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PAGE TWO Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, February 18, 2011

Public Service Announcements

Red Nose Day - It was Red Nose Day once more at the Fergus M&M Meat Shop on Feb. 4. From left: Nikki Richtler, Ashley Green, and Aileen Hawkins as they add a bit of brightness into a February morning.

Over 28,000 students in to sacrifice for food and friends WELLINGTON CTY. – Students in Wellington and Dufferin Counties will give up something that they take for granted on March 4 as part of the Live Free Campaign.

Currently over 28,000 students from the Upper Grand, Wellington Catholic, and Dufferin Peel Catholic School Boards have agreed to Live Free compared to 24,000 who participated in 2010. Live free at school participants will promise to Live Free of a daily treat and donate a toonie to the campaign.

All money raised will go to Food and Friends programs, and each toonie donated will provide one nutritious breakfast and snack.

Also on board to Live Free are Mayor Karen Farbridge, Tyler Carroll of the Guelph Storm, Liz Sandals’ constituency office, Magic 106.1’s Kevin Kelly, and Inside Guelph’s Trish Stevenson.

Food and Friends support student nutrition programs at over 60% of schools in the Upper Grand and Wellington Catholic District school boards.

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healthy meal in a safe environment. For some children and youth, the food served in those programs is their only meal for the day.

Food and Friends believes that every child has the right to go to school well nourished and ready to learn. Where programs are available, all students are welcomed.

Anita Macfarlane, the Food and Friends community program director, said, “With the increase of program starts this year, community fundraising efforts are necessary, significant, and appreciated more than ever. Live Free provides the opportunity to raise local funds for local student nutrition programs. Students have a lot to think about, where there next meal will come from should not be one of them.”

Along with the participating schools, The Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington is challenging businesses to Live Free on March 4. Businesses are encouraged to register to support children in the community so that they can have the nourishment that they need to learn. For more information on Live Free, including a list of participating schools, and to register a business visit www.livefreecampaign.ca or contact The Children’s Foundation at 519826-9551.

The Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington and Food and Friends support 76 student nutrition program sites within Wellington and Dufferin Counties. In the 2009/2010 school year over $350,000 was distributed to these programs.

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Join us during February’s Heart Month at the King and Queen of Hearts Luncheons in support of the North Wellington Chapter of the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Clifford United Church Tuesday, Feb. 15 and the Royal Canadian Legion Mount Forest - Friday, Feb. 25 from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Tickets are $8 at the door. For more information call 519-837-4858. *** Trying to find time to look after you? When planning to keep well and healthy, don’t forget Hospice Wellington’s free Wellness Programs for those suffering from a life threatening disease or for their caregivers. We offer activities such as gentle exercise, guided meditation, circle support time, Therapeutic Touch and Reiki. Monday’s 9:30 – 11:30am Groves Memorial Community Hospital, Fergus. For those grieving or bereaved, “Walk with Purpose” a weekly walking program: Thursday’s in Elora 10 – 11am start from the Cenotaph opposite the Municipal offices.

Start taking care of you by calling Hospice Wellington 519-8363921 to register. *** Freedom to Read Photo Contest. Catch someone reading and submit a photo to be eligible to win a banned book. Photo submissions accepted between Jan. 24 and Feb. 14. To the WCL Fergus Branch. *All submissions must be accompanied by WCL photo consent form signed by the person(s) in the photograph. *** The Victoria Park Seniors Centre in Fergus has a wide variety of programs for all including fitness, computer, dance, health and wellness, arts and music, general interest and everyday drop in programs. Call 519-787-1814. *** Register now for the 2011 “Chase the Tornado Race 10K “ taking place Sunday May 29, 2011 in Grand Valley. You can learn more on-line through @ http://www.rundufferin.com/tornadoes or visit the Running Room’s event listing page. $30 registration, $20 for members, kids free. *** Tickets now available for BBBS Just for Women, Just for Fun fundraiser on April 30. Workshops, refreshments, lunch, raffles, silent auction. 519-323-4273.

Feb 18

Euchre Harriston, Legion #296. Start at 8pm. Light Lunch provided. $5 per person. Bring a partner. For more information call 519-338-2843. *** Harriston Legion #296 Dinner 5-7pm. Tickets $12 per person, children under 12 $6, preschoolers free. Come on out and enjoy a home cooked meal. For more information call 519-338-2843. *** Arthur Legion Wing Night, 6-8pm. All you can eat $12. *** Red Chevron Club. Dance to the Rod Jewells Band. 34 Elizabeth Street, Guelph. 8pm. Phone 519-824-1381. *** Brighton Chapter Euchre and Lunch 7:30pm at the Masonic Building, 310 St. Andrew St., E., Fergus. For more information call Betty or Roy at 519-787-8250. All welcome.

Feb 19

Chalmers/Three Willows United Church 54th Annual Curling Bonspiel will be held at the Guelph Curling Club with dinner following at Three Willows United Church. For further information email joysloan@allstream.net. *** Karaoke contest at Fergus Legion every Saturday 9pm -1am until March 26th. Grand Prize $1,000. *** Arthur Legion Jamboree, 2-5pm. For info. call Nancy 519-8485702. *** Adult / Senior Skating. 8-9:50pm. Exhibition Park Arena, Guelph.

Cost - $7 / person. Contact 519-836-1015. Join us for fun, exercise, music and friendship. Fergus Brass Band. *** The Big Chili Roundup at the Grand Valley District Community Centre 5- 7pm. Come and try out the Chili. Local Businesses and Organizations are cooking the chili to see who has the best.

Chili, a bun, dessert and a beverage $5. Eat in or Take out. 519928-5622. *** Until Feb 26 - Freedom to Read Week Special Events. Freedom to Read Book Sale at WCL Fergus Branch. Express your “Freedom to Read” at our fabulous book sale. Something for everyone - children and adult books and magazines. *please note the library will be closed Monday Feb. 21 for Family Day. *** Dance in the new Alma Community hall with “The Entertainers”.

All welcome. Come and enjoy our new facilities.

Feb 20

Jamboree Harriston Legion # 296. Admission $5. Doors open at noon, entertainment starts at 1pm. Supper $10, served at 4:30pm.

Musicians, singers, dancers and spectators welcome. For more information call 519-338-2843. *** Sundays at 3 Series. 3pm. Tannis Sprott, soprano, Mark McDowell & Michael Bloss, piano & organ. The glorious historic keyboard music of the world is brought directly to you thanks to your musical performing guides. Back by popular demand, Mark and Tannis will present the exotic and the eclectic. Admission at the door: $18/Students $5. Dublin Street United Church, 68

Suffolk St.W. Guelph 519-821-0610. *** Guelph Symphony Orchestra presents Brilliant Beethoven at River Run Centre, at 3pm. guelphorchestra.ca. *** Community Breakfast 9am - 12pm. Adults $5. Kids under 10 $2.

Fergus Legion, 500 Blair Street. *** The Parish Nursing Ministry at Holy Rosary Church is sponsoring a Health & Wellness Fair 10am - 2pm in the Parish Hall at 175 Emma Street, Guelph. Over 40 health related agencies will answer your questions and provide information. Everyone is welcome.

Contact Sister Pat Valeriote CSJ, Parish Nurse, for more information at 519-822-4701 ext. 40.

Feb 21

Minto Farmers’ Market Chili Cook-Off 4-7pm. Clifford Community Hall. All You Can Eat. Adults $10, 5-12 $5, 4 and under free. 519-338-2511 ext. 241. *** Monticello United Church Ham & Scalloped Potato Supper.

Adults $12.50, children $5, preschoolers free. 4:30-7pm. *** Elmira & District Horticultural Society presents Edible Seasonal Centrepieces with Melanie Marjoram. Trinity United Church Hall, 7:30pm. Visitors $2. *** Family Day Games (3- 5pm) and Potluck Supper (5-7pm) at Elora United Church. Bring your favourite board games and food to share. All families welcome. For more info. contact Barb at 519846-2542. *** Palmerston and District Kinettes Family Fun Day 8am-5pm Palmerston Community Center Grounds. Hot food & beverages sold all day long. Kids Raffle, Silent Auction, Crafts, Clown, Games, Snowman building contest, Snow-pitch, volleyball, basketball and Family road hockey tournaments. Call Jolanda Dineen 519-343-2558 for requirements and registration.

