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Submitted by Jody Ball
Still going strong since 1941, the motto of the Square Butte Ladies Group remains “United Together to Help Others”.
From the early years when this group of rural women in the Square Butte area first came together by fording creeks in bare feet, riding horseback and slogging through muddy roads by truck or car, they have continued to work to help those in need.
Originally, they became an auxiliary group to the Red Cross and knitted and sewed articles needed overseas by soldiers and refugees. After the war years, the group raised money for charities and sponsored children in a variety of ways.
Today the group continues the tradition of raising money for charities and community groups by sewing and baking.
They sell home baking and crafts at several of the summer Millarville markets, host teas and raffle a quilt each fall which they make together at an old-fashioned quilting bee.
This year's raffle draw took place at the Square Butte Community Hall on Sunday, September 19th during the community potluck evening; which the group sponsors each year.
The winner of this year's beautiful queen-size quilt was Kathy Mascaro.
The second prize, a lovely hand stitched table topper, was won by David Rankin.
Many thanks to everyone who purchased raffle tickets.
So far in 2010, the Square Butte Ladies Group has helped out the following charities and community groups: Camp Horizon, Oilfields Food Bank, Foothills Regional EMS, Literacy for Life, Oilfields Health Foundation, DARE Works Society, Foothills Search and Rescue, STARS and Developmental Disabilities DDRC.
Joining the group is a very good way to join in the spirit of the community and lend a helping hand in a fun way among familiar faces.
There's nothing like working and laughing together to feel like you belong – everyone is welcome!
We meet on the third Tuesday of every month except for the summer when we are glued to our ovens, baking up a storm.
For more information about the Square Butte Ladies Group, or to become a member call Jody Ball at 403-931-2451.
(Thanks to Susan Graham for the group history)
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Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Turner Valley School News - Waxing for Cancer Fundraiser
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Our fundraising for Cancer research efforts got off to a great start with our summer read-a-thon program. students have been encouraged to raise funds for Cancer research to meet the goal of raising $1,000.00 with the incentive of seeing Mr. Berrigan and Mr. Bennington having their legs waxed on stage in front of the whole school on September 30th!! This fundraiser is ongoing in conjunction with our Toonies for Terry – Marathon of Hope. The target is within reach!!
As of September 27th, we have received just over $900.00 in donations. The final day for donations will be September 30th. As soon as we have $1000.00 we will alert our volunteer hair removal experts to have them standing by to perform professional leg waxing on Mr Berrigan and Mr. Bennington at our Assembly on Thursday, September 30th at 1:00pm in the gym.
Following the leg waxing we will hold our annual Turner Valley School Terry Fox Run along the Friendship Trail. As always the Terry Fox story inspires students to raise money for cancer research and go the extra mile. We appreciate Mr. Bennington and Mr. Berrigan for their bravery and willingness to support fundraising for cancer research and hope that the Turner Valley School community's generosity hasn't caused them too many sleepless nights. In fact as the following letter from Mr Berrigan demonstrates, he is relishing this opportunity to support the Terry Fox cause.
To my beloved colleagues,
As it does now appear that I shall have no recourse but to endure the "pain and suffering" that the students of Turner Valley School appear to deem necessary by way of their donations, I am now resigned to what appears to be my inevitable fate. I walk this alleged Green Mile unafraid for I am convinced that the agony of instant hair removal has been greatly exaggerated by the faint-hearted contingent of the school. I look forward to demonstrating what I'm sure will appear to you as a seemingly superhuman threshold for pain with little more than a slight clench of the teeth and perhaps an even more slightly veiled sense of victory.
In essence, do your worst.
Love,
Mr. Matthew "School of Hard Knocks" Berrigan
Our fundraising for Cancer research efforts got off to a great start with our summer read-a-thon program. students have been encouraged to raise funds for Cancer research to meet the goal of raising $1,000.00 with the incentive of seeing Mr. Berrigan and Mr. Bennington having their legs waxed on stage in front of the whole school on September 30th!! This fundraiser is ongoing in conjunction with our Toonies for Terry – Marathon of Hope. The target is within reach!!
As of September 27th, we have received just over $900.00 in donations. The final day for donations will be September 30th. As soon as we have $1000.00 we will alert our volunteer hair removal experts to have them standing by to perform professional leg waxing on Mr Berrigan and Mr. Bennington at our Assembly on Thursday, September 30th at 1:00pm in the gym.
Following the leg waxing we will hold our annual Turner Valley School Terry Fox Run along the Friendship Trail. As always the Terry Fox story inspires students to raise money for cancer research and go the extra mile. We appreciate Mr. Bennington and Mr. Berrigan for their bravery and willingness to support fundraising for cancer research and hope that the Turner Valley School community's generosity hasn't caused them too many sleepless nights. In fact as the following letter from Mr Berrigan demonstrates, he is relishing this opportunity to support the Terry Fox cause.
