considerable scrutiny last week over revelations it has tucked more than a billion dollars in unspent money budgeted for Veteran’s Affairs Canada back into general revenues since 2006. Critics, perhaps predictably, argue the Conservatives are fattening up a surplus in advance of an election. Financial statements show government departments regularly put millions of unspent money back into the treasury. That’s actually very good news and it belies the common perception of department heads wantonly spending every last dime allocated in an effort to ensure their budgets aren’t reduced the following year. However, the news of the unspent cash earmarked for veterans has upset advocates such as the Royal Canadian Legion, whose spokespeople say the money could have been spent on ill or injured veterans in need. The Legion is still waiting for a response after asking Veteran’s Affairs minister Julian Fantino why he said his department didn’t have enough money to increase programs for veterans in need when there was still hundreds of millions of dollars left in the budget. The current administration already has a rocky relationship with veterans over such issues as the closure of veterans offices around the country and allegations of inappropriately discharging injured veterans from service. So the optics of this latest revelation are not positive, particularly so soon after a Remembrance Day commemorating the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War, and the recent fatal attacks on Canadian soldiers in Ottawa and Quebec. Still, it’s an ill wind that blows no one any good and, surprise, surprise, Sunday brought an announcement that the feds will invest $200 million over six years to address mental health issues among members of the armed forces - assuming the money gets spent, one might be tempted to add. Whether or not the timing is suspect, it appears the government is going to put some dollars toward addressing an important issue for soldiers. Statistics Canada says about one in six full-time members of the Canadian Forces experienced symptoms of mental health or alcohol-related disorders in the past year. Statistics also show a disproportionately high number of suicides among members of both the regular forces and military reservists in Canada. If the move is largely a reaction to the earlier negative publicity on the file, well perhaps that’s how things have to work these days. Hopefully it’s a lesson learned by this government on the proper treatment of soldiers and veterans. Responsive government or damage control? Pragmatism or politics? Sometimes it’s hard tell the difference. Patrick Raftis
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Mapleton Musings Column courtesy of Mapleton Historical Society
Egg Circles, a forerunner of agriculture marketing boards? In the early history of our part of the country we read of farmers’ wives earning a bit of money from the sale of eggs or bartering them for other basic necessities at the local stores. Eggs were gathered and saved until a few dozen had accumulated. There were no regulations and accounts of stale or rotten eggs were not uncommon. The other day I chanced to read a May 8, 1913 issue of a local newspaper that described the co-operative Egg Circles established with assistance
and encouragement of the Livestock branch of the Federal Department of Agriculture. At the time the article was written there were 10 circles in Ontario and Quebec. The news article was designed to inform and encourage farmers to establish these co-operatives in their communities. Having grown up on a mixed farming operation, I was quite interested to learn about these Egg Circles and that by then the poultry breeders had formed the Poultry Producers’ Association of Canada. The concern of the government, the poultry producers and the general public was to have
fresher and quality-improved eggs reaching the consumers. Farmers and country stores still held eggs until a quantity had been accumulated before shipping them to the cities for sale. The aim of these co-operative circles was to have the eggs in any given community collected and marketed frequently and regularly to “ensure the consumer a newlaid egg of uniform quality at no great increase in cost.” Officers of the Department of Agriculture were “in the field” to assist in forming those co-operatives. They provided advice and copies of a sample constitution and bylaws. A cir-
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some circles where members delivered their eggs to existing facilities such as a creamery, cheese factory or store. From there the manger had the eggs graded and shipped. One of the aims of the cooperatives was to narrow the difference between the price received by the farmer at the local country store and the price paid by the consumer in the city. As always supply and demand dictated the price and the article quoted prices received by the members of the cooperatives at 45 to 50 cents a dozen for eggs produced in December of the previous year,
but did not quote the consumer price. In the same newspaper the Drayton Market price to the farmer for eggs was quoted at 17 to 18 cents a dozen. The implication of all this seemed to be that through the co-operative the farmer would receive a much better price for his eggs and the consumer could be assured of a better quality product. Whether there was ever a local Egg Circle or not I don’t know, but in the 1930s and ‘40s the Drayton Creamery did collect eggs and grade them before shipping them off for retail sale. Submitted by Jean Campbell
