The record, 8 décembre 2009, Supplément 2

>'SA ',“ %'•• —•'^' •'Ï * tfr5s* ¦**• *'¦'’ - - .%> Z^ï'^^*JàÙ&**sS* , •* ¦*' tÉ0***^ *%**>;»*.'v üJtoBBNSËwr* ^ ./*_ * » ,'f •- * KüP~~.Brome Count) ut RECORD Supplement December 21 2009 >" •, i. page 2 • CHRISTMAS IN THE TOWNSHIPS • BROME COUNTY NEWS Tuesday, December 8, 2009 It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas .Christmas Calandarfor Sutton: Dec.5-23 : A Christmas market where visitors can purchase unique works of local artists and visit Arts Sutton, 7, Academy Free admission info@artssutton.com Dec.10-11 : Non-perishable goods will be accepted for the less fortunate from 1 p.m.to 4 p.m.Centre John-Sleeth, 7, Academy Info : 450-538-1919 Dec.11 : ‘Match des étoiles’ Salle Alec & Gérard Pelletier, 4-C, Maple 8 p.m.Cost $10 Info & réservations : 450 538-0486 Dec.12 : Rider Réunion Adrénaline- Outdoor activities, games and surprises Mont Sutton, 671, Maple Info : 450-538-2545 www.montsutton.com Dec.12 : Distribution of Christmas baskets Centre John-Sleeth, 7, Academy Info : 450-538-1919 (CAB de Sutton) Dec.17 : 50th annniversary celebrations for Mount Sutton, Official opening of the hills.9 a.m.- 4 p.m.Info : 450-538-2545, 1-866-538-2545 www.montsutton.com Dec.17 : Opening of the History of Communications Museum 30-A, Principale Sud Info : 450-538-3222 Dec.20-24 : Christmas Camp, vacation program of activities for five days Mont Sutton, 671, Maple Info : 450-538-2545 ’ Priced for every budget Christmas Promotion Sale Notaires Conseillers juridiques Notaries Title Attorneys Gallagher Gagné Notaires inc.35 Victoria St., Knowlton 297 Principale St., Mansonville letjal@notaritis.net Tel.: 242-1555 www.montsutton.com Dec.20 : World snowboarding Day A day of activities on the mountain Mont Sutton, 671, Maple Info : 450 538-2545 www.montsutton.com Dec.20 : Christmas carols Grace Anglican Church, 52, Principale Sud 3 p.m.Free admission Info : Tim Smart 450-538-8108 Dec.23 : Candlelight Service Olivet Baptist Church, 7, Maple 7 p.m.Hot chocolate following the service Info : Alex Lobach 450-538-5225 Dec.24 : Family mass Eglise St-André de Sutton, 89-A, Princpale Nord 5 p.m Info : 450-538-3215 Dec.24 : Christmas mass Eglise St-Simon d’Abercorn, 9, des Églises Ouest 7 p.m.Info : 450-538-3113 Dec.24 : Bilingual Christmas Eve Service Calvary United Church, 6 Maple Street 6, Maple bilingual (English and French) family service of music / Christmas carols Bible readings about the nativity; special children's time with a story for the young and the young in heart 7pm - Everyone most welcome: Free Info : 450-538-0530 gboothsu tton@aol .com 113, rue Albert, Cowansville Tel.: (450) 263-2748 Dec.10 : Ciné-Cabaret presents the documentary film ‘Les petits géants’ , the story of five children in primary school who must accomplish a monumental task.Music from Verdi will be interpreted for young and old alike.Salle Alec & Gérard Pelletier, 4-C, Maple 2 p.m.and 7:30 Cost $8 Info & reservations : 450-538-0486 Dec.12 : Christmas Holiday storytelling marathon 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.Best storytellers in the village reading Santa’s visit is expected Christmas cookies, juice and coffee for parents and grandparents Info : Lizzy Fontana, pres.450-521-3328 Dec.12 : Christmas exhibition featuring the works of four artists: Brigite Normandin, Myriam Bardoul, Francine Denault and Louise-Andrée Roberge at Atelier Brigite Normandin, 16-A, Principale Nord Vernissage Sundays Dec.13 and Dec.20 from 2 p.m.to 4 p.m.Studio open Dec.12-13, and Dec.19 and 20 from 11 p.m.