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PAGE TWO Inside Wellington - Second Section of the Wellington Advertiser, Friday, April 22, 2011

Public Service Announcements

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 www.rundufferin.com/tornadoes. $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. *** Grandmothers of the Grand meet the third Wednesday of the month at 7pm at Heritage River Retirement Residence, 25 Wellington Drive, Elora. Please join us if you are interested in helping us raise awareness and funds for the AIDS/HIV pandemic in Africa, specifically for the Stephen Lewis Foundation - Grandmother to Grandmother Campaign. For more information call Cinda at 519-843-1034. *** Knights of Columbus, Guelph. Karaoke every Friday night 9pm.

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Bank on board - Scotiabank Orangeville employees Kelly Keeble (third from left) and Pat Sarra (right), recently presented a $250 cheque to Erin skateboard park fundraising committee members Mark Middleton, Patrick Suessmuth and Mary-Kay Amos. The Scotiabank donation matches the amount raised by the committee at Erin’s annual Recreation and Culture Fair in February.

Farmers Market thank you The Elora Farmers’ Market vendors wish to thank our customers for supporting us in our first ever winter market season.

It was a great success!

Thank you to the Grand River Agricultural Society for hosting us at the Grand River Raceway. We appreciated the

opportunity to try this concept out and attract new vendors and customers.

We’re looking forward to kicking off the summer season at our new home at Bissell Park on May 14 – see you there.

Sincerely, Elora Farmers Market vendors

The Wellington County Museum and Archives is proud to partner with the Elora Coop Preschool to host the 2011 Easter Egg Hunt on the grounds of the Museum, Saturday April 23rd. Join us for a great morning of festivities running from 8:30am to noon. The day’s events include a pancake breakfast, scavenger hunt, crafts and games and of course the Easter Egg Hunt on the lawn, which will begin at 9:30am sharp.

The Easter Egg Hunt is for children 10 and under.

This year this annual event is a fundraiser for the Elora Coop Preschool, whose volunteers have actively participated in all of our preparations. The event has also been generously supported by many local businesses. Many of the sponsors will

be on site through out the day.

In addition to the Museum’s pancake breakfast served in the Aboyne Hall, The Harvest Table will be barbecuing in the courtyard.

Participation in the event is $5.00/child; adults will be admitted free of charge. Wristbands will be available for purchase ahead of time and at the entrance driveways on Saturday April 23. There is a limited number available.

The Wellington County Museum & Archives is located on Wellington County Road 18, between Fergus and Elora.

For additional information, please do not hesitate to contact Beth Dyer at 519 846-0916, ext 5224 or Carrie Rys of the Elora Co-op Preschool at 519-8469333.

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Apr 22

Good Friday Service at Ebenezer United Church, 12274 Guelph Line, 905-854-2423 on at 10am. “We Remember Calvary” is a worship service designed to recreate the emotional and spiritual aspects of the passion story. Service is followed by Brunch and Fellowship: Adults $10, children 5-12 $5. All welcome. *** Annual Good Friday Breakfast, 8-10:30am at Eden Mills Presbyterian Church, 136 Barden St., Eden Mills. Adults $7.

Bake table. *** Good Friday Cantata at Grace Anglican Church, Arthur at 7:30pm. Performed by area choirs and directed by Derek Moore.

Free will offering. *** Easter Church Services, Arkell United Church, 600 Arkell Road: Good Friday, April 22, Worship and Communion. Sunrise Service, Sunday, April 24, meet at Starkey Hill Trail parking lot, Arkell Road, 7am, Pancake Breakfast, 8am, hall of Arkell United Church, Easter Service, 10am. *** Fish Fry. St. Joseph’s Parish. 4- 7pm. $8 a person. Fergus Legion, 500 Blair Street, Fergus. *** 10 am at Barrie Hill United Church, 5702 County Road 29, the combined United Church congregations of Barrie Hill, Speedside, Rockwood, and Stone will share a programme of music and speakers to commemorate Good Friday. All are welcome. *** Do ye ken…..the difference between an English Hot Cross Bun and a Scottish one? Come by Good Friday when we’ll be bakin’ the traditional Scottish favourite. It’s spicy and is decorated with a “kenspeckle cross of pastry on its glossy brown surface”. We’ll have samples and recipes fer ye. 1-4pm. McDougall Cottage, 89 Grand Ave. S., Cambridge. 519-624-8250.

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7pm, at the Elora Community Centre. Take-out available. Tickets available at Elora United Church, or 519-846-9451. Adults- $15, children under 12- $8(1/2 portion fish). *** Celebrate Earth Day the Library Way. Read about nature’s life cycles then do a take-home Earth Day activity. Suitable for all ages, parental assistance required. Drop in. Free. 10:30am 2:30pm Wellington County Library. *** Easter egg dyein’ and rollin’ fer the bairns. Come by and see how it was done in the auld country. From 1-4pm. Admission by donation, as always. McDougall Cottage, 89 Grand Ave. S. Cambridge. 519-624-8250.

Apr 24

Community Easter Egg Hunt at St. John’s Anglican Church, Rockwood. All are welcome Easter Sunday, hunt is on from 12-1pm. Please pre-register your child, call 519-856-9211, by April 16. *** Ebenezer United Church celebrates Easter Sunday, at 10:30am.

All welcome. *** St. John’s Community Church, Orton, Easter Service 9:30am, Speaker Gary Faris.

Apr 26

Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Guelph Horticultural General Meeting & Mini Show Dublin Street United Church 7:30pm. Basic Gardening Demonstration. Guest speaker: Rob Howard, “Nine Things I Learned from Other Gardens.” New members welcome.

Guests: $5. *** The Upper Grand Learning Foundation Fundraising Fair. 1 - 8pm at the Best Western Royal Brock in Guelph. Free admission.

“Locating Hidden Assets in your Community” and “Right”ing” a Donor Letter – the “Write” Way”. Everything your school, club, team, church etc. needs to know. Info: Rosemary Woods 519-843-3438. *** Maryborough Horticulture Society meeting 7:30pm. Optimist Hall. Sue Bauman: Slides of Australia. Mini Show: 1 Flowering Plant, 1 Foliage Plant.

Apr 27

Spring Card Party at the St. Clements Arena, 1 Green St., St. Clements. Doors open at 6pm, lunch served 6:30pm. Prizes, raffles. 50/50. Admission $5. Wheelchair accessible. *** Grand Valley and District Horticultural Society Meeting, Trinity United Church, Grand Valley at 7:30pm. Our topic is Organic and Heirloom Vegetable Gardening with Crystal and Kelly. Public are welcome to attend.

Apr 28

Euchre - St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest - 7:30pm. $2.50 includes light lunch and prizes. *** Chicken BBQ 4:30-7pm at the Maryborough Public School. Half Chicken Dinner $14, Quarter Chicken Dinner $10. Take-out only.

Tickets contact Donna at 519-638-5187. *** Fergus Legion Branch 275 Ladies Auxiliary Bingo. Weekly Grand Prize $500. Thursday Nights. 7pm. Everyone welcome.

Apr 29

Fish Fry by Howell’s. Alma Optimist Club, 5-7pm. Alma Community Hall, Tickets $12. Tickets at the door. *** Until May 1- Music and Art for Kids Education at Stone Road Mall, previewing more than 50 original pieces of art by local artists. Viewers can bid on artwork, and enter a contest to guess names of each piece, inspired by song titles. Auction continues online until June 1. For details call 519-767-1317. *** Euchre Card Party 7:30pm St. Teresa of Avila Church Hall. 19 Flamingo Drive, Elmira, $6. Cash prize, lunch. All welcome. *** Spring Tyme at Churchill Community Church. 4-8pm and Saturday, April 30, 7:30am - 1pm. Churchill Church is located at Erin Third Line and the Erin-Halton Townline. *** Chili Supper and Hootenanny, 5-7pm. Arkell United Church, 600 Arkell Road. Open Seating. Adults: $12, under 12 yrs: $6, under 6 yrs: free. Contact Pat Duffield, 519-821-9351, Glenna Smith 519-824-0217. *** Card Party. 7pm at Church of Our Lady (Basement Hall), 28 Norfolk St. Guelph. $3 to cover cost of lunch and prizes. *** Harriston Legion Branch #296 Dinner. 5-7pm .Tickets $12 Children under 12 $6 Preschoolers Free. Call 519-338-2843.

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Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, April 22, 2011 PAGE THREE

Love of horses drives teens to excellence

by David Meyer (cover photo of Molly Cudmore taken by Helen Michel)

FERGUS - They spend a lot of time at the horse barn, the arenas and rolling hills at Travis Hall Equestrian Centre just south of here.

Michelle Snetzko, 18, Hannah Picard, 17, Amelia Heaton-Smith, 17, and Molly Cudmore, 16, are chasing a dream - and they are mostly riding horses as they do it. The term “mostly” is apt because there are times at a full gallop that they suddenly leap from the horse’s back, run along side and then leap back on again. A few minutes later, they do the same stunt from the other side.

One misstep could turn that particular trick into a disaster, and the girls say it sometimes happens that way. When they log onto YouTube and dial in the words “international mounted games” they can show their friends videos of that feat - and at first it looks like the rider is suffering a serious fall.

“It shows what we do,” said Snetzko.

“It’s pretty cool,” added Cudmore.

Picard said, “I’m not falling off.”

They will be competing in Kentucky this fall, but next month, the foursome will be taking part in a Canada Mounted Games Competition where they hope to land a spot on Team Canada for the World Mounted Games Association competition that will be held later this year in Denmark.

They will be competing with riders in British Columbia and Alberta. A single judge will do all the tests to pick the team.

It is not farfetched, either, that one or more of them will make that team. Snetzko and Picard were recently chosen to compete in New Zealand - but were unable to attend.