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by Jaime Myslik GUELPH - Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police and Guelph Police Service kicked off the Festive Reduced Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) campaign for the 2014 holiday season on Nov. 19. For more than 30 years the province-wide RIDE program has run year-round and it is stepped-up over the festive season due to the higher volume of parties, celebrations and family gatherings. Elizabeth Kent is the board chair of Mothers Against Drunk Driving Wellington Stumbling stones - A Dutch newspaper article featuring Greta County, another partner in the VanGroningen’s 96-year-old aunt Johannes Holle describes the Festive RIDE campaign. horrors of her Jewish neighbours being removed from their At the kick-off on Nov. 19 homes by uniformed men and transported like cattle to conin Guelph, she said on average centration camps during the Second World War. Holle was the four Canadians per day are only resident of Muntendam, Groningen who was able to help killed from impaired driving the Valk family, descendants of Holle’s Jewish neighbours, in and 175 are injured because their search for the family’s home. Holle’s information lead of it. the Valk family to “stumbling stones” that had been ceremoni“It’s a hundred per cent preously cemented into the sidewalk in front of the family’s home. ventable,” she said. “Because Stumbling stones, placed in front of war casualties’ homes, are people make the decision; they not flush with the ground. These stones are placed in rememmake a choice to drive.” brance of casualties of war and symbolize bringing the victims To help prevent impaired back home. photo by Caroline Sealey driving this holiday season, Wellington OPP, Guelph police and MADD Wellington j Gz G Gk suggest that drivers plan ahead. If they are going to a party Located in Drayton they should arrange for a cab, get a ride with friends or family, stay overnight or find some other alternative that takes driving out of the equation if they are drinking. h Gs Gj j aG\X`T[`]T\]W^ Guelph police and l aG g U Wellington OPP will be runModel Suites Now Open ~ aG aVV U ning the RIDE campaign every Drop by for a tour Tuesdays & Saturdays weekend from now until Jan. 12:30pm-4:30pm. 519-496-5607. 2, with an extra program on Jan. 31.
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cle was governed by a board of directors, chosen from among the members. Each member of the circle/association agreed to stamp each egg from their farm with a number designated by the board. The number identified the eggs of each member when graded and payment was made according to quality. The board of directors hired a manager whose job it was to collect, grade and sell the eggs. He then apportioned the returns to each member according to the quantity and quality received from them. In most circles the eggs were collected at regular intervals at each farm. There were, however,
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by Jaime Myslik WELLINGTON COUNTY - Throughout Wellington, food banks and similar organizations are stepping up to ensure families in need receive help to make the Christmas season special for everyone. The Drayton Food Bank is operating a Christmas food hamper program this year, said volunteer Shane Stege. And because people are familiar with the program, the food bank is already getting calls. To qualify the family must have a local phone number. “Somebody calls up and asks for a food hamper and then we make a food hamper and, it’s a little special at Christmas because we’ll throw a turkey and a bit of extra food in and then they come and pick it up (on Dec. 20),” Stege said. The food bank puts together the hampers with donated goods and food it buys with donated money. Hampers may contain cheese, milk, bread, potatoes, eggs, canned foods, soups, lasagnas, noodles and more. Stege said the hampers will likely fill two banana boxes or more this year, hopefully lasting at least a month.
Last year there were about 32 hampers given out at Christmas, Stege said. Palmerston Food Bank The Palmerston Food Bank is giving out an additional Christmas hamper regardless of its regular food distribution schedule. However, people who apply for these hampers do not necessarily have to be registered with the food bank. The Christmas hampers include enough food for Christmas dinner, said food bank president Barbara Burrows. The food bank works with schools and churches in the area that gather gifts to accompany the hampers for children and maybe the adults, she said.
“If you all work together and communicate it’s amazing what we can do,” Burrows said. The food that goes into the hampers is partially from the food bank’s stock and partially from what is donated just for the Christmas hampers, like turkeys. The food bank asks that individuals seeking a Christmas hamper put in their request by the first week of December. The hampers will likely include a turkey, potatoes, vegetables, stuffing, juice, buns and dessert. Though it is for a Christmas meal, the supplies will last for more than just one day, Burrows said.
