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Friday, September 14, 2012

Palmerston historical treasures on Culture Days tour schedule by Patrick Raftis PALMERSTON - Several stops in Palmerston are on the schedule for a bus tour to view the “Treasures of Minto” as part of this year’s Culture Days activities in the community. The Treasures of Minto Bus Tour is an initiative of the Minto Cultural Roundtable and the municipality. The free tour offers residents an opportunity to explore their own backyard, learn about local heritage and culture, and even get a free lunch. “Founding, Families and Fun” is the theme of the tour on Sept. 29, which begins at 8:30am with a tour of the newly-expanded Harriston library and wraps up around 4pm. The tour through Harriston, Drew, Clifford and Palmerston includes stops at: Harriston’s new Tannery Park area and the

historic Meiklejohn House; the Wightman Historical Museum in Clifford; Reroot Organic farm; Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum and Lions Heritage Park. Speakers, including Ron Leslie, Bruce Shannon, Chad Martin and Minto business and economic manager Belinda Wick-Graham, will provide insight and history on local attractions during the bus ride and walking tours. Pre-registration is required due to limited bus seating and lunch will be provided, courtesy of Savour the Flavours of Minto, to pre-registered participants. To reserve a spot on the tour call 519-338-2511 ext. 232. An informal chat on local history and culture with Minto Mayor George Bridge at the Harriston Library on Sept. 28 at

7:30pm will also be part of the town’s Culture Days agenda. Other activities include: exhibits at the Minto Art Gallery, a Basement Café performance by the Robin Rich Trio at the Harriston United Church and an autumn leaves studio tour. Initiated in 2010, Culture Days is a collaborative coastto-coast volunteer movement aimed at raising the awareness, accessibility, participation and engagement of Canadians in the arts and cultural life of their communities. With the support of a national steering committee and volunteer provincial and territorial task forces, thousands of activity organizers mobilize at the grassroots level to present and coordinate free public activities that take place throughout the country over the last weekend of September each year.

Local players optimistic despite looming NHL lockout deadline Cultural treasure - The Palmerston Lions Park, home of historic Engine 81 will be among the stops on the upcoming Treasures of Minto tour, organized by the municipality and the Minto Cultural Roundtable to celebrate Culture Days. The tour will begin at the library in Harriston at 8:30am on Sept. 29. photo by Patrick Raftis

Mapleton dominates King of the Pull class ELORA – Four Mapleton residents are in the top five in the 32,000 pound class after the King of the Pull competition at the Grand River Raceway grounds in Elora. Matt Ottens of Moorefield and Joe Kieswetter of Alma are tied for first place with 35 points, followed by Michelle Ray of Drayton and John

Driscoll of Moorefield, with 33 points each. Arnold Bouwman of Guelph, with 29 points, rounds out the top five. Other Mapleton residents in the top 10 include Brandon Bults of Alma, in seventh place with 27 points and Larry Schill of Alma, tied for ninth with 19 points. In the 22,000 pound class,

Leon Altena of Arthur leads the way with 40 points, followed by Duane Metzger of Maxwell with 35 points, Kevin Viskaly of Arthur with 33 points, the team of Eli Martin and Abe Harder of Gowanstown with 28 points and Dennis Glesson of Moorefield also with 28 points. The competition continues at the Fergus fair this weekend.

by Chris Daponte WELLINGTON CTY. Two local National Hockey League players are concerned about a Sept. 15 lockout deadline set by commissioner Gary Bettman, but both are optimistic there will be a season whether or not an agreement is reached by this Saturday. “At the end of the day, every player I’ve talked to wants to play,” Jamie McGinn said on Sept. 6. “We just want a fair shake.” The 24-year-old Fergus native is eager to begin his first full season with the Colorado Avalanche after being traded to the team last season from the San Jose Sharks.

NICK SPALING But as part of the NHL Players’ Association, he has been forced to play the waiting game until his union and NHL owners can reach a new collective bargaining agreement. “It’s not a fun game,” McGinn said, but it may be

necessary to ensure the new deal “is fair for all sides.” Drayton’s Nick Spaling, who will turn 24 next week, agreed a delay to the start of the season would be unfortunate, but both the owners and players want to get a deal done. “There’s still a ways to go,” Spaling said last week of the negotiations. “We’ve got to make sure things are in place and that they’re fair for everyone.” Spaling, a Nashville Predators forward entering his fourth NHL campaign, said all players can do is stay in shape and keep up on the latest discussions between the league Continued on page 2

