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Brome County NEW Wednesday, February 19, 2003 1ER ¦ ™ büf PENSE A TOI _ _____________IS THINKING OF YOU Turn your groceries.into rewards 1 Mpor your reward miles choose 1ER all the way Quality is our main ingredient.Open Daily 472 Knowlton Rd„ Knowlton 243-6692 8-10 p.m.The Largest Circulation Weekly in Brome —Missis quoi Landry to attend Saint-Armand meeting Activists hope efforts to recognize black cemetery will gain provincial support By Caroline Kehne Record Correspondent Saint-Armand Dominic Soulié, president of le Centre d’historique de Saint-Armand, has confirmed that Quebec Premier Bernard Landry will attend a special press conference regarding the future of Saint-Armand’s ‘Nigger Rock’ on Feb.24, 7 p.m.at Saint-Armand’s municipal hall.Attendees are anxiously awaiting Landry’s words regarding the site believed to be the resting place of slaves or former slaves of Phillip Luke.The announcement that Landry would attend the conference raised hope that he would follow through on his 2002 promise to recognize the Saint-Armand cemetery as an historic site.Due to space limitations, attendance to the conference is limited to select invitees and members of the press only.The conference is the most recent outcome of a process that started several years ago when Butler Elementary School teacher Hank Avery requested a sign be reinstated to mark the site.“My goal is to get the site protected,” Avery said.“After that, whatever others want to do is fine.” The site, once commemorated with the simple, green sign placed by the Missisquoi County Historical Society, was the subject of several historical articles, including a 1979 article in the Townships Sun by Audrey McCaw.Avery learned that the sign, which read ‘Negro Cemetery’, had long since disappeared from the site.See Rock, Page 6 * v %i CAROLINE KEHNE/CORRESPONDENT The future of Saint-Armand’s ‘Nigger Rock' will be decided Feb.24 as Premier Bernard Landry will attend a special press conference hosted by le Centre d’historique de Saint-Armand.BARBARA BELLINGHAM/CORRESPONDENT Mackenzie Brault-Guthrie recently celebrated a birthday that many didn't think she would make.Mackenzie continues to battle the odds Stanbridge East to celebrates third b-day By Barbara Bellingham Record Correspondent Stanbridge East On a quiet side street in Stanbridge East, little Mackenzie Brault-Guthrie celebrates her third birthday, experiencing the delights of birthday cake for the first time.As far as her parents, Brian Guthrie and Angele Brault are concerned, this has been a year to rejoice.“She did everything with it but eat it,” Guthrie says proudly.“Just like any other kid on their first birthday.” Two years ago, The Record introduced Mackenzie as a newborn diagnosed with a rare condition found in no more than 20 others around the world.An abnormal chromosome in her genetic makeup caused major deficiencies in her ability to ingest food and process oxygen.The public responded wholeheartedly, and donations poured in from all areas to help Mackenzie and her family cope with her extensive care.In her first year, she had a valve attached to her stomach to feed her because they thought she couldn’t swallow.Later, they realized it was reflex, causing the pneumonia that caused the most damage.See Mackenzie, Page 12 flflW K MdtvZMt Bright tolors Spring Break is coming! Don '! gel burned.Tan before you travel.Base Tan Special: 180 minutes for SS5 First session tree with purchase Open Mon-Sal 8 am-7 pm Membre ASRQ tar SAÈ Certifié pat 54B Principale N, Sutton Quebec U4SO) 538-5858 1 (877) 538-5858/ \ J%rt sufflin a Golf Art Scenes & Products Design Artist Joanne Wallace Vachon Tel.: 450-242-2580 316 Knowlton Rd.Fax: 450-242-2741 Knowlton, PQ JOE 1V0 Cell: 405-8501 ÛCÏîKoMi brand mizi VV (.'EXCELLENCE / V Wl FESTIVAL Au TTois Canards The Best Restaurant in the Eastern Townships PARTICIPATING WJCK FESTIVAL RESTAURANT WEEKLY TABLE D'HÔTE ADAPTED