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I Brome County ÊEÊ^a^aiJUc Michel Ginette NEW Magog 231 Sherbrooke St.Famham 999 Principale St.E.Wednesday, May 30, 2007 Survivor Series Frelighsburg No one's voted off By Wendy Denman Brome County News correspondent Local beys and girls aged 11 to 13 have the opportunity this summer of a free weekend of camping and kayaking on the Pike River.“I was presenting the facts and figures about our English youth and the situation of some of our youth and young families to Cowansville’s new recreation director, Pierre Morin, and he suggested maybe we could do a joint venture,” said George Courville of Townshippers’ Association in Cowansville.No sooner said than done.“1 really liked the idea of a Survivor Camp,” said Courville.“It gets kids outside, offers adventure and challenges them in many different ways.It helps to foster leadership skills, teamwork, critical thinking, good judgement, self-confidence, a sense accomplishment and responsibility.“This camp is for those children who otherwise would not get this kind of opportunity.” Courville said Townshippers’ Association is especially interested in helping young people.“So this initiative is perfect for us.We’re hoping this camp will strengthen the sense of community in the participants." As for the Town of Cowansville, Courville said there’s a belief that “local English-speaking youth should have the opportunity to participate in activities that encourage them to develop their skills and their ownership of the region.“The town also sees this project as ameans to fill their need for camp monitors in the future," The town is providing insurance.Townshippers’ is dealing with recruitment and paperwork.The third partner in the initiative is The Benny Camping Group, an organization Please see Camp on Page 2 Vf4 -Ï IS* Utif manche jnig * m‘ The role of the fridge in an emergency Tea Time DAVID ANDERSON Mrs.Dorothy Fletcher recently celebrated her 102nd birthday at the CHSLD Horace Boivin in Waterloo where she is a resident.She would only allow her photo to be taken after she was served a cup of tea and cookies - which Brome County News photographer David Anderson was only too pleased to wait for.Time is on her side.Info Médic By Maurice Crossfield Knowlton Knowlton’s Uniprix pharmacy has teamed up with the First Responders and the Brome Lake Wellness Centre to offer a kit that may help save a life in an emergency.Info Médic hangs on your fridge door.Inside can be found information on spe- cific illnesses, medications, doctors and people to contact in an emergency.Those are vital details that a person might not be able to give in a crisis.“It’s a very good information tool,” said René Claude Gagnon, pharmacist at the Uniprix.“That way First Responders or ambulance workers can find the information they need quickly.” The process begins at your main entrance, where a small sticker lets emer- gency workers know to look for the Info Médic kit.Upon arriving they will know to look for the magnetic holder on the refrigerator.Inside the kit the main page gives your basic information, including any major illnesses.Then there’s a list of doctors and any allergies, and emergency contact information.On the back Please see Fridge on Page 12 Pharmacist Familiprix Kem^IaSairYBrack by Popular Demand 9th Annual Eastern Townships Tourism Paper June 13th, 2007 ¦A*.Call Lynda 450-242-6892 pierre.marziali@faniiliprix.com Honrs: Mon.-Wed.9-8 p.m.Thurs.& Fri.9 - 9 p.m.Sat.9-5 p.m.408 South St., Cowansville g«a-2i7i Auberges Spa West Brome A FULL SERVICE SPA 7 days/week 128 Route 139, West Brome www.awb.ca 450-286-7552 1 888-502-7663 > page 2 Wednesday, May 30, 2007 Brome County News Brome County Community Billboard Community Calendar June 1 & 2 “Three Old Bags” or “Golden Years, Shmolden Years”.A Clownish Comedy on t’ _> joys and pains of growing older.With Gissa Israel, Pina Macku and Emma Stevens.Directed By Mary Harvey.Coeur du Village, Sutton: 450-538 - 0486 at 8 P.M.Theatre Lac Brome, Knowlton: 450-242-2270, July 12,13, @ 2 p.m., July 12,13, 14, @8 p.m.June 2 Potton Heritage Association - Saturday June 2,9:30 a.m.Kayak on Missisquoi River, easy.If you have no kayak, you can rent it for about $35 (limited number).Call early! Jacques Thouin, 450- 292-3020 or Denis Heath, 450-292-3710.Meet at “La chouette”: 560 road #243.Knowlton United Flea Market, 234 Knowlton Rd„ on Saturday from 9 a.m.-noon.Donations welcomed.A Bake Sale, Garage Sale and Car Wash will be held at Mansonville Baptist Church on Saturday from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.June 2 & 3 Craft Sale at Richmond Arena on Saturday, June 2 from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m.and Sunday, June 3 from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m.More than 100 Crafters.No admission charge.June 6 Info Medic Workshop.On June 6 from 1-4 p.m.at Centre Lac Brome, Uniprix Pharmacist René-Claude Gagnon will be available to answer questions about the Info Medic service available through the Uniprix in Knowlton.This system is designed to inform emergency helpers of your medical conditions and/or medications.Volunteers from the TBL Wellness BCN RATES & DEADLINES COMMUNITY CALENDAR Brome County News Community Calendar is reserved for non-profit organizations only.Deadline is noon on Mondays.A pre-paid fee of $7 is required per publication, or SPECIAL RATE of $13 for 2 insertions: 1 BCN & 1 in Friday Record “What’s On" section.Please forward notices to 88-A Lakeside St., Knowlton, QC JOE 1V0, email: bcnnews@qc.aibn.com, or fax: (450) 243-5155.Visa and Mastercard accepted.Volunteer Centre and the TBL First Responders will be on hand to assist those who would like help filling out the basic information sheet.To RSVP and/or for more details call the Uniprix Pharmacy at 450-243-5700.June 9 Joint Spring Buffet Supper, Knowlton-Creek United Churches : chicken pot pie, assorted salads and desserts, 4:30 to 7 p.m.at Knowlton United Church, 234 Knowlton Rd.Adults $10, children 10 and under $3.June 13 The Margo Smith Bridge Benefit Luncheon on behalf of the TBL Wellness Volunteer Centre will be held at the Knowlton Golf Course, 264 Lakeside, Knowlton on Wednesday, June 13 at 11:30 a.m.Please make up your own table and reserve as soon as possible by calling 243-0124.Limited seating.$18 per person all inclusive.Arts Calendar June 1 -10 Sunshine Theatre Productions presents The Drawer Boy, a comedy by Michael Healey, directed by Kate Wisdom with actors Ralph Steiner, Jim (Ace) MacLellan and Doug Hooper.Arts Knowlton (9, chemin du Mont-Echo) 450-242-2270.Friday, June 1,8 p.m.; Saturday, June 2, 2 p.m.and 8 p.m.; Saturday, June 9, 2 p.m.and 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 10, 2 p.m.Tickets cost $18 at the door and $15 for seniors and students.Townshippers’ Association members receive 10% discount: Knowlton Pub offers a discount of 10% on meals when you show your theatre tickets.www.sunnymead.org/sunshine.Arts Knowlton - Sunday, June 3, 7 p.m.: The U.S.Versus John Lennon-The evolution of the singer’s role as an activist and the forces that rose up against him.June 16 & 17 4th Water Colour Exhibition presented by local artist Gerard Schwartz drawing his inspiration from the countryside and back roads surrounding Saint Armand hoping to communicate is aesthetic vision to those who wish to share his t traditional style at Centennial Hall, 130 Lakeside St., Knowlton, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.Saturday and Sunday, June 16 & 17.Information, 450-248-3832.Church Services KNOWLTON/CREEK PASTORAL CHARGE Worship & Song by members assisted by The Reverend Dale Skinner.Creek United, Foster, 9:30 a.m., Knowlton United, Knowlton (handicap access), 11 a.m.Sunday School at both services.Visit us on the web at www.knowlton-creek.com.ST.PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 24 St.Paul’s Road, Knowlton.Sunday Services: Traditional 8 a.m.service and 10 a.m.with music, Sunday School and Nursery.For more info: 450-242-2885.The Rev.Tim Wiebe and the congregation welcomes everyone.ANGLICAN PARISH OF BROME SERVICE - Sunday, June 3rd, HOLY TRINITY, IRON HILL, 10 a.m.Holy Communion.The Rev.P.Tidman.SAINT-EDOUARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 366 Knowlton Rd., Knowlton -Sunday Mass: 10:30 a.m.