Feb 22

Victoria Park Seniors Centre - Pilates for Osteoporosis & Osteoarthritis class at 11am, Low Impact Aerobics at 9am, Laughter Yoga at 11:50 and Beginner Strength Training at 10am.

For more fitness classes call 519-787-1814 to register. *** Upper Grand Family Health Team - High Blood Pressure Education & Clinic from 3:30-5pm at the Elora Dalby location of the Upper Grand Family Health Team. For more information call 519 843 3947 extension 121

Feb 23

Grand Valley and District Horticultural Society will be held at Trinity United Church in Grand Valley at 7:30pm, Guest speaker is Susan Feindell who will be speaking on the topic “Practical Tips for the Garden”. All are welcome to attend. *** Elora and Salem Horticultural Society meeting, 7:30pm, at Heritage River Retirement Community, 25 Wellington Drive, Elora. Linda Wideman, landscape designer will discuss ‘Utilizing Plant Choices in Your Garden’. Everyone welcome. *** Victoria Park Seniors Centre –The fitness classes that start today are: Stability Ball at 9am. Men’s Fitness at 9:50am, Beginner Strength Training at 10:40am. “New Computer Know How Class” 2pm. Call 519-787-1814 to register.

Feb 24

Euchre - St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest - 7:30pm. $2.50 includes light lunch and prizes. *** Victoria Park Seniors Centre: The fitness classes starting today are: Advanced Strength Training at 9am, Beginner to Intermediate Strength Training at 10am and Beginner Strength Training at 11am. Call 519-787-1814 to register. *** Improve Your Health, Flexibility and Balance with Taoist Tai Chi ™ arts of health. Visit our Open House at 54 Cardigan Street, Guelph at 7pm. Telephone 519-836-7390. *** Wii Bowl for Kids Sake at the CW Sportsplex, Fergus. 12-9pm.

Gather a team of 3-4 people, collect pledges and then come on out and go Wii Bowling. All pledges support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington. Call 519-787-0106 for more information and to book a bowling time. *** Upper Grand Family Health Team - High Blood Pressure Screening Clinic, 3-5pm at Walsh’s Pharmacy, Arthur. For more information call 519-843-3947 extension 121.

Feb 25

Victoria Park Seniors Centre - Wii Bowl for Kids Sake supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington. 9:30am - 1:30pm.

One hour time slots. For a minimum donation of $10 per person, come out and try Wii Bowling. Phone VPSC at 519-787-1814 to schedule a bowling time. *** Victoria Park Seniors Centre: Computer Class-2pm-Digital Photos to Movies. Call 519-787-1814 to register. *** Card Party. 7pm at Church of Our Lady, 28 Norfolk Street, Guelph. $3 to cover costs of lunch and prizes.

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Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, February 18, 2011 PAGE THREE

John Benham: A humble journey to the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame

by Chris Daponte

induction.

“What little hair I’ve got is standing up on end right now,” he said over the phone. Several days later, the magnitude of the achievement was starting to set in.

“It’s a huge honour; an incredible honour,” he said, adding he knows how hard it is to qualify for the Agricultural Hall of Fame. “There’s lots of good people that don’t make it.”

Benham was officially nominated by OSCIA, his employer, but he noted it was his wife and his daughter, Tracey, who tracked down all the necessary information and somehow managed to keep it a secret.

“They pulled it off - I can’t believe it, but they did,” he said. “It was a huge job.”

Benham has lived just outside Rockwood his entire life.

His family has a long and storied history in former Eramosa Township.

His great-great grandfather, James Benham, was born in England in 1794, came to Guelph in 1827 and moved to Eramosa five years later. He was a successful farmer and leader in municipal politics, but is remembered most by many for his role in the 1837 rebellion.

John Benham, the oldest of two boys, grew up on and farmed the same land as his parents and grandparents. He graduated in 1951 from the Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) and returned to the family farm.

“I was lucky enough to get a good education. I could have done whatever I wanted, but I chose to farm,” Benham said.

He stressed the importance of an education that combined the theoretical and practical elements of the industry.

“It opened doors for me,” he said of his time at the OAC.

ELORA - John Benham gets a bit emotional when he looks back on the contributions others have made towards his personal and professional success.

“Two people that need to be recognized are my father and mother, who sacrificed a great deal during the Great Depression to allow me to get a good education,” the Rockwood resident said nostalgically.

He was also quick to thank his wife Anne - “when I was away somebody had to run the show,” he says with a grin - as well as his children, other relatives, friends, and colleagues.

“So many people have been helpful along the way,” Benham noted.

In fact, he is so quick to deflect any credit, one might not realize he is the latest inductee into the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame.

But try as he might, Benham could not deny a long list of his significant achievements as a farmer, agriculturalist, environmentalist, and economist that led to last week’s announcement that he will be inducted into the Hall this June.

“John certainly qualified for induction because of his contributions in many areas,” said Reg Cressman, secretarytreasurer of the Hall of Fame’s board of directors.

He specifically lauded Benham for his “innovation and entrepreneurship” and how they contributed to the advancement of agricultural practices - and not just locally, but across the province.

“That’s the lasting legacy inductees such as John leave,” Cressman said.

Benham relayed that he was completely shocked last week when he got a call from an official at the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) informing him of his

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Hall of Famer - John Benham, who will be inducted into the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame in June, poses outside his office in Elora. In addition to working with the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association, Benham is also currently tree commissioner and weed inspector for Wellington County.

“I feel I got one of the best educations you could ever get.”

And so began a lifelong dedication to farming that continues to this day.

He initially made his mark as a dairy farmer and by breeding Holsteins, whose health and production status were enhanced by a ration he devised containing alfalfa with maximized protein content.

Benham was also an early adapter of new crop production practices, such as pure seeding of alfalfa as a high protein source for cattle, ensiling whole cob high moisture corn

“I was lucky enough to get a good education.

I could have done whatever I wanted, but I chose to farm.”

- Rockwood’s John Benham, who will be inducted into the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame in June.

and designing his own mineral supplement.

He then helped to educate others across Ontario by regularly hosting farm tours for 4-H clubs, Ontario Veterinary College researchers, and crop science and animal science students from the OAC. “Often someone will come up to me and say, ‘I was at your farm 40 years ago,’ which is very satisfying to me,” he said, looking back at the busier times on his farm.

Benham went on to become a member of the field crops committee of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, where he helped to reorganize the structure of the forage and hay

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On his own farm, Benham was an early adopter of soil erosion control techniques, of the utilization of manure as a substitute for commercial fertilizer, and of sound woodlot management techniques. He made presentations at major conferences on the environmental and economic benefits of woodlot management.

In 1974, Benham was awarded the OAC Centennial

Medal as one of 100 of Ontario’s most important contributors to agriculture.

Off the farm, he worked with a variety of organizations to enhance agricultural practices and training opportunities for producers.

“He was a very gentle and supportive leader, with an ability to cultivate the best in the individuals he worked with,” Cressman said of Benham’s leadership abilities.

“The little things never fazed John because he was steadfast in his pursuit of longterm goals ... He was a delight to work with.”

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Land Stewardship Program, which was a forerunner of the OSCIA’s Environmental Farm Plan (EFP), for which he serves as an administrator, organizer, and teacher.

He is a director and past president of OSCIA, as well as one of the founders of both the Ontario Forage Council and the Canadian Forage Council, organizations that work to promote excellent forages as key entities in good livestock nutrition and soil enrichment.

In his free time, Benham enjoys reading, photography, and, most of all, collecting Canadian stamps.

“Canada has such beautiful stamps. It’s very satisfying,” he said.