The reason was the competition fell during Snetzko’s week of final exams. She is in her first year at college studying business and was unable to get away.

Her partner in the pairs division, Picard, said there was too much uncertainty about the

trip. First, the team was not firmly set, and there was also the expense, so she gave it a pass.

There will be no hesitation, though, about Denmark if they earn a spot on the team. That means some fundraising this summer if they are chosen. It will cost about $3,000 a person to attend. They will have to use horses provided by the host country, since shipping their ponies overseas is more expensive than their own trip.

The Canada Mounted Games Association is part of an international group that has its roots in 1957 and is connected to royalty. It is a branch of equestrian sport in which very fast races are performed by riders on well-trained ponies.

They require a high degree of athletic ability, good riding skills and hand-to-eye coordination, plus determination to see things through to the end no matter what.

As well as a competitive spirit, the games also require an ability to work with other riders and a willingness to help each other.

Cudmore said if a rider makes a single mistake, it usually relegates the team to a loss. Even if they miss part of a particular contest, they have to go back and complete it to get a single point. A disqualification gets them a zero.

What causes a disqualification? “Swearing,” said HeatonSmith. There are also other ways for a DQ, like failing to stay in the proper lane.

The Mounted Games were the inspiration of Prince Philip.

When Colonel Sir Mike Ansell was director of the Horse of the Year Show, Prince Philip asked if he could devise a competition for children who could not afford an expensive, well-bred pony, and in 1957 the Horse of the Year Show, in North London, England, staged the first Mounted Games championship for the Prince Philip Cup. It was an immediate box office success.

The Mounted Games, as they are known today, were

Pure pleasure - These four girls are vying for a spot on the national team to compete in Denmark later this year. They practice a great deal, but sometimes just heading for the hills is a great break. From left: Michelle Snetzko, Hannah Picard, Amelia Heaton-Smith and Molly Cudmore. photos by Helen Michel founded by Norman Patrick to extend the sport, previously age-restricted to Pony Clubs, for wider participation.

In 1984, he established the Mounted Games association of

not in at all times.”

The coach uses riders in events in which they are strongest.

And, as Snetzko noted, “You have a replacement rider

Ecstasy - Michelle Snetzko on Shania.

Great Britain. The sport has spread to over 20 countries.

The four local girls have been riding for years. Cudmore, Heaton-Smith and Picard all said, “Since I was 6.” Snetzko really can’t remember. She grew up at Travis Hall and has been riding all her life.

She remembers competing in Kentucky and Indiana when she was in grade 7 or 8.

There are several divisions a solo event, pairs and teams of five. In the latter, four members compete, with one replacement rider. Heaton-Smith noted, “You play to your strengths.”

Cudmore added, “It’s easier on the horse and rider. You’re

if someone gets hurt.”

There appears to be no rivalries between them, but there is plenty of good natured bantering. Cudmore and Heaton-Smith are a team against Snetzko and Picard.

When asked who will win in a head-to-head competition, there was a chorus of “Us.” Heaton-Smith said one good thing about the Mounted Games, as a rider, is, “You have to believe in yourself.”

There are about 20 different games to test the riders.

One consists of a rider carrying a short flag riding down the field at a full gallop to place it into the narrow opening of

a barrel or pylon, then riding back, picking up another flag on the way, and handing it off to a teammate. One slip and the clock is relentless.

Another is carrying a sword and, at a full gallop, grabbing small rings placed on stands along the field.

Real swords?

“They’re made of wood,” said Cudmore, with a touch of regret in her voice.

Snetzko added, “They break easily.”

Heaton-Smith added, “They also hurt when you get hit.”

She noted, though, “Safety is first.”

Snetzko said riders have the reins in hand at all times and even if they fall they can control the horse. There is even protocol set up in advance if a rider on the field falls.

Other games have tests for agility and to determine how the rider and pony will work together. One hearkens to medieval times, and includes wielding a lance. The rider has to aim at a metal plate that can be knocked down - if it is hit directly.

Snetzko said it is heavy, and directing it is not as easy as it might look. Still, when they are in the field practising, there are more hits than misses.

The Mounted Games used to have an age limit of 21, but that has now been extended to a veteran’s class.

Snetzko’s mom, Cindy Johnson, is the team’s coach, and she plans to take part in several events that are spread over the summer.

On May 22, there will be Mounted Games at the Grand River Raceway in Elora, in which and Johnson Ruth Cudmore (Molly’s mother) will be competing there as a team. In fact, Johnson is hoping to put a full five-rider team

together and is busy cajoling Heaton-Smith’s father, Colin Smith, and her mom, Diane Heaton, to join the group. Two other prospects are Tracey Robinson, whose daughter is learning vaulting at Travis Hall, and Cheryl Zdolski.

“They want to beat us,” said Snetzko, with a smile shared around the table by her friends.

When asked how they would do against their parents and their coach, the younger riders suggested they would handle them with ease, which left Johnson with a smile on her face and plans for big surprises. She hopes to compete in Denmark, too.

In the meantime, there is preparation, and not all of it is on a horse. Studies are important, and all competitors have to prove an average in school of over 70%, which all of them have.

They have little time for anything else.

“We’re usually practising every week,” said Cudmore, who noted there are also many horse competitions throughout the summer season.

Next month, a single judge will put the girls through their paces at Travis Hall. The tests will run from 9am to about 4pm - a long day.

Snetzko said people are more than welcome to come and watch, and said children in particular find the contests fun to watch. The event is free.

“We’re open to helping people learn,” she said.

Heaton-Smith added, “You’re never too old.”

Cudmore said, “You make a lot of friends.”

Anyone wanting to see the trials or the facilities can contact Travis Hall Equestrian Centre at 8159 Sideroad 30, phone 519-843-4293 or email travishall@exlorenet.ca.

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EQUINE

Ronniejo Hanover recovering well after dramatic rescue - by fire department

by Hilary Eastmure Retired racehorse Ronniejo Hanover made headlines this winter when she survived an icy plunge into an underground water tank.

The 25-year-old mare escaped from her paddock, broke through a plywood cover, and fell through a twoand-a-half foot square hole into icy water. Submerged up to her neck, only her head two front hooves and were sticking out.

Luckily, some creative Centre Wellington Township firefighters used rescue techniques usually reserved for saving people from Elora Gorge to lift Ronniejo to safety.

Steve and Mary Jane Skarda own the farm where Ronniejo has lived for the last year. They found her on that chilly January afternoon and witnessed her miraculous rescue. Steve Skarda said he thought it was hopeless at first, but he and Mary Jane were not about to let the horse suffer such a tragic end.

“For this to happen to this sweet old girl, I just didn’t want her to go that way,” recalled Mary Jane Skarda.

She stayed by the horse’s side for hours while the firefighters worked to free her.

When Ronniejo was finally carried to the barn, using a

front end loader, Mary Jane Skarda used hot towels and a hairdryer to warm up the mare as much as possible.

Unsure if she would recover, the Skardas were delighted when Ronniejo came back on her feet the next morning. She bounced back and has been enjoying life ever since.

Stuart and Pat Bolender, Ronniejo’s owners, were also elated that her ordeal had a happy ending.

They own Middlebrook Farm, where they raise and race Standardbreds. Their fondest memories of Ronniejo revolve around her gentle nature and her many talented babies.

“She is very sweet,” said Pat. “Most racehorses are, since they’ve had so much attention since they were born, but she was particularly friendly.

“My favourite memories of her are the colts that she had that went on to be quite successful,” said Stuart Bolender.

“She was the first broodmare I ever had, and she had such good offspring. She was a great contribution to the business.”

When the mare grew too old to breed, the Bolender’s wanted to find a good home where Ronniejo and her best friend, Westgate Dancer, could enjoy their retirement.

“They’re good to you - so

Enjoying retirement - Ronniejo Hanover, left, and Westgate Dancer enjoy a sunny spring morning on a farm near Elora. Earlier this year the retired Ronniejo Hanover had to be rescued by the fire department.

All in their later years of you try to be good to them,” idea, and welcomed Ronniejo ed them to go someplace where and Westgate Dancer to her they would be well looked life, they enjoy a peaceful lifesaid Stuart Bolender. style on the Skardas’ property.

“We talked to Mary Jane farm, which is just around the after,” she said.

The horses joined the Mary Jane Skarda said because she was looking for corner from the Bolender’s Skarda’s small herd, which Ronniejo seems to be coma couple horses,” said Pat farm.

“They’ve been here a little had already included a pletely over her accident and Bolender. “I said that I wanted to find a good home that is over a year. Stuart pays for Thoroughbred named Madison is enjoying simple pleasures of their hay, their blacksmithing, and two ponies named Jenny spending sunny spring days in close by so I can see them.” the paddock with her pals.

Mary Jane Skarda loved the and their vetting. He just want- and Bandit.

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, April 22, 2011 PAGE FIVE

EQUINE

Equine Guelph, 20 partners support youth safety workbook

by Henrietta Coole GUELPH - Equine Guelph, with the support of 20 industry partners from Canada and the United States, is launching a 20-page, bilingual, interactive workbook called Danger Detective on the Horse Farm, which teaches equine safety to youth through fun and engaging activities.

Horses continue to be the number one cause of agricultural animal injuries to youth; 67% of animal-related injuries to children (19 and under) are caused by horses.

through EquiMania (at CanAm and The Royal), federation exhibits at shows and events, industry retail locations, classrooms (in Alberta), and federation mailings.

The project was made possible by a significant funding contribution from CASA, a national non-profit organization dedicated to promoting health and safety on Canadian farms and ranches.

“CASA is pleased to support an initiative within this unique agricultural industry; one that is uniting to create

In addition, machine run-overs are the number one cause of fatal injuries to youth on farms according to the Canadian Agricultural Injury Reporting program. The combination of horses and equipment plus kids can add up to a disaster waiting to happen.

