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By Todd Curran
In a humanitarian effort by the Lions Club to provide recycled eye wear free of charge to people in developing countries, the Turner Valley Legion is providing a home for the drop box to collect used prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses.
The Lions Eyeglass Recycling Program began in Alberta in 1996, growing from provincial to national to international status. With Lions Club members funding and overseeing the program while collecting and distributing the donated glasses, the Alberta Government supplied a facility for Calgary Correctional Centre volunteer inmates to receive, sort, sanitize, repair, and prepare the glasses for shipping. The highly successful initiative has now recycled and distributed millions of pairs of glasses worldwide.
In a new initiative, Lions Club District 37-0 has partnered with David Campbell of Global Vision 20/20 to provide self adjusting ad-specs glasses that volunteers can take out into the field to correct vision.
The ongoing Eyeglass Recycling Program is a winning trifecta, furnishing people in need with prescription eyewear, the Lions Club making the world a better place through volunteer-driven humanitarian services and offering inmates the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the global community.
Dust off those old Drew Carey glasses, the 80's ones you purchased from Utilitarian Soviet Eyewear Emporium, and drop them off at the Turner Valley Legion for someone who really needs them.
For more information on the program visit www.clerc.ca.
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Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Millarville Saddle Sores
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By Nicole Oliver
Another month has flown by. November started out with great weather and we were able to go ahead with our bomb proofing clinic which took place on October 31st with Kathleen Winfield which was lots of fun. We had horses walking over pop bottles, mattresses, water, tires, as well as using lots of other obstacles and toys. We also had an optional ride on November 13th. Unfortunately the weather took a turn for the worse so we had to postpone our first Gymkhana event of the year, it was just too cold. However, by the end the month we were able to go ahead with our regular meeting and ride. Let's hope the weather is more cooperative from now on.
We have a very busy month planned for December with an optional ride and Christmas party, followed by our regular meeting and ride then our club will be participating in the reindeer races which should be lots of fun. On behalf of our executive Katie Clarke (President), Robin Knol (Vice President), Miku Beer (Secretary), Alina Johns (Treasurer), Megan Rawn (Historian) and myself we wish you all a safe and happy holiday season.
Happy trails
By Nicole Oliver
Another month has flown by. November started out with great weather and we were able to go ahead with our bomb proofing clinic which took place on October 31st with Kathleen Winfield which was lots of fun. We had horses walking over pop bottles, mattresses, water, tires, as well as using lots of other obstacles and toys. We also had an optional ride on November 13th. Unfortunately the weather took a turn for the worse so we had to postpone our first Gymkhana event of the year, it was just too cold. However, by the end the month we were able to go ahead with our regular meeting and ride. Let's hope the weather is more cooperative from now on.
We have a very busy month planned for December with an optional ride and Christmas party, followed by our regular meeting and ride then our club will be participating in the reindeer races which should be lots of fun. On behalf of our executive Katie Clarke (President), Robin Knol (Vice President), Miku Beer (Secretary), Alina Johns (Treasurer), Megan Rawn (Historian) and myself we wish you all a safe and happy holiday season.
Happy trails