TO EACH SEASON Opt T Wn* tlM Ufelli* pa.78, Lakeside, Knowlton 450-242-5801 NT U0N | Sejm c I 28 ^°lA______ Résidence pour les Aînés / Retirement Residence convalescence ou de longue durée soins 24 h sur 24.Mount Echo, Knowlton (450) 242-4663 Website: manoiriacbrome.com J / page 2 Wednesday, February 19, 2003 ¦ Brome County News Brome County Community Billboard Community Calendar Feb.19 Royal Canadian Legion, Br.77, MONTHLY GENERAL MEETING, 77 Lewis St., Waterloo.All members welcome and we will appreciate seeing you there.We are still in desperate need of a secretary.Feb.22 Girl Guides of Canada Brome District will celebrate their FOUNDERS BIRTHDAY with a Ceremony at Coldbrook Park, Knowlton from 10:30 to noon.Come join the fun.Meet girls from all levels of Guiding.Royal Canadian Legion, Br.82, FISH AND CHIP SUPPER at the Philipsburg Legion, 4 to 8 p.m.Admission: $8.FISHING DERBY sponsored by Philipsburg, St.Armand & Pike River Fire Department on lake Champlain in Philipsburg.Sun-up to sun-down.Hot air balloons, canteen, door prizes and raffle of a collapsible cabin.Royal Canadian Legion POT LUCK SUPPER, 120 Davignon, Cowansville, 6 to 7 p.m.Sponsored by Ladies Auxiliary.Admission: $8.Advanced tickets available: 450-263-3543.Feb.23 Royal Canadian Legion CRIB TOURNAMENT, 120 Davignon, Cowansville.Registration, 1 p.m.Admission: $5.Royal Canadian Legion, Br.82, Philipsburg CRIBBAGE TOURNAMENT (Special) Light lunch served, 1 p.m.Prizes.Admission: $10.Feb.24 Brome Lake SOCCER CLUB REGISTRATION Summer 2003, Community Brome County 88 Lakeside, Knowlton, Quebec JOE 1V0 Tel.: (450) 242-1188 / Fax: (450) 243-5155 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 $6 is required per publication, or SPECIAL RATE of $10 for 2 insertions: 1 BCN & 1 in Friday Record “What’s On” section.Please forward notices to Box 488, Knowlton, JOE 1V0, email: bcnnews@qc.aibn.com, or fax: (450) 243-5155.Visa and Mastercard accepted.NEWS Centre, Knowlton, 7 p.m.Team sizes limited, first-come first-served basis.Info: www.lacbromesoccer.ca.Feb.25 Township Biuegrass & Old Tyme Music Society presents first WINTER CONCERT featuring Pine Mountain Railroad Biuegrass Band from Smokey Mountain foothills, U.S.at Royal Canadian Legion, 77 Lewis St., Waterloo, 8 p.m.Opening band, Folkgrass.Limited tickets still available.Info: G.Cameron, 450-539-0333; T.Kilbridè, 450-243-0645; B.Tetrault, 819-346-2435; K.McBurney, 819-889-2629; or J.Petronko, 514-488-8160.March 4 PANCAKE SUPPER at St.James Anglican Church Hall, Stanbridge East, 5 p.m.Admission: $5.PANCAKE AND HAM SUPPER at Cowansville Area Pastoral Church, 203 Principale, 5 to 7 p.m.Admission; Adults, $6; children 10 & under, $3.PANCAKE SUPPER at Grace Anglican Church, 52 Principal S„ Sutton, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.Admission: Adults, $6; children, $3.March 7 WORLD DAY OF PRAYER SERVICE at Creek United Church, Brill Road, West Bolton, 2 p.m.Christians around the world will be focusing on Lebanon during the annual World Day of Prayer.Local residents are invited to join in this worldwide event by attending the above service.March 14 The Wellness Volunteer Centre invites all Town of Brome Lake seniors to a ST.PATRICK’S DAY LUNCHEON at TBL Community Centre, Knowlton, noon to 2 p.m.No charge, but reservations needed by Monday, March 10 at 450-242-2020.Limited seating.Transportation available if necessary.If possible, add to the fun by wearing something green! Church Services KNOWLTON/CREEK PASTORAL CHARGE: Worship and song by members & Rev.Burn Purdon.Creek United, Foster, 9:30 a.m.Sunday school at Creek.Knowlton United, Knowlton, 11 a.m.PARISH OF BROME: Anglican worship service on the fourth Sunday of every month: 9 a.m.Holy Communion, Church of the Ascension, West Brome; 11 a.m.Holy Communion, Holy Trinity, Iron Hill; and 7:30 p.m.Holy Communion, St.John the Evangelist, Brome Village.Rev.Rick Gariepy, 450-243-6096.ST.PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: 