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Second Section November 23, 2012

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150 Albert St., W., FERGUS Over 30 Exhibitors with one-of-a-kind hand crafted items!

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Marsville Christmas Concert Friday December 7th & Saturday December 8th 7:30pm Marsville Hall

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Scott Woods Old Time Christmas Saturday Dec. 8th 7:00 pm Erin Centre 2000 14 Boland Dr., Erin

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The Donkey Sanctuary of Canada Farm will be open December 2, 9, 16, 23 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Weather permitting. For four special Open Days this winter. We invite you to enjoy time with the donkeys, enjoy refreshments and more. Donations are always appreciated. For more information and a map, please visit www. thedonkeysanctuary.ca or call 519-836-1697. 6981 Puslinch Concession 4, Guelph.

fri. Nov. 23

Cranberry Market. 7-11pm. Unique artisans, café, musical entertainment, auction preview. $2 Admission. Trillium Waldorf School, 540 Victoria Road North, Guelph, 519-821-5140. *** Brighton Chapter #201 O.E.S. Euchre in the Masonic Hall, 310 St. Andrew St. E. Fergus. 7:30pm. Lunch will be served. Call Betty at 519-787-8250. *** Trillium Auction, November 23rd 7pm to December 8, 3pm ~ Bid ONLINE on local experiences, gifts and indulgences. Proceeds to Trillium Waldorf School. Contact Connie at 519-821-5140. www. trilliumauction.ca. *** Turkey Dinner and Silent Auction at Erin United Church. 5, 6, & 7 pm. Tickets at (519) 833-9808. Take-out meals available.

Sat. Nov. 24

Marsville Lions Community Breakfast. $5 per person. Marsville Community Centre. Last Saturday of every month. 7:30-10:30am.

Also, recycling of wine bottles, beer bottles and cans, pop cans. *** Saturday Night Dance at the Elora Legion featuring the Country Versatiles. Starts at 8pm. Cost $10 per person, lunch provided.

Call 519-846-0830. *** Grand Valley Santa Claus Parade. Theme - A Modern Christmas 7-9pm. Free Hot Chocolate, Free Skating. Bring your camera to take a photo with Santa. Award for best float. *** The Royal Canadian Legion Br. 234, 57 Watson Parkway S., Christmas Craft and Bake Sale. 10am-3pm. *** Christmas Bazaar, Craft and Bake Sale at Arkell United Church 10am-3pm. Penny table, silent auction, bake sale and crafts.

Lunch. Vendors contact Penny at 519-822-6709. Tables $10. *** Rockwood Lioness Craft and Bazaar Sale. 9am-1pm, Rockmosa Community Centre, Rockwood. Baking, crafts, penny table, tea tables. *** Christmas Bazaar and Hot Luncheon, Mount Forest United Church, 10am-2pm. Lunch 11am-1pm. Silent auction, baking, candy, preserves, crafts and much more. *** Arthur United Church Women Poinsettia Luncheon. Bake table, touch and take table. 11:30am-1:30pm. Arthur United Church. All welcome. *** Weber Family Christmas craft and bake sale at Harriston Public Library. 9am-4pm. Free admission, door prizes and refreshments. *** Country Breakfast at Rockwood United Church, Harris Street, Rockwood. Adults $7, Children $5 and Families $20. 8am-11am.

Tickets available at the door. All welcome. For more information call 519-856-4160. *** Knox Presbyterian Church, Palmerston Bazaar. 10am-1pm. Soup and sandwich luncheon, bake table, gift table, “new to you” table. *** Erin Lions Club Santa Claus Parade. 1:30pm. Come enjoy or enter a float. Contact Don for more info. dcovert123@hotmail.com. *** St. James Anglican Church Fergus, “Home for the Christmas” Luncheon and bazaar. 11am- 2pm. Crafts, baking, toonie table and draws. Lunch. Adults $8, Children $4. All Welcome. *** Arthur Opti Mrs. Santa Claus Parade. 7pm. Arthur Public School, Conestoga Street, Arthur. All floats to arrive at APS 6-6:30pm.

Theme: Christmas in Hollywood. Contact Susan O’Neill 519-8482903. Children can visit Santa at fire hall after parade. *** Arthur Legion Br. 226. Karaoke 8:30pm. *** Eden Mills Christmas Bazaar, at the community hall, from 12 -2pm. Great Penny Table, bake tables, Christmas wreaths and arrangements, arts and crafts, jewellery and much more. Tea Room. Wheelchair accessible. *** Join us for a beautiful 15Km hike in the Hockley Valley. Meet Lynn (519-780-0342), by 9am at Guelph’s covered bridge on Gordon St. to carpool. Bring water and lunch. Pub stop after hike. *** Join the Elora Lions Club following the Elora Santa Claus parade at the KIPPovens in Bissell Park for a ‘Meet and Greet’ Santa Claus plus family festivities. *** Annual Bazaar and Dutch Luncheon. Emmanuel Christian High School. 10am-2pm. Baking, crafts, Christmas wreaths and arrangements, poinsettias and so much more. Lots of activities and shows for the kids to enjoy. Stay for a delicious Dutch lunch and treat yourself to our specialty desserts in the Tea Room. 8037 Wellington Rd. 19 Fergus. *** Jamboree - Doors open at 12:30pm. Dinner at 5pm. Take out meals at 5:30pm. Erin Legion, Branch 442.

Holidays Happen. 9am-1pm: Craft and vendor sale in support of Salem School Council play structure maintenance. At Elora Community Centre. Free admission. *** Elora Legion Branch 229 Annual Fundraising Bake Sale. 2-4pm before the Santa Claus Parade. *** Italian Supper and Family Fun night, 6-9pm. Pasta, lasagna, garlic bread, desserts and refreshments plus games and a movie. $10 14 and over, $5 4-13. Three Willows United Church, 577 Willow Road, Guelph. Limited seating. Purchase or reserve your tickets by noon, November 23, by calling 519-822-7690. *** Elora United Church Bake Sale, crafts and Grandma’s attic. Soup and sandwich lunch. 9am-1pm. *** Italian Supper and Family Fun night, 6 to 9 pm. $10 - 14 and over, $5 - 4 - 13, Free for children three and under. Three Willows United Church, 577 Willow Road, Guelph. Limited seating. *** Christmas Craft Show at Arthur Legion Br. 226, 10:00 am. – 2:00 p.m. For more info call Nancy 519-848-5702. *** Animals Homeward Bound Book and Bake Sale, 10am - 4pm at St. John’s Anglican Church Hall, 112 Maint St. N., Rockwood. All proceeds go to our non-profit rescue organization. *** Christmas Tree Lighting in the Village of Hillsburgh 5:30 p.m.

Sun. Nov. 25

The Puslinch Optimist Club Annual Christmas Parade. 2pm.

