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Vendors wanted for Christmas Craft Show & Sale at Knox Elora Presbyterian Church on November 16. If interested please call 519-846-8061. Cost for tables is a donation.

Fri. Sept 27

Ladies Coffee Hour in Rockwood, last Friday of the month, 9:3011:30am. Everyone welcome. St. John’s Anglican Church, 112 Guelph St. For more info. call 519-856-9211. *** Wing Night Harriston Legion Br. 296. 6:30pm. $12 per person.

Entertainment. For more info. call 519-338-2843. *** Alma Optimist Beef Barbecue. 5-7pm $14. Alma Community Centre. *** Fergus contra dance. 8-10:30pm. Victoria Park Field House, 140 Albert St. W., Fergus. Admission $10 (Students $8) No partner or previous experience necessary. The caller walks us through each dance to learn it. For more information contact Janice Ferri: 519-843-9971. *** Arkell United Church Fall Supper and Musical Hootenanny. 600 Arkell Road, Arkell. Adults $15, Children 5-12 $7, children under 5 - free. Supper 5-7pm. Bring your instrument or just listen.

Draw prizes! For info. or tickets, call Penny 519-822-6709 or Fern 519-836-6777. *** Euchre at St. John’s United, Belwood. 7:30. *** All Saints Community Dinner. Hamburgers, pasta salad, green salad, bread and dessert, all at no charge! Come early for best seating. 6-7pm; no sermon & no charge; free will offerings gratefully accepted & gluten-free available. All Saints Church, 81 Main Street, Erin. “Look for the big white spire”

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Country Dance at the Elora Legion featuring Country Versatiles.

8pm. Cost $10 per person, lunch provided. Call 519-846-9611. *** Marsville Lions Community Breakfast. $5 per plate. Marsville Community Centre. Last Saturday of every month. 7:30-10:30am.

Sausage, eggs, bacon, pancakes, toast, juice, tea, coffee. *** Hopewell Children’s Homes Annual Bowl-A-Thon 1:30-5pm, Woodlawn Bowl in Guelph. For more info. call 519-836-9641. *** 100-Year Feast Fundraiser. A Celebration of the Jesuits at the Ignatius Jesuit Centre, Guelph. Enjoy a fabulous feast of locallygrown food, music and silent auction. $100 ea. Contact 519-8241250 ext 221. *** Walk Thru the Bible - New Testament - at Melville United Church 9 - 3:30pm - light lunch and booklet included in cost. More info. call Thelma French 519-843-5376. Registration forms call Ruth 519-843-5863. *** Homemade Pie Day for Haiti. Ready to bake or freeze 9” Apple Pies and 8” Apple Crisps. Pick up 1pm. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. Call your order in to 519-843-3565. *** Jack Scott Memorial Blue Springs/Sugar Shack Trail Hike. 2pm start, choose either a short or long hike. All welcome. *** Arthur Legion Karaoke. 8:30pm. *** KID’s Club “Me to We” 9-12noon at Knox Elora Presbyterian Church. Stories, Games, Music, Crafts & Fun. Snack provided.

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the Arts. 10am - 5pm. www.elorafergusstudiotour.com. *** Rockwood Co-operative Nursery School is hosting a Concert for Children and Families featuring Kathy Reid-Naiman and CC and Me. Rockmosa Community Centre, (74 Christie St, Rockwood) 10am. Tickets available at the Nursery School (191 Main St. S Rockwood) or at the door. $25 for a family, $10 for adults and $5 for children. *** Country Breakfast at Rockwood United Church 8-11am. Adults $8, Children $5, Families(2 Adults and 2 or more Children) $20.

All Welcome. Tickets Available at Door. For more info. 519856-4160.

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Standardbred Canada charity fun run at Mohawk Racetrack supporting Friends of We Care called Giddy Up and Gallop.

Registration 10am. Breakfast after the races at approx.11am. $35 for adults and $10 for kids. *** Knox Presbyterian Church Palmerston 150th Anniversary. Guest Speaker Rev. Bill Lamont. Special Music by Male Schnieder Quartet. Service 10:30am. Opening of Time Capsule with lunch to follow. Everyone welcome. *** 3rd Annual Walk for CMT - Fergus Fundraiser held at Victoria Park in Fergus at 9:30am. For more information on Charcot Marie Tooth Disease or any of the upcoming events you can contact Kelly Detta-Hall at 519-843-6119. *** Palmerston Legion Jamboree. Start 1pm. Hot Meal Available.

Info. 519-343-2004. *** St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Gordonville 135th Anniversary 11am. Speaker Rev. Kees Vandermey. Special music. Lunch served following the service. All welcome. *** A Visit from Hospice Wellington. All are welcome to join us for an informative afternoon to hear this special talk by the Director of Hospice Wellington 2pm. Grand River Unitarian Church, 299 Sydney Street South, Kitchener. Contact: 1-800-495-6156. *** Palmerston Legion Jamboree. 1-5pm. Dinner available. For more information, please call: 519-323-9582. *** Pumpkin Fest at St. Paul’s United, Metz. 10:45am. Lunch, desserts, games for kids, pumpkin-judging, pumpkin-launching.

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Victoria Park Seniors Centre Poker Walk.Come and celebrate National Seniors Day 10:30am. Walking 2km led by certified fitness instructor. No charge. Prizes. Call 519-787-1814 to register. *** T.O.P.S. #ON 4913, Harriston (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Information Night. 7:30pm. Harriston United Church, John St. entrance (Elevator Available). Find out how group support, friendship and fun can help you lose weight and become a heathier happier person.

Tues. Oct 1

St. John’s Lutheran Church Turkey Dinner. Clifford Community Centre. 4:30-7pm. Adults $13, children 5-12-$5, under 5 free.

Co-sponsor Lutheran Life Chapter 74030. Tickets: 519-327-8135. *** Until Oct 28-Wellington Artists’ Gallery and Art Centre, 6142 Wellington Rd 29, RR4 Fergus. 2nd Annual Juried Exhibition.

Opening Reception: Saturday October 5, 2-4pm. Awards presented at 3pm. Free parking. Refreshments.

Wed. Oct 2

Guelph Hiking Trail Club New members night. 7-9pm, Zehrs Community Room, Imperial Road. Learn more about hiking and the Guelph Hiking Trail Club, where we go and what we do!

Thurs. Oct 3

Belwood Lions Jamboree-7:30pm, Belwood Hall. Come and Play, Sing, Dance & just enjoy the Entertainment. Admission $5 pp. (Performing musicians: FREE). Call 519-843-7011 for info. *** Free knitting group for people of all ages (kids accompanied by a parent), who are interested in knitting or learning to knit.