24 St.Paul’s Rd., Knowlton.We wish to know Jesus Christ and to make Him known.Sunday services: 8 and 10 a.m.Sunday school and nursery, 10 a.m.Rev.Ralph T.Leavitt - Pastor.COWANSVILLE AREA PASTORAL CHARGE UNITED CHURCH: Worship and Sunday school at Emmanuel United Church, 203 rue Principale, Cowansville at 10:30 a.m., Rev.Mary MacPherson officiating.Babysitting provided.Choir practice every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.WATERLOO ST.PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH, WATERLOO: Sunday services at 10 a.m.Everyone welcome.GRACE ANGLICAN CHURCH SUTTON: Come, let Jesus know you love Him.Sunday service, 10:30 a.m.at 52 Principale S.Rev.Canon Tim Smart, Rector.SUTTON-DUNHAM UNITED: Church Sunday worship services: Dunham, 9:15 a.m.; Sutton, 11:5 a.m.BEDFORD PASTORAL CHARGE: We invite you to come and worship with us.Minister, Rev.Malcolm Cogswell.9:30 a.m., Stanbridge East; 11 a.m.Wesley, Bedford; 12:30 p.m.Mystic.ANGLICAN PARISH OF BEDFORD/ PHILIPSBURG/FARNHAM: St.Paul’s Philipsburg: 9:30 a.m., first and third Sunday, Holy Eucharist; 9:30 a.m., second and fourth Sunday, Morning Briefs - ./ Stanstead College info session in Knowlton There will be an information session and reception in Knowlton for parents considering sending their children to Stanstead College Feb.24.The reception will be held at the home of Dr.Vivian Muir, at 44 Victoria, Knowlton.There, parents can learn more about what the private school has to offer.The information session and reception gets underway at 7:30 p.m.Those attending are asked to let organizers know in advance, by calling 819-876-2223, or by contacting Muir at 450-242-2288/242-2299.Painting exhibit Montreal artists Frank and Josephine Nemeth are presenting a selection of their paintings at the Missisquoi Public Library, located at 187 Champlain in Philipsburg.The exhibit runs until February 23 on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m.Admission is free.For more information, call 450-248-4402.Prayer; St.James the Apostle & Martyr, Farnham: 11 a.m., first Sunday, Combined Service in Bedford; 9:30 a.m., second and fourth Sunday, Holy Eucharist; 11 a.m., third Sunday, Morning Prayer; St.James, Bedford: 11 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Wednesday 7 p.m., Holy Eucharist.Fr.Brian Evans, Rector.BAPTIST CHURCHES: Sunday services: Mansonville Baptist, 9:30 a.m.; Olivet Baptist, Sutton, 10:30 a.m.Community Notes Do you wish you could read better?Need help with basic math?Call the YA-MASKA LITERACY COUNCIL.Work one-on-one with a tutor and learn at your own pace.Lessons are FREE, private and confidential.Learning can be fun so why not do something for yourself today?Wendy; 450-263-7503.JRD JOLY RIENDEAU & DUKE CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS 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 Lac Brome Sherbrooke (450)263-4123 (450)243-5021 (819)566-2575 KNOWLEDGE AND KNOW-HOW.1 ABOUT SCHMIDT 1 lEigte fuTl I Fr., Sat Sun., 1*7,.Tue, Wea.ta 6:15 pm DEUX SEMAINES D’AVIS y (French) DO ! 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release the long-awaited first compact disk recording entitled The Country Coffee House.The album is a 13-track collection by Haynes, Marie Gunn, Coffee houses in Bobbie Hill, Tom Kil-theTownships bride, Terry Howell, .Page7 John Petronko, Back Porch Blues (Betty Piette and Dave Hebert) and Folkgrass (Sabine Bittner-Maher, Roily Bérard, Perry Beaton and Raymond St-Laurent).The recording has been a longtime coming.Haynes has performed “old time country” for most of his life with Ron Haynes and Friends.During the 1960s, Betty, his wife of over 40 years, performed with him as vocalist.Although Betty’s singing career ended a long time ago, she has been the steady support behind the informal coffee house that meets in the St.James Anglican Church Hall in Stanbridge East.In nearly a decade since it was first formed, the Haynes’ coffee house has served as an incubator for