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Family & Children's Services of Guelph & Wellington needs Volunteer Drivers to provide transportation services to and from appointments for our children and families. Mileage reimbursed/orientation & training provided. For more information about this and other Volunteer Opportunities, please contact Eva Marmurek at 519-824-2410 ext. 509. *** Until Nov. 13- Knitted items, crafts the loonie table full of gifts wrapped and ready to give, an “almost new� table. Check out the bake table and take home delectable treats. Visit the raffle table, ticket $1 each. All proceeds to Groves Memeroial Community Hospital.
OCTOBER 30 Drop-In Annual Halloween Storytime 10:30 - 11am. Wear your costumes and be part of the frightfully fun annual Halloween Storytime. All ages welcome! *** Roast Beef Dinner at Knox-Calvin Presbyterian Church, Harriston. Sittings 5pm, 7pm. $12/adults, $5/child under 10. For tickets, call 519-338-2624. *** Alma Village UNICEF collection. Someone will call at your door between 4-6pm. Your generous support is greatly appreciated. *** Murder Mystery Dinner - Mimosa United Church Basement #5980 Wellington County Rd. # 26. Free will offering at the door. Main course dinner [provided] – Potluck salads and desserts please. Suitable for ages 10 & up. Dinner at 6:30pm [limited to 60 persons]. To reserve your dinner seats call –June Switzer 519855-4201.
OCTOBER 31 Spookarama Bid Euchre Tournament at Evergreen Seniors Centre at 1pm, $10/person. Register by Oct. 23rd for free admission draw. Dress in costume is encouraged. Everyone welcome. For more info. call 519-823-1291. *** Listowel Legion Branch 259 Halloween Costume Party, Parkview Gardens. Dance to “Beer and Perrier� 9pm – 1am. $10 per person. *** Halloween Dance 8pm Fergus Legion. $10 each includes lunch buffet, door prizes. Fundraiser to bring a wheelchair accessible vehicle to North and Centre Wellington. Call the Legion for tickets 519-843-2345. *** Halloween Dance at Colonel John McCrae Legion Branch 234 919 York Rd, Guelph. 8pm -12am. D.J., prize for best costume. $5for non-Legion members. *** Until Nov. 1- Aberfoyle Junction Model Railway Fall Show. 10am-4:30pm. Located on old Hwy 6 (Brock Rd.) 1 km N of 401, south of Aberfoyle. Watch for signs. Adults $8, Seniors $6, children $5. *** Family Information Fair 9am - 1pm. Free. Your community of support for children's overall success! Browse through the tables and ask your questions! Many professionals available to speak with you regarding any concerns you may have about your child. Info. Barb 519-787-8528.
NOVEMBER 1 Arthur United Church Anniversary Service. 10:30am. Music: Ladies Barbershop Quartet Page Four, Soloist: Charlotte Mullin, Speaker: Captain Debbie Hynes (Mullin). *** Afghanistan and the Pipeline Connection - with maps, quotes and humour. Guest Speakers John Foster and Millie Morton from Kingston - 10am. Elora & Fergus Unitarian Church, Victoria Park Centre, 150 Albert St. W. 1-800-565-2353. *** See Thomas and friends at the Pacific Western's Train Show at 50 Crimea St. Guelph (off Edinburgh between Waterloo & Paisley) 10am-5pm. Adults $5, kids under 12 free. Info. 519-856-4983. *** Until Nov. 24 - The Royal City Calligraphy Guild 25th Anniversary. Show of Calligraphy and Related Arts at Barber Gallery, 167 Suffolk St. Guelph. 2- 4pm. *** Until Nov. 14- Deck Your Walls with Art of Beauty- Wellington Artists’ Gallery and Art Centre, 6142 Wellington Rd 29, RR4 Fergus Christmas Show and Sale. OPEN HOUSE on Nov. 7 and Nov. 8 10am - 5pm. Check out our Gallery of fine art and our special selection of gift items. For further details and directions phone 519-843-6303. *** Until Nov. 14- Wellington Artists’ Gallery and Art Centre hosts Guest Artist, Judy French from Elora, whose first solo show will hang in the Gallery from Nov 1 to Nov 14. Opening Reception on Sunday Nov. 1, 2-4pm. For further details and directions phone 519-843-6303.
NOVEMBER 2 Until Nov. 4- The Guelph Creative Art Association workshop with
Jill Segal at Harcourt United Church. Learn to combine collage materials and acrylic paint as a means of personal expression. GCAA member: $175 /non-member: $185. For more info. contact Marta Coutts 519-822-5789.
NOVEMBER 4 First viewing of Arthur & Area Historical's new video "Memories of World War 2: Tales of Arthur Veterans� at Arthur Legion. Free admission. 7:30pm. All are welcome. *** St. John’s United Church Belwood, Turkey Supper. Sittings 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30. Tickets: adults $13, children $6, preschoolers free. Available at Belwood Store, Ron Wilkin’s, June Peg at Pine Meadows.
