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[" Brome County NEWS Tuesday, April 5, 2016 imm S Professionnel\u201er I4S0.S77.1737 (.450.538.4000 todd.chabot@remax-quebec.com Todd Chabot Mystery Quilt Club enthralls local quilters By Ann Davidson It may seem like July 1, 2017 is a long way away.But for quilters who need months and years to create their products, that time is needed.Like stitchers across Canada, the quilting group in Austin has embarked on a special project to commemorate Canada\u2019s 150th birthday.An idea conceived by Canadian designer Shania Sunga and spearheaded by their fearless leader, Johanne Alain-Simard, the Austin ladies along with other quilters across the nation are saying they are feeling like Christmas is coming to them every six weeks.That\u2019s because they are participating Sunga\u2019s Mystery Quilt Club program.The Vancouver Island born resident, out of her love for nature and landscapes, strives to capture the imagery of the incredible beauty Canada has to offer.She has created kits that will eventually combined 13 blocks depicting Canada\u2019s ten provinces and three territories.Each block is constructed using a fusible, raw edge appliqué technique using batik fabrics also designed by Sunga.A new block is released every six weeks and the pro- gram ends with a finishing kit.Starting in September 2015, the ambitious Austin group has already worked on blocks representing New Brunswick with its famous Hartland Bridge, the longest covered bridge in the world at 1,282 feet; Nunavut with an inukshuk; the foothills of Alberta with a barn and a horse; Nova Scotia\u2019s famous lighthouse at Peggy\u2019s Cove; and polar bears from the Northwest Territories.Those participating in the program never know which province will be the next part of the project.The next reveal is April 30.They can\u2019t wait to see what\u2019s next! The program is so popular that new customers are signing up but cannot be shipped until August 2016.The Austin\tann davidson group relies on Fils d\u2019Amis in East\tMichèle Lemieux-Coté, Diane Couture, and Gabrielle Hâché are three members of the Austin Farnhm as their supplier for the kits.\tquilting group who are involved in preparing a special quilt to commemorate Canada\u2019s 150th anniversary on July 1, 2017.Here they show work depicting landscapes of Northwest Territories, Alberta, and Nunavut.No falling asleep at Art Plus Parent\u2019s \u2018Le rouge, le noir et l\u2019architect\u2019 an explosion of colours :r Contractor LICENCE RBQ: $101-2015-32 A Machiner}' work * Hydraulic hammer (rock breaker) * Private roads * Land shaping * Drainage * Artificial lakes/ponds * Septic systems * Demolition - Foundation * Topsoil - Aggregate * Sand * Gravel * Fieldstone 450 242-2544 11, ch.Glen, Bolton-Ouest /?Thinking of selling.Please call for a free evaluation.450.242.1515 V.Let me list it.Let me sell it.Lets you move on.Peter Marsh Gn1u9ki OLIVIA RANGER-ENNS \u2014 By Olivia Ranger-Enns \u201cLe rouge, le noir et l\u2019architecte,\u201d an exhibition of artist Guy Parent\u2019s work currently on display at Sutton\u2019s art gallery Art Plus, is a vivid and eye-catching discovery of colour, design, and equilibrium.The exhibition room of Art Plus is dominated by Parent\u2019s canvases which are all painted in bright colours, mostly fire-truck reds and scorching oranges interspersed with specks of apple greens or sunshine yellows.Walking through the art gallery, let\u2019s just say that it would be hard to fall asleep gazing at these intense colours that defy anyone to look away.A writer, visual artist, and independent journalist, Parent was initially influenced by his mother, a painter, and his father, an architect.All of Parent\u2019s artworks, which are abstract in genre, identify a common theme by exploring the architectural world of modern art.By Cont\u2019d on page 6 TV soon mazoa NISSAN * , Innovation that excites TOYOTA 1 LOCATION - 4 DEALERSHIPS RUE DE SALABERRY, COWANSVILLE 450-263-8888 press Printed and distributed by PressReader PressR e a d er .jc o ?ORia+L1cop6 0 4.27 8 4604 COPYRIGHT AMD PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW page 2 Tuesday, April 5, 2016 -Brome Comw/j/News- Brome County Community Bulletin Board April 8-9 Brome Hall rummage sale - annual April sale on Friday April 8 from 5 p.m.to 7 p.m.Saturday, April 9 from 8 a.m.to 12:30 p.m.Door opens for donations Monday, April 4 to Friday, April 8.Volunteers welcome Wednesday-Friday at 9 a.m.Information: 450-522-6443.April 9 L\u2019Harmonie des saisons ensemble presents \u201cThe Four Seasons,\u201d musical poetry by Antonio Vivaldi, performed by the viola da gamba quartet Les Voix humaines.Come celebrate spring with us! Musical surprises will also accompany each of the seasons, for example an arrangement of Gershwin\u2019s Summertime, Kosma\u2019s Autumn Leaves and others at 2 p.m.at St-Matthew\u2019s Cultural Center of Stukely-Sud (450-539-1309) and 8 p.m.at The United Church of Knowlton (450-378-3555).Tickets: Bijouterie Ger-vais in Granby, Brome Lake Books in Knowlton.At the door before each event.Pre-sale $30, regular $32, students $10, children under 12 free.April 9 Dance with the Country Folks Band, five musicians and guests, on Saturday, April 9 from 7 to 11 p.m.at Trinity Anglican Church, 409 South Street, Cowansville.Door prizes.Canteen on premises.Donation: $8 to support the church and food bank.Come and bring a friend.Come one and come all.April 10 Karnack Shriners E.T.Club Estrie are having a pancake breakfast on Sunday, April 10 at the Sutton Legion at 2 Curley Street, Sutton from 9.30 a.m.to 1 p.m.On the menu: pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, bake beans, crepes, bretone, toast, jam, juice, maple syrup, tea and coffee, etc.Donation: $8 for adults, kids under 12 are $4 and always free for the little ones.Please come and encourage your local Shriners who support the Shriners Hospital.April 10 Parish of Brome sugar on snow outreach fundraiser - Sunday April 10.Holy Trinity Church Hall, Iron Hill.Admission $7 for adults, $4 for kids 10 and under.Admission includes, taffy, sleigh rides, petting zoo, and coffee and doughnuts.Canteen onsite.Music with Ralph Steiner.Information: Judy 450-263-3025, Doug 450-263-2579, Val 450-204-7285.April 10 Fundraiser for the TBL Wellness Volunteer Centre.A presentation and dis- h'av'c- you mc~lvdmg_ a to char\\ty m your will?thought \\1/ Un héritage à partager LEAVE A LEGACYm www.Iegacy-quebec .o rg 1 888 304-8834 CUSSion of \u201cGood Music\u201d with Dr.Henry Schreiber will be held at the Lac Brome Community Centre on Sunday, April 10 at 3 p.m.All proceeds from this event will benefit the TBL Wellness Volunteer Centre.A voluntary admission of $5-$10 is suggested.April 10 Breakfast at the Cowansville Royal Canadian Legion, from 9 a.m.until 12:30 p.m.Sunday, April 10.Come and enjoy with family and friends.Donation $8, children 6-12 $ 4 and children under 5 are free.April 14 Soup Café onThursday, April 14, noon, free.Enjoy a bowl of homemade soup with us.Avante Women\u2019s Centre, 15 rue du Pont, Bedford, 450-248-0530, avantegayl@bellnet.ca.April 16 Come join the Ladies Auxiliary once again for their yearly spaghetti supper.April 16 at 5 p.m.to 7 p.m.