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Brome County NEW S Tuesday, December 16, 2008 LAC BROME 461 Knowlton Rd.8 a.m.to9p.m.Michel Ginette Magog 231 Sherbrooke St.Famham 999 Principale St.E.Community backs International School at St-Edouard ECOLE «WTS«m*vi*Nai, iAtrST eoouahd Jessica Brown BCN Correspondent ¦ ¦ Jie entire school gathered in the gymnasium of St-Edouard school on December 10th.Spe-JL cial guests for the occasion included newly re-elected Liberal MNA Pierre Paradis, the Mayor of Brome Lake, Richard Wisdom, along with the hard-working financing committee.Everyone was there to pat themselves and the community on the back for a job well done.In less than 6 months, the International School project has raised more than $35,000.“It’s fun to see our community really coming together for this project.” said co-ordinator, Sylvie Frechette.“We got a big donation from an 81 year old woman in the town who said she would give as long as she was healthy to do so.It was touching.” The International School project has also received the approval of the town and now, it seems, from the province as well.Mr.Paradis was enthusiastic about supporting it.“The government has no choice.When the community, the town, and the parents get together for an educational project that aims at all linguistic groups and includes everyone, we have no choice but to contribute.We want to and we will.I’ll make sure of that.” The Town of Brome lake has also jumped on-board the project.“We want to thank Councillor, Alan Gauthier, for being so instrumental in helping us in getting funding from the town.” said Frechette.Gauthier championed the project from the beginning.“This is exactly the kind of incentive families need in order for them to choose to move and live in the Town of Brome Lake.” he said.“We need to support projects like this.” The Town has pledged $10,000 this year and next.The project is directly in line with the new Family Policy plan that the town has unveiled trying to increase the number of young families in the TBL.“It’s very, very interest- ing.” said Mayor Wisdom.The school has also received funding from the Pacte Rural thanks in part to the town’s support.The International School program is in the implementation phase at the school.All 8 teachers have made the commitment to learn the program in order to be able to teach the children starting in Septem- PHOTOS BY JESSICA BROWN (left to right) back row: Sylvie Frechette (orange shirt), Pierre Paradis, Natasha Gosselin, Mayor Richard Wisdom, Marianne Lalonde, David Lalonde, Louis Lalonde, Patrick Ouvrard, Samuel Ouvrard.front row: Flavi Debarsalou, Catrine Barnes, Sara Girard, Spencer Beaulne, lan Zentner.ber, 2009.They will have 2-3 training sessions per year which are very intense, following the International Baccalaureate program.The program is very community oriented and project based.Students will research projects and be able to do comparisons with how they live and how people live elsewhere around the world.There is also an initiation to a third language.For those who believe the International program is too strenuous for their children, Frechette says she too was concerned.“As the speech therapist here at the school, I was worried for my students, the ones who have difficulties.But when I visited other International Schools I saw for myself how happy and really motivated all the children were.No matter what the children’s learning abilities, they can follow this program.” She says the first year for anglo students is always the most challenging but just by being immersed in the language they are almost bilingual by Christmas time.“We adapt to their capacities.No child is excluded.” The cost to train teachers, the materials needed, software and books is about $30,000 a year.Because St-Edouard is a public school they can’t force parents to pay.They hope parents who can afford to will contribute, and many have, as have family members, business members and the community.They hope the interest generated by the enriched program will mean St-Edouard will keep up its population and even grow in the coming years.i Pierre Marziaii Pharmacist Familiprix pierre.marziali@familiprix.com Honrs: Mon.-Wed.9-8 p.m.Thurs.