Milo Canopener (December 1, 2013)

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An archive of the Milo Canopener. The University of Lethbridge Library received permission from the Archives at Milo Library to digitize and display this content. Milo Can Opener Box 12, Milo, AB T0L1L0 December Edition No. 283 Canada Post Agmt. # 40607518 MILO LIBRARY N/C nho MILO STICK BONSPIEL WINNERS Milo Curling Club held their stick curling bonspiel and Grey Cup party November 23 & 24. Pictured are winners of the bonspiel (left to right): Pool A Winners Sheldon Walker and Christine Egeland Pool B Winners Wayne Shearer and Emmet MeehanThe Milo Canopener A Community Newsletter published by Volunteer Staff Layout Editors: Production Subscriptions Notices Barb Godkin Colleen Bartsch Cameron Klem Betty Armstrong Darlene Phillips Any Canopener volunteer 403-485-8389 403-599-2204 403-485-1592 403-599-3791 Advertising: (Single Insertion) Business Directory $ 5.00 Quarter Page $ 6.00 Half Page $ 8.00 Full Page $15.00 Classified Ads $ 2.00 Free Items: Event Notices Announcements: Wedding, Anniversary Births, Showers, etc. Cards of Thanks News Items Articles of Interest Editorial Content: Letters to the Editor are welcome. All submissions must be signed. Letters will not be printed unless signed, and requests to remain anonymous will not be honoured. Deadlines: The deadline for photo-ready (JPEG) ad copy or articles is about a week before the end of the month. Please allow additional layout time for unformatted copy. The Canopener is usually printed the last 3 or 4 days of the month. Subscription Rates: Single copy “Cover Price” $ 2.00 Inside Milo (pickup, delivery or mailed $16.00 Outside Milo mailed - Canada $24.00 Outside Milo mailed - U.S. $48.00 How to reach us: Email is our preferred method of contact if possible, as photo ready (JPEG) advertising copy can be printed clearly (rather than scanned). Fax transmissions are also low resolution, and tend to be unclear. Thanks! Email: [e-mail] [e-mail] Regular mail: Milo Canopener POBox 12 Milo, Alberta T0L1L0 Fax: [phone] (Milo Library) Drop off: Items may be left: • At Milo Green Foods in the Canopener Box at the back of the store, • At the desk in the Milo Library, or • In the Milo Library book Drop box.We would like to thank our advertisers for their continued support. them’we would not be able to print this newsletter for the enjoyment of our readers. 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(See inside front cover for details)___4U We would like to thank advertisers for their continued support. this newsletter for the enjoyment of our readers. Goods & Sendees Sponsors s .\ Septic Tank Services . JS/ !A Division of J B. Services) ■ Portables • Sumps • Holding Tanks • Floods “YA GOTTA GO” - SO PHONE JOE Bus: 485-2667 Fax: [phone] Bo* 93 Vulcan, Alberta TOL 2B0 MILO SEED CLEANING ASSOCIATION LTD. 599-2150 Cleaner Seed is Sown, Cleaner Crops are Grown. Sheldon Walker Manager Katie Crump Phone: [phone] [phone](ceil) Located I mile west or the Cluny turnoff. BLIND .~ CREEK ANGUS ---.*••. ' Wayne and Peggy Robinson PO Box 36 MOSSLEIGH, ALBERTA TOL 1P0 PHONE [phone]T’s Saloon/ Milo Hotel 4 . ^i;Ac Holiday Hours: Tuesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) - closed at 8:00 p.m. Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day Tuesday, December 31 (New Year's Eve) - closed at 8:00 p.m. Closed New Year's Day Wishing everyone a wonderful and safe Christmas and New Year!! Duelling Pianos Friday, January 24 Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Cost $20.00My tturvujlMy. the Rev. Gordon Cranch Last Christmas, Grandpa was feeling his age, and found that shopping for Christmas gifts had become too difficult. So he decided to send cheques to everyone instead. In each card he wrote, "Buy your own Christmas present!" and mailed them out early. He enjoyed the usual flurry of family festivities, and it was only after the holiday that he noticed that he had received very few cards in return. Puzzled over this, he went into his study, intending to write a couple of his relatives and ask what had happened. It was then, as he cleared off his cluttered desk, that he got his answer. Under a stack of papers, he was horrified to find the gift cheques which he had forgotten to enclose with the cards. Now I don't have any grandchildren but I did send a Hallowe'en card to my great-great nephew and intended to put $10 in it. Off went the card and I found the $10 sitting on my desk.just like the Grandpa in the story. I do empathize with anyone who gives cash or gift cards for gifts. Times have changed. Tastes have changed. It is difficult to fathom the mind of a teenager to pick out something deemed appropriate. So this year, cash it is again. But the point of all this was brought home to me sometime, somewhere in the summer, and I wrote it down so that I could pass it along to you- Christmas is not your birthday. So as you run around putting the last minute touches on your house, bake that last batch of cookies, run to the city for yet another gift (in case junior doesn't have enough already) and then ignore the person whose birthday it is, you might at least have the grace to give a thought to the Child of Bethlehem, whose birth and life it is that we are to remember and celebrate. All of your Christmas preparations are for naught if they do not include a trip to church to join with the assembled faithful in worshipping at the manger and celebrating the birth of the new born King. Blessings to all at this Joyous time of year, and remember: Christmas is not your birthday. Church Services at Hope Church Dec 8th Special joint Service of Lessons and Carols at St Aldhelm's , Vulcan 11:00 with the Bishop of Calgary in attendance Dec 22 9:00 Dec 24 5:00 Christmas Eve service see you in church!Harold and Janetta Northcott both knew Taerum in his school days, when he was known as Torger.” “He was a top guy," recalled Harold, a still spry 95-year-old. “We played football together.” Palliser Regional School News Nov 8, 2013 Milo students remember one of their own 70 years later Milo School and the Lions Club of Milo joined forces to create a special Remembrance Day Service, recognizing the 70th anniversary of the Dambusters and Operation Chastise, considered one of the most daring air raids of the Second World War. Students from Milo School gathered Thursday to honour Canada’s veterans, and learn more about a hometown war hero long since passed, A seven-minute documentary about Harlo “Terry” Torger Taerum was shown during the community event, documenting the Milo School graduate’s pivotal role as a member of 617 Squadron and the celebrated Dambusters. During Operation Chastise in May 1943,19 Lancaster bombers flew a top-secret mission aimed at destroying three dams in the Ruhr Valley. The mission succeeded at destroying two dams and damaging the third. Taerum was hand-picked to serve as the lead navigator on the mission, considered one of the most daring air raids of the Second World War. He received the Distinguished Flying Cross for his exceptional navigational skills that safely guided the Lancasters at such low altitudes that navigational equipment would not function. Instead, the southern Albertan used a compass, landmarks and the stars as his guides. While the video documented Taerum’s heroics with Bomber Command, two of Taerum's school mates in attendance at the ceremony reflected on their own memories of the wartime hero.Harold, who was a couple years ahead of Taerum at Lake McGregor School, an elementary and junior high, recalls Taerum arriving at school on a horse pulling a simple two-wheeled cart. In the cart were his three younger siblings who were too small to make the nearly 6.5- kilometre route to school. Janetta, who attended Milo High School with Taerum, remembered him as an excellent student who had “such a heavy load to carry. Taerum was the oldest of four children and was just 11 when his father drowned in Lake McGregor. Though still just a boy himself, Taerum helped his mother Hilda run the family farm. Janetta remembers Taerum riding his bicycle to and from the Milo High School every day from a farm nearly 10 kilometers out of town, doing farm chores at home, and still managing to be an excellent student. The Northcotts’ daughter Kathy said it's wonderful to share Taerum’s story with students at Milo School.