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Public Service Announcements The Victoria Park Seniors Centre in Fergus has a wide variety of programs for all including fitness, computer, dance, health and wellness, arts and music, general interest and everyday drop-in programs. Call 519-787-1814. *** Knights of Columbus, Guelph. Karaoke every Friday night 9pm.

84 Lewis Road. 519-821-4050 (Glen). No admission charge.

Buffet every Friday 11:30am-1pm 519-821-4050 (Glen/Ryan/ Rod). Open to the public. *** Was your grade 12 graduation from Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School, Guelph in 2001? If so, please join alumni and teachers for a drop in 10-year reunion on Saturday, June 4 from 1 to 4pm at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School. To RSVP for the event or for more information, contact Michelle or Shaun at ololtenyears@gmail.com.

A mouse in the house - Geronimo Stilton visited Roxanne’s Reflections in Fergus and enjoyed Patricia Reimer sharing his latest book with young readers. photo by Helen Michel

June 12, 2011 - 1 to 5pm Tickets $38 Cox Creek Winery is flying in fresh East Coast lobster for a fundraising event for the Centre Wellington Food Bank.

Tickets just $38. Join us for an exciting afternoon of delicious food, exceptional wine and fun music.

For more details visit: www.centrewellingtonfoodbank.org Information and tickets please call: (519) 767-3253 or (519) 824-1624 Tickets available at Scotiabank

THE PONSONBY RATEPAYERS’ ASSOCIATION in conjunction with ELORA ROAD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH (ERCF) cordially invite you to the

3RD Annual PONSONBY RATEPAYERS’ ASSOCIATION

Community BBQ

Saturday June 11th, 2011, 2:30-5:30pm

ERCF, 5696 Cty. Rd. 7 (Elora Rd) Hamburgers • Hot Dogs • Salads Deserts & Beverages will be served

All Welcome! No Charge Celebration of the ERCF Expansion Games for Kids, Special Events for all Please bring your own lawn chairs Ponsonby.Ratepayers@gmail.com

Sunday June 12, 2011 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

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*** Waterloo Wellington Community Care Access Centre Long-term Care Home Information Session - find out how to access longterm care homes in the region. 5-6:30pm. Evergreen Seniors Centre, 683 Woolwich St. Guelph. Attendance is free. Please contact Patti Hirsch at 1-888-883-3313 ext. 5190. *** Tea and Tales with the Guelph Guild of Storytellers and Friends Enabling Gardens, behind Evergreen Senior Centre Every Friday morning this summer, except July 1. 10:30-11:30am. Stories range from personal memories to literary classics to traditional.

Stories are intended for the young at heart, and may be too long or complex for young children. www.guelpharts.ca/storytellers.

Sandy Schoen storytellers@guelpharts.ca 519-767-0017.

Jun 3

The Listowel /Hesson Ham Supper /Garden Party at the Listowel Agricultural Hall. Supper served from 4-8pm. Adults $12.50, $11 before May 27. Children $5, preschoolers free. Call 519-291-4400 ext 3. for tickets. *** Guelph Food Bank, Gigantic Garage Sales, BBQ and silent auctions. 100 Crimea street. 8am to 6pm. June 3 & 4. *** Maryhill K. of C. and C. and C. Fish Fry. Maryhill Heritage Community Center. 2 sittings: 5:30 & 7:00pm. Adults (12+) $14, Children (6-11) $7, Preschool (5+Under) Free. Tickets: Doug 648-2939, Mike 648-3394, Mary 822-9287.

Jun 4

Second Annual Wellington North Walk for ALS. Victory Community Centre 320 King Street, Mount Forest, 8:30am: registration opens 11am, walk starts 2pm. The walk is a 5 km outdoor walk, rain or shine. Bouncing castles, balloons, music and food! For more information please contact: Ashley Teeter 519-323 8208. *** Harriston and District Horticultural Society 10th annual garden festival 8am- 2pm. Mill Street Park. Great raffle, free admission. *** Big Swings for Littles: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington’s Annual Golf Tournament at Ariss Golf Course.

Registration and more information call 519-787-0106 or email bbbsofcw@aol.com. *** Juno Winner Fred Eaglesmith brings his music and art to the Fergus Grand Theatre. Art show hosted by Fergus Arts Council starts at 7pm. Music starts at 8pm. 244 St. Andrew St. W, Fergus, Ontario, N1M 1N7. 519-787-1981. Tickets $27 available at www. fergusgrandtheatre.ca. *** Fish Fry Dinner at Rockmosa Community Centre, Rockwood.

Saturday June 4. Sittings at 5pm and 7pm. Tickets, Adults $14, Children (Under 12) $7. Admission by Ticket Only. (No Take Out). Please call Mary, 519-856-2192 or Charles, 519-856-4219.

Presented by the Rockwood, K of C and CWL. *** The Fergus Devils Golf Tournament will be held at Wildwinds Golf Links. $125 per golfer includes, green fee, cart, steak dinner, side games, silent auction and more. Contact Denis at 519-8432894 or Nicole at bird.nicole.l@gmail.com. *** Harriston Firefighters Annual Pancake Breakfast. Harriston Fire Hall. 7am-11am. $7 per person, 12 and under $4. 4 and under free. *** Optimist Club Bob Tail Truck, Car Show. June 4-5 at Palmerston Arena. Pork Chop Supper 5-7 p.m. Sunday – Breakfast 8-10:30am.

More info. and tickets call 343-3862. *** Fergus Lioness Club – Annual Yard Sale, 8am-1pm at the Fergus Curling Club 148 St. George Street W. Donations accepted Fri. June 3 between 11am-4pm (clean/unbroken). Inquiries? 519-8431742. Don’t forget your Zehrs tapes. *** Huge Garage Sale! 8am to noon. Trillium Waldorf School. 540 Victoria Road North, Guelph. All proceeds to support TWS, a registered charity. Rain Date June 5. Contact 821-5140 for more info. or to donate.

Jun 5

KidsAbility 5th Annual 1km Fun Run/Walk. 10am- 12 noon; Rink 2 at the West End Community Centre in Guelph. Rain or shine as

is held indoors. Special guests, activities, BBQ. For more information or to obtain your Fun Run pledge form, contact Caroline Davidson 519-780-0186 ext. 238. *** Blue Rose Presents F.S.P.O. (for special people only) bothered with voices, visions, dreams? Maze walk, crystal-healing bowls.

Donations. 2-5pm. 519-833-0292. *** Palmerston United Church. 10 am worship will feature “Piyak Ootihi” an Aboriginal singing and drumming group. Roast Beef Dinner from 4:30 – 7 pm (continuous service). Tickets are adults $15.00, children 12 and under $7.00, preschoolers free and available at Palmerston Home Hardware, 140 William Street or call 519-343-3620. Wear your Western attire to be included in a prize winning draw.

Jun 6

The Guelph Enabling Garden returns this season with Knit Knites in the Garden at 6:30pm. A unique way to spend an evening.