The way to keep children safe is through education, and Equine Guelph has rallied with the industry to present a project to help keep children safe.

Partners will be distributing 55,000 workbooks to kids aged 10 to 12 years, available

Ontario Equestrian Federation and Saskatchewan Horse Federation.

Equine Guelph is the horse owners’ and care givers’ Centre at the University of Guelph. It is a unique partnership dedicated to the health and well-being of horses, supported and overseen by equine industry groups. Equine Guelph is the epicentre for academia, industry and government – for the good of the equine industry as a whole. For further information, visit www.equineguelph.ca.

Equine Initiative), University of Kentucky HealthCare and Workplace Safety Prevention Services. All equine federations are on-board, including: Alberta Equestrian Federation, Alberta Farm Safety Centre, Equine Association of Yukon, Fédération équestre du Québec, Horse Council British Columbia, Island Horse Council, Manitoba Horse Council, New Brunswick Equestrian Federation, Newfoundland Equestrian Association, Nova Scotia Equestrian Federation

a strong partnership to keep its kids safe,” said Marcel Hacault, executive director of CASA. For more information on how to obtain a Danger Detective on the Horse Farm activity workbook, contact a provincial or territorial equine federation.

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New interactive learning tools will stress safety, health, welfare, and careers in the horse industry. Some of the topics youth will be able to discover online include caring for horses and functional anatomy.

Grand River Raceway’s manager Ted Clarke said, “The Grand River Agricultural Society has supported Equine Guelph and local 4-H for several years.

Both have unique strengths and this combined initiative

should make each program stronger while providing a great opportunity for both rural and urban youth to learn more about horses.”

Gayle Ecker, the Director of Equine Guelph, thanked the society for enabling the program to get off the ground.

“This is the start of a long term program that we believe will have a major impact on youth who are interested in educational opportunities and a future working with horses,” she said.

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EQUINE Improving air quality in older barns

by Maggie Horne DVM,DVSc Broker, Royal LePage Royal City Realty Many horse owners are faced with housing horses in older barns where poor air quality, dust, and high humidity may pose serious health concerns.

Are these horses automatically destined to develop Small Airway Inflammatory Disease (SAID) from their exposure to biological allergens found in their environment?

Absolutely not. By recognizing problem areas and taking proactive preventive measures, horse owners can ensure their horses receive adequate ventilation and air quality.

The air quality in a barn is dependent on adequate ventilation or air movement. During winter, the ventilation system must provide fresh air and remove respired moisture from the air in order to maintain a dry environment and prevent moisture condensation within the barn.

During the summer, barn ventilation functions to remove excess body heat generated from horses’ bodies and to keep the humidity level down, thereby minimizing barn “sweating” and the growth of moulds. As a rule of thumb, any building that houses livestock of any sort should have a minimum of eight to ten air exchanges per hour. In other words, all of the air in a barn should be replaced every six to eight minutes. The proper amount of air movement is two miles per hour; a small amount of airflow that feels like a very faint breeze. Older barns often do not have enough outer openings and their ceilings are too low, hence good air movement cannot occur. Another prob-

lem is most horse barns do not house enough animals. When a herd of cattle lives in a barn, there are a large number of animals generating heat. That creates hot air, which rises.

Cool air flows into the building to replace the rising warm air, thereby establishing an airflow pattern. That is known as the “stack effect.” When a barn contains one horse per 12- by 12-foot stall, there often is insufficient hot air to create that natural circulation of fresh air.

So what can be done to improve the air quality in older barns or in poorly constructed newer ones? The first problem is often ceiling height, or rather, a lack thereof. The typical 8- to 9-foot ceiling found in older barns is too low for horses. A 12-foot ceiling not only provides better clearance for horses’ heads, it also allows for better natural ventilation by contributing to the “stack effect.” A second problem is many horse owners equate their own comfort level with that of the horses, and hence believe a warm, airtight barn provides the best care for horses in the winter. The truth is horses are far better off being kept in an air temperature similar to that outside, provided that it is free from drafts and moisture.

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Such ventilation systems are routinely found in high density livestock barns, such as dairy, hog, and chicken barns, where the effects of poor air quality on animal health and productivity are well recognized. Those systems can be readily adapted for horse barn requirements.

A little common sense in basic animal husbandry goes

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Groom One program designed for newcomers seeking horse jobs Groom One is a unique program introducing students to employment in the horse industry by blending classroom experience, online learning, and a hands-on work placement.

Groom One is designed for newcomers to the horse industry who wish to become competent, employable grooms.

The Groom One certificate program has four parts. They can be taken as a group or individually.

Phase 1, 2, and 4 are handson at designated locations.

Phase 3 is an online course with additional CD resource materials used.

Employers are looking for safety skills and a good foundation of horse knowledge akin to those gained in Equine Guelph’s Groom One program.

Employers from the Quarter horse racing program actively participate as pathway mentors.

Groom One participants can also source their own employment options opening up opportunities tailored to their horse industry career aspirations in the discipline of their choice.

Industry professional Doug Nash said, “In my view, the Groom One program provides the basics for a solid

foundation in horse handling skills, nutrition, conformation, health and safety, the environment. It also passes on knowledge gained from the latest research and technology as it is applied daily in the horse industry, regardless of breed or discipline, therefore providing potential employers with skilled, knowledgeable people that would be an asset to any Equine operation.�

Those interested can launch their careers in the horse industry by attending Part One of the successful, flexible study program.

There are several phases offered at various times of the year.

Phase 1 is Orientation and it recommended.

It includes: - a 2-day orientation session highlighting: - safety; - horse handling; - daily routine; - horse health; - disease prevention; - first aid; - risk management; - licensing and employment issues.

The cost is $175.

Phase Two is work experience of six months. Students are assisted with finding entry level employment.

Phase Three is Groom One online - a computer based educational course. The CD based units are complemented by online discussions and presentations with industry mentors.

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Spring cleaning includes working with horses: some grooming tips

by Wendy Swackhamer The summer show circuit is just around the corner.

Hacking trails and outdoor rings will soon be dry and ready to ride. But spring also ushers in a mess no horse owner relishes: The shedding of the horse’s coat.

However, there are simple ways to help transform a horse from a hairy behemoth into a sleek beauty.

Before going to work beautifying the horse, gather all of the horse grooming supplies.

Keep in mind that for health reasons there is a need for a separate horse grooming kit for each animal - that will lessen the risk of spreading disease and infection.

It is also a good idea to keep all supplies in one location so that you’re not scouring the barn or stable in search of every tool (a tote can be quite helpful). Here is a list of grooming supplies that needed to groom a horse in the spring: - rubber currycomb; - metal shedding blade; - dandy brush; - body brush; - plastic comb; - detangler; - mane tamer; - soft face brush; - hoof pick with brush; and - hoof dressing When grooming a horse, one should always start at the top of its neck and work to its rear, then switch sides and repeat.

Make sure the horse or pony is safely tied, wearing an appropriate halter, and use quick-release snaps on crossties.

Start using the rubber curry.

It should be used in a circular motion, to loosen dirt that has settled under the horse’s hair.

Note: be very careful and gentle around bony areas of the horse’s body (such as its back or shoulders).

Do not use a rubber curry on the horse’s legs unless being extremely gentle.

Never use a curry or any stiff brush on the horse’s face; that could hurt it.

Next, use the metal shedding blade.

That tool does have teeth and can be sharp. Use that grooming tool only on meaty parts of the horse and always go gently in the direction of the hair growth.

It is a great tool to remove excess hair easily.

Next, use the dandy brush.

The motion for that brush is like the same motion one would use when sweeping a floor.

Flick the brush away from the coat so that the dirt comes off.

It is important to use that flicking motion, or the dirt will just get pushed back under the hair.

Then, use the body brush.

That body brush is meant to smooth down the hair and to get rid of any traces of left-over dirt after thoroughly using the Dandy Brush.

With the body brush, the groomer does not use a flicking motion; instead, use it flat over the horse’s coat to flatten the hair.

Next, on to the feet.

Use the hoof pick, scraping away from one’s body, as one would with a carrot peeler (for safety).

Muscara’s nice gesture benefits horse group’s education program

by Jackie Bellamy Joe Muscara Jr. believes in giving back to the grass roots of the horse industry.

For a second year, Muscara has donated a Mr. Big breeding to help raise funds for Equine Guelph’s education programs.

Those are the same programs that have helped him evaluate what works and what does not, on his successful journey into the Horse Racing Hall of Fame.

Muscara said of his recent experience seeing Equine Guelph’s introductory pathway to equine education, “I was fortunate to have spent a couple of hours at EquiMania at the World Equestrian Games in Lexington, Kentucky. I saw hundreds of kids come through and watched their eyes get bigger.”

He added, “They love horses and learning about horses.

Equine Guelph does a wonderful job giving children a chance to enjoy horses and all that they can do and I am glad that we could help out in some way.”

Cliff and Kathy Coonfer in Olds, Alberta won the breeding to Mr. Big with a winning bid of $5,700 in the stallion auction run by The Ontario Standardbred Adoption Society.

The OSAS raises money to assist in the placement of retired Standardbreds in the province, and it included that donated breeding in its auction.

In return Equine Guelph has provided an online course to be auctioned off at a coming OSAS golf tournament, continuing the sow the seeds of lifelong learning.

To donate to Equine Guelph’s education program or for more information on online courses, go to www.http:// www.equineguelph.ca/news/ index.php?content=284.

This year, there were a total of 17 breedings donated by breeding farms, plus one breeding that was donated to Equine Guelph.

The auction was on industry websites - Ontario Standardbred Adoption Society, The Harness Edge & Standardbred Canada.

The auction was available on line from Feb. 23 to 27.

