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Second Section July 13, 2012

Balancing act: Vintage sidecar motorcycle racer Dave Minnett

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PAGE TWO Inside Wellington - Second Section of the Wellington Advertiser, Friday, July 13, 2012

Public Service announcement

Hometown pride - University of Guelph student Jacki Fitzpatrick is on a student exchange to Griffith University in Brisbane Australia for five months studying criminal justice and public policy, but she took a little piece of home with her to catch up on the local news of Wellington County with a copy of the Wellington Advertiser. submitted photo

Environment Centre to develop ‘community energy plan’ surrounding this community energy plan.

The Federation of Canadian Municipalities published a report, predicting that a municipality the size of Centre Wellington sees approximately 970,000 municipal energy dollars, and 97 million community energy dollars exiting the township annually.

For homeowners, decreasing this cost could be as easy as simple home retrofits such as putting a timer on pool pumps so they don’t run 24 hours a day. Additionally, business and industry sectors will benefit from lower operational costs, and would even attract new businesses to, for example, the proposed energy efficient Centre Wellington Business Eco park.

For the municipality, tax, and funding dollars could potentially be saved on energy expenses, opening up additional funds to invest into other community projects and infraContinued on page 11

The Elora Environment Centre has begun the process of creating a community energy plan for Centre Wellington.

The plan will be directed towards engaging the public, businesses and industries on energy conversation measures, as well as create short, medium and long-term goals to increase energy efficiency, therefore decreasing energy use and cost.

Provincial direction has encouraged municipalities in Ontario to undergo energy conservation and demand management planning driven by greenhouse gas reduction goals This project is following a process that involves an in depth analysis of energy use, extensive public engagement activities, and establishing a local action plan to carry out these energy conservation strategies.

Ultimately this project will be created for the community by the community.

There are many of benefits for Centre Wellington

Churches of Arthur

Vacation Bible School July 16th-20th

9am-12noon Drop off and Pick up at

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Family and Children’s Services of Guelph and Wellington needs volunteer drivers to provide transportation services to and from appointments for children and families. Especially needed are drivers available before school and/or immediately after school for court-mandated or medical/clinical appointments. Mileage reimbursed, orientation and training provided. For more info. contact Eva Marmurek at 519-824-2410, ext. 4822.

Fri. july 13

The 2012 Elora Festival runs from July 13 - August 5, bringing the best of classical, choral, and popular performances to the village of Elora. To order tickets or for more information call 519-846-0331. *** Guelph Symphony Classical 5K at 8:30pm, the Guelph Symphony Orchestra is hosting the first annual Guelph Classical 5k. Racers should arrive at 7pm for an 8:30 start. There will be entertainment after registration. For more information or to register go to www. guelphsymphony.com. *** Victoria Park Seniors Centre Friday the 13th Dessert and Euchre or Bid Euchre Party. 1pm. Call 519-787-1814 to register.

Sat. july 14

Guelph Horticultural Society’s “Summer’s Glory” Annual Flower Show. Old Quebec Street Mall, 55 Wyndham St., 12-4pm. We’d love to show you our beautiful flower designs and horticultural displays. For more information about the GHS, please visit www. guelphhort.org. *** Mid Summer Craft Sale and Barbecue at Pine Meadows on County Rd. 19. 9am- 1pm. Crafts, nearly new items, bake goods, preserves, plus much more. Proceeds to Groves Hospital, Salvation Army and Learning Foundation. *** Damascus Beef BBQ. Damascus Community Centre, 5-7pm.

Adults $12; Child $5; Preschool Free. Take-outs available. Call for tickets: 519-848-3246,519-848-2206 or 519-848-3120. *** Annual Drew Pork Chop Barbecue under the pavilion at the Drew Community Centre and ball diamond, 5-7:30pm. Alternate children’s menu available. Proceeds to park improvements. 519338-5423. *** Old Time Dance 8pm - 12am. $10/person, light lunch provided.

Band: Southridge Sound. St. John Parish Centre, 160 Georgina St., Arthur. *** Guelph Speed River. 1 1/2 hrs. Botanizing afternoon stroll along the Speed. For details contact Dorothy nearer to hike date. All welcome. Leader: Dorothy Scott 519-821-1786; Susan Bard 519836-6570. Level 1. Speed Casual.

Sun. july 15

A Memorial Service will be held at Huxley Cemetery, north of Hillsburgh, 2:30pm. Please accept this as your invitation, please bring a lawn chair and notify any relative that may like to attend. *** Sunday Night Showcase Concert - with Grant Carson Band (from Niagara Falls), 7pm; free, Gore Park bandstand, Elmira. *** Ellis Chapel Sunday afternoon services with the theme of Social Awareness. Guest speaker - Mark Rogers, Habitat for Humanity.

2:30pm, followed by refreshments in the garden. The chapel is located at 6705 Ellis Road in Puslinch Township and can be reached from Wellington Rd. 34, 32 or Townline Road. *** The Mount Carmel Cemetery Memorial Service will be held, 2:30pm on the grounds. If inclement weather prevails, the Memorial Service will be held at St. John’s United Church, Belwood.

Mon. july 16

Guelph Enabling Garden Knit Knites 2012 at the Guelph Enabling Garden 6:30pm, weather permitting. This is a unique way to spend an evening in a beautiful setting along the river. Come with your own knitting project, folding chair and learn tricks of the trade or teach others. Please bring a mug if you would like to enjoy tea. The Guelph Enabling Garden (located in Riverside Park by the Speed River) is fully accessible and welcomes folks of all ages and abilities. www.guelphenablinggarden.blogspot.com. *** Until July 20 - Annual Vacation Bible School for ages 5-11.

9-11:45am. Crossroads Community Church by the water tower in Harriston. For information, call 519-338-5581.

Sunday August 12, 2012 Games start at 1pm - Doors open at 11am

share the wealth package $15 - main program package $25 (both packages are required - extra strips available)

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“Proceeds to local Community projects” Held at Grand River Raceway

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Tues. july 17

Cancer Support Group, Upper Grand 753 Tower St. S. Near the Hardware store. Wheelchair accessible. First Wednesday of the month lunch out. Contact Joyce 519-843-3213 or Judy 519-8433947 Ext. 100.

Thur. july 19

Please join the Guelph Enabling Garden Horticultural Therapist at 7pm in Riverside Park, 689 Woolwich Street North, Guelph for the free teaching session with guest instructor Janet Macuonvich “Hot Gardening”. This session will help you understand how to plan and maintain your garden so that it will not only survive but thrive in the heat and humidity of July and August. For more info. call 519-993-5323. *** July 19 – 22 -Listowel 156th Fair. Theme: “All Things Rock at the Listowel Fair”. Tractor pull, Ambassador competition, senior day,

livestock show. Great kid’s day program. 519-291-2776.

Fri. july 20

A weekend VBS. Everton Community Church is holding Vacation Bible School. Friday and Saturday 9am–3pm, Sunday 10am1:30pm (bring a bag lunch). Children 4 - 11 yrs welcome. Call Beryl, 519-856-9603, for details and to register. *** Until July 22 - Ontario Chapter 20 International Harvester Club and Country Heritage Park 2012 Red Power Show. Featuring anything that International Harvester manufactured. This show will include I.H. trucks, scouts, cub cadets, tractors, dozers, equipment, toys, and memorabilia. Country Heritage Park, Milton. Call Al Smith 519-767-0875 or Ken Tosh 519-837-1625 for more info. *** Arthur Legion Wing Night 6-8pm. All you can eat $12. No take outs. *** The Guelph Guild of Storytellers are returning for another season of “Teas and Tales in the Garden”. 10:30-11:30am in the Guelph Enabling Garden located in Riverside Park, 689 Woolwich Street North, Guelph. Please bring a lawn chair and your mug to enjoy these free events. This week: Frank Toplin, Mary McCullum Baldasaro. For more information please call Bev at 519-821-1312.

Sat. july 21

Fireworks Festival Weekend Breakfast at Mount Forest United Church, 175 Queen St. East, 8-11am. Hot breakfast. $8/adults, $5/kids (5-12 years). Accessible entrance off parking lot. All welcome. For info. call 519-323-1910. *** Car Wash at Ken Weeks Dealership Hwy 6 North in Fergus. 9am.