Monthly stitch and chat sessions on the first Thursday of the month, beginning, at the Grand River Apartments, Elora (street parking only), 7-9pm. Call Joan at 519-846-1631 for more details and to register.

Fri. Oct 4

Until October 6- 28th Woodstock Wood Show. Woodstock Fairgrounds. 519-539-7772. 10am. 3 day admission, 1 price $10. *** Annual C.W.L. Community Euchre. St. Martin Parish Hall, 12 Union Street, Drayton, Ontario. Doors open at 7pm. Euchre at 8pm. $5 per person. Penny Table, 50-50. *** Community Euchre sponsored by the Optimist Club of Puslinch, 7:30pm. Puslinch Community Center. $5 per person. Lunch Continued on page 11

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David Bell: Innovation turns wood into art

by Kris Svela

ELORA - David Bell is a woodworking hobbyist constantly looking for ways to improve his craft with an eye to perfection.

A millwright with Ontario Power Generation at the Bruce Nuclear plant near Kincardine, Bell, in his off time, works extensively on his wood craft, attends shows, shares ideas with some of his friends in the profession and serves as president of Grey Bruce Woodturners Guild.

The detail he uses in his work as a metal millwright, including exact measuring, transfers easily to his woodworking hobby. Bell is particular about getting all measurements correct, which translates into the perfection he wants in any wood piece he creates, and puts him in a class with some of the best in the field.

The Elora resident creates pens, candy dishes, plates, bowls, wine stoppers, and window and Christmas decorations from domestic and imported wood.

But there’s a twist to the material he uses; it’s usually wood most woodworkers would discard because of its imperfections and resulting difficulty in turning on a wood lathe.

What he seeks out is termed a “burl,” which is wooden growth that can be found on many tree species and is soft and porous. It is this trait that makes it difficult to work with, but for Bell it’s an abnormal growth that he turns into elegant and functional pieces.

“The reason I work with burls is the wood is absolutely gorgeous,” he said in the woodworking shop he occupies on his father’s farm outside Salem.

He has outgrown the shop he had at the Elora home he shares with his wife Kim and his four children, daughters

Tasha and Jessica and sons Dennis and Mathew.

Many woodturners use an epoxy to add strength to the piece they are working on. Bell has taken the process a step further, using a material he discovered from a Texas-based woodworker known as “aluminite.”

After the wood is dried, a process that can take months, it’s ready to be worked on.

A mould is created to fit the specific piece he is making which has been rough turned on the lathe to get it close to the desired final shape. He adds a urethane-based resin, together with the aluminite, prior to putting it into a pressure pot.

Colour is added to the resin, depending on what Bell wants, and because of the porous nature of the wood, it makes its way into cracks and crevices.

He said the process adds interest and depth to the piece he is working on.

When Bell adds the blanks he is using to the mould, each is dabbed with a bit of glue to hold it in place, something he learned quickly as part of the pressuring process.

“Wood floats,” he joked of the effect the resin filled mould has one the wood when it is pressurized.

Adding the liquid components requires patience to avoid bubbles from forming and seriously damaging the integrity of the piece. Pressurizing it creates heat, which in turn dissipates the bubbles.

“Because it’s porous it takes the resin well,” he said of the wood.

He says he is the only woodworker in Canada to be working on the process, which seems to be gaining interest with other woodworkers.

Professional woodworker and teacher Marilyn Campbell, of Kincardine, has taught Bell and is interested in his use of a

Carved in wood - Woodworker David Bell designs, creates and sells a vast array of wood pieces. BELOW: A wine stopper with a tractor encapsulated in it and window hangings shown from the start of the process to the finished product.

Cover photo: Elora woodworking hobbyist David Bell turns a piece in his workshop. pressure pot and aluminite.

“He has developed that method with the aluminite that makes beautiful pieces,” she said. “The way he is using it is new. The result is quite a bit different from the mainstream use of resins.”

Campbell has never worked with aluminite, describing herself as being very “low tech.”

“He’s got every gadget you can think of. He has all the bells and whistles,” she said of Bell.

The aluminite is strong after going through the pressure pot process and can be easily worked on the lathe together with the wood it has bonded with.

“This stuff is used in the movie industry for making props,” Bell said.

It’s so strong that he used the material to create a tail light for a friend whose car tail light had broke.

When turning a piece with its combination of wood and aluminite, Bell has to watch the speed of his lathe, which usually runs at about 2,800 rotations per minute (rpm).

It’s a feel he’s perfected over the years. However, it’s not uncommon for him to run the lathe at 4,000 rpm.

“Cutting a piece of wood is one thing; cutting a piece of resin is another,” he said.

He prefers to use cutting tools made up of high speed steel rather than carbide-tipped

tools, which he maintains don’t hold their sharpness. He’s made his own tools and sharpens them, which he said is all part of perfecting woodworking procedures.

“If people don’t know how to sharpen a piece of steel, they won’t know how to cut a piece of wood,” said Bell, who became interested in woodworking when he was 12.

“My first interest in woodworking began back in the early ‘70s, probably about the

away from his hometown to Cambridge and after about 18 years he returned to Elora, and also to the hobby he had enjoyed since his early teens.

“I learned to turn from a fellow from England,” he said.

One of the things he learned was how to turn the lathe quickly.

“If you turn fast, you get a cleaner cut,” he said.

The process requires less sanding to finish the piece before a lacquer is apply in the

“If people don’t know how to sharpen a piece of steel, they won’t know how to cut a piece of wood.”

- Elora woodworker David Bell. time I was in Grade 7 or 8,” he said in his website biography.

“My father cleared out an area in the basement of our old farm house which used to store the coal for our furnace. There was an old wooden bench with a small woodworking vice which came from my grandfather. My dad then purchased a Delat 24-inch wood lathe. The tools that I came to own included things such as a hammer, square, chisels, a tape measure, a rule, plus many others. Eventually my father made a disc sander by drilling and tapping the step pulley on a scroll saw, then placing a plywood disc with sandpaper glued to the surface onto the end of the pulley.

“I used to work away down in the basement during the long, cold winter months. Not a bad place to be with the furnace right next to me,” he recalled.

Eventually he would get away from the craft, seeking instead the education he needed to become a millwright and welder. Work took him

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Using aluminite has also led to unique creations. In one of his wine stopper pieces, the hardened resin has allowed him to encapsulate a miniature tractor that stands out at the top of the stopper. The design is also meant to open up a wider customer base for his work.

The material for the pen blanks used in creating his wooden pens has also seen some experimentation. In one he has incorporated feathers, in another corn kernels, and in another shredded $5, $20, $50 and $100 bills he purchased from the Bank of Canada. He’s also used different materials like deer antlers, cow bones and whale bones, that require less end finishing than materials that need lacquer.

“My pen blanks are all over the world,” he said.