$10 - adults and $5 - children under 10 yrs old.April 16 Chicken and biscuit supper at the Memorial Hall, 20 Academy Street, Stan-bridge East, Saturday, April 16, 5 to 7 p.m.Donation: $12.Children 10 years and under: $6.Bake sale to benefit Butler Elementary School.Maple Leaf Chapter #2, Order of the Eastern Star.Everyone Welcome.Information: 450-248-3460.April 16 Garden lecture: Foodscaping by Charlie Nardozzi, garden guru, nationally recognized garden writer, television and radio host who will be the guest speaker for the Brome Lake Garden Club.His topic is from his new book, Foodscaping: practical and innovative ways to create an edible, and beautiful landscape.There will also be a sale of club members\u2019 used gardening books.Saturday, April 16 at 2 p.m.at Centre Lac Brome, 270 Victoria, Lac-Brome.Garden club members: free.Guests: $5.Membership info: www.bromelakegardenclub.ca.April 27 Sunshine House Mansonville invites you to our annual general meeting, Wednesday April 27 at 6 p.m.at the Mansonville Baptist Church, 84 West Hill, corner Rte.243, Mansonville (Pot-ton).Refreshments will be served at the end of the evening.Please RSVP to Lucette Field at 450 292 5058.CHURCH BULLETINS ALL SAINTS ANGLICAN CHURCH -DUNHAM Sunday services at 10 a.m.- all welcome! The Reverend Sinpoh Han.Information: 450-295-2045.ANGLICAN PARISH OF BROME Services are at 9 a.m.First Sunday of the month will be at Holy Trinity, Iron Hill, second Sunday of the month will be at St.John the Evangelist in Brome, third Sunday of the month will be at West Brome Church of the Ascension, fourth Sunday St.Aidan, Sutton Junction.Canon, Tim Smart, rector.Informa-tion:450-538-8108.BEDFORD PASTORAL CHARGE OF THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Gathered round Christ, we are a community that searches out God\u2019s story in daily life.We worship together as follows: First and third Sundays of each month at 10 a.m.Wesley United Church is located at 51, rue de la Rivière, in Bedford.Stanbridge East: Second Sunday of each month at 10 a.m.Stanbridge East United Church is located at or near 16 rue Academy, in Stanbridge East.Mystic: Fourth Sunday of each month at 10 a.m.Mystic United Church is located at the intersection of Mystic Road and the Wal-bridge Road, in the hamlet of Mystic (Saint-Ignace-de-Stanbridge).Fifth Sunday on the calendar at 10 a.m.(if month includes a fifth Sunday).Service locations for May, July and October will be announced at a later date.CALVARY UNITED CHURCH SUTTON A warm welcome awaits you at our Sunday worship service in Sutton at Grace Anglican Church at 9 a.m.followed by a coffee hour at 10 a.m.in the church hall.Information: 450-538-0530.COWANSVILLE COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH Cowansville Community Baptist Church meets Sundays at 11:30 a.m., 137 rue John, Cowansville.Everyone is welcome.CREEK/WATERLOO PASTORAL CHARGE Sunday, April 10 - worship and music: Creek United, 278 Brill Rd., West Bolton, service and Sunday school at 9 a.m.; St.Paul\u2019s United, 4929 Foster, Waterloo, service at 10:30 a.m.Reverend Dave Lambie, minister.For information or to leave a message call: 450-539-2129.EMMANUEL CHURCH Come together for a thoughtful and spiritual experience and give yourself a good start to the week.Sunday worship is at 203 rue Principale, Cowansville, at 10:30 a.m.Sunday school every third Sunday of the month.We serve the United Church communities of Brigham, East Farnham, Farnham, and Cowansville.but really anyone can find a home here.Give it a try and sample a Sunday.Wheelchair accessible.Minister: Rev.Eric Lukacs.Church office: 450-263-0204 website: emmanuelcowansville.ca.ÉGLISE CATHOLIQUE ST.ÉDOUARD CATHOLIC CHURCH 366 Knowlton Road, Knowlton.You are invited to participate in a bilingual Mass Sundays at 10:30 a.m.Christian meditation is now on Wednesday afternoons 2:30 p.m.to 3:30 p.m.(side door).The group is now bilingual and has been formed to introduce meditation to newcomers.We welcome beginners and experienced\tmediators.\tRegular attendance not required.Information call Clare at 450-243-5590.GRACE ANGLICAN CHURCH 52 Principale sud, Sutton, welcomes everyone for Sunday services at 10:30 a.m.All welcome.Canon Tim Smart, rector.Information: 450-538-8108 or visit our\twebsite\tat www.gracechurchsutton.org.GRANBY UNITED CHURCH Where God Unites all Children.Be a part of the family.Down-to-earth spirituality.Spiritual development for all ages at 101 rue Principale, Granby.Please call 450-372-1417 for information and to confirm time of our services.Rev.Dr.Linda Marcotte guc-eug@bellnet.ca.KNOWLTON-MOUNTAIN VALLEY PASTORAL CHARGE Serving the regions of Knowlton, Bolton Centre, Mansonville, and Vale Perkins.Worship service at 11 a.m.with the Rev.Isaac Kamta, Knowlton United Church, 234 Knowlton Road (450-243-6078).A warm welcome is extended to all.Handicapped access available.ST.GEORGE\u2019S ANGLICAN CHURCH 130 Principale, Granby, welcomes everyone for Sunday service at 11 a.m.All welcome.Bienvenue a tous.Reverend Richard Gauthier, rector.Information: 450-372-2197.ST.PAUL\u2019S ANGLICAN CHURCH 24 St.Paul\u2019s Road, Knowlton.St.Paul\u2019s \u2014 a dynamic, diverse community pursuing and serving Jesus in the Eastern Townships.8 a.m.Said Book of Common Prayer worship.10 a.m.User-friendly \u201cblended\u201d service with traditional, contemporary and modern music and format.Sunday school.Please check out our new website: www.stpaulsknowlton.ca.TRINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH The Church with a \u201cHeart\u201d 409 South Street, Cowansville.All Sunday services are at 10:30 a.m.Come and join us as we endeavor to learn and practice God\u2019s loving will.We\u2019d love to welcome you.Reverend George Campbell.Information: 450-955-3325 (leave message).ST.JAMES ANGLICAN CHURCH -FOSTER We open our doors to welcome you on Sunday April 10 at 9:15 for a service of morning prayer, at the little church on the hill, 725 Lakeside, Foster.Join us afterwards to visit over refreshments.Everyone is welcome. Tuesday, April 5, 2016 page 3 -Brome County N Harmonies des Saisons joins with Les Voix Humaines for a first ever concert COURTESY OF MELISANDE CORRIVEAU A -< vit Itfr \\ Les Voix Humaines Consort, Suzie Napper, Felix Deck, Melisande Corriveau, and Margaret Little will be performing Vivaldi\u2019s Four Seasons on April 9 in Knowlton and South Stukely.By Ann Davidson During the early 1700s famous Italian composer Antonio Vivaldi took great pains to write a group of four violin concert giving expression to the four seasons.\u201cThe Four Seasons\u201d is the most recognized work that he created and Mélisande Corriveau\u2019s L\u2019Har-monies des Saisons, in association with Les Voix Humaines are set to present two concerts on Saturday, April 9 in South Stukely at St.Matthew\u2019s Church at 2 p.m.and in Knowlton at the Knowlton United Church at 8 p.m.When asked why specifically at St.Matthew\u2019s Church in South Stukely, which serves as the municipality\u2019s cultural centre, Corriveau explained that it is a particularly intimate setting for making music.