& Fri.9-9 p.m.Sat.9-5 p.m.L 408 South St., Cowansville V 268-2171 Contractor UCINtt IN} mi-Wt-H V" • Machinery work • Hydraulic hammer (rock breaker) | • Private roads • Land shaping • Drainage • Artificial lakes/ponds • Septic systems v • Demolition - Foundation w \ • Topsoil - Aggregate rVALLIÈRESw\’ Sand «Gravel ¦ FKkbtone ROCH ^^450) 242-2544 n Mountain View Farm V Johnny C's Sleigh rides/Hay rides Caleche service for weddings , ch.Glen, Bolton-Oiest sa; Reservations I5().5.‘18.778ti Beer, Whiskey, Wings Mini Meals, Pool, Jukebox & Croat Service 3\___________ 51 Lakeside, Knowlton page 2 Tuesday, December 16, 2008 Brome County News Brome County Community Calendar Community Calendar Dec.10 -14 Fresh local Christmas trees to benefit Massey Vanier High School.$30.Each.Various sizes.Available at F.G.Edwards store, West Brome (during business hours) or 320 Albert St., Cowansville .(Dec.10, 11, 12: 4:30-8:00 p.m., Dec.13, 14: 10a.m.-5 p.m.) Information: 450-263-3772 ext: 438 Dec.20 Mansonville.Last chance Christmas Bake Sale.Top up at Mansonville Baptist Church on Saturday, December 20th from 9:00 to 2:00.Soup lunch available.Mental Health & Well-being support Group Meetings held at United Church, 234 Knowlton Road, Knowlton, from 2 p.m.Having difficulty coping?Not sure how to support someone suffering from mental illness?Or maybe you just want to be more informed?Info: 450-243-0928 or pleasantvalley@s3nnpatic0.ca.Christmas Concert on Saturday, December 20th at 3:00 p.m.featuring Stephanie Piercey (soprano) and Shawne Elizabeth (soprano), accompanied by Jean-Jacques Beauchamps (piano) and Jean-Denis Dubuc (saxophone).Limited seating (75).Tickets: $20.00 Reservations: 450-292-3061.Proceeds to the Mansonville food bank, at St.Patrick Anglican Church, 854 Rte.245, Bolton Centre.CHRISTMAS PARTY.SUNDAY.DEC.21st at the AUSTIN TOWN HALL, 2-6 pm.Music: Bobbi Dee, Dale and David Bessant and Friends.Donation: $10.00 includes party food and a chance to win games and prizes.Everyone Welcome!!!! If you’re able, please bring a small gift to exchange and/or your favorite Christmas food dish.Hosted by A Salute to Quebec Seniors! All you can eat breakfast at Sutton Legion, 2 Curley St.Adults $6:00, chil- dren $3.00.There is still time to rent the Legion Hall for the holidays, info 450-538-2210.Jan.10 Loisirs of Foster Community Registration.The outdoor kids hockey program in Foster is back.: 11:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m., Saturday, January 10th, Ovide Da-genais Hall, 25 Taylor street, Foster (Skating rink).Hockey program:6 weeks, 4yrs-13yrs, Sunday afternoons.$12.00.Free coffee & hot chocolate.Jan 10th-Registration for Zenchido-non combative Karate on Wednesday evenings, 10 wks-8 yrs 8r older.$40.00 Registration: NEW- “Tumblin’ Tigers fun & fitness” program: Saturday rnorn-ings-children 3-6 years, 10 wks: $40.00 info: Heather 450-539-0866.Dec.31 New year’s Eve party to benefit Knowlton Academy Reading Program.Dec.31st, 2008, 8:00 p.m., Oddfellow’s hall, 476 Knowlton Rd., Knowlton.Dance, Buffet, Midnight Cheer.Bands: S&M Connection, Sharp Dressed Men.Sponsored by Ding’s Garage.$20/00/sin-gle, $30./couple.Tickets available at Ding’s Garage, 510 Knowlton Rd.By reservation: 450-243-6731, 450-243-0001.Last minute tickets available at the door.New Year’s Eve Dance at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch # 77, 77 Lewis Street, Waterloo, on Wednesday, December 31st from 9:00 p.m to 1:30 a.m.Hot & cold buffet.$16./ea.(18 and older) Reservations: 450-539-0005 or 450-539-1230 (Tina).New Years Eve Banquet, Royal Canadian Legion Br.99- 120 Davignon Cowansville, QC Orchestra: Smokin’ County: Music from 8.30 p.m.-12.30 a.m.Lunch at midnight; $20.00.(450) 263-3543 Arts Calendar Church Services KNOWLTON - CREEK PAST.CHARGE.Worship 8; Song.Creek United, West Bolton, 9:30 a.m., Knowlton United, Knowlton (handicap access) 11:00 a.m.EMMANUEL UNITED CHURCH “A generous community, with a call to serve.” 203, rue Principale, Cowansville.(450) 263-0204.Sunday, December 21st, 10:30 a.m.worship service and communion.3:00-4:00 p.m.Light in the Shadows: A Time Set Apart for Healing.In the darkest time of the year, when the days are short, Christmas can seem like a lot of noise and bother.Take some time for stillness, song, wonder and prayer.Let the memories that linger in the shadows of aching hearts, find hope and healing.All are welcome - those with faith and those with no faith.Special musical guest: Sarah Biggs.ST.PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH 24 St.Paul’s Road, Knowlton.A group of ordinary people seeking to follow Jesus in Traditional, Contemporary and Modern ways.8:00 a.m.