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INSIDE WELLINGT­­­ON

Second Section MAY 11, 2012

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*** Ballinafad United Church Annual Garage, Bake and Plant Sale. 8am-1pm. 14369 Trafalgar Road N. Ballinafad. *** Arthur Lions Club Annual Duck Race. Children’s events and Lions Food booth 10am. Ducks launched at 2pm. Tickets available from Lion members. 519-820-5913. Bring the family to the Duck Race at the Conestoga River. *** In preparation of their upcoming Mission Trip to Guatemala, the Eramosa Pastoral Charge - Junior Youth Council is holding a giant yard and plant sale. 8am-1pm at Barrie Hill United Church, 5702 Wellington Road 29 - just north of the Village of Eramosa. The JYC are also accepting donated items from the community for this yard sale and will make arrangements to pick them up from your home. Items such as books, furniture, toys, bikes and house wares are accepted. Call Denise or Brian to make arrangements for pick up. 519-767-3168. All of the proceeds to the 2013 Guatemala Youth Mission trip. *** Crime Stoppers Third Annual Mulch Sale Fundraiser from 8am1pm, while quantities last at the CW Community Sportsplex in Fergus. $5 per 2cu ft bag, tax in. Cash and carry. For more information visit www.crimestoppersguelphwellington.com. *** Wilbees Mothers Day Dance. Harriston Legion Branch #296 Harriston. 8pm-12am. Admission $12. For more information call 519-338-2843. *** 8am-noon Guelph Township Horticultural Society Plant Sale at Marden Community Centre and Library Parking lot. 7368 Wellington Rd. 30. Perennial, some annuals. This sale replaces our usual visit to the Guelph Market. Contact: Secretary 519822-5289. *** Progressive Euchre. 2pm in the Palmerston Legion clubroom. *** Yearly Plant Sale - Guelph and Wellington County Master Fri. May 11 Two day garage sale. 8am to 4pm. Fri. and Sat. Melville United Gardeners - at the R.J. Hilton Centre grounds on College Avenue Church, Fergus. St. Andrew St. at Tower. Contact 519-787-0570, East in Guelph. Starting at 9am - noon. Free parking on site. *** 519-843-1781. Until May 13 - Aberfolyle Junction Model Railway Show. Last *** Louise Marshall Hospital Auxiliary Spring Luncheon. Royal shows at this location. Railway will shut down following the Canadian Legion. Beef on a bun, salad, pie. 11:30am - 1:30pm. spring shows and relocate to St. Jacobs, ON. See one of the most detailed model railways in full operation 10am-4:30pm. $8 per person. For more info. 519-323-0111. Admission: Adults $8, children $5., Seniors $6. Barrier free *** Victoria Park Seniors Centre Special Event: Spring Drama access. From Hwy 401, exit at #299( N to Guelph) Located on Performance at 2pm. Don’t miss this very special afternoon old Hwy #6, south of Aberfoyle. Watch for road signs. For info. performance produced by our very talented group: The Victoria call 519 -836-2720. *** Park Players. This is a one-of-a-kind event with music and drama. Donations gratefully accepted at the door. Drop-in. Call 519-787- Arthur Horticultural Plant Sale and Draw. 160 Tucker St. Arthur. Plant Sale starts 8am-12 noon. Draws at 12pm. Rain or shine. 1814 to register. Come out and support our Society. *** *** Lawn Sale, 8am-6pm. and Sat. 8am-1pm. Harriston United Church, corner of Young St. W. and John St., Harriston. Rain or Clothing drive at Salem Public School. 9am - 12pm: All clothing and small household items collected will go to the Canadian shine. Diabetes Association as part of a school fundraiser for annual *** Brighton Chapter Order of the Eastern Star Euchre. 7:30pm. Cost playground maintenance. *** is $3, light lunch and penny table to follow. This will be the last Car wash and bake sale at Salem Public School. 9am-12pm: In an one until October. Masonic Hall 310 St. Andrew St., E. Fergus. effort to raise money for the class trip to Camp Paradise, the grade 519-787-0554. 6 students will wash any type of vehicle and are selling baked *** goods while you wait. Mapleton Historical Society Annual Meeting. 7:30pm. Drayton *** Community Centre. Dr. Frans Schryer, historian and social scienPlant Sale. Three Willows United Church, 577 Willow Rd. tist, will speak on The Dutch in Ontario Agriculture: “The history Guelph. 8am- 1pm. Rain or shine. Annuals, perennials, hanging of immigrants from the Netherlands.” Everyone Welcome. baskets, herb planters & experts to help with your choices. *** *** Euchre. St. John’s United Church Belwood. 7:30pm. Kidz Fun Day at Three Willows United Church, 577 Willow Rd. *** Guelph 10am- noon with bouncy castle, face painting, crafts, barMay 11 & 12- Guelph Food Bank Fundraising Garage Sale, BBQ becue. Free will donation. & Silent Auction. 100 Crimea Street, Guelph. 8am-6pm. Rain *** or shine Fergus Horticultural Society’s Annual Plant Sale - Fergus Sat. May 12 Sportsplex, 8 – 11am. Extensive collection of local perennials. ‘Little Breeches Club’ for Children Ages 4–7 Saturday mornings. Members will assist with plant and garden questions. Info. Kathy Sunrise Therapeutic Riding & Learning Centre – Puslinch. Phone: at 519-843-7703. 519-837-0558 x21 for program details. *** *** Spring Fair. 11am – 3pm; Crafts, activities, entertainment, food Plant and bake sale, 8-11am in front of Gourlay’s in downand fun. Trillium Waldorf School. 540 Victoria Road North, town Moorefield. Presented by the Maryborough (Moorefield) Guelph, 519-821-5140. Horticultural Society. *** Old Time Dance 8pm – 12am. $10/person, light lunch provided. Band - Country Troubadors. St. John Parish Send your Non-Profit/Charitable event info to: Centre, 160 Georgina St., Arthur. events@wellingtonadvertiser.com *** 20-25 words, 4 weeks prior to event date Paws for Literacy at the Hillsburgh library, 98B Trafalgar Rd., 1 to 3pm. Would you like to advertise in Inside Wellington? Children SK and up are invited to come to the library, pick email: sales@wellingtonadvertiser.com a book, meet a dog and sit and Do you have a story idea or photos you would like to share? read (presented by Spirit Ridge K9 Training and Rescue and email: news@wellingtonadvertiser.com the county library). Register Questions? for a visit by calling 519-8554010. Contact Jane McDonald in Customer Service, *** call 519.843.5410 The Guelph Garage Owners Continued on page 11

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South Pacific comes to Palmerston school PALMERSTON - Norwell Distrtic Secondary School’s auditorium will be turned into an island landscape with the presentation of the school’s spring production of South Pacific. Directed by Marla Spencer, the performance includes more than 50 students adding to the cast in areas such as acting, set design, props and costumes, stage crew, production and

advertising and promotion. South Pacific will run at Norwell District Secondary School with four performances beginning May 10 and May 11 at 7:30pm, and May 12 at 2:00 pm and 7:30pm. Tickets are $10 for students and seniors, and $12 for adults. Tickets are available for purchase at the school by calling 519-343-3107.

