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PAGE TWO Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, February 19, 2010

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS

The winner - Fergus Elora Retail Alliance (FERA) shop local program draw was at Pamper Me Pets. On hand for the draw were Elora BIA representative Kirk McElwain, left, and shop owner Dennis Purton. The winner is Linda SchnurrHehn who won a $50 gift certificate to Fusion Discount Store in Fergus. The FERA draw Feb 15 to 18 will be at Ron Wilkin Jewellers. The following week a ballot will be drawn from Wood n Charm in Elora.

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Family & Children's Services of Guelph & Wellington needs Volunteer Drivers in the cities of Elora/Fergus and immediate surrounding area, to provide transportation services to and from appointments for children and families. Mileage reimbursed /orientation and training provided. Please contact Eva Marmurek at 519-824-2410, ext. 509. *** Women Cancer Support Group. Every 3rd Tuesday of every Month, 10am - 12noon. Lunch out every 1st Wed. of every Month. Call Joyce 519-843-3213 or Judy 519-843-3947 Ext. 100. *** Chocolate Fondant Filled 3oz Eggs & White/Dark Chocolate crosses $2, and bunnies $1 for sale. Place your order now. Call St. Andrew’s Church 519-843-3565 by March 16. Proceeds to Missions of the Church.

FEBRUARY 19 Brighton Chapter O.E.S. Euchre in the Masonic Hall, St. Andrew St., Fergus. For more information call Betty or Roy at 519-7878250. *** Euchre, Harriston Legion #296. Start at 8pm. Light Lunch provided. $5 /person. Bring a Partner. *** The Red Cheveron Club is hosting Karaoke on 8pm. Free admission. Everyone Welcome. *** Wing Night 6-8pm. $12. Entertainment by Kristen Henry Scott.

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FEBRUARY 20 WCL Donation - The Fergus branch of the Wellington County Library recently received a cash donation from the Ladies Auxiliary Fergus Legion 275. The purpose of the donation was to assist with purchases of books to promote early literacy in the community.

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ANNUAL MEETING TUESDAY, MARCH 2, 2010 7:30pm General Meeting, Proposed By-Law Changes, Refreshments to follow

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599 Hill St. W., Fergus On.

An Awareness Training Seminar to promote hope and healing.

9am-1pm. Lunch included. Drayton Christian Reformed Church, 88 Main Street East Drayton. Pre-registration is encouraged.

Contact: Teresa Dekker 519-638-5916. *** Rockwood Rebels 2010 Softball Registration. 10am-12noon. in the meeting room at the Rockwood Library. Call Cathie at 519856-4715 for more information. *** “Winter Magic” Dream Auction in support of the Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program. This event features both live and silent auctions. Doors open at 6:30pm. Delta Guelph Hotel and Conference Centre, 50 Stone Road West. Tickets $50. Call 519-826-4204. *** Arthur Seniors Euchre 7:30pm. Everyone welcome. Call 519-8483469 for more details. *** Country Breakfast at Rockwood United Church, Harris Street Rockwood. Come on in and warm up. Adults $7, Children $5, Family Deal $20 (2 adults and 2 or more children). For more information call 519-856-9298. *** Chalmers/Three Willows United Church 53rd 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. *** Adult / Senior Ice Skating 8-9:50pm Exhibition Park Arena, Guelph. Fergus Brass Band playing centre ice. Pot Luck 6pm. Call 519-836-1015. *** Until March 7 - Mentors and Makers - In the Minarovich Gallery - an exhibition of artwork made by Students/Instructors and Associates of the Elora Centre for the Arts. Opening reception Feb. 20 2-5pm - everyone is welcome.

FEBRUARY 21 Listowel Legion Sunday Brunch at Parkview Gardens.10am-2pm. $5/plate. *** Mini Golf Tournament at the Palmerston Legion. 4 per team, call 519-343-3919 to register team. *** Jamboree, Harriston Legion # 296. Admission $5. Doors open at 12pm. Entertainment starts at 1pm. Supper $10. Musicians, Singers, Dancers and Spectators Welcome. For more information call 519-338-2843. *** Bowl for Kids. At Woodlawn Bowl, 253 Woodlawn Rd. W., Guelph. Great prizes! For pledge sheet or more info. call 519-7870106. *** Breakfast, Fergus Legion 9-11:30am. $5.

FEBRUARY 23

Sunday March 7, 2010 Games start at 1pm - Doors open at 11am share the wealth package $15 - main program package $25 (both packages are required - extra strips available)

“proceeds to local community projects” Held at Grand River Raceway 7445 Wellington County Rd. 21, Elora

www.ferguselorarotary.com Held under lottery license #M634122.

FERGUS ELORA ROTARY FOUNDATION Staffed by: Centre Wellington Rotary Club and Fergus Elora Rotary Club

Elora Centre for the Arts presents From Camera to Computer with Sylvia Galbraith. 7- 9:30pm. For information call 519-846-9609. *** The Book of Revelation The last book. Do you have questions?

We have questions too. Come and join us in Elora, 7-9pm. A group of Centre Wellington Christians and Seekers. Call 519-8460454for info. Leave a message. *** Ontario Genealogical Society meeting- 7:30pm. Zehrs Community Room, 1045 Paisley Rd., Guelph. Bring and Brag: Members speak briefly about their problems and successes in researching their family trees. *** Guelph Horticultural Society Meeting 7:30pm. Dublin St. United Church 68 Suffolk St. W Guest speaker: Roger Tschantz Trial

Garden Manager at the University of Guelph Turfgrass Centre discussing "New and Interesting Annuals for the Garden" New members welcome.