- Said Book of Common Prayer Worship.10:00 a.m.-User-friendly “Blended” Service with Traditional, Contemporary and Modern music and format.Sunday School.For more info: 450-242-2885 The Rev.Tim and the congregation look forward to welcoming you.ALL SAINTS ANGLICAN CHURCH DUNHAM.Sunday Services and Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.- all welcome! The Rev.Sinpoh Han.Information: 450-266-0392 ANGLICAN PARISH OF BROME Sunday, Dec.21st - Service will be at Church of the Ascension, West Brome.Lessons and Carols.SAINT-EDOUARD CATH.CHURCH 366 Knowlton Rd., Knowlton, Sunday Mass: 10:30 a.m.(Bilingual).December 21st, will be in Bedford for joint Carols Farnham and Philpsburg at 11:00 p.m.with Rev.Sparling.GRANBY UNITED CHURCH Where God Unites all Children.Be a part of the family.Down to earth spirituality.Spiritual development for all ages.Sunday Services 11 a.m.at 101 rue Principale, Granby.Info: 450-372-1417.Rev.Eric Lukacs.All Services at 11 a.m.Blue Christmas Service - Friday, December 19th at 7:00 p.m.Christmas Eve Service - Abbotsford 4:00 p.m.and Granby 9:00 p.m.December 28th - no service.BEDFORD UNTIED CHURCH PASTORAL CHARGE Dec 21st Mystic 10:00 a.m.Philipsburg Candlelight and Carol service 7:00 p.m.Dec 23rd Stanbridge East Candlelight and Carol service 7:30 p.m.Dec 24th Bedford candlelight and Carol Service 7:00 p.m.Dec 28th no service 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.Midweek youth group and Bible Study.Tel: 450-538-5225.Waterloo, ST.PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH 4929 rue Foster, Waterloo.Sunday service at 10 a.m.Rev.David Lambic, Minister.For messages or information, call 450-539-2129.CORNERSTONE CHURCH OF BEDFORD We warmly welcome everyone to come and worship with us every Sunday at 10:00 a.m.and Friday at 7:00 p.m.We are located at 6 Massicotte, Bedford.Information: Pastor Paul Gibson: 1-514- 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 5 Victoria St„ Knowlton, QC JOE 1V0, email: bcnnews@qc.aibn.com, or fax: (450) 243-5155.Visa and Mastercard accepted.Knowlton Players present a Christmas Coffee House, Saturday Dec.20th at the Knowlton United Church Basement.An evening of Christmas Cheer for the whole family.Free Admission.Donations are accepted and a box for the food bank will be available.Doors open at 6:30 p.m.Come and share our Christmas memories and create one of your own! Information: Darleen 450 243-5868.TRINnY ANGLICAN CHURCH 409 South St., Cowansville.Join us for Sunday Worship.One service only at 11 a.m.every Sunday.Info: 450-263-2662.DUNHAM PASTORAL CHARGE SUTTON - A warm welcome awaits you at the Sunday Worship Services at Dunham United Church at 9:15 a.m.and at Calvary United Church, Sutton, at 11:15 a.m.ANGLICAN PARISH OF BEDFORD-PHUJPSBURG & FARNHAM Members of the Borders Regional Ministry.Sunday services for Sunday, 667-2292 or 450-296-4135 ST.PATRICK’S CHURCH Christmas Eve, 2008, December 24th.PARISH OF MANSONVILLE AND THE BOLTONS - St.Patrick's Church (Anglican), Bolton Centre advertized a service for 6:00 p.m.in ‘Tempo’.This service has been cancelled.Instead the Christmas Eve Service (Holy Communion) for the parish will be at 6:00 p.m.(instead of 8:00 p.m.) at St.Paul’s (Anglican) in Mansonville.All welcome - Come and Celebrate the Birth of Jesus.Brome County NEWS 5 Victoria Sr.Knowlton, Quebec, JOE 1 VO Tel: (450) 2421188/242-6892 Fax: (450) 243-5155 Established May 1991 Published weekly by RECORD 1195 Galt F_ Sherbrooke, Quebec, JIG 1Y7 fax: (819) 569-3945 E-Mail: newsroom@sherbrookerecord .com website: www.sherbrookerecord.com Kenneth Wells Publisher.800 463-9525 Jen Young Edttor.(819) 5696345 Joe Strizzi Corresp.Editor.(819) 5696345 Diana Simpson Secretary .(450) 242-1188 Lynda bellavanœ Advertising.(450) 2426892 Michel Duval Advertising .800463-9525 CIRCULATION Distributed to a 11 Record subscribers every Wednesday as an insert, and to households and businesses in Abercorn, Bedford, Brigham, Brome, Bromont, Cowansville, East Farnham, Foster, Fulford, Knowlton (Brome Lake), Sutton, Bolton Centre, West Brome.The Record was founded on February 7, 1897, and acquired the Sherbrooke Examiner (est.1879) in 1905 and the Sherbrooke Gazette (est.1837) in 1908.The Record is published by Alta Newspaper Group Limited Partnership.Canadian Publications Mail Service Product Agreement No.0479675.Member ABC, CARD, CNA, QCNA 'W www.epilepsy.ca 7tiOftfftil.Taxation, Accounting, Financial