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PAGE TWO Inside Wellington - Second Section of the Wellington Advertiser, Friday, May 6, 2011

Group holds fundraiser for trail bridges May 14 ELMIRA – Fourteen years ago, the County of Wellington and Region of Waterloo undertook a unique partnership by jointly leasing a 44.5km stretch of abandoned rail right-of-way from the province for development as a multi-use recreational trail between Guelph and Millbank.

Today, the Kissing Bridge Trailway is operated under the stewardship of six community groups that have developed various sections of it. Those groups depend on donations to support their work to complete the trail, including bridge installations.

“We are investigating the possibility of suspension bridges at the Grand and Conestogo Rivers, near West Montrose and Wallenstein,” said Trailway board chairman Mike Curtis. “The trailway board is excited about the idea and expects that these bridges will increase the profile and use of the trailway.”

Recognizing that a major fundraising initiative would be needed to cover the cost of new bridges, the board has planned

a Spring on the Trail event for May 14. From the historic West Montrose covered bridge (or Kissing Bridge), picturesque farms, beautiful rural landscapes, and small towns and villages along the way (Ariss, Elmira, Wallenstein, Linwood, and Millbank), the Kissing Bridge Trailway has much to offer. “This event has been designed to bring people together along the full length of the trail to celebrate the annual spring opening,” said event chairman Doug Cerson.

Participants can register as an individual, family, teams, or corporate groups. We would like to see some friendly “challenges” between businesses, communities, teams, and other volunteer groups. We are also extending our fundraising opportunity to these groups to assist in selling event “passports” by allowing them to keep a portion of the contributions. For more information about the event, how to volunteer or donate, contact Cerson doug@springonthetrail.ca or visit the event website at www. springonthetrail.ca.

Volunteer Centre seeking more from volunteers GUELPH - Already known as Canada’s most caring community, the Volunteer Centre of Guelph-Wellington hopes to make Guelph and Wellington County an even more involved community by encouraging citizens to donate more time to causes they are passionate about.

“As we celebrate National Volunteer Week and the 10th anniversary of the Volunteer Centre, it is humbling to think of the thousands of community volunteers who make our community a better place,” said centre board chairman Sue Bennett. “As great as these numbers are, we know our community can do more: that’s

why we are excited to launch The Power of 10 campaign.”

It is a grass roots plan to encourage everyone in Guelph and Wellington to engage with their community. The Power of 10 invites people to do one, two, or three important, yet simple things: Do by giving 10 hours of volunteer time; give by donating $10 to the Volunteer Centre, and share, by inviting 10 friends to join the Power of 10. Everyone is invited to take the Power of 10 pledge at powerof10.ca.

The Power of 10 campaign was launched last week at the Time to Give community breakfast, an annual celebration of volunteerism.

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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. *** Knights of Columbus, Guelph. Karaoke every Friday night 9pm.

84 Lewis Road. 519-821-4050 Glen. No admission charge. Open to the public. *** Was your grade twelve graduation from Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School, Guelph in 2001? If so, please join alumni and teachers for a drop in 10-year reunion on Saturday, June 4 from 1 to 4pm at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School. To RSVP for the event or for more information, contact Michelle or Shaun at ololtenyears@gmail.com. *** May 5 - 7th - artcetera 2011 is a three-day fundraising art auction that benefits the Elora Centre for the Arts. Tickets are available for the Live Auction Sat. May 7, $30 in advance and $35 at the door - call 519-846-9698 . Please visit the website www.eloracentreforthearts.ca to view all of the artwork.

May 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. *** 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 11:30am -1:30pm.

Pulled beef on a bun with salad and dessert for $8 per person.

Mount Forest Legion. *** The Foursome presented by The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild.

May 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. and May 15 at 2pm at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre. Tickets $15. For more information, or Visa/Mastercard sales, call the box office at 519 338-2778.

May 7

Spring Craft and Bake Sale 10am-3pm at our new Legion, 57 Watson Pkwy. South, in Guelph. Lunch available. Vendors please call Janet at 519-265-2226. *** Palmerston Legion Survivor Photo Car Rally. Based on the Survivor TV Show. *** Green Legacy Tree Distribution and Guelph Twp. Horticultural Society Plant and Bake Sale at Marden Community Building5653 Marden Rd. 30. 9am. Members are invited to bring plants and baking that morning. Green Legacy trees are for any homeowners in the Township. *** Treasure/Bake Sale. 7:30am-12pm at Knox Presbyterian Church, Palmerston. Treasure table, bake table, new gift table, draw table, tea tables. *** Book Launch and Signing. Local author JM Frey presents her newly released sci-fi book “Triptych.” 1pm. Wellington County Library, Fergus Branch. Refreshments will be provided. *** St. James Anglican Church Queen St. Fergus. Basement Sale.

8am to noon. Everyone welcome. *** Guelph Horticultural Society Plant Sale 7am - noon. Guelph Farmers’ Market. Come early for best selection. *** Rockwood Lions/Lionesses Annual dinner and dance with “The Good Brothers” at Rockmosa Community Centre, Rockwood.

Dinner at 6pm, dance 9pm. Adults $30, children $15. For tickets call 519-8565-9419. *** Yard and Bake Sale at St. George’s Anglican Church, 99 Woolwich Street, Guelph 8am- noon. Continues May 8, 10am1pm and May 9, 10am- 2pm. Contact us at 519-837-6261. *** Grand River Skating Club presents Murder Mystery Dinner at the Fergus Sportsplex. Tickets are $ 25 and are available at the Fergus Scotiabank. For more information please contact 519-843-5470. ***

KnECT (Knox Elora Care Team) hosting an International Dinner, Silent Auction 5:30pm, Dinner 6pm. Cost adults $15, 10 & under $8. Tickets call 519-846-0680. In support of their Building project in Nicaragua this July. *** Craft and Bake Sale, 10-2pm. Drayton Legion Branch 416. *** Spring Craft Sale from 10am-3pm at our new Guelph Legion, 57 Watson Parkway. Over 30 vendors. Free Parking and admission.

Lunch available. *** Fergus Legion Jam Session 2-5pm. Everyone welcome. *** St. George’s Anglican Church in Harriston annual May Tea and Bake Sale. 11am - 1pm. $12 per plate. The luncheon is held in the church hall on Young St. Harriston. Everyone welcome. *** Benefit Dance being held at the Elora Legion at 8:30pm. All funds raised are being donated towards Tracey Wiseman’s upcoming Liberation Treatment for MS in Albany New York. Live music

by Transit - tickets $10 per person can be purchased at 519-8434743. *** Saugeen Power Squadron is presenting a BoatPro Course (to obtain a Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card) at the Walkerton Library.

Contact: Dave Archer 519-881-3996. *** Mothers Day Dance, Harriston Legion Branch #296, 9pm-1am.

Admission $12. For more information call 519-338-2843. *** Jam Session at the Fergus Legion. 2-5pm. Everybody welcome. *** St. Teresa of Avila CWL’s annual Mother’s Day Tea. At the church hall, 19 Flamingo Drive, Elmira. 2-4pm. Free will offering for tea and desserts. All welcome. Call Linda for more info.

519-668-1206. *** Arthur Masonic Lodge Breakfast 8-10am. Adults $6, Children $3.

Edward Street, Arthur. Everyone welcome. *** Bake and Trunk Sale at St. Mary’s Church, Elora. 9am-2pm. Call Bev for details 519-846-8029. *** Survivor Photo Car Rally at the Palmerston Legion, registration at 12:30pm. 4 per team, dinner and prizes included. Call 519-3385896. Please bring a digital camera. Objective is to follow a predetermined route to take photos and answer trivia questions. Theme is the Survivor TV show. More info at www.palmerstonlegion.ca. *** Children’s Worship Garage Sale. 7-11:00am at Elora United Church, Geddes St., Elora. All profits made go towards a charity project for street children in Nicaragua.

May 8

Mother’s Day 5K Run and 3K Walk for Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis. This event will be chip-timed and is open to men, women and children. It will be followed by awards, snacks and refreshments. To register prior to May 8 for the discounted entry fee, go to www.eventsonline.ca. You can also register May 8 at 479 St. Patrick St. W. Fergus from 8:15-9:15am. Collect $100 in sponsorships and run for free. See you there. *** Blue Rose season opening of the Maze and quartz crystal bowls and meditation. $2, all welcome. 519-833-0292.

May 9

The annual general meeting of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington will be held upstairs in the old Mount Forest Council Chambers at 7pm. *** Dofasco Male Chorus in concert 7:30pm at Arthur United Church.

Tickets $15. Contact June Mullin 519-848-2742. Proceeds to Arthur Food Bank and Arthur United Church. *** Genealogy workshop at WCL Fergus Branch. 2pm. Census Records, More than Just Counting Your Ancestors. It’s time for the 2011 Census. To celebrate Sarah Fisher will be deconstructing the historical Census as a genealogical goldmine. Please Register. *** A free music concert, “The Wonders Of Weather” by students of Performance Studios includes Music For Young Children ensembles as well as piano, guitar, and vocal performances at 6pm at the Elora United Church. *** Harriston and District Horticultural Society meeting, Harriston Minto Auditorium. Speakers: Joanne & Melvin Steckle. Topic: Container Design and New Plants. 7:30pm. Everyone welcome.