There’s even bullet pens, made out of bullet shells from 30-06 to 50-calibre destined for customers who are avid hunters. In his workshop, Bell has massive shells that resemble

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small rockets, which he hopes to turn into novelty pens one day.

The woodworker is also aware of how vital it is to recycle leftover and reuse it in new pieces he creates.

Bell said there is a formula for wood creations known as the “golden mean,” which splits the ratio from the largest part to the smallest part into one-third and two-third ratios.

It’s a golden rule used by woodworkers which, according to Bell, “is pleasing to the eye.

People don’t see it but it makes it attractive.”

Another difficult procedure is the “captive ring.” Bell has used it on several of his creations. The process involves creating a ring out of a piece that is simultaneously created as the piece is tapered and is free floating and separate within the wider part of the tapered section.

Bell also teaches his technique at seminars.

Surprisingly, he said, one of the best pieces of wood he ever found was in a woodpile destined for the fireplace.

But he agrees each piece is unique and can make way for the design he chooses.

Sales of his work is usually by “word of mouth,” he said.

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ENTERTAINMENT Twilight Zoo monsters heading back to downtown Elora

Monster Month - Storefronts in downtown Elora are already showing their Halloween spirit and support by hanging a monster created by Tim Murton.

photos by Sarah Grandy

by Sarah Grandy ELORA - What started out as a hobby has turned into an annual ritual - and what Tim Murton hopes will become a great success and help brand Elora as the destination for Halloween.

Murton, known to many as “the monster guy,” has been building monsters out of tissue paper, cheesecloth, wire and glue for 16 years.

“For me it’s lighting up the dark side and having a giggle,” he said.

Murton has some new ideas to share that he believes will benefit the community. He is asking the community to show its support by purchasing, renting or sponsoring one of his pieces bound for display on Metcalfe, Geddes and Mill streets.

“Let’s employ art as a vehicle for economic development. Halloween provides an opportunity to attract visitors between summer’s end and Christmas, thereby supporting local businesses during a period of visitor shortfall,” Murton added.

Although no help will be denied and is very much appreciated, storage space after the show is limited, so purchasing is preferable, he noted.

“If Elora is going to grow,

TIM MURTON let’s send out the right signals to entrench her reputation as a unique artistic community,” said Murton.

“There has been encouraging support from the Elora BIA, independent storekeepers, local residents and the Municipality of Centre Wellington. The aim is to build momentum, plan and get all our monsters in a row to finally make this event the success I believe it can be.”

The show will take place in downtown Elora, where many storefronts such as Sweet Distractions, The Village Olive Grove, Pod Design, Elora Pottery and Box Social are already dressing up and showing their Halloween spirit.

There will be at least 60 monsters on display throughout

Elora, Murton noted.

“It’s not just the territory of artists, it’s something that should be enjoyed by everyone, especially children growing up in a corporate world. It’s all about having the courage to have fun.”

Murton and volunteers are currently refurbishing the installations at his home located at 238 Melville Street in Elora. He encourages the community to stop by and pick one out. Prices for the monsters start at $300.

“I understand the financial restraints many merchants are experiencing,” he said. “If you cannot afford a piece you can help by using your marketing resources to promote. You can enter into the spirit of the event by dressing up a building or storefront or realize your own creativity by putting on your own event.

The time to plan is now.”

The show will consist of a walking tour and several different events put together by participants involved in the Halloween celebration.

There are no specific dates yet. Dates will be posted on Tim Murton’s Twilight Zoo Facebook page or online at twilightzoo.ca.

For more information or any inquiries about how to get involved, email info@twilightzoo.ca.

Eerie construction - Tim Murton has been building these creative monsters for the past 16 years, attracting visitors and delighting children of all ages.

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Great performance - Officials say First Light Theatre’s advanced senior training program and the cast of Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead wowed the audience on closing night at the University of Guelph on Sept.

15. The play was directed by Rob Mackinnon, an Erin District High School drama teacher. submitted photo

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ENTERTAINMENT Fergus native wins Playback 2013 outstanding achievement award

by Kelly Waterhouse TORONTO - People may not recognize the name Matt Hornburg or the company Marblemedia, but if they have a television, they have likely seen one of the programs that have brought the company and its co-creator international acclaim.

Think of television programs like the hit pre-school series This is Daniel Cook (which was sold to 90 countries around the world) and This is Emily Yeung; Splat-a-lot, a medieval-themed television game show geared to eightto 12-year-olds (sold to 120 countries); and Taste Buds, the Gemini award-winning kids cooking and food adventure series.

Marblemedia is a content creation company at the forefront of television and new media production.

Created 12 years ago by Hornburg, a Fergus native, and Mark Bishop, the company creates stories to engage

and entertain audiences, allowing the viewer to experience programs using multi-platform media.

“It basically means that audiences are receiving their content from multiple platforms, whether they’re on a tablet, smart phone, a desktop, laptop or television,” Hornburg explained.

“At Marblemedia, although our core business relies on the traditional broadcast model, we continue to explore new ways to tell stories for connecting with new audiences online through mobile and tablet devices.”

Recently the Marblemedia team was honoured with the Playback 2013 Outstanding Achievement Award, presented by the Playback Canadian Film and TV Hall of Fame.

“Being recognized for this award is a huge honour, as it puts Marblemedia in a camp with such a well-respected, seasoned, high caliber group,” Hornburg said.

by Mike Robinson EDEN MILLS - The people behind Our TVO want people to know why they feel TVO still matters.

Our TVO campaign spokesperson and former TVO host Joseph Motiki is on the front lines garnering support for stable funding and an enhanced commitment to made-in-Ontario programming.

“The purpose of the campaign is to try to get better funding for TVO from the government of Ontario,” Motiki said.

“It’s very important to us.”

The group also wants to see more programs created through TVO, which he explained is the province’s public education broadcaster. The group started its efforts in March. Motiki was one of the individuals who provided a deposition to the province’s Standing Committee of Finance and Economy. He said the 15-minute presentation was very well received. “They loved the message - loved what we were saying.”

Following that, the group decided to use the summer months to take the message on the road to various communities

across the province.

“One of the things we always used to do at TVO was to get out to all the different parts of Ontario. Back in the time I was there, it was TVOntario ... that’s the ‘O’.”

He wasn’t sure if the name change was about branding, “but they don’t refer to it anymore as TVOntario - it’s TVO. But we never forgot what the ‘O’ stands for.”

Motiki said, “It’s been great going off to different parts of the province spreading the word as to why TVO is important.”

Another part of getting out to local communities is to discover what they thought about TVO. “Either way, we can go back to TVO and tell them what the public have been telling us. Let’s work together and do something about that.”

He said the group is a coalition of current TVO employees, former employees, families, actors, performers, teachers, different types of educators - a whole lot of different groups.