Donations to the 2013 Nicaragua Mission Team is appreciated. *** Arthur Legion Karaoke 8:30pm. *** Country dance, Alma Community Hall. $10. Dance to Tri County Classic Country. *** Flea market and craft sale 8am-3pm. United Church, Belwood.

Rent a table $15. Call 519-843-2327. *** 3-on-3 Basketball tournament to Save our Ash Trees at Bissell Park in Elora. 9am-1pm. $10 p/person including a celebration BBQ afterwards. Call us at 519-846-0841.

Sun. july 22

Sunday Night Showcase Concert - with Grasslands (Bluegrass), 7pm; free, Gore Park bandstand, Elmira. *** Country Jamboree, 1-5pm, at Amos Dromore Presbyterian Church Shed, 224081 Southgate Rd 22. Jammers, bring your instrument and have fun. Contact for more info. 519-924-0599

Mon. july 23

Until July 27- St. John’s Lutheran Church Clifford is holding its Bible School from 9am - noon. The topic is God Keeps His Promises. There will be fun, stories, songs, games, crafts and snacks.

Fri. july 27

Alma Optimist Beef BBQ. Alma Community Hall. $12. Kids $4. *** All Saints Community Dinner. Check your livestock before you leave home because July’s treat is Chicken Fingers…‘hand’ made, of course. Salad, bread and dessert and don’t worry if you need gluten-free because we have that as well. Bring your families and bring your friends to Erin’s best dinner deal, 6-7pm. No sermon and no charge; free will offerings gratefully accepted. All Saints Church, 81 Main Street, Erin. “The one with the Steeple”. *** The Guelph Guild of Storytellers are returning for another season of “Teas and Tales in the Garden”. 10:30 -11:30am in the Guelph Enabling Garden located in Riverside Park, 689 Woolwich Street North, Guelph. Please bring a lawn chair and your mug to enjoy these free events. This week: Sandy Schoen, Marion SamuelStevens, Anna Jennewein-Ronai. For more information please call Bev at 519-821-1312.

Sat. July 28

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. *** Saturday Night Dance at the Elora Legion featuring Marion’s Band. Starts at 8pm. Cost $10 per person, lunch provided. Call 519-846-9611 for more information.

Sun. july 29

Sunday Night Showcase Concert - with Rhyme ‘N’ Reason (Bluegrass), 7pm; free, Gore Park bandstand, Elmira.

Tues. July 31

C.W. Probus Club 10am. Aboyne Hall - Wellington Museum.

Speaker: Sheli O’Connor, Wellington Seniors at Risk Coordinator.

Topic: Elder Abuse. All retired seniors welcome; membership available.

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The Guelph Guild of Storytellers are returning for another season of “Teas and Tales in the Garden”. 10:30 -11:30am in the Guelph Enabling Garden located in Riverside Park, 689 Woolwich Street North, Guelph. Please bring a lawn chair and your mug to enjoy these free events. This week: Donna McCaw, Frank Toplin. For Continued on page 11

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, July 13, 2012 PAGE THREE

Vintage sidecar motorcycle racing: A matter of balance

by Kris Svela

ROCKWOOD - Dave Minnett is the first to admit he has a need for speed.

It’s something that has driven him since he started driving motorcycles as a teenager. It’s something his wife Heather has been aware of since he would pick her up on his motorcycle.

“We dated on a bike 35 years ago,” Heather said of the couple who live in Rockwood.

Dave recalled, “When I went out to ride I was a maniac on the street. I was always going too fast.”

He realized his regular driving habits on the streets weren’t safe, but he loved driving motorcycles. He likened it to an addiction.

Then about five years ago, when his construction job took him to North Bay, he heard about a motorcycle race nearby and decided to attend. His wife had accompanied him to the northern Ontario community and they went to the track and experienced their first-ever vintage motorcycle sidecar race.

“I was hanging on the fence saying I could do this,” he said.

Heather and Dave’s cousin Dale Minnett paid $20 each to ride on the sidecar just to experience what sidecar racing was about. They were impressed and sold on it, suggesting Dave give it a try.

He did and eventually he and Dale teamed up, started racing and became members of the Vintage Road Racing Association (VRRA), a class of motorcycle racers whose machines are pre-1972 models. In racing circles they share race venues with other classes that include Racing Associates Canada Events (RACE) and Southern Ontario Association of Racing (SOAR).

VRRA bikes are not equipped with a traditional sidecar. The sidecar is what Dave characterizes as a “pizza pan with a wheel.”

It takes the driver and passenger - known in the VRRA class as “monkeys” - considerable coordination during the race to keep the bike on the track.

It’s a combination of balance and synchronizing when to give full throttle or cut back

to master the curves and turns without tipping the machine.

The same balancing act is necessary to keep ahead of the pack, which can often include 10 different sidecar bikes racing at the same time.

The driver is flat out on the bike, which in the Minnetts’ case is a 650cc Yamaha, and the monkey is constantly shifting position on the sidecar from crouching at the back during the start to give the bike best traction, to lying flat out when maneuvering a turn.

It’s a matter of both maintaining balance by shifting their weight.

The sidecar has to have a minimum clearance of three inches off the track, making the moves by the passenger look considerably dangerous.

For the two, according to Dave, it’s a matter of working closely between driver and passenger.

“I depend a lot on him because often I can’t see him,” Dave said. “If he’s not in the right position we’ll flip over.

It does handle really hard. The thing is to master its idiosyncracies.”

Their machine, which the pair has dubbed “DM²”, is travelling at about 100 miles per hour or about 160 kilometres an hour for the 10 to 12 laps of the race that will be completed in about 15 minutes.

Race positions are determined by qualifying rounds with the bikes staggered according to their placement at the start.

What Dave realized when he first took up the sport five years ago was that he could satisfy his need for speed in an environment where speed and exact handling is a requirement.

They can be considered traditionalists, who will tweak their machine to try and get better performance out of it. Dave said some drivers may bore out their engines to improve performance and increase horsepower, but he and Dale will work on the transmission or another part to boost their bike’s performance and keep it a 650cc class.

The bike they are driving

Balancing act - Vintage sidecar motorcycle racers Dave and Dale Minnett take part in a race last year at St. Eustache, Quebec on a sidecar rig sponsored by Len Fitch. photo by Bill Murphy Cover photo - Dave Minnett checks out his vintage bike at his Rockwood home.

today is one they have invested in themselves. In previous years, they’ve driven a sponsored bike owned by Len Fitch, a retired pro-AMA (American Motorcycle Association) racer.

When Fitch decided to sell the bike, the cousins decided to get one of their own. Fitch had given up racing, but at age 67 he continues to be involved in the sport.

When they went to their

the Minnetts placed second to the couple.

“They are the best,” Dave acknowledged.

Dave, Heather and Dale enjoy the camaraderie of all the VRRA’s 250 members and racers. As Dave puts it, the competitive edge is always there, but it doesn’t overshadow friendships.

“People would sacrifice their own practice times to help

“One thing about racing on the track, I don’t feel compelled to race on the street.”

- Vintage sidecar motorcycle racer Dave Minnett. first VRRA race, Dave and Heather were amazed by the sport and by the fact it’s not a competition confined to young drivers.

“The biggest thing that impressed me was these guys were coming off the track, pulling off their helmets and they were all gray haired,” Heather said.

She is quick to point out sidecar racing is a gruelling sport. It requires drivers and their passengers to be in good physical condition to handle the rigors of racing. Dave weight lifts and runs to stay in shape.

Indeed, the top racing couple on the VRRA circuit are Paul and Marie Whittaker, aged 73 and 62 respectively, of Gilmour, Ontario.

It’s a racing couple Dave and Dale have set their sights on. They’ve managed to beat them once, but only because the Whittaker’s bike had engine problems. On their next outing

a competitor get in the race,” Dave said.

Racers and their families are also dedicated to the sport, travelling hundreds of miles to attend and race.

In Dave’s case, competing also means an outlay of cash for motorcycle parts, travelling and accommodation at the four tracks races are held. He estimates it will cost him about $5,000 to race this season with little purse money coming back for wins.

Dale travels all the way from his home in Windsor to races held at the four VRRA sanctioned tracks at Shannonville, Quinte TT Shannonville, St. Eustache, Quebec, and the largest track: the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, more commonly known as Mosport, near Bowmanville.

Round three of the VRRA race circuit will be held at Mosport Aug. 17, 18 and 19, with round 4 in Quebec.

