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Second Section November 2, 2012

Veteran John Walsh still dedicated to country, community

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Prophecy

Conference

The Lord Willing: November 16 & 17, 2012 Friday: 7:00pm | Saturday: 9:30am-3:00pm St. Clements Community Centre 1 Green Street, St. Clements, ON All are welcome to a time of fellowship and clearly grasping God’s plan for Israel and His Church in the end times.

For lodging contact:

David Martin 519-638-0374 Paul Bauman 519-669-2107 or John Dyck 519-638-0618

FLU SHOT CLINICS

MAPLETON HEALTH CENTRE

Monday, November 5, 2012 8:00am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-6:00pm

(Seniors please come between 10:00am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-4:00pm) The Minto-Mapleton Family Health Team will be available during the Flu Clinic to check blood pressures.

Please consider having your blood pressure checked if:

• You are over the age of 18 and have not had your blood pressure checked in the last year.

• You are currently taking medications to lower your blood pressure.

please bring your health card

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Saturday, November 10, 2012, 7:00 - 11:00 am Floradale Mennonite Church, 22 Florapine Rd. Adults $10.00 | Children (2-8 years) $5.00 Children Under 2 - Free

Come out and enjoy this delicious

All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast!

Hosted by Woolwich Firefighters, Floradale Station

Sunday November 18, 2012 Games start at 1pm - Doors open at 11am

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

$10 redeemable slot play coupon provided to each bingo player

Held at Grand River Raceway

7445 Wellington County Rd. 21, Elora

Euchre at Victoria Park Seniors Centre, Fergus. Every Thursday 7:30pm. $2 members. *** The Victoria Park Seniors Centre in Fergus has a wide variety of programs for all. Registered programs may be taken by anyone over 18 years old. Check out our website at www.centrewellington.ca or call 519-787-1814.

Fri. Nov 2

Community Euchre, sponsored by Optimist Club of Puslinch.

7:30pm at Puslinch Community Centre. $3 per person, includes lunch. 50/50 draw. Call Neil Smith for info. 519-837-3838. *** Grey Wellington Theatre Guild presents Job’s Blues, an original blues musical, at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre, Nov. 2, 3, 8, 9 and 10 at 7:30pm and Nov. 4 at 2pm. Tickets are available GWTG box office, 519-338-2778. *** Nov. 2 and 3 - Holly Berry Bazaar at Knox United Church, Clifford. Friday 5-8pm and Saturday 10am-2pm. Saturday lunch served until 1pm. Adults $8. Children 5-12 $3.50, under 5 Free.

Includes silent auction, gifts, decorations, crafts, home baking, pickles and preserves. Silent auction, youth room, crafts and Baking areas will be open Friday night 5-8 pm. *** Arthur and District Horticultural Society Annual General Meeting, pot luck supper and awards presentations. Arthur United Church 6:30pm. Youth and adult societies. Families welcome. *** Nov. 2, 3 and 5 - Fall Garage Sale. 8am-4pm, at Melville United Church, 300 St. Andrew St. W., Fergus, in the Lower Auditorium off the parking lot. *** Clifford Rotary Club 36th Annual Sauerkraut and Pork Supper.

Clifford Community Hall. 4:30-7:30pm. Adults: $14, Children 11 + under $7. *Only 450 tickets will be sold* *** St. Martin’s 9th Annual Chicken BBQ, Parish Hall, Drayton.

5-7pm. ½ Chicken Dinner: $12.50, Child 5-12: $6. Call: Daryl Brodhaecker 519-638-5428. *** IODE Card Party 1pm. Please bring cards. Dessert, coffee, tea, door prizes. Heritage Village Retirement res. Wellington Road, Elora. Tickets $12. Call 519-843-3174. *** St. Teresa of Avila Parish presents a cabaret- style review “The war years in song”. 7pm. St. Teresa Parish Hall, 19 Flamingo Drive, Elmira. Admission by advance ticket sales only $15, available at the Parish office or call 519-669-3387, Monday to Friday. *** Nov 2-4 Ontario Electronic Stewardship (OES) and Trillium Waldorf School will host a public event to collect and recycle unwanted computers, TVs and other electronics. Drop items off at 540 Victoria Rd., N. Guelph on Fri. & Sat. 8:30-5pm, Sun. 10-5pm.

sat. Nov 3

for Marilyn, Nicole, Darcy and Trevor in honour and memory of Paul Bowman

“Proceeds to local Community projects”

Public Service announcements

www.ferguselorarotary.com Held under lottery license #M634122.

FERGUS ELORA ROTARY FOUNDATION Staffed by: Centre Wellington Rotary Club and Fergus Elora Rotary Club

Century Church Theatre, 72 Trafalgar Road, Hillsburgh. “Routes of Country”. 8pm. The Muir Family and Special Guests take their third annual musical tour through the history of country music.

Box office 519-855-4586. *** The Torchmen Quartet will be performing at the Arthur United Church as part of the Celebration of its 120th Anniversary Weekend 7:30pm. Free will offering. Light snack will be provided after the performance. *** Voula Valedis is presenting Calligatta at the Fergus Grand Theatre. 7pm. Calligatta, based on a Greek myth, is an exciting blend of Belly, Ballet and Greek dancing, presented as a play.

Proceeds to Cats Anonymous. Tickets: Fergus Grand Theatre, 244 St. Andrew St. W., Fergus, or call 519-787-1981. $25 per person. *** Fergus Legion Jam Session. Non members welcome. Come and join in. *** Beef Barbecue. Fergus Legion . 5-7pm. Adults $12, Children 6-12 $6, under 5 free. *** Sale of Christmas decorations, gifts and baking. Ballinafad United Church, 14369 Trafalgar Road, Ballinafad. 9am-1pm. *** Country Craft Bazaar. Palmerston Community Centre. 8am-2pm.

Buffet breakfast 8-10am, lunch 11am. Everyone welcome. Profit goes to Listowel Christian School. *** The Guelph Chamber Choir present “Remembrance and Peace”.

8pm. River Run Centre in Guelph. Single tickets $30 each. $10 tickets for those 30 and under and only $5 for youth with eyeGO. Box office 519-763-3000. *** St. Mary’s Parish, Elora, annual beef dinner and draw. Elora Community Centre. Two sittings: 5pm and 7pm. Adults $12, children 4 - 10 $5, children 3 and under are free. For tickets call Mary at 519-846-9541 or Marybeth at 519-846-2273. *** Bazaar, Victoria Park Seniors Centre, 150 Albert St. W., Fergus.

10am-2pm. Many craft and gift items. Quilt Raffle Draw. Free admission. *** Show-Sell- Share. St. Paul’s Normanby 9am-3pm. Tea Room and baking. Tied quilts $50-$60. Garage Sale; Vendors. Wheelchair accessible. 519-364-6415. *** Adult / Senior Ice Skating 8pm - 9:50pm. Exhibition Park Arena,

Guelph. Cost - $7 per person. Join us for fun, exercise, music and friendship!

Sun. Nov 4

The Gathering. A country gospel program including Bill Beattie, Brian Watson, Karl Watson and friends. 7pm. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Arthur. Everyone is welcome. Free will offering. Tickets available for roast beef dinner before program $12. Call 519-848-2839 for dinner reservations. *** Euchre party at Sacred Heart Church, Kenilworth. 7:30pm. Note new time. $2.50/person light lunch. Everyone welcome. *** BIA trip to AGO to view the Frida and Diego Exhibition. This is an Elora Green Space fundraiser. Tickets $150, includes round trip transportation, exhibit admission, brunch at Frank Restaurant and a $50 donation to the Green Space. Tax receipts will be issued. Call Kent for info. 226-384-3788. *** Lost Pilgrims In Concert, Country/Western/Gospel. Knox Presbyterian Church, Grand Valley. 4pm. Tickets $12 at the door or phone 519-928-5400. Supper available. *** Church and Remembrance Service in Clifford, Harriston Legion Branch 296. Church Service at St. George’s Anglican Church at 10:30am, Caressant Care 1:30pm, Clifford Cenotaph and Community Centre 2:30pm. *** Remembrance program for Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 275 Fergus: Church service, Bethel Baptist Church 9:30am. Service at the Cenotaph in Belwood 12:30pm

Tues. Nov 6

November lecture: Commonwealth Cemeteries. Mr. Gord Brown shares his passion for finding and exploring the resting place of fallen soldiers of the Commonwealth. 7:30pm at St. Andrew’s Church, 61 Norfolk Street, Guelph. *** Pepper Cards. Harriston Legion #296. 1:30pm sharp. *** Decreasing Headaches, 7:30-9pm., Room 335 University Centre, U of G. A 4 session program by the Stress Management Clinic to decrease tension and migraine headaches. Fee $60. Register at 519-824-4120, ext. 52662.