NOVEMBER 5 Grandmothers of the Grand fall speaker series at the Centre Wellington High School 7pm. Sharon Rice’s presentation of her trip to Tanzania. Contact Cinda 519-843-1528. *** Presentation: Improving Home Energy Efficiency – Government Incentive Programs. 7-8pm, Guelph Public Library, Main Branch. For more info. contact the Elora Environment Centre, 519-8468464. *** Belwood Lions Country Jamboree at Belwood Hall at 7:30pm. Come play, come dance, come sing or just listen. For info. phone 519 843-4387. *** NeighbourWoods Tree Talk - Keeping Old Trees Viable and Safe with Philip Van Wassenaer. The Harris Room, Elora Arts Centre, 7:30- 9pm. Cost: $5, free to NeighbourWoods members. Please reserve your seat by calling 519-846-0841.
NOVEMBER 6 Arthur & District Horticulture Annual General Meeting and Awards Night. 6:30pm. Starting with Potluck supper. Youth awards presented first. At Arthur United Church. *** Optimist Club of Puslinch, Community Euchre. 7:30pm. At the Puslinch Community Centre. $3 per person. Refreshments provided. 50/50 draw. All Welcome. *** Until Nov. 7- Holly Berry Bazaar at Knox United Church, Clifford Friday 5-8 pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm. Lunch on Sat.: Adults $7. Children 5-12 $3.50, under 5 Free. *** Remembrance Luncheon & Bazaar, Royal Canadian Legion 500 Blair St. Fergus. 11:30am – 1:30pm. Meat loaf with potatoes, veg, roll, dessert, tea, coffee. Takeout available only for pickup. Call 519-843-2345. $10 per person. All welcome. *** Grey Wellington Theatre Guild presents the comedy The Cemetery Club by Ivan Menchell at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre, Nov. 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 8pm. For Tickets call the box office at 519-338-2778. *** Clifford Rotary Club’s annual Homemade Sauerkraut & Pork Supper at the Clifford Community Centre. 4:30-7:30pm. Adults $13, children (11 & under) $6, preschoolers free. Tickets available from Clifford Rotarians. *** Progressive Solo Card Party 7:30pm at St. Teresa of Avila Parish Hall, 19 Flamingo Dr. Elmira. $5. Door prizes, 50/50 draw and luncheon.
NOVEMBER 7 Off Road Bicycle Racing. Volunteers are needed to take entries, act as marshalls, cook BBQ items, and service coffee and baked goods sale table. All proceeds will be contributed to the Arkell United Church elevator fund for the wheel chair accessibility project. Contact George Garret, 905 854-9987. *** “Jacob’s Place� Fund Raising Dance, Live Country, Rock Music featuring “Transit�. 8pm. Fergus Community Centre. Proceeds to Centre Wellington District High School Honduras Mission Team. No high school students please. Light Buffet, Silent Auction. $15 advanced, $20 at door. *** The Listowel Christian School annual bazaar, in the Palmerston Community Centre from 8am - 2pm. Crafts, baking, plants, produce, games, prizes, books, cards, Dutch Imports, buffet breakfast and hot lunch. *** Bazaar at Knox Presbyterian Church, Grand Valley. 9am-2pm. Lunch, baking, crafts, silent auction. *** The Guelph Guild of Handweavers and Spinners present "Fall Fibres" a weekend show and sale of their art in the quaint village of Elora. Come and experience the skill and beauty of the textile arts including spinning, weaving, basketry, felting, bobbin lace and beading. The Elora Centre for the Arts, 75 Melville St. Elora. Saturday November 7th and Sunday November 8th 10-4 on both days. Admission $1. Continued on page 7
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Twilight Zookeeper: Artist Tim Murton annually enthrals young and old alike with Halloween display by Chris Daponte
ELORA - “At Halloween, everybody has a licence to be creative,” Tim Murton says from inside his home on Mill Street. And for the last 11 years, the Elora artist has capitalized on that opportunity with his Twilight Zoo, a collection of wire and paper sculptures that illuminate his yard every October, much to the delight of hundreds of visitors. “This is a universal thing. It brings out the kid in everyone,” Murton said, noting visitors to the display are from all ethnic backgrounds and age groups and range from bikers to accountants. “It’s a Halloween display but they’re really seeing art we trick them into seeing art.” In 1999, when Murton first decided to build “a few ghouls” for Halloween outside his home near the intersection of Mill and Metcalfe Streets, he had no idea it would evolve into the attraction it has today. It has grown steadily in size over the last decade, and Murton regularly hosts out of towners who came to Elora just to see the Twilight Zoo. Several years ago, when work commitments prevented him from offering the display, he had visitors from Cambridge and Waterloo wondering what happened. “In a sense, I’ve sort of taken on a responsibility,” said Murton of the sculptures, which this year he started to work on in April, with help from “amazing volunteers” Connie and Chris Smith. “This has been a monumental project for me.” The first annual Monster March Parade on Oct. 24 - a non-motorized procession with mandatory costumes presented
by the Elora BIA in support of the local food bank - featured some of Murton’s creations and helped draw participants and spectators to the Twilight Zoo. And it’s not too late to enjoy the unique display, which costs $5 per person and $20 per family. It runs on Oct. 29 from 2 to 10pm, Oct. 30 from 2 to 8pm and Oct. 31 from 2 to 10pm. As usual, the Twilight Zoo will also offer sugar-free treats from Skinny Stella’s, “Sock Hop Puppet Theatre” put on by the Smiths and, on Halloween night from 6 to 9pm, costume photographs by Sylvia Galbraith.