(Bilingual.) COWANSVILLE AREA PASTORAL CHARGE UNTIED CHURCH Worship at Emmanuel United Church, 203 rue Principale, Cowansville.Worship 10:30 a.m., Choir practice, 10 a.m.Rev.Wendy MacLean officiating.450-263-0204.TRINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH, COWANSVILLE.Join us for Sunday Worship one Service only at 11 a.m.every Sunday.Info: 450-263-2662.ANGLICAN PARISH OF BEDFORD/PfflLIPSBURG & FARNHAM - Sunday Services: Philipsburg, 9:30 a.m.; Faraham, 1st Sunday in Bedford at 11 a.m., 2 & 4th Sundays at 9:30 a.m.in Famham & 3rd Sunday at 11 a.m.in Fam-ham; Bedford, 11 a.m.For information call 450-248-3923.The Ven.Dr.Brian A.Evans, Rector & Archdeacon of Bedford.BEDFORD UNITED CHURCH PASTORAL CHARGE - Sunday Service June 3rd in Bedford at 10 o’clock.Rev.Michel Nahas leading.Everyone welcome.450-248-3044 for information.GRACE ANGLICAN CHURCH in SUTTON, 52 Principale sud, welcomes everyone for Sunday Services at 10:30 a.m.All are welcome.The Rev.Canon Tim Smart, Rector.450-538-8108.OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH, SUTTON, Pastor Alex Lobach and the congregation welcome all to worship with us each Sunday at 11 a.m.Mid-week youth group and Bible Study.Tel.450-538-5225.ALL SAINTS ANGLICAN CHURCH -DUNHAM.Sunday Services at 9:30 a.m.The Rev.Sinpoh Han.Information 450-266-0392.NEW VISION PASTORAL ZONE UNITED CHURCHES: Join us for Sunday worship in the following churches at the indicated times: Dunham United at 9:15 a.m., St.Paul’s United, Waterloo, at 10 a.m., Granby United at 11:30 a.m.and Calvary United, Sutton at 11:15 a.m.Reverend Davied Lambie will be in Granby and Waterloo and Reverend Susan Tille-man will be in Sutton and Dunham in June.For information call Gail Booth at 450-538-0530.Camp: Cont’d from Page 1 Courville called “a leader in alternative youth programming for over 30 years." “They’re bringing all their experience to bear on the camp, providing animators and the equipment — tents, bikes, kayaks," said Courville.The Benny Group is youth centred — they encourage young people to learn by doing and by giving back to the community: interest or curiosity in an activity will get teens coming through the doors, and fun, friendship, personal development and a sense of accomplishment will keep them coming back.The group stresses flexibility and being sensitive to the needs of the participants.Dubbed Survivor Series Frelighsburg, the camp will take place July 13 to 15 at a site provided by Bedford and area Boy Scouts.During the three days, the campers will navigate the Pike River by kayak, mountain bike the local trails, swim, play volleyball, live in tents, and cook over an open fire.Courville said there’s room for some 30 young people.“The camp is free; all we require is a positive attitude and a sense of adventure.” Brome County NEWS 88-A Laxesde, Knowuon, Quebec; JOE 1V0 Tel (450) 242-1188(242-6892 Fax:(450)243-5155 Established May 1991 Published weekly fry i tm ¦ RECORD 1195 Galt E., Sherbrooke.Quebec, JIG 1Y7 fax: (819) 569-3945 E mail: newsroomdsherbrookerecordxom website: wwwjherbrookerecord.com .! Randy Kinnear Pubusher .Eleanor Brown Eddor .Alison Steel Secretary.Lynda bellavanœ Aenertisinc Michel Duval Advertising CIRCULATION Distributed to all Record subscribers every Wednesday as an insert, and to households and businesses In Abercom, Bedford, Brigham, Brome, Bromont, Cowansville, East Famham, Foster, Fulford, Knowlton (Brome Lake), Sutton, Bolton Centre, West Brome.The Record was founded on February 7.1897, and acquired the Sherbrooke Examiner (est.1879) in 1905 and the Canadian Publications Mail Setyice Product Agreement No.0479675.Member ABC CARD.CNA, QCNA 800463-9525 Sherbrooke Gazette (est.1837) in 1908.(819)5696345 The Record is published by Alta (450) 242-1188 Newspaper Group Limited Partnership.(450)242-6892 .800463-9525 JRD JOLY RIENDEAU &DUKEca (COWAMSVILli) INC.Taxation, Accounting, Financial Services, Estate Planning and Settlement, Farm Transfers Cowansville Knowlton Sherbrooke 127 Principale, Suite 105 560 Ch.Knowlton 3490 Galt West Cowansville Ville de Lee Brome Sherbrooke (450) 263-4123 (450) 243-5021 (819) 566-2575 KNOWLEDGE AND KNOW-HOW And if it’s popular, said Courville, there might be more to come.“Perhaps a hike up the Pinnacle in the fall." For information on Survivor Camp Frelighsburg and registration forms call 450-263-4422. Wednesday, May 30, 2007 page 3 Brome CountyNïws 16-year-old attends his own art opening .in New York City By Wendy Denman Brome County News correspondent Ben Gilker recently attended the opening of his own art exhibit in the heart of New York City.Gilker is 16 and to add to the thrill, the vernissage coincided with his senior class trip the week of May 19.My classmates were all there, it really was very exciting.I was sad when it was over, when the work was done.” Gilker, who graduated from secondary four at Cow-ansville’s Massey-Vanier Regional High in 2006, moved into Montreal last fell to attend FAC.E.(Fine Arts Core Social Notes All Saints Anglican Church, Dunham On April 26th approximately 95 people enjoyed a Chicken Pie Luncheon.The ball was decorated in spring colours and there were vases with daffodils on each table; our thanks to Noreen Craig for the beautiful flowers.Door prizes were won by Micheline Giroux and Shirley Sylvester.Cards were played, the bingo going to Doreen McPherson.Other winners were Helen Dymond, Doreen McPherson, Charlotte Mitchell, Marc Hebert, June Royea, Stanley O’Brien and George Wilson.We were sorry that Joyce Martin and Christine McLaughlin could not be with us due to illness and Ada rinkler who was out of town.They were sorely missed.Our thanks go to the many volunteers who help us, as we could not manage without them.Next year, 2008 being the 200th anniversary of the Parish of all Saints, many plans are being made for special events, and these will be published at later dates.Our next project is catering the Robinson Residence Spring Tea in June.We would like to thank everyone for their continued support and look forward to seeing Education) for his senior year.