May 10

The Royal City Quilters’ Guild monthly meeting. 7pm at the Three Willows United Church on 577 Willow Rd., Guelph. On this evening, we will have a trunk show by Ellen Collington, a quilter and needleworker. For more information call Judy 519822-2658. *** Would you like to Volunteer? Alzheimer Society Dufferin County Please join us for an afternoon of information and education and learn more about volunteer opportunities Topic: Compassion Fatigue. 1:30-3:30pm. Alzheimer Society of Dufferin County 25 Centennial Road, Unit 1 Orangeville. More info. call Elaine Graham 519-941-1221. *** Continued on page 15

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, May 6, 2011 PAGE THREE

Halwell Mutual Insurance Company: Protecting policy holders for 150 years

by Chris Daponte

Important milestone - Board Chairman Alan Orr, left, and President Doug Winer are looking forward to celebrating the 150th anniversary of Halwell Mutual Insurance Company at an open house in Puslinch on May 25. photo by Chris Daponte

nies started in the province in the mid to late 1800s as a result of rural property owners wanting to protect their assets.

“It started from a desire in the farming community for insurance,” said Orr. “[Those companies] were fulfilling an obvious need in the community.”

Around that time many homesteads transformed into more established working farms, and owners wanted protection for valuable farm buildings, livestock and equipment.

The threat of fire was the main concern of the day - as the original company names indicate.

The companies were formed by local residents within the townships who gathered and said, “This is how we’re going to look after this problem if it ever shows its face,” Orr said.

According to the policies of the time, property owners were able to ensure against fire damage caused “by accident, light-

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The business continued to expand and today Halwell Mutual offers a complete line of home, farm, commercial and automobile insurance.

Amalgamation of the three original insurance companies was formally discussed in June, 1968 at the old Aberfoyle Town Hall, and the 10 representatives of the companies voted unanimously in favour to proceed with the merger.

The companies agreed on a 12-member board of directors and also to equally share the cost for reorganization.

When presented with three possible names for the new company, the majority voted in favour of “Halwell Mutual Fire Insurance Company” (the word “fire” was officially removed in 1988 to reflect changes in the business).

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The first office was located at 100 Woolwich Street in Guelph, but by 1977 the company had outgrown that location and moved to its current home at 812 Woolwich Street (after extensive renovations to the 1,800 square foot building).

In 1992, to accommodate continued growth, the company added a 2,500 square foot expansion.

Winer has served as president since 1987, when he took over from Rob Forsythe, son of original Halwell fir an st al Ma general manager, utu nag M er o h f the Puslinc Max Forsythe.

The Board The Directors of Directors was reduced from 12 Halwell Mutu Duncan McFarla ne, the first man to nine members al Insu ager of the Pusl Fire Insurance in Mutual Company, with - all with strong his wife Janet, ach circre a 18p 85le ties to local com. ased to invite y munities. celebration o f th The company now boasts ful eye of a few dedicated, 15 employees and is represent- community-minded men like And he hopes some of 50among th Anni ed by 22 independent insur- Duncan McFarlane. those clients will 1be ance brokers with 33 offices “We’re proud of our his- the guests present for the edn esday, Ma operating within a 70km radius tory, we’re very proud to be company’s W 150th anniversary of Guelph and serving roughly part of the community with celebration on May 25 at the uslinch 11,000 policy holders.

Community Centre our loyal policy holders ... and Puslinch P Coinmmu Last year, Halwell’s gross we’re proud to be represent- Aberfoyle.

A rfoyle, O written premium was almost ed by various local brokers,” The open house, tobewhich $15.7-million and its surplus Winer said. all HalwellO Mutual policy holdpen Hofrom use 2and R was valued at over $19.3-milHe noted some brokers ers are invited, runs lion. Thirty years ago, the com- have been with the company to 5pm, with frpresentations om 2:00 atpm to pany’s gross premiums were for over 50 years, and some 3:30pm. under $993,000 and its sur- families in the area have For more information on Presentatio plus was valued at just over been Halwell clients for three Halwell Mutual Insurance at 3:30 pm $1.6-million. or four generations (in fact, Company call 519-836-2860 It’s quite an accomplish- Winer counts his own family or (toll free) 1-800-267-5706 ment for a company that started as “long-time policy holders in or visit www.halwellmutual.

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things right for a long, long time.”

Indeed, the company’s roots go back even further than 150 years. In 1859, a full eight years before the Canadian Confederation, the Puslinch Mutual Fire Insurance Company was established, followed in subsequent years by the Eramosa and Halton mutuals.

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GUELPH Duncan McFarlane likely never imagined the insurance company he managed in the 1860s would one day be part of a 150th anniversary celebration.

But on May 25, that’s exactly what will happen when the Halwell Mutual Insurance Company commemorates that important and historic milestone with an open house at the Puslinch Community Centre in Aberfoyle.

The site is fitting for the event, considering that in 1968 the same property hosted the amalgamation of the Puslinch Mutual Fire Insurance Company, of which McFarlane was the first manager, with the Eramosa Mutual Fire Insurance Company and the Halton Union Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Company.

On Jan. 1, 1969 the companies merged under the name Halwell Mutual Fire Insurance Company, which was chosen based on the two areas where the majority of the business was located: Halton and Wellington counties.

Far various reasons, the newly-formed company used the charter of its Eramosa precursor, established in 1861, which means that is the formal founding date for Halwell Mutual.

“For a business, it’s got to be unique,” current board chairman Alan Orr said of the company’s sesquicentennial anniversary.

Halwell President Doug Winer, who lives in Guelph and grew up in Puslinch, noted Halwell is one of the oldest insurance companies in the province.

“It’s all due to the loyalty of our policy holders, brokers, board of directors, and staff,” Winer said of the company’s longevity.

Orr, who lives on a farm just outside Hillsburgh, added, “We’ve been doing the little

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Your children will love the specialty lights that come in a variety of forms, such as an airplane or a motorbike. Actually, come to think of it, any man in the house might like those too!

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Tires Keeping tires properly inflated pays numerous dividends.

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To ensure that your trailering experiences are safe and effective, be careful to avoid these mistakes. *Don’t forget to check trailer tire air pressure levels.

Tires lose air pressure on their own. A trailer that has been sitting around all winter is likely to have underinflated tires come the spring boating season. Driving on underinflated tires can lead to blowouts. *A blowout is certainly a problem, but a person can become stranded if they don’t have a spare trailer tire, which is a common towing mistake. *Losing a tire is a headache.

However, losing your boat and trailer can potentially be dangerous - not to mention expensive. Highballing is an industry term to describe an improperly hitched trailer. It occurs when the coupler rests on the hitch ball rather than sliding down fully into place. If the coupler comes loose, you can lose your trailer provided you don’t have safety chains in place as well. *Salt water and electronics often do not meld, therefore

Make it a safe and fun boating season this year by avoiding common towing mistakes. trailer signal lights often burn out and go unnoticed. This can present a safety issue, especially if driving at dawn, dusk or in the evening. You want to ensure your trailer is seen. Always check your trailer lights before embarking. *A boat trailer adds considerable length onto the vehicle.

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5 steps to avoid your car engine from overheating It is a common sight many an automobile owner is all to familiar with: A car is stranded on the side of the road with the hood open and smoke billowing out as an exasperated driver looks on shaking his or her head.

An overheated engine can render a car useless in a matter of minutes. A vehicle is propelled by an engine that ignites gasoline and causes controlled explosions within. An engine can produce quite a lot of heat. Compound this with external temperatures and an overheated engine may occur.

Other mechanical factors can also cause an engine to over-

heat. These include a faulty thermostat to regulate coolant supply to the engine and even an inoperable radiator fan.

Experts say an average car engine is designed to operate within 195 to 220 F. Anything above that could cause engine failure. Overheating can cause a lot of damage to a car. It may damage and burn holes in the parts. Rings, pistons or rod bearings may become impaired, or one can blow a head gasket. Coolant is designed to protect an engine to a point, but it can also become compromised under high heat. Boiling coolant may cause the radiator and hoses to burst.

The best way to avoid engine and vehicle trouble due to overheating is to prevent an engine from becoming overheated in the first place. Here are strategies to employ.

1. Ensure that coolant levels are maintained and there are no leaks that would cause coolant to drip out. Be sure the right coolant is being used for the particular vehicle.

2. Dirty, inadequate motor oil cannot dissipate heat as well as clean oil. Check the oil level and viscosity. Change the oil before a long trip or if it looks past its prime.

3. Confirm radiator hoses are in good working order and

do not look worn out.

4. Have a mechanic check that a radiator fan is working and that there is adequate air flow through the radiator.

5. Be aware of engine temperature by watching the gauge on the dashboard.

If an engine seems like it’s about to overheat, here are some steps to take.