“This is about individual uniqueness,” he said, adding sculptures at the workshop included a dust mite and an ear wig. “There’s no corporate presence or sponsorship at all ... it’s just individuals having fun.” Murton loves working on the wire sculptures - likening it to “drawing in air” - and last month shared his passion during several workshops at the Elora Legion, which he called great successes. “This is about individual uniqueness,” he said, adding sculptures at the workshop included a dust mite and an ear
wig. “There’s no corporate presence or sponsorship at all ... it’s just individuals having fun.” Around Elora Murton may be known as “the monster guy,” but the sculptures are really just an enjoyable reprieve from his work as a fine art painter. “I try to make my paintings timeless so you don’t tire of them and they don’t demand too much of you,” he said, noting his style ranges from impressionism to photo-realism. “I love the countryside and I love light.” Born in England, Murton didn’t always paint for a living. He emigrated to Canada in 1976 armed with a Bachelor of Science degree in construction technology. After a brief career in mining engineering, he changed paths and decided to enroll at the Ontario College of Art and Design (OCAD) in Toronto. He spent his third year in the off-campus program studying in Florence and Paris. After graduating Murton spent 18 years in the Toronto film industry, accumulating scenic art credits on over 40 feature films in Canada, England and New Zealand, including The Piano, Billy Madison, Tommy Boy and Serendipity. “It’s sort of like surfing with a big wave coming behind you,” Murton said of working on set designs before filming begins. He retired from the movies business about four years ago, and jokes that he was too old to keep at it. “I always wanted to be an artist, so instead of extending all my talent and energy for someone else, now I just do it
Tim Murton and one of the Twilight creations
for myself ... It doesn’t pay as well, though,” he said with a laugh. All joking aside, Murton acknowledged many artists struggle financially and noted the profession is not as easy as it may look to an outsider. His work is on display at the McDonald Stewart Art Centre in Guelph, the Art Gallery of Windsor, the Karger Gallery in Elora and in his home studio by appointment. He isn’t sure exactly from where he gets his artistic flair his older brother is “a computer genius” in the United Kingdom - but Murton says his grandfather was an inventor
and very artistic in his own right. “It’s just something I’ve always done,” he said of painting. He now lives with his partner Elaine Merritt in Elora, and has no plans to leave any time soon. “I grew up on a farm, so this area is close to my heart,” he said. He noted Elora has a very strong artistic community, but stressed the arts need to be continually emphasized to ensure that’s always the case. “Hopefully that will attract more artistic spirits to come here,” he said. Murton mentioned the
Elora Centre for the Arts, the Elora Festival and Sensational Elora as attractions that “extend the calendar” for visitors coming to the village. Hoping to do his part, he plans to keep offering the Twilight Zoo, and eventually will build up an inventory of lanterns that could be shown throughout the village. He envisions those lanterns combining with other “Monster Month” events to form a larger festival that would be aptly named “Elora Lumiere.” For more information on Murton, the Twilight Zoo or his other artistic endeavours, visit www.twilightzoo.ca.
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ENTERTAINMENT Grey-Bruce Singers ready for annual show HANOVER - All I Want For Christmas, the Grey Bruce Singers coming series of concerts, is well into rehearsals with 83 singers from Grey, Bruce and Wellington Counties combining their talents under the direction of Dianne Leith, accompanied by Chris Patterson. The show features music from the movie, White Christmas as well as a medley of songs Christmas on Broadway, and other medleys. An interesting rendition of Jingle Bells is also offered. The choir also engages in the sacred music.
All of that is, interspersed with humour. The concerts run Nov. 26 and 27 at 8pm. There are two shows Nov. 28 at 3 and 8pm with a matinee Nov. 29 at 3pm. Tickets are $5 for children 12 and under. Adult tickets are $18. They can be purchased from the Hanover Public Library (519-364-1420) as of Oct. 28 or through choir members. Patrons are encouraged to choose reserved seats early. Library box office hours are Monday to Friday 10am to 8pm; Saturday 10am to 5pm, and Sunday 1 to 5pm.
Halloween dance to buy special vehicle FERGUS - On Halloween, the Legion here will host a dance, and the proceeds will go towards the purchase of a wheelchair accessible vehicle. Currently for residents of North and Centre Wellington, options are limited when it comes to wheelchair accessible travel, which can greatly affect their health and independence. Even something as simple as a dentist or doctors’ appointment can become very expensive. The Fergus Legion, Community Resource Centre of North and Centre Wellington, Victorian Order of Nurses, and the Seniors Centre
for Excellence formed a group to raise funds for the service. The Halloween dance is the first of several fundraising events to be held. Tickets are $10 each and that include prizes for best costumes and a lunch buffet. The committee visited local councils to bring explain the service need. If anyone has had an experience trying to access accessible transportation in North and Centre Wellington the organizers would like to hear about it. Call them toll free at 1-866-446-4546. For tickets call the Fergus Legion at 519-843-2345.
