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Brome County NEW Wednesday, July 9, 2008 UC BROME 461 Knowlton Rd.8 a.m.to9p.m.Michel Ginette Magog Famham 231 Sherbrooke St.999 Principale St.E.Get The Gear NIKKI JOHNSTON Canada Day gear for sale in Cowansville.More on page 5.rG&ÔWSÎlkfc Tour des arts exhibits our artistic side 20 years of quality and diversity By Wendy Denman Brome County News correspondent Twenty years ago a couple of local artists - Stanley Lake and Liz Davidson - met in a café -started talking across the tables about art, about strength in numbers, about opening their studios to the public then end the conversation in a mutual “Let’s do it.” Lake and Davidson recruited a third well-known local artist.Maya Light-body, and the first Tour des Arts was born.“The three of us contacted artists we knew and asked them if they wanted to join us.We felt it would be a neat experience to meet the artists in their own creative space,” said Lake.“For the first five years it was just friendly artists opening their studios to the public at the same time every July then 15 years ago, we set up a selection committee.“The yearly tour is a big project, the executive committee meets once a month spinning off other committees, as soon as one tour is over we start on the next,” said Lake.“It's very interesting working with creative people.It’s a varied group but they all have strong ideas and strong personalities.It’s a lesson in creative problem-solving, reaching a consensus.But it works, it’s really a great group." The selection committee ensures quality, diversity and importantly, that participating artists work from their own studios in the Brome-Missisquoi area.“Visitors who do the tour and visit Bridging countries through the arts Polish-Canadian woman finds Townships refuge By Wendy Denman Brome County News correspondent •—> « —hen Basia Sygnarska immi- % /grated to Canada from \i \i Poland more than 20 years v V ago she was confounded to find that the Polish community here knew little of the cultural richness of their homeland.“Even under communist rule, our artists, musicians and writers formed a very vibrant, talented community,” said Sygnarska.“Their work is wonderful and inspiring and I was so surprised that Polish people here just weren’t aware of the culture back in Poland.” So two decades ago, she founded the Dymny Cultural Foundation, named after Wieslaw Dymny, one of Poland’s leading poets and balladeers.“Our purpose was to introduce current Polish culture to North America’s Polish communities.The largest Canadian community is in Toronto, so we did a lot of promotion there, also in New York and Chicago, and in Montreal.” Working through the cultural attaché at the Polish embassy in Ottawa, Sygnarska brought artists, musicians and theatre groups on tour to Canada.Please see Polish on Page 12 Je»n-François Lévesque Assistant Sales Manaoer COWANSVILLE Make things better 1SS ru» d» SalatMrry 450 2S3-MM iftevesqueOcowansville toyota.ca Direct 450-263-4*55 axt 244 Lovely 3 bedroom\j[ home.Cozy and inviting, large deck and pond.1+ acre.$265,000.John Staton aJj Royal Lepage Action 450-242-2000 pnonuiTs oe bureau Authorized retailer since 1981 Canon Canon Photocopier 758 St-Jacques, Granby 450-375-6696 Johnny €#s Neighbooa Bar Friday Night BBQ starting 3 p.m.On the Terrasse: Hamburger *1" Hot Dogs 2/'1“ Kitchen open Sat.& Sun.11 a.m.-7 p.m.Licensed by REGt D'/vcoas courses ft jeux u soant de iotthes vno du atetc 3 Albert, Cowansville 450-263-2748^suckesicle, Knowlton page 2 Wednesday, July 9, 2008 Brome County News Brome County Community Calendar Community Calendar July 12 Sutton Library will be holding its Annual Used Book Sale at the John Sleeth Centre, 7 Academy Street, Sutton, on July 12, between 8 a.m.and 3 p.m.The A.C.W.of St.James the Apostle Anglican Church, Stanbridge East will be serving Strawberry Shortcake on Saturday, July 12, from 5 to 7:30 p.m., in the Parochial Hall, 17 Maple.Tickets: $5 Info: Maggie at 450-248-3809.Annual Salad Lunch at Calvary United Church, Sutton, on July 12, from 11:30 a.m.to 1:30 p.m.Feast on 30 different gourmet salads in an all-you-can-eat lunch followed by a delicious dessert.Donation $8 for adults, $4 for children 10 years and under.For information, call 450-538-0530.Come browse the treasures at our Summer Flea Market at the Knowlton United Church hall, 234 Knowlton Road, on July 12, from 9 until noon.Hope to see you there! July 13 Every Sunday, orchestra Smokin’ Country from 3 to 7 p.m.Admittance free.Royal Canadian Legion, 260 Davignon, Cowansville.Info: 450-263-3543 This Sunday, July 13, at the Legion Hall in Stanstead.from 2 to 6 p.m., Dinner and Dance with Bobbi Dee, Stan Mckelvey, Dale Bessant and friends.