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PAGE TWO Inside Wellington - Second Section of the Wellington Advertiser, Friday, September 9, 2011

Public Service Announcements 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. Check out our website at www.centrewellington.ca or call 519-787-1814. *** Free fall fitness extravaganza at the Victoria Park Seniors Centre: This fall, we are offering some free fitness classes to allow you to try out a class before registering for the course.

They are free – pre-register for all classes as space is limited.

Sept. 6 - 10am - Pilates for Osteoporosis & Osteoarthritis; 11am Zumba Party (refreshments to follow). Sept. 7 - 9am -All Around Fitness; 9:50am Men’s Fitness; 10:40am Beginner Strength Training. Sept. 8-10am -Strength Training. Sept. 13-11:45am Break Though - Osteoporosis Prevention & Management. Sept.

14-5pm Chair Yoga; 6:15pm General Hatha Yoga. Call 519-7871814 For more information. *** Volunteers are the lifeblood of the Alzheimer Society of Dufferin County. Whether you have a bit of time or you want to get involved on a regular basis, there are a number of ways you can help. For more information, contact Elaine Graham, Volunteer Coordinator at 519-941-1221. Volunteering can have a positive impact on your life, too.

Fri. Sept. 9

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Sept. 9-11 - Arthur Fall Fair, Arthur Community Centre.

Admission by donation. Parade at 7pm, Variety Night 8pm. *** Howell Fish Dinner. Melville United Church, 300 St. Andrew St. W. Take outs at 4:30pm. Dinner from 5-7. Large fillet of fish, potato, vegetable, salad, bun, desserts, drinks. Adults $14, children 6 -13 $7 (half serving of fish), 0 - 5 free hot dog meal.

Elevator. Limited tickets at door, Pre-order at church office 519843-1781. *** Fish Fry Dinner by Howell and Super 50/50 Draw. Harriston Legion Branch 296, 5-7pm. Tickets $13. Children 12 and under $6. Children 5 and under Free. Take out available. For more information call 519-338-2843. *** Victoria Park Seniors Centre Open House 10am. Get a taste of the life of a senior . Bring a friend and discover new activities and opportunities to make the most of your retirement years. Enjoy refreshments and tours of the facility and learn about the many opportunities and programs available to you. A great opportunity to find out what the Centre is all about. No charge . We are located at 150 Albert Street West Fergus. *** “Youth for Somalia” all-ages dance at Moorefield United Church 7-10 pm. A live band: Jeremy Brendan Day & the Resistance will provide the music. Refreshments available for sale. Admission is $10 per person; $25 per family of three people or more; and children under 8 are admitted free as long as they are accompanied by an adult. *** Please come out and enjoy a cup of coffee and a delicious treat with your friends and donate to help the Alzheimer’s Society to continue offering support to those living with dementia and their family members. 10am after the exercise program- Palmerston United Church.

Sat. Sept. 10

Vendors needed for Trunk Sale at Three Willows United Church, Guelph. Call Pauline at 519-823-9948 for more information. *** Aberfoyle Fair Dance. Puslinch Country Squire’s (old time country music). 8pm – midnight. $10 advance, $12 door. 519763-9782. *** Sept 10-11 - Official grand opening weekend for Guelph Legion new facility. Special candle light ceremony Sept. 10 at 7pm, open house and fun day on Sept. 11, commencing at 11am. *** Old Time Dance 8pm–12am. $10/person, light lunch provided.

Band - Country Troubadors St. John Parish Centre, 160 Georgina St., Arthur. *** Food Raiser 2011. Free movie in the park “Cars 2”. A non-perishable for donation appreciated for the Palmerston Food Bank.

Lions Park in Palmerston. Rain date Sunday September 11, dusk.

There is also pre-show entertainment including music and interactive contests with prizing. The movie starts at dusk but come early to guarantee great seats. We will also be collecting change to donate to the Goderich Relief Fund.

Sun. Sept. 11

Autumn Fine Art Show and Sale. Brought to you by the West End Art Group (GWSA). 10:30am - 3 pm. At Riverside Park, Small Pavilion beside the Enabling Garden. Original Work by local artists; water colour, oil, pastel, acrylic. Rain or shine. Come take a peak. *** Jazz Vespers at Norfolk Street United Church, 7pm. With Rev. Arty Miller and Jazz Trio: John Zadro on piano, Andy Klaehn on saxophone and woodwinds and Gary Tomlin on percussion. For more info. call 519-822-6165. *** You are invited to the celebration and dedication of the newly constructed extension of Rockwood Presbyterian Church. 255 Main Street South, Rockwood, 2pm. Refreshments to follow.

Come celebrate with us this step of faith. All are welcome. Hope

to see you there.

*** Dessert and Classical Guitar Soiree with William Devonshire.

Fundraiser for Erin Food Bank and Orton Community Association.

7pm, Orton Church. $10. Organized by the Bahai’s of Erin. 519855-6385. *** Hike the Trail, 10am start Elora Cataract Trailway. New – Hike will begin at the Belwood Conservation Area – Main Entrance.

No entry fee required. For more information, call 519-843-2800. *** Annual General Meeting of Elora Community Theatre, 2pm. at the Heritage River Retirement Residence, 25 Wellington Drive in Elora, (lower level).

Mon. Sept. 12

Centre Wellington Singers first Fall practice. New members welcome. Social and registration 6:30. Sing at 7:15 sharp. Heritage River Retirement basement dining room in Elora. More info. contact Julia 519-843-5419. *** Seniors Wellness Expo, 10am-4pm. Exhibits promoting health, financial and social activities. Admission is free. Everyone welcome. Donations to foodbank appreciated. Rockmosa Community Centre, Rockwood. *** Peer Learning starts - The Islamic World on Mondays, Canada’s Health Care System on Tuesdays, and Current Events on Thursdays, at Evergreen Seniors Community Centre, 683 Woolwich St. Guelph. Barb 519-823-2351. *** Harriston & District Horticultural Society meeting. Community Auditorium 7:30pm. Speakers: Kees and Sabina Kenama.

Everyone welcome.

Tues. Sept. 13

The Royal City Quilters’ Guild (RCQG) first monthly meeting for the season on at 7pm at the Three Willows United Church on 577 Willow Rd. in Guelph. The program for this evening will be a presentation by Sandy Proud Smallfoot on A Collection of Quilts.

