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INSIDE WELLINGT­­­ON

Second Section AUGUST 17, 2012

On Cue: Snooker champion Terry Davidson

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Artists added to 2012 Riverfest lineup

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PAGE TWO Inside Wellington - Second Section of the Wellington Advertiser, Friday, August 17, 2012

Creampuff Macdaddy wins big at Industry Day ELORA - Fans taking in the Industry Day festivities at Grand River Raceway did not believe elimination winner Creampuff Macdaddy could overcome the outside Post 8 in the Aug. 6 Gold Final, but the two-year-old trotting colt proved them wrong.

Driver Jack Moiseyev abandoned the mount on Creampuff Macdaddy in favour of Majestized, who started from the trailing Post 9, so Randy Waples picked up the catch drive aboard the Brad Maxwell trainee.

In the elimination round Creampuff Macdaddy sprinted to a 2:01 victory, and in the final Waples opted to use the colt’s speed to rocket out to an early lead.

Waples took his foot off the accelerator and allowed Creampuff Macdaddy a breather to the 1:00.3 half, but maintained enough pace through the 1:30 three-quarters to hold off challenger Sparky Gypsy.

Having done a great deal of work on the outside through the middle of the race, elimination winner Sparky Gypsy, owned

by Bill Manes of Rockwood, began to fade around the final turn and eventually made a break in the stretch.

Creampuff Macdaddy turned for home with a one and one-half length lead and cruised under the wire a one length winner in a personal best 2:00.2.

Pocket sitter Third Pat earned the second-place share of the $130,000 Gold Final purse, while Gotta Secret circled around Sparky Gypsy to finish third.

Guelph resident Maxwell conditions Creampuff Macdaddy for Douglas Millard of Woodstock, who purchased the son of Ken Warkentin and Celebrity Cream for $22,000 from last fall’s Canadian

Yearling Sale.

The colt started his Ontario Sires Stakes career with a fourth-place effort in the Grassroots season opener at Clinton Raceway on July 8, then moved up to the Gold Series for the second event, finishing sixth in his July 16 elimination at Mohawk Racetrack.

Last week’s victory was Creampuff Macdaddy’s first.

With three different Gold Final winners in the first three events of the season, the Aug. 6 victory boosted Creampuff Macdaddy up the division standings into second, just eight points behind Murmur Hanover.

The two-year-old trotting colt Gold Final served as a prelude to the finals for Grand River Raceway’s $150,000 Battle of the Belles and $300,000 Battle of Waterloo.

In the two-yearold pacing filly contest, Macharoundtheclock and driver Jody Jamieson delivered an outstanding come from behind effort to hit the wire in a stakes record equaling 1:55.1.

The win was the Mach Three daughter’s first in just her third lifetime start for trainer Dave Menary of Cheltenham, his father Larry Menary of Cheltenham, Ken Ewen of Georgetown and Denis Breton of Welland.

In the afternoon’s finale, Dave Menary and Denis Breton were back in the winner’s circle along with their partners Brad Gray of Dundas and Bruce Norris of Caledon East after their two-year-old pacing colt Tarpon Hanover destroyed his Battle of Waterloo competition in a track record 1:53.

Driver Scott Zeron engineered the Badlands Hanover son’s spectacular victory, which saw Tarpon Hanover finish several lengths ahead of Mach Pride and Bad Boy Hill.

Public Service announcements

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. *** Until Aug. 24 - Operation Overboard: Vacation Bible School.

9am-12pm at 290 Belsyde Ave. E. Faith Lutheran Church, hosted

by St. James Anglican and Faith Lutheran, all school-age children welcome. Stories, songs, games and crafts.

fri. Aug. 17

Cancer Support Group. Upper Grand 753 Tower St. S. Fergus, near the Hardware store. Wheelchair accessible. First Wednesday of the month lunch out. Contact Joyce 519-843-3213 or Judy 519843-3947 Ext. 100.

The Victoria Park Seniors Centre in Fergus has a wide variety of programs for all including bus trips, fitness, computer, dance, health and wellness, arts and music, general interest and everyday drop in programs. Registered programs may be taken by anyone over 18 years old. Don’t be disappointed register early for all programs and seminars. Check out our website at www.centrewellington.ca or call 519-787-1814. *** Euchre at Victoria Park Seniors Centre, Fergus. Every Thursday 7:30pm. $2 members.

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. *** Arthur Legion Wing Night. 6 - 8pm. All you can eat $12. No take outs.

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. Info: 519-855-4010 or 519855-6343. *** Explore the soulful music at the Underground Railroad Music Festival from 12 to 7:30 pm at Centennial Park in Drayton. For more information call 416-857-4951. Don’t miss this fantastic live musical celebration of Black History. *** Grand Valley Rodeo at Kimstep Farms Grand Valley. 2pm. Join in the excitement of rodeo events. Don’t miss the BBQ -5:30pm. and Settler’s Creek Concert - 9pm. Rain or shine. 519-928-5368. *** Belwood Lions Fish Fry. Seatings 5pm and 6:30pm at the Belwood Hall. Advance sales only. Adults $14, Children 12 and under $8. Fish supplied by Howell Fish. Takeout available. Call 519-843-7011 or 519-843-4319 for tickets. *** Victoria Park Seniors Centre annual Peach Social. For info. call 519-787-1814. *** Country Dance, Alma Community Hall. $10. Dance to Country Ways. *** Third annual Reid Drainage Barrel Blast Aug 18 and 19th. This event is sanctioned by the Ontario Barrel Racing Association and brings some of the best barrel racing in Ontario to Fergus.

Riverview Stable welcomes spectators, with the events beginning at 9:30am and ending at approximately 6pm each day. Bring a lawn chair and come see what barrel racing is all about. Last year one of the classes had 120 entries. For more information visit www.riverviewstable.piczo.com.

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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. *** The Grove Cemetery Memorial Service. Location - Grove Cemetery. 2:30pm. Please bring lawn chairs. Guest speaker Mr. Gary Faris. In the event of rain, service will be held in St. John’s Community Church, Orton. *** Ennotville Historical Library Annual Corn Roast and Pot Luck Dinner 6:30pm. Everyone with past and present associations with the library is welcome.

Tues. Aug. 21

Wed. Aug. 22

Guelph Township 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. *** Palmerston fair Ambassador of the Fair competition. Jr. and Sr. ambassadors to be chosen. 8pm at the Palmerston community centre. Adults, $5, under 12 free. Contact: Kathryn 519-722-2335.

Thurs. Aug. 23

The Harriston & District Horticultural Society flower show in the auditorium. 7pm. Speaker: Melanie Marjoram. Topic: “Flower show judging.” Exhibits placed 10am-1pm. Refreshments. *** Arthur United Church Peachfest 5-7pm at the Arthur Community Centre. Tickets at door. $12 adult; $6 for 6-12; 5 and under free.

No take outs. *** The Guelph Enabling Garden, Riverside Park at 689 Woolwich Street North, Guelph workshop “Native Wildflowers” 7- 8pm.

Get to know the many benefits of growing native wildflowers. For more information on the Enabling Garden please call Lea Tran, Horticultural Therapist at 519-993-5323.

Fri. Aug. 24

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 Estil, Sya VanGeest. For more information please call Bev at 519-821-1312. *** Join us for Fourth Friday Knit Ins. Learn how to knit or crochet and help Guelph Arts Council prepare to Yarn Bomb St. George’s Square during Culture Days. Guelph Civic Museum, 52 Norfolk Street. 519-836-3280 for more info. *** “This is Tom Jones” featuring Dave LaFame, also appearing: Joe Lucchetta at the Guelph Legion, 57 Watson Parkway S. Tickets $15 and may be purchased at the branch. *** All Saints Community Dinner. Bring your friends and come on down to Erin’s best dinner deal, every 4th Friday of the month, 6-7pm! No sermon & no charge; free will offerings gratefully accepted. All Saints Church, 81 Main Street, Erin. “Erin’s tallest building” *** Palmerston fair parade assembles at Lawrence park at 5:45 leaves at 6:30pm. Contact: Joan 519-343-3935. Contact: Grace 519-3435181.