Experienced and new knitters welcome. Come with your own knitting project and learn tricks of the trade or teach others.

Located in Riverside Park, 685 Woolwich St. North, Guelph. Call Lea 519-993-5323 or visit www.enablinggarden.org. *** Special Event: Celebrating Seniors Month at 2:15pm. Don’t miss this very special afternoon performance produced by “The Victoria Park Ensemble”. No charge. Enjoy a special celebration cake and refreshments. Please call the Victoria Park Senior Centre at 787-1814 for information and to register.

Jun 7

The Guelph Enabling Garden located in Riverside Park, 685 Woolwich Street N, Guelph welcomes all to participate in a free educational workshop ‘How Plants Heal People” from 7 - 8 p.m.

For more information contact lea@green-ideas.ca or visit www. enablinggarden.org. *** Victoria Park Seniors Centre: Coin Appraisal Clinic between 2pm and 4pm. Call 519-787-1814 to book your appointment.

Jun 8

Trillium Waldorf School ‘Talk & Tour’. 9am to 10:30am.

Registered visitors tour grade school classrooms in progress and learn about Waldorf education. Call 519-821-5140 for more information and to register.

Jun 9

Arthur Agricultural Society, upstairs hall. 7:30pm. Arthur Community Centre. All welcome. *** Maryborough Horticulture Society Bus Tour … TBA. *** Seniors’ Olympics will be held in the Town of Minto.

Jun 10

Guelph Food Bank, Gigantic Garage Sales, BBQ and silent auctions. 100 Crimea street. 8am to 6pm. June 10 and 11. *** Meet really nice folks, work outdoors, and make a meaningful contribution to Elora/Fergus this summer! Consider joining our team of volunteers working 3-4 hours/week on our urban tree inventory. Professional training on June 10-11, all equipment provided. Contact: neighbourwoods@eloraenvironmentcentre.ca or call 519 846 0841. *** Euchre at St. John’s United Church in Belwood. 7:30pm. *** St. Teresa of Avilia’s 21st Annual Garden Party. 19 Flamingo Drive, Elmira. Community BBQ in the hall from 5-8pm. Lots of fun for young and old. Fireworks at 9:30pm. All are welcome. *** Victoria Park Seniors Centre: The Guelph-Wellington Alzheimer’s Society presents the second in a series of three films at 10am: Alzheimer’s Movie Series #2-Behaviour Issues. Computer class: “Downloading Free Stuff” at 2pm. Call 787-1814 to register.

Jun 11

Yard Sale, St. John’s United Church Manse, Belwood. 8 11:30a.m. Something for everyone. Please come and visit us. *** Car Wash for Cystic Fibrosis. Join us from 9am-2pm to help raise money for the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and try to beat our own Guinness World Record for the largest car wash.

Free BBQ lunch from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Carstar, Guelph, 81 Malcolm. *** Faith Lutheran Church - Community Garage and Bake Sale, 8am12 noon, 290 Belsyde Ave., E., Fergus. Treasures for everyone. *** The Ponsonby Ratepayers’ Association in conjunction with Elora Road Christian Fellowship Church (ERCF) cordially invite you to the 3rd Annual Ponsonby Community BBQ: 2:30pm - 5:30pm at ERCF, 5696 Cty. Rd. 7 (Elora Rd). Hamburgers/hot dogs/ salads, desserts & beverages will be served. All welcome – no nharge. Celebration of the ERCF Expansion, Games for kids, special events for all. Please bring your own lawnchairs. *** Old Time Dance. 8pm - 12amm. $10/person, light lunch provided.

Band - Southridge Sound. St. John Parish Centre, 160 Georgina St., Arthur.

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Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, June 3, 2011 PAGE THREE

Karen Armstrong: Working to help Wellington County be more active

by Mike Robinson

C. WELLINGTON - One might call Karen Armstrong a driving force to help Wellington County residents become more active.

Armstrong is with the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph In Motion committee and one of those spearheading the creation of an active transportation plan for Wellington County.

“The problem isn’t necessarily the people are not willing to get out there; they need to be able to do it safely,” she said.

In a rural area, the physical layout and design of the communities often makes biking or other active travel difficult for routine activities such as shopping, going to work or school.

Many areas have neither sidewalks nor cycling lanes, she said.

In rural areas, homes are often too far from shops, jobs and services to make walking or cycling practical for most trips. In addition, she said, communities tend to be connected via roads, not by trails or cycling lanes.

That leaves residents and tourists with one option - the automobile.

As for the benefits of being active, Armstrong said there are many. She said research shows how communities are built and designed has a direct impact on the population.

Health is a big one. “The risk of obesity goes up 6% for every hour we spend in a car, but down for every kilometre we walk each day.”

When considering the statistics locally, the one that surprised her was the degree of overweight youths from ages 12 to 19 in Wellington County.

It is at 18%, whereas Guelph is at 6%.

Armstrong was also quick to point out active transit is not the answer, but one of a number of factors. “In rural areas we often have to drive everywhere. Our communities are connected by roads, not neces-

sarily by trails, cycle lanes or other options - even within a community.”

She cited parents who drive their kids to school because there are no sidewalks, the walking route might be unsafe or the trail may not feel comfortable.

She added obesity, in turn, is connected with Type 2 diabetes, which can happen now as early as age 6 in Ontario.

“It is preventable because it is linked with eating and physical activity,” said Armstrong.

Another issue is the environment, and studies indicate transportation is one of the fastest growing sources of greenhouse gasses, which in turn affect climate. Plus the pollutants from vehicles are having a local impact, she said.

They are related to cardiac disease and asthma in children.

“The closer one lives to a major roadway, the higher the incidence of asthma for children.”

Another aspect is water quality, she said.

Armstrong said the ground acts as a natural filter, but once it is paved or built upon, natural filtration no longer occurs.

Therefore the water flow is more contaminated, and warmer - which has further impacts on the environment.

In Wellington County, Armstrong added, air pollution can affect crop yields anywhere from 20 to 25%.

Another aspect she found interesting is the issue of social cohesion.

“There is a significant portion of the population which does not drive,” she said.

Those people can be under 16, older adults or those with a physical disability. “And we are an aging population - with one third of the population over the age of 50.”

The other part of the equation is the economy.

Because of the economic downturn in recent years,

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allowing alternative transportation provides an opportunity for vehicle cost savings to be spent elsewhere.

Armstrong said the other area of social cohesion “is that the more time you spend in your car, the less time you have to get to know your neighbours. When you have a strongly cohesive neighbourhood, it decreases crime rates, volunteerism increases and things like that.”

Armstrong also commented on injury statistics.

In Wellington County, there

ning for population growth such as projecting the routes where kids are likely to walk to school. We know gas prices are not likely to go down. We need to plan transportation routes that are affordable and accessible in a long-term plan.”

County planner Sarah Wilhelm said the proposal started with a request that went to the Wellington County roads sub committee. There were some from Elora who were requesting cycling lanes on county roads.