The OSAS holds the online auction yearly and it is the second largest fundraiser for the society OSAS is a registered charitable organization founded in 1996. To date it has placed more than 600 horses. For more information on the program or to donate visit www.osas.ca.

Be sure to clean the hollow areas on both sides of the frog, and around the sole of the foot.

A hoof dressing might be applied at that time to help the hooves stay healthy.

Next, use the mane comb (or a human hair brush) to gently comb the horse’s mane.

Use the dandy brush to brush the horse’s tail.

Many people use the comb to brush their horses’ tails, but that can breaks the hairs more easily.

Owners who want their horses to grow long, flowing tails, should use the Dandy

brush instead.

Our personal preference is to apply a detangler product to help work through the mane and tail – it helps easy brushing now - and over time.

The last step is using the towel.

A plain towel or rag will do; just wipe it over the horse’s coat to bring out the shine.

Then the job is all done, but do not forget about those grooming tools.

Keeping that grooming kit clean is as important as keeping the horse clean.

In order to keep the horse

clean, keep the grooming kit clean too. Those who frequently use the curry to remove dust and dirt that might otherwise accumulate in the brushes, won’t have to clean the grooming tools that often.

To clean the brushes, fill a sizeable bucket or container with warm water and a mild soap. Do not use a harsh soap or detergent that might later irritate the horse’s skin. Use a natural soap that is free from dyes and scents. Soak brushes in the mixture until all dirt and build-up is removed or loosened. Then, rinse each brush

under clean water to remove leftover debris. Let the brushes dry bristle-side down on a flat surface.

If the brushes are wooden, take care not to completely submerge them in water or to leave them to soak for a prolonged period of time.

Spring is time that birds build nests; so it is nice to hang mane and tail hair on a fence post – it will make a feathered friend.

Wendy Swackhamer is the owner of Cottage Brooke Farm & Equine Education Centre in Orton.

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New paint material retards fast burning of wood to slow barn fires Greenwalk Solutions, an environmental product based company owned by Laurie Aditajs, in Rockwood, has just figured out how to “beat the heat.�

That company, in partnership with Cantech Canada Inc., of Oakville, is launching its BarnSafe™ line of fire protective coatings to the agricultural industry this spring. “Barn fires and the steps to take the proper prevention measures are too often overlookedâ€? said Aditajs.

As outlined on its website, The Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Rural Affairs states, “Over the past five years, barn fires and fires in large farm structures have become an increasing concern. The evolution towards large-scale farm operations has further heightened the need to address the problem of barn fires and fires

in large farm structures.�

Research shows the some of the main causes of barn fires are failing electrical wiring due to corrosion caused by moisture, lightning strikes, the storage of wet or damp hay, and the improper storage of combustible materials.

Owning her own horse farm Aditajs’ goal was to find a product that would act as a first line of defence in the case of a fire. “Smoke and fire alarms are a necessity in any structure,� said Aditajs. “But they will not stop or slow a barn fire down. Time is required to be able to get horses out of the barn, especially when there are many of them to evacuate. If you don’t have that gift of time - the consequences can, and in many cases are, absolutely devastating.�

Through her husband, John,

Aditajs learned of innovative technologies a Canadian company called CanTech Canada Inc. had developed, and immediately realized that was the answer the agriculture industry needed to assist with the issue of barn fires. She partnered with CanTech to target this issue, create, and had now launched that brand to the equine and agricultural market.

BarnSafe is a water based, non-toxic, VOC free coating available in either a stain or a solid coat. When applied to wood by a brush, roller, or spray it provides a protective yet decorative finish with many significant benefits.

First and foremost, BarnSafe provides fire protection. When applied to wood or foam insulation, the product will not allow flame spread or the build up of toxic smoke. In various tests, BarnSafe coated

to a wooden surface has held off fire for up to two hours of constant exposure. That is the advantage farm owners and fire fighters require to extinguish flames, save occupants, and, it is to be hoped, the entire structure. BarnSafe also waterproofs, preserves wood, and deters the corrosion of metals.

That is key because most agricultural buildings are constantly exposed to moisture.

Whether it is through the onset of rain or snow on the exterior, or moisture released from the animals occupying the barn, or the daily bathing and disinfecting of animals inside the facility, it is that exposure that can rot wood and corrode metal.

Applying BarnSafe will protect those substrates and can prevent the time and expense associated with that type of damage. Aditajs said. “Our BarnSafe Wood Guard Stain

does for wood what pressure treating does, but without the toxic effects.�

Last but not least, BarnSafe Wood Guard, the company’s stain product, has the ability to repel termites as well.

Aditajs said, “Certain areas of Wellington County are subject to termites. When those destructive little insects come in contact with our stain, they don’t like the taste and they tend to vacate the area.�

BarnSafe will work for new and existing structures. It should be applied to all frame and truss work as well as to all finished interior and exterior wood surfaces.

Being environmentally friendly, it will not affect horses or other livestock that tend to chew on wood. It is ideal for all wooden run-in sheds, garages, fence posts, and boards as well.

Aditajs also noted that ongoing meetings with insurance companies may lead to a future benefit in applying BarnSafe to agricultural structures in the possibility of reduced insurance premiums.

Aditajs also announced that Greenwalk Solutions is currently meeting with farm related retailers in hopes of listing the stockkeeping unit’s of this and the company’s other specialty brand product called TractorCoat™ . It is an earth friendly application for all metal surfaces such as tractors, farm implements, steel barn roofs, silo roofs, gates, horse stalls and more. Its colour scheme will match that of the popular tractor colours.

For more information, visit www.greenwalk.ca to see other “green� products available for the equine and agricultural market.

Government of Canada certifies Canadian Warmblood horse breed OTTAWA - The Canadian Warmblood Horse Breeders Association (CWHBA) has received approval of amended legal authorities that recognize the Warmblood horse as a distinct breed in Canada.

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EQUINE EquiMania: something to talk about at Can-Am LONDON - A crowd of nearly 20,000 gathered once again for the Can-Am All Breeds Equine Emporium here in March.

They come for entertainment (with a star-studded line up), clinics, shopping, and the visiting EquiMania attraction.

Returning fans were impressed with the fresh look of the displays. The pride Canadians feel for having the youth safety initiative featured was apparent from visitor comments. Kids were full of smiles as the volunteers, bearing red EquiMania shirts, filled their arms full of activities and important take home messages.

The newly launched Danger Detective on the Horse Farm book was a big hit, boasting 17 pages of games that make learning safety fun. Every visitor wanted one.

EquiMania thanks all the speakers who brought their expertise and gave presentations at EquiMania U: Gayle Ecker, Diane Gibbard, Jackie Bellamy, Dr. Scott Hie, Carrie Copely, Adam Harrison and the students from Kemptville and the University of Guelph.

True to the nature of the attraction, the talks were informative and interactive.

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Ecker said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Equine Guelph is dedicated to serving the horse industry by educating horse owners and paving the way for youth to enter into rewarding careers.â&#x20AC;?

Equine Guelph also congratulated winners of its three raffles: Sam Colyer of Branchton, Ontario, Grace Twiner and Elaine Miller of Dunnville, Ontario.

They won polos donated

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associated with those types of activities, can have a negative or positive effect on the health of the environment and its associated watershed.

The equine industry relies on local land and water resources in a watershed to operate its hobbies or businesses. Those resources are well protected by landowners who take action through positive stewardship. While the benefit of those activities ensures livestock health, it also creates a healthy network of wetlands, creeks, forests, and meadows found in watersheds.

What are those positive stewardship activities?

Those are simple steps taken by landowners to improve land management practices. A stewardship project, depending on the location and existing natural features

of a property or farm, could involve fencing off a local water course, providing alternative drinking water sources for livestock, employing good pasture management practices, storing manure properly at a safe distance from wells and creeks, and finally, planting native trees and shrubs along waterways and pastures to filter, recycle, and trap nutrients before they enter the water.

The benefits to a horse from those actions, as well as to the family and neighbours â&#x20AC;&#x153;down watershedâ&#x20AC;? of that land, are significant.

Stewardship projects typically require a small financial investment on the part of the landowner. Additional or matching funding and free technical expertise are available from a variety of local stewardship programs including Conservation Authorities.

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EquiMania and Equine Guelph has a full roster of events this summer and will appear next at the Everything Equine Expo in Uxbridge, May 14.

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More than most people think, when they look at the natural environment that hosts equine businesses in rural communities across Ontario.

One way to better understand that environment, which is made up of land and water resources, is to divide it into geographical units called watersheds.

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ENTERTAINMENT City to have five historic walking tours in 2011 It is just about time for the start of Guelph Arts Council’s annual walking tours.

The guided tours, offered on selected Sundays between April 24 and Oct. 16, trace Guelph’s heritage through its architecture, people, and stories that contribute to the city’s character.

There are usually six

walking tours, each of which explores a different area of Guelph. The five tours offered in 2011 are: Downtown Walkabout, which covers Guelph’s current downtown; The Slopes of the Speed, which explores the area of the Speed River where many of Guelph’s largest and most distinguished historic homes are located;

Altar and Hearth which covers the area west of downtown and includes several historic stone churches and many historic homes representing a variety of architectural styles; Brooklyn and the College Hill which focuses on one of Guelph’s early industrial sections on the south side of the Speed River, as well as the

area that developed around the Ontario Agricultural College; and Ward One Guelph, which covers the area southeast of the downtown, between the Speed and Eramosa Rivers, and features a diversity of historic architecture and the diversity of peoples who formed Guelph.

The tour, Where Guelph Began, which encircles the

Pottery classes will raise funds for Empty Bowls project Ever wanted to learn how to make pottery?

This spring Sensational Elora is holding pottery classes at the Elora Centre for the Arts in support of the Elora Empty Bowls project. People can play with some clay and get creative as they learn from potters in the Centre Wellington area.