“Our family is really into the arts, and my dad suggested I go there because the program really encourages creating, music and theatre.” The school, with an enrollment of more than 1,500 students, is located on University Street and is a partnership between the English and French Montreal school boards and McGill University.Beyond the required academic courses, the bilingual school offers enriched art, music and theatre courses with an extra six hours-plus of class time a week.There Gilker met Joe Beaugniet, a former media teacher, who was in the process of renovating and setting up Shetler’s art gallery/studio art centre with a friend at the comer of New York's Broadway and 54th Street.“I told Joe how I was really interested in creating shadows and we spent a couple of hours talking about how to do that and we decided to collaborate.“Joe went and took black and white photos of New York roof tops and had them printed on see-through acetate.Then I took clear Plexiglas and using black acrylic, painted on figures.By combining the two, putting his photos on top of my drawings, we were able to get great shadows and Joe decided the four pieces we did would be the first art exhibit.He knew our class trip was going to New York, so he held the opening at the same time.” Art is a fairly new experience for Gilker.A musician who plays both piano and guitar as well as a theatre buff, he discovered his talent for drawing during his FAC.E.experience.“I was really quite surprised that I could draw so well and enjoyed it so much.I really liked the project and it was a letdown when it was finished.I would like to do more with my drawing.” Gilker has been accepted into Dawson College’s three-year professional theatre program, which requires an interview and intensive audition — with two monologues and an unaccompanied song — as well as the necessary cégep prerequisites.“I guess my biggest passion is philosophy, but I couldn’t decide which of the many areas I wanted to pursue, so I went with my second passion — theatre.But I really love all the arts, just doing something creative.” COURTESY BEN GILKER Ben Gilker and the collaborative artwork he’s created, at top.you at our next luncheon, the date of which will be published in The Record.- submitted byJoan Patterson All Saints Ladies Guild PURCHASING IMMEDIATELY Canadian paintings Bellefleur, Borduas, Carr, Cullen, Dallaire, Fortin, Franchère, Gagnon, Heward, Huot, Krieghoff, Lemieux, Milne, Morrice, Pellan, Pilot, Riopelle, Roberts, Savage, Suzor-Côté, Group of 7, American & European Masters.Galerie Claude Lafitte lafitte« lafitte.com 514-842-1270 Since 1975 La Vic Sucrée "The Sweet Life The rumour is true -we have expanded.We’ve pushed out the wall & the tree is decorated & waiting for you.Xmas decorations are up!! Come see our newly renovated shop.Tons of stuff to see.With every $10 purchase receive your free glass ornament (while supplies last) Don’t forget our home-made fudge.Lynn Matthews & RogerJones 29 Lakeside, Knowlton QC Tel.: 450-242-1445 J Now published 24 hours a day.Announcing the new www.sherbrookerecord.com ' ¦ ¦¦¦———I THE ——MM-i.il RECORD page 4 Wednesday, May 30, 2007 Brome County^hws There’s no taking the pain out of car repairs The unkindest cuts of all Being a backyard mechanic isn’t all fun and games.Sometimes it’s a pain, literally.Between my time at the garage and my various mechanical adventures I’ve sustained any number of in-juries, from bee stings while scavenging parts from scrapped cars to cuts, burns, scrapes, scraping burning cuts.I’ve erased parts of my body and had any number of volatile solvents splashed in my face, eyes and even trickling down into some areas I’d rather not mention.Sometimes, like the time a steel gasket jammed under my fingernail, it was unbelievably painful.At other times I didn’t notice until I saw the blood trickling onto my latest project.Looking back, I’ve left a lot of DNA on various makes and models of cars.trucks, tractors and motorcycles.If you’re looking for some serious first aic^ advice, you might want to look elsewhere.Like Info Santé.Or 9-1-1.I’m part of a conflicted generation.We’re supposed to be ' modern, sensitive and so on.But we began our working lives amongst older folks who looked at pain as just something else to be endured and not complained about.If you’re still conscious, get back to work.Like the day with the gasket under my fingernail.Before I could react I reached over and yanked it out.Then I went outside and sat in a January snowbank, with the sweat pouring off me.A few minutes later I was back at it, a strip of Kleenex and some electrical tape serving as a bandage.I’m even seeing “mechanics gloves” these days.My opinion: if you don’t want to get your hands dirty, get Under The Hood Maurice Crossfield someone else to fix your car.No matter how good gloves can be, they don’t match up to bare hands.Toughen them up and they’ll serve you well.All this to say that car re-pair is inherently dangerous work.You can take all kinds of precautions, but when it comes down to it you will eventually get mashed, bashed, burned or crushed.Especially if you're me.In my garage days I averaged an injury a day (usually a cut).Beyond the scrapes and scratches, there are very real dangers.Like having a car fall on you.Every year experienced mechanics and backyard hobbyists alike die because the car they were working on slipped off a jack, and there was no safety stand.Falling cars are unforgiving.Then there are various moving parts, many of which are capable of ripping off or crushing various body parts.Fan belts can grab at loose clothing, as can drive shafts and power takeoff shafts.Then there are the various things that can catch fire, or explode, or need to be welded, only to catch fire and explode.Or fill your lungs with essence of burning rubber or melting plastic.It’s kind of a dysfunctional relationship.Cars don’t feel.Cars don’t care.And yet still, we love them.We develop coping strategies.Like the Kleenex and electrical tape.It looks nasty, but it is one of the best ways to protect a cut I’ve ever seen.Until you spill gas on your hand and it soaks into the tissue.And that metal that’s tearing your flesh to ribbons?It’s probably rusty, it may have a layer of grease or paint on it.But for some reason I’ve never had a car-repair cut get infected.I bind it up, finish out the job at hand and clean it a few hours later.(Still, I updated my tetanus shot a couple of years back, just to be on the safe side.) The point of all this?Car repair can be a nasty job.If you want to do it yourself, be prepared for the occasional bobo.Take the precautions.And if you aren’t doing it yourself, remember what your mechanic has to put up with so you don’t have to.Security System & Remote Starters ALSO AVAILABLE complete sound system [TRAILER, BIKE ¦HITCHES! FOR ALL VEHICLES AND MORE • Convertible top • Sun roof Upholstery car seats, snowmobiles, VTT, boat, tractors, etc.Autodeflector Complete hitch Quality trailer hitch • Running board • Fibreglass box Etc.SPECIAL With purchase of hitch bike racks 99 Lebeau Vitres d'autos 263-5191 1500, Sud Cowansville Correction The phone number for information on travel restrictions to the United States in the last issue of Brome County News was incorrect.Call the general number for the US Consul General’s Office at 514-398-9695.'acdwis BISTRO FRANÇAIS Home-made Frencli Fries at 29.95 C1 loice of 2 Appetizers Choice of 2 Entrées Cfioice of 2 Desserts an d Tea and Coff ee Open Wednesday to Sunday at 5:30 starting June 1st: Lunches 1 liurs.-Sun.