Wed. Nov 7

Belwood United Church Turkey Supper. Sittings: 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30. Adults $15, 12 and under $6, pre-school free with ticket.

For info/take-outs call Betty at 519-787-1096. *** “Lights for Life” ceremony 7:30, Palmerston Hospital. *** Anxiety - Dial It Down. 7- 9pm, Room 441 University Centre, U of G. A free workshop by the Stress Management Clinic marking International Stress Awareness Day. Call 519-824-4120, ext.

52662.

Thurs Nov 8

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

Arthur Community Centre. All welcome. *** Tree Talk-Soil Re-mediation for Healthy Trees. Learn the importance of soil, common issues, technologies and current research.

7pm in the Harris Room at the Elora Centre for the Arts. $5 or free for members. 519-846-0841 for more information. *** Euchre - St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest. 7:30pm - $2.50 includes light lunch and prizes. *** Free The Children -Presentation on FTC 2013 TRIPS to Kenya and India. Shop for Christmas at Trunk Sale too. 7pm. Wellington Heights Secondary School, Sligo Road, Mount Forest. All Welcome.

Sat. Nov 10

Hanover and District Horticulture arts and craft show, 10am-4pm at the Hanover Columbus Center, 1/2 mile west of Hanover on highway #4. *** Duff’s Annual Harvest Ham Supper, Puslinch Community Centre, 1st Sitting 5pm/2nd Sitting 7pm. Entertainment 4:30 & 6:30pm. $15/Adult, $8/Children (12 & under), Under 5 Free. Tickets 519767-2462 and 519-763-1163. *** Moorefield United Church Christmas. 10am-2pm, Maryborough Community Centre in Moorefield. Live auction of quilts, baked goods, etc. 10:30am. Baking, home canning, produce and more.

Hot luncheon. Admission: an item or donation to the Food Bank. *** Chili Dinner for Sheyanne. All proceeds to Sheyanne and the O’Donnell family. Senior’s Hall, Arthur. 5-9pm. Tickets $10. Eat in or take out. Craft table. Call Dave 519-848-2671, Kate 519848-3874 or John 519-848-5147. *** Benefit Breakfast in honour and memory of Paul Bowman.

7-11am. All you can eat breakfast. Adults $10, children 5-8 $5, under 5 free. Floradale Mennonite Church, 22 Florapine Road. *** Louise Marshall Hospital Auxiliary Bazaar, Mount Forest United Church 10:30am-2pm. Lunch tickets $9/person. 11am-1pm.

Silent Auction, Bake Tables, Country Cupboard, Draw Tables.

For more info. 519-509-1056. *** Harvest & Holly Bazaar and Lunch. Puslinch Community Centre, Aberfoyle. 10:30am-1pm. Admission and parking free. *** Drayton Legion Jamboree, 2-5pm. Sing, dance, play. Free admiscontinued on page 11

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, November 2, 2012 PAGE THREE

Veteran John Walsh remains dedicated to country, community

by Chris Daponte

ARTHUR - On a warm October evening, as he has done dozens of times before, John Walsh provides a tour of the Arthur and Area Historical Society’s headquarters on George Street here.

He points to photos - including his own - of Second World War veterans from the village lining the walls of what society members have come to call the “military room.”

Now 86, though he looks closer to 70, Walsh has myriad memories and stories to go along with many of these faces.

But on this particular day, a sombre and inescapable detail captures his attention.

“You don’t realize how many are gone until you start going through them,” he says quietly of those killed in action and those who have died in the 67 years since the end of the war.

In 1942, one out of every seven Arthur residents was involved in the Second World War (126 from a population of 890), prompting the Toronto Star to publish a now-famous front page story that November entitled “Arthur village gives sons and money to aid the war.”

It was the highest ratio Canada, in comparison to villages of comparable size, leading to the moniker “Canada’s most patriotic village.” By the end of the war, 338 Arthur residents had enlisted and 25 were killed in action.

It was not uncommon for families to have more than one member volunteer for the war - some had as many as three to six - or for those families to experience multiple casualties.

Walsh said he believes a number of factors contributed to Arthur’s overwhelming support for the war.

“You kind of felt as though you were a slacker if you weren’t [in the service],”

Walsh recalls of the sentiment in the village, adding he had many friends and several cousins who also volunteered.

“I think that was carried forward from the First World War.” He noted a lot of locals fought in the Great War, many of whom were killed (Walsh estimates 41), and many of their sons were among those who volunteered between 1939 and 1945.

The village had also offered great financial support of the first war, becoming the first community in Ontario to reach its war bond quota within a few minutes. Arthur led the communities in Wellington County for every other war and victory bond campaign and surpassed all objectives. In total, Arthur raised $250,000, equal to 64 per cent of the assessed value of the village’s taxable property.

In addition to the palpable obligation to carry on the patriotic tradition started in the Great War, Walsh said the harsh economic reality of the 1930s also influenced a number of local men to enlist during the Second World War. “It was right after the depression ... [fighting] was a paying job, and for a lot of them, they hadn’t had one,” he said.

That the area was populated by a lot of residents with strong English ties, also spurred on some young men to join the war effort, he added.

Walsh was born on a farm just outside Arthur but moved to the village in 1932, at the age of six, with his mother and four siblings after the death of his father.

He was in high school when the war broke out and decided to enlist not long after his 18th birthday.

It was around the

A second home - Arthur WWII veteran John Walsh has played an instrumental role in helping to amass the large number of displays, artifacts, books and photos on display at the headquarters for the Arthur and Area Historical Society.

Cover photo: Walsh poses in front of the new mural on the side of Sussman’s in downtown Arthur. It is the second mural project for the historical society, and Walsh even posed for the artist as the saluting veteran. photos by Chris Daponte

time of D-Day (June 6, 1944) and reports of heavy Allied casualties had flooded local and national media reports for the preceding two years, so Walsh’s mother was very concerned about her son’s decision to volunteer.

“I think most mothers would react the same way kind of proud that you did it, but at the same time they’d be worried,” Walsh said.

pedoed in March of 1945 near Halifax.

According to the Canadian Military History Gateway website (http://www.cmhg.gc.ca), the minesweeper Guysborough was sunk near Halifax on March 17, 1945, killing 44 of its 70 crew members.

Records show several other ships were torpedoed by German submarines in early 1945 off Canada’s east coast.

“He certainly is the heart and soul of the historical society and he’s done so much to remember veterans.”

- Mabel Henderson, on the dedication of veteran John Walsh.

He had applied ahead of time to both the Navy and Air Force and, just days after turning 18, he received a letter from the Navy that was very succinct.

“It just said ‘you will report on this date’,” he said with a laugh.

He was sent to basic training in London, Ontario - it was “quite a change” he said, despite his cadet experience - before advanced training at the Cornwallis base in Nova Scotia. He also received additional training in the use of sonar before being stationed to the HMCS Wallaceburg, a 990-ton minesweeper, in the fall of 1944.

Walsh’s crew completed many “triangle runs” and “mid-ocean meetings” as an escort to various convoys in the north Atlantic that were making their way from Nova Scotia to Europe, and vice versa.

His job, as part of the ASDIC team (the antisubmarine detection investigation committee), was locating submarines.