\u201cIt is just perfect, the sound is generous and we musicians love that for old instruments.It adds to the sound and inspires the musicians.Also we love the amazing people who welcome us with open arms, ensuring that there will be a full audience.\u201d The group is planning to do a special recording in May from that same heritage site that boasts a stone structure erected in 1854 by a Scot.Although last year Corriveau performed with a viole de gamba accompanied by a harpsichordist, the April 9 concerts will be a first-ever that Cor- riveau has performed with a group playing viols in this region.Popular during the renaissance, the instrument is likened to a both cello and guitar.Often linked to nobility, the instrument is in shape to a cello, it has more strings like a guitar, and was played by many amateur musicians during the Renaissance era.Joining Corriveau will be Toronto\u2019s Felix Deak, whom Corriveau has travelled and performed extensively with in Europe over the past five years.Her longtime teachers and mentors who have been thrilling their own audiences since 1985 and carry an outstanding repertoire, Susie Napper and Margaret Little, will be appearing too.Napper and Little are \u201cLes Voix Humaines.\u201d They are renowned for the beauty and originality of their arrangements for two viols and become a world reference for the music of Sainte-Colombe.They received the Opus Award 2007 of the Quebec Music Council to Performers of the Year.Vivaldi\u2019s music has a narrative element that is intended to shed light on how the seasons evoked the music he wrote.It is said that in the middle section of the spring concerto, where the goatherd sleeps, his barking dog can be marked in the viola section.Les Voix Humaines have shared the stage with the likes of prestigious artists such Wieland and Barthold Kuijken, Charles Daniels, Suzie LeBlanc, Daniel Taylor, Rinat Shaham, Matthew White, Eric Milnes, Skip Sempe and Stephen Stubbs.The duo is regularly joined by Corriveau and Deak to form the \u201cVoix Humaines Consort.\u201d The consort has published the complete Henry Purcell Fantasias in 2009, the Art of the Fugue of JS Bach in 2013, and recently, a disc dedicated to the works of the composer August Kunel.Corriveau says this concert is about music everybody knows and loves, the sonnets are well described by the music making it very special and satisfying.\u201cWe hope to reach out to more people with this type of performance.\u201d Tickets can be purchased in Knowlton at Brome Lake Books or in Granby at Bijouterie Gervais or call 450-539-1309.Showtimes: South Stukely 2 p.m.at St.Matthew\u2019s Church on Ch.de la Diligence, and 8 p.m.at Knowlton United Church on Knowlton Road in Town of Brome Lake.Art Libre features eight artists in one diverse exhibition By Olivia Ranger-Enns Although the weather didn\u2019t quite agree, spring was in the air at Sutton\u2019s art gallery Art Libre, which is featuring its brand new exhibition \u201cÉquinoxe,\u201d on until August 28, 2016.With eight featured artists at hand, the exhibit was diverse and multifaceted in colour, genre, and presentation.As you walk into the gallery, your eye is immediately drawn to the right hand side to Lou Leblanc\u2019s abstract paintings.% l Painted in bold accents of neon greens and lemonade yellows, Leblanc\u2019s paintings, are achieved by diverse methods such as dripping and splashes, exude with life and bring spring to mind.Decorated with glittery golden dust, Leblanc\u2019s paintings lent themselves perfectly to the general theme, the equinox, an astronomical event taking place around March 20 and September 23 of each year, wherein the plane of the Earth\u2019s equator passes right through the center of the sun.Day and night are roughly of equal duration all over the planet.Moving on, Karolle Grondin\u2019s collages provided the artist\u2019s personal insight into diverse methods of construction.Using torn pages from psychology books, pieces of crossword puzzles found in newspapers among other materials, Grondin uses charcoal and paint to piece together abstract artworks that lend themselves to multiple interpretations.Most recently, Grondin has uncovered a new kind of blue that works particularly well with a number of her works.\u201cI never used to paint in blues,\u201d said Grondin, indicating her work with a sweep of a hand.\u201cBut now I\u2019ve discovered a nice blend of blue that seems to incorporate water and stone.The blues have taken center place, so to speak.\u201d Another partic- (2016) as an example.Painted in vivid colours of yellows, oranges and reds, the acrylic painting was well balanced with intermingling colours such as grays and whites.Francel\u2019s work is so abstract in genre that your eye can easily detect diverse shapes in them.Many viewers often see them as cartographies of sorts.\u201cThat\u2019s what\u2019s so great about abstract paintings,\u201d said Francel.\u201cYou can see whatever you want to see in them.\u201d Cont\u2019d on page 8 ularly mesmerizing feature of the exhibition was artist Francel\u2019s artwork.Take \u201cCantaloup exotique\u201d BROME LAKE OFFICE SERVICES INC.Have your tax filings prepared by an expert Maximize your potential refund COURTESY OF GALERIE ART LIBRE ArtistDonna Casa Martin poses in front of one of her works.Financial statements, Audit, Bookkeeping, Taxation, Corporations, Individuals, Estate planning and settlement, Farm and business transfers, re-organizations DUKEl CPA Inc.t Minimize your payable Société de comptables professionnels agréés Chartered professional accountants corporation duke-cpa.com 127 Principale, Suite 105, Cowansville, QC, J2K1J3 T:(450) 263-4123 Fax: (450) 263-3489 Free pick up and drop off services available for seniors To book your appointment, visit our Facebook page or call 450-243-0707 press Printed and distributed by PressReader PressR e a d £ r ^ o ?oBia+i1op6 0 4_ 2o7 8 4604 COPYRIGHT AMD PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW V page 4 Tuesday, April 5, 2016 Letter Bronte County^Yws The aquatic center is not needed Dear Editor: Many TBL owners have their own pool, therefore there would be very few users.Those who want to swim can go to Lac Brome in the summer.The rest of the year, they can go to Cowansville at the taxpayers\u2019 expense that is not covered by these few users.Potable water is at a premium and in short supply in the TBL.Is the town going to truck in water to fill this pool?