- 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.Reservation at 450-295-2875 Chef André Barnier 3804, rue Principale, local 102, Dunkam Tel-: 450-295-2875 • 1-888-995-2875 • Fax: 450-295-2240 There’s one thing you can predict in life.MS makes life unpredictable.n« : MuMpte Sclerosis 1 Society of Canada 1 800 260-7582 www rrwsoaefy ca Speak right from the heart.A donation in memory of a loved one is a gift of hope.It takes just a few minutes.A card will be sent to the bereaved family as a token of your sympathy and generosity.1 888 473-4636 HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION Of QUÉBEC Wednesday, May 30, 2007 page 5 Brome County News Begin with a bit of Fiddle Fever nrt, I ries .A.in ] Then move on to Strauss By Philip A.Godin Brome County News Correspondent ‘ Cordes-à-Vent string orchestra vill kick off its summer 2007 series with three concerts to be held i June in Bromont and Sutton.Orchestra Conductor Françoise Turcotte was clearly careful when selecting the pieces that make up this summer’s repertoire.Matching the orchestra’s capabilities with music that suits listeners’ interests and expectations is a balancing act the conductor has honed to an art over the years.The first three concerts repeat.They open with Keith Sharp’s rhythmic Fiddle Fever, perhaps more as a limbering exercise than the traditional call to order.The group then glides into Johann Strauss’ Emperor’s Waltz followed by Vivaldi’s Concerto in G Minor.This is when solo violinist Sabine Garceau-Boisvert takes centre stage and demonstrates just how much progress a serious young musician with seven years of practice with the Cordes à Vent can make.The orchestra then makes an about turn and launches into a medley of lively operatic pieces from Bizet’s easily recognizable Carmen before moving onto Vivaldi’s Concerto no.2 in A Minor, giving Madeleine Proulx an opportunity to play violin 1 with Turcotte as violin 2.A definite first for this orchestra, which has often shared its stage with a collection of invited artists, will be the closing act in the first set.Featured are the eight Danseuses de l’École de claquettes Tap Danz under the direction of Lynn Guertin.PHILIP A.GODIN The Cordes à vent string orchestra launches its summer concert series with two in Bromont and one in Sutton.The second part of the concert will feature Lindsay Turcotte, solo violinist, in Bach’s Concerto no.1 in A Minor.Turcotte, no relation to the conductor, is another example of how well burgeoning musicians can do with this orchestra.After four years with the Cordes, Turcotte has graduated to the tutorship of Université de Montréal’s Vladimir Landsman.The last two pieces in the program, J.B.Accolay’s Concerto where violinist Guylaine Santerre is featured, and Brian Balmages’ Celtica that show- cases the orchestra’s Concertmaster Ruby Clark, are excellent choices to bring the concert to a rousing close.Missing from this summer’s line-up and certain to be missed are violin teacher and orchestra co-founder David MacAdam, whose health has sidelined him for an undisclosed period, and Université de Montréal virtuoso San- drine Zuyderhoff-Craig.Zuyderhoff-Craig last played in the area this past Victoria Day weekend at the prestigious Knowlton Antique Show.Over its 21 years, the Cordes-à-vent has gained a reputation for identifying and training young musicians in string instruments while providing a venue for them to play in public.The orchestra has seen dozens of young musicians join its ranks, develop skills and talents while benefiting from the discipline and training that only the context of a concert orchestra can provide.Thanks to financial and instrument donations, the orchestra can now even ensure students have ready access to quality instruments without having to purchase them.Auditions for young musicians can be arranged through Musical Director Françoise Turcotte at 450-538-7480.Thé first concert will be held Sunday, June 3 at 4 p.m.in Bromont’s magnificent St-François-Xavier church, and the second on Friday, June 8 at l’Église Saint-Vincent Ferrier, which is also in Bromont, at 7 p.m.The third will be held in Sutton’s Saint-André church, the orchestra’s home and its most intimate venue, on Sunday, June 10 at 2 p.m.Tickets are available at the door or at at the Livre d’Or book store in Sutton.Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for students and $2 for children.Centre de santé et de services sociaux La Pommeraie To the ENTIRE STAFF of KNOWLTON HOUSE for the wonderful care Frank J.Sixt received.We thank you.The Sixt family Ic!i .-y, Mannar 11 :::—.-j 'wcshet 1 Knowlton • BBQ ON DECK DAILY • SUCCULENT SPARE RIBS & SPICY CHICKEN WIN6S ' WATERFRONT BISTRO 4 BAR • SEASON BOAT SLIPS • BOAT LAUNCH ¦ ICE CREAM • GAS BAR ¦ THE COOLEST ATMOSPHERE! OPEN: 7 DAYS /8 AM -8 PM MAY THRU SEPTEMBER 78 BENOIT, KNOWLTON, BROME LAKE / 450-243-5453 www.marinaknowlton.com E-MAIL: info@marinaknowlton.com Starting on June 1st NEW VISITING HOURS ATTHE BMP HOSPITAL In order to insure a quality stay and promote a rapid recovery for hospitalized patients, the CSSS La Pommeraie has modified the visiting hours at the BMP Hospital.NORMAL VISITING HOURS Visits are allowed from 2:00 p.m.to 4:00 p.m.and from 6:30 p.m.to 8:30 p.m.Only two visitors per patient are permitted at any given time.SPECIAL SITUATIONS ¦ PAVILLON DES NAISSANCES The presence of the father of the child or of a caregiver/coach is permitted at all times.• PAEDIATRICS AND GERIATRICS The presence of a family member is permitted at all times.' PALLIATIVE CARE AND LONG TERM CARE BEDS Visits by family members or any other significant person are permitted at all times.• INTENSIVE CARE Visits by one or two persons at a time are permitted for 5 to 10 minute periods each hour.When the patient's condition dictates it, the staff may permit the presence of a significant person at the bed side at all times.from a viral or bacterial problem should refrain from visiting The management and staff of La Pommeraie thank the visitors for complying with these new directives which are designed for the welfare of the patients.Fiers partenaires de votre santé Working together for your health 450 266-4342 www.santemonteregie.qc.ca page 6 Wednesday, May 30, 2007 Brome County News Back in the Lake Brome swim of things Bla bla, the environmen t August 15, 2006.We’d just returned from a shark diving trip to Mexico, but more on that another time.A good way to shake off some jet lag and a night-owl flight back to New York, I thought, would be a refreshing dip in the lake.Down by the water, the day didn’t seem quite as hot and humid as before.That, combined with a scuzzy algae slick with an odd Colorado blue spruce tinge to the usual green colour, made swimming distinctly unappealing.A shower would have to do.Lake check the next morning found no change in surface water quality.On the way back to the house I fetched the newspapers.Our own spritely journal had as its headline: “Brome Lake closed”.The body of water that constitutes most of our western view had just joined the growing list of lakes, ponds and rivers suffering cyanobacteria infestation.Just how does one “close” a lake?Brian Eddington Seems you’d have to put a se- T H E cure fence around it and cover COUNTRY the whole thing with a giant SQUIRE pool blanket.Maybe for good measure have a Robin Williams-type protective dyke.the large lady with comfortable shoes