Centre for the Arts gets $12,500 operating grant by David Meyer ELORA - Cheque presentations are usually ho-hum photo opportunities, but expect something more creative from the Centre for the Arts here. Its officials used pumpkins and fall flowers as a set decoration to formally receive a cheque on Oct. 16 from the Ontario Arts Council. The money can be used for anything to do with the operation of the Arts Centre, from paying salaries to paying the heat and lighting bills. General Manager Arlene Saunders explained why the grant was so important. “Most other grants don’t cover those things. So It’s a real bonus getting an operating grant.” She said the money would be used for “anything and everything.” The grant from the provincial organization is for visual and media arts and artist-run centres and organizations. The grant was the first of its type from any organizations, and organizers were pleased to note that the local centre was the only small town place to receive one. Most of the other grants were presented to city-run operations. Organizers are also hoping that they will be able to receive further grants in the future. Centre Wellington councillor Kirk McElwain, pinch-hitting for Mayor Joanne Ross-
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Crusader's Feast II at sportsplex FERGUS - More than a year has passed since Aelric of Blackthorn, newly elevated to baron, returned home in the north of England from the Third Crusade. It is late in the year 1193, and King Richard the Lionhearted is still held captive by the German Emperor Henry VI. Attempts to raise a ransom have been made. However, the last thing Prince John wants is his royal brother’s return to England. Those loyal to Richard are trying to raise the ransom in secret. Join the court of Baron Blackthorn for a night of intrigue, revelry, fine food, and the keeping of secrets at the second Crusader’s Feast. The first one, held in April 2008, was a mediaeval dinner theatre experience. If featured a
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compelling story, authentic period costumes, sword-fighting, Middle Eastern dancing, an exotic mediaeval banquet. The Crusader¹s Feast II is presented by Blackthorn Productions, of Guelph, in conjunction with The Castle Sangrael and Training Wheel Productions. The event was conceived by Blackthorn¹s Ian Walsh. The play was written by Susan McLay and directed by Michael McLay. Founded in 2004, Blackthorn Productions is a Guelphbased company that specializes in mediaeval education and entertainment. Its mandate is to portray mediaeval history from the late 11th century to the late 12th century, the time of the first three crusades. Blackthorn supports the grade 4 mediaeval curriculum
through hands-on demonstrations, performs at festivals, runs theatre and mediaeval workshops, and offers birthday entertainments, all geared to its chosen period. The Crusader¹s Feast II is Nov. 14, at the Centre Wellington sportsplex. The doors open at 6pm. The feast begins at 7pm and includes two courses of six dishes each, topped by an array of desserts. There will also be a cash bar, merchant booths, and a silent auction. Tickets are $50 per person, $90 per couple. A group rate for ten or more is $40 a person. Tickets are available at The Castle Sangrael, Elora (519846-2999); The Gauntlet Comics and Games, Orangeville (519-938-2220; and Blackthorn Productions (519760-2238).
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ENTERTAINMENT Drayton Entertainment announces many plays for 2010 season DRAYTON – A world premiere production, smash-hit Broadway shows, dramas, and comedies make up Drayton Entertainment’s 2010 playbill. Twenty-one productions will be presented at six venues in four Ontario destinations, in a season that begins in April and continues to December. “We continue to reach for new artistic heights by creating a playbill that offers something for everyone and appeals to avid theatergoers who want a taste of all genres,” said artistic director Alex Mustakas. “We are excited to provide so many different kinds of audiences with opportunities to experience the magic of live theatre.” Tickets for the 2010 season went on sale just to members on Oct. 1. Tickets go on sale to subscribers on Nov. 1 and the general public Jan. 4.
Mustakas said, “The diverse mix of programming in our 2010 season reaffirms our commitment to providing quality professional entertainment at a price that is accessible to everyone.” Drayton Festival Theatre The season starts with the Disney show, High School Musical. Watch as Troy and Gabriella surf the tricky tides of peer pressure and school cliques to follow their dreams and find a place in each other’s heart. It runs April 20 through May 15. A couple’s getaway plans are thrown for a loop when an unruly teenager forces them to navigate the generation gap through tart-tongued observations on fishing, literature, marriage, and mortality in On Golden Pond. It runs June 8 through26.
Next is the Canadian premiere of Cagney, a celebration of silver screen legend James Cagney. His story takes on a new life is the musical biography over five decades of the actor’s career, with song and dance numbers such as Yankee Doodle Dandy, Grand Old Flag, and Give My Regards to Broadway. Cagney runs June 30 through July 24h. Then there is a honky-tonk culture clash. Cowgirls is a toetapping comedy about a nightclub owner who fears foreclosure is imminent when a trio of classically trained female musicians is mistakenly booked for a concert at her country western dance hall. Will the Coghill Trio save the day? The musical runs, Aug. 11 through 28. The season ends with Guys and Dolls, one of the greatest
Broadway musicals of all time. It runs Sept. 15 through Oct.9. St. Jacobs Country Playhouse The international dance sensation Tap Dogs takes over. It starts with the pitter-patter of a lone tapper, but soon the stage is rumbling, sparks are flying and six male dancers are stamping their way across a construction-site set made of steel. It runs June 2 through 26. Next is the unlikely hit musical about the most improbable group of heroes. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a musical comedy about a cast of outsiders for whom the spelling bee is the one place where they can stand out, yet fit in. It runs June 30through July 24. Following a 2009 sold-out run in Drayton and Penetanguishene, Country Legends is back by popular demand. It
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TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, this week you will discover new dimensions to your personality. You will also find that the evenings are full of romantic fireworks to balance out dull days.