Guests are welcome to join the meeting for $5. For info. call Judy 519-822-2658. *** Guelph Township Youth Horticultural group meet at Marden Library, Community Bldg ,7368 Wellington Rd. 30, 7pm. Bring clean, clear 2 litre pop or water bottle with label removed for an interesting craft. New members always welcome. Leader 519836-9535. *** Waterloo Wellington Community Care Access Centre Long-term Care Home Information Session - find out how to access longterm care homes in our Region. 5-6:30pm. Evergreen Seniors Centre, 683 Woolwich St. Guelph. Attendance is Free. Please contact Patti Hirsch at 1-888-883-3313 ext. 5190.

Wed. Sept. 14

Euchre at Harriston Legion #296. 8pm. Light Lunch provided. $5 per person. Bring a partner. For more information call 519338-2843. *** Rockwood & District Lioness Euchre & Bridge Night Rockmosa Community Centre Rockwood. 7pm. $5 a person. Lunch and prizes to follow. First Early Bird Draw for $50. *** Harvest Tea for famine relief in the Horn of Africa at the Butterfly Garden of St. James Anglican Church, Fergus. 2:30 - 5:30pm Tickets $7.50. Children Under 5 years - Free. Sponsored by St. James, Fergus and St. John, Elora. Tickets available by calling 519-843-2141 or 519-843-1846. *** Reverend Ian Duffy and The Parishioners of St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church cordially invites you to an “OPEN HOUSE” of our new church 6:30-9pm at 760 St. David St. N., Fergus.

Thurs. Sept. 15

Arthur Agricultural Society, upstairs hall, 7:30pm. Arthur Community Centre. All welcome. *** Sept. 15 to 18. Eden Mills Writers Festival. Sunday, noon - 6pm.

Relax in the meadows of Eden Mills, while authors read from their most recent novels. Bring a blanket or folding chair. Tickets available at the gate. *** Registration Day for Ladies’ Bible Studies at Central Pentecostal Church, 7674 Colborne St., between Elora and Fergus 9:30 11:30am. Seven courses are being offered in the fall semester. All ladies are welcome. For further information call the church office 519-846-0272. *** The Alzheimer Society is celebrating the 16th annual National Coffee Break® Day at the Old Quebec St. Mall 10am-2pm. We will be serving coffee and treats. All are welcome. All proceeds will go towards local programs and services. Call 519-836-7672 for more information. *** Arthur and District Horticultural Society Fall Show Senior’s Hall 8pm. Speaker Robert Pavlis, “Designing your fall garden.” Jr. Club meets at 6pm. All welcome. 519-848-3386.

Fri. Sept. 16

Harriston-Minto 152nd Fall Fair. Party till the cows come home.

Sept. 16-18, Harriston-Minto Fairgrounds, 519-510-3625. www. harristonmintofair.ca. *** Continued on page 15

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, September 9, 2011 PAGE THREE

The Fergus Fall Fair: Fair Entertainment for 175 years

by David Meyer

FERGUS - The Year of Our Lord 1836 saw a number of historic occurrences.

Davy Crockett arrived in Texas in January of that year, just in time for the battle and fall of the Alamo two months later.

The HMS Beagle was making its way around Australia and New Zealand on Charles Darwin’s historic voyage that would eventually change the way people think of themselves. Meanwhile, Samual Colt patented the first revolving barrel and multi-shot firearm, and the U.S. patent office, which had already issued 9,957 patents, finally decided to issue them numbers, starting with number one. Later in the year, its Washington office would burn to the ground.

In Canada, the first Canadian railroad started, between Laprairie and St. John, Quebec.

And at the start of the year in Fergus, a bunch of farmers held a cattle auction that turned into an annual event that is now the Fergus Fall Fair, which is holding its 175th anniversary this year.

Such events were not to be missed by hard working pioneers looking for a break from the routine of farm chores and eking out a living. There were no cars, only rutted roads and trails, but there might have been a few sleighs pulled by horses coming into town if the weather was cold and snowy enough. Farmers back then found their entertainment by shrewdly evaluating the livestock on offer, socializing with neighbours, perhaps having a nip from a jug, enjoying a pot luck supper and speculating about the coming weather.

One hundred and seventyfive years later, it is easier and quicker to reach the fair,

but the agricultural component, along with the entertainment factor, are still features of the Fergus Fall Fair.

One can only speculate about that first of many events.

“Early records were burnt,” said Fergus Agricultural Society president Ted Kent in an interview on his farm southeast of the community.

He said in those days, with Fergus barely settled, it was families of old Nichol and Pilkington Townships that were operating what came to be known as the Fergus Fall Fair. In between that time and today, Kent said the event was also known as the Centre Wellington Fair and the Wellington County Fair.

The Fergus event does not claim to be the oldest in Ontario, as some other places that started years after 1936 do. Kent said there are fairs over 200 years old. Fall fairs and agricultural societies go back to the 17th century, and all the way across the sea to Great Britain, where they were first created as a means to bring modern agricultural practices to everyday farming.

For this year’s celebratory event, the board of directors of the Fergus Fall Fair has chosen the theme Sowing Family Traditions. For Kent, who has been involved in the fair for many years and calls himself a “recycled president” (he also held that post for 1980-81), that theme is a natural.

He has been involved since the early 1970s, when he was asked to help with the Fall Fair princess competition, which mainly consisted of competitors milking cows and giving a speech.

Kent was born on the last day of 1947 and is still on the home farm his father bought. He graduated from the

Learning about agriculture - Part of the Fergus Fall Fair’s mandate is to attract and explain agriculture to young people.

At last year’s fair, kids had an opportunity to learn how to milk a cow - but some were more eager to learn than others.

University of Guelph in 1971.

He said of running a fair today, like in other areas of life, “What doesn’t pay can’t keep on.” But he brings a practicali-

ple need a reason to attend, and he believes the fair board has a good one this year.

“We spent our money on entertainment,” Kent said. “My

“My theory is modern day people have to be entertained.”

- Ted Kent, president of the Fergus Agricultural Society, who is hoping a host of new attractions will convince people to come to the 175th Fall Fair. ty to that statement. It is the job of the agricultural society to educate people about farming, its heritage and practices, and, he said of the fair, “We still try to keep a rural focus on it.”

But, he knows in order to attract an audience, urban peo-

Greetings from the Township of Centre Wellington!

We extend a warm welcome to you and congratulations to the organizers and many volunteers of this year’s Annual Fergus Fall Fair as it celebrates the Fair’s 175th Anniversary.

To mark 175 years, the Fergus Fall Fair’s theme “Sowing Family Traditions”, is sure to be a memorable community event with a host of displays and activities for everyone of all ages to enjoy so come and experience our community’s rich heritage and rural roots!

theory is modern day people have to be entertained.”