Services, Estate Planning and Settlement, Farm Transfers Cowansville Sherbrooke 127 Principale, Suite 105 3490 Galt West Cowansville Sherbrooke (450) 263-4123 (819) 566-2575 KNOWLEDGE AND KNOW-HOW.JRD JOLYRIENDEAU&DUKEca Tuesday, December 16, 2008 page 3 ¦ Brome County News Tempo turns 25 Jessica Brown BCN Correspondent Before there was a Brome County News, there was a little local paper called Tempo.A handful of volunteers felt their local views and news were not being expressed and they took it upon themselves to start a magazine style paper that is still going strong today.Dozens of people attended Tempo’s 25th anniversary party at the Centre Lac Brome on December 4th.The variety of ages and faces was a wonderful tribute to what a dedicated group of volunteers can accomplish with few resources and lots of determination.The paper began thanks in part to a donation from the Knowlton Lion’s Club, which also believed in the cause.Said Claire Kerrigan, one of the stalwarts of the paper, “We were able to pay them back in just a few months with the money we made in advertis- ing.” Thanks to the strong community support, Tempo rarely goes looking for advertisers.Kerrigan made a point of thanking three local businesses who’ve advertised faithfully in every monthly edition since the beginning; Camlen, The Shack and Marcel Dussault.Today the paper continues to operate with a group of faithful volunteers who get together to discuss the issues affecting the Town of Brome Lake and bring them to light.Somewhere along the way, editorials had to be written as a group effort because of the thin skins at town hall.Never the less, they continue to question decisions made by council and force residents to think about the real issues going on in the community.Some of the volunteers have passed on since the beginning of Tempo, but many more are still going strong with new volunteers joining the team every year.Happy Birthday gang! At least 25 more years to come.1 1 Sfi* mi 8m JESSICA BROWN Slideshow presentation part of Tempo's 25th anniversary party.Retirement living in Knowlton New year’s celebration all jazzed up Wendy Denman Brome County News Correspondent New Year’s Eve partygoers with a taste for gourmet food and the cool sounds of jazz will want to check out Auberge Quilliams’ special for December 31st.“Beavan Flanagan and his jazz combo will play throughout the evening beginning with cocktails at 7 p.m.and well into the New Year,” said Christine Paquette, at Auberge Quilliams.“We’re delighted to be featuring local talent during this important event.” Flanagan drew the attention of audiences at the Sutton Jazz Festival a couple of years ago.He played at the opening of this year’s Jazz Fest during Townshippers Day in Sutton and performs often at Knowlton’s Cafe Inn on solo jazz piano and alongside Stanley Lake and his combo.“It’s a real pleasure to play with young, truly talented musicians like Beavan, “ said Lake, festival organizer and veteran musician.“It’s really important for us as older musicians to encourage the up and coming generation, particularly those like Beavan who compose as well as play.” On New Year’s Eve, Flanagan will play piano and sing with Nicolas Godmaire on guitar and Kathryn Palunbo on upright base.“We all go to McGill, and got together as a combo as part of our courses in music, it’s important for the program to play in groups,” said Flanagan.“We rehearse once a week and play quite often in the city, usually at the Upstairs Jazz Bar.New Year’s Eve we’ll be playing the jazz standards and classics.” Flanagan, 21, is in his second year at the University’s Faculty of Music.“I started off in the Department of Performance but have switched over to more courses in composition and theory.I really enjoy composing music and played some of my own pieces at the Sutton Jazz Festival, but on New Year’s Eve we’ll stick with the well known, including songs people can dance to.” Flanagan moved with his family to the Townships when he was seven.For many years his parents owned and operated Flanagan’s General Store in Knowlton, just selling the business earlier this month.“I went to Massey-Vanier on the French side.I took music there, it’s been part of my life for a long time,” said Flanagan.“And it looks like it will continue to be.