Inside Wellington November 22, 2013

INSIDE WELLINGT­­­ON

Second Section November 22, 2013

Elora Curling Club: 175 years and still rockin’ ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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PAGE TWO Inside Wellington - Second Section of the Wellington Advertiser, Friday, November 22, 2013

Victoria Park Seniors Centre

150 Albert St., W., Fergus 519-787-1814

Craft Show

Saturday Nov. 23rd, 10am - 2pm

Over 30 Exhibitors with one-of-a-kind hand crafted items!

Jewellery, Pottery, Knits, Scarves, Candles, Wreaths, Children’s Wear, Cards, Christmas items & more!

Enjoy mulled cider & shortbread cookies!

Free Admission & Parking

Fergus Legion - Ladies Auxiliary

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Chess: Thursdays at 7pm. Victoria Park Seniors Centre 150 Albert W. Fergus. All levels welcome. Contact: Louie David 519-8434445.

Great Vendors

Jewelry, Art, Preserves, Skin Care, Culinary, Handmade Crafts and many more!

Fri. Nov. 22

Euchre at St. John’s United, Belwood. 7:30. *** Country Christmas presented by Canadian Fiddler, Scott Woods and band, 7pm, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 325 St. George St. W., Fergus. Adults $20, children $10. Advanced tickets available at church office. For more info., call 519-843-3565. *** Erin United Church Turkey Dinner, 5, 6, and 7pm. Adults $15, children under 12, free. Take-outs available. Wheel Chair accessible. Contact Cindy 519 833-9808 or c_storey@sympatico.ca. *** Fergus contra dance new location, St. James Anglican Church, 171 Queen St. E. 8 to 10:30pm. Admission $10, students $8, youth free. No partner or experience necessary. Bring indoor shoes for dancing. Contact Janice Ferri 519-843-9971. *** Christmas Bazaar and Scalloped Potato and Ham Supper, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Arthur. 4:30 to 7pm, $12. Call 519-848-2839. *** Boughs & Bows fundraiser - Turn-of-Fate Studio, 5890 4th Line, Hillsburgh, 6 to 9pm. Christmas boughs on sale for donations.

All proceeds go to charity you choose. Call Jennifer McKinnon 519-855-9639.

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Horoscopes TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Assume the role of the strong and silent type this week, Taurus.

You do not have to share your opinions with everyone, as an air of mystery may boost your popularity.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 It can be easy to allow excitement to overtake your logic, Gemini.

But you need to be patient and not allow exuberance to interfere with the tasks at hand. That is a recipe for trouble.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, a hefty workload at the office may zap your desire to do much else. However, don’t pass up the opportunity when a social engagement beckons this week.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you will have to continue your rather hectic pace this week, even when you start to feel tired.

Fortunately, you are excited about some of the things on your to-do list.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, getting involved with the right people now opens doors that previously may have been closed to you. Do not squander the opportunity to use these new contacts.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, conflicting emotions arise in the week ahead. You have the desire to fulfill people’s expecta-

CitiFinancial Guelph is sponsoring a food drive during November to benefit Guelph. The public is invited to bring non-perishable food items such as canned fruits and vegetables, cereals, canned soup, pasta and evaporated milk to 218 Silvercreek Parkway North. The office is open Monday and Wednesday 9am to 5:30pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 7pm and Friday from 9am to 5pm. For more information call Christine Welsh 519-821-2520.

“How Dreams Lead To Success” (700-800 words). Essay Competition, open to students under 19 who have not yet graduated high school. Contest deadline: Feb. 1, 2014. No essays accepted after 6pm. Submit essays with attached application to Optimist Club of Centre Wellington, 322 Argyll St., Fergus. N1M 2Y3. Call Melanie Turner at 519-787-0298 for more information.

Saturday, November 23 9am-2pm

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, delay your plans for the time being. A number of unexpected tasks that will require your undivided attention in the coming day, so clear your schedule.

Public service announcements

Parents—is your child struggling in school? We can work with you to help your child. We will provide training and resources.

Call Wellington County Learning Centre 519-848-3462.

For the Fourth Week of Nov.

tions of you, but you also just want some time to yourself.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, maintaining your focus on chores is nearly impossible this week, when you are easily distracted by anything else that sounds interesting. Try to get your work done.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Reestablish your priorities, Sagittarius. Doing so will help you live up to your end of the bargain on various commitments. If necessary, ask others for help.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Expect to be busy for the rest of the month, Capricorn. With potential birthday celebrations and holiday tasks to complete, spare moments are few and far between.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, learning a new skill this week will only add to your already vast repertoire of abilities. This is one more reason to have a positive attitude.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Emphasize feeling good about yourself this week, Pisces. Doing so will enable you to help others in the near future.

Country Dance at the Elora Legion featuring Country Versatiles.

8pm, $10/person, lunch provided. Call 519-846-9611. *** Arthur Legion Craft Sale 10am to 2pm. For more information call Nancy 519-848-5702. *** Craft and bake sale from 9am to 1pm, Elora United Church, corner of Church and Geddes. Crafts, lunch, treats, treasures from Grandma’s Attic. For more information call 846-0122. *** Rockwood & District Lioness craft and bazaar sale, 9am to 1pm.

Rockmosa Community Centre, Rockwood, Something for everyone. For more infomation call Grace 519-856-9650. *** Christmas Bazaar and hot luncheon, Mount Forest United Church, 10am to 2pm. Lunch available 11am to 1pm. Silent auction, baking, candy, preserves, crafts and more. *** Emmanuel Christian High School’s Annual Bazaar, 9am to 1pm, Maranatha Christian School, 8037 Wellington Rd 19, Fergus.

Breakfast 8:30 to 9:30am, Dutch luncheon 11am to 1pm. *** Annual Christmas Bazaar, Sunset Villa, 7150 Concession 1 Puslinch. Nov. 23 and Nov. 24, 11am to 4pm each day. Traditional Danish decorations, gifts, baking and Tombola. *** Colonial Christmas Luncheon and Bazaar. St. James Anglican Church Queen St. E., Fergus; 11am to 2pm. Baking, crafts, toonie table and draws. Adults $8 children $4. Everyone welcome. *** Palmerston Knox Presbyterian Church Bazaar, 10am to 1pm.