- Slow down, and pull into the right lane. Turn on the heat in the car and open the windows. That may draw heat out of the engine block, while maintaining a slow pace can continue to draw air over the engine.

- Pull over and open the

hood to allow the engine to cool.

- Top off the radiator with coolant. Water can also work in a pinch.

- Take frequent breaks during long road trips to allow the engine to cool down for at least 15 minutes.

- Be sure to clear the radiator from obstructions, including leaves or insects that may have collected.

People without auto maintenance experience should not touch anything under the hood. Consult with a mechanic to determine engine overheating causes.

Harley could say farewell to Milwaukee fan of motorcycle enthusiasts, but an unlikely star of many American films. Hollywood and Harley have had a lovehate relationship throughout the years, but it’s hard to deny the appeal of seeing a Harley in a Hollywood film.

Many movies throughout time have featured the famed Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

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Many people flock to the city simply to see where Harleys are made.

Just why is Harley thinking of moving operations? Company spokesman Bob Klein has said that Harley wants to remain faithful to its Milwaukee heritage, but production needs to be coordinated better with seasonal demand. This is a change that would need approval by labour unions. Negotiations began last July.

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Milwaukee has long been known as the city that played host to Harley Davidson and Miller Beer, and residents are proud of their beer and bike history.

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Things you may not know about gas stations 1994. So, in terms of gasoline quality, it really doesn’t matter if a driver fills up at a locally owned filling station or a brand name vendor. * Skip payment with debit cards. When a gas station employee swipes a debit card in advance of starting the pump, the company doesn’t know how much gas will be purchased, so it reserves a rounded-off amount. While a person may only be filling up $20, the debit card may set aside $30 to $100 to be safe. It’s only until the gas station sends over their bulk transactions a few days later that all is reconciled. With an unknown amount of money reserved, it’s easy for an individual to bounce checks or deplete funds unknowingly from his or her checking account. * Gas stations don’t make

For motorists, visits to a local gas station are a necessity.

Fortunately for many, the prevalence of gas stations makes getting a good deal possible, right? Not exactly ... and there are some other things that gas stations don’t tell us. * Brand doesn’t necessarily matter. Most gas stations are supplied by oil companies that share the same fuel pipeline. The only difference in brands may be a quart of detergent added to a truck filled with thousands of gallons of gasoline. Some brands advertise that they have sophisticated additives to keep engine performance at its peak. All gasoline providers have detergents added to their gasoline to help prevent fuel injectors from clogging. It’s a requirement by the U.S. government enacted in

more when prices go up. A number of gas purchases are made with credit cards. So when gas prices rise, gas stations have to pay a higher fee to credit card companies, which charge for the right to accept credit at a station. Some stations will charge a premium for gas that is paid for with credit rather than gas. Others will not in an effort to remain competitive. * Some pumps are inaccurate. Older pumps or those in disrepair may not pump gas accurately. That means a driver could start paying for gas before the fuel has entered the car, or the volume measurements may be incorrect. Inspectors that check for accuracy are often few and far between. * Fuel station credit cards might not be a bargain. Just like

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cycle helmets reduce the likelihood of crash fatality by 37 percent. Helmets protect the head and brain from debilitating injuries. It’s important to choose a helmet that is certified by the Department of Transportation (DOT) or the local governing body. Proper fit and design can ensure even more efficacy of a helmet. * Protective eyewear: Visibility and the ability to react to one’s surroundings are some of a motorcycle rider’s best assets.

Imagine trying to see with 50 mph winds drawing tears from the eyes and dirt and insects blinding a person? Goggles and other safety glasses protect the eyes from the elements and any debris. * Boots: Boots ensure a rider’s feet are secured to the pedals and pegs while protecting the shins against pebbles and other road kick-up. * Padded gloves: When falling, a person instinctively throws his hands out to break the fall. Uncovered palms and wrists could suffer injury from abrasive roadways. That’s why

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Beware of Spring rust breakthroughs on your vehicle warmer temperatures comes the dreaded eyesore of vehicle corrosion.

“It’s a popular misconception that winter is the harshest season for vehicles due to snow and salted road conditions,” explained Freeman Young, president of Krown Rust Control.

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by Autopia MN The signs of spring are everywhere. The flowers are starting to bloom, the grass is greener and the temperature is rising with the warm glow of the sun. Unfortunately, another rite of spring is also upon us – the attack of corrosion on our vehicles.

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the humidity and moisture that will cause rust to appear on a vehicle. Increasingly warm temperatures have a major impact on corrosion as well, that’s why spring and summer are in fact the harshest seasons.”

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“We would recommend an application of an oil–based rust protector every year for maximum protection,” said

Paul Datzkiw, Approved Auto repair, consumer and technical services with CAA South Central Ontario.

George Iny, Director of the Automobile Protection Association, added that rust inhibitors offer “an excellent preventive measure to reduce maintenance costs over the years helping your car look better longer.”

The optimal months for the application are March through June. Here are some tips to consider as you guard against the onslaught of rust this spring.

• If you have never rust protected your vehicle, it’s not

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• Look for an environmentally safe rust inhibitor, preferably one that has a hydrocarbon (oil) base.

• Protecting your car annually with a rust inhibitor helps extend the life of your vehicle and represents significant savings on future maintenance and repair costs.

• It’s important to note that a rust inhibitor also helps prevent the oxidation of wires and electric shorts that are caused by corrosion helping to keep your vehicle safe.

Extend the life of your outdoor recreation vehicle (NC)—From hitting the open road on a motorcycle to off–roading on an ATV, there’s nothing better in the summer than enjoying the great outdoors. However, just as a car needs special automotive care, so do consumers’ favorite outdoor recreation vehicles. One of the most important things that consumers can do for their favourite outdoor recreation vehicle is to regularly replace

the oil and oil filter. This will not only help keep the engine clean, but also help extend the life of the engine.

Similar to the oil filter in a car, the oil filter in an ATV, motorcycle, and dirt bike filters out debris, so the oil is clean and smooth and can properly lubricate the engine and help it run at its peak. When changing the oil filter, consumers can refer to their owner’s manual for

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ENTERTAINMENT Grey Wellington Theatre guild tees up golfing comedy HARRISTON - Put four guys on a golf course, add a dash of awkward history and a bucket of humour and that is the formula for Norm Foster’s golfing comedy The Foursome, set to tee off at the Town Hall Theatre here on May 6.

Foster, a Canadian playwright has crafted a story that could play out on any set of links. Four college buddies get together for a round of golf while attending a class reunion.

They haven’t kept in touch, but waste no time catching up, and are soon bickering, bantering, and betting back and forth throughout a chaotic contest anyone, golfer or not, will quickly relate to.

Under the direction of John Hogg, the Grey Wellington Theatre Guild production features Scott Cooper of Drayton, Trent Heipel of Walkerton, and Harriston residents Dan Bieman and Patrick Raftis.

Cooper was on stage most recently when the guild staged the female version of Neil Simon’s The Odd Couple; Heipel was last seen in the

comedy Noises Off; Raftis has appeared in productions ranging from The Sound of Music to The Amorous Ambassador, and Bieman first appeared on stage, playing multiple roles, in the musical Annie.

“It’s a typical Norm Foster play,” based on real life situations,” said Hogg, adding, “It’s laugh-out-loud funny.”

The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild operates from the Harriston town hall theatre.

The group attracts actors and audiences from the entire GreyWellington area and beyond, and has staged over 100 productions since its inception in 1973. It has a long history of producing well-known favourites and innovative modern shows.

In recent years, such popular musical productions as Oliver, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, and The Sound of Music have played on the GWTG stage.

The guild stages productions each spring and fall, but in recent years has often added a third, either around Christmas

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“We’re becoming an increasingly active and diversified group and we’re always glad to welcome new members, whether they are interested in performing, or working behind the scenes,” said GWTG president Peggy Raftis.

In the past 18 months alone, the guild has staged The Female Odd Couple, the drama Marion Bridge, the musical Annie, a summer children’s production, and offered a series of acting classes.

Another children’s production is set for this summer, with casting set for May 3 at 7:30pm at the theatre, Next fall, the group will host its second Grand Talent competition, which features performers from across midwestern Ontario competing for $1,000 in prize money.

The Foursome will be staged May 6, 7, 13, 14 at 7:30pm and May 15 at 2pm.

For tickets ($15) or information call 519-338-2778. For information on the guild go to www.guelpharts.ca/gwtg.

Appearing in the coming GWTG production of the Norm Foster comedy, The Foursome, are, from left: Dan Bieman, Patrick Raftis Trent Heipel, Scott Cooper. submitted photo

The Three Cantors will perform at church May 18

The Three Cantors, Peter Wall, David Pickett, and William Cliff, currently serve as parish priests in The Anglican Church of Canada.

The fourth Cantor, Angus Sinclair, serves as Director of Music at Bishop Cronyn Memorial Anglican Church in London.

The Cantors will be presenting an evening of music at the Palmerston United Church

on May 18 at 7:30pm. The concert will feature everything from the beloved music of the church, contemporary anthems, spirituals, and new, original compositions, to folk songs and the best of Broadway.