(A total waste of potable water.) Make-up water is required to replace the continuous loss due to evaporation with the need for extra chemicals, treatment and tests.Continuous monitoring is needed to control mold, bacteria, and viruses.With the many chemicals, filters, UV lamps, etc., the costs will go higher each year with major repairs in seven to 15 years.The operating cost will increase yearly, even if it is little used.Costs that include staff, supervision, etc., to cover safety and health regulations.Electrical costs for an aquatic center are very, very high.Heating, dehumidifiers, and recirculation pumps are required year round, 24 hours a day to be in operation.Liability and property insurance is another yearly ever-increasing cost.Finally, TBL use of ever-increasing debt load is not the path to prosperity and will not lead to any attraction for any newcomers.Think, think, think before further wasting taxpayers\u2019 money.This aquatic center is not a necessity.Sincerely, E.Rejdak West Brome Commentary Sugaring-off party a huge success! Brome County Historical Society A special thanks to everyone who supported and participated in the recent old-fashioned sugaring-off party on the grounds of the Brome County Museum.Family attendance was strong with all generations enjoying the sunny weather, camaraderie, homemade maple sugar treats, outdoor games, and of course maple taffy on snow.Your generous donations were well appreciated for this free community event.Don\u2019t miss our current exhibit entitled \u201cThe Sweetest Season: Sugaring Time in the Townships,\u201d which tells the story of maple production using objects and images from our collection.It is open on weekdays from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m.until April 29, in the Centennial Building, 130 Lakeside, Knowlton.Join the Fessenden Challenge! In honour of the 150th anniversary of the birth of Brome County\u2019s inventor and scientist Reginald A.Fessenden, we are looking for the next great inventor.Do you have a great idea?Build it.Submissions are being received at the BCHS \u2014we are challenging students ages six to 17, who reside in Brome-Missisquoi, to create their own inventions.Over $500 in cash prizes will be awarded, and winners will have their inventions displayed at the Brome County Museum this summer during our special Fessenden ex- hibit.The deadline for entries is Friday, April 15.To enter, students must fill out one of our official submission forms, attach a picture of their invention, and send it to the BCHS either in person on weekdays or by mail to 130 Lakeside Road, Knowlton, QC, JOE 1V0 or e-mail to: bchs@endirect.qc.ca.Read Letters from the Front: Harry H.Pibus! Henry \u201cHarry\u201d Hodsmyth Pibus was born February 12,1914 in Knowlton, the son of Luther and Anabelle Pibus, graduated from Knowlton High School, and studied at Bishop\u2019s University.Our first on-line exhibit recognizes the 75th anniversary of local Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) Pilot Officer Henry \u201cHarry\u201d Pibus\u2019 service, in World War II.This unique exhibit tells the story of his adventures and accomplishments, through letters he wrote to his mother Belle, detailing his training and experiences in the war.His words give a distinctive glimpse into the hard work, training and dedication needed to become a successful wartime pilot.Harry\u2019s first 23 letters, which total 44 and date from November 1940 to October 1941, are already posted, under the Archives tab, on our website: www.bromemuseum.com.Each letter is published as a scanned copy and as a transcribed version, on the anniversary of the date it was written.Brome County NEWS SB»- 5-b Victoria St., Knowlton, Quebec, JOE 1V0 Tel: (450) 242-1188 Fax: (450) 243-5155 Established May 1991 Published weekly by RECORD 1195 Galt E., Sherbrooke, Quebec, JIG 1Y7 fax: (819) 569-3945 E-mail: newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com website: www.sherbrookerecord.com Sharon McCully Publisher Stephen Blake Editor Carolyn Marsh Secretary .Jesse Bryant Advertising ,, ,(819)5696345 Gazette (est, 1837) in 1908, The Record is ,(819)5696345 published by Alta Newspaper Group Lim-.(450)242-1188 ited Partnership, .(450)242-1188 Canadian Publications Mail Sendee Product Agreement No, 0479675, CIRCULATION Distributed to all Record subscribers every Tuesday 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 Member ABC, CARD, CNA, QCNA Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9 A.M.TO NOON Help us identify! Take time to browse our \u201cHelp to Identify\u201d page under the Archives tab, on our website, where we post an image gallery of photographs from the BCHS archives, for which we have no identification.If you recognize the people or places in these mystery photos please contact us with your information to share.Become a member! Join us in preserving the history of Brome County, by becoming a member.The museum opens in mid-May and you will enjoy free entry to the museum, free access to the archives by appointment, bi-annual newsletters, volunteering opportunities, and the knowledge that you are supporting a region\u2019s heritage.Download our membership form on our website or on weekdays, from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m., visit the Centennial Building, 130 Lakeside Road, Knowlton.For more information about our exhibits, rules for the Fessenden Challenge and spring programming at the BCHS, please visit our website: www.bromemu- seum.com or contact us at 450-243-6782.\tTT TT Harry H.Pibus Health fair in Knowlton The Brome-Missisquoi Diabetic Society (BMDS) in cooperation with the Knowlton and the Cowansville Lions Clubs and the Town of Brome Lake BCN RATES & DEADLINES COMMUNITY CALENDAR Brome County News Community Calendar is reserved for non-profit organizations only.Deadline is noon on Fridays.Must be pre-paid.Up to 40 words: $8, 41-70 words: $12, 71-100 words: $15, all prices include taxes.Special rates: $2 off for 2 insertions, 1 BCN and 1 in the Friday Record \u201cWhat's On\u201d section.Please forward notices to 5-b Victoria St., Knowlton, QC JOE 1V0, email: bcnnews@qc.aibn.com, or fax: (450) 243-5155.Visa and Mastercard accepted.are proud to announce they will be holding a health fair at the Community Center in Knowlton on Saturday April 9, 2016 from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m.The free event will include information booths manned by bilingual health professionals; all are members of a professional association or order.Visitors will also be able to attend various conferences on subjects relating to recent health studies given by health professionals.The objectives of this daylong activity are: to allow local residents access to professionals so that they may learn about the different important health is- Cont\u2019d on page 6 COURTESY OF VETERANS AFFAIRS CANADA BROME COUNTY NEWS Tuesday, April 5, 2016 \u2022 page 5 BCN U(e4tyà: HEALTH & FITNESS EDITION All about balance Catherine St-Pierre .UjEHR Last month we spoke of giving our mind, body, and soul a spring cleaning.I had a few requests for the journaling chart which put a smile on my face.Thank you for supporting me, you know who you are! I hope this was useful information and you were able to integrate it in your daily routine.This month, I wish to talk about balance.The idea sprung from a workshop I did for the \u201cTownshippers\u2019 Association\u201d to seniors and caregivers, and soon another in May at the super hospital.When we think of the meaning of balance what comes to mind?My first thought is to say \u201cfall prevention\u201d but guess what?There are so many other levels of balance to take in consideration.Obviously, we have the physical plan, but we also have the mental, and the emotional states.At the physical state, our balance can be affected by multiple internal and external aspects, most of which can be positively affected by making simple changes or adjustments.Here are a few aspects that could affect your balance at the physical level: 1-\tMuscle strength 2-Joint stability 3-\tFlexibility 4-\tMedical condition 