Luckily for his crew, German forces were taking a beating in Europe at the time and submarines ittee that is m m co e th on ion of hn Walsh sits at Jo or were not as commonly st k re or e w th nt of Importa the cost detected in the area. the project raise to cover ve nd ha fu to to s g in pe lp ho he The group . ph “But there were ta no ce ur the Arth v. 11. some in the east coast,” No by ed et pl m co he said, noting another Canadian ship was tor-

“No one on our ship was killed, but I know a lot that were,” Walsh said.

He was discharged in December 1945 and went to “rehab school” in Kitchener to complete his high school education.

He wasn’t sure what he would do for work, until town druggist Maurice Douglass asked if he would be interested in working at the pharmacy.

“I never gave it much thought before that,” said Walsh.

He served a three-year apprenticeship with Douglass Drugstore in Arthur, followed by two years at the University of Toronto, and graduated in 1952.

Later that year he purchased the inventory and fixtures of Russells’ Pharmacy in Arthur, located where the L&M Market parking lot is today.

Walsh also married his wife, Mary Teresa, in 1952 (she passed away last year), and they had eight children.

In 1955 Walsh built a larger store further north on George Street. The store, which has undergone two major renovation projects, celebrated its 60th anniversary earlier this year.

Though his son Joe took over the business several years ago (two of his grandsons also want to get into the field), Walsh still works about 12 to 15 hours per week at the iconic

store on the corner of George and Charles Streets.

Walsh, whose face is as familiar as they come to area residents, dedicates much of his time now to the Arthur and Area Historical Society.

“I was always interested in it,” he said of local history.

Walsh is currently writing his third book on the history of the village, and he donates the proceeds from book sales back to the society.

His dedication is certainly not lost on those in the community - particularly members of the historical society.

“He’s not one to boast about it, but the society just wouldn’t exist without him,” said Mabel Henderson, of Arthur, an active member of the society.

Walsh explained both he and fellow Arthur resident Dave Stack had for years discussed aspects of local history and the possibility of a group dedicated to its preservation.

“We finally decided to call a meeting,” Walsh said with a smile.

Both he and Stack were founding members of the society, which was officially established in January of 2003.

Also at the first meeting was Henderson, who credits Walsh with the impressive collection of books, photos, artifacts and photos displayed in the historical society rooms.

“Everybody’s been behind John the whole way,” said Henderson. “He certainly is the heart and soul of the historical society, and he’s done so much to remember the veterans.”

In recent years, Walsh and the historical society have taken on a number of local projects, including: - three murals, two of which are completed (Walsh actually posed as the saluting veteran for the mural on the side of Sussman’s); - several Memories of World War Two books (900 sold to date) and DVDs featuring firsthand accounts of local veterans; - unveiling of historical plaques in smaller communities in Wellington North Township; and - various tours and lectures, including a recent trip to the Niagara area to commemorate

the bicentennial of the War of 1812.

Walsh is also on the committee - composed of Legion and historical society members - in charge of restoring the village’s cenotaph, which was built of stones gathered from local farms and unveiled in 1923.

“It needed some work,” Walsh said. “We hope to have everything finished by Nov. 11.”

The restoration will include stone pointing, repair and cleaning of marble panels, and removing and cleaning two plaques that Walsh says were “almost impossible to read.”

In what some might characterize as a modern-day validation of Arthur’s “most patriotic village” status, local service clubs, businesses, organizations and individuals have rallied to raise funds for the project (and two local tradesmen have also volunteered their services).

“The response, financially, has been amazing,” Walsh said. “People have been very generous.”

He explained the committee is still about $12,000 short of covering the expense, but he adds, “I’m quite sure we’ll get it” (donations can be made at the Royal Bank in Arthur or be sent to the Arthur Legion Cenotaph Fund, Box 341, Arthur, ON, N0G 1A0).

In the meantime, Walsh will continue his work with the historical society and serve as a guide for tours of the rooms at 146 George Street (the former Arthur village municipal building is owned by Wellington North Township and is also home to the chamber of commerce, the OPP and the local food bank).

Some visitors stop by to research pieces of local history, while others are looking for clues to complete their family trees.

For Walsh, one of the most rewarding aspects of his role is the visits by students from various local schools.

“You never know ... out of a class of 25 or 30, you may get one or two that show an interest and they may carry on with that,” he said. “It’s worth the effort.”

Rural Life

PAGE FOUR Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, November 2, 2012

Agricultural Information Contact Centre | 1-877-424-1300 | www.ontario.ca/omafra

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 1-877-424-1300 or visit the OMAFRA website: www.ontario.ca/omafra.

PERMIT TO TAKE WATER WORKSHOP AGRICULTURAL IRRIGATION A Permit to Take Water is required for anyone taking/pumping more than 50,000 litres per day for agricultural irrigation. There is no fee for an agricultural permit.

Do you have a Permit that is up for renewal? Are you considering applying for a new Permit?

The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) is conducting workshops to assist agricultural water

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takers with understanding the PTTW program and how to complete an application. A new application must be fully completed for a new or renewal permit.

The workshop is a half day session consisting of a presentation on the PTTW program, review of an agricultural irrigation permit application and a questions and answers session. There is no fee for the workshop.

Where: OMAFRA Simcoe Office, Blue Line Rd @ Hwy #3, Simcoe, 519-426-4920. 9am. to 12pm or 1pm to 3 pm Nov. 23, and Dec. 18.

Please bring your existing permit. Copies of Permit applications and resource material will be provided. Call to reserve a seat: 519-426-4920.

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Topics that are discussed include production, marketing, financial management, the farm business structure, the business goals and each person’s responsibilities.

The workbook is similar to the EFP workbook in that you rate yourself and develop an Action Plan. The information you put in the workbook is for your eyes only.

The next Growing Your Farm Profits workshop will be held on Nov. 6 in the Elora OMAFRA meeting room from 9:30am to 3pm and will be completed on Nov. 13. Lunch and refreshments are provided. No cost to you. Don’t miss this opportunity. Register online at: www.ontariosoilcrop.org or call Liz at 519-638-3268 or email: waterlooGYFP@ontariosoilcrop.org.

ENVIRONMENTAL FARM PLAN

by John C. Benham To qualify for many of the Cost Share Programs, a completed up to date EFP is a requirement. Now would be a good time to get that completed and be in line for the Cost Share programs.

The next EFP workshop will be held on Nov. 14 in the Elora OMAFRA meeting room from 10am to 3pm and will be completed on Nov. 21. Lunch and refreshments are provided. No costs to you. Several farmers are signed up already. Register online at: www.ontariosoilcrop.org or call John at 519-846-3394 or email: wellington@ontariosoilcrop.org.

NOMINATE A FELLOW OUTSTANDING BEEF PRODUCER It’s time, once again, to seek nominations for The Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA) and the Ontario Mapleseed Pasture Award. TESA recognizes the outstanding environmental stewardship of an Ontario cattleman with special consideration given to those producers who have taken innovative approaches to environmentally sustainable cattle production.

The Ontario Mapleseed pasture award recognizes individual producers who are doing an outstanding job of pasture management. OCA is enlisting the support of all beef producers and industry partners, as well as conservation and environmental groups from across the province in selecting our annual winners.

We would ask that you take the time to determine whether there are beef farmers in your area that meet the criteria of both competitions and if so, seriously consider submitting an application on their behalf.

Any Ontario cattle producer or cattle farming operation can be nominated for these awards by him or herself, another producer, interested individual(s), a conservation group or the local cattlemen’s association.

Both applications are available on the OCA website. Nomination deadline for both awards is Nov. 30. Awards will be presented during OCA’s Annual General Meeting on Feb. 20 to 21, 2013 at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, Toronto.

COMING EVENTS Nov. 2-11- 2012 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, Exhibition Place, Toronto. Details at: www.royalfair.org/.