Soup/sandwich luncheon, baking, new gifts, candles and toonie table. *** Book and bake sale, St. John’s Anglican Church Hall, 112 Main St. N., Rockwood, 10am to 4pm. Donations accepted, all proceeds go to “Animals Homeward Bound” for more info call 519-8569002. *** Kid’s Club, “Bracelets of Hope” ‘Caring for our neighbours in Africa’, 9am to 12pm, Knox Elora Presbyterian Church. Music, stories, crafts, games, fun and snacks. Call 519-846-8061. *** Annual Craft Show - Victoria Park Seniors Centre, 150 Albert St., Fergus, 10am to 3pm. Over 30 Exhibitors, with hand-crafted items. For information call 519-787-1814. *** Drayton Christmas Craft Show. Vendors and hot lunch, 10am to 2pm, Drayton Community Centre, 68 Main Street, West. *** Christmas Bazaar, bake sale and lunch, Fergus Legion, 500 Blair Street, 9am to 2pm. All welcome. Many vendors and pictures with Santa. Get a pulled pork sandwich and fries, $6. ***

Credit Valley Artisans’s Christmas show and sale, 10am to 6pm, Nov. 24, 11am to 5pm, the Cottage in Cedarvale Park, Main Street S., Georgetown. *** Rainbow Chorus Fundraiser Karaoke Dance Party, Mahoney’s Sports Bar, Guelph. 9pm to 2am. DJ, 50/50 draw, door prizes and lots of fun. Tickets $10, contact Brenda at 519-323-1008. *** A Night in Bethlehem, Nov. 23, 24, 29 and 30, 6 to 9pm. 7427 Wellington County Road, Guelph. Contact 519-837-1457 for more information.

Sun. nov. 24

19th Annual Christmas Craft Show, 9am to 3pm. Arthur Community Centre, free. Proceeds used to make Arthur and area a better place to live and raise children. Call Laird More 519848-3516. *** Aberfoyle Annual Christmas Parade 2pm. Parade route - Township Office on Wellington Road 34, east to Brock Road (Wellington Road 46), south to Maple Leaf Lane, then into the Community Centre grounds where Santa will greet children. *** Show and Sale - raising funds for Crohn’s research, 11am to 4pm, Palmerston Community Centre, free. Door prizes, and food available. Come support a 10-year-old girl suffering from this disease. *** Co-ed volleyball tournament - John F. Ross GCVI, Guelph. Cash prizes. All proceeds to charity. Contact Wanda Gordon 519-82126353 or gordonwanda@hotmail.com. *** Monck Baptist Church, Conn. Hear how Andrew Barron, being Jewish realized that Jesus is His Messiah, 11am. Call 519-0239924 for more information. *** Sacred Heart Catholic Women’s League Christmas Bazaar, 10am to 2pm, school gym, Alice St., Guelph. Main draw, penny table, bake table, and more. Hot lunch served; free admission, everyone welcome. *** Holidays Happen! Craft and vendor sale, 9am to 1pm, Elora Legion: in support of Salem School Council play structure maintenance. Craftspeople, vendors, and more. Free admission.

tues. Nov. 26

Maryborough Horticultural Society annual meeting and potluck supper. Time: 6:30pm. Moorefield Optimist Hall. Please bring your own dishes and cutlery. Info. 519-291-1458. *** Casserole lunch dessert and beverage, St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Mount Forest, 11:30am to 1:30pm. $8. All welcome.

Wed. Nov. 27

Elora and Salem Horticultural Society’s Monthly Meeting 7:30pm, Heritage River Retirement Community, 25 Wellington Dr. Light refreshments provided, everyone welcome. *** Christmas Bazaar - Grace Anglican Church, Arthur. 11:30am1:30pm. Bake table and draws. $8 Casseroles, salad, rolls, pie and cheesecake.

Thurs. Nov. 28

Euchre - St. Mary Parish Family Centre, Mount Forest. 7:30pm $3 includes light lunch and prizes. *** Victoria Park Seniors Centre: Brain Gym Workshop 3pm. Call 519-787-1814 to register.

Fri. Nov 29

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 information call 519-856-9211. *** Alma Optimist Beef Barbecue, Alma Community Centre, 5 to 7pm. $12. *** All Saints Community Dinner. Come early for best seating, 6 to 7pm. No sermon, no charge; free will offerings gratefully accepted & gluten-free available. All Saints Church, 81 Main Street, Erin. *** Snow White Christmas, World Premiere, Nov. 28 to Dec. 22.

Theatre Orangeville, 87 Broadway. Adults $40, 8pm, 2pm $33, students $20, children 12 and under, $12. Call 519-942-3423.

Sat. Nov. 30

Marsville Community Breakfast last Saturday of November at the East Garafraxa School. *** Breakfast with Santa hosted by Marsville Lions club at the East Garafraxa School with Christmas Market. *** The Guelph Concert Band Opening Concert of 2013-14, 7pm, Harcourt Memorial United Church, 87 Dean Ave., Guelph.

Tickets at the River Run Centre box office or at the door: $15 adults, $10 seniors and students, $5 eyeGO and children. *** Country Breakfast, Rockwood United Church 8am-11am. Adults $8, Children $5, Families (2 Adults and 2+Children) $20. All Welcome. Tickets Available at Door. Call 519-856-4160. *** The Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary is holding their Christmas craft sale from 10am to 3pm. Free admission and free parking. Br. 234 Guelph, 57 Watson Parkway S. Continued on page 15

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, November 22, 2013 PAGE THREE

Elora Curling Club: 175 years and still rockin’

by Patrick Raftis

ELORA - The Elora Curling Club is currently celebrating its 175th anniversary season.

Attaining that milestone has allowed the thriving club to lay claim to being among the oldest, continuously-operating, curling clubs in Ontario.

While the winter sport is believed to have been played on the frozen surface of the Grand River since the 1840s, it wasn’t until the game moved indoors in 1879 that the local club was officially formed.

The original facility, located on Mill Street, burned down in 1908, but the game continued on an outdoor rink located at the corner of Geddes and David Streets.

In 1920 a new multi-purpose rink to accommodate hockey, skating and curling was opened, but that facility too was lost to fire in 1933.

In 1934, a new arena was opened on the site of the present curling club; this one including a two-sheet ice pad for curling, in addition to the hockey and skating rink.

Use of the arena was interrupted during the Second World War, when the facility was used to store bales of wool for making uniforms.

Aside from a period of time in the 1930s when women took to the ice, curling was a maledominated sport in this area, notes Wilma Schwint, who joined the club in 1961, when

women were invited to play alongside the men.

The game at that time was still played on natural ice and, Wilma recalls, her first season was a short one.

“We didn’t start until well after the new year and we had a thaw in the middle of February, so that first season we played seven games.”

The following year, the facility was outfitted for artificial ice and Wilma recalls those pioneering ladies who participated in the short outdoor season were hastily promoted to skips of the ladies teams that were subsequently formed.

Wilma, like her husband, Doug Schwint, is an honourary life member of the Elora Curling Club. Doug began curling in the early ‘60s as well, and became one of the area’s top competitors, winning the prestigious Mutual Life Trophy in 1984 skipping a rink that also included George Jemmett, Ken Cameron and Rick Smith.

The Schwints both say their early days at the former facility provided many good experiences. Wilma was at one point secretary on the club’s executive, while Doug was among those who helped to make ice.

“We had some great times on that old two-sheeter,” states Wilma.

In the mid-1970s the Elora

Historic club - Elora Curling Club members go over some of the history of the club, which is celebrating its 175th anniversary season in 2013-14. From left: Bruce McEachern, Doug Schwint, Terry Novosad and Wilma Schwint.

Cover photo: Wilma and Doug Schwint, Terry Novosad and Bruce MacEachern.

arena, like many throughout Ontario, was condemned as a result of a blitz of safety inspections arising from fear of another tragic arena collapse like the one in Listowel that claimed eight lives in 1959.