Theme is “HO HO HO”. Floats wanted, please call John 519-8265750 or Sally 519-763-0202 to confirm your participation. *** Sundays @ 3 Concert Series, 3pm. In Anticipation of Christmas.

The Trillium Brass with Dublin Chancel Choir. Donations gratefully accepted. Admission at the door: $20/Students $5. Dublin Street United Church, 68 Suffolk St. W. Guelph. 519-821-0610. *** Stone United Church presents the Cantata, “Follow the Star, Follow the King”, performed by the Speedside, Rockwood, Barrie Hill, and Stone United Church choirs. 7pm. 5370 Fourth Line Eramosa, Rockwood. Contact 519-833-2496 for more info. *** Cats Anonymous Rescue & Adoption Christmas Open House & Craft Sale. 10-3pm. 063055 Dufferin Road #3 (across from East Garafaxa School). Cat Toys, catnip mats, crafts, treats, baked goods, cat grass, gifts and much more. *** “Seasons in Song” at St. John’s United Church, Belwood. A musical jaunt through the calender ending with wonderful Christmas music. 7:30pm. A free will offering will be taken for the building fund. *** Elora Festival Singers presents “Amahl and the Night Visitors” 3pm at Knox Church in Elora. Tickets are $35 +hst, and $5 for children. For tickets call 519-846-0331. *** Sacred Heart (Guelph) CWL Christmas Bazaar 10am-2pm, in the school gym at 98 Alice St. Guelph. Hot lunch served. Admission free, everyone welcome. *** Dances, Classics and Christmas. 3pm, Knox Presbyterian Church, 20 Quebec St., Guelph, presents the Bellissima Ringers, a professional handbell quartet, and the fabulous 5-octave handbell ensemble, Bells Ablaze, in concert. Tickets: adults $20, seniors $15, students/children $10, available at the door and by reservation: 519-821-0141.

The Palmerston Legion invites you to come and join us for some toe tapping music, dancing and Great Company @ 1:00 pm, $5.

Stay for a delicious roast beef dinner served around 5 pm, $10. For More Info. Call Allan Toner (519) 343-2004.

Mon. Nov. 26

Rockwood Presbyterian Church Spaghetti Supper and Silent Auction. 6pm. Rockmosa Community Center. Adults-$12, Children $6 (6yrs-12 yrs). Advance Tickets only. For tickets, please phone Sue 519-856-4664 or Joan 519-856-2839. *** TOPS #ON 4913 Harriston Open House. 7:30-8:30pm. Harriston United Church (nursery). Elevator available. 519-338-3012.

Tues. Nov. 27

Maryborough (Moorefield) Horticultural Society Potluck Supper and Annual Meeting, 6:30pm. Moorefield Optimist Hall. “Show and Tell”. Everyone welcome. *** Guelph Horticultural Society Meeting. 7pm. Dublin Street United Church. 7pm. Penny Table - Bring your treasures and enjoy someone else’s. 8pm - guest speaker: Marie Decker who will be creating a holiday design. New members welcome. *** Wellington County Branch Ontario Genealogical Society. 7pm Zehrs Meeting Room - 2nd Floor, 1045 Paisley Road, Guelph.

Program: ‘The hotel visitors’ book: secrets, lies and everyday jottings’. Dr. Kevin James, University of Guelph, explores the value of the hotel register as an historical source. For further information visit: wellington@ogs.on.ca. *** Pepper Cards. Harriston Legion #296. 1:30pm sharp. *** The Learning Disabilities Association of Wellington County is hosting a technology workshop on “What’s New and Who’s Continued on page 11

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Bear Epp: Bringing Santa to town in style

by Kelly Waterhouse

ELORA - Santa’s workshop may be a flurry of activity in the North Pole, but there is another workshop in the village of Elora that is working hard to get Santa’s parade float ready for his big debut there on Nov. 24 for the Parade of Lights.

Elora artist Bear (Brenda) Epp has been commissioned by the Elora Lions Club to redesign the look of the man in red’s motorized parade float, from the reindeer to the sleigh and all points in between.

“We promised the community if we started to charge a fee to participate in the Elora parade, we would invest in it,” said Staci Barron, vice president of the Elora Lions Club. “We made good on our promise and hired an Olympiccalibre installation artist to get the job done.”

Barron is referring to Epp’s participation as both a set designer and volunteer in the opening and closing ceremonies of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics.

Having lived in Vancouver for 13 years, where Epp taught art to children from her studio and worked on private commissions, the opportunity to get involved with the Olympics was the chance of a lifetime.

“My neighbour was the head of the props for the Olympics and he wore a jacket that I designed to a party one night (it was glittered), and the senior production designer of the Olympics, Leslie Frankish, said, “Get me the name of the person who designed that.”

The rest is history.

Epp was granted an interview and an opportunity to provide artist concept drawings for the three-dimensional maple

leaf bandstands that stood before the musicians that performed for millions of viewers the world over with acts such as Michael Buble.

“It was very exciting and very nerve-racking,” Epp said.

The bandstands required Epp to coordinate efforts, using a wood-worker to build the structure of the music stands.

Epp’s vision was a stage spectacle that required 10,000 hand-pinned sequins into the giant foam structures. The pin cushions to hold the pins for the application process itself were six feet by four feet.

“The pins were so tiny.

They had to go through the hole in the sequin,” describes Epp, adding she had an assistant for that task.

“There was pounds and pounds of glitter for an ombre effect,” she said.

Her commissioned work was only part of the Olympic experience. As an official volunteer, her artistic talents were put to good use in other creative ways.

“I painted the canoes for the closing ceremony. They were originally all yellow and I painted them to look like birch bark canoes,” Epp explained.

She also painted the fleur-delis emblem on the canoes.

“It was a really great opportunity to be around all those people and see the performers come in and be around it all,” Epp said.

She described the camaraderie of the work behind the scenes, including the devastation for the workers who designed the Olympic cauldron’s hydraulic system, which malfunctioned during the opening ceremonies, when only

Olympic dazzle - Michael Buble performs at the closing ceremony of the 2010 Vancouver Olympics before a backdrop of maple leaf bandstands created by Elora artist Bear Epp, and featuring more than 10,000 hand-pinned sequins and many pounds of glitter. submitted photo

Sleigh ride - Elora Lions Club vice-president Staci Barron joins artist Bear Epp, with Elora Lions Club president John Morris trying out Santa’s sleigh, a refurbished antique owned by fellow club member Glenn Kelley.

COVER: Elora artist Bear Epp shows off several of the reindeer set to escort Santa’s sleigh in Elora on Nov. 24.

photos by Kelly Waterhouse

three of the four arms came up before it was lit.

“It was so sad. Those union guys, hard working men, were in tears,” she said, noting her respect for their dedication.