“1 try to visit my parents most weekends.They live just outside Knowlton and it’s home.But more and more I seem to getting involved in the city and what’s happening in music here.” New Year’s Eve at Auberge Quilliams includes a cocktail and a seven-course gourmet dinner created by Executive Chef David Chantecaille.“It’s a special set menu for the evening.Many people are coming in groups, reserving tables for six or eight.It will be a very festive evening with special decorations and favours,” said Paquette.“So it’s really important to reserve.” Tickets for the event are $120 each, service included, but not taxes.For reservations call (450) 243-0404."A place to call home!" «Un endroit où il fait bon vivre» RÉSIDENCE POUR LES AÎNÉS/ RETIREMENT RESIDENCE with 24 hr.supervision Social activities to enjoy with a warm and caring personnel Soins 24h sur 24 Programme d’activités et un personnel chaleureux Physio services available & doctor on call 28 Mount Echo, Knowlton, Québec (450) 242-4663 E-mail: manoirlacbrome@bellnet.ca Web site: www.manoirlacbrome.com Rnidcnnpour Retraita da Starting December 19th to December 23rd, 2008 FOUR CHRISTMASES (Reese Witherspoon.Vince Vaughn) Comedy, PG, 1h28 Friday I9h00 Saturday—Tuesday 13h00 19h00 Closed December 24-25 bpwCEss TtlfflTffc TRANSPORTER 3 (Jason Statham.Katia Tchenko) Action, 13+Violence, 1h44 Friday 21h00 Saturday—Tuesday 15h00 21h00 Closed December 24-25 New! 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Student 5$ 141 Principale, Cowansville QC J2K 1J3 www.theatreprincess.com Tél.450-263-5900 Check out our new Digs!!! ¦— (Royal LePage building) We are very excited about our move December 10/08 After 1 8 years at 88A Lakeside we are moving up the road to #5 Victoria St.(corner of Lakeside) The BCN office - We look forward to receiving our clients in a newly renovated modern office.5 Victoria St., Knowlton • 450-242-1188 page 4 Tuesday, December 16, 2008 ¦ Brome County News Arthurian Mysticism, Stonehenge and Mansonville COURTESY GERARD LEDUC Leduc explaining the event just before sunrise.Alanna Fahey Brome County News Correspondent 4ie Potton Heritage Association will be making I its annual Winter Solstice trek just before sunrise on December 21st.The group will be JL.meeting at the Town Hall in Mansonville and members and non-members are welcome to join in the celebration.The winter solstice marks the shortest day of the year.When life was lived around the sunrise and sunset, the winter solstice was especially welcome as it brought the promise of longer days and the coveted light that brought respite to those beleaguered by long periods of darkness.“In Potton, we have the opportunity to have an archaeological site which was landscaped to observe, in ancient times, the winter solstice sunrise.We call it the White Site from the name of the family who first settled there in 1867,” explained Gerard Leduc, founder of the association, adding, “It consists of a vast man made terrace that was built on a hillside and enclosed by an elegant retaining stone wall.There are three aligned standing stones.One of these, about a meter above ground, displays two engraved straight markings, one pointing north-south, the other indicating the exact position of the winter solstice sunrise on the east horizon.” Leduc started the association in 1990.“It began with about 25 people who were keenly interested in our historical and archaeological heritage.We now have over 350 members, a membership which keeps its number year after year,” stated Leduc.There are many questions surrounding the White Site and much conjecture, like who built the site.“We don't know who built the site, but it is associated with the numerous ruins left by these clever stone builders who paid much attention to astronomical events they monitored with fixed markers.You know Stonehenge?The same principle here.To be connected with the cosmos as people were, can provide a great interior peace,” pondered Leduc.Stonehenge, the famous stone site in England has been the flame of many imaginations and theories of why it exists.One of the most interesting theories surrounding Stonehenge is rooted in Arthurian Legend.It was said that Merlin had the site moved from Ireland where it had been built by giants using African stone and he wanted it to stand in England.Of course, there are others who believe Stonehenge was the meeting place of ancient master Druids.tivities throughout the year, some are outdoors, other events, cultural in nature, take place in various locations throughout Mansonville.The Association is also involved with conserving local buildings of historical interest.Currently an initiative was taken to restore a 1912 round barn in Mansonville.The group played a part in the restoration of the covered bridge.