- 5 p.m.Info : 450-538-3454 / 450-538-8122 / 450-263-5227 / 450-243-5676 Dec.12 : Magnificent Christmas banquet prepared bya renowned chef Main Chalet Mont Sutton Info : 450-538-2545 /1-866-538-2545 7/ t/eo/ne to our G/trixtnntx in the C7otorts/ijlM, a x/neial\,itti/i/fenie/it.7/(¦ are ho/>iniy that our rcathem tot//en/otj our an/taa/ ee/e/ration p/the ho/it/atyx.'lie ho/te reat/ent in .I font tea/ ont/e/xetohete tot//t/ixrooer t/e /rattfty ont/eharnt o/the l7ôtonxhi/>x, '/le toon//tt/xo /t/e to t/ton/t a//ottr e/entx/or tyittinty ttx t/e oMortanitty in meetinty tyottr oaoertixinty neet/t.r//t/Z>/ lf(o/it/it/x.Jtyni/a cC- [-Diana Dec.13 : Démo Scooter Alpin, the newest trend in snowsports Mont Sutton, 671, Maple Info : 450-538-2545 www.montsutton.com Dec.13 : Sacrament of Penance Eglise St-Simon d’Abercorn, 9, des Eglises Ouest 9 a.m.and also at Eglise St-André de Sutton, 89-A, Princpale Nord at 10:30 Info (St-Simon) : 450-538-3113 Info (St-André) : 450-538-3215 Dec.13 : Decorating the Christmas tree prepared by the Knights of Columbus in the School gymnasium of Ecole Sutton School 19, Highland 12:30.Santa will arrive at 2 p.m.to hand out treats to children 0-8.Also sleigh rides.Free admission, everyone welcome.Dec.16 : Free carriage rides in the village offered by the local economic development group CDÉS 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.leaving from the parking lot behind the post office in Sutton.Horses and riders provided by Westina Stables owned by Ian Westover.Free admission Info : 450-538-8455 /1-800-565-8455 artopex )*«t rt l*«»i*te PRODUITS DE BUREAU THE GIFT OF BEING THERE 24 hours a day 7 days a week 36s days a year Aero ss the street Canadian Rad Cross Québac Division www.redcross.ca 1 800 JYCROIX (1800 592-7649) Hour»: Mon.-Fri.8.30 a.m.*5:30 p.m.Sal.0:00 a.m.-noon CHRISTMAS IN THE TOWNSHIPS • BROME COUNTY NEWS Tuesday, December 8, 2009 • page 3 .its the most wonderful time of the year ÉHhfH Plantation des Frontières ! tmv- Think of the / warmth & comfort \ of fur! ^ Dec.24 : Christmas Eve Service Grace Anglican Church, 52, Principale Sud 7 :30 p.m.Free admission Info : Tim Smart 450-538-8108 Dec.24 : Christmas mass on the mountain Main Lodge Alt 400m, Mont SUTTON, 671, Maple 9 p.m.Free admission Info : 450-538-3215 Dec.24 : Midnight Mass église St-André de Sutton, 89-A, Princpale Nord 11 p.m.Free admission Info : 450-538-3215 Dec.25 : Christmas Mass église St-André de Sutton, 89-A.Princpale Nord 10 :30 a.m.Info : 450-538-3215 Dec.25 : Christmas Day Service Grace Anglican Church, 52, Principale Sud 10 :30 Free admission Info : Tim Smart 450-538-8108 Helen Labrecque Affiliated Real Estate Agent Cell: 819-572-1070 hlabrecque & sutton.com Dec.27-31 : Christmas Camp 2 Five days of activities Mont Sutton, 671, Maple Info : 450-538-2545 www.montsutton.com Dec.31 : New Year’s Mass église St-André de Sutton, 89-A, Princpale Nord 5 p.m.Free admission Info : 450-8-3215 Dec.31 : New year’s Eve dinner and dance 5-course dinner, dancing, champagne Auberge des Appalaches.This year’s theme is: « La Virée Bleue », the person sporting the most ‘blue’ will receive a gift (Cost :$49 + taxes & service).234 Maple.Info & Reservation : 450-538-5799 www.aubergeappalaches.com Dec.31 : New Year’s Eve disco Hôtel-motel Horizon, 297, Maple 8 p.m.- closing Info: 450-538-3212 / 1-877-538-3212 www.hotelhorizoninc.com / ww » Looking for properties in the Eastern Townships?1 have lots to offer in: • Lennoxville • Bury • Waterloo • Cookshire-Eaton • Lake Nick • Waterville • North Hatley • Sherbrooke • Windsor Please call or e-mail me and let me help you find your country home or the home of your dreams.Sutton.819-823-7474 THE EXPERIENCED REAL ESTATE AGENT (0U CoO&MCf < h&l a .'A(lt idea ! 