The record, 3 juillet 2002, Supplément 1

Brome County NEW -W- Wednesday, July 3, 2002 1ER PENSE A TOI IS THINKING OF YOU Turn your groceries.into rewards Open Daily 8-10 p.m.Quality is our main ingredient.472 Knowlton Rd., Knowlton 243-6692 The Largest Circulation Weekly in Brome-Missisquoi Songs for Ksenia Waving the flag on Canada Day PHILIP A GODIN/CORRESPONDENT Seven-year-old Ksenia Evenchenko enjoys a traditional Canadian roasted marshmallow treat in the Townships while rebuilding her immune system that has been weakened by exposure to Chernobyl's nuclear fallout.CAROLINE KEHNE/RECORD CORRESPONDENT Festivities officially got underway for the Canada Day celebrations with a flag raising ceremony in Cowansville at the beach Monday.Shown raising the maple leaf are the Colour guard from Cowansville Royal Canadian Legion and Massey Vanier's Air Cadets.Different events went on all day long.For Lac Brome festivities, see Page 8.By Philip A.Godin Record Correspondent Cowansville When seven-year-old Ksenia Evenchenco stepped off the long flight that carried her from her home in the former Soviet Union Republic of Byelorussia to Quebec, it was nothing less than the realization of a dream come true.Finally, she had arrived in Canada, and would have a short but life-sustaining respite from the continual radiation that she has lived in since birth.That was June 18, and the young girl whose frail body has suffered the daily ravages of the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear accident was to finally have her day sheltered from the now lethal environment in which she is condemned to live.Evenchenco is one of a diminishing number of children who travel to private homes in Canada and around the globe.This summer, 15 children will be housed in Eastern Quebec alone, from Huntingdon to Quebec City, through Granby, Racine, Sherbrooke, Acton Vale, Valcourt and Cowansville.Billeted by volunteers, they often offer the only hope these children have of a partial recovery.The idea behind the displacement is to interrupt the unrelenting exposure to radioactive fallout — to provide a 42-day respite so their immune system has a chance to rebuild itself.According to Denis Dumouchel and Marie Brouillette, one of several families who have offered their home to these children for the requisite six weeks, sheltering a child from immi- nent danger seemed only natural.“It will give Ksenia a chance to get away from the radiation that has contaminated her family’s home,” said the couple “It’s everywhere, in the soil where they live and grow their food, even the water they drink and wash in, everywhere!” Nearly one million residents of Byelorussia and neighbouring Ukraine are constantly exposed to radiation that permeates their lives and causes a multitude of medical problems, not the least of which is the annihilation of the body’s immune system.Because of the area’s predominantly northern winds, most of the radioactive materials that escaped the nuclear reactor in Chernobyl ended up in Byelorussia, just a few miles away.Children are among the most affected by the constant exposure.According to studies, they suffer nosebleeds, fatigue, recurring headaches, skin afflictions and a 20 to 30 times greater rate of developing cancer.See Ksenia, Page 4 Brunch ttJ Reservations Sunday sffVMtPt UMrfAtt weldemTheatre Membre ASBQ Certifié per 5ÂÉ Complete insurance CLIMATISEE Open Mon-Sat 8 am-6 pm r 54B Principal© N, Sutton Quebec AmSO) 538-5BSS 1 (877) S38-SBSy\^ MEI MR DEEDS pgi3,„ 2,7, 9 LIL0& STITCH pg.,.2, 7, 8:45 MINORITY REPORT PG13.Final Week.6:45,9:15 LIKE MIKE PG13.2 St.Albans Drive-In :N IN BLACK II PG13 & BOURNE IDENTITY 104 N.Main St St.Albans.Vt.802-527-7888 Rie.7N.I-89 e»it 20.802-524-2468 ~\ Résidence pour les Aînés / Retirement Residence “A place to call home!” 28 Mount Echo, Knowlton (450) 242-4663 Website: manoirlacbrome.com page 2 Wednesday, July 3, 2002 Brome County News Brome County Community Billboard Library Briefs • Missisquoi Library Bazaar at 187 Champlain, Philipsburg from July 5 to 7,12-14,10 a.m.to 4 p.m.Info: 248-4402.• La Maison Du Livre hosts a book sale during regular opening hours at 371 Rte.202, Stanbridge Station.For more information, call 450-248-3388.