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By Laurie Langdon Behind me: shame, regret over missed opportunities, guilt over past failure and the excuses of unfavorable circumstances. Wherever I was grace has been and whatever I remember grace has forgotten. Beside me: conflict, weakness, struggle, misunderstanding or overwhelming temptation is replaced by the assurance, “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup runs over” (Psalm 23:5). In front of me: fear, future uncertainties, things that you know you won’t be able to cope with is covered. His grace is sufficient - either for endurance or deliverance. I know that “The Lord himself goes before [me] and will be with
Blessing on Earth as it is in heaven God’s word tells us, “In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace which He made to abound toward us in all wisdom and prudence” (Eph. 1:7-8). It also states, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ” (Eph 1:3). And if I am walking in the blessing of God, on earth as it is in heaven, I am walking in a grace that is “sufficient” (2 Cor. 12:9).
[me]; he will never leave [me] nor forsake [me] ...” (Deut. 31:8). When I get in trouble he’s already been there, preparing the distressing situation for my benefit, so that I can endure it, learn from it, and grow stronger because of it. Even as I wallow in its mire, he is planning the escape route. Above me: grace covers that over which I have no control and spiritual powers which influence me. Underneath me: Hell itself is covered. I cannot go low enough to be beyond His reach. No demon is powerful enough to thwart God’s purposes and work in me. No place is beyond God’s grace. While “common” sense tells me that I’m not rich, my “true” sense says I have unlim-
ited resources. I think, feel and act out the truth that “I am complete in Christ!” I act favourably toward undeserving and/or unfortunate people. I treat others graciously, no matter what they deserve. I give to those others have abandoned. I no longer do service as work, since the work is already done. I am not under the burden of restrained actions; I live in freedom, the freedom that comes from a changed nature. I am free from performing as if to pay a debt, to impress others with work or under legal obligation. I live, not to repay God, but as an expression of devotion and love to Him. I live, having the power of the Holy Spirit working within me to do what I can-
not do myself, even the ability to accommodate all kinds of people. I am able to graciously accept new challenges and less-than-ideal circumstances. I live: - not as a worthy achiever, but as an undeserving receiver; - not as one condemned, but as one justified; - not like a servant, for wages, but as a son, with a birthright; - not with an imperfect righteousness, but with Christ’s imputed righteousness; - not basing my life on human regulations, but on divine reconciliation; - not trying to quit sinning, but being assured that all my sin has been canceled; - not to do the law, but as
one delivered from and dead to the law; - not as one reformed, but as one regenerated; - not to become good for God, but as one whom God has fully and freely accepted through Jesus; - not to develop competency in character, but as one complete in Christ; - not under my own power, but always and only under God’s energy; - not to earn acceptance, but drenched in God’s unmerited favour; and - not with conditional blessings, but with those that have been abundantly given. God’s blessing is being poured out all around me. Sounds a bit like heaven on Earth to me.
Snow White: The Panto now on stage are encouraged to cheer the heroine and boo the villain in this interactive family classic. Snow White: The Panto is on stage now through Dec. 21. “Snow White is a timeless story that appeals to every gen-
ST. JACOBS – The St. Jacobs Country Playhouse brings its 2014 season to a close with a fun-filled version of the fairy tale Snow White in the British panto tradition. Theatregoers young and old
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eration,” says artistic director Alex Mustakas. “Bring your children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews to the theatre and make some memories with the entire family this holiday season.” Director David Connolly delivers a funny and fastpaced production full of witty humour and heart, say Drayton representatives. Choreographer Gino Berti has created dance numbers that make even the grumpiest dwarf want to dance along. Music director Charlene Nafziger leads a five-piece orchestra through comedy songs and a well-crafted musical score. Jean-Claude Olivier has designed a set with a wishing well and stunning backdrops, all enhanced by Simon Day’s Continued on page 8
21st century campers - Walter Grose, left, and Andrew Grose of Alma were guest speakers at Arthur United Church’s 122nd anniversary service. The pair talked about 21st century camping. Walter Grose is chairman of Silver Lake United Church Camp and Andrew is a camp counsellor. submitted photo
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81’s sit fifth in North division PALMERSTON – Despite a solid 6-3 record, the Mapleton-Minto 81’s sit fifth in the highly competitive north division of the WOAA Senior ‘AA’ Hockey League after their first nine games. The 81’s trail the Elora Rocks, who have posted a division leading 9-3 record to this point, followed by Saugeen
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GWTG presents premiere of comedy Where Were We, My Darlings?