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 Q?HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION Of QUEBEC PM MUTIQIU Dasher, On Dancer, On Donner.On Dliben.Mewiq, GluihUmaA- 286-A Knowlton Rd., Knowlton (450)243-6413 fourrures Orff*»» Ready to wear or custom made Leather • Suede, reversible sheepskin • Repairs, remodelling (recycling) • Furs • Storage and cleaning Vast choice of accessories and leather gloves Paddte, Pauline, Micheline & Qail 69, rue Drummond, Granby 372-3434 www.tfenishivottfourrures.com page 4 • CHRISTMAS IN THE TOWNSHIPS • BROME COUNTY NEWS Tuesday, December 8, 2009 Christmas in Brome Lake .y- Meilleurs Voeux Seasons Greetings j t & GRATUIT! J 51k Période de jeux J ¦ et d'exercices! m FREE Æ 1 PLAYTIME! Æ R.: Æ " Community Togetherness The local Food Bank counts on donations and the Pettes Memorial Library.The Province’s oldest fee rural library helps out by allowing patrons to convert late fines into food donations.Here is Knowlton at its best; one charitable organization supporting another in times of need.Fines due or not, townsfolk can drop off food donations at the front desk until Dec.30, on Knowlton Road corner of Bridge.The mainstay of food donations is however co-ordinated by the Lion’s Club whose food drive runs year long.At Christmas, they deliver Christmas baskets to about ninety families, each containing hams, chickens, breads, canned goods, sundries and a few toys.Love the shopping but hate the wrapping?A $2 gift-wrap-ping service that supports both Knowlton elementary schools will be available at 30 Lakeside in Knowlton.Possibly the best two bucks you’ll spend this Christmas.This is a chance to give someone else an equal opportunity at gift-wrapping.While you’re there, check out the Christmas window that displays a variety of gift ideas which both support local merchants while providing excellent answers to shopping challenges.By Philip A.Codin It’s Christmas time, the time of year when the one thing that everyone is running around trying to capture is that special warmth that comes when family, friends and neighbours gather to share in the best of times.That feeling, that comfort that comes with the peace of Christmas, is precisely what the residents, community organizations, artists and merchants of Knowlton have managed to place within everyone’s tangible reach.In one of Canada’s most enchanting villages, the crisp Christmas season air is filled with the scents, flavours, sights and melodies that have captivated visitors here for decades.The reason Knowlton is so special is as simple as it is commanding; the people of Knowlton and sister Brome Lake villages actually live in and enjoy the country milieu they have created.Knowlton exudes the country charm that most towns only dream of.Spending time in this corner of the Eastern Townships at Christmas, as long or short a time as that may be, is like taking a stroll through a living fairyland that usu- ally only adorns Christmas cards.As of mid-November, the town is abuzz with the anticipation of the changing season.There are concerts to attend, art galleries to visit, bake sales to enjoy, parades to watch, galas to be see at and by far the most captivating shopping experience anyone will ever have.Here’s a sample of what is coming your way this season First and foremost, Knowlton and the Brome Lake area have a complete array of affordable and very comfortable hotels, inns, B&Bs, excellent restaurants and cafés that rival just about everything you’ll find anywhere, so staying overnight is both easy and Chenil L% *.Brome Kennel * Pension / Boardiné i */\ a I a eLtort * Bain /Bath Ÿ 40lh&40-DDO# Condos pour chais / Cat condos VAW.cckcbrome.com/kennel/ inviting.One thing that stands out here is the community spirit that pervades so many facets of the country life, made easy.You can purchase a fresh Christmas wreath that profits the local Historical Society, a Christmas tree that supports the local hockey team, a classical concert that develops amazing young talent, a gala ticket that encourages the local theatre, even subsidize the local food bank while paying library fines.It’s as if by the mere fact of living here, as if for simply having the good fortune of enjoying this great community, people want to give back, support, encourage and develop.DAVID ANDERSON And a carrot for a nose.^ {olid «PPV Jfor M||w k'SMMUJWi MMtiSi IMHiSP f|ptf «.