5-\tEnergy Muscle strength is such an important component in balance.Not only balance in the sense of not falling over, but as in having a well-balanced muscle structure.Not having the strength to hold your joints nice and tight is one thing, but having certain muscle groups much stronger than others may create imbalance, which can promote bad posture.Bad posture is often the source of many aches and pains.Joint stability comes mainly by having balanced muscle groups.It also comes by working our proprioception (the unconscious perception of movement and spatial orientation arising from stimuli within the body itself), meaning being aware of what the body is doing and knowing how you should react \u2014 or not react \u2014 to a given situation.Flexibility affects balance mostly when it comes to posture.When we lose flexibility in certain joints we tend to modify our posture to compensate for lost mobility.Bad posture causes our centre of gravity to shift, pulling certain muscles to their limits and tightening others, giving us the \u201cDanger Warning\u201d by sending the aches and pains signal.Medical conditions may also affect our balance.From diabetes, arthritis, and gout (which tends to affect the feet) to low blood pressure, malnutrition, Parkinson\u2019s, and inner ear ailments that can make you feel weak, unstable, and throw you off balance.Energy or fuel (in other words what you consume) will also affect your balance.But this is more in the sense of feeling good, feeling strong, not so much about falling over or tripping.Although, not eating properly does create illnesses, which will indeed make you lose your balance, like the medical conditions we\u2019ve spoken of above.Once upon a time, about ten years ago, I took this class called P.I.E.D.\u201cProgramme Intégré D\u2019équilibre Dynamique.\u201d This program was created to help the aging population prevent injuries due to falls.Students were taught how to improve their balance by doing certain exercises.They were shown how to adapt their environment to make it safer or fall proof.And finally, they had to practice different ways to get up out of different fall situations.If you have balance issues, tend to trip or fall often, you need to start taking care of it now! Call me at 450-243- THE GIFT OF BEING THERE 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year Across the WO rid Aero ss the street + Canadian Red Cross Québec Division www.redcross.ca 1800 JYCROIX (1800 592-7649) C CENTRE DENTAIRE Caillé & Tremblay Dre Julie Tremblay, D.M.D Dentiste Dre Danielle Caillé, D.M.D Dentiste New Patients are Welcome 485, ch Knowlton Knowlton Qc JOE 1V0 T.450-243-5591 753, rue Principale Cowansville Qc J2K 1J8 T.450-266-2429 F.450-266-1830 4162 or e-mail me at physikinaction@gmail.com to schedule a consultation.Together we can take appropriate measures to rectify this problem.At the beginning we mentioned that there was also emotional and mental balance.Let\u2019s just graze the top of these subjects.I could go on for hours and lose half of you in minutes, so.Mental balance is being able to deal with life situations in an appropriate manner.It\u2019s making the right choices, being informed, and taking your surroundings and the environment into consideration before acting or reacting.We are born to live, to learn, to grow.Unfortunately, the human race is a lazy one.We tend to take the easy way out or short cut in practically every situation.We want results or material goods right now.The goal of life/living is not just getting to the destination; it\u2019s appreciating what we experience on the way there.Be aware, be conscious, be present in the moment.These are major factors in losing physical balance.For example, think of the last time you tripped, bumped into, or fell down.What happened?What were you doing?What were you thinking about?Most of the time, we\u2019re not paying attention to our surroundings, we are distracted, or we are thinking of something else entirely.The key here is to be mindful! I have some awesome tricks to help you be conscious, present and mindful.If you wish to learn more, please contact Cont\u2019d on page 8 A la santé et au bien-être PIIVMKx»l)tTIOn ».Here's to health and well being\t|% Catherine St-Pierre, B.Sc.Kinésiologue 63 Monte Carle, Knowlton, QC JOE 1V0 CALL: 450-243-4162\t(855) 312-2692 SANTÉ Waterloo Since 1935, because we care! www.santecourville.com Quality nursing care 24/7 Respectful and caring staff Secure environment, fully equipped facility Spacious rooms with private toilets Home like environment & daily activities Santé Courville proudly serving the Haute-Yamaska, Brome-Missisquoi and Memphrémagog regions *\tWe provide nourishing and tasty homemade meals, while maintaining a dietary schedule for each resident based on their individual requirements as determined by a registered dietician.*\tWe respect the individual choices of our residents, which helps maintain their dignity and enjoy life in our \u201cextended family.\u201d *\tMaintaining open communications, updating conditions as needed and responding to concerns of the family are priority.*\tWith the goal of care and comfort we specialise in short and long term care.*\tSpecial events such as holidays and birthdays may be celebrated with a party in a room reserved for this purpose.*\tActivities are varied and carefully planned to fill the needs of all residents.*\tBeautifully maintained exterior environment compliments the calm neighbourhood settings of our Center.*\tFamily and friends are welcome to visit.ACCREDITATION CANADA AGRÉMENT CANADA .AtENTIQHj For more information please give usa call, visit our website, or check us out on Facebook.5305 Courville Avenue, Waterloo, QC JOE 2N0 (450) 539-1821 press Printed and distributed by PressReader PressR e a d £ r .jc o ?ORia+l1cop60 4_ 27 8 4604 COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW page 6 Tuesday, April 5, 2016 Brome County^^ws I mail'll vary robots \u2018invade\u2019 Heroes\u2019 Memorial By Louise Smith Every two years, Melanie Deguire, the French teacher in Cycle 2 (grades 3 and 4), has her students build and design \u201crobots\u201d from recycled materials.Part of the program is to build a structure and to be able to talk about its construction in French.By making it a fun topic, these robots spark the students\u2019 imagination while making it easier to talk in a second language.After the robots were presented in each of the three classes they were on display in the cafeteria for parents and friends and the rest of the students in the school to see.The robot creators were proud to talk about what they would like their robot to be able to do.There were trash compactors, travel consultants, homework helpers, house cleaners, and too many others to list.What was a common feature were the smiles on the faces of the robot builders.Bravo to the students and to Melanie Deguire for the wonderful display! Proud creators of robots of the future.PHOTOS COURTESY OF LOUISE SMITH , - Parent\u2019s \u2018Le rouge, le noir et l\u2019architect\u2019 Cont\u2019d from page 1 zigzagging and diverting his attention between the construction of lines and colors and by simultaneously playing with geometrical designs, Parent achieves a