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.

Mon. Aug. 20 Starts at 8pm. Cost $10 per person, lunch provided. Call 519-846Until Aug. 24 - St. Paul’s Lutheran Church “Best Friend Forever” 9611 for more information.

Vacation Bible School, where children will learn about Jesus, our *** “BFF”. 6:30-8:45pm each evening at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Ontario Toy Show and Auction 9am - 4pm. Show: Sunday 10am3pm. Quality Inn Hotel and Convention Centre. Hwy 59 & Barrie Hill/Speedside Youth Group presents 401 (exit 232 N) Woodstock.

More info. 519-537-3753. *** South Luther School 130th Anniversary and School Reunion. Registration at 1pm.

Pot luck dinner at 5pm. Bring old photos. All welcome.

Sunday September 2nd *** The Upper Credit Humane 4:00-7:00pm Society’s Annual Golf Tournament at Eagle Ridge 7666 Mill Rd.,Victoria Rd. N. Golf Club, RR#4, 11742 Guelph Tenth Line, Georgetown. PreRegistration preferred. Shotgun For Tickets call: start 1:30pm. Golf, dinner, awards, contests, silent auction, 50/50 Draw and more. Contact $25/person, children under 12 FREE Laura at 416-706-7406.

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Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, August 17, 2012 PAGE THREE

On Cue: Snooker champion Terry Davidson

by Kelly Waterhouse Cover photo: Helen Michel

ALMA - When Terry Davidson and his wife Jerre built their custom home in Alma, there was one design specification Terry insisted upon: the basement had to accommodate his professionalsized 6 x 12 snooker table.

Forget the man cave. He created the ultimate billiard training room.

Davidson has come a long way since his early pool hall days in Fort Erie, when snooker and pool were played in smoke-filled back rooms.

“I used to watch them play snooker and then I picked it up,” Davidson said. “But then I joined the Canadian Navy at age 17 and that was the end of that.”

Twenty-three years later, Davidson retired from the Navy, moving to be with Jerre in her native Scotland, where he was free to pursue his sport.

“I always loved snooker, but I wanted to make it my full time gig,” he said.

“The 80s were a snooker heyday in England. Every weekend in Britain somewhere there was a Pan Am game.

I was playing full-time and was sponsored to do so, and we played every weekend,” he recalls, fondly.

“I used to practice eight hours a day. It was like a job.

It was my job,” he said with a laugh.

His dedication earned him the Leicestershire County Championship title, as well as several other such titles in England and Wales. When the leagues opened up the pro ranks, Davidson attempted to qualify to go professional.

“But it’s a young man’s game … you need to have great hand-eye coordination and I wasn’t there anymore.”

The couple returned to Canada, where Davidson’s career in telecommunications took precedence and snooker became a hobby. Still, in 1989, he won the Ontario regional championship finals against pro snooker player Ed Galati.

But the business world introduced him to golf and, much like snooker, he was hooked.

“Golf became an obses-

sion,” he admits. “I got down to an 11 handicap.”

He adds, “Snooker is very similar to golf. You have to accelerate the cue, or the club, through the ball. The best snooker players, like [Ronnie] O’Sullivan, hardly seems to hit the ball. He is so smooth. Or golfers like Freddie Couples.

It’s all about technique.”

Another element the two sports have in common is strict etiquette in manner and dress.

“It’s a gentleman’s sport.

Professional snooker players always wear a waist coat and tie,” he explains.

Golf was Davidson’s hobby when the couple moved to the United States, to follow his telecom career. For 10 years, he did not play snooker at all.

The couple returned to Canada in 2005, settling in Alma. With the space to pursue his sport, Davidson started “playing steady.”

But that doesn’t mean it was easy to pick up where he had left off.

“I could never recapture the skill level back to where it should be, by my standards.

After 10 years, I was getting worse,” he explained. Like any athlete, his inability to focus on his sport for years frustrated him.

Jerre understood his angst, but she also knew Terry had not lost his skill.

“Terry has been obsessed with snooker since I met him,” Jerre said. “Snooker really fits his character. It is a sport of strategy, patience and handeye coordination and he loves delving into the minute details of technique.”

To encourage him, Jerre bought Davidson the Nic Barrow snooker coaching DVD series. That was the push that got him back in the game.

It worked. Davidson was inspired to take his sport in a new direction.

“I contacted Barrow immediately. Then, I went over to Britain to become a certified Master Coach,” he said.

Granted through the International Billiards and Snooker Federation, Davidson is now a Certified Examiner, Certified Master Coach and

Lining up the shot - Certified Master Coach Terry Davidson gets in position to take the shot on the snooker table at his home in Alma, where he has the technology and tools to teach students proper snooker techniques in person and through the internet. photo by Kelly Waterhouse

Snooker Gym instructor, and a Class C referee.

Under Barrow’s tutelage, Davidson is able to teach and certify other snooker players in the international arena.

“I have now certified coaches from Victoria, Toronto and an American who went on to open a snooker academy in Malaysia,” he said.

Taking early retirement in 2007 allowed Davidson to share his passion for snooker by encouraging others to pursue the sport.

His basement is a full

don’t stand a chance,” he said.

Davidson hopes the day will come when snooker becomes more popular in Canada.

He promoted the sport as president and treasurer of the Ontario Snooker Association for five years, but now looks to coaching to encourage a new generation of young players.

“Snooker is big time everywhere but Canada and the U.S. There aren’t many places to play here, because no young players are coming through, so it’s become an old man’s game,” he said.

“It’s not on TV here and we can’t get sponsorship because people still think it is a gambling sport, played in a smokey pool hall. It’s not like that.”

Coaching takes up much of his time and it means that, even in retirement, Davidson is tied to his BlackBerry device. He doesn’t mind.

“I get emails as a coach that I check every morning and spend an hour or so responding to them. I check the forums and websites daily too.”

Then he heads to his basement to practice his own technique for anywhere from four to six hours every day.

“Every morning I get down here because there is always something I have to work on.

I love the challenge. It gives me something to keep myself interested,” he said. “Walking around the table keeps me active.”

It also keeps his mind engaged. “Every shot, you are using your spacial recognition.

It is a mind game,” he explains.

“When I play in a tournament, it’s a real mind game. You are playing the table but also your opponent. You have to adjust your game to your opponent’s.”

Jerre respects Terry’s dedication and daily schedule.

chin down? Is his nose in line with the shot? Which eye does the player favour? When a guy is delivering the cue, you have to be able to see what his fingers are doing.”

The mirror, placed on the snooker table helps with this too. “The player can see their position and correct their mistakes.

“There is an ideal, perfect technique but nobody has the same ability, vision or build.

A coach has to see what the individual is doing differently,” he explains.

“To be a great player, you have to play every day, and play against great players.”

- Terry Davidson, snooker Master Coach. coaching facility for clients the world over, who come either for private lessons or do so over the internet. His set-up includes a video camera, tripod, flat screen television, mirrors and sports camera.

“The first question I ask a student is: what are you after?” he explains. “Generally, the answer is: I just want to play better.”

Technology helps Davidson help the players. Sports analysis software specific to cue sports allows him to take the video or photo images in a play situation and analyze the individual’s technique.

“With video, you can show a student if they are delivering the cue straight. I can analyze the video on screen, drawing lines to show the shots, so he can see it.”

Davidson is looking for specific things.

“Is the cue central? Is his

Davidson is part of the online coaching forum at www. thesnookerforum.com and snookerline.com. Players email Davidson questions or submit video footage and he offers solutions to improve specific issues.

“I may set up the shot they’ve described and record myself making the shot, or they will put a video on YouTube that I can watch and analyze from here,” he said.

“The grip is the most important part. To be a good snooker player you must deliver the cue consistently straight. What I do is coach a player to develop a technique to do that.”

Davidson believes to achieve greatness in the sport of snooker, one has to start young.

“To become a professional snooker player, they usually start around the age of eight. If you come to it much later, you

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“One of the reasons he is so good is that he has trained in every aspect of technique and he practices every day for most of the day. He has studied with many of the great coaches in the sport,” she said.