In terms of events such as the Eden Mills Writers’ Festival, there is a small team looking for

MATT HORNBURG “It further reinforces our company’s leadership to innovate new and entertaining content, which is the core nature of our business.”

The award adds to an already impressive line-up of media industry accolades that includes numerous Gemini Awards, Youth Media Alliance Awards and Canadian Screen Awards, to name a few.

For this small company, success is a team effort.

“Collaboration is such a key

ingredient to our success. From the beginning, over a decade ago, Mark Bishop and I have enlisted an incredible list of creative talent along the way – from talented writers, production staff to developers of our websites and mobile games,” Hornburg said.

“Now, with a staff of nearly 50 employees and with content received by audiences in over 120 countries worldwide, we definitely couldn’t have done it all if it weren’t for an orchestrated and organized collective effort by all.”

While never abandoning his Canadian roots, Hornburg knows the U.S. prime time television market is an important step for marblemedia’s future.

“We really see content as very much a global production, as we work with our Canadian partners to manufacture for the Canadian market, but always with an eye to sell to the U.S. and globally,” Hornburg said.

“It’s a trend more and more

as everyone has a little less money but everyone expects to have that much higher production value – we need to find ways to partner together to achieve this.”

Focused on an audiencefirst model for the company’s multi-platform creations, Hornburg and Bishop are growing their vision.

“As a content company, it’s our job to build IP [intellectual property] that has a massive audience,” Hornburg said, noting Marblemedia’s Splatalot web game has earned 150 million game plays worldwide.

“We really feel the content will find the audience, and technology will probably find the business model,” he adds.

With offices in Toronto and Los Angeles, Hornburg is a busy executive who has not lost his creative edge.

In the last year alone, the company has worked with

Zodiak Kids and Surprise Bag! in the U.S. to develop new unscripted and animated projects and acquired full control of Distribution360 (it previously shared ownership with Calgary-based Seven24 Films).

The November television release of a new program Japanizi Going Going Gong!, of which Hornburg has executive producer credit, has been picked up by Disney XD and pre-sold to 120 countries.

“2014 will be an exciting year of new projects for Marblemedia and our distribution division Distribution360,” Hornburg said.

“We are expanding our slate in unscripted and kids content, in addition to scripted drama and comedy series. We will continue to release content on all platforms and engage with our audiences.”

For more information visit www.marblemedia.com.

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It still matters - Our TVO spokesperson Joseph Motiki was at the Eden Mills Writers’ Festival on Sept. 15 promoting the campaign.

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a chance to talk to people.

“People will come in to the booth and see pictures of shows which are, or used to be, on the station ... and let the conversations start.

“Sometimes they are surprised to find out a program has been cancelled ... so we explain there have been a lot of budget cuts over the years. The one the

people are most shocked about is the loss of Saturday Night at the Movies which used to be a staple at TVO for 40-plus years.” The show was cancelled earlier this year.”

“If things like that upset you, you need to be part of this campaign,” said Motiki.

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Headwaters Arts Festival offers events until Oct. 6 The Headwaters Arts Festival celebrates the arts across the region this fall, with various events and shows across the region, which includes Erin, Orangeville and Alton.

Organizers say visitors can expect parties, performances, juried art shows, hands-on workshops and studio tours, with more than 150 visual and

performing artists showcased.

The Headwaters Arts Festival Show and Sale continues at the SGI Centre (20490 Porterfield Road, Alton - five minutes south of Orangeville) on Sept.

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During the Headwaters Arts Festival, several area studios will offer studio tours, includ-

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Individual studios also open their doors. But dates and hours vary, so check the listings at http://headwatersarts.com/festival/open-studio-listings to avoid disappointment.

“Kids’ Art Fest” is an opportunity for young people to sample the arts and try something new. Pre-registration required for most sessions. For a full list of Kids’ Art Fest events visit http://headwatersarts.com/ festival/kidsfest-events For information on the Headwaters Arts Festival visit http://headwatersarts.com.

hibition Oct. 1 to 28, with an opening reception Oct. 5 from 2 to 4pm (awards at 3pm). The exhibit will feature 61 pieces of fine art and 3-D work. It will offer free parking and refreshments and is open to all.

The Wellington Artists’ Gallery and Art Centre is located at 6142 Wellington Road 29, just south of Fergus.

their work to the public, including painters, sculptors, glass artists, jewellers, potters, fabric artists, metalworkers, encaustic artists and more.

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Home base for the studio tour is the restored stone school building that’s now the Elora Centre for the Arts.

There visitors will find information on the tour, brochures, maps, and a sample of artwork from every artist on the tour.

Some artists set up their displays in the arts centre, and many of the Elora studios are within walking distance.

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On Sept. 29 from 2 to 4pm the centre welcomes children to take part in art events as part of the annual Culture Days program.

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CENTRE WELLINGTON - The Elora-Fergus Studio tour brings together artists and the people who buy their art in the relaxed and informative setting of studios spread across this township.

Being on the tour gives artists the opportunity to showcase their works and studios to the public. But the tour is more than just an insight into the creative process, artists get face-to-face with local residents and tourists who may know them only as names on a canvas or a piece of pottery.

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On The Road Planning ahead for safe winter driving more important than ever Thanks to global climate change, many of the weather patterns we’ve grown accustomed to in the past are no longer the norm today. Shorter than normal days of moderate spring and fall weather, with seasons simply switching from scorching sun one moment to chilly temperatures and snow the next are becoming more common. That means it’s never too early to take a refresher course in preparing for safe winter driving.

Winter weather takes all of the usual road hazards and steps them up a notch. Slippery roadways, congestion, road

rage, pedestrian traffic - all of these situations seem magnified when the weather is poor and daylight is waning. Although winter driving may be frustrating, there are ways to prepare for the season and prevent accidents and injuries.

Prepare It’s important to check that a vehicle is in top shape before the cold weather sets in. Pay special attention to the tires.

If tires are bald or their wear is significant, that could prove hazardous on weather-slicked roads. Have tires replaced before the first snowfall. The same can be said when switch-

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Now is the time to also get a tune-up on the vehicle. Cold weather can make it hard for a car to perform at its best, and any problems should be eliminated before they spiral out of control. Be sure to top off any fluids in the car, especially windshield washer fluid you might need to improve visibility during a storm. Check the function of wiper blades and change them if they aren’t up to snuff. Consult with a mechanic

to find out if it is adviseable to switch motor oil viscosity during the winter to improve flow through the engine and help with cold start turnover.