“We felt very fortunate to be a part of the excitement and the buzz at that time ... and when Canada won the hockey game, we could hear it from far away. Hockey games broke out all over Vancouver. It was a really great experience.

“I think that they (the Olympics) were fantastic,” Epp

mated.”

Epp says Barron approached her, on behalf of the Elora Lions, to discuss refurbishing the Santa Claus float.

“Centre Wellington has a plethora of talent with regards to the arts and it just seemed like a natural segueway to utilize the talent we have in order to amp up the quality and presentation of the parade,” said Barron.

Epp said, “I presented them, last winter, with a concept and drawings in a formal presenta-

“I don’t think you can get bigger than this, doing this [parade] for your town. It’s pretty exciting.”

- Bear Epp, Elora artist. said. “I was really proud.”

Two years ago, Epp found herself back in her home province, in her new community, Elora.

“I love the people and the community and I have had the opportunity to meet lots of people,” she said, noting she sits on the Elora BIA’s events and marketing committee and the Elora Swan Society.

Epp opened the Junior Arts Collective, on Metcalfe Street, a retail studio offering art workshops, predominantly for children.

“The Elora Lions knew about my experience and I designed the club’s trophy for best float in their 2011 Christmas parade,” said Epp. “They liked my store window last year, because it was ani-

tion, with a quote.

“I’m happy that Staci approached me with the opportunity. I believe it was her inspiration, her hope to have a new float for the community and I am grateful to her for letting me propose a concept they accepted.”

For Barron and her fellow Lions, it was a win-win.

“The budget was pure materials cost. Bear has donated her time,” Barron said. “What an unusual and unexpected gift from a fairly new resident to our community.”

For Epp, it was an opportunity too good to pass up.

“I am honoured to be asked.

It’s a tremendous responsibility. I really respect the Elora Lions Club and what they’re doing for the community. I

Deer leaders - The process to create reindeer for this year’s Elora parade took three coats each of papier-mache, primer and glitter in the studio of the Junior Arts Collective. submitted photo

don’t think you can get bigger than this, doing this (parade) for your town. It’s pretty exciting.”

Epp, who defines herself as a “site-specific artist,” was trained in theatrical prop building and jewelry design, graduating from Niagara College and Sheridan College.

She is also a part-time art teacher at Wellington Hall Academy, a small private school in Guelph.

Perhaps it was the youthful spirit of her art students that inspired the vision Epp had for Santa’s float, but the artist has also injected a sense of elegance from Christmases past.

“The feel is a nostalgic 1940s vintage,” said Epp. Beginning last year, Epp set to work making her plans a reality. With over 400 feet of new Christmas lights and 12 pounds of glitter, Epp plans to create a spectacle that will remain part of the community’s festive tradition.

“The whole float is gold and white, except for Santa and his sleigh,” she explained.

“Santa will have a white fake fur throw and a snow owl perched on his sleigh.”

The animated owl is created by Epp’s husband Fraser Boyle, who is a key grip in the television industry. He used his special effects skills to make the bird move its head to look out over the audience.

“The sleigh is a vintage sleigh which is beautiful. It belongs to [Elora Lion] Glenn Kelley. I have repainted it a more burgundy, vintage-looking red,” Epp describes.

“I’ve rebuilt the reindeers antlers and legs. The new lead deer is flying, which is new this year. She is elevated.”

From the colour scheme to the construction, she enlisted a team of community supporters to get the job done.

“There has been a lot of people helping,” Epp said.

Student artist volunteer Libby Phillips joined artists Meredith Blackmore and Katelyn Langille in adding flair to the reindeer.

“They did papier-mache of the deer,” said Epp, who explains the deer are plastic and foam underneath. “They applied three coats of paper and glue, then three coats of primer then glittered with three coats to ensure longevity.”

Epp also connected with an old friend, metalwork fabrication artist Jane Longstaff, of Holstein.

“Jane is an unbelievable, fantastic welder-designer.

She’s done all the deer support,” Epp said, noting they had to make all the functional platforms, stands and metal work supports to ensure the float can support weight safely.

Two, 10-foot decorative signs with skirts have been donated by Colleen Craig Marritt, of Sign Art Centre in Guelph.

“The float will include six clouds that are seven feet tall, made out of steel, and lights and fabric tulle, with shooting stars that light up,” said Epp. Adding more fabric to Santa’s fashion flare is the Tutu in You young sewers group, lead by Stephanie Toohill at the Elora Centre for the Arts.

“Steph and the tutu girls are making the reindeer’s ornate textile saddles and refurbishing Santa’s suit,” said Epp. “I go there and work with the girls ...

They are so inspiring and it’s just a wonderful place to be and feed off their energy.”

The young sewers will get a banner for their participation.

But Epp notes there are many more people supporting the parade float from behind the scenes, including the donation of a truck, tractor-trailer, the generator and storage space.

It’s that community spirit that keeps the Elora parade thriving, and in its fifth year of coordinating the parade, the Elora Lions Club wants to build on the momentum.

“Elora, as other communities, has an Christmas parade, and I’ve noticed in the past few years the crowds have been increasing in Elora, [and other places], and we at the Elora Lions Club have decided to invest in our parade to create a really great float for Santa,” said club president John Morris. He added, “Bear brings tremendous creativity and enthusiasm to take this float to the next level.”

Fellow club member Glen Kelley agrees.

“The club is very excited because it is going to be a totally new production and all of Bear’s doing is going to be very neat,” said Kelley. “She is so enthusiastic. This is obviously a passion of hers.”

Barron adds, “I hope that other businesses will be inspired by Bear’s work and it will inspire others.”

As Epp puts on the final touches for Santa’s debut on Nov. 24 - beginning at 6pm through downtown Elora - she has one wish for that night.

“I hope the children find it magical,” she said.

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Nine in a row - Norwell District High School’s senior boys volleyball team will head to the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) championships in Stratford Nov. 22 to Nov. 24, hoping to cap off a successful season that included winning its ninth consecutive District 4 CWOSSA (Central Western Ontario Secondary Schools Association) title, as well as the overall CWOSSA championship on Nov. 15. Front row from left are: Jonathan Reinders, Leigh Mercey and Adam Kalbfleisch.

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Norwell boys capture CWOSSA title PALMERSTON - Norwell District High School’s senior boys volleyball team is headed to the OFSAA (Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations) provincial championships in Stratford from Nov. 22 to 24.

The team was undefeated in District 4 play, with 10 wins

in the regular season, before claiming its ninth consecutive senior boys district title with a win over Wellington Heights on Nov. 6.

The win propelled the teams to the CWOSSA Central Western Ontario Secondary Schools Association) championship in Simcoe recently,

where they played in undefeated sets.