who’d shout things like, “Stay back! Get away! It’s not safe!” in her gruff smoker’s voice.May 4, 2007.The paper had another water-related headline: Brome Lake was open for business once more.Not that anyone was about to jump in.There’s not much appeal about open-air swimming when you’re still making fires.A warm spring deluge followed by a few hot days, though, and things change quickly.After an extended, sweaty, lawnmowing catch-up session on May 23, the temptation was too great.A hot sun splashed across a nearly-smooth lake surface and in I waded.The water was cold, but not brutal or breath-stopping.After a few pauses at various depths for acclimatization purposes (knee level, then between knee and waist), 1 took the plunge.A bracing, awakening experience to be Mow with the greatest of ease.All models only available at your local John Deere Dealer EZtrak Z425 Contact us for details 23*hp Briggs & Stratton engine ?48-inch Edge Cutting System • 8 mph ground speed EZtrak™ Z225 Contact us for details 18.5-hp Briggs & Stratton engine * 42-inch Edge" Cutting System • 7 mph ground speed EZtrak™ Z445 Contact usdor details 25-hp Kawasaki engine • 54-inch Edge" Cutting System •8 mph ground speed • 18-inch high-back seat I John Deere LES EQUIPEMENTS LAGUE LTEE 122, RUE LAGUE L'ANGE GARDIEN, QC JOE 1E0 (450) 293-8146 sure, but water temperature proved eminently tolerable.No risk of cardiac arrest, or even icecream headache; neither would there be a need to sit to pee for a _______ few days, as can be the case after immersion in icy water.(As younger folk we’d compete for earliest and latest swims of the season, mostly in our Lake Massaw-ippi days.) So, after a nine-month hiatus, Brome Lake is fit and ready for another water-sport session.The question now is, for how long?Was last summer’s experience just a fluke, an unfortunate confluence of conditions favourable to vigorous, virulent algae blooms?Or the inevitable result of decades of going about our blissful if ill-advised ways?Today, according to all the polls, the environment is our number one concern.Kyoto is the rallying cry.We’ve formed pressure groups and grass-roots organizations, held meetings with movies and guest speakers and voted to try to clean up our acts.Sadly, that’s about where our resolve stops.When it comes to significant action or sacrificing any of our comfortable indulgent possessions and practices.there seems to be considerable hesitation.Ponder, for instance, a recent town meeting in an Ontario bedroom community.Concerned citizens gathered to determine what they could do to save energy and reduce waste.One keener suggested a return to the old fashioned clothesline as part of the wash day ritual.She’d heard that the average clothes dryer consumes more electricity in one week that an African village of 500 souls uses in a year.An awkward silence followed.Was the situation so serious they’d have to sacrifice their pleasant suburban skyline?An eagerly accepted alternate was to unplug cell-phone chargers when not in use.Now there’s a real energy saver.Governments only reflect voters' moods.Ontario is banning incandescent lightbulbs; Ottawa may soon follow.Never mind that the curly fluorescent ones contain significant levels of mercury, are made mostly in unregulated China and have to be transported hence.But, it's sure easier than reining in Exxon-Mobile, General Motors, and Athabasca tar sands development.Meanwhile, awaiting real leadership, we can feel better admiring the smiley-face energy efficiency labels on or new appliances.Like grade one kids proudly waving the cutesy little good behaviour stickers on their otherwise indecipherable report cards.HG3CCSP2096L -00106831 Great news for a good cause.The Diapason The most talked about project of this season is definitely the building of the new regional palliative care hospice, La Maison Au Diapason.Construction slated to start late 2007 or early 2008.The annual fund-raising dinner was held on April 20th, at the Auberge West Brome, with profits going to the accompaniment team of “Au Diapason”.The 125 people present to appreciate the gastronomic meal prepared by the students in food preparation at the Adult Education center of Massey-Vanier, raised more than $16,000.00 for “Au Diapason”.During the evening the JFS Financial Group, composed of Douglas Johnston.Pierre Foisy and Francis Soucy Investment Advisors with CIBC Wood Gundy, donated $5,750.00 in the name of the Children’s Miracle Foundation.The Group also announced that again this year they will be a major partner in the Maison Au Diapason Golf Tournament, promising to contribute $25,000.00 per year for the next three Douglas Johnston, Pierre Foin, Francis Soucy are ^ ,0 ,his Awhile «use.Inyesmen, Advisor, with CIBC Wood Gundy “This year we would really like to bring the Tournament to another level.With our involvement and that of Ski Bromont as the organizer, we are on our way, declared Johnston.The honorary president of this third edition is Charles Desourdy, president and director of Ski Bromont.On August 28, this event will be held in Bromont with the Chateau Bromont Golf Club and Parcours du Vieux Village golf club hosting.JFS Financial Group s involvement in this worthwhile cause is not strictly in a fund raising capacity.Francis Soucy will also be part of a group of 40 climbers to ascent Mt.Kilimanjaro in September.He says that the Maison Au Diapason has become their principle cause to support in the community.Johnston declared that “We wish to add our support to the climbers’ cause as much financially as by our personal involvement.” Pienre Foisy hopes that the public will also help support such an important cause.“We invite the population to participate actively in all the planned events we sponsor, in order to help us make the dream of a regional palliative care hospice a reality”.The next major event is a Casino Evening, on June 2 which will be held at the newly renovated Granby St.Paul Golf Club.In a guaranteed festive atmosphere that includes entertainment by well known Magician/Comedian Martin Rozon, numerous door prizes will be drawn.Including a fabulous grand prize, an LCD flat screen colour TV courtesy of Meubles Denis Riel in Famham and also a $400 gift certificate courtesy of Boutique Jocelyne Casavant in Famham.“We are fortunate indeed to have good corporate citizens such as Meubles Denis Riel partnering with us in these events,” says Johnston.At least 150 tickets are expected to be sold and please take note that income tax receipts will be given.You can acquire your tickets by calling Francis Soucy at (450) 776-1460.Call today as places are limited.Advertorial Wednesday, May 30, 2007 page 7 —— Brome County News The lowdown on the big day Preparing for July 1 By Wendy Denman Brome County News correspondent •w- » ¦yith the first of June arriv- % / ing Friday, the first of July \J \ f is not far away and that ?V means local communities are well into their plans for Canada Day celebrations.Last weekend Cowansville’s staunch Canada Day organizing committee, which has been responsible for many years of successful July 1 fests, held another fundraising car wash at Charlie Bockus’ garage.A $5 wash got you Si off a Burger King value meal.This year’s committee consists of Dale Strange, Jaana Tornikoski, Yvan Monast, Carole Boucher, Gilles St.Onge, Lynda Clement and Ralph Maddocks.