From there, the roads sub

“The risk of obesity goes up 6% for every hour we spend in a car, but down for each kilometre we walk each day.”

- Karen Armstrong

were 3,653 collisions in 2007.

“There are a lot of connections as to how local road systems are built. It used to be that the goal was to move traffic and get it through.”

The idea now is to slow traffic down, and Armstrong said the more cyclists that are on the road, the more motorists pay attention and slow down.

She said Quebec studies indicate that accidents there had decreased by 50% with more cyclists using roads.

Armstrong said it is not just about building cycling lanes on highways, but maintaining them. Work is still being done to determine how to best promote trails and active transportation links and where the connections should be. “Obviously we don’t have the money to do it all right away,” she said.

One of the questions we’ve been asked is “why do we need a plan? It’s no different than sewers, water or plan-

committee polled municipalities across Wellington to see what they thought. That meeting was held in Minto and six of seven municipalities attended. Members of Public Health, the county, In Motion and the City of Guelph (because of its connection to the county) got involved.

Armstrong said during that meeting it was unanimous the plan should include not only county roads, but also those owned by lower tier municipalities and the province - for both cycling and walking.

“The original request was simply just to pave the shoulders of the county roads ... it kind of blossomed from that into active transportation.”

Active transportation just means people-powered. It can be canoeing, skateboarding, roller blades, walking, hiking or by wheelchair.

Wilhelm said it’s much like a chicken and egg scenario,

because the committee needed to be created in order to undertake the study.

At the planning committee level, Wilhelm said the group is having the county help with some of the funds collected because they are coming from so many sources. Those funds will go to hire a consultant to prepare an active transportation plan.

She explained the group had to established a committee to do that. As for existing trails, Wilhelm said Wellington County is not a recreation service provider. “That’s where it gets interesting for me as a land use planner.”

For several years, Wilhelm has been involved in trail development.

The county has a very limited set of trails including two rail trails - the Kissing Bridge Trail near West Montrose and the Trestle Bridge Trail at Wellington Place in Aboyne.

She added there generally is also an annual modest trail budget of around $25,000 - which is used to improve existing trails, but also moving into promotion including a trail guide, Wellington Walks, which outlines over 30 trails in Wellington County. That include township, private and county trails. The guide shows over 170km of trails.

Wellington County has in its borders six conservation authorities and many unique geographical features.

Wilhelm said, “We want to link the good trails ... with the road systems, schools and connections between communities.”

A database exists at the county which allows her to look at the locations for specific developments. “We’re really at a point where we can start looking broadly ... and

at a point where we can start promoting our trails.”

The new guide will be rereleased this year with added trails.

She said at some Wellington County forests kiosks have been constructed and trails have been formalized.

“That adds a whole other system of defined trails throughout the rural areas.”

Wilhelm said there would be obvious implications for the roads staff and how official plan documents might need to be altered. She foresees a policy being developed and noted there are already policies that support trails and health.

The plan will consider connections to surrounding areas such as Dufferin County and regions adjacent to Wellington, but also community to community. A number of trails bisect Wellington County on the way to other locations, such as the Elora-Cataract Trail, the Grand Valley Trail and the Kissing Bridge Trail.

Wilhelm sees them as opportunities for partnerships with other areas. “It’s on the radar. Now that the trails are mapped, the next logical step is to look beyond our boundaries,” she said.

Into the future, she sees communities where people have options to walk or bike, knowing not everyone will be able to walk or bike every day to school or work. It would allow people to bike to local markets or to other communities.

Wilhelm said doing the map project shows how trails are distributed in Wellington.

There are some areas where there are few opportunities.

Armstrong would also like to enhance opportunities for developers to automatically link to existing trails.

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ENTERTAINMENT Area author Douglas Moen takes thriller to world through YouTube FERGUS - Douglas Moen is a writer of thrillers who is taking his work to YouTube.

The author is connecting with readers online in an unconventional way – through daily, chapter-by-chapter YouTube video readings of his latest novel, The Extraordinary Rendition of Janos Farkas.

From the study of his home on the Grand River in Fergus, wearing a black Stetson and with a glass of bourbon in hand, Moen reads an international story of terrorism, identity theft, illicit romance, and political collusion as one man enters hell to steal the soul of another.

Over the course of 58 chapters, his narration, background music and establishing shots take the reader from Bangkok to Berlin, from Sarajevo to Damascus and to a conclusion

in Beirut.

To pursue writing novels, Moen left a successful career as creative head of a leading advertising agency. An awardwinning writer and director of commercials, he worked with clients such as Levi’s, Toyota, Coca-Cola, Macy’s, and major banks.

Instead of penning lines like his well-known “The Lowest Price is the Law” for Zellers, he has been focusing on a world of operatives, conspirators, and terrorists. “Mainly I write because writing is what I do,” he said. “I write because I love story and story is the essence of existence.”

Serializing novels was popular in the 19th century, with Charles Dickens perfecting the technique. Often creating the episodes just before magazine deadlines. Dickens’s stories

took on a particular rhythm, with cliffhanger endings to keep the public hooked.

That format is regaining popularity online and some recent ebooks are enhanced with embedded video clips or short video action trailers.

“As far as I can determine, however, my technique of reading a novel on video is a first,” said Moen.

Although adept at filming and editing, he had to master new digital technology for this project. His readings may be viewed at www.youtube.com/user/ ookie?feature=mhum#p/u/1/ rqY3peqanNw – a format that also makes The Extraordinary Rendition of Janos Farkas accessible to the visually-impaired. All four of his novels are available as e-books through Amazon.

Top bowlers - The North Wellington Bravehearts, Special Olympic Sports Club, celebrated its awards luncheon at the Mount Forest Bowling Lanes on May 11. Bowlers were recognized scores over 200.

From left: front, Lewis Cremasco and Dave Armstrong of Arthur; and Sarah Orth and Kelsey-Rose MacDonald of Palmerston. Back: Troy Gilbert of Harriston; Jamie Ridgeway, of Mount Forest; and Matt Heidinga of Palmerston. submitted photo

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David Whysall, president of David Whysall International Fireworks Inc., of Fergus and Kenilworth, announced the company has again been awarded a three-year contact to supply all of the fireworks displays for the Niagara Parks Commission’s Falls Fireworks series, and the Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights.

That means the company

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Wherein all citizens are invited to join together to pay respect to loved ones and neighbours who have gone before.

The Fergus Brass Band will commence playing at 1:30 pm at the Legion Memorial in Belsyde Cemetery. The Parade will begin at 1:45 pm, beginning at the ball diamond on St. David Street South proceeding to the Legion Memorial in Belsyde Cemetery with ceremonies beginning at 2:00 pm.

All those wishing to place remembrances may do so at this time.

Carnations will be available at the Memorial Service.

Weather permitting.

will provide over 60 displays per year - and it beat several top companies from around the country in the process.

Whysall has provided all of the displays at Niagara Falls since 2000, including the nationally-televised New Year’s Eve celebrations, as well as being featured on the Discovery Channel, and Canada AM.