• Painting exhibit by Gerard Schwartz opens July 2, 7 p.m.at La Biblio-Gare, 416 Chemin Luke, Saint Armand.Runs until Aug.26 on Tuesdays, 1 to 7 p.m.For more information, call 450-248-4402.Community Calendar June 26 to Aug.30 Pettes Memorial Library SUMMER CHILDREN’S STORY HOUR at 276 Knowlton Rd., Knowlton for ages three to six.Twice a week, 3 to 3:45 p.m., Wednesday in French and Friday in English.Info: 450-243-6128.July 6 Annual Children’s FISHING DERBY sponsored by Brome Bolton Fish and Game Club at Fred Eichenbergers’ pond, 454 Brill, West Bolton, 8:30 a.m.to noon.Children must be accompanied by adult, limit five fish per child.Door prizes, soft drinks and munchies.No admission or fishing licence required.Info: 4 50-776-8450.BAG SALE of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing at Sutton Junction Hall, 9 a.m.to 1 p.m.Sponsored by St.Aidans Guild of Sutton Junction.88 Lakeside, Knowlton, Quebec JOE 1V0 Tel.: (450) 242-1188 / Fax: (450) 243-5155 Brome County 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 weekly.Please forward notices to Box 488, Knowlton, JOE 1V0, email: bcn-news@qc.aibn.com, or fax: (450) 243-SI 55.Visa and Mastercard accepted.CARWASH organized by Cadets, (Escadron 725) and Cowansville Royal Canadian Legion at Charles Bockus’ Garage, 1582 South St., 8 a.m.to 4 p.m.July 7 STRAWBERRY AND ICE CREAM SOCIAL at Dunham United Church, 1 to 3 p.m.ADVANCED NOTICE: Rent-a-table Flea Market, Aug.17th, 9 a.m.to 3 p.m.Info: 450-295-2348.Limited space.July 8 to 12 Ecumenical SUMMER DAY CAMP at Grace Anglican Church, 52 Principale S., Sutton for children ages four to 12.Hear stories about Jesus, singing, crafts and fun games.Monday to Friday, 10 a.m.to 3 p.m.To register call Bev, 450-538-1415, or register first day of camp.Free of charge, sponsored by Anglican, Baptist, Roman Catholic, and United Churches of Sutton.July 13 Sutton Library Annual BOOK SALE at John Sleeth Centre, Academy St., 8 a.m.to 2 p.m.New and used books, French and English, young and adult, mostly less than $2.Book donations welcome Tuesdays, 2:30 to 5 p.m., Thursdays and Saturdays, 10 a.m.to noon, Fridays, 2:30 to 7 p.m.July 13 & Aug.24 SPCA ADOPTION DAYS.Two great opportunities to meet some of the wonderful dogs and cats from SPCA Montérégie.July 13, Parc Davignon (in front of Cowansville fire 8r police station), Aug.24 at Mill Pond Park, Knowlton.Info: 450-242-2892.August 24 & 25 ADVANCE NOTICE: Royal Canadian Legion FLEA MARKET at 120 Davignon Blvd., Cowansville.We are looking for articles to sell at this event.If you have items you would like to get rid of, we will gladly take them on or before Aug.17.Contact the R.C.L.at 450-263-3543, Denise Bedard, 263-0561 or Autry Tracey, 266-6120.available.(450) 242-2270.Web site: Arts Calendar Church Services STUDENTS’ ART EXHIBITION: Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, at Bishop’s Knowlton Centre, 235 Knowlton Rd.Saturday and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.Vernissage, Friday, July 5, 5 to 7 p.m.Info: 242-1518.July 10 Annual HOUSE & GARDEN TOUR Theatre Lac Brome’s popular fundraiser where patrons walk through some of Brome Lake’s stately homes and mansions.Info: 450-242-2270.July 13 to 21 TOUR DES ARTS - STUDIO TOUR 8r SALE.Open daily 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.Info: Sutton Tourist Bureau, 1-800-565-8455.July 14 Knowlton Harmony Band Second Park CONCERT 2002 at Coldbrook Park, by the Dam in Knowlton, 6:30 p.m.Free concert.Alternative United Church if raining.Info: Lois Hardack-er, 450-242-2000; Wade Johnston 243-5432.July 27 THEATRE LAC BROME 2002 MIDSUMMER GALA.This highlight of the Lac Brome summer social season features gourmet dinner and dancing under the stars in a beautiful garden setting.Info: 450-242-2270.Through to Aug.24 Theatre Lac Brome 2002 A SUMMER FESTIVAL of English-Language Theatre in Knowlton.This week: Wed., ‘2 for price of T for Lac Brome residents/Sat.Hank Williams: The Show He Never Gave.Thurs./Fri.- Old King Cole.Upcoming: Village Wooing and Evelyn Strange.Performances Tues, to Sat.8 p.m., matinees, Thurs., 2 p.m.Tickets: $5 to $22.At 9 Mt.Echo Rd.Season subscriptions still Immediate access to your emergency health data > Medic Alert 1-BDa-66B-15G7 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 JRD JOLY RIENDEAU&DUKE KNOWLTON/CREEK PASTORAL CHARGE: Worship and song by members & Rev.Burn Purdon.Creek United, Foster, 9:30 a.m.Knowlton United, Knowlton, 11 a.m.