It also helps to stock up on supplies should you get stranded or stuck: - snow shovel; - scraper/brush; - tire chains; - flashlight (with extra batteries); - abrasive material, like cat litter, sand, or salt; - jumper cables; - flares or reflective triangles; - brightly colored cloth to

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On The Road Common myths about automobiles are confusing to many drivers Four-wheel-drive capabilities may improve traction and handling when driving off-road or when the road conditions are not ideal. But no car is invincible when it comes to driving on snow and ice.

Side mirrors are properly adjusted when you can see the side of the car in them. Actually, the mirrors should be adjusted so you can’t see the sides of the car. The mirrors work in concert to allow a panoramic view around the car. This eliminates the need to turn your head

signed for higher-performance engines that burn hotter than those of most vehicles. Drivers will only waste their money putting in more expensive gas.

Always use the fuel recommended in the owner’s manual.

Longer cars are more stable. Many believe the longer the wheelbase the more stable the car will be. But wheelbase is only one of the factors that determines a vehicle’s stability and reaction time.

Four-wheel-drive vehicles are invincible in poor weather.

Certain myths about automobiles have been around as long as there have been cars on the road.

Many drivers adhere to driving and repair theories out of sheer force of habit, without ever knowing if these strategies are legitimate.

Here are some common myths revealed and debunked.

High-octane gas improves performance in all vehicles.

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Engine oil should be changed every 3,000 miles.

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Planning ahead important for safe winter driving Stranded or Stuck Should the car break down or it becomes stuck in the snow, there are some things you can do.

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19TH DAIRY SHEEP SYMPOSIUM Attention Dairy Sheep Producers! The 19th DSANA Dairy Sheep Symposium will be held at the Cambridge Hotel and Conference Centre, 700 Hespeler Road, Cambridge on November 7 – 9, 2013. Two days of lectures covering various topics and one day of touring a Nutrition Plant and two farms. Keynote Speaker will be John Ryrie from Dorset, England will be speaking about his 1000 head flock of dairy sheep.

Attendance at this event is a must if you are interested in exploring the world of sheep dairying. To register please call the OSMA office at 519-836-0043 or email admin@ontariosheep.org.

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by John Benham, Weed Inspector This week we are writing about Sow-thistles - in particular the two that are on the “Noxious Weed List”. There are several Sowthistles and a few plants that are somewhat similar. When injured they exude a sticky white juice. The flowers are yellow and similar to a dandelion but much taller.

Perennial Sow-thistle is a perennial, reproducing by seed and from an extensive underground root system. So if you pull it out of the ground you will have a 4 to 6-inch root that has broken off with sticky white juice in the wound. If it is in bud or flower, it will have sticky hair structures on the stem near the flowers. The leaf shape varies; often reminding you of a dandelion but each lobe usually ends in a weak prickle.

Annual Sow-thistle is an annual with a tapering taproot and reproducing only by seed. The leaf has deep lobes and ends in a triangular lobe. Upper leaves clasp the stem with two pointed lobes.

Spiny Annual Sow-thistle is very similar to Annual but differing in leaf shape, with the margins having moderately spiny teeth.

The most distinguishing characteristic is the prominent round lobe on each side of the stem where the leaf is attached. When viewed from the side it may remind you of an ear.

It is easy to confuse Prickly Lettuce with the Sow-thistles but it is a biennial reproducing by seed. Its most distinguishing characteristics are leaves that are twisted so they are oriented vertically and often pointing north and south with small but robust spines on the mid rib. The yellow flowers are small and very numerous.

Sow-thistles in the past were a serious problem. With the advent of larger tractors and improved tillage techniques, this weed was in remission. Lately with the changes to no-till and less use of herbicides, these yellow flowers are again gaining in numbers. So don’t forget Annual and Perennial Sow-thistle are noxious weeds that need to be destroyed because of their invasive and competitive characteristics.

COMING EVENTS: Sept. 28 Fall Wellington Rural Romp – 11:00 am – 4:00 pm.

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Sept. 28 Colwyn Championship Showcase – 9 – 3 pm – A Fancy Rare Breed Poultry Show will be held at Colwyn Stables on 6104 Wellington County Road #29 (just south-east of Fergus). For more information please call: 519-843-3459 or check the website at: www.colwynshowcase.com.

Oct. 11 – 14 Erin Fall Fair. For more information call 519833-2808.

Oct. 15 Return Your Unwanted or Obsolete Pesticides and Food Animal Medications at Woodrill Farms, Guelph. For more information call 519-821-1018.

Oct. 18 – 20 Walkerton Fall Fair. For more information call 519-881-1251.

Oct. 23 Return Your Unwanted or Obsolete Pesticides and Food Animal Medications at North Wellington Co-op. For more information call 519-338-2331.

Farmers Olympics part of fun at Harriston fair HARRISTON - Wellington Junior Farmers hosted their fifth annual Farmers Olympics at the Harriston Minto Fall Fair on Sept. 14.

The Olympics this year consisted of dressing up in rubber boots and a hat, racing with an egg on a spoon, herding a “balloon cow” around a pylon, a needle in the hay stack search, “cow patty” toss, filling the water trough with a leaky cup and bale toss. Each competitor was timed and the fastest competitors to complete the Farmers Olympics, in three different age categories, took home a prize.

This years winners were Jayden Weber of Cambridge in the six-and-under age category with a time of two minutes and 42 seconds, Thalia Hosten of Hamilton in the 7-12 age category with a time of one minute and 19 seconds and Matthew Weber of Cambridge in the 13-plus age category

with a time of one minute and five seconds.

Organizers Katherine Clyne and Jen van der Meulen reported they had a good turnout with 26 participants in two hours.

The Wellington Junior Farmers congratulate all the winners and thank all the participants for supporting the event. Organizers are already looking forward to next year.

This is a really fun event for the kids, said van der Meulen, noting it teaches them a little bit about farming in a fun way and gives them a chance to “dress up and let loose” in a friendly competition.

Junior Farmers consists of people age 15-29 from all occupations and walks of life. They are people looking for fun, new challenges, and an opportunity to be involved in their community. Junior Farmers are the only self-directed youth program in Ontario and strives to build future rural leaders

Farmers Olympics - Youngsters compete in Farmers Olympic events organized by the Wellington Junior Farmers at the Harriston Minto Fall Fair. submitted photos through self help and community betterment.

If you are interested in finding out more or join-

ing the Wellington Junior Farmers contact wellingtonjf@jfao.on.ca.

Champion bull - Cody Walker poses with his champion bull at the Fergus Fall Fair beef show on Sept. 14. photo by Patrick Raftis

King of the Pull competition wraps Aberfoyle market hosts first food festival up after final event at Fergus Fall Fair FERGUS – Champions were declared in four categories in the EkotuningCom King of the Pull competition following the final event in the series at the Fergus Fall Fair Sept. 13.