The Blyth Festival is gearing up for another season of unique reflections on life.

The 2011 season pays homage to Canada - past and present - and explores ideas of the Canadian identity in a sometimes reverent and sometimes playful way. It is grassroots Canadian theatre at its best from the company that first made Canadian plays attractive across the country.

This season will feature two world premieres and two moving, quintessentially Canadian productions: The first is Hometown, by the Hometown Collective, and it runs June 21 to Aug.

7. It looks at some interesting questions. Where is your hometown? Is it a place or is it a state of mind? Through memory, stories, and song, the group of seven shines a light on Canada’s hometowns from coast to coast.

Vimy, by Vern Thiessen, runs June 29 to Aug. 6. Many believe that Canada was truly born on the battlefield at Vimy Ridge. In a field hospital, four soldiers navigate the aftermath of fear and grief as they reflect on their lives before, during and after this momentous victory.

Rope’s End, by Douglas Bowie runs July 27 to Aug. 27.

Toby Boone, a 40-something loser and hopeless romantic, is reunited with his lost love after 31 years apart. Join him on his fearless and fantastical quest for love against all odds.

The final show is Early August, by Kate Lynch, which runs Aug. 3 to 27. Meet Teddy.

She’s calm, she’s smart, and she’s tough. She’s the assistant stage manager at a small-town Canadian theatre, and she is going to whip a shaky troupe of actors into shape if it’s the last thing she does.

A full season brochure is available at http://www. blythfestival.com/pdfs/broch11df2web.pdf.

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Don’t miss this dazzling tribute to the most legendary dancers and choreographers of all time, including Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Gene Kelly, Bob Fosse, Sammy Davis Jr., Michael Jackson and many more.

The Niagara Parks Commission contract is the largest contract for fireworks in Canada. Whysall’s company also has multi-year contracts with Ontario Place for the Festival of Fire fireworks series, and for all Toronto’s Canada Day displays.

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ENTERTAINMENT Guelph vocalist Brenda Lewis performing at festival ORANGEVILLE - Guelph jazz vocalist Brenda Lewis will be performing twice at this weekend’s Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival.

Lewis will perform at the brand new Edge Wine Bar and Grille, located in Headwaters Racquet Club, as part of the festival’s “In the Clubs” series.

On June 3 from 4 to 7pm she will be accompanied by Toronto jazz guitar player Margaret Stowe, and on June 4 from 8:30 to 11:30pm Guelph pianist John Zadro will joinLewis.

Lewis’ new CD Jazzlike, is currently receiving airplay on CBC Radio. In The Green

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Man Review, David Kidney described her vocals as “torch singing of the highest standard” and the CD as “a jumping jazz album that should sat-

isfy anyone who’s been missing Rosemary Clooney.”

Lewis is no stranger to Orangeville audiences, having performed in the Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival most years since it began.

She also led the house band for Millcroft Inn’s New Year’s Eve parties for six years. Over the past year, she was a featured artist in nearby Halton Museum’s Fireside Jazz Concert Series and Georgetown’s Noon Hour Jazz Concert Series.

There is no admission for Lewis’ two shows, and the Edge’s outdoor patio is now open for the summer. The Edge

Wine Bar and Grille is located at 205467 Dufferin Road 109, RR2, Orangeville (at the corner of Highway 9 and Riddell Road, behind Greenwood Construction). It may be a good idea to phone ahead to reserve a spot (519-940-1111). *** The 9th annual Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival runs June 2 to 5 at various venues throughout the town.

Performers on the “Broadway Garden” main stage will include Downchild Blues Band and Paul James Band.

For more information visit www.objf.org.

Bluegrass comes to Century Church June 11

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A weekly press release prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. If you require further information, regarding this press release, please call the Elora Resource Centre at 519-846-0941. Office hours: 8:30am. to 5:00pm. For technical information, call the Agricultural Information Contact Centre at 1-877-424-1300 or visit the OMAFRA Website: www. omafra.gov.on.ca SAVE THE DATE. DETAILS OF FARMSMART EXPO ANNOUNCED THURSDAY, JULY 14 AND FRIDAY, JULY 15 - ELORA RESEARCH CENTRE ELORA – Farmers and agribusiness personnel will want to circle Thursday, July 14 on their calendar and be sure to attend the FarmSmart Expo to hear the latest in agronomy news from members of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) crop agronomy unit and the University of Guelph’s research departments.

FarmSmart Expo provides progressive farm operators and agri-business people with leading-edge, hands-on diagnostics to help them develop and advance their farm business operations.

As an example, last year FarmSmart Expo participants were the first to see the custom-designed Automated Tire Inflation (ATI) unit in action. The customized Nuhn manure tanker can deflate tires in two minutes, with the goal to cut it down to 30 seconds so that farmers can adjust tire pressure depending on whether they are in the field or travelling on the road. The unit was designed to reduce soil compaction from heavy equipment in the field and made its debut at last year’s FarmSmart Expo.

This year the University of Guelph’s Elora Research Station is

also host for the popular Ontario Forage Expo (www.ontarioforagecouncil.com), which will be held on Wednesday, July 13, one day in advance of FarmSmart Expo. Organizers say presenting the two first-class agricultural summer educational events on consecutive days will allow farmers the opportunity to package these informative days as a short get away in scenic and historic Elora.

This year’s FarmSmart Expo will be held Thursday, July 14 at the University of Guelph Elora Research Station, 6182 2nd Line, Elora (south of Elora, one block west of County Road 7). Sign in begins at 8:45am. The first session starts at 9:30am and the last session is scheduled to conclude at 4pm.

Registration fee is $50 for OSCIA members, $65 for nonmembers and includes lunch and a one-year membership in your local soil and crop improvement association. Walk-in registrations welcome, although lunch not guaranteed. Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) Continuing Education Credits have been applied for.

A special program is also planned for rural youth on the following day, Friday, July 15. The day-long youth program features barn tours, hands-on activities and in-field demonstrations of on-farm situations. This is an excellent opportunity for a club meeting, a makeup session or a club/county field trip. Non-4H members welcome. Registration fee $15.00, includes lunch.

Walk-ins welcome, lunch not guaranteed. Sign in begins at 9am.

First session begins at 9:30am, last session concludes at 3:30pm.

To register for either day, call 1-877-424-1300. Information and program updates are posted online at www.uoguelph.ca/ farmsmart. Updates will also be posted on Twitter @soilandcrop.

GROWING YOUR FARM PROFITS

by John C. Benham The next two day GYFP workshop on Friday, June 17 and Friday, June 24 from info@harmonymeadowsalpaca.

9:30am to 3pm has only two ca. spaces available now. It will be It is time to shake off a held in the OMAFRA meeting year’s growth as the alpacas room in Elora. If these dates are shorn for their beautiful don’t work for you, Friday, fibre. The transformation is Sept. 9 and Friday, Sept. 16 incredible. Learn more about and Thursday, Nov. 3 and alpacas and the many uses for Thursday, Nov. 10 are reserved their fibre. in the Elora OMAFRA meeting Hand spinners are welcome. room. Lunch and refreshments are supplied. No costs to you.