At that point, the club purchased the site and constructed the current Elora Curling Club building around the existing ice pads – resulting in the fivesheet facility the club presently operates.

A new hockey and skating arena was built next door at the corner of David Street and Wellington Road 7.

Today, with over 200 members, the Elora Curling Club is a busy place, with league play scheduled every weeknight and a heavy slate of bonspiels on the weekends.

This year, in addition to popular local events like the George Rogers Memorial Bonspiel and the Pritchard Memorial Mixed Bonspiel, the

Season of celebration - The Elora Curling Club is hosting numerous special events as the club celebrates its 175th anniversary during the 2013-14 season. photo by Patrick Raftis

Now is the

club is hosting a number of competitive events.

First up is the Ontario Curling Association (OCA) Junior Regionals, featuring top young curlers competing for the right to advance to the pro-

to keeping time and helping keep the ice in shape for the intermediate competition.

Of course, the anniversary season isn’t all work for the volunteers.

Earlier this season, club

“We didn’t start until well after the new year and we had a thaw in mid-February, so that first season, we played seven games.”

- Wilma Schwint, longtime Elora Curling Club member. vincial playdowns.

Additionally, as part of its anniversary festivities, the club will host the Provincial Intermediate Mens and Ladies Curling Playdowns from March 5 to 8.

The event will attract the best 16 curling teams from across the province to compete for intermediate provincial titles.

“It’s very unusual that a provincial playdown of any level is being played in a club this size. Usually that will go to the bigger clubs,” notes longtime local member Bruce MacEachern.

“It will attract a lot of people because there will be people here from across the province, so it’s good for the community as well,” he said.

Club president Terry Novosad added, “It draws in a lot of people, a lot of good curlers. There’s going to be some excellent curling going on here.”

Novosad noted hosting the event will mean “a lot of work” for the club’s volunteers.

“We rely a lot on our volunteers and we’re going to be putting a lot of pressure on them this year,” he said, adding volunteers will be needed to help with everything from kitchen and bartending duties,

members had a chance to mingle with some of Canada’s top curlers. On Oct. 3, the club hosted a meet and greet dinner with four Canadian and world champions: Glenn Howard, Craig Savill, Brent Laing and Jennifer Jones.

“It was a wonderful night … they were just incredible speakers,” said Novosad.

Jones was particularly good at relating to the junior curlers, added Wilma.

“She was just incredible with the juniors and the way they just lit up when she was talking to them - it was just wonderful to see,” she said.

Club members are also looking forward to the upcoming 175th Birthday Bash. The bonspiel/party on Feb. 22 will allow teams to compete not only in curling, but other games such as trivia competitions as well.

“It’s a point system so if you win the trivia you could end up winning the bonspiel,” explained Novosad.

While the focus is on fun, over the years the Elora club has produced some good competitive curlers.

An Elora team skipped by Rowe Deans and including Jeff Beath, Matt McDougall and Trevor Feil won the OCA Holiday Inn Challenge, a pro-

photos by Patrick Raftis

vincial competition, in 2007.

Feil also entered a rink in the Colt Provincials in Meaford last season, finishing second, and hopes to qualify to play in the provincial competition in Elora this spring.

Tina Mazerolle has competed at the provincial level on the ladies side and in mixed events with her husband Andrew.

But for most members, drawing together is as important as drawing to the button.

Novosad, who curled in Blenheim before moving to Elora in 1984, knew the sport would help him become a part of his new community in short order.

“The first place I looked to meet people when I moved into town was the curling club ... I couldn’t wait to get here to meet everybody in town.”

MacEachern used to spend his winters coaching hockey.

Then his wife joined the Elora club in 1976.

“I’m busy coaching hockey and I’m away, and she was curling Friday nights - and every Friday night she got later and later,” he recalls.

“I came in one Friday night just to be a visitor and see what’s going on and the next year I quit hockey and joined the curling club ... it was so much fun.”

MacEachern added, “A good portion of our friends today are people we met through the curling club.”

The combination of friendly competition, fellowship and community pride, says Novosad, are among the elements that have helped sustain the Elora Curling Club into its 18th decade.

“It’s the members. It’s members like Bruce and Doug and Wilma ... it’s people like them that have kept it going and it’s the community, and it’s volunteers - people who love the game and love the club and want to come out and meet everybody.”

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Skate park proposed MINTO - The local Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee (PRAC) will hear from a resident who would like to see a skate park or BMX track installed in Harriston.

Recreation services manager Matt Lubbers reported at the Oct. 28 PRAC meeting correspondence has been received from a local resident regarding establishment of such a facility. The resident will be invited to the January PRAC meeting.

Lubbers also noted in his report that The Canadian Country Christmas tour will be making a stop at the Norgan Theatre on Nov. 28 at 8pm. Acts include Sean Hogan, Jamie Warren, Diane Chase, Shane Yellow bird, Marshall Dane and Jay Allen.

Local RWTO branch members hear of China travels

PALMERSTON - Members of the Palmerston Branch of Retired Women Teachers of Ontario were entertained at their meeting on Nov. 1 by Dave and Barb Huntley of Palmerston.

The Huntleys gave a power point presentation of their trip to China earlier this year.

Tienanmen Square, Beijing, Shanghai, the Imperial Palace and the Yangtze River were among the places highlighted in the presentation.

An interesting part of the Chinese culture shared by the Huntleys is the belief in “lucky #9” and citizens will pay up to $50,000 to have 9s on their license plates. Viewing a vase in the Shanghai Museum dating from 12,000 BC was especially impressive to the Huntleys.

Pauline Brown thanked the pair for their presentation.

President Oriole Blyth

welcomed everyone and introduced Area 2 Director Dianne Winkler from Cambridge, who outlined some of the benefits of belonging to RWTO/OERO. She spoke briefly about the Convention in 2015 to be held in Stratford and hosted by Area 2. Winkler was presented with pins from the towns of Minto and Palmerston.

Blyth announced the Palmerston Branch will be looking after the Silent Auction and Door Prizes at the 2015 Convention. Kathy Brown displayed the Barbara Baines Award the Palmerston Branch had won, along with $200, at the Convention in Hamilton in June. The award was given to the Palmerston Branch for having increased the Branch membership. Members were asked to consider ideas for using the money received.

Blyth was chosen as the

provincial delegate to attend the 2014 Convention in Ottawa next June and Colleen Robertson was chosen as the branch delegate. Connie Robinson, reporting for Barb Thompson on Issues and Concerns, explained that signing a donor card is not enough to ensure your wishes will be fulfilled. Those wishing to be an organ donor must register online with Service Ontario to be sure they are included on the list.

Blyth gave information about the “purple crying” program which is being used to inform the public, and particularly parents of newborns, about how this is linked to child abuse. To assist the awareness program, hospitals need knitted purple hats for newborns. Blyth brought patterns for those who might wish to help out by knitting caps.

Ballard visited Thelma

Horne and Cicely Wareham at the Royal Terrace recently to present each lady with a framed certificate from RWTO/OERO as part of the “over 90” group.