An evening with The Cantors includes friendship, humour, dedication, and energy. The show is a testimony to music’s ability, combined with faith, to transcend anything.

The Three Cantors Concert is a celebration of the power of music to bring joy, hope, and faith in Christ to bear on the challenges of world hunger… and to have a great time doing it.

The trio became a sensation when they formed in 1996.

Since their inception they have sold thousands of CDs and are well on their way to 200 concerts from coast to coast. A

portion of the sales of every concert and all of the CD proceeds will be donated to world hunger. The proceeds from the concert in Palmerston will benefit the Food Grains Bank of Huron Diocese.

The doors open at 6:30pm.

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Youth Singers present A Rovin’ on May 28

The Guelph Youth Singers, now in its 20th anniversary season, will look at paths that lead to new experiences, in this spring concert A-Rovin’.

Artsong, folksong, and opera will mix with a choreographed broadway song and African dance.

Alumni Suzanne Hendriks and Deanna Hendriks will be welcomed to the roster, sing-

ing a duet and solos with the choir. Featured songs will include the popular Doll Song by Offenbach, Trolley Song, from the musical Meet Me In St. Louis, the African song, Shosholoza, and Arthur Hamilton’s Sing a Rainbow.

It is a whirlwind tour with the award-winning choirs of Guelph Youth Singers as they prepare to enter another suc-

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Founded in 1991 the Guelph Youth Singers have reached national prominence through provincial and national awards at the Canadian Federation of Music Festivals.

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

The spring concert is the major event of the season for Guelph Youth Singers, and will follow a tour in late April by Choir III to Edmonton, where they will be hosted by the Edmonton Children’s Chorus.

GYS is always looking

for new choristers who love to sing. Choristers enjoy the chance to learn to sing well, to read music, to do drama workshops, to perform - and to enjoy the company of other talented youth. Auditions are now being scheduled for entry into next season’s choir. Those who want their children to be part of Guelph Youth Singers, or for more information, contact Cathy Meggison at 519821-8574.

A Rovin’ will be held at the River Run Centre at 7:30pm on May 28. For tickets, phone River Run Centre box office at 519-763-3000. Tickets are $25 for adults and $19 for students and seniors.

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ENTERTAINMENT The Elora Festival and Singers announces line-up of performers for 2011 Festival Elora- The Elora Festival is pleased to announce the stellar lineup for the 2011 Festival.

Now in its 32nd year, the Elora Festival runs from July 8 to 31, and brings the world of music to the scenic village of Elora.

Artistic Director Noel Edison has chosen a wide range of music for this summer, featuring our traditional classical fare, along with concerts that will appeal to younger music lovers.

With the finest local, national, and international talent, music patrons will be sure to want to join them this season.

Our opening concert features Mozart’s brilliant Symphony No. 40 in G minor, “a work full of human expressions”, as well as his beloved Requiem, “the most enigmatic pieces of music ever composed”. Guest soloists for the evening are soprano Karina Gauvin, mezzo-soprano Jennifer Enns Modolo, tenor Christopher Mayell, and baritone Matthew Cassils. The opening night festivities concluded with a reception which offers delectable samples from

local restaurants and a spectacular fireworks display.

International star soprano Karina Gauvin returns for a solo recital at 2pm on Saturday July 9 in the intimate surroundings of St. John’s Church.

Travel back to the golden age of swing with the big band sounds of the Spitfire Band at the Gambrel Barn at 8pm.

The Festival will feature our own Grammy nominated Elora Festival Singers in 8 performances this year including Israel in Egypt, one of Handel’s most entertaining oratorios.

Other performances include the moving Passio by Arvo Pärt, the Chichester Psalms

by Leonard Bernstein, and a program of romantic works for unaccompanied choir

by Strauss and Mahler. The Festival Singers will also take part in three Evensong services, and four Sunday morning services at St. John’s Church.

Guest artists this summer include the Madawaska String Quartet with Leslie Kinton, and the award winning Cecilia String Quartet. Other classical

highlights include young virtuoso cellist David Eggert, and Bach’s Goldberg Variations, performed by one of the new generation of Bach interpreters, David Jalbert.

Legendary performers Michael Burgess (Les Miserables) and Rebecca Caine (Phantom of the Opera) will present the first performance of their Dream Concert, a program of Broadway classics that they will tour across North America. The 1920 silent film classic The Mark of Zorro starring Douglas Fairbanks will be screened with accompaniment by an instrumental ensemble, paired with a delectable offering by Sensational Elora. Two young Canadian award winning stars, Sarah Slean and Matt Dusk, join the performances for concerts at the Gambrel Barn.

Taking a break from very busy independent musical careers, our own Local Legends, singer-songwriter Gwen Swick, world-renowned celtic guitarist Tony McManus, and virtuoso guitar player Kevin Breit will spend a night

in their home town to perform together at the Gambrel Barn on July 22.

For toe tapping rhythms, close harmonies and astonishing vocal techniques, few can outdo the Swingle Singers. On July 30th, this British vocal sensation will take the stage at the Gambrel Barn. For over four decades, this international a cappella phenomenon has defined the art form and thrilled audiences around the globe.

The 2011 Festival has grown since 1979 when it was a two-week event based on 16th, 17th, and 18th century music aptly named “Three Centuries Festival”. Artistic Director Noel Edison has personally overseen the changes since he began in 1983, and has also increased the scope of music to include a wide array of genres.

One thing remains the same - the Elora Festival Singers is still one of the biggest draws of the Festival. Through regular concerts, recordings, broadcasts and touring, the Elora Festival Singers has established its reputation as one of the fin-

ELORA - The Centre for the Arts here is preparing for its second annual artcetera fundraising art auction.

There are over 200 works of original art from all over the world. Donations have come from art collectors, along with new and original work from established, artists such as John Kissick, Jim Reed, Barry McCarthy, and Tanya Zaryski.

The entire list of artwork on auction can be viewed on line at www.eloracentreforthearts. ca – or in person at 75 Melville Street Elora, during the auction.

It takes place from May 5 to 7, beginning as a silent auction in the galleries, with a free preview of the live auction items, and culminating in a Saturday night gourmet reception with a live auction of 45 pieces of art. The three-day silent auction is comprised of original paintings, photography, ceramics, sculpture, jewellery, and unique, donated estate items.

There is also a local luxuries silent auction, which offers gift baskets, unique products, and certificates donated from area businesses. The silent auc-

tion bidding will run over three days: - May 5 from 5pm to 8pm; - May 6 from noon to 8pm; and - May 7 from 10am to 4pm, reopening at 7pm and running until fifteen minutes after the live auction closes.

The artcetera gourmet reception begins at 7pm with a last minute free preview of the live auction pieces. That will be capped with the live auction run by auctioneer Robert Milburn. Tickets for the live auction evening are $30 in

advance and $35 at the door all previews are free.

Last year’s artcetera raised over $30,000 for the centre, with over $26,000 going back to the artists who participated.

Attending the silent auction is free. Tickets for the live auction and reception are available by calling the centre at 519-846-9698 or by email at info@eloracentreforthearts. ca. $30 in advance and $35 at the door. All tickets include complimentary hors d’ouvres, and a drink ticket, as well as a bidding number.

Fundraising art auction set for May 5 to 7

Winners announced for quit smoking challenge ABOYNE - For the third year in a row, the number of Wellington and Dufferin residents who took part in the Driven to Quit Challenge has increased.

This year, 864 residents gave up tobacco for a full month as part of the annual provincial Challenge. Last year the number was 648, and in 2009 552 residents participated.

Although the big prize winner of a car went to Brian Perkins, of Brantford, local participants were winners too.

Wellington-DufferinGuelph Public Health awarded $50 Canadian Tire gift certificates to local winners R. Alton, Anne Marie Blackadar, Sejla Kaukovic, and John Slocket, all of Guelph, Brenda Ayres, of Fergus, and Andre Bettencourt, of Orangeville.

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Guelph winner Slocket said, “I’ve tried to quit for the last four or five years. When my mother-in-law quit in February after smoking for 30 years, I decided to try the challenge.

Her determination and commitment had a big influence on me.

Not smoking has already made a difference. I’m sleeping better and have more energy. I feel healthier and think I’m better role model for my kids.”

Slocket’s observations do not surprise WDG Public Health Nurse Dora Eaglesham.

“In as little as 72 hours after quitting smoking, your

bronchial tubes relax, allowing you to breathe easier and have more energy. There are just so many benefits. And it’s never too late. We saw many participants this year over 60 years of age. By quitting they potentially reduced their risk of dying of smoking related diseases by 50%.”

Although the Driven to Quit Challenge is over, there are still resources available to those who want to quit smoking. The Smokers’ Helpline is a confidential service that provides free, personalized support, advice and informa-

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tion about quitting smoking and tobacco use. And a new resource, Smokers’ Helpline Text Messaging (TXT) offers the same services to smokers and tobacco users who are looking to quit, via their mobile device. For more information, call 1-877-513-5333 or visit online at www.smokersline.ca.

est chamber choirs in Canada and beyond. The hallmark of the Singers’ style is their rich, warm sound and clarity of texture, as well as their ability to perform an amazing range of repertoire. With this year’s Grammy nomination, Noel and the Singers received well deserved recognition for their

recording of Eric Whitacre’s choral music.