Adam Johnson of Listowel was King of the Pull in the 17,500-pound class, sponsored

by PineGrove Farm Service, recording 39 points in the three events. George Israel of West Montrose was second in the class with 38 points, followed

by Devon Altena of Arthur,

with 33 points and Todd Fraser of Elora and Larry Schill of Alma tied with 29 points each.

In the 22,000-pound class, sponsored by Schill Ag Partners, Bas Altenda of Arthur placed first with 55 points, followed by Roger McAllister of Arthur with 53, Brandon Bults of Alma with 49, Randy Martin of Gowanstown with 43 and Jon Vallance of Drayton with 40.

Josh Smeltzer of Fergus won the 32,000-pound class,

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sponsored by T. Christie Repairs and Performance, with 54 points. Larry Schill of Drayton was second with 52 points, followed by Michelle Ray of Drayton with 50, Javan Martin of Elora with 46 and Jordan Scheiwiller of Grand Valley with 38 points.

Devon Altena of Arthur and Michelle Ray of Drayton tied for Queen of the Pull, both placing third in their respective classes in the competition sponsored by Creek Edge Farms.

ABERFOYLE - The Aberfoyle Farmers’ Market vendors and volunteers are hosting their first Savour September Food Festival on Sept. 28.

In addition to the market’s usual vendors this event will include the So You Think You Can Cook cooking contest. Contestants will prepare dishes using ingredients that best showcases the market.

Market visitors can discover new tastes and possibilities during the festival. Visiting chef, Jeff Sample, will be preparing fresh, tasty dishes made using ingredients from across the market for visitors to sample.

Wellington Brewery will show visitors how beer is made from four simple ingredients and even provide samples of some of their more popular brews from 11am to 1pm.

The event will also feature activities for the kids provided by the Guelph YMCA and Whistlestop Preschool.

The market is open each Saturday from 8am - 1pm, until the

end of October, featuring fresh Ontario produce, crafts, baking and preserves.

The market is located in the Optimist Recreation Centre, next to the Puslinch Public Library and the Puslinch Community Centre and there is plenty of parking available.

Visit The Aberfoyle Farmers’ Market website www.aberfoylemarket.ca for more details.

The Palmerston Agricultural Society’s

‘share the wealth’ draw winners are:

1st - Pauline Weber, Palmerston, $450.00 2nd - Dan Fair, Cavan, $275.00 and 3rd - Sharon Lines, Palmerston,$125.00.

The president, Mert Schneider, homecraft president, Lynda Alexander and all the directors wish to thank everyone who helped, exhibited and attended the 134th Palmerston fair.

We hope to see everyone next year when our theme will be “Ploughing Ahead”.

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Blair Goss selected in NLL draft

FERGUS - The list of Wellington County lacrosse players joining the professional ranks continues to grow.

On Sept. 16 Fergus native Blair Goss, 21, was drafted by the Vancouver Stealth in the fourth round (36th overall) of the National Lacrosse League entry draft in Oakville.

A product of Fergus Minor Lacrosse, Goss has played the last five seasons with the Orangeville Jr. ‘A’ Northmen, who drafted him fourth overall in 2009. He won Minto

Another season in the books - Centre Wellington Minor Softball (CWMS) held its official T-ball wrap-up day recently. Four teams came out to play games, get some awards, and enjoy some pizza and pop.

Organizers say a lot of fun was had by all who attended. CWMS now has 400-plus registered players and 31 co-ed house league teams. The organization will hosts its annual general meeting on Oct. 16 at 7pm at the Fergus sportsplex. Visit cwsoftball.ca for more information about the league and upcoming events. courtesy of Teresa McKee Photography

BLAIR GOSS Cup national championships with the Northmen in 2009 and 2012.

Goss tallied 63 points in 78 games played in his junior career with the Northmen, largely in a transition role.

He was not available for comment by press time.

Also drafted Grand Valley native Jake Weidner, who played minor lacrosse in Arthur before moving on to the Elora Mohawks and Brampton Excelsiors in junior, was also selected in the NLL draft on Sept. 16. The Colorado Mammoth took him 49th overall (sixth round).

Beirnes, Marshall win Mann Cup

by Chris Daponte FERGUS - Two local players have added yet another lacrosse championship to their already-impressive careers.

Forward Kasey Beirnes and defender Rob Marshall, both residents of Fergus, recently helped the Six Nations Chiefs capture the Mann Cup, awarded to the national champion in Sr. A box lacrosse.

The Chiefs defeated host Victoria Shamrocks 4-2 in the best-of-seven series, taking the final game 8-5 on Sept. 13.

The series was very close, with all but two games won by three or fewer goals - something that surprised many Chiefs players.

“I think some of our players were expecting a sweep, but ...

Victoria was a good team, it definitely wasn’t an easy task,” said Beirnes.

Added Marshall, “Victoria didn’t have the all-star names that we had, but they were a team that gelled all summer.

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[They were] a quick team.”

The Chiefs fell behind twice in the series (1-0 and 2-1) but battled back to win the final three games.

“A battle of defences and goalies is what it was,” said Beirnes.

Both Marshall and Beirnes noted the team was exhausted following the final game, after playing six games in eight days, but the struggle made the cup win - the first for both of them - all the more special.

“It was such a great experience,” Beirnes said, adding, “It was probably the hardest thing I’ve done (physically) in lacrosse.”

Marshall agreed. “It was a lot harder than I thought it would be,” he said.

Marshall and Beirnes said they will enjoy a few weeks off before resuming training for the 2014 National Lacrosse League (NLL) season, which begins Dec. 28.

Both former Elora Mohawks are current players with the NLL’s Toronto Rock. Last season Beirnes led the Rock in goals (31) and was fifth in points (54), while Marshall was fifth on the team in loose balls (68).

Beirnes and Marshall helped the Rock win the 2012 NLL championship and also won a President’s Cup Sr. B championship together and a Founder’s Cup Jr. B championship together (Beirnes coached and Marshall played).

The only thing left, Beirnes joked, is for he and Marshall to coach a team to a championship. “We’ll see what happens,” he said with a laugh.

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The tournament included league champions from various men’s fastball leagues around southern Ontario.

Although the Sox dropped out of first in the regular season standings in the South Perth Men’s Fastball League after challenging for first most of the year, they qualified for the event as the host team.

The Sox, made up primarily of Harriston and Palmerston area players, went undefeated in the Challenge Cup event, blasting Walton 17-4 on Sept. 13 and edging Woodstock Kelsey’s and the Wiarton Nationals both by 3-2 counts on Sept. 14. On Sept. 15 they beat Sheddon by a 3-1 score and the n defeated the

MEL ROSS Mildmay Mets 3-2 in an eightinning final game.

In the final game, Wellington came back to tie the game at 1-1 in the seventh, then

added two more in the eighth to pull-ahead by two. The Mets managed a run to pull within one in their half of the eighth, but left two men on base.