Sound of Music kicks off season in Drayton DRAYTON - The Drayton Festival Theatre will launch its 2012 season with the timeless classic, The Sound of Music. The beloved musical plays eight shows a week from May 15 to June 9. “The Sound of Music is considered one of the most revered productions in musical theatre history,” said Alex Mustakas, artistic director of Drayton Entertainment. “Its classic score features such iconic songs as My Favourite Things, Do Re Mi, Edelweiss and Climb Every Mountain, which have become cherished by generations of theatre goers.” The group of actors and musicians assembled for this production includes Jayme Armstrong as the free-spirited Maria. No stranger to Drayton Entertainment audiences, Armstrong has appeared recently in 9 To 5: The Musical, Harvey, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and Country Legends. “It’s a real coup to have Jayme Armstrong as our Maria,” said Mustakas.

“Jayme is a stand-out talent who became widely known to Canadians as a finalist in the CBC smash-hit reality show, How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria? She is rightly considered one of the greatest leading ladies in musical theatre today.” In an effort to create opportunities for community members to receive mentorship and training in a professional theatre production, an open audition for ensemble characters was held at the Drayton Festival Theatre. Eight local performers were cast and will appear with professional actors in each performance of The Sound of Music. “This show promises to be a grand production and everyone involved is going to have a truly rewarding experience,” said Mustakas. The Sound of Music runs May 15 though June 9. Tickets can be purchased online at draytonfestivaltheatre.com, in person at the Drayton Festival Theatre or by calling the box office at 519-638-5555 or toll free at 1-855-372-9866.

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The Victoria Park Seniors Centre in Fergus has a wide variety of programs for all including bus trips, fitness, computer, dance, health and wellness, arts and music, general interest and everyday drop in programs. Registered programs may be taken by anyone over 18 years old. Don’t be disappointed register early for all programs and seminars. Check out our website at www.centrewellington.ca or call 519-787-1814. *** Karaoke Every Friday night, no cover, everyone welcome. Columbus Hall, 84 Lewis Road Guelph 519-821-4050. *** Vendors Wanted for Trunk Sale Sept. 8 2012, 8am -12 noon at Three Willows United Church, 577 Willow Road Guelph, $20 per spot. Sell your wares from your car trunk. Contact Pauline 519-823-9948. *** The Grand Valley Library is showcasing two Riverbend Artists in its Revolving Gallery during May and June. Leah Michell recreates traditional blocks and motifs in her quilts, wall hangings, and home decor, and Sonia Valana of International Images is a Nature and Travel Photographer who captures the beauty and energy of her surroundings. Their works will be displayed in the Grand Valley Library at 4 Amaranth Street East, Grand Valley. *** Research Project Invitation - Rural older adults have been asked to participate in a research project from the University of Guelph on volunteering. They are interested in hearing from everyone; even those who do not participate in formal volunteer work. The report needs over 400 participants and it is important to the lead of the project, Dr. Ben Gottlieb, that he has insights from rural seniors. Approximately 40 seniors from our area have participated in the project but more are needed to ensure that the rural perspective is represented. If you are over the age of 60 and are interested in participating, please call the Seniors’ Centre for Excellence at 519-638-1000 and an interview with a student from the University will be arranged.

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Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club: Still going strong after 100 years by Kelly Waterhouse

ELORA - The Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club has enjoyed a proud tradition of sportsmanship in the village of Elora for more than 100 years. The membership roll reads like an historical who’s who of the community; a tribute to a great local tradition. Today, its members are working hard to ensure the club has a future. To do that, they have to change the perception about the game they love. “It’s not a sport for wimps,” laughs Evelyn Robson, who has been enjoying lawn bowling at the club for 10 years. She said people misunderstand the physical nature of the game, which involves walking, stretching and, in competition settings, long days in the summer heat without the comfort of natural shade. None of those challenges deters Robson from enjoying the sport, because she enjoys being active. “You have to be able to bend, so you need a good back and knees,” she said. “It’s a long way to throw that bowl down the green.” Robson and many of her Elora Rocks club mates describe the physical nature of the sport as not necessarily strenuous, but requiring enough physical and mental activity to contribute to a healthy, active lifestyle just the same. “It’s not strenuous, which is why youth and older people can play,” explained Ian Burns, who inherited the sport from his parents, who were also members of the Elora club. Forty years into the sport, Burns has a keen skill for the game and passion to see his club continue. “It’s not a throwing game, it is a bowling game,” Burns said. “There are not a lot of rules to remember, either.” Norma Seibert, president of the club, added, “You have to be a little bit fit. You have to know how to throw the bowl. You have to be stable on your feet too.” Robson said lawn bowling is “like anything else” - it requires a lot of practice. “There are a lot of mental strategies in the game … the more you do it the better you

get at it. Then you start thinking about the strategy and the draw.” Burns compares lawn bowling to curling, except played on the grass - known as greens - as opposed to a sheet of ice. Both sports take turns playing ends on a rink and have teams with skips and vice skips. “In curling, you are throwing stones to hit the button. In lawn bowling, you are throwing bowls to the small white ball called a jack (or kitty), to see who gets closest. In curling you try to land on the button. In lawn bowling, you aim for the jack, only in our sport, the jack can move.” Burns adds many curlers make this sport their summer activity. “They understand the finesse involved. Lawn bowling has the same kind of strategy, the same finesse,” he explained. The bowls, Seibert said, come in different sizes and weights suited to the needs of the individual player. Each bowl has a bias, meaning that one side is slightly flattened, causing the ball, or bowl, to travel a curved path. The bias of the bowl is a challenge to master. Knowing how to handle the bowl and the force required out of the draw to propel it up the natural grass rink keeps the sport interesting. “It’s a longevity sport,” said Burns. “Once you start, you can play it for life.” Seibert agreed, acknowledging several members of the club are in their 80s and 90s, some of whom have been life-long members of Elora Rocks. Many more have been members more than 25 years. Seibert attributes this to a sport that keeps you “fit and alert,” but also to the companionship of the club. Both have inspired Ann Dalziel to become a certified coach for the club. She has been playing for 25 years and insists lawn bowling “was in her blood,” growing up with a father who loved the sport in her native England. Now she plays the game year round, enjoying it at her winter retreat in Florida.