“Here he was, just a kid from Milo,” Kathy said. “It shows we can do great things and we can make a difference.” He wasn’t the only war hero celebrated at the event. Grade 8 students, John Bertschy, Nash Nelson and Chris Thomley, shared their research into other Canadian heroes, including First World War pilot Billy Bishop. Adam Prentice, a Grade 7 student who carried the Canadian flag in the ceremonial colour guard, said it was interesting to get to learn about Taerum and the Dambusters. Prentice, who recently joined the air cadets, said he couldn’t imagine what it must have been like for Taerum to be shipped off to war in Europe. Taerum was killed when his plane was shot down in September 1943. He was just 23. His younger brother, age 18, also was killed in action. About 30 members of the community stayed following the remembrance ceremony to watch a BBC documentary “The Dambusters 70 Years On." The event was co-sponsored by Milo School and the Lions Club of Milo.Alberta Government News Release: Nov 09, 2013 Government Alberta honours Canadian troops with new licence plate The Redford government is giving Albertans another way to support the brave men and women of the Canadian Forces with the launch of a new licence plate. The plates, which bear the Yellow Ribbon and the Support our Troops slogan, will be available for pre­order early next year. The new plates will cost Albertans $150. This includes the regular registration fees as well as expenses for production and delivery. Revenue beyond these costs will go directly to the Support our Troops campaign to assist members of the Forces and their families in Alberta. "Albertans admire the men and women of the Canadian Forces who put their lives on line, away from the comforts of family and home, as they stand up for the rights and freedoms of Canadians and people around the world. The Alberta government is honoured to offer a new licence plate as a way we can demonstrate our gratitude to them and give back to members and their families through the Support our Troops campaign." Manmeet S. Bhullar, Minister of Service Alberta “Our troops are proud of their service to Canada and appreciate the recognition from Albertans. I know they will be honoured when they see these licence plates on the vehicles of Albertans and the proceeds will help provide essential support to those who need it." Brigadier-General Christian Juneau, 3rd Canadian Division Commander, the Army in the West The new licence plate complements Alberta's veterans’ plates, which feature a poppy in honour of former and currently serving members of the Canadian Forces, as well as members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police or other Canadian police departments who served under NATO or the United Nations. Nearly 21,000 veterans’ plates have been issued since the program began in February 2005, and in 2011, the Alberta government extended availability of the plates to motorcycles. Under the Building Alberta Plan, our government is investing in families and communities, living within our means, and opening new markets for Alberta's resources to ensure we're able to fund the services Albertans told us matter most to them. We will continue to deliver the responsible change Albertans voted for.Invisible FenCe Brand Western Canada The best in Electronic Pet containment and behav­ioral products. 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Check our website for both New & Used: www.fmtrailerworld.com Vulcan Strathmore [phone] [phone] Stavely 1-877-205-1999November 13, 2013 Re: Year End Tax Payment Reminder Dear Ratepayer, VILLAGE OF MILO ALBERTA all nr ™th*he en? 0f year fast aPProach'ng, Village Administration is mailing a reminder to p operty owners for whom payment of 2013 property taxes remains owing. While we are not aware of your immediate financial situation and can appreciate that there are valid reasons for fheViK nfPmment °f Pr°Perty ?XeS’ We h0pe that what follows provides some Perspective on the Village of Milo as a corporate body. p Please appreciate that with a municipality of this size, non-payment of prooertv taxes veabshendfor ZlZTd T"'*°aSh B°W' Thase ac“un,s <**> ‘"to SSn by furthermore, under the laws of the Province of Alberta, by January 1 2014 oroDertv taxes outstanding for 2013 are considered to be in tax arrears. Not only do tax a^are incur an LrS to'inihate thP°tfr qU3rter'the Vi"age iS obli9ed to notify Land Tities °f these SIn!i! ? tax recovery process. For 2013 taxes that remain owing by April 1 2015 the Village is within its jurisdiction—as well as obliged to its corporate body of ratepayers—to either paymenPr°Pert,eS * ^ ^ f°r thiS duration or arrive at some'agree?E saSsfy The Village of Milo is a municipal corporation created by the Province of Alberta tn empower local autonomy and, thereby, enhance your liberty. In this sp™The^VillageTdeled a seven point strategic plan at its September 11, 2013, General Meeting. These include^ 1. 2. 3. develop and maintain transparent cost recovery based finances; develop and maintain organizational stability and accountability; inter-municipal co-operation, pursuing regional partnerships for shared shared leverage for provincial grant dollars; services and 4. sell Village real estate, increase the number of residents and ratepayers deferred revenue; y , and realize 6 SSSS^SIwSZSlVVilla9euti“esbyne90,ia,ln9waterandwastewatef 6. support existing regional development initiatives, be it County development that can be serviced by Milo (Crystal Blue Developments), the Vulcan Business Development Society, or the doctor retention program; 7. annexation of more commercial space to be shovel ready for development. F°r™°™ Inf°r™atl°n on specific policies and programs that accompany these seven points the evolution and development thereof, please contact the Village Office. P Yours sincerely, Christopher Northcott Chief Administrative Officer P.0 Box 65, Milo, Alberta, Canada. T0L 1L0 www.villageofmilo.ca Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]VILLAGE OF MILO ORGANIZATIONAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, November 4th, 2013 The Special Meeting of the Council of the Village of Milo was held in the Milo Library on Monday, November 4th, 2013, commencing at 7:00 pm. IN ATTENDANCE: Mayor Rafael Zea / Mayor Rafael Zea Deputy Mayor / former Councillor Katie Walker Councillor / Deputy Mayor Barry Monner Councillor Elect / Councillor Scott Schroeder Chief Administrative Officer Christopher Northcott 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Zea called the meeting to order at 7:18 pm. Chief Administrative Officer Christopher Northcott administered the Oaths of Office for Rafael Zea, Scott David Schroeder and Robert Barry Monner. Paperwork signed. 2. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA Res. No. 2013-11-04-24: Moved by Mayor Zea that Council approve the agenda as presented. CARRIED 3 REPORT BY_CAO ON ORGANIZATIONAL MATTERS / COMMENTS BY PREVIOUS COUNCIL a. Christopher Northcott, Chief Administrative Officer: - CAO explained the place of the organizational meeting, that no other regular business is to be conducted. - CAO informed Council that he was working on material to bring Council up to speed, that he was tentatively looking to have a special meeting of Council on November 13, 2013, at 8:00 PM. - CAO turned the floor over the former Councillor Katie Walker. b. Katie Walker, former Councillor: Former Councillor Walker noted that it had been a challenging term that she often found it difficult to get a lot of her questions answered. - She told how the Subdivision and Crystal Blue Developments has presented huge challenges to the Village. Organizational Meeting of Council, November 4, 2013 Page 1 - She noted how initially, given Milo's location, there was discussion about Milo possibly providing regional water to either Arrowwood or Lomond. She noted how the Village had also looked at the potential for taking over the McGregor Lake Reservoir recreation area and had undertaken some discussion with Alberta Parks to that effect. - Councillor Monner added that Alberta Parks had identified McGregor Lake as being one of the most developable lakes in Alberta. - Former Councillor Walker suggested that Council consider getting a minute taker, freeing up the CAO of this task. She also thinks that it is important for the Council to ensure some mechanism whereby tabled items get carried forward. She noted that it can take a while for the Village to finish business that it undertakes. - She noted that often times business is undertaken and nothing is ever done to follow up on these plans. - Former Councillor Walker also noted that she thinks it is important for Milo to have adequate representation at all committees and boards of which it is a member. She had the pleasure of sitting on the board for Vulcan Business Development Society (VBDS) which has brought into the area $1.6 million, has helped to drive tourism, the Roger Brooks branding initiative, and working to see that Vulcan becomes the most technologically advanced town in Southern Alberta. She told how Milo has benefited from all VBDS activities, be it the website, be it the initiative. Meetings for VBDS, she noted, are held in Vulcan. - Former Councillor Walker told about Southgrow, the regional economic development initiative, which recently completed a report on water for economic development. She noted that they have supper meetings in Lethbridge. Former Councillor Walker told about the Vulcan District Waste Commission that runs the waste transfer stations. Former Councillor Walker told about the Southern Alberta Energy from Waste Association (SAEWA). Former Councillor Walker told about the Oldman River Regional Services Commission (ORRSC), the regional planning organization that has supper meetings in Lethbridge. Former Councillor Walker noted that she has binders from all of these organizations and will leave them in the office for anyone who is interested. Organizational Meeting of Council, November 4, 2013 Page 2 c. Rafael Zea, Mayor: Mayor Zea noted that when they started the previous term there was little documentation to go on, that keeping continuity in such a small organization is a huge challenge. Mayor Zea stated that he thinks a lot of grant money gets wasted when there is not continuity of projects. - Mayor Zea stated that another huge challenge is paying a CAO a competitive wage. Former Councillor Walker noted that the CAO position is very important and the Village can't really afford to get qualified people to come for the duration. Mayor Zea noted that the Village needs the sales of the subdivision to go ahead which can overcome significant expenditures. Mayor Zea noted that the Village needs to strive for clear financials. Mayor Zea noted that the Village has received advice from legal counsel, Municipal Affairs, as well as others, on how best to handle Crystal Blue Developments. Mayor Zea brought up the matter of the Annexation of more land for commercial space, stating that the Village undertook this project believing it was in a better financial position. Mayor Zea stated that the Village needs to embrace inter-municipal co­operation, that the doctor retention program has significantly expanded from what it had been. Former Councillor Walker noted that doctor retention programs are happening across the province, that we are all pushing for doctors. Mayor Zea noted that on doctor retention programs the bigger municipalities are outspending the smaller ones. d. Barry Monner, Councillor: No comments beyond what has already been mentioned. Res. No. 2013-11-04-25: Moved by Mayor Zea that the Council accept the reports as presented. CARRIED 4. ELECTION OF MAYOR Open discussion. Councillor Schroeder noted that he doesn't have experience on these matters and is happy to see Mayor Zea continue, especially if there are projects that need to be finished. Organizational Meeting of Council, November 4, 2013 Page 3 Res. No. 2013-11-04-26: Moved by Councillor Monner that the Council Mayor. appoint Rafael Zea as CARRIED 5. ELECTION OF DEPUTY MAYOR Res. No. 2013-11-04-27: Moved by Councillor Schroeder that Council appoint Robert Barry Monner as Deputy Mayor. CARRIED 6. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS - Open discussion over Committee Appointments list. Consensus on appointments for representation. Discussion about deciding further appointments at future meeting. Res. No. 2013-11-04-28: Moved by Mayor Zea to that appointments for representation of Council: Chinook Arch Regional Library Systems: Regional Subdivision Development Appeal Board: Emergency and Disaster Services Officer: Marquis Foundation: Milo and District Fire Association: Milo and District Recreation Board: Municipal Planning Commission / Subdivision and Development Authority: Oldman River Regional Services Commission: Southgrow Regional Initiative: Vulcan Business Development Society: Vulcan District Waste Commission: Council approve the following Christopher Northcott Barry Monner Scott Schroeder Barry Monner Scott Schroeder, Rafael Zea (Alternate) Rafael Zea Rafael Zea, Scott Schroeder Scott Schroeder, Barry Monner Rafael Zea, Scott Schroeder Barry Monner, Rafael Zea Rafael Zea, Scott Schroeder (Alternate) CARRIED 7. NEXT MEETING a. Sgecial Meeting: Wednesday, November 13, 2013, 8:00 PM at the Milo Library. 8. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Zea adjourned the meeting at 8:37 pm.New Location Now Open! Accepting new residents 403-934-5294 Proud to be serving the seniors & families of our communities for 14 years! March 11, 2013 We have moved to a new location, 203 Hillcrest Blvd, Strathmore, AB. Current location is licensed and ready to accept two (2) new residents. The Ideal resident: • Medically stable, living with mild dementia, not a high risk for wandering • Able to physically move independently or with a one-person transfer • Experiencing increased care needs and should not be living alone What makes a Personal Care Home the Right Choice? Residents enjoy a high level of independence and choice, along with healthy home cooked meals, a relaxed schedule for activities and customized personal care in a small group setting of six (6) seniors. Thank you for informing potential clients & families of the option of living in a personal care home such as Meadowlark Care Home. Debbie Wakelam /Operator Services: • Resident Specific Care Plans • Assistance with Personal Care • Trained Support Staff on-site 24 Hrs. • Medication management • Home Care RN visits • Spiritual Care Coordination • Home cooked meals & snacks • Transportation to appointments • Visiting Podiatrist & Hairdresser Amenities: • Spacious Residential Home Setting • Walk-in & Handicapped Showers • Warm & inviting home decor • Wheelchair Friendly, including elevator • Cable & Wi-fi (except phone) • Individual & Group Outings • In-house pets • Socialization & Recreation • Large Deck & Accessible Yard Fully licensed & Inspected by Alberta Ministry of Seniors, Fire & Health Inspectors Your parents want to stay in the place they call home. We can help! Experience a worry-free lifestyle & remove the burden Call 403-934-5294 Proud to be a member of ASCHA9th Annual MILO FAMILY CHRISTMAS Friday, December 20th, 2013 starts at 5:30 p.m., come any time Curling Rink / Lions Park Pictures with Santa Bonfire, Hot bog Roast, Hot Chocolate and Cookies becorate your own Cookies Turkey Curl and other Carnes GREAT PRIZES! Fireworks sponsored by: Milo Recreation Board, Milo Curling Club Sponsors: Milo Lions Club, Milo Ag Society, Scotiabank, Prairie Perfection Catering Don't forget to bring roasting sticks! To volunteer or for more details contact Jana 403-599-2220Worship Services: Dec. 22 - 9:00 AM Dec. 24 - 5:00 PM Christmas Eve Service Reverend: Gordon Cranch Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Hope Lutheran Church Milo Everyone Welcome! THE COUNTRY FARMHOUSE Gifts, Antiques and Collectibles With A Taste of Rural Alberta Monday to Friday -11:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday -11:00 am to 3:00 pm Reservations for evening meals are welcome! Book for parties, anniversaries or special events. Box 10 Cluny, AB T0J 0S0 from Cluny Hilltop 3 miles west 1/a mile north Dianne Brown Ph. 403-734-2593 Fax [phone] Great Christmas Gifts in stock! Annual Country Christmas with Jim Burne and Christmas Supper Saturday, December 7 Supper: 6:00 p.m. Music: 7:00 p.m. please phone for reservations We will be closed December 20 until the New Year. Our best wishes for a wonderful Christmas and joyous New Year. Snake Jl Valley Drop-Inf News ■ra.mjar Crib Nights Monday Evenings 7:00 Cards & Games Fridays 1:30 PM Health Nurse & Foot Care Not until New Year Wishing everyone a happy holiday! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Don’t forget to stop in for coffee on Mondays. ITairpms Salon Offering cuts for women, men and children. Colours, Perms, Waxing, Eyebrow Tinting, and ask about our wedding packages. Stylist is trained in the latest Paul Mitchell techniques. Call 403-361-1129 (Formally Image Salon, but have changed locations. Please feel free to contact The Country Farmhouse for information about Image Salon.)The EC EPORT Thank you for all the food items that were donated at the Kid's Halloween Howler in October. A total of 97 lbs was dropped off to the Vulcan County Food Bank last month on behalf of the Milo Community. Re: Student Volunteers for Milo's Halloween Howler r|1?Y 0c1;ober 25'tbe Mil° & District Recreation Board hosted a Kid's Halloween Howler thisevent ran smShly Sen'°r h,9h StUdentS volunteered their time that nW to help ensure The students were each responsible for running an activity station. They were required to show up early and help set up/ decorate the hall, run the stations throughout the event and help tidy up their stations at the end. I would like to share with the community how proud I was o all the students. They did a fantastic job throughout the night and displayed quality leadersh'p The students had to interact with kids of all ages, as well as with parents * throughout the evening. I was absolutely impressed with each and every one of the students and what they offered that evening. biuoenrs allun,ique °pP°rtun[ty for the students to take some ownership in their community, chdinfY al1 pped up t0 the plate- The younger kids in the community look up to these students, and they portrayed an excellent image, not only for these kids, but to the adults in to workimw'Sh JhWaS S0 pr° Ad 0f th?ir hard WOrk' energy and enthusiasm and look forward to working with them again. A special thank you again to Zac Lewis, Kris Thornley Adam Prentice, Jaxon Deitz, John Bertschy, Nicole Deitz and Nadine Bertschy. Regards, Amy Monner Recreation Director Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a £ H appy New Y< Presented by the Milo & District Recreation Board ear! •IWOULD LIKE TO WISH EVERYONE VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND ALL THE BEST FOR 2014!!!! WENDY MARIANNE DONNA SHARLEEN GINGER SARAH DEANNA MONNIE BEA JANICEIf they made a difference to you, make a difference to them. Current Projects: • Digital Walt - Information hub at Hospital • Bursary Program for healthcare workers to enhance their training. • Coming soon a County Health and Wellness program for fitness and nutrition. • Capital Projects that will ensure a strong and robust health environment that is to home. fulcan county Health & Wellness Foundation Contact Deb Hartung at 403-485-3147 110 1st Ave S. P.O. Box 28, Vulcan, AB, Our number one focus is to ep our HOSPITAL by owing our vitality for future generations! £very dollar stavs 1. Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak. 2. A fine is a tax for doing wrong. A tax is a fine for doinq well. 3. He who laughs last, thinks slowest. 4. A day without sunshine is like, well, night. 5. Change is inevitable, except from a vending machine. 6. Those who live by the sword get shot by those who don't. 7. Nothing is foolproof to a sufficiently talented fool. 8. The 50-50-90 rule: Anytime you have a 50-50 chance of getting something right, there's a 90% probability you'll get it wrong. 9. It is said that if you line up all the cars in the world end-to- someone from California would be stupid enough to try to pass them. 10. If the shoe fits, get another one just like it. 11. The things that come to those who wait, may be the things left by those who got there first. 12. Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. Teach a man to fish and he will sit in a boat all day drinking beer. 13. Flashlight: A case for holding dead batteries. 14. God gave you toes as a device for finding furniture in the dark. 15. When you go into court, you are putting yourself in the hands of twelve people who weren't smart enough to get out of jury duty. Murphy’s Other Laws endDecember 2013 Milo Library Website: hgp.;// www.merrv- christmas.com/ Look around, play some Christ­mas games, read some Christmas stories, poems and jokes, color some Christmas pages, read about Christmas traditions, try some Christmas recipes, listen to Christmas music and even read the lyrics to the Christmas songs. Downloadable Magazines Zinio Digital Magazines are now available. Zinio is our library's down­loadable magazine ser­vice. With it and your li­brary card, you can ac­cess around 70 popular magazines. Each maga­zine is a digital copy of the print version and includes full text and graphics. Zinio can be accessed via your browser on PCs and Macs. Zinio is also accessi­ble on tablets and smartphones with the free Zinio app available for Ap­ple iOS devices (like the iPad, iPod Touch and iPh­one), Android devices (like the Nexus 7 and Samsung Galaxy), Kindle Fire, and BlackBerry PlayBook. For help, you can download the Zinio Quick Start Guide. Just remember that when you are in the Zinio site downloading, don’t search for