Any parent who has tried to pry a child from a video game would agree, and so the fair board is working to provide all kinds of things to see and do at this year’s event.

“There’s some special stuff coming,” Kent said, noting the 175th anniversary cookbook is already out. It consists of recipes from past competitions that were winners.

“They asked everybody for their favourite recipes and the committee put it together,” he said. It will sell for $15 and be available at the annual barbecue where the fair ambassador is chosen. That barbecue at the sportsplex is on Sept. 11, a week prior to the fair.

Kent remembers one recipe in particular because it was his. He entered a cake baking contest but, “I sent them a story along with it.”

He made a tomato soup cake with brown sugar icing, he remembered. Just before it left the house for the fair, his son stepped in it.

Fortunately, he said, it was “a dense cake, a small boy and a small dent. I won first prize.”

Kent added he is unsure today if he won by default (no other entries), but he does remember some of his other efforts were winners without footprints.

It is the type of story that entertains, and Kent is looking for a lot of entertainment for this year’s fair.

“I sat and convinced a lot of people to give more money so we are going to upgrade the entertainment,” he said.

One is a new Lumberjack Company show on the Saturday. It will run at 11am, 1:15 and 3:30pm.

That show is designed to

showcase the skill and showmanship of four to five lumberjacks. Among the contests they use to entertain include pole climbing, speed chopping, axe throwing, chain saw racing, chain saw carving, wood splitting, fire building and speed sawing.

There will also be horses, which are always popular.

Besides the hunter jumper classes, gymkhana, mounted games and western competitions, there will also be a performance specifically for spectators, with a ringleader handling four horses in the entertainment ring.

Kent said of that performer, “She stands in the ring giving four horses instructions to follow. There is also a horse that will perform tricks and another group of horses that performs to music.”

Another major attraction this year is a horse of another type - motorcycles. The OPP Golden Helmets will be on hand with their precision riding of Harley-Davidsons. The team is known all over Ontario for its shows.

Entertainment will continue this year with an expanded entertainment tent.

Kent noted the Northern Lights Steel band, with its 25 drummers, is likely to attract a big audience for its first appearance at the fair.

“We’ve gone with a lot of different entertainment this year,” he said.

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Fergus Fall Fair Celebrating 175 Years!

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by Chantal Dirksen I welcome everyone to the 175th anniversary of the Fergus Fall Fair.

It has been my great honour and delight over the past year to represent the Fergus Agricultural Society.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as the 2010-11 Fair Ambassador. This year has been exciting and enjoyable in many ways and I would like to take the time to say thank you to everyone who helped make it possible.

The beginning of my journey as ambassador was the fair weekend with the theme, Fall Harvest. The weekend turned out to show record high attendance thanks to new events such as the lawn tractor pull and the antique and classic car show. Both events were a big hit and will once again be present this year.

My duties as Ambassador included handing out ribbons at the 4-H cattle and horse shows. I even had the chance to sheer my first sheep and take a ride on the winning heavy horse carriage.

Becoming the Fergus Fall Fair Ambassador is something I encourage all youth to participate in. It’s a very exciting role, one of which leads you to grow in a number of skills and friendships. If you’re

looking for any information about the program, please feel free to contact me. I would be happy to help.

There are a number of people who need to be thanked for making this year a success, including the community of Centre Wellington for their continued support of the fair and the ambassador program over the years.

I would also like to thank the Fergus Agricultural Society and ambassador committee for providing me with guidance when needed and for giving me this wonderful opportunity to represent the Fergus Agricultural Society. Special thanks to Sheree, Denise, Jeanine, Rebecca and Andrew for helping me stay on track and helping whenever I needed it. I really appreciated it.

This September marks our fair’s 175th anniversary with the theme of Sowing Family Traditions.

This year’s fair promises to be a special event and I encourage everyone to attend.

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Fergus Fall Fair Celebrating 175 Years!

Fergus Fall Fair set to provide plenty of entertainment for 175th from page THREE That includes The Black Family, which is “one of the most popular groups we’ve had.”

The Funky Mamas, from the Guelph area and gaining a national reputation, will also be on hand for several shows.

And Deb Meisner Jones will entertain and amuse as she sings, whistles and plays bells.

“Part of it is an interactive program,” Kent added.

On Sunday, the fair has added a Gospel Hour. There will also be a juggler.

“We’ve never had a juggler

before,” said Kent.

And those are only some of the things to see, do and listen to over the three days. All the fair’s regular competitions for cattle, sheep, chickens and displays of the bounty of the land, as well as sewing, baking and a huge midway all have

the capacity to keep people busy all weekend. Don’t forget the truck and tractor pulls.

Returning this year is the popular lawn tractor pull. Kent hopes those events will attract young people as well as adults.

He said over the past few years, the heritage display has

been increasing, “leading up to the 175th.” Instead of using the house on the sportsplex grounds, organizers will do up the parlour to create a Sowing Family Traditions motif.

“It’s a pretty nice display,” he said. “We borrowed some set props from Elora

Community Theatre.”

For a grand finalé, the pigeon display will turn into a spectacular fly-off. They are homing pigeons, and will be released from the picnic shelter on the Sunday afternoon.

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Fergus Fall Fair Celebrating 175 Years!

OPP’s Golden Helmets is big attraction at 175th Fergus Fall Fair

FERGUS - The OPP Golden Helmets Motorcycle Precision Team will be performing at the 175th annual Fergus Fall Fair this year.

The Golden Helmets Precision Motorcycle Team was formed in 1963 and every year it tours Ontario giving exhibitions of riding skills at fairs, festivals and parades.

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Each team member must have successfully completed a three week motorcycle course and at least one season on motorcycle patrol just to be eligible for the Golden Helmets.

They must also be in good physical condition and possess a police fitness pin.

The motorcycles are Harley Davidson Police Specials.

They have 1690 cubic centimetre engines and each weighs 800 pounds.

They are the same motorcycles used on normal police patrols.

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the riders will take their bikes through a series of complex patterns that are intended to demonstrate the maneuverability of the machines and also the riders’ skills.

Although a nucleus of the team stays on from year to year, there are always changes and each spring new members have to be trained.

The team does an average of 30 performances per season, from June through September.

The Golden Helmets will perform on Sept. 17 at 10am.

The show will be held in the parking lot in front of the Centre Wellington sportsplex The fair will run all weekend, Sept. 16 through 18.

