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PAGE TWO Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, May 7, 2010

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS

Fergus Elora Retail Alliance (FERA) Shop Local program draw was held at Dreamland Pet & Equine in Elora. Making the draw is store owner Oscar Meier and Centre Wellington Township representative Kirk McElwain. The winner is Charlene Rhame of Elora who won a $50 gift certificate to Jester's Fun Factory in Fergus. The next FERA ballot drawn will be from Dr. Nancy Hopfner's office, Fergus. The following week (May 10-12) a ballot will be drawn from Fraberts Fresh Food. Thanks to all of the participating stores and all of the local shoppers.

Speedside Church Beef Supper Wed. May 19, 2010 5:00pm - 519-843-2351 6:30pm - 519-856-4567 Take-out available also at above numbers.

Adults $13 Children $6

Free Movie Night

FIREPROOF Saturday May 15 7:30pm Bethel Baptist Church 675 Victoria Terrace, Fergus If you are married, have been married or are contemplating marriage you should come and see this film!

Bring a Friend • FREE Popcorn & Pop

The ROTARY CLUB of Fergus Elora presents a CHARITY BALL with..

The TorontoStar BIG BAND All-

Saturday, May 8th at 7pm Sit down dinner | Centre Wellington Sportsplex, Fergus $60 per person (cash bar) | Semi-formal dress Dance demonstration, door prizes, silent auction For tickets call: Russ Spicer (519) 843-1632 Scott Giddy (519) 831-2537 or any Fergus Elora Rotarian you know!

Sunday May 16, 2010 Games start at 1pm - Doors open at 11am share the wealth package $15 - main program package $25 (both packages are required - extra strips available)

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

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

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

Saturday May 15 to Saturday May 29 during open hours. Longest Back Door Book Sale Ever! Wellington County Library – Fergus Branch will hold its annual Back Door Book Sale from Something for everyone! Fill a bag for $5. *** Theatre Centre Wellington presents Zombie Prom at Centre Wellington District High School. May 5 -8 at 7pm. General Admission. Adults $10, Seniors/Students $8. *** June 5& 6 - 5th Annual Erin Rodeo, at Erin Fairgrounds. Steak Dinner & Dance on Saturday night. For more info. call 519-8556303.

MAY 7 Optimist Club of Puslinch, Community Euchre. 7:30pm. At the Puslinch Community Centre. $3 per person. Refreshments provided. 50/50 draw. All Welcome. *** Live Band 8pm at The Red Chevron Club, 34 Elizabeth St., Guelph. Rock the night away with Thom Murray and Fugitive.

Everyone 19+ welcome. *** Taoist Tai Chi™ Open House- To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Taoist Tai Chi Society of Canada, the seniors of the Guelph location are hosting an Open House at 54 Cardigan St. Guelph, 12-2pm. Further details Tel: 519-836-7390. *** Fri. and Sat. Garage Sale. Melville United Church, St. Andrew St. W., Fergus, 8am-4pm, in the Fellowship Hall Downstairs.

Proceeds being directed to: "Burn the Bills".

Haiti, or Grand River All Breed Animal Rescue (G.R.A.B.)! For those interested in donating for the bake sale, please call 519-8435844. *** Huge indoor garage sale 8-12pm. Maranatha Christian school on Garafraxa street East in Fergus. Large selection of used goods, perennials and baking. 519-787-0823.

MAY 9 Mother's Day 5K run in Fergus starting at 9am. Proceeds of the run to benefit Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis. Participants may register at 479 St. Patrick St.,W. 7:30-8:45am. Runners and their families are invited to the awards ceremony, snacks and refreshments at Beattie Park following the run. *** Mother’s Day Tea. All are welcome to enjoy sandwiches and sweets between 1-4pm. At Edgewood Camp and Conference Centre, 49 Memorial Street Eden Mills. $8 in advance or $10 at the door. For tickets call 519-856-9622.

MAY 10 Harriston & District Horticultural Society meeting & Spring Flower Show. Harriston-Minto Auditorium, 7:30pm. Speaker: Shirley Kock of Gorrie, ON. Refreshments and door prizes. *** May 10 & 11- Saugeen Power Squadron is presenting VHS Radio Operator’s Course. Walkerton Library. Contact: Jim Hazlehurst 519-881-0415. fhazlehurst@sympatico.ca.

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The Rainbow Chorus concert, “Two Fires Singing” 8pm. at Harcourt United Church, 87 Dean Ave., Guelph. For more information, please visit our website www.rainbowchorus.ca or contact Marg at 519-836-0860. *** “It’s all Good” Benefit Dinner and Dance. Rockmosa Community Centre, Rockwood. Dinner 6pm, Dance 9pm. Adults $25 or $55 /couple; Seniors $25 or $45/couple; children 5-12, $12; preschoolers free. Call 519-856-9419 or 519-856-9650 for tickets or info. *** Fergus Elora Rotary Club Dinner and Dance with the Toronto All Star Big Band. Cocktails:6:30pm, Dinner: 7pm. Dress - semi formal/business. $60 /person. Tickets available from club members or Russ Spicer 519-843-1632, Scott Giddy 519-831-2537. *** Live band 2pm. The Red Chevron Club, 34 Elizabeth St., Guelph.

By popular demand, Thom Murray and Fugitive. Everyone 19+ welcome. *** Arthur Lions’ Club 13th Annual Duck Race. Activities, food booth, free hot dogs. Opens at 10am. Get your tickets from a Lions member. 519-848-5904. Race at 2pm. *** Arkell Community Yard Sale. Bargains and deals to be found!

7:30am-12noon. The sale covers Arkell Rd from Victoria Rd. S to Watson Rd. S. Rain or shine. Lots of treasures to be found. All ages welcome. *** MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Carnation Day. No Frills, Mount Forest, Ont. 9:30am- 2:30pm. 5 stem mini carnation bouquets $5. Potted carnations $5 each. Smiles Free.

Networking Cafe for Job Seekers 50 Years of Age and Over. Join fellow job seekers over coffee to share job leads and experiences.

Learn strategies. Free / Funded. Contact Lutherwood Adult Employment Services, 30 Wyndham St. N., Guelph. Call 519822-4141 for information. *** Mother - Daughter - Son Pot luck at Alma United Church, 6:30pm. Rebecca St., Alma. 519-846-5250. *** Youth Members of Guelph Township Horticultural Society make Rhubarb Leaf Stepping Stones at Pavilion 4. 7pm. Remember a leaf, and board to carry it home. Wear old clothes. Leader 519836-9535.

Wilbees Mothers Day Dance, Harriston Legion #296, Harriston, 9pm - 1am. Admission $12. For more information call 519-3382843. *** Euchre Tournament, Guelph Legion, 919 York Road, Guelph, 519-822-1565, a joint event being arranged between the LA Sports Committee and Branch Sports Committee. *** The Aberfoyle Junction 0-scale model railway show. 10am4:30pm. Adults $8, Seniors and Students $6, Children $5.

Aberfoyle, on the east side of Brock Road, just opposite the gravel company, 1.5 KM north of Hwy 401, exit #299. Watch for road signs. Call 519-836-2720. *** Old Time Dance 8pm - 12am. $10/person, light lunch provided.

Band - Country Troubadors. St. John Parish Centre, 160 Georgina St., Arthur. *** An Old Tyme Dance with some square dancing at Rockton Fair grounds. 7:30pm -12 midnight. Music by the Puslinch Country Squires from Aberfoyle with caller Jack Irwin. A cold finger-food Pot Luck lunch will be served at 10pm. Cost $8. Under 10 free.