Project to expand Alma school for junior kindergarten approved by Patrick Raftis ALMA – A $250,000 expansion and renovation project to accommodate full-day kindergarten at Alma Public School has received the go-ahead from the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB). The work at Alma PS is part of a series of 10 renovation and construction projects for fullday kindergarten approved by the board, in June. In addition to Alma, UGDSB schools included in the capital plan are: Credit Meadows, Island Lake, Priory Park, Rickson Ridge, Salem,

Willow Road, Centre Peel, Westwood and JD Hogarth. With a target budget of $250,000, the Alma project is among the smallest on the list and won’t require education ministry approval. Ministry approval is required on projects over $250,000. Other projects on the list have budget targets ranging from $245,000 to $1.6 million. The Alma project will involve construction of one additional kindergarten room and a small expansion to an existing classroom. This will

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Kindergarten expansion - Alma Public School will undergo a $250,000 expansion and renovation to accommodate the implementation of full-day kindergarten at the school. photo by Patrick Raftis

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15, although some have suggested that is a ploy aimed at gaining favour with fans. McGinn told the Advertiser that even if a lockout is declared this week, he is optimistic a deal would still be reached that would salvage the 2012-13 campaign. “We’re still hopeful there’s going to be a season,” said McGinn. He added that as of last week he has not made any plans to play elsewhere, noting he intends to stay in the Centre Wellington area until the matter is resolved. “I’m just worried about training for the Avalanche,” McGinn said, noting he has been training in the GTA all summer. “I’m just trying to stay in shape and make sure I’m sharp and ready to go.” Spaling has split time this summer between his parents’ place in Drayton and training in Waterloo with a group of NHL and AHL players. In the short-term, he plans to continue his training in the area, though he noted some players are already making alternative arrangements in case the start of the NHL season is delayed - or lost altogether. “There’s definitely some back-up plans being put into place,” Spaling said, though he added nothing has been confirmed as of yet. Spaling also remains hopeful this season will not be lost. “The end goal for both sides is to play hockey,” he said. Late this week, leading up to the Sept. 15 deadline, Donald Fehr, executive director of the NHLPA, was to meet with over 200 players in New York, while Bettman met with the board of governors.

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FROM PAGE ONE and the NHLPA. “There’s been lots of ways to get involved and stay informed,” said Spaling. He noted players receive regular email updates from their team’s NHLPA representatives and players can attend any meetings they want, whether earlier this summer in Toronto or ongoing talks in New York City. If an agreement can’t be reached between the two sides, the league would lock out players for the second time in eight years and third time since 1994. This time around, the biggest issue is “hockey-related revenue” (HRR); specifically, how that revenue is defined and what percentage players should receive. The league has asked players to reduce their share of HRR from 57 percent to 51 percent (up from its initial proposal of 46 per cent), although some have suggested that figure would actually be closer to 48 per cent if the owners get their way on what defines HRR. The owners also want a five-year limit on contracts. The latest players’ proposal agrees to a reduced share of HRR for three years, with a return to 57 per cent in the fourth year of the deal. While it may appear the sides are arguing over a few percentage points, a three point difference on $3.3 billion in HRR (the figure from last season) amounts to nearly $100 million, causing many pundits to opine the league and players are still far apart on a deal. As late as this week, word was leaked that the players may be willing to play and continue to negotiate even if a deal is not reached by Sept.

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MPPs support Pettapiece motion on rural issues QUEEN’S PARK – MPPs have voted to support a motion introduced by Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece, which calls attention to what he feels is a growing rural-urban divide. The motion, passed on Sept. 6, called on the provincial government to “re-evaluate policies that negatively affect residents of rural and smalltown Ontario and are a source of growing frustration in rural communities, which are key to a strong, healthy province.” “I’m very pleased that we put rural Ontario back on the radar,” said Pettapiece after the vote. “My intention with this motion was to highlight the rural-urban divide and some of the issues that I believe are contributing to it, as well as to get MPPs thinking about ways to bridge that divide.” During the debate, Pettapiece brought forward concerns he’s heard from across Perth-Wellington, including many from local municipal leaders. “Municipal leaders told us that the province too often imposes unfair or unrealistic pressures – financial, regulatory or environmental – on rural municipalities,” he said. Among the area council members Pettapiece quoted during the debate was councillor Neil Driscoll of Mapleton

