The record, 26 novembre 2003, Supplément 1

NEW Wednesday, November 26, 2003 ÈKQ PENSE À TOI .m mm mW is thinking of you Turn your groceries.into rewards For your reward miles W choose all the way Quality is our main ingredient.231 Sherbrooke St., Magog 819-868-1122 472 Knowiton Rd., Knowiton 450-243-6692 The Largest Circulation Weekly in Brome —Missisquoi Library donates fine foods By Philip A.Godin Record Correspondent Knowlton’s Pettes Memorial Library has come up with a way to spread the spirit of giving this season.At its monthly meeting last Thursday, the Library’s Board of Trustees passed a resolution for a project that will collect food products instead of cash for all late return fines during December.Entitled ‘Fine Foods, Amendes gourmandes’, it marks the first departure from policy at the 110-yearold institution.The proceeds will be donated to the Food Bank at the end of December.According to spokesperson Anne Page, there has been an increase in the number of families relying on the Bank to make the ends meet in the last weeks of the month."We are now helping out about 26 families on a regular basis, plus the emergencies that we respond to when things don’t work out for people.Several of the families have school-aged children as well.” The food-for-fines idea was tabled at the Board level after a similar project had been undertaken in Ontario.As of next Monday, Library staff will accept payment in food form, equal to or of greater value than the amount owed for the late return of borrowed books and other transactions.The library staff will also accept donations of non-perishable food articles from anyone wanting to make that special difference during the holidays, whether they have a fine to pay or not.The bank will welcome all donations, but is in need of children’s lunch items as well as basic staples such as cereals, pastas and soups.Strictly in terms of volume, an expected $200 to $300 in fines will be re-routed into food donations, notwithstanding the additional gifts patrons are invited to make.«fiBllSS (¦at Pretty Packages at Pickle and Preserve Party DAVID ANDERSON/SPECIAL The Courville Geriatric Centre in Waterloo held its ninth annual Pickle and Preserve Auction this past Sunday.Many attended the fun event to purchase a few special Christmas gifts.Volunteer Robert Harwood was kept busy showing the many handsomely packaged items up close to all that bid.The event raises funds to help pay for activities.Most of the donations are contributed by the staff and local business.Katimavik youths lead by example By Wendy Denman Record Correspondent Although not without disruption — two of its workers had to leave before the end of the mandate - the current round of Katimavik projects in Bedford is coming to a smooth conclusion, according to Jamie Steeves, one of the replacement members of the team.Katimavik, which means gathering place in Inuktitut, is a national youth volunteer service program in its 25th year of operation.Its mission is to foster the further development of young people through a program of volunteer community work, training and group interaction.Katimavik has five strategic learning goals: Leadership, second language, cultural discovery, environmental protection and adoption of a healthy lifestyle.The program has a long established presence in the region, with projects also ongoing in Granby, Danville and St Jean.The semester in Bedford began in mid September and ends Dec.10, after which time another Katimavik group will come and complete its three-month rotation.“Most of us are between high school and college,” says Steeves, 18.“Our group ranges in age from 17 to 20.We come from all over the place, the Maritimes, Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba.“I applied because I didn’t know what to do next after I graduated from high school.That’s why most of us are here.The Katimavik program allows you to try different things and experience different places.” Successful applicants are assigned to a mixed group of anglophones and francophones, and sent to three host communities across Canada for three months.See Katimavik, Page 7 ESSAÎM Always at your service Pierre Marziali Pharmacist Hours: Mon.-Wed.9-8 p.m.Thurs.