$10 entrance includes door prizes and a complete home-cooked meal.So please come join the fun.Everyone welcome! Hosted by M.S.Branch 2000 and A Salute to Quebec Seniors! The Knowlton Harmony Band will 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.hold an Outdoor Concert on Sunday, July 13, in Edward’s Park, Brome.If the weather is un-cooperative, it will be held in The Church of the Ascension, Brome.Bring your lawn chairs.Hope you will join us! July 18 A Night at the Museum! Hey Kids -come join us for a night of fun at the Missisquoi Museum! On Friday, July 18 from 7 to 11 p.m.at 2 River Street, Stanbridge East.Our activities for the evening will include a treasure hunt, games, arts 8r crafts, snacks and our special story-telling guests Grandpa Bob & Company.Let’s turn off the lights and start the fun in the Museum.Don’t forget your flash lights and sense of adventure as we open the museum doors after everyone has gone home for the day.This evening of activities is free of charge, and is designed for children aged 6 to 12.Please call and reserve as space is limited.For more information or to reserve a spot for your child, contact Amanda Piette at 450-248-3153, from Monday to Friday, between 9 a.m.and 5 p.m.Thanks to the Government of Canada - Young Canada Works 2008.July 19 The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77, at 77 Lewis Street, Waterloo, will hold a Spaghetti Supper and Dance on Saturday, July 19.Tire profits from this event will go to the family of Sebastien Jeanson, 9 years old, who suffers from muscular dystrophy.Supper will be served from 5 to 7 p.m.The price is $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under.The dance will begin at 7:30 p.m.with music by the New Pack Ratz.Dance only is $7.There will also be a silent auction and door prizes.July 19 & 20 Big Book Sale at the Pettes Library in Knowlton on Saturday, July 19, from 8 a.m.to 4:00 p.m.and Sunday, July 20, from 10 a.m.to 3 p.m.Please note that the tents will not open before 8 a.m.Reduction of 10 per cent for bulk purchases.Information: Jean McGee, at 450-242-0246 or Suzanne Ricard, at 450-242-2923.The curtain has gone up on Theatre Lac Brome’s professional repertory season.For the complete program, visit www.theatrelacbrome.ca, or go to the box office, at 9 Mont Echo, Knowlton.Info: 450-242-2270.Church Services KNOWLTON/CREEK PASTORAL CHARGE.Worship Services are cancelled for the month of July in the Creek and Knowlton United Churches.Sunday worship will resume on Sunday, Aug.3.ST.PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 24 St.Paul’s Road, Knowlton.Sunday Services - Traditional 8 a.m.service and 10 a.m.with music.Please note that on July 20 and July 27 there will be only one service at 9 a.m.For more info, call 450-242-2885.The Rev.Tim Wiebe and the congregation welcomes everyone.SAINT-EDOUARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 366 Knowlton Road, Knowlton.Sunday Mass: 10:30 a.m.(Bilingual).COWANSVILLE AREA PASTORAL CHARGE UNITED CHURCH.Worship at Emmanuel United Church, 203 rue Principale, Cowansville.Worship 10:30 a.m., choir practice 9:30 a.m.Rev.Wendy MacLean officiating.Info: 450-263-0204.TRINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH, 409 South Street, Cowansville.Join us for Sunday Worship.One service only at 11 a.m.every Sunday.Info: 450-263-2662.SUTTON - DUNHAM PASTORAL CHARGE.There will be no services in Dunham United Church and Calvary United Church in Sutton in the month of July.Services will resume on August 3.You are cordially invited to attend services at Emmanuel United Church, Cow-ansville, at 10:30 a.m.in July.For information, please call 450-538-0530.ANGLICAN PARISH OF