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 8i 10 a.m.Sunday school and nursery, 10 a.m.The Rev.Ralph T.Leavitt - Pastor.PARISH OF BROME: Anglican Worship Summer Service July 7 at Church of the Ascension, West Brome, 9:30 a.m.morning prayer.Info: Jean Shufelt, 450-263-1989.WATERLOO ST.PAUL’S AND FUL-FORD UNITED CHURCHES: Weekly Sunday worship and song in Waterloo at 11 a.m.Fulford Worship on the second and fourth Sundays at 9:30 a.m.May through October.Zone team ministers Rev.Lilian Patey and Rev.David Lambie.COWANSVILLE AREA PASTORAL CHARGE UNITED CHURCH: Worship and Sunday school at Emmanuel United Church, 203 rue Principale, at 10:30 a.m.Choir practice at 9 a.m.Rev.Mary MacPherson officiating.GRACE ANGLICAN CHURCH SUTTON: Come, let Jesus know you love Him.Sunday service, 10:30 a.m.at 52 Principale Sud.The Rev.Canon Tim Smart, Rector.SUTTON-DUNHAM UNITED: Everyone is cordially invited to attend services at 10:30 a.m.in Sutton on the first and second, Sundays and in Dunham on the third and fourth Sundays of each month.BEDFORD UNITED CHURCH PASTORAL CHARGE: We invite you to come and worship with us.Joint Summer Service, July 7, 10 a.m.in Mystic with Rev.Cogswell.BAPTIST CHURCHES: Sunday services: Man-sonville Baptist, 9:30 a.m.; Olivet Baptist, Sutton, 11 a.m.Bronte County NEWS 88 Lakeside, Knowlton, Quebec, JOE 1V0 Tel: (450) 242-1188 / 242-6892 Fax: (450) 243-5155 Published weekly by 1195 Galt E„ Sherbrooke, —- — .Quebec, JIG 1Y7 in n fax: (8i9) 569’3945 ema,l.1\LvvV/i\L/ newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com website: www.sherbrookerecord.com Randy Kinnear Publisher.Sharon McCully Editor/Off.Mgr.Alison Steel Secretary .Lynda bellavance Advertising .Michel Duval Advertising .Jamie Zachary Corresp.Editor Richard Lessard Prod.Mgr.Serge Gagnon Chief Pressman .Francine Thibault Prod.Superv 800 463-9525 (450) 242-1188 (450) 242-1188 (450) 242-6892 .800 463-9525 .800 463-9525 .800 463-9525 .800 463-9525 .800 463-9525 CIRCULATION Distributed to all Record subscribers every Wednesday ds an insert, and to all households and businesses in Aberrom, Bedford, Brigham, Brome, Bromont, Cowansville, East Famham, Foster, Fulford, Knowlton (Brome Lake), Sutton.Bolton Centre, West Brome.SUBSCRIPTIONS GST PST TOTAL Canada: 1 year 114.40 8.01 9.18 $131.59 6 MONTHS 59.00 4.13 4.73 $67.86 3 MONTHS 30.00 2.10 2.41 $34.51 Out of Quebec residents do not include PST.Rates for other services available on request.The Record is published daily Monday to Friday.Back copies of The Record are available.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 Hollinger Canadian Newspapeis L.P.Canadian Publications Mail Service Product Agreement No.0479675.Member ABC, CARD, CNA, QCNA (isr Brome County News Wednesday, July 3, 2002 page 3 Brome Lake Masons distribute $10,000 Recipients include medical and wellness organizations, wellnesss groups and more By Philip A.Godin Record Correspondent Knowlton The Brome Lake Masonic Lodge 35 and the Masonic Foundation of Quebec awarded over $10,000 in donations to various organizations and individuals last week, all part of their yearly efforts aimed at supporting local initiatives.“It gives us great pleasure to give this tangible support to these benevolent groups, and the very dedicated individuals whose hard work makes such an enormous difference in the lives of many adults and children in our community” said Worshipful Master Neil Albers at the ceremony held in Knowlton on June 25.This year’s recipients included medical and wellness organizations, performing arts groups, a school breakfast and Christmas gift program, a summer Camp, as well as children’s organizations.Also prominent were four scholarships awarded to deserving local students.Brome Village resident John Page, 17, whose constant above excellent Grade 11 results have already earned him admission into the Lennoxville campus of Champlain College in September, was on hand to receive his fourth scholarship.“I was really happy to get this bursary.I have already received the District of Bedford Masonic scholarship, the Dale Corey memori- al scholarship and the awards general fund scholarship from Massey Vanier (High School),” said Page, who also had his mind set on how he planned to use the money.“I’ll spend it on books.Definitely for books, because the first year Liberal Arts program at Champlain will cost about $600.” Page, who plans to apply to the McGill Law faculty after finishing his college degree, commented that he may have been in some way predestined for a career in pleading litigation.“My mom always said that 1 could argue my point using logic, regardless of the situation,” he said.It is this very type of logic that may explain his preference in the type of law he intends to practice.