• ;Mia I lUlltfV t this time of year we would like to take the opportunity to wish our valued clients a very Healthy & Prosperous Holiday Season Food is everything Sutton dWfrtil*, rlhHome IGA Sutton 44 Principale Nord rue Sutton 2211 S3! •HP PHOTO CREDIT g gTRANSPORT ANTHRACITE The Heating Solution Easy as 1,2,3 1.Just add coal to hopper every 2-3 days 2.Set the desired temperature 3.Relax and enjoy the comfort of quality coal heat Economical and efficient No pollution (no creosote) Automatic feeder delivering an even heat UHTRANSPORT.COM 1074 Knowlton Road, West Brome.QC 450-263-6500 Lun-Vçn 7:00-17:00 Sam- 9:00- ?3:00 2 l&fc-:.t I ;>*¦* Dec.24: [ Open 7 am-8 pm Dec.25 - Closed & Open New Year’s ~i Day r ''-•‘Z*- CHRISTMAS IN THE TOWNSHIPS • BROME COUNTY NEWS Tuesday, December 8, 2009 • page 5 JH JlouviANCE Dans un jardin UORËAL REVION [Rpç| Vj OTVERGIRL wimann reve,s STEA K HOUSE REAL STEAK LOVERS DINE WITH US” Table d'Hôte starting at Cm ipuialfy U iteai lut m (vm a ùviye miety Mtea/i to wit miywei butt! Ruemtiwi AppucMed Breakfast served tiff 2 p.m.on weekends $1395 300 Lewis St.W.(facing the arena) Waterloo 539-0811 VS 31 ¦ Familiprix Great Sift Discover our $ Perfumes & Beauty products & Body products ^^anetic um^ $ “Dans un jardin” products % Gift wrapping # Gift certificates VICHY page 6 • CHRISTMAS IN THE TOWNSHIPS • BROME COUNTY NEWS Tuesday, December 8, 2009 Ï>‘1mÊÊÈ fmfa I ¦ Daunais Johanne Coiteux Luc Côté These wonderful things are the things .50th Anniversary Mont Sutton A Family's gift to Sutton Mount Sutton tells the tale of a remarkable family that was, and continues to be, a driving force in the development of an entire region of Quebec.The Boulanger family moved to Sutton in 1945.A trained administrator working in the dairy industry, Harold Boulanger founded Sutton Dairy Products with two partners, Charles Dionne and Albert Deslauriers.A key enterprise until 1980, specializing in the production of butter, skim milk powder, protein and pasteurized chocolate milk, Sutton Dairy Products was typically very active for four to five months during the summer, but in the winter, was Thanking all our clients For their support Season’s Greetings 450-378-4890 450-378-0884 Diane 450-378-7585 NATIONAL BANK FINANCIAL forced to lay off employees.This situation led the owners to begin thinking about a business that would keep their personnel busy during the winter months.At that time, people were wilderness skiing at Sutton, more Specifically On the North face of Mohawk Lake, the mountain next to the actual resort.During the winter of 1946, the young Boulangers began their love affair with the sport of downhill skiing.Changes vocation Boulanger decided to operate the mountain at Sutton.In 1959, François Levesque, the family’s lawyer, advised Boulanger to form a company and buy the land on the mountain, leaving the logging rights to the former owner.Around this time, Réal Boulanger presented his father with an idea he had been cooking up with his brothers and friends: to open a ski centre at Sutton mountain.After some reflection, Harold agreed to the idea and took charge of the financing while his children looked after the rest.The four Boulanger brothers, Réal, Robert, Benoit and Hercule, began surveying, studying, marking out and clearing the trails.From that moment on, Réal’s visionary skills would prove to be a vital asset: he wanted a unique mountain, that respected the environment so he decided to leave trees on the trails so people could enjoy skiing under a Canopy or branches.Real wanted to use the natural elements the mountain had, to preserve nature and provide a ski experience in a natural environment.Trees were even planted on some trails! The glades became the hallmark of the resort and won awards for the environmentally friendly hill.Work begàn on the mountain in June 1960 and on the chalet in September of the same year.After considerable effort Boulangers opened the ski station on Dec.17,1960.Four inches of snow had fallen the day before, to the delight of everyone involved, so the opening took place under