more titles from here as New Purchas ADULT FICTION Vicious Circle by Wilbur Smith, Storm Front by John Sandford, Silencing Eve by Iris Johansen, Just One Evil Act by Elizabeth George, Father Night by Eric Van Lustbader, People of the Black Sun by Kathleen O’Neal and W. Michael Gear, Agenda 21 by Glenn Beck, The Night is Alive by Heather Graham, Big Sky Wedding by Linda Lael Miller, Low Pressure by Sandra Brown, Trust Your Eyes by Linwood Barclay, Collateral Damage by Stuart Woods, Outlaw by Ted Dekker, Syca­more Row by John Grisham, Lost City of the Templars by Paul Christopher, Identical by Scott Turow, The Valley of Amazement by Amy Tan, The Disappearance of Emily by Rosamund Lupton, The All-Girl Filling Station’s Last Reunion by Fannie Flagg, ADULT NON-FICTION Orr: my story by Bobby Orr, Gordie Howe's Son by Mark Howe, The Great Canadian Bucket List: one of a kind travel experiences by Robin Esrock, The Complete Chocolate Book: 100+ how-to photos and tips by Canadian Living, Who Discov­ered America: the untold history of the peopling of the Americas by Gavin Menzies, Why Dogs Hump and Bees get Depressed: the fascinations science of ani­mal intelligence. by Marc Bekoff, What are you hungry for? by Deepak Chopra, Chal­lenges of the Wilderness: an autobiography by Charles E. Chapman, you are in their commercial site and they want to charge for titles there. Always start your search at the library's pages. e s CHRISTIAN FICTION Wake the Dawn by Lauraine Snelling, ADULT WESTERN Blood on the Verde River by Dusty Richards, Defiance of Eagles by William W. John­stone, The Butcher of Bear Creek by William W. Johnstone YOUNG ADULT FICTION Until It Hurts to Stop by Jennifer R. Hubbard JUNIOR NON-FICTION Myths Busted! from National Geographic Kids JUNIOR DVD’s: Madly Mada gascarMilo Library HOURS W I N T T uesday: 10:00 am — 5:00 pm Tues. evening: 7:00 pm — 9:00 pm Thurs & Fri: 10:00 am — 5:00 pm Phone or Fax [phone] Email messages to [e-mail] or check out our website @ www.milolibrarv.ca Joanne Monner librarian Barb Godkin assistant librarian r Y~ \ Htbrarp Mile Library A big thank you to everyone who donated to, worked at, and attended our Ham Supper! We couldn’t have done it without all the extra help. We made over $1100.00. Our next event is at Century Casino in Calgary on December 1st and 2nd. Contact the Library or Barb Godkin if you are able to work a shift. The 3rd event will be the Lions Fun Casino on New Year’s Eve where the Friends Group provides volunteers to work at the door, serve drinks, and prepare, serve and clean-up the mid night lunch. As there are lots of volunteers needed to work the casino tables, the Friends Group has run short of volunteers for the last couple years. Please let us know if you are able to help us out by contacting the Library. We truly do rely on vol­unteers to help us in our fund raising because we have lost 2 provincial funding sources this year, Community Spirit Pro­gram and STEP Student Program. New Purchases Continued from pagel PICTUREBQOK My Grandpa by Marta Altes, Alvin and the Chipmunks: the reason for the season by Jodi Huelin, The Beren- stain Bears’ Night Before Christmas by Mike Beren- stain, What’s on my Farm by Michael Worek EASY READER Frog saves the day by Eve Bunting, The Pumpkin Fair Problem by Katharine Kenah DONATIONS V/e want to thank the following people for their donations to our library this month: Glenn McCallum, Ellen Thompson, Sha­ron Kelesnik, Pat Johnson, Dick Berglof, Linda Booth, Barry Monner, Helena Dyck, Tom and Betty Nelson. We apologize to anyone who we may have missed. We appreciate each one. BOARD BOOKS Ten Little Kisses by Russell Julian, Baby’s Treasure Hunt, B is for Bulldozer by June Sobel, Hush Little Horsie by Jane Yolen Next Library Board Meeting will be held on Mon. January 21st,2014 @ 5:30pm @ Milo CafeDo you need some relaxation? My name is Jami Stokes, a Registered Massage Therapist of the 1,100 hour program through NHPC. I am working on receiving my 2,200 hour program, and in order to reach my goal I am offering your community quality massage at student rates. I am certified in relaxation and therapeutic massage techniques as well as Cupping therapies. I am also certified in Aroma Touch techniques which help with stress and relaxation through the use of essential oils. Massages every 2nd Friday, Saturday & Sunday at Trends by T.C Please feel free to contact me to book and appointment or to ask any questions. I am excited to bring my career to your community, and can’t wait to help you relax your mind and body! And thanks to Tracy for opening her shop to me- it’s greatly appreciated. Christmas Gift Certificates Available Relaxation or Therapeutic Massage - s45 °° Seniors - $4000 Pregnancy Massage *40 00 Aromatherapy Treatment *5000 Jami Stokes Registered Massage Therapist 403-485-1396 403-331-5638 Norm Stokes Welding ^ General & Oilfield Repair s New & Used Steel Sales ✓ Custom Built Trailers ^B-Pressure Welding r Norm- Phone [phone] Cell 485-0365 Craig- Phone [phone] Cell 485-0288 Wade- Cell 485-1119 4 Cistern & Tank F<«s 4 Full Septic Cleaning Services 4 1fi 9 Battte Water Service i min of 4 bottles > ■.aw****** sme w 71-ot* tv-s cewt 4 F -‘t Swimming pools A Hot Titbs 4 C item A Tank C-earing 4 Landscape trees & -Soc 4 Skaung r,nk flooding 4 Mowing tank rentals 4 Regular defiver/ scnec-.sng available _4_ Ajl water tnat we haul ts potable dnnksng waterVILLAGE OF ALBERTA November 28, 2013 Dear Residents & Ratepayers, The Villages of Arrowwood and Milo are now parties to a shared administrative services agreement. Their respective Councils will jointly hire a Chief Administrative Officer, a legislated position required of every municipality under the Municipal Government Act. This office is endowed with specific duties and responsibilities undertaken on your behalf. As a pilot project for two years, the hope of both Councils is that this venture in regional collaboration will prove beneficial for the long term. By sharing an administrator, the Villages should be able to attract qualified candidates, paying a more competitive wage, as well as cutting costs on certain administration related expenses. It is a venture that should go some ways toward the long term sustainability of Arrowwood and Milo, qualifying these municipalities for provincial regional collaboration dollars. Being a pilot project, I have committed to the Councils of Arrowwood and Milo to serve for two years as the first jointly hired Chief Administrative Officer. As of January 6th, 2014,1 will be the Chief Administrative Officer for both Arrowwood and Milo. It is my goal to undertake most of the initial set up for such an arrangement, including the standardization of office procedures and computer software that will facilitate greater efficiency and streamline operations. I will also be working toward updating the bylaws and policies of Arrowwood and Milo, keeping them on track with current legislation and other provincial standards. Councils and Administration will direct the Villages toward joint projects where it is cost effective and advisable, leveraging this partnership as much as possible. Village of * ALBERTA^fi^ With the onset of the Christmas Season, please remember that the Village of Milo Post Office offers Visa gift cards, seasonal holiday stamps, express and guaranteed parcel delivery, as well as all other services provided by Canada Post. The Villages of Arrowwood and Milo wish you a Merry Christmas! Yours sincerely, Christopher Northcott Chief Administrative Officer Village of MiloG.D/s REPAIR Licensed Automotive