FEBRUARY 24 “Beat the Winter Blahs" dinner for St. Andrew's, Mount Forest.

6:15pm. Reserve now, don't wait: call 519-323-2217. $10 each. 50 only available. *** Until Mar. 31- Lunches in Lent: Wednesdays, St. Alban’s Church, Grand Valley. 11- 1:30pm. Homemade soup, sandwiches, desserts. $7. *** Elora and Salem Horticultural Society meeting at Heritage River Retirement Community, Elora.7:30pm. Clara Bauman reveals how she “Moved her Garden” from an established acreage to a ½ acre lot on builder’s clay. *** Mid-week Lenten service followed by book study "The Sign of Jonah." Joint Anglican and Lutheran service. 7pm at St. James Anglican Church, 171 Queen St. E., Fergus. All are welcome. *** Rural Women’s Day Mary Frey Martin RN: Eldercare; what you should know, Sherri Clemmer from Floral Fusion. Demonstrating making traditional and contemporary style floral arrangements, Linda Buckley - antique dealer and appraiser, learn about trends, and evaluating antiques. Day hosted at Wallenstein Bible Chapel, 4522 Herrgott Rd. Wallenstein. Hot lunch. $15/person. Call 519664-3794x237. *** CWDHS presents Canadian Country Recording Star, Shane Yellowbird. Opening acts feature CW Idol Winner, Mackenzie Matthews and Nashville Recording Star, Laura Power. All ages event, with a food concession and silent auction. All proceeds go to the Student Aboriginal Exchange program. Doors will open at 6pm. Tickets available at CWDHS, are $25 and $20 (students with valid ID) in advance and $30 and $25 at the door.

FEBRUARY 25 Elora Centre for the Arts and Heritage Centre Wellington present Heritage Lecture Series. Heritage Restoration: Meet the Experts.

Ask the Experts - If you are interested in restoring an old house, or have other questions ask the panel for advice. 6:30pm at Elora Centre for the Arts. $10 non-members, $8 for members. $35 for series of 4. 519-846-9698. *** Euchre - St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest - 7:30pm, $2.50 includes lunch and prizes. *** Opera legend John Mac Master in recital of favourite songs and arias with British pianist Andrew Matthews-Owen. Concerts start at 12:10pm. MacKinnon Room 107 (Goldschmidt Room) School of Fine Art and Music, University of Guelph. Admission FREE – donations gratefully appreciated. Everyone Welcome! *** Taoist Tai Chi ™ arts of health. Open House at 54 Cardigan Street, Guelph 7pm. Telephone 519-836-7390. *** Women in Business Luncheon Erin/ Hillsburgh. Noon-1:30pm.

Come and meet other women to share ideas, make new connections and help grow your business! Everyone will also have a chance to promote their business to the group. For information, call Miriam at 519-833-4454. *** Arthur Lions Club Drive through Chicken BBQ, 4:30-7pm.

Delivery available. $12- ½ Maple Lodge Chicken, potato, roll, salad, dessert. Pick up meals at St. John’s Parish, Arthur, or call 519-848-5904.

FEBRUARY 26 Beach Boys Endless Summers Tribute Show and Dinner (Limited # of tickets will be sold). The Royal Canadian Legion Colonel John McCrae Memorial Br. 234, 919 York Rd., Guelph. Inquiries 519-822-1565. *** Big Chili Roundup – Competition of the Best Chili prepared by Local Businesses and Community Groups. $5 includes Chili, bun, dessert & beverage. Hosted by the Grand Valley Public Library at the Grand Valley Community Centre 5:30-8pm. 519-928-5622. *** Legion #296 Dinner Harriston, Ontario. 5-7pm. Tickets $12 per person. Children under 12 $6. Preschoolers Free. Come on out and enjoy a home cooked meal. *** Feb 26, 27 & 28 - St John Ambulance, Level 1 First Aid and Level C CPR. All courses held at St John Ambulance Training Facility in Elora. For information call 519-846-8704. *** Bid Euchre Party. 7:30pm. St Teresa of Avila Church Hall, 19 Flamingo Drive, Elmira. *** Hootenanny and Haiti Fundraiser: Arkell United Church, corners of Watson Road and Arkell Road, Guelph. Spaghetti Dinner 4:307:30pm. Open Seating. $10 for the meal. Hootenanny to follow.

Bring your voices and your musical instruments. Contact Melissa Kelly, 519-824-9219 for details. *** The Red Cheveron Club presents, "Upstairs At The Chev". A night of live, hard driving rock and roll with "Stage Junkies". $10 admission. Proceeds to the Red Cross / Haiti Fund. Everyone welcome. *** Until March 7 - Mentors and Makers - In the Minarovich Gallery Continued on page 7

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, February 19, 2010 PAGE THREE

Marnie Mainland remains an icon for Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington

by Mike Robinson

MOUNT FOREST - When people think of those involved in North Wellington’s Big Brothers Big Sisters, Marnie Mainland’s name is at the top of the list.

And it’s more than likely that when the annual Bowl For Kids Sake at the Mount Forest Bowling Lanes starts this weekend, she’ll be there busily working behind the scenes making certain the event runs smoothly.

Next year marks the 25th anniversary of North Wellington’s event, which started here in 1986 - and Mainland has been there since the beginning.

She said that in the first year, the event raised just over $1,000 and was held in bowling lanes in Listowel, Fergus and Mount Forest. Now the event is hosted completely by the Mount Forest Bowling Lanes and this year’s target goal is $60,000.

When asked about when she first became involved with Big Brothers she said, “... way, way back.” She first started with the organization in 1983, and has witnessed many changes to the organization over the years.