Sponsored by the Hamilton Wentworth 4-H Association. For more information call Keith or Nora at 519-623-0219. *** Mother’s Day Spring Tea. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Alma. 3pm. $8 per person. Purchase tickets call 519-846-9266. *** Guelph Township Horticultural Society Plant Sale at the Guelph Farmer's Market. Donations of plants Friday May 7 by 6pm to Ruby. Call Secretary- 519-822-5289. *** Jammin at the Drayton Legion. 2-6pm.Come to sing, play, dance or just enjoy. *** Fundraising bake sale and barbecue at 735 Campbell Ave., Fergus.

8am. You choose your charity: "For His Glory" Orphanage in

MAY 12 Rockwood and District Lioness Euchre and Bridge Night.

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

Lunch and prizes to follow. *** Waterloo Rural Women annual spring Ladies Night Out at Woolwich Community Health Centre 7:30. Jennifer Moore talking on Container Gardening. Free, but please bring some perennial plants from your garden that can be exchanged for different specimens from someone else’s flower bed. Refreshments. Need more info. call 519-664-3794 ext. 237. *** Spark of Brilliance Centre 5th annual Fashion Show. 7:30-9pm Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex, Fergus. Contact Dianne at 519-843-5742 ext 561 for more information. *** Guelph Guild of Storytellers. Storytelling at the Boathouse. 8pm Come listen to tales new and old by the river. Short open mic time.

This month's theme “All that glitters”. Special Guest: Adwoa Badoe. Boathouse at 116 Gordon St. Donations graciously accepted. Not suitable for children. Sandy Schoen 519-767-0017. *** Euchre, Harriston, Legion #296, Harriston. 8pm. Light Lunch provided. $5 per person. Bring a Partner. For more information call 519-338-2843. *** Meeting of the Grand Quilt Guild 7:30pm at the Royal Canadian Legion Fergus, Ontario. Guest Speaker and Trunk show is Ruth Kennedy from Dancing Thread Longarm Quilting. Everyone Welcome. *** Greenfield Cemetery, Arthur: Annual Plot Holders Meeting, 7:30pm. Greenfield Cemetery Chapel.

MAY 13 Arthur Agricultural Society Directors meeting. 8:15pm. Lower Hall of the Arthur Community Centre. All welcome. *** Heritage Lecture #4: Elora Centre For the Arts; Heritage Centre Wellington: Our Past Tomorrow – conserving Centre Wellington’s historical buildings and landscapes. 519-846-9698. *** Euchre - St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest - 7:30 pm. $2.50 includes lunch and prizes. *** The Guelph Field Naturalists meet at the Arboretum, UofG 7:30pm. Tom Woodcock, Environmental Sciences Professor at the UofG will speak about The Canadian Pollination Initiative: Knowing our pollinators and their importance. Goodwill donations appreciated. *** Robert Bateman is coming to Erin. 7pm. Erin District High School Gym. Contact 519-833-9665 Ext. 520 for tickets.

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Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, May 7, 2010 PAGE THREE

Alex Mustakas Celebrating 20 years at the helm of Drayton Entertainment MUSTA KAS IN HURRA Y FOR H OLLYWO OD, 199 2

by Chris Daponte

DRAYTON - Looking back on 20 years at the Drayton Festival Theatre, Alex Mustakas can think of only one time he ever wondered if he was in over his head.

Drayton Entertainment’s artistic director and chief executive officer recalls in 1991 asking early theatre proponents like Ab Hesselink, Bruce Schieck, and John Green if the group could really pull off an ambitious first season that included three professional productions over nine weeks.

“We didn’t question it until about two days before the first show,” Mustakas said with a smile. “That was the only time.”

Premiering on July 1, 1991 under the direction of Alan Lund and starring Mustakas, Vaudeville was a successful kick-off to the inaugural season, which attracted 14,592 visitors to the village of Drayton.

“We knew after the first season we had something special,” Mustakas said.

Two decades later, Drayton Entertainment has become one of the largest and most successful theatre companies in Canada, entertaining about 225,000 theatregoers annually at six locations: the original Drayton theatre, the Huron Country Playhouse and Playhouse II in Grand Bend, King’s Wharf Theatre in Penetanguishene and the Schoolhouse Theatre and Country Playhouse in St. Jacobs.

“It’s the little theatre that grew, as it were,” noted Mustakas of the original location in Drayton.

He said Drayton Entertainment has come full circle, with ongoing renovations at the Drayton theatre coinciding with the company’s 20th anniversary.

“This theatre is the highlight for me,” Mustakas said of the 20-year milestone.

The renovations, which include improved access and sidewalks, brick work and an addition that will almost double the size of the stage and add an orchestra pit, should be completed by the end of this month.

“It’s going to open a world of opportunities for us and really enhance the theatre experience for our patrons,” he said.

Built in 1902, the historic building once housed Drayton’s municipal office, council chambers, library, fire hall, garage and jail.

The opera house on the second floor at one time was part of a theatrical touring circuit, Mustakas explained, featuring late comedic legend and Canadian actress Beatrice Lillie.

But by the 1980s the space was seldom used.

“Essentially the theatre sat in a time capsule for many, many years,” he said. It was revived in 1983 by The Drayton Community Players, a group of area

ALEX MUSTAKAS OUTSIDE THE DRAYTON THEATRE residents that staged two amateur shows annually until the theatre was closed for safety reasons in 1989.

That generated great debate locally about the future of the building.

Upon hearing talk of a possible demolition, a determined group of Drayton residents rallied to raise $110,000 to retrofit the facility to meet the fire code. Then debate heated up again about what exactly to do with the grand structure now that it was saved from the wrecking ball.

council.

“I couldn’t believe the positive response that night,” he said, adding the community again rallied to raise enough money to get started.

“It was just the right time, with the right people, in the right place.”

One of the first to speak in favour of Mustakas’ plan was Schieck, whose grandfather helped build the opera house and who remains the president of the board of directors.

Schieck spoke about the need for an artistic presence in

“If I’ve taught people in this area anything about theatre, they’ve taught me about community.”

- Alex Mustakas, on the people of Mapleton Township

Mapleton Mayor John Green said local councillors always wanted to do something with the building, but they had limited artistic ability.

Enter Mustakas, who after attaining a Masters degree in arts administration from City University in London, England, wanted nothing more than to open a “country playhouse” in small-town Ontario.

“This was the perfect opportunity,” he said.

Green relayed that after several meetings, early theatre proponents felt Mustakas was “a bright and talented young man” who not only wanted very much to start his theatrical career in Drayton, but also had a long-term vision for the facility.

In fact, within seconds of an opera house tour with Jean Campbell, Mustakas could envision great things for the old building.

“I couldn’t believe it ... Here was this beautiful opera house basically at the crossroads of two county roads,” he recalled.

On Sept. 1, 1990 Mustakas presented his vision to mem, 1991 bers of the comDEVILLE! KAS, VAU A T munity and a S U M ND AND committee of ALAN LU

the area to compliment the already established sports community - and others at the meeting echoed that sentiment.

The 385-seat theatre now employs about 30 people every summer, welcomes over 40,000 patrons each year and has become the artistic foundation locally that Schieck and others envisioned 20 years ago.

Mustakas, despite all the company’s accolades, remains humble and re-directs any praise for the theatre’s success to the people in the community and Drayton Entertainment’s staff and board of directors.

“I tend to get way too much credit,” he said. “This thing is a success because of the grassroots.”

He specifically mentioned the important roles played by Hesselink, Schieck, Green and Campbell, as well as Ron Ellis, Neil Aitchison, Allan Cherrey, Bob Thurston, Kathy Watt and Reta Weber - many of whom are still directors or involved with the company in another capacity.