Tickets and a complete detailed concert listing for the 2011 Elora Festival is available online at www.elorafestival. com or by calling 519-8460331 or 1-888-747-7550, or in person at the Festival office, 33 Henderson St., Elora.

Noel Coward’s “Hay Fever” close theatre season

The Elora Community Theatre (ECT) is pleased to present its final show of the season, Hay Fever, following up on the success of its first two shows – Anne of Avonlea and Brighton Beach Memoirs.

Directed by Richard WalshBowers, this classic comedy by the master of wit, Noel Coward, runs at the Fergus Grand Theatre May 5-7, 2011.

Set in an English country house in the 1920s, Hay Fever

revolves around four eccentric members of the Bliss family and their outlandish behaviour when they each invite a guest to spend the weekend. The ensuing confusion gives rise to some of Coward’s wittiest dialogue and has provided audiences with evenings of delightful pure escape into a world of light-hearted fun.

Tickets are available by calling 519-787-1981 or online at www.fergusgrandtheatre.ca.

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FUNDING AND RELATED OPPORTUNITIES Get Funding to Hire a Graduate: Career Focus Program Looking for a way to fund new research or other opportunities to grow your business? Through the Career Focus Program, you can apply for funding to hire a graduate to work on a 4-to-12 month food-related project.

Each approved project will be eligible to receive half of total salaries and employment benefits, up to $20,000.

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Note: This popular program is fully subscribed for the 2011-2012 fiscal year, so start planning now for 2012-2013.

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MAY 11-12, 2011 - GROWING THE FOOD CONTINUUM Listen to experts, share knowledge and discuss how to meet some of the cross-industry challenges facing the food industry.

Topics will include workforce growth, employment trends and how innovation will impact the workforce of tomorrow.

Local Food Reception: Wednesday, May 11 - 5:30pm - 8pm and the Conference: Thursday, May 12 – 8am - 4:15pm.

Where: Delta Guelph Hotel & Conference Centre; Cost: $165.

Learn more and register now at www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/157585.

COMING EVENTS May 12 - Growing the Food Continuum Conference – For those involved or interested in agriculture, food processing, food retail or hospitality. At the Delta Guelph Hotel & Conference Centre.

Listen to experts, share knowledge and discuss how to meet some of the cross-industry challenges facing the food industry.

Topics will include future workforce growth, changing employment and how innovation will impact the workforce of tomorrow.

Contact the Workforce Planning Board of Waterloo, Wellington & Dufferin at 519-622-7122, or visit: www.workforceplanningboard.com.

May 13 - 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 14 -Wellington County 4-H is hosting their Annual Beef BBQ & Silent/Live Auction and Dance at the Alma Community Centre, Alma. Music by: Bill Beattie. Tickets: $12.00/adult; $7.00/child 9 and under; 4 and under free. For tickets please contact: James at 519-669-2025 or Carol at 519-833-0455 or Barb at 519-824-2959.

May 18 - Special Wholesale Flower Sale, Elmira Produce Auction Co-op (EPAC). For information, contact Auction Manager, Noah Gingrich at 519-638-3602.

June 21-22 - 38th Annual Ontario Pork Congress. Place Stratford Agricultural and Recreational Complex. Website - http:// www.porkcongress.on.ca/ June 7 and 8 - Climate Change and the Implications for Plant Science - Symposium. Place - Room 160, Johnson Hall, University of Guelph, Guelph. Contact: 519-767-5000 or Email - info@open.uoguelph.ca; Website - www.plantscience.open. uoguelph.ca; Alt. Website - www.croplife.ca.

June 21-22 - 38th Annual Ontario Pork Congress. Place Stratford Agricultural and Recreational Complex. Website - http:// www.porkcongress.on.ca/ July 6 & 7 - SouthWest Crop Diagnostic Days – University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus.

Food or fuel? Farmers learn they can grow for both GUELPH - A new study released by the Grain Farmers of Ontario should put an end to the ongoing debate of whether the grain they grow should be used for food or fuel.

The group says it can and should do both.

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“My corn yields have increased by 35% since I started farming in 1975,” said Don Kenny who farms just outside of Ottawa and is the chairman of Grain Farmers of Ontario. “I am confident that my land will continue to be productive and that new products and technologies will ensure my family supplies our local livestock market and the ethanol plant down the road for many years to come.”

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Ethanol is also credited with replacing hazardous compounds in gasoline used for octane enhancement and increasing engine efficiency.

There is also good news for the world’s food supply.

Food demands around the world are growing by 1.1% per year according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Fortunately, the Grain Farmers of Ontario study reveals that global grain production has increased by 1.5% per year over the past 20 years. With increasing resources now being directed to agricultural development in some of the world’s hungriest countries, especially in Africa, there is optimism that farmers will continue to grow the crops and increase production where the need is greatest.

“Quite frankly, it is a relief for us to learn that production of biofuels, like ethanol, here in Ontario makes such a positive contribution to our environment without any notable impact on overall food prices and the world’s ability to supply food,” said Barry Senft, chief executive officer for Grain Farmers of Ontario.

“Regardless of this discussion, our farmers are dedicated to growing a sufficient supply of food for Canadian families”.

The full report: What are the Effects of Biofuels and Bioproducts on the Environment, Crop and Food Prices and World Hunger, is available online at www.gfo. ca.

The study is a review and analysis of 65 internationally recognized studies specific to the production of biofuels globally and in Canada and their impact on the environment, world grain prices, world hunger and the implications for grain farmers in Ontario.

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Certified crop specialist credentials earned by local agribusiness professional HARRISTON - - Brent Troyer, FS Crop Specialist with North Wellington Co-operative Services here, has successfully completed the requirements necessary to hold credentials as a Certified Crop Specialist (CCS) in the FS System of Member Co-operatives. The achievement is the next level up in Troyer’s extensive agricultural training. Troyer already holds the designation

of a certified crop advisor in Ontario.

The Certified Crop Specialist accreditation recognizes crop advisors for their production expertise, said Kelly Boyle, general manager of North Wellington Co-operative Services. “These credentials prove a specialist’s ability to put his or her training to work in finding solutions that help producers optimize

agronomic results, economic return and environmental stewardship,” explained Boyle.

To earn the title of specialist, Troyer was required to successfully complete a series of written and oral exams designed to establish base standards of knowledge on the topics of nutrient management practices, integrated pest management, soil erosion, and water quality.

Among the skill sets assessed are technical knowledge; the ability to discover, identify, and analyze yield-limiting factors from a grower’s field records; identify common pest problems and recommend economic treatment measures; discuss and analyze the economic aspects of crop production; and understand the needidentification process.

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Joint biosecurity enhances industry disease preparedness GUELPH – Two new multispecies reports have identified biosecurity gaps in Ontario’s beef, veal, goat, sheep, and rabbit sectors.

The reports pinpointed areas where farmers and supply chain partners can improve their processes, equipment, or buildings to help prevent disease and keep losses to a minimum.

“There’s no question that animal health is a key priority for our farmers,” said project coordinator Jennifer O’Rourke.

“Keeping our farms and our livestock disease-free is an important part of ensuring our producers and our industries

are profitable, competitive, and meeting the needs of the market.”

Although many biosecurity practices are already being used to some extent by industry participants, a number of gaps common across the five sectors were identified in the reports. That included difficulties in being able to identify the health status of animals entering a herd or flock, lack of proper animal movement controls, improper handling and cleaning of manure, and lack of controls to minimize water and feed contamination.

Implementing on-farm biosecurity strategies is a flex-

ible approach that can work on farms of all sizes, species and production systems to help prevent or mitigate a disease outbreak.

“Many producers are already incorporating aspects of on-farm biosecurity into their operations, but our goal is to have solutions that are do-able and flexible to meet the needs of different producers and industry stakeholder groups,” said Dan Ferguson, of the Ontario Cattlemen’s Association and a member of the project steering committee.

The reports are the first step in a new, multi-phase project partnership between Ontario

Cattlemen’s Association, Ontario Veal, Ontario Goat, Ontario Rabbit, and Ontario Sheep Marketing Agency to identify, quantify and address biosecurity gaps and build the industry’s emergency preparedness capabilities. A joint approach was practical and economically responsible as there are many common issues related to animal disease and biosecurity across those five livestock sectors.

Work is now underway to examine on-farm costs of economically significant diseases and what savings disease reduction might represent to farmers.

Charity harvest aiming for world record

In many ways, Harvest for Hunger is just another growing project for the Canadian Foodgrains Bank.

There are hundreds of those projects across Canada. Each is a unique way of enabling people to contribute grain and other agricultural commodities to help people who are hungry around the world.

A typical project involves a community group farming a plot of land. After harvest, the production is donated through the Canadian Foodgrains Bank to its members for overseas food aid and agricultural development projects. These members are 15 Canadian Christian churches or their international hunger response agencies.