& Fri.9 - 9 p.m.Sat.9 - 6 p.m.408 South St., C owansville 263-2171 “V Bright Colors JXrt supplie* Got/ Art Settles Crutiw Art Products * Commissions available at Bousada'j 318 Knowiton Rd y V Knowlton Design Artist Tel.: Cell: 450-242-2580 405-8501 A Isibcrlée CBoutique Qrêdtims Quédéroises Cfcsjqner nothinq.jurs.jmefn Srfiimiturr c&iintings fry xtf&mtf l 3Ùhv exclusive item Lakeside.Knowiton 243-5775 Résidence pour les Aînés / Retirement Residence 25 Mount Echo, Knowiton (450) 242-4553 page 2 Wednesday, November 26, 2003 Brome County News Brome County Community Billboard Community Calendar Nov.29 MENTAL HEALTH WELL BEING & SUPPORT GROUP MEETING at St.Paul’s Church (basement), Knowlton, approx.2 p.m.Do you or someone you know suffer from depression?Whether the depression is situational or diagnosed is not important.This group can help you.Or maybe you just want to be more informed.We have a lending library with books and videos.Need a ride to a meeting?Call Linda, 450-243-0928.Royal Canadian Legion FLEA MARKET, 120 Davignon St., Cowansville, 8 a.m.to 2 p.m.Table rentals: $10 each.Reservations: 450-263-3543.CHRISTMAS BAZAAR at St.Paul’s United Church, 4929 Foster St., Waterloo, 10 a.m.to 2 p.m.Luncheon: $5.Come and buy wreaths, decorations, homebaking, knitting, candy and crafts.Don’t miss our huge silent auction of goods, services and talents.Brome County Historical Society Fall/Winter 2003/04 presents LECTURER JIMMY MANSON at the Old Court House, 15 St.Paul, Knowlton at 1 p.m.Topic: Pride and Perseverance: Eastern Townships’ Schools During the Early Twentieth Century.Info: 450-243-6782.Manoir Lac Brome CHRISTMAS CRAFT SALE, 28 Mt.Echo, Knowlton, 9:30 a.m.to 4 p.m.Local artisans from surrounding area.Info: 450-242-4663.Royal Canadian Legion, Cowansville FUNDRAISER DANCE at 120 Davignon St„ 8 p.m.Admission: $5 and a non-perishable donation.Orchestra: South Street Band.Door prizes.All profits towards the needy of Cowansville at Christmas.Royal Canadian Legion FLEA MARKET at 120 Davignon St.Cowansville, 8 a.m.to 2 p.m.Table rentals: $10 each.Reservations: 450-263-3543.Foyer Sutton CHRISTMAS TEA.Arts, crafts and bake sale, starting at 10 a.m.Sandwiches, desserts, tea or coffee ($4), 12:30 to 3 p.m.Nov.30 Royal Canadian Legion BREAKFAST at 120 Davignon St., Cowansville, 10 a.m.to 1 p.m.Info: 450-263-3543.Dec.1 Canadian Club of the Yamaska Valley CHRISTMAS RECEPTION at Auberge West Brome, 2 p.m.Entertainment with The Georgeville Occasional Choir, accompanied by Evie Johnston-Main on keyboard with Sarah Hoblyn directing.Special refreshments supplied by executive and committee members.Organized by Gladys Dustin.$10 for non-members.Dec.6 Fifth annual LOST ANGELS CHRISTMAS SALE & Attic Treasures at United Church, 203 Main St., Cowansville, 9 a.m.to 4 p.m.Proceeds from table rentals to The Missing Children’s Network of Canada.Info: Sharon, 450-263H962.Lunch available.Missisquoi Museum Boutique OPEN HOUSE AND BAKE SALE, 2 River St., Stan-bridge East, 9 a.m.to 3 p.m.Organized by Sew & So Stitchers.Proceeds to Missisquoi Historical Society.Info: 450-248-3153.PRRP Abercorn CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE, 11 Church St.W., Abercorn, 9 a.m.to 4 p.m.One-of-a-kind crafts, quilts, knitted articles, antique dishes, recycled items, books and Grammas’ Corner filled with lace, doilies, table cloth & linens.Live music, raffle plus coffee and snacks compliments of the volunteers.All profits to local food banks, hospital, youth centres, etc_ Knowlton House Annual CHRISTMAS SALE, 401 Knowlton Rd„ 9 a.m.to 2 p.m.HAM DINNER at Bishop Stewart Memorial Church Hall, Garagona Rd., Frelighsburg, noon.Door prizes and sales table.Info: 450-295-2201/298-5377.Dec.7 Sutton FOOD BANK CHRISTMAS BASKETS.Knights of Columbus will be going door to door to pick up non-perishable food for needy families in Sutton and Abercorn area.Please have food ready.The John Sleeth Centre also open to receive food, Dec.8 to 12, noon to 4 p.m.Christmas Baskets available Dec.13,10 a.m.to 1 p.m.at 7 Academy St., Sutton.Anyone who qualifies and is in need of food baskets contact 450-538-1919 or 538-1754 as soon as possible.Dec.31 Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77, 77 Lewis St., Waterloo NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE, 9 p.m.to 1 a.m.A lunch at midnight.Noise-makers, hats and a lot of fun! Music by Gary Darling.Admission: $15.Tickets in advance only.To be picked up by Dec.15.Info: 450-539-1198, 539-0005, 539-3436.Arts Calendar Nov.27 to 30 Last chance to see OLIVER!, with book, music and lyrics by Lionel Bart, adapted from Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist.Directed by Doug Hooper with musical direction by Susan Reininger.Final shows at Arts Knowlton, Thursday to Saturday, 8 p.m., matinees Saturday & Sunday, 2 p.m.Tickets: $15 regular, $8 children 12 and