Rolling on - The Elora Rocks Lawn bowling Club prides itself on being a fun, friendly organization. Out for a pre-season game are, from left, coach Ann Dalziel, club president Norma Seibert, Ian Burns, Nelda Golightly, Joan McWilliam, and Judy Preston. They are hoping to encourage new members to carry on the legacy of the club. photo by Kelly Waterhouse “Because I love the sport so much, I get a lot of pleasure teaching people the right way to bowl,” Dalziel said. “Seeing the pleasure on people’s faces when they realize they are coming on in the game is really good.” She added, “I like the competition too. There is the social aspect in that, because when you travel to compete, you get to know people from all over, and that is great fun.” Robson admits that for years, a friend tried to get her to come out and try the sport, but Robson wasn’t interested. One day, she acquiesced. “I knew the moment I threw

best reputations for coaching, friendliness, social events and for welcoming outsiders into the club,” said Seibert. “We really do welcome people. That’s because of our community and the fact that this sport has been around here for a long time, and our members really want to pass it along to other people to enjoy.” That sense of pride and community tradition began with the Elora Lawn Bowling Association, originally formed in 1906. Augustus Hobbs, a local hardware store merchant, decided to take up the sport on the advice of his doctor, to

“It is part of Elora, and to our older players, it has always been a very important part of the village.” - Member Evelyn Robson on the importance of the Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club. the first bowl that I liked it,” she said. “I like the competition because I am a competitive person.” Yet she is quick to add the social nature of the Elora Rocks club is what keeps her playing. “I have met a whole bunch of new people. For me, it’s all about the experience,” Robson said. “We have a really friendly club but the executive works really hard at that, to keep our club a positive, friendly place.” Robson cited the creation of a buddy system, so long-standing club members help new members learn the rules of the game, feel welcome in the club house and are kept aware of important social events. They focus on a sense of community at play. “Our club has one of the

improve his health. Intrigued by lawn bowling, he called upon friends to meet at the Elora Town Hall to discuss the possibility of starting up a club. Hobbs got the bowl rolling. On April 19, 1906, Hobbs and John C. Mundell inaugurated the Elora Lawn Bowling Association. Mundell became the first club president, with Hobbs as vice president and Dr. William Kerr as secretary. Membership cost $5. Hobbs purchased a plot of land on David Street in Elora, for $75. A formal opening was held that June, and the club boasted 20 members. The association sent their first competitive team to the Dominion Bowling Club tournament in 1908, with a rink that consisted for Dr. MacGregor, a local dentist, Hobbs, R.H.

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Harvey, and Dr. W. Kerr. The team won the championship and the local momentum for the sport grew. In 1928, the membership took a steep jump when the Ladies Club began. The thriving club included 100 active bowlers. In 1936, Art Bradley and John Burt invested in the sport, spending two summers working to perfect the bowling greens before opening their first season of play on May 30, 1939 on the same grounds Seibert and her club mates use today at 74 David Street East, in Elora. Since 1987, the club has adopted the name the Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club. They are part of the Ontario Lawn Bowling Association, governed by Canada Bowls, and are part of District 7, alongside Ayr, Elmira, Guelph, Kitchener, New Hamburg and Preston. While that sounds impressive, Burns points out, “three clubs in the area have folded due to a lack of membership.” He attributes this to several factors, including the stereotype that lawn bowling is a seniors’ sport or that it is uninteresting - attitudes the club hopes to change. “It’s hard for us to compete with summer sports,” Burns said. “There is soccer and baseball, and all these other sports and families are busy.” Club member Judy Preston says of the recruitment efforts, “This is very important for the longevity of the club.” Through outreach programs in local schools and community groups, the Elora Rocks club has tried to recruit new and younger players. “It is important because the majority of the club is either retired or semi-retired,” Burns explained. “This club is impor-

tant, especially in such a small community.” Seibert agreed, adding, “Our club is still healthy, [with 70 active members]. We’ve done well to maintain our members, but we want to keep our game going.” With an annual fee of $130 and a season that runs from May to September, there are opportunities for both social bowling and league play. Monday and Wednesday nights are for open bowling, with leagues for men, women and mixed teams on Tuesday and Thursday nights. “You don’t need to have a spouse or a partner, either. We will pair people up,” Seibert said. “You get a chance to meet new people, keep healthy, exercise and have some fun.” Added Burns, “People just have to come out and try it. There is a little bit of skill involved but anyone can learn. And it’s a great thing to do on a summer evening.” All that is required are flat shoes and attire similar to golf or tennis. White attire is only necessary for tournament play. With monthly social barbecues, awards banquets and social bowl nights, the Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club has created an atmosphere of friendly competition, serious skill and genuine fun in a healthy, challenging sport imbedded in not just the history of this town, but hopefully its future. “It is part of Elora, and to our older players, it has always been a very important part of the village,” said Robson. For her, the pleasure of her sport is simple. “There is nothing better than to stand on those greens on a warm summer evening … it’s just so nice.” For more information on the Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club contact Seibert at 519843-7964.

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“Our nurses on the front “Nursing Week is the pernurses, nurse practitioners and nurses in fect time to remind our nurses lines are invaluable to patients 24-0170registered practical Salvation Armyand - Guelph ourselves that dollar for and our communities and once recognized 41-4745Ontario will be Daytime hours: 519-836-9824 hours: a year, we should all take time best value in 519-766-6327 during national Nursing Week, dollar, we are the /After 32-3234which runs fromSalvation to recognize their contribucare and we make valu- 519-941-2570 May 6 to 12. Armyhealth - Orangeville…………….. contributions Among those marking Stone the able Stepping (adult shelter) to positive tions.” Each year, Nursing Week occasion will be the Ontario patient outcomes.” ………………………… 519-837-0633 or 519-837-0080 Haslam-Stroud and other is held in May as a tribute to Nurses’ Association (ONA), Supportive Housing ONA Dufferin……………1-877-761-6352 leaders will visit com- Florence Nightingale, the celwhich will host speaking U of G. ~ONA Raithby House ...……... 519-824-4120 English nurse, writer munities during the next week ebratedx53244 events, site visits from and statistician who was born to meet with nurses in all sec- .519-837-0080 leaders and otherWelcome special events In Drop In Centre (Guelph)……. on May 12, 1820. of health care - hospitals, to remind everyone to celebrate Women in Crisistors (Marianne’s Place) ……..519-836-5710 She came to prominence for the unique value nurses bring long-term care, community (youth her pioneering work in nurscare, publicshelter)………….. health, clinics and 519-763-8040 to health care. Wyndham House ing during the Crimean War, 23-2440 “These are tough times private industry. “I hope that Ontarians where she tended to wounded for Ontarians, tough times for 23-2818health care and tough times for everywhere will take a moment soldiers. In 1860, Nightingale 43-5513front-line nurses who work so to appreciate the value they get established the world’s first quality care,” for their health care tax dollars secular nursing school at St. 21-3900hard to provideAmbulance from/ Police the work…………………………..911 of these profes- Thomas’ Hospital in London. said ONA president Linda/ Fire