“We feel it is very important to continue to celebrate Canada Day in a big way,” says Maddocks, long-time member of the committee.“We need to wave the flag and participate in the celebrations as a community.” The money goes towards buying the fireworks that cap off the afternoon-long party at Cowansville’s Centre de la nature.There’s always lots for the kids with sports, makeup and inflatable games.The official flag raising takes place at 4 p.m.followed by music and a steak BBQ.Waterloo is also well into Canada Day celebrations mode at the Royal Canadian Legion.“We have a full day of activi- ties planned beginning with breakfast from 8.30 a.m.to 12.30 p.m.,” says Velma Lloyd.“A magician will be performing card tricks and making balloon animals for the children.We also have a woman who will be face-painting anyone who wishes to have his or her face painted.“At 12.30 p.m.a parade will form up outside the Legion and march to the City Hall for a flag raising at 1 p.m.with speeches by dignitaries and the mayor of Waterloo.” The organizing committee will soon be selling tickets for prizes to be drawn after the official ceremony.“Then in the afternoon there will be rides around town in a horse-drawn wagon and entertainment with local musicians and the Gift of Music from Montreal with Angelo singing, Tony on the accordion and Val on base guitar.“As well we will have Social Notes Fulford The recent fundraising flea market at the community hall had a large variety of articles available, including many donations which were much appreciated.Refreshments were great: Bill’s all-dressed hot dogs, Carla’s delicious chili and Joyce’s sweets.The mild weather brought out friends and acquaintances, all catching up on news after what seemed like a never-ending winter.Several village clean-up bees have taken place.the cemetery, the church and the hall kitchen (which yielded three bags of recyclables).Thanks to all the volunteers! - submitted by Margaret Fordham 450-539-0713 Brief Gone fishin’ Kids are being invited to The Annual Fishing Derby sponsored by the Brome-Bolton Fish and Game Club.It’s Saturday, June 9, from 8:30 a.m.to noon at Mr.Eustache’s pond (454 Brill Road) in West Bolton (just south of Spicer Road).The pond will be stocked with 8-to 10-inch trout.There’s no admission fee and no fishing license required, just bring your fishing rod.Even the worms are free.Kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.For information call 450-242-1091 or 243-0520 (evenings).Wesley Thompson and his karaoke machine,” continued Lloyd.“We don’t have the full agenda as yet, but there will be lots of things to do all day.We are organizing things so they’re not all happening at the same time.” Other towns all over the region are also planning like events, community based, family oriented with a definite patriotic feel.Look to local bulletin boards for schedules.Promutuel Valmont is pleased to invite you to its brand new office, Groupe Promutuel's first "green" building.Take this opportunity to learn about the innovative construction techniques and meet our dynamic team, whose expertise has earned us our reputation.Coffee and doughnuts will be served and there will be a draw for a $500 Promutuel High Yield RRSP Account.Date: Thursday, June 7, 2007 Time: 3:00 p.m.to 7:00 p.m.Location: 210, rue Lewis Ouest, Waterloo We'll see you there! £verythinq starts with trust PROMUTUEL VALMONT Waterloo «210, rue Lewis Ouest £s e 450 539-0384 / 1 800 361-7408 page 8 Wednesday, May 30, 2007 Brome County News Letters to the Editor 200 years in Frelighsburg Dear editor On Sunday, June 3 the congregation of Bishop Stewart Memorial Church of the Holy Trinity will celebrate 200 years of Christian witness and Anglican worship in Frelighsburg.We chose the date because June 3 is the Feast of the Holy Trinity, and our parish was founded in 1807 under the patronage of the Holy Trinity.The Bishop Stewart Memorial part was added in the 1880s, when the church was rebuilt, to honour our founding missionary-priest.Don’t assume that you have to be an anglophone or an Anglican to participate in our celebrations.Bishop, Rt.Rev.Barry Clarke of Montreal and Archbishop, Rt.Rev.Bruce Stavert of Quebec will preside at our solemn Eucharist of thanksgiving.This is an ecumenical celebration, and we want the whole village to know they’re invited to come and celebrate with us.If that sounds odd, you need to remember that in the mid-1970s the parish of St-François d’Assise used Bishop Stewart Memorial for worship after a devastating fire damaged their church.Mgr.François Lapierre, Bishop of St-Hyacinthe.is also formally invited to be with us.A concert series is in the works to carry us into the fall, and to kick it off a bluegrass evening on June 9 will have you humming and tapping you toes.Charles Crawford of the Domaine Pinnacle is producing the fall concert series and in October we hope to have a group from the Jazz Festival to set the church rocking.A benefit cocktail was held on May 20, with profits going to the restoration fund.Many thanks go to the people of the Société historique et de patrimoine de Frelighsburg who have carried so much weight in planning the events.A special thanks goes to the Caisse Populaire for the financial assistance given for our new historical panels describing the church.If you can join us for all or part of June 3, there will be an ecumenical worship in the morning at 10:30, lunch, words from various people and the day will end with Evensong, as it would have 200 years ago.There’s a lot of room in our lovely church.Come and join us.William Terry Blizzard courtesy t* Club Chasse et Pêche BR0ME-B0LT0N Fish and Game Club P.O.Box 3744, Knowlton, QC JOE 1V0 Children’s Fishing Derby __ Rector and stinky ciggies This is a copy of a letter sent to Cowansville Mayor Arth ur Fa u-teux Dear Mr.Mayor: It is very sad that the town of Cowansville supports a large group of students (mostly under 18) smoking right beside an arena which is supposed to promote healthy physical activity.It is with much disgust that I start Pastor William Terry Blizzard and historical society president Andrée Poulin Potter.my walk up the stairs to Massey-Vanier Regional High School each morning holding my breath and trying to find my way through the smoking and spitting students.I thought it was illegal to throw garbage and cigarette butts on public property.By allowing smoking there YOU support the practice.The least you can do is prohibit smoking at this location and move it to another one that is more out of the way and doesn’t give the town and high school such a bad image.Richard Kozlowski Cowansville € % CALLING ALL KIDS! You are invited to: The Annual Fishing Derby sponsored by the Brome-Bolton Fish and Game Club.When: Saturday, June 9th, 8:30 a.m.to noon. Where: Mr.Eustache’s pond, 454 Brill Road, West Bolton (just south of Spicer Road).\ The pond will be stocked with 8 to 10 inch trout (5 per child).^ w' Door prizes, hot dogs and soft drinks! No admission fee and wr Jjf no fishing license required, just bring your fishing rod and have jj?ç fun!! You must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.ç €‘ To be eligible for door prizes, register before 10:30 a.m.