under.A one-night-only performance of Oliver! at Massey-Vanier High School, Cowansville, Dec.5, 8 p.m.Tickets, $10, regular, $5 children 12 and under.Info/Reservations: 450-539-3604, stonedale@sympatico.ca Dec, 6& 7 CHORALE POT POURRI CHOIR, directed by Susan Reininger and accompanied by harpist Stacey Loewen, presents two Christmas concerts.Saturday, 8 p.m.Emmanuel United Church, 203 Principale, Cowansville.Sunday, 3 p.m.St.Thomas-Apotre Catholic Church, rue Cameron, South Bolton.Tickets: $10 at the door, or at Brome Lake Books, Knowlton; The Booknook, Sutton (across from Post Office); Reilly House, 302 Principale, Mansonville; Post Office Mansonville.Proceeds to benefit victims of HIV/AIDS.Info: 450-263-5068.Dec.14 Knowlton Harmony Band CHRISTMAS CONCERT at Knowlton United Church, 2 p.m.Admission is free.Church Services KNOWLTON/CREEK PASTORAL CHARGE: Worship and song by members assisted by Rev.Dale Skinner.Creek United, Foster, 9:30 a.m.Sunday school at Creek.Knowlton United, Knowlton, 11 a.m.(Handicap access).PARISH OF BROME: Anglican worship service on the fifth Sunday: 9 a.m.Morning Prayer, Church of the Ascension, West Brome; Morning Prayer, St.John the Evangelist, Brome Village, 2:30, Holy Communion; Holy Communion or Morning Prayer, Holy Trinity, Iron Hill, 11 a.m; Combined Holy Communion, St.Aidan’s, Sutton Junction at St.John the Evangelist, on Nov.30 only for Baptism.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 8; 10 a.m.Sunday school and nursery, 10 a.m.COWANSVILLE AREA PASTORAL CHARGE UNITED CHURCH: Worship and Sunday school at Emmanuel United Church, 203 rue Principale, Cowansville at 10:30 a.m.Rev.Wendy MacLean Rennie officiating.Choir practice, 9:30 a.m.TRINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH, COWANSVILLE: Come and join us for Sunday worship.We have a traditional service at 9 a.m.and a family Service, with music and Sunday school, at 10:30 a.m.Info: 450-263-2662.WATERLOO ST.PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH, WATERLOO: Nov.30, NO SERVICE.Beginning Dec.7, worship will be at 9:30 a.m.; Dec.14, annual White Gift Service at 4 p.m.— no morning service; Christmas Eve service at 9:30 p.m.Dec.28, NO SERVICE.N.V.P.Zone Team Ministers, Rev.Susan Tilleman & Rev.David Lambie.Info: 450-539-2129.ANGLICAN PARISH OF BEDFORD/ PHILIPSBURG & FARNHAM: Sunday services: Philipsburg & Farnham, 9:30 a.m.; Bedford, 11 a.m.Fr.Brian A.Evans, Rector.I was a stranger and you welcomed me.(Matt.25:35).BEDFORD UNITED CHURCH PASTORAL CHARGE: Services: Stanbridge East, 9:30 a.m., Wesley Church, Bedford, 11 a.m., Mystic, 12:30, Sunday school at Stanbridge East and Bedford.Minister Rev.Malcolm Cogswell.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, 11:15 a.m.BAPTIST CHURCHES: Sunday services: Mansonville Baptist, 9:30 a.m.; Olivet Baptist, Sutton, 11 a.m.Church Services ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS.If you wish to drink and can, that’s your business.If you wish to stop and can’t, that’s our business.Info: 450-242-2611.Do you wish you could speak French?Improve your chances for employment.FREE full-time INTENSIVE FRENCH TRAINING starting soon in Cowansville, in partnership with Emploi Quebec.Info: Joan Treacy, 450-263-3775.JRD JOLY RIENDEAU & DUKE CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS Taxation, Accounting, Financial Services, Estate Planning and Settlement, 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L.P.Canadian Publications Mail Service Product Agreement No.0479675.Member ABC, CARD, CNA, QCNA '?rTu'* .ni -¦¦¦¦I'—St WH ; V'i Ç r1 i f l #• ( .*«**• i f I- U HUILE A CHAUFFAGE HEATING OIL GAZ - DIESEL LUBRIFIANTS • LUBRICANTS ¥ Produits Pétroliers LAVIGNE Knowlton Rd Dec.5-8 pm • Massey-Vanier High Schoo Tel: (450) 539-3604 in partnership with Towushipi»ers Brome County News Wednesday, November 26, 2003 page 3 Churches face challenges through seminar By Wendy Denman Record Correspondent The Small Church Challenge seminar, conceived as a way to build a team within local parishes in order to broaden their base of support, was held at Auberge West Brome last Saturday Dr.Anthony Pappas, a Baptist minister from Massachusetts and expert on problems facing small congregations, was the featured speaker during the day-long event.Members from Anglican churches in Brome, West Brome, Sutton Junction and Iron Hill were on hand.“It was a really good day.Sixty or so members of the parish showed up.” said Rev.Rick Gariepy of the Anglican Parish of Brome.