“You get a trophy at the

end of the season and bragging rights,” Dave said of racers going through the four-round season.

The VRRA has chosen Big Brothers, Big Sisters as its charity of choice, raising money for the organization and inviting its members to races.

Dave and Heather admit the sport is not without its hazards, particularly if the two riders don’t coordinate their weight shifts.

Heather recalls one time when Dave came too low with his knee, scraping it on the pavement despite having a protective knee wear pad.

“He split his knee and I saw his kneecap,” she said. Despite the hazards, racers take accidents and injuries in stride.

“You’re going to go down once or twice a year,” Dave said. “Every kind of racing is nuts.”

Adds Heather, “The pat answer (for injuries) is that’s racing.” The couple points to

photo by Kris Svela

an expression used by famed Formula One racing car driver Mario Andretti, “If everything seems like it’s under control, you’re not going fast enough.”

Heather has tried the passenger position, but has not committed herself to participating on a regular basis.

However, she hasn’t ruled out one day getting into racing.

For now, she’s happy touring with Dave on her road bike.

The Minnetts would like to see more people come and experience sidecar racing. The VRRA is now hosting a “Try the Track” program where people can get first hand experience taking a few laps as a sidecar passenger.

Dave admits VRRA racing has satisfied his need for speed on regular roadways when he and Heather go out cruising on their Kawasakis.

“One thing about racing on the track, I don’t feel compelled to race on the street,” he said.

Summer silver - Dave and Dale at Shannonville last month with their second place trophies. photo by Bill Murphy

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s HEADER s e n ll e W & Health Dispelling the myths surrounding alternatives to white sugar

by Dr. Katie McKeown FERGUS - As a self-admitted sugar-holic, I spend a significant amount of time learning about and trying healthy alternatives to white sugar.

There is a lot of information out there on what those “healthy” alternatives are.

Some claim artificial is the way to prevent chronic disease associated with excess sugar, while others say natural is the best bet.

With chronic disease on the rise, the debate around artificial versus natural sweeteners continuing to rage, and the ever-increasing waistlines of our population, it is important to dispel some of the myths around sweeteners and naturally occurring sugar.

What is sugar?

Sugar, also known as sucrose, is both a chemically made and naturally occurring chemical that consists of two types of molecules: fructose and glucose.

Fructose, found in foods such as fruit, root vegetables and honey, is the component of sugar that tastes sweet.

Glucose, present in practically everything people eat, is a life-sustaining molecule for all life forms. It is the fuel by which every cell in the body functions. When the body absorbs glucose, it enters the blood stream and causes the release of insulin, which in turn helps cells absorb the glucose and turn it into energy or store it for future use.

Table sugar is derived from sugar cane and sugar beets. These naturally occurring plants undergo a rigorous “purification” process in which it is bleached and refined.

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sugar contain significant quantities of vitamins and minerals, as well as small amounts of protein. The chemical process of creating sucrose strips the vitamins, minerals and proteins from the sugar, leaving only sucrose.

Is sugar really a problem?

The previous description would indicate sugar is important, and thus could not possibly be the cause of all the health problems people have today. While sugar is crucial to daily functioning, as with most things, too much of a good thing can end up becoming a bad thing.

Humans are programmed to seek sugar. Back in the cave man days, biology taught things that taste sweet provide short-term energy and sustain life. This innate knowledge is

present for times when food is scarce. Unfortunately, it is not turned off in times of plenty.

In today’s society, where food is easily found without foraging in the bushes or hunting in the forest, humans have turned a life-sustaining molecule into an addiction.

When too much sugar is in the blood stream, the body releases large amounts of insulin in an attempt to force it into the cells before it causes damage.

Initially, the cells store it for future use either as glycogen (sugar chains) or as fatty acid chains (i.e. fat), leading to being overweight or obese.

Eventually, cells decide they have stored too much glucose, and stop responding to insulin. This is known as Type II Diabetes Mellitus (the fastest

Ontario’s doctors provide helpful guidelines for sunscreen ratings TORONTO - For parents who want to protect their children from the sun this summer, but are puzzled by confusing sunscreen ratings, Ontario’s doctors, through the Ontario Medical Association (OMA), are offering some guidelines.

“You can’t always count on kids to stay in the shade or wear sun protective clothing, so sunscreen is essential,” said Dr. Doug Weir, president of the Ontario Medical Association.

“We hope keeping parents informed will help them make the right choices when purchasing and applying sunscreen.”

Sun Protection Factor (SPF) in sunscreens gives a general indication of how long people can expect to be exposed to the sun before burning, but very high SPF ratings of 80, 90 or even 100 are only marginally more protective. The protection is not linear.

For example, an SPF of 60 does not offer double the protection of an SPF of 30. In fact, an SPF of 15 offers 93% protection while an SPF of 30 offers 96.7% protection, and an SPF off 60 offers 97.7%.

Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide, and rates continue to rise. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation is the sin-

gle biggest risk factor for the development of skin cancer.

Ontario’s doctors are concerned high SPF ratings may give parents a false sense of security, allowing their kids to stay out in the sun longer.

It is also important to note that SPF only measures protection against UVB and does not measure UVA protection.

Because it is well know that UVA rays are also harmful, sunscreens that are broad spectrum with coverage for both UVA and UVB rays are the most protective.

“As dermatologists, we recommend SPF 30, but make sure it is a broad spectrum sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB rays,” said Dr. Samir Gupta, chair of the

medical association’s section on dermatology. “It is also very important that both adults and kids apply sunscreen liberally and re-apply at least every two hours.”

Here are some suggested tips for further sun protection: - when possible, find shade and avoid sun exposure during peak hours (between 10am and 4pm); - wear sun protective clothing and a hat; - use a broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF 30; - apply liberally and reapply frequently; and - sunscreens can be water and sweat resistant, but never fully waterproof. Be sure to apply more often after swimming.

growing chronic disease in our society).

The other health problems that can be caused by excess sugar intake include dental caries, candida, depression, cancer, heart disease, immune suppression and the list goes on.

Unfortunately, artificial sweeteners cause their own list of health problems.

Cancer, depression, seizures, migraines, nerve function impairment and weight gain have all been linked to artificial sweetener use.

The debate is heated and ongoing, with research wavering on the validity of the claims of either side of the argument.

The key point to remember is that they are artificial; i.e. they are not natural and therefore the body does not know how to metabolize or use them.

While artificial sweeteners and excess sugar are known to cause a myriad of health concerns and diseases, the fact remains sugar is a crucial element to both pleasure and health. So the question arises, how does one ensure they are getting enough sugar without adversely affecting their health?

The answer is to choose unrefined, naturally occurring foods and to consume those high in sugar in moderation.

Below is a list of sources of naturally occurring sugars.

Honey and maple syrup can

be used to substitute for table sugar, as they are equal in sweetness, but contain far more beneficial nutrients than simply glucose. Certain fruits can also be substituted for table sugar in baking for more interesting and nutritious baked goods.

Vegetables Vegetables are composed of complex carbohydrates (or starch), which are very long chains of glucose. These starches are broken down and absorbed slowly over time, reducing the insulin spike associated with simple carbohydrates (table sugar).

Added benefits include high vitamin, mineral and fibre contents.

Beets, pumpkin and carrots can be used in baking such as cakes and breads to add sweetness and a variety of other important nutrients.

Fruits Fruits contain fructose, which does not create the insulin spike associated with glucose.

While consuming large quantities of high-fructose containing foods (such as corn syrup) is related to increased cardiovascular risk, consuming whole fruits is beneficial to the body. Added benefits include high vitamin, mineral and fibre contents.

Apples, pears and dates can be added to cookies and squares for natural sweetness

and a wide variety of beneficial vitamins and minerals.

Honey Honey is high in Vitamin B6 and riboflavin and is an excellent source of iron and manganese. It contains many other vitamins, minerals and protein, as well as antioxidant and enzyme activity.

Honey is beneficial to healthy gut bacteria due to its nutrient content. Its antimicrobial activity is known to help the immune system.It is equally as sweet as table sugar but is not recommended for infants under the age of one due to their immature digestive tracts.

Honey can replace table sugar in any recipe at a 1:1 ratio.

Maple Syrup Maple syrup is an excellent source of manganese (two tablespoons equals 37.7% of the daily requirements). It also contains zinc, potassium and calcium and has been shown to inhibit two sugar-metabolizing enzymes associated with Type 2 Diabetes.