“I want to be a prosecuting attorney because I’d rather be free to do what’s I feel is right.To me the main difference between prosecution and defence attorneys is that defence attorneys often have to do things that go against their own morals,” added Page.Anyone interested in more information on the Masonic movement or their funding of social activities can call Les Hastie at 243-0903.PHILIP A.GODIN/CORRESPONDENT Members of Brome Lake Masonic Lodge 35 and the recipients of this year's financial support: Back row: Frank Johnson-Main (BMP Hospital), Masons Fred Lengacher, Albert Haller, Dudley Fraser, Russell Bockus, Jim Flannagan, George Rogerson, Neil Albers and Les Hastie.Second row: Mason JC Marchand, Gil Gilbert (Townshippers), John Page (Student), Keith Russell (Sutton Anglican Church Summer Camp), David McAdam (Cordes à vent music ensemble), Lois Hardacker (Knowlton Harmony Band).Front row: David Mason, Lara Mitchell, Dominica Badham-Sayer and Jesse Ellis (Guiding and Scouting movements).Brief South Stukely Church seeks pews, pulpits Staff Members of the South Stukely Seventh Day Adventist Church are looking for help in the restoration of their church, constructed in 1883.Spokesperson Milton McElroy said that the interior restoration, started by church members in March, is nearly finished.However, church members would like to purchase a set of 12 matching wooden pews (preferably antique) and a pulpit to complete the project.Anyone with information is welcome to contact Milton McElroy at (450) 539-1066 (home) or (450) 378-2933 (work).ddZE3£ RE: BROME FAIR TEMPO AD Oak Ridge Boys Friday August 30 8:30 p.m.Tickets also available at Dépanneur Lakeside Foster ,'553555 ROCH VALLIÈRES Contractor LICENCE RBQ: 8101.2015-3I Machinery work • Hydraulic hammer (rock breaker) Private road • Land shaping • Drainage • Artificial lake/pond • Septic system • Demolition - Foundation Topsoil - Aggregate • Sand • Gravel inc.% , pjeidstone (450)242-2544 n , ch.Glen, Bolton-Ouest SI Antiques & Quality items Consignment Sale July 19,2-8 p.m.July 20,10a.m.-5p.m.Knowlton United Church R Price (450)243-5980 J J.McGee (450)242-0246 « Courville Geriatric Center For the best in Nursing, and where caring is a living tradition Since 1935 “Because We Care” Courville Home Care Full range of home care services are now available, give us a call.Helping you help yourself! * 5,305 Courville Avenue, P.O.Box 580, Waterloo, Quebec Courville Gerontology Foundation Non-profit organization helping the elderly in the Waterloo area lead fuller lives.Tax receipts given for all donations.(450) 539-1821 ext.227 Courville Residence Personalized Care - Short term / long term - Palliative / Emergencies “Loving hearts and caring hands” J www.courville.qc.ca page 4 Wednesday, July 3, 2002 Brome County News Citizen Advocacy launches fundraising appeal Comm uni ty group searches for funds as demands increase By Murielle Parkes Record Correspondent Mansonville The launching of a $25,000 fundraising appeal by Citizen Advocacy (CA) was recently announced by the chairperson and vicechair of this year’s financial campaign committee — Martine Blanchet and Barbara Taylor.The community organization has three separate accreditations from the Régie régionale de la santé et des services sociaux de TEstrie (regional health and social services authority).Recognized as a Maintien-à-domi-cile organization (helping seniors live at home), a volunteer bureau, and a “maison des jeunes” or youth centre, CA offers more than 30 different programs and services in the areas of health and social services, protection, education, and other quality-of-life issues.While largely supported by the provincial government, certain programs — notably those for youth — are especially underfunded and must be auto-financed.Youth programs are significant.In recent years, up to 120 young people, ranging from five-year-olds to teenagers, have been annually enrolled in one or more of CA’s weekly youth programs.In addition, the nonprofit group regularly sponsors dances, coffee houses, variety shows and dance-theatre presentations as part of its overall design to give youth an alternative to drugs and alcohol.In April, the CA youth director acquired a long-awaited assistant, one who has been with CA youth groups — girl’s group, SADD and dance theatre — since she was five, and is now on staff as a qualified social service worker.The non-profit body first opened its doors in Magog in 1982, initially as an advocacy service for handicapped persons and other “people who need people.” In 1984, it moved to Mansonville where it broadened its mandate to include a myriad of other services — notably for youth, seniors, and for others needing help to realize their potential.These include intellectually challenged folks who benefit from programs organized by CA’s Ken Jones Centre.CA’s main clientele comes from the Potton and East Bolton areas.It is receives more requests, however, from adjacent communities — Eastman, St-Étienne-de-Bolton and Stuke-ly — especially for volunteer drivers and in times of crisis.When a young family was recently burned out, it was CA they first called for help, explained Alison Hannan, executive director of the organization.