In the final round on Nov. 14, Norwell defeated Simcoe Composite School in the final, 3-0, to claim its third straight regional championship and OFSAA berth. The team now heads to the Stratford Agriplex for the OFSAA championships.

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Elora dojo does well - On Nov. 3 students from Elora Gorge Karate Dojo travelled to Brantford for the 2012 Budokan Gojyu-Ryu Karate Tournament, testing their skills in kata, team kata and kobudo (weapons). Front row from left are: Madelyn Richardson (second place in intermediate orange belt kata), Francesca Van Esch (third place, senior brown belt kata), Brayden Fletcher (second in kubodu and third in kata, both junior orange belt), and Ben Franchetto (second, junior white and yellow belt kata). Back: Astrid Van Esch (third, shodan kata), Bill Stimpson (second, Nidan and up kata), Tommy Dalton (third, blue and brown belt kata), and Jerry Van Esch (second, Shodan and up team kata, with Andrew Pieon).

Absent are: Sarah Clark (third in both kata and kobudo, yellow and orange belt), James Hutchins (third in kata and second in kobudo, intermediate green belt), Bryon Brideau (first, yellow and orange belt kobudo), Matthieu Campbell (third, blue and brown belt kobudo) and Jake Chalkley (second, blue and brown belt kobudo). submitted photo

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by Bonnie Whitehead CLIFFORD - The sport of curling has re-entered the roster of fall activities at the arena in Clifford.

President Lorne Underwood, vice-president Luke Hartung, secretary Cari Richards and treasurer Jackie Rock would like to hear from anyone who wants to give curling a try, join a team, or spare for the teams in Clifford.

They have four sheets to fill, meaning they are looking for 32 curlers. People of any age are encouraged to sign up

and try curling in this fun, noncompetitive environment.

“All went well last year.

There are new people who have moved to the community who may be willing to give curling a try,” said Underwood.

Anyone interested is invited to stop by the rink Tuesday evenings before 8pm to check out the action.

The curlers offer lessons and will provide beginners with a broom and help them learn the moves and lingo.

Participants are to wear indoor shoes, not street shoes.

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Palmerston Palmerston’s evening parade a local Christmas tradition PALMERSTON – Santa Claus is coming to Palmerston on Dec. 1.

Palmerston firefighters will host the community’s 36th annual Santa Claus Parade and an evening of activities, beginning at 7pm.

The parade line-up will begin at the Ashland lot beside the fire hall at 6pm. The parade will begin at 7pm, travelling west on King Street, then north on Lowe Street to Main Street, east on Main to Brunswick and end at the Frank Lambier Legion. After the parade, local youngsters can meet with Santa at the Legion and enjoy candies

and chocolate milk.

Palmerston Kinettes will be collecting non-perishable food items along the parade route for the local food bank.

Plaques and cash prizes will be awarded at the Legion at 9pm for best commercial and best non-commercial floats, as well as best overall float and best walking entry.

Donations toward the parade may be given through any Palmerston firefighter and anyone with questions about the parade is invited to contact Pete Henderson at 519-3432907 or Don Harrow at 519343-3488.

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Fairytales Around the World Fergus Santa Claus Parade - December 1, 1:30 pm.

Fergus parade celebrates ‘Fairytales Around the World’ FERGUS - Even Santa should be impressed.

Three local service clubs - the Lions, the Optimists and the Kinsmen - are joining forces to present this year’s Santa Claus Parade on Dec. 1.

This year’s theme is Fairytales Around the World.

Participation is open to any groups or organizations.

Registration is free and begins

at noon at the GSW parking lot on parade day.

The parade itself begins at 1:30pm following the traditional route from the GSW parking area down Beatty Line, and down St. Andrew’s Street in downtown Fergus, eventually winding its way to the Victoria Park Seniors Centre.

All clubs are asking for food bank donations.

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ENTERTAINMENT Musical comedy comes to Grand Theatre

Singing in the holiday spirit - The Elora Festival Singers present Gian Carlo Menotti’s Amahl and the Night Visitors on Nov. 25 at 3pm. This one-act opera tells the story of a young, crippled boy (Amahl), and the miracle that cures him. In 1950, Menotti was commissioned to write the opera which premiered on the National Broadcasting Corporation the following year on Christmas Eve, becoming an instant holiday favourite. The performance takes place at Knox Church in Elora, helping to celebrate the church’s 175th anniversary. Tickets for the family friendly performance are $35 for adults, $5 for children. To order tickets visit www.elorafestival.com or call the box office at 519-846-0331. submitted photo

Icelandic band’s films showing at Palmerston Big Film Fest

Rock inspired - Norgan Theatre will be home to the Palmerston Big Film Fest on Dec. 10, one of five sites in Canada chosen to feature the innovative short films inspired by Icelandic atmospheric rock band Sigur Ros. submitted photo

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FERGUS - The Not So Grand Players are busy rehearsing for the musical comedy, Show Me the Money, which is set to take the stage of the Fergus Grand Theatre Dec. 5 to 8.

The play takes place in a retirement home where residents are trying to cope with water damage resulting from an accidental fire alarm. In order to qualify for a donation to repair the water damage, the residents participate in an evening of improv.

Like several other scripts, this production is written by members of the production.

Show Me the Money was written by Connie Dickinson and Florence Arkell, who created characters that would showcase the talents of their fellow community-minded theatrical group.

Directed by Arkell with music direction by Terry Wilson, the music will be provided by Gerald Wilson and Karen Aitken.

Grand fun - The Not So Grand Players are rehearsing for their next production, Show Me The Money, playing at Fergus Grand Theatre Dec. 5 to 8 at 8pm. submitted photo There are 24 cast members and approximately 16 musical numbers, including solos, duets and group numbers.

Show Me the Money will be at Fergus Grand Theatre Dec. 5 to 8 with shows at 8pm.

Tickets are $12 and available through the Fergus Grand Theatre at 519-787-1981 or on

line at www.fergusgrandtheatre.ca.

As with every Not So Grand production, all profits will be donated back into the community.

Audiences are encouraged to bring nonperishable food donations for the Centre Wellington Food Bank.

Gallery Concert Series returns Nov. 25

ABOYNE - On Nov. 25 at PALMERSTON - The 2pm the Gallery Concert Series innovative Icelandic atmo- at the Wellington County spheric rock band Sigur Ros Museum presents Songs From has commissioned professional The Great American Songbook.

These will be interpreted by and amateur filmmakers to create short films based on the the father and daughter team of tracks from their latest album, Brad Hall and Laura Harp.

What is The Great American valtari.

These films are going to be Songbook? It appears to be screened in select venues from a hypothetical songbook capDec. 7 to 10 across all seven turing the best of 20th century music composed and percontinents.