Originally, she was hired as a part-time case worker of the Arthur office.

“They hired me, and the following year Mount Forest came on board, followed by Harriston/Palmerston,” she said. “It was a situation where the other organizations asked, ‘can we use you as a case worker too?’

“During that time, we were a satellite of Guelph. It was in October 2004 we started the merge with Big Sisters and since then we’ve been here (Mount Forest).

“I had started my career at Children’s Aid way, way back, right out of school. Then, I went home to have our children.

“I was just looking for something very part-time and they were looking for a parttime case worker in Arthur. I thought it would be ideal ... just a few hours a week.”

She felt it would be a perfect fit for her home life with two little boys and a baby girl.

But it’s something that ended up being much more than that.

It’s clear from the enthusiasm in her voice this is a job she still loves.

Known as Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington, the organization is located at 110 Wellington St. E. in Mount Forest.

Mainland noted one of the major changes was the group’s joining with Big Sisters of Mount Forest and Area back in 2004.

“We’d been encouraged by the national office to do that, but there was a lot of resistance,” she said. “It was a trying time, but it has worked out

well. There’s every bit as much a need for little girls as little boys.”

She added, “I think it’s so important for the little guys since so many are being raised without men in their lives. It is a terrible situation and we are finding it more and more difficult to find Big Brothers.”

This has led to offering some the option of the inschool mentoring program to augment that.

“But you know the same problems existed years back ... trying to come up with enough money. In a non-profit organization, that is one of the big things.

“That is where Bowl for Kids Sake come in,” she said.

“We have to raise primarily all of our budget through that fundraiser.”

At the same time, Mainland noted there are some funds about $19,000 - which annually come through the local

MARNIE MAINLAND

A Little Brother’s perspective Twelve-year-old Dexter Schoutsen has been a Little Brother since he was eight years old.

His current Big Brother, Joseph Clark, is actually his third.

“My first Big Brother, Brian ... he was good, but he had to move away to where his job was,” said Dexter.

“I got a new Big Brother, Josh, but his work sort of interfered too. He was working as a fireman and was accepted for a position in Sault Ste. Marie.

Now I have Joseph, who lives just outside of Mount Forest.”

While Joseph works across Canada, this area is his home.

“He comes home to Holstein,” Mainland added.

Clark teaches and sells computer software to school boards across the country.

Dexter described it as “he teaches the school boards, the

“Our society is at a very crucial time, with so many boys having no male influence in their lives whatsoever.

Our society’s boys are being raised by wonderful moms, they just simply don’t have men in their lives.”

United Way, which is very helpful.

She said the organization has definitely grown through the years and those using the service and those acting as Big Brothers come from a wide variety of backgrounds.

“It’s because all of our kids are so different,” she said. “I often say when I’m interviewing a prospective Big Brother, there is no right or wrong answer, because there is such a variety of children needing the service.

“When I look at the children’s needs and then I look at the Big Brothers I have available, there’s never enough. I try to look at the child, how he was raised and what he likes to do ... and work that around with the Big Brother.

“We have labourers, we have professionals ... you name it ... we use them. If they want to volunteer, we can certainly find something for them without any trouble.”

She added there is a thorough screening of volunteers through a police check, references and then an in-home, additional interview, plus a follow-up.

“We’re always in touch with the mother, the Little Brother and the Big Brother to make sure things are going well, and that we’re not missing anything,” she said.

school boards teach the teachers, the teachers teach the students and we teach our grandparents.”

Generally there are activities with his Big Brother once a week, but Dexter said if there is not enough time in their schedules it might be three times per month.

The pair have used fourwheelers, hang out at the house, help with Joseph’s own children, build items and cut firewood. Dexter believes its a good experience.

“I think if I didn’t have a Big Brother, I wouldn’t have been able to experience some of the things I have been able to do,” he said.

At one point he was invited by his Big Brother to go into the woods with some of Joseph’s adult friends.

Dexter also had no problem recommending the program and would consider being a Big Brother at some point in the future.

“It’s important being able to have someone to hang out with who cares and wants to actually be there,” he said.

“With people who don’t have a father, there are some things they won’t experience.

With Big Brothers Big Sisters, it allows someone to have that experience.”

When he met his first Big Brother, “I wondered what my

Big Brother would want to do, but it really depends on what you want to do. It’s the Little Brother’s decision (as to the type of activities they do together). That’s what makes it fun.”

Dexter’s mother, Tracy Schoutsen, said “it is good for him to have the male influence I can’t give him. He can go and do stuff with a man, which means something to him.”

Mainland added for Dexter, the hard thing was the long wait. It was two-and-a-half years waiting for the first match.

Tracy said her mistake was that while Dexter qualified at age 6, she’d waited until she felt he was ready to have a Big Brother.

“I should have signed him up right away, because by the time they found a Big Brother, he would have been ready.”

Mainland said that perhaps that is something which should be included in information packages.

“Just because they are approved and on board, if they are no ready ... we can hold off.”

Tracy added even though Dexter didn’t have a Big Brother, they were still able to participate in the various group activities offered.

“Pretty much there is an activity every month or every other month,” she said.

Plus, she added, both Dexter and his sister have been going to summer camp for the past five years as a result of the group’s assistance.

“I pay a small portion and Big Brothers pays the rest. I could have never afforded to send both my kids to camp if it wasn’t for Big Brothers.

“And that is why we are involved in Bowl for Kids. It’s our way of paying back. That’s the way I look at it.”

“And do they pay back,” Mainland added. “One year, Dexter raised over $1,000.”

Tracy added the first year Dexter raised $420, the next year $501, the third year $1,047 and last year $621. She said they were still working to raise funds for this year’s event.