“Snooker has been in a constant in Terry’s life. He loves to play and snooker has given him a purpose or goal through most of his adult life and now that he has retired, he is able to give this passion his full attention.”

As Davidson tells his students, “To be a great player you have to play every day, and play against great players.”

To keep his skills fresh, Davidson continues to compete, having qualified for the Canadian Snooker Championships seven years running.

“You have to earn ranking points to keep in it,” Davidson explains.

This June, he qualified for the games held in Toronto, but did not pass the round-robin level, splitting four games, with two wins, two losses, and coming in third. Only the top two advanced to the final 16 players, before playing for a final position.

“I was the top ranked senior in Ontario last season. I am ranked ninth in open players,” he explained.

He also travelled to Las Vegas in 2007 and 2008 with the Canadian team for the CanAM Snooker Challenge.

“As long as my health holds up and I can play competitively, I’ll continue with snooker,” Davidson said. He hopes new players will join.

“It’s a good sport now. It’s not a den of gamblers chomping on cigars,” he said with a laugh.

For coaching information, contact Davidson at 519-8460538 or terrydavidson45@gmail.com.

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ENTERTAINMENT The Wooden Sky, Lisa Bozikovic join Riverfest lineup ELORA - The fourth annual celebration of music and community known as Riverfest 2012 features headliners Cuff the Duke and Celtic guitarist Tony McManus.

Toronto-based indierockers The Wooden Sky and songstress Lisa Bozikovic have recently ben added to the Aug. 25 lineup in Bissell Park.

The Wooden Sky has been hailed for their unique approach to Americana-based music, blending a country folk sound with indie-rock influences. They released their third studio album, Every Child a Daughter, Every Moon a Sun, this year and have been touring the continent.

Riverfest marks the band’s last announced North American date before embarking on a fall tour of Europe.

Rounding out the Riverfest 2012 lineup is Bozikovic, who has collaborated with prominent indie artists such as Ohbijiou, Timber Timbre and Sandro Perri. Her sophomore album, This is How We Swim, will be released Aug. 28.

The Elora-based six-piece alternative funk band The Boo Radley Project, Dundas-based songstress Karis Tees and featured performers from the Elora Acoustic CafĂŠ will also play the smaller, intimate tree stage.

Riverfest is a licensed

event. Food, including fare from KIPP Elora’s wood-burning oven, will also be available for purchase.

Proceeds from the event will be directed towards Raising the Roof, a program that aims to provide Elora with a permanent performing arts venue.

Tickets for Riverfest are $30 in advance or $35 at the door and $5 for children under 10. Children’s tickets can be purchased at the gate.

Tickets are now available for purchase online at www. riverfestelora.com.

They can also be purchased in person at the Shepherd’s Pub, Box Social and SantÊ in Elora, the Grand Theatre in

Fergus, The Bookshelf and The Cornerstone in Guelph and Orange Monkey Music in Waterloo.

Fold-out chairs will now be allowed on site. Doors open at 4:30pm, with music kicking off on the tree stage at 5pm and the main stage at 7pm, rain or shine.

Riverfest, Elora’s annual celebration of community and music, is presented by Village Idiots Productions and Triage Productions.

For the latest updates, visit www.riverfestelora.com.

For more information contact Haydn Watters, Riverfest marketing at 519-846-2685 or riverfestelora@yahoo.ca.

Juno award-winning singer to perform on Aug. 24 Good times - Kent Tocher took the stage on Aug. 4 at the Mount Forest Legion, Branch 134, as part of Hootenanny Hay Days. The open jamboree offered local entertainment and food with a licensed outdoor patio. photo by Kelly Waterhouse

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GUELPH - Folkway Music here has added another summer concert to its line-up.

On Aug. 24, it will welcome two-time Juno award winning songwriter Ruth Moody for an intimate performance.

Moody, from Winnipeg, is a founding member of the internationally renowned, Billboard-charting trio The Wailin’ Jennys, and former lead singer of the Canadian roots band Scruj MacDuhk.

In 2010, Moody released her highly-anticipated solo album The Garden to rave reviews and was nominated for a Juno award.

The show will take place at 8:30pm at Folkway Music, 163 Suffolk Street W., in Guelph.

Tickets are $20, plus HST.

Ruth Moody Doors open at 8pm and seating is limited.

For more information call 519-763-5524 or visit www. folkwaymusic.com.

Summer laughs - The laughter continues at the Summer Festival at Century Church Theatre in Hillsburgh, with Simon William’s Nobody’s Perfect. It isn’t all smooth sailing for Leonard (played by Trevor Smith Diggins) when his novel wins a competition. He has led the publisher, Harriet, (Linda Spence) to think he is a woman, and when he falls hopelessly in love with her, Leonard gets drawn into a mammoth deception. His rascally father (Wayne Moore) and devious teenage daughter (Logan Barbosa) make life even more complicated as the story unravels to what officials call a hilarious finish. The show runs from Aug. 15 to 26, with matinee and evening performances. For details visit www.centurychurchtheatre.com, or call the box office at 519-855-4586. submitted photo

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Public invited to transform Carden Street GUELPH – On Aug. 24, from 7 to 9pm, Carden Street here will be covered in yellow paper between Wilson and Wyndham streets as part of a special Fourth Fridays event in partnership with the City of Guelph.

The community is invited to contribute to The Paper Road by bringing photographs, drawings, and other items that can be taped to the paper. Drawing supplies will be available on site for those who are inspired to be creative on the spot.

Images from this event will be shared with Guelph’s sister cities Treviso, Loria, and Castelfranco Veneto in Italy.

For information contact Aidan Ware at aware@msac.ca.

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133rd annual Fall Fair to offer full slate of events PALMERSTON – The annual fall fair here runs from Aug. 24 to 26 and promises a myriad of events under the banner “Wood You Come to The Fair.”

This will be the 133rd edition of the Palmerston Fall Fair.

“There are several new things this year at the fair.

Our theme is ‘Wood’ so there will be lots of displays featuring it,” said Grace Canning past home craft president.

“I hope there will be many entries in the amateur woodworking class.”

Events prior to the fair include a half price movie night on Aug. 18 at the Norgan Theatre.

The official opening takes place at the arena auditorium on Aug. 22 starting at 8pm, followed by the Ambassador of the Fair Competition.

From 7pm to 9pm on Aug. 23 the arena opens for the placing of exhibits, including the new class of Amateur Woodworking.

The final round of exhibits are placed on Aug. 24 from 8:30am to 11am with judging taking place in the afternoon.

Assembling of parade entries will take place at 5:45pm in preparation for the parade start from Lawrence Park at 6:30pm. The arena and exhibits will open to the public following the parade.

The same evening, at 7pm. is a Taste of Minto, presenting foods from around the township. There will also be a weekend-long quilt show.

A full slate of events is set for Aug. 25 starting with the farmer’s breakfast at the

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Palmerston parade - The parade through town is an annual highlight of the Palmerston Fair. This year the parade is scheduled to start from Lawrence Park at 6:30pm on Aug. 24.

Advertiser file photos arena auditorium, from 8am to 10pm. Also starting at the same time and running until 1pm is a tailgate garage sale.

The arena opens at 9am for exhibit viewing. At the same time, the pet show, held at the barn, starts and runs until 11am. A farmers’ market will be held at the Lion’s Park starting at 9am and running until 1pm. Starting at 10am and running until noon is the fall mass registration.

The reptile show also starts at 10am and runs until 3pm, while the birds of prey exhibit is set to start at 10am and run until 4pm.

The ever popular baby show runs from 11am until noon and the tiny tyke calf show followed by the over-the-

hill competition starts at 11am.

The 4-H open dairy show is set to go from noon until 4pm.

There will be afternoon helicopter rides around the site.

From 12:30 to 2pm the children’s carnival will be held at the arena auditorium and at 1pm is the texting competition where entrants get to show their texting skills.

The kid’s pedal tractor pull starts at 2 pm with the auction of champions following at 3pm.