Palmerston Big Film Fest formed in the USA. There is even a Society has been chosen as one of five venues in Canada, including for the Preservation of The Vancouver, Ottawa, Toronto, Great American Songbook, Montreal. The short films will whose vision is “that this great be streamed over the Internet music will remain accessible instead of being distributed in to those who grew up with it, hard copy form like a typi- so their children will learn and cal feature. The band received understand the history of this over 800 submissions and have selected 17 for the final lineup. The films will a Thisprovide is for inside unique viewing experience, Wellington Nov aimed at mature audiences.

PALMERSTON - Juno 23rd edition for winner Fred Eaglesmith Palmerston Big Film Fest and Award takes place at this the weeks Norganpaper will if take the stage at the Theatre on Dec. 10 at 7:30pm. Palmerston Legion on Nov. 23 it can still makeatit.8pm.

For advanced tickets call 519338-2497 or e-mail gduff@ Katie Butterill, a young, wightman.ca. Tickets also local farmer who has just available at the door. enjoyed her first season in the Palmerston area, has finished her harvest and is now busy sewing seeds on another local project - helping to present a concert with Eaglesmith and his Travelling Steam Show.

Butterill, whose Smallholdings farm is a plot at Mapleton Organic Farm on Wellington Road 7, is excited to offer a taste of the music which helped cement her love of all things rural the first year This is for inside she spent on a farm as an agri-

music and it will continue to be enjoyed by current and future generations.”

Interpreting these songs will be Fergus resident Hall and his daughter Harp, presently a soprano with the Guelph Chamber Choir.

Harp has frequently performed with her father in the Words and Music series at Cobourg’s historic Victoria Hall.

Graduating from the Royal Conservatory, Harp was awarded the Silver Medal for the highest marks in vocal examinations in Ontario; she has won numerous awards and scholarships, and performed as a soloist in many musicals.

Hall is a lawyer, born and

raised in Fergus, who recently returned to live in Fergus after practising law in Cobourg from 1977 to 2012.

Throughout his legal career, Brad lived an active “double life” as a pianist, singer, actor and composer.

For many years, Hall has combined his talents as a composer with the lyric writing abilities of his friend and collaborator Paul Caldwell.

Together they have produced three children’s albums and numerous popular TV shows.

Join the artists after the performance for complementary refreshments, and take the opportunity to view the exhibits of the museum, included in the entrance fee.

Juno winner to perform in Palmerston

Wellington Nov 30th edition

Pictured from left, back row: Sultan (Gary Helmer), Sultana (Barb McCaw), P.C. Wing (Tala Jenkins), Widow Twanky (Chaz Both), Mummy/ Policeman (Chris Brooks), Wishy Washy (Tony Cengija), Policeman (Mathew VanderVelde), SGT. Ning (Sheila Johnson), Genie of the Lamp (Ray Kavaragh). Center: Grand Visier (David Tanner), Lori deGroot (Slave/Town’s Person), Princess Jasmin (Leigha Bailey), Aladdin (Wyatt Cooper-Davis), SoShy(Delany Griffiths), Slave of the Ring (Christa VanderVelde). Front: Handmaidens (Amber McLean, Rachel Offer, Alexis & Brooke Adsett).

cultural intern in 2010.

“I met Fred when I helped put on a concert at a farm near Creemore, Ontario. That year, we spent an entire summer listening to a CD of his that was in an old farm vehicle ... Even though I am relatively new to the area, I am excited to help out on this concert in Palmerston and share his music with my new community.”

Guest spot on Letterman Eaglesmith, a native of Port Dover, has won several music awards, been covered by artists such as Alan Jackson, Toby Keith and Miranda Lambert, and has earned a spot as a guest on David Letterman.

The artist’s songs span over 19 albums, tell stories of the

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land, lives, tribulations and triumphs of everyday people.

Says Butterill, “His songs tell stories about life. Everyone will get something different and find something to which they can relate in their own life.

Plus - he puts on a great show, so above all else, it will be a good time.”

Tickets for the Nov. 23 show are available for $25 in advance or $30 at the door of the Palmerston Legion, or online at fredeaglesmith.com.

ECT announces casting call ELORA - Elora Community Theatre (ECT) is looking to fill 10 roles in the adult comedy Sitting Pretty, May 3 to 11 at the Fergus Grand Theatre.

There are roles for men and women of all ages (19 to 65). Experience welcomed but not necessary; no preparation needed.

Auditions will take place at the Elora Centre for the Arts on Nov. 23 from 7 to 9:30pm and Nov. 25 from 1 to 5pm.

Callbacks will be Nov. 26. For information call 519-496-6481 or email debstanson@gmail.com.

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, November 23, 2012 PAGE NINE

Rural Life

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 1-877-4241300 or visit the OMAFRA website: www.ontario.ca/omafra.

2012 CUSTOM FARMWORK RATES REPORT The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs is preparing to complete the Custom Farmwork Report on rates charged in 2012. Participation would be much appreciated. Over 275 custom operators helped make the 2009 report a success The Custom Farmwork Report Summary is used by farmers and custom operators alike as a reference in planning and operating their businesses.

Each cooperator will be sent a copy of the 2012 Report Results Summary early in 2013.

If you participated in 2009 you will be sent a form to complete for your 2012 rates.

If you have not participated in the past and are interested please contact John Molenhuis at: john.molenhuis@ontario. ca or 613-475-9472 with your mailing address.

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PUBLICATIONS Crop Protection Guide for Greenhouse Vegetables 201213, Publication 835. Cost, $15.

12-045: Controlled Atmosphere Storage Guidelines and Recommendations for Applies, Agdex 211/66.

Guide to Greenhouse Floriculture Production, Publication 370. Available on CD only (no print copy available). Cost, $10.

12-043: Vehicle Conversion to Natural Gas, Agdex 760.

On-Farm Energy: A Primer.

This is a new booklet in the Best Management Practices series and is available free; Order # BMP27E (ServiceOntario order number 015875).

12-037: Sheep Reproduction Basics and Conception Rates, Agdex 433/30.

12-039: Biosecurity Recommendations for Small Flock Poultry Owners, Agdex 450/10, replaces 05-079.

12-041: Recommendations for Harvest and Storage of Pears, Agdex 215/50, New. 12-017: Nutrient Management Act, 2002, Determining Odour Categories of NonAgricultural Source Materials (NASM’s); Agdex 720/538; New. 12-021: Choosing Breeds for Producing Profitable Market Lambs, Agdex 430/30; New. 12-023: Dairy Genomic Se-

lection, Agdex 410/31; New. 12-025: Nutrient Management Act, 2002, On-Farm Liquid Nutrient Transfer Systems, Agdex 720/538; New. 12-027: Legislation and Farming Practices, Agdex 700; replaces 04-071.

12-029: Understanding and Reducing Noise Nuisance from Stationary from Equipment, Agdex 700, replaces 96-033.