Maple syrup contains antioxidant enzymes that reduce free radical damage to cells and it can also replace table sugar in any recipe at a 1:1 ratio.

This column is submitted by Dr. Katie McKeown, a naturopathic doctor with Optimum Integrative Health Centre in Fergus.

Larvicide program combats West Nile GUELPH - Mosquito season is here and WellingtonDufferin-Guelph Public Health is launching this year’s West Nile virus program.

The mild winter and early warm weather have created conditions that allow mosquitoes to thrive and these mosquitoes can transmit West Nile virus. Public Health is working to lower the risk of mosquitoborne illnesses.

“Mosquitoes lay eggs in standing water and even a small amount of water can act as a breeding ground,” said Shawn Zentner, manager of health protection. “We will be treating catch basins, roadside ditches and storm-water retention ponds with larvicide over

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People can eliminate mosquito breeding sites on their property by draining standing water from pool covers, garbage cans, recycling bins, saucers under flower pots and old tires.

Be sure to cover rain barrels with screens and change the water in wading pools and bird baths at least twice a week. Homeowners with a catch basin in their backyard wanting to reduce the mosquito population, can contact WDG Public Health for free larvicide treatments. It is also important for adults and children to protect themselves from mosquito

bites. The best way to avoid mosquito bites is to: - drain standing water around the house - use an insect repellent with DEET; and - cover up with long-sleeved shirt and long pants.

Crows, ravens and blue jays are no longer used as an early warning system and health units in Ontario no longer collect dead birds. However, the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) will still accept dead crows, blue jays and ravens for testing.

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The OMAFRA Report 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. ontario.ca/omafra Early spring means early soybean cyst nematode symptoms

by Albert Tenuta, crop plant pathologist, OMAFRA, Ridgetown The early start and relatively dry conditions over most of southwestern Ontario has made for a quick start to SCN development.

Over the past two weeks, the pearl white to yellow female “cysts� can be easily found on young soybean plants. Nematode feeding damages the root system thus preventing or inhibiting the uptake of water and nutrients. In many cases, SCN symptoms may not be obvious in a field until populations build significantly and may go unnoticed for many yields. For this reason it is important to examine roots for SCN cysts.

What should you be looking for?

Below-ground: SCN symptoms include dwarfed, stunted and discolored roots (due to root rot pathogens such as Rhizoctonia/ Fusarium) with fewer nitrogen-fixing nodules. However, the most obvious sign of SCN infection is the presence of the adult female “cysts� on the roots - white to yellow-brown cysts less than 1 mm in diameter, equivalent to the size of the period at the end of this sentence.

Above-ground: SCN symptoms include in many cases no yellowing of the leaves, stunting of plants and early maturity, particularly on lighter soils under dry conditions or stressed areas in the field. Damage often occurs in circles and is often confused or misdiagnosed as nutrient deficiency, flooding, herbicide injury, compaction, drought or root rot damage. Yellowing of the leaf margins can resemble potassium deficiency symptoms. However, the addition of potassium will not reduce the damage from SCN

or eliminate symptoms. Nematode injury symptoms (including plant death) are most obvious under stressed growing conditions, especially hot, dry environments. Under good growing conditions, the visual damage from soybean cyst nematode may go unnoticed.

In contrast, under high-stress conditions, even low SCN numbers cause considerable visual damage and high yield loss. SCN infection symptoms may not be obvious and yield reductions of 25%30% on susceptible fields can occur without visual (above-ground) symptoms.

Areas of the field where above-ground SCN symptoms will most often occur include entrance points for equipment into the field, equipment and vehicle storage areas, tops of knolls, compacted headlands and along the fencerow where wind-blown soil tends to accumulate.

Note: Never pull up a plant to check for SCN since too much root will be lost, and the nematodes will be stripped off. Instead, use a shovel and dig up the plant along with the soil surrounding the roots.

If you suspect SCN call your local OMAFRA office or Albert Tenuta at albert.tenuta@ontario.ca. SCN soil tests can be sent to the following labs: Contact these labs for current prices and nematode handling and shipping procedures: - Pest Diagnostic Clinic, Laboratory Services Division, University of Guelph, 95 Stone Road West, Guelph N1H 8J7 - Tel 519767-6256 / Fax 519-767-6240; - SGS - Agri-Food Laboratories, 503 Imperial Road, Unit #1, Guelph N1H 6T9 - Tel 519-837-1600 or 1-800-265-7175 / Fax 519-837-1242; or - A&L Canada Laboratories Inc., 2136 Jetstream Rd., London N5V 3P5 - Tel 519-457-2575 / Fax 519-457-2664.

Soil Testing The OMAFRA accredited soil testing program provides Ontario’s farmers with assurance that participating labs are providing accurate analytical results. Analytical methods were chosen to provide accurate results on the range of Ontario soils. These analyses support nitrogen, phosphate, potash and magnesium fertilizer rec-

ommendations, along with the amount and type of lime to apply.

This provides the basis for responsible management of nutrients, so that fertilizers and manure applications are both agronomic and environmentally sound. For OMAFRA Accredited Soil Laboratory contact information, refer to: www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/ crops/resource/soillabs.htm.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR IDEAS ON LOCAL FOOD Ontario is looking to encourage more families to ask for, and buy locally grown food.

Whether you grow, make, serve, sell or eat Ontario food, the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs want to hear your ideas on how Ontario can encourage more people to ask for and enjoy more locally grown food.

Share your ideas by July 31 at: http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/ english/about/localfood.htm.

COMING EVENTS July 13 - A New Cost Share Program is available for owners of a Commercial Greenhouse, Landscape Nursery or Vegetable Farm.

If interested, participants that have completed a Third Edition EFP, call John Benham at 519-846-3394.

Aug. 1 - National Farmers Union Waterloo-Wellington Local, monthly board meeting, 7:15pm at Husky Farm Equipment, Alma (They meet every first Wednesday of the month).

Aug. 7 - Wellington Federation of Agriculture, monthly Board meeting, at OMAFRA Boardroom, Elora at 7:30pm. For information, contact Lisa Hern 519-848-3774 or email jplh@golden.net.

Aug. 20 & 27 - Growing Your Farm Profits two-day workshop at Everdale Farms, 5812 6th Line, Erin from 9:30am to 3pm. Sign up electronically at: www.ontariosoilcrop.org/workshops or phone Liz at 519-638-3268.

Aug. 21 & 24 - Open Farm Days for the whole family at Ignatius Jesuit Centre, 5420 Hwy. 6 North from 3:30- 6:30 p.m. Visit: http://ignatiusguelph.ca for details.

Aug. 22 & 23 - Hasting County Plowing Match and Farm Show, Donnandale Farms, 10620 Hwy 62 N., Centre Hastings. Check the website: http://www.hastingsfarmshow.com.

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Survey: Regulations, risk management are key priorities for OFA members Guelph - When it comes to talking to government about issues that are most important to farmers, Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) members rank regulations (89%) and risk management programs (75%) at the top of the list.

That was one of the results of the OFA’s recent general membership survey conducted this spring - the first survey of its kind for OFA. “For OFA this survey is a

‘gut-check’ that will help us gauge the importance of issues affecting our members, as well as member satisfaction with OFA activities and communications,� said Mark Wales, OFA president. “We plan to engage members in ongoing smaller surveys throughout the year, and we’ll repeat the general membership survey in two years’ time to see what’s changed.�

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Half of those respondents identified regulations that impose costs to their businesses and the regulatory process, as areas of most concern.

Other key findings of the general membership survey include how members prefer to receive information from OFA. The majority ranked email as a preferred source (81 percent).

The survey also revealed that although Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter usage is relatively low, those social media tools show the most potential for increased use, and are currently used significantly more by OFA members who are under 40.

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Grand champion - Elana Oakes, 11, of Guelph-Eramosa Township, won the overall junior grand champion trophy at Poultryfest Niagara in Smithville on June 23, with a little help from her female Cayuga duck, above. In order to win the grand champion title and beat out several other breeds of duck and chicken, Oakes’ duck had to have excellent conformation and be well groomed and trained. Oakes breeds a small flock with some new ducklings each year, which helps preserves a rare breed of domestic duck and also provides her with some pets.

She is a junior member of the American Poultry Association.