Mainland said one thing she wants to emphasize is “our society is at a very crucial time, with so many boys having no male influence in their lives whatsoever. Our society’s boys are being raised by wonderful moms, they just simply don’t have men in their lives.

“We just have to turn this around for the kids,” she said.

“They’re going to be fathers someday, and how are they going to do that without a role model?

“It is crucial that we be able to encourage men, and that this is not an onerous task. It does take commitment, and yes, there is a thorough screening.

But once they get through that

and once they are on board, all agreed that they are getting far more out of it than the Little Brother.

“Across the board, that is how people feel.”

Mainland explained statistics show that if Little Brothers have a mentor, chances of them turning out better are very high.

She said their grades tend to be higher and 80% graduate from high school. They get along better at home, and are only half as likely to use drugs, Mainland added. They also tend to get along better with their peers and to be less involved with the police, she said.

This year’s North Wellington Bowl for Kids Sake runs Feb. 21, Feb. 28 and

March 7.

Through the weeks, there are also school challenges.

Those started last year with Arthur Public School and Palmerston Public School. This year, both schools will be bringing two bus loads of participants.

“That’s very exciting,” Mainland said.

As of the interview, she was still waiting to hear from Minto-Clifford Public School.

For $10, they get bussed to the bowling lanes, free bowling shoes, a book and a pin that says ‘today I helped a fellow human being.”

For more information about the group contact www.bbbsnorthwellington.org or www.bbbsc.ca.

History of Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington The Guelph and Wellington Big Brothers Association was started in 1968. Richard Chaloner, then crown attorney, and Bill Chapman were co-founders of the organization.

Local committees were established in Wellington County under the umbrella of Guelph and Wellington Big Brothers as it was thought this gave better services, with a more local flavour.

The Arthur chapter began in 1974, Harriston/Palmerston in 1976 and Mount Forest in 1978. In 2000, these groups formed one committee known as North Wellington.

In 1980, a group of local women saw a need in the community for young girls and formed Big Sisters of Mount Forest.

Area municipalities with similar needs, including Durham, Harriston, Clifford, Palmerston, Drayton, Moorefield, Arthur and everywhere in between, called upon this service. In 1987, the organization incorporated as Big Sisters of Mount Forest and District.

By 2000, many Big Brothers Big Sisters organizations had merged and talks in this direction began locally as well.

It was felt Wellington communities would be best served by three groups: Big Brothers Big Sisters Guelph, Big Brothers Big Sisters Centre Wellington and Big Brothers Big Sisters North Wellington.

By October 2004, Big Brothers of North Wellington and Big Sisters of Mount Forest and District began to function as a joint agency, and by September 2005, became legally known as Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington.

A Big Brother’s view Dexter Schoutsen’s Big Brother, Joseph Clark, was unable to meet for the group interview because of previous commitments. However, through email, Clark did offer his thoughts on being a Big Brother.

Why did you decide to become a Big Brother?

I became a Big Brother because it was a way that I could give my time to a noble endeavour and still include my family.

Is it challenging to find the time to be with your Little Brother and how do you sort all that out?

Sometimes. However, if you have a good understanding between the Little, their parent and yourself about your time limitations, then there is no reason why you cannot cooperatively organize times and visits.

Do you enjoy being a Big Brother and what sorts of things do you do together?

Very much. We go skating, play paint ball, hike, bicycle and work at projects at my farm such as building climbing apparatus or cutting wood.

What would you say to other men who are thinking about becoming a Big Brother.

I would say it is a very rewarding experience and they will gain much satisfaction, as well as learn much about themselves by including an important youth in their life. *** Caseworker Marnie Mainland noted Joseph is a professional and he has four children of his own.

“So when he came to me, right away I wondered how this person could possibly have time,” she said. But, she added he’s just a very organized person and his wife is home full-time, keeping the home fires burning.

“Even though he travels all across Canada ... when he’s home, he’s home completely. His office is at his home.” She said unless he is out of the province, he sees Dexter weekly.

“Sometimes he includes their children, but has specific alone times as well. It has just worked out so nicely for Dexter.”

For Joseph, the experience is very rewarding. “It’s my relaxing time, when I can be a kid,” he says.

Fast facts about Big Brothers Big Sisters Goal: Everyone who needs a mentor, gets a mentor.

Mission: To provide quality mentoring to children living in single parent homes or homes where there are two parents, but circumstances are such that additional support is necessary for quality of life.

Programs: - one-to-one matches; - ISM (in-school mentoring); and - group activities.

Major challenge: Finding adequate male volunteers.

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Getting fit goes beyond lifting weights For those who aren't fitness fanatics, getting back in shape is a goal to strive for. Though rates of overweight and obesity are high, society has also grown increasingly health-conscious in the last 10-20 years, as the growing number of gyms and other fitness centers can attest.

Still, for those hoping to shed a few extra pounds, the first step toward doing so can be the hardest. Many instantly think of the oft-intimidating nature of the local gym, where muscular fitness enthusiasts dominate the landscape.

However, getting fit does not have to include weight training.