12-033: Growing Medicinal Herbs in Ontario, Agdex 263; New. 12-035: Feeder Management in the Grower-Finisher Barn, Agdex 444/54; New. 12-031W: Understanding Lamb Mortality, Agdex 431/23.

This is a web-only factsheet and is available at: http://www. omafra.gov.on.ca/english/livestock/sheep/facts/12-031.htm.

For a complete listing of OMAFRA products, visit the online catalogue at: http:// www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/products/index.html To order OMAFRA fact-

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AWARD FOR VOLUNTARISM

Consider nominating a group or individual for the June Callwood Outstanding Achievement Award for Voluntarism. This award recognizes individuals and groups for superlative volunteer contributions to their communities and the province of Ontario. The award is named after the late June Callwood, Canadian journalist, author and social activist. She committed her life to action on social justice issues, particularly related to women and children and founded, or co-founded over 50 Canadian social action organizations.

Deadline for nominations is

Dec. 5. More information and nomination forms available at: http://www.citizenship.gov. on.ca/english/citizenship/honours/junecallwood.shtml.

COMING EVENTS Nov. 27 OMAFRA’s “Good Agriculture Practices” Webinar Series: Using Food Safety to Market Your Products, noon.

Make food safety practices work for you in the marketplace. Understand how keeping your customers informed about food safety efforts you make can benefit your business.

Webinar details and registration online at: http://www. omafra.gov.on.ca/english/food/ foodsafety/producers/webinars. htm.

Nov. 27-28 OMAFRA Sheep Infrastructure Workshop - Two-day course targeted toward people in the planning cycle for building large, commercial-scale infrastructure as part of an expansion plan in their sheep enterprise. The workshop includes stops at several

commercial-sized operations that are using some of the concepts covered, which will allow participants make informed decisions on expansion. For more information, click: http://www. omafra.gov.on.ca/english/livestock/sheep/20081211.htm.

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Rural Life

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by Patrick Raftis ALMA - Thelma Trask is among 13 Ontario farmers featured in the eighth edition of a popular calendar showcasing the photos and stories of farm families in the province.

The Faces of Farming calendar, featuring this year’s theme of “Real Farmers with Real Heart,” is designed to introduce the public to some of the people who produce food in the province. The calendar is produced by Farm and Food Care Ontario.

Trask and her husband Morley have raised six children on their Alma area dairy farm.

“Her countless treasured memories of their farm life include teaching her husband to dance many years ago between the rows of cow stalls in the barn,” states a brief biography included along with a full-page photo of Trask as the featured farmer for the month of June.

Today, two of her sons, Warren and Gordon, and two

grandsons are also working on the family farm.

In addition to raising six children, Trask has worked in the fields, in the barn and “kept quite a large garden,” but these days, the 77-year-old grandmother concentrates on doing the books and her burgeoning pie catering business.

“I’ve been baking pies since I was eight years old,” she says, adding, “So I should know how to do it by now.”

As a young bride she was given a rolling pin as a gift.

In the years since, that prized possession has been used to make tens of thousands of pies for church and community events (5,000 alone in the 12 years since she started keeping track). Today she also runs a busy pie catering business.

Trask says she enjoys all aspects of the farming lifestyle, which she has been involved with all her life, having grown up on a Palmerston-area diary farm.

“Of course, we milked by hand,” she recalls, adding milking was part of her daily routine both before and after school.

“I have a lot of experience milking cows,” she states.

Today, the 60-plus cows on the Trask farm are milked robotically. “So none of us are really involved in milking anymore.

It’s all done by automation.”

Trask, whose participation in the calendar project was sponsored by Gaylea Foods, said she learned of her selection in late July. A photo session was held with photographer Terry Scott White, of Kitchener, at the Vineland Research Station involving her and several of the other participants from the region.

“It was fun,” she said.

With this year’s calendar, the stories of 100 Ontario farm families have now been featured within the calendar’s pages since it was first produced. All of the calendar’s models are real, working farmers and hail from all parts of the province. One of the project’s aims is to show there’s no such thing as a typical farmer.

“Their farms are as diverse as the individuals,” states a press release from Food and Farm Care Ontario, which notes participants range in age from two to 78 and produce a variety of crops and livestock from lavender to poultry, fish, mink, beef, pork, soybeans, corn and dairy.

YOU’RE INVITED “Agriculture Matters”

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Friday December 7, 2012 9:30 AM (Registration) 10:00 AM − 3:00 PM (Seminar) David’s Restaurant, 20 Shamrock Road, Erin Michelle Drewery at 519 824 5410 ext. 4408 or mdrewery@bdo.ca by November 30

Keynote speaker, Kim McConnell, is the founder and former CEO of AdFarm, one of the largest and most respected agricultural marketing firms in North America. He is also a recent inductee to the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame.

PRESENTERS: Phillip Shaw, well-known columnist and insightful speaker, will discuss market factors impacting Ontario prices now and into 2013.

BDO partners and staff will discuss farm programs, the Growing Forward program, and their top 20 management tips.

Trees Ontario will discuss woodlot management and the Emerald Ash Borer. www.bdo.ca BDO Canada LLP, a Canadian limited liability partnership, is a member of BDO International Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, and forms part of the international BDO network of independent member firms. BDO is the brand name for the BDO network and for each of the BDO Member Firms.

A friendly face - Thelma Trask of Alma is among the Ontario farmers featured in this year’s Faces of Farming calendar produced by Farm and Food Care Ontario. photo by Terry Scott White, Faces of Farming calendar

Trask thinks the calendars help urban residents gain a better understanding of agriculture and farm lifestyles.

“The city people don’t always get to know that much about farming and these give them more of an insight into it,” she said.

Other farmers featured on this year’s calendar include: - a fish farmer who scubadives to check on his rainbow trout; - a four-generation family that enjoys riding motorcycles when they’re not caring for turkeys; - a young egg farmer living on a farm that’s been in her family for almost 200 years; - the winners of the 2012 Outstanding Young Farmer competition; - a molecular biology student who farms with her family

in between university classes; and - a tobacco farmer who switched to growing lavender.

New this year, an QR code found on each calendar page allows viewers to scan the bar codes from their mobile devices to “meet” the farmers. Each of the codes provides a direct link to short YouTube interviews with each participant.

Many Ontario agribusinesses and commodity groups sponsor the calendar. Their logos are featured on each page. Complimentary copies of the calendar will be mailed as Christmas presents from Ontario’s farmers to politicians, grocery stores, butcher shops and media.

Available online Again this year, the calendar will be sold at all TSC stores across Ontario. It is also

available through the Farm and Food Care office in Guelph, by using the online order form at www.farmfoodcare.org or by calling 519-837-1326.