Benham’s family sold the Eramosa farm in 1988, around the same time he started delivering farm environmental programs for OSCIA and serving as weed inspector and tree commissioner for Wellington County.

“They were just the type of jobs I was looking for. With my agricultural background, I just fit right in,” he said.

He laughs when asked if life after “retirement” is busier than ever.

“I feel privileged that my health will allow me to do it ... you’re only as old as you think you are,” he said. “I feel fortunate to have these jobs.”

Unlike others in the same positions, Benham doesn’t embrace a police mentality when acting as weed inspector or enforcing the county’s tree cutting bylaw.

“I’m there to help people do things better ... in most cases people will cooperate,” he said.

While Wellington County has a successful pesticide spraying program for rural roadsides, Benham said most municipalities have mistakenly abandoned the process. He was part of a delegation that

last month convinced GuelphEramosa council to reinstate the practice.

“With some common sense involved, there shouldn’t be a problem,” he said of pesticide use. In fact, there is a list of 25 noxious weeds that Ontario landowners must, by law, control, he added.

Benham has even trained weed inspectors from other jurisdictions and is also a founder and board member of the Ontario Invasive Plant Council, which works to prevent the spread of new and damaging weed species such as giant hogweed.

Some might consider Benham’s position as tree commissioner ironic, considering his great-great grandfather James arrived in Guelph around the same time as founder John Galt, who cut down a large maple tree in 1927 to begin clearing land for the city.

And for a time, James helped clear tree stumps on Wyndham Street there.

But John Benham has made a name for himself in his own rite - and then some.

He is, of course, well known throughout the agricultural community in Wellington County. And roots or no roots, he sees no reason for leaving his home in old Eramosa Township.

“I don’t know how you get a much better area,” he said with a smile, noting the high quality farmland as well as his affinity for the village of Rockwood and its proximity to Guelph and Toronto.

And he hopes to keep performing weed inspector and tree commissioner duties for as long as possible.

“So many people contributed over the years to what I wanted to do,” he said. “I feel now it’s my opportunity to help others - and as long as I’m healthy, I’ll continue to do it.”

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PAGE FOUR Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, February 18, 2011

Senior Lifestyles

New report on service needs for seniors hailed as ‘landmark document’

by Chris Daponte WELLINGTON CTY. Municipal officials in Erin and Guelph-Eramosa now have a new tool at their disposal when it comes to developing programs and infrastructure for local seniors.

David Robart-Morgan, past president of East Wellington Community Services (EWCS),

recently presented to both municipalities the results of the East Wellington New Horizons Senior Services and Needs Assessment Report.

“There are a lot of services that we don’t offer that we shall and should,” Robart-Morgan told Erin council. “We need to do something for seniors and this [report] is a valuable tool.”

The 158-page report details the results of 320 surveys - out of 2,200 given out at various locations in both Erin and Guelph-Eramosa - completed by locals over age 55, who represent at least 25% of the total population in east Wellington.

The survey was developed by a 15-member EWCS seniors committee, with the help of an

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“We need support from the whole community so we can run this type of thing,” he said of developing a transportation program of some sort.

With a lot of effort and the commitment of the entire community, the challenges of health and independence, housing and transportation can be overcome, Robart-Morgan explained, but there is a fourth, over-riding issue that can not be ignored.

“We have lost our sense of community,” he said, echoing the findings in the report’s executive summary.

The report states overcoming the loss of community “will take a concerted and conscious effort by one and all, to change the way we do things and to ensure all programs address our seniors needs as well as the rest of the community.”

Councillors throughout east Wellington praised the report as a valuable tool in developing integral programs for seniors.

“This is incredible,” Guelph-Eramosa Mayor Chris White said, calling the report “detailed and professional.”

He noted the township has been struggling with ideas on what to do for seniors, who are “valuable assets” with “incred-

ible skill sets.” He said he was pleasantly surprised by the report, admitting he wasn’t expecting much when he first saw the surveys.

“This is a milestone document for us,” White said of the report, noting council will need some time to “digest” its contents.

Councillor John Scott congratulated EWCS on the report and asked what one feasible need the township could address in the near term.

“Transport,” RobartMorgan replied simply.

Councillor Doug Breen also praised the report, noting the types of facilities called for therein will not be used by seniors alone.

“This is exactly the type of thing we’ve been looking for,” Breen said of the report.

Robart-Morgan said he plans on presenting the report to MP Michael Chong, MPP Ted Arnott, the United Way, the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, the Waterloo-Wellington Local Health Integration Network and local churches and service clubs.

White concluded the delegation by stating the township recognizes seniors services are “a priority.”

“We have an obligation to do something about this,” he said.

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Robart-Morgan said the findings can be classified into three main issues identified by respondents: health and independence, housing and transportation.

He explained seniors want to remain in their own homes and retain their independence as long as possible and in order for that to happen, items like community kitchens, care giver relief and help with snow removal, heavy lifting and lawn maintenance have to be offered.

He added a Family Health Team success like the one in Rockwood help encourage seniors to stay in their home towns.

As for housing, RobartMorgan said 30% of seniors have no idea what type of seniors housing is available in their municipality and one in five are unhappy with the prospects for the future. And many contemplate moving just get access to better services in other areas, he added.

Perhaps the most pressing concern of all is the need for non-urgent transportation.

Robart-Morgan noted a lot of the services to which seniors want and need access - including recreation, shopping, social

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It used to be that a senior discount meant a reduced fare on the bus or a couple of cents saved on that morning cup of coffee. However, as more of

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the Baby Boomer generation enters retirement years, businesses are catering to Boomers’ active lifestyles with discounts and perks in a variety of ways.

“It pays to do a little research, especially at stores where you shop frequently,” says Albert, a retail store manager. “They don’t often advertise their discounts, but many stores do have a policy for senior savings if you simply ask.”

Discounts may vary by franchise or retailer, so it’s important to inquire with customer service or the manager about age requirements and the percentages off purchases.

Individuals need not be retirement age to reap store perks. Some businesses offer discounts for customers over

the age of 62. Many others start the cutoff at 50 to 55. The earlier Boomers find out about discounts, the sooner they can start saving.

Stores aren’t the only ones offering perks to seniors, either.

Discounts may be available on airline flights and other modes of transportation. Reduced rates on hotel rooms, car rentals and other travel industry items are also available.

Community services may be made possible for seniors as well, including low- or no-cost financial counseling.

Before anyone 50 years or older pays full price when shopping, dining out or traveling, he or she should investigate whether there are discounts in place that can quickly add up to savings.

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, February 18, 2011 PAGE FIVE

Senior Lifestyles

A growing number of people entering the world of dating are over the age of 50. While some things have changed since they did this the first time around, the rules of dating have largely remained the same.

During an episode of the popular sitcom, “Seinfeld,” George Costanza experiences extreme anxiety from the thought of his recently separated mother being “out there” in the dating world.

“I’m out there,” offers Estelle.

“No, you’re not! Because I’m out there, and if I see you out there, there’s not enough voltage in the universe to electroshock me back into coherency,” George says.

However, the fact remains that many seniors are re-entering the dating world after divorces or the death of a spouse.

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may be the time to explore some new wardrobe options or experiment with a different haircut. Potential mates will likely want a date who looks put together and current. Although you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, most people still do. * Remember to be safe.

Those who plan to date and become sexually active should take precautions against diseases -- they don’t discriminate based on age. Keep in mind that, although rare, pregnancies are possible even for a women in her 50s if she hasn’t yet gone through menopause. Individuals may find themselves at the pharmacy once again sheepishly purchasing condoms. * Realize it may take time.

Finding the right match may take several dates and patience.

Just because a person is now older doesn’t mean he or she has to be desperate and accept the first person who comes along.

If there’s no chemistry, say so and move on. Once that special person is found, it will be worth the effort.

Best exercises for the over-50 crowd The human body needs exercise to operate at full capacity. Exercise is important at any age, but can be particularly beneficial for individuals in their golden years. The key is finding exercises that are both safe and effective.