“Tony Pappas was down to earth.He told a lot of stories.He pointed out that the small church is really tire norm within Christianity.That it has a lot of advantages, including the chance to minister to one another.He also pointed out that there was help for the small churches if they knew where to look, and a chance to grow if they broadened their base.“His message was quite simple, but that’s what I asked him for.The whole idea was to get people thinking, we wanted this to be conscious raising, to show that we have options available to us.” The seminar was organized by the Friends of Brome Parish, a group started this past summer by Gariepy to address some of the options facing local Anglican churches.“We set the group up as a think tank,” said Gariepy.“This is a crucial time for Brome Parish, and we used our meetings to kick around leas and options.The seminar was a spin-off.“We have to get a new perspective on who we are: We have to be revitalized or our congregations will continue to die a slow death.Gariepy said many of the wardens participated, noting they Hill now bring the ideas back to the churches for discussion.“I know of at least one couple who were ready to quit, and had their hope raised through the seminar,” he said.“We want to give people hope” DAVID ANDERSON/SPECLU Alton Smith (left to right) Sonia Smith, Lydia SzosTak, Rev.Rick Gariepy and Bob Seymour were all on hand for last Saturday’s Small Church Challenge seminar CJE gets youths working Staff Approximately 100 youths and community representatives gathered in Granby last Wednesday to recognize the efforts of Carrefour Jeunesse Emploi (CJE), an organization dedicated to helping young people find work.CJE heads up a number of programs, all aimed at helping young people (aged 16 to 35), get into the workforce.For some that means getting access to specialized training.For others it might mean help preparing a resume, an interview or just figuring out what you want to do.For francophone Cynthia Berard, CJE set her up with intensive English courses, 30 hours a week for 10 weeks.That has since led to a job at an immigration firm in Bromont, where she puts those skills to the test daily.She was one of several youths who spoke of the success they are enjoying now because of the CJE’s services.For more information of CJE and its programs, visit www.passage.qc.ca, or call 450-776-7700 in Granby (108 St-Jacques St.), 450-266-1635 in Cowansville (221 Sud), or toll-free at 1-877-CJE-1635.?*?* HOW IS YOUR MOTHER?* £ Show her that you care! * ?* ?Let us call her twice daily at the times of ?* her choice, to confirm that she is OK.* * An ideal Christmas Gift.* ?* Subscribe today * * S18 per month * ; stars : * WE WATCH OUT FOR YOU! s * * It could make a big difference.- * * 819-347-1250to// free 866-805-3150 ?book, music & lyrics by Lionel Bart “Oliver! is a crowd pleaser.It features '¦ some outstanding talent.Felix Neron is an appealing Oliver.Hallie Seline is perfect as the Artful Dodger'.Bob Hennessy is good as Fagin.Lynne Hamilton (Nancy) is simply stunning.It is great community theatre.” - The Sherbrooke Record Thurs.-Fri.-Sat.8 p.m.• Sat.-Sun.2 p.m.Tickets: $15 • Children: $8 Tickets: $12 • Children: $5 November 27 to 30 • Arts Knowlton Sunshine Theatre Productions page 4 Wednesday, November 26, 2003 Brome County News The wind in the willows.and cedars and pines A relative in the north country, a few decades back, decided upon an ambitious plan for renewal.Instead of attempting to repair a seriously listing old outbuilding, he would tear it down and replace it with a large new structure incorporating a garage, workshop and equipment storage area.In keeping with his modernization theme, the roof would not be sodded, thatched, or cedar shingled.Instead, he’d use a new light-weight shiny metal called aluminum, which the Brits still can’t pronounce properly.It would be expensive to be sure, but the product was guaranteed never to rust or need painting, and would last indefinitely.While it wasn’t a widely-held philosophy in the community at the time, he allowed that in some instances you do indeed get what you pay for.Unfortunately, in the case of his aluminum roofing, he got about half of what he paid for, courtesy of a combination of factors beyond his control.First, what was planned as a late summer start got put off until late autumn.Secondly, he was away on the day the new roofing was delivered, and the novice truck driver from the building supplies store didn’t trust the temporary access to the new structure, across a soggy sodden lower yard recently