several of the area’s country, folk and bluegrass soloists and bands every fourth Sunday of the month.Haynes’ coffee house deserves more than passing credit for bringing acts such as Back Porch Blues and Folkgrass, the bluegrass/folk fusion band, together.Both have developed an avid Eastern Townships following, due in no small part to their exposure in coffee houses in Stanbridge East and its Lennoxville counterpart, the Church Street Café.Close links to Townships Bluegrass and Old Tyme Music Society (of which Haynes is a charter member) keeps society regulars such as soloists John Petronko and Tom Kilbride in the regular rotation.Recent additions to the line-up include Jimmy Brownrigg and the duo of Marie Gunn and Bobbie Hill, whose associations with Haynes go back decades.Hill is best known in music circles for his recording of The Ballad of Rocket Richard, but is also known in academic circles as Robert Hill, author of Robert Sellars: The Voice of the Vanishing Minority.The County Coffee House album is a sampler of bluegrass, “old time” country, Mississippi Delta blues, Cajun and bluegrass/folk fusion.Many original tracks have a unique Townships flavour: Ron Haynes’ ‘The Reining Horse Song’ speaks to his lifelong love of riding.‘Leonard’ is Haynes’ original tribute to Leonard McTeer, otherwise known as “the Clayton Delaney of Stanbridge East,” while ‘Clarenceville’ speaks to the forgotten village on the Western flank of the Townships.Terry Howell’s rendition of Haynes’ ‘My Home in the Townships’ is a sentimental, classic country ode to the vanishing anglo who hangs on tenaciously while around his world changes around him.Jimmy Brownrigg’s ‘Carmanville’ goes farther a-field, conjuring up memories of childhood in his native Newfoundland.Although the flavour of the selections is “old time country,” there are refreshing breaks from Dave Hébert, one of the re gion’s most under-recognized practitioners of the Mississippi Delta Blues.The artist gives a soulful interpretation of Leadbelly’s ‘Noted Rider’, accompanied by Back Porch Blues partner Betty Piette.John Petronko’s rendition of ‘Alabama Jubilee’ provides a spirited acoustic guitar solo, while Marie Gunn and Bobbie Hill provide the lively Cajun anthem ‘Diggy Diggy Lo’ and Folkgrass provide a touch of light bluegrass with ‘Carolina Star’ and ‘Lost River’.The session was recorded last fall before a live audience at the St.James Anglican Church Hall with sound, editing and mixing by John Cameron, one of the area’s most respected sound technicians.The tracks, recorded in a single session, are not perfect but preserve the feeling and freshness of a live performance.The CD packaging is, like the coffee house itself, uncomplicated and short on slick, expense production graphics, a cost-tradeoff that will surely work out to the benefit of the contributing musicians.The Country Coffee House gives loyal fans an opportunity to honour Haynes and his cast of dedicated CAROLINE KEHNE/CORRESPONDENT Ron Haynes, founder of the Stanbridge East Coffee House, will release The Country Coffee House this Sunday at St.fames Anglican Church Hall on Maple Street in Stanbridge East.ly drives and fatigue for the satisfaction of a 20-minute set.It is also a homegrown project destined to inspire more musicians to follow suite.The Stanbridge East Coffee House’s first CD recording will be available for sale at upcoming coffee houses, held the fourth Sunday of every month at St.James Anglican Church Hall on Maple Street in Stanbridge East.For more information, call 295-2269.musicians who have consistently braved snowstorms, long, lone- Marjes Masclé, Drs.ps.Psychologist - COUNSELING -THERAPY ADULTS - COUPLES - FAMILIES 20 years experience Marriage counseling 1398 Shefford, Bromont (450) 534-2864 COMING SOONI BOOK NOW! 