Benefits of Exercise The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that 28 to 44 percent of seniors ages 65 to 75 are inactive, meaning they don’t get enough daily exercise for optimal health. Studies indicate that there are many reasons that seniors should engage in regular exercise. * It can help stave off illness and chronic conditions by keeping the immune system healthy. * It paves the way for better sleep, including falling asleep easier and sleeping more deeply. * Exercise releases natural endorphins, which help a person feel good about him or herself and can boost mood. * Regular exercise can promote weight loss, especially when done in conjunction with a healthy diet. * Improved muscle tone can take pressure off of joints and help with mobility. * Research indicates that exercise can boost brain function and keep dementia at bay. * When participating in social exercise, seniors realize companionship and stress relief. * Exercise can keep systems of the body in check, reducing constipation and helping circulatory issues.

Engaging In the Right Exercises While it may have been the norm to do multiple, rigorous repetitions of exercises during one’s youth, older adults should employ different strategies. Certain exercises are better than others and can help reduce the risk of injury.

Before starting any type of exercise regimen, seniors should talk with a physician about the pros and cons of cer-

Overmedicating is an issue

Personal health is a concern issue for seniors, more so than finances says a recent study .Nearly seven out of 10 senior respondents to a recent survey expressed concerns about their health and well-being, a larger percentage than those who expressed concern about other categories such as personal finance.

As seniors continue to live longer, they want to be able to enjoy the life they are living. As a result, more attention is being paid to taking care of oneself so that the senior years can be enjoyed. One of the key things they can be mindful of is prescription abuse.

According to data obtained in 2010 the average senior was given 38.5 prescriptions. There is cause for concern that seniors are highly overmedicated, and that drug interactions could be a leading cause of unnecessary

death or side effects.

Individuals who want to stay healthy can also take personal responsibility for prescription medications. Lifestyle choices should include learning about the medications talked about by doctors and discussing other options if medication seems counter-intuitive at this time.

Keep in mind that the average physician visit is 10 minutes long, making it difficult for many doctors to keep abreast of all of their patients’ conditions.

It is important for patients to do their own safeguarding as well.

To reduce reliance on many prescription medications, seniors may be able to simply adjust certain choices in diet and exercise. For example, cutting down on fatty foods may help reduce cholesterol. Reduction in sodium intake can lower blood pressure.

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Once a doctor gives the goahead, here are some exercises many 50+ people can try. * Walking: Walking remains one of the best exercises for people of any age. The pace and resistance can be set by each individual by walking faster or slower, uphill or downhill. Adding light weights can make the workout even more effective. Walking is also easier on the legs and knees than jogging. * Leg extensions: Repetitions of leg extensions stretch the muscles of the legs and flex the knee joint. This can promote longevity of the knees and keep knee replacements at bay. * Swimming: Enrolling in a local gym or YMCA that has a pool can be a boon to seniors.

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Fergus Wedding Showcase celebrates 15th anniversary FERGUS - On Sunday, Feb. 27, the Fergus & District Kinsmen will host the 15th anniversary edition of the

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Toasting tips for wedded bliss How important are the words you use when it is your turn to toast the bride and groom? Have you ever sat through a toast that embarrassed you, and the one being toasted? Are you the Best Man, the Maid of Honor or another wedding VIP? Realize the profound trust placed in you to say exactly the right thing. You know that timing may be everything, but the words you use are not far behind. Do not just “wing it.” Plan a memorable toast. It is a gift to your friends and family members.

Here are some pointers.

A wedding toast should be “brief, personal, and customized to the occasion. Most of all, it should be heartfelt.”

Speaking from the heart is the key to an appropriate toast. To help you put your best foot forward – and not in your mouth - Mount Forest Motivators Toastmasters club in Mount Forest, offers the following tips: - Pick a topic that is personal but appropriate.

- Keep it short – no more than a couple of minutes.

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- Practice. Think about what you want to say, and practice the toast in advance.

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- Stay sober. Being coherent helps.

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- Dress your best. If you look good, you’ll feel more confident.

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Visit a store It’s in your best interest to visit a store and schedule an appointment with an expert consultant who can help you with your gift selections and share great tips like the rule of three, what cookware you will need to prepare your favorite dish, what knife to use when, and much more.

When making selections, it is important to touch the towels, heft the flatware, see everything in person.

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registry as soon as you say “Yes.” That way, guests will have lots of options for engagement gifts and showers. Periodically update that registry by adding more products if you need to, even after the wedding.

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Guests will appreciate having lots of choices when they shop for you.

Be sure to refresh the list regularly as gifts get purchased.

Register now, because you won’t buy it later You may think you will ... but you won’t. Now is the time to let others get you the stuff you’d never buy yourself.

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Say ‘I Do’ to beautiful colour: Helpful tips for picking out diamond jewelry (MS) - “Gems are the flowers of the mineral kingdom and the fancy coloured diamond is the orchid.” Rene Just Hauey, crystallographer.

Engagements, weddings, anniversaries - these are the moments in our lives that make up so many of our strongest memories. Part of the reason these special occasions are so memorable is due to the lengths we go to set them apart from others, including the traditions and gifts used to mark the events.

Jewelry is an integral part of relationship ceremonies and celebrations. We seek the brightest and the best in gems as a testament to our love and devotion. However, in the quest for something unique and breathtaking, many couples or gift-givers overlook the one truly priceless item they can purchase ... natural coloured diamonds.

White diamonds are often the gemstone of choice in en-

gagement rings or anniversary bands, but there’s something rarer that can make the ultimate statement: natural coloured diamonds.

According to historians, natural coloured diamonds have been prized throughout the years for their rarity and appeal. The Hope diamond or the Pumpkin diamond have been coveted by the rich and famous, and it’s often been coloured diamonds that have adorned royalty and other fashion-forward individuals, such as Hollywood stars on the red carpet.

Natural coloured diamonds are born in different diamond mines around the world. Their hues are formed by stray atoms present at the time of formation. Colours can range from very rare blues to pinks to yellows to chocolates. While diamonds are made to last forever, coloured diamond mines are hard to come by and their stock isn’t forever replenished.

This contributes to the rarity of

natural coloured diamonds.

Incorporating natural coloured diamonds into a jewelry collection is as easy as using your imagination. Plus, you can obtain a little help from “Colour Man,” Arthur Langerman and his daughter Natacha, coloured diamond expert gemologists and proprietors of Langerman Diamonds. Here are Natacha’s tips for gifting and using natural coloured diamonds: *Propose with a coloured diamond. Tie it into her favorite childhood colour or even the colour of her eyes. *Make the “something blue” at your wedding a beautiful pendant necklace or earrings adorned with a rare, blue hued diamond. *Tie a jewelry gift into his or her heritage. Irish eyes will be smiling with a green coloured diamond. Or tell your loved one you consider him or her to be royalty with a regal purple diamond.

*Celebrate traditional anniversary milestones with coloured diamonds. For example, “leather” on the 3rd anniversary can be a chocolate coloured diamond, while “candy” on the 6th anniversary can be exemplified by a cotton candy pink coloured diamond. *Show her how much you care on your anniversary by offering coloured diamonds that coordinate with the birthstones of your children. *Gift him a diamond ring or cufflinks featuring the colours of his favorite sports team.

Because a coloured diamond’s brilliance and colour is best enhanced by expert stone cutting, one should only use reliable natural coloured

An important glossary of wedding words Planning a wedding? There are certain terms that every bride and groom should learn so they can be more informed in the process.

Ascot: A wide, formal tie generally reserved for formal daytime weddings.

Blusher: A short veil that covers the brides’ face before the ceremony.

Bodice: Close, upper-fitting part of the dress.

Cathedral train: Train, or long piece of fabric that extends 61/2 to 71/2 feet from the waist.

Cornelli: Decorative form of icing that resembles lacework on wedding cakes.