Four get well cards and 1 sympathy card have been sent out.

The group was sorry to hear that Bea Houston was in hospital. Marilyn Cherry introduced her sister from Huntsville who is also a retired teacher. The sympathy of the group was extended to the family of Alice Shepard who passed away recently.

Travel Convenor Lynn Morrison gave details about the upcoming trips for 2014 to Dundurn Castle, Toronto Harbour Cruise and possibly the new aquarium, as well as Boston/ Salem.

Pauline Brown reported that the archivist committee consisting of herself, Betty Audet and Mary Jean Hartwig have

decided that the 13 scrapbooks containing the history of the Palmerston Branch of RWTO/ OERO and prepared by Shirley Jackson, will be kept at the Mount Forest Heritage Museum and Archives until Palmerston has its own archives space.

Donna McFarlane gave a brief account of her trip to India this summer and how the work of such groups as Sleeping Children Around the World (SCAW) and Free the Children are so desperately needed in places like India. While in India Donna saw firsthand how the efforts of these organizations are benefiting the people in so many ways. The focus has been on agriculture and India has reclaimed 1/3 more land since Free the Children first went there.

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Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, November 22, 2013 PAGE FIVE

Grand Valley seniors walking tall

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ENTERTAINMENT Complete cast announced for Drayton Entertainment’s holiday production CAMBRIDGE – Drayton Entertainment recently revealed the full cast of its upcoming production Peter Pan, including artistic director Alex Mustakas. “I couldn’t think of a better show to round out our first season at Dunfield Theatre Cambridge,� says Alex Mustakas. “Peter Pan is a high-flying fantasy that’s perfect for the holiday season and offers plenty of family fun. We are truly excited to present this largerthan-life British panto to Cambridge audiences.�

With Mustakas taking on the dual role of patriarch Mr. Darling and the despicable Captain Hook, and Kitchener native AJ Bridel as Peter Pan, the two will do battle alongside a plethora of outrageous characters performed by many recognizable audience favourites.

Joining Hook as his faithful

sidekick in the pursuit for Peter Pan is Smee, portrayed by Nick Settimi.

Serving up laughs as Delilah The Cook, a quintessential female panto character who is performed by a male, is the always amusing Keith Savage.

Jackie Mustakas tackles the duel role of Mrs. Darling (mother to Wendy, John and Michael) and Tiger Lily, the brave and beautiful Indian Princess.

Hadley Mustakas is cast as the plucky, young Wendy Darling.

Making his professional debut in Peter Pan is Lukas Mustakas as Michael, the littlest of Darling children.

Trek Buccino is the sophisticated middle child, John Darling. Theatregoers may remember Buccino from this season’s opening production, when he shared the role of Michal Banks

in Mary Poppins.

Rachel Clark, Jason Franco, Ryan Gifford, Dani Jazzar, Bethany Kovarik, and Kimberly O’Neill round out an impressive ensemble cast.

This line-up of professional actors will be joined on stage by 36 local youth who are cast as the Lost Boys and dancers. “Peter Pan is a timeless tale that appeals to everyone,� says Mustakas. “Audiences of all ages will be swept away by the magic, mischief, and wonder of it all – it’s the perfect family event for the holiday season.�

Peter Pan runs Nov. 20 to Dec. 22.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.dunfieldtheatrecambridge.com, in person at the Dunfield Theatre Cambridge box office, or by calling 519-621-8000 or toll free 1-855-DRAYTON (372-9866).

Beyond The Frame art auction a success GUELPH - Beyond The Frame had a great success at the recent annual fundraising art auction.

The auction achieved proceeds of over $65, 000. Guelph

Auctioneer Robert Milburn sold 53 art works. “Thank you to the many artists, from Guelph and the surrounding region who generously donated their art in sup-

port of MSAC,� a press release stated.

The MSAC’s annual fundraising art auction supports the exhibition, publishing and event program.

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Canadian Guitar Quartet performing at River Run Centre Nov. 23 GUELPH – Since 1999 the Canadian Guitar Quartet has been touring North and South America non-stop, from one standing ovation to the next, establishing a reputation as one of the finest guitar ensembles in the world.

The group is slated to perform at River Run Centre on Nov. 23 at 8pm in the Co-operators Hall, as part of the Arbour Trails Chamber Nights series.

The Canadian Guitar Quartet is comprised of musicians and instrumentalists Julien Bisaillon, Philip Candelaria, Bruno Roussel and Louis TrĂŠpanier.

The quartet’s repertoire includes original songs, traditional Latin music, and pieces from Rossini and other classical composers.

They also play works writ-

ten by Patrick Roux, a founding member of the group who has since retired.

The quartet makes frequent appearances on both English and French national CBC networks, and has been featured on national broadcasts in Chile, Austria and on a Classical Guitar Alive world wide web cast from the United States.

At home in Canada, the ensemble has appeared at the National Art Gallery, Palais Montcalm and the Glenn Gould Studio in Toronto.

The quartet has been the marquee act at countless festivals across the Americas, and headlined Yale University’s “Guitar Extravaganza.�

The Canadian Guitar Quartet has recorded three albums to date. Their recordings and live shows have received acclaim

from fans, critics, and - perhaps most telling of all - from fellow musicians.

Benjamin Verdery of Classical Guitar Magazine wrote, “The Canadian Guitar Quartet dazzled the audience with their second-to-none ensemble playing.�

Fanfare Magazine’s Robert McColley declared that “one cannot imagine better ensemble playing.�

Tickets are $26 for adults and $24 for students and seniors. $5 eyeGO tickets are available for high school students with valid ID. $20 uGO tickets are available to university and college students with valid ID. Tickets are available at the River Run Box Office at 519763-3000, or online at www. riverrun.ca.

Amahl and the Night Visitors coming to Elora ELORA - Amahl and the Night Visitors, the one-act opera by Gian Carlo Menotti, will be performed on Nov. 30 at 3pm at St. John’s Church here.

It was specifically composed for television in 1951 and has been performed nu-

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Back by popular demand, this holiday favourite is an opera that “tries to recapture my own childhood� according to Menotti.

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ENTERTAINMENT Guelph Youth Singers host When Children Sing – a Choral Event GUELPH - Guelph Youth Singers will host two local school and community choirs: Wellington Hall Academy, Westwood PS and Guelph Youth Music Centre’s Kids Chorus in, When Children Sing – a Choral Event.

The event will be held at 7pm on Nov. 14 at New Life Christian Reformed Church, 400 Victoria Road North in Guelph.

The event will comprise daytime rehearsals with the participating local choirs and an evening concert by the choirs, along with the choirs of Guelph Youth Singers.

Markus Howard, the new conductor and artistic director of GYS, will visit the schools in advance of the event for workshops to help the choirs work on massed choir pieces.

School and community choirs will perform their own solo songs, and each choir of Guelph Youth Singers will also be represented throughout the program.

All proceeds from the concert will be donated to the bursary fund of the Guelph Youth Singers. These bursaries are issued to children in Guelph and surrounding areas, who would like to join GYS, but cannot due to financial restrictions.