Last fall one of her ducks was named champion at the Fergus Fall Fair and the Erin Fall Fair and champion medium duck at the U.S. junior champion show.

Homecraft Displays Kid’s Day & Baby Show

Vintage Farm Show Dairy & Goat Shows Heavy Horse Show Western Horse Show Midway Demolition Derby Senior’s Day Garden Tractor Pull Friday Tractor Pull - Saturday Iron Man Competition Saturday

International Harvester show is next weekend MILTON - The Ontario Chapter 20 International Harvester Club and Country Heritage Park is hosting a huge show featuring International Harvester (IH) machinery.

This show will include IH trucks, scouts, cub cadets, tractors, dozers, equipment, toys, and memorabilia. The 2012 “red power� show will be in conjunction with Country Heritage Park’s All Color and Toy Show on July 20, 21 and 22 in Milton.

For information visit countryheritagepark.com or facebook.com and search “IHCChapter-20�. For questions call Al Smith at 519-767-0875 or Ken Tosh at 519-837-1625.

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Open market - The Erin Farmers’ Market was officially launched on June 29 at the Erin Fairgrounds. The market will be open every Friday during the summer and feature local vendors offering everything from produce and meats to baked goods, crafts, preserves and more. On hand for the inaugural market, from left, were: Erin Fall Fair Ambassador runner-up Ashley Hannan; agricultural society president Blake Fuller; market organizers Dwayne Gregson, Debi Clare and Jennifer Girvin; Mayor Lou Maieron; junior fair ambassador Katie Dowling; Wendy Swackhammer and town crier Andrew Welch.

Fresh food - Farm manager Carl Leslie displays some of the produce available from Everdale Organic Farm and Environmental Learning Centre near Hillsburgh at the grand opening of the Erin Agricultural Society Farmers’ Market. photos by Chris Daponte

OFA Commentary: Farm yields and prices are among climate change victims

by Mark Wales, President, Ontario Federation of Agriculture The 2012 growing season got off to a record start, with many farmers benefiting from warm soil temperatures and early planting conditions.

Statistics Canada is reporting record acres of all field crops have been planted by farmers across the country, and if weather cooperates, farmers could be in for a very strong year.

But optimism seeded by an early productive season could still combust if, as many experts predict, drought takes hold. Such uncertain weather conditions with dramatic peaks

and lows are another downside of climate change, and can seriously impact the quality of important business planning decisions on the farm.

The spring began with unseasonable heat, but the sudden snap back to cooler seasonal temperatures destroyed much of Ontario’s fresh fruit supply, including an estimated 85% of the province’s apple crop. And farmers’ early season anticipation of bumper grain and oilseed crops could lead to a significantly different story by summer¹s end if weather-related pest infestations and hot, dry conditions continue.

These precarious conditions

speak to the volatility of agriculture, and the power of circumstances beyond a farmer’s control.

Despite being early adapters of new practices and technology, solid productivity records, and generations of hands-on agricultural experience, there¹s always a very real chance that a farm could fail to produce enough food to turn a profit at the end of the year.

Now, more than ever, smartphone-wielding farmers need to get even smarter about marketing strategies on the farm. And making long-term business planning decisions such as the purchase of essential equipment, how much land

to put into production and what kind of on-farm improvements can be made have an even stronger impact on a farm¹s viability.

Ontario farmers continue to make on-farm improvements at the operational level through their overwhelming participation in programs such as Ontario’s Environmental Farm Plan Program.

Farm organizations fund research projects that will lead to further on-farm efficiencies, to help farmers grow more food with fewer resources and less impact on the environment. And farmers will continue to monitor and manage the effects of climate change

Government committed to agricultural science: secretary Lakefield, Ontario On June 29, as part of a regional tour of southern Ontario, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture Pierre Lemieux toured a farm here to learn about the adverse effects stable flies have on dairy and beef farms.

“Our Government is always interested in practical science and common sense solutions that can help our farmers grow their profits,” said Lemieux.

As part of the tour, Lemieux learned that biting-flies on livestock farms can significantly affect the bottom line of farmers, but that these pests can be controlled.

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“I am pleased that our government is interested in practical research. Biting flies, for example, costs the dairy and beef industries in North America $3 billion per year in lost weight and production,” said Beresford.

“Based on my research, I have been able to slowdown the growth rate of stable flies on farms by 15%, and with further research I hope to halt their population growth entirely.”

Lemieux highlighted government funding for science

and innovation, including the Agriculture Innovation Program (two years, $50-million), which helps to get new

products and technologies to market, and improves productivity and competitiveness.

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programs to help manage the challenges farmers face due to circumstances beyond our control.

When weather gets tough, and food production is under threat, programs that help farmers manage associated financial risks are crucial to helping us weather the climate and financial storms.

The Ontario Chapter 20 International Harvester Club and Country Heritage Park invite you to one of the largest shows featuring anything that International Harvester manufactured OUR 2012 RED POWER SHOW will be in conjunction with

COUNTRY HERITAGE PARK ALL COLOR AND TOY SHOW July 20, 21 and 22 Milton Ont.

I.H. trucks, scouts, cub cadets, tractors, dozers, equipment, toys, and memorabilia. http://ihc20.ca/ www.countryheritagepark.com http://www.facebook.com/pages/ IHC-Chapter-20/249239461762186

For questions contact show Coordinators: Al Smith 519-767-0875 | Ken Tosh 519-837-1625

Please send your event info to: events@wellingtonadvertiser.com 20-25 words 4 weeks prior to event date

Palmerston Agricultural Society Saturday July 28, 2012 Palmerston Agricultural Fairgrounds (Beside Arena) Start time - 4:30 PM

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at the farm level.

But the impact of climate change is just one example of what makes the future of farming so volatile. Prices for our commodities are expected to rise and fall just as dramatically in response to extreme growing conditions, and Ontario farmers will continue to rely on business risk management

Contact Paul Schneider 519-343-5062, Angela Schneider 519-343-3427 Palmerston Agricultural Society Food Booth WORKING TOGETHER FOR A BETTER ENVIRONMENT

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ENTERTAINMENT World class music returns to Elora Festival from July 13 to Aug. 5 ELORA – The world of music comes to the village of Elora as the Elora Festival, now in its 33rd year, runs from July 13 to Aug. 5.

Artistic director Noel Edison has chosen a broad range of music for this summer, featuring traditional classical fare, along with concerts to appeal to other musical tastes.

Opening night features Mendelssohn’s epic portrayal of the life of Elijah. With stirring choruses and fiery solo movements, Mendelssohn is able to produce intensely dramatic scenes.

Guest soloists for the evening are soprano Leslie Ann Bradley, alto Leigh-Anne Martin, tenor Michael Colvin, and one of Britain’s most distinguished baritones, Peter Savidge.

To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, author and Titanicexpert Hugh Brewster, with the Elora Festival Singers and actors Christopher Newton and Brigitte Robinson, will present Unsinkable! The story of the Titanic, in Words, Images, & Song.

The following week, Paul Halley leads his ensemble and

World class - Elora Festival’s artistic director Noel Edison directs the Grammy-nominated Elora Festival Singers along with the Elora Festival Orchestra during a performance last year. The 2012 season begins July 13 with Mendelssohn’s Elijah. photo by David Pike the Elora Festival Singers in the striking performance of Missa Gaia, a celebration of nature and life.

The piece integrates world music with sounds from the wild to celebrate the earth as a sacred space.

Nagata Shachu returns with a performance that is both visu-

ally and rhythmically stimulating. This group brings a spectacular display of Japanese taiko drumming and music to our stage.

Guest artists this summer include the Canadian superstars Ben Heppner, jazz legend Peter Appleyard, John McDermott, the Choir of Trinity College Cambridge, and the Barra

MacNeils.

Other highlights include the Vienna Piano Trio, New York Polyphony, one of the world’s finest vocal chamber ensembles, and the duo piano artistry of James Anagnoson and Leslie Kinton.

The 2012 Elora Festival will also feature the Grammynominated Elora Festival

Canadian treasure - The Barra MacNeils add Canadian content to the Elora Festival with their performance on July 14. submitted photo

Singers in 10 different performances, including concerts featuring the music of Francis Poulenc, Eric Whitacre, and Benjamin Britten.

Other performances include Marvellous Mendelssohn, with works for choir and organ by Felix Mendelssohn, and Henry Purcell’s moving masterpiece Dido and Aeneas.