anointed by heavy rains with a topping of wet snow.As an option, he deposited the load, a few dozen three-by-10 foot ribbed sheets of factory-fresh aluminum, beside the driveway of another absent relative just up the road at the top of the hill with a fine panoramic view.Thirdly, just after the unloading (oops, better make that ‘down-’ or ‘offloading to conform to computer-era terminology), the strongest windstorm of the season kicked in.To his credit, the young driver, in anticipation of same, had placed large rocks atop the pile of metal sheets.However, the gathering storm exceeded expectations and, as things turned out, the rocks weren’t large enough.In the morning, the view from the hilltop had a distinctly new feature.Unlike our recent multi-day mid-November blow, the high winds on that occasion faded out in less than 12 hours, but the damage had been done.Scattered about to the far end of the valley below were splotches of bright shiny material, like the shredded foil wrapping from some gigantic candy bar tossed carelessly to the ground.All available hands were pressed into service.After gathering the sheets that had landed nearby, some virtually unscathed, we headed out in pick-up trucks and on hay wagons to fetch back what we could of the rest.One neighbour hitched up an empty manure spreader to his tractor, volunteering to seek out those pieces tossed furthest from any road.Remarkably, some said miraculously, no man or beast was injured by the flying, sharp-edged metal.As well, no vehicle or building seemed to have been struck, another lucky break.Insurance companies might claim that airborne metal sheets are more an act of neglect or carelessness than an act c ;'God.When the ejecting hat, been completed, the sheets were sorted into three piles: good as new, damaged but usable, and battered beyond repair.Attempts were made to straighten some seriously bent and crimped sheets, but without much success.Anyone who has tried to bang out dents in a car door or fender knows it’s difficult to return deformed metal to its original shape.That long-ago experience comes to mind whenever we work with large-sur- faced materials that tend to catch a lot of air.Recently, I assisted a neighbour with a potentially problematic winterizing task: Enclosing the old-style wraparound balcony on is 120-year-old house with clear six-mil plastic.We would, for starters, need Mother Nature’s co-operation.The day before, the recent blizzard offered a window of opportunity.Morning broke cloudy, but calm.We gathered tools and materials, pretty low-tech stuff, then began unrolling the 10-by-100 foot sheet.If the wind held off until evening, as predicted by the third guesser at the weather office, we’d be OK.Typically, as we began hoisting the plastic into place, one end filled like a sail.A few gusts from the west rattled through the old cedar hedge.Then a breeze from the south slid low through the willows along the inlet.Directly, though, it swung around to the east, from where it deflected harmlessly up the ridge into the tall pines.Motivated by what we knew was coming, we hurried to get the plastic barrier in place and secured.With a few hasty adjustments in the first hours of the storm, the thin shield held.As of last check, it’s still there.The hope is there won’t be a more severe test of its durability.The Country Squire Brian Eddington Canadian Club’s Xmas reception _ ART ^POSITION Hi* MAKOir'' brome Saluting our Friends Sarah Hoblyn with her expertise as performer and teacher will direct the singers with their varied repertoire.Once again, Gladys Dustin has organized special refreshments which will be supplied by the Executive and Committee members.Admission is $10 for non-members.ADVERTORIAL Two residents of Manoir Lac Brome involved in the upcoming Craft Sale November 29th, 9:30 to 4 p.m., at the residence.Mr.and Mrs, Robert Robinson recently moved to the Manoir from Enosburg Falls.Staff The Canadian Club of the Yamaska WHETHER YOU ARE A LARGE CORPORATION OR SELFEMPLOYED, WE CAN OFFER YOU A COMPLETE RANGE OF SOLUTIONS.Valley will meet Dec.1, 2 p.m.at The Auberge West Brome for their annual Christmas reception.Entertainment will be supplied by The Georgeville Occasional Choir.In Store S Solutions for your equipment needs and customer support.Networking Information technology and business management solutions.Visit our sales and service centre at 127 Principale street in Cowansville.Cobi informatique inc.