Nov. 6 - Wellington Federation of Agriculture, monthly board meeting, at OMAFRA boardroom, Elora at 7:30pm. For information, contact Lisa Hern at 519-848-3774 or email: jplh@ golden.net.

Nov. 7 - Ruminant Feed Industry Day, Drayton Arena and Community Centre, 9:00am to 3:00pm. To register contact: 1-877424-1300 or email: ag.info.omafra@ontario.ca. Full program details at: http://ontario.ca/x684.

Nov. 7 - Show Your 4-H Colours Day. Join 4-H’rs across Canada and “Get Your Green On.” Wear anything and everything green to celebrate 4-H. Nov. 7 - National Farmers Union Waterloo-Wellington Local, monthly board meeting at 7:15pm at Husky Farm Equipment, Alma (they meet every first Wednesday of the month).

Nov. 13 - OMAFRA Sheep Seminar “Show Ewe the Money” – Profitable Flock Expansion – Elma Memorial Community Centre, Atwood from 8:45am to 4pm. Check the website: www.ontario. ca/sheep or phone 1-877-424-1300 for more information.

Nov. 14 and 15 - Ontario Association of Bovine Practitioners (OABP) Fall Continuing Education Program, Holiday Inn, Guelph. Check the website: www.oabp.ca.

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ENTERTAINMENT Tribute to Dolly Parton takes the stage Nov. 3 DRAYTON – The entertainment continues at the Drayton Festival Theatre this fall with Rhinestone Cowgirl a toe-tappin’ salute to Dolly Parton.

The tribute concert plays two shows only, Nov. 3 at 2pm and 8pm.

The show includes Parton’s greatest hits from over four decades, featuring Rhinestone Cowgirl star Leisa Way in her tribute to Dolly Parton, backed by The Wayward Wind band featuring Bruce Ley, Kim Ratcliffe, Dave Wilson, Randall Kempf and Aaron Solomon.

In an authentic performance, Way loses herself in the music of legendary singer Dolly Parton, bringing each song to life with an energy that mirrors the star’s warmth and wit.

“Every bit of dialogue I speak in the show came out of Dolly’s mouth at some point.

She’s so smart and funny, the queen of one-liners,” says Way, who has performed this

tribute at over 50 theatres across Canada.

Rhinestone Cowgirl features such hit songs as Jolene, Coat of Many Colours, Here You Come Again, 9 To 5, and I Will Always Love You, a song that Parton wrote in 1974, which immediately became a number one hit on the country charts.

The song achieved unprecedented international success

when Whitney Houston recorded it for the soundtrack to the movie, The Bodyguard.

Arguably one of the world’s most recognizable entertainers, Dolly Parton is known for her larger-than-life image, rags to riches story and down-home persona, but Parton’s real genius lies in her strengths as a songwriter and vocalist.

A winner of five Grammy Awards and a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, Parton penned thousands of songs that have been recorded

by Hank Williams Jr., Kenny Rogers, Whitney Houston, Shania Twain and others.

Tickets for Rhinestone Cowgirl are only $35 including HST. To reserve seats for one of the two shows set for Nov. 3, contact the Drayton Festival Theatre box office at 519-6385555 or toll free at 1-855-3729866.

For more information or to purchase tickets online, please visit www.draytonfestivaltheatre.com.

Pulitzer-winning drama takes the stage ACTON - Georgetown Little Theatre’s remarkable season opener is John Patrick Shanley’s Pulitzer prize-winning play, Doubt: A Parable.

The controversial work was inspired by the concept of doubt itself and about the choices one makes, and the aftermath one must live with, when faced with questions that shake one’s very foundation when required to act upon them.

Set in the 1960s, a time of social change both for the Catholic Church and for society as a whole, Sister Aloysius (Ro Palumbo-Coates) has cast ambiguous suspicions against an idealistic young priest, Father Flynn (Scott Carmichael) and his relationship with their school’s first black student.

Performances take place at Acton Town Hall Centre, at 19 Willow St. beginning Nov. 2 and running until Nov. 16, with evening performances at 8pm, and two matinees at 2pm on Nov. 4 and 11.

Tickets are $17, for the Thursday and Sunday shows and $20 for Friday and

Poetry in motion - The artists of Dancetheatre David Earle will perform The Heart at Night - A Remembrance, on Nov. 9 and Nov. 11, to mark Remembrance Day. The production is based on Earle’s 2005 work that interprets the struggles of Russian poet Anna Akhmatova, known as The Mother of Russia. submitted photo

Dance performance marks November 11 GUELPH - Dancetheatre David Earle (DtDE) launches the 2012-2013 season with a performance in honour of Remembrance Day. In the intimate setting of their studio, DtDE will perform The Heart at Night - A Remembrance, David Earle’s 2005 work, which portrays the heroism of an artist in wartime, and as a victim of fascism.

The work interprets the struggle of Russian poet Anna Akhmatova, who survived her hus-

band’s execution, her son’s imprisonment, World War II, and Stalin, and who was known as The Mother of Russia.

The Heart at Night - A Remembrance will be presented on Friday Nov. 9, at 8pm and Nov. 11, at 4pm, at the DtDE studio at 42 Quebec Street, Guelph.

Tickets are $20. Reservations are recommended, and can be made by calling 519-8372746. For more information visit www. dtde.ca.

Paintertainment makes for fun fundraiser ST. JACOBS - A unique fundraiser is coming to the St .Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre on Nov. 6.

Presented by Drayton Entertainment,

Nominations open for arts In Doubt - Georgetown Little Theatre presents Pulitzer prize-winning play, Doubt: A Parable, featuring Ro Palumbo-Coates, Sister Aloysius and Scott Carmichael as Father Flynn. submitted photo Saturday performances.

To purchase tickets contact the box office at 905-8773700; or order on-line at www. haltonhills.ca/theatre.

Tickets are also available

at Acton Home Hardware or at Sports Unlimited in Georgetown.

For additional information visit www.georgetownlittletheatre.ca.

TORONTO - Nominations are open for the Premier’s Awards for Excellence in the Arts by Dec. 3, 2012.

The awards are open to all disciplines including: community arts, dance, music, theatre, visual and media arts, writing, and publishing, digital media, film, television and sound recording.

For more information visit the Ontario Arts Council at www.arts.on.ca.

“Paintertainment” features the celebrated artistic talents of Peter Etril Snder and the lively personality of emcee Neil Aitchison, in an evening of art and fun for a good cause.

The night will feature live music, a wine and cheese reception and a ballot for a chance to win Snyder’s one-

of-a-kind painting created that evening. Last year, this show sold out ahead of the event.

Tickets for the Nov. 6 performance are $40 plus HST. The show begins at 7:30pm.

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Local war hero fought at Vimy Ridge, was posthumously awarded medal

by Chris Daponte ROCKWOOD - In the annals of Wellington County history, few stories are as interesting as that of John S. Coker, a resident of former Eramosa Township who was killed in action during the First World War. Almost a century after his death, accounts of his life remain a source of inspiration to many of Coker’s descendents. “He was my great uncle and his memory in our family remains strong to this day,�

Ken Coker of Acton wrote in a letter to the Advertiser. “There has always been great pride in our family in John S. Coker and the sacrifices he endured.�

Ken was subsequently gra-

cious enough to share some insight into his great uncle’s life. The following account is derived from a combination of Coker’s service records and events described in Shock Troops by Tim Cook and Silent Witness by Herbert Wood and John Sweetnam, as well as photos and Ken’s recollection of family stories.

John S. Coker was born March 2, 1885 in Eramosa, the son of John and Hannah (nee Bolton) Coker. His parents were residents of RR 3, Rockwood.

Coker worked as a carpenter and was also an accomplished woodsman in his prewar days. He also spent five years in the 30th Wellington Rifles militia unit.