Cutaway Jacket: Jacket which tapers from the front waist button to a long, wide back tail; accessories include a wing-collar shirt with an ascot

and a coordinating vest.

Girdle: The outer edge or the widest part of the diamond forming a band around the stone.

Illusion: Fine netting used for veils, headpieces, and on the sleeves and necklines of dresses.

Inclusion: An internal im-

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Tea Length: Length of dress or skirt that falls several inches above the ankles.

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ENTERTAINMENT Art in Public Places features area artists and local history

by Mike Robinson ELORA - The latest showing of Art in Public Places not only features painting of the local community, but a tribute to the history of Wellington County.

Guelph artist Lillan Rosendal was born and educated in Denmark, where she worked in graphic design and silk-screen printing.

But seeing her artwork, it seems clear part of her heart is in Elora.

Rosendal became interested in water colour painting in 1977 while studying fine are at the University of Connecticut.

She continued her studies in water colour through various workshops and courses.

She now works from her home studio in Guelph. She is known for her landscapes and city scene originals, and her local scene greeting cards.

Recent works can be viewed at her studio, and paintings are on display in the Artisan’s Store at the Old Quebec Street Mall, Guelph Barber Gallery, Kloepfer Gallery Guelph, the Karger Gallery, in Elora, the Elora Centre for the Arts, and In a Heartbeat Gallery in Eden Mills.

Rosendal explained she did a lot of local scenes from Elora “I like that people can recognize what they are seeing,”

she said.

She specifically enjoys recreating scenes from Elora.

She noted the paintings now on display in the municipal building were done over a number of years. “I just picked up everything I’d done in Elora for this show.”

But, Rosendal continues painting in the Elora area and intends to do so for many years.

She finds herself inspired painting local scenery.

“Elora is a beautiful community, especially in the summer when the tourists are on the street, with all the colours.

It is a nice cosy feeling.”

But there is more.

The current showing also highlights the work of a number of local teens who, over 30 years ago, worked together to celebrate Wellington County’s 125th anniversary.

Made by the Fergus Teens Quilting Club in 1979 to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the county’s incorporation (1854) a quilt was created.

It was hand and machinestitched by teenage members Celeste Mestern, 14; Susan Hattle, 15; Cathy Wilson, 14; Monica Habe, 15; Ruth Hattle, 17; and Gwen Herd, 16.

The blocks feature landmarks and activities as well as township names and the county crest.

It was donated in 1980 to the Wellington County Museum collection.

Beverley Cairns was at Centre Wellington and introduced the artist and spoke of the teen quilting club.

Cairns thanked Dave Rushton for uploading the Elora Centre for the Arts profile book onto the web. The profiles are filed under creative economy.

Cairns said one can see the profiles of 75 artists from the area.

The book was a 20th anniversary project of the centre in 2005, she said.

The group continues to generate four additional profiles each year, and the intent is to post those on the web as well.

She said every few months new showings are made through Art in Public Places at the municipal building, in the Fergus sportsplex boardroom, and Groves Memorial Community Hospital.

Cairns said she’d phoned Pat Mestern about the quilt project.

“It was summer time and they didn’t know what to do, and Pat Mestern’s mother, who was a volunteer at the museum, offered to help them to create this quilt.”

They quilted over the summer, learning a skill and at the

Visual treat - Guelph artist Lillan Rosendal uses water colours to bring life to local scenes in Centre Wellington. photo by Mike Robinson same time were able to help celebrate the 125th anniversary of the county’s incorporation.

“The quilt actually belonged to the county, but it was donated to the museum. We were

Local heritage on display at Stone Road Mall this Saturday GUELPH - Take in a bit of heritage this weekend at the Stone Road Mall.

Once again the heritage organizations of Guelph and Wellington County are gathering at Stone Road Mall in Guelph to highlight the wide range of heritage preservation work taking place in our communities.

Local community groups and organizations will take part this year, ranging from local church archives and historical societies to our finest

nationally recognized museums, archives and library.

The Guelph Historical Society is also participating as it promotes projects and programs planned for this year as they celebrate the group’s 50th anniversary.

Norfolk United Church will also have a heritage display, outlining the activities they have planned as 2011 marks the church’s 175th anniversary.

Participants include: Wellington County Museum

and Archives, Wellington County Historical Society, Guelph Museums, Guelph Historical Society, Guelph Public Library (Archives), Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (Guelph Wellington Branch), Heritage Guelph, Norfolk United Church, Halton Radial Rail Museum, and the Guelph Historic Railway Association Heritage groups from across Wellington are welcome to participate noted Libby Walker, activity pro-

grammer at the Wellington County Museum and Archives.

The event was established to mark the start of Heritage Week, and Heritage Day; which falls the same day as Family Day in Ontario, on Feb. 21.

The display at the mall is open on Feb. 19, between 9:30am and 5 pm, and organizers hope to inspire and amaze with the significant heritage work taking place in Wellington and Guelph.

Guelph Symphony Orchestra’s Brilliant Beethoven GUELPH - THE GSO Show features an appearance

by Guelph Youth Music Centre Youth Symphony, and two Concerto competition winners The Guelph Symphony Orchestra celebrates its 10th anniversary season by featuring five concerts and five guest conductors. One of those will be selected the new resident conductor of the GSO starting in the 2011-12 season.

Audience members are invited to contribute to the selection through a survey available after each concert.

The fourth concert of the season, Brilliant Beethoven, will be held Feb. 20, at River Run Centre at 3pm, with conductor Evan Mitchell.

Beethoven’s 7th Symphony is a major work, and the concert opens with Rossini’s overture The Italian Girl in Algiers, performed side-by-side with the Guelph Youth Music Centre Youth Symphony. As a special bonus, the show offers the joint winners of the annual Concerto competition: Hugo Lee plays Bellini’s Oboe Concerto, and Afendi Yusuf plays Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto. “This will

be an engaging concert,” said artistic director Simon Irving.

“Our two outstanding young guest soloists are fine players, performing two lovely concer-

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able to bring it out of mothballs and hang it out in the front lobby.”

Cairns considered it wonderful cooperation and “we’d

like to do more of that.”

“We are certainly going to enjoy the beautiful colours,” said Mayor Joanne Ross-Zuj.

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ENTERTAINMENT 100th anniversary of Meiklejohn Bonspiel celebrates town’s history

HARRISTON - The origin of curling began on frozen ponds in Scotland as early as the 1500s, but it wasn’t until 1716 that the first curling club in the world was formed.

The Harriston club got its start in 1875 when the Palace Rink was constructed. It sported two curling lanes, one on either side of the skating and hockey surface.

The Meiklejohn family is credited with bringing curling to this area from their homeland Scotland. In 1912 they organized the Meiklejohn Bonspiel which is now one of the worlds’ longest standing, prestigious curling competi-

tions.

Winner of the first trophy, a three foot sterling silver edifice, was a team from Fergus.

Teams came from all across Ontario by train. In those days, participants carried their own sets of stones. The event ran 24 hours as each game was 12 ends. The bonspiel lasted for a six day period so room and meals had to be sought from the local hotels, which charged $1 a day.

Five years after the initiation of the Meiklejohn trophy, a huge silver tray, called the Chambers Challenge Shield, was awarded to second place.

Ironically, it was also a Fergus

Men with brooms - This group from Wroxeter won the Meiklejohn Bonspiel in 1927. team that won it the first time.

In 1921, John Meiklejohn, donor of the trophy, skipped the Canadian Curling team which travelled to Scotland. It played two matches and beat the Scots with “handsome vic-

tories.�

In conjunction with the Curling Club, the Harriston Historical Society has set up an exhibit in the window of Davie’s Antiques. That commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Meiklejohn Bonspiel, and showcases pictures, trading pins, individual trophies, and other memora-

bilia, plus the old corn brooms.

One of the highlights of the exhibit is the set of stones that were used during the 1949 win by Gordon MacKenzie’s Harriston team.

Those who have been fortunate enough to win the coveted silver urn say it is to curling as the Stanley Cup is to hockey.