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quotes are shared from people by Robin Smart When it comes to recog- who lived the experience and nizing the signs of dementia, want their stories to help othmany people are confused, and ers. Linda shares, “My husvery hesitant to visit a doctor if band’s early diagnosis has they suspect a problem. Last year the Alzheimer given us extra years of quality Society asked Canadians how life. An early diagnosis allows long they had waited before you to become educated about seeing a doctor when their the disease you are dealing family member had signs of with. Once we had the diagdementia. Nearly half said nosis I was able to understand the personality changes, the they waited a year or more! Why? People believed forgetfulness, and the lack of to do anything. I their symptoms would September go willingness *Next revision 2012 away; were signs of “old age”; could better understand why occurred only periodically; my husband was becoming a Poison Control Centre…………………1-800-268-9017 43-7003 were not to be taken seriously; stranger to me.” Guelph Police Services……………………519-824-1212 This led to a better quality or needed to get worse before 94-9562 of life for both partners. “And seeing a doctor. Orangeville Police Services……………….519-941-2522 25-5452Dear Editor: I would like to encourage opportunity for the residents we have wonderful resources In hindsight three quarters OPP Wellington-Dufferin……………….1-888-310-1122 Nurses. While they work of Wellington County and sur- all of us to pause for a brief of those surveyed wished they out there. The Alzheimer’s moment in the midst of our Pamphlet rounding areas to recognize … our1-800-265-2529 positive is available on-line atSociety www.cmhagrb.on.ca OPP TDDdif(Phone for the Deaf)……… 12 x304diligently to make provides education, had known earlier. ferences in people’s lives every local nurses and to thank them busy weeks and recognize our Mental Health & Addictions Directory (useful Links) 42-1452day, this is the Hospitals support, and a shoulder to lean An earlier diagnosis means one week each for the amazing work they do local nurses - and all health and www.communitytorchlight.com on. It is all there. If you don’t 23-9660year when we’reHeadwaters care professionals - for the a timely opportunity to know everyCare day in our community. asked to takeHealth Centre have that early diagnosis, you and treat whatever problem 43-6496a moment to (Orangeville There’s something reassur- incredible and incredibly difreflect on the / Shelburne)…………………519-941-2410 don’t have that support, and the person has. It may not be If you find this pamphlet useful, please invaluable contributions they ing about knowing our local ficult work they do. you don’t have that underGuelph General Hospital………………….519-822-5350 Alzheimer’s or dementia. If the Our health care simply make to our health care system. nurses - registered practical feel free to make copies and pass along. standing.” Memorial Hospital, Fergus……….519-843-2010 nurses, registered nurses and wouldn’t be the same without problem, however is dementia, May 7 to Groves 12 is Nursing According to Jim, “Mary knowing allows for the opporNorth Wellington Health practitioners - are there them. Care Corporation: Week, in commemoration of nurse was diagnosed very young, Anne McKenzie, RPN, tunity to receive medications to provide their special brand the birth of the most famous Louise Marshall ……………………...519-323-2210 which completely changed her to treat symptoms; offers time *To update information contact: Holstein, expertise,………………..519-343-2030 knowledge and Florence of 46-2715nurse who ever lived,Palmerston & District life. She’d become introverted, for families to understand how Canadian Mental Health Association, Board member of the was born on compassion to our friends, 65-7293Nightingale, who unable to meet friends or anyto respond to disease sympSt. Joseph’s Health Centre, Guelph……… .519-824-2620 Registered Practical Nurses families and loved ones when May 12, 1820. parkinsons@cmhagrb.on.ca body. 22-2768 Nursing Week William Centre (Peel) ……1-905-494-6490 Association of Ontario toms; helps keep the person at they need it most. is a Osler great Health Even doing shopping was home longer; supports the person with dementia in planning a terrible problem for her, but future care and allows time to with early diagnosis she got put legal and financial affairs medication that got her back on track and able to function. in order. To help others avoid the She’s enjoyed life again for the “waiting game” that fami- past five years, where before lies often play, the following she couldn’t even come out

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of the house prior to getting the medication. Anyone who’s thought there’s a chance they might have Alzheimer’s or a related illness, should definitely be checking with their doctor and do it quickly because you’ll be missing out on a big part of your life if you don’t.” With projected numbers of people living with dementia in Guelph and Wellington County at 3,120 in the year 2012, the Alzheimer Society recognizes the need for support and education. If you are concerned for yourself or a family member, don’t leave it to chance. Talk to your family doctor or visit the Alzheimer Society in person, or via the web. The earlier you contact us, the sooner you can get help. Contact us by phone at 519-836-7672 or e-mail us at office@alzheimer.guelph.org. Robin Smart is a public education coordinator with the Guelph Wellington Alzheimer Society. Visit www.alzheimerletsfaceit.ca or contact The Alzheimer Society for information. The “Open Mind” column is sponsored by individuals and organizations concerned with mental health issues in rural Wellington and Dufferin counties. Contact the Canadian Mental Health Association at 519-766-4450 extension. 231 or parkinsons@cmhagrb. on.ca.

Most people fear the dentist - but why? by Dr. Lucia Ambrochi As many as 75% of adults in North America experience some degree of dental fear and 5 to 10% experience actual dental phobias. Some people are so afraid of receiving dental treatment that they avoid any dental care at all costs. But people need to think about why visiting the dentist is so difficult and where these fears originate from? For many, fear of the dentist begins with a painful childhood experience. But is that memory an enhanced imagination or is

it a past reality? Other people may be embarrassed about the appearance of their teeth. Embarrassment and feelings of guilt often go handin-hand, but the dentist is there to help. Some are afraid of the unknown - but there are treatment options. A dental team can explain the different procedures so patients can make an informed choice. Others still are afraid of the dental instruments, yet today instruments look less threatening and radio or television may be available to offer some

distraction. Regardless of specifics, many fears can be assuaged by simply asking a dental professional to explain the treatment. By being fully informed, confidence in the dentist will be restored, resulting in peace of mind. Sharing worries with a dental professional is the first step in establishing a trusting relationship. It can be surprising just how relaxing a visit to the dentist can be. Lucia Ambrochi is a dentist at West Hills Dentistry in Guelph.

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s HEADER s e n ll e W & Health Naturopath: An early start can help get kids eating more healthy foods by Dr. Katie McKeown Anyone who has spent time with a child during a meal is well aware of the near impossible task of convincing them to eat their vegetables. Yet show that same child a piece of cake or a cookie, and the once fussy kid is now gobbling down that sweet little treat. The question is “why?” Why are kids completely unwilling to eat vegetables, fruit, or other nutritious foods, but will devour all the sugar and fat put in front of them? The answer is genetics. All humans are born with the unlearned preference for sweet and salt. These preferences are further solidified

based on the first sources of nutrition in life; breast milk. This life-sustaining food source is composed of high amounts of fat and sugar, and the mother’s breast is naturally slightly salty. As infants experience only these tastes for the first three to six months of life, it is no wonder they maintain the desire for these same tastes that brought them such comfort in their early years. So how does one encourage children to change their innate preferences? Research has shown young children are able to associate tastes with energy density. The higher the energy density, the more likely the child is to accept the taste, thus learning to enjoy that food

Parents should have infants’ hearing tested by Lynne McCurdy GUELPH - A child’s hearing is a precious gift. Research has shown early identification of hearing loss is a crucial factor in achieving normal speech, language and social development. The Ontario government recognized this and implemented the Ontario infant hearing program in 2002. Since then, all infants born in Ontario have their hearing screened at birth. Statistics show approximately four in 1,000 infants are born with or develop a permanent hearing impairment. Infants who receive a “refer” result on the initial hearing screening or have risk factors associated with hearing loss are offered further complete diagnostic testing by one of the program’s qualified audiologists. Prior to the implementation of this program, children with hearing loss were not often identified until two years of

age, with many others identified only after entering school. Now the average age of identification is less than six months. One of the major goals of the infant hearing program is to fit these hearing impaired children with hearing aids prior to six months of age. Early amplification helps ensure these children have access to all the sounds of speech allowing them to develop speech and language skills just like their peers. Although many infants are identified during their initial screening, there are cases of infants developing hearing loss at a later date. In view of this, concerns about a child’s hearing should never be ignored. Remember, no child is too young to test. For more information visit www.wellingtonhearing.com. This column was submitted by Dr. Lynne McCurdy of Wellington Hearing Care.