“It was a wild finish,” said Ron Gilbert, a member of the Sox coaching staff.

Gilbert said the squad has been focusing on the Challenge Cup this season and felt they had a good chance of winning the event, which qualifies them for next summer’s International Softball Congress World Championships to be held in Kitchener.

“That was always the intention. This is the one we were going for,” he said.

The team is already threetime ISC World Champions, having won in 2003 and 2004 as the Harriston Mercurys and in 2010 as the Wellington Sox.

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World champion curlers guests at Elora Curling Club banquet

Sat. Oct 5

Woolwich Reservoir Hike. 1pm departure from Guelph; coffee and muffin stop in Elmira after the hike. All welcome. *** “Elvis” in Concert. Legion Br. 234 Guelph, 57 Watson Parkway S. 8pm. Tickets $30 each at the Legion Lounge or office. Office is open Mon., Wed. and Friday 1-5pm. *** 7-8:30pm, St. John’s Anglican Church, Henderson Street, Elora.

Bill Berkson “What Are Masterpieces and Why Are There So Many?”. A two-part lecture dealing with aspects of the Stein family, participants in the Parisian art scene in the early 1900s.

Refreshments. Call for info. 519-846-2551. *** Nasagiweya Historical Society Harvest Tea. 2pm. Ebenezer United Church, 12274 Guelph Line, Campbellville (9km n of 401 between 20th & 25th Sideroad). Tickets $25 each includes special appearance of Norma Shephard with her Mobile Millinery Museum (hats from the roaring 20’s). Door prize. Tickets: call 519-837-9288. *** Prince Arthur Masonic Lodge, 64 Edward St. Arthur. Harvest Breakfast. 8-10:30am. Adults $8, children 12 and under $4. All you can eat. Everyone welcome. Contact Bill Smellie for info.

519-848-3327. *** October 5 & 6: Elora-Fergus Studio Tour. Elora Centre for the Arts. 10am - 5pm. www.elorafergusstudiotour.com. *** Jam Sessions 2-5pm. Fergus Legion, Branch 275. Call the Legion for more info. 519-843-2345. Everyone Welcome.

Sun. Oct 6

Crawford Lake Conservation Area Hike. 10am departure from Guelph; a park entry fee applies; exceptional views from the escarpment on this hike. All welcome. *** Kids Hike. 1pm start for this 90-minute hike in the Arboretum; tortoise and hare speeds. Refreshments provided after the hike.

Please register in advance. www.guelphhiking.com. *** 5-6:30pm at the Elora Poetry Centre: Poetry readings by Bill Berkson, followed by a light dinner with music by the Elora Jazz Trio. Call for info. 519-846-2551. *** “Catch the wind, Catch the Spirit of Hope” ceremony and Breast Cancer Aware Walk to celebrate those living with the disease and to remember the women who have died from it. 12pm Silvercreek Park. Co-sponsored by the Guelph-Wellington Breast Cancer support group and the Guelph YWCA/YMCA. No pledges. Rain or shine. *** Elora Legion Jamboree. 1pm. Do you sing or play an instrument?

Do you like to dance and listen to good music? First Sunday of each month for a Jamboree in the Maple Leaf Room, 1-5pm.

Admission is $5. A Roast Beef Dinner served at 5pm for an additional $10. *** Knox Presbyterian Church, Grand Valley, Concert by the LOST PILGRIMS. 4pm. Tickets: $12. Info. 519-928-5400. Lasagne dinner available free will donation.

Mon. Oct 7

St. Peter’s Mission Church, Oustic, Annual Turkey Supper.

Rockmosa Hall, Rockwood. Celebrating 130 years with slideshow and silent auction. Tickets only. Adults $15, Children under 10 $8. Sittings 6pm & 7pm. Family (2 adults, 2 children under 18) $45, 6-8pm. Take out 5:30pm, $15. Call Marcia 519787-1973. *** Monticello United Church Roast Beef Dinner. 4:30-7pm. Adults $12.50, students $5. Tickets at the door.

Tues. Oct 8

Wed. Oct 9

Rockwood & District Lioness Euchre, Rockmosa Community Centre, Rockwood. 7pm. $5 a person. Lunch & Prizes. *** Storytelling at the Library with the Guelph Guild. 7-8:30pm.

Guelph Public Library, Main Branch (Downtown)100 Norfolk at Paisley. 519-824-6220. Free. Join us for an evening of traditional and modern tales. We have a short open mic time. Please call first if you have a longer story so we can plan the evening. We welcome tellers with all levels of experience. *** Grand Quilt Guild Meeting. Learn about the Guild and plans for this year. 7pm at the Royal Canadian Legion, Fergus Branch, 500 Blair St., Fergus

Thurs. Oct 10

Arthur Agricultural Society meeting. 7:30pm. Upstairs hall, Arthur Community Centre. All Welcome. *** Euchre - St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest - 7:30pm. $3 includes light lunch and prizes. *** Clifford Diabetes Meeting, 7:30pm at the Knox United Church, 11 Allan St. E., Clifford. Chiropodist, Betty McTague will speak on taking care of your feet. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served. 519-338-3181.

Fri. Oct 11

Scottish Country Dance classes begin, no need to be Scottish.

Come give it a try. Fridays at Melville United Church, Fergus at 8pm. Call 519-843-2145 for details.

Sat. Oct. 12

Country Dance. Alma Community Centre, 8pm. $12.50. Dance to Country Troubadours. *** Johnny Heaman Band Harriston Legion Br. 296 Fall Dance. $12/ person. 8pm-12am. Light Lunch provided. *** Drayton Legion Jamboree 2-5pm. Second Saturday of each month. Call 519-323-1591 for info. *** Optimist Club of Centre Wellington Fergus Annual Bazaar Craft Show, Bake Sale. Fergus Legion. 10-2pm. Chili Lunch $6. Free admission.

tues. Oct. 15

Cancer Support Group, Upper Grand, 753 Tower, St., S. Fergus.