Tickets will be $5 per person at the door. Parents, family and friends of the choir members are welcome to attend.

Guelph Youth Singers is

Tiny Tim and family - The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild’s production of the original holiday musical Ebenezer opened Nov. 8 at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre. Theatre officials reported a solid opening weekend, with a near-capacity crowd at the Sunday matinee giving the performers a standing ovation. Portraying the Cratchit family in the production are, from left: Austin Maucoux, Dan Bieman, Wilma Mol, Grace Day, Daniel Weppler, Natasha Weppler and Evelyn Nanninga. The show wraps up this weekend with performances on Nov. 21, 22 and 23 at 7:30pm. Tickets are available for $20 at Harriston Home Hardware, Shopper’s Drugmart in Mount Forest, or the box office at 519-338-2778 or ticketsgwtg@wightman.ca. submitted photo

Kick-off holiday season with Snow Angel concert in Guelph Dec. 7 GUELPH - Guelph Youth Singers (GYS) will prsent its winter concert Snow Angel, under the leadership of new artistic director Markus Howard, on Dec. 7 at 7pm, at Harcourt Memorial United Church here.

Tickets are $25 for adults, and $20 for students and seniors/eyeGO.org.

For tickets, call the River Run Centre box office at 519763-3000.

Four award-winning choirs and the newest addition to the GYS family, the Young Men’s Choir, will perform at this celebration of the holiday season.

Music ranging from traditional carols to contemporary popular selections, Broadway, folk and music of the African Diaspora will showcase these youth.

The title piece, Snow Angel,

by young Canadian composer, Sarah Quartel, has a whimsical text about the enchantment of new-fallen snow, officials state.

The choirs will launch themselves back into the snow, beating their wings, and leaving their imprint on the Guelph holiday season.

Founded in 1991 and now celebrating its 23rd year, Guelph Youth Singers has reached national prominence through provincial and national awards at the Canadian Federation of Music Festivals.

Its three solo CDs, including its latest, an anniversary release titled, Into the Breeze, are sold throughout North America and are regularly played on Canadian radio stations.

GYS is always looking for new choristers who love to sing. Choristers enjoy the

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chance to learn to sing well, read music, participate in drama workshops, perform…and to enjoy the company of other talented youth.

Auditions are currently being scheduled for entry into the choir in January, 2014. Audition appointments are designed to give the child a “mini-lesson” and an enjoyable experience.

Singers are invited to enter the choir in September and in January.

Prospective choristers and their parents are welcomed to contact the GYS office at 519821-8574 for more information, to watch a rehearsal, or to register for an audition.

More information is available at www.guelphyouthsingers.com, the GYS facebook page and or follow on twitter.

an award-winning organization that has been given the top awards for choral groups from the Guelph Kiwanis Association, and has won further awards at both the Provincial and National levels of the Canadian Federation of Music Festivals.

Guelph Youth Singers includes 75 choristers, aged six through 18, and is always looking for children who love to sing.

Auditions are held in De-

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Prospective choristers and their parents are welcome to contact the GYS office at 519821-8574 for more information, to watch a rehearsal, or to register for an audition.

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Students competed in Kata, Kobudo and Team Kata

BRANTFORD - On Nov. 2, Elora Gorge Karate students traveled to Brantford for the 2013 Budokan Gojyu-Ryu Karate Tournament.

Students competed in Kata, Kobudo and team kata.

Students who placed in their divisions were: Evan Daveikis, Rebekah Denton, Cole Hopkins, Brayden Fletcher, Madelyn Richardson, Katrina Acheson, Natalia Van Esch, Blaire Bauman, MacKenzie Nelson,

Bryon Brideau, Francesca Van Esch, Astrid Van Esch, Jerry Van Esch and Bill Stimpson.

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Karate crew - Elora Gorge Karate students travelled to Brantford for the 2013 Budokan Gojyu-Ryu Karate Tournament on Nov. 2, with many placing well in their divisions. submitted photo

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“I am very pleased with the top 32 selections for the Junior Men’s National Team program” said head coach Jim Jones.

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Residents oppose speed limit increase on Wellington Road 34

County decides to disband OPP mounted unit

by Kris Svela WELLINGTON CTY. - The county’s OPP mounted unit is being dismounted.

County council voted on Oct. 31 in support of a police services board recommendation to dismantle the unit, which consists of three horses: Bosco, Jasper and Moose.

The issue was also part of a closed session of council, after which Warden Chris White announced the unit was being disbanded after 11 years of

service.

“It wasn’t an easy decision,” said councillor Ray Tout, who is the county representative on the police services board. “People love horses.”

The horses have been a fixture at fall fairs and patrols in many of the urban communities throughout Wellington County.

Tout said the cost to operate the mounted unit is about $250,000 annually, including two officers staffing the unit, a vehicle to transport the horses, lodging and food.

Bosco has been under veterinary care over the past several weeks and is expected to remain under care for an extended period.

“It became quite expensive in the eyes of the [police services board],” Tout said of the decision.

“That’s two officers we can have on the street,” he added, noting the officers will be redeployed. “What’s more important for Wellington County is two officers on the beat.”

The mounted unit is one of the few OPP detachments that provided mounted officers on patrol.

The mounted unit was first tested in 1998, with the Arthur Kinsmen Club purchasing the first horse trailer and the Ontario Standardbred Society donating the horses and providing training.

The horses were first used in an operational capacity at the 2000 International Plowing Match hosted by the county. In October 2003 the county purchased two six-yearold Percheron geldings, Jasper and Bosco. Moose was purchased in

2011.

The unit, Tout said, will be officially disbanded by the end of the year, with the horses being put out to

by Mike Robinson PUSLINCH - Residents here want to stay in the slow lane - at least along Wellington Road 34.

A group of concerned residents planned to address Puslinch council on Nov. 6 to ask that the speed limit along Wellington Road 34 between Victoria and Brock Roads remain at

60km/h.

The matter had come up at council in early October, when councillor Susan Fielding brought the concerns forward.

CAO Karen Landry explained the Puslinch roads committee recommended the township request Wellington County to apply TAC (Transportation Association of Canada) standards on the speed limit on Wellington Road 34 from Victoria to

on was held on Nov. 3. A large crowd was annual Elora Horse and Hound Parade Horses, hounds help hospital - The second Caledon Hunt Club parade through the downtown area during the event, which and photo by Helen Michel hand to watch members of the Eglinton More coverage on page 24.

Hospital in Fergus. raised $6,500 for Groves Memorial Community

r mill Fire destroys historic Mundell Lumbe n Callaghan: Cause, damage estimate still unknow

by Chris Daponte ERIN - The cause of the Oct. 31 fire at Mundell Lumber here remains unclear, as does the financial loss resulting from the blaze.

But one thing is certain: the destruction of the old mill on the property is a huge loss for the site - and the town.

“The historical value of it is what will be missed,” Fire Chief Dan Callaghan told the Advertiser as he watched firefighters continue to douse the remains of the historic mill on Oct. 31 at about 9am. ters responded at 2:30am

to a large fire at the business, which has long been a mainstay in downtown Erin.