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This text is sponsored by y Fast Lane 319, Principale, Cowansville 266-0278 www.deragon.com page 4 Wednesday, February 19, 2003 Brome County News Fuel prices mean rethinking driving habits Toyota is tops in CAA survey If you’ve been lucky enough to not buy gas recently, your next trip to the pumps will drain the colour from your face as quickly as it drains the cash from your wallet.And thanks to the combination of the Venezuelan general strike and the increasing likelihood (or inevitability) of a war with Iraq, don’t expect gas prices to come down anytime soon.When it comes to escalating fuel costs, it’s the consumer who feels the pinch.As prices rise on the market the petroleum companies pass it right along to the consumer, while the government sits idly by and continues to collect more than its fair share of tax revenue.Some of that tax revenue is supposed to go towards road repairs, but only about four per cent of it actually does.And then there’s that tax that was supposed to go to wiping out the deficit.The last time I checked the deficit was gone, but the tax is still there.Meanwhile, according to estimates from the Canadian Automobile Associ- ation, Quebec motorists have paid at least $13 million more per week at the pumps over the last three weeks.Of that, $2 million went right to the government.Man, am 1 in the wrong line of work.That of course doesn’t include the effect rising gas prices will have on almost everything we buy, as transport costs go up.Prices for food, clothing and most of life’s necessities are bound to go up if fuel prices remain high.To help motorists face the crunch, the CAA has issued some tips to cut fuel consumption.I’ve written about this before, but faced with record high gas prices, perhaps it’s worth repeating: • Maintenance: A poorly tuned engine can increase fuel consumption by as much as 50 per cent.Study after study shows that tune-ups more than pay for themselves.And wouldn’t you rather give the money to your mechanic than some faceless multinational oil corporation?Not everything involves a mechanic either.Tire pressure is important, particularly when the mercury takes yet another dive.The loss of 5 C takes away one pound of air pressure.A single tire under-inflated by two pounds increases gas consumption by one per cent (personally I haven’t checked the air in my tires since about November, so I guess I'd better go out once I’m done this).• Using a block heater, if you have one, can cut fuel consumption by up to 10 per cent.It reduces the warm-up period when an engine is least fuel efficient.As a bonus it also gets the heater working more quickly, so you can be comfortable within minutes.• Reducing idling time: It is tempting to leave your car idling for long periods when it’s cold, but you aren’t doing your vehicle any favours.An idling engine burns anywhere from 1.1 to four litres an hour.That's energy that’s completely wasted, doing nothing other than harming the environment.• Smooth driving is also important.Avoid sudden acceleration and sudden stops.Easing off on the gas pedal helps too.Driving at 100 km/h rather than 120 will save about 20 per cent on fuel consumption, the CAA says.• At the pumps: Only about 10 to 15 per cent of cars actually need premium Under The Hood Maurice Crossfield Acura RSX a month ^ assssss .‘•ss'SSai mm - * stf Including: • 15 wheels Acura RSX • 2.0-litre i-VTEC engine ot 160 hp • electric group • 4-wheel disc brakes • air conditioning > AM/FM stereo with CD player > Acura 24-hour Roadside Assistance > keyless remote entry and so much more.® ACURA WWW.ACURA.CA !Elegance 1325 Principale Granby 378-4969 ‘l.imitnl time lease offer available oily through Honda Canada Finance Inc.O.A.C.Nfcnthly lease paymaits for 48 nmthe far the new 2003 Acura RSX (node] DC5363ÏB) .Total lease clflig-tim of $18,432.Dan payient at $5,088 and first rrcrth’ s payrent requred.A wariaty dgxsit is required.$0 Dan teyrent Cpticn also offered.Ftxtel may differ Iran picture.24,000 km armai alhaace (payrcnt cf $0,12 per tan over).Freicftt art P.D.I.irriuifad, taxas, licBtæ and imicme extra.At end cf haæe yxi may return the car to (feeder cr fxrchaæ it fir a prectetermined anrxnt.