a blanket of white! From dream to reality In 1959, François Lévesque, the family’s lawyer advised the Boulangers to form a company and buy the land on the mountain, leaving the logging rights to the former owner.Réal, Robert, Benoît and Hercule, along with several experts, surveyed the entire mountain to plan the runs.They initially laid out four runs as well ^- as scouted out locations for the chairlifts, ski lodges and future runs.On April 15,1960, a Mr.Zig-mann, owner of Sun Valley in the Laurentians and importer of the reliable Mueller chair- lifts, inspected the mountain with Réal and discovered fresh powder on the runs.Excited by the sight of all that snow, he said to Réal, “If you buy the chairlifts from me, I’ll trade the equivalent of my commission for shares in Mont SllttOn Inr ” Resort takes shape Harold exerted pressure on other equipment suppliers to buy shares in Mont Sutton Inc.This money was used to clear the trails.During this period, he also convinced a group of doctors from Cowansville to invest in the project.Thanks to the doctors’ financial participation, they were able to build the Main Lodge.These doctors also ran the clinic at the ski hill.The Boulangers also had to think about building a road to the mountain.Work on the road began in June 1960 and on the lodge a few months later.Sutton’s president Benoît Boulanger described the first chairlifts on the mountain: “After clearing the Sutton-1 k run, the surveyors marked out where the chairlift manufacturer wanted to put the cement bases.It was then up to Réal to supervise the work.Mr.Zigmann distributed the plans and oversaw the work.” ^tkmm Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 227 Knowlton Rd.Produits Pétroliers LAVIGNE inc 242-1122 MOTOSPORT G & L ENR.A MACHINE DESIGNED AND BUILT TO PERFORM WHEN CONDITIONS DON’T PLAY NICE Happy Holidays to all our cherished customers & friends 202, Route 202, Stanbridge Station, Québec J0J 2J0 Tel.: 450 248-3600 Fax: 450 248-0740 SALES AND SERVICE - LAWN GARDEN EQUIPMENÎ - MOTORCYCLE AND ATV TORO I CHRISTMAS IN THE TOWNSHIPS • BROME COUNTY NEWS Tuesday, December 8, 2009 • page 7 .we remember all through our lives t .• • 2 The day before opening Everything was finally ready for the opening of the resort on Dec.17, 1960.The workmen had completed the installation of the T-bar; a small refuge was ready above #11 Chairlift.In the 500-square-metre Main Lodge, Alt.400 Metres, several services were available: a cafeteria that is still in operation today, a ski school and boutique directed by Jean Lessard, the Canadian Slalom Champion in 1960, as well as a ski rental and repair shop in the basement.In addition to a daycare supervised by Lucille, a medical clinic was also located on the second floor equipped with X-ray and material for making casts.What’s more, Sutton reinforced its reputation as an innovator by ensuring the security of skiers with a team of St.John’s Ambulance patrollers.Opening Day To everyone’s delight, four inches of snow fell on the evening of Dec.16.The opening took place the following day under a blanket of snow.Glen Brown and Heward Graftey, respectively the provincial MNA and federal MP at the time, were present, as well as several ski celebrities including the Canadian Ann Heggtvelt, a gold medal winner in Slalom at the 1960 Olympics in Squaw Valley.The first season “On Christmas Day, 1960, only the T-bar was working because the chairlift wasn’t ready yet.We had to work day and night to get the lift ready for Jan.5,” recalls Benoit Boulanger.On Feb.16, 1961, a Saturday evening marked by the first Sutton Ski Club activity (a dinner and torchlight run), it was raining cats and dogs.Réal was forced to close the resort.Benoit continues, “That prompted us to take stock of the situation and provide additional guarantees at the bank to cover the short term." The re- sort remained closed four long weeks before re-opening until April 23.In the end, the season was so successful that Mont-Sutton issued its first shareholder dividends.Commenting on the success of Sutton’s first ski season, a magazine wrote: “On some Sundays, you could count some 2,000 skiers on the hills .One of the reasons for Sutton’s popularity was that it received a total snowfall of 143 inches, allowing skiers to enjoy their sport right up until April 23, well after the sun Bad laid bare all the hills in the Laurentians.” A SUCCESSION OF WINTERS Réal pursued the development of his mountain with the firm Sno-engineer-ing Inc.