Technician Friendly, reliable service Maintenance and repairs ALL your mechanical needs Call Gerald Deitz 403-599-2354 403-599-2464 Frank Mdnenly ! Auctions Ltd. j Vulcan, Alberta I Serving the Agriculture Industry since 1967 “Selling is our business - our ONLY business!” | 403-485-2440 | Frank Mclnenly - Stacey Schooten |MILO LIONS CLUB NEWS COMING EVENTS December, 2013 December 4 - Supper Meeting 7:00 p.m. December 7 ■ Pancake Supper, Turkey Bingo December 18 - Men’s Christmas Party 7:00 p.m. December 31 - New Year’s Eve Fun Casino ActivitiesT '— • Four members attended Okotoks interclub Nov. 18. • Several members attended Champion Charter night November 25. • Six members attended Mossleigh interclub Nov. 26. Donations: • $500 Lions Legacy Scholarship Grade 12 awarded to Tra­cy Heather. • $500 to Milo Family Christmas event. Aleviy CfouatnuM and 3tappy, JVeut- ‘Ifcuui! MILO LIONS CLUB^ immyaiiif © Saturday, December 7 l Supper 5:30 pm BinS° 7:00pm Supper: Pancakes, Ham & Scrambled Eggs At Milo Community Hall Everyone welcome! BAKE SALE by Milo Parent-Teacher Group between supper and bingo Milo Lions Club New Years’ Eve Fun Casino IHsr Tuesday December 31/2013 at Milo Community Hall Admission: $25 Includes play money and BBQ beef supper. Proceeds shared with Friends of the Library ♦ * ¥4 Casino 7:00 - 11:00pm OVER $2000 ♦ *V4 inPRIZESPanada LOMOMD 4-H CLUB NEWS November 3, 2013 The meeting was held at the Centre at 7pm. Elections were held in the following positions: President - Rylee Deitz Vice Pres.- Mack Honess Treasurer - Hannah Logan Vice Treas,- Chett Deitz Secretary - Gail Birch Vice Sec, - Hailey Logan Recycling - Owen Birch, Adrienne Deitz Social - Hannah Logan Club Reporter - Hannah Logan, Beef - Zaine Helland Phone Com. - Rayne Helland Club Leader - Marie Logan Assistant Leader - Carol Birch Project Leaders - Ron Birch, Doug Logan, Delores Walker, Penny Jones, Glenn Logan Projects for the year are: beef, heifer, cooking, scrap booking, music, sports, sheep, horse, creative options, cat, and model horse. There will be Cleaver Kids again this year and the ages are 6, 7, and 8 year olds. COOKING SESSIONS at the school from 1:30 - 5:30 on Nov. 15, 29 & Dec. 6. Please contact Marie (403.792.3696) if you want to attend. A Regional 4-H Celebration was held on Oct. 19 at Taber. Congratulations to: Heather Stanko for receiving the Millennium Scholarship Miriam Deitz for winning the Northwest Territories trip Doug Logan for receiving 10 year leader award If the District 4-H Council does a National 4-H Exchange there are 6 members that would like to attend. Dates to Remember 4-H Show Your Colours —Green Day at the School, November 12 (Cupcakes for everyone and prizes for the most green) 4-H Mini Beef Symposium - Nov. 15 at Brooks & Nov. 20 at Lethbridge Senior Member Conference - Jan. 31 to Feb. 1 (must be 16 or older) Next meeting - Dec. 8 at the Centre starting at 7pm Fun day - Dec. 29 at the Centre starting at 3pm Beef weight-in is Nov. 11, 7pm at Helland's feed lot. Thanks to our leader for bringing a yummy lunch! Submitted by: Hannah LoganNEWS FROM 11 MILO CURLING CLUB 1 Grey Cup Raffle Ticket Winners: Actual Score 1 st quarter Rose Wisener ($100) Half time Colleen Bartsch ($ 150) 3rd quarter Ross Nelson ($100) Final Chad and Amy Monner ($200) Reverse Score Leigh Vooys ($50) Jackie Williamson ($50) Christine Egeland ($50) Lynn Burgess ($100) Thanks to everyone that joined us for the stick curling bonspiel November 23 and 24 and to those who joined us for the Grey Cup Game. Thanks also to the organizers. It was a lot of fun. 2014 CURLING BONSPIELS Highwood Curlinq Club Senior/Master Spiel iiii— 1 LJ December 13-16 John @ 403-540-5034 or [e-mail] Vulcan Curling Club Sturling Stakes Spiel December 28 Ron Fernley 403-485-2118 Vulcan Curling Club Glitz & Glam Ladies Spiel January 10-12 Heather @ 403-485-4181 Carol 403-684-3612 Vulcan Curling Club Men's Bonspiel January 17-19 Terry 403-818-6138, Wayne 403-485-6967 Strathmore Curling Club Mixed Spiel January 22 - 26 Sheldon Schiffner @ 403-934-2455 [e-mail] Highwood Curling Club Foothills Men's Recreational Bonspiel January 25 & 26 John @ 403-540-5034 or [e-mail] Milo Curling Club Men's Bonspiel Doug Bushel! 403-599-2331 Shane Lamotte 403-485-5712 Strathmore Curling Club Ladies Bonspiel February 4 - 8 Judy Hildahl 403-934-5561 [e-mail] Highwood Curling Club Mixed Open Bonspiel February 14 John @ 403-540-5034 or [e-mail] Milo Curling Club Ladies Bonspiel February 14 -16 Barb Godkin 403-485-8389, Tammy Lahd 403-599-2254 Strathmore Curling Club Junior Bonspiel February 22 & 23 Lynette Aschenbrenner 403-934-5732 [e-mail] Milo Curling Club ■ ■ Mixed Bonspiel . Feb 28 - March 2 Christine Egeland 403-599-2199 Sharteen Bushell 403-599-2331 Vulcan Curling Club Juniors "Rock On" Spiel March 11-17 Heather McBride 403-485-4181 heather mchridp/fiftnrc9fi ra Vulcan Curling Club Sturling Stakes Spiel March 8 1 *vl *1 I 1 L/UI IUU\V^)Ji o/lU . Cd Ron Fernley 403-485-2118 Strathmore Curling Club Mens Bonspiel March 16-23 Lance Smith 403-901-0909, 403-808-6506 [e-mail] Vulcan Curling Club Last Chance Open Spiel March 28 - 30 Wayne @ 403-485-6967 or -red @ 403-486-0205 Don't forget to stop in and enjoy our famous Rink Burgers during Milo Bonspiels. ** F°r other bor,spiel listings please see posters displayed downstairs in the Milo Curling Club or the oouthern Alberta Curling Association website www.saca.caTraffic Lights. Two elderly women were out driving in a large car. Both could barely see over the dashboard. As they were cruising along they came to an intersection. The stoplight was red but they just went on through. The woman in the passenger seat thought to herself "I must be losing it, I could have sworn we just went through a red light." After a few more minutes they came to another intersection and the light was red again and again they went right though. This time the woman in the passenger seat was almost sure that the light had been red but was really concerned that she was losing it. She was getting nervous and decided to pay very close attention to the road and the next intersection to see what was going on. At the next intersection, sure enough, the light was definitely red and they went right through and she turned to the other woman and said, "Mildred! Did you know we just ran through three red lights in a row! You could have killed us!" Mildred turned to her and said, “Oh, am I driving?" 104. A reporter was interviewing a 104 year-old woman: "And what do you think is the best thing about being 104?" the reporter asked. She simply replied, "No peer pressure." Herman. As a senior citizen was driving down the freeway, his car phone rang. Answering, he heard his wife's voice urgently warning him, "Herman, I just heard on the news that there's a car going the wrong way on 280. Please be careful!" "Heck," said Herman, "It's not just one car. It's hundreds of them!” Card Game. Two elderly gentlemen were playing cards on Saturday evening just as they have done for the past 50 years. Gus, the elder, had been having problems remembering what cards were what, and usually needed help from his wife. At the end of the card game Red said to Gus, "You did very well tonight. You didn't need any help at all. Why is that?" Gus replied, "Why, ever since my wife sent me to that memory school, I haven't had any problems at all." "Memory school? What memory school?" Gus thought for a moment, "Oh, what's that flower that’s red with thorns? A really pretty flower." "A rose?" asked Red. "Yeah, that's it!" Gus turned to his wife and mumbled, "Hey, Rose! What's the name of that memory school you sent me to?" Not Forgetful. Three ladies were discussing the travails of getting older. One said, "Sometimes I catch myself with a jar of mayonnaise in my hand, while standing in front of the refrigerator, and I can't remember whether I need to put it away, or start making a sandwich." The second lady chimed in with, "Yes, sometimes I find myself on the landing of the stairs and can't remember whether I was on my way up or on my way down." The third one responded, "Well, ladies, I'm glad I don't have that problem. Knock on wood," as she rapped her knuckles on the table, and then said, "That must be the door, I'll get it!"mIjMLw Historical Document CURLING RINK CONSTRUCTION 1970 MILO CU1L1IG mx* "BUILD DC PUSD* 23th. 1963 * October ivtfe. iy?o aBCEIpri AUC7ICH SALE WUCATHCB MKATXCKSi ZiKttl.K^c.Brd. 