“Last year the sunrise celebration attracted 30 enthusiasts.We met at 6:15 a.m.and trekked to the site to watch the sunrise at about 7:30 a.m.It is a great feeling to see this site coming alive again.We sense the presence of people who, in a distant past, placed stones in perfect alignment to mark the time of this magic moment of light on the winter solstice.Eons ago, it meant a rebirth of nature after months of increasing darkness,” explained Leduc.The Potton Heritage Association invites you to a light breakfast around 8 a.m.at the Mansonville Town Hall.Please call Edith Smeester at 450.292.0547 or Carol Bishop, 450-292-4844 to reserve your breakfast spot.Dress Warm.NOTICE TO ALL SUBSCRIBERS H A P P Y H 0 L 1 D A Y S HOLIDAY SCHEDULE December 8th to the 31st Due to the rush during this time year, should you be planning any changes to your subscription during this period (ex.: temporary stop, restart, address change, etc.please let us know at least one week prior to the date of the change.Thank you! ¦ O' > T H E « RECORD 819-569-9528 450-242-1188 accounting@videotron.ca The Potton Heritage Association has its offices in Reilly House in Mansonville and their Annual General Meetings takes place in the Mansonville Town Hall.There £re a number of ac- COURTESY The sunrise at the time it grazes the top of the stone marker, right in the groove that points to the azimuth of December 21st.PURCHASING IMMEDIATELY High value offered Canadian paintings Carmichael, Borduas, Carr, Cullen, Dallaire, Fortin, Franchère, Gagnon, Johnstone, Jackson, Krieghoff, Lemieux, McDonald, Morrice, Pellan, Pilot, Riopelle, Harris, Savage, Suzor-Côté, Lismer, Varley, Thomson.American & European Masters Complimentary verbal appraisal for the names mentionned above Galerie Claude Lafitte .since 1975 2160 Crescent st.Montréal lafitte1'» lafitte.com 514-842-1270 Cell: in the Eastern Townships: 514-208-2500 There’s one thing you can predict in life.MS makes life unpredictable.Multiple Sclerosis ï l W Society of Canada 1 800 260-7582 www mssociety ca ; Brome County News Tuesday, December 16, 2008 page 5 Missisquoi North Youth Centre mt COURTESY Front row: Rita Marcoux, member of the Wednesday Drop-in Seniors group and Julia Hastings, volunteer.Rack row: Zae Jacobs and Joshua Jersey, SADD board members.Youth/Seniors Bingo Typically, when a group of elderly people get together to discuss “B-12,” they are referring to a vitamin injection, but not today! Today, all eyes are focused on the three cards strategically placed out before each individual.Volunteer Bingo Caller, Norma Clifford has warmed up the bingo machine and the balls are dancing in a steady buzz.On Saturday, November 29th, the Missisquoi North Youth Centre in Mansonville organized a youth/seniors BINGO at the Centre.Young, not so young and all ages in between came together for a fun filled afternoon.The youth served lunch for the group and then the games began.As the afternoon unfolded, it was easy to see that the age difference was no reflection on the fun that was had by the group.This has become an Annual event at the 1 Youth Centre and a highlight for all who take part.Lucie Lessard, Community Animator for the Missisquoi North Volunteer Centre and Coordinator of the Wednesday Seniors Drop-in program, attended along with members of her group.“We always enjoy our time with the kids,” stated Lucie.“This initiative on the part of the SADD Mansonville Chapter, gives an opportunity for the two age groups to mix together and pass an afternoon of fun and is something all communities should be encouraged to do.” The Wednesday Seniors Drop-in program meets at the Mansonville English School at 9:30a.m.commencing each Wednesday with a meet and greet over coffee.From 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.the group takes part in a low impact exercise program followed by an hour-long craft or game.At noon, the group has lunch together at a cost of $2.00 per person.After lunch, they come back together for activities until 2:30p.m.Long time group member, Rita Marcoux, in talking about the group and its activities, made sure to mention that, “new members are always welcome.” For more information about this Missisquoi Mable Hastings North Volunteer Centre program, contact Lessard at 450-292-3114.F.Y.I In most cases, the clothes don’t make the person but in this case, these youth would beg to differ.In 2004, the Missisquoi North Youth Centre established a special committee for youth long implicated in its programs.F.Y.I.