The anniversary weekend

commences Feb. 25 when the first stone will be thrown as part of the opening ceremonies. Events will continue all weekend.

The Historical Society’s exhibit will be transferred to the Harriston arena during the bonspiel. Many of the articles will then remain in the curling club’s showcases.

Guelph Choir Songfest Folk & Family The Guelph Chamber Choir’s 2010/2011 season continues with a concert exploring the folk music traditions of Canada and abroad together with four local choirs and award-winning folk artists, James Gordon and Tannis Slimmon.

Folk & Family will be presented on Saturday, March 5, at 8pm in the intimate and relaxed setting of Harcourt Memorial United Church.

The last community concert of African-American music in this venue, in 2009, enjoyed an overflow audience, standing and cheering for the power of the combined voices of five choirs.

This year’s concert includes James Gordon, one of Canada’s most prolific songwriters, beloved for his songs about social justice, heritage, and environmental issues. His classic “Frobisher Bay� has been recorded and performed

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In 2008, she was honoured as Contemporary Vocalist of the Year at the Canadian Folk Music Awards for her album “Lucky Blue�.

The choral community is strong and vibrant in and around Guelph. For this concert we welcome and celebrate the talents of the Centre Wellington Singers, the Harcourt Memorial United Church Choir, John F. Ross C.V.I Concert Choir, and The Rainbow Chorus of WaterlooWellington. Conductor Gerald Neufeld commented, “We are pleased to bring together local groups to share and enjoy the wealth of choral music in our region. Folk music is a person-

al pleasure – music that speaks directly to the heart and soul.�

Join James Gordon and Tannis Slimmon for a PodiumTalk! exploring Guelph Folk Music Traditions, immediately before the performance from 7:00 to 7:30pm.

Reserve your seats soon and plan to arrive early, as seating at Harcourt Memorial United Church is limited and unreserved.

Single tickets are now available for only $20 each or 4 for $60. Organizers encourage young adults to attend with $10 tickets for those 30 and under and only $5 for youth with the popular eyeGO programme. Single tickets are available through choir or board members, or through the River Run Centre by calling 519-763-3000 or online at riverrun.ca. To discover more, please visit the website at www.guelphchamberchoir.ca or call 519-836-5103.

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A weekly press release prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. If you require further information, regarding this press release, please 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 OMAFRA Website: www. omafra.gov.on.ca NEW! GROW YOUR BOTTOM LINE OMAFRA WORKSHOPS FOR ON-FARM FOOD SAFETY Register Today. Food safety is no small task…

Find out how On-Farm Food Safety can positively impact your bottom line. Take advantage of OMAFRA’s workshops and get results. This one-day workshop will focus on five essential topics.

Increase your knowledge on: 1) Getting Started in Food Safety; 2) Hygiene and Sanitation; 3) Pre and Post Harvest Water Use; 4) Manure, Compost and Compost Teas and 5) Food Safety on MultiCommodity Farms. Dates and Locations: Mar. 10, Markdale and Mar. 16, Elora . Producers: $45 plus HST; Non-Producers: $65 plus HST. To register call: 1-877-424-1300 or check the website: www.ontario.ca/foodsafety.

ENVIRONMENTAL FARM PLAN

by John C. Benham Do you have a well that needs to be upgraded or one that needs to be abandoned and a new one drilled to replace it? If you had a fire involving your fuel storage, would you be able to prove to your insurance company that it met all the required standards?

What about tree planting for a windbreak or shelterbelt?

On Wednesday, Mar. 16 an Environmental Farm Plan workshop will be held in Arthur at 10am to 3pm and will be completed Wednesday, Mar. 23. Completing the EFP workbook and having it approved, will qualify you to receive financial assistance to do improvements such as these and many more. Please don’t put off signing up since space is limited and it is already at 75% capacity.

For further information and to sign up, call John Benham at 519-846-3394.

GROWING YOUR FARM PROFITS

by John C. Benham On Friday Mar 25, the first day of the two-day Growing Your Farm Profits will be held in the Elora OMAFRA meeting room at 9:30am. The second day will be held on Friday, Apr. 1. Lunch and refreshments will be provided at no cost. This is an opportunity for you to look into upgrading your farm business management.

Such things as computer training, bookkeeping, succession planning assistance and marketing opportunities will be discussed.

You will not be asked to provide any confidential information at the meeting. It is an opportunity to hear how other farmers have handled a situation that you may be experiencing. You will have the opportunity to complete a workbook similar to EFP, come up with an Action Plan and then financial assistance is available to help you in some cases, hire a consultant and take courses or attend a meeting or conference. For more information and to sign up, call John Benham at 519-846-3394.

COMING EVENTS: Feb. 22 Linwood Agricultural Day – Linwood Community Centre, sponsored by Jones Feed Mill and the Linwood, Metzger & South West Veterinary Clinics. Each vet clinic will have a booth and vets available to talk with attendees. Refreshments and lunch will be provided. For more information, contact Paul Pletsch at Jones’ at 1-800-265-8735.

Feb. 22 Swine Liquid Feeding Association “Solutions for Success” - Registration & refreshments; exhibits start at 8:45am Program runs 9:30am 3:30am at the Arden Park Hotel, Stratford. Cost: Members $50 and non-Members $80. This includes proceedings, a hot noon buffet lunch. Advanced registration only. Contact Marg Templeman, OMAFRA Stratford, 519-271-0354.

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Feb. 23 District #5 Sheep Association Information Meeting – Gencor, Guelph at 8pm. Dr. Rob Swackhammer will speak on improving lamb survivability. For information, contact Lene Band at 905-877-2969.

Feb. 23 & 24 Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Convention, Brock University in St. Catharines. For more details, visit the website at Don MCArthur www.ofvc.ca.

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PAGE FOURTEEN Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, February 18, 2011

Local seed exchanges hold pleasant garden surprises

by Ron Stevenson, Fergus Horticultural Society Coming local seed exchanges include: - Seeds of Diversity at Norfolk Street United Church, Guelph on March 12 at 1pm; and - Fergus Horticultural Society meeting at Victoria Park Senior Centre in Fergus March 16, at 7pm.

Historically, saving seed began with our native people.

Year after year, enough seed was put aside to replant each spring. European immigrants

brought seeds with them from their gardens and farms. Our early farmers continued to save and replant seeds for centuries.

In essence, today’s crops have evolved from seed that has been saved from last year.

Interested home gardeners have realized the value of seed saving and have developed a network of seed exchanges.

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Often seeds obtained from a seed exchange are grown organically. That is to say, that most are fertilized through the use of compost and manure.

Heritage seeds are also included in the collection. Newer varieties have been also diligently saved.

Whether packing seeds for personal use or to trade, there are a few guidelines to follow, that may make the job easier.

Place collected seeds in sealable envelopes. Paper is a plant product that breathes and will allow the drying process to continue, if the seeds are not fully dry.

Store collected seeds in a dry cool environment. Always record the year harvested and where they were grown. It is important to label the package with the botanical name

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The variety of a particular vegetable should be part of the description. Tomatoes are a classic example: cherry versus beefsteak.

Record the name of the person who collected the seeds or the location where collected.

Maple keys collected at a particular historical site may mean more to the grower as the plant matures.

In preparation for this year’s exchange, volunteers met to process seeds.

The first step was seed cleaning. The majority of seeds were harvested and bagged last fall. They were still “on stalk” and needed to be picked off individually. It was very tedious task but it was amazing how much was gathered in such a short period of time.

One older gentleman, who obviously spent many years farming, knew a “quicker way” of removing the seed. He sim-

ply grabbed the bags and began to flail them.

Eyebrows began to rise in amazement. He explained that farmers have been removing seeds for years. Threshing is the process of removing the seeds from the rest of the plant.

Normally, threshing was done in the field by a machine.

Threshing or thrashing is the process of separating the edible kernels of grain (seed) from inedible chaff and stalks following the harvesting of a crop.