source. The best time to teach these positive associations is during the critical transition between the breast and solid foods. During this learning curve, it is possible to teach children to not only tolerate, but also truly enjoy their vegetables, as well as other healthy food choices. This can be accomplished by ensuring the child is receiving energy dense meals throughout the day. If kids are past this transition phase, it is still possible to curb their taste buds over time and improve their nutrition status during the conversion period. There are a number of cookbooks out on the market now that are devoted to improving the health status of children, while still maintaining some of the comfort tastes that kids prefer. One such cookbook is The Sneaky Chef, the authors of

which have developed recipes that literally sneak “undesirable” vegetables like spinach and kale into smile-producing treats like muffins and brownies. No kid would ever turn

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CNIB’s goal? Reduce the number of Canadians who lose their sight each year by 50% by 2020. That’s 22,500 Canadians whose sight could be saved every year. “Early detection of eye disease is critical to ensuring you can receive treatment that could save your sight,” said Rafferty. “A complete eye exam by an optometrist is an excellent way to detect many serious eye diseases that can lead to vision loss. To help spread that message in communities across the country, CNIB has joined forces with the Canadian Association of Optometrists

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No pain, just gain at Bowen Therapy Christine Hagerman is a registered nurse. Consequently, she’s fully aware of the importance of pain management. Pain is something that we have all experienced at some time - Christine included. In fact, it was Christine’s personal experience with chronic pain that led her down an alternative path to pain management. The treatment she discovered did so much to alleviate her own pain that she decided to become a practitioner of it, and help others. She hasn’t looked back since. The treatment Christine provides is a revolutionary type of therapy formulated and developed by an Australian - Tom Bowen. This amazing therapy has attracted much interest over the years. It is establishing itself on a global scale, and is being increasingly used in a variety of applications such as hospitals, physiotherapy clinics and even hospices. The success of this unique holistic therapy continues to grow. Bowen Therapy is an extremely gentle, non-invasive and very safe method of relieving pain. It works on the premise of promoting and encouraging the body’s own natural responses through gentle touches and manipulation, and patients will often experience profound relaxation during a session. Periods of ‘rest’ occur throughout the therapy sessions, and these are to allow the body to respond and react to the treatment, which is designed to reduce the

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ELORA - A revolution in cinematic technology has taken the world by storm and is arriving in Elora in early May, when the Gorge Cinema will convert to digital projection. “The new technology will possibly go unnoticed by some patrons, but since cinema has always been about suspending disbelief and becoming absorbed in the story line of a movie, it’s going to be so much easier without barriers such as dusty or scratched prints or sound that warbles a little,� said John Chalmers, co-owner of the Gorge Cinema. Centre Wellington has a long history of offering films to its citizens in small, independent cinemas. The first movie theatre, The Grand, opened in Fergus in 1928, then the Gorge Cinema carried on the tradition, starting in 1974, in Elora’s old Commercial Hotel building on Mill Street. This rich tradition was jeopardized earlier this year when distributors made it clear to all cinemas they would greatly reduce or even cease the number of film prints made avail-

able to theatres. In fact, the president of the National Association of Theatre Owners told cinemas: “convert [to digital] or die,� Chalmers said. While this sounds like a simple business decision, many small, local cinemas cannot afford the huge cost of switching. In a recent article in Indiewire, it was estimated that at least a thousand small cinemas will close across North America in the next two years, which some see as a huge loss of cultural equity, character and potential tourism for many small communities. “We thought long and hard about this change,� said Gorge Cinema co-owner Deidre Whittaker. “But closing was never an option; our patrons really value having a local cinema in their backyards, so to speak. “Besides, we are confident they will embrace this new technology, too. We are using a state-of-the-art digital Christie Class D projector with a Dolby surround sound processor. Continued on page 11

CWDHS grad wins international Emmy Award by Kelly Waterhouse TORONTO - Cannes, France is a long way from Alma, Ontario, but for Pietro Gagliano, it was the influence of his rural roots that launched his award-winning career. The Centre Wellington District High School graduate (class of 1998) is now the creative director and vicepresident of Secret Location, an interactive agency that specializes in brand, entertainment and technological development in Toronto. On April 1, Gagliano’s creative team won the Digital International Emmy Award for best digital program in the fiction category for Endgame, an interactive Facebook episode based on the 13-episode television show that had a dedicated fan-following. “We were able to take on a Showcase television show, called Endgame,� Gagliano said. To support the series’ launch last year, Thunderbird Films joined forces with Showcase.ca and Secret Location to create the ultimate web experience. “We made a 14th episode and made it interactive online for viewers,� Gagliano

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Facebook profiles directly into the online narrative, plunging the audience and their friends deep into the heart of a personalized mystery.� Endgames was a drama series, starring Shawn Doyle of Big Love, 24 and Desperate Housewives. “We had a great opportunity to use the cast and the sets, which was incredible,� Gagliano said. He credits his business partners at Secret Location: James Milward, founder and executive producer for the company, and Ryan Andal, technical director and vice-president. Describing their work, Gagliano said, “Everything has a balance of entertainment and technology and creativity. The most success we have is when we have a balance of all three.� Secret Location has won many professional accolades. “I hope this helps us work with Canadian media to help it thrive,� Gagliano said. “We are competing on a global scale now. I hope this brings us the opportunity to do work around the globe.� He added, “Previously our biggest achievement was the Gemini Award for stormingjuno.com,� which he describes as adding an extension to a History Channel docudrama film about the contribution of Canadian Forces on Juno beach on D-Day, 1944. Gagliano is passionate about his work and future projects, but he credits his childhood on the family farm in Alma for making it all possible. “I think growing up on a farm and being surrounded by nothing but an open sky and open fields, with no barriers or distractions was the basis for my creativity,� Gagliano said, adding he is the eldest of four boys. “I hold the experience of my childhood, for my creativity, in high regard.� Eventually he plans to return to the area, to the wide open places for inspiration. “I’m at my creative best in the chaos of the city or the quiet of the country,� he said. “I will be back there again, someday.�

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A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA). If you require further information, regarding this report, call the Elora Resource Centre at 519-846-0941. Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For technical information, call the Agricultural Information Contact Centre at 1-877-424-1300 or visit the OMAFRA Website: www. omafra.gov.on.ca GROWING YOUR FARM PROFITS by John C. Benham At the next Growing Your Farm Profits workshop, you will be able to complete a workbook similar to the Environmental Farm Plan workbook and come up with an Action Plan. By taking the workshop you will be able to review your current farm management practices. You will better understand how planning provides a framework for effective decision making. It will help you set goals and priorities for the future. It will identify resources to help you reach your goals. It will help you build on the strengths of your business and identify where you may wish to make changes for improved performance. For an established farm business, up to $31,400 is available and up to $35,900 is available for a new farm business. These are the maximum cost shares available to improve your farm business management. For more information and to sign up call Liz at 519-638-3268 or register online at: www.ontariosoilcrop.org/ workshops. The next two-day Growing Your Farm Profits workshop will be held on Tuesday, June 5 and Tuesday, June 19 from 9:30am to 3pm in the Elora OMAFRA boardroom. As well there will be a two-day Growing Your Farm Profits workshop to be held in the Wilmot Recreation Centre in Baden on Monday, June 11 and Monday, June 18. Lunch and refreshments are provided. No costs to participants. Call Liz at 519-638-3268. DON’T BECOME A STATISTIC – TRAIN YOUR WORKERS IN PROPER HYGIENE PRACTICES by Colleen Haskins, On-Farm Food Safety Program Lead, OMAFRA Did you know that inadequate worker hygiene is the 2nd leading cause of food borne illness? Are your workers headed towards becoming a part of this statistic? Worker hygiene involves hand washing, worker cleanliness and suitable, clean clothing. With the new season brings an influx of workers to the farm. Are you prepared to provide effective food safety training? Many workers are veterans at the job, but we all forget and (re)training

is always a great way to reinforce important messages, especially when it comes to food safety. OMAFRA’s hand washing training easel and new weather durable posters are great tools to assist in training your workers properly. Don’t become a statistic – train your workers in proper hygiene practices. For these tools and other food safety resources, visit our website at: www.ontario.ca/goodagpractices or call us at 1-877-4241300. Food safety question? Ask us. INVASIVE WEEK ALERT by John C. Benham Two plants of serious concern are Garlic Mustard and Dog Strangling Vine. Garlic Mustard is very common, while Dog Strangling Vine is not known to have reached Wellington but is right next door. Garlic Mustard is a biennial. The first year is a rosette on the ground. The next year it grows to about 2 to 3 feet tall with very small white flowers. This plant produces abundant seeds and must be stopped by removing the flowers or pulling the plant. The roots of this plant produce a toxic substance that allows this plant to displace other desirable plants or tree seedlings. Dog Strangling Vine once established very quickly spreads displacing desirable plants. It is a member of the milkweed family but is not a host to the monarch butterfly. It flowers May to June with a small pinkish maroon flower that produces a pod and seeds similar to milkweed. It tends to wrap around itself or other stalks and forms rope like branches. For more information on either plant, just Google the plant name or call John at 519-846-3394 for a brochure. UP TO 60% OF THE CORN IS IN THE GROUND OMAFRA Corn: Greg Stewart - Depending on the area, 10 to 60% of the corn crop has been planted. Provincially corn planting is estimated at 35%. Soil conditions remain dry and friable in most areas; the lack of soil moisture is an increasing concern and has forced deeper planting especially on light textured soils. Cold temperatures and rain/snow mix has caused some concern over seed or seedling damage due to the uptake of cold water. The most vulnerable time is when the cold water is imbibed by the seed in the first 24 to 48 hours after planting. A relatively dry 14 day forecast should heighten grower’s awareness of soil moisture conservation. Avoid secondary tillage that is too aggressive (too deep, too many passes) and causes excessive drying. Packing or rolling to conserve moisture is advised. Cereals: Peter Johnson / Scott Banks - Winter cereals are moving forward slowly with the cool temperatures. Cold nights in

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Crump joins sustainable agriculture fundraiser by Kelly Waterhouse FERGUS - Planting the seed of sustainable agriculture and the future of food is the goal of the first fundraiser for the Wellington Centre for Sustainable Agriculture (WCSA) on May 31. “Our celebrity guest chef for this event will be Jeff Crump, executive chef at The Ancaster Mill,” said Chris Jess, chair of the WCSA, a not-for-profit organization planning to bridge organic farming and secondary school curriculum through Centre Wellington District High School (CWDHS). “Plying his trade at restaurants such as Chez Panisse, Fat Duck and Lumiere, Jeff’s passion for food of the highest quality has been a guiding force in our province.” Crump is also co-author of the best-selling cookbook Earth to Table: Seasonal Recipes from an Organic Farm, which encourages people to make the connection between food and the land. “This event will help raise funds for our farm program,” Jess said. “We’ll be inviting trail blazers such as Chef Crump in to our kitchen (and community) over the next number of years.” Crump will work with the chefs and students of The Food School at CWDHS to deliver a menu focusing on the spring growing season and featuring many local farms. “We’re very excited to be working with such a passionate local food advocate,” Jess said. The WCSA fundraiser is May 31 at the Elora Legion with a reception beginning at 6:30pm and dinner at 7pm.

low heat unit areas (-5oC) continued to stress the crop and show tip burn on leaves. A few more November acres have been targeted for replant with insufficient stand establishment to qualify for crop insurance. Manganese (Mn) deficiency is more prevalent than normal due to extremely dry soils: spray to correct. Disease pressure remains low, with mildew beginning in advanced fields. Cool temperatures and high winds have resulted in the majority of the crop waiting to be sprayed for weed control and/or with early fungicides. This is the correct choice, as later fungicide applications increase yield more than early applications. It is too late in advanced fields to worry about dandelion, chickweed or other winter annual weed control. The damage is done. Advanced spring cereals are at the 4 leaf stage. Herbicides should be applied as soon as weeds emerge and temperatures allow. There is insufficient growth in these fields to consider a fungicide application: weed control and early fungicides applications are best split if weed pressure is high and maximum yields are desired. COMING EVENTS May 26 - Wellington Rural Romp: a day in the countryside at over a dozen farms in Wellington County with gardening and baby farm animals on display. Visit: www.guelphwellingtonlocalfood.ca for more details. May 29 - Wellington County Farm Safety regular meeting at Husky Farm Equipment, Alma at 8pm sharp. For more information, call Walter Grose at 519-846-5329. June 19 and 20 - Ontario Pork Congress. Mark your calendar; check website: http://www.porkcongress.on.ca/. June 24 - Local Food Fest: a celebration of local food and copies of the 2012 local food map available at Ignatius Jesuit Centre with children’s area, workshops and more. Visit the website at: www.guelphwellingtonlocalfood.ca. July 4 and 5 - South West Crop Diagnostic Day, Univ. of Guelph, Ridgetown, 8:15am. Check the website: http://www.diagnosticdays.ca/.

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Youth showmanship - On April 7 Sarah Height, 11, and “Kohler’s Country Girl” earned the title of Grand Champion Breeding Heifer at a Youth Forum competition in Orangeville, which included over 200 entries from across Ontario. Earlier this year at their first outing together, the Arthur-area duo competed at a youth beef expo in London, Ontario and brought home a grand champion banner and a $500 scholarship. Sarah, who is in her second year in 4-H, says she looks forward to showing later this year at local fairs and the Royal Winter Fair. submitted photo

Catering crew - The Badenoch 4-H Club recently catered a dinner for the Optimist Club of Puslinch. Members who worked at the event included, from left: Luke DeJonge, Brayden Secord, leader Joan Law, Meghan Secord, Erica Costin, Molly Costin, Anna Nason and leaders Marion Hunter and Ida Law.