Township, who said, “We in rural Ontario are tired of being the low-cost solution to bigcity problems.” Pettapiece also blasted the Liberals for the Green Energy Act. “By forcing municipalities to accept industrial wind farms even where there is overwhelming local opposition, the province is telling rural Ontario that its views don’t matter,” he said. Pettapiece also cited comments from Mapleton councillor Andy Knetsch on the Green Energy Act: “Basically, I have difficulty with the province telling us, the local citizens, what is good for us via the creation of legislation and, thus, tying our collective hands.” The Liberal government’s decision to cancel the Slots at Racetracks revenue-sharing agreement, impacting Ontario’s horse-racing industry, is also contributing to a widening rural-urban divide, Pettapiece contends. He spoke about what people said at a public meeting in Wellington County. “They were outraged that the government would kill the horse-racing industry, seemingly to support its intention to build large casinos in urban centres. Many see their own province waging a war against them,” Pettapiece told the leg-

islature. “It’s no wonder we have a divide,” he added. In his remarks, Pettapiece brought forward a range of other issues affecting rural Ontario, including what he sees as over-regulation in agriculture, school transportation procurement policies, skyrocketing hydro costs affecting manufacturing, and the government’s refusal to share gas tax revenues with small and rural municipalities. During the debate on the motion, several Liberal MPPs, including Agriculture and Rural Affairs Minister Ted McMeekin, responded to Pettapiece’s contention the current government isn’t ruralfriendly. “You didn’t talk about a lot of the schools or community projects our government invested in: the Alma Community Hall, the Mount Forest Curling Club, the Mapleton playground, the Palmerston Lions Park, the new Perth East Library, the Mitchell splash pad, the Mitchell Curling Club, the St. Marys accessible playground. You didn’t talk about the Golden Valley Farms investment through AMIS or Erie Meats in Listowel. In fact, you left out a whole lot of stuff that was really important in your effort to denigrate the government and perpetuate the conve-

nient myth you want to create there,” stated McMeekin. McMeekin also pointed to provincial investment in hospital redevelopments in Listowel and Stratford, a dialysis unit at the hospital in Palmerston, a new MRI scanner in Stratford, and plans to develop the hospital in Mount Forest as examples of the Liberal government’s contribution to rural Ontario, including Perth-Wellington. McMeekin also questioned the record of the last Conservative government on rural issues. “The single worst thing that ever happened to rural Ontario was when then-Premier Mike Harris reduced the number of seats in Ontario from 130 to 103,” he stated, adding, “We lost all kinds of influence.” Pettapiece concluded by challenging MPPs from all parties, rural and urban, to address the divide and focus on building the province to the benefit of all regions. “Surely we can agree that a growing divide between urban and rural Ontario is not healthy,” Pettapiece stated. “Surely we can agree that to bridge that divide, to move forward as one province, we need our entire province – rural, urban, north and south – to be successful.”

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Five generations - Elizabeth Praamsma celebrated her 99th birthday surrounded by family at the home of her daughter, Lucy Veenstra in Drayton on Aug. 31. There were five generations present to mark the occasion as a recent addition, great-great-grandson Jakob Klaassen, son of John-Henry and Erica Klaassen, was born just on time for the celebrations. Elizabeth and her husband William Praamsma come to Canada from Holland in 1954 and settled in Hamilton. They moved to Drayton in 1974, when William retired after working many years for Ford in Oakville. From left: front, Wilma Flinkert (granddaughter) of Elliot Lake, Jakob Klaassen, Elizabeth Praamsma and Audrey Flinkert (daughter) of New Liskeard; back, Erica-Lynn Klaassen and John-Henry Klaassen (great-grandson to Elizabeth) of Moorefield. submitted photo

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Minto-Mapleton Health Team offers tips to help with packing healthy school lunches After a whole summer of not having to think about making school lunches for the kids, it’s September and time to get back into the swing of things. Packing healthy snacks and lunches is important. They give children the energy and nutrients they need to learn and play and without them students may find it hard to concentrate during the day. Here are some tips to make packing healthy school lunches easier: Make it a family affair Children are more likely

to eat something they helped pick out or made themselves. Here’s some ideas for making lunch time a healthy and enjoyable break: - give them a list of healthy options to choose from; - let them help in the kitchen – older kids can help make sandwiches and younger ones can help pack snacks into containers; and - bring the kids along to the grocery store to choose some of their favourite foods. Avoid aisles with the unhealthy