To my beloved colleagues,
As it does now appear that I shall have no recourse but to endure the "pain and suffering" that the students of Turner Valley School appear to deem necessary by way of their donations, I am now resigned to what appears to be my inevitable fate. I walk this alleged Green Mile unafraid for I am convinced that the agony of instant hair removal has been greatly exaggerated by the faint-hearted contingent of the school. I look forward to demonstrating what I'm sure will appear to you as a seemingly superhuman threshold for pain with little more than a slight clench of the teeth and perhaps an even more slightly veiled sense of victory.
In essence, do your worst.
Love,
Mr. Matthew "School of Hard Knocks" Berrigan
Gifts and Gripes - Tyler Bray
(Page 29)
Dear Editor,
Pretenders vs. Contenders
I am writing this letter to the Gateway Gazette today in approval of the recent article written by reporter Todd Curran.
Hot topics are subjects that bring out the emotion in people, both good and bad. However the question we need to ask ourselves is, once the Hot topics are settled, usually within a short period of time, what does the candidate running for council on the hot topics, then bring to the table.
As stated in the Gateway Gazette article, the business of running a town is just that, running a business. For the first time in several years, we have ten candidates running for councillor. This is good news. The voters should now examine what each candidate brings to the table for the full three years of their projected term in office. Is there leadership, proven track record, accountability?
2010 will be the year of the angry vote in Black Diamond. It is important to remove the emotion and ask who is just running for a pay check and who will work the hardest for you over the full three year term.
Tyler Bray
Running for Re-election as Councillor,
Black Diamond
All “Letters To The Editor” are more than welcome at the Gateway Gazette and whenever possible we will endeavour to print them. We reserve the right to edit or not publish submissions if they are in extreme bad taste, vulgar or could do damage to other specific persons. Please note that published submissions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Gateway Gazette, staff, associates or family. The Gateway Gazette (along with anyone connected to the Gateway Gazette) does not assume any liability or responsibility in light of the opinions of others. With all of that out of the way, please feel free to send us your thoughts or opinions, preferably by email at: gazette@telus.net, you can fax them to: 938-2473, or you can drop them off in our drop-box at Coyote Moon in Turner Valley or at Pharmasave in Black Diamond.
Dear Editor,
Pretenders vs. Contenders
I am writing this letter to the Gateway Gazette today in approval of the recent article written by reporter Todd Curran.
Hot topics are subjects that bring out the emotion in people, both good and bad. However the question we need to ask ourselves is, once the Hot topics are settled, usually within a short period of time, what does the candidate running for council on the hot topics, then bring to the table.
As stated in the Gateway Gazette article, the business of running a town is just that, running a business. For the first time in several years, we have ten candidates running for councillor. This is good news. The voters should now examine what each candidate brings to the table for the full three years of their projected term in office. Is there leadership, proven track record, accountability?
2010 will be the year of the angry vote in Black Diamond. It is important to remove the emotion and ask who is just running for a pay check and who will work the hardest for you over the full three year term.
Tyler Bray
Running for Re-election as Councillor,
Black Diamond
All “Letters To The Editor” are more than welcome at the Gateway Gazette and whenever possible we will endeavour to print them. We reserve the right to edit or not publish submissions if they are in extreme bad taste, vulgar or could do damage to other specific persons. Please note that published submissions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Gateway Gazette, staff, associates or family. The Gateway Gazette (along with anyone connected to the Gateway Gazette) does not assume any liability or responsibility in light of the opinions of others. With all of that out of the way, please feel free to send us your thoughts or opinions, preferably by email at: gazette@telus.net, you can fax them to: 938-2473, or you can drop them off in our drop-box at Coyote Moon in Turner Valley or at Pharmasave in Black Diamond.
Gifts and Gripes - Roxanne Walsh
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Dear Editor,
Is Turner Valley ready to engage in an active democracy?
There have been some interesting letters being written over the past few weeks from Diamond Valley residents about the Library and about the track record of Turner Valley Town Councillors this past term. It is obvious an election is coming!
It is all too easy to blame Council for the lack of leadership, missteps and some of the other complaints that have been identified or been on the minds of residents. The real problem does not lie solely on the shoulders of Council or even Administration. The real problem lies in the choices made at the ballot box and the lack of interest from residents in-between elections.
Is Turner Valley ready to engage in an active democracy? In an active democracy, residents not only research and question the candidates asking for your vote, they also attend Council meetings to ensure the elected are walking their talk. They inform themselves by reading documents instead of relying on hearsay from their neighbours. They take a personal interest in the affairs of the community they live in so that Council's decisions are based on the common good of the residents and not on self or other interests. They demand to be included in important decisions that affect their tax dollars. The Library, the Reservoir, Centre 78 and the Gas Plant are just a few examples of decisions that have been set in motion or implemented without properly engaging the residents prior to money being committed.
The truth of the matter is Turner Valley's Mayor and Council were doing the best they could. Was their best good enough to satisfy the residents? I guess we will find out on October 18th, but casting your vote should not end your engagement in the affairs of your community. Without an active democracy, you can pretty much expect your taxes to rise higher than you can really afford. It's time to engage.