While weight training can be a valuable means to get healthier and shedding pounds, there are a host of other exercise options that can lead to very positive results. * Spinning. Spinning is a popular and valuable alternative exercise option. However,

because it can be so demanding, spinning can be a tough routine for those making a lifestyle change. Once you've gotten into an exercise groove, spinning might be something to explore. Often set to aggressive, pulsating music, spinning involves riding a stationary bike through demanding courses featuring hills and other difficult terrain. * Aqua aerobics. For those who enjoy time in the pool, see if your gym offers an aqua aerobics class. This might not be as readily available at most gyms as spinning classes are, as lots of gyms don't even have pools. For those who love swimming, look for a gym that does have a pool, and chances are, that gym will offer some derivation of aqua aerobics which consists of intense cardio movements mixed with some strength training. The chief benefit of a good aqua aerobics workout is that it will

work all your muscle groups with low impact on joints -making it ideal for seniors. * Pilates. The popularity of pilates classes is now so great that many gyms offer classes several times per day. Not unlike yoga, pilates is both a physical and mental exercise.

The exercises themselves can be quite demanding, focusing on stretching and breathing that strengthens the abdominal core. * Abdominals. Few people look at their abs and don't think they could use some work.

That said, nearly every gym offers a class focusing strictly on abdominal exercises. These usually range anywhere between 15 and 30 minutes in length. Anything longer than that might cause painful and unnecessary muscle strain, so beware of ab classes that might be longer than 30 minutes, especially if you've only recently gotten back into exer-

cise. * Fusion. For those who subscribe to the idiom that "variety is the spice of life," fusion classes (also known as total body conditioning) classes could be the perfect fit.

That's because such classes are a combination of other classes.

Because they combine so many different elements, these classes tend to run a little longer in length, oftentimes exceeding an hour in length. The benefit of these is that they build up your cardiovascular as well as muscular strength. * Yoga. Arguably no alternative exercise class is more widely known than yoga. A centuries-old Hindu discipline aimed at promoting control over the body and mind, yoga classes are offered at nearly every gym or fitness center across the country. Much of yoga is concerned with helping you become stronger, more balanced, focused, and flexible.

Retirement tips for baby boomers The key to a successful retirement is planning ahead and it's never too early to start.

Knowing how your future will look and having a clear plan of how you will get there can make the idea of retirement less intimidating. Here are some strategies to help ensure

the "golden years" are really golden.

Determining your needs Retirement means something different to everyone.

Some may choose to be semiretired and continue their careers part-time, while others look forward to spending time with family and friends, volunteering in the community or traveling the world. Having a vision of what you want is the first step toward what steps to take and the resources needed to make it possible.

How much is enough?

Financial planning is the backbone of any retirement strategy. Investments and contributions to a retirement account can provide the income you'll need if they are maintained properly and you don't withdraw funds early from tax-deferred accounts. If you are over 50, the tax-code contains "catch-up" provisions, allowing higher contributions to retirement accounts that can yield as much as an additional $155,507 at age 65. If you are unsure about what you'll need for retirement or the best way

to get there, consider consulting with a financial planner.

Less now is more later Spending less now and investing the savings can help you achieve your retirement goals. The proceeds from selling your "empty nest," for example, can be reinvested while saving the expense of maintaining a larger than necessary home. Fewer meals eaten out, a more modest vacation or trading down to a smaller, more efficient car today means a more comfortable tomorrow.

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Lifestyles

Baby boomers can survive layoffs late in the game With the economy struggling to regain stability, many Baby Boomers are finding themselves in a place they never thought they would be at this stage in the game: the unemployment line. According to a much anticipated forecast from UCLA's Anderson School of Management released in late 2008, the country is expected to lose 2 million jobs.

If January, when 598,000 jobs were lost as the unemployment rate hit 7.6 percent nationally, is any indication, the 2009 projection might prove to be an understatement.

For Baby Boomers, the spectre

of unemployment is especially daunting, as many Boomers have fallen victim to a crashing stock market that has left many reeling from retirement savings lost in investments. For those fearing their next step could be toward the unemployment line or for Boomers who have already been laid off, consider the following tips to ready yourself for reentry into the job market. * Don't hide your layoff or pending layoff from others.

There's no shame in being laid off. In fact, with unemployment rates rising, chances are you already know someone

beside yourself who has either been laid off or is facing the possibility of a layoff.

That said, in addition to the moral support you may receive, letting others know you've been laid off could also result in others helping you with your job search. If your company has announced future layoffs but not yet determined who will be staying and who will be going, let others know you could possibly be let go.

Sharing your situation with others could open doors you would otherwise never know about if you kept your situation to yourself. * Ready your resume. Most Baby Boomers have been working at their current jobs for many years. While that's great from a stability standpoint, it almost certainly means you'll need to give your resume a makeover. Revamp your resume even if you haven't been laid off. Emphasize your versatility on your resume. As previously mentioned, unemployment rates are expected to continue rising throughout the year, so job openings will likely yield more responses than ever before. Baby Boomers

should use their experience and versatility to their advantage in such a competitive job market. * Work on your interview skills. For the majority of Baby Boomers, it's likely been a long time since their last job interview. While performing well in an interview can be like riding a bike, you'll still need to work hard to prepare yourself for prospective job interviews. For one thing, your marketable skills now are likely much different than they were the last time you interviewed. In addition, the interview process has probably changed since you last interviewed for a job.

Brush up on your skills, including what it is you have to offer and researching questions you're likely to be asked. * Try new things. Don't pigeonhole yourself into the field you just left. Nearly every job teaches skills that extend beyond a given title's job description. For example, think of how much you had to multitask at your previous job, and how much that multi-tasking often veered off course from your actual job description.

These skills are marketable but not instantly recognizable as a

ket might not be where they thought they would be 10 years ago. But an essential element for Boomers to handle a bad economy is to understand the value of their experience and how best they can parlay that into their next job.

product of working in a given field. Remember these skills as you cast a wider net and emphasize this multi-tasking when seeking jobs outside of your field.

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Education and the older student (CL) - By the year 2030, it is estimated that 20 percent of the population will be 65 or older with time on their hands and potentially new interests to be satiated.