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Alpaca farm open house on June 19 BELWOOD - A local alpaca farm will host its second annual shearing open house on Sunday June 19 from 10am to 4pm.

Visitors will be able to see and learn about the alpaca, feel the fibre they produce, check and purchase fibre, yarn, and other finished goods, and, if they are lucky, even see ani-

mals being shorn.

The farm is located at emergency number 6185 the Sixth Line, between County Road 18 (Belsyde Avenue in Fergus) and the Eramosa-Garafraxa Townsline.

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Financial Assistance, Agricultural Skills Development, Advanced Business Planning and Business Plan Implementation after you have and attended the GYFP workshop and completed the workbook which is similar to the EFP workbook. We keep hearing good comments about this program. If you have questions or wish to sign up, call John Benham at 519-846-3394.

ENVIRONMENTAL FARM PLAN

by John C. Benham Keep in mind that you need a Third Edition EFP to qualify for financial assistance in 2012.

The next EFP workshop is planned for Wednesday, July 13 to be completed on Wednesday, July 20 in the Elora OMAFRA meeting room. No cost to you. Lunch and refreshments provided.

Don’t put off signing up since several farmers are already on the list and space is limited.

To qualify for the cost share in 2012 you must have completed your EFP workbook well before Thursday, September 15th, the planned date of the Cost Share applications to be available.

For more information and to sign up, call John Benham at 519-846-3394.

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

June 7 & 8 - Climate Change and the Implications for Plant Science - Symposium. Place - Room 160, Johnson Hall, University of Guelph, Guelph. Contact: 519-767-5000 or Email - info@open.uoguelph.ca; Website - www.plantscience.open. uoguelph.ca; or Alt. Website - www.croplife.ca.

June 7 & 14 - Waterloo County Growing Your Farm Profits Workshop (2 days) will be held in Linwood from 9:30am to 3pm.

To register or more information, call Liz Samis at 519-638-3268 or lsamis@ontariosoilcrop.org.

June 17 & 24 - Wellington County Growing Your Farm Profits two-day Workshop will be held in the Elora OMAFRA meeting room at 9:30am to 3pm Lunch/refreshments are provided. To sign up, call John at 519-846-3394.

June 21-22 - 38th Annual Ontario Pork Congress. Place Stratford Agricultural and Recreational Complex. Website - http:// www.porkcongress.on.ca/ June 26 Guelph Wellington Local Food Fest – celebration of local food with workshops, guided farm tours, children’s activities and more. Visit www.guelphwellingtonlocalfood.ca.

FCC funding available to rural groups Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is accepting applications for its FCC AgriSpirit Fund from now until June 20.

Registered charities and non-profit organizations interested in funding this year are encouraged to visit www. agrispirit.ca for eligibility requirements and to apply online. FCC will give a total of $1-million in funding to rural community groups across Canada for capital projects.

“The FCC AgriSpirit Fund is about enhancing rural communities,” said Kellie Garrett, FCC senior vice-president.

“Since 2004, we’ve provided $4.5-million in AgriSpirit

funding to 480 capital community projects.”

FCC annually awards rural community groups between $5,000 and $25,000 in AgriSpirit funding for community improvement projects such as emergency services equipment, playgrounds, recreation centres and care homes in communities with populations fewer than 100,000.

For a project to be considered, it must meet specific criteria and be completed before December 2013. FCC will announce the selected projects in December.

In 2010, FCC received 919 applications for funding and

gave $1-million to 104 community groups across Canada – a strong indication that rural Canadians are passionate about community enhancement.

“FCC is proud to support projects in the communities where our customers and employees live and work,” said Garrett.

“The spirit of volunteerism is strong in rural Canada.

Through the FCC AgriSpirit Fund, we can help make a positive difference.”

As one of Imagine Canada’s Caring Companies, FCC gives one per cent of its profits to charities and not-for-profit organizations.

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Rural Life Food Cluster declares hunger for international business this year Toronto – Choosing SIAL Canada 2011, an international tradeshow with 200,000 visitors from more than 200 countries, for its launch, the newly formed Ontario Food Cluster is declaring an increased hunger to attract more agri-food firms outside Canada to join or expand an existing 2,500 food and beverage companies in the province.

Those companies boast manufacturing revenue approaching $34-billion and help employ 210,000, researchers, innovators, and collaborators who have built a stellar reputation for reliable, sustainable sources of agricultural raw materials, state-of-the-art automated food processing methods, and world-class food safety standards.

“Ontario has a global reputation for food quality and dominates 31.8% of Canada’s supermarket and convenience and specialty food store market, more than

any other Canadian province,” said Gerald Pisarzowski, vicepresident of business development for the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance (GTMA).

“The Ontario Food Cluster’s mission is to grow that national dominance to international dominance.”

The alliance is an Ontario Food Cluster partner along with Canada’s Technology Triangle (Waterloo Region), Grow Guelph and University of Guelph), Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, and Canada’s Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade.

“What makes the Ontario Food Cluster so compelling is our research- and development driven talent base,” said Sue Bennett, director of University and Community Relations at the University of Guelph. “International companies moving to or expanding in Ontario can tap into a renewable resource of 5,200 annual graduates from 64 food-

specific college and university programs.

“There are also more than 500 well-funded R and D experts working in Ontario’s academic institutions, or in 132 research institutes, networks, and associations devoted to excellence in food production, processing and packaging.”

The Ontario Food Cluster embraces internationally focused companies such as General Mills Canada, H.J. Heinz Company of Canada, Maple Leaf Foods, Kellogg Canada, Parmalat Canada, Saputo, Dare Foods, Schneider Foods, Cargill Canada, George Weston Ltd. and Unilever.

A recent example of infrastructure momentum in the Ontario Food Cluster is the 60,000 square foot Institute of Food Processing Technology (IFPT) at Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning in Waterloo Region, created in partnership with the Alliance

of Ontario Food Processors (AOFP).

The new institute will be ready to open its doors in October, and will eventually host 500 full-time students and 300 apprentices in classrooms, mechanical shops, laboratory settings, and a pilot plant with different processing lines to help maximize learning experiences.

The governments of Ontario and Canada offer an array of incentive programs to the agri-food industry, including: - export market access a global expansion program A $5-million initiative, jointly sponsored by the government of Ontario and the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, designed to help small and medium-sized enterprises increase their access to global markets. The program covers 50% of eligible costs in four specified areas.

- apprenticeship training

tax credit, Ontario Eligible companies that hire and train apprentices in skilled trades, including food process operators, receive a tax credit up to $10,000 per year.

- first job initiative, Ontario Centres of Excellence It helps Ontario companies hire knowledgeable, highly-skilled graduates from Ontario colleges and universities. Established companies receive support for up to 50% of the recruit’s salary, to a maximum of $40,000. Startup companies are eligible for support for up to 80% of the recruit’s salary, to a maximum of $50,000.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) Programs support economic and community development, innovation, and economic diversification, with a budget of $1-billion from 2009-2013.