It’s time to take in some hearty local food at the corn roast running from 5:30 until 7pm.

The Minto Safe Communities youth dance will run from 7:30 to 10pm.

A community church service is set for the arena auditorium on Aug. 26 starting at 10am.

The Tiny Tyke calf show of beef starts at noon along with the 4-H beef show and the amazing race starting at 1pm.

Exhibits will be removed from the arena at 3pm.

Starting at 4:30pm is the Anglican Church roast beef supper at the arena auditorium.

“We have an excellent display of quilts with a prize for viewers choice. The 4-H open dairy show is a qualifying show for the Royal,” Canning said.

“There are the returning favorites, the Taste of Minto, the baby show, children’s carnival, helicopter rides and the auction on Saturday and the amazing race on Sunday.”

For more information on the fair contact secretary Angela Schneider at 519-343-3427.

Palmerston Fair has a long history in the community PALMERSTON - The coming fall fair here, from Aug. 24 to 26, will continue a long tradition in the community.

The first fairs held in Palmerston from 1879 to 1896 were sponsored by the Palmerston Horticultural Society, until Ministry cutbacks forced them to cease.

On Jan. 13, 1897 the Palmerston and North Wallace Agricultural Society was formed. They purchased the land for the fairgrounds that year.

Over the years there were various additions made, includ-

ing a racetrack and grandstand, which is no longer there.

The yellow barn at the entrance to the Community Centre was moved there later.

All of the exhibits were displayed there, on two levels, until the arena was built.

The society has contributed to the town through many donations.

In 1961 land for a ball diamond, currently known as the Barb Wright ball diamond, was donated. In 1967 a swimming pool was built.

This land was returned when

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the present pool was built. Sheep Dog Trial had a 10 In 1976 the largest dona- year run from 1994 to 2003.

Two of the society’s tion, worth $60,000 at the time, was made for the Palmerston most popular events, the Ambassador of the Fair comCommunity Complex.

In 1996, in conjunction with petition and the annual tractor a neighbouring landowner, land pull, are both over 30 years old.

In 2000 the Farmer’s Preand access to it was supplied for a second ball diamond. Seeding Barbecue was startThe local soccer club also uses ed and continues to be a hit the grounds for their games. with the farming community.

The children also have their In recent years the agricultural society has held favorites, including the Tiny some popular special events. Tyke Show (started in 1991), the The Palmerston Toy Show children’s carnival (1996) and was held from 1987 to 1995. the Agri-Awareness program The Western Ontario for Grade 6 students (1994).

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Thursday Aug. 23rd 7:00-9:00pm Arena Open for placing Exhibits New Class - Amateur Woodworking Friday Aug. 24th 8:30-11:00am Arena Open for placing Exhibits Afternoon - Judging takes place 5:45pm - Parade Assembles 6:30pm - Parade leaves Lawrence Park, Arena opens after parade 7:00pm - A Taste of Minto (Aud) All Weekend - Quilt Show Saturday Aug. 25th 8:00-10:00am - Farmer’s Breakfast (Aud) 8:00am-1:00pm - Tailgate Garage Sale 9:00am - Arena Opens

9:00-11:00am - Pet Show (Barn) 9:00am-1:00pm - Farmer’s Market - Lion’s Park 10:00am-Noon - Fall Mass Registration 10:00am-3:00pm - Reptile Show 10:00am-4:00pm - Birds of Prey Show 11:00am-Noon - Baby Show (Aud) 11:00am - Tiny Tyke Calf Show followed by Over the Hill Competition Noon - 4-H Open Dairy Show Afternoon - Helicopter Rides 12:30-2:00pm - Children’s Carnival (Aud) 1:00pm - Texting Competition (All Ages) 2:00pm - Kids Pedal Tractor Pull 3:00pm - Auction of Champions 5:30-7:00pm - Corn Roast 7:30-10:00pm - Minto Safe Communities Youth Dance Sunday Aug. 26th 10:00am - Church Service (Aud) Noon - Tiny Tyke (Beef Only) Calf Show Open 4-H Beef Show 1:00pm - Amazing Race 3:00pm - Removal of Exhibits & Displays 4:30pm - Anglican Church Roast Beef Supper (Aud)

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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: 8:30am to 5pm. For technical information, call the Agricultural Information Contact Centre at 1-877424-1300 or visit the OMAFRA Website: www.ontario.ca/omafra ADVANTAGE ON-FARM FOOD SAFETY WEBINARS The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) will be hosting webinar sessions on Good Agriculture Practices for your farm, available at no cost.

1) Food Safety on Multi-Commodity Farms - Identify the risks associated with a multi-commodity farm, the good agricultural practices which address those risks and how they apply to your farm. Webinar - Aug. 28 from 12 to 12:40pm.

2) Hygiene and Sanitation - Learn how to develop and implement a worker hygiene program for both the pack house and field as well as a building and equipment sanitation program. Webinar - Sept. 25 from 12 to 12:50pm.

3) Preparing for an On-Farm Food Safety Audit - Interpret what to expect from an audit, the general requirements of a food safety program, and applying the tools needed for a successful audit. Webinar - Oct. 23 at 12 to 1pm.

4) Using Food Safety to Market Your Products - Make your food safety practices work for you in the marketplace. Understand how keeping your customers informed about the food safety efforts you have made can benefit your business. Webinar - Nov. 27 from 12 to 12:40pm.

5) Manure, Compost and Compost Teas - Identify what is required to create or maintain a good growing base for your agri-needs. This workshop will outline Good Agricultural Practices when using manure and compost teas, demonstrating proper implementation for better soil, growing for tomorrow. Webinar Dec. 11 from 12 to 12:45pm.

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7) 3-2-1 Assessment of Your Farm Operation for Food Safety - Asses your present farm practices for food safety and develop an action plan to ensure your operation is meeting the best practices.

This module is interactive and uses computer resources to assess your risks. Webinar - Feb. 28 from 12 to 12:45pm.

Register today! Register online at: http://www.omafra.gov. on.ca/english/food/foodsafety/producers/webinars.htm.

Registration closes the day before each workshop. A confirmation email will be sent following registration with the workshop teleconference/webinar details.

REMINDER!! GROWING YOUR FARM PROFITS

by John C. Benham The next Growing Your Farm Profits two-day workshop is planned for Monday, Aug. 20 and Monday, Aug. 27 at Everdale Farms, 5812 6th Line Erin from 9:30am to 3pm Lunch and refreshments will be provided at no cost..

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to look at your farm business management and come up with a plan to make improvements with financial assistance from the Cost Share program.

For more information, call Liz at 519-638-3268 or sign up electronically at: www.ontariosoilcrop.org/workshops/.

ON FARM FOOD SAFETY: YOUR BUSINESS ADVANTAGE - WATER QUALITY Water quality varies depending on the water source. While a best practice is to always test your water, it is especially important to test your irrigation water if you are sourcing from a pond or other open water source. The most accurate way to take a sample is directly from the irrigation system. Allow the system to run

for a few minutes then collect the sample from the end of the drip line or emitter using a sterile container provided by a laboratory accredited to perform microbial water testing. Refrigerate the sample and have it tested within 24 hours. Make sure the lab knows that your sample is irrigation water and not drinking water because there are different standards/guidelines for each.

Food safety practices contribute to competitive, productive and sustainable agri-food business. For more information on this fact sheet visit the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs website: www.ontario.ca/goodagpractices, click “factsheets/infosheet”, or call us at 1-877-424-1300.

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

Aug. 22 - OCC Corn Research Update Day, Ridgetown Campus, Pioneer Room RDC Building Agenda, 8:45 Refreshments; 9:00 Welcome; 9:10 Dr. Luc Bourgeois, Bayer CropScience Seed Treatments and Bees; 9:50 Ian Nichols, Weather Innovations Incorporated Corn Yield Trends: How Much Credit Should the Weather Get?; 10:30 Break; 10:50 Dr. Liz Lee, University of Guelph, Sorting Out the Genetics Behind Plant Density Response; 11:30 Crosby Devitt, Grain Farmers of Ontario Corn Research: Where do we go from here?; 12:15 Barbeque Lunch at Picnic Shelter; 1:15 Ridgetown Campus Plot Tour, Dr. Peter Sikkema Weed Control, Dr. Dave Hooker Corn Agronomy; 3:30 Conclude. (Note: There is no charge for the day, but please register your intention to attend by emailing: davidtmorris@rogers.com).