Forty years ago, seniors pretty much worked their entire lives. The retirement age was 68, and the average life expectancy was roughly the same. Today there is an entirely different picture. Retirement occurs by age 62 and seniors are living longer than ever before thanks to a healthier lifestyle and advanced medical treatment. There is the potential for 10 to 20 additional years to fill post-retirement. And many seniors are choosing to spend a portion of that time going back to school.

Research indicates that adult students are becoming the new majority on college campuses nationwide. Older students say they relish the freedom of being able to focus on education now that they fulfilled their responsibilities to families and work.

Many colleges and universities are realizing the zeal seniors have toward continuing education. Some matriculate adult students right into regular classes. Others have developed

lower-cost enrichment programs designed especially for seniors looking to gain knowledge or pick up skills they may have missed in their younger days.

With senior citizen populations on the rise on college campuses, adults face a series of challenges and advantages being the non-traditional students. These students can contribute and receive much from their classroom and education experiences. Here are some things to consider: · Old students bring life experience to the class as well as a richness in diversity. · Senior students can engage in conversations during the lessons and change the dynamic of

classroom interaction.

Professors may readily gravitate toward older students because they may have realworld experience with some of the lessons being taught. · Older students can become role models to younger students and offer sage advice. · Non-traditional students with real-world experience and contacts could be a perfect networking contact for other students, making him or her sought out in the classroom.

Age is no longer a defining factor on college campuses.

Now is the time to consider enrolling in higher education to obtain a degree or to simply take a few courses in interesting subjects.

INCOME TAX CLINIC When: Tues. Mar. 9th, 9:30-11:30am Where: Harriston Senior’s Income Tax Clinic At the Harriston Legion

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CRITERIA: Income levels for individuals must be $25,000 or less, or $35,000 for a couple, 65 or older. Returns with capital gains, bankruptcy, self employment/rental income cannot be completed, nor can we complete for a deceased person.

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ERIN - The 2010 Hills of Erin Studio Tour is inviting new artists from the area as well as guests from other areas to apply to join this year.

The tour will be held on two weekends this year, Sept. 18, 19 and 25 and 26.

Anyone interested in taking part can submit an entry form and a cheque for $185 (membership fee), along with a CD including the following: - three to five digital photos of original work (300dpi); - a paragraph of up to 50

words as a word document; and - a brief biography or resume.

The deadline is March 15 for admission to the tour. Successful applicants will be notified of acceptance by March 30.

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Garnet Rogers to play Feb. 19 at church GUELPH – The Dublin Street United Church at 68 Suffolk Street West will be the scene of a Garnet Rogers show on Feb. 19.

Born in Hamilton to parents of Nova Scotian descent, Rogers spent hours in front of the old floor model radio listening to Grand Ol' Opry broadcasts and harmonizing with his brother, the late folk legend, Stan Rogers. Two years later,

Garnet Rogers was playing the definitive 8-year-old’s version of Desolation Row on his ukulele. He soon abandoned that instrument to teach himself the flute, violin and guitar.

At 18, he was on the road as a full-time working musician with Stan. They formed what has come to be accepted as one of the most influential duos in the history of North American folk music. Garnet acted as

producer and arranger for his late brother from 1973 to 1983, the year Stan died in a plane crash.

Since then, Garnet Rogers has established himself as a formidable solo artist.

Rogers has been the featured performer on numerous television and radio programs, including Much Music, Mountain Stage, and All Things Considered.

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- an exhibition of artwork made by Students/Instructors and Associates of the Elora Centre for the Arts. Opening reception Feb. 20 2-5pm - everyone is welcome.

FEBRUARY 27 Daniel Stolfi will perform his one-man show, Cancer Can’t Dance Like This, about his harrowing experience while battling cancer at the Guelph Youth Music Centre. Tickets are $40 each or 2 for $70 and can be purchased at The Canadian Cancer Society office at 214 Speedvale Ave. West or call 519-824-4261 ext 3173.

Cocktail reception and silent auction to begin at 6pm with the show to follow at 8pm. *** Listowel Legion Dinner & Dance - Entertainment by D & R's, 6pm. $20/person. *** Adult/ Senior Ice Skating 8pm - 9:50pm Exhibition Park Arena, Guelph. Cost - $7/ person ( $8 on Band nights ). Join us for fun, exercise, music and friendship. Contact 519-836-1015. *** Elora Legion Branch 229, 110 Metcalfe St. Elora, Saturday Night Dance. Entertainment by “Marion’s Band”. For info. call Judy Alles 519-846-5582. *** Guelph Enabling Garden presents an afternoon of exchanging plant seeds and ideas at Guelph Seedy 1- 5:30pm at the Evergreen Senior’s Centre, 683 Woolwich Street, Guelph. *** The Red Cheveron Club presents, "Open Stage" with Gord Machen 2pm. Everyone welcome to join Gord and friends on stage. *** Ricky Magic Show at Melville United Church. 10am. $5 at the door or in advance call 519-787-8122. Magic, face painting, bake sale, crafts. *** Guelph Chamber Choir & Orpheus Choir of Toronto present music from Russia, Canada and Latvia, featuring Rachmaninoff’s Vespers - 8 pm, Harcourt Memorial United Church, 87 Dean Ave., Guelph. River Run Centre 519-763-3000. Adults $25, Students $10, eyeGO $5. *** Karaoke 8:30pm. Arthur Legion.

FEBRUARY 28 The Return of Bigfoot. Guelph Lake Nature Centre 2 -4pm. Please register at 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: $10/adult, $5/child, $25/family of 4. *** Nature walk under the full moon. Walk, ski or snowshoe using the light of the full moon. Bring your flashlight and winter gear. 7pm.