- Agri processing initiative A five year initiative pro-

viding up to $50-million and ending on March 31, 2014.

The program supports existing processing companies for agriprocessing projects involving the adoption of innovative and new-to-company manufacturing technologies and processes that are essential to sustaining and improving the sector’s position in a global marketplace.

- scientific research and experimental development tax incentive program Eligible companies can earn an investment tax credit of up to 35% on the first $2-million of qualified expenditures for the program carried out in Canada, and 20% on any excess amount. The program encourages Canadian businesses of all sizes and in all sectors to conduct research and development in Canada.

For a complete list of provincial and federal government programs, please see: http:// www.ontariofoodcluster. com/incentives/.

Supply management ensures people can buy local food

by Ann Slater For local food enthusiasts, spring is an exciting time as long dormant plants come back to life and make their way to dinner plates.

Among the first to make its reappearance is asparagus and I recently had my first taste of the tender shoots in almost a year.

I do not sell asparagus but my neighbour down the road has a couple of acres for the local market. His problem – the cheap imports readily available in the local supermarket throughout the year and throughout his short harvest period. If the crop is good in Ontario, his price will go down.

If there is more asparagus than the fresh market can use at any point this season, asparagus growers have few options

as there is no major asparagus processing left in the province.

That is not an unusual story for vegetable growers.

Vegetable farmers have no way to stop the import of food they can grow here and there is little vegetable processing left in the province. Next month, the same neighbour will have local strawberries for sale - it will be the same story all over again.

As seasonal farmers’ markets open this spring and summer, many farmer-vendors will find new vendors setting up stalls at local markets and each of us will wonder if there will be a corresponding increase in the number of shoppers willing to make their food choices around inconvenience (a market that is only open four hours a week), as opposed to the convenience of the supermarket.

When we hit those gluts of produce, will we, as farmers, stand together to keep the prices above our cost of production, or will one of us decide we need to get rid of our table full of produce, and start a downward price spiral for all of us because we have oversupplied our market?

I sell vegetables to a very local market but I know most people in my neighbourhood, buy most, if not all, of their food at one of the three supermarket chains in Ontario. Some of those consumers will try and buy Ontario food when they can, but many others will make other choices. The only concern of the supermarket itself will be making money, so the cheaper they can buy it the better, with no regard for where it was grown or who grew it.

However, whether they chose to or not, most of those supermarket shoppers will end up purchasing Ontario dairy, eggs, and chicken because those are supply-managed farm products. We have a system in Canada whereby we control imports of those items, and in return we do not export those products. Instead, we control the supply - keeping the amount we raise, as farmers, to the volume of milk, eggs, and chicken we actually drink and eat here in Canada.

Supply management is about local food; it is about Ontario people eating and drinking food grown and raised

by Ontario farmers. It is also about farmers working together as farmers, through a farmer run marketing board, to negotiate a fair price for farmers from

a couple of large corporate processors.

According to research done by the National Farmers Union, since 1988 when the CanadaU.S. Free Trade Agreement was signed, both agricultural food exports and imports have increased by about four times.

The net farm income farmers receive for their work growing that food has continued to go down.

With our unique, Canadian system of supply management

we are able to keep milk, eggs and chicken off the exportimport treadmill giving us a more sustainable and a more local food system. Supply management is about local food, even for those shoppers who are not searching out local food. It is also about farmers working together to get a fair price for the food they produce.

Ann Slater is an National Farmers Union board member who farms near St. Marys.

Province provides $1.4-million for campus work RIDGETOWN - More than 670 students will have access to new and improved facilities at the University of Guelph Ridgetown campus by fall next year.

The provincial government is helping the University of Guelph renovate and add a new academic wing to the Reek Building on its that campus.

The new wing will include two additional classrooms and help student services. The Ridgetown campus is part

of the Ontario Agricultural College (OAC).

Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities John Milloy said, “Our investment in this new facility is helping to prepare Guelph’s students to succeed in the long-term, while providing jobs in the shortterm.”

Dr. Art Schaafsma Director, University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus, said, “Ontario’s investment in the Reek rejuvenation project

reaffirms the province’s commitment to the postsecondary education and training in the agricultural industry. This ... will make a difference to future farmers and agribusiness leaders and to Ridgetown Campus.”

Ontario is spending $1.4-million to support work, .

The project will create up to 15 construction jobs.

OAC provides innovative life sciences education and research for agriculture, food,

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The Stratford Garlic Festival, otherwise known as the festival that stinks, is gearing up for the most “scentsational” year yet and because there is no such thing as too much garlic, organizers have now announced it will be a two day event.

There will be more garlic growers, more vendors, more seminars, demonstrations, entertainment, more arts and crafts and, as the heart and soul of our festival, more garlic and eclectic garlic treats.

The Kiwanis Club of Stratford is enjoying the strong smell of success this year after being awarded the job-welldone recognition and funding

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Council leases Spicer lands for Fergus Truck Show

by David Meyer ELORA Centre Wellington Township has again leased lands owned by Russ and Susan Spicer for the Fergus Truck Show.

The township leases the lands for one year and that allows the Truck Show to use them for its annual show in Walk for life - Over 100 people started the annual Walk for Life from Maranatha Christian Church in Fergus on May 7. The group protests abortion every year with a walk through town.

July.

The township will pay the Spicers $4,000 and undertake to ensure all liabilites are covered and the site is cleaned and appropriately used.

The lease also allows the show to charge fees for entry to the property during the show.

Minto tees it up for hospital The Palmerston Lions Club has announced that the proceeds from the ninth annual Minto Charity Golf Classic will go to the Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation.

The Minto Classic will be held on June 22 at Pike Lake golf course with a 1pm shotgun start.

The $110 entry fee per golfer includes the 18 hole scramble, prize, cart, putting contest, and the closest-to-thepin contest for a lawn tractor sponsored by North Wellington co-op. The emcee for the day is Joey Martin of 94.5 The Bull.

To enter, contact Dave Wilson at 343-2317 or Jo Kloni-

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Hole sponsorships are available for $100 by contacting John Fotheringham at 519-3432837. To donate a prize contact Ron Elliott at 519-343-2330.

The Minto Charity Golf Classic has raised over $60,000 over the last eight years to support various organizations throughout Minto.

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Jun 12

Guelph Symphony Orchestra presents 8th annual Music in the Park. At Guelph Multicultural Festival. 3pm, Riverside Park, Festival Stage. Parking. Bring chair or blanket. www.guelphorchestra.ca. *** Euchre party at Sacred Heart Church, Kenilworth at 8:00pm.

Admission $2.50. Door prize, 50/50 draw, penny table and light lunch. All welcome. *** Mark Du Bois & His Studio Singers In Concert. Knox Presbyterian Church, Grand Valley. 2:30pm. Tickets $12.00 @ the door or phone 519-928-5400.