“The neighbouring ski resort at Mont Echo closed down in 1978 and its equipment and double Muëller lifts were up for sale.Sutton’s bid was accepted.In 1983, following Réal’s death, Robert took over the resort’s reins and continued his brother’s work.In 1985, Canada’s first detachable Doppelmayr quadruple chairlift was installed, replacing the 25-year-old #11 Chairlift.Improvements continued as Benoit replaced Robert, making him the third Boulanger brother to become president and general manager of Mont Sutton Inc.He promoted his nephew Denis, Réal’s son, who was then Director of Marketing, to General Manager.Denis remained in the position until the fall 1997.In 1990-1991, Jean Lessard decided to retire and sell his boutique and ski school.Guy Duquette, an exceptional young skier and member of the Canadian Exhibition Team at Interski since 1987, offered to continue in Jean’s place.Guy founded the Sutton Ski School, today known as the Ski and Snowboard School, recognized throughout Quebec for the quality of its instruction.Christmas Calandar for Mont Sutton December 2009 YOUR CHRISTMAS PARTY AT MONT SUTTON From Dec.12 to Dec.19 For a Christmas party in a warm environment and to enjoy a delicious buffet prepared by our renowned chef, choose Mont Sutton.An ideal place for your Christmas events! Perfect for corporate groups! Welcome to the ANNIVERSARY DAY AT $5 - DECEMBER 17TH Dec.17th, 2009 The Mont SUTTON's anniversary is on Thursday December 17th.On this special day, get your day lift ticket for 5$, the same price than in 1960.Come to wish happy birthday to SUTTON! There will be a day of celebrations with a lot of surprises! SPECIAL 50TH SEASON CALENDAR On Dec.17, 2009 The calendar with all the special activities and promotions for the 50th season will be posted soon.emotions and celebrations to be expected! CHRISTMAS CAMP From Dec.20 to Dec.31, 2009 Offer your family a ski-vacation filled with holiday-flavoured activities and entertainment.The holiday program par excellence! WORLD SNOWBOARD DAY On December 20, 2009 V For the first time snowboarders will have their own internationally designated day, with December 20 being declared "World Snowboard Day".Free activities will animate the moutain to celebrate this new event.CHRISTMAS AT THE MOUNTAIN Dec.25, 2009 Special activities are planned at the mountain on that special day.Surprises for all and, to look forward to, the return of the Christmas Rally TORCHLIGHT DESCENT Dec.27, 2009 Sunday Dec.27, come watch the torchlight descent of the Club des sports and party at the foot of the hill and at the Bar Le Tucker.On the mountain a breathtaking show and at the bottom a celebration not to be missed NEW YEAR’S GRAND RENDEZ-VOUS AT THE BAR LE TUCKER ! On Dec.31st, 2009 Come celebrate the beginning of the New 2010 Year in a warm, authentic and friendly atmosphere, at the Bar Le Tucker.January 2010 NEW YEAR'S COCKTAIL AT THE MOUNTAIN • Jan.1, 2010 At noon sharp, come and join us to celebrate the beginning of the 2010 New Year with our traditional New Year's cocktail.J PLEASE SEE SUTTON PAGE 21 ((Down ofÇBrome Qome vimovr 'Winter ^omfrGmd.of Gfornm c£aflf Bondville, Easthill, Foster, FuJford, Iron Hill, Knowlton, West Brome scvlb®bellnet.ca PHOTO CREDIT: WWW.JLAURENT.CA Sïf/emj (ffkristmm 2009 V-ïviM ezt *r>* To all Town of Brome Lake seniors & Wellness supporters À tous les aîné(e)s de la Ville de Lac Brome et à nos