In the beginning, those individuals - and many others like them - not only provided financial and moral support, but also helped fill a myriad of positions, from greeters to ushers, to laundry and technical support.

Yet the influence of Mustakas has always been unmistakable and invaluable.

Born in Cyprus, an island in the Mediterranean Sea located south of Turkey, Mustakas’

family immigrated to Canada in 1966, when he was just six years old, and settled in the Kitchener-Waterloo area.

For as long as he can remember, Mustakas always wanted to be in theatre.

“It sort of ran in the family,” he suggests, mentioning his uncle, Sotiris Moustakas, who was such a famous actor in Greece that he received a state funeral after his death in 2007.

Alex attended high school at Eastwood Collegiate Institute and despite the influence of Sotiris’ success, at the urging of his father, Alex studied business at Wilfrid Laurier University.

He remembers one day presenting his father with his economics degree and telling him, “Now I’m going to do what I want to do,” before heading off to England to study arts administration.

But Mustakas, who now lives in West Montrose with his wife, Jackie, and two children, has no regrets about his early education.

As noted by Green, most theatre companies require two individuals to fill the artistic director and CEO roles, but thanks to Mustakas’ expertise in both theatre and business, Drayton Entertainment requires just one.

Moreover, his two-pronged expertise also makes Mustakas perfectly suited for Drayton Entertainment’s business model.

“We try to balance artistic integrity with fiscal responsibility,” he said. “We’ve never forgotten the basics.”

While thankful for the company’s corporate sponsors and locals who support theatre fundraisers, Mustakas explains the true cost of producing the high quality shows for which the company is known is not reflected in the $35 ticket price.

He added the company receives no funding whatsoever from the Canadian Arts Council and uses other grants for capital upgrades only.

Drayton Entertainment is able to remain relatively selfsustaining in part by rotating shows between venues, which benefits actors and can save money in costumes, props, lighting and sets.

And after becoming one of the greatest theatrical success stories in the country, Drayton Entertainment is able to draw “the cream of the crop” when it comes to actors, musicians, directors and choreographers.

“In the beginning, no one knew where Drayton was,” Mustakas chuckles.

But as Green can attest, they certainly do now. In his travels throughout province, whenever the mayor mentions his hometown, people usually comment on the theatre.

“It certainly put Drayton on the map,” Green said of the the opera house. “It’s built quite a reputation over the last 20 years.”

Ironically, being located in a small village in rural Ontario that was previously unknown to many patrons has worked in favour of the Drayton theatre.

“We kind of under-promise and over-deliver,” he said, noting many theatregoers are unsure what to expect talent wise, and walk away blown away by the performances.

“At the end of the day, it’s about the theatre experience,” he said, adding Drayton Entertainment staff are sticklers for detail.

“What patrons see on stage is the icing on the cake.”

And Mustakas expects a new 15,000 square foot facility in Cambridge - to be completed next year - to further enhance the experience for Drayton Entertainment theatregoers.

The new building will house a state-of-the-art, yearround performing arts complex and also facilitate the consolidation of the company’s production facilities in Grand Bend and its administration headquarters in Drayton.

“We needed a hub,” Mustakas said, adding the goal is to rehearse every show in Cambridge to ease the quick transition between shows at each venue.

“This will let us breathe a little bit ... [and] will really strengthen what’s happening in Drayton.”

It always seems to come back to Drayton.

The historic venue, quaint community, quality and value of the productions and a nice drive to the country all combine to help keep seats filled in the Drayton theatre, Mustakas said.

But to this day, every time he has a speaking engagement, the first thing he mentions is the people in the community, whose dedication, vision and selflessness helped spawn one of the country’s greatest theatrical success stories.

“It’s about the relationships we’ve built,” he said. “If I’ve taught people in this area anything about theatre, they’ve taught me about community.”

For more information on Drayton Entertainment, including the 2010 season, visit draytonentertainment.com.

PAGE FOUR Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, May 7, 2010

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ENTERTAINMENT Fourth annual SharpCuts Festival has four days of entertainment starting this week GUELPH – The SharpCuts Indie Film and Music Festival returns for its fourth year this weekend, with an expanded line-up and old favourites for the first spring edition.

This year’s festival will unroll over five days, from May 5 to 9 and can be seen at various venues across Guelph including The Bookshelf Cinema, The Red Brick Café, Galaxy Cinemas Guelph, and the underground movie and music venue, The Synnema.

The festival began with the comedy Kick-Off on May 5 at 7pm. In a night dedicated to comedy on screen and live on stage, several independent short films were presented in two sets, while in-between

there was some improv and stand-up routines.

The traditional Friday Night Fright Night moves a day earlier this year as May 6 marks the Thursday Night Thriller at 7pm. Offering the usual collection of scary shorts and chilling thrillers, the night will be capped off by the Guelphpremiere of Adam Green’s Frozen, a chilling story of three people trapped on a chair lift, which opened to great acclaim at this past year’s Sundance Festival.

May 7 will introduce fans to Freestyle Friday, which will begin at 9pm. Independent musicians will create melodies together, on the fly, with zero rehearsal time, courtesy of the

Area Metis artist built a canoe for a raffle ARTHUR - A Metis artist living here has built a canoe that is being raffled off to aid the Grand River Community Métis Council as a fundraiser.

Marcel Labelle, an Arthur artist, is a descendant of the Algonquin and French settlers.

After taking a spiritual journey across the country, Labelle had dreams where his ancestors taught him the skills needed to make them a reality.

His dream was to build something of incredible beauty and strength; a craft that has been instrumental in the discovery of this land and its indigenous people.

A giant birch tree Labelle found in the forests of his hometown, Mattawa, helped him with his task. The tree had been struck by lightning and it became Niimki, Lightning Spirit.

His 14-foot craft is made entirely of natural materials cedar wood, birch and its bark, spruce roots, and gum.

Tickets are $20, and they are being sold until 4 June, and can be purchased by contacting barbara.gingras@hotmail.com.

Only 2,499 tickets are available, with the draw being held on June 5.

Guelph Improvised Music Series. The night will also feature new music videos from Nameless KX and The Ascot Royals, and the short film Stargazers’ from Singapore.

The Friday events take place at The Synnema, at 121 Wyndham Street Suite 106, in Downtown Guelph.

On May 8 starting at noon at the Bookshelf Cinema, the festival partners with Science Rendezvous to present a fun, interactive, and thought-provoking science journey through media called ScienceCuts.

People can see some of the greatest – and most disastrous – science moments in film, hear science-inspired acoustic sets from renowned musicians, and join maverick filmmakers and scientists for a lively debate about science in pop culture.

Following that, SharpCuts’ presents two sets of dramas and hot button documentaries starting at 1:45pm.

Film makers will be on hand to discuss their films and

answer questions.

Following the Saturday showcase, join the festival’s filmmakers and organizers for a drink and a nosh as organizers toast the festival and its films at the Red Brick Café on Douglas Street at 9pm. Also, jury and audience choice award winners will be announced.

To complete the festival, the May 9 afternoon is dedicated to the screening of the second annual Blended Film Challenge.

Over a dozen high school teams from Guelph, Cambridge, and Erin are participating in this year’s challenge as they attempt to blend three randomly selected film genres into one short film. This year’s screening will take place the Guelph Galaxy Cinemas at 2pm with the winners and the awarding of the SharpCup to take place immediately following the screening.

For more information, contact Adam A. Donaldson at 519-731-3029 or email to adam adonaldson @gmail. com.