fine balance in each of his artworks.That said, each painting remains unique in its conception and in its pre- sentation.Whereas some paintings are achieved by what is called \u201caction painting,\u201d a technique perfected by artists such as Jackson Pollock, other Parent works are approached by the artist with an analytical eye that is heavily influenced by geometric abstraction.Therein lies, one may posit, Parent\u2019s talent as a Health fair in Knowlton Cont\u2019d from page 4 sues and the professionals involved; offer advice about diabetes prevention; raise awareness to the risks associated with obesity; and equip participants with strategies to develop a healthy lifestyle.Those present will also be able to meet with a diabetes nurse who will test their blood pressure, blood sugar levels, and even their blood oxygen saturation levels.Some of the other professionals participating will be an eye specialist, a foot specialist, a sleep apnea specialist, a dietician-nutritionist, and a chair massage specialist.We hope you will plan to take advantage of this important, health wise, accessible information activity.Your health is important, take advantage of the opportunity.visual artist.Take \u201cPartir de loin\u201d (2014) as an example of Parent\u2019s deft combination of architecture and visual creativity.The background is painted in Parent\u2019s signature-style use of red but is divided into numerous axes that depart in different directions, each meeting in the center of the canvas and outlined in olive greens and daffodil yellows.Other paintings like \u201cNu à l\u2019orange\u201d (2016) feature slightly less dynamic but nonetheless busy pictures.In \u201cNu à l\u2019orange\u201d, the viewer is presented to two thick chunks of reds and oranges that seem to crash into each other, giving off jets of chocolate browns and sultry grays that are underlined by sunny yellows.The rest of Parent\u2019s artwork is similarly injected with energy and movement.By taking in his exhibition and cocking your head to one side, you can just as easily identify a well-hidden shape as simultaneously spot an incongruous assemblage of ar- chitectural lines.In short, Parent\u2019s work is glorious in both its multifaceted nature and in its colourful exuberance resonating with emotion.Bearing that in mind, Parent is as much a master of words as he is one of images.Parent has penned a collection of poetry published at the Éditions du Loup de Gouttière which is titled \u201cSoundain ton rire en ce siècle\u201d and has also published two novels at Éditions Québec Amérique, both of which are respectively titled \u201cL\u2019Enfant chinois and La Beauté du Monde.\u201d \u201cLe rouge, le noir et l\u2019architecte,\u201d an exhibition that features colour, plays with presentation, and juggles architectural design with originality, is on display at Galerie Art Plus at 8, rue Maple in Sutton from March 31 to April 24.The art gallery is open Thursdays to Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m.For more information, please call 450-521-3189.press Printed and distributed by PressReader PressR e a d £ r .jc o ?ORia+Tji(0 4^27 8 4604 COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW Tuesday, April 5, 2016 page 7 -Brome County N Polar vortex reminds us of the winter we didn\u2019t have Could it be PHOTOS BY SHELLEY BOOMHOWER-SLATER -qfi ' .m ¦£$!*& aim: ¦.'.VA ' s- \u2022 2^ :v':.' ÜÜ2 \u20225£>' Even though her fingers were frozen, \u201cAll senses were stimulated,\u201d says Shelley Boomhower-Slater.While most took cover from the brutal effects of the polar vortex, she took advantage of Sunday\u2019s unforgettable moment in time.The high winds whipped up the waters of Mis-sisquoi Bay at Philipsburg to create tumbling waves crashing and spraying the shoreline to insta-freeze all it reached.Boomhower-Slater says the waves were awesome and the water was splashing in her face while the wind almost blew her off the rocks.\u2018sprinter?Lilijgl y.\\ \\, v.A .> -\\ \u2014 m-nk- AW f./, ¦' WE \u201c so, *it as .- f We are happy to welcome you to l\u2019Erablière Hilltop.Come on your own, with friends, or with family, to enjoy I our menu (f traditional meals higidighting local Quebec pork and other products from the region.For quick and easy service, reserve online.www.erablierehilltop.com Come savor our delightful cuisine inspired by the recipes of our ancestors.We are waiting for you! L\u2019Erablière Hilltop is a sugar shack that offers a panoramic znew that will take your breath away.Relive the magic of a simpler time in a warm, friendly and traditional a tmosphere.Thursday and Friday nights: Special $21 + taxes with reservation \u2022 II .' Menu: Coleslaw; Raw vegetables: celery, carrots, etc.; Home-style marinade beets and dill pickles; Artisan bread; Gluten free créions; Traditional pea soup; Pork baked beans; Maple baked ham; Omelets; Home style fried potatoes; Pork meatballs and stew; Pigs1 knuckles; Pig\u2019s ear; Bra ised pork; Bread pudding; Maple syrup pie; Small pancakes; Maple syrup fried dough m mti! 4329 Symington Road, Dunham, QC JOE 1M0 450-295-2270 Erablière \u201e HILLTOP DUNHAM, QC info@erablierehilltop.com www.erablierehilltop.com PRESS RELEASE LA CAISSE DESJARDINS CENTRE DAFFAIRES OF LAC-BROME PARTICIPATES IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ITS COMMUNITY: $20,000 WAS GIVEN IN 2015 TO ITS PARTNERS Lac-Brome, March 10, 2016 - Throughout 2015, La Caisse Populaire de Waterloo was able to devote a total of twenty thousand dollars to more then 10 organizations via le Fonds d'aide du milieu and donations, as well as sponsorships.The Caisse continues its involvement with organizations and residents of Brome Lake and surrounding areas.\"As a cooperative savings and credit organism, the Caisse Populaire de Waterloo aims to meet the needs of its members in not only financial services but also intends to be closely linked to development of the community,\" said Manon Bessette, President of the administration council for Caisse Populaire de Waterloo.To highlight the remarkable work of these organizations in the community, La Caisse Populaire de Waterloo invited them to a \"Soirée Distinction\" that occurred March 10 at l'Auberge Lakeview, 50, rue Victoria, Lac-Brome.This gathering allowed the Partners Fund to meet with Caisse leaders as well as various partners present that evening, all in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.Partners present that evening: Fête Nationale du Québec à Lac Brome, Brome Fair, Canard en fête Lac- Brome, Les Printemps Meurtriers de Knowlton, Tour des Arts, Festival Littéraire Knowlton, Projet Écosphère et Renaissance Lac-Brome.At that time, these organizations presented their mission and activities that they were able to realize, thanks to the partnership with the Caisse Populaire de Waterloo and its support.Source of information: M.André Thibault Directeur général Caisse populaire de Waterloo 450-539-1023 poste 7037236 pressf^iïiM Printed and distributed by PressReader PressR ead er .c\t0^ 2^ 8_ 46c04 COPYRIGHT AMD PROTECTED BV APPLICABLE LAW J page 8 Tuesday, April 5, 2016 About Townshippers\u2019 Brome Countyl^Yw Bursary applications TOWNSHIPPERS\u2019 ASSOCIATION Earlier this year