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The parents are alright The bleeding hearts are at it again. Last week, the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) issued an editorial advocating for changes to Canadian law and stating that physically disciplining children does more harm than good. The journal specifically targets section 43 of the Criminal Code, which states, “a parent is justified in using force by way of correction ... if the force does not exceed what is reasonable under the circumstances.” Wrote CMAJ’s editor in chief John Fletcher, “Law enforcement officers already have discretion to decide when assault is too trivial to merit the full force of the law, and this applies to children as well as adults. But surely any bias should be toward protecting children, who are the most vulnerable.” Everyone can agree children must be protected, but removing this stipulation in the Criminal Code would open parents to criminal prosecution. In making his argument, Fletcher points to a CMAJ study summarizing 20 years of research that found physical punishment “is no better at eliciting compliance than other methods” and “is associated with behavioural problems in adult life, including depression, unhappiness, anxiety, feelings of hopelessness, use of drugs and alcohol and general psychological maladjustment.” But we fear the CMAJ research likely falls prey, as do most “studies” on the matter, to the most egregious of errors: assuming that a correlation between two variables automatically implies that one causes the other. In trying to make a direct correlation between being spanked and myriad psychological problems, researchers often ignore every other conceivable circumstance and experience that could have led to those maladies. And to make a blanket statement that “physical punishment is no better at eliciting compliance than other methods,” is misleading at best, as every child and every situation is different. If history has taught us anything, it’s that what works for one child doesn’t work for the next - and vice versa. We also object to Fletcher’s failure to differentiate between acceptable spanking and physical punishment that crosses the line. In his editorial, Fletcher argues that, “Clearly, hitting anyone in anger or when losing an argument is bad behaviour. To do this to children sets a bad example and may only teach them that violence is a means to getting their own way.” Here he implies that parents who choose to spank their children are angry and out of control, which is a dangerous and inaccurate assumption to make. Also, we are so sick and tired of hearing that spanking children teaches them that hitting others is okay - it’s complete rubbish. Following that same line of thinking, forcing a child into a “time out” or telling them to go to their room teaches them it is okay to hold others against their will. And taking away toys, TV or other items shows them it is alright to forcibly remove items from someone else against their will (also known as stealing, in the real world). And grounding them shows that it’s okay to impinge on someone’s freedom as payback for another wrong. In the end, the only logical conclusion one can draw from this illogical reasoning, is that parents should not discipline their kids in any way, as it only leads to further unacceptable behaviour. That is ludicrous. Quite simply, any child old enough to be spanked is smart enough to realize the difference between kids and adults. Mom and dad can drive a car but kids can’t. Parents go to work but kids go to school. So children already understand parents can do things they can’t. More importantly, kids recognize parents as authority figures, and they are smart enough to know they are in the wrong when they try to exercise authority over others. We are in no way advocating physical punishment, but we are vehemently opposed to liberal-minded, self-appointed experts trying to push their views and values onto the rest of us. It’s up to parents to decide how to best discipline their children. Canadian lawmakers, like the government, have more important things to worry about - and so should zealots such as Fletcher. Chris Daponte

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snacks like chips and candy. How to make a healthy lunch: - start with Canada’s Food Guide. Try to include at least three or four of the food groups. These include fruit and vegetables, grain products, milk and alternatives, and meat and alternatives; - get creative. Don’t always make the same sandwich – try using a pita, tortilla or crackers. Remember to choose whole grain versions. You can also cut sandwiches into fun shapes using cookie cutters; - limit foods that are high in fat, sugar, salt or calories. Here are some different ideas from each food group: - fruit and vegetables: pepper strips (red, green, yellow), peas in a pod, baby corn, cherry tomatoes, melon balls, zucchini sticks, cauliflower and broccoli trees, sliced fruit (mango, apples, oranges, watermelon, pears); - grain products: tortillas, flatbread, pita bread, cold or hot cereal, English muffins, bran or oatmeal muffins, whole grain crackers, pasta, brown rice, couscous, quinoa; - milk and alternatives: fruit yogurt or soy yogurt, yogurt dip for veggies (tzatziki), milk or fortified soy beverage, cheese cubes, cheese strings, cheese slices, milk-based soup; - meat and alternatives: hard cooked egg, tuna, salmon, chicken, ham slices, hummus, refried or baked beans, almonds or sunflower seeds,

marinated cooked tofu; - send kids to school with thirst quenching drinks such as water or milk. Avoid sending pop, lemonade, iced tea, or sports or energy drinks because these are all high in sugar. Canada’s Food Guide Remember to check Canada’s Food Guide for serving sizes. Snacks are mini meals so try and include at least two of the food groups Here are some great ideas: - fresh cut fruit with a yogurt dip; - nut-free trail mix. Mix dried cranberries, raisins, dried apricots, apple rings, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, with the child’s favourite cold cereal; - yogurt and a small oatmeal muffin; - whole grain crackers with a cheese stick. Food safety Don’t forget food safety:➢ - keep lunches in the fridge until the children leave for school; - use ice packs or a frozen juice box to keep things cold; - use a thermos for foods that need to stay hot; - always wash hands before preparing food. For more information about the free services offered by the Minto-Mapleton Family Health Team visit www.mmfht.ca or call the Drayton office at 519638-2110, or Clifford office at 519-327-4777 to book an appointment.