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Take some time this week to catch up on uncompleted assignments or to simply spend time relaxing, Scorpio. Doubts that have popped up during the week vanish.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Lay all of your cards out on the table, Gemini, or others may not trust you for future ventures -- especially where business is concerned. A sensitive family situation needs attention.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Try some special entertainment that plays to interests of the heart, Sagittarius. This is your week to cuddle and pamper the one you love. Relish all of your time together.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Get chores out of the way early on this week, Cancer, so that you can spend the rest of the time having fun. Scorpio is your partner in crime when kicking back.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Try not to be impatient with others this week if they let you down, Capricorn. Simply pick up the slack and muddle through. Rough waters are ahead.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 This week supports hobbies, leisure time and your love life, Leo. Now is the perfect time to tap your artistic potential and do something very creative just for the fun of it.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, this week you will be devoting a lot of time to routine tasks. Shopping, making household repairs, and items like this will dominate your days.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Self-discipline enables you to spend time on a project you have been putting off, Virgo. Later in the week, share your time with a child or romantic interest.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 It's good to set your sights on career goals you want to accomplish, Pisces. Others will be excited to see your progress.
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Hillside Inside launches volunteer program former check-in and more. Volunteer manager, Jessie O’Donnell said “Hillside Inside is a great opportunity for volunteers to get a taste of the Hillside culture and is a good gateway to getting involved in the summer program.” Visit www.hillsidefestival.ca to view position descriptions. There is high interest in the program so volunteers are encouraged to register early . Returning volunteers are encouraged to register early as their place will be held only until Jan. 8.
GUELPH - The third annual Hillside Inside event takes place on Feb. 6 at the Sleeman Centre here. The volunteer program launched on Oct. 13th. Experience Hillside from the Inside as an event volunteer, coordinator or committee member; the opportunities are endless. Hillside welcomes applications from anyone aged 13 and up. Front of house and back of house positions are available including box office, gate, equipment shuttle, per-
Volunteer application and agreement forms are available for download from the Hillside website or can be picked up at the Hillside office: 123 Woolwich Street. Tickets for Hillside Inside go on sale in November. Visit the website for complete ticket and line-up information closer to that date. The annual Hillside Summer Festival is a three-day, community-based celebration of music, drumming, and the spoken word and is held annually at Guelph Lake Conservation Area. The 27th Hillside Festival takes place in July.
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GUELPH - The Guelph Chamber Choir has been performing in the city and acting as an international ambassador on behalf of the community for a full 30 years. Its 2009-2010 season has four series concerts, along with a special bonus event. Gerald Neufeld, who has conducted the choir for all but two of the 30 years, is proud of the program, guests, and soloists he has lined up for the milestone year. “Choral music is our passion. For us, nothing compares to the transcendent experience of blended voices striving for perfect harmony and beautiful expression. I invite you to join
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us during this celebration season and share in the beauty, joy, and wonder that live choral music brings to life.” The season opens with a 30th anniversary gala at the River Run Centre on Nov. 7, at 8pm as singers of every age are joined by instrumentalists and dancers to commemorate the past and future. Special guests include the Guelph Youth Singers and Dance theatre David Earle. Handel’s Messiah continues to be an important part of the Christmas tradition at the River Run Centre on Dec. 19 at 8pm. On Feb. 27 at 8pm at Harcourt Memorial United Church, the Guelph Chamber Choir will join forces with the Orpheus Choir, of Toronto, and its conductor, Robert Cooper, with Choral Music for the Northern Soul: music from Canada, Russia and Scandinavia. The series concludes on
May 1 with a rare performance of Monteverdi’s Vespers of 1610 at the Church of Our Lady. Vespers features eight skilled soloists and demands a choir large and skilful enough to cover ten vocal parts, all supported by a full compliment of early Baroque strings, cornetti, sackbuts, recorders, and more. Podium Talks precede series concerts (excluding Messiah) as conductors, choreographers, and instrumentalists provide insight into each evening’s performance from 7 to 7:30pm. Purchasing the full series gives first choice of seats for the gala and Messiah concerts, and provides sustaining support to one the organization. Series and single tickets are available through the River Run Centre by calling 519763-3000 or online at riverrun.ca. Visit www.guelphchamberchoir.ca or call 519-8365103 for more information.