He travelled to Edmonton sometime around 1912, joining friend J. Dewey Soper for an expedition that lasted for approximately one year in the Peace River District in northwestern Alberta. “The experience north of Edmonton was probably an excellent prep for John for the conditions he would face on the Western Front,� wrote Ken. Coker enlisted in the Canadian Army in September 1914. He initially signed on with the 9th Battalion of the Canadian Expeditionary Force and his unit sailed for Britain on Oct. 3 as part of what is believed to have been the single largest convoy ever to sail from Canada, carrying 30,000 Continued on page 9

A hero’s early days - John S. Coker, left, and friend J. Dewey Soper stand in front of a cabin they built in the Peace River District in northwestern Alberta in 1913. Both men were originally from the area around Rockwood, but went on a year-long expedition in Alberta together. Coker left and joined the army in 1914 and was killed in action in 1917. Meanwhile, Soper went on to become an explorer and naturalist, including several expeditions to the Arctic, and serving as Chief Federal Wildlife Officer for Alberta, Yukon and Northwest Territories. He died in 1982. submitted photo

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Soldier’s 1944 letter brings experience of Second World War to life

by Chris Daponte ELORA - Connie Nicoll admits her wartime memories are a bit “hazy,� but she remembers Bob Dixson well.

She met the Hamilton area resident, who was a member of the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highlanders, while she worked as a Bell telephone operator at Base Borden in Simcoe County.

Nicoll, who was originally from Weston and now lives in Elora, said she was good friends with Dixson. After he was sent to Europe, Dixson continued to write Nicoll, but she is unaware of what became of her friend. “I have a feeling he did make it home, but I never did find out,� she said.

The following is a shortened version of the only letter that Nicoll still has, written by Dixson on Oct. 28, 1944 while

on active duty in Holland.

Dear Connie: Just received your air mail letter of 24 September, 1944.

By the time you receive this you should have a couple of letters I mailed a while ago ...

I just came back out for a breather last night to have the first bath and haircut I’ve had in six weeks.

At present I’m sitting in a Dutch house which has had the windows blown out and part of the roof is missing, but it’s at least out of artillery range for a change and you can take a deep breath. Outside it’s raining cats and dogs and a real cold October night.

I drew my monthly ration of whiskey today and that’s going to keep me warm in my bed roll tonight; a whole quart of Johnny Walkers Special, it costs us 100 francs (Belgian) and the ration is

one quart per month to officers; the men get beer.

Speaking of getting warm, I blush when I tell you this but I’m afraid I have sinned greatly. I slept with a young Dutch girl in my bedroll last night just like For Whom the Bell Tolls ... I’ll give you a description of her: blonde, curly hair, blue eyes ... weight 56 lbs no more, age about 3 or 4 years. Some romance eh! ... The cutest wee kid I ever laid eyes on [Dixson, who was jokingly teasing Nicoll, found the young girl alone and crying, so he comforted her and later reunited her with her parents] ...

The civies are in the pocket and all we can do is hope we don’t hit them and the Germans make full use of that too. The boys say they’ve seen things like that a hundred and one times so it’s not important actually, but when it comes close to you, you

really feel it ...

As for the newspapers talking about this “do� being over, I wish they’d put their typewriters in their hip pockets and I could take them for a little walk. They might get the idea to put the victory ballyhoo back in the box and get us some reinforcements and supplies, because if this thing is due to collapse soon, everybody knows about it but Jerry, and he is the guy who should be told.

As for wanting to have a go at the Japs (providing this show ends and I’m still alive) ... the answer is most definitely NO, in fact they’ll have to send me in chains ... If I ever get out of this show in one piece, I’ll never lay hands on so much as an air rifle again. I’ve seen enough killing and hell to last me a lifetime.

I used to think my hand didn’t shake very much, but I know it does now ...

Infantry is the thing if a guy really wants to fight and really get introduced to Jerry ...

Well Connie, don’t take anything I said to heart, I’m just letting off steam. We manage to hear the odd news broadcast and see the newspapers now and then and get an idea what the outside world seems to think and ... it makes your hair curl at some of the crazy ideas they get.

I saw one where the headlines say “Enemy short of guns� at the same time he was shelling hell out of us, at least we’d never

notice it.

Remember the movie at the Alexandra, well that’s pale and weak to what it’s really like. That was taken before they really got going. Don’t get the idea I’m a hero, I’m not but I’ve got a lot of company and the whole gang deserve leather medals for the show we just finished.

Well Connie, its 21:00 so I’m going to close now ... Write soon and often; it’s good to hear from civilization now and then.

As ever, Bob.

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Remembrance Day Service at the Grand Valley Cenotaph, November 11, 2012 at 10:30 a.m.

In the event of inclement weather the service will be held in the Grand River room at the Grand Valley & District Community Centre, 90 Main St. N. Refreshments will be served following the service.

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Please join us for our annual Remembrance Day Service to be held on:

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Location: The Rockwood Cenotaph (at Main Street South and Guelph Street in Rockwood) Participants will assemble at 10:30 a.m. at the Rockwood Post Office. The parade will proceed to the Cenotaph, which is located at the corner of Main Street South (Highway 7) and Guelph Street in Rockwood, Ontario. After the service, the parade will march to the Church Hall at St. John’s Anglican Church (on Main Street) for refreshments.

Please note, the Ministry of Transportation and County of Wellington have authorized the Township of Guelph/Eramosa to temporarily close a portion of Highway No. 7, between Fourth Line (Wellington County Road 44) to Milton Eramosa Townline in the Township of Guelph/Eramosa during the Service. In addition, there will be temporary road closures on local streets surrounding the cenotaph during the Service. Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.

The Township of Guelph/Eramosa and the Grade 7 & 8 classes of the Rockwood Centennial Public School will also be holding a Service on Friday, November 9th at 11:00 am to which the public is welcome to attend.

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Proctor’s affinity for water made him a hero years before he joined Navy

by Chris Daponte FERGUS - Veteran Bob Proctor prefers to downplay his role in the Second World War, but truth be told, he was a local hero years before he even enlisted in the Navy.

The Fergus resident, now 86, recalls with remarkable detail the day he helped save a boy from drowning in the Grand River in June 1941.

Just 15 at the time, Proctor remembers his father at first scolding him for hanging around the river, but Proctor was later recognized by area officials for his efforts, including the presentation of a free membership at the local pool.

Decades later, as a tribute to his earlier heroics, as well as his invaluable contributions to the community - including many years as a volunteer firefighter, Legion member and lacrosse coach - Proctor was presented another membership to the renovated community centre and pool at the

Sixty-eight years later - Fergus’ Bob Proctor, now 86 (above right), volunteered for the Navy in 1944 at age 18, left. sportsplex in Fergus.

“I always loved the water,” Proctor said with a smile.

In fact, his affinity for all things aquatic played a large role in his decision to volunteer for the armed forces in 1944 at age 18. “I went with the Navy because that’s what I wanted,” he said.

Proctor, who was born in northern Ireland and brought by his parents to the Centre Wellington area in 1930, said

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his uncle Samuel Proctor’s service in WWI with the Royal Irish Rifles also had an influence on his decision.

Years later, Proctor would look back at a school photo from 1936 and realize he wasn’t the only one in his class that volunteered.

“Pretty well all of them were in the service - and quite a few women too,” he said.

He explained a group of nine young men from his area

was sent to Winnipeg for basic training and then on to the former Cornwallis training base in Nova Scotia.

Following training, in late 1944, Proctor was posted to the ship HMCS La Hulloise, on which he spent several months patrolling Canadian waters in the Atlantic. He says he didn’t see any real action, noting much of the Navy’s work was completed by that time and the surrender of Germany followed shortly thereafter in May 1945.

Proctor expected to be transferred to the Pacific, but the decommissioning of his ship, as well as several other logistical moves and the eventual surrender of Japan in August 1945, meant he was spared further duty.

“All I got out of the Pacific War was the needles to go,” Proctor recalls with a smile.

Following his discharge, he returned to the Fergus area, worked at GSW for over 40 years (his father also worked

at the business, which was formerly owned by the Beatty Brothers), and married his wife Annie in 1951. The couple, who still live in Fergus, had four children (though two of their sons have passed away), and have five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Several years ago he was inducted into the local sports hall of fame in recognition of his role as a local lacrosse coach and builder.