By the time the fire department arrived, the mill at the rear of the Rona storefront on Main Street was fully engulfed by flames, which some people said could be seen from Hillsburgh.

Seven trucks and 34 firefighters from both the Erin and Hillsburgh stations battled the blaze for two hours.

They managed to control the fire and prevent it from spreading, but the 1840 mill was destroyed. Two nearby trucks owned by the business were also severely damaged.

Firefighters remained on the scene all day on Oct. 31 to ensure the fire was completely extinguished.

As of Nov. 4 there was still no estimate on the financial loss of the building, which in addition to the mill and antique equipment, also housed lumberyard offices.

“At this time the cause is unknown,” Callaghan said on Monday.

He explained the Fire Marshal’s office has conducted an investigation but has not yet provided a lot of in-

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Brock Road.

It was anticipated that move would shift the speed limit from 60 to 80km/h.

Landry said staff were expected to bring back a report in November.

She explained it is up to council to decide whether or not to move ahead with the recommendation to make the request of the county.

Fielding said she was the sole person opposed to the roads committee motion, which could increase a the speed limit to 80km/h. She said group of citizens have gathered numerous signatures in opposition to

that move.

While it is county road, Fielding said the request to alter the speed limit has to come through Puslinch Township to apply the TAC stan-

dards.

“They are not going to change it without a reason.” She said it is up to council to vote on whether a request is made [by the municipality].

Fielding added the people putting forward the motion are hoping the speed limit will be raised.

“This is only an initiative of a couple of people. But we have our large urban centres of Mini-Lakes and Mill Creek with over 300 to 500 residents,” she said.

“We are under no obligation to Continued on page 15

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Rural Life OMAF and MRA Report

Agricultural Information Contact Centre | 1-877-424-1300 | www.ontario.ca/omafra A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food (OMAF) and the Ministry of Rural Affairs (MRA). If you require further information, regarding this report, call the Elora Resource Centre at 519-846-0941. Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

For technical information, call the Agricultural Information Contact Centre at 1-877-424-1300 or visit the OMAF website: www.ontario.ca/omaf and/or the MRA website: www.ontario.ca/mra BILL TO PROMOTE LOCAL FOOD PASSES FINAL VOTE Ontario is moving forward to help promote the good things that are grown, harvested and processed in Ontario with today’s passage of the Local Food Act, 2013.

The new legislation is part of a strategy to build Ontario’s economy by making more local food available in markets, schools, cafeterias, grocery stores and restaurants. This will create jobs and expand the province’s agri-food sector.

The new legislation -- the first of its kind in Canada -- will increase local food awareness, and boost sales by setting local food goals and targets in consultation with sector partners. The act will also create a non-refundable tax credit of 25 per cent for farmers who donate their surplus harvest to eligible community food programs such as food banks, and proclaim a Local Food Week that will take place annually, beginning the first Monday in June.

Building a stronger agri-food industry is part of the government’s economic plan to support a dynamic and innovative business climate, invest in people and invest in infrastructure.

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REGISTER FOR A PREMISES IDENTIFICATION NUMBER In the event of an emergency that affects Ontario’s agriculture and food industries, it is critical to be able to identify and contact agri-food business locations and facilities as rapidly as possible.

Ontario’s Provincial Premises Registry (PPR) is a premises registry that provides this rapid identification and contact capability. All Ontario agri-food business owners and operators can register their premises, at no cost, and receive a unique Premises Identification Number (Premises ID). You can register online at www.ontarioppr. com or call toll free at 1-855-697-7743 to speak with a representative. PPR is an OMAF and MRA initiative. If you already have a Premises ID, please remember to update your premises information any time there is a change related to your premises (e.g. contact information, activities etc.).

INVESTMENT READY: CERTIFIED SITE PROGRAM Ontario’s Investment Ready: Certified Site Program is a province-wide investment attraction program that provides financial and marketing support to those who complete a set of requirements and due diligence for an eligible property.

This new program will give investors a greater degree of certainty when they are looking for development opportunities in Ontario municipalities. It will help companies looking to locate or expand their businesses make quick, informed decisions and get projects underway sooner. Designed to appeal to global investors, the program will give municipalities a chance to showcase their communities, attract new investment and help create jobs. This new initiative is part of the government’s strategy to foster a competitive business climate in communities across Ontario.

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OPINION: What’s the truth about bee mortality?

by Terry Daynard WELLINGTON CTY. Some beekeeping and environmental groups want to ban the usage of neonicotinoid (“neonic”) insecticides.

Neonics are used to protect food crops from insect damage, to control fleas on pets and to protect ash trees.

As a farmer using neonic seed treatments during springtime planting to protect my corn plants, I decided to dig deeper - talking to bee professionals and researchers, and reading the underlying science.

There are sure two sides to this story - with only one being told.

Public claims about a neonic-induced honey bee “Armageddon” seem much exaggerated. Statistics show that bee colony numbers are increasing, climbing almost 50% in Ontario since neonic seed treatments were introduced in 2004.

Ontario fruit and vegetable farmers report no problems in securing honey bee colonies for crop pollination. Ontario even sends thousands of hives for pollination to Atlantic Canada.

In France, the number of bee colonies dropped by 25% after a neonic ban was imposed in 1999.

While some beekeepers have experienced sizable losses, many others have not, even when locating hives beside corn. The beekeeper with hives on my corn farm reports no unusual losses.

Beekeeper associations in Western Canada, where 80% of Canadian honey is produced and 80% of Canadian neonic seed treatment occurs, say neonics aren’t a problem. They oppose a ban.

Anti-neonic campaigners say neonics caused a 37% bee loss last winter. But the Ontario bee loss was only 12% the previous winter, and crop neonic usage was about the same in both preceding seasons. Losses are usually made up quickly in springtime by bee multiplication.

Nevertheless, some beekeepers are experiencing large losses. From my perspective, there are at least three reasons.

One major problem is new diseases and bee pests, including the devastating varroa mite.

While beekeepers often say these parasites are “under control,” varroa mites are carriers for devastating viruses that are poorly understood and rarely monitored.

Researchers say only three mites per 100 bees ensure overwinter colony death. Chemicals used by bee keepers to combat the mites can also cause bee deaths.

A second problem is that corn and soybean crops produce little or no nectar and malnourished bees living nearby are especially vulnerable to death.

A third factor can be untended neonic exposure.

Certain types of corn seeders can expel seed-treatment dust into the air during planting.

This dust can cause bee deaths if the wind is blowing the wrong way. Short-term losses may be large, though bee numbers can normally recover quite quickly.

Some claim that seedingtime exposure causes massive overwinter mortality months later. But that’s highly unlikely; living bees break down neonics within hours.

Advocates claim bees die later in the season because of neonic residues in plant pollen, soil and surface water, but experts say amounts detected are far too minute to harm bees.

Health Canada detected none in most soil and water samples it collected near corn fields in 2013.

Farmers, seed and corn planter companies and governments are all working actively

ATTENTION – ALL FARMERS! Wellington County Soil & Crop Assoc. are sponsoring their

ANNUAL CROP PRODUCER MEETING Friday December 6 Alma Bible Church, Alma

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to eliminate planter dust emissions.