Royal City Christmas Nov. 29 GUELPH - On Nov. 29 at 3pm the Guelph Concert Band will present Royal City Christmas, a concert to kick off the holiday season. The show is for the whole family and is at Harcourt United Church, 87 Dean Avenue. Guests can enjoy festive music including Christmas melodies and well-known family favourites to get them in the holiday mood. Joined by special guests the Harcourt Choir and the King George Youth Choir, and conducted by the marvellous Colin Clarke, this concert will be
sure to put smiles on faces and lighten hearts heavy with the winter blues. Come and enjoy music from How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Sleigh Ride and A Christmas Carol Fantasy including many Christmas favourites. The Harcourt Choir will be accompanied by the band for such Christmas masterpieces as Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring and a Christmas sing along. Visit the band’s website at www.guelphconcertband.org or info@guelphconcertband.org.
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wish to give special thanks to Dave Bratten, Lisa Hart, Enzo Duarenzi, Jimmy Walker, the Scotia Bank, Brian Walker and Lori for all their support of our Camp Quality Golf tournament.
Annual Afternoon Tea & Craft Show
We would also like to thank the following people/business for their kind donations in support of this very worthwhile cause:
November 8th 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Nancy Hopfner James & Catherine Dandy Williams’ Decorating & Benjamin Moore Shane & Sandra Hebner Jamie McGinn Conley Resort Steve & Joy Pinchin Camp Quality Doug Jack Fleming Fast Freight Joe Evans DG Giles Auto Body Co. Dixon Lumber I Love Chocolate Goose & Gridiron Vince Scott Dave Bratton Bush Enterprise McNeil Products Graham Giddy Funeral Homes Ltd.
Fergus Scottish Festivals Ron Wilkin Jewellers Abby Rose Floral Boutique Brodericks Fashion for Women Dr. Judy Knowles Country Forge Gifts & Collectables Joanie’s Crafts & Gifts Brodericks Apparel for Men Homewood Corp. TD Canada Trust-Peter Baldasso Grand River Physiotherapy Meridian Credit Union Steve Lund - State Farm Ins. Eramosa Physiotherapy Stortz & Associates Inc. Mosaic Spa Reliable Motors Ltd. Dan Allen Financial Inc. Golftown-Dustin Champagne
United Steelworkers Local 3789 Brad Walker Highland Manor Retirement Home Royal Canadian Legion Br. 275 Glenn Douglas Thorpe Flight Support Fergus Monuments Fountainhead Reitmans Ltd. - Simon Finkelstein Centre Wellington Camber of Commerce Document Imaging Partners Pepsi Tournament Sports Dave Marsden Heritage Hills Golf Club - Kyle Gallager Fergus Fireplace
Sleeman Purolator - Dave Evans Tamarco Contracting (Barrie) Loraday Env (Barrie) Future Env (St. Catherines) Edge Realty Highland Tile Jimmy Walker Centre Wellington Hydro Reflections Book & Card Shop White Care Airport Service Goofie Newfie Canadian Tire Kitras Art Glass Sandy Complete Family Hairstyling Tom Gallager J.R. McGinn Tom Buckland Carrier Services - Bob McGinn
Thanks to the generosity & hard work of many people. The Optimist Club of Centre Wellington Fergus is able to donate $12,000.00 to Camp Quality - a camp for children with cancer and their families.
Please join us for our
Royal Canadian Legion Fergus, On Admission is FREE • Take time to enjoy our local entrepreneurs and talented craftspeople • Enjoy refreshments • Buy a ticket on a raffle for a handmade afghan, a gift basket or a gift certificate.
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NOVEMBER 7 Annual Fall Bazaar. 10am-2pm at Victoria Park Seniors Centre. Crafts, home baking, quilt raffle, attic treasures, lucky draws & more! Lunch available! Free admission! Call 519-787-1814 for more information or drop by the Centre and see what we have to offer for the month of November! *** Free workshops at Evergreen Seniors Centre in Guelph. 9am-3pm Workshop topics include: Finding Peace Within a Storm, Living an Active Healthy Lifestyle Naturally, Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s: Word 2003 Tips and Tricks, Medicine Wheel Teachings and Spirit Painting, Creative African Movement, Personal Leadership. Lunch provided free. To reserve your spot, call the Volunteer Centre of Guelph-Wellington 519-822-0912. *** Annual Snowflake Tea & Bazaar at Paisley Memorial United Church, 40 Margaret Street Guelph, 11-1:30pm. *** 10am-2pm- Victoria Park Seniors Centre, Fergus. Crafts, baking, quilt raffle draw, attic treasures, lucky draws & more! Lunch available. Free admission. *** St. Mary’s Parish Elora, Annual Beef Dinner and Draw. Elora Community Centre, two sittings 5pm & 7pm. Tickets $12/adults, $5/children, 3 and under- free. Call Mary for tickets 519-8469541. *** St. John Ambulance Babysitting Course (11 years & older) 9am4pm at the Hillsburgh Branch, Wellington County Library, 98B Trafalgar Rd. Cost: $50. Space is limited. For information phone 519-855-4010. *** Baking and Treasure Sale Saturday, 7:30am-12pm. Knox Presbyterian Church, Palmerston. Draw, Silent Auction, Baking, New Gifts, Treasures and Tea Tables. *** Video Dance for Kids 7-14 years of age. Centre 2000, Erin. Two huge screens, an amazing light show, contests/prizes, all request music, snack bar, glow sticks and much more are all yours for an evening of fun. Tickets are $10 each, available at the door. *** Come and Join The Hilltop Singers as they present a Concert of Gospel Music & Remembrance at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Fergus. November 7 & 8 at 7:30pm. Tickets $12. Available at St. Andrew’s Church, or from any chorus member. In support of the Centre Wellington Food Bank & The Door Youth Centre.