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COUNCIL DATES Tuesday, September 25, 2012 1:00 p.m. – Regular Meeting of Council Tuesday, October 09, 2012 7:00 p.m. – Regular Meeting of Council Tuesday, October 23, 2012 1:00 p.m. – Regular Meeting of Council

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Mapleton Musings Column courtesy of Mapleton Historical Society Hamlet of Bosworth Bosworth, situated at the corner of the Elora Saugeen Road (now County Road 7) and the township line between the former Townships of Maryborough and Peel, was one of the earlier settlements in Mapleton. This was the main road used by settlers to transport their goods to Elora and Guelph markets. A post office was opened in 1854 and served the community until 1914 when rural mail delivery was established. There were two general stores conducted by

Proctor Brothers and Charles Draper. Two hotels, run by Martin Schneider and Levi Boprie, offered accommodation for both man and beast. Blacksmiths Sam Weir and Silas Hughes plied their trade here as well. They, in time, sold their shops to a Mr. Graham and John Gordon. There was neither a school nor a church at this corner settlement. Instead, folks attended the little one-room log school located on Lot 1, Concession 14 (where the abandoned Zion Hill Cemetery is now) and the small frame Methodist Church

located on Lot 1, Concession 15 just across the concession line from the school. Folks of a different faith no doubt travelled to the nearest church of their choice. Strangely, these business owners apparently did not own the land from which they operated. Their names don’t appear in the land records. One could assume the services they provided warranted the use of this small bit of land from the farms on the four corners of the settlement. Record has been found of a building arrangement between

Maryborough Horticultural Society hosts Fall Flower Show by Linda Timmerman There were 177 entries for the fall flower and vegetable show of the Maryborough Horticultural Society held on Aug. 28. Judge Dorelene Anderson noted it was a very good showing considering the recent hot weather. She gave a number of suggestions on how to best prepare entries for showing. Anderson’s pick for best dahlia went to Jo Houston, best gladiolus to Henny Hof, best design to Hannah Veld, best rose to Leonard Bauman. Most points in the various sections were won as follows: vegetable - Emma Bauman; cut flowers - Clara Bauman; house plants - Rosemary Nibourg; design - Clara Bauman. These winners will each receive a gift certificate for “Blooms ’n Things”. The speaker for the evening was Barry Hopkins, well-known columnist in the Wellington Advertiser, whose topic was “good bugs, bad bugs.” He started out by saying that there really was no such thing as a bad bug - all are

here for a purpose. He went on to describe many of the common bugs that we know, what they are useful for and what to do if you don’t want them. Hopkins doesn’t believe in using insecticides and pesticides and has never used them. A few of his suggestions were: - to discourage potato beetles, put lots of mulch around your plants; - don’t worry too much about cabbage butterflies, they also pollinate other plants; - wasps and hornets are good because they eat other insects; welcome ladybugs because they eat aphids, and dragonflies because they eat black flies; and - Hopkins keeps some goldfish in his rain barrel, they like to eat mosquito eggs. He said everyone should plant flowers to encourage bees (90 per cent of food comes from pollinated plants). At the end of his presentation, it was clear that Hopkins is a lover of insects. During recess, lunch was

Correction: Donations still needed at Drayton Community Food Bank DRAYTON - While the recent Movie in the Park event in support of the Drayton and Community Food Bank was very successful, generating five blue boxes full of food and $100 in cash donations, organizers note the food bank supply is still very low with donations urgently needed. A caption under a photograph of the movie event in last week’s Community News

incorrectly indicated the shelves are now fully stocked. The Community News regrets the error and urges local residents to support the Thanksgiving food drive now underway. Donations can be dropped off at the Drayton food market, Drayton Reformed Church or by calling the food bank at 519-504-2346 to make other arrangements.

served by Jo Houston and Renske Helmuth. Members took advantage of the opportunity to inspect the large number of entries for this show. As part of the business meeting, Bauman reported on the 2012 Ontario Horticultural Association Convention held in Niagara-on-the-Lake. She related that the OHA has 30,000 members and in 2011 387,000 volunteer hours were put in by members of the association. The Harriston Horticultural Society invited all the societies in District 7 for their 60th anniversary celebration on Sept. 10. The next meeting will be held on Sept. 25 at the Moorefield Optimist Hall. Visitors are always welcome.