High Fashion - Vicki Vriens and Ian Dinsale show off some fashions showcased at Sussman’s of Arthur’s second annual fashion show fundraiser on April 14. With the support of the 137 attendees to the event, $1630 was raised, which will benefit the Arthur Public School and St. John Catholic School nutrition programs. photo by Faye Craig

All That Jazz is final season show for band GUELPH - On May 30, the Guelph Concert Band, with conductor Colin Clarke, will hold its final concert of the 2009-2010 season.

All That Jazz will be performed at 3pm at Harcourt

Memorial United Church, 87 Dean Avenue.

Special guests will include Brent Rowan and Marion Samuel-Stephens.

Tickets will be available at the door. They are $15 for

adults, $10 for seniors and university students, $5 eyeGO and children.

The show will feature the laid back sound of jazz favourites including A Night in Tunisia, Birdland, It Don’t

Mean a Thing, Lazy River, and many others.

For more information, visit www.guelphconcertband.org or info@guelphconcertband.org.

60 Years of Canada’s Premier Fiddle Championship SHELBURNE - The 60th Canadian Open Old Time Fiddle Championship takes place here Aug. 4 to 8.

Sponsored by the Shelburne Rotary Club, the event features Canada’s top fiddlers in competition for more than $17,000 in prizes.

Community events in conjunction with the championship include camping, a giant fiddle parade featuring the Metropolitan Toronto Police Winged Wheels, an

open air market, non-denominational church service, meals served 24 hour a day, and a community barbecue.

New this year will be a Saturday morning fiddle jam (in addition to the Friday morning one) and a fiddle and stepdancing show following the parade on Saturday afternoon.

Scott Woods returns On Aug. 5 at 7:30pm, Shelburne welcomes back Canadian Open Old Time Fiddle Champion and

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LCD TV’s Highland Sight & Sound 125 St. Andrew St. W, Fergus 519-843-2050 Open Tues.-Sat.

Canadian Grand Masters Fiddle Champion Scott Woods, of Fergus.

Two-time winner of the Canadian Open contest, twotime winner of the Canadian Grand Masters championships, and Canadian Fiddle Entertainer of the Year are perhaps Woods’ most-prized titles, but he has won competitions and performed throughout Canada, the United States and Europe.

Woods can turn somersaults and step dance while playing the fiddle. For seven years he was the musical director and played the part of Don Messer in Memories of Don Messer’s Jubilee which toured extensively in Canada. For more information about Woods, visit www.scottwoods.ca. *** The championship starts with playdowns on Aug. 6 at 1pm and 7pm at the Shelburne arena. Classes that will compete in the afternoon include the young (9 and under, 12 and

under) and (56 and over). The evening features the remaining classes.

The contest finals are on Aug. 7 at 6:30pm, and will feature entertainment by several young fiddle and stepdancing groups, as well as the recently revived judges’ showcase. In recognition of the 60th anniversary of the championship, past champions will also perform as part of the Saturday evening entertainment.

Tickets include: - an event package at $40 for adults: $40 and $20 for children12 and under); - Scott Woods Show, Aug. 6, 7:30pm, adults: $20 and children: $10 (12 and under); - Competition playdowns, adults $10 and children: $3; - fiddle championship, adults: $20 and children,$10.

Tickets are available by phone at 519-925-8620.

For more information visit www.shelburnefiddlecontest. on.ca.

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, May 7, 2010 PAGE FIVE

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ENTERTAINMENT Philharmonic choir announces Vuorinen will be artistic director, conductor KITCHENER – The Grand Philharmonic Choir here has announced the appointment of Mark Vuorinen as its new artistic director and conductor as of the 2010-11 season.

Vuorinen is a rising star in the Toronto choral music world, where he directs the acclaimed Toronto Chamber Choir. He is earning his Doctor of Musical Arts Degree from University of Toronto. He is also the George Black Fellow in Sacred Music at Church of the Redeemer in Toronto.

Vuorinen has strong ties to Waterloo Region. He grew up here and earned his Bachelor of Music degree from Wilfrid Laurier University. He has conducted choirs at WLU and University of Waterloo, and was director of music at St. John’s–Kilmarnock School in

Breslau for five years. “It is a tremendous honour to be asked to become the next artistic director and conductor of this wonderful organization,� Vuorinen said. “The Grand Philharmonic Choir has played an important part in my own musical formation. Having grown up in KitchenerWaterloo, I regularly attended performances with the choir, particularly those on Good Friday. At that time, I was hearing many of these masterworks for the first time; they had a profound effect on me then, as now.�

Vuorinen succeeds Howard Dyck, who is retiring this summer after an illustrious 38-year career of building the choir into a musical force that regularly showcases the world’s top soloists and performs the most

MARK VUORINEN challenging repertoire. “I am delighted to be handing the reins of this proud organization to a dynamic young conductor,� Dyck said. “I want to encourage the community to

support Mark Vuorinen in the same positive way that it supported me.�

John Cripton, the Grand Philharmonic Choir board member who led the search for a new artistic director, said Vuorinen is the ideal candidate to continue Dyck’s legacy. “Mark's training and experience and his artistic sensitivity are a perfect match for this unique music ensemble,� said Cripton. "I have been associated with the Grand Philharmonic for almost five years now and I continue to marvel at the high standards of repertoire selection and performance of this choir. Waterloo Region surely must know what an artistic gem it has thanks to the steadfast work of Howard Dyck."

Vuorinen praised Dyck for building the choir into “one of

City to host horseshoe championship GUELPH - The Ontario provincial doubles horseshoe tournament will be held on June 12 and 13 and hosted by Royal Canadian Legion Colonel John McCrae Memorial Branch 234, at 919 York Road here.

This will be the sixth time hosting the championships (three doubles and three singles matches), with 1991 being the biggest Ontario singles championship in the province’s history.

Visitors will have the opportunity to see some of the top players, including some who play at the world championship level, including the city’s own Tommy Gallina, who finished in sixth place at the world championships last year in Springfield Illinois, and is part of last year’s provincial doubles championship team.

He will be partnered with Charlie Fromm, of Maryhill – a three time Canadian champion in the senior men’s singles.

Guelph has hosted some of the biggest horseshoe events in Ontario history. All spectators are welcome each day of the competition.

Game related sales will be displayed each day. Some of the finest displays of Canadian made horseshoes will be for sale, as well as clothing and accessories to support the

Ontario Horseshoe Organization.

Contact Tom Gallina at 1519-824-3531, Pat McBratney

1-519-856-1299 or president Maurice Ferris 519-822-1565 for more details.

Thank You Citizens of Guelph and Wellington County, thank you for your support of the Rotary Forest. Seeing so many people, particularly young families, at our third Earth Day event was heart warming.

Watching the empty field being transformed into a new forest that stretched into the distance was inspiring.

Thank you to all the volunteers who came out to plant. Thank you to the groups, like the Boy Scouts and Girl Guides, that organized themselves – your photos and GPS readings will be out soon!

the finest symphony choruses in the country. “He has brought the great masterworks to the Waterloo Region and introduced some of Canada’s finest soloists to this community. “I am excited to return to Waterloo Region to lead the Grand Philharmonic Choir into its next chapter.�

The search for Dyck’s replacement began last summer and reached across North America.

The search committee included outside experts from the academic and music com-

munity as well as choir and board members.

The choir is preparing for its performance of the Verdi Requiem on May 8 at 7:30 pm. at Centre in the Square. That will be its final concert under Dyck’s leadership, with a cast of renowned soloists and the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony.

Following the performance, there will be a gala reception on stage to say farewell to Dyck.