The bowls made will be donated to the Empty Bowls project as soup bowls to be filled with soups made by local restaurants. Proceeds from that project will go to local hungerfighting organizations.

The class fee is $30 and classes run two consecutive

weekends. The first week students will learn basic pottery techniques and work with the clay to make bowls. The next week they will learn how to finish and to glaze their own bowls.

People can make as many as they like, choose one to take home them, and the rest will be donated to the Empty Bowls project. Last year the project raised over $17,500 for the Centre Wellington Food Bank, and helped establish a breakfast program at a local high school. Organizers are hoping to top that this year.

The class dates are April 30

and May 7 from 9am to noon.

Taught by a Pam Starratt from The Studio Elora, the first class will focus on basic pottery techniques. Learn hand building from slabs and have fun with stamping shapes and creating patterns in the clay.

Come back the following week to learn how use colourful glazes to add the finishing touch to the bowls.

There will be another set of classes on May 2 and June 4 at the same times.

Taught by Barry McCarthy, that class will show the basics of coil pot making. A unique potting process, students will

have the chance to let creative juices flow and try out a variety of techniques. They can then return the following week for a lesson in glazing and finishing their bowls.

There will also be a dropin pottery class during Doors Open Elora (June 25) or Art in the Yard (July 9 and 10 from 10am to 5pm). For a $5 suggested donation, play with clay and receive instruction in basic pottery techniques from local potters. All bowls made will be donated to the Empty Bowls project, and will be available to purchase for $25 if the student chooses.

Saugeen Artists Co-op showcase HARRISTON - From now to May 29, the Minto Heritage Gallery will be overflowing with an impressive variety of art work by the twelve members of the Saugeen Artist’s Co-op.

The co-operative was formed by a group of talented artists who devote their efforts to increasing awareness, appreciation and support of arts and culture in the Saugeen

Watershed.

“Our region covers all of the Saugeen watershed, but we also welcome artisans from outside this area as well,” said spokesman Kathie Wright.

She explained there are now 33 members of the co-op.

For this exhibition there will be works by Roben Nieuwland, Arend Nieuwland, Bev Morgan, Wright, Katherine Jarrett, Sandra Florence, Joyce

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All tours start at 2pm from different locations. They take about two hours to complete and cost $5 per person. Tour booklets, including the new Ward One Guelph booklet are

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Bach: St. John Passion at Centre In The Square Internationally renowned tenor Rufus Müller will perform the role of the Evangelist in J.S Bach’s powerful and moving St. John Passion in Kitchener on Good Friday, April 22.

This work, presented at Centre In The Square by the Grand Philharmonic Choir, is Bach’s most dramatic telling of the Passion story, said the choir’s artistic director and conductor, Mark Vuorinen.

It is a long-standing tradition for the choir to present a Bach masterwork on Good Friday as an opportunity for the audience to reflect on the story of Jesus Christ’s betrayal, arrest and crucifixion.

“The listener is immediately brought into the scene as the narrative unfolds through Bach’s eyes,” said Vuorinen. “The anguish of Peter’s denial is made visceral in Bach’s telling; the chorus takes on the shouts of the chief priests, Roman soldiers and the crowd.” But just as the choir plays the various roles of the Passion participants, it also steps back to offer what Vuorinen describes as “poetic reflection through the beautiful heritage of the German chorale.

“It is a profound juxtaposition to have the chorus filling both roles,” he said.

Müller has a stellar international reputation, both in opera

and oratorio. He was recently acclaimed by the New York Times as “easily the best tenor I have ever heard in a live Messiah.” Müller also gave the world premiere of Jonathan Miller’s production of the St. Matthew Passion, which was also recorded and broadcast on BBC TV. His unique dramatic portrayal of the role of the Evangelist, who is the narrator in both the Bach St. Matthew Passion and the St. John Passion, has made him one of the world’s most sought-after performers.

Müller and the choir will be joined by the KitchenerWaterloo Symphony and soloists: Agnes Zsigovics, soprano; Vicki St. Pierre, mezzo-soprano; James McLennan, tenor; Nathaniel Watson, baritone and the role of Jesus; and Daniel Lichti, bass-baritone and the role of Pilate.

The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available from the Centre box office, 519-578-1570 or www.centresquare.com. Prices range from $20 to $65 for adults, with discounts for seniors, children, under-30s, and as low as $5 for high school students. For more information, contact Mark Vuorinen, Grand Philharmonic Choir artistic director and conductor markvuorinen@ grandphilchoir.com or (416)906-2785 (cell)

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ENTERTAINMENT Tim McGraw, Shania Twain tribute at theatre on April 30 DRAYTON - Friends of the Drayton Festival Theatre and the Mapleton Arena Xpansion committee are presenting a live concert tribute to two of country music’s greatest contemporary artists: Tim McGraw and Shania Twain.

James Downham and Shanya Lynn Dawson star in The Tim McGraw and Shania Twain Tribute show, which comes to the Drayton theatre for an exclusive engagement with two performances only April 30 at 2 and 8pm.

“Country music is con-

stantly growing in popularity,” said event organizer Ron Ellis.

“And with well established artists like Tim McGraw and Shania Twain leading the pack, it’s easy to understand the ongoing appeal of this music genre.”

The presentation caters to music lovers of all ages, featuring many of McGraw’s greatest hits, including, Live Like You Were Dying, Real Good Man, My Next 30 Years, and many more - performed by James Downham as McGraw and backed by a top-notch live

band.

Dawson takes to the stage as Shania Twain, to perform songs such as Come on Over, You’re Still the One, Man I Feel Like a Woman, and many more.

McGraw has sold over 40 million units and dominated the charts with 32 number one singles.

He was the most-played artist of the past decade in any genre of music.

Southern Voice, his most recent studio album, debuted at number one on Billboard’s

Top Country Albums chart, and the title track hit No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Songs chart.

His Southern Voice tour was the top country music tour of 2010. McGraw has won three Grammy awards, 14 Academy of Country Music awards, 11 Country Music Association awards, 10 American Music awards, three People’s Choice awards, and numerous other awards.

Twain’s remarkable music career began in the early 1990s. In 1995, Twain’s sec-

ond album The Woman in Me won a Grammy for country album of the year and was named album of the year by the Academy of Country Music in 1995.

Twain has won a total of five Grammies, including two for best country song (Come on Over and You’re Still the One) and two for best country female vocal performance (Man I Feel Like a Woman and You’re Still the One).

She also has taken home trophies from the Canadian Country Music awards,

Canada’s Juno awards and the American Music awards. In 1999, Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) named Twain country songwriter of the year and pop songwriter of the year.

Tickets for the McGraw and Twain Tribute Concert are $25, with all proceeds going directly to aid with beautification projects at the Drayton Festival Theatre and the Mapleton Arena Xpansion.

Order tickets by calling the Drayton Festival Theatre Box Office at 519-638-5555 or toll free 1-855-drayton (372-9866).

Award winning Hairspray coming to St. Jacobs Country Playhouse WATERLOO – Get ready for something really big with Hairspray, Broadway’s musical-comedy phenomenon that inspired a major motion picture and won eight Tony awards, including Best Musical.

The production is set for the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse for a four-week run, from May 11 through June 4.

Featuring such songs as Good Morning, Baltimore, Mama, I’m a Big Girl Now and You Can’t Stop the Beat, the production aims to have

audiences dancing in their seats from start to finish.

Take a step back in time to 1962 … the ’50s are out and change is in the air. Baltimore’s Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart, has only one passion – to dance. When she wins a coveted spot on a popular television dance program, she is transformed overnight from being a social outcast to an irrepressible teen celebrity.

But can the loveable plussize trendsetter vanquish the

program’s reigning princess, win the heart of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a television show, all without denting her ‘do’?

“We are extremely excited to bring this dazzling musical to our audiences in St. Jacobs,” said artistic director of Drayton Entertainment Alex Mustakas.

“Its global success is testament to the level of entertainment that you can expect from this show. Hairspray has something for everyone – its overthe-top characters, outrageous

costumes and infectious music are simply irresistible.”

Stephanie Pitsiladis will take on the lead role of heroine Tracy Turnblad. Pitsiladis, who was the first Canadian ever to perform the role, also recently played the Baltimore songstress for the Charlottetown Festival’s production last fall.

“Stephanie is a wonderful performer with just the right qualities for this iconic part,” said Mustakas. “She has a great big voice and the personality to match.”

Other members of the cast include Ian Deakin as Tracy’s full-figured mother, Edna Turnblad, and Larry Mannell as her quirky father. Laura Mae Nason is Amber Von Tussle, the self-absorbed princess of The Corny Collins Show and David Cotton, whom audiences will recognize from Drayton Entertainment’s production of High School Musical, is teenage heartthrob Link Larkin.

Perennial audience favourite Keith Savage is also part of Hairspray’s stellar ensemble.

Hairspray is directed by Mustakas and he is joined music director Elizabeth Baird and choreographer Gino Berti.

Tickets are selling fast with some performances already sold out. Theatregoers are encouraged to call the box office as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Tickets can be purchased in person at St. Jacobs Country Playhouse, online at www.draytonentertainment.com or by calling (519) 747-7788 or toll free at 1-855-drayton (372-9866).

Big Brothers Big Sisters Lorne Elliott coming Review: Student looks at a play about bullying to Century Church Theatre holding golf tourney and awards night

by Brooke Adsett FERGUS - On April 7, Victoria Terrace Public School was fortunate enough to go to a Grand Theatre production titled Bully Me. Bully Me was a great theatre production about these two sisters named Brooke and Kayla, whose father passed away and that led to them moving several times and changing schools each time.

Both of the sisters had different opinions on going to the next new school. Brooke thought it would be a great opportunity, and Kayla could argue that statement.