Harvest for Hunger is just a bigger project than most of

the others. A small group of relatively young farmers have come together to spearhead the one time project. Ask them why they are doing this and there are a diversity of answers: - raise awareness of the hunger issue; - raise $200,000 for hunger relief projects; - share the vision of the Canadian Foodgrains Bank for an effective Christian response; - urge fellow farmers and the supplier community to commit to supporting hunger reduction initiatives; - celebrate creation’s resources in southwestern Ontario and the stewardship of the agricultural community; - demonstrate that a lack of production is not the cause of hunger. Broader economic and

social problems are at the root of hunger; and - it makes our Christian faith very real.

The plan is also to set a world record soybean harvest by combining 160 acres of soybeans in five minutes. The location is a farm on Highway 23 between Listowel and Monkton in Perth County. It will take between 100 and 200 combines.

The use of the land, planting, spraying, and seed have already been donated. The plan is to have all inputs and associated costs donated so that 100% of the funds raised from the sale of the soybean crop can be donated by the project partners to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank. The goal is to raise $200,000 for interna-

tional hunger reduction projects.

The harvest date is mid to late September. It will depend on the weather.

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work wear and lawn and garden expertise at four locations in Harriston, Hanover, Mount Forest, and Durham. North Wellington Co-op is a member-owner of Growmark, Inc. and markets products and services under the FS brand.

Erin 4-H dairy club starting new season The Erin 4-H dairy club is looking for new members.

Members can come from anywhere - a rural property or in town. Everyone is welcome.

Members must be 9 years old as of Jan. 1 and can belong until they are 21. They do not have to own a calf or live on a farm.

The club will supply the calf and members supply energy and enthusiasm.

The focus of the club is on building youth interaction,

public speaking, and self confidence, as well as teaching youth about the dairy industry and having fun doing it. Some of the topics include judging animals and how to prepare a calf for the show. There are six meetings from April to October. The first was on April 26.

Anyone who is interested can contact Miriam Bailey at 519-787-0648 or email va3mib@yahoo.ca.

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Annual Wellington County Beef BBQ Saturday May 14th, 5:30-7:30pm Alma Community Center, Alma Adults $12, Children 9 & under $7, 4 & under FREE Silent/Live Auction & Dance - Music by Bill Beattie Dance Only $7

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Province offers fishing tips online TORONTO – With trout fishing season open, the Ministry of Natural Resources is hoping to help anglers make the most of their fishing experience.

It has produced a new, interactive, and user-friendly web tool at ontario.ca/fishing.

With a few clicks, anglers can use a searchable, Googlebased map to answer the following questions: - What can I catch?

Discover what fish species are found in over 13,000 lakes across the province. Check what lakes to visit to catch a favourite species. The tool also shows which lakes are stocked and what species the province is stocking.

- Where can I get a licence?

Find ServiceOntario locations where fishing licences are sold, to ensure the permits needed before going fishing.

- What are the rules? Get easy access to fishing regulations. Know which species are legal and what can be kept.

- Where are the fish hiding?

See lake depth contours for some lakes to help tell where a species of fish is most likely to be found.

- How do I get there? Find directions to Ontario lakes and waterways from anywhere in the province, thereby making planning a fishing trip easier than ever.

The fish guide also helps anglers find consumption advice, the new Guide to Eating Ontario Sport Fish – can be found at ontario. ca/fishing. The guide gives anglers and others who eat sport fish advice they need to ensure they are not endangering their health.

The new, interactive, and user-friendly guide is now available at ontario.ca/fishguide – making it faster and easier to identify fish species

and find angling destinations with lower contaminant levels.

A Google-based map displays all the lakes and rivers from the guide with corresponding advisories.

The Ministry of Natural Resources has also produced a major brochure to help people who might not have fished for some time to help them get their kids started fishing.

The brochure offers pictures of the most common fish in Ontario, including game fish, tips for buying tackle for youngsters, and a sections on various lures that can be used as well as many other fishing tips.

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Guelph to participate in Ontario’s largest public science festival on May 7 GUELPH - Make your own slime. Write a secret message with invisible ink. Test your knowledge of chemistry by identifying various compounds by their appearance or smell then learn about their structure.

Find out what elements are and how they fit into the Periodic Table of the Elements. Watch popcorn dance. Check out the electromagnet demonstration.

These are just a few of the unusual and highly entertaining activities available to Guelph area residents on May 7 as Science Rendezvous (SR), Ontario’s largest public science festival, kicks off its

fourth year.

This free, grass-roots festival, targeted to all age groups, strives to de-mystify science and make it more accessible to thousands of people across the province with a day of engaging, informative and interactive events.

From chemistry to astronomy and physics to forensics, Science Rendezvous has something for everyone. Hospital Research Institutes will be opening their doors and universities offering lab tours, demonstrations and handson activities. There will be active street events and science

inspired art. Check out the creative adult science fairs and “Let’s Talk Science” sessions.

Take part in the demonstrations at shopping malls and farmer’s markets. Throughout the day, science champions from across the province will be taking their passions to the people.

In Guelph, activities will be taking place at Stone Road Mall (435 Stone Road) between 10am and 4pm.

Experience a variety of science activities that are fun for “kids” of all ages. Ever wanted to make your own slime?

Now’s your chance. Use your

nose to identify different chemical compounds and then see what their chemical structure looks like. Write a secret message with invisible ink and then make it magically appear.

How much do you really know about common chemicals? Find out by identifying them by their appearance. In addition, learn how to make a homemade battery; watch popcorn dance; and check out the electromagnet demonstration.

With the help of Scientists in School, all of these activities and more will be part of Malls of Science at Stone Road Mall.

“Science Rendezvous is a

day long science festival with real researchers, professors and their students interacting with the public,” explains Dr. Ronald E. Pearlman, Director, Science Rendezvous Ontario.

“Our overall goal is to engage people in the scientific world by offering all kinds of interesting and unusual activities that they can participate in.

And in doing so, we hope to encourage a better understanding of the great impact that science and technology has on our lives and changing world.”

Initiated in the Greater Toronto Area in 2008, Science Rendezvous has grown to

involve more than 2,000 volunteers at 300 events in cities from Windsor to Ottawa.

Science Rendezvous continues to develop collaborative partnerships between educational, civic, science-based associations and outreach programs and business institutions to promote science awareness as well as science culture and literacy.

This year SR activities will be integrated with events held across the country celebrating the International Year of Chemistry (IYC), establishing a national presence for the festival.

Environment Centre offers energy saving programs ELORA - Despite the end of grants under Canada’s national eco-energy for homes program on March 31, with rising costs of energy, homeowners can find practical ways to cut energy use and the Elora Environment Centre offers them some help.

Smart energy use and water protection are the priority areas for the EEC, which is launching new services to help people save energy in their homes.

Those developments signal a continued commitment to working together for healthier homes and sustainable communities.

“The EEC has delivered home energy evaluations since 1994, before there were grants for homeowners,” said general manager Kathy Maggs. “We will continue to offer energy evaluations and other services … Rising energy bills and protection of our water resources are both growing concerns in our community and we are responding with new initiatives that address these issues.”

While the Elora Centre is largely known for home energy evaluations that address insulation, air leakage, and heating systems, the new electrical check-up has its eye on cutting

hydro bills.

“People want to use electricity wisely, especially with rising rates and time of use billing on the horizon,” said Don Eaton, a senior associate and certified energy advisor with the Elora Centre who was part of the team that designed the new audit. “Our electrical check-up gives people personalized and practical ways to do this. In the homes we’ve done so far we’ve identified $150 to $1000 savings potential per year. Many of the changes we recommend are simple. You can begin saving that day, immediately,” said Eaton.

The EEC is committed to providing the tools and knowledge to take positive environmental action, but now it has more in its inventory of services to offer.

Since 1999, EEC has assessed the energy efficiency of over 30,000 homes from Windsor to Tobermory.

Participants who followed the EEC’s energy-saving recommendations collectively reduced over 15,780 tonnes of CO2 emissions.

For more information call 519-846-0841 or 1-866-8657337 or visit eloraenvironmentcentre.ca.

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Spark of Brilliance

Fashion Show 6th Annual

Tickets and fashions by Broderick’s Apparel for Men; Broderick’s Fashion for Women; Special Effects; and Big Monkey Little Monkey.

Survival tools - Linda Dickson, Wellington County’s community emergency management coordinator, shows off some of the vital components to a survival kit, which she recommends all residents develop in preparation for possible natural disasters. photo by Mike Robinson

Bible Society branch held annual gathering April 9 marked the annual dinner gathering of the Canadian Bible Society (CBS), Centre Wellington Branch.

Approximately 180 people from the Centre Wellington community gathered to eat, sing and pray at the Alma Bible Church. This annual dinner is a fundraising event for the local chapter, but it is also a wonderful way for the many church denominations in the community to gather in fellowship and worship, as well as have an educational component all wrapped up in one evening.