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Christo­pher Northcott did much of the organizing for this sig­nificant community event, with students participating as the Colour Guard, in laying wreaths, performing a Remembrance Day song and poem and providing some information about notable Canadian veterans. The highlight of the event was watching a video about Terry Taerum, a local “Dam Buster” war hero. Watch­ing this video and listening to the background infor­mation shared by Christopher Northcott helped make the reason for Remembrance Day more meaningful to the students. Legion member, John Scattergood, pre­sented prizes to students who entered the Legion art and writing contest last year. Congratulations to Elliza Spring Chief, Kaden Booth, Jaxson Deitz and Brogan Booth. The students and staff would like to thank emcee Christopher Northcott, Reverend Cranch, trumpeter Neil Northcott, Legion member, John Scattergood, all who placed wreaths in remembrance and particularly all of the community members who joined us. Also, thanks to the Milo Lions’ Club for the delicious doughnuts they shared with us. November was also a month that focused on students sharing their learning with their parents as Milo Commu­nity School hosted student-led conferences. Thank-you to all of the parents who joined their children for this demonstration of learning. During October, students were busy selling “Mom’s Pan­try” products as a Students’ Union fund-raiser. The plan is to fund an extra-curricular trip to see a WHL game. Thank- you to all of the people who provided support by purchasing these products. Our top two sellers were Zach Lewis and John Bertschy. Good job, boys!MILO SCHOOL NEWS Students are busy preparing for the annual Christmas Concert. This year, under the direc­tion of Naomi Snelgrove, students will be pre­senting “The Nutcracker”. We are looking for­ward to performing for families and community members. Please join us on Thursday, Decem­ber 12 as we celebrate the Christmas season. On December 17 students will put their creative juices to work as they decorate gingerbread houses. This exciting event will begin at 10:30 am. Volunteers are welcome to join in the fun! The staff andstudents Community SchooCwish you aCCa very Merry Christmas ancC a 3fa_pj)y New year!Government Alberta Government News Release: Nov 21,2013 Alberta takes big steps to protect against future flooding The Redford government is taking action to protect Alberta families and taxpayers from future floods by committing to major mitigation projects on the Highwood and Elbow Rivers. During a speech to the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, Premier Alison Redford announced that consultation and environmental reviews are set to begin on a diversion channel around High River and a dry dam upstream of Calgary. “I know families across Alberta want our government to do absolutely everything we can to make sure the damage caused by the flooding in June never happens again. The projects we are moving forward with will help us lower the risk of future flooding and keep southern Alberta residents safe.” - Premier Alison Redford In addition, the province is providing a grant to the City of Calgary to study the feasibility of an underground diversion from the Glenmore Reservoir to the Bow River. This project would be considered as part of Calgary’s flood mitigation plan. “Mitigation of future flood events and building resiliency are not only vital, they are a shared responsibility. We are pleased to hear of progress on upstream mitigation and are looking forward to further study of the Elbow River diversion project, which could yield huge benefits for Calgary." - Naheed Nenshi, Mayor of Calgary A number of community mitigation projects are already completed or underway in communities across southern Alberta, including High River and Medicine Hat. “These mitigation projects give our families, businesses and investors the confidence to move forward knowing we will be protected from the impact of future flood events. We look forward to partnering with the province as these plans take shape.” - Craig Snodgrass, Mayor of High River Work to consult with public and stakeholder groups as well as undertake environmental impact assessments will begin right away. “It is critical that we move forward as quickly as possible on these mitigation projects, and we recognize the importance of conducting environmental reviews to protect our communities and environmental resources.” - Diana McQueen, Minister of Environment and Sustainable Resource Development The projects are part of a province-wide mitigation strategy that adds layers of resiliency against future floods. Current and future mitigation projects are developed through consultations with Albertans, municipalities, irrigation districts, the province’s Flood Advisory Panel and experts such as Alberta WaterSMART. “WaterSMART is dedicated to continuing to work with the province to improve its existing watershed models. Together, we'll identify and evaluate various options for water management in Southern Alberta.” - Kim Sturgess, CEO, Alberta WaterSmart Under the Building Alberta Plan, our government is investing in families and communities, living within our means, and opening new markets for Alberta's resources to ensure we're able to fund the services Albertans told us matter most to them. We will continue to deliver the responsible change Albertans voted for. Highwood River project quick facts: •The proposed diversion channel around High River would reduce flood risk by diverting excess water away from the town. Route options, design and capacity will come after thorough consultation and assessment. •The peak flow rate of the Highwood River at High River during the June floods was between 1500-1800 cubic meters per second. Normal flow rates for the Highwood River at High River during the month of June are between 30-70 cubic meters per second. The diversion is projected to accommodate a peak flow of approximately 500 cubic meters per second. Elbow River tunnel project quick facts: •The province will fund a grant for the City of Calgary to conduct an engineering study on the feasibility of an underground diversion for the Elbow River. •The proposed diversion would tunnel from the Glenmore Reservoir, along 58 Avenue to the Bow River, east of downtown. •The diversion would be designed to accommodate a peak flow of 500 cubic meters per second. Elbow River dam project quick facts: •The dry dam upstream of Bragg Creek would manage flows on the Elbow as they flow into Calgary's Glenmore reservoir. •The proposed dam would have a capacity of 44 million cubic metres Community mitigation quick facts: •High River mitigation