“In this territory, we are the designated link with the Red Cross,” said Hannan.“We can arrange for emergency food, clothes, and shelter.We also help people unravel legal docu- Since 1948 ppc spreading service CALCIC AND DOLOMITIC AGLIME Also available: Truck with flottation tires or Tractor hauled spreaded TRANSPORT HANIGAN INC.Notre-Dame de Stanbridge (450) 296-4996 ments, find replacements for lost ones, as well as complete insurance and other forms." CA also operates an emergency food bank, and lends out wheel chairs, walkers and other orthopaedic equipment in times of a temporary disability or illness.CA’s automated self-service blood-pressure monitor, located at the Mansonville town hall, is freely available to any adult.The demand for other services continues, added Hannan.CA sincerely needs the public’s assistance, say Blanchet and Taylor.They cite a four-point mission state- ment which includes: helping youth develop in a healthy environment; assisting seniors to preserve their autonomy and maintain their enjoyment of life; facilitating the social integration of handicapped persons; and offering support, respite and assistance to individuals and families in need.A campaign newsletter is being sent to every household in each of the applicable municipalities.Donations are tax deductible and can be made directly at the office (314 rue Principale) or through the mail at P.O.Box 369, Mansonville, Qc, JOE 1X0.Information: (450) 292-3114.Ksenia: Cont’d from Page 1 The program which will bring Evenchenco and other children to Quebec this year depends completely on the benevolence of the foster families’ generosity — no financial assistance is provided from either governments or agencies.Thus the responsibility for the child’s airfare, living, medical and dental expenses as well as any clothing and other personal purchases falls upon the foster families.“This has led us to approach many people for help, which we are very happy to be receiving.” added Dumouchel.In fact the community has been very supportive.A local shoe store has offered free footwear, while a dentist and a doctor will be providing their services without charge.Donations have also come in from local businesses and individuals, as well as from a fundraiser tea held by a nearby Women’s institute.The Piece de resistance in all of this benevolence will be a benefit cello concert on Saturday, July 8, 2 p.m.at the Bishop Stewart Memorial Church located at 5 Garagona St.in Frelighsburg.Under the direction of Orchestre Symphonique de la Mon-térégie cellist Iona Corber, a group of students will play excerpts from Bach, Shubert and Handel.Admission is $10 at La librairie de Cowansville or at the door.An entertaining evening, the proceeds of which will of course go towards supporting the Dumouchels.“She arrived here with an empty suitcase.Our plan is to send her home with a full one,” said Denis.Anyone interested in more information concerning Evenchenco, the billeting program or the benefit concert can reach Denis Dumouchel or Marie Brouillette at 450-263-3443, or visit www.tchernobyl.qc.ca/ksenia Brome County 88 Lakeside, Knowlton, Quebec JOE 1V0 Tel.: (450) 242-1188 / Fax: (450) 243-5155 Published weekly by 1195 Galt Street East, Sherbrooke J1G 1Y7 fax: (819) 821-3179 E-mail: newsroom@sheibrookerecord.com website: www.sherbrookerecord.com Record SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE ONLY $33.36 tax included Canadian (450) 242-1188 La Grande Virée Artistique Keep an eye open! From July 6 to 14, 2002, from 10 am.to 5 p.m.Come and tour the greater Sherbrooke area during “La Grande Virée Artistique” Visual artists, painters, sculptors and artisans are opening their workshops to you.To make your itinerary and help you locate the workshops, a map of participating artists is available in touristic information centers, on Sherbrooke2002.com web site, at the Rock Forest Cultural Center