The Alma Bible Church caterers provided the roast beef dinner. Some members of the Wellington Branch led the evening and welcomed

Rev. Wilbert Dawson, director of the southwestern Ontario District of the CBS to bring greetings. Dawson spoke about the need for Bibles for all countries and all social levels in our community. Bibles are distributed from the CBS to soldiers, prisoners and the needy in society, as well as those in countries suffering from tsunamis, earthquakes and droughts.

Wellington-Halton Hills MP Michael Chong, also offered greetings and spoke of his education and how one of his university professors spoke of the English language and the Bible as being something that should be in every home and in the hands of all who need the guiding force of God

Rotary Club of Fergus Elora

Tickets: $1200

Sponsored by Ralph Basset Assoc Inc.; Arthur Travel; Homewood Health Centre; SRM Architects Inc.; LittleTree Nursery; The Weisterin Group

Centre Wellington Sportsplex, Fergus Wednesday, May 11th, 7:30-9pm Doors open at 7pm For information call 519-843-5742 x561

by their side, which is all of us.

The praise portion of the evening was conducted by The Hilltop Singers, a group of male voices led by Doug Sargent and accompanied by Joan Wilson from St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Fergus.

Floyd Brobbel, Chief Operations Officer for The Voices of the Martyrs, Canada, was the guest speaker. Brobbel travels extensively around the world reaching out to those who are persecuted for being Christians.

His stories highlighted the need in our world to stand up for beliefs and be active in helping others. He commended the CBS on its commitment to put Bibles in the hands of anyone who wants one, and

Palmerston Legion Branch 409

NOON - Tues. May 31, 2011 At Fergus Legion Take out available to homes and businesses

Perennial Plant, Bake & Yard Sale May 21, 2011 355 Toronto St., Palmerston 9am-1pm

The clubroom is open for lunch every Friday in May and June 12:00-1:00pm.

Menu for May 6 is Chili on a bun Menu for May 13 is Roast Beef on a bun.

Wing Night

& Elimination Draw June 24, 2011 All you can eat wings, $12

More info at www.palmerstonlegion.ca 260 Daly St., Palmerston 519-343-3749

hopes to work with the CBS on a global basis in the future.

Rev. David Whitecross led the evening in a grace for our meal and Rev. Tony Albano gave the benediction for the close of the evening. Rev. Paul Hudson led a pastoral prayer for the evening.

Organizers wish to thank those three men for their “Christian leadership” in the community.

Organizers also wish to thank the sponsors for this evening. Nineteen local companies and businesses stepped forward to help defray the cost of the evening, thus allowing the proceeds to go directly to the CBS’ mission of translating, producing and distributing Bibles.

JAM SESSION SATURDAY, MAY 7 2pm-5pm

IN THE CLUB ROOM EVERYONE WELCOME

Fergus Legion Br.275

519-843-2345

www.ferguslegion.ca Hall Rental & Catering Available

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, May 6, 2011 PAGE FIFTEEN

Annual walk for MS raised over $4.4-million FROM PAGE TWO Waterloo Wellington Community Care Access Centre Long-term Care Home Information Session - find out how to access longterm care homes in our Region. 5-6:30pm. Evergreen Seniors Centre, 683 Woolwich St. Guelph. Attendance is Free. Please contact Patti Hirsch at 1-888-883-3313 ext. 5190. *** Greenfield Cemetery Board Annual Meeting. 7:30pm. Greenfield Cemetery Chapel. All plot holders welcome.

May 11

Rockwood and District Lioness Euchre and Bridge Night.

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

Lunch and prizes to follow. *** Euchre, Harriston Legion Branch #296. Start at 8pm. Light Lunch provided. $5 per person. Bring a Partner. For more information call 519-338-2843. *** The Grand Quilt Guild May meeting at 7:30pm at the Royal Canadian Legion Fergus. A special presentation “Colours for Quilts” by Heather Stewart, Teacher of the year of the Canadian Quilters Association. Everyone welcome. www.grandquiltguild. ca. *** North & Centre Wellington Chapter of Spark of Brilliance 6th Annual Fashion Show on at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex Belsyde Ave., Fergus. Featuring men’s & ladies and children’s wear. Tickets $12, doors open at 7pm, silent auction, great food. All money raised goes to Spark of Brilliance workshops held at the Faith Lutheran Church, Fergus. For more information call 519-843-5742 ex 561 and leave a message.

May 12

Arthur Agricultural Society, upstairs hall. 7:30pm. Arthur Community Centre. All welcome. *** Ring of Fire. Anna Baggio, Director Land-Use Planning, Wildlands League Ontario discusses the impact of the Ring of Fire on Ontario’s Boreal Forest. This event is part of Guelph Field Naturalists Indoor Programs. All are welcome. 7:30pm.

University of Guelph’s Arboretum Centre. For confirmation and updates please visit the website at www.guelphfieldnaturalists. org. *** Fergus Legion Branch 275 Ladies Auxiliary Bingo. Weekly Grand Prize $500. Thursday Nights. 7pm. Everyone welcome. *** The Puslinch Optimist Club Annual Fish Fry – 5-7:30pm at the Puslinch Community Centre in Aberfoyle. Adults $12, children $6. Tickets available at the door. Call 519-821-4256 for more information. *** Drive Thru Chicken BBQ. $12. 5-7pm. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Fergus. Call the church 519-843-3565. *** Euchre - St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest - 7:30pm $2.50 includes light lunch and prizes. *** Spaghetti Dinner in honour of Jim Murray, Moorefield Community Hall, 5-8:30pm. $12 adult, $6 child. All proceeds go to the Canadian Cancer Society. Contact 519-589-3308 for info. and advance tickets. *** Until May 14. Used Book Sale at the Rockwood Branch of Wellington County Library for 3 days only during regular Library hours. Please call 519-856-4851 for more information.

May 13

Spring Garage Sale. Melville United Church (Corner of St. Andrew St. W. and Tower St, Fergus) Friday & Saturday 8-4pm. *** Hillsburgh Baptist Church - Howell’s Fish Fry, 5-7pm., Continuous serving. Tickets available at 519-855-4572 or 519855-4228. Adults - $15, Children 6-12 - $8, under 5 - free. *** The Red Chevron Club & Offsuit presents A Benefit Show In Aid of Guelph Red Cross, Japan Earthquake/Tsunami Fund. 8pm. $10. *** Mapleton Historical Society Annual Meeting 7:30pm at Drayton Community Centre. Bob McEachern, from the Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum, will be speaking about Railways in Wellington. Everyone welcome.

May 14

The Rotary Club of Fergus – Elora semi formal Charity Ball with the Toronto All-Star Big Band. Cocktails 5:30pm, sit down dinner at 7pm at Centre Wellington Sportsplex. $65 per person (cash bar) includes admission, dinner, dance, demonstration, door prizes and a silent auction. Tickets may be obtained from Bruce Andrews 519-787-2271 or any other Fergus–Elora Rotarian you know!

Tickets 80% sold. *** Wellington County 4-H is hosting their Annual Beef BBQ & Silent/ Live Auction & Dance at the Alma Community Centre, Alma.

Music by Bill Beattie. Tickets $12 adult, $7 child 9 and under, 4 and under free. For tickets contact James 519-669-2025. *** Guelph Twp. Horticultural Soc. Plant Sale At Guelph Farmer’s Market, Guelph. 7am- noon. Donated plants to Ruby’s - 5628 Wellington Rd. 39 before Friday, May 13. ***

Arthur Horticultural Society Plant sale, draw & BBQ. 160 Tucker St. Arthur, 8am-12noon. Draw at noon. *** Headwaters Hospital Auxiliary Annual Teddy Bear Clinic. 10am to 1 pm. At Headwaters Hospital, Rolling Hills Drive, Orangeville.

In memory of Sonia Varaschin. *** Breakfast and Bake Sale St. Paul’s Anglican Church Mount Forest.

Sausage, eggs, pancakes, toast, jam etc. $7 per person. 8-11am.

Takeout available. *** Jammin’ at the Drayton Legion Branch 416. Come sing, play, dance or just enjoy - starts 2pm. *** Maryborough Horticulture Society Plant Sale and Bake Sale, Downtown Moorefield. *** Silent Auction, Belwood Hall 4pm. Proceeds go to St. John’s United Church, Belwood. To donate contact Heather Swaving at 519-843-2059 or Jane Cunningham at 519-843-7046. *** Guelph and Wellington County Master Gardeners Spring Plant Sale. Featuring locally grown hardy perennials, shrubs, trees and more from our members’ gardens. At The R. J. Hilton Centre, University of Guelph, 384 College Ave. East, Guelph, 9am- noon, rain or shine, free admission, parking on site, payment by cash or cheque. For more information call 519-824-4120 x56714. *** Garage sale at Knox Elora Presbyterian Church 8am. Info. 519846-0680. Something for everyone. *** Three Willows United Church Annual Plant & Garage Sale 8am1pm. Rain or Shine. Lots of Plants and expert gardeners to help with your choices. Garage Sale will offer books and many unique items for home & garden. *** Celebrate Spring! Concert and Dessert 7:30. Reformed Church, 72 Wellington St. Drayton. Proceeds to GEMS Esther School Building Project in Zambia. Musicians: Paul & Michel Allard, The Horst Sisters, Peter Schofield, Kara & Lindsay Shaw, No Strings Attached. Tickets: $20 from Irene Drost 519-338-2671. *** Old Time Dance 8pm - 12am. $10/person, light lunch provided.