BROME SERVICE.Sunday, July 13, 10 a.m.St.John the Evangelist, Brome.Morning Prayer -Prayer Leader V.Cook.tual development for all ages.Sunday Services 11 a.m., atlOl rue Principale, Granby.Info: 450-372-1417.Rev.Eric Lukacs.All Services at 11 a.m.ANGLICAN PARISH OF BED-FORD/PHILIPSBURG & FARNHAM -Parish of Bedford/Philipsburg/Famham and Members of the Borders Regional Ministry.Services will be held at St.James Church, Bedford, at 10 a.m.Father Brian officiating.BEDFORD UNITED CHURCH PASTORAL CHARGE/BEDFORD UNITED CHURCH PASTORAL CHARGE.First Sunday of the month service is in Bedford.Second Sunday of the month service is in Stanbridge East.Third Sunday of the Month Service is in Bedford.Fourth Sunday of the month Service is in Mystic.Fifth Sunday of the month Service is in Philipsburg.All services are at 10 a.m.More info, call 450-248-3044.Everyone invited.GRACE ANGLICAN CHURCH, 52 Principale sud, Sutton, welcomes everyone for Sunday Services at 10:30 a.m.Canon Tim Smart, Rector.Info: 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.ST.PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH, 4929 rue Foster, Waterloo.Sunday service at 10 a.m.Rev.David Lambie, Minister.For messages or information, call 450-539-2129.Inflammatory Bowel Disease.Only the Pain is predictable.Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada ?onC*Uon canadienne des maladies inflammatoires de l’intestin Arts Calendar GRANBY UNITED CHURCH, Where God Unites all Children.Be a part of the family.Down to earth spirituality.Spiri- Vith your help a cure will be found.1-800-387-1479 Bronte Giunly NEWS &8-A Lmœsidk Knuwiton, Quebec.JOE IVO TtL (450I242-11881242-6892 Fax: (450) 243-5153 established May I»1 PuHtsheil mrrtjy h RECORD 1195 tait F., Sherbrooke.Quebec, JIG 1Y7 fax: (819) 569-3945 E-MAIL: iu-wsroom@sherbrookcrt*cord com website: www.sherbrookerecord.com 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Cowansville Sherbrooke (450) 263-4123 (819) 566-2575 KNOWLEDGE AND KNOW-HOW.He.Ip ntafce- the-rvoncl a fee.fror Un héritage à partager LEAVE A LEGACY™ place- throw to charity Quebec www.legary-quehfc.org 1 888 304-8834 Wednesday, July 9, 2008 page 3 lia**!.DEDIEE A LA FABRICATION DE CHARPENTES INSPIREES DEDICATED TO INSPIRED TIMBER FRAMING 450.451.5678 www.heavytimberwork.com HAMLET Charpenterie Traditionnelle Heavy T-mberwork - —Brome County News Life without a music is a mistake COURTESY Mannix St-Amant with one of his music students.Cafe International, The Boot and Cafe lessons, or for private gigs, by calling Inn, and are available for private gath- 450-243-5629 or 450-372-6552 (Music erings.EMF, Granby).For more information, contact Man-nix St-Amant with inquiries about Anyone can play, and play well By Alanna Fahey Brome County News correspondent Cervantes, Disraeli, John Cage and Nietzche have all said, in one form or another, that without music life would indeed be a mistake.Knowlton’s Mannix St-Amant feels the same way, as he endeavors to impart his knowledge, his joy and his passion for music to his students, who range in age from 6 years to well over 80.“Being able to play music is more than having a gift.It is, as Katherine Elie-Bouchard so succinctly noted to me one day, a connection between the mind and the physical ability to play.It takes practice and once the connection has been made by training, there is no going back and this ability does not come just because someone has a so-called gift,” said St-Amant.He also feels anyone can learn to play an instrument, and play it well.“David McAdam, former violin instructor, once told me while giving lessons in my home in Sutton, T don’t care what anyone says, it is 1 per cent gift and the other 99 per cent is total dedication, gift or not,’ he said.” St-Amant also agrees with McAdam.