Those demanding a ban on neonics ignore the realities facing farmers: insects can severely damage seedling corn plants and crop yield. Corn is an important source of Canadian food and feed. Farmers need to protect their crops.

A neonic ban would drive many farmers to use other compounds (yes, including organic ones) more hazardous to health and the environment.

Terry Daynard is a Wellington County corn farmer, and former associate dean for research and innovation at the Ontario Agricultural College, University of Guelph.

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Lowell Lindsay one of four inductees to Agricultural Hall of Fame GUELPH - Four outstanding Canadians have joined the prestigious Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame.

Lowell Lindsay, John Oliver, the late Honourable John Wise and Donald Ziraldo were formally inducted at a ceremony on Nov. 3, at the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame awards banquet in Toronto.

“This year’s inductees demonstrate the dynamic nature of our industry, and the breadth of dedication, expertise and contributions that have shaped, and continue to shape, the Canadian agricultural landscape,” said Judy Shaw, president of the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame Association.

“It is very exciting for our organization to witness the growing interest within our industry to recognize deserving individuals such as this year’s four inductees.”

Lowell Lindsay Nominated by Semex and EastGen, Lindsay dedicated his 53-year professional career to elevating Canadian dairy cattle to be the elite, coveted source for genetics around the world.

A perfectionist with a keen eye, the Guelph-Eramosa resident set the standard on numerous fronts as a sire analyst, judge, mentor and ambassador for Canadian agriculture.

In the mid 1970s, Lindsay was instrumental in organizing the first group of Canadian cattle to participate in the World Dairy Expo, a major first step in elevating Canadian Holsteins as world leaders. As a skilled sire analyst, Lindsay put Canadian genetics in high demand, selling millions of

LOWELL LINDSAY doses of semen around the world, building economic impact and a stellar reputation for the Canadian dairy industry.

He judged more than 200 dairy shows, travelling the world on judging assignments throughout the United States, Japan, Brazil, Argentina, Germany, England, Scotland, Ireland and Spain. And today’s modern style of clipping and fitting dairy cattle for the show ring traces back to Lindsay and his fine techniques to help cattle show their best in the ring.

Recognizing the importance of mentoring the next generation, Lindsay is a founding member of the Canadian Classic 4-H Junior Dairy Show, the Ontario Dairy Youth Trust Fund and the Ontario Dairy Discovery Fund.

Lindsay has left a lasting legacy of global excellence for

the Canadian dairy industry.

John Oliver Nominated by Dow AgroSciences Canada, Oliver’s contributions to agriculture in Canada can be found in the farm field, in the boardroom, in government policy and in numerous agricultural organizations across the country. His own roots in agriculture run deep.

He grew up on a farm in Napanee, Ontario, one of the first farms in the area, and one where he lives today.

Oliver joined Elanco after graduating from the University of Guelph in 1961, quickly earning numerous corporate roles including Vice President of Eli Lilly Canada and President of DowElanco Canada.

Under Oliver’s leadership, two significant agricultural businesses came into being

in Canada – Elanco Animal Health and Dow AgroSciences Canada.

As a visionary leader, Oliver made several significant contributions to the agricultural industry during his career.

Canola is the world-renowned, made-in-Canada crop it is today, thanks in large part to Oliver’s efforts.

He helped put Canadian flax on the map - a crop with benefits for growers and human health. And Oliver has been a lifelong advocate for biotechnology, helping attract significant investment in the Canadian biotech sector.

He is a founding member of the Canadian AgriMarketing Association, past chair of CropLife Canada and the Canadian Animal Health Institute, and is on the advisory board of the Canadian AgriFood Policy Institute.

Honourable John Wise Nominated by the Elgin County Office of the Warden and the Elgin County Holstein Association, the late Honourable Wise began his life’s work in agriculture at the local level.

Active in farm organizations and municipal politics for more than 15 years, Wise was elected as the Member of Parliament for Elgin in 1972. He held his riding through five consecutive elections until 1988. In 1979, he was appointed Minister of Agriculture in Joe Clark’s government. In 1984, he served his second term as federal Minister of Agriculture as part of Brian Mulroney’s government.

During his tenure in national politics, John was instrumental in development of the

agricultural component of the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement. He established the Farm Debt Review Act and oversaw the expansion of the network of national research stations and laboratories across Canada.

From transition assistance to grape growers, to a longterm dairy policy, supply management in the egg sector and business risk management for beef farmers, Wise championed many sectors in the Canadian agriculture industry.

He was a leader who knew how to define the issues, plot effective strategies and get the best out of people. He has been recognized for outstanding service to Canadian agriculture

by Dairy Farmers of Ontario, Dairy Farmers of Canada and Farm Credit Canada, and is an honorary member of the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association.

Donald Ziraldo Nominated by the Grape Growers of Ontario, Wine Council of Ontario, and Canadian Vintners Association, Ziraldo put Canadian table wines and ice wines on the international stage, earning him the name of the pioneer of the Canadian wine industry.

Ziraldo first made headlines in 1975 when he and business partner Karl Kaiser were granted the first winery license in Ontario since the days of prohibition.

The Inniskillin Wines brand was born and Canada’s grape and wine industry was headed for a huge transformation. The use of vinifera grapes gave Canadian growers a new opportunity to produce and sell

new varieties of grapes, and the stage was set for Canadian vintners to begin making world class, award-winning wines that were historically dominated by European wineries.

Through his 40-year career, Ziraldo’s leadership, initiative and drive has built an outstanding international reputation for Canada’s wine industry.

Ziraldo founded Vintners Quality Alliance, a framework to uphold the quality and authenticity of Ontario wines.

He was the driving force behind Brock University’s Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute. He was instrumental in getting the Niagara College Culinary Tourism Institute off the ground – to provide education in culinary arts and complement Canadian wines. And he chaired the Vineland Research and Innovation Centre from 2007-2011.

Ziraldo has been honoured with the Order of Ontario, the Order of Canada, a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Canadian Wine Institute, as well as Golden Jubilee and Diamond Jubilee Awards by Queen Elizabeth II. The Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame Association honours and celebrates Canadians for outstanding contributions to the agriculture and food industry. Portraits are on display in the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame Gallery located at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.

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Amahl and the Night Visitors 3pm, St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church, Elora.