Aug. 22 and 23- Hasting County Plowing Match and Farm Show, Donnandale Farms, 10620 Hwy. 62 N., Centre Hastings.

Check the website: http://www.hastingsfarmshow.com/.

County 4-H members enjoying new direction MIMOSA - Wellington County 4-H members have taken on a challenging new club under the direction of June Switzer.

4-H is an organization that offers a series of clubs for participants’ ages nine to 21.

Switzer has started a Lego mechanics club, where 24 members are learning how things work and how to change an everyday item to make it bigger, louder, faster etc.

Members are given a Lego kit that consists of bricks, beams, plates, gears, elastics, axels, pegs, wheels, bushings, connectors, belts, pulleys, a motor and a remote.

The tasks are then started.

Members are to work through the tasks like reclining beach chairs, machines that drum beats, windshield wipers and drawbridges to understand why and how engineers designed things to work the way they do.

Near the end of the meeting to expand their understanding of basic mechanics members are given a challenge to change a machine that they have made.

The Mimosa 4-H Lego mechanics club gives members a high understanding of how machines work.

They are excited for more interesting and challenging

activities throughout the duration of the meetings.

The 4-H members of Mimosa Lego engineering club had an early tractor pull in the basement of Mimosa Church.

The July 19 meeting was about how to assemble (with Lego kits) a pulling tractor.

The members were to first make a tractor that at least had to run.

With all the tractors going full throttle, Switzer told them how to make their vehicles have more pulling power by adding more gears.

The members had a very good learning experience with gears trying to make their trac-

tor the slowest.

A competition was held. All the tractors were able to pull the first weight.

As more weight was added competitors were eliminated until the competition ended in a tie. The group decided to try a tractor pull.

Winner for slowest truck was Logan Howlett and Darby Smyth. Winner for pull off was Brandon Bartlett and he won against everyone that tried him.

Also tied for the weight pull was Amanda Smitts and Brandon Bartlett. submitted by Julia Gagnon and Edwin Katerberg, Wellington County 4-H

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Seasonal worker program a great success

Go for Gold - Wellington 4-H members took part in the Local Go for the Gold competition recently, at the OMAFRA offices in Elora, in preparation for the club’s hosting of the regional games in Fergus last week. Four members from this group will compete in the regionals. The group includes, from left: Janine Holder, James Bailey, Krista Fraser, Jessica Holder-Coach, Veronica Wood and Valarie Wood. submitted photo

MISSISSAUGA - The world’s most successful program connecting seasonal workers with agricultural employers has kicked into high gear.

Administered by Foreign Agricultural Resource Management Services (FARMS), the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP) links approximately 15,000 requests for seasonal workers with jobs at Ontario farms this growing season.

Not only does the 46-yearold program provide a long list of benefits to the workers and the farmers, but also it creates two Canadian jobs in the agrifood industry for every worker

employed through SAWP at Ontario agricultural operations, says Ken Forth, president of FARMS. “Governments and agricultural organizations around the world are looking at this program as a model,” Forth says.

“For decades, this program has provided Ontario farmers a steady source of reliable labour as a supplement to local labour.

At the same time it gives the seasonal workers well-paying employment, benefits and educational opportunities not available at home.”

Seasonal workers employed at Ontario farm operations through SAWP sign contracts that guarantee them all the

protections and benefits that Canadian workers receive, receive an hourly wage rate set by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, and earn up to five times more than they could in their own countries, which enables them to support their families, educate their children and buy and operate businesses and farms in their own countries.

The program also allows farmers to hire staff that would otherwise be extremely challenging to find because of the ongoing shortage of suitable and available local Canadian workers.

For more information visit www.farmsontario.ca.

OFA Commentary: This summer’s drought raises stakes for Ontario farmers

by Mark Wales, OFA president GUELPH - Drought has monopolized news stories across the province this month, as it takes hold of many crops in parts of Canada and large growing regions of the United States.

Despite ideal growing conditions at the start of the 2012 season, many farmers have watched helplessly as previously healthy plants show signs of distress. Pastures, too – critical to grazing livestock – have all but dried up, putting livestock farmers in critical need of water and food for their animals.

The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) will be working with Ontario commodity associations and the provincial government to address immediate needs on the farm.

Farmers will need to set up and access water storage facilities to get water to livestock

or for irrigation. We need to find sources of feed and hay for livestock already on feed, because there are no pastures where they cangraze.

A spring frost killed much of Ontario’s alfalfa crop this year, and some reports say hay yield is down by 75 per cent over last year – a problem that will carry forward well into next year.

On a recent visit to Guelph, Premier Dalton McGuinty acknowledged the struggle and noted the province will be there with support if drought conditions continue.

Likewise, Agriculture Minister Ted McMeekin is touring the province. He hasnoted that farmers who expect crop losses need to file notices of a potential claim with Agricorp, the provincial Crown agency that provides financial relief to farmers.

While record low rainfall is devastating to many, there

are some fields in parts of the province that are doing okay despite the dry conditions.

Farmers with crops that produce adequate yields at harvest will stand to have the added benefit of high commodity prices on world markets, but those high grain prices in turnwill penalize livestock producers who need to buy grain for animal feed.

The OFA is committed to partnering with others to work on all possible relief measures during this time.

We may need financial or tax measures to facilitate herd liquidation where necessary.

However, sale prices for livestock are now under pressure due to US meat inventory and that country’s own herd reduction.

In addition to immediate relief needs we must also look at the long term. Severe weather is becoming the norm.

Research into ground water

inventory, water conservation and drought resistant crops remain high priorities as Ontario agriculture takes stock and moves on with lessons learned from drought 2012.

Staff at the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs have developed a comprehensive online list of information resources for farmers

who are concerned about the effect of the current dry weather on their operations.

Information is available on dry weather conditions as it relates to business considerations, impact to crops and animal welfare. Farmers may also wish to contact Ministry staff at 1-877-424-1300 or ag.info. omafra@ontario.ca

The issues involved by this severe weather situation are complex and far reaching. The impacts will be felt for years.

That is why it important to act quickly and decisively to mitigate drought impacts.

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Senior Lifestyles Poll indicates more than half of retired Canadians are carrying debt TORONTO - A new CIBC poll conducted by Harris/ Decima reveals nearly 60 percent of retired Canadians hold some form of debt.

Although retired Canadians hold less debt than those still working, they are also less likely to be taking steps to accelerate their debt repayment.

This suggests retired Canadians may carry debt for longer than they anticipated in retirement, incurring higher interest costs and affecting cash flow.

Key poll findings Fifty-nine per cent of retired Canadians currently hold some form of debt compared to 76 per cent of all non-retired Canadians However, only 27 per cent of retired Canadians said they have made an extra lump sum payment towards their debt in the past 12 months, lower than the national average of 42 per cent of all non-retired Canadians.

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Retired Canadians on average carry less debt than nonretired Canadians.

On average, retired Canadians carry 1.65 debt products with a balance (including mortgages, lines of credit, loans and credit cards) compared to 2.64 products with a balance among non-retired Canadians “While retired Canadians carry less debt than the national average, their debt could be stagnant and may end up costing them more in interest costs over a longer period of time,” said Christina Kramer, executive vice president of retail distribution and channel strategy with CIBC. “You really have to think about the debt you are retiring with because the regular repayments you make will directly affect the discretionary income you have.”

More difficult to pay down debt once retired Making the transition to

retirement may mean adapting to living on a fixed income.

In past CIBC research from the beginning of 2012, retired Canadians identified managing day-to-day expenses as their number one financial priority for this year.

Debt carried into retirement can affect retirement plans and cash flow, as the monthly payments must come from pension earnings or from retirement savings - both of which were intended to serve as retirement income.

“These poll results clearly illustrate the importance of

having a good debt repayment strategy in all phases of life, particularly as you approach retirement” added Kramer.

“While it’s a good sign to see that Canadians have made some progress on debt reduction entering retirement, it’s also clear that once you retire with debt, it can be harder to pay off your outstanding balances.”

Advice for retired Canadians to manage, eliminate debt To increase cash flow and eliminate debt, Kramer offered the following debt management tips:

- work with an advisor to structure your debt to minimize your overall interest costs by utilizing debt products that offer a lower interest rate and having a strategy to pay these balances down in a specific time frame; - while interest rates remain near historic lows, don’t ignore the long term benefits of making small adjustments to your payment today; - setting your debt payment even slightly higher than your required payment can reduce your overall interest costs and help you become debt free

Boomers drive a different type of housing boom (NC) - Baby boomers will continue to drive the housing market over the next 20 years, says a recent report from the Conference Board of Canada.

The demands of this group however, are quite different than those of buyers in other groups.

They are looking for smaller, less burdensome housing such as condos or bungalows.

“As the population ages, there will be a demand for a different type of home that will meet boomers’ needs,” said Ron Abraham, president of the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA).

“In addition to condos and bungalows, some developers are responding to this growing market of aging boomers by offering home designs that cater to multi-generational living, with dual master bedrooms or separate lofts, for example.”

Whether folks prefer living in a secure building or need a house with everything on

September 2012

Congregate Dining Programs: People of all Faiths welcome!

Drayton - Friday, September 7th, 12:00pm - Laughter Presentation - Laughter really is the best medicine, join us and find out why!

Harriston - Tuesday, September 11th, 12:00pm - Come out and get that grey matter working with Jeopardy: Version 2.

Palmerston - Wednesday, September 12th, 12:00pm - Ask the Pharmacist - Robin Brown.

Clifford - Friday, September 21st, 12:00pm - Knowledge is Power - Ovarian Cancer awareness presentation with Glynis Belec.

Arthur - Thursday, June 27th - 12:00pm - Knowledge is Power Ovarian Cancer awareness presentation with Glynis Belec.

Exercise Programs: Mondays & Fridays 9:30am Seniorsational Exercise, Drayton Reformed Church Mondays &Fridays 10:45am Low Impact Seniorsational, Drayton Reformed Church Tuesdays & Fridays 9:00am Seniorsational Exercise, Palmerston United Church Tuesdays & Fridays 10:15am Low Impact Exercise, Palmerston United Church Mondays & Thursdays 9:00am Seniorsational Exercise, Clifford United Church

NEW! Chair Yoga is coming to arthur!

Beginning Wednesday, September 12th at 11am at the Arthur Seniors’ Hall, we are pleased to be running an 8-week chair yoga session. Cost for all 8 sessions will be $40.00. Contact the Seniors’ Centre for Excellence for more information or to register.

Sleep Workshop - Clifford United Church Thursday, September 6th, 2:00pm-4:00pm We are pleased to be hosting another better sleep workshop with Kathy Somers from the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic at the University of Guelph If you have trouble sleeping, call and reister to this workshop today - you’ll thank yourself later!

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“There is a clear benefit to sitting down with an advisor and working through your debt management plan to help you achieve a sustainable and enjoyable retirement,” Kramer said.

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He recommends that all homeowners think about how their needs will change as they get older.

For baby boomers who don’t have a plan in place for their next home move, Abraham recommends they speak with a Realtor now to find out the value of their property and discuss possibilities for a future home.

“A realtor can help you learn what housing options are out there and plan for your next stage of home ownership,”Abraham said.

Abraham shared these tips for boomers considering a home change: - think about your lifestyle: Do you plan to travel or have potential health issues? If so, a single-level home or a condo might be the best fit; - downsizing is not a boomer’s only option. Buying a house now that can be converted into multiple units to rent later allows you flexibility as your circumstances change; and - speaking with a realtor about buying and selling options can sometimes reveal certain opportunities that might not otherwise have been considered.

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Senior Lifestyles Local CCAC provides connection to adult day programs in region WELLINGTON CTY. Day programs for seniors here recently became a whole lot easier to access.

The Community Care Access Centre (CCAC) is positioned in the health care system to improve coordination and care transitions for those requiring health and social services.

The CCAC aims to be the “hub” connecting various health related organizations to accomplish this goal.

Early in 2011, the Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) and the chief executive officers of CCACs, with ministry support, committed to expand the role of the CCACs to include a greater role connecting people to adult day programs, complex continuing care, rehabilitation and supportive housing.

Full implementation of this new placement role will take effect by March 2013.

But as of July, residents, family members and health

care providers in Waterloo Wellington can contact the Waterloo Wellington CCAC directly at 310-CCAC to access information.

This one-stop call allows the CCAC staff to do the work necessary to determine availability of program spots in Waterloo Wellington. The centre will then determine which adult day programs are appropriate for the person, make a referral to an adult day program and follow up with the caller with the necessary information.

CCAC officials say streamlining the placement process will result in: - greater coordination and care transitions for those requiring health and social services; - a single point of access for assessment, eligibility determination and waiting list management for adult day programs in Waterloo Wellington; - a simplified process intended to result in higher referral rates from hospital and

community partners; - improved flow of clients through the adult day program services in Waterloo Wellington; and - allowing CCAC staff to assess if other health and community services are required (officials say WWCCAC aims to ensure people have the right care, at the right time, in the right place).

Waterloo Wellington CCAC adult day programs are full- or half-day programs offered to seniors. The programs are offered in group settings outside of the home within the community. The program includes recreational activities, social activities and some professional therapy.

There are 23 adult day program agencies across Waterloo Wellington, including four in Guelph, two in Erin, one in Fergus and one in Mount Forest.

The Waterloo Wellington CCAC is one of 14 centres in the province.

Government to recognize seniors on Oct. 1 quality of life of Canada’s seniors.

On Nov. 18, 2010, Bill C-40, An Act to establish National Seniors Day, received royal assent. Through this legislation, Oct. 1 is now recognized annually as National Seniors Day. On this day, Canada also joins the global community to celebrate the International Day of Older Persons, as declared by the United Nations.

We are proud of Canada’s seniors. We value what they have done for our country, and they deserve our thanks.

National Seniors Day is an occasion to join together as a nation to honour Canadian seniors.

We encourage you to find

your own unique way to celebrate the seniors in your life: by simply expressing your thanks, leaving a note on your grandparent’s kitchen counter, displaying a poster in your workplace or sending a personalized e-postcard.

However you choose to express your gratitude, the message that we value older Canadians will be heard - and appreciated.

To all the seniors who have worked hard to build this country and continue to contribute to its success, thank you.

Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development and Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors)

100 years young - Friends and family of Louise Goldsmith, centre, joined her recently on the patio of Wellington Terrace in Aboyne to celebrate her 100th birthday. When asked how she felt about reaching the milestone, Goldsmith quipped, “I don’t feel any different than I did yesterday. But I’ve surprised myself.” Posing alongside Goldsmith are, front from left: Rebecca Hine, Louise Goldsmith and Claudia Hine.

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Elora Fergus Ringette earn incentive grant

Team work - LEFT: Elora Rocks Lawn team skip Ev Robson, left, with vice Judy Preston won second place in the Lorene Jones Financial Women’s Pairs Tournament, held recently at the Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club. RIGHT: Elora Rocks team skip Wanda Turner, left, and vice Helen Mills won their three games in the same tournament, edging out Team Robson by a few points. submitted photos

CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP. - The Elora Fergus Ringette Association recently received a $2,000 grant from the Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity (CAAWS).

The local association was one of 10 organizations to be selected from across the province to receive the On the Move Incentive Grant funding On the Move is a national initiative designed to increase opportunities for inactive girls and young women, from the ages of 9 to 18, to participate and lead in sport and physical

activity.

The Elora Fergus Ringette Association will use the funds to host a free introduction to ringette session, provide subsidized learning sessions for new participants, and will subsidize a portion of the registration fees for girls new to the sport.

The association will also offer a ringette day in Fergus at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex on Sept. 8 beginning at 4:30pm.

For more information regarding the Elora Fergus Ringette association or ringette day, contact efr@elorefergusringette.ca.

Elora club to host Novice district tournament Aug. 18 ELORA - The Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club is in full swing, with members and visiting clubs participating in a series of summer events.

On Aug. 18 the club, located on David Street, will host the Novice District Play Downs.

Men and women’s Triple teams of novice players (with five years or less of experience

in lawn bowling) will compete. The winner will proceed on to the Provincial Games in September.

Spectators are welcome.

Competition starts at 9am.

The club has hosted several tournaments this season, emerging as victors, not only in wins but in terms of broadening the lawn bowling com-

munity, with both local business support and community outreach, welcoming guests from Guelph, Kitchener, New Hamburg, Elmira, Arthur and Beeton.

Weekly social bowling continues on Monday and Wednesday evenings, with league play on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Teams are work-

ing toward high points as the season rounds out.

On July 29, the club hosted a Fun Day, complete with a crazy hat theme, picnic lunch and different bowling games.

For more information on the Aug. 18 event, contact Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club president, Norma Seibert at 519-843-7964.

Millar, Hensewood to compete in Rockwood events GUELPH-ERAMOSA Angelstone Tournaments 2012 will host four world class Show Jumping Tournaments at their farm here on Wellington Road 50.

The events will run from Aug. 22 to Sept. 30, with 1,000 horses per week and over 30,000 spectators during the four-week run.

Participants will include 10-time Olympian Ian Millar, Olympic silver medalists Jill Hensewood and Mac Cone, Canadian Show Jumping Champions Yann Candele, Beth Underhill and the host of the event, 2008 Canadian Show Jumping Champion Keean White.

The tournament is the larg-

Olympian home coming - Ian Millar will join other members of the Canadian Olympian Equestrian Team and national show jumping champions when Angelstone Farms, in Everton, hosts four weeks of equestrian competition. submitted photo est sporting event in the area, offering more than $550,000 in prize money during the four

weeks of competition.

Event highlights include: - Grand Prix competition

every Saturday evening at 5:30pm followed by a live concert (admission is free); - two $7,500 scholarships available to children in the community through the 2012 initiative “Commitment to Educate”; and - a chance to meet the athletes and horses following each Grand Prix event.

Angelstone Tournaments are family-friendly, inviting young equestrian enthusiasts to watch the best in the country and international circuit.

Angelstone Inc. is located at 8720 Wellington Road 50 near Everton.

For more information visit www.angelstone.co or email kelly@angelstone.co.

Rock trade Jamie Rooney to Buffalo Bandits

In the zone - The Centre Wellington Mohawks Minor Lacrosse Novice 1 team won the Zone 8 championship, defeating Owen Sound by a score of 7-2. Goals in the game were scored by: Jake Ristov (2), Jakson Kirk, Troy Hall, Tyler Healey, Ty Needham and Mark McIntosh. Assists were provided by Zach Hatch (2), Brody Shafer, Trent Collins, Needham, Carter Hyndman. Team officials said Zack Ranahan was outstanding in net. submitted photo

Toronto - Arthur’s Jamie Rooney has been traded from the Toronto Rock to the Buffalo Bandits.

The Rock announced on Aug. 3 that is was sending forward Rooney, along with defenceman Glen Bryan, to Buffalo in exchange for the 14th selection (4th pick in the second round) in the 2012 National Lacrosse League draft and Buffalo’s 2013 4th round selection.

Rooney, signed by the Rock as a free agent, scored 8 goals and added 6 assists, for 14 points in 10 games last season.

Team spirit - The Centre Wellington Cougars, part of the Centre Wellington Minor Baseball Association’s Mosquito leaque, played their final season game on Aug. 4 at home against Owen Sound.

Despite a 15-8 loss, the team gave their rivals a cheer, showing their hometown spirit. Front row, from left: Cameron DeForest, Collin MacKenzie, Jordan Ellis and coach Chris May. Back: Michael Bain, Nick Hill, Ryan Fry, Connor Tomlin and Luke May. photo by Kelly Waterhouse

Swing batter - Ponsonby Minor Softball and Fergus Elora Minor Softball got together recently for a family fun exhibition day and barbecue at the ball diamonds in Ponsonby. The event included a double header exhibition game, with the Fergus Elora Senior team against the Ponsonby Bantam Girls team, as well as contests and prizes. submitted photo

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Sat. Aug. 18, 2012 at the Howick Community Centre from 9am to 12pm and Mon. Aug. 20, 2012 at the Wallace Community Centre from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.

If you have any questions please contact Coreen at (519) 335-4499

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Ontarians reminded to protect against West Nile Virus FROM PAGE TWO *** Fish fry dinner by Howels Fish. Rockmosa Community Center in Rockwood. Sittings 5/7pm. Tickets $14 / adult and $7 child under 12. Admission by tickets only, no take out. Presented by the KofC and CWL. For tickets call Fred 519-824-0454, Maria 519-8569196, or Lawrence 519-605-0498. *** Arthur Legion, Karaoke 8:30pm. *** Badenoch Community Centre BBQ/Corn Roast/Quilt draw. Live entertainment. 5-7pm. For tickets call 519-763-1067. *** Palmerston fair Farmers’ Breakfast 8 - 10 am. Tailgate garage sale, children’s activities, reptile show and birds of prey show, 4-H dairy show, texting competition, helicopter rides, auction at 3pm, corn roast at 5:30, and youth dance at 7:30. Contact: Angela 519-343-3427.

Sun. Aug. 26

St. Paul’s Anglican Church Roast Beef Dinner, 4:30-6:30pm.

Palmerston Community Centre. Adults $13. Children 10 & under $6. Tickets: 519-343-3318. *** Sunday Night Showcase Concert - with Doug Deboer & Hard Ryde (Bluegrass), 7pm; free, Gore Park bandstand, Elmira. *** Palmerston fair community church service at 10 am. 4-H open beef show at noon, Amazing Race at 1pm, roast beef supper at 4:30. Contact: Grace 519-343-5181.

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. 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. *** Maryborough (Moorefield) Horticultural Society Fall Flower Show. 7:30pm Moorefield Community Centre. Speaker: Barrie Hopkins. Topic: Good Bugs-Bad Bugs. Everyone welcome. *** Congregate Monthly Dining Programs-People of all faith denominations welcome. Donations appreciated. 12pm-2pm. Harriston Legion – Vacation Memories - bring a memento or photograph of a memorable vacation.

Thurs. Aug. 30

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

Arthur Community Centre. All Welcome. ***

Congregate Monthly Dining Programs -People of all faith denominations welcome! Donation appreciated. 12-2pm. Arthur United Church – Book Worm Club. *** Guelph Enabling Garden, Riverside Park at 689 Woolwich Street North, Guelph workshop “DIY Health and Beauty” 7- 8pm. Learn how the garden provides us with nutritious vitamins and nutrients that can be used in home-made” do-it-yourself” natural health and beauty products. For more information on the Enabling Garden please call Lea Tran, Horticultural Therapist at 519-993-5323.

Sun. Sept. 2

Sunday Night Showcase Concert – band to be announced. 7pm; free, Gore Park bandstand, Elmira. *** Eramosa Pastoral Charge/ Junior Youth Group Guatemala Mission Trip Fundraiser. Beef BBQ & Corduroy Road. 4-7pm. Guelph. $ 25 per person. Tickets 519-767-3168. *** Barrie Hill and Speedside Church Youth Group Guatemala Mission Trip Fundraiser 4–7pm. 7666 Mill Rd. Guelph. For tickets call 519-767-3168.

Thurs. Sept. 6

Arthur Fall Fair Roast Beef Dinner 5-7:30pm. Arthur Community Centre. All Welcome.

Fri. Sept. 7

Arthur Fall Fair Parade 7pm, Downtown Arthur. Arthur Fall Fair, building open 7-10pm. Community Centre. Sept 8 –buildings open 10-6pm. Sept. 9 Buildings open noon-4:30. Admission by donation. *** Community Howell Fish Dinner, Melville United Church. Corner of St. Andrew and Tower St. Fergus. $14/adults, kids/$7, free hot dog meal/under 6. 4:30pm take outs. 5-7pm continuous serve.

Pre-order tickets 519-787-0570, 519-843-3274. Limited tickets at door. Elevator. *** Until the 8th - Guelph Food Bank September Fundraising Garage Sale, BBQ and Silent Auction. 100 Crimea Street, Guelph. Rain or Shine! Funds raised assist with yearly heat and hydro costs.

TORONTO - Ontarians need to continue taking proper precautions to reduce their risk of contracting West Nile Virus as the number of mosquitoes with the virus is on the rise across the province, especially in southern Ontario.

Eighty-nine positive mosquito pools have been found in the province to date, which is the highest for the same time period since 2002.

Mosquito pools are catch basins set and monitored by local public health units across the province as part of a West Nile virus surveillance program. The mosquitoes are collected and tested weekly.

The province is also seeing probable and confirmed human cases of West Nile virus, which typically start to occur in August and September.

Dr. Doug Sider, Ontario’s Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health, is reminding Ontarians to continue protecting themselves from mosquito bites by: - wearing light-coloured clothing, long-sleeved shirts, long pants, socks and shoes when outdoors;

- using insect repellent containing DEET, and following the directions carefully; - avoiding the outdoors at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active; and - repairing or replacing screens on windows and doors to avoid mosquitoes entering the home.

It is also important for Ontarians to reduce prime breeding grounds for mosquitoes by draining standing water from around their home on a regular basis.

Most people who contract West Nile virus will not exhibit any symptoms or may experience mild illness including fever, headache, body ache, nausea, vomiting and rash on the chest, stomach or back.

More serious symptoms can include muscle weakness, stiff neck, confusion, tremors, numbness and sudden sensitivity to light.

Symptoms usually develop between two to 15 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. In 2011, a total of 78 confirmed and probable human cases of West Nile virus were reported.

Sat. Sept. 8

Trunk Sale, 8am -12 noon at Three Willows United Church, 577 Willow Road Guelph. Contact Pauline 519-823-9948. *** 6th Annual Stratford Garlic Festival. Old Stratford Fairgrounds Sat. 9-4 and Sun. 10-4. $5 admission per day. *** Canadian Fiddle Champ - Scott Woods 7pm. Melville United Church, Fergus. Adults-$20, Under 12 - $10. For Tickets please call: 519-787-7658 or 519-928-5608. Concert proceeds support St. John’s United Church Building Fund, Belwood. *** Fergus Legions Ladies Auxiliary, in celebration of their 70th Anniversary, present a Victorian Tea Party and Fashion Show, 2pm. Tickets available at the Fergus Legion. For info. call Linda at 519-843-1432.

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Horoscopes - For the third week of August ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, balance and harmony will reign supreme this week. If there is something you have been meaning to change, now is the time to get it done.

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TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Intentions can be lost when communication is not effective, Taurus. So don’t expect someone to understand simply by your actions alone. Explain yourself along the way.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, sometimes you give off the impression that everything is going well, even when it is not. Hiding your emotions works sometimes, but this week find another strategy.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, most of the time you seem slow and steady. But every once in a while you show some passion that others may not expect from you.

These sudden bursts are human.

whatever the season. whatever the sport.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you can’t change the path the stars have set in your place even if you want to. It’s best to simply accept the cards and make the most of them.

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VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, speak up if you are not satisfied with your relationship. Now is the time to set things straight and make your voice heard. The other person will be receptive.

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or send to news@wellingtonadvertiser.com

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you are ready to change careers or travel for a change of pace. This could be the ideal time to make your move because there isn’t anything

pressing going on.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, your surroundings may try your patience this week. Rise above any potential confrontations, and you will come out looking and feeling better because of it.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 You may be misunderstood all day, but that won’t put a damper on your good mood, Sagittarius. Let others think what they want to think and simply carry on.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, a new person in your life will become a close friend for a long time. This person will have the qualities you need the most right now, and friendship will be easy.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 You’re feeling like it’s time to take matters into your own hands, Aquarius. Don’t put off your happiness any longer. It’s too important to push aside.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 This is the perfect time to address the questions that have been on your mind, Pisces. If you’ve been fretting over something, work it out.

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COUNTY RECOGNIZES LONG SERVICE EMPLOYEES FOR 2012 Congratulations on this milestone!

15 YEARS Rubina Mian Diana George Nancy Gates Fiona Boddy Christine Dickens Karen Knowles Kathryn Nussey Dawn David Bibi Mohamed-Freidrich Kristen Sharer Karol Stortz Colleen Brunelle Sean Farrelly

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Top 5 curbside blue box recycling offenders The top 5 reasons your blue box materials may not be collected: 1. Blue boxes were put out late – must be out by 7:00 am.

2. Materials are not in a “municipal style” blue box – pick one up free at any waste facility.

3. The blue box is badly “contaminated” with unacceptable materials – check out our website for a list of acceptable items www.wellington.ca.

4. The materials are not sorted – put papers in one blue box and containers in a second blue box.

5. Cardboard is too big – large boxes need to be cut down and bundled no larger than 2’x2’x1’ and placed beside the blue box.

Interesting fact: • Over 1.2 million blue boxes were collected in 2011 • Over 3,800 metric tonnes of recyclables were collected at curbside in 2011

10 YEARS Marie Mercier Wolf Wietzke Brad Hutchinson Kevin Priestley Kathryn Martin Julie Black Cathy Stewart-Leahey Margaret Wrobel Janice MacDonald Denise Boyd-Dunlop Kelly-Ann Wingate Cathy Butcher Tracy Dunsmore Heather Cameron Kerry Nagy Bridgette Francis Gerty Austin Florence Nijenhuis Susan Wade Paul Bolton

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Strategies for Living on a Budget Workshop This is a FREE interactive workshop that will identify strategies for living on a budget including prioritizing and identifying various ways to save money. The workshop identifies ways to buy and cook healthy foods while spending less. Participants will learn the importance of a budget, how to set financial goals and how to shop wisely.

To register, please call 519.823.7887 or 1.800.265.7294.

The workshop is located at the County of Wellington Employment Resource Centre, 138 Wyndham Street North (the Old Post Office location) in Guelph.

PROTECT YOURSELF FROM WEST NILE VIRUS West Nile virus is transmitted to humans by mosquitoes. The severity of the disease varies, so it’s important to take the appropriate steps to protect yourself and your family.

Back to School Ready!

SIMPLE WAYS TO PROTECT YOURSELF

Looking for a way to help your child with those back to school jitters?

• Use insect repellent containing DEET when outside.

• Cover up exposed skin with clothing.

• Be sure to clean up mosquito prone areas around your home on a regular basis.

Your local library has a wealth of “first day of school” books to help with the transition from summer to school.

TOP 10 LIST: MOSQUITO PRONE AREAS

Try reading some of these picture books that deal with topics such as riding the school bus and making new friends. They are a great way to get your child ready for their first day!

1. Bird baths with stagnant water 2. Swimming pool solar covers 3. Children’s wading pools 4. Unused toys 5. Old tires 6. Unused containers 7. Flower pot saucers 8. Clogged gutters and eaves troughs 9. Clogged drainage ditches 10. Small containers like cans or bottle tops

• Amelia Bedelia’s first day of school by Herman Parish • Back to school, Splat! By Lara Bergen • Emily’s first 100 days of school by Rosemary Wells • I’m your bus by Marilyn Singer • Kindergarten Rocks! By Katie Davis • Sam starts school by Barbara Cork • Pete the cat: Rocking in my school shoes by Eric Litwin Don’t forget to visit our new website at: www.wellington.ca/Library. Check out the online calendar for details on our September programmes.

There’s something for everyone: story times, after school clubs, book clubs for teens and adults, teen advisory groups and more!

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

For more information, visit the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health website at: www.wdgpublichealth.ca DEAD BIRD REPORTING HOTLINE 519.824.4120 x 54662

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