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New jerseys - The Centre Wellington Mohawks U9-2 field lacrosse team recently showed off its new jerseys. Various Mohawk field lacrosse teams, ranging in age from under 9 through under 17, kicked off their field lacrosse season on April 14 with games in Waterloo and London. The teams play tournament-style games on Saturdays or Sundays and the season wraps up with the provincial championships in Brampton from May 18 to 21. submitted photo

Clean sweep - The Palmerston bantam girls broomball team was recognized by Minto council on April 17 in front of family, friends and other supporters. Mayor George Bridge handed out the tribute on behalf of the town. The team won gold at the Mildmay tournament and gold at the 2012 FBOB Junior Provincial Championship. photo by Kris Svela

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Achievement recognition - Minto council honoured its top sports teams and individuals, including in-line skating champion Paisley Perrie, prior to its April 17 meeting. Mayor George Bridge paid tribute to Perrie on behalf of the town for an extraordinary season that saw the skater win the Ontario Long Track Championship, gold in the 500 metres at the Canadian championship and Ontario short track championship in Kingston, the Canadian In-Line Speed championship last summer and overall female champion at the Ontario winter games. photo by Kris Svela

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FROM PAGE TWO Association (GGOA) will be hosting a Charity car care event 10-2pm in the Wal-Mart Parking lot. BBQ with proceeds going to the Guelph Special Olympics, and each vehicle will be checked over by licensed technicians from the Guelph area garages. *** Treasure Shop 9am-12 noon. Held by Grace Christian Fellowship. Free good used clothing for all ages, At Bethel Baptist Church, 675 Victoria Terrace, Fergus. *** Elora and Salem Horticultural Society hold their Annual Plant Sale, Saturday, 8-11am – rain or shine – on the Old Salem Schoolhouse Parking Lot located at the Corner of 7 & 18 across from the Esso Station. Many plants and bags of compost will be available. If you have plants that need digging that you’d like to donate, please contact Claude 519-843-3131. *** Mother’s Day Tea, St. Teresa of Avila Church Hall, 19 Flamingo Drive, Elmira. 2-4pm. Free will offering, all welcome. Contact Agnes Downey –Norris for more info. 519-669-8085. *** Legends of Rock & Roll Dinner Theatre featuring tributes to Elvis, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly & Carl Perkins. PMD Arena, Drayton. Tickets: $35. Hosted by the MAX (Mapleton Arena Xpansion Committee). For Tickets call 519-638-7723.

Sun. May 13

Royal Canadian Legion Listowel. Jamboree. Elizabeth St., Listowel. 1-5pm. Roast beef dinner, served at 5pm, $9. Call 519291-2569 for info. *** Mother’s Day Tea. Edgewood Camp and Conference Centre, 49 Memorial Street, Eden Mills. Sittings 12-1:30pm or 2:30-4pm. Advanced tickets $10 - $12 at the door. Reserve tickets 519-8569622. *** Mother’s Day Breakfast, St. Clements Community Centre, 1 Green Street, St. Clements, Ontario. Adults $7 advance, $8 at door; children 3-8 $4. Please call Wayne or Marilyn Curry at 519-669-8747 for tickets. *** Mothers Day Brunch 10am-2pm. Columbus Hall, 84 Lewis Road Guelph. Reserve now 519-821-4050. *** Sunday Night Showcase Concert - with Stan Taylor (from New Brunswick Hall of Fame), 7pm; free, Gore Park bandstand, Elmira. *** MOTHER’S DAY AT THE ARBORETUM
4 km. Spend some time together on Mother’s Day, and enjoy a walk through the Arboretum. Meet 1:30pm on Arboretum Road, at the parking lots that are accessed from College Ave. More of a stroll than a hike, this will be on level ground with good footing for almost the entire way. All welcome. 
Leader: Dave 519-716-8273 
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Mon. May 14

Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington AGM. 7pm in the Jean Weber room of the Mount Forest Archives, 110 Wellington Street E., Mount Forest. *** Harriston & District Horticultural Society Meeting and Spring Flower show. Harriston –Minto Auditorium, 7:30pm. Speaker Michael Freisleben “organic gardening”. Refreshments.

Tues. May 15

Cancer Support Group 3rd Tuesday of every Month, 10am-12pm. Upper Grand 753 Tower, St. Fergus. 1st Wednesday of the month, Lunch Out. Contact, Joyce B. 519-843-3213 or Judy D. 519-8433947 Ext: 100. *** Guelph Township Horticultural Society Spring Show open to youth and adult members. 7:30pm. Marden Community Centre, 7368 Wellington Rd. 30. The Public is welcome to view the floral exhibits and hear speaker, Sharon Stewart, founder and program advisor on the “Therapeutic Julien Project at St. Ignatius”. Exhibits to be in 6:30-7:30pm. Memberships available any time. Contact Secretary: 519-822-5289. *** In-Home Care and Long-term Care Home Placement Information Session - find out how to access long-term care homes in our Region. 5-6:30pm. Evergreen Seniors Centre, 683 Woolwich St. Guelph. Free. Contact: Patti Hirsch at 1-888-883-3313 ext. 5190.

Wed. May 16

North & Centre Wellington Spark of Brilliance 7th Annual Fashion Show. Centre Wellington Sportsplex, Belsyde Ave, Fergus. Tickets $12. Fashion Show 7:30-9pm. Silent Auction, Door Prizes, Buffet. Spark of Brilliance is a non-profit organization that puts on free workshops which provide social & creative opportunities in our community. For tickets call 519-843-5742 ex 561 (please leave message). *** Fergus & District Horticultural Society Meeting & Flower Show: 7:30pm. Victoria Park Centre, Fergus. Topic: “Specialty Mushrooms”- Speaker: Julie Baumlisberger. Everyone welcome. For more info. call Roberta at 519-843-5892. *** Greenfield Cemetery, Arthur Annual Meeting. 7:30pm. cemetery chapel. All Interment Rights Holders welcome.

Thurs. May 17

Milton & District Horticultural Society Plant Sale And Silent Auction 7pm. Milton Fairgrounds, 136 Robert St, Milton. Featuring annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, hostas, groundcover, trees & shrubs, bagged garden soil, and so much more! *** Arthur Youth Horticultural Society meeting. 6 -12 years. Arthur Curling Club. 6–7pm. *** Arthur Horticultural Sr. Society May Spring Show. 8pm. Arthur Curling Club. All welcome.

Fri. May 18

All U Can Eat Wings/Pub Night Harriston Legion Branch #296 Entertainment by Lindsay Morgan. Starting at 6:30pm till we run out. $12 per person. Call 519-338-2843. *** Fish Fry Mount Forest United Church. Continuous serve 5-7pm. Take outs available 4:30pm. Adults $13, Students $7, Preschoolers Free. Tickets at the Church House 519-323-1910. *** Yard Sale 10-7pm, Saturday 9am-12 noon, at Alma United Church. Bake table, new items, plant sale. Many treasures. *** Wellington County Museum and Archives Queen Victoria’s 1897 Diamond Jubilee Celebrations 2pm. Hear the details of Queen Victoria’s 1897 Diamond Jubilee celebrations in London, England, from Victoria herself! Refreshments in our Victorian Garden to follow. Admission $2 per person. This event requires pre-registration. Please call 519.846.0916 x 5221.