After being bullied for so long, a grade 8 student decided she would play a role in being the school’s new bully. When

the grade 8 students found out there were two new students coming, from Gossiping Gabby, she decided they would be an easy one to pick on and bully.

When the grade 8 bully pushed Kayla to the ground.

She got a bump on her head and turned into a bully and stood up for herself.

Finally, she tripped over Gossiping Gabby’s shoe, banged her head, and got all the badness knocked out of her.

Then everyone all became best friends and there was no more bullying. The big lesson learned was for everyone to get along! Also, No bullying.

Brooke Adsett is age 11.

This is her first article for The Wellington Advertiser.

HILLSBURGH - Lorne Elliott, considered by some as Canada’s funniest man, comes to Century Church Theatre here for one show only on April 30 at 8pm.

Canadian born, Elliott has performed from Newfoundland to New York City, Los Angeles to Australia and points in between. He started performing in 1974 as a folk musician in East Coast Canada. At the same time, he kept writing fiction as well as songs, monologues, and one-liners.

The outcome of such training is a show of comedy and music, totally original, entertaining, uplifting, and foolish enough to make everyone laugh. Along with his unique and wacky performance style, it is the timelessness of his

As a follow-up to our very successful Bowl for Kids’ Sake campaign in February, bowlers who brought in pledges of $100 or more arre invited to the annual awards night on April 28 at 7pm at the Elora Legion.

Prizes and challenge plaques will be awarded.

The annual general meeting of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington will be on May 4 at the Elora Legion.

Volunteers, board members, staff, and the public are invited to attend.

A social gathering will begin at 6:30pm followed by the meeting at 7pm.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington will be holding its Big Swings for Littles Golf Tournament at the Ariss Valley Golf and Country Club on June 4.

Registration begins at 1pm with tee offs at 1:30pm. Picnic lunches will be provided and a buffet dinner (steak and chicken) will be served after golf.

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He has performed his oneman show in theatres, universities, and clubs. He opened concerts for Rodney Dangerfield in New York City, and Jay Leno in Montreal. He has made regular appearances at the Montreal Just for Laughs Festival since it started in 1986, and each time his segments were selected for TV specials.

In Canada and the U.S. he has appeared on numerous talk shows and variety shows.

Many will probably remember him best for his CBC TV special Madly Off In All Directions.

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The OMAFRA Report 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 IT’S COLT’S-FOOT TIME AGAIN! – by John C. Benham, Weed Inspector As soon as the snow goes - beware those bright yellow flowers are appearing now! Many times they are confused with dandelions. Remember the dandelion has a smooth flower stem and the Colt’s-Foot flower stem has scales. Very few leaves will be present at flowering time. Make note of the location so it can be destroyed later in the season. Do whatever is necessary to eliminate the flower heads before they set seed.

I am told each flower head will contain about 3,500 seeds similar in structure to a dandelion. They are distributed far and wide by the wind. If the seed lands on bare soil it will establish itself and become extremely competitive smothering out all competing crops with its dense canopy of leaves. Its underground creeping root system rapidly expands the patch.

I have seen Colt’s-Foot leaves up to 14” across appear in late June to early July that are very effective in smothering all the neighbouring plants. Roundup is most effective in controlling this noxious weed when applied in late July and August when the plant is storing root reserves for next year. Check the patch later since often there will be leaves under the canopy that do not receive the spray. After all the living plants are destroyed recheck the spot since it is an inviting spot for new seedlings.

Keep in mind that Colt’s-foot is a noxious weed under the Weed Act and must be destroyed. Be sure to meet the requirements of the Cosmetic Pesticide Act. I can assure you that if you choose to ignore this plant, it will never diminish or leave on

its own accord. Check out those early yellow flowers and take appropriate action!

NEW MINISTER’S AWARD FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE The Ontario Ministry of Environment is recognizing local green achievement, leadership and innovation with the launch of the new Minister’s Award for Environmental Excellence.

The award program recognizes outstanding achievement by Ontario companies, organizations and individuals. Applicants must demonstrate how their activities benefit the environment or foster environmental behaviour change. For 2011, awards are focused on water and toxics reduction. However, the ministry will also consider applications of environmental excellence in other areas.

Applications will be accepted until May 6. Help us spread the word by sharing this information with your clients and stakeholders. Please encourage them to apply or nominate a friend, community member or business in recognition of their efforts to help protect and conserve our environment.

Examples of these efforts might include: 1. Environmental achievement through community or stakeholder involvement or collaboration 2. Direct environmental / human health benefits (e.g. reductions in releases, pollutants, protection of drinking water) 3. Stewardship, sustainability principles or pollution prevention initiatives 4. Education, outreach and behaviour change initiatives Learn more…for the application criteria and program details visit the Minister’s Award for Environmental Excellence website at: http://www.ene.gov.on.ca/environment/en/about/MAFEE/ index.htm.

GROWING YOUR FARM PROFITS – by John C. Benham The next GYFP workshop will be held in the Elora OMAFRA meeting room on Friday, June 17 to be completed Friday, June 24 at 9:30am to 3pm. This workshop is almost full to capacity so

don’t delay to sign up. Call John at 519-846-3394.

On Friday, Sept. 9 the next GYFP workshop will be held and Friday, Sept. 16 will be the completion date. This workshop will be held in the Elora OMAFRA meeting room. The GYFP workshops will give you the tools needed to assess your farm business and make plans for the future success of the farm business.

ENVIRONMENTAL FARM PLAN – by John C. Benham The next EFP workshop will be held on Wednesday, May 11 and will be completed Wednesday, May 18 at 10am to 3pm in the Elora OMAFRA meeting room. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. There are a few spaces still available but don’t delay if you need the workshop to qualify for Cost Share Financial Assistance. Call John at 519-846-3394 to sign up or for more information.

COMING EVENTS: April 26 -The Eramosa 4-H Dairy Club will be holding their first meeting of the year at Walkerbrae Farms located at 7041 Wellington Road 30, Guelph at 7:30 p.m. We would like to welcome any new members to the club as the 4-H age is now from 9-21 as of Jan. 1, 2011. For more information, contact Jason French at 519-846-1383 or Alison West at 519-942-4854.

April 26- Wellington County Farm Safety regular meeting at Husky Farm Equipment, Alma at 8pm sharp. For more information, call Walter Grose at 519-846-5329.

April 27- Grower Pesticide Safety Course, Elora. Course starts at 8:45am and Separate Exam at 2:30pm. To register, call Ontario Pesticide Education Program at 1-800-652-8573.

May 3- Wellington Federation of Agriculture monthly board meeting, at OMAFRA Boardroom, 6484 Cty. Rd. #7, Elora. For information contact secretary, Lisa Hern at 519-848-3774, or email: jplh@golden.net.

May 5- Waterloo Federation of Agriculture monthly board meeting, at the St. Agatha Community Center. For information contact secretary, Richard Cressman at 519-662-2790 or email: rcresman@sentex.net.

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The first step is to commit to transfer payments that will enable predictable and bankable programs in each province for our farmers to insure against market fluctuation. Just last month Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada released three reports about the future of Canada’s agriculture sector.

The reports gave glowing reviews of net farm incomes projected for 2010. However, those numbers were much higher than AAFC had previously predicted; a previous AAFC report on the Ontario Net Farm Income for 2010 predicted a devastating loss of $500-million. It clearly points to the extreme unpredictability and volatility our industry faces each day.

Agriculture is one of few industries that cannot ade-

quately mitigate its risks. Our success hinges on many external pressures: increased fuel costs will increase our production costs; extreme weather patterns can impact our yields; our commodities are at the mercy of market fluctuations; and the list goes on and on.

We fought hard to advocate for change at the provincial level and are proud to say that it worked.

Earlier this month, the Ontario government tabled its annual budget and announced full support for permanent risk management programs to safeguard our farmers from these unmanageable risks. But that will only cover 40% of the public cost for adequate programs, and without support at the federal level, the remaining burden is left for farmers. That is not acceptable. Agriculture is a federal and provincial responsibility – farmers are in, and the province is in; now it’s the federal government’s turn to act.

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We cannot do it alone. We urge you – Ontario’s farm families – to make our vote count in this federal election to ensure that agriculture concerns are top of mind. Be sure to visit www.farmersmatter.ca/ petition to pledge your commitment to making farming and food production a key electoral issue in this year’s federal election.

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Ontario rabbit breeders work to develop production cost benchmark

GUELPH - The Ontario rabbit industry is hopping.

More and more people are choosing that low-fat, highprotein meat as a part of their diet, yet rabbit producers are increasingly challenged with low profit margins.

Since the industry is relatively new to North America (long established in Europe), rabbit growers have few Ontario-based resources available to them, including an accurate cost of production model.

Few breeders understand what their actual costs are per

head, limiting their ability to benchmark themselves against other breeders and, without relevant data, the whole industry cannot move forward.

With that in mind, and funding from the Agricultural Management Institute (AMI), in the fall of 2010 Ontario Rabbit launched a Cost of Production course. Designed for breeders who are already established and experienced in the business, the program aims to help growers to not only establish but also to lower their individual cost of production, ultimately improving their

gross margin.

Ken McCormack, policy and projects manager for the Ontario Livestock Alliance, which represents Ontario veal, goat, and rabbit breeders, describes the course as a How to Do Better program.

“We’re looking to help established rabbit growers define their costs, realize opportunities for savings, and ultimately make their operations more efficient,” he said.

“We can also keep them informed about the newest and best management practices available.”

The program is designed in a series of six modules, held monthly. Each module is set up with expert guest speakers in various areas of production.

Presentations cover topics such as best management practices, farm tax tips, nutrition and health, reproduction, biosecurity and disease control, marketing, and cost of production.