Jun 13

The Harriston & District Horticultural Society June Garden Tour and Meeting. 7:30pm. Connells’ Garden 5300 5th Line, Minto.

Bring a lawnchair. Everyone welcome. *** Poker Walk at 10:30am. Celebrate Seniors Month. At designated stops you will receive a playing card, at the end of the walk we will see who has the best poker hand. Walking 2 km. No poker experience necessary. Prizes. No charge. Pre-register. Please call the Victoria Park Senior Centre at 787-1814 for information and to register.

Jun 14

The Royal City Quilters’ Guild (RCQG) will have its last monthly meeting for the 2010-2011 season at 7pm at the Three Willows United Church on 577 Willow Rd. in Guelph, Ontario. Guests are welcome to join the meeting for $5.00. www.royalcityquiltersguild.ca. Judy at 519-822-2658. *** Trillium Waldorf School. Parent and Child Sample Classes. Tue., June 14 and Wed., June 15. 9am to noon. Young children and a parent/caregiver are welcomed to enjoy a morning of music, movement, art, storytelling. Siblings welcome. Learn about the Waldorf approach. Register by calling 519-821-5140.

Jun 15

Fergus & District Horticultural Society Meeting & Flower Show 7:30 pm. Fergus - Victoria Park Centre. Topic: “Roses” Speaker: Donna Zarudny. Our monthly meetings (every third Wednesday) feature informative topics and speakers. Everyone welcome.

Please call Helen for info. 519-843-3131. *** Grandmothers of the Grand meet the third Wednesday of the month at 7pm at Heritage River Retirement Residence, 25 Wellington Drive, Elora. Please join us if you are interested in helping us raise awareness and funds for the AIDS/HIV pandemic in Africa, specifically for the Stephen Lewis Foundation - Grandmother to Grandmother Campaign. For more information call Cinda at 519-843-1034.

Jun 17

Victoria Park Seniors Centre: The Guelph-Wellington Alzheimer’s Society presents the third in a series of three films at 10am: Alzheimer’s Movie Series #3-Family Caregiving. Call 787-1814 to register.

Jun 18

Join us and celebrate Father’s Day. Barrie Hill United Church invites you to a Fish Dinner (featuring Howell’s Fish from Wiarton), with Cake and Strawberries. Prices: $13 adults, $6 students (age 5-12), pre-school free with a ticket. 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 buffet or take-out tickets available. Please call Bernice at 519824-8609. Barrie Hill United Church, 5702 Wellington Rd. 29, Rockwood, 2km North of Hwy. #24. www.barriehillunitedchurch. com. *** Arthur United Church, ladies day 10am-2:30pm. Praise and worship, guest speakers and a free lunch. All ladies are welcome.

Cathy Knapp 519-848-5529. *** Victorian Tea and House Tour, at home of Elora’s first physician Dr. William Savage. Tours and settings 1 pm. and 3 pm. Call Knox Church 846-0680. Limited seating - Call now. Tickets $20. *** Alma Optimist Club. Country Dance. In the new Alma community hall. Dance to “Country Ways”. Come and enjoy our new facility.

Jun 19

Fergus Legion Community Breakfast. 9-11:30am. Take father out. Everybody welcome. $5. *** Woodland Springs Women’s Institute . Yard and Bake Sale Fund Raiser. 8:00am to 12:00pm. Lots of Yard Sale Items. Bake Table: Homemade squares, tarts, pies, cookies and tea biscuits. Mount Forest Fire Hall, 381 Main Street, Mount Forest.

Jun 20

Spirit Walk in Puslinch Crown Cemetery 7pm. Tour the cemetery and hear the life stories and words of 5 people who are buried here. Take Nicholas Beaver Rd (at Tim Hortons) south of Aberfoyle to the cemetery side entrance. “An introduction to genealogy and what it can do for communities” will be discussed

by Bob McEachern at Duff’s Church afterwards. Coffee/tea will be served. Sponsored by Puslinch Historical Society. All welcome. b.andersen@sympatico.ca or 519-658-9923. *** Victoria Park Seniors Centre: Join us for a seminar on Travel Insurance 101 – What you Need to Know at 10:15. Call 787-1814

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Jun 21

Cancer Support Group 3rd Tuesday of every Month, 10am -12pm.

Upper Grand 753 Tower, St. First Wednesday of the month, Lunch Out. Contact, Joyce B. 519-843-3213 or Judy D. 519-8433947 Ext: 100. *** Strawberry Social Garden Party. Alma United Church. Serving 5 - 7pm. Adults $13.00, Children $5.00. Alma Community Hall. *** Victoria Park Seniors Centre: CNIB Low Vision Clinic: Between 9:30am to 12:30pm. Call 1-800-265-4127 Ext.5164 for more information. Hearing Screening Assessments: Come out and get your hearing screened. Book your ½ hour appointment prior to the clinic by calling the Reception Desk at Victoria Park Seniors Centre 519-787-1814. No charge.

Jun 22

Garden excursion to Dream Gardens - The Elora and Salem Horticultural Society will venture off to Rockwood to visit the 2-acre garden site and pond known as Dream Gardens. This is a great opportunity to observe some innovative and fresh gardening ideas. Meet at the Old Schoolhouse in Salem, at 6pm and carpool from there to our destination. Should be fun. Everyone welcome. *** Annual Strawberry Supper at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Hillsburgh. 3 sittings – 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:15pm and Take-out.

Choose between a ¼ chicken dinner for $12.00 or a ½ for $15.00.

Special $7.00 price for children 5-11. Youngsters under 5 are free.

Tickets on sale now at What’s Cookin’ in Erin (519-833-0909) or call Helen or Ted at 519-855-6597. Call today…we sell out.

Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay For Life in Fergus Friday, June 17th 2011 *Flexible scheduling, shifts range from 3-12 hours.

For more information: Sara Orrell, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator Canadian Cancer Society, Wellington County

(519) 824-4261 ext. 3175 or email

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Jun 24

Palmerston Legion: Wing Night and Elimination Draw. All you can eat wings, $12. www.palmerstonlegion.ca. *** Guelph Food Bank, Gigantic Garage Sales, BBQ and silent auctions. 100 Crimea street. 8am to 6pm. June 24 and 25. *** Francofête will take place from 5 - 8pm at l’École élémentaire l’Odyssée, the region’s French public elementary school located at 30 Brighton Street in Guelph. Everyone is welcome to join in this free community, family-focused event for all francophones and francophiles in the region. Entertainment will include les Dubé (French-Canadian traditional music), followed by the main event by La Reine Soleil (French-Caribbean show). Rides/games for children. Food/refreshments available for purchase. For info. please call the school at 519 837 4420.