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Couples will also have an opportunity to see a spectacular butterfly garden at St. James Anglican Church on Queen Street, which can provide a beauti-

ful backdrop for outdoor wedding services, or for spectacular photos of the bridal party on the big day.

There will be a wedding fashion show at Elegant Affairs Bridal during the day, and of course, there are many top notch photographers in the community and they will be accepting bookings during the tour as well.

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A magical display of lighting options awaits you at FASHION LIGHTING It has been 32 years since Lui opened up his store on Gordon Street in Guelph, and Fashion Lighting very quickly established itself as one of the leading independent lighting stores in the Wellington County area.

Lui is retired now, but apparently still keeps an eye on things at his store`. His daughter Paula and his son Luke proudly carry on the family tradition. “Dad still thinks he holds the reins, but his customers say otherwise” said Paula, with a laugh.

“And that comment would certainly prompt a response from Dad,” Luke added, joining in the laughter.

Things were a little different back when Lui started, of course.

Although lighting always had trends in fashion, lighting in the home was very much just a general necessity, with little thought going into the fixtures and fittings in the home and workplace.

That has all changed.

Nowadays, lighting is not only a necessity, but increasingly a crucial part of home design and presentation, as well as workplace comfort. It is being increasingly considered in every application, from kitchen to bedroom and from showroom to office.

Lighting, done properly, can make an incredible difference to the look of your home and your business. Light has been proven to affect our moods and our sense of well-being. The folks at Fashion Lighting know how to do lighting prop-

erly, and the store is truly a magical display of lighting options.

It has to be said that Paula, Luke and their staff are themselves an excellent advert for light therapy! The ambience and friendliness at Fashion Lighting is not forced or practiced, but totally natural and relaxed. Spring, Jeremy and Viktor assist Paula and Luke in the store, and the camaraderie of the team is admirable.

“We have amazing staff,” said Paula.

“We love them, and so do our customers!” There is a genuinely warm atmosphere at Fashion Lighting that further compliments the warm glow from the myriad of lights.

The choice of products at Fashion Lighting is remarkable. Crystal chandeliers sparkle alongside chrome and wrought iron. There are ceiling fixtures, table lamps, floor lamps, pot lights, halogen lights, wall sconces, bathroom lighting - there is a lighting choice for any taste and any situation.

From the downtown swanky condo to the rustic lakeside cottage - if you don't find what you are looking for the staff will do their best to help you find it.

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If you are looking to smarten up an existing lamp, you might want to check out the lampshades, and if you need to have your lamp repaired, you can take it into Fashion Lighting as well.

Great staff, great service, and amazing product.

It is no wonder that the store has been voted Guelph’s Favourite Lighting Store for the past five years. Luke’s 13 year old son is already talking about the day when he can begin working in the store, carrying on the family tradition to the next generation. Lui has every reason to be very proud of what he started.

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The folks at Fashion Lighting don’t just sell light fixtures. They also offer welcome advice on how to get the best from those fixtures. For example, if you are buying a new home, you can take the floor plans into Fashion Lighting and consult with the team for suggestions and ideas.

On the fun side of things, the store also hosts an annual “Ugly Lamp Competition”. This increasingly popular contest is coming up fairly soon.

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Centre Wellington Chamber events NETWORKING BREAKFASTS Wednesday, May 19th at the Elora Mill Inn, CW Chamber Annual General Meeting. Please note change of date. Guest speaker is Stuart Johnston of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce speaking on Advocacy..

Wednesday, June 30th at JJ’s Family Dining, Dave Rushton will be speaking on Manufacturing. All Breakfasts start at 7:30 am. Cost $15 for Members and $20 for Future Members.

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS - BAH Wednesday, May 12th. Festivals BAH at Chamber Office, featuring Deb Dalziel, Tourism Coordinator updating us on the upcoming summer events!

Wednesday, June 16th, Wrap Up BBQ. Business After Hours generally start at 5:30 pm and are FREE to attend – you only need to RSVP to host when event is advertised.

OTHER EVENTS WARDEN’S EVENING a new event will take place on Wednesday, May 19th at the Elora Legion. $25 per person. RSVP 519-843-5140 or call rscarrow@cwchamber.ca 12TH ANNUAL CHAMBER GOLF DAY is Wednesday, June 9th at WildWinds Golf Course. Start getting your team together now and plan for a great day of golf and networking!

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by David Meyer C. WELLINGTON TWP. Sometimes people don’t even notice them, and other times they seem a blight on the landscape.

Municipal officials can tell people one thing about them, and that is signs are really difficult to regulate.

So when Centre Wellington Building Inspector Bob Foster faced 40 people at a sign bylaw open house over six hours on April 28, he had a little hope that the bylaws from the old municipalities that make up the current township might finally be merged.

He said in an interview last week he was just totalling up the questionnaires that had been filled in, seeking opinions on the draft bylaw.

In one case, he was already planning to recommend a change to the proposal. That dealt with Open House signs. The proposal was to limit them to 4.2 square feet, but most realtors have signs that are 2-by 3-feet, and Foster said he has no argument with that.

Given the different types of signs and the new technology that is creating even more types of signs and advertising, sign bylaws are said to be even thicker and more complicated than zoning bylaws and official plan documents. Foster has been preparing sign bylaws since the mid-1990s and is very familiar with them - and the perils of trying to get them approved.

He said this time he received 10 completed questionnaires and three letters about the township proposal.

The township had a number of principals that it considered when creating the draft bylaw: - one size does not fit all, so some parts of the township have characteristics that warrant exceptions and limitations; - the visual quality of the sign matters to the overall community image and site development character; and - the cumulative effects of signs matter, and sign clutter results in a poor civic image.

The result of those principals means some areas of the township will be permitted certain types of signs, and others will not.

There are new “dark sky� and energy conservation for new signs.

Foster said that has already happened in some areas. “We’re not the first� he said of trying to contain light on the property it is situated. He said new light signs within 100 feet of a property might face limits on their power and size.

Further, the township does not want “running text� in signs. The text

should simply pop up, stay put to be read, and then can disappear. It should not be running across a screen.

Foster said there will be a phase in period to allow people to adopt to the new rules and regulations once they are accepted by council.

The draft bylaw, which is posted on the township’s website, contains new definitions of all types of signs, from billboards to wayfinding signs.

One of the first rules is nobody shall permit a sign to be erected anywhere, public or private property, without a sign permit obtained from the township.

No sign is permitted to hang over a township road allowance, street, or sidewalk without permission of the township’s Director of Public Works.

Further, just to demonstrate how complicated sign bylaws can get, the township does not require a permit for real estate and garage sale signs, open house directional signs, contractor signs, farm produce signs, or temporary personal signs.

Also in that group are charitable, non-profit fundraising signs erected on street frontage, and non illuminated trespassing, warning, or safety signs.

Some signs are prohibited, including abandoned signs, banner signs, flashing, revolving, or animated signs, electronic media signs incorporating moving message boards, variable message signs, tickers, and video boards, any unauthorized signs or posters on utility poles, pedestals, or enclosings, as well as progressive signs.

There are rules governing heritage properties.

Any sign that does flash electronic text must keep that text in place for two minutes.

One significant change was made for overhanging projecting signs from businesses. They have been allowed in Elora for many years, but not in Fergus. Now, they will be allowed in the Fergus downtown, with strict guidelines about height and weight, and including all safety factors, as well as the property owner indemnifying the township for any damages that could result from the sign being over a public way.

Billboards will be permitted only on industrially designated lands, highway commercial, or agricultural lands, and there are numerous regulations to meet for them.

Foster said one of the biggest and most contentious issues is mobile signs. Some business operators like them, but the township wants them regulated. None can be on township properties such as road allowances.