Like countless veterans from the area, Proctor joined the Elora Legion in part because Fergus was still a “dry” town at the time of his discharge after the war. He adds his uncle Samuel was Sergeant at Arms at the Elora branch.

“They were so good to him, I felt obligated to join [in Elora],” said Proctor.

He has been a member there for 68 years and while he no longer takes part in the annual Remembrance Day parade, he makes a point of attending

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“I like to sit down with the boys and reminisce,” he said, pausing for a moment. “But there’s not that many of us left anymore.”

For him, the day is a time to think about fellow servicemen who were a bit older than him and thus served longer in WWII - many of whom are now deceased.

“They went through a lot more than I ever did,” he said.

Of course, a few moments will also be dedicated to remembering those who did not return home at all from the war. He noted there are 21 photos of those individuals displayed at the Fergus Legion.

“I knew of 20 of them,” he said solemnly.

Given that, he tends to dismiss his own role in serving his country.

“I was a volunteer ... I just did what I was ordered to do, that’s all I can say,” he told the Advertiser.

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Coker turned down officer’s commission to stay with men he was leading FROM PAGE SIX troops.

Upon arrival in England, his contingent was camped out at Salisbury Plain, spending a miserable winter in tents.

The 9th was later designated a reserve battalion, so Coker was transferred to the 3rd (Toronto) Battalion in 1915 prior to shipping out to France.

This battalion is perpetuated today by the Queen’s Own Rifles and the Royal Regiment of Canada.

Coker’s unit was part of the Second Canadian Division that arrived in France in the summer of 1915.

“The remaining months of 1915 saw no major battles in the Canadian sector but there was still plenty of trench raiding and other hostile activity

going on,” said Ken. He added that fortunately, Coker’s unit arrived after the first use of poison gas on Canadian troops, but water in the trenches was knee deep and illness was widespread.

A crack shot, Coker did service as a sniper and led his men through much action, including at Mount Sorel, Somme, FleurCourcelette, Anchor Heights, Arras, Vimy, Arleaux and Passchendaele.

Coker was promoted corporal, in the field, on March 19, 1916 and raised three months later, in the field, to sergeant.

He was later offered an officer’s commission but turned it down to remain with the men he was leading.

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Coker’s unit was initially held in reserve. They were finally committed, along with the 4th Battalion, to capture the last two lines of resistance: the “blue” and “brown” lines.

They spent the first two hours of their advance simply struggling across the battlefield and making their way through bodies, shell holes and other fresh carnage before reaching the new front line.

Awarded Military Medal They then followed a creeping artillery barrage to capture the blue line. The barrage started up again and both battalions advanced on the brown line, which was in the heart of the German defences. The taking of the brown line completed the battle for Vimy Ridge.

Coker was posthumously

awarded the Military Medal in July 1917. He died of serious wounds on May 3, 1917 at the age of 32. His grave is one of 2,771 Commonwealth graves from the First World War in the Aubigny Communal Cemetery Extension in Pas de Calais.

“Surviving First World War veterans described [Coker] to my grandfather as the ‘old soldier’ - one of the few left in 1917 of the first Canadian contingent that had gone overseas in 1914,” Ken wrote.

“His letters home indicated near the end of his life that he knew the trauma of trench warfare had permanently scarred him and also that it was unlikely he would ever see home again,” Ken said.

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Kayak athlete earns top spot on Canadian Junior team - sets sight on international waters

by Kelly Waterhouse ELORA - The temperature may be dropping but until the rushing waters of the Grand River freeze up with chunks of ice, Sydney Nixon will head to the rapids with her kayak.

It’s a refreshing reminder of her goals ahead, as she sets her sights on representing Canada at the 2013 International Canoe Federation (ICF) World Championships next fall.

“It’s pretty cold, but it’s just a different temperature,” Nixon said, adding that the skills and challenges required are no different. “I paddle until there is too much ice, then I train in flat water in an indoor pool.”

The Grade 10 student at Centre Wellington District High School has been kayaking for just two years, but her commitment to the sport earned her first place in the junior girls (under 18) standings at the Canadian team trials last August, held at Gull River in Minden.

Paddling on - Sydney Nixon earned top spot on the Canadian Kayak team in the Junior Girls competition and is set to take on the world at the 2013 ICF World Championships next September.

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“In the next year, I hope to place in the top three at World’s and place high in other

competitions too,” Nixon said.

“The field is open to whatever you can compete in.”

Sportsmanship - The Centre Wellington Minor Lacrosse Pee Wee 3 team were one of three teams to be awarded the Zone 8 lacrosse most sportsmanlike title for the 2012 season. submitted photo

To accomplish that Nixon will continue to kayak whenever she can, including frequent trips to Minden, the Elora Gorge and other white water rapid sights while saving up to attend a summer development program held in Ottawa, taught by some of the world’s best kayakers. She is also starting cross training.

“In this sport, you need to be really persistent,” Nixon confirms. “You have to have good balance, and a lot of upper body strength. And you can’t have any fear of water.”

These are all skills Nixon credits her mother, Kim Jefferson, and step-father Bob Grassing, who also acts as her coach, for teaching her in and out of the kayak.

“I think because I live a two minute drive from the Elora Gorge, just living that close to it, and seeing my parents kayak, and other adults trying it out, kayaking around the Tooth of Time ... it made me want to

try it.”

Her success in the sport has inspired her to set her goals for the ICF Championships on the Nantahala River in the Smokie Mountain region of North Carolina on Sept. 2 to 8, 2013.

The premiere freestyle kayak event is slated to draw over 300 top freestyle paddlers from around the world, as well as thousands of spectators.

“I love the adrenaline,” Nixon said, “and the fact that there is not a lot of people who are doing it here.”

Nixon is also inspired by the future of the sport.

“Kayaking is a demo sport in the 2016 Olympics,” Nixon explains. “I hope for it to be a sport in the 2020 Olympics.”

It’s not an unrealistic goal for the young athlete to steer herself in that direction, but first, she needs to get her credentials in as many competitions as she can.

In an expensive sport, the costs are a constant challenge,

but one her family insists they will paddle through together.

Fundraising efforts have begun through Joanie’s Crafts, Gifts and Stained Glass at 116 St. Andrew St. W., in Fergus.

Owned by Jefferson, the store will have special merchandise for the holiday season with sales going to support Nixon’s fees for future competitions, coaching and equipment.

“The Canadian team has sponsors, but they all train out of the Ottawa region and I need to keep working here,” Nixon said. “It can be an expensive sport, especially the equipment.”

Future fundraising events are being considered for the new year.

For more information or to support Nixon on her international goal, contact Bob Grassing at bgrassing@gmail. com or Joanie’s Crafts, Gifts and Stained Glass at 519-7877063.

Coaching recognition - Zone 8 lacrosse has named John Clayton, far left, as Coach of the Year. Clayton led the Centre Wellington Bantam Girls to the A Championship at provincials in Whitby this August. submitted photo

Zone 8 recognizes CWMLA teams CENTRE WELLINGTON - The Centre Wellington Minor Lacrosse Association (CWMLA) announced last week that members of the Zone 8 lacrosse teams had been awarded most sportsmanlike team awards.

Included in the group were the Novice 3, Pee Wee 3 and Bantam 2 teams.

Zone 8 Lacrosse also honoured John Clayton, coach of the Bantam Girls Team with the “Coach of the Year” award.

“CWML would like to congratulate John and everyone from the teams above on a great 2012 season,” said Stephanie Klages, CWMLA communications director.

Sportsmanlike - The Centre Wellington Minor Lacrosse Novice 3 team, pictured here, and the Pee Wee 3 and Bantam 2 teams were named the most sportsmanlike in the Zone 8 lacrosse league.

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Celebrating a third win - The Minor Atom AE team picked up their third win of the season beating Caledon handily 7-2 in Elora recently. Scoring for Centre Wellington were Aidan Mead (3), Luke Ellery (2), Kelsi Mallany and Blake Harrison with one each. In goal for the win was Ayden Ballantyne.