Naturally, the ripe seeds fell to the bottom of the bag and the chaff was easily removed.

The farmer asked many times, “How much cilantro seed could be used at a seed exchange?”

Generally, seed envelopes are exchanged one for one; else wise cash remuneration is collected.

Before exchanging any seeds, it is a good gardening practice to make sure they are viable, that is, to make sure they will sprout.

A germination test can be done by placing a few seeds on a damp paper towel inside a Ziploc bag.

Simply label the bag with the species and the date of the germination test. Check in a few days to see if they have sprouted. If they sprout, they will grow.

Dates for exchanges are posted on the internet and local newspapers. A good internet source for additional exchanges is the Seeds of Diversity Seedy Saturday/Sunday site.

Exchanging seeds with other home gardeners is good way to expand a garden collection. Usually, it is done without spending any money but just collecting and trading seeds each and every year.

Often heritage varieties or specific colours of flora are no longer commercially available but may be found at seed exchanges. For gardeners who are hoping to grow some long forgotten or new varieties this season, trading seeds may bring a pleasant surprise.

Society’s lease to be extended by five years

by Mike Robinson ELORA Centre Wellington’s land use agreement with the Fergus Agriculture Society will likely be extended by another five years.

In a report to Centre Wellington’s committee of the whole Monday, Director of Parks and Recreation Andy Goldie said the previous agreement ended last year.

The agreement covers the use of the Fergus sportsplex and grounds for the Fergus Fall Fair. He noted that this year is the fair’s 175th anniversary.

“We’re excited about that and hope we have good weather to get the folks out.”

Goldie said there were discussions with the agriculture society executive over the past few months to renegotiate some of the terms and conditions. He said he and the society are in agreement to the proposed changes.

“Most of the changes are housekeeping.”

Goldie said the society still signs the standard rental agreement each year. In the last agreement, the society had the right to rent Pad B in the arena for certain activities.

Goldie said it appears that space is no longer needed. He explained there has been more use of the outdoor space and the barns on the site.

He added because of the additional cost for that rental, Pad B has not been used for a number of years.

Goldie added that the rental is set at $3,500 annually for the term of the contract.

He agreed the normal rental fee is higher, “but due to the historical significance within the community and supporting the farm community, council’s decision was for this fee.”

He noted discussions with other, larger renters of the site for special events were also

supportive of the move, given the focus of the organization.

Goldie said that in the past, council has provided a $1,500 subsidy to put up lights at the track.

However since the municipality has given up profit sharing from the event, which is a rough equivalent to that amount, the society will cover that cost.

At the same time, Goldie hopes long term plans would include installation of permanent lights for the track, but a determination has to be made so that lights will not hinder other uses of the site.

The committee approved the recommendation to enter into a lease agreement with the Fergus Agricultural Society for the use of the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex, Fergus facilities for the Fergus Fall Fair, and forward that recommendation to council for approval.

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Feb 26

Elora Legion Saturday Night Dance 8pm. Join Marion’s Band upstairs in the Maple Leaf Room for an evening of dancing. 519846-9611. *** Marsville Lions Community Breakfast. $5 per person. Marsville Hall. Last Saturday of every month. 7:30-10:30am. Also, recycling of wine bottles, beer bottles and cans, pop cans. *** Karaoke contest at Fergus Legion every Saturday 9pm -1am until March 26th. Grand Prize $1,000. *** Arthur Legion Karaoke, 8:30pm. *** Adult / Senior Skating. 8-9:50pm. Exhibition Park Arena, Guelph.

Cost - $7 / person. Contact 519-836-1015. Join us for fun, exercise, music and friendship.

Feb 27

The Return of Bigfoot at the Guelph Lake Nature Centre 2-4pm.

Please call to register 519-836-7860. This is your last chance to strap on snowshoes and join us for an afternoon of great family fun. Remember that snowshoes are limited so please call to reserve space. Program fee applies: $10/adult, $5/child, $25/ family of 4. *** Fergus Wedding Showcase, Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex, 550 Belsyde Ave. E., Fergus. 11am-4pm. Complete with bridal fashion shows, and catering showcase, the Fergus Wedding Showcase is a chance to sample the best local wedding services to plan the wedding of your dreams. $7. Proceeds support Cystic Fibrosis Canada. Info. 519-843-4852. *** Palmerston Legion Jamboree- 1pm. 519-343-2400. *** Arthur Legion Kid’s Karaoke, 2pm. Up to age 18. For more info. call Linda 519-848-2622. *** Bowl for Kids Sake supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington. Come out to Woodlawn Bowl, Guelph and have a great time bowling with friends, family or coworkers. Phone 519787-0106 for more information or to book a time. *** Royal City Volleyball co-ed volleyball tournament. Recreational and intermediate divisions. Prizes. For more information call 519-822-6353.

Feb 28

Victoria Park Seniors Centre: NEW- Deeply relaxing, Reflexology $20. To book your ½ hour appointment, call 519-787-1814.

Appointments are available every other Monday each month from 12:30-3:30pm, 10:15- Seminar: “Healthy Heart” presented by the Registered Dietitian with the Upper Grand Family Health Team.

Mar 1

Seniors Games of Floor Shuffleboard, Darts, Euchre & Cribbage registration at 1:30, games begin 2pm. Guelph Legion.

Mar 3

Belwood Lions Jamboree. 7:30pm Belwood Hall. Come and Play, Sing, Dance & just enjoy the Entertainment. Admission $5pp.

(Performing musicians free). Call 519-843-7011 for information. *** Straight Talk on Death and Dying - Wanda Morris, Executive Director of Dying with Dignity, will present the case for Doctorassisted End-of-life, which is a compassionate choice, respecting an individual’s autonomy over their own life. Please join us at Harcourt Memorial United Church, 87 Dean St., Guelph, at 2pm.

No charge. More information at 1-800-495-6156. *** Wellington North 2011 Job and Volunteer Fair. Victory Community Centre 320 King St. E. Mount Forest. 1-6pm. 519323-3647 ext. 6205.

Mar 4

Community euchre, sponsored by the Optimist Club of Puslinch, at the Puslinch Community Centre at 7:30pm. $3 per person.

Refreshments provided, 50/50 draw, all welcome. Call Neil Smith for info. 519-837-3838. *** Ebenezer United Church, 12274 Guelph Line, is hosting The World day of Prayer, prepared by the Women of Chile. Our speaker will be Wilma Welch, a former missionary. 9:30-10am coffee. Service starts at 10am. All welcomed. *** World Day of Prayer St. James Anglican Church Fergus, 2pm.

Everyone welcome. *** World Day of Prayer 7:30pm. St. John Catholic Church, Arthur.

Praying for the country of Chile. Theme “ Many Loaves”.

Refreshments served at the Parish Centre, Georgina St. All welcome. *** World Day of Prayer 2011 service, written by 2pm the women of Chili. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 210 Silvercreek Pkwy. N, Guelph. Speaker: Dr. Sid Effer. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Mar 5

Hoot and Howl at the Guelph Lake Nature Centre, 7- 9pm. Please call to register 519-836-7860. $5/person. We will be going out on a night hike to look for owls and coyotes. There will be a short introductory slide show before we head out on the prowl. ***

Karaoke contest at Fergus Legion every Saturday 9pm -1am until March 26th. Grand Prize $1,000. *** Adult / Senior Skating. 8-9:50pm. Exhibition Park Arena, Guelph.

Cost - $7 / person. Contact 519-836-1015. Join us for fun, exercise, music and friendship. *** Jam Session 2-5pm Fergus Legion, Club Room, 500 Blair Street.

Free admission, everyone welcome. *** Ham & Bean Supper at 6:30pm. At Norfolk Street United Church, corner of Norfolk & Cork Streets, Guelph. Entertainment to follow by Guelph Wellington Men’s Club Choir. Tickets: $12/ person, $6/children 5 – 12 . Call 519-822-6165.