projects in progress, completed or starting soon: •Removal of the CP rail bridge and scraping of the Highwood River to remove debris, allowing the river to flow more freely. •Repair, raise and reinforce northwest dike sections and northwest bank protection. •Raising 498 Avenue to provide protection against flooding from the north. Medicine Hat mitigation projects starting soon: •Six approved erosion control projects funded by Flood Recovery Erosion Control grants will begin soon in Lions Park, Harlow, Riverside, Industrial Avenue, Water/Power Plant and River Road. •Installation of storm water gates/valves on various outfalls along the South Saskatchewan River, Ross Creek and Seven Persons Creek basins to prevent backflow during flooding.iiMial Milo Community Christmas Card Proceeds to go to Milo Community Hall Donations can be made at Milo Library and Milo Green FoodsThings Not To Say When Hanging Christmas Lights Did you know that hanging lights on a Christmas tree is one of the three most stressful situations in an on-going relationship? The other two danger zones are chasing cows together and wallpapering. We present an emergency list of “Things Not To Say When Hanging Lights on the Christmas Tree”: • "You've got two red lights right next to each other, goober. You're supposed to go yellow, green, red, blue, not yellow, red, red, green, blue." • "What on earth do you do to these lights when you put them away every year? Tie them in knots?" • "Come away from that ladder. I'm going to fry that sucker." • "Give me that." • "You've got the whole thing on the tree upside-down. The electric pluggee thing should be down here at the bottom, not up at the top." • "I don't care if you have found another two strings, I'm done!" • "You've just wound 'em around and around - I thought we agreed it shouldn't look like a spiral this year?" • "Have you been drinking?" • "Where's the cat?" • "If you're not going to do it right, don’t do it at all. Don't just throw them on, like you do the icicles." A Christmas Gift. A guy bought his wife a beautiful diamond ring for Christmas. After hearing about this extravagant gift, a friend of his said, "I thought she wanted one of those sporty four-wheel-drive vehicles." "She did," he replied. "But where was I going to find a fake Jeep?" A Thoughtful Christmas Gift. Jim asked his friend, Tony, whether he had bought his wife anything for Christmas. “Yes," came the answer from Tony who was a bit of a chauvinist, “I've bought her a belt and a bag." “That was very kind of you,” Jim added, “I hope she appreciated the thought” Tony smiled as he replied, “So do I, and hopefully the vacuum cleaner will work better now.” Top Ten Christmas Presents Your Wife Doesn’t Want. 10. A car wash kit 9. An extension ladder 8. Two all-day passes to Visions' Home Theatre Installation Seminar 7. Acaseof 10W-30 6. Five-year subscription to Sports Illustrated 5. A John Deere apron 4. New outboard motor for fishing boat 3. Rambo Trilogy on DVD 2. New satellite dish with all sports packages 1. Three-year supply of Mr. CleanfJIilo library ibrary Holiday Schedule Tuesday, DECEMBER 24 - CLOSED Thursday, DECEMBER 26 - CLOSED Tuesday, DECEMBER 31 - CLOSED Friday, December 27th - OPEN Thursday, January 2nd- OPEN - From the Milo Library Board, the Friends of the Library and staff. Milo Arena Dues for the 2013-14 Season (September to August) FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $ 75.00 Your contributions are greatly appreciated. The arena has quite high insurance and utility costs. When the fitness centre opens, charges for use of that part of the facility will be figured out, but your contributions here will be part of it. Please make cheques to Milo and District Agricultural Society. Payment can be made at Milo Library or by mail to Milo Ag. Society, Box 156, Milo Milo and District Agricultural Society FUNDS ME AVAILABLE FOR COMMUNITY PROJECTS Groups in the community can apply to the Ag, Society for funds for projects. We consider these applications at our AGM in December. We need a letter outlining your project and your group’s latest financial statements, if possible. Milo Ag Society Annual General Meeting December: Date TBA Agenda -2012/2013 Financial Statements - Reports from Committees - Requests for Funds Any adult in the community can be a member of the Ag. Society. There is an annual fee of $1 to become a member. You are always welcome. For funding requests, please mail or email your applications to the Ag. Society by mid-December. (Box 156, Milo) email:[e-mail] For more information you can contact the secretary-treasurer, Colleen Deitz (403-599-2306).Its so nice to see familiar faces from where you grew up as you never leave your Community roots. As many of you know, Samantha Ward works with us at Honkers and it’s great to say the Milo Girls are a team, from a great Community. On behalf of the Staff of Honkers Pub & Eatery, I would like to thank our Milo & Area Customers for their support at our Restaurant and Pub and wish them a Safe & Happy Holiday Season. We look forward to seeing you in the ftiture! HH Vicky Vanden Hoek (nee Vannatta) Owner/operator Canadian CAUTION:GOOSE DOWN LETHBRIDGE, AB • CANADA Breakfast 10-11:30am Full Menu U:30am-10pm Closed Sundays Events: www.honkerspub.com www.facebook.com/honkerspubeatery 2808 - 5th Ave N LETHBRIDGE 403-327-9405Get well. Best wishes for a speedy recovery to Kay Fitzpatrick. ■d *5 Thank You. Thank you sincerely for the lovely Farewell Tea and to all of you who came or sent wishes. Thank you to Brenda who organized the tea, made the beautiful posters, made buns, and countless other activities (all during a very busy week). Thank you to Linda for the beautiful cake; to Ann, Penny, Letty Lynn, Shannon, Kay and Betty for bringing filling and squares, and for helping (and to anyone else I might have missed). The flowers were exquisite and I’m still enjoying them. It was a very nice afternoon and sincerely appreciated. - Helen Thompson d Thank You. Thanks to those who organized and helped with the lovely send-off party for me at the Drop In. It was great to see you all and have a little visit again. You are a wonderful bunch and I will miss you greatly, however my mate is gone and life changes. Trying to manage in the wheelchair does not get any easier so looks like it's time to give it up. I still have a farm to deal with so have to be back now and then. If you are in Strathmore I’ll be at the Sagewood Care Center and would love to see you all. Have a Merry Christmas. Good luck and Good health to all. Sincerely, Nancy Bertschy ■ rf: Thank You. Many thanks to the people who helped make our Grey Cup Fun “Stick” Spiel a success. Thanks to the ice committee and their volunteers, the bar committee and to all of the members who helped out and participated. Sheldon Walker and Christine Egeland came in first with Keith Comstock and Ken Davidson placing second on the Pool A side and Wayne Shearer and Emmet Meehan were victorious over Llod Deitz and Donna Bennett-Deitz on the Pool B side. Congratulations to all. Also we want to thank Mike Hingley from Richardson Pioneer who generously donated items for the door prizes and to Louis and Denise Myers who donated their winnings back to the club. Put Grey Cup weekend on your calendar for next year because we plan on hosting this event again in 2014! Colleen Bartsch and Joanne Monner - Bonspiel committee Apology for having a screw loose. Sorry to Lion Bill Deitz for serving you my chocolate pie, complete with a screw from my mixmaster in the dream whip topping. I'm going to blam