Mission trip planned - A spaghetti supper, dessert auction and silent auction were held at the Drayton Reformed Church on Nov. 14. The funds will to toward a mission trip to Neon, Kentucky where church members will work on charitable building projects. Members of the mission team served up the meal. photo by Caroline Sealey
Area beverage producer recognized by province for excellence in innovation GUELPH Arthurbased Troll Bridge Creek has been recognized through the Province of Ontario’s Premier’s Award for AgriFood Innovation Excellence program. The program recognizes the innovative contributions of producers, processors, agrifood organizations and rural communities in Ontario. Troll Bridge Creek was a recipient of the regional Premier’s Award on Nov. 17 at a ceremony in Guelph, in part for contribution to the creation of new products and building economic growth in Ontario. “We are thrilled to have our KiKi Maple Sweet Water recognized by the province,” says Keith Harris, CEO of Troll Bridge Creek Inc. “Our
products exemplify what these awards are all about: healthy innovation, new ideas, product excellence and continued business development focused on Ontario based products.” Troll Bridge Creek earned the award for its KiKi Maple Sweet Water line of products. The beverages are based upon maple sap, with a number of flavoured products including Maple, Maple-Strawberry, Maple-Blueberry and Maple Cranberry. The maple sap is sourced locally and the product is bottled in Ontario. “I am so proud of today’s award recipients,” said Guelph MPP Liz Sandals. “It is through their ideas, creativity, dedication and hard work that we are helping
ensure that Ontario remains a world leader in the agri-food sector.” Jeff Leal, Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, stated, “I congratulate this year’s winners of the Premier’s Award for AgriFood Innovation Excellence. Their commitment to creative ideas strengthens Ontario’s world class agri-food sector and positions our province for economic growth.” This award adds to the growing number of accolades for KiKi Maple Sweet Water. This Ontario-based product is now available in three continents. In May Food in Canada, magazine included the company on its 2014 Top 10 Innovators list.
Wellington County Crime Stoppers Mischief at Conestogo Lake Conservation Area MAPLETON - Sometime in the early morning hours on Sept. 1, an act of mischief occurred at the Conestogo Lake Conservation Area located at 6580 Wellington Road 11 in the Township of Mapleton. Culprit(s) smashed the front
window of an out-building located on the property, as well as set fire to a garbage can located in front of the men’s washroom. Anyone with information about this crime or any other crime can call Crime Stoppers
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McCotter wins local Liberal nomination
Liberal candidate - Stephen McCotter was selected to represent Perth-Wellington Liberals in the next federal election at a Nov. 19 nomination meeting in Stratford. submitted photo
FROM PAGE ONE his history in the riding and his intention to focus on local issues. “If given the opportunity to represent Perth-Wellington, I will work hard and advocate fiercely. I will be thorough, forward-thinking and accountable to the people of Perth-Wellington,” said McCotter, adding he would focus on making PerthWellington “a better place to work, live and raise a family.” In his acceptance speech, McCotter thanked his family, supporters and his growing campaign team. McCotter says he was pleased to have begun his nomination campaign in Mount Forest in August and conclude it with an election victory in Stratford. He said he looked forward to travelling the same roads in the weeks and months ahead and working to “deliver tangible positive results to the people of this riding.”