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Wellington - Second Section The Wellington Advertiser, May 6, InsideInside Wellington - Second Section of TheofWellington Advertiser, Friday,Friday, November 2, 2011 2012 PAGE PAGE FIFTEEN ELEVEN

Trinity United Church’s 3rd Annual

Christmas Bazaar The best Bazaar around for Christmas Shopping

FROM PAGE TWO sion. Call 519-232-1591 or 519-638-3324. *** Palmerston and District Hospital Auxiliary Annual Christmas Bazaar. 10am-2pm at the Palmerston Community Centre. *** Listowel & District Right to Life annual dinner and silent auction fundraiser. Bethel Christian Reformed Church, 345 Elizabeth St. E. Listowel. 6pm. Tickets $25. Please call for more details.

Donna Vollmer 519-638-3758. *** Adult / Senior Ice Skating 8pm-9:50pm. Exhibition Park Arena, Guelph. Cost - $7 per person. Join us for fun, exercise, music and friendship. *** Holly Fair Bazaar – 9am- 1:30pm. Trinity United Church, 400 Stevenson St. N., Guelph. Live & Silent Auctions, etc. Breakfast with Santa - 8:30-10am, $5 including picture. Tearoom 10:30am1pm, $5. *** Christmas Bazaar Trinity United Church 70 Mill Street, Acton.

9am-2pm. Baked goods, Gifts Baskets, Gingerbread cookies and houses and more.

Sun. Nov 11

Agenda For Remembrance. Harriston Legion Branch 296. Parade 10:30am. Cenotaph service 11am. Auditorium service to follow. *** Remembrance Day Banquet. Harriston Legion Branch 296. Social Hour 4pm. Dinner at 5pm. Tickets: Adults $16, Children 12 and under $8. Guest speaker Sandi Stapleford. For more info. 519338-2843. *** Remembrance Day Service. 10:30am. Grand Valley Cenotaph.

If inclement weather the service will be held in the Grand Valley River Room at the Grand Valley & District Community Centre, 90 Main Street N. Refreshments will be served following the service. *** Royal Canadian Legion Branch 275 Fergus Remembrance Service at Fergus Cenotaph 10:45 am. Remembrance Dinner, Fergus Legion, 6pm. Guest Speaker is Gene Miso, author of the book “We’ll Never Forget”.

Mon. Nov 12

Until November 17. Library Book Sale: Cash only. Grand Valley Public Library, 4 Amaranth St. E., Grand Valley. 519-928-5622.

Tues. Nov.13

Pepper Cards. Harriston Legion #296. 1:30pm sharp.

Wed. Nov.14

Rockwood & District Lioness Euchre, Rockmosa Community Centre, Rockwood at 7pm. $5 a person. Lunch & prizes to follow. *** Guelph Guild of Storytellers. Modern and traditional stories for Adults and Teens. 7pm. Main Branch of the Guelph Public Library, 100 Norfolk. New tellers welcome. Short open mic time.

Location varies. 519-767-0017. *** The Grand Quilt Guild meetings. Royal Canadian Legion Branch 275, 500 Blair Street, Fergus. All welcome. Door open at 7pm. *** The 4th annual JOY Gala “A Night to Remember” 7-9:30pm.

Fabulous Fashions and Silent Auction featuring the downtown Guelph boutiques. Call for tickets: 519-265-4299 or 519-8368141. *** Turkey Dinner at Trinity United Church, Grand Valley. Continuous buffet 4:15-7pm. Adults-$12,Children age 5-12-$5,preschoolfree. Limited amount of tickets being sold. Advance tickets only.

Call 519-928-5627 or 519-928-3007. *** Euchre. Harriston Legion #296. 8pm. Light Lunch provided. $5/ person. Bring a partner.

Fri. Nov. 16

Christmas In The Lobby, Groves Hospital, Fergus. 9am-2pm.

Visit our baked goods, New to You, Loonie, Toonie and Silent Auction tables. Check the Gift Shop for sale items and draw tickets. All Proceeds To Groves Memorial Community Hospital. *** Nov. 16 & 17- The 8th annual Christmas Joy Home Tour. Friday 4:30-9:30pm and Saturday 10-5 pm. Tickets $30. Featuring 8 homes decorated for Christmas in the Guelph and Rockwood areas. Contact Didi at 519-836-8115. *** All You Can Eat Wings/ Pub Night, Harriston Legion # 296.

6:30pm till we run out. $12 per person. Entertainment provided.

Call 519-338-2843. *** The Door Youth Centre annual dinner and silent auction at St. John’s Parish, Arthur. Tickets $12. Ham & scalloped potatoes.

For tickets call Jeff and Shari Shoemaker 519-848-3181.

Sat. Nov. 17

Hilltop Singers 7-8:30pm at Palmerston Presbyterian church. Free will offering. For info. call 519-343-3805. *** Suzuki String School of Guelph’s upcoming fall open house, which will be from 11:30-1:30. Admission and parking: free. Call Paule Barsalou, artistic director 519-836-3798 for information. *** Community craft sale. 9:30am-1:30pm. Evergreen Seniors community centre, 683 Woolwich St. Guelph 519-823-1291.

Homemade jewellery, knitting, gift card, crafts and much more.

Saturday, November 10, open 9am-2pm *** Live and Silent Charity Auction. Antiques, vacations, art work, gourmet dinners and more. Proceeds to preserve Dublin Street United Church, a heritage landmark in Guelph. Silent auction 6:30pm in the church hall at 68 Suffolk St. W., Guelph, live auction 8:30pm. $10 admission includes refreshments. For tickets or more info. call 519-821-0610 x 221. *** Johnny Heaman Band, Harriston Legion Branch 296. $12/ person.

8pm. Light Lunch provided. *** Vegas Night. Maryhill Knights of Columbus. Bridgeport Rod & Gun, 1229 Beitz Road, RR1, Breslau. 519-648-2633. 8pm.

Quilts and prizes to be won. All proceeds to charity. Call Mike Runstedler 519-648-3394, Doug Zinger 519-648-2939. *** Sleigh Bell Fantasy. St. George’s Church, 99 Woolwich St., Guelph. 519-822-1366. 11am-2pm. Gifts, attic treasures, raffle, baking and more. Lunch, adults $6, children $2. *** Scottish Heritage Dinner. 6pm at Knox-Elora Presbyterian Church. Tickets - adults $15, 8 & under $7. Call 519-846-0680. *** Drayton Christmas Craft Show. Local Vendors, Door-Prizes, Penny Table, Light Lunch. 10am-2pm. Admission: Free.

Donations to Food Bank appreciated. Drayton Community Centre 68 Main St. Drayton. *** Adult / Senior Ice Skating 8pm - 9:50pm. Exhibition Park Arena, Guelph. Cost - $7 per person. Join us for fun, exercise, music and friendship. *** Christmas Craft and Bake Sale. Burns Presbyterian Church, 155 Main Street Erin. 10am-3pm. Huge selection. *** Country Dance. Alma Community Hall. $10. Dance to Country Troubadours. *** H.O.P.E. Workshop: Supporting Someone with Mental Health Issues. 9:30–3pm. Are you a caregiver, friend, or family member supporting someone with mental health issues, who is over the age of 18? Free workshop that focuses on YOU the support person.

Topics include signs and symptoms, stigma, selfcare, medication, recovery, boundary setting, legal issues, crisis system, resources.

Claire Stewart Medical Clinic. Lunch provided. Register now by calling Mandy 519-323-0255 X5083. Space limited.

Santa’s Workshop

at Trinity United Church, 70 Mill St., Acton Baked Goods, Gifts Baskets, Gingerbread, Hand Crafted Sewing, Homemade Jams & Jellies and Christmas Pudding.

Enjoy Coffee Cake, Muffins & Tea Biscuits with Coffee & Tea in our Cafe while shopping!