“I don’t believe the saying, T don’t have any musical talent’.If someone decides they are going to play, and they put the effort into it, well, they will indeed play and can learn to play well.” Sounds of drums, guitars, voice, and people having fun can be heard enmi-nating from his house on Victoria Street in Knowlton and between students, people get to see each other, say hello and made a connection.His home is full of love, laughter, and of course, music.His love of music reaches into the community as well, as each year he holds concerts where the money made goes back into the community.Recently, he had his students perform at St-Edouard elementary school and Knowlton Academy, where he believes the money went back into arts/music programs at the schools.When asked who his favorite performer was, he paused then said, “That’s almost an impossible question for me to answer, because I listen to so many genres, yet, I would have to say Jimi Hendrix.He was innovative and went beyond the wall, I am starting to write my own music and I think, because I teach so many different types of music, my stuff is just beginning to get its edge, its own definition.” Candidly, St-Amant explained where he gets his inspiration.“Inspiration, for me, is uncontrollable and often it leaves me with greater questions that I need to explore in my writing, which is having me dance around with the notes, attempting to find my style and balance.” His band, The Dirty Blues Band, has just finished a busy weekend, having been the main performance at Canada Day in Cowansville and Knowlton.The band members, Katherine Elie-Bouchard (guitar and vocals), Steve McMahon (bass), Iannick Lequin (drums), and of course, St-Amant, like to have more than 100 songs in their repertoire at any one given time.“We know approximately 150 songs, and I believe we sang every one of them this past weekend.We like to play most of our stuff with a rock-country blues beat so that the music, which is mostly cover tunes, appeals to a wide audience.We like to have something for everyone.” St-Amant takes students year-round, and registration is ongoing.“My school is open year-round, and summer is busy, but I still have some room.I like the students to be at least 6 years old, but there is no age limit on the other end.I have one student, Gabrielle Morissette from Granby, who is over 80, and she just started to learn the guitar.She tells me, not only is the learning good for her, the practice is helping her arthritis, as she very proudly told me she can finally open her pickle jars again, and she attributes that to her hands getting stronger from her guitar practice.” The Dirty Blues Band can be heard around town at various venues such as At the Enosburg Falls Golf Country Club (Now till August 31, 2008) Canadian money at par plus you bring in this àd and receive $5 off on 18 holes of golf Green Fee $30.00 18 holes 5.00 with this ad $25.00 at par (Canadian funds) Ask about our 1 week and/or 2 week unlimited golf specials Check out jur web site www.efccvt.com Telephone: 802-933-2296 • Coupon cannot be used for any other purchases * Offer subject to change page 4 Wednesday, July 9, 2008 Brome CountyN'ms_______ Keep your paws on the wheel Summer, terriers and horns When our son was born, one of us had to sit in the back seat with him, a better solution than having us check the rear-view mirror every couple of seconds.Rupert, our bull terrier, liked the trade.He moved up to the front seat where he got a better view and a more comfortable ride.My wife never returned to the front passenger position -who wants to sit in the “doggy seat”?No complaints, please.The terrier is properly secured and the front seat has a weight-sensitive airbag control that prevents it from activating for lighter passengers, as much an issue for dogs as it is for humans.After I retired my last car, a neighbour expressed his regrets.“No more mutt-mobile?” he asked.“We’ll miss that doggie driver.” I assured him that Rupert would copilot the new car, surprised that he had attracted so much attention.Part of the charm for passersby, I think, is the fact that when I vacate the driver’s seat, Rupert takes possession of the warm spot immediately.Unlike other dogs that curl up in a ball, bull terriers sit flat on their asses, with legs splayed in front of them like humans.With jaunty paw placed casually on the steering wheel, Rupert sometimes looks more like a driver than I do.Bull terriers are tremendously attached to humans.Left at home, Rupert waits unhappily by the door until we return.We arrange for him to come with us whenever possible.If it’s too cold out, we find a