HARRISTON - The comic struggles of an author attempting to put the finishing touches on his latest novel, with a little too much help from the story’s offbeat cast of characters, forms the essence of the Grey Wellington Theatre Guild’s (GWTG) latest offering. The guild is staging the original comedy Where Were We, My Darlings? by local playwright Megan Raftis as the fall production of the group’s 40th anniversary season. GWTG founder Patrick C. Smith, who has a role in the show, is thrilled the guild was able to stage a story written by a homegrown writer as part of its 40th season. Smith said it’s become a struggle in recent years to find something fresh to bring to the stage and “when I read this script I said we just have to do this. “It’s an extremely funny play,” Smith added. Raftis, a Harriston native, has performed numerous roles, both onstage and off in various guild productions since the age of seven. She has previously written four of the youth productions the guild has staged every summer since 2010. “It’s really exciting to have the guild stage one of
Stage comedy - Patrick C. Smith and Flora Burke rehearse a scene from the Grey Wellington Theatre Guild’s new comedy, which opens Nov. 28. submitted photo my plays as a full-scale production. It’s been quite an experience watching them bring it to life in rehearsals,” said Raftis. The humour in the show revolves around the attempts of a writer to find a way to finish his book, careening through a variety of approaches and genres before discovering, to his surprise, the true key to the tale. An experienced cast has been assembled for the pro-
duction, including Patrick C. Smith, Dan Bieman, Patrick Raftis, Flora Burke, Roslyn Fortier and Sherry Campbell. Where Were We, My Darlings? runs Nov. 28, 29, Dec. 4, 5 and 6 at 7:30pm and Nov. 30 at 2pm at the fully accessible Harriston Town Hall Theatre. Tickets are available for $15 at Harriston Home Hardware, Walsh’s IDA in Mount Forest, or by calling 519-338-2778.
Humourous and heart-warming panto takes stage at St. Jacobs Country Playhouse FROM PAGE SIX lighting design. Costume designer Rachel Berchtold has created extravagant costumes full of vibrant colours, cheery patterns and lots of glitz and glamour. From the Queen’s gowns to Nurse Tickle’s outrageous outfits, the lavish costumes capture the essence of each character right down to the adorable forest animals. As the leading lady in this story, Julia McLellan is wideeyed and winsome as Snow White. McLellan recently impressed audiences and critics alike as Ariel Moore in the soldout production of Footloose at St. Jacobs Country Playhouse. Her marvellous singing voice and joyful energy make her ideally suited to the role of the sweet princess. Jamie McKnight, who recently finished the National Tour and Toronto productions of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Wizard of Oz, takes on the role of Prince Justin. McKnight is equal parts charming and funny with all the right moves. As a former member of The Canadian Tenors, his voice is also a standout throughout the production. Drayton Entertainment favourite Jackie Mustakas is well cast as the wonderfully wicked Queen Diabolica, who is envious of Snow White’s youth and beauty. Mustakas captures the true spirit of the villainous Queen commanding the stage with every furrow of her deftly tweezed eyebrows, inciting a cacophony of “boos” from the adoring audience. Tim Porter is appropriately bumbling as the Queen’s goofy woodsman, Woody. A panto wouldn’t be complete without the dame and this production is no exception – Christopher Wilson is outra-
Fairy tale favourite - Julia McLellan, left, as Snow White and Jackie Mustakas as Queen Diabolica in Drayton Entertainment’s Snow White: The Panto, on stage now at the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse. submitted photo geous as Nurse Tickle. Wilson’s lavish costumes and his physical humour elicits laughs at every turn. Jennifer Burke is delightfully sassy in her dual role as the Magic Mirror and the Blues Fairy. Stephan Dickson gives a charismatic performance as Doc, the leader of the dwarves, while Andrew Scanlon is short-tempered but endearing as Grumpy. In his Drayton Entertainment debut, Sam DiGiuseppe is silly and sweet as the dwarf Dopey. Ashley Arnett, Jason Franco, Caitlin Goguen, Sarah Matton and Kyla Musselman round out the ensemble cast, which also features 42 local children who perform on a rotating schedule in three groups throughout the run. Jason Franco is the children’s chorus rehearsal director. “Pantos are a Christmas tradition and I couldn’t think
of a better show to end this exceptional season in St. Jacobs,” says Mustakas. “We are thrilled with the response to Snow White: The Panto. “Sales are soaring with tickets already over 85 per cent sold out - I encourage families to plan ahead and buy tickets now.” Snow White: The Panto is written by Caroline Smith, with orchestrations and arrangements by Steve Thomas and Mike McClennan. Tickets are $42 for adults and $25 for youth under 20. Tickets for groups of 20 or more are $34. Snow White: The Panto is on stage now through Dec. 21. Tickets are on sale and can be conveniently purchased from any computer or mobile device by visiting www.stjacobscountryplayhouse.com, in person at the box office or by calling 519-747-7788 or toll free 1-855-DRAYTON (3729866).