Mount Forest & District Sports Complex (Auditorium Entrance). *** The Wedding Show at Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex, 550 Belsyde Ave. E, Fergus. 11-4pm. All New Do-It-Yourself Edition! Learn tips & tricks from the experts to make your dream day come true. $7 at door. Proceeds support the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. *** Skate Canada - Mount Forest Carnival Celebrate our journey to the Olympics and our club's 35th Anniversary. 1pm. Guest Skater Lennea Nelson - Junior Ladies Competitor. *** Elora Cooperative Preschool's Annual Spaghetti Supper and Silent Auction. 4:30-7:30pm at the Elora Arena Hall. Adults $10, Kids $4, Kids under 4 FREE. Everyone Welcome! *** Old Tyme Jamboree...doors open at 1pm. Cost is $5/person and for an additional $10 you can enjoy a roast beef dinner. This event fills up early so don't get there too late! Erin Legion Branch 442.

MARCH 3 Mid-week Lenten service followed by book study "The Sign of Jonah." Joint Anglican and Lutheran service. 7pm at St. James Anglican Church, 171 Queen St. E., Fergus. All are welcome.

MARCH 4 “Red Chamber Ensemble". Red Chamber’s power and passion lights the stage on fire, bringing surprise and awe to audiences worldwide. Its plucked string repertoire travels from the 10th Century Chinese Imperial court, to rare village music, and far beyond into the realms of Bluegrass, Gypsy Jazz and Balkan music. Concerts start at 12:10pm. MacKinnon Room 107 (Goldschmidt Room) School of Fine Art and Music, University of Guelph. Admission FREE – donations gratefully appreciated.

Everyone Welcome!

MARCH 5 World Day of Prayer 10:30am at Morriston United Church.

Women of Cameroon wrote the service. Guest Speaker volunteers in Cameroon. *** Optimist Club of Puslinch, Community Euchre. 7:30pm. At the Puslinch Community Centre. $3 per person. Refreshments provided. 50/50 draw. All Welcome. *** Plan to attend World Day of Prayer at Melville United Church at 2pm. "Let everything that has breath praise God" written by the women of Cameroon.

*** World Day of Prayer 2pm. First Baptist Church, 255 Woolwich St., Guelph. The Women’s Inter Church Council would like to invite everyone to join us for this year’s World Day of Prayer Service. The service is written by the women of Cameroon, and the theme is “Let everything that has breath praise God”. Fellowship following the service. For more information 519-822-7264. *** The Elora Acoustic Cafe - Opening Night at the Elora Centre For the Arts. Open Stage sign up at 7pm. Feature Act - Steve Royall and Friends, 8:30pm. For Info. contact royalls@sympactico.ca . $5. *** Did you go to Floradale School? The current Floradale Public School building will be taken down soon to make way for the new one. Former students, staff, and anyone else who is interested, are all invited to visit the school from 5 to 8pm. Come tour the school, view displays of old photos, reminisce with old friends and enjoy some refreshments. For more information call the school at 519669-5193 or Rick Kraemer 519-669-0917.

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MARCH 6 Treasure Shop. Free good used clothing for all ages. Bethel Baptist Church, 675 Victoria Terrace, Fergus. 9am-12noon. *** Adult/ Senior Ice Skating 8pm - 9:50pm Exhibition Park Arena, Guelph. Cost - $7/ person ($8 on Band nights). Join us for fun, exercise, music and friendship. Contact 519-836-1015. *** Elora Legion Branch 229, 110 Metcalfe St. Elora, Saturday Night Dance. Entertainment by “Entertainers”. For info. call Judy Alles 519-846-5582. *** Woolwich Community Lions club presents “Dancing under the Stars Dance” at 8pm. Tickets $15/person available by calling Denise/Erin at 519-669-0003. *** Paddyfest darts, Parkview Gardens, Listowel Legion Registration 11- 11:30am. Cost $40 per team. All money returned in prizes. *** Erin Legion Branch 442 “The Caledon Country Boys" and their Fundraising Dance for Haiti. 8pm. $10 each and you can pick up your tickets at the bar downstairs. *** St. John Catholic Women's League, Arthur, St. Patrick's Bazaar 1:30-3:30pm at Parish Center beside the Church. Door Prizes, Tea Tables, Penny Table, Book Store & Draws. Great Prizes to be won!

MARCH 7 Open Jamboree at the Mount Forest Legion Branch 134. 1:305:30pm, General Admission - $2, Roast Beef Dinner - $12 (including admission). Musicians no admission, $5 for dinner. *** Jamboree - Harriston Legion Auditorium. 1- 6pm. Roast Beef Supper $10/plate. Donation at the door. All entertainers and spectators are welcome. Hosted by the North Wellington Bravehearts and the Harriston Jamboree Committee.

MARCH 9 Parkinsons Society, Guelph-Wellington Chapter 2pm Zehr’s Community Room Imperial Rd/Paisley Blvd. Guelph. Fay Nascimento, a local Speech Language Pathologist, will speak to us about Speech and Swallowing Changes in Parkinson’s Disease.

For more info. contact: Chris Young 519-829-1749.

MARCH 10 Rockwood & District Lioness Euchre & Bridge Night. Rockmosa Community Centre, Rockwood at 7pm. $5 a person. Lunch & prizes to follow. *** University of Guelph and the School of Fine Art and Music present the 4th annual Shenkman Lecture in Contemporary Art, War Memorial Hall, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario. 5:30pm.