Further, in the new bylaw, the proposal is they can be used for 30 days at a

time, twice a year, with a minimum of 30 days between those uses.

The exception to that is Tower Street South in Fergus, where they will be permitted up to three times per year.

Foster said some want more.

Others have agreed to make the signs immobile by burying the wheels, and he cited a number of cases where that has already been done.

Even then, there must be no moving type, illumination, or flash displays from them - or any mechanical features that would display motion.

The draft bylaw has strict criteria for their placement, and has banned the use of them in the Fergus and Elora downtown areas, set limits on the height of the letters, and banned colours on the text or backgrounds.

Sidewalk signs for businesses are permitted only in the central business districts and must be removed at the end of each business day. They must also be professionally made, with one sidewalk sign per business on the street, and with strict placement rules.

There are also strict rules governing the use of awnings that advertise businesses.

Foster also drafted provisions for existing signs. They are legal unless they are removed or substantially altered. Then, they fall under the bylaw. Regular maintenance or repair is permitted.

The township reserves the right to remove abandoned signs without notice.

Existing third party billboards on public road allowances may be permitted, provided they are relocated onto adjacent private property within 12 months of the passing of the bylaw.

Further, they must have permits and may not be enlarged when moved.

Those third party billboards already on private property may remain if well maintained, but they cannot be substantially altered or increased in size.

All other third party billboards will be removed within one year of the passing of the bylaw.

There are even provisions for exclusions to the bylaw for minor variances.

The public is even being asked to submit personal lists of signs that they find distasteful or offensive. Foster said in his report that even those who did not attend the open houses are welcome to submit their thoughts on the issue. The report also included photos of sign clutter with the noted that such things are what the bylaw is designed to prevent.

Foster said the township will take all comments into consideration before preparing a final draft to take to council for approval.

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New Business – Fergus Pools, 275 Gordon St, Unit 7 & 8, Fergus.

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A new era We are in the early stages of a new era for farming. It is based on the gradual reduction of government subsidies, new techniques in farming, the globalization of demand, and changes in consumption patterns.

The farming industry in Canada, and particularly in the United States and in the European Union, have relied on major government assistance. In view of the huge deficits everywhere, government support programs, of necessity, are being reduced. Despite popular approval in the farming community, government funding no longer can continue.

The very small farm no longer is efficient and cannot compete. The costs of machinery and fertilizers are so onerous that only the medium-sized farm can afford to be operating. The very small farm simply will disappear.

One could draw parallels with the demise of the small shopkeeper or the local garage, and with the perhaps painful but necessary adjustment of others caught up in a time of tremendous change.

There are inevitable reforms in farming that are coming. Modern technology means that input costs have soared, and efficiency requires that only the most productive can compete.

That trend has been underway for decades, but is accelerating.

Nowadays, it should be noted that the medium-size farm usually is more productive than the Soviet-style huge farm.

However, as farming itself ceases in many areas to be the mainstay of some rural economies, questions about the future of rural regions as a whole are raised. Yet, there are a few tentative answers emerging. For example, in Ontario an Agriculture Stabilizing Coalition is working on the development of programs to stabilize the farming industry. Adjustments to help the displaced farmer will entail using farmland for leisure activities, something our increasingly urban population needs and wants. Also, farmers must change their production to cater to more organic farming and the trends to bio-fuels.

Governments must do something so that medium-size farms are not shut out of deals with food processors, such as the frozen food industry. Now, by tied contracts, usually only the very large farms have been able to work with these processors. That must change, and with new government regulations, others should be able to compete for this business.

Global demand for food is rising exponentially, and Canada should be more able to participate in this trend.

More needs to be done.

These reforms can be accomplished, once it is recognized that reforms are critically important.

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Congratulations to

Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce 2010 Award of Excellence Winners you are ... OUTSTANDING IN YOUR FIELD Photos Courtesy of Bill Longshaw

COMMUNITY AWARD OF MERIT - Scotiabank Back Row: Sponsor Graham Giddy, Debbie Rushton, Robin Van Heeswyk, Shelley Spies (Scotiabank Manager), Rose McConnell, Pat Crowder, Paul Martin (sponsor Edge Realty) Front Row: Malcolm Crooks (sponsor Edge Realty), Ann Palmer, Stacey Locklin

CORPORATE CITIZEN OF THE YEAR Dave Hammond of A.O. Smith - Sponsor with winner Jake Doering

PRESIDENT’S AWARD Sue Hosking of Fergus Figure Skating Club with CWCC president Michael Weinstein and Katherine Tersigni of Reid’s Heritage Homes - Sponsor

CITIZEN OF THE YEAR Mayor Joanne Ross-Zuj presented the Citizen of the Year award to John Wheatley.

AGRICULTURE/AGRI BUSINESS AWARD Tracy and Jim Coneybeare of Coneybeare Honey Paul Walker of Grand River Agriculture Society - Sponsor

YOUTH CITIZEN OF THE YEAR Centre Wellington councillor Walt Visser made the presentation to this year’s winner, Amanda Shore.

BUSINESS BEAUTIFICATION AWARD Terry & Christina Quarrie of Wellington North Tire.

Sponsored by Grant & Acheson, LLP

CUSTOMER SERVICE EXCELLENCE AWARD Elora Racquets & Fitness.

Jan Tebbutt - Bell Sponsor with Luke Doering, Jake Doering, Colin Pinchin

YOUTH ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR Yanna Hanscomb, left, received the award on behalf of her sister, Imke, from Jana Reichert, of the Waterloo Wellington Community Futures Development Corporation.

SPORT ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Chris Taylor, Lynda Waterhouse of Fergus Curling Club with Helen Orok - Collins Barrow, Sponsor

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LONG TERM SERVICE AWARDS 25 Years: Bert’s Service Centre, Gorge Karate Dojo, Hilltop Variety 40 Years: Gibson’s Welding, Lloyd Scott Enterprises, Shopper’s Drug Mart - Fergus, Harrcroft Acres Ltd., Centre Wellington Welcome Wagon, Zehr’s Fergus.

SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR Fraberts Fresh Food, Derek Roberts and Jackie Fraser with Sponsor, Barney Tracy

Cultural Arts award of merit The Elora Arts Centre From left: Arlene Saunders, Roisine Gormley, Lena Nudds, Jeff Ostic, and Centre Wellington councillor Shawn Watters.

TOURISM IMPACT AWARD - The Drew House Janet Vallery (sponsor), Roger Dufan and Kathleen Stanley of The Drew House, Don Vallery - Highland Pines Campground (Sponsor)

ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE AWARD Hugh Calderwood - TD Canada Trust (Sponsor) with Randall Howard and Don Eaton of Elora Environmental Centre

Thank You On behalf of our dedicated office staff, reporters, sales people, graphic designers, mailroom, drivers and carriers we say thank you to The Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce selection committee and those who nominated us for Large Business of the Year

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LARGE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR The Wellington Advertiser was named the large business of the year with more than 15 employees. From left: presenter Mark Burton of RBC. Publisher Bill Adsett, Editor and General Manager Dave Adsett, and Paul Craven of RBC (Sponsor).

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, May 7, 2010 PAGE ELEVEN

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MAY 14 Spring Performance 2pm at Victoria Park Seniors Centre. by “The Victoria Park Players” and “The Victoria Park Ensemble”.

Donations accepted. Please call the Centre at 519-787-1814 for information and to register. *** Karaoke 8pm. The Red Chevron Club, 34 Elizabeth St., Guelph.