heated garage and leave him with a warm blanket.I’ll second the Canadian Humane Society’s warnings about leaving animals unattended inside cars during the summer.Better he pine for human companionship at home in climate-controlled comfort than risk heat stroke and dehydration.But, one warm summer evening last year, we had to stop unexpectedly at a store to return something.It had been a long drive with the air conditioning cranked up to full power.The temperature outside was balmy, but the interior of the car was so cold that ice crystals were forming on the blower.In a deft manoeuvre, we left the car running while opening the doors and letting the passengers out.I stayed inside for an extra minute, continuing the jet stream of ice-cold air, then quickly pulled the key and slammed the door to keep the cool air inside and the warmth out.We’d take turns every six or seven minutes running out to start up the air conditioning, then get back to the store.After the third relay, I found a note jammed under the windshield wiper.It read: “You are the crudest person I have encountered, keeping your poor dog locked inside a car with the windows rolled up on such a hot day.I have recorded your licence plate and am contacting the ani-_______ mal authorities.You don’t deserve the privilege of taking care of this or any other animal.You will be prosecuted.” I couldn’t fault the author of that note.There was no way on Earth she could tell that the pampered pooch was luxuriating in temperatures well below the ambient and that the windows were rolled up to keep the warm air out.Maybe I should have installed one of those restaurant signs that says “Cool Under The Hood Peter Renter inside” with icicles dangling off the letters.He was lying on his back, four paws in the air, because he was comfortable, not because he had fainted from the heat.On a cool spring day last year, I took Rupert shopping with me, parking the car on the edge of the lot so that he could nap in peace.After about 15 minutes, I came outside to the irritating beep, beep, beep of an unattended car alarm.Except the beeps were more irregular than I would have expected.and the horn sounded like mine.I followed the blaring sound to the corner of the lot to find Rupert sitting in the driver’s seat, paw on horn, with a big happy bull terrier grin on his face.He’d probably been beeping for the full quarter-hour, laying in on the horn with his full weight.The years of watching me had finally paid off and he had discovered the true essence of driving.A tear rolled down my cheek.My pup had become a man.If I were in charge, I would have given him his learner’s permit right there on the spot.Peter Renter writes for Canwest News Service.Arts: Cont’d from Page 1 individual studios are given a privileged look at the space in which many different types of art are created,” said artist Claude De Gaspé Alleyn.“Often they find that each artist’s creativity is multi-dimensional and is expressed not only in the works they make, but also in the way they live.” Watercolorist Rhonda Price was one of the original artists 20 years ago; now she helps organize the publicity and marketing.“There were 14 of us that first year, and I’ve been part of the tour ever since.We keep the studios at a maximum of 40, this year we have 38, and we don’t add more just to make up the numbers.“I think the thing that really distinguishes us, apart from the fact we were one of the very first art tours, is that we offer visitors a cultural package including evening events with great theatre, music, poetry readings and morning children’s activities, as well as a beautiful region full of great restaurants and hotels in which to vacation,” said Price.“The tour has become an economic engine for the region.” This year’s Tour des Arts organizers sent out 200,000 full-colour brochures.“We're really making in roads into places like Toronto by selling the tour and a trip to Brome-Mis-sisquoi as a great vacation destination,” she said.“This year we also sent our information out in the French Chatelaine (magazine) and we’re tracking the results from that; it’s important to spend our publicity dollars wisely.We really thank our sponsors, we have businesses, government and individual sponsors that make this kind of publicity possible.” Lake agrees.