and in many hotels.Your starting point during the event: The Rock Forest Cultural Center (963 Haut-Voie 5t.) .formation: (819) 564-9994 Brome County News Wednesday, July 3, 2002 page 5 Local entrepreneur running horse camp at 22 Sutton resident teaching children and adults alike By Kate Shingler Sutton Unlike most 22-year-olds who spend the summer recuperating and preparing for the coming academic year, Anna Bellavance is embarking on her busiest season.The Sutton resident, who has been running her own equestrian camp for the last five years, is currently engaged in training purebred Morgan horses, while also teaching adults and kids alike how to ride safely and with the utmost respect for the animals.A recent graduate of Bishops University, Bellavance will begin a 14-month Master’s program in International Management at the University of Sherbrooke in the fall, before completing the degree in Poitiers, France next year.Horses will remain an important part of her life, she explains, regardless of travel or study.“I’ve been passionate about horses for a long time.They give humans a combination of honesty, trust and energy,” Bellavance says between sips of water on her lunch hour at Meldon Stables, where she teaches and runs trail rides daily.“I want to share my experience with kids.It’s very refreshing to come and be with the horses, it’s a kind of escape.” The summer day camp runs through August, for children five to 16 years old.Using an English-style saddle, students spend time in the ring where they gradually build their skills and comfort-level, learning to walk, trot and canter.A proponent of a more holistic kind of horseback riding experience, Bellavance encourages riders to care for the horses, brushing, feeding and preparing them before taking to the saddle.“I consider myself serious about teaching,” she admits.“I really take the time and energy to get students to be comfortable with horses from the ground up, I feel it is important.” A recent winner of two Quebec Reserve Grand Championships, some of Bellavance’s students have also begun competing in local shows.One student was awarded third and fourth place at an Ayer’s Cliff meet last month.With a maximum of only six campers per session, Bellavance says her teaching style will remain intimate.“I want to keep it exclusive, small and personal,” she adds.“I want to have contact with the students at all times.” For more information on the Sutton summer day camp, call 450-538-3387, or visit the Web site http://cs.ubishops.ca/morepleasure-morgans.Knowlton tourist kiosk now open By Kate Shingler Brome Lake Visitors to Knowlton can now access information on the area in the centre of town.The new tourist kiosk, manned for 30 hours per week by Bromont resident Kyle Downing, opened Friday on Lakeside Street in front of Coldbrook Park.Sponsored by a local merchants association, the kiosk will offer travellers advice on where to eat, shop and sightsee.Downing, 17, is in the process of familiarizing himself with nearby restaurant menus and studying maps.“People ask me which restaurants to go to or what is the most ‘touristy’ thing to do in Knowlton,” says the recent Massey-Vanier graduate, adding that though Knowlton is renown for its unique boutiques he also suggests taking in the The Brome County Historical Society museum for an alternate perspective.Association president Heather Heath hopes the information booth, will enhance the village’s welcoming feeling.“We felt it was important to have [the kiosk] in Knowlton,” she said.'/N KATE SHINGLER Anna Bellavance (centre) works with students Celia Priebe, 14, Vincent Chouinard, 9, and Simon Chouinard, 8, at the Meldon Stables Friday.Tour d'ateliers 13 au 21 juillet, 10h à 17h 39 artistes et artisans à Sutton, Mansonville, Knowlton et alentours.Studio tour" f July 13-21, 10 am-5 pin 39 artists and artisans in the Sutton, Mansonville and Knowlton areas.Gttntoi eu:mc «dition Fooriseenth edition INFORMATION: 8tir«*u tte tawrissne tie Stitson i momss www acfcm.tjc .ca/tour «fes.arts LIBERTY FENCE See us at: http://www.springer.ca • Electronic dog and cat fences • Self-install kits available • Batteries The affordable alternative to conventional fencing • Bark inhibitor Sc remote trainer collars • Repairs and maintenance services • Battery plan TOLL FREE 1 -866-901 -3647 Since 1989 ence. page 6 Wednesday, July 3, 2002 Brome County News Piano concert COURTESY GAIL WATT i ’ Students of Gail Watt recently held a piano concert at Theatre Lac Brome.Pictured: front row (left to right): Samantha Ciudej, Louka Gauthier, Stéphanie Monde and Shannon Gavrildiuk Bade row: Beavan Flanagan, Maria Goodman, Marissa Daigneault and Jules Morin.TRX350 4x4 fest.BrQ^ You’re looking at the best-selling ATV in Canada.Why has the TRX350 4x4 made so many friends over the years?Easy: it strikes a perfect balance between hard-working utility and smooth-riding recreation.From its clever limited-slip differential that reduces torque-steer at the handlebar, to its perfectly balanced chassis, to its light weight, the TRX350 4x4 is as handy in the woodlot as it is happy rolling along on a snowy ATV trail.s6,39900 0% mum 43.1 mo.w&uftbincjr included Route 104, West Brome (450) 263-6902 All-aboard for Saint-Armand readers By Caroline Kehne Record Correspondent The non-profit Centre for Community Initiatives (C3C) unveiled its third privately funded library/cultural centre, la BiblioGare last Friday.The new 1,80C-volume lending library is located in Saint-Armand’s stately former train station, which is also the home of the town’s post office.Supporters from Saint-Armand, Philips-burg, Bedford and Pigeon Hill turned out for a wine and cheese opening, and to sample the library’s collection, which was stocked with used books from individual donations, library discards and sales collected by director Normand Paquin.Paquin has personally selected the contents of the collection, compiling a selection of works of non-fiction and fiction in French, English and other languages.The remaining books will be sold to pay the library’s operating expenses.The three CIC-sponsored libraries, which also include Stanbridge Station’s Maison du Livre and Philipsburg’s Mis-sisquoi Public library, offer approximately 10,000 volumes for lending or reference and are entirely privately funded.like its predecessors, la Biblio-Gare will host special events such as free lectures, concerts and board game nights.The C3C is a non-profit organization established in Philipsburg 1994 to sponsor community-based activities.Its current president is Clément Duquette of Pike CAROLINE KEHNE/CORRESPONDENT -v library committee members Alexander Murray, Bob and Betty Diaz and Normand Paquin.River.The library committee is comprised of Betty and Bob Diaz, Normand Paquin and Alexander Murray.Betty and Bob Diaz will help staff the library, located at 416 chemin Luke, which will be open Friday evenings from 5 to 8 pm.This complements hours at the Mis-sisquoi Public Library (open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 1 to 4 pm.) and Maison du Livre (open Tuesday 1 to 9 p.m.).Saluting our Friends In the thick of it! ! ,:*¦ », Pierre and Jo-Anne Beullac spent the weekend June 7, 8, 9, 2002 with the Honda Racing Team at the Montreal Grand Prix, after placing 2nd in ATV Sales nationwide.Congratulations! 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Jmne Monuments Ltd Brien Bidwell / Liette Nadeau (450) 538-2302 41 Main SL, S., Sutton, Qc Monuments • Lettering • Repairs • Cleaning Cantine ^ *: La «¦te Routine *estC Breakfast • Specials at noon • Dinner OPEN AT 6 A.M.756 Lakeside Foster, Lac Brome Decorating - Lamps For Sale LTinkfiam-Stnart Dog Training Î Lamps Lor Salt* when' yesterdays light tumor run Custom-made lampshades, am si/e or shape Carolyn Smart 4 Paine Kd.West Bolton (4.r»0) 24:4-6811 CHRISTINE BROOKS •comportement canin «canine behavior •consultation privée •private consultation •dressage «training 38 Springhili, Knowlton, QC JOE 1V0 (450) 241*4171 Notaries Real Estate ^ ^ Lussier, Gagné & Chaput fAfSEN'C.•• Notaries & Title Attorneys 35 Victoria St., Knowlton je|.242-1555 297 Principale St, Mansonville Tel.: 292-3401 SHARYL THOMPSON affiliated real estaie agent email: sharyl@total.net Put my 14 award winning years of experience to work for you.Free consultation at your home or one of my offices.Please call me at (450) 266-6888 Royal LePage Action Broker Cowansville Knowlton Sutton (450) 266-7711 (450) 242-2000 (450) 538-3800 Stanbridge East - Thelma Rhicard The S.E.United Church Women hosted a 40th UCW celebration on May 1st for the Bedford Pastoral Charge.The event was held at the church and hall.Registration was at 10 a.m.Guests received name tags and coffee, juice, muffins and donuts were available.Evie Kerr led a wonderful workshop on “Naomi’s Daughters,” It was followed by a soup and dessert luncheon and then an afternoon anniversary service and sing song.Forty-one ladies attended (which included 11 Anglican and 3 R.C.friends).Our President of the Montreal