Roxanne Walsh
Runing for Councillor, Turner Valley
All “Letters To The Editor” are more than welcome at the Gateway Gazette and whenever possible we will endeavour to print them. We reserve the right to edit or not publish submissions if they are in extreme bad taste, vulgar or could do damage to other specific persons. Please note that published submissions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Gateway Gazette, staff, associates or family. The Gateway Gazette (along with anyone connected to the Gateway Gazette) does not assume any liability or responsibility in light of the opinions of others. With all of that out of the way, please feel free to send us your thoughts or opinions, preferably by email at: gazette@telus.net, you can fax them to: 938-2473, or you can drop them off in our drop-box at Coyote Moon in Turner Valley or at Pharmasave in Black Diamond.
Dear Editor,
Is Turner Valley ready to engage in an active democracy?
There have been some interesting letters being written over the past few weeks from Diamond Valley residents about the Library and about the track record of Turner Valley Town Councillors this past term. It is obvious an election is coming!
It is all too easy to blame Council for the lack of leadership, missteps and some of the other complaints that have been identified or been on the minds of residents. The real problem does not lie solely on the shoulders of Council or even Administration. The real problem lies in the choices made at the ballot box and the lack of interest from residents in-between elections.
Is Turner Valley ready to engage in an active democracy? In an active democracy, residents not only research and question the candidates asking for your vote, they also attend Council meetings to ensure the elected are walking their talk. They inform themselves by reading documents instead of relying on hearsay from their neighbours. They take a personal interest in the affairs of the community they live in so that Council's decisions are based on the common good of the residents and not on self or other interests. They demand to be included in important decisions that affect their tax dollars. The Library, the Reservoir, Centre 78 and the Gas Plant are just a few examples of decisions that have been set in motion or implemented without properly engaging the residents prior to money being committed.
The truth of the matter is Turner Valley's Mayor and Council were doing the best they could. Was their best good enough to satisfy the residents? I guess we will find out on October 18th, but casting your vote should not end your engagement in the affairs of your community. Without an active democracy, you can pretty much expect your taxes to rise higher than you can really afford. It's time to engage.
Roxanne Walsh
Runing for Councillor, Turner Valley
All “Letters To The Editor” are more than welcome at the Gateway Gazette and whenever possible we will endeavour to print them. We reserve the right to edit or not publish submissions if they are in extreme bad taste, vulgar or could do damage to other specific persons. Please note that published submissions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Gateway Gazette, staff, associates or family. The Gateway Gazette (along with anyone connected to the Gateway Gazette) does not assume any liability or responsibility in light of the opinions of others. With all of that out of the way, please feel free to send us your thoughts or opinions, preferably by email at: gazette@telus.net, you can fax them to: 938-2473, or you can drop them off in our drop-box at Coyote Moon in Turner Valley or at Pharmasave in Black Diamond.
Follow the Tracks to the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area
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By: Christina Keough
Do you love nature? Have a passion for wildlife? Enjoy hiking in a place with spectacular scenery that is also close to the city? The Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area (ASCCA) is a place you want to know more about!
Or perhaps you already enjoy hiking the land at the ASCCA but don't know about the many other things that go on here, such as education programs and habitat management. Or you could be a long-time supporter of the Cross Conservation Area and want to know our latest updates and plans!
All this and more will be found at the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area Fall Open House 2010 on Saturday, October 16th. Drop in between 9:30am and 12:00pm at Belvedere House at the ASCCA to chat with us, learn more about the Cross Conservation Area, give us your feedback, play kids nature games and have all sorts of fun!
Join a guided hike at 10:30am, which is a wonderful way to see the land and connect with other hikers. Back inside, hot chocolate and cookies will be provided. All ages are welcome. So bring the kids, bring a friend or just bring yourself out for the festivities! There will be ASCCA merchandise available, including water bottles, caps, mugs and the always popular, beautifully illustrated Paradise Preserved book and you could win a door prize just for coming by.
Please RSVP to:
info@crossconservation.org by October 13th and let us know if you would like to join the guided hike. Visit:
www.crossconservation.org for additional information and directions. We look forward to seeing you at the Cross Conservation Area!
By: Christina Keough
Do you love nature? Have a passion for wildlife? Enjoy hiking in a place with spectacular scenery that is also close to the city? The Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area (ASCCA) is a place you want to know more about!
Or perhaps you already enjoy hiking the land at the ASCCA but don't know about the many other things that go on here, such as education programs and habitat management. Or you could be a long-time supporter of the Cross Conservation Area and want to know our latest updates and plans!
All this and more will be found at the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area Fall Open House 2010 on Saturday, October 16th. Drop in between 9:30am and 12:00pm at Belvedere House at the ASCCA to chat with us, learn more about the Cross Conservation Area, give us your feedback, play kids nature games and have all sorts of fun!
Join a guided hike at 10:30am, which is a wonderful way to see the land and connect with other hikers. Back inside, hot chocolate and cookies will be provided. All ages are welcome. So bring the kids, bring a friend or just bring yourself out for the festivities! There will be ASCCA merchandise available, including water bottles, caps, mugs and the always popular, beautifully illustrated Paradise Preserved book and you could win a door prize just for coming by.
Please RSVP to:
info@crossconservation.org by October 13th and let us know if you would like to join the guided hike. Visit:
www.crossconservation.org for additional information and directions. We look forward to seeing you at the Cross Conservation Area!
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