Tickets on sale now, 519-846-0331. *** Puslinch Fiddle Orchestra presents a County Christmas Hoedown at Duffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Presbyterian Church, Cty Rd. 46 and 401, shows 2 and 7pm. For Tickets call 519-763-9764. *** Arthur United Church Women Poinsettia Luncheon, bazaar and bake sale, 11:30am to 1:30pm. There will be a bake table with lots of delicious homemade baking, touch and take table and a table with Christmas placemats, table runners and aprons. *** Arthur Legion Karaoke 8:30pm. *** Eden Mills Community Christmas bazaar and tea, noon to 2pm. No admission charge, wheelchair accessible. Eden Mills Community Hall. *** Alma Optimist Country Dance, Alma Community Centre $12.50. Dance to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Country Versatilesâ&#x20AC;? 8pm to 12am. *** Elora Legion bake sale - before Santa Claus Parade in the clubroom from 2 to 4pm. Donations of baked goods will be graciously accepted. *** Silent Auction, Belwood Hall, 4pm. Proceeds towards playground equipment at Belwood Park. Everyone welcome. Food available. Donations gratefully accepted. For information call Crystal 787-0807 or Jane 843-7046. *** Marsville Lions Club 20th Annual Breakfast with Santa, East Garafraxa School, 7:30 to 10:30am. Pictures with Santa, many vendors, balloon artist, scholastic book fair and more. *** Join the Elora Lions for their annual Festival of Lights Santa Claus parade, 6pm. After parade meet Santa at Bissell Park for cookies and cider down by the KIPP ovens. *** Fergus Lions Club Photos with Santa, noon to 2pm, Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex, Fergus. $5 per photo, proceeds to the CW Food Bank.

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Tickets $15 available from choir members or call 519-824-1004. *** Crepe Experience, two seatings, 12:30pm and 1:30pm. Cafe Creperie, 40 Mill St. W., Elora. For reservations call 519-8461618. Build your own crepe, portion of proceeds donated to Grandmothers of the Grand. More info., call Elly 519-843-1528.

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Pepper Cards - reminder this is a weekly game of cards for the month of December at the Harriston Legion. Begins 1:30pm, bring partner or come out and meet new or old friends. Everyone welcome.

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Arthur Agricultural Society meeting. 7:30pm. Upstairs hall, Arthur Community Centre. All Welcome. *** Belwood Lions Jamboree, 7:30pm, Belwood Hall. Come and play, sing, dance and just enjoy the entertainment. Admission $5 (Performing musicians: free). Call 519-843-7011 for information.

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Community Euchre, 7:30pm. Puslinch Community Center. â&#x20AC;¨$5 per person. Lunch provided. â&#x20AC;¨50/50 draw $2. All welcome. For information call Neil Smith at 519-837-3838. *** West Luther 4-H Awards Night, Arthur Community Centre 7pm. *** National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against

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Parade starts at fire hall ends at Frank Lambier Legion. Call 519343-2907 or 519-343-3488 for more information. *** Craft day for kids and face painting from 1 to 4pm. Need extra time to shop? Let us watch your kids for you. Freewill donation appreciated. For more information call Fern 519-836-6777 or email arkellunitedchurch@hotmail.com. *** Buffet lunch and bake sale, 11am to 1pm, at St.Georgesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Anglican Church, Young St., Harriston. $12/person. Everyone welcome.

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Bible Study Worship Service Evening Gathering Prayer Meeting AWANA Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Program Ages 2 to Grade 6

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675 Victoria Terrace, Fergus 519.843.2890 Pastor, Paul Hudson

Victoria Park Seniors Centre Special Event: Melody Makers Christmas Program, 2:15pm, 150 Albert St. Choir, ukulele band and guitar players. Donations accepted at door. All welcome. *** Salvation Sounds 7pm. Worship Uninterrupted Series #6 â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Christmas Evensongâ&#x20AC;? for Women, Guelph Salvation Army Corp., 1320 Gordon Street, Guelph. *** The Ennotville Historical Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Christmas Potluck Dinner, 6:30pm at the library. Everyone welcome.

Wed. Dec. 11

Euchre, everyone welcome to come out and play at the Harriston Legion, 7pm, small lunch provided. Bring a partner, meet old friends, make new ones.

Thurs. Dec. 12

Emmanuel Christian Orchestra Christmas programs - Dec. 6, Drayton Reformed Church; Dec. 12, E.C.H.S. gym on Garafraxa St., both starting at 7:30pm, admission is a freewill offering. *** Chili and/or Hot Dog Dinner, 5 to 7pm, Rockmosa Community Centre, Rockwood. Chili Dinner, $7; Hot Dog Dinner $4.

Sponsored by Stone United Church. Contact 519 833-2496.

For more events go to:

www.wellingtonadvertiser.com

To be a part of the Church Service Directory call 519.843.5410 or email: sales@wellingtonadvertiser.com

PAGE SIXTEEN Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, November 22, 2013

County Named One Of Canada’s Safest Employers The County was recently recognized as one of the safest employers to work for in the country. The County will be featured, alongside all the winners, in the November issue of Canadian Occupational Safety magazine.

ABERFOYLE WASTE FACILITY STARTING JANUARY 2014 - NEW OPERATION OPEN - Wednesday/Friday/Saturday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm New Services

Waste Bin Drop off Area for cars and pick-up trucks (trailers are permitted)

Continued Services

Reuse Facility • Recycling Bins • Household Hazardous Waste Depot • Wood/Brush Pile • Appliances/Scrap Metal

For more information please call:

Support Your Local Food Bank This Christmas Local food banks in Wellington County are looking for the following items: • Canned fruit • Canned meat • Pasta sauce • Canned pasta • Tea and coffee • Granola bars • Canned stews • Canned tuna • Toilet paper • Cereal • Skim milk powder • Minute Rice • Diapers (size 4-6) • Pasta • Jam • Canned juice • Hygiene products • Dish soap • Cookies • Crackers • Liquid laundry detergent If you would like to drop off any of the above items, contact your local food bank at:

519.837.2601

www.wellington.ca/sws

Festive R.I.D.E. Programme Underway The Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) festive season programme runs November 23 through January 2, 2014.

Impaired driving remains the leading criminal cause of death in Canada. O.P.P. officers will be out in full force across the province in an effort to remove the threat of the impaired drivers and reduce the death toll on Ontario roads.

County of Wellington O.P.P. Officers continually conduct R.I.D.E. spot checks throughout the year, and will also be on the lookout for aggressive drivers, those speeding and people not wearing seat belts.

Help keep our roads safe. If you drink, don’t drive.

CENTRE WELLINGTON FOOD BANK 519.787.1401 MINTO FOOD BANK Harriston 519.338.2825 Palmerston 519.417.4774 Clifford 519.327.8053 WELLINGTON NORTH Arthur Community Pantry

519.848.3272 519.323.9218

2014 Sws Calendar

EAST WELLINGTON COMMUNITY SERVICES Erin and Guelph/Eramosa 519.833.9696 DRAYTON FOOD BANK 519.638.5413

Watch for the 2014 SWS Calendar in the November 29 issue of the Wellington Advertiser.

This year’s theme is “WHY?” Each month answers a different question our staff receive.

The calendar contains information on SWS services, special event days, collection day changes, and rural curbside collection dates. www.wellington.ca/sws ALTERNATE FORMATS OF THIS PUBLICATION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. Accessibility Clerk 519.837.2600 x 2373 or accessibility@wellington.ca

FEEDBACK - HOW ARE WE DOING? Do you have an idea for an upcoming issue?

Andrea Ravensdale, Communications Manager 519.837.2600 x 2320* or andrear@wellington.ca *ALL CALLS CAN BE MADE TOLL FREE TO 1.800.663.0750