“Tour des Arts is really about supporting the micro-economy here.You can see the results of the tourist dollars working.I sell a piece, and then I go and spend the money at the local store.I think even more than agro-tourism, cultural tourism benefits the economy that’s why our sponsors are so generous, they know the benefit.“When we send out all those brochures we’re not just promoting the art studios but the whole culture of this place.We feature all the various creative talent at work here - musicians, writers, actors all set in this beautiful countryside,” Lake said.“People from outside the region see first hand how much we have to offer and why so many creative people settle here.” This year three artists are new to the Tour des Arts - furniture-maker John Murphy, Michelle Lalonde who creates original mosaics for home and garden, and oil painter Craig Skinner.There are also three returning artists on this year’s tour - woodworker Joe La Starza, painting and print artist Muriel Faille, and modern mixed-media artist Claude Beauchemin.The 20th anniversary was celebrated last weekend at the opening of the Tour des Arts exhibition on at Arts Sutton Gallery.Lake and friends filled the air with jazz tunes in the parking lot; the veterans and those new to the tour raised a glass together.A number of works were sold on the spot.The show included work from all the participating artists, allowing visitors to the gallery to get a sense of the art that interests them and thus plan their studio visits.The Tour des Arts in Brome-Mis-sisquoi takes place from Saturday, July 12 to Sunday, July 20.Studios are open daily from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m.Brochures are available at stores and restaurants throughout the region, tourist offices and on the Internet at www.tourdesarts.com.The collective exhibition at Arts Sutton Gallery, 7 Academy in Sutton, is open daily, from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m., from Thursday to Sunday, July 20.COURTESY ALMUT ELUNGHAUS Tour des arts artists celebrated this year’s upcoming show.m ***** M 'ÆÙ ,-r *rf • ¦ .Brome County News Cowansville’s Canada Day Record turnout By Nikki Johnston Cowansville Ralph Maddocks has volunteered with the Canada Day Association of Cowansville for 15 years.“I’ve gotten lost in the mist of time,” he said, standing under the big tent, as other volunteers shuffled about preparing for the day’s festivities, which got started around 4 p.m.on July 1.“It’s important to show that Canada still exists,” he said, “but I volunteer because I like doing it.I was going to retire from it at 75, but I didn’t, so maybe I will when I am 80.” Association président Carole Boucher stood beside the inflatable slide, handing out tickets to children for the slide and the Euro Bungee 2.She said she prayed the sunshine would last, after contending with rain on Canada Day for the past seven years.The sunshine lasted, with games held for children at 1 p.m., followed by face painting and a magician Mr.Mime, and then at 4 p.m., a band , followed by the flagraising ceremony.According to Maddocks, 543 meals were sold at the BBQ, among one of the best turnouts to date.He noted the fireworks display was appreciated by everyone.“It took half an hour to drive out after the display, to give you an idea of the turnout.” The day was over after months of preparation, that begins as early as February of every year.This year, the association’s application for a federal grant was refused, so the celebrations took place thanks to the town of Cowansville and donations from local businesses.Wednesday, July 9, 2008 page 5 PHOTOS BY NIKKI JOHNSTON All photos of Canada Day celebrations in Knowlton.»¦ fit „ \Zr~ * 2? ivv: :>:is-(iiio KNOWLBANKS SENIORS RESIDENCE FOR RENT Don't miss this promotion 70% Discount on your 1st month rent if you sign a 1 year lease Our spacious room with full bathroom is now waiting for you to move in.This includes your services and food.All you have to do is relax & enjoy your stay with us.Call Sally 450-263-0032 Cell 450-522-1229 BELIEVE! 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