(450) 266-2420 ¦M Brief Blood donor clinics • Nov.27: 10:30 a.m.to 8 p.m.Hosted by the Cowansville Correc- j tional Service at Le Domaine du Parc, 175 Principale St„ Cowansville.Objective: 210 donors.Nov.28: 10 a.m.to 4 p.m.Objective: 90 donors, j • Dec.2 & 3:9:30 a.m.to 8:30 p.m.Hosted by Granby Public Security at Le Chalet des Patineurs du Parc ! Daniel Johnson, 230 Drummond St., j Granby.Objective: 325 donors.attention déficit! • hyperactivity • autism learning disabilities • behaviour issues motor V sensory difficulties Caroline hui, erg.pediatric occupational therapist 27 Rock Hill Knowlton, Qc JOE-1 VO t.(450) 242-2816 f (450) 242-2331 ¦ Brome County News Wednesday, November 26, 2003 page 5 Students get dirty in the name of learning By Murielle Parkes Record Correspondent Last Thursday’s field trip to the Ruiter Valley Land Trust (RVLT) by 34 Grade 5 and 6 students from École le Baluchon and the Mansonville Elementary School was a testimony to the value of experiential education.Widely known for its crusade to preserve large tracts of land in perpetuity, the trust also promotes educational initiatives.In this case, the event celebrated the completion of two nature interpretation panels, each describing in pictures and text the habitat and life cycle of a threatened species of salamander.Checking out the newly installed signs turned out to be an unexpected adventure.Indeed, rains and melting snow made rubber boots and piggyback rides across a temporary moat a fun order of the day.Early October, each class, guided by biologists Clément Robidoux and Emily Tec-tor, individually met at the edge of a brook on the RVLT trail network.There, they were introduced to the wetlands and to two special residents: The Spring Salamander and the Northern Dusky Salamander, commonly found in the region, but rare elsewhere.It was an opportunity for the students to see, understand and take stock of their immediate environment, said Joëlle Gan-guillet, RVLT education project manager who co-ordinated the project.The educational program also involved Sylvia McKergow and Alexandra Bruneau, the two Cycle 3 teachers at the English and French schools respectively.“It was a great opportunity for the two schools to cooperate,” said McKergow.For her, working together had created more of a school community.It was also an important cross-curricular learning experience which brought together language arts, math, science, research and team work.Students from each of the two schools — Xavier Nadeau and Caroline Bedard from the French school and Joshua Col-gan, Chelsea Jones and Rodney Lace from the English school — described their findings and also their feelings about what the project had meant to them.“It was the most extraordinary project we’ve ever done,” said Joshua, a Grade 6 student at Mansonville Elementary.“Especially, the on-site part.” Tector, who worked mostly with the English kids, expressed similar sentiments.The students learned about life in the wetlands, including a variety of aquatic plants and animal species, she explained.“It was a great experience done with such enthusiasm.The students cooperated so well.We’re extremely proud of them.” The project will continue with students designing their own Web page.A hyperlink will connect them to the land trust’s Web site at www.valleeruiter.org.An English translation is in process.Service of lessons, carols Staff The Season of Advent will begin with a service of lessons and carols for the Anglican Parish of Dunham and Frelighsburg on Nov.30,4 p.m.at All Saints’ Church in Dunham.The service will include both Advent and Christmas music interspersed with the story of the birth of Jesus.Children from the Sunday school will also present a Christmas play.Visitors are asked to bring a non-perishable food item for the local food bank.The free-will offering will also go towards the purchase of food items.Refreshments will be served in the parish hall following the service.Everyone is most welcome to attend.Brief Arts Sutton group exhibit Staff Arts Sutton will present a new exhibition featuring 40 artists B and artisans Bj from the Sutton H area from Dec.H 13 to Jan.4.The exhibit E| will be open H every weekend H from noon to 7 H p.m.The artists H will be on hand H for a vernissage Jra on Dec.13 from kji 5 to 7 p.m.at H Alto Porto 555 Real St., Val Sutton.For directions or more information, call 450-538-8181.?STONEY CREEK KENNEL OPEN HOUSE Nov.29th, 30th 12:00 to 4:00 RAND We have heated floors and pickup service Grooming and Boarding 107 Bailey Road, West Bolton (450) 243-5405 => ?=> ,r à*?¦N C *¦ V I:,'*.',*- yf'- mw % >