Arthur Agricultural Society

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Entertainment Evening with the Muir Family

Saturday November 17th

Arthur & Area Community Centre Social 6:00pm Dinner 7:00pm Tickets $24 - Group of 10 or more $20

Reserve your tickets or table by calling 519-848-5917

Sun. Nov.18

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

Everyone is welcome. *** Jamboree. Harriston Legion # 296. $5. Entertainment 1pm.

Supper $10, served at 4:30pm. Musicians, Singers, Dancers and Spectators Welcome. For more information call 519-338-2843. *** Pyjama & Stuffed Toy Drive. Help families & children in need in our community. Please bring a pair of new pyjamas or a clean stuffed toy to the Healthy Choices Wellness Show. 10:30-4:30pm.

Delta Hotel & Conference Centre, 50 Stone Road W., Guelph.

Tickets $10, $5 with donation. www.powerofhopeontario.ca.

Ages Zero-Adult - M/F.

Mon. Nov. 19

Elmira & District Horticultural Society. “Christmas Decorating with Darlene Aberle” Trinity United Church, 7:30pm. Everyone Welcome.

Tues. Nov. 20

Cancer Support Group. Upper Grand 753 Tower St. S. Wheelchair accessible. 1st Wednesday of the month lunch out. Contact Joyce 519-843-3213 or Judy 519-843-3947 Ext. 100. *** The Royal Canadian Legion Br. 234, 57 Watson Parkway S., Guelph is holding their Seniors Day. Registration is at 1:30, games start at 2pm. Euchre, bid euchre, cribbage, shuffleboard and darts. Beef stew dinner $7, served at 5pm. *** Pepper Cards. Harriston Legion #296. 1:30pm sharp. *** Guelph Township Horticultural Society Pot Luck Supper at Marden Community Centre & Library Bldg. 6:30pm. Please bring a food to share and your own dishes and cutlery. Prize Money for the year will be paid. Annual meeting and installation of new Officers. 7368 Wellington County Rd. 30. Contact: 519822-5289. *** Beginnings Family Services, Guelph “Chocolate Extravaganza” fundraising event. 7-9pm, at Crestwicke Baptist Church, 400 Speedvale Ave. East, Guelph. Admission is free, but we will have a free will offering at the event (with a suggested donation of $25/person). The Chocolate Extravaganza event includes special music, theatre entertainment inspired by the theme of chocolate, Christmas shopping, a silent auction, client stories and of course Chocolate! Please contact Heather Teeter at 519-763-7980 for more info. *** Open House. Welcome-guests and former members to the celebration of the 10th. anniversary of the Mount Forest Motivators Toastmasters Club. 7-9pm at 485 King St. E. and London Road, Mount Forest.

wed. Nov. 21

Orangeville & Area M.S. Support Group. 3rd Wednesday of each month, 7-9pm. Westside Secondary School, Rm.#124. 300 Alder St., Orangeville. Call Diane 519-941-3712. ***

Here’s How it Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! Find the answer below.

Horoscopes - For the Second week of November ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 This is the time to get started on long-overdue work, Aries. Things will go smoothly if you focus all of your attention on the tasks at hand and avoid distractions.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, do not worry about being productive all of the time. You need to recharge to be in top form when you are called into action. Tuesday could be busy.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, expect some additional energy that enables you to sail through tasks at work in record speed. The sky is the limit when you have so much energy.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, there are certain tasks that you may find you cannot complete on your own. That is when you should delegate or ask someone with more experience to help you.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, it’s smart if you hold your tongue for a few days until a situation at home has a chance to blow over. Otherwise you can run the risk of escalating things unnecessarily.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, if there’s something that you have wanted to try, such as a hobby or sport, now is the time to do so.

You have the confidence needed to try different things.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 What you need most of all this week is to escape the confines of the four walls and simply spend plenty of time outdoors, Libra. Your mind will be cleansed.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, adventure brings excitement and you are ready for some creative flow of energy and a change of pace. Keep your eyes peeled for all of the opportunities coming your way.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, this week you will take steps toward getting more organized at work and at home. Clean out drawers and closets and remove any clutter that has accumulated.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 You may face a decision that gives you pause from an ethical or humanitarian standpoint, Capricorn. Give it some thought before deciding what to do.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, this week you may want to make a second attempt at something that didn’t quite work out the first time. You may be surprised by the results this time around.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, your innovative approach could certainly work in your favor this week. Don’t be afraid to apply this approach to your finances.

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NOVEMBER COMMITTEE MEETING DATES

November 8

9:00 am

Land Division and Planning

Administration Centre, Keith Room

November 13

9:00 am 1:00 pm

Roads Solid Waste Services

Administration Centre, Keith Room Administration Centre, Keith Room

November 14

9:00 am 1:30 pm 4:30 pm

Police Services Social Services Information, Heritage and Seniors

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

November 20

10:00 am 1:00 pm

Economic Development Administration, Finance and Personnel

Administration Centre, Guthrie Room Administration Centre, Guthrie Room

November 29

10:00 am

County Council

Administration Centre, Council Chambers

COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTRE, 74 WOOLWICH STREET, GUELPH | WELLINGTON TERRACE, 474 WELLINGTON ROAD 18, FERGUS PLEASE CALL DONNA BRYCE, COUNTY CLERK, AT: 519.837.2600, EXT. 2520* TO CONFIRM MEETING DATES AND TIMES, AS MEETINGS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

HOMELESSNESS AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING FORUMS The County of Wellington invites you to attend one of the following community forums to discuss creative, local solutions to address the issues surrounding Homelessness and Affordable Housing in our community: Wednesday, November 14 Arthur Area Community Centre, Upper Hall 158 Domville Street, Arthur 10:00 am - 12:30 pm (Lunch to follow) Thursday, November 15 Innovation Guelph, 3rd Floor 111 Farquhar Street., Guelph 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Light refreshments will be provided) These interactive town hall meetings will provide participants with an opportunity to contribute to the creation of a 10-year Housing and Homelessness Action Plan for Guelph and Wellington County. This plan will address a full range of housing issues for low-income residents, from homelessness to affordable home ownership.

RSVP by Monday, November 12 Eleanor Baily E: eleanorb@wellington.ca T: 519.837.2670 x 3230 CONTACT

Eden Grodzinski E: eden@jpmc.ca T: 519.830. 7254

ALTERNATE FORMATS OF THIS PUBLICATION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. Accessibility Clerk 519.837.2600 x 2373 or accessibility@wellington.ca

REMEMBRANCE DAY CLOSURES All County of Wellington offices, library branches (except Aboyne and Marden) and the Museum and Archives will be closed on Monday, November 12.

OCTOBER COUNcil HIGHLIGHTS • Council approved the design of the Fergus Library Branch.

• The County Emergency Management Team participated in the Huron Challenge Mock Emergency October 15-17. Several agencies and municipalities took part in the exercise.

This training provides staff with real life emergency experience.

• The County presented Guelph-Wellington Crime Stoppers with a cheque for $1,136.66.

Proceeds from the annual County Police Auction.

• The Willowdale Child Care and Learning Centre officially re-opened its doors at 95 Willow Road in Guelph on October 29.

World Book Web World Book Encyclopedia has been an important resource for accurate information for years. Now, you can access full-length articles, interactive maps, timelines, and more at the library or at home through the Wellington County Library website.

Simply visit www.wellington.ca/Library and go to “Online Resources.”

World Book Web for Kids is great for younger students to use for homework assignments or just to discover something new. World Book Online Info Finder is a general resource that includes encyclopedia articles, maps, photos, videos and related resources. Browse current events, learn how to do more efficient research, or explore the Biography Centre.

Dig even deeper with World Book Online Reference Centre. Find scholarly articles, primary source documents, e-books, and a variety of multimedia resources.

Interested in World War I? You’ll find articles on the war, Sir Robert Borden, the League of Nations, and more. You’ll also discover Primary Sources such as a newspaper article on the Sinking of the Lusitania and a diplomatic correspondence regarding Belgian Neutrality.

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