Jun 25

Elora Legion Saturday Night Dance 8pm. Join Bill Beattie upstairs in the Maple Leaf Room for an evening of dancing. 519846-9611. *** Weekend To End Women’s Cancer Charity Golf Tournament (Best Ball). Tee off 1 pm. Wildwinds Golf Link, 8136 Wellington Rd 22, Rockwood, ON. Cost $125 for 18 Holes of Golf, cart, steak dinner and prizes. Dinner Only $35. Special Guest: Dana Dobbie: Captain of the 2009 Bronze Medal Team Canada Women’s Lacrosse Team at IFWLA World Cup. For tickets contact Marie 226.203.3440 or walkwithmarie2010@hotmail.com. *** Ham Dinner with Strawberries at Knox Elora Presbyterian Church. 5 - 7pm. Tickets Adults $10, 8 and under $5. Please call 519-846-0680. *** Garage Sale. 9am-3pm, 742 Woodhill Dr., Fergus. All proceeds to support Cats Anonymous Rescue and Adoption. *** Fund-Raising Garage Sale at 5 Andrew St. Arthur Ont. for Japan Earthquake Victims and other projects. 8am. Furniture, dishes, clothes, household items etc. All donated. For donations or information, please call 519-848-2200. Organized by Eagles Nest Christian Ministries of Arthur.

Jun 26

Ennotville Historical Library annual Strawberry Social at 7:30 pm. *** Sunrise Therapeutic Riding and Learning Centre, located in Puslinch Township just south of Guelph, will be featuring Celebrity Chef Michael Smith at their “Great Local Food ChefOff” fundraiser to be held at the Sunrise farm from 1pm to 5 pm. Tickets are available from Lynne O’Brien, lynne@sunrisetherapeutic.ca. 519-837-0558 x31 and are selling fast.

Jun 27

Genealogy Workshop: Kevin James presents “Genealogy Behind the Scenes”. Consultant on the television show “Ancestors in the Attic”, he will be coming to the Wellington County Library - Fergus Branch to discuss the challenges of translating “Ancestors” into a 22 minute show! 6:30 pm. Please register at the library or by phoning (519)-843-1180. ***

Jun 28

Maryborough Horticulture Society meeting 7:30pm. Optimist Hall. Melanie Marjoram, topic: Modern Mass Design. Summer Flower Show.

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Horoscopes - For the first week of June -

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Material things won’t make you happy this week, Aries. It’s time to foster more secure relationships with the people close to you. This is the only way to cheer up.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, just when you thought certain projects would be budget-busters, you experience some unexpected news about your finances. Now you may be able to splurge a little.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, expect a few telling moments when your hidden side comes out this week. You may surprise a few people with this side of you.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, the real estate market has not been going in your favor, but things are about to change. Move on things quickly if you want the best results.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, a friend or relative might have overstayed his or her welcome. Let this person know in a tactful way that it is time to move on to greener pastures.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, matters of the heart need to be temporarily set aside because you have other pressing requirements. Just don’t neglect family life for too long.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, people at work know nothing about your private life and that’s just how you prefer to keep it. But you may need to open up to someone this week to prove a point.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, no matter how many times people attempt to knock you down, you simply bounce right back. It will take a lot of effort to stop you once you have your mind set.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, a surprise is coming your way and it may not be pleasant. You might want to keep your suitcases packed because a sudden move could be on the horizon.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you may have finally found the job that fits you perfectly. There are only good opportunities for advancement now that big company news has come your way.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you can’t expect everything you want to simply fall into your lap.

You will have to work for things and make some concessions, like being more flexible.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 You could be in an adventurous mood, Pisces. Maybe you want to take a few friends along on a secret adventure on the weekend.

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June 2011

June 8

June 9

9:00 a.m.

1:00 p.m.

4:30 p.m.

Police Services Social Services Information, Heritage & Seniors

Administration Centre, Guthrie Room Administration Centre, Guthrie Room Wellington Terrace, Board Room

9:00 a.m.

Land Division & Planning

Administration Centre, Keith Room

June 14

9:00 a.m.

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Roads Solid Waste Services

Administration Centre, Keith Room Riverstown Waste Facility, Wellington North Township (Meeting and Tour)

June 21

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Administration, Finance & Personnel

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Committee Meeting Dates

June 30

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County Council

Administration Centre, Council Chambers

County Administration Centre, 74 Woolwich Street, Guelph | Wellington Terrace, 474 Wellington Road 18, Fergus Riverstown Waste Facility, 7254 Sideroad 5 West Please Call Donna Bryce, County Clerk, at: 519.837.2600, Ext. 2520* to confirm meeting dates and times, as meetings are subject to change.

HIKE THE TRAIL SERIES 2011 Discover the beautiful Elora Cataract Trailway!

June 12, 9 pm - Flight of the Firefly July 10, 9 pm - Hot Summer Nights Aug. 14, 9 pm - Full Moon Sept. 11, 10 am - Indian Summer Oct. 2, 10 am - Fall Harvest Nov. 6, 10 am - Saving Daylight Dec. 4, 10 am - Jingle Bells May to August - Hikes begin at the GERRIE ROAD entrance, Elora.

September - October - Hikes begin at the BELWOOD CONSERVATION AREA, Main entrance (Cty. Rd. 18) November & December Hikes will begin at the GERRIE ROAD entrance, Elora

RETIREMENT After over 25 years of service, Gwynne Smith, Mount Forest Library Branch Supervisor, retired on May 31.

2011 GUELPH-WELLINGTON LOCAL FOOD MAP NOW AVAILABLE! Copies are available for pick up at public libraries, tourism outlets and select businesses throughout the County of Wellington and the City of Guelph.

Pick up a copy today and localize the food on your plate! www.guelphwellingtonlocalfood.ca

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HIGH SPEED INTERNET in Wellington County!

Affordable high speed internet access is being rolled out across Wellington County with all work to be complete by September 2011.

To learn more about this project and the benefits of high speed internet, County residents are invited to attend a series of public information sessions.

Come out and learn about what high speed internet can do for you!

Elora Cataract Trailway

The initial 3 of 7 Wellington County Broadband Outreach sessions are as follows:

EMPLOYMENT RESOURCE CENTRE OFFERS INTRODUCTORY TRAINING

Drayton Community Centre Wednesday, June 8 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Are you looking to improve your computer skills?

Marden Community Centre Thursday, June 9 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Do you want to be able to look for information on the internet but don’t know how?

The Employment Resource Centre at 138 Wyndham St. N. in downtown Guelph offers regular introductory computer workshops, at no cost, to any resident of Wellington County and Guelph. A professional instructor will guide you through the basics of operating a computer, word processing and searching the internet. Workshops take place in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere with small group sizes to ensure personalized attention.

Centre Wellington Sportsplex Tuesday, June 14 6:00 - 8:00 pm

The County’s broadband project has been approved for up to $1 million in funding under the Rural Connections Broadband Programme, administered by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs.

For more information, or to register, call 519.823.7887.

ALTERNATE FORMATS OF THIS PUBLICATION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. For more information, contact: Jennifer Cowan, Accessibility Clerk, at: 519.837.2600, ext. 2373* or Jenniferc@wellington.ca

FEEDBACK - HOW ARE WE DOING? Do you have an idea for an upcoming issue?

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