Everyone 19+ welcome. *** Trinity United Church, 70 Mill St., E. Acton. Presents: "A Lively European Holiday" in music with Deb Misner-Jones. 7:30pm.

Refreshments with a European flavor. $15. For tickets call the church 519-853-2090. *** All you can eat Wings at Arthur Legion, 6-8pm. $12.

MAY 15 Elora and Salem Horticultural Society’s Spring Plant Sale, 8am.

Salem Schoolhouse Parking Lot - Corner of 7 and 18. Donated plants can be dropped off at the Salem Schoolhouse Thurs. or Fri. by 8pm. For more info.call Claude Lacroix 519 843-31310. *** The Upper Credit Humane Society Book Fair 10am- 5pm and Sunday, May 16th, 12 – 4pm at Georgetown Market Place, 280 Guelph Street (Hwy.#7), Georgetown. Donated books can be left at Thrift Shop in the Moore Park Plaza (Georgetown) www.uppercredit.com. *** Open Stage with Gord Machen and Friends 2pm. Everyone is welcome to join Gord on stage for an afternoon of great fun and music! 19+. *** General Store- Bluegrass and Gospel Band performs at Mimosa United Church, 5980 Wellington Rd. #26. 7pm. Tickets $15 each and include refreshments. Presale only, call Gerry 519-855-4630.

All proceeds to Haiti/Chile earthquake relief. *** Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Melville United Church, Fergus, 7pm. Piano accompaniment by Matthias Schmidt plus lots of local talent. Freewill. Elevator accessible. Free parking. 519-843-1781. *** Attic Treasures Sale at Burns Presbyterian Church, 155 Main St., Erin. This mostly indoor sale is famous for quality items, home baking, plants and the McBurns Breakfast. 8am - noon. Rain or shine. *** Centre Wellington Preschool is holding an Open House and Mom to Mom Sale. 8am. Families can come meet the teachers, check out classroom, register for fall programs and be part of the Mom to Mom sale. Advanced registration is required and tables are $10.

Please call 519-840-0614 to register for tables. *** Breakfast and Bake Sale. St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Mount Forest. 8-11am, $7. *** Mulch Sale Fundraiser 8am - 1pm, Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex. Come out and support Guelph Wellington Crime Stoppers in their 1st annual event and help fight crime in your community. Mulch in four different colours at $5 a 2cu ft. bag, tax in. *** Garage Sale at Knox Elora Presbyterian Church 8am. Bargains & treasures for everyone. *** The New Village Readers are back with a double feature…a one act comedy “I’ve hit an iceberg” and the classic suspense thriller “Sorry wrong number.” St. John’s United Church, Belwood.

7:30pm. Light refreshments. Call Carman 519-787-5217 for more details. *** Giant Yard & Bake Sale at St. George’s Church, 99 Woolwich St. Guelph. 8am-12noon. *** There will be a Native Crafts Workshop. 10am- 3pm at Centre Wellington District High School. You will make a Beaded Puzzle Pouch, under the direction of renowned First Nations Artisan Naomi Smith. Cost is $15. MUST Register and Pay in advance @ CWDHS Attendance Office. 519-843- 2500, ext 331. LIMITED to 20. *** Plant, book and bake sale, Westminster St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, 206 Victoria Road North. 8am to 12noon. Great selection of perennials from some well-established gardens. Despite the construction, Victoria Road is open - northbound only. *** Plant sale at Stone United Church, 5370, 4th line of Eramosa from 9am -1pm. Refreshments available. 519-833-2496. *** Perennial Plant Sale - Fergus Horticultural Society at the stone house next to the Sportsplex on Belsyde Avenue. Extensive collections from member's gardens. 8-12 noon. Call Kathy at 519843-7703. Garden donations welcome.

MAY 16 Walk Of Hope for Schizophrenia Society of Ontario, Evergreen Seniors Centre, 683 Woolwich St., Guelph. Registration 2:30pm.

Refreshments. For info. call 519-822-8781. The Guelph and Area Chapter of the SSO meet at the Evergreen Centre on the third Tuesday 7:30pm each month September to May (except Dec.) for education and family support.

*** Arthur United Church is pleased to present the Spirit Band from Westminster United Church, Orangeville 10:30am. Free will offering. *** Richard Youngman Memorial Lecture at 7:30pm. Beth Isaiah Synagogue, 47 Surrey St., Guelph. Reverend Majed El Shafie.

Founder One Free World International. Join us for a fascinating story of the struggle for human rights and religious freedom in the Middle East. Free lecture. Open to the community. *** Guelph Enabling Garden Plant Sale, 9am – noon. Perennial and annual plants for sale at Garden in Riverside Park, Guelph. Plant sales assist in providing horticultural therapy programs and garden maintenance. Plant donations accepted: Pot up any perennials that you can spare from your garden - label with type and colour and drop them off at the Garden Saturday between 6:30 - 7:30pm. or early Sunday morning. If you need your plants picked up, please call Wendy at 519-824-5662.

MAY 17 Women Cancer Support group. 3rd Tuesday of every Month.

10am-12pm. No Fee. St. Joseph Church Community Hall. 460 St George, St., W. Fergus. Lunch out 1st Wednesday of every Month.

Call Joyce B. 519-843-3213. *** Big Brothers Big Sisters Annual General Meeting, Elora Legion, 110 Metcalfe St. Elora. 7pm. All agency volunteers, staff, board members and public are welcome.

MAY 18 MEETING CANCELLED-The Schizophrenia Society, Guelph and area monthly meeting. 7:30pm at the Evergreen Centre, 683 Woolwich St. Info. 519-822-8781. *** Fore Our Kids Golf Tournament. Enjoy 18 holes of golf! The funds raised will support the Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington.

Register and more information at www.childrensfoundation.org. *** Networking Cafe for Job Seekers 50 Years of Age and Over. Join fellow job seekers over coffee to share job leads and experiences.

Learn strategies. Free / Funded. Contact Lutherwood Adult Employment Services, 30 Wyndham St. N., Guelph. Call 519822-4141 for information. *** Seniors' bus trip and lunch to Anna Mae's Restaurant in Millbank.

Meet at Arkell United Church, Arkell. $30/person. Call Willy for details: 519-763-7707. *** Guelph Township Horticultural Society holds its Spring Flower Show at Marden Community Centre, 7pm. 7368 Wellington Cty. Rd 30. Tanya Olsen speaks on Shade Gardens while show is being judged. Refreshments follow. Secretary- 519-822-5289. *** Antiques - Wayne Townsend, curator of the Dufferin County Museum will talk about origin, history, and possible value of treasured items. 7pm. Grand Valley Public Library, 4 Amaranth St. E., Grand Valley, 519-928-5622.

MAY 19 Free Drop-in Hearing Clinic 11am-12noon. Questions and Answers. All welcome! Victoria Day BBQ Lunch at 12noon.

Please call the Victoria Park Senior Centre at 519-787-1814 for information and to register. *** Speedside Church Beef Supper. 5pm sitting 519-843-2351, 6:30 sitting 519-856-4567. Take out availabe at above numbers. Adults $13, children $6. *** Arthur Legion General Meeting. 8pm

MAY 20 Arthur and District Horticulture Society's First Spring Show featuring tulips, cut flowers, and design work. Sr. Citizen's Hall 8pm.

Entries must be in place by 7:45. New members welcome.

Membership $7/yr. Youth meeting 6pm. *** Milton and District Horticultural Society Annual Plant Sale and Silent Auction. 7pm, Milton Fairgrounds Hall #1, 136 Robert St. Milton. Lots of friendly free advice from Society members. For more info. phone Beverly 905-854-0275.