NOVEMBER 8 Memorial Day Service Sacrifices out of Belief and Conviction Guest Speaker Steve Watson from Toronto - 10am. Elora & Fergus Unitarian Church, Victoria Park Centre, 150 Albert St W. Fergus . 1-800-565-2353. *** The Best Dam Tour. Guelph Lake Nature Centre 2 – 4 pm $5/person. Please register at 519-836-7860. Journey 20 meters under the Guelph Lake Reservoir. Join us for a tour of the Guelph Lake Dam, and learn about flood control, the production of hydro electric power, and how the dam helps to maintain water levels in the Grand River watershed. *** Optimist Club of Centre Wellington Afternoon Tea & Craft show. Fergus Legion 1-4pm. Please bring an item for the Community Pantry food Bank. For more info. call Joy at 519-787-2879. *** Come to St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Arthur for an evening of Country Gospel Music. Featuring local talent, Bill Beattie, Elwin May, Carl & Brian Watson and the Bauman Sisters. 7pm. Everyone Welcome.
NOVEMBER 9 Until Nov. 14- (closed Nov 11) – Used Book Sale at the Rockwood Branch of Wellington County Library during regular Library hours. Call 519-856-4851 for more information. *** Puslinch Historical Society, 7:30pm, Puslinch Township Office Rd.34 Aberfoyle. Ray Hutton speaks on Vimy Ridge Farm from first settlers to its days as a boys home. Call 519-658-9923.
NOVEMBER 10 Puslinch Seniors' Euchre Club 1:30pm. Present and former Puslinch Township residents are invited to join us for an afternoon of friendly euchre games at the Puslinch Community Centre on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month.
NOVEMBER 11 Rockwood & District Lioness Euchre & Bridge Night. Rockmosa Community Centre, Rockwood at 7pm. $5 a person. Lunch & prizes to follow. *** Turkey dinner at Trinity United Church, Grand Valley. This continuous buffet is served from 4:15-7pm. Adults-$12, Children age 5-12-$5, Preschool-free. Advance tickets only. Call 519-9285627. ***
Remembrance Day Services commencing at 9am at McCrae House, Parade to Sleeman Centre for presentation of Wreaths and full service. Following service, Parade will form on Courthouse Lane and March past Cenotaph. *** The Grand Quilt Guild will meet at the Grand River Raceway for a workshop 1pm to 9pm. Drop in and help with Community Outreach quilts and the Canadian Valour quilts. Everyone welcome.
NOVEMBER 12 Arthur Agricultural Society, directors meeting, 8:15pm. Lower Hall of the Arthur Community Centre. All Welcome. *** Parkinson’s Society, Guelph-Wellington Chapter 7pm Evergreen Seniors Centre, 683 Woolwich Street Guelph. At our November meeting we’ll view a video tape about exercises specifically geared to people with Parkinson’s and have a Wii demo. Contact: Chris Young 519-829-1749. *** Euchre - St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest - 7:30pm. $2.50 includes lunch and prizes.
NOVEMBER 13 Find your Christmas baking, gifts, etc. at the "Christmas in the Lobby" annual sale at Groves Hospital, Fergus. 9am - 2pm. Jean Gordon, Volunteer 519-822-5289 or Convenor - Joan Winstanley 519-787-0923. *** Knox Holstein Presbyterian Church presents the Black Family, from 7-9pm. Silent auction to follow. Plan to attend this "Song & Sell" event.
NOVEMBER 14 The Bazaar for our Hospital Auxiliary will be held at Mount Forest United Church, corner of Hwy 89 & Fergus St. Lunch available from 11:30 -1:30pm $8 per person. *** Alma Parks and Recreation are serving a pancake breakfast at Alma Optimist Hall. 8-11am. Come and enjoy. *** Duff’s Annual Harvest Ham Supper, Puslinch Community Centre. Sittings 5, 7pm. Entertainment 4:30 & 6:30 / $15/Adult $8/Children (12 and under) Under 5 Free. Tickets 519-763-1226. *** Bethany United Church Ham Supper. 5 and 7pm. Adults $12, children 5-12 $6, under 5 Free. For tickets call Georgina 519-8426548. *** Harvest and Holly Bazaar and Lunch. Mark your calendars! 10:30am - 1:30pm Aberfoyle Community Centre. Wellington Cty. Rd. 46, Sponsored by Mt. Carmel-Zion United Church. Bring a friend for lunch and then shop for baking, crafts, plants, and more. *** Paws For Literacy at the Hillsburgh Branch, Wellington County Library, 98B Trafalgar Rd. from 1-3pm. Our favourite literacy dogs are returning for another afternoon of reading with children. Register early for your 20-minute visit with Koukla and her friends. For information phone 519-855-4010. *** Treasure Shop held by Grace Christian Fellowship. 9am-12noon. Free good used clothing, footwear, small household items. Bethel Baptist Church, 675 Victoria Terence, Fergus. *** The Watercolour Painters Club present their annual Art Show and Sale from 10am- 3pm. Refreshments and draws of original art through the day. Free admission. Evergreen Seniors Center, Auditorium, 683 Woolwich Street, Guelph. *** Moorefield United Church Christmas Bazaar. 10am-2pm at Maryborough Community Centre, Moorefield. Quilts, crafts, baking etc. Donations to the food Bank accepted as admissions. *** Roast Beef Supper & Silent Auction at Burns Presbyterian Church, Main Street Erin. Sittings from 5 - 7pm. Tickets are $13. for adults, children $6. Call Carole at 519 833-2925.