The Elora Festival Singers will take part in A Summer’s Evening on Broadway and the final performance of the season An Afternoon with Ben Heppner.

The Elora Festival runs from July 13 to Aug. 5. For more information contact 519846-0331 or visit www.elorafestival.com.

Bagpipes bring familiar sounds of summer back to downtown shoppers

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As a partnership between the Fergus BIA, Elora Fergus Tourism, Fergus Pipe Band, Grand Celtic Pipe Band and the Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games, the music is a moving nod to the homeland and the founding fathers of Fergus.

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of nostalgia to passersby doing Saturday shopping - or perhaps it will rouse some to do a merry jig.

Either way, the piper will inspire images of lochs, glens, heather and kilts.

As with years past, this rousing recital will take place every Saturday from noon until 1pm.

The piping began June 30 with a member of the Grand Celtic Pipe Band.

A piper from each local pipe band will follow suit, alternating through until Aug. 25, when a member of the Fergus Pipe Band will bring the season to a close.

The only exception will be on Aug. 11 when the historical walking tour will take its place as part of the Scottish Festival celebrations.

The community is invited to come out and experience the magic of the music, the river and the spirit of Fergus.

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ENTERTAINMENT Theatre guild puts youth centre stage in An Ending for Edna July 27 to 29 HARRISTON - The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild (GWTG) is once again turning the stage over to their young company for the summer – and this time, there’s no telling how things will end.

An Ending for Edna is the title of this year’s production, set to hit the stage in late July.

The play is the third production staged using only youth actors, directed by the mother/ daughter team of Peggy and Megan Raftis. It’s also the second play written by Megan, specifically for the GWTG youth production.

The 2011 production of Amy May Runs Away allowed 24 young actors and actresses to learn about stagecraft and experience the thrill of live theatre.

The production drew the largest turnout for auditions yet.

“Interest has been growing every year,” notes Peggy Raftis, president of the GWTG and a veteran director and actress. “This year we had 32 young people try out for parts.”

The continued growth is one of the reasons Megan

Showtime - The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild presentsits youth company production of An Ending for Edna, taking the stage at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre July 27 to 29. submitted photo writes the plays for large casts, as the goal is to provide a theatrical experience for as many actors as possible.

Keeping participation levels high is also one of the reasons the guild stays away from musical productions for

its summer youth shows.

“Usually major musicals are the only type of show where we have opportunities

for youth performers in our regular productions. Not everyone is comfortable singing on stage, but most kids love to act when given the chance,” Peggy notes.

Rehearsals for the production began twice weekly in May. By the time the show hits the stage, the group will have a true sense of what it takes to stage a live play.

Production values for the youth shows are comparable to regular productions in terms of set design and costuming and the actors, regardless of age or experience, must know their lines and hit their marks.

The guild keeps the admission cost to a family-friendly $5 per person and the shows have drawn well, with more than 300 patrons taking in Amy Runs Away in 2011.

An Ending for Edna is a comedy, set in the reading room of a library, involving the adventures of a cast of characters, some of whom spring to life from the pages of children’s books, as they attempt to find an appropriate ending for the story of Edna, a pseudo librarian with an unfortunate

alias.

“This play, more than anything else, is fun,” said Peggy.

“We focus on making theatre a good experience for everyone involved, and the kids are already getting into it, putting characterization into their parts, memorizing lines.

“They’re doing extremely well, especially given the fact that they’re so young and mostly inexperienced, and I think that’s due to the fact that they’re enjoying themselves onstage.

“The great part about that, is that when the actors are clearly having a good time on stage, it makes the play fun for the audience as well.”

The cast for the show is made up of youth ranging in age from six to 17 years.

Performances of An Ending for Edna will be staged at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre, July 27 and 28 at 7:30pm, and July 29 at 2pm.

Tickets, are $5, available at Harriston Home Hardware and at the door on performance dates.

For information call 519338-3681.

Guelph museums host line-up of summer exhibits and special events GUELPH - The Guelph Civic Museum and McCrae House have a full line-up of exhibitions and events this summer.

“Arthur Cutten: The Story of a Speculator” continues until July 31 at Guelph Civic Museum .

The exhibit, developed by guest curator Dennis Johnson, looks at the life of Arthur Cutten (1870-1936) who was born and buried in Guelph, and became one of our greatest philanthropists.

Cutten lived most of his

life in Chicago where he made a fortune in wheat futures. In the 1920s he became leader of the Bull faction in the New York Stock Exchange.

“Spring Ephemerals: Ontario’s Native Wildflowers: A stereoscopic exploration of a little-known aspect of our ecological heritage” continues at the museum until Aug. 26.

The exhibition features the work of Canadian photographer Simon Bell who specializes in stereography (3-D pictures).

Visitors will learn about

indigenous plants, discover where they reside and experience their uniqueness and beauty as living three-dimensional sculptures.

“Think Guelph - Guelph Studio Tour” runs at the museum until Nov. 4, featuring an exhibition of artists whose work is inspired by the city.

The museum presents Tiny Tot Thursdays, a drop-in program for children aged one to four years and their caregivers. There will be organized songs, crafts and games on

Aug. 2 and Sept. 6 from 9:30 to 11:30am. Admission is $2.

On July 27, from 5 to 9pm the museum is participating in “4th Friday” activities.

Admission is free.

The John McCrae House offers an exhibit, “War Horse: Bonfire, Jack and John McCrae” looking at the relationship between McCrae and his own war horses, Bonfire and Jack. The exhibit continues until April 26.

Summer Teas, held in the house gardens July 18 (sold out) and 25 at 2pm features

Grand River Raceway prepares for Industry Day Aug. 6 ELORA — Grand River Raceway’s Industry Day Celebration is less than a month away and the track has released the first of four weekly reports tracking some of the standout Ontario-sired freshman colts and fillies eligible to start in the July 30 eliminations for the event’s feature races.

The Battle Of Waterloo is the marquee dash of Industry Day. There are 158 pacing colts still eligible for the elimination rounds.

The top nine finishers will advance to the 15th annual race which will be contested for $300,000.

Headlining the pack is Tarpon Hanover, a three-length winner in his Ontario Sires Stakes elimination at Mohawk Racetrack on June 29.

Steered by last year’s Battle Of Waterloo winning driver, Scott Zeron, the Badlands Hanover colt came from off the pace to win by three lengths in 1:52.4.

He’s a half-brother to Tarver Hanover ($829,919) and Tarpaulin Hanover ($614,437) and was an $82,000 Harrisburg Sale yearling purchased by trainer Dave Menary with Brad Gray, Bruce Norris and Denis Breton.

Menary won the Battle Of Waterloo in 2010 Prodigal Seelster in a stake record of 1:53.2.

The fourth running of the $150,000 Battle Of The Belles has 167 eligible pacing fillies and last year’s winning trainer is vying for a repeat performance.

Mary Celeste wired the field in 1:56.2 in an OSS event at Mohawk on July 1.

Bred, owned and trained by Stephen and Marilyn Gillard of Tavistock, Mary Celeste is sired by Your Nemesis (winner of the 1998 Battle Of Waterloo) and out of Lucky Call, who have also produced Call Me Yours ($406,200) and Classic Call ($109,597).

The Gillards captured their first Battle Of The Belles in 2011 with Your Beautiful.

To view both Battle Watch reports in their entirety, visit: http://industrydaycelebration.com.

Grand River Raceway’s 22nd annual Industry Day Celebration takes place on Aug. 6 with a post time of 1:30pm.

For more information on Grand River Raceway visit www.grandriverraceway. com.

scones, jam, shortbread cookies, fresh berries and McCrae Private Blend Tea. Tickets are $15 (plus tax) and are available through advance purchase only.

Seating is limited. Call 519836-1221 for tickets.

The Heritage Gardening Hour will take place July 19, from 10 to 11am at McCrae House.

Participants will join the McCrae House Heritage Gardeners for an hour of gardening and find out why heritage gardens is more than

just old plants. Proper gardening clothes are required.

Admission to this event is free.

Admission to the Guelph Civic Museum is $4 an adult, $3 seniors, students, and children under 14 years old, $10 for a family (two adults and three children maximum).

There is a joint admission fee for the McCrae house.

For more information on these events, visit guelph.ca/ museum or contact 519-8361221.