donateurs généreux Our Wannest Wishes for a Merry Xmas and Happy,Jiealthy Jfew year J\fos meilleurs voeux pour un Joyeux Noël et une Bonnejlnnée Thanking all our customers.By Karen Blouin Townships Expressions has a wealth of local books and CDs to satisfy all your gift-giving needs.Supporting local writers and musicians is no hardship at all when they produce such beautiful work and a gift of their work is a lasting momento of a time and place.Topping the gift list and new this year is the new edition of Taproot IV: Poetry, Prose and Images of the Eastern Townships.This is the fourth edition of the Taproot anthology begun 10 years ago during Townshippers’ Association’s 20th anniversary celebrations.It is replete with fiction, non-fiction, poetry, photography and original artwork by Townships writers, photographers and artists.Funny, inspiring, endearing, sobering and just plain fun - this book has it all! In the musical category, Over the Bridge by Michael Ayles features a mix of instrumental pieces both traditional and more recent compositions.You will hear Michael on voice, flute and banjo, as well as Yann Falquet (guitar), David Clark (fiddle) and Paddy League (bodhran).Also new this fall is Matthew Farfan’s third book The Vermont-Quebec Border: Life on the Line.It is a visual record of life in the villages, towns, and countryside in a unique part of the world - the region that spans the imaginary line separating Quebec from Vermont.Then there’s Mike Goudreau, who picked up his first guitar at age 14 and hasn't stopped playing since.His diverse musical interests help to explain why Mike is so comfortable in so many musical genres, especially jazz and blues.Mike Goudreau & The Boppin’ Blues Band has a number of CDs available through Townships Expressions.Currently, about 140 writers, poets, visual artists and musicians participate in Townships Expressions.Their English and bilingual books, CDs, cards, prints and calendars are available at the head office of Townshippers’ Association (257 Queen Street, Lennoxville) 8:30 a.m.to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, or at the Association’s Montérégie-East office (584 Knowlton Road, Lac Brome) Tuesday to Thursday, 9 a.m.to noon.For a complete list of works for sale through Townships Expressions, visit www.townshippers.qc.ca.For more information, contact Townshippers’ Association or e-mail Cathy Turner at ct@townshippers.qc.ca.Ha.ve.jun creating your own Xmas baskets with either in-store items and/or your goodies Unique gifts Gourmet foods Homemade judge Great stocking staffers FMropean delicacies Bath products Local artisans Great assortment of Xmas Decorations & Pre-mode Gi/ts Blue Lavendar (Fitch Bay) Webkinz Lang calendars & mugs & much, much more Le Panier Champêtre 4 Pface Mont Echo, 1ak Bronte 450-242-2758 www.tepanierchamfietre .com PAGE 12 • CHRISTMAS IN THE TOWNSHIPS • BROME COUNTY NEWS Tuesday, December 8, 2009 I I ’coupon 1,2009.DlBllacroîx on all stove/firepiace accessories ivww,ajri:acrorx, com tocroix mm, «»& mmmm BLU-RAYiPUAYER fituci Santa Claust ^ is thinking OF YOUl (MXimRVjm f fit t Wilfi of more th, Qvàr.itiU LOTS Of MERC HA NOtSE i ft/n JuiAr a (jfr/t run/ a/uK/rl' a JLVu/ one offO% //a oa/ue S AINT-JEAN-SUR-RICHEUEU FARNH AM 450 348-0006 1-800-363-1949 • 450 293-3605 370, rue Laberge (Angle de la 35 et boul.du Séminaire) 1470, rue St-Paul (Sortie 55 de l'autoroute 10) www.meublesdenisriel.com *VeRd *ti December 20,2009 •Blu Ray Promotion» Quantities limited.Until stock lasts.With the purchase of $999.00 before taxes, furniture, mattresses and decorations, appliances and electronics, you receive free a Blu Ray Player If you cancel your purchases you could be reimbursed $200.