Participants are given worksheets at the end of each module, which requires them to evaluate their own management practices. Eventually, by breaking out their own costs, they will determine their cost

of production per head. In addition, Ontario Rabbit gets current data, a necessity for any growing organization.

McCormack is pleased with registrations and feedback. Approximately 30 growers have enrolled for the sixmonth program. “If demand exists, we can look at running the program again, since we’ll already have developed the resources. We may even look to offer it on-line eventually, so that rabbit breeders in other regions can access our information. The completion of a comprehensive cost of

production model, which will also result from this project, is of great benefit to the whole industry. We will have relevant data for our breeders to benchmark against.”

For more information on that and other AMI projects, visit www.takeanewapproach.ca. AMI champions farm business management by stimulating ideas and funding projects that strive to increase awareness, understanding, and adoption of management best practices which will enable Ontario farmers to meet their goals.

Biotechnology will remain an ongoing discussion for farmers

by John Clement The Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario has had a number of long, focused conversations about the role of genetically modified organisms in agriculture.

It’s a lightning rod of an issue, with most people either being for or against the use of the technology. Few seem to be comfortable being somewhere in the middle.

And yet that middle ground is precisely where many CFFO members find themselves feeling most comfortable. Our members started their conversation in 1995 with a seminar series, continued it in 1999 with a position statement and

revisited it again just last month at a meeting of delegates. The main discussion points that showed up were how to blend farmer’s natural entrepreneurial tendencies with a stewardship ethic that takes creation care seriously.

In 1995, the CFFO hosted 18 seminars across the province with a focus on exploring the potential benefits and drawbacks of biotechnology. The impact on the family farm’s viability and the ability to control or regulate biotechnology’s development and impact, along with spiritual and ethical questions about the limits of human activity and crossing species distinctions,

were the most important concerns. Yet many also recognized the potential benefits of biotechnology for themselves and society generally, particularly in less controversial areas.

The bottom line message from the participants in that seminar series was “proceed if you must, but with caution.”

In 1999, CFFO members progressed the discussion by adopting a position statement that carried “proceed, but with much more caution” in the title. That position statement carried important components on stewardship, along with an analysis about the benefits and cautions regarding the use of biotechnology. It called

for separation and identification of GMO foods throughout the food chain, as well as mandatory labeling and a call for farmers to exercise caution in the use of biotechnology. The statement said, “We expect this new production and management tool will create a flood of new opportunities and challenges. They will also challenge our stewardship of God’s creation. New patterns for stewardship will need to emerge.”

Our members opened up the discussion again at a recent meeting of CFFO delegates from across the province. After reviewing our past statements, members again expressed their

Crop Smart Talks - Perth Production Day

Farmers crowded into the Palmerston Legion Wednesday recently for the annual Perth Production Day, hosted by the Perth County Soil and Crop Improvement Association.

Greg Stewart, OMAFRA Corn Specialist, started the day by discussing nitrogen management for corn. Stewart compared several application methods, but stressed that a spring application of nitrogen that is incorporated into the soil will maximize the amount of nitrogen available for the corn crop.

A presentation on Cruiser Maxx and Proseed seed treatments for cereals, presented

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Cruiser Maxx with Proseed seems to increase plant vigour while limiting seed borne fusarium diebacks. In a stressful year this can significantly increase spring cereal yields.

Ian McDonald of OMAFRA introduced smartphones, such as the Blackberry or iphone.

Despite the potential of carrying an “office in your pocket”, very few farmers are currently using smartphones. McDonald demonstrated the ease of quickly identifying unknown weed species, checking the price of corn at your local elevator or geotaging locations of broken tile drains.

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Wheat Specialist, Horst Bohner, OMAFRA Soybean Specialist and Rob Templeman of the Huron Research Station were dubbed ‘The Three Smarts’, and led a feisty open question period.

Topics ranged from planting densities to the theoretical benefits of corn fungicides.

Crop marketing, presented by Richard Vyn from Ridgetown College finished the day.

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The Perth County Soil and Crop Improvement Association is part of the Heartland Soil and Crop Improvement Association, which includes Perth, Huron, Waterloo and Wellington counties.

Heartland is part of the larger umbrella of the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA).

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satisfaction with the stand the organization has taken in the recent past. But I’m guessing that the conversation is far from over and will continue to pop up on a regular basis in the coming years.

A statement from a report on the 1995 seminar series says it best: “In the end, strong principles, a limited sense of control, a society with an often contrary agenda, combined with a desire to succeed and participate, appears to lead to a cautious acceptance of bio-

technology’s basic direction.

In practice, farmers are prepared to examine its products on a case-by-case basis. Yet, this mixture of ambivalence and conviction may prove to be a volatile one. Virtually any response to particular applications of biotechnology is possible - depending on the issues that surround its production and use.”

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Who is checking whom? - Kaitlyn Hodgkiss, 9, of St. Mary Separate School in Elora, met a holstein calf at the Pizza Perfect event at the Grand River Raceway on March 24. She was there to learn how products grown on the farm end up being part of the favourite food of many - pizza.

Protecting the plants - Gabe Valedis, 9, of Fergus, used care walking around so many students at the annual Pizza Perfect event at the Grand River Raceway. Valedis, from James McQueen Public School, was transporting newly started tomato plants. photos by David Meyer

Poor weather prevented half of students from being at pizza perfect event

by David Meyer ELORA - It is a safe bet that winter storm on March 23 had a number of grade 3 students from Wellington and Waterloo more than a little irked.

When officials had to cancel school buses, half of the annual Pizza Perfect event for the Upper Grand and Wellington Catholic School Boards had to be cancelled, too.

But the over-400 students who attended the event at the Grand River Raceway on March 24 had a blast.

Kids pressed their noses to the windows to see a sow suckling what appeared to be a dozen baby pigs. Then the kids planted their own tomatoes. They learned that material from pigs is used in jello and in toothpaste. They had a chance to pet a cow, and learned how grains can not only make

bread, but also the crust of the pizza that they all seem to love.

The event is an annual one, and Grand River Agricultural Society representative Dorothy Key said usually the society has over 800 students over the two days. Unfortunately, the raceway has other bookings, so there is no rain date for those who missed on the storm day.

She noted that day there were 70 parent volunteers and another 60 volunteers who were running over two dozen learning stations. She said they included society members, and commodity group members such as the Cattlemen’s Association, Pork Producers and Dairy Farmers of Ontario.

Other volunteers included current Wellington County Queen of the Furrow Cassandra Chornoboy, of Rockwood, and retired teachers who took a day

to return and see new students.

Centre Wellington Township was also on hand to highlight its water education station.

The idea behind Pizza Perfect to explain to kids about farms and farm products through one of their favourite foods.

In building a pizza from scratch, farmers produce grains for the crust, tomatoes for the sauce, plus have to raise beef and pork for the sausages, and grow herbs and vegetables for other toppings.

By the time the kids have visited the stations, been introduced to piglets, seen a model of a cow’s stomach and learn where the cheese comes from, they begin to understand all the ingredients that go into making something as simple as a slice of pizza.

The two school boards also managed to get another learning endeavour connected with the event.

Students from Upper Grand and Wellington Catholic boards’ secondary schools participated in the 2011 Regional Technological Skills Competitions that ran between March 24 and March 31 at various sites around the district.

More than 165 students from the two boards entered 35 different competitions in areas as diverse as baking to precision machining, hairstyling to cabinet making. The program is coordinated though the boards’ Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP), which prepares students for further education and careers in the skilled trades.

There were at least 11 events such as Robotics with

team of four. Those teams go on directly to the provincial competitions.

The award ceremony for the competitions was set for March 31 at John F. Ross Collegiate and Vocational Institute in Guelph at 3pm.

Nearly a dozen students attended Pizza Perfect with cameras, for the photography competition.

Kortney Moore, of Erin District High School, was having a great time taking pictures of students’ faces. She said the best expressions seemed to come from kids trying to be farmers - by chewing straw.

The other good expressions came “when they tried to plant their tomatoes.”

Moore soon headed to another building, where her photos would be downloaded into a computer. From there,

she would use Photoshop to higlight them, then print them and enter the photography contest.

Erin Teacher Mark Filion said the skills competition was a good way for students to try a skill while still in high school to see if that might be where a job lies.

Moore, though, said she simply enjoys photography as a hobby. She added that she was having a great time at Pizza Perfect.

In the Ontario Technological Skills Competitions, winning students from Upper Grand and Wellington Catholic schools will compete with more than 1,800 elementary, secondary and post-secondary students from across the province. That competition will be held May 2 through 4 at RIM Park in Waterloo.

Eramosa 4-H Beef club wraps up ... and re-starts The Eramosa 4-H Beef Club recently wrapped up its 4-H year with an annual awards night at Husky Farm Equipment in Alma.

The evening started with a roast beef potluck supper for the members, families, and sponsors followed by speaker, Gwen Paddock, from Royal

Bank Canada, who spoke of her 4-H experience and how it impacted her career decision.

The highlight of the evening was the awards.

Jason Schill, of Wallenstein, was awarded top member. The club had five new members who each received a new halter from the club; Ed Metzger,

Jack Hattle, Mack Lougheed, Cole Hannam, and Cole Bessey.

Club members enjoyed an exciting and educating year of fun and while learning about today’s beef industry.

Special thanks to our awards night sponsors: - Daco Animal Nutrition;

- Allan Wallace; - McArthur Bessey Auction; - Dr. Ken Bateman; - Sharpe’s Farm Supply; - George Leslie Family; Swanston Farm Equipment: Connect Equipment; and - Royal Bank of Canada, Elmira The first meeting of the new 4-H beef club was held April 20 at the Wallace Farm, Elora.

For more information contact: Allan Wallace 519-8469712 or Scott Bessey 519-8435083.