Rachel Hunting, executive director of Townshippers\u2019 Association, was pleased to present Farnham resident Michèle Giard $10,000 towards her physiotherapy studies through the McGill Health and Social Services Community Leadership Bursary Program.Townshippers\u2019 is accepting applications for the next round of bursaries.Students must apply by May 20, 2016.Montérégie-East students in the health and social services fields, applications for the McGill Health and Social Services Community Leadership Bursary Program are now available through Townshippers\u2019 Association.Created by the McGill University Training and Retention of Health Professionals Project, the Bursary Program, which addresses the need for bilingual health professionals, awards bursaries to students from selected Quebec regions with English and French language skills, who are pursuing full-time studies in the area of health and social services.There are two categories of awards available: Category 1 is for eligible students who are studying at an institution located outside their home region.Bursary amounts are awarded based on students\u2019 level of study with up to $10,000 at the university level and $5,000 for CEGEP/college and secondary school vocational training.Category 2 is for eligible students who are studying at an institution located within their home region.Up to $5,000 is awarded for university level students and $2,500 for CEGEP/college and secondary school vocational training.All applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Town-shippers\u2019 on or before May 20, 2016.Students are responsible for ensuring that their applications are complete, and Art Libre- Cont\u2019d from page 3 Finally, Donna Casa Martin\u2019s artworks are a breath of fresh air, most of them being reflections on nature.One particularly striking work is a depiction of an orchid plant.The tentacles of the plant seem to grow and mingle with the branches of another plant.Painted in midnight blues and forest greens, the that all required documentation is submitted before the deadline.To receive the correct application form and its accompanying guide, contact Townshippers\u2019 Community Information Coordinator Evelina Smith, at info@townshippers.org or call 819-566-2182 (toll free 1-877-566-2182).Information can be found on Townshippers\u2019 career and employment website, Toppor-tunity.ca.Health Matters \u2014 memory disorders Almost everyone has a lapse of memory from time to time.You can\u2019t remember where you parked your car or you forget a name.Do we just accept memory loss as a normal part of aging or is there something we can do?The next Health Matters session will focus on giving you tools to better understand and take charge of your brain health on Friday, April 8, from 10 a.m.to noon, at the CLSC in Cowansville.During this free session, held in English with a complementary light lunch, nurse Gisèle Coziol will provide information on what to look for when a memory problem occurs and how to determine when, in fact, it is time to worry.Learn how the brain works, causes and types of disorders affecting memory, and what you can do to help your mind stay sharp.Coziol has been working for many years with seniors in various roles, such as community worker and technician in cognitive evaluation.Now a nurse in a long-term care facility and working as a painting is both calming and refreshing in its portrayal of plant life.Other featured artists include Normand Bleau, Nicole Côté and Louis Lefebvre.Art Libre is located at 6, rue Principale in Sutton.Call 450-538-6660 for more information.trainer for the Alzheimer Society of Montreal, she has also worked in different memory clinics and in a hospital geriatric unit.For more information on Townshippers\u2019 Association and our activities, catch our columns in the Brome County News, visit us on Twitter ©Township- pers, Facebook, and our website Town-shippers.org.Connect with Townshippers\u2019 offices in Sherbrooke at 100 - 257 Queen St.819-566-5717, toll free: 1-866-566-5717 or Lac-Brome at 3-584 Knowlton Rd, 450-242-4421, toll free: 1-877-242-4421.Amos J to tour US Amos J is currently working on a project that would see him touring the Unites States in 2017.His performance Saturday, April 16 will be showcasing some of his most recent material mixed with work from his first three albums.An exciting time in any artist\u2019s career is when he or she can delve whole- heartedly into the flow of art, and this fortunately is the case for Amos, thanks to an incredible network of supporters here in the Townships.These are the people that Amos loves to play for most, and will be seeing on April 16 at the Lakeview Inn at 8 p.m.Tickets available at Brome Lake Books.All about balance Cont\u2019d from page 5 me.As for the emotional state, we can include the spiritual aspect in this section.I\u2019m not religious as I believe that every religion has its good and not so good characteristics.For me, being spiritual is the sum of all the good things from each and every religion combined.That being said, the key here is to feel good about everything you do and accomplish.When we let our surroundings/environment affect us, we can easily become super excited or extremely disappointed.We can become undefeatable or fearful/anxious/worried.We can be happy or angry/mad/sad.We can be content or unsatisfied.All of the above can be modified by your perception of the situation.When we see the positive in all (the silver lining) we become calm and appreciative of the lesson to be learnt.Unfortunately, when we brood upon the negative, not only do we become irritated but we also throw our hormones out of whack.Did you know that most illnesses come from our negative outlook on life?If you are stressed out at work, or at home, you may notice a few side effects like tense shoulders and neck, clinched jaw and fists, headaches, heartburn.Hmmm interesting huh?If you are angry the same symptoms occur, but you\u2019ll also add the elevated heart rate and blood pressure.If you feel sad or lonely, depression often sets in and a whole slew of ailments appear.To get back in balance here you need to be positive, thankful, grateful, and appreciative for all that you have.Make a habit of changing your actions and reactions when you notice or catch yourself being or feeling negative.I found that meditating, relaxing, and smiling were the best cures for changing attitudes.I can teach you how to do this, if you are willing or wanting a change in your life.Let\u2019s wrap this up.Having balance in your life requires you to make equal efforts at different levels.You must take care of your physical body by fuelling it with good quality foods, mainly fresh local organic fruits, vegetables, and meats.You\u2019ll need to work on building muscle strength, endurance, and flexibility.Be aware, conscious and present in the moment.Be grateful and happy for what you have.