Free. Featuring: Iwona Blazwick. *** Holden Evening Prayer Service followed by book study "The Sign of Jonah." Joint Anglican and Lutheran service. 7pm at St. James Anglican Church, 171 Queen St. E., Fergus. All are welcome. *** 2010 TAX CLINIC –Tax clinic for low income households. If your gross household income is below $17,000 without dependents. Or $25,000 with dependents you are eligible for this free tax clinic. Please call EWCS at 519-833-9696 to book an appointment. Please make sure you have all your paperwork in order before your appointment.

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HOROSCOPES - For the fourth week of February ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 It's hard to smile when you are feeling down, but you have to project an air of happiness this week, Aries. Don't worry, things will turn around in a few days.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 A change of heart has you reconsidering a prior decision. Think it over very carefully, Scorpio, because you won't get another chance at doing it right.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 There's a lot to get done this week, Taurus, and not too much time in which to complete it. Asking for help isn't a sign of weakness, but the smart thing to do.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Take care not to condescend to someone close to you, Sagittarius. You are not at an advantage over this person. In fact, it could be quite the opposite.

Work matters take precedence.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 You have to choose between friends and it won't be easy to do so, Gemini.

Relationships are in turmoil and you are the grounding factor. There is time for joy on Thursday, however.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 It's hard to be romantic when you don't schedule time to be with the one you love, Cancer. Devotion to that special someone should be at the top of your mind.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Don't worry about your health, Leo, because the stars point to a strong start to the new year. As long as you eat a balanced diet, you will be benefitting yourself.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Social obligations are piling up, but you may not be in the mood to participate, Capricorn. That's because you desire some alone time. Get through this week and then you'll be rewarded.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Look at your situation from a different angle, Aquarius. It could shed new light on a few things that have been causing you concern. A marital spat blows over quickly.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 You just may feel like you're walking on air, Pisces. Spread that feeling to all areas of your life and it'll be intoxicating.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 You will feel closer to someone other than your family this week, Virgo. It's OK to spend time away from home if you need a change of scenery once in a while.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Recreational activities will fill your calendar, Libra. You are a-buzz with energy and social commitments. Fortunately you have energy to spare this week.

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MARCH 11 “Classical guitarist, Cary Savage” will showcase his works from his latest CD “Favorites, Music of Isaac Albéniz and J.S. Bach.”

Concerts start at 12:10pm. MacKinnon Room 107 (Goldschmidt Room) School of Fine Art and Music, University of Guelph.

Admission FREE – donations gratefully appreciated. Everyone Welcome!

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County of Wellington “Connecting Citizens with County News” MARCH BREAK PROGRAMME REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE AT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY BRANCH

On February 4th, at the Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO) Awards of Excellence in Toronto, three local marketing projects received top honours. In the provincial marketing categories, Elora & Fergus Tourism, Sensational Elora and Grand River Country won awards for best visitor guide, best marketing campaign and best specialty brochure.

The 2010 Wellington County Budget was adopted on January 28, 2010.

The budget provides for a series of investments designed to stimulate the local economy by investing in infrastructure, improving service levels in the County and enhancing recent environmental initiatives.

SUPPORTING THE LOCAL ECONOMY • Budget includes an estimated cost for the construction of an additional 55 Affordable Housing units in Fergus.

• The County will invest $11.5 million in roads and bridges in 2010 in order to maintain a safe and efficient transportation network across the County.

• In addition to the Mount Forest Library branch expansion and renovation already underway, the County will redevelop the Puslinch branch in 2010/2011.

• This year’s $3.8 million capital investment in social housing units across Wellington and Guelph will provide much needed capital repairs and improvements in order to improve living standards.

• The construction of the new police facility in Centre Wellington will begin in 2010 and be completed in 2011.

• The County will contribute 50% of the $9.6 million cost of the new Provincial Offenses facility at Guelph City Hall, to be completed in 2010.

LOCAL TOURISM MARKETING PROJECTS RECOGNIZED

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Many programmes require registration and fill up quickly.

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• listings for waste facility closures and curbside collection changes due to Statutory holidays • news, fact sheets and special announcements • waste facility locations and hours of operation • backyard composting • what can be recycled • household hazardous waste Information is also available from the 24/7 Solid Waste Services (SWS) Information Line: 519.837.2601 or 1.866.899.0248.

Wellington County Library supports

• Completion of the new County Archives in 2010.

• Grant funding to local non-profit organizations as well as the Wellington-Waterloo Community Futures Development Corporation, Guelph Wellington Business Enterprise Centre and MacDonald Stewart Art Centre.

MAINTAINING SERVICES LEVELS AND COUNTY INITIATIVES • Ten new uniformed O.P.P. officers will be added over the next 5 years to maintain and enhance community safety.

• Budget accommodates a 20% increase in social assistance payments as well as additional case workers to support individuals and families during the economic decline.

• Additional staff hours at the Terrace will provide high quality care to 176 residents.

FEBRUARY

21 – 27, 2010 An annual event encouraging Canadians to think about intellectual freedom.

The freedom to read should never be taken for granted.

• Curbside collection of bagged household garbage and blue box materials in the rural areas of the Town of Erin beginning May 6, 2010.

Celebrate Your Freedom to Read @ your local library branch.

• The Green Legacy Tree Nursery will produce 156,000 trees in 2010 and will plant the 1millionth tree this spring.

www.freedomtoread.ca www.wclib.ca

• The County will continue the annual funding for the Rural Water Quality Programme (administered by the Grand River Conservation Authority) for $400,000.

County of Wellington Administration Centre 74 Woolwich St. Guelph, ON N1H 3T9

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