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Local lacrosse tradition - Hundreds of players on over 30 teams took part recently in the Scott Gerrie Memorial Lacrosse tournament in Fergus and Elora. Seven teams from Centre Wellington competed, including the Novice 2 team, above left (facing Orangeville), and the PeeWee 2 team (facing Six Nations). photos by Chris Daponte

Beach volleyball coming soon to Drayton as council agrees to try new court

by David Meyer MAPLETON TWP. Council here has given its approval to place a beach volleyball court in ABC park in Drayton.

Council approved a recommendation from its parks and recreation committee that a local volunteer group, guided by township staff, build a beach volleyball court at the ABC Park in Drayton at no cost to the municipality.

The committee minutes noted there was one person opposed and one abstained from voting on the motion, which was carried.

Councillor Jim Curry told council there is a core group in the township of young adults

that want the court and asked for one a few weeks ago. He noted the only other option they had was the Racquets Club in Elora for beach volleyball.

Curry said there used to be such a court at the agricultural facility in the town several years ago, but he noted that space is now used for trailer parking and the area is also prone to flooding, so ABC Park is the best location.

He said the court would be configured to give 45 feet between the court and the residences on Andrews Drive and there would be no loud noises at night because the court will not be lit.

Curry said the intent is for

a summer league, and several representatives of the group were at council that day, including Natasha Spaling and Stephanie Bignell.

A letter from Gina Dobben on behalf of the Drayton Volleyball Players stated the court would be 18 metres long and nine metres wide, and would require excavation of 1.5 to 3.0 feet in order to provide a proper base for the sand.

“Depending on the drainage for the park, gravel may need to be placed in the bottom to allow for adequate drainage,” Dobben said. “It has been requested that the court be placed so players will face north and south as opposed to east and west.”

Basketball fundraiser to ‘save the trees’ ELORA - NeighbourWoods is ready to score points and raise money for its “Save Our Ash Trees” initative by hosting its first ever 3-on-3 basketball tournament.

The family-friendly event takes place on the court at Bissell Park on July 21 from

9am to 1pm.

The tournament is open to all ages and skill levels. Each team of three or four players must include one male and one female.

There will be dunk and three-point competitions, plus prizes will be awarded for the

winning team and best team spirit. Admission is $10 per person and will include a barbecue lunch.

To registering a team for this event contact the Elora Environment Centre at 519846-0841 or email at rgoindi@ eloraenvironmentcentre.ca.

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She added, “We are currently only asking for once court to be installed, but with the possibility of adding another court, lights, and a lock box where a net and balls could be stored in coming years.”

Dobben said posts and a net could be purchased using the registration fees from the league. She said including poles in the building process would mean more stable posts and less chance they would be damaged.

“Each year at the Canada Day celebrations there are a number of teams who participate in the volleyball tournament. We feel that having a league will only increase the sport’s exposure and allow many different skill levels to participate.”

Councillor Neil Driscoll noted the group is taking responsibility for costs, but wondered who would cover the maintenance costs. Curry said the league would handle that, while the township would continue to cut the grass in the park, as it normally would.

Councillor Mike Downey said the park is supposed to be a neighbourhood one, and won-

dered what effect it will have on the residents in the area.

Curry said there are party controls, and some of the neighbours are interested in the league.

“If something gets out of hand, there are ways to deal with that,” Curry said, adding games will cease when it gets dark.

Downey questioned Curry’s problem with flooding at the fairgrounds.

Curry said floods would wash away the sand from the court. He added if the court is too close to the river, the players could lose balls in it.

He added there will not be that many people at the courts because beach volleyball is three or four players per side.

Mayor Bruce Whale asked public works director Larry Lynch if he has any concerns about the proposal. His department looks after parks.

Lynch said his main concern is the issue should be coming from staff, who would have prepared a full report. He said his issue is suddenly having to field complaints without having input into the decision to place the court in that park.

“We’ve had one [complaint] already and it’s not even built,” said Lynch.

He did say there was such a court in Alma until the community hall there was built, and it was popular and well used. It was moved when the hall was built. He said council should stipulate the court has to be built under the guidance of staff.

Curry said a number of players were forced to travel to Elora to play, and, “This brings it home to Drayton.”

Whale said perhaps the township can find a better location, but he noted it would be inexpensive to build.

Lynch said he has considered potential problems, and asked council what is the intent of the ABC Park. He noted that at one time there was talk of having frisbee-golf there.

But, he added, “Anything that enhances the park is good.”

Curry convinced council to give the court a try.

“The bottom line is, if there are problems, pull two posts and we move on,” he said.

Council supported the recommendation. Councillor Andy Knetsch was absent.

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Silver medal winners - The Guelph Marshall Finamore basketball team won seven of its nine games at the spring Special Olympic Provincial games at Queen’s University recently, earning a silver medal.

The team lost in the finals by three points to Windsor Lasalle. Front row, from left, are: Josh Fletcher, Justin Cremasco, Kelly Crispin, Mark Jamieson,Taylor Redmond and headcoach Steve Redmond.

Back: coach Dario Direnzo, Letisha Fay, Adam Vettor, David Tichborne, Sheldon Riley, Nathan Riley and coach Gino Vettor.

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Sat. Aug. 4

Knox Presbyterian Church in Conn, and the community, hosting a yard and trunk sale, plus free barbecue. 8am - 2pm.

Sun. Aug. 5

Sunday Night Showcase Concert - with Ephraim Frey & Old Tyme Country 7pm; free, Gore Park bandstand, Elmira. *** McKee Cemetery Memorial Service. 2pm. Speaker Gary Faris.

In case of rain, service will be held at St. John’s United Church, Belwood.

Mon. Aug. 6

Sacred Heart Church, Kenilworth will be hosting their annual Garden party and Buffet supper. 4-7pm. Adults: $12, Children 5-12: $5 and under 5 will eat for free. Draws, bingo, games of chance. Everyone welcome.

Tues. Aug. 7

“From Your Home To Our Fair” Harriston-Minto Ag Society Exhibitor’s Information Night. 7-9pm. Harriston United Church.

Learn how to present fair entries. Directors from all sections will demonstrate and answer questions. Children and adults welcome, new and returning exhibitors. Light refreshments. Contact Tami Ross 519-338-3917.

Wed. Aug. 8

Euchre. Harriston, Legion #296, Harriston. Start at 8pm. Light lunch provided. $5 per person. Bring a partner. For more information call 338-2843.

Thurs. Aug. 9

Arthur Agricultural Society meeting. 7:30pm. Upstairs hall.

Arthur Community Centre. All welcome.

Fri. Aug. 10

The Guelph Guild of Storytellers are returning for another season of “Teas and Tales in the Garden”. 10:30 -11:30am in the Guelph Enabling Garden located in Riverside Park, 689 Woolwich Street North, Guelph. Please bring a lawn chair and your mug to enjoy these free events. This week: Ann Estill, Sandy Schoen. For more information please call Bev at 519-821-1312.

Sun. Aug. 12

Sunday Night Showcase Concert - with the Burie Family (Bluegrass/ gospel from Wisconsin), 7pm; free, Gore Park bandstand, Elmira.

Mon. Aug. 13

Guelph Enabling Garden Knit Knites 2012 at the Guelph Enabling Garden 6:30pm, weather permitting. This is a unique way to spend an evening in a beautiful setting along the river. Come with your own knitting project, folding chair and learn tricks of the trade or teach others. Please bring a mug if you would like to enjoy tea. The Guelph Enabling Garden (located in Riverside Park by the Speed River) is fully accessible and welcomes folks of all ages and abilities. www.guelphenablinggarden.blogspot.com.

Tues. Aug. 14

Guelph Twp. Horticultural Youth group meet at Pavilion behind Marden Library. 7pm. Bring a recycled container and flowers to make a design called “Rainbow “ in. This is an entry for OHA convention at Niagara, Aug. 17. Contact leader: 519-836-9535. *** Annual Flower and Vegetable Show - Elora and Salem Horticultural Society –7-9pm. All entries must be placed the night before – Monday, Aug. 13 – between 7 and 9pm at the Elora Community Centre. Novice, junior and adult categories - all entries welcome. Entry tags are available for pick up at the Elora Information Centre on Mill Street East.