Every 3rd Tuesday of each month, 10am-12noon. Lunch Out -1st Wednesday of each month. Wheel chair accessible. Please contact Judy D. 519-843-3947 Ext: 100 or Joyce B. 519-843-3213. *** 7:30 p.m. - Guelph Twp. Horticultural Society Fall Flower & Vegetable Show for youth and adult members. 7:30pm. Flowers, vegetables, photos and design classes. Entries to be in between 6:30 & 7:30pm. Speaker: Moritz Sanio on Native Plants. Public is welcome to attend. Refreshments. 519-822-5289. *** Optimist Club of Centre Wellington Fergus Annual Bazaar, Craft Show, Bake Sale and Chili Lunch, $6. Annual fundraiser in support of local youth activities. Fergus Legion, 10am-2pm.

wed. Oct. 16

St. George’s Anglican Church, Harriston, annual fall rummage sale Oct. 16, 9-6, Oct. 17th 9-1. Please bring good clean new & used items on Wed. Oct. 16th. Everyone welcome. *** Oct 16 & 17- Warm Clothing Sale To Be Held At Mount Forest United Church, 165 Queen St. E., Mount Forest. Wed. 4:30-7pm, Thurs. 8:30-11:30am. *** Harriston & District Horticultural Society meeting, Senior’s Centre (former Train Station). 7:30pm. Speaker: Al White, Harriston. Topic” Growing with Cold Framers.”

fri. Oct. 18

Moorefield United Church Pork Dinner. 5-7pm. Maryborough Community Centre, Moorefield. Good homemade food and desserts. Adults $14, Children 5-11 $5, Under 5 free. *** Church Basement Players of Mount Forest present OH FUDGE a comedy by Monk Ferris. Oct. 18, 19,20,25&26 at the United Church.

Annual Monster March Parade 6:30pm. Rain or Moonshine. Non Motorized Parade down the main Streets of Elora. Host Monster Month Master: Julie Denneny aka: Pirate Jules.

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Sat. Oct. 19

Guelph Twp. Hort. Youth make a Winter Bird Feeder. It might be messy, so dress accordingly. 7pm. Contact leader: 519-836-9535.

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natural and organically produced ingredients. prepared with creativity by the students of the CWDHS Hospitality and Tourism Program.

The banquet will be held in Oct. 3 at 6pm, beginning with a reception to allow everyone to meet the guests. Appetizers will be served, Followed by a three course meal, speeches by the guests and a question and answer session.

Tickets for the banquet at the Elora Curling Club, 27 David Street W., Elora are $45 plus HST per person and are available online at www.eloracurling.com or call (519) 846-1916 to reserve.

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FROM PAGE TWO provided. 50/50 draw $2. All welcome. For info. call Neil at 519-837-3838. *** Open House. Come join the dance! All welcome. Scottish Country Dancing at Melville United Church, Fergus, 8pm.

Instruction by Lou Emslie. For details call 519-843-2145.

ELORA - The Glenn Howard team, four times Brier champions and world champions, will be joined by Jennifer Jones, four times Scotties Tournament of Hearts champion and world champion at a special banquet hosted by the Elora Curling Club, and sponsored by Meridian Credit Union, to kick off the club’s 175th anniversary celebrations.

The banquet is being catered

by Chef Chris Jess, culinary arts instructor at Centre Wellington District High School (CWDHS) and leader of Slow Food Wellington County. The Food School, led by Jess, will serve a gourmet meal, combining locally sourced,

Horoscopes ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, patience is a virtue you possess, and you must make the most of your patient nature this week. Keep this in mind when dealing with family and coworkers.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, keep things in perspective and you will have your cake and eat it, too. You can coolly handle tough situations, and that ability serves you well this week.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Your imagination is working overtime this week, Gemini. Channel that creative energy and get started on a project you have long been considering.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you will be very content for the next few weeks. Enjoy these good times and invite those closest to you to enjoy them as well.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, your heightened sense of focus on a particular task has left you wondering how to proceed in another area of life. You may want to seek the advice of others.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you may be tempted to throw caution to the wind. While that may make for a memorable experience, it may not prove wise over the long haul.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 You could get caught up in a social whirlwind this week, Libra.

Keep your feet on the ground or you may be swept away in all of the energy.

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SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Staying connected to your feelings is empowering, Scorpio. Even if others don’t feel exactly the same way that you do, they may go along with plans to make you happy.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, indulgent behavior won’t pay off in the long run.

Moderation works best, and you’ll be glad you didn’t overindulge after the fact.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, work and family responsibilities have put you under a lot of pressure recently.

You could be in need of a respite, even if that break is brief.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, it’s quite possible you will not get much done this week, as you may be too busy encouraging others rather than focusing on your own needs.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Compassion is your speciality, Pisces. Others appreciate your warm nature, so accept their gratitude and affection.

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October 9

October 10 October 15

October 31

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Roads Administration Centre, Keith Room Solid Waste Services Administration Centre, Keith Room Police Services Administration Centre, Guthrie Room Social Services Administration Centre, Guthrie Room Information, Heritage and Seniors Board Room, Wellington Terrace Land Division and Planning Administration Centre, Keith Room Economic Development Governor’s Residence, Boardroom, Lower Level Administration, Finance and Personnel Administration Centre, Guthrie Room County Council Administration Centre, Council Chambers

COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTRE and COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTRE/GOVERNOR’S RESIDENCE, 74 WOOLWICH STREET, GUELPH WELLINGTON TERRACE, 474 WELLINGTON ROAD 18, FERGUS PLEASE CALL DONNA BRYCE, COUNTY CLERK, AT: 519.837.2600, x 2520* TO CONFIRM MEETING DATES AND TIMES, AS MEETINGS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

Thanksgiving Closures All County of Wellington offices, library branches and the Museum and Archives will be closed on Monday, October 14.

The World’s Largest Newsstand - At Your Finger Tips!

Wellington County Library is introducing a new online magazine service called Zinio in October. With titles such as Canadian Geographic, Cottage Life, ChickaDEE, Maclean’s, Zoomer and Seventeen, there’s something for everyone.!

Access Zinio on your computer, tablet or smartphone for full page, colour browsing of your favourite magazines. There’s no wait time, no overdue fees and no limit on the number of magazines you borrow!

Watch our website for more information coming soon: www.wellington.ca/Library.

Strengthening Families Programme

2014 Green Legacy Programme

Strengthening Families for Parents and Youth is a nine week, educational programme for families with teens ages 12-16. The programme will begin in October and runs one night per week, from 5:00 - 7:30 pm in Palmerston.

Dinner is provided so you don’t have to cook! You just need to get the family there on time.

Order forms available October 1

Programme Highlights:

The Green Legacy Tree Planting Programme will continue in 2014.

This spring, over 160,000 trees will be planted all over Wellington County!

• Learn new skills each week.

• Improve communication between parents and teens • Learn about resources and topics important to youth growing up in our rural community.

• Gain new insights into your family.

• Skills learned here will help youth to make better choices in the future.

• Youth and parents meet will first meet separately to learn new skills in an open and engaging way.

• Both parties meet later as a family to put all their new skills together.

Visit www.wellington.ca, or call 519.546.2228 to obtain an order form.

Order early to avoid disappointment.

This programme is fully funded. Space is limited.

For more information, or to register, contact: Elsa Mann Strengthening Families Coordinator-Wellington County (Mount Forest Family Health Team) T 226.343.5222 E elsamann1@gmail.com

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