NOVEMBER 15 Scott Woods Show, Grand Valley Community Centre, 2pm. Sponsored by Knox Presbyterian Church. Tickets: Adult $20, Child $10. Phone: 519-928-5587. *** CWL euchre party at Sacred Heart Church, Kenilworth, 8pm. Admission $2.50/person, 50/50 draw, penny table and light lunch. Everyone welcome. *** Food Grains Concert at Knox-Calvin Presbyterian Church, Harriston at 7:30pm. Featuring: the Hilltop Singers, the Journeyman from Fergus and Country Spirit from Harriston. Freewill Offering.
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Grand Valley Lions Club
Annual Turkey Shoots
New to your Community? be sure to call
Oct 31st, Nov 14th Regular Shot and Slug Shoot Starts 10AM At Lion Dick’s Farm. East end of Amaranth Street – Grand Valley
Patti Klein 519-843-7055
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Our hostess will bring gifts and greetings, along with helpful community information.
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Come and Join
The Hilltop Singers as they present A Concert of Gospel Music & Remembrance at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Fergus November 7 & 8, 2009 at 7:30pm Tickets - $12.00 Available at St. Andrew’s Church, Ron Wilkin’s Jewellers, or from any chorus member. In support of the Centre Wellington Food Bank & The Door Youth Centre.
29th Annual
Christmas Show & Sale Sat. November 14th 9:30am - 4:00pm Mount Forest & District Sports Complex 850 Princess St., MOUNT FOREST
100’s of Unique Crafts & Gifts, Fresh Baking, Fresh Greenery Christmas Cafe for Snacks & Lunch *Limited vendor space still available* Contact Crystal at 519.323.4077 or crystals@wightman.ca
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2009 H1N1 Influenza Safety
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All influenza, including the H1N1 flu virus, is spread by droplets. When a person coughs or sneezes, the virus becomes airborne and then falls on hard surfaces within a six-foot circle of the person. You can become infected with the influenza virus when you breathe in the airborne virus, or when you touch a contaminated surface and then touch your mouth and/or nose. Protective Measures: • Avoid being within six-feet of a person who is coughing or sneezing. • Use alcohol hand sanitizer often. Soap and water can be used if sanitizer is not available. • Cover your cough or sneeze with the bend of your elbow, or a tissue. • Stay home if you are sick to protect others at work. • Clean hard surfaces regularly as the virus can live two hours or longer on surfaces. For more information, visit the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health website, at: www.wdghu.org.
Autumn leaves are Gold for Your Garden!
WELLINGTON COUNTY WELCOMES NEW EMPLOYEES On October 9th, the County of Wellington held its quarterly new hire orientation. New employees attended a day long session where they took part in respectful workplace and accessibility training, became familiar with the roles and responsibilities of each department and their policies and procedures. Welcome to our Top 100 team!
MANAGEMENT TEAM RAISES MONEY FOR THE LOCAL UNITED WAY Recently, at the quarterly County of Wellington Management Team Meeting, $714 was raised through a silent and live auction. Members of the Management Team generously donated various items for the event. Thank you to everyone who participated!
• “leaf” it to nature - mow over leaves and leave a light layer on your lawn • place leaves in a garbage can and use a lawn trimming tool to shred the leaves - then scatter over your lawn or compost • add leaves (alternating with layers of fruit/vegetable scraps) to your composter • store extra leaves in bags - add to your composter throughout the winter, spring and summer • cover gardens with a 15 cm (6”) layer of leaves to provide insulation • dig leaves into gardens
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WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS GO INTO EFFECT ON NOVEMBER 1ST. NO PARKING ON ALL PUBLIC ROADWAYS OR PARKING LOTS BETWEEN 2:00 A.M. & 6:00 A.M. QUESTIONS? CALL KELLY-ANN HALL, WELLINGTON COUNTY PARKING COORDINATOR, AT: (519) 837-2600, EXT. 2510*
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SWS sells backyard composters year-round for $30 (taxes incl.) at all County waste facilities. For more information, contact Solid Waste Services (SWS): (519) 837-2601 or toll-free 1-866-899-0248.
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