MAY 21 Until May 22 Alma United Church Giant Yard Sale, Rebecca St., Alma.Friday 9am-7pm and Sat. 9am- 12. Giant book, perennial and plant sale. 519-846-9788. *** Until May 22 Alma Garden Club Plant Sale at Alma United Church, Rebecca St., Alma. Proceeds from this event maintain flower boxes in Alma. Friday 9am- 7, Sat. 9am- 12. 519-8469788. *** Fish Fry At Mount Forest United Church Continuous Serve 57pm. Adults $12, Students $6, Preschoolers Free. Take-outs Available 4:30. Tickets at The Church House 519-323-1910.

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Coming to Rockwood this July is an exciting opportunity for the youth of Wellington and surrounding areas. Rockwood Summer Camp combines the skill development opportunities of specialist camps such as leadership and sport, visual arts, drama and adventure into a one week or two week camp experience.

After having visited the Rockwood Conservation Area on several occasions with family, Camp Directors Amy Kelleher and Erin Rowe knew it was a perfect location to expand their already successful summer “GlenStar” summer camps currently being offered in Halton Hills. Says Kelleher, “Rockwood is such a picturesque little town and the people have been very receptive to a summer camp being offered here – so we decided that this summer would be the perfect time to expand our program”.

Rockwood Summer Camp is designed by Kelleher and Rowe who are certified Ontario teachers with years of experience working with children of all ages. The camp is designed to develop the

“whole” child and will provide each individual the opportunity to master new skills and demonstrate their true potential.

Activities at the camp include cave exploration, team-building activities, leadership games, soccer, canoeing, minigolf, drama, visual arts and hiking. Rockwood Summer Camp staffers are committed to the belief that extra-curricular involvement at a young age combined with time spent in the outdoors prepares the individual to perform with confidence and self-respect when meeting life’s challenges.

Rockwood Summer Camp is designed to foster a love of learning and respect for the environment and the leaders are well-equipped and highly motivated to provide the campers with creative fun and those summer camp memories that last a lifetime.

To register for the Rockwood Summer Camp, visit www.glenstarcamp.ca and download the registration form. For more information about the Rockwood Summer Camp, call 905-877-0783.

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 Being an ambitious ram, Aries, you may find it hard to contain your energy this week. This can be good and bad for you, since others may be intimidated.

TAURUS Apr 21/May 21 You will reach a high level of success this week, Taurus, thanks to your power of will and perseverance.

However, being stubborn over one issue could cause alienation.

GEMINI May 22/Jun 21 Your outgoing and pleasing nature enables you to make new friends, Gemini. Expect others to flock to you in the next few days. You can mesmerize them with any topic.

CANCER Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, although you’re secretive in nature, you may have to let the cat out of the bag this week. Share the details of something that has been troubling you. This way you can resolve it.

LEO Jul 23/Aug 23 Others look to you for guidance, this week, Leo. Known as a natural leader, you have no trouble heading the pack.

Just don’t let your ego trip you up.

SCORPIO Oct 24/Nov 22 You can be the undisputed winner of anything you set your mind to, Scorpio. Put that power to the test when you tackle some goals this week.

You will be a force to reckon with.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 23/Dec 21 Your curiosity leads you on a quest this week. Whether it’s a long vacation or a simple day trip, travel is definitely in the plans. You will probably want to bring a friend along.

CAPRICORN Dec 22/Jan 20 You will pursue a project that was left by the wayside, Capricorn. If you follow through this time, it’ll get done in a short amount of time. Virgo needs your help Thursday.

AQUARIUS Jan 21/Feb 18 Your deep sense of conviction puts you on a quest to unearth right from wrong at work, Aquarius. The trouble is, some people may not want their laundry aired.

PISCES Feb 19/Mar 20 Nervous tension dots an otherwise happy week for you, Pisces. Perhaps you’re thinking of something to do on the horizon.

VIRGO Aug 24/Sept 22 Perfection and punctuality are your hallmarks, Virgo, but this week you have trouble living up to this persona.

Maybe you have too much on your plate?

LIBRA Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you bring a fresh perspective to any situation. Therefore, a family member will ask what you think about something this week. Chances are you’ll say a lot.

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The

County of Wellington “Connecting Citizens with County News”

County Council Highlights • • • •

Council welcomed the new County Clerk, Donna Bryce.

Over a million trees have been planted in Wellington County, under the Green Legacy, since the programme began in 2004.

The Mount Forest Library re-opened Friday, April 30 at 11:00 a.m. Public Welcome.

A ground breaking ceremony for the new Centre Wellington O.P.P. Operation Centre will take place on Friday, May 14 at 11:00 am.

Public Welcome.

• The grand opening of Fergusson Place, the new 55 unit affordable housing complex in Fergus, will take place on Monday, June 21 at 11:00 am. Public Welcome.

• The grand opening of the new Archives facility at the Wellington County Museum will take place on Friday, June 25 at 11:00 am. Public Welcome.

• Council recognized the 2010 Wellington County local volunteer appreciation award recipients.

PLAY IS CHILDREN’S WORK Children learn best with a planned early childhood curriculum provides opportunities for unstructured, spontaneous play for a large part of their day.

When children play, they are: • Experimenting, investigating, and problem solving. this is how children develop concentration and persistence.

• Developing their math skills by measuring, counting, and sorting.

• Learning more about themselves and the children they are playing with, which is how children begin to learn about cultural values and practices.

• Using their small and large muscles and learning to regulate their movement, which is also helpful for learning to write with a pencil.

In high quality early leaning environments, the Early Childhood Educator supports children’s growth and development through play.

For more information, contact County of Wellington Child Care Services at: 519.837.3620*.

INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM DAY May 18, 2010

COUNTY REOPENS THE MOUNT FOREST LIBRARY On Friday, April 30th, the County officially re-opened the new Mount Forest Library.

The expanded branch has wireless internet access, a new programming room, children’s area, young adult corner, cozy fireplace and a lounge area. These new features blend with the original beauty of this Carnegie library. The Mount Forest Library Branch is located at 118 Main Street North.

National Nursing Week is May 10-16, 2010 Wellington Terrace celebrates our nurses.

Museums are an important means of cultural exchange, enrichment of cultures and development of mutual understanding, cooperation and peace among peoples.

Join us for an Open-house and behind-the-scenes tours 10 am to 2 pm Presentation by Older Voices at 1:30; a first person conversation about the importance of local history!

Thank you for your commitment to our residents.

You make a difference every day with your loving care.

TOWN OF ERIN RURAL RESIDENTS Roadside rural collection of blue box recyclables and user pay garbage began Thursday, May 6. The next collection day will be Thursday, May 20, and every two weeks after that. For more information, review the Rural Roadside Collection Calendar.

DISPOSAL OF BULKY ITEMS County residents or businesses may use any one of the six County of Wellington waste facilities. Large loads may be directed to the Aberfoyle or Riverstown Waste Facility.

Free Admission!

0536 Wellington County Rd. 18 RR 1, Fergus Ontario tel: (519) 846-0916 ext. 221

Saturday, May 15: Aberfoyle Antique Market, 57 Brock Rd. S. (Wellington Rd. 46) Saturday, May 29: Grand River Raceway, 7445 Wellington Rd. 21, Elora

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REGULAR MUSEUM HOURS: Monday to Friday 9:30 am-4:30 pm, weekends & holidays 12-4 pm

For more information, contact Solid Waste Services (SWS): (519) 837-2601 or toll-free 1-866-899-0248

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

ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT DAY REMINDERS NEXT EVENTS 9:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

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For a list of acceptable electronics, visit www.wellington.ca or contact SWS.

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