Mar 7

March 7th to the 30th. The Grand Valley and District Horticultural Society Silent Auction at the Grand Valley Library. Please drop by to check out the many interesting items up for auction. Many great gardening items as well as gift certificates to kick off the gardening season.

Mar 8

Pancake Supper. Arthur & Area Community Centre. Hosted by Grace Anglican Church. 5-7pm. Adults $12, children $6, preschoolers free. *** The Royal City Quilters’ Guild (RCQG) will have its monthly meeting at 7pm at the Three Willows United Church, 577 Willow Rd. Guelph. Guests are welcome to join the meeting for $5. For more information call Judy 519-822-2658. *** You’re invited to Melville United Church Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper. 5-6:30pm. Free-will offering. *** Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at Palmerston United Church, 5–7pm. Adults $8, 12 and under $4, preschoolers free. Call 519343-2746, 519-343-3721. Proceeds to Foodgrains Bank. *** All you can eat Pancake Supper, 5-7pm. St. Alban’s Church, Grand Valley. Adults/teens $ 8, children $ 4. Tots free. *** Celebrating 100 Years of International Women’s Day at the Elora Legion’s Maple Leaf room at 7pm. Join us for an evening of fun, food, awareness, silent auctions. Live streaming of global celebration. Call Cinda for more info. at 519-843-1034. Sponsored by the Grandmothers of the Grand.

GUELPH – Do you know an outstanding volunteer from the University of Guelph?

Nominations are now being accepted for the Dr. William Winegard Exemplary Volunteer Involvement Awards. In their fifth year, the awards recognize members of the university community who have devoted volunteer time and effort in Guelph and Wellington County. Current staff, faculty, and students volunteering with community organizations, including municipal boards, community fundraising, community social health and service agencies, and nonprofits are eligible for the awards.

“Every year I am impressed with the calibre of the nominees,” said Cathy Taylor, executive director of the Volunteer Centre. “The contributions of the staff, students and faculty at the University of Guelph are invaluable to our community programs.”

Ken Dardano, executive director of the United Way, said, “The Winegard awards give us an opportunity to recognize individuals from the University community who truly are making Guelph and Wellington County a stronger, more vibrant community,” adds.

The awards honour of University of Guelph past president Dr. William Winegard.

He came to the university in 1964 and served as president until 1975.

After retiring from academia, he served as the Member of Parliament for Guelph from 1984 to 1993.

Winegard remains active in the Guelph community through his volunteer involvement.

Nomination packages are available online at www.volunteerguelphwellington.on.ca or by calling the Volunteer Centre at 519-822-0912.

The deadline for nominations is March 4.

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Mar 9

Rockwood and District Lioness Euchre and Bridge Night.

Rockmosa Community Centre, Rockwood at 7pm. $5 a person.

Lunch and prizes to follow.

Mar 10

Arthur Agricultural Society, upstairs hall. 7:30pm. Arthur Community Centre. All welcome. *** Euchre - St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest. 7:30pm $2.50 includes light lunch and prizes. *** Larry Halyk, Stewardship Coordinator for the Wellington County Stewardship Council, discusses the restoration of Marden Creek.

This event is part of Guelph Field Naturalists Indoor Programs.

All are welcome. 7:30pm, University of Guelph’s Arboretum Centre. www.guelphfieldnaturalists.org.

MAR 12

Karaoke contest at Fergus Legion every Saturday 9pm -1am until March 26. Grand Prize $1,000. *** Adult / Senior Skating. 8-9:50pm. Exhibition Park Arena, Guelph.

Cost - $7 / person. Contact 519-836-1015. Join us for fun, exercise, music and friendship. *** Mixed Cribbage tournament. Registration 12pm. Play 1pm sharp.

Entry fee $20 per team. Prizes. Elora Legion, 110 Metcalfe St. Elora. Contact the Sports Officer for more details 519-846-9611.

Mar 13

Alma Optimist Toy Show and Sale. Alma Community Centre. Set up 8-10am, show 10am-4pm. Admission $3, children Free. Call John Broadfoot 519-843-1055.

Mar 14

Until March 18- March Break Environmental Day Camp at the Guelph Lake Nature Centre. Fun nature activities for kids aged 6 – 10. Please call or visit our web site www.grandriver.ca for more information.

Mar 15

Cancer Support Group 3rd Tuesday of every Month, 10am -12pm.

Upper Grand 753 Tower, St. 1st Wednesday of the month, Lunch Out. Contact, Joyce B. 519-843-3213 or Judy D. 519-843-3947 Ext: 100. *** March Break Program-Grand Valley Public Library Presents: Waterwood Theatre, 2pm at the Grand Valley Community Centre.

Admission $3 or three shows for $8. “O IS FOR OGRE” is an original story about a boy named Owen, who just loves books.

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Mar 16

March Break Program-Grand Valley Public Library Presents: CHRIS MCKHOOL, 2pm at the Grand Valley Community Centre. Admission $3 or three shows for $8. 519-928-5622.

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Horoscopes - For the fourth week of February -

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, better wait until a sticky situation calms down before you get involved. Otherwise you could get pulled into the turmoil and that’s not what you need right now.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, get involved in a project to take your mind off of something that is troublesome. Fixating on it will only make things worse. A hobby will be recreational, too.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you will find it easy to make friends this week, even when you’re not feeling like taking the initiative. Simply share a smile with some people.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Don’t be so quick to judge someone this week, Sagittarius. While you may assume this person is capable of one thing, he or she actually may be able to handle much more.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, it’s not very easy for someone to fall out of your good graces but that’s just what will happen this week.

Don’t fret over what cannot be change.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you are in a post-Valentine’s Day slump. If romance didn’t go so well for you on the day of love, why not make it Valentine’s Day for the rest of the month?

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, dinner out with friends should prove a fitting end for a pleasant week. Things will be easy at work and at home, and you can enjoy yourself for a few days.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Letting others take care of all your responsibilities may seem like the easy way to do things. But it actually could cause more trouble in the end when you don’t know what was done.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, tough times are ahead this week if you are not prepared for the situation.

Do your homework and that will be your best advantage over other people.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, stop worrying about all the things that are beyond your control.

It’s much easier to tackle those things you can handle.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 It’s funny how stress can turn a relatively easy-going individual into someone he or she doesn’t recognize anymore. Take a break, Virgo. That’s an order!

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, don’t count your chickens before they hatch. Just when you think you know what someone has in store, the entire plan can be changed on a dime. Isn’t it exciting?

PAGE SIXTEEN Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, February 18, 2011

A MISS MARPLE MYSTERY

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March 23-27, 2011 at Fergus Grand Theatre Directed by Simon Leibovitz Adapted for stage by Leslie Darbon Produced by Special Arrangement with Samuel French Ltd.

Heritage Festival An Afternoon of Telling Stories

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Town of Erin Annual Recreation and Culture Fair

Presentations on Stories & Storytelling u Karen Wagner WCMA Archivist, where to start u Nora Savage, Storylines, on why memoirs matter u Lois Beams MacKenzie, stories of a life lived u Marilyn Helmer, local author, writing for children u Roger Miller, postcard collector, illustrated stories u Al Koop of Older Voices, living history storytelling u Nonie Crete and Kayla McTaggart, songwriters & musicians

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Wellington Advertiser for publication: Feb. 18, 2011 prepared by Phil Dietrich Wellington County Museum & Archives

Saturday, February 26, 2011 from 10 am – 5 pm Centre 2000 in the gym Register for your favorite activity or sports group, all at one time and at one location.

For more information, please contact: Patrick Suessmuth, RACC Representative, at: 519-833-2058 or help@erinhoops.ca

Family FUN Day Monday February 21, 2011 10 am—5 pm Royal Distributing Athletic Performance Centre 7384 Wellington Road 30, Guelph A fun filled day of indoor jumpy castles, climbing walls, games, interactive demonstrations, food (additional fee), and so much more!

Admission: $20/family (up to 5 members) Each additional member is $2.00 each For more information, please call: 519-856-9596 ext. 201.

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