Presbytery, June Millar, and our Area Representative, Ann Clark, were present.Holy Communion was served by Rev.Michelle Eason of the Anglican Church.Joyce Blakeslee and Evie Kerr shared in playing the Casavant Organ.Thanks to all who helped make the day a memorial occasion.On May 2nd, lightning hit the Stanbridge Ridge Stone Church causing wood splinters from a pew to embed themselves even up in the balcony! The church was built in 1842, so this year is the 160th anniversary, needless to say folks were very thankful that a fire didn’t ensue as the inside wood is very dry.The annual service will be held on July 28th, 10 a.m.The chapel was repaired in time for the June wedding of Jeanne-D’Arc Paquette and Jim Greenwood, whom wishes go out to for many more happy years.congratulations! The monthly W.I.meeting was held at the home of Dianne Rhicard.Articles were brought in for the sales table at the Q.W.I.Convention on June 12th.Business was conducted, refreshments enjoyed and a plant exchange was held.I was pleased to get a Comfrey plant.had to stake it this week after the heavy rains.On May 7th, the day I released the ladybugs (some are still impaled on the prickly pear cactus on the window sill) many birds made their spring appearance on our property: a great blue heron had a feast of a large goldfish from the pond, rose-breasted grosbeaks in their clown likeness were at the feeders, several migrating white-crowned sparrows stopped by to spend a few days and also, I heard the great crested flycatcher and oven birds.A friendly “hello” to one of my readers in Philipsburg; Iris Guthrie who is 96 years young.I hope you have a nice summer.Best of wishes for a return to good health go out to several town people who are recuperating from and/or having treatments for health problems: Earle Blinn, Karl Boomhower, Patsy Brown, Elsie Lackey, Butch Mills and Louie Senkerick.You are in our thoughts and prayers.On May 5th, 15 members of The Province of Quebec Society for the Protection of Birds met to clear trails at the Philipsburg Sanctuary.Seen were: green heron, swamp sparrows, northern rough-winged and tree swallows, Canada geese, mallards, cardinals, red-winged blackbirds, grackle nesting in a blue bird box that had a side missing, brown thrashers also 3 deer, a groundhog that was guarding its hole entrance and a mourning cloak butterfly.On the 8th, a field trip was held, with leaders, Phyllis and Sandy Montgomery and Gordon Renny.There was a good turn out of birders, 105 different species were seen.The great horned owl with its two fluffy chicks were viewed, swim- ming about were young wood ducks and Canada geese also a good variety of warblers were spotted.A week later Gaelies and Gordon Rennie saw a Virginia rail with a single dark chick.The Rennys are leaving soon for a month’s vacation in England.Bon voyages, folks! The Canadian Club of the Yamaska CD Medic Alert ALWAYS ON CALL www.medicalert.ca For more information 1-8DD-66S-15D7 Valley held their spring luncheon at the Auberge West Brome with a full capacity attendance and a much enjoyed meal.The last meeting of the scheduled year followed with guest speaker The Hon.Raynell Andreychuk informing us about “The Role of Parliamentarians in Safeguarding Human Rights.” St.Luke’s Church Women meet Waterloo On Tuesday afternoon, June 11th, St.Luke’s Church Women met in the church hall at 4:45 p.m.for a brief business meeting.Six members were present for the meeting, which was the last one for the summer.The president, Nellie Darling, opened the meeting with the Lord’s Prayer, said in unison.She then welcomed those who were there.The secretary read the minutes of the May meeting, which were approved and signed.The treasurer, Doris Wilson, read the financial report.Members thought that the make-believe bake sale, that was suggested in March, could probably be carried out next year.There was not much business to discuss.The next meeting will be held on September 16th at 2 p.m.in the church hall.Doris Wilson adjourned the meeting and the benediction was repeated in unison.Most members went to the Steak House for supper together at 6 p.m., a few other ladies from St.Church were going to meet Jean Davidson tDc*U IKcumU* 'punvutt «oui Serving all faiths.Townshippers serving Toumshippers Denis Meunier Robert Farnam 402, Rivière, Cowansville (450) 266-6061 page 12 BROME COUNTY NEWS Wednesday, July 3, 2002 Sidewalk Sq/c f * y.: Hi ‘s: SlllfS 'Spi-M'/' UP TO CHOICE! 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