+ taxes which is the value of the Blu-Ray Player.Financing on credit approval, taxes payable on purchases (minimum purchase of 5500).For the cost of financing, there will be a fee of $21 charged annually for a balance of more than $4$0 Details in store Certain conditions will apply Unfortunately in preparing this publicity, there could be technical errors.If we discover this, the corrections will be mode in our stores.The paces of tf* appliances are subject to change without notice The articles offered in the store could be a little different than presented in this publicity.The models and the material could be different in the store Photos are hr illustration only mc/rn^Trodemarks of AN MAES International Trading B.V, used by virtue of a license from LoyaftyOne Inc.and Meubles Denis Riel.Basic offer 1 thousand per each $50 Denis RlEL Famham —v • ; _ _ t St-Jean-sur-Richelieu Lt&C J2CISSCCXIZ, *> m1 V - Wi5! .J -, -A-1*-.ure QQÎC By taking the time to have fun and to marvel, you let Christmas work its mage.Promutuel hopes that you can fully enjoy these moments of happiness.To you and your family, èTlerry (5firlstmas cmè cKûjgjgt} Ihew ^/eorf sill PROMUTUEL VALMONT Everything starts with trust Waterloo • Granby • Knowlton • Valcourt 450 539-0384/ 1 800 361-7408 INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES CHRISTMAS IN THE TOWNSHIPS • BROME COUNTY NEWS Tuesday, December 8, 2009 • page 13 yp»> The only reliable and eco-friendly remote starter $11099 ¦fli JL +taxes Excluding installation.Ask for details at your service centre mOptions included if * Automatic shut-off of the remote W Starter when opening the hood • Confirmation of signal on hazard lights • Multi-vehicle function Lebeau Vitres d’autos 1500 Sud street COWANSVILLE 450 263-5191 Lebeau Vitres d'autos CHSLD Santé Courville \vvvw.$antecour\ille.oorn tfOU tlftd UôWt ÙiMiilti,.WeoÛ*.4*d Çoyf 5305» Courvie Avenue.Waterloo Qc (450) 539-1821 », Wj Extending om wishes fjor the happiest of) ho warm thanks to all om customers.^~Z;he @jazaille ^=>kamily One of our customized gift certifie applicable at the Spa,«l| at the restaurant l’Ancrage or for lot The Hotel is located beside aïl .5 kart iigHted skating path and nearby Mt-Orfo for cross country and downhill.Skiing 1200, rue Principale Ouest, Magbg 819 343-6521 • www.etoiîelÙjrfçlîK: page 24 • CHRISTMAS IN THE TOWNSHIPS • BROME COUNTY NEWS Tuesday, December 8, 2009 Hydro k Québec -+¦ Bjn y* • -y AL of LIGHTS Knowlton, Brome Lake PLEIN ^ Hôtellerie de charme F ^ 420t p/p (Services included / Taxes not included) ^ ^ f Sa A^CV (Services included / Taxes not included) Reserve now 450 243-0404 wwwutu heijjt'tjuil!iam>.com 572.di Lakeside, Lac Brome Brome Lake has lit its finest stars for you to enjoy a magical setting! From November 28th to January Ist, we welcome you.Opening Ceremony From 5:30 p.tn.in Coltibrook Park Ekm'inatiofv anfcnav.un, not nyul'es wine, apple cider; hot chocolate, bonfires and more! November 28 Santa Claus Parade Presented by the Lions Out?- from ; p followed by a visit from Santa C a us Christmas Concerts At St Paul Church at 3 p (5 At United Church at 7 30 r m (five) •o sen ce- \ vv.'.' •.December 5 December 6 December 12 Midnight Madness in Knowfton Boutiques and ressurasns An': CC:W if AD and staying open until mkjmght' Don't mss the uies, spe- cq»> and street an-^tton- December I 2 Snow Ball Dinner, music, eance arc fancy d!-e>s art rê.Proceeds to to Theact* Lac Brome Magical Winter Fireworks Coicbfook park at ?o.•• o.e the v* "o-c A classic or the He.cays in B-o-rc .Vnc- December 19 December 29 «mnmwi OCMWMCV.JhtAC BROME LAKE *.A .A _t_.~_j» ?romStci Other Christmas concerts, GIANT Santa's letter box, “5 to 7" every Saturday with bonfires and hot chocolate, family brunch, dinner dance, movies, skating rinks and much more! www.cclacbrome.com/festivaloflights • 450 242-2870 9 *••• VHil Of.IAC BROWS - *v c/rr/sfmas at Snowshoe Sale & Rental gfalig ¦nim Ski & Snowboarding Clothing and Jr Helly Hansen, 686, Ripzone, etc.NorthFace & Scott * *.Sutton (QC) JOE^* Ttail Crampons 585" MLLftBUMI Ski Goggles & Helmets Smith • Giro • Scott • Carrera *59" Selected Clothing and Accessories 20% to 50% off