Wed. Aug. 15

Holstein Drama Group presents Fiddler on the Roof. Optimist Community Centre, Holstein. August 15-18; 22 - 25 at 7:30pm August 19 & 26 matinees at 2:30pm. For tickets and information contact: 519-334-3310, 519-323-3327 or 519-369-6167. Adults $18, 6–12 yrs $12, 5 and under Free.

fri. Aug. 17

The Guelph Guild of Storytellers are returning for another season of “Teas and Tales in the Garden”. 10:30 -11:30am in the Guelph Enabling Garden located in Riverside Park, 689 Woolwich Street North, Guelph. Please bring a lawn chair and your mug to enjoy these free events. This week: Bev Matson, Joan Holland. For more information please call Bev at 519-821-1312.

Sat. Aug. 18

Spirit of the Hills 2012, Hillsburgh’s Family Fun Day 10am-2pm. Trafalgar Road, Hillsburgh. Classic car show, games for the kids, face painting, silent auction, children’s crafts and storytelling, vendors, food, musical entertainment.

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Sunday Night Showcase Concert - with the Paul Weber Family Band 7pm; free, Gore Park bandstand, Elmira. *** Ellis Chapel Sunday afternoon services with the theme of Social Awareness. Guest speaker - Kaylie Tiessen, Mennonite Centre Committee. 2:30pm, followed by refreshments in the garden. The chapel is located at 6705 Ellis Road in Puslinch Township and can be reached from Wellington Rd. 34, 32 or Townline Road.

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Centre officials say an energy plan of this magnitude will make Centre Wellington a place characterized by energy efficiency, independence and

security, as well as continuing its legacy as a place to live, visit and invest.

The Elora Environment Centre wants to hear what the public has to say about its Community Energy Plan. Visit www.centrewellingtoncep.ca and keep an eye out for centre officials at events throughout the township. submitted by Katelyn McFadyen, Plan co-ordinator

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Until Aug. 24 - St. Paul’s Lutheran Church “Best Friend Forever” Vacation Bible School, where children will learn about Jesus, our “BFF”. 6:30-8:45pm each evening at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 27 Mill St., Elmira. Admission is free. A freewill offering to support a VBS ministry in Nicaragua will be taken each evening.

For children ages 3-14. For more information or to register, call 519-669-2593.

Tues. Aug. 21

Cancer Support Group. Upper Grand 753 Tower St. S. Near the Hardware store. Wheelchair accessible. First Wednesday of the month lunch out. Contact Joyce 519-843-3213 or Judy 519-8433947 Ext. 100.

Wed. Aug. 22

Guelph TWP. Horticultural Society’s Summer Flower and Vegetable Show. Afternoon tea 2-4pm. The public is invited to help us celebrate 90 years. Free will offering. Marden Community Centre and Library building. Viewing at 7pm with awards at 8pm.

Note to Member exhibitors, both adult and youth: Entries to be in Tuesday, Aug. 21, between 6:30-8:30pm. Rules are in your yearbook, along with floral and photography classes. Contact: secretary 519-822-5289.

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Sat. Aug. 25

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. *** Saturday Night Dance at the Elora Legion featuring Swan Creek.

Starts at 8pm. Cost $10 per person, lunch provided. Call 519-8469611 for more information. *** Ontario Toy Show and Auction 9am - 4pm. Show: Sunday 10am3pm. Quality Inn Hotel and Convention Centre. Hwy 59 & 401 (exit 232 N)Woodstock. This year’s Unique Special Edition Show Replica: IH 766 Tractor with Maple Leaf Medallion and Ontario Toy Show packaging. More info. 519-537-3753.

Sun. Aug. 26

Sunday Night Showcase Concert - with Doug Deboer & Hard Ryde (Bluegrass), 7pm; free, Gore Park bandstand, Elmira.

Mon. Aug. 27

Guelph Enabling Garden Knit Knites 2012 at the Guelph Enabling Garden 6:30pm, weather permitting. This is a unique way to spend an evening in a beautiful setting along the river. Come with your own knitting project, folding chair and learn tricks of the trade or teach others. Please bring a mug if you would like to enjoy tea. The Guelph Enabling Garden (located in Riverside Park by the Speed River) is fully accessible and welcomes folks of all ages and abilities. www.guelphenablinggarden.blogspot.com.

Tues. Aug. 28

C.W. Probus Club 10am. Aboyne Hall - Wellington Museum.

Speakers: Rick Goodfellow and Ian Evans. Topic: Elora Adventure Club’s Fabulous Cycling Tours. All retired seniors welcome; membership available. ***

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Horoscopes - For the third week of July ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 A vacation could be in the works in the next few weeks, Aries. Because tasks can seem to sneak up on you, get the planning started early and work up an itinerary.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Take some time to look through your checkbook or online bills history, Taurus. You may have a few unexpected expenses on the horizon and you’ll need to some extra cash.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Loss is not something easily overcome, Gemini. If you’ve lost someone you love due to relocation or illness, surround yourself with a good support team until you rebound a bit.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Never say never, Cancer, because you may look foolish when you eventually do the things you said you never would. Instead, be open to all possibilities and opportunities.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Great ideas often arrive with little effort, Leo. It’s turning those ideas into a working project that can often take a lot of energy. However, Leo, you’re up for the challenge.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 For the most part you’re insistent on doing things yourself and taking the difficult route, Virgo. Try to let go a little this week and let someone else handle things for a change.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you may have your heart set on making a change, but you have not quite narrowed down what that change will be. Sit down and work on some ideas this week.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 The only way you will know if your ideas have merit is to stick your neck out and take a chance once in a while, Scorpio. You just may be surprised at the feedback.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 There’s not much else you can do with regard to a tenuous relationship, Sagittarius. So it’s best if you just cut your losses and move on. You’ll make new friends easily.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Although you want to be everything to everyone, there’s only so much of you to go around, Capricorn. Don’t spread yourself too thinly because it can take quite a while to recuperate after.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you are ready to dabble in something that you and you alone enjoy. Figure out what you need to get started and begin building around your specific interest or hobby.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 With so many friends seeking your attention, Pisces, you just may be the star of a particular social event that may come up this week.

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SUMMER TREE TIP FROM THE GREEN LEGACY TREE NURSERY Your Green Legacy tree seedlings need a drink!

Environment Canada has predicted a hotter and drier summer than usual. Adequate watering in the first few seasons is critical for the long term survival of seedlings. One deep soaking of six litres of water per week will help increase their chance of survival this summer.

HARRISTON LIBRARY BRANCH RE-OPENS The County, the Town of Minto and the Wellington County Library Board officially re-opened the Harriston Library Branch on June 28.

This project created approximately 671 weeks of work.

July 15-17 Mount Forest and District Complex

NEW COUNTY WEBSITE The County is proud to unveil its new website!

Check it out at www.wellington.ca launching July 16!

SUMMER SIZZLE PIANO PEDAGOGY SYMPOSIUM

Congratulations to the website photo contest winners:

An event for teachers, senior students and a Keyboard Kamp for people ages 8-21.

• Best Landscape: Michelle Goodeve • Best People: Alison Armstrong • Best Architecture: Heather Mead

For more information, or to register, visit: www.cncm.ca .

Thank you to all who submitted photos. Visit the County’s new website where your photos may be on display.

ELECTRONIC WASTE RECYCLING PROGRAMME Open to all County residents!

Electronics recycling is now available at all waste facilities!

COUNTY ECONOMIC STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE Thank you for your input!

As part of the County’s Economic Development Strategic Plan, we have been receiving your survey responses, hearing your viewpoints in the focus group sessions and continue to listen to your feedback.

The County is incorporating this information into the strategy, which will be completed in September. The Plan will identify existing strengths in the County, key challenges and barriers to business growth, in addition to infrastructure and service gaps.

County residents and businesses have been supplying their thoughts on opportunities for economic development activities.

For more information and to provide your thoughts and ideas, visit the project website: www.wellingtonmeansbusiness.ca

ALTERNATE FORMATS OF THIS PUBLICATION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. Michele Richardson, Health and Safety Coordinator 519.837.2600 x 2660 or micheler@wellington.ca.

• The County is beginning an electronics waste collection programme at all waste facilities • Free drop-off of electronics waste materials (e-waste) • List of acceptable items www.torontorecycling.com/weee.html • Any received e-waste will be recycled or re-marketed • Data from hard drives will be “wiped” securely • Clean out your garage and basement and bring us your e-waste For more information, visit: www.wellington.ca.

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