Jonathon Goulding, who owned the south one/half of Lots 18 and 19, Concession 14, Maryborough, and Charles Draper for the small lot on the north corner. Draper operated his store, and his family lived on this lot for over 20 years. John Sanderson, a store keeper, is listed as the owner of this small lot in 1894. There were five other owners before Thomas Miller purchased this lot in 1925. It is thought that each operated a store. Thomas Miller and his wife Mary operated a gas station

and sold snacks and cigarettes. Thomas also owned a threshing machine and did custom threshing for the neighbouring farmers. By the 1940s the gas pumps had been removed and the store closed. The Millers were the only black family in the area of my small world around 1940. They were certainly a part of our community. Mr. Miller played the violin and often provided music at the neighbourhood house parties. Those were the days when the whole family went to a party. I have

a fond memory of the Millers hosting a party at which, as a small child, I was waltzed around in the arms of a young man of the neighbourhood. Today there is no sign indicating that you are at Bosworth when you stop on Wellington Road 11 before crossing or turning onto Wellington Road 7. Only a few newer houses and a couple of businesses might suggest that there was once quite a settlement at this location.

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An outstanding comedic actor, Deakin has delivered highly memorable performances for Drayton Entertainment as Edna Turnblad in Hairspray and Rodger Hodge in the farce, Who’s Under Where? Terry Barna delivers plenty of laughs as Leon, the long married best friend of Bill. Many are sure to remember Barna as the outrageous rock star, Tommy Quick in Bedtime Stories at St. Jacobs Country Playhouse earlier this summer. Jayme Armstrong takes on the role of Justine, the most imperfect, perfect woman. Armstrong has quickly assembled for this comedy, become an audience favourite including Ian Deakin as Bill, and this year she dazzled local the divorced and dateless stat- theatregoers in such diverse istician in search of excitement performances as Maria in The Sound of Music and Judy in his love life. Bernly in 9 To 5: The Musical. The Love List is directed by Chris McHarge. A wellknown figure in Canadian theatre, McHarge has directed over 100 productions including 11 world premieres of Norm ‹• Š‘•–‹Â?‰ ƒ •’ƒ‰Š‡––‹ †‹Â?Â?‡” ‹Â? Â?‡Â?‘”› ‘ˆ ‹Â? —””ƒ› ™‹–Š ƒŽŽ ’”‘…‡‡†• is hosting a spaghetti dinner Foster’s plays and musicals. ‰‘‹Â?‰ –‘ –Š‡ ‡—Â?‡Â?‹ƒ ĆŹ ›Â?’Š‘Â?ƒ ‘…‹‡–› ‘ˆ ƒÂ?ƒ†ƒǤ in memory of Jim Murray with all proceeds going to the Joining McHarge on the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada. creative team are set designer ‡†Â?Â‡Â•Â†ÂƒÂ›ÇĄ ‡’–‡Â?„‡” ʹ͸–Š ˆ”‘Â? ͡ǣͲͲnj͚ǣͲͲ Â’Â? Stephen Degenstein, lighting designer Lyle Franklin and Wednesday, September 26th from 5:00-7:00 pm ƒ– –Š‡ ‘‘”‡Ď?‹‡Ž† ‘Â?Â?—Â?‹–› ƒŽŽ costume designer Jessica Bray. at the Moorefield Community Hall Tickets can be purchased †—Ž–• ÇŚ Í„ͳʹ Š‹Ž†”‡Â? Č‹͡njͳʹČŒ ÇŚ Í„͸ ÇŚ ‘” ÇŚ by calling the box office at 519-638-5555 or toll free at Adults - $12 Children (5-12) - $6 EAT-IN or TAKE-OUT ‘” Â?‘”‡ ‹Â?ˆ‘”Â?ƒ–‹‘Â? ƒÂ?† –‹…Â?‡–• ‡njÂ?ƒ‹Ž —• ƒ– Œ‹Â?•Œ—Œ—„‡•̡‰Â?ƒ‹ŽǤ…‘Â? 1-855-372-9866. For inforFor more‘” …ƒŽŽ ƒ‹Ž ƒ– ͡ͳ͝nj͸;ͺnj;Ͳ͚͚Ǥ information and tickets e-mail us at mation or to purchase tickets jimsjujubes@gmail.com or call Gail at 519-638-3077. online visit draytonentertainČ— ‹…Â?‡–• ƒŽ•‘ ƒ˜ƒ‹Žƒ„Ž‡ ƒ– Š‡ —””ƒ› ”‘—’ ‡ƒ† ˆĎ?‹…‡ ‹Â? ‘‘”‡Ď?‹‡Ž†Ǥ ment.com.