(Former Youth Involvement) is a group for young adults over 18 years of age, who want to keep volunteering and giving to their community.Many of these youth have climbed the youth group ladder, starting in Boys and Girls groups for youth ages 5-12 years, then participating in SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions), Drop-in and Dance Theatre.Over the years and through their experiences on stage performing, meeting with the press, public speaking and taking part in a variety of community activities and events, these youth have acquired a lot of skills.Now, as young adults, they continue despite their busy lives to give and contribute to a community that has long been their pride and joy.Wanting to express this pride, the FY1 group put their heads and hearts together and decided that they wanted a shirt to represent their group.Not just any shirt, a special shirt.Starr Dostie, a 25-year-old dynamic Bishop’s University student who has been involved in the Missisquoi North youth programs since the age of 5, took the project on, asking each person about colour, print, style and message.Combining the ideas and opinions of all, Starr was able to reach an eventual consensus (no small feat)! Last Saturday, November 22nd at their regular monthly meeting, FYI members received their long awaited prize.In a matter of seconds, those present had shed their old skins and slipped into.yes, a very special shirt indeed.With their “F.Y.I” logo, resembling that of the FBI, the group now had a shirt that would let the world know that “they” (a group of devoted, dedicated and determined) young people, were established and here to stay.With their names stitched on each hood, in this case, the shirt really does speak volumes.No doubt, in the days and weeks to The Scoop., and MORE U l R3 ü ¦ m* mm Traditional and Original Christmas Centerpieces Call to order r or drop by any time! bromeuuaod fleurs et jardins flowers and gardens 281 CH KNOWLTON - T 450-242-5888 Lucie come, you will meet a member of this group sporting their new duds.Each shirt, a one of a kind, just like the individual wearing it.¦ ¦¦¦:¦ oim COURTESY OF SARAH JERSEY F.Y.I.team showing off new duds.BROME-MISSISQUOI SERVICES INCLUDED WITH THE HAIRDRESSING PROGRAM VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE YOU WANT A NEW LOOK, OR WANT TO RELAX LET OUR STUDENTS TAKE CARE OF YOUI Our professional setting gives students the opportunity to perfect the skills and attitudes needed for a successful career in hairdressing.SERVICES OFFERED TO OUR CLIENTS • layered haircuts and beard trimming for men • Perms 1 Hair coloring and streaks (with foils or cap) • Shampoos, hair and scalp treatments • Hair sets • Brushing • Cuts for men and women (standard and styled) Also, we can recommend products and services that suit your individual needs.STUDENTS AND TEACHERS AT THE BROME-MISSISQUOI CAMPUS Hairdressing School in Cowansville ore that they can now be reached at their PHONE NUMBER 450 263-7901 ext 71228 DOOR NUMBER 36 Thank you for your support and patiencel COMMISSION SCOLAIRE DU VAL DES-CERFS • EASTERN TOWNSHIPS SCHOOL BOARD 180, ADELARD-GODBOUT ST., COWANSVILLE, QUEBEC J2K 3X9 17640469 page 6 Tuesday, December 16, 2008 Brome Coww/y News Community Forum Letters to the Editor Glass box to shoe box Creek United Church starts the “CHRIST”mas season off on the right foot.They have out done themselves yet AGAIN! 50 boxes went out to the Samaritans Purse, Operation Christmas Child fund this November and 75-80 people attended the most beautiful Carol Service yet, on December 7th.If you haven’t heard about the Creek Churches’ UCW “Glass box to Shoe box” campaign going on all year long, you have now! Todd Lace, an outstanding member of the Creek; made a beautiful glass box for the sole purpose of collecting loose change for the Samaritans’ Purse Operation Christmas Child shoe box fund.This particular box is brought to all the functions the Creek Church has throughout the year and is used to receive your contributions towards the admirable world wide charity.Look for it at your favourite Creek Church function! 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