\u201cMy momma always said, \u2018Life was like a box of chocolates.You never know what you\u2019re gonna get,\u201d\u2019 by Forrest Gump 1994.And just to make it mine add [fresh local organic vegan of course], hehe! As always, if you have any questions or comments please e-mail me at physik-inaction@gmail or if you prefer to have a consultation call me at 450-243-4162 to schedule an appointment.Coach Cat xox press Printed and distributed by PressReader PressR e a d £ r .jc o\tLÀ?4,2o7 8 4604 COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW -Brome News- Ayante April Newsletter Tuesday, April 5, 2016 page 9 By Barbara Bellingham Program Director Avante Women's Centre Although it\u2019s only April, activities at Avante will be slowing down by June, so if you\u2019ve been contemplating coming to one of our events, now\u2019s the time! Our newsletter for April, May, and June programming has been sent to all our members, so if you haven\u2019t received your copy, please call the centre to verify your contact information.Health Matters: Memory Disorders April 8 - Alzheimer\u2019s disease is the most common cause of dementia, and is a worldwide epidemic, but what can we do about it?And what\u2019s the difference between memory loss as we age that\u2019s normal, and symptoms of Alzheimer\u2019s?This month\u2019s \u201cHealth Matters\u201d will focus on tips and tools to better understand and take charge of your brain health.It will also cover what to know when a memory problem occurs and how to determine if it is, in fact, time to worry.Open to the general public, this workshop will be held at the Cowansville CLSC, in English, on Friday, April 8, starting at 10 a.m.A free light lunch will be offered afterwards.Tuesdays Open Til 8: We\u2019re back to our regular evening programming, now that the days are longer, and the weather less formidable.Our Tuesday evening workshops now run from 6-8 p.m.5th - Quilting/sewing: always wanted to learn how to sew ?Bring a project, big or small, with the materials needed and we\u2019ll git-r-done! 12th - Centre will be closed for the evening 19th - World Book Day e-readers vs.paperbacks/book exchange.We will be acknowledging \u201cWorld Book Day\u201d by focusing our activity on books.Bring a copy of one of your favourite paperbacks to exchange in a Chinese auction, and express your thoughts about the pros and cons of e-readers; are they ruining the romanticism of \u201ccurling up with a International Women\u2019s Day celebration \u2022I ai ¦> i{ sim By Gayl Rhicard The Coalition des femmes de la Haute-Yamaska et Brome-Mis-sisquoi would like to thank the six panelists who were on hand to celebrate International Women\u2019s Day this past March 8.These six women \u2014having worked or still working in non-tradi-tional occupations\u2014 came to share stories about their career paths and to speak with the 150 women in attendance.Attendees were also given the opportunity to visit the exhibition, \u201cWomen and the job market in Québec - A history to discover.\u201d This exhibit explored the history of women on the Québec job market from colonial times to present day and helped raise awareness among those in attendance about the role of women on the job market through the lens of workforce diversification.Hats off to the organizing committee and many thanks to all those who attended! 1 Gosselm ¦ \u201c'.Dull \u2022'omnijnit h L, mm$ rw5 rrlverori T\t^ ^ W3 U\t^4 cMfé ¦ good book\u201d?Wendy Seys of the Yamaska Literacy Council will also be here to recommend some good websites and apps for downloading books.26th - Topic Potluck Supper - a free and easy evening of sharing food, thoughts and laughter.Coffee Breaks: This month our Coffee Breaks will be the same topic in both Knowlton and Bedford, and we\u2019ll be learning about our \u201ctrue colours.\u201d Wearing the right colours for your natural skin tone can make the difference between looking healthy and vibrant or washed out and pale.It can even make your teeth look whiter! And it can save you time and money when you\u2019re out shopping for new stuff.Working in groups, we will help each other discover what looks good, and what to stay away from.18th - Knowlton - Lac Brome Community Centre, from 1:30 - 3:30 27th - Bedford - Avante, from 9:30 -11:30 Special Activities 14th - Soup Café.Enjoy a bowl of homemade soups with us, from noon to 1 p.m.Free 20th - Crocheting 101.Bring a hook if you have one, 3-5 p.m.Free Avante Women\u2019s centre is located at 15 rue du Pont in Bedford, but we are in Knowlton once a month at the Lac Brome Community Centre, where we host an afternoon information workshop on various topics.We are also available in the morning at the community centre for help to whomever wants to drop in.We also host monthly workshops in English at the Cowansville CLSC, covering current health matters.Our spring newsletter is now available with our three-month programming schedule included.Please drop in or call at 450-248-0530 to keep in touch with our services being offered.You can also visit our webpage - www.avantewomen-scentre.org, or find us on Facebook.Pet Of The Week \u2014 Doudoune ¦S-ii Mb-* Hi! I\u2019m another one of those \u201cnot too big\u201d dogs \u2014 about 45 pounds.I\u2019m a pretty six-year-old girl with short, light tan fur and very special-looking ears! I was transferred here from another shelter because they felt that here I would have a better chance of finding the right home.Here I have a reputation of being \u201cvery, very nice\u201d \u2014 great with people \u2014 not good with other dogs (maybe it depends who?) nor cats.My eyebrows are kind of special looking also, so with my ears and face you\u2019d probably recognize me anywhere! I\u2019m waiting to meet you, my wonder- ful new family! If you don\u2019t think I\u2019m the right one for you, please come and meet all the other animals here \u2014 dogs and cats \u2014 lots and lots \u2014 all looking forward to their new life! We live at the SPCA Montérégie, 178, ch.du Vide, Ste-Angèle-de-Monnoir (exit 37 on autoroute 10).Adoption hours are 2-4 p.m.on Thursdays and Saturdays.Check out our website for more photos and info.450-460-3075 www.spcamonteregie.com www.facebook.com/SPCAMonteregie page 10 Tuesday, April 5, 2016 Call Sherbrooke: (819) 569-9525 between 8:30 a.m.and 4:30 p.m.E-mail: classad@sherbrookerecord.com OR Knowlton: (450) 242-1188 between 9:00 A.M.and 4:00 P.M.Brome County New CLASSIFIED Deadline: 1 p.m.Monday Or mail your prepaid classified ads to 5-B Victoria St., Knowlton, Quebec JOE 1V0 The Record, 1195 Galt St.E., Sherbrooke, Quebec JIG 1Y7 001 Property for Sale 140 Prof.Services 140 Prof.Services CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE.No risk program.Stop mortgage and maintenance payments today.100% money back guarantee.Free consultation.Call us now.We can help! 1-888-356-5248.035 For Rent KNOWLTON LARGE, SUNNY, CLEAN,4 1/2 ($575) available immediately & 3 1/2 ($475) on main floor.Suitable for quiet, non-smoking couple.Near lake.References required.Call 1-416-533-1440.100 Job Opportunities E X C AVAT I O N CHOINIERE, is currently looking for dump truck drivers (Class 3).40 hours a week, day shift, salary based on experience.Please send your c.v.to infochoi-niere@gmail.com or call Tony at 450-531-8452.GARDNER WANTED: MAINTENANCE of various properties in Brome County.40 hrs/wk weather depending.Email: weedingexperts@ ho tmail.com Looking for a job or qualified personnel?Consult our Classified ads! 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