ST. JACOBS – Have you ever asked yourself, what are the top ten qualities in your perfect mate? This universal question is at the heart of Norm Foster’s irresistible comedy The Love List, on stage at the St. Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre throughout the fall season. The witty script promises to keep audiences laughing eight shows a week from Sept. 12 through Dec. 23. Written in 2003 by Canada’s leading comic playwright, The Love List is a delightful tale of perfection and the pursuit of happiness. Foster’s perceptive look at contemporary dating is also a testament to men who don’t get what they wish for – but get what they deserve.

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True love does not condone defiance, disrespect. Parenting is sure hard work. â˜ş We learn how to be parents from our upbringing, finding ourselves doing and saying much the same things as mom and dad did when we we’re kids, despite the many times we might have vowed we’d be different. A good reminder to us all - our parents weren’t perfect, we’re not perfect, and neither are our kids. I believe there is one Father who is perfect; God Himself. He is a perfect, loving, and patient Father who has demonstrated His love for us by sending and giving His only Son, Jesus Christ, him-

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al love to my kids, especially? As a parent, as a dad, I’m constantly aware of my own shortcomings and weaknesses in the midst of trying to model to our kids unconditional love. I want them to know with a deep-seeded conviction that I love them for who they are, not what they do. I do my best to not only speak words of affirmation, but to reinforce those words with hugs. I’m learning as a father of four under the age of six, there should exist some healthy tension between patient, loving encouragement that gives room for the child to be the person God has created him/ her to be, and firm but fair and consistent discipline.

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OBITUARies Hesselink, Hendrik Jan (Henry); of Drayton passed away peacefully in his 89th year on Sunday, September 9, 2012 surrounded by his family and now is in the arms of his Saviour and Lord. Beloved husband of Dinie (teWinkel) for 53 years. Loving father of Wilma and Stephen Briggs, Jeanette and Ed Kraal, Edwin and Janet Hesselink, Bernice and Ian Clancy and Wes and Angie Hesselink. Precious Opa of Stephanie, Nicholas, Anthony Briggs; Ben (Nadya), Denise (Rob DeWeerd), Natalie, Sean Kraal; Erin, Joel, Renee Hesselink; Katrina, Jessica, Alisha Clancy; Jack and Hannah Hesselink. Great grandfather of Samuel Kraal. Dear brother to Bert (Dinie) teWinkel and Henry (Lillian) teWin-

kel, brother-in-law of Gerda Hesselink and Hylke Wynja. Predeceased by his siblings Truida, Jan and Dinie. The family would like to thank Dr. Donald as well as the staff of the Royal Terrace for their compassionate care. Visitation was held at the Drayton Reformed Church, 74 Wellington Street, Drayton on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Rev. Dirk Kramer conducted the Funeral Service in the Drayton Reformed Church on Thursday, September 13, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Camp Shalom would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to Heritage Funeral Home, Drayton.

Schieck, Marjorie Marie nee Burnett; of Clear Creek and formerly of Palmerston and Drayton passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at age 70. Beloved wife of Ronald Schieck for 53 years. Loving mother of Lorrie and Charles Spaling of Drayton, Debbie and Keith McIntosh of Drayton and Kathy and Steve Kirkham of Cambridge. Dear grandmother and great grandmother of Nicole and Stephen Zmudczynski of Calgary and Nathan, Nicholas and Natasha Spaling all of Drayton; Melissa and Jeff Taylor, Naomi and Brooklyn of Drayton, the late Mackenzie and Ronald McIntosh (twins in infancy 1984), Vanesse and Stefan Soderman of Guelph and Jarrod McIntosh of Toronto; Brittany and Frank Deen and Rachel of Kincardine, Stephany and Kristopher Jamieson of Kitchener, the late Tyler Lopers (2005), and Josh and Chad Kirkham both of Cambridge. Sister and sister-

in-law of Fran and Doug Keena of Waterloo, Earl and Karen Burnett of Bancroft, Stewart and Trudy Burnett of Brockville, Phyllis and Ray Fletcher of Drayton, Joy Burnett of Clifford, Marjorie and Frank Cunningham of Arthur, Joanne and Norman Kidnie of Arthur, Floyd and Donna Schieck of Drayton and Donna and Neil Darby of Rockwood. Predeceased by her parents Orton and Viola (Kincade) Burnett, brother Bill Burnett, sister Ethelwyn Burnett, sisters-in-law and brother-in-law June Burnett and Lorene and Joe McDonald. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. To honour Marj’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Private Family Memorial Service. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Children’s Make A Wish Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to Heritage Funeral Home, Drayton.