Farm and Food Care Ontario is a new organization launched in January. It was created from the amalgamation of the Ontario Farm Animal Council (OFAC) and Agricultural Groups Concerned about Resources and the Environment (aGCare). Both groups were formed 25 years ago as non-profit, agricultural education coalitions.

The organization states it is the first coalition of its type in Canada, bringing together tens of thousands of livestock, crop and horticulture farmers and related businesses with a mandate to provide credible information on food and farming in Ontario.

Government highlights Growing Forward 2 OTTAWA - Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz and other members of Parliament will fan out across Canada making Growing Forward announcements that will highlight the benefits of Canada’s new agricultural policy framework, Growing Forward 2.

The program is set to capitalize on the gains made under its predecessor by doubling its cost-shared funding for strategic initiatives including innovation, competitiveness and market development.

“Growing Forward 2, like its predecessor, will keep

Canadian farmers and processors on the right track - a track of growth and prosperity,” said Ritz.

“Research, innovation, and market development will continue to be hallmarks of Growing Forward 2 so that industry is well positioned to respond to challenges and capitalize on opportunities in the future.”

In addition to ongoing generous multi-year funding for business risk management programs, Growing Forward 2 will see federal, provincial and territorial (FPT) governments

Attention – all farmers!

The Wellington County Soil & Crop are sponsoring their

Annual Crop Producer Meeting Friday December 7th Alma Bible Church, Alma Dirt, dirt, and more dirt

Find out the latest in soybeans from Horst Bohner, Soil & Crop Specialist with OMAFRA Keith Reid from Agriculture Canada will bring you Buyer Beware! The Real Dirt on Alternative Crop Inputs.

Patrick Lynch, Crop Advisor will be speaking on Plowing is not a four letter word.

Pre-registration is required by calling Linda Mcfadden 519 846 5215 or email linda.mcfadden@wightman.ca by November 30, 2012 Cost is $35/person which includes meal & membership Registration 9:00 am

investing $3 billion in strategic initiatives for innovation, competitiveness, and market development.

The program is an important FPT partnership to build sector productivity, profitability, and competitiveness to ensure long-term prosperity.

Agricultural policies and programs continually evolve and adapt to support the changing needs of the industry and to reflect ongoing dialogue with the sector. FPT governments are currently finalizing the details of the cost-shared programs, with a focus on strategic investments in areas that contribute to the economy and to farmers’ bottom lines.

Growing Forward 2 is the result of an agreement by the FPT ministers of agriculture in Whitehorse on Sept. 14 on the five-year policy framework. It sets the stage for FPT governments to complete bilateral agreements so programs will be in place by April 1, 2013, when the current Growing Forward policy framework expires.

FPT ministers are committed to ongoing stakeholder consultation to seek input and partnership on strategic investments, and governments are engaging in ongoing consultations with farmers and agricultural stakeholders.

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wed. Nov. 28

Christmas Bazaar. Grace Anglican Church, Arthur. 11:30-1pm.

Luncheon available $8. Bake table, door prizes, etc. *** Join East Wellington Community Services in a shopping excursion to Vaughan Mills Mall, Toronto via mini coach. Contact Rick at 519-856-2113. *** The Grand Valley and District Horticultural Society is celebrating our potluck Banquet/Awards Night at 6:30pm. Bring along your centerpiece with candles entitled “Winter Wonderland”. Hope to see everyone at Trinity United Church in Grand Valley. *** Elora and Salem Horticultural Society’s Monthly Meeting – 7:30 pm. Sheri Clemmer, of flower shop Floral Fusion in Floradale, will give a timely demonstration. Heritage River Retirement Community, 25 Wellington Drive, Elora. Everyone is Welcome.

Thurs. Nov. 29

Theatre Orangeville presents “A Gift To Last”. This holiday production runs from November 29 to December 23. Family special – 4 tickets for $75 (all inclusive) – Dec. 20, 21 & 22 – 8 pm performances only. Call 519-942-3423 or 1-800-424-1295 for more info or to book. ***

Fri. Nov. 30

Arkell United Church Hootenanny, 7pm. Bring an instrument or just come and listen. All ages welcome. 600 Arkell Road, Arkell.

For more information call Lynn at 519-822-4809. *** The Elora Festival’s Annual Children’s Book Sale, 3pm-8pm, and Saturday December 1st from 9am-1:30pm. United Church in Elora. Find great gently used children’s books all under $5! For more info. call 519-846-0331. *** All Saints Community Dinner. Pork on a bun, baked beans, coleslaw, salad & dessert and we’ll even give you gluten-free if you’re so inclined. Nothing in Erin compares to this. 6-7pm. No sermon & no charge; free will offerings gratefully accepted. All Saints Church, 81 Main Street, Erin. “The one with the big white spire.” *** Night At The Movies. Waverley Public School Gym. Doors open at 6pm. Movie starts at 6:30pm. Minimal Cost for hot dogs/ popcorn. Opportunity to win the Arthur Christmas Movie. Craft Table for those not wanting to watch the movie. For more information, make donations or to volunteer, please contact Waverley Neighbourhood Group at 519-821-9677. *** Fergus contra dance with live music by Relative Harmony 8-10:30pm. Rugby Club field house, 150 Albert St. W., Fergus.

Admission $10 per person, students $8, youth (with adult) free. No partner or previous experience necessary. Each dance is taught by the caller. Contact: Janice Ferri 519-843-9971. *** Alma Optimist Beef BBQ. 5-7pm $12. Alma Community Centre. *** Christmas Concert: featuring the Royal City Ambassadors (male chorus) and the King Street Brass (quintet), Breslau Mennonite Church, 226 Woolich Street Breslau, 7:30 pm. $10 /person; $25 family of 5. For ticket/information: Dennis 519-213-1397; Ernie

519-827-1360.

Sat. Dec 1

Halton County Radial Railway annual Christmas on the Rails 1-8pm. There’s nothing like riding the rails through the woods with snow on the trees and Christmas carols in the air. Regular admissions apply for access to all the fun. For more info. call 519856-9802. 13629 Guelph Line, Milton. *** Fergus Legion Jam Session. Non members welcome. Come and join in. *** St. John CWL Arthur, Christmas Bazaar and Tea, 12:30- 2:30pm.