Band - Country Troubadors. St. John Parish Centre, 160 Georgina St., Arthur. *** Fergus Horticultural Society’s Annual Plant Sale - Fergus Sportsplex, 8am- 12. Extensive collection of local perennials – new varieties/ old favourities, hybrid irises, ground covers and shade dwellers. Members will assist with specific plant and garden questions. Proceeds support community beautification. Info.

Kathy at 519-843-7703. *** Elora and Salem Horticultural Society’s Annual Spring Plant Sale.

8 - 11am. Old Salem Schoolhouse parking lot, “rain or shine”. *** 7am - Noon - Plant Sale - mostly perennials at Guelph Farmer’s Market by the Guelph Township Horticultural Society. Plant donations may be left at Ruby’s by Friday, May 13th, 6pm. 5628 Wellington Rd. 39. *** The Guelph Enabling Garden is hosting their annual Plant Sale in the Garden at Riverside Park, Guelph on from 9am-2pm. Plant donations needed! Pot up any perennials that you can spare from your garden - label with type and colour and drop them off at the Garden Friday 6:30 - 7:30pm. or early Saturday morning - for further information, please call Wendy Lewis at 519-824-5662.

Canadian Cancer Society Relay for Life Fundraiser Come enjoy an evening of family fun and get a preview of what you will hear at the 2011 Fergus Relay for Life featuring A mixture of rock and roll, Classic Rock, Oldies, Blues, Country, Alternative and a wee bit of Ireland.

Saturday May 7th, 2011, 7pm Centre Wellington District High School 905 Scotland Street, Fergus, Ontario All Ages Welcome, Light Refreshments available $10.00 per person Kids 12 and under are free when accompanied by an adult

Proudly supported by the Canadian Cancer Society- Relay for Life Committee in conjunction with the “KanKure Walkers” Relay Team For information, please call Terry Towells 519-843-4546 Tickets can be purchased at the door.

TORONTO - More than 19,618 people across Ontario walked to end multiple sclerosis at the MS Walk last week.

More than $4.4-million in pledges was raised. Proceeds will help provide services for local people with MS and their families, as well as fund research into the cause and

cure of multiple sclerosis.

The MS Society of Canada’s next fundraising event is the MS carnation campaign, which runs from May 5 7. That campaign helps kick off MS Awareness Month across Canada. More information is available at mssociety.ca, or by calling 1-800-268-7582.

Annual Art on the Street applications now online GUELPH – Guelph Arts Council and the Downtown Guelph Business Association are continuing their partnership to host this year’s art on the street exhibition and sale.

Elements of the community festival will be shared; the council will once again take the lead on managing the artists, while the association will continue to market and promote the event.

Art on the Street aims to spotlight talent in the local arts community, and has grown

in calibre of artist and scale of event since its inception in 2003. For the fourth year in a row, artists will showcase works in temporary, open-air studios that will line both sides of Quebec Street on July 16 from 10am until 5pm.

Artist applications are now available for download at www.downtownguelph.com and www.guelpharts.ca/guelphartscouncil or from the council and association offices, and from Wyndham Art Supplies.

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Here’s How it Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! Find the answer below.

Horoscopes - For the second week of May -

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, with so many things on your plate, it might seem as if nothing will ever get done. Separate things into manageable lists and tackle each project one at a time.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, even though you try hard, you cannot control everything.

You will have to go with the flow every now and then. It will help you develop a stronger character.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, take a few moments to analyze your preferences in friends.

Maybe you’re being too stringent.

It’s time to open up the options and make a few new ones.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, it’s time to put an end to an ongoing disagreement with a loved one. This feud is taking up too much energy that can be put toward better things.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, there are so many fun things in store that you can’t decide where to begin. Get started on the fun and make the most of the good times ahead.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, some people underestimate your abilities, but you can be quite a force when you set your mind to it. Continue to surprise others with your talents.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, devote lots of time to hanging out with friends this week. Others will flock to you and want to be in your presence. Enjoy the spotlight.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, without much on the docket, this week could prove a bit boring.

Instead of focusing on the negative side of having a lot of time, relish in the relaxation time.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Bad news arrives and catches you off guard, Virgo. Unless you can rebound quickly, it might take a lot of wind out of your sails for the time being.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Opportunities at work are many, Libra. You will be a rising star this week. Enjoy the notoriety while it lasts. If your salary is commissionbased, expect much.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, although you will be held accountable for something going on at work, the effects will actually work to your advantage. It’s good to be in the limelight.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, concentration proves difficult but you have to buckle down and get some important tasks accomplished.

PAGE SIXTEEN Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, May 6, 2011

April County Council Highlights • Warden White and members of County Council congratulated Bonnie Callen, County Museum and Archives Administrator on her retirement after 32 years working for the County of Wellington.

• The Centre Wellington Ontario Provincial Police Operations Centre held its grand opening ceremony on Friday, April 29.

• Local volunteers recognized by the Volunteer Centre of Guelph-Wellington were honoured at County Council for their outstanding community volunteer work.

• The Green Legacy Programme has received a $15,000 TD Green Street grant from TD Friends of the Environment and Tree Canada. Funding will go towards numerous planting projects this summer.

Crime Stoppers of Guelph-Wellington MULCH FUNDRAISER Saturday, May 7, 2011 from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

(In the plaza at Imperial Rd & Paisley Rd in Guelph)

CORRECTION

GREEN LEGACY TREE DISTRIBUTION DAYS

Saturday, May 14, 2011 from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

(Centre Wellington Sportsplex in Fergus)

GUELPH/ERAMOSA SATURDAY, MAY 7TH Rockmosa Hall and at Marden Municipal Garage 9:00 am - Food bank donations Contact: John Scott dunroamin@cogeco.ca

Colours Available: • Canada Red® • Bark Mulch

• Red Devil® • Mocha Brown® • Black Beauty® $5 per 2cu ft. bag (tax included) WHILE SUPPLIES LAST For more information, visit: www.crimestoppers-wellington.com.

WELLINGTON NORTH SATURDAY, MAY 14TH Kenilworth Works Yard 7490 Sideroad 7 West in Kenilworth 9:00 am - Donations to the Arthur Horticultural Society or the Mount Forest Horticultural Society Contact: Cathy Conrad cconrad@wellington-north.com

Plan early. Save money. Help fight crime in your community.

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DON’T FORGET

1st Electronics Recycling Event Day Saturday, May 7 Erin Community Centre, Erin

The Next Two Electronics Recycling Event Days in 2011 Saturday, May 14 - Harriston County Roads Garage 9160 Wellington Rd. 5, Harriston, 9 am - 3 pm Saturday, May 28 - Aberfoyle County Roads Garage 7396 Wellington Rd. 34, Aberfoyle, 9am - 3pm All Wellington County ratepayers may participate free-of-charge.

Cash and non-perishable food donations will be collected to support local food banks.

For more information, contact Solid Waste Services (SWS): 519.837.2601 or toll-free 1.866.899.0248.

SPRING ON THE TRAIL 2011

COUNTY MUSEUM ADMINISTRATOR RETIRES After 32 years with the County of Wellington, Bonnie Callen, County of Wellington Museum Administrator, retired on April 29.

A history graduate, Bonnie began her career at the Museum and Archive in 1979.

Bonnie’s leadership in this role has been instrumental in placing the Wellington County Museum and Archives at the forefront of the cultural and heritage community within the province. County Council and staff wish Bonnie all the best in this new and exciting chapter in her life.

Congratulations

Online Applications Workshop

Building Bridges and Connecting Communities

• Wellington

• Waterloo

• Perth

Kissing Bridge Trailway Saturday, May 14, 2011 10 am - 2 pm

Join us to celebrate spring on the trail and support the Kissing Bridge Trailway at the same time! Your $20 passport qualifies you for a chance to win the grand prize and participate in local events.

Additional prizes will also be awarded locally.

Proceeds will go directly towards the cost of trail building.

Ariss Events • family walk • choose your distance fun run and bike ride • trail bowling and more!

Today, more companies are using online application forms to recruit prospective job seekers. The Online Applications Workshop offered at the Wellington County Employment Resource Centre will show you how to successfully and accurately complete online forms.

This hands-on, activity based workshop is designed to enhance your online job search skills and increase your prospects of success! Intermediate computer skills and an electronic copy of your résumé are required.

The next workshop is scheduled for Tuesday, May 31 from 9:30am to 12:00pm. To register, or to learn more about the other employment related services available though the Employment Resource Centre, contact us at: 519.823.7887 or theerc@wellington.ca.

Questions? Sarah Wilhelm, Planner, at: sarahw@wellington.ca or 519.837.2600 x 2130.

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