Sat. May 19

Country Dance in Alma Community Hall. $10. Dance to Bill Beattie Band.

Sun. May 20

Continued from page 8 “Audiences are going to love the crisp, clean image and sound.” While the average patron may wonder what all the fuss is about, the Independent Cinema Association of Australia calls this digital conversion, “the most important change in cinema exhibition in 100 years.” Many compare it to the magnitude of change when films switched from being silent to “talkies”. “Our new system is 3D ready, which means we will have the option later of playing both 2D and 3D films, and also alternative programming such as live TV, Blu-ray and DVD projection,” Chalmers explained. Movies have always been shown on some form of filmstock (today “film” is actually made from mylar). Film is a fragile and bulky medium that has always been prone to damage. The new digital hard drives will maintain the integrity of the movies and allow cinemagoers to enjoy moving pictures exactly how the filmmakers intended them to be seen. “I think we will miss the tactile nature of 35 millimeter film, and the ‘show-must-goon’ nature of assembling a film for screening and sometimes making repairs and adjust-

ments to a mechanical projector just to get through a show, but ultimately our work will be easier,” Chalmers said. Nick Grose, a projectionist, agrees. “Movie patrons would be shocked to know how damaged those 35 mm prints can get ... Who knows what the audience is missing?” While some purists lament the loss of the film format, it is clear to Chalmers that if Centre Wellington residents wish to have movies screened here for another 80 years, the conversion to digital projection is necessary. “We feel we are keeping pace with technical and programming advances that are being made by cinemas such as Toronto’s Hot Docs Bloor Cinema and the TIFF Bell Lightbox,” Chalmers said. “Those are the kind of models we aspire to emulate and I think despite being located in a village, our audience wants us to aim high too.” He added the changes at the Gorge Cinema won’t impact the enjoyment of the historic cinema in the village. “Our prices are going up marginally, however, during the past 10 years ticket prices at The Gorge have only increased by $1, making filmgoing in Elora one of the most affordable evenings you could enjoy,” Chalmers said.

Sunday Morning Community Family Breakfast at Fergus Legion, 500 Blair Street. 9-11:30am. $6 per person, $3 kids under 10. Everyone is welcome.

Mon. May 21

Equine Driving Intro Clinic held by Tri-County Carriage Assoc. Free. A wide variety of Carriage Driving topics will be touched on such as Carriage and harness types, fitting and safety, just to mention a few. Anyone interested in attending should contact Tricountycarriage@hotmail.ca. 1pm. Orchard Park Stables, Carlisle.

Tues. May 22

Maryborough (Moorefield) Horticultural Society Spring Flower Show and Meeting, 7:30pm. Moorefield Optimist Hall. Speaker: James Graham. Topic: Memberships and Simple Planters. *** Guelph Horticultural Society General Meeting. 7:30pm. Dublin Street United Church. Basic gardening demo and mini flower show. Guest speakers Bob and Ann Granatier “Irises - Nature’s Rainbow Flower”. New members welcome. For more information, please visit: www.guelphhort.org.

Wed. May 23

Casting for blues musical. The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild is casting an original blues musical. Job’s Blues, a modernized adaptation of the biblical story of Job. The show, which will be staged in the fall of 2012, requires a cast of five men and seven women. Participants should be prepared to audition with a blues song. Music is available by contacting or 519-338-3681.

Thurs. May 24

EUCHRE - St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest - 7:30pm. $2.50 includes light lunch and prizes.

Fri. May 25

Friday Night Dance at the Elora Legion featuring Bill Beattie. Starts at 8pm. Cost $10 per person, lunch provided. Call 519-8469611 for more information. *** Howell’s Fish Fry at Hillsburgh Baptist Church, 5-7pm continuous serving. Tickets available at 519-855-4572 or 519-855-4228. Adults - $15, Children 6-12 - $8, under 5- free. *** Variety Show 7:30pm. Mount Forest United Church - event to showcase the many talents of our church members and the talents of the community. Goodwill offering will be collected. Elevator accessible. Everyone welcome. *** Alma Optimist Beef BBQ. 7pm Alma Community Hall. $12 adults, $4 kids. *** Movie Night. $2 per person. Wear your favourite pyjamas and bring your pillow and blanket to watch the movie “Night at the Museum”. Movie starts at 7pm sharp. Games and popcorn will be offered in the Nicholas Keith Room, Wellington County Museum and Archives, lWellington Road 18 between Fergus and Elora. 519-846-0916 x 5221.

Sat. May 26

Marsville Lions Community Breakfast. $5 per person. Marsville Community Centre. Last Saturday of every month. 7:30-10:30am. Also, recycling of wine bottles, beer bottles and cans, pop cans. *** St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Mount Forest BREAKFAST, peameal bacon, sausage, eggs, pancakes, toast and beverage, $8 per person. BAKE SALE 8-11am. ***

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 third week of May-

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 It’s easy for your mind to wander and get caught daydreaming, Aries. That’s because you are feeling a little restless and in need of a change. A vacation may just do it.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, sometimes the things you believe to be a big deal really aren’t a big deal at all. Simply changing your perception about things can bring on real change.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, though you’re intent on saving money, some situations arise that will require you to open your wallet. But you can handle these unforeseen expenses.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 The biggest lesson you can learn is how to deal with conflict in a productive way, Sagittarius. If you look at your track record, you just may find that the old way isn’t working.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, sometimes you are misunderstood and that can leave you feeling frustrated. It’s best not to change a thing, though, because you want friends who appreciate you for you. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Exciting prospects are on the horizon, Cancer. This is something you have been looking forward to for quite some time, and you can only count the days until you get news. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you have to fight for what you believe in, even if that means being unpopular with some friends and family members. Stick with it and you’ll like the results. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, though it seems like you are caught between a rock and a hard place, there is a way out. It just may mean swallowing your pride -- something you may not find easy. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, accept help on an important project and things will go swimmingly. Just be sure to reciprocate that assistance down the line to show appreciation.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you have a full plate but somehow you always manage to pull through -- even when you are all on your own with the work. Start scheduling a day off. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you have to be in the mood to finish some projects around the house. Procrastination won’t help, but a plan of attack can help you get everything done. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, think about ideas for the future if what you are doing right now is not very exciting. Having a plan can keep you motivated.

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The Housing Help Centre invites you to attend a free landlord information session: Tuesday, May 29 2:00 - 4:00 pm

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Topics to be Covered by Sumita Pillay-Dason,LL.B. (Hon.) Barrister and Solicitor, Dason Law Office • Responsibilities for tenants and landlords under the Residential Tenancies Act Please bring any questions you may have. Refreshments will be provided. CONTACT: Housing Help Centre 519.837.5492 x 4130 neeruf@wellington.ca

BE BETTER PREPARED. PREPARE OR PURCHASE A 72-HOUR EMERGENCY KIT:

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