St. John Parish Hall, Georgina St., Arthur. Something for Everyone. *** St. John’s Anglican Church annual Christmas in the Village Bazaar. 9am-2pm, in St. John’s Parish Hall located at the corner of Main Street and Guelph Street, Rockwood. *** Knox Ospringe Church Christmas Bazaar, 9am-3pm. Beautiful poinsettia plants, baking, craft tables (available for $10 donation), hot lunch. Contact person, Cindy Goulding 519-853-4523. *** Annual Christmas Cookie Sale. Faith Lutheran Church 290 Belsyde Ave. E. 9-12pm. Lots of homemade treats. *** Cookie Walk. 9-12noon. The Church of St. David and St. Patrick, 520 Speedvale Ave., East of Victoria Road, Guelph, Small box $5, large box $10, everyone is welcome. *** St. George’s Anglican Church, Harriston, Christmas Buffet Lunch & Bake Sale. 11am-1pm. $12 per person. Large bake table, door prize & tickets for gift basket. Everyone welcome. *** Adult/Senior Ice Skating 8-9:50pm. Exhibition Park Arena, Guelph. Cost - $7 per person. *** Lasagna Lunch and Bake Sale. Knox Calvin Presbyterian Church, 135 Elora St. S., Harriston, 11am - 1:30pm, $10 per person at the door. Home Baking, Preserves, Crafts. A stop on the Harriston Rocks Christmas House Tour. *** Christmas Sparkles at Three Willows Bazaar, 10-4 pm. Bake table and light refreshments available. Three Willows United Church, 577 Willow Road, Guelph. Tables rent for $20. For information, contact 519-822-7690. *** Just For Fun on Saturdays for children in JK to Grade 6 from 10:30 am – noon at the Hillsburgh Branch Library, 98B Trafalgar Rd. Hillsburgh. Tis the Season for festive reading, crafts, baking and fun. Please register. 519-855-4010 *** Christmas Sparkles at Three Willows Bazaar, 10 am to 4 pm. A little bit of everything. Bake table and light refreshments available. Three Willows United Church, 577 Willow Road, Guelph Potential vendors: Tables rent for $20. Contact 519-822-7690. *** Christmas Bazaar hosted by The Elliott Community, 1pm to 4pm 170 Metcalfe Street Guelph. Free admission. *** The Grandmothers of the Grand would like you to join with us for a “Crepe Experience” Fundraiser on World Aids Day, at Cafe Creperie - 40 Mill St. W. in Elora. There will be two seatings 5:30pm and 7pm. For more information call Elly 519-843-1528. ***

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Horoscopes - For the Fourth week of November ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, avoid taking on more than you can handle at work and home this week. When tackling tasks, don’t be afraid to ask for and accept help.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Family and romantic endeavors may have been put aside while work issues have been at the forefront, Taurus. It is time to shift priorities.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, there’s not much you can do to change the course of this week’s events. You might want to consider swimming with the current instead of against it.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, overanalyzing your workload is not going to make it disappear any faster.

Therefore, simply take your assignments at face value and just get started.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 New experiences can be scary at first, but many times you will find that they are opportunities to learn and grow, Leo. Take full advantage of all opportunities this week.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, although it seems like you have most of your financial woes worked out, now is not the time to get too cocky with spending. Being conservative is the way to go.

Getting ready - Rehearsals are underway for On the Spot’s production of Aladdin, a musical comedy for the whole family. Show times are: Nov. 28 to Dec. 1 at 7pm and Dec. 1 at 2pm at the Fergus Grand Theatre. Tickets are available at the box office at 244 St. Andrew St. W., by calling 519-787-1981 or online at www.fergusgrandtheatre.ca. submitted photo

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, career developments have you riding high and you’re anxious to share your news with the world. This enthusiasm can be a good cata-

lyst for change with others.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, success may not come easy with a project you’re working on. But rest easy and take solace knowing you have tried things outside of your comfort zone.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/ Dec 21 Sagittarius, avoid confrontations at all costs, as this week you will not come out victorious. Keep a low profile and don’t ruffle any feathers.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, if you think about things too long, there’s a good chance you won’t act at all.

Instead, consider your options quickly and then get going on your plans.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Quality time spent at home or with the family has buoyed your spirits, Aquarius. The next step on your relaxation journey is to book a vacation to a warm area of the world.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Don’t underestimate your ability to garner quite a following, Pisces. There are many people just waiting to hear what you have to say next.

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Special Holiday Programmes at the Library

Top 5 Curbside Blue Box Recycling Offenders

Wellington County Library is offering some special festive programmes to celebrate the holiday season! Here are just a few events happening around the County:

The Top 5 reasons your blue box materials may not be collected:

Rockwood Branch Holiday Open House Monday, December 10 at 5:30 pm 519.856.4851 Enjoy festive sing-alongs, face painting, activities and snacks. All ages welcome! *Please note the Rockwood Branch will close at 6:00 pm on Thursday, December 13 for the Rockwood Parade of Lights.

Stories with Mrs. Claus Wednesday, December 12 at 6:30 pm Clifford Branch 519.327.8328 Come enjoy stories with Mrs. Claus at the fire place. Have some refreshments and a visit with Santa. All ages welcome.

Tis the Season Saturday, December 15 at 1:00 pm Erin Branch 519.833.9762 Enjoy Christmas stories, play a game and participate in a variety of seasonal activities. Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6.

Please register.

Celebrate Christmas Around the World Saturday, December 15 at 10:30 am Arthur Branch 519.848.3999 Stories, games and craft. Grades Senior Kindergarten to Grade 4. Please register.

Visit www.wellington.ca/Library for details on more programmes in December!

1. Blue boxes were put out late – must be out by 7:00 am 2. Materials are not in a “municipal style” blue box – pick one up free at any waste facility 3. The blue box is badly “contaminated” with unacceptable materials – check out our website for a list of acceptable items www.wellington.ca 4. The materials are not sorted – put papers in one blue box and containers in a second blue box 5. Cardboard is too big – large boxes need to be cut down and bundled no larger than 2’x2’x1’ and placed beside the blue box

Reminder from Wellington Terrace It’s flu season. Older adults and people with chronic diseases are at the greatest risk of problems associated with seasonal flu. If you are unwell, please do not visit residents at Wellington Terrace.

Clinics, Classes, and Courses available from Public Health Clinics: • Immunization and travel clinics • Sexual health clinics • Free HPV clinics for girls born from 1994 to 1998 • Breastfeeding clinics • Prebirth clinic • Preventive Dental Clinic • High school immunization clinics • Car seat clinics • Flu clinics Classes: • • • • • • • • • •

Prenatal and after birth Prenatal classes Prenatal breastfeeding class Feelings After Birth Parenting Wee Talk parent orientation The Parent Connection Nobody’s Perfect Healthy eating Community Food Advisor presentations

Courses: • Food safety training and certification CONTACT: Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health T: 1.800.265.7293 W: www.wdgpublichealth.ca

Tips to help stop the spreading of the flu virus: • Get your seasonal flu vaccine.

• Cover your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze.

• Wash your hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand cleaner regularly.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth as germs are spread this way.

• If you get sick, stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.

For more information on flu clinics available in Wellington County, visit the Wellington-DufferinGuelph Public Health website at: www.wdgpublichealth.ca

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