$  For information call: 450-242-1091 or 243-0520 (evenings).A Y PS.: Worms will be provided free of charge!!! V Amazing Grace Dear editor.On May 26, The Anglican Diocese of Montreal celebrated t&e start of Pentecost with a scavenger hunt dubbed the Amazing Grace.There were a total of 16 teams involved including The Bromesters, led by Reverend Paul Tid-man of the Parish of Brome.Valerie Cook from St.John the Evangelist Church in Brome and Douglas Hall from Holy Trinity Church in Iron Hill were along for the ride.Our journey started at 9 a.m.at St.Barnabas Church in St.Lambert (celebrating its 130th anniversary) where we had to scavenge for items that would be needed on a pilgrimage.We then proceeded to St.Joseph’s Church in Brossard where we had a crash course in biblical transcription.I need to learn to speed write better if we do this one again.Next, we headed to St.George’s in Chateauguay to put puzzles together representing various aspects of Pentecost.We even managed to have a brief visit with the rector of St.George’s, Rev.Ralph Leavitt who was formerly the rector at St.Paul’s Anglican Church in Knowlton.He had just returned from two weeks at a villa in Northern Italy.After lunch we headed to St.James the Apostle on St.Catherine St.W.in Montreal where we made a sort of acrylic version of stained glass again depicting aspects of Pentecost.From there it was to the Catcombs of the Montreal Diocesan Theological College on University, where we had to really scavenge for clues to a cryptic puzzle.After an iced cappuccino break we proceeded to Cathedral Place where we finished our last event at the Undercroft, which was a historical chronology of the Diocese of Montreal.A team from St.Thomas Church, Hampstead, took first place and were rewarded with four $40 gift certificates for their valiant efforts.The Bromesters finished in seventh place.It was a great day of fun and good natured competition.Douglas Hall Rector’s Warden Holy Trinity Church Iron Hill COURTESY Reverend Paul Tidman and Valerie Cook.Now with 5 stores for your shopping convenience • excellent quality • reasonable prices • satisfaction guaranteed PLOUFFE 20 Avenue des Pins, Bedford 450 Meigs N., Farnham 460 St-Patrice West, Magog 4801 Blvd.Bourque, Rock Forest 1175 King St.E., Sherbrooke Deadline: 10 a.m.working day previous to publication Call Sherbrooke: (819) 569-9525 between 8:30 a.m.and 430 p.m.E-mail: dassad@sherbrookerecord.com or Knowlton: (450) 242-1188 between 9:00 a.m.and 4:00 p.m.Brome County News CLASSIFIED Wednesday, May 30, 2007 page 9 Or mail your prepaid classified ads to 88A Lakeside, Knowlton, Quebec JOE 1V0 The Record, P.O.Box 1200, Sherbrooke, Qpebec J1H 5L6 001 Properly for Sale 001 Property for Sale 035 For Rent 100 Job Opportunities 100 Job Opportunities ." ¦ ' " 140 Professional Services .190 Cars For Sale 47 PARAMOUNT, WEST BOLTON.2002 superior constructed house on 5.3 acres, vast bright rooms on 3 floors.Dream kitchen and bathroom.High quality appliances and accessories.Separate insulated garage / work shop (30x40) with basement.Beautiful mountain view.Perfect for the nature lover! 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Many perennials, Day Lilies, Hostas, Astilbe and more.Hackwell Garden, 110 Hillcrest, Cowansville, June 2 and 3, 10 a.m.to 4 p.m., (450) 263-0415.Public Notices NOTICE OF CLOSURE OF INVENTORY (C.C.Q., Art.795) Notice is hereby given that, following the death of Ralph Crosby, on March 7th, 2007, in his lifetime domiciled at 399 Knowlton Road, Town of Brome Lake, Province of Quebec, JOE 1 VO, an inventory of the property of the deceased was made by Frances Black Jones, the liquidator of the Estate, on May 18th, 2007, before Mtre Elisaeth Lefebvre, Notary, in accordance with the Law.This inventory may be consulted by any interested party at the office of Mtre Elisabeth Lefebvre, Notary, 200 Davignon Boulevard, Cowansville, Province of Quebec, J2K 1N9.Given at Cowansville, Province of Quebec, on May 22nd, 2007.Elisabeth Lefebvre, Notary STOLEN: 14 ft.white / yellow fiberglass boat stolen from front yard at 259 Victoria, Knowlton.Anyone with any information, please call (450) 243-Ç532.A CRIMINAL RECORD will affect your employment opportunities.A pardon removes your criminal record.To remove your criminal record, call now toll free 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366).www.PardonServicesCanada.com.A convenient and easy way to send your classified ad • s# to The Record!^** E-MAIL: classad@sherbrookerecord.com You can send it anytime, 7 in the morning or 10 at night, at your convenience! Publishing deadline: 12:30 p.m.the day before (example 12:30 p.m.Thursday for Friday publication).We accept Visa or Mastercard.To confirm reception of your ad or prices, call: (819) 569-9525 or 1-800-463-9525 Deadline: 10 a.m.working day previous to publication Brome Countyl^i,ws CLASSIFIED Wednesday, May 30, 2007 page 11 Directory Car Maintenance Masonry AUTO |L||CTB1QUE«- Wfpagé • General Maintenance • Electronic Fuel Injection • Spring Tune-ups 1163 ch.Knowlton (Rte 139) West Brome (beside Marché Vallée Bleu) Tel.: 263-5858 Maçonnerie Sutton Pierre ¦ Foyer ¦ Brique Stone ¦ Fireplace ¦ Brick Roméo Bissonnette * (450) 538-3230 243-6230 1008 Valley Rd., Sutton (Québec) JOE 2K0 web: maconneriesutton.com Licence RBQ: 8006-0270-80 Obituary GARTH HADLOCK Garth Lawrence Hadlock, affectionately known as “Poppies,” passed away on February 23, 2007 at the BMP in Cowansville, at the age of 74.Garth grew up in Iron Hill and spent more than 27 years in Fulford with his loving wife and best friend Elly.In the course of his lifetime.Garth was a farmer, an inseminator, an employee of Clairol, a fisherman and hunter, a caretaker at Knowlton Academy, a curler, man of the house, and a devoted grandfather.As the caretaker at Knowlton Academy, Garth was every little child’s hero.He was the protector; the person every child wanted to be around.Many children were influenced by his presence, and no one could tease with more love or with a kinder twinkle in the eyes.Garth enjoyed his time on the ice with his friends.Curling was a social gathering that was interrupted by the occasional game.The love of the game stayed with him for years, and it even took him to Ottawa for a Brier with long-time friends, as a spectator.Birthday Wish HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY to DORIS SMITH of Knowlton From her daughter, son-in-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.As both Garth and Elly’s children grew older and moved away, they always knew they had a home with him and Elly.He and Elly were always there when they needed wood, help during an ice storm or advice.No matter what you asked, Garth would be there.All of his children and stepchildren have memories of Garth offering his wisdom from the quiet corner of the couch.Garth and Elly shared many happy years together.In his eagerness to share his love of fishing with Elly, he bought her a fishing rod for a birthday present.and they made frequent trips to the fishing camp in Sault aux Moutons.One of the highlights of their years up north was when they were airlifted out as a result of Hurricane Katrina.They spent many summer, spring and fall days on the water together, enjoying the peacefulness of the lake and the comfortable presence of each other.As a grandfather, Garth was the coach for fishing, for riding the four-wheeler and being a champion teaser.His advice was not always appreciated