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FROM PAGE TWO

Apr 30

Just for Women, Just for Fun day-long fundraiser for BBBS. Workshops, refreshments, lunch, raffles, silent auction. 519-3234273. *** Giant Garage Sale - sponsored by IODE-Royal Wyndham Chapter. 8am - 12pm, 185 Janefield Ave, Guelph. All proceeds to charities. *** Rockwood United Church, Country Breakfast - 8- 11am. Pay at the door - Adults $7. Children 5-11 $5. Family Deal $20 (2 adults and 2 or more children). *** Grand Valley Agricultural Society Dinner and Show with tribute to Elton John and Billy Joel featuring Jeff Brewer. $30pp. For tickets 519-928-5754. *** Fergus first annual mom to mom sale at Marantha Christian School. 8 -12pm. $1 admission fee. To rent a table for $20 please contact Nicoline Pieffers at 519-787-0506. *** Arthur Legion Karaoke. 8:30pm. *** Spring Fling and Rummage Sale. 9-4pm. At the Elora Legion, 110 Metcalfe St. Elora. Free admission. Toonie Barbecue lunch 11am -1pm. *** Roast Beef dinner 5-7pm. Knox Elora Presbyterian Church.

Tickets adult $12, 8 & under $6. Call 519-846-0680 for tickets. *** 2nd Annual Avery’s Bravery Race at 10am at the Rockwood Conservation. 2km walk & 5km run. All proceeds to Sick Kids Hospital. Free kids activities & 100 metre dash. More info. at www.averysbraveryrace.com. *** Dance in the New Alma Community Hall. 8pm-12am. With Country Versatiles. $10. *** Annual 4-H and Community Old Tyme Dance featuring the Puslinch country Squires and square dance caller, Jack Irwin at the Rockton Fair Grounds, Old Hwy 8, 7:30pm. Please bring finger food for a pot-luck lunch to be served at 10pm. Admission is $8; children 9 years and under are free. For more information call 519-623-0219. *** Aberfoyle Junction Model Railway Spring Show. 10-4:30.

Admission: Adults $8, children $5, seniors $6. Hwy 401, Exit at #299 (N. to Guelph). Located on old #6 Hwy, south of Aberfoyle.

Watch for signs. Call 519-836-2720 for more info. *** K of C Ham Roll. Bridgeport Rod and Gun Club, 1229 Beitz Rd. RR1 Breslau. (519-648-2633). 7:30pm. Evening of chances. Call Mike 519-648-3394. *** Clothing drive at Salem Public School. 11am - 3pm. All clothing collected will go to the Canadian Diabetes Association as part of a school fundraiser for annual playground maintenance. *** Please come to the car wash & bake sale at Salem Public School as a fundraiser for our grade 6 class trip. 11am - 1pm. *** Doors Open Guelph - Guelph’s finest buildings open their doors for free public tours 10am- 4 pm. Information 519-836-3280. *** Multiple Births Guelph-Wellington (Twins Club) “We’ve Outgrown it Sale!” 10am – 1pm. Three Willows United Church, 577 Willow Rd. Guelph. Admission; Charitable Donation. Cash Sales only. Huge selection of gently used clothes (size 0 - 16), toys, equipment and maternity items. Everyone Welcome. For more details contact Shawna at 519-829-5337. *** Tim McGraw and Shania Twain Tribute Concert 2pm and 8pm.

A Tribute to two of the biggest stars in country music. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington St., Drayton Ticket Prices: $25.

Tel: 519-638-5555 or Toll Free: 1-855-drayton (372-9866).

May 1

Centre Wellington Rotary Club presents their 6th Annual Grand Taste. Sample the culinary delights from the local restaurants, from 12-4pm at the Grand River Raceway (upper level), Elora.

Tickets - $30 per person, at Scotiabank in Fergus, and Uptown Café in Elora. Proceeds to the Groves Hospital Foundation CT Plus Campaign. *** Discovering the Barns of Erin Township. Century Church Theatre, Hillsburgh, 2-4pm. June and Craig Switzer and their 4-H Club Members showcase the classic barns in Erin. Please call 519787-7069 for more info. *** Centre Wellington Singers “ Family, Folk and Fun” concert with Nonie Crete, 3:30pm. Melville United Church, Fergus. Tickets $12 adults, $5 children 12 and under.

From members, at door or reserve at 519-843-2935. *** Guelph Model Railroad Society Spring Show. 10am-5pm. 50 Crimea St. Guelph. Admission $5 for adults, kids under 12 are free. Call 519-856-4983 for more info. *** Hike the Trail Series 2011, 10am “Welcome Spring” Hike begins at the Gerrie Road Entrance, Elora. For more information call

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*** Euchre party at Sacred Heart Church, Kenilworth at 8pm.

Admission: by donation only, with proceeds going to support relief efforts in Japan. Penny table, draws, light lunch. Everyone welcome.

May 3

Join the Guelph Guild of Storytellers at our new location and time for an evening of stories. Short open mic time. Performances are aimed at thinking adults. First Tuesday of the month. Special Guests this month are Brad Woods and Anne Estill. Free.

Donations welcome. 7pm. Main Branch Guelph Library, 100 Norfolk Street at Paisley. Sandy 519-767-0017. *** Until May 18 -Downtown Guelph Art Walk. Discover 50 unique pieces of art distributed throughout downtown merchants, businesses and restaurants. The artwork is all for auction at wyndhamARTsupplies.com, 100% funds raised will benefit Music and Art for Kids Education (M.A.K.E.), creating bursaries for fine art and music camps this summer. Viewers will have a chance to guess the titles of the work and be entered into a prize drawing.

For details call 519-767-1317.

May 4

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington Annual General Meeting at the Elora Legion, 110 Metcalfe Street, Elora, 7pm. All agency volunteers, staff, board members and public are welcome.

Please join us. *** Fish dinner Trinity United Church, Listowel 4:30 - 7pm.

Continuous service. Advance tickets please. Call Clara at 2912736. For take out or delivery, call Beatrice at 519-291-5703. *** Spring Luncheon- St. John’s United Church, Belwood, 11:30-1 $10/person at door. Takeouts avail. 519-843-3698.

Local support - On April 13, Joan Lytle, of Thistle Chapter Fergus IODE, presented a cheque for $1000 to Fred Aleksandrowicz, Manager of the Centre Wellington Food Bank.

Women in Crisis launches new website Guelph- Guelph-Welling ton Women in Crisis officially launched their new website, a resource for individuals and organizations working to eliminate violence against women and children in Guelph and Wellington County.

The website, located at www. gwwomenincrisis.org, was designed and built with the support of a dedicated team of agency employees and volunteers.

The website provides a comprehensive overview of G-W Women in Crisis services.

Some of the website’s new features include a historical timeline of the agency’s significant milestones, an events calendar, enhanced volunteer and public education pages and access to social media tools.

“We are excited about the new features on our redesigned website and think that visitors will be able to get a better understanding of exactly what our organization does and how we can help,” said Sly Castaldi, Executive Director of GuelphWellington Women in Crisis.

May 5

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

Performing musicians free. Call 519-843-7011 for information. *** Fergus Legion Branch 275 Ladies Auxiliary Bingo. Weekly Grand Prize $500. Thursday Nights. 7pm. Everyone welcome. *** May 5 and 6, The Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club Open House 6 - 9pm., Monday, May 9, 6 - 9pm., and Tues., Wed., May 10 and 11 from 1 - 3pm and 6 - 9pm. New bowlers welcome. 74 David St. Elora.

May 6

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. *** Permission To Laugh. Stand up comics help bust the stigma of mental health issues. Show 7pm sharp. New Growth Family Centre, 211 Birmingham West, Mount Forest. Tickets $5.

Available at Claire Stewart Medical Clinic. *** Louise Marshall Hospital Auxiliary Luncheon 11:30 -1:30. Pulled beef on a bun with salad and dessert for $8 per person. Mount Forest Legion. ***

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That’s because you met a wonderful person and are interested in seeing where this new relationship will go.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, be prepared for a busy week that gives your bank account a boost.

You may begin a new work assignment that requires a lot of creative energy.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you may feel artistically inspired this week, which could play out in projects anywhere from painting pottery to making home improvements.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 This week you’re more interested in the ways to promote personal health, Sagittarius. Your research could extend into holistic arts, exploring natural ways to boost health.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, the wedding of a friend could inspire thoughts of a romantic nature.

Maybe you’re thinking of taking a relationship to a new level or beginning a new one.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you aspire to learn a new skill or take on a new project. Definitely forge ahead because it will mean meeting new people and learning other interesting things.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Love, romance and marriage are on your mind, Leo. If you’re involved, it could be time to strengthen the relationship. Those unattached could find a special someone.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, expect an unexpected visitor in the coming days. This could mean a complete overhaul of your schedule and living space. It’s time to get to work.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Your mindset will be intense this week, Libra. Friends and family will find it very difficult to sway your opinion and change your mind.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, stay out of bookstores because you could spend a fortune trying to satiate your need to absorb information this week. If you must, visit the library.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, an encounter with someone new puts you on a new course of action for which you cannot gain enough information fast enough.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Thoughts of a career change are prominent this week, Pisces.

It may be a good time to finally act on these ideas.

PAGE TWENTY Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, April 22, 2011

Grand Opening

Wellington County Museum and Archives Receives National Award

Join us for the official opening of the Centre Wellington Ontario Provincial Police Operations Centre!

Friday, April 29, 2011 2:00 p.m.

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The Canadian Museum Association recently recognized the Wellington County Museum and Archives new archives addition with an Award for Outstanding Achievement at its national Conference and Awards Ceremony in London.

Designed by The Ventin Group Architects, the new archives reflects innovative design features, green initiatives and effective use of local resources.

The award honoured the project’s achievement in the Management category for contributing to the overall improvement of the facility, and for exceeding the standards of excellence in professional practice.

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