Arndt, Robert Harold; The Arndt family sadly announces the passing of Bob on Wednesday, September 5, 2012. Loving husband of Lil (Burns). Proud father of Linda (Paul), Dan (Connie), Wayne (Terry), Marje (Jerry), Doug (Denise), Judy (Darrell), and Bruce (Cindy). Grandfather of 19 grandchildren and 21 greatgrandchildren. Bob was born in Elmira in 1929, son of the late Eva and Henry Arndt. Survived by brothers Peter (Sheila), Paul, Charles (Marjorie) and sisters Eva, Margaret (Frank) and Grace. Predeceased by daughter

Doreen (in infancy) and siblings Harry, Lil, Helen, Lorraine, Joyce, Jean and June. Bob owned and operated Country Radio and T.V. in Drayton, lived in Creekbank and Elmira, and is a lifetime member of Boy Scouts of Canada. The family received their relatives and friends on Thursday, September 6, 2012 from 6-9 p.m. at the Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira. A private family service was held. In lieu of flowers, donations to Wellington Hospice in Guelph would be appreciated. www.dreisingerfuneralhome.com

IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of a dear Husband, Dad & Opa

EVERT MEULENBELT

October 11, 1926 - September 17, 2002 We know a smile we would love to see. A loving face so dear. We know a hand we would love to hold. A voice we long to hear. We know a heart thoughtful and true We know them all, because we loved you. Ten years have passed but still you stay, As near and dear as yesterday.

Love, Jenny. Ellie (Noel), Ed (Kim) & Hetty. Tyla, Wes, Quinn, Marina & Darren IN MEMORY OF MY DAD: EVERT MEULENBELT R.I.P. September 17, 2002 who I love and miss dearly. MY DAD: If I could write a story, it would be the greatest ever told. Of a kind and loving father, who had a heart of gold. If I could write a million pages, I would still be unable to say, just how much I love and miss him, every single day. I will remember all he taught me; I’m hurt but won’t be sad. ‘Cuz he’ll send me down the answers and he’ll always be MY DAD. Love you forever, Hetty

CARD OF THANKS IN MEMORY OF BARBARA CAMPBELL. She passed away suddenly on August 22, 2012. She will be missed but her memory will live on in the hearts of her family. We want to thank all of those who supported and prayed for us during this difficult time. Your words of encouragement will always be remembered. The Campbell Families.

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Mapleton Business Profile

HairStyles provides high-end service at hometown prices From a young age Carrie Edwards always knew being a hairstylist was her passion. Living in Drayton as a child she grew up spending a fair bit of time in a hair salon owned by a friend’s mother, as well as learning some basics from her own mother who had a brief career in the hair industry. Edwards’ interest in hair and design grew from there, to getting her first “creative� clipper cut, trimming and styling friends’ and family members’ hair at the kitchen table with household scissors and arranging up “dos� for fellow Grade 8 graduates. Edwards became a licensed stylist six years ago while living in Waterloo and gained valuable experience in all aspects of the hair industry while working in a children’s salon, barber shop, managing a franchise salon and working in a

high-end salon and spa. Eventually it lead her to the decision to relocate to the small town where her dreams began, which brought her to opening HairStyles located at 54 Dales Dr. in Drayton. The salon was built by Edwards and her boyfriend, who had come across some old barn board which they decided would be the basis for the country design of the salon. HairStyles offers the full services that larger salons and spas in the cities provide, including permanent waving, creative coloring, barbering, professional cut and styles, but with the convenience of being in town, with more affordable pricing. “Bringing home professional products and services without high-end salon pricing,� is Edwards’ motto. She also offers bridal packages

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and children’s cuts. Being a home-based salon means that hours include evenings and weekends, accommodating everyone including commuters who don’t always have time for hair appointments. But Edwards is ready and willing to make the time for her clients. She is always continuing to come up with new ideas and isn’t limiting herself to one specific method, although she still enjoys the more traditional barbering and cutting. There isn’t much she hasn’t tried with hair; experimenting in hair extensions, feather extensions, and chemical hair straightening, and if there is something new she has heard about she won’t hesitate to try it herself. It’s not just about keeping up to date on styles, but also about the creativity as well. 34 Drayton Industrial Dr. Drayton, ON. Call 519.638.3380 or 1.800.378.3282

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“It’s like an art and it’s fun,� she says. Edwards is committed to her community as well, having volunteered in the Teal Streaks for Cancer and she takes donations of hair for Angel Cuts for Kids, an organization that makes wigs for children with cancer. Her client base includes return customers and it continues to grow through advertising and meeting new residents within the community and reconnecting with childhood friends and their families. Edwards hopes to continue to build and grow and one day own a larger salon that would include more of her ideas and dreams. So the when it’s time to trim those tresses or if you’re considering a new “do� give Edwards a call at 519-638-0687.

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