immediately, but his wisdom did prevail.Garth seemed to know what to do, no matter what the predicament you found yourself in.Garth was a gentle soul whose sparkling eyes were always prepared to laugh, tell a good joke or story.He was so many things to all of the people in his life, but mostly he was beloved.It won't be the same without him.Hope the fishin’ is good, and the company even better.Dearly missed by his family.Elly Tim and Joanne, Tim and Gretchen Tammy, Zachary, Joshua and Kurtis Victoria and Gino, Johannah and Matthew Perry and Sheri, Tessa, Benjamin, Elliot and Alexander 'SùitAdatf, Tftom Shirley Graves (Midgley) 87 years young Love, Garth and Myra In Memoriam Death ROLLINS, Deborah Dylong - In loving memory of a dear wife and mother who passed away two years ago on May 30, 2005.We love you, We miss you, We will never forget you.You live forever in our hearts.Sadly missed and always remembered.BRIAN AND TIFFANY xoxo ROLLINS, Debbie Dylong - In loving memory of a dear daughter-in-law and sister-in-law who left us May 30, 2005.Debbie, as we close our eyes and think of you We see a friendly face with a glowing smile.We may not have had much time to spend together, But the times we did, will always remain, special in our heart.Always remembered, ELLANOR PLANTE SHARON & MICHAEL SHERRER BRENDA & MIKE RYAN DEBBIE & JACQUES COUTURE JO-ELLA INGALLS and all the NIECES & NEPHEWS Card of Thanks LADD - The family of the late Steven Ladd would like to thank everyone who showed us kindness and compassion during our time of sorrow; the calls, food and cards were greatly appreciated.The donations that were given to Maison Arc-en-Ciel and L’Aube Versant were welcomed.Happy 50th Birthday Priscilla Otherwise nicked named as - Pearl, Kid Pester, Percy, Pudda Pants, Aunt Bobby or Little Pussy From your loving family We wish you health and happiness McKENZIE, Ron (April 14,1940 - January 27, 2007).Passed away in West Bolton, QC, formerly of Verdon, Montreal, Toronto and Mansonville, QC.Beloved son of Jock (William) and Nan (Agnes) McKenzie (MacCormack) of Verdun.For further information contact Reverend Jim McKenzie 416-291-9575.Birth PAGE - On March 1, 2007, Miss Lauryn Carley Page was born 7 lbs.9 oz., 19 inches long.Proud parents are Stephanie Lemaire and Dale Page of Cowansville.All grandparents reserve the right to brag.“A penny for your thought, Little One!” Cemetery Meeting MANSONVILLE The annual general meeting of the Mansonville Cemetery Company will be held on Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 7:30 p.m.downstairs in the Reilly House.All interested persons are welcome.n— * Cut me out I (WO a> i is | page 12 Wednesday, May 30, 2007 MWtm WfÆSiSSmS: use at Graymont! é if I'^lWrT xWÉ \ I mi are photocopies of your health insurance and hospital cards.“That way if they can’t find your cards, they at least have the information when they take you to the hospital,” Gagnon said.On a separate sheet is a list of medications and how they are taken — important information for emergency workers.“People will have to remember to keep their information up to date,” Gagnon said.On Wednesday, June 6 Gagnon will officially launch Info Médic in Brome Lake.Gagnon and members of the Wellness centre will be available between 1 and 4 p.m.at the Centre Lac Brome to hand out the kits and help people fill in the right information.Gagnon will also help make sure the medication information is filled out properly.The free kit is available at the Knowlton Uniprix.Gagnon said you don’t have to be a customer to get one.“It’s a good thing for a small community like ours,” he said.For more information on the Info Médic kits, call 450-243-5700.Hours: Open daily 11 a.m.-9 p.m.Mental health’s about Brome County News Fridge: fun and wellness Laughter, too A vante members spent an amusing afternoon during Mental Health Awareness week in May playing group games, with lots of prizes and laughter.Susan Laporte, a counsellor specialized in mental health, explained that the description of mental health is changing by focusing on mental health as a level of wellness, as opposed to an illness.Uie degree of mental health is assessed according to five basic charac-tenstics: the ability to enjoy life, level of resilience, balance, knowing your ——” own strengths, and flexibility.Friendships and social integration play important roles in maintaining these characteristics, which is one of Avante’s mandates to facilitate.Ayante Women’s Centre Trip to Sutton Friday, June 1 is our first cultural outing funded by Townshippers’ Foundation and we 11 be heading to Sutton to see a performance of Three Old Bags with Gissa Israel, Pina Macku and Emma Stevens.Total cost, including bus and admission, is $10.We have a few seats left on the bus, which leaves Bedford at 6:30 p.m.and will stop in Stanbridge East, Dunham and Cowansville.Avante members were given a taste of Gissa’s comedic talents during our celebration of International Women’s Day last March, and we’ve been anxiously waiting to see her perform again.Craft of the month Tuesday, June 5 our Special Craft Class will make decorative stepping stones to put in yôur garden, flower bed or pathway.The class starts at 9:30 and for a fee of $10, all materials are included.Please call to let us know you’re coming so we have enough materials on hand, and don’t delay, there’s a maximum of 15 spots.Trip to Ireland Unfortunately our bus won’t go that far, but we’re hoping to recreate the spirit of Ireland through personal slides, music and refreshments.Wednesday, June 6 is “Travel Night with Marilyn”; this is a slide show of a trip one of our members took and has agreed to share with us.Join us for some fun and imagination at 6:30.Financing post-secondary education Avante is joining forces with Town-shippers’ Association to provide an evening of information on financing a post-secondary education, whether it be as a recent high school graduate or as a mature student.Topics will cover who’s eligible, what’s available and how to get it.Other information handouts will cover tax tips, relevant websites and other useful information.Parents and students are all welcome.That’s Monday, June 11 at 6:30 at the Emmanuelle United Church Hall in Cowansville.Call Kate at Town-shippers’ at 450-263-4422.or Avante at 450-248-0530 for more.Avante Women’s Centre is located at 2 Adhemar-Cusson, Bedford.Our hours ARE WEEKDAYS FROM 9 A.M.TO 4 P.M.WE OFFER INFORMATION SESSIONS, WORKSHOPS, COFFEE BREAKS AND PROGRAMS, AS WELL AS provide Internet access, referrals and resources to English-speaking women in the Brome Missisquoi region.We can BE REACHED AT 450-248-0530.Cont’d from Page 1 MAURICE CROSSFIELD Pharmacist René-Claude Gagnon says the Info Médic kits can provide vital information.• Pizza • Submarines • Poutine • Pasta • Chicken Wings • Pitas • Vegetarian 240 ch.Knowlton Jean-Sébastien Labrecque, Chantale Desrosiers and Dario Carmel, members of the Graymont team.Attention» Reservations must M Se tor your time of (ext.0) before We, the Graymont team, are pleased to welcome you Sunday June 10 from 9 a.m.to 3 p.m.y y On the program: Guided tour of the quarry and limestone plant (length: 90 minutes! • Organized activities for the entire family ¦ Hot dogs-and beverases Numerous door pn»s ?V GRAYMONT Bedford Ham partner in the community We cannot wait to meet you!