••M.S.R.P.cf $24,300 for the new 2003 Acura RSX (nuclei DC5363IB).Freicjt: and PD.I.($900), phlicaLicn fees, ta>es, licmse, insuraue and admnistKtioi fees e«ar/100,000 tan Acura limited warranty.Madel may differfrcm picture See ysur ctealer fcr litre details.First t>o nairte'Erce aerviaee indicted.A dan payraT tray be reqpirei FTcm February 1 to 28, 2003.gasoline, while the rest can run on regular unleaded.The CAA recommends checking your owner’s manual to ensure regular is right for you.When you do tank up, remember that spills can be costly.CAA spokeswoman Claire Roy is also warning motorists to watch out for gas saving gimmicks.She said we can expect to see any number of devices promoted in the coming weeks, most of which simply don’t work.“The only gas economizer with any potential is the person behind the wheel,” she said.Toyota Tops The CAA also released a survey last week showing that while Canadians love their Toyota Camry’s, they aren’t nearly as happy with their Chrysler Neons.The survey of 20,000 Canadian car owners showed that 99 per cent of those who bought a Camry between 1997 and 2001 said they would do so again if they could go back in time.Meanwhile, only 57 per cent of Neon owners said they’d buy another if they had the chance.Only seven out of 10 Neon owners said they were happy with their cars, compared to nine out of 10 Camry owners.The Toyota Sienna mini-van also ranked up near the top.“The Japanese manufacturers are setting the pace in terms of quality and reliability,” said CAA national president David Flewelling.“Some of the other manufacturers — North American and European — are falling behind that.” The CAA survey noted that other top ranked vehicles for customer satisfaction included vehicles made by Honda and Nissan.Have a PROBLEM or CONCERN with your: • Life and Health Insurance Company • Home, Car or Business Insurance Company • Securities or Mutual Funds Provider •Bank Not sure w here to turn for HELP?Call the Centre for the Financial Services OmbudsNetwork and a Consumer Assistance Specialist will put you in touch with someone who can help you resolve your problem This free independent sen-ice is supported by the members of the Canadian Bankers Association, Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association, Insurance Bureau of Canada, Investment Dealers Association of Canada, Investment Funds Institute of Canada and the Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada.Toll Free (English): 1-866-538-FSON (3766) Toll Free (French): 1-866-668-RCSF (7273) Toronto (Bilingual): 416-777-2043 Fax:416-777-9716 E-mail: info@cfson-crcsf.ca Website: www.cfson-crcsf.ca ; Brome County News Wednesday, February 19, 2003 page 5 Springing into Farnham concert series La Petite Eglise de Farnham brings music to Townships Staff La Petite Eglise de Farnham, the non-profit organization that brings live musical performances to Farnham, has announced its Spring program.• March 1, 8 p.m.: The Sergei Tro-fanov Ensemble will perform Russian music with violinist and four musicians on piano, accordion, guitar and percussion (darbouka); • March 15: Pascal Béland and Pierre Luc Dupuis, Jean-François Gagnon-Blan-card, Evelyne Gélinas and Nicolas Pellerin present ‘Les langues fourchues’.The group performs traditional music derived from the French, Scottish and Irish traditions; • March 29, 8 p.m.: Pascal Bujold (voice and guitar), Kristin Molnar (violin) and Luis Lopez (percussion) perform ‘Histoires acadiennes découvertes en Argentine’; • April 26, 8 p.m.: Christiane Raby (formerly of the bande Magnétik), author, composer, singer and accomplished musician (piano guitar and flute), will perform alongside guitarist Bernard Scotti; • May 3, 8 p.m.: le Théâtre de la Pointe du Moulin will present Pat-apoum et Célestine, a play for children ages three through eight; • May 10,8 p.m.: Denis Violetti (vocals and guitar), Molnar, Stéphane Tellier (guitar) and Roger Cloutier (percussion) will perform traditional music of the Mediterranean with klezmer, Arabic and Afro-American accents; • May 31, 8 p.m.: Renée Claude sings the songs of Léo Ferré.Headliners and prices for April 12 and June 14 performances will be announced at a later date.Tickets for all performances (except May 3 and 30) are $15.Ticket prices for May 3 are $5; May 30, $30.La Petite Eglise is located at 401 St-Joseph, Farnham.For more information about any of the above events, call 450-293-7779 or visit www.petiteeglise.com.Tickets for BMP benefit Staff Tickets are running out for the annual Mayor and Councillors Dinner fundraiser for the BMP.In fact tickets for the first sitting, at 5 p.m.this Sunday, Feb.23, are already sold out.However, tickets are still available for the second sitting at 7 p.m.For $13 dinner goers can dine on roast beef at the Auberge West Brome, served by local mayors and councillors.Also in attendance this year will be federal Liberal leadership hopeful Paul Martin, as well as Brome-Missisquoi MNA Pierre Paradis and MP Denis Paradis.“It can be a chance to meet your local politician and sound off,” said Brome Lake Councillor and dinner organizer George Bristol.Tickets can be purchased at the Dépanneur Marché Vallée Bleue, Edwards Store, Brome Lake Community Services, and the town halls of Brome Lake and Sutton.Before TV took over Ab Malette International me.Directly Jrom the rrttt n n/ftt-tnrt*r-Special on pre-varnished hardwood flooring OPENING HOURS Wednesday Thursday Saturday Staff The Sutton Heritage and Communication Museum recently unveiled its new audio-exhibition entitled The History of the Radio.On display are a collection of old radio sets that will allow visitors to revive some of the great moments of the 20th century as they were reported on the radio.The Heritage and Communication Museum of Sutton is located at 30 Principale S, and is open Wednesday to Sunday, from 9.30 to 4.30 p.m.Admission is $ for adults, $1 for children.For more information, call 450-538-3222.NEW 4 INCHES WOOD FLOORING IN CHERRY, OAK, MAPLE, ASH AND BIRCH ALSO, amazing, affordable and looking like red oak “FAUX OAK” Which is white ash available in 2-1/4 & 3-1/4 with average length 40” at a very competitive price! 128 Maple Dale East Farnham 266-5555 Route 139 South - in direction of Cowansville Near RPR Transport ^Smtique de (k 3ï(kriée ETC'Sç CB 777-0440 .¦ Saluting our Friends ^ , / r ¦¦ f ¦.A-;;- * V» ' ' Mm ______ On Sunday, January 26th, the residents of Courville Geriatric Center were dazzled by the Brome Square Dancers who officially open the eighth Sun Festival.Angèle Arès-Ledoux Activity Director Courville Geriatric Courville ADVERTORIAL page 6 Wednesday, February 19, 2003 Brome County News Symbolic gesture may produce hard results Rock: Cont’d from Page 1 He later recovered the sign in Dunham as the result of an anonymous phone tip.Avery’s struggle to have the sign, or a similar one, returned to the site has drawn both praise and criticism from the tiny village and surrounding villages, some of whom want to see the site treated like any other family graveyard and others, who would rather maintain a rosier view of Canadian history.Last May, the Saint-Armand town council passed a resolution officially recognizing the site’s historic significance.From Avery’s point of view though, be yond that largely symbolic gesture, little has changed at the local level.Avery’s tenacity has resulted in the formation of the non-profit Centre d’historique de Saint-Armand, a diverse group who support the efforts to explore local history but whose focus has been the area’s unique Afro-Canadian legacy.These efforts have garnered the attention of both the national and international press, and prompted le Centre de recherche-action sur les relations raciales (CRARR) to recognize Avery’s contributions 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