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Ready to party ‘til the cows come home at Harriston-Minto Fall Fair HARRISTON - Residents here are ready to party ‘till the cows come home, as suggested in the theme of this year’s Harriston-Minto Fall Fair, which runs from Sept.

16 to 18.

There’s a full slate of activity planned for the weekend starting off Friday night at 6pm, as the main arena and curling club open up and the midway gets in full gear.

At 7pm the 4-H Showmanship gets underway in conjunction with a silent auction.

Starting off are the local 4-H dairy show and the Wellington County 4-H inter-club dairy show.

That is followed up at 8pm with the Junior Calf Show in memory of Jim Burgess and the start of the talent show in the auditorium.

Saturday morning begins at 9am with a light horse show, followed later on by the startup of the midway and the opening of agricultural awareness displays in the barn.

At noon, a parade travels through town to the arena grounds. By 1pm, the horseshoe tournament should be underway as well the mutt show at the ball diamond.

The baby show begins at 1:30pm in conjunction with the Girl Guide Tea Room and Bake Table.

The horse pulls begin at 2pm, as do the Junior Farmers Olympics Field Crop Awards begin at 3pm and the pork auction at 3:15pm.

And at 8:30pm Elvis will be in the building; at least in spirit with performer Peter Irwin.

Sunday starts off with a hearty breakfast from 8am to 10:30am just as the antique vehicle and motorcycle shows get underway.

At the same time, the agricultural awareness displays

open up once more.

The silent auction ends at noon, just as the midway starts up.

The all-breed beef show begins at 12:30pm as well as the 4-H inter-club beef show and pedal tractor pull.

A spectator favourite, the Big Bale Rollout, begins at 2pm, while the demolition derby begins at 2:15.

The afternoon ends with s pork and beef barbecue from 4:30 to 7pm.

In his message to fairgoers, agriculture society president Laverne Stinson welcomed everyone to the 152nd Fall Fair.

“Our theme this year is ‘Party ‘Til the Cows Come Home,’ so we hope everyone will come up with some good ideas to celebrate our theme,” he said. He also thanked the directors for all their great work in preparation for the fair, and also all the helpers for doing a great job making this fair one of the best.

He anticipates the junior directors putting on another great ag-awareness show to educate young people about agriculture.

“We have a great line-up of events planned for everyone to enjoy, including Elvis on Saturday night, demo-derby on Sunday and the same midway returning for the weekend.”

Mayor George Bridge said, “I would like to extend best wishes for a successful fair this year. Having been personally involved in agricultural societies, I know about the hard work and many volunteer hours that go into creating an event such as this. Fairs are an integral part of our community fabric and your dedication keeps this tradition alive.”

He added, “In my youth, going to the fair was one of the highlights of the year. This still holds true today. This truly is

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Harriston-Minto 2010 Fall Fair Ambassador Jessica Oelschlagel considered it a pleasure to welcome everyone to this year’s fair.

“I have had many memorable experiences and it has been my honor to represent my community as the Harriston-Minto 2010 Fall Fair Ambassador.

“Last year’s fair was filled with amazing events. I had the opportunity to be present at many exciting events like the cattle show, horse show, talent show, pet show, baby show

and the midway, just to name a few.”

She added, “I can not believe all the different events that our community organized and implemented within one weekend; it was incredible.”

Oelschlagel thanked the Harriston-Minto Agricultural Society, the Fall Fair Board, the Ambassador Committee, all the amazing community volunteers and sponsors for their support and guidance and for their dedication to the community.

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Rural Life

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A weekly press release prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. If you require further information, regarding this press release, please call the Elora Resource Centre at 519-846-0941. Office hours: 8:30am to 5pm. For technical information, call the Agricultural Information Contact Centre at 1-877424-1300 or visit the OMAFRA Website: www.omafra.gov.on.ca “ONTARIOFRESH.CA” LAUNCHES IN THE FALL Registration is now open for Ontariofresh.ca, the new free website and online community that is being created to expand the market for buyers and sellers of local Ontario food. The aim is to make connections across the food service value chain, linking bulk buyers, chefs, restaurants, caterers and distributors as well as growers and producers.

Register for a profile today, and let Ontariofresh.ca help get your business connected. This site will provide buyers, both inside and outside of broader public sector institutions, with the opportunity to find new local food sources that are right for their business.

At the same time, farmers will be able to make new business connections with buyers who are interested in the products they raise

and/or grow. The marketplace feature will allow users to make requests for items or product offerings that may be available at a moment’s notice.

Throughout the spring and summer, information will be collected and profiles built to prepare for the full Ontariofresh.ca launch in September. You can register your business’ profile at Ontariofresh.ca or by calling 1-888-249-9399 or 647-426-8420.

ENVIRONMENTAL FARM PLAN

by John C. Benham If you are planning to do an EFP project in 2012, applications will be available on Thursday, September 15 in the Elora OMAFRA Boardroom. It is expected that the Cost Share money will all be taken up in one day so you need to come early that day with all the information and supplies you will need to complete your application.

Another small change has been made to the procedure. When you have completed your application, your Farm Business Registration Number along with the application number will be immediately forwarded to Guelph and that places you in the line up for the Cost Share money. So it is very important to be at the OMAFRA meeting room on Thursday, September 15th earlier rather than later in the day.

If you have not completed a Program Enrolment Form please call 519-846-3394 or Agricultural information conemail me at wellington@ tact centre at 1-877-424-1300 ontariosoilcrop.org. I will foror call the GFO office at ward one to you so you will 1-800-265-0550. complete it before September Printed copies will also 15. be available at coming Grain To complete your Farmers of Ontario events, Application for Cost Share on including the annual general Thursday, September 15, you meeting, Outdoor Farm Show and the International Plowing Match.

The Ontario cereal crop performance trials are coordinated by the Ontario cereal crops committee and its memVICTORIA – Farm Credit bers include representatives of Canada (FCC) is committed farmers, seed growers, seed industry, researchers and gov- to the long-term success of Canadian agriculture, accordernment. ing to presentations at FCC’s annual public meeting, held here on Aug. 17.

“FCC is financially strong and stable, which allows us to serve the industry through all cycles,” said FCC president Greg Stewart to an audience of customers, partners and stakeholders. “FCC is here for the long run. Our commitment to deliver an extraordinary experience to all customers – big and small, those who are experiencing success and those who are facing challenges – is more important than ever,” said Stewart.

“Agriculture is the backbone of a strong and healthy Canada,” added Stewart. “It’s one of this country’s top five industries, contributes $130 billion to our economy each year and provides one in eight jobs. The bottom line is that agriculture matters to Canada.”

Close to eight per cent of Canadian farms across all sec-

Winter wheat performance trial results are now online GUELPH – Ontario winter wheat performance trial information is now available online at www.GoCereals.ca, a website developed by the Ontario cereal crops committee that features the 2011 winter wheat performance trials.

This year 33 varieties were entered in the performance trials, from 10 different distributors. The trials include winter wheat varieties from all four classes searchable both geographically and by production traits. The complete report containing full performance trial data laid out in chart format can be downloaded and

printed from the website.

“The trials conducted across Ontario act as a vital resource for Ontario farmers when selecting wheat varieties for the coming crop year.

In addition to yield, the trials report findings on test weight, protein level, Fusarium head blight, septoria and other diseases.” said committee chairman Martin Harry.

The results were discussed in a webinar on Sept. 1. For those unable to tune in live, the recorded webinar is available on www.gfo.ca.

For a printed copy of the final report, call the OMAFRA

need the following: 1) If you have livestock, a copy of your Premises Identification Number Certificate from OnTrace must be sent with applications; 2) Farm Business Registration Number (Farm Organization Membership Number); 3) EFP Workbook; 4) Lot, concession and township; 5) Watershed; 6) Soil type 7) Project cost and description of project Please note: if you completed a Program Enrollment last year and there have been changes, a new one is required. For information or you have questions, call 519-846-3394 or email wellington@ontariosoilcrop.org.

SPECIES AT RISK

by John C. Benham The Species At Risk Incentive Program has been renewed for 2011. Three of the Practice Codes have been increased to 100% support. This program is separate from the EFP Cost Share but a completed Third Edition EFP workbook is a requirement.

Projects apply to cropland, grassland, riparian areas, wetlands and woodlands. If you have capped out in any of these Practice Codes in EFP, here is an opportunity to do more work and be well supported financially. For more information or a request for the brochure, contact John at 519-846-3394 or email wellington@ ontariosoilcrop.org.

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Sept. 9-10 Aberfoyle & Tractor Pull, Aberfoyle. For more information, call 519-824-2369 (*part day).

Sept. 13-15 Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, Canada’s Outdoor Park, Woodstock. Watch for event details at: http://www.outdoorfarmshow.com/.

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Stewart thanked FCC’s 100,000 customers across the country. “We never forget that customers are the reason we exist. We show them our appreciation by tailoring our offerings to the unique needs of agriculture, and contributing to the communities where our customers live and work.”

“There are a lot of reasons to be optimistic about the future of agriculture,” he concluded.

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FCC provides financing, insurance, software, learning programs and other business services to producers, agriculture operations.

For more information, visit www.fcc.ca. To view FCC’s annual public meeting presentations, visit www.fcc.ca/annualpublicmeeting.

tors are run by young farmers. FCC supports them with financing, learning opportunities and more. In 2010-11, young farmers borrowed $1.6 billion from FCC. “It’s a tremendous privilege to play a part helping today’s young farmers – and farmers of all ages – achieve their dreams,” said Stewart.

“Agriculture is a complex, dynamic and successful industry that needs our best and brightest to take over farms.”

Chief financial officer Rick Hoffman provided highlights of FCC’s results. Its portfolio is more than $21 billion and the 2010-11 year marked FCC’s 18th consecutive year of portfolio growth.

“We finance our own growth and each year, we pay a dividend to the government of Canada. This year, we provided Ottawa with a dividend of $18.5 million,” said Hoffman.

The meeting also featured FCC board chairman Gill Shaw, who provided an overview of the operation’s governance model and cultural

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“We developed Canada FarmSafe - a process to help farmers manage safety and health on their operations, no matter the size, location or farm type.”

CASA’s agricultural health and safety specialist Glen Blahey led the development of the program.

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GUELPH - On Aug. 27 Beginnings Family Services staff and volunteers were outside of Walmart handing out flyers and accepting donations at its first ever Diaper Drive.

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Beginnings Family Services is a not-for-profit organization offering pregnancy and parenting support to women and families experiencing unplanned pregnancies. Last year alone the centre served more than 700 families.

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The care cupboard meets an immediate need in the Guelph area. The staff and volunteers build relationships with clients and encourage them to take advantage of the other programs available. The programs teach self-esteem and communication skills, healthy choices, parenting skills, labour and delivery, and offer support to both the mother and father.

The goal is to break the cycle of poverty by offering a hand-up and not just another hand-out.

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Residents across Waterloo Region and Wellington County struggling with addiction now have access to specialized housing units.

The program, funded by the Waterloo Wellington Local Health Integration Network, is a partnership between the Canadian Mental Health Association Grand River Branch, House of Friendship – Addiction Services, Waterloo Regional Homes for Mental Health Inc., and Stonehenge Therapeutic Community.

Twenty-one units are currently open, three in Cambridge, eight in Guelph, and ten in Kitchener-Waterloo. An additional 11 units will open this fall, one in Cambridge, four in Guelph, two in KitchenerWaterloo, and four in rural Wellington County.

Residents receive housing, addiction counselling, and other services tailored to their needs. That can include addiction counselling, health teaching and lifestyle support, employment services, basic life

skills, access to other health services and more.

The program aims to provide those struggling with an addiction a safe and supportive place to recover that will increase overall health, increase housing stability, reduce the number of visits to the emergency department, reduce the number of readmissions to addiction treatment programs, and reduce use of police and ambulance services.

“This collaborative initiative is truly exciting news for our region,” said Kitchener Centre MPP John Milloy. “By investing in this project, we are providing those struggling with addiction with the necessary supports they require to improve their overall wellbeing and reduce visits to the emergency department.”

Joan Fisk, chairman of the Waterloo Wellington Local Health Integration Network, said, “Waterloo Wellington’s Addiction Supportive Housing program is making a real difference in the lives of local

residents today. By working together, local health service providers and the Waterloo Wellington Local Health Integration Network developed an integrated program to meet the specific needs of our local residents. We are already seeing the results in improved client outcomes and reduced emergency department visits.”

Heather Kerr, the executive director of Stonehenge Therapeutic Community, said “The investment of addiction supportive housing in our community is history making, providing for the first time housing support to those struggling with substance use.

“The collaboration between addiction and mental health partners for this service ensures seamless supports and transitions for those participating in the housing program. The impact of this new program for the community and across the health system will be significant.”

Executive director of the House of Friendship John

Neufeld said, “As we increasingly understand the links between health and homelessness, the benefits of providing counselling become more apparent. Imagine having nowhere to live and somehow finding the strength to complete a treatment program for addiction.

“Imagine the difference it makes to your recovery to then have a home, and to have access to counselling. That’s the difference the new program is making.”

The program is targeted to help people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and who may have one of the following characteristics: - repeat users of addictions treatment system; - complex addiction problems; and - those with a concurrent disorder.

In 2008-09, 4,462 individuals in Waterloo Wellington sought treatment from the addiction system, and of those. 9.7% reported “no fixed address.”

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Vehicle showcase - The new Alma Community Hall provided the backdrop to this year’s Alma Optimist Car Show at Wallace Cumming Park. photos by Mike Robinson

Alma Optimist Car Show attracted good crowd over weekend Optimist car show - Mark Reynolds of Mapleton Township displays his 1966 Cobra Shelby at the annual Alma Optimist Car Show.

Traditionally held at Wallace Cumming Park, the show has been moved from the south to the north end of the park to make use of the new community hall and paved parking area to showcase the vehicles.

’65 Mustang - Bruce Weech of RR1 Ariss proudly shows off his 1965 Mustang.

’34 Roadster - John and Judy Lammert of Varney show off their 1934 Ford Roadster at the Aug. 27 Alma Optimist Car Show.

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ENTERTAINMENT New theatre troupe aimed at area youth

‘Starboretum’ workshop running on Sept. 20 GUELPH - Ever look up at the night sky and wonder what’s up there?

If so, join guest instructor Trevor Chandler on Sept.

30 (the rain date is Oct. 1) at Starboretum 2011 for stargazing in the Arboretum.

In the sky that evening will be a young crescent moon, the planets Jupiter, Uranus and Neptune, and the always splendid summer Milky Way.

Members of the KitchenerWaterloo Royal Astronomical Society of Canada will be setting up their telescopes to provide views of those sights and more.

Registration fee is $10 and the registration deadline is Sept. 23.

For more information or to register for the event call The Arboretum at 824-4120 extension 52358.

Apple Butter and Cheese Festival is Sept. 24 WELLESLEY - Rain or shine, the annual Apple Butter and Cheese Festival will take place here on Sept. 24.

The event offers free admission and parking.

Visitors can start the day at 7am with a pancake and sausage breakfast. The festival offers activities to entertain the whole family. Those include; a horseshoe tournament; quilt auction at 12:45pm; antique car and tractor display; with a parade at 12 noon; boat regatta; pony and stage coach rides; a puppet show; and mini tractor pull to entertain children.

Erick Traplin is performing on the main stage from 9:30 to 10:30 am. Other entertainment includes local entertainer, Kyle Geraughty, Honky Tonk Piano, clog and line dancing and the Wellesley Idol final competition at 2pm.

Other attractions include a

smorgasbord dinner of roast pork, pigtails and roast beef from 10:30am to 2pm, an artisan sale and demonstration, handmade arts and crafts, country meats, cheese, and baking at the market.

Homemade apple fritters, sausage and schnitzel on a bun and fresh apple butter and cider from the local cider mill are some of the foods available on the street mall. There are also free tours of a goat farm, dairy and horse farm and the cider mill available until 3pm.

A 5km run or walk starts at Wellesley Public School at 10am.

Wellesley is located 20 minutes north west of Kitchener Waterloo on Regional Road 5.

For further details visit www. wellesleyabcfestival.ca. The festival also has a Facebook site: facebook.com/wellesleyabcfestival.

ACTON - A new youth theatre company recently opened and will be rehearsing out of the newly restored Heritage Acton Town Hall.

The company, called To Be Determined Theatre Company, focuses not only on theatre instruction and productions, but also the necessity of youths having a place in the commu-

nity where they can be free of social pressures in a safe setting.

Artistic director Alexandra Lent said, “I have studied and practiced theatre for years and have come to realize that theatre as a social tool has the ability for individuals to push past barriers and strengthen their confidence, all under the guise of working

towards a common goal of creating a production. This is what we do at TBD Theatre Co., we allow the youths to have fun throughout the rehearsal process through acting exercises, character development, voice, and backstage work, and then sit back and enjoy how surprised and proud they are of themselves in the end.”

The first production is a new youth play written by performance writer and playwright Kevin Sutton.

Starting in September, the troupe will be rehearsing and performing.

For more information, visit www.tobedeterminedtheatre.ca or phone Lent at 416-8010025.

Area woman to take part in wedding cake TV show

This September Cake Walk: Wedding Cake Edition, a new one-hour cake competition series and the first of its kind to be produced in Canada featuring Canadian, is set to air on Slice TV. Hosted by Canadian comedian Caroline Rhea, each episode features three different Canadian cake designers who race against the clock to create one couple’s dream wedding

cake. The winning designer takes home a prize of $5,000.

Kellie Barclay, of Fancy That Cake, who lives in Fergus, will be one of the contestants.

She went to Klara Johnson’s School of Confection and Pastry Art and then the Icing Inspirations School in Kitchener.

Barclay is also a member of the Canadian Society of Sugar Artistry. For more information

about her business, visit www. fancythatcake.ca.

Barclay’s episode will air on Nov. 2 at 9pm. The series premieres on Sept. 7.

The series is judged by three culinary experts: - Gordon Bailey, chef and owner of Lot 30 in Prince Edward Island (he is a biker chef who customizes motorcycles); - Alexandria Pellegrino,

wedding cake designer and owner of Cake Opera Co. in Toronto. She recently designed Nicole Ritchie’s wedding cake; and - David MacCarfrae, cake designer and owner of David Cakes of Distinction in Liverpool, with an impressive list of royal clients. He designed the wedding cake for Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson.

Photo and volunteer workshop is on Sept. 13

GUELPH - Focus on Nature is hosting a volunteer information session for anyone interested in becoming involved with its photography program.

The session will take place on Sept. 13, from 4 to 5pm, at Flo Studio, 260 Waterloo Ave.

(just west of Edinburgh Road).

The event will provide participants with a chance to learn more about Focus on Nature, and to hear about a variety of opportunities available for volunteering with the program.

Focus on Nature delivers

photography workshops in schools and outdoor education centres as a way of inspiring young people to explore and connect with the natural world.

During the workshops students are taught creative and technical skills in photography, par-

ticipate in walking field trips, and are encouraged to slow down and appreciate the beauty of local natural areas.

For more information contact program director Shirley Hunt (shirley@focusonnature. ca) or visit focusonnature.ca.

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ticipants a chance to discover the beauty of fall wildflowers and meadow insects, and learn how to identify them.

The hikes will be led by interpreters from GRCA nature centres.

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the hikes as part of its support of GRCA environmental programs.

Although the hikes are free, donations for the GRCA education program will be accepted. The hikes are on: - Sept. 24, at Shade’s Mills

Conservation Area, from 10am to noon. Space is limited so register in advance by calling 519-621-2763 extension 2372; - Sept. 25 at Guelph Lake Nature Centre, from 2 to 4pm.

Register in advance by calling 519-836-7860.

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ENTERTAINMENT Gala to honour Petersons is Sept. 9 ALTON - Headwaters Arts is hosting a gala evening to honour former Premier David Peterson and his wife, author Shelley Peterson.

The Petersons, part-time residents of the area, are avid supporters of local initiatives, and Shelley Peterson has had a long career in Canadian arts scene as a professional dancer, actor, and author of books for young people, some of which have been launched at Booklore in Orangeville.

That commitment to the arts has led to a relationship with Headwaters Arts.

The not-for-profit organization decided honouring the Petersons with the Art Ball was a natural fit;

The Sept. 9 gala starts at 6pm and will include an evening where guests will dine beneath the stars at the historic Alton Mill Arts Centre.

The ball will be hosted by Mag Ruffman (actress and fix-it celebrity) and Patrick McKenna (of Traders and Red Green fame). Guests will be entertained by award winning singer and songwriter Dan Hill and members of the Canadian National Dance Team.

All monies collected from the gala will support the work of Headwaters Arts in the Hills of Headwaters.

A highlight of the Peterson Art Ball will be the announcement of the Shelley Peterson Literary Youth Scholarship

award. It will be an annual scholarship awarded to a local youth beginning in 2012.

The award will be launched through a region wide literary contest through local libraries and Orangeville’s Booklore.

The scholarship will be given to a grade 12 student who intends to continue his postsecondary education within the arts.

Those who wish to attend the Peterson Art Ball in support of Headwaters Arts should visit headwatersartsfestival.com or call 519-943-1149.

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Another laugh - Shirley Valentine (played by Carol Beauchamp) tells another riotously funny story in Willy Russell’s classic comedy, playing at Century Church Theatre, Hillsburgh, Sept. 14 to 18.

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es the audience more closely and more hilariously with Valentine’s reminiscences of her school, her marriage, her children, her humdrum daily routine, and her need to change her life.

Inside Mrs. Joe Bradshaw, 42-year-old wife and mother, is the former Shirley Valentine longing to get out. She has realized that everyone has so much unused life, that her youthful dreams have not been fulfilled.

She is neither supported nor appreciated by those around her, and in dedicating herself to her husband and children she has lost herself along the way.

Married to a husband who wants everything always to stay the same, Valentine wants

to wake up not knowing what the day will hold; she longs for new experiences. She knows that she has to make a change.

How she does it is brilliantly revealed with humour, sympathy and warm insight.

Underneath the wildly funny stories are realities everyone can relate to.

Starring Carol Beauchamp, and directed by Neville Worsnop, the show has matinees on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday at 2:30pm, and evening performances on Friday and Saturday at 8pm.

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FROM PAGE TWO Antique and Collectibles Silent Auction at the Fergus Opportunity Shop, 695 St. David Street North. Bids Sept. 5 to 16. *** St. John’s United Church Belwood, Euchre. 7:30pm.

sat. Sept. 17

Tribute to Elvis Presley by Peter Irwin presented by the HarristonMinto Agricultural Society. 8pm. Harriston-Minto Community Complex. Tickets $20. For more details visit www.harristonmintofair.ca. *** Headwaters Hospital 17th Annual House Tour. 9am -4pm. Tickets $35. Price includes lunch. This is a self-directed tour of six unique homes in the Hills of Headwaters. Raffles at the homes, silent/ blind auction at the lunch venue. Organizers hope to raise $55,000 for the purchase of equipment for the hospital. *** Roast Beef Dinner at Knox Elora Presbyterian Church, 5 -7pm.

Tickets - Adults $12, 8 & under $6. Call 519-846-0680.

Sun. Sept. 18

Grand Valley’s Terry Fox Run / Walk / Cycle. Register at the Grand Valley Community Centre. Open run from 10am - 1:30pm.

FREE BBQ by the GV Lions Club. For info. call Vada at 519928-2841. *** Last day of ticket sales for Cats Anonymous Rescue & Adoption Silent Auction & Dinner, Sunday, September 25th at Springfield Golf and Country Club, Guelph. $60 per person. Advance tickets only. For details call Tish at 519-855-6850. *** The Church at the Crossroads, Monck Baptist celebrates 115 years, 11am. Guest speaker, music and lunch to follow. All welcome. *** Join St. James United Church in Rothsay for our 154th Anniversary at 11am. Guest speaker is Austin Snyder. Lunch served after service. *** Exhibition Park Neighbourhood Group presents our annual Picnic in the Park 1-4pm. in Exhibition Park. Local talent, magician, games and crafts for children. Fundraising BBQ. Admission is free and all welcome. To volunteer, donate or perform, you can call 519-767-5750. *** Community Breakfast. Fergus Legion. Full breakfast $6.

9-11:30am. *** Theatre Orangeville presents a workshop reading of a new comedy BEAmused; written by Peter Fenton & Scott White, directed

by Adam Brazier, starring an all-star cast. This “Pay What You

Can Event” will be held at 3pm at Theatre Orangeville, 87 Broadway. All proceeds to the Actor’s Fund of Canada.

Mon. Sept. 19

Seniors Wellness Expo, 10am-4pm. Exhibits promoting health, financial and social activities. Admission is free. Everyone welcome. Donations to food bank appreciated. Agricultural Hall, Main Street, Erin. *** Elmira & District Horticultural Society presents Andria Braun & Barry Vanderveer: “Late Season Perennials” 7:30pm, Trinity United Church, Elmira.

Tues. Sept. 20

Grand Harmony Ladies Barbershop Chorus Parkwood Mennonite Home, 726 New Hampshire Street, Waterloo, 7:30pm. For more information, contact Christine Heipel at 519-576-1657. *** Cancer Support Group / 3rd Tuesday of every month, 10am -12pm. Upper Grand, 753 Tower, St. Fergus. First Wednesday of the month -Lunch Out. Contact Joyce B. 519-843-3213 or Judy D. 519-843-3947 Ext: 100. *** Guelph Township Horticultural Society meet at Marden Library and Community Centre,7368 Wellington Rd. 30, 7pm, to view mini Demo on How to use Pressed Plant Material. Meeting starts at 7:30pm with speaker, Marion Hesse on ROSES. Door prizes and refreshments end the evening. All welcome. 519-822-5289. *** Dr. Sean Cameron, Ph.D., will present “Homework Help” ideas on how to best use that one hour per night of homework time.

Start the school year off using his practical tips. Presented by the Learning Disabilities Association of Wellington County.

7pm. Community Living Board Room, 8 Royal Rd, Guelph. $10, Members, $15 Non members. Register by telephone 519-8372050. *** Free seminar for parents and caregivers “Food for Thought”.

Information about food choices for families in a world of food fads, energy drinks and child-focused marketing. New Growth Family Centre Inc. 211 Birmingham St. West, Mount Forest. Call 519-509-6432 to reserve a place for this free event.

Wed. Sept. 21

Fergus & District Horticultural Society Meeting & Flower Show 7:30pm. Fergus - Victoria Park Centre. Topic: “Heleborganza: Rediscovering an Age Old Favourite”. Speaker: Barry Vanderveer.

Our monthly meetings (every 3rd Wednesday) feature informative topics and speakers. Everyone welcome. Call Helen for info. 519843-3131. ***

Local communities ready to carry on Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope WELLINGTON CTY. Hundreds of thousands of people across Ontario are expected to participate in The Annual Terry Fox Run on Sept. 18, a fundraising event grounded in tradition and volunteer driven for the past 31 years.

In 2010, Ontarians donated $12 million to cancer research by participating in 220 Terry Fox Runs and 3,700 school events.

In 1980, when Terry Fox decided to run across Canada on a prosthetic leg to raise funds for cancer research, he knew he faced an immense challenge.

After running a marathon a day for 143 days, Fox was forced to stop when cancer recurred in his lungs. His Marathon of Hope came to an end but the spark he lit in the hearts and minds of Canadians ignited into a cancer crusade that has lasted more than three

decades.

Two things kept Fox going during the long, difficult days in 1980: the dollars donated for research and the supporters who encouraged him along the way.

On Sept. 18 hundreds of thousands of Terry Fox supporters will participate in their favourite Canadian fall tradition to ensure that cancer research continues to forge ahead.

About 85 cents of every dollar raised through the annual runs goes towards cancer research. To date the Terry Fox Foundation has raised over $550 million for cancer research worldwide.

The success and longevity of The Terry Fox Run can be attributed to volunteers across the nation, including some very dedicated individuals in Wellington County.

This year there are several

runs in and around the county on Sept. 18, including: - Arthur, 1 to 4:30 pm at the Optimist pavilion at the fairgrounds, - Drayton, 1:30pm start at the old arena at the fairgrounds; - Erin, 9am to 1pm at Centre 2000; - Fergus, 9:30 to 11am at Forfar Park on Gartshore Street; - Grand Valley, 10am to 1pm at the community centre; - Guelph, 8am to 12:30pm at Silvercreek Park; - Listowel, 1pm start at the agricultural hall; - Mount Forest, 9am to 2pm at the lawn bowling club; - Palmerston, 8am to 2pm at the railway museum on William Street; and - Rockwood, 12pm to 2 pm at the Waterside Park pavilion.

Registration occurs 30 minutes to an hour before the times listed above. For more information visit www.terryfox.org.

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Horoscopes - For the second week of September -

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, don’t be too quick to judge a loved one this week. He or she is only making do with the hand they were dealt. A little help from you could remedy the situation further.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, some frustrating times are on the horizon. It’s going to take some time to sort out the situation. Spend some time reflecting on the best course of action.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, there are certain things that are just beyond your control. You will need substantial patience in order to get through the next few days.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, a busy week lies ahead with plenty of opportunities for socialization. If you’re in the party mood, get out there and have some fun with other people.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, romantic endeavors are on the top of your mind and you can figure out options for having a one-on-one day or night with someone special.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, if you have been putting off keeping up with health issues, it’s time to get back on track. Use this week to make an appointment for a physical or other checkup.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, it might come off as if you’re trying too hard if you don’t share the responsibilities with anyone else.

Working yourself silly is not worth the glory.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, friends and family offer help with good intentions. Think about this when you get suspicious over why a particular person is doing something.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, someone is just not getting your message, so you may have to try a different tactic in order to be heard.

Don’t give up on the situation just yet.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Sometimes you have to do things you don’t want to do, Pisces. Even though you have no motivation, you’ll muddle through.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, an extended vacation is about to come to an end. Buckle down and devote yourself to new tasks and be ready to handle a heavy workload.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Financial woes are the least of your problems, Libra. There are other things that will take precedence over pinching a few pennies. Expect some news soon.

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BRIDGES OUT OF POVERTY WORKSHOP

The Ontario Provincial Police is partnering with the County of Wellington and the Township of Centre Wellington to host the Bridges Out of Poverty Workshop.

This workshop is a powerful tool for change, reaching out to service providers and businesses whose daily work connects them with the lives of people in poverty.

Topics covered in this workshop include: • Redesigning programmes to better serve people in poverty.

• Building skill sets for management to help guide employees.

• Upgrading training for front-line staff.

• Improving treatment outcomes in health care and behavioural health care.

• Complete on line survey: www.surveymonkey.com/ Wellington_Questionnaires.

• Join us at a public meeting. Visit www.wellington.ca, your local municipal website or check your local newspaper for dates, times and locations.

• Provide comments directly to the study team. Call or email the project representatives below.

A detailed description of the seminar can be found at www.bridgesoutofpoverty.com.

Please contact Kim Courts at 519.837.2600 x 2521* to register. The cost to attend is $40 per person.

Sarah Wilhelm, Planner County of Wellington 519.837.2600 x 2130* sarahw@wellington.ca

Jay Cranstone, Project Manager MMM Group Ltd. 905.826.4770 x 1736* cranstonej@mmm.ca

DO YOU HAVE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE (HHW)?

Take it to our next event day!

Wellington residents - Clean out your cupboards, garages and sheds.

Last year, 88 households used the Puslinch HHW event. Were you there?

Questions? www.wellington.ca | 519.837.2601 or 1.866.899.0248

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

Watson Rd. S.

6

Brock Rd.

x

Victoria Rd.

County Roads Garage - Aberfoyle 7396 Wellington Road 34

Hwy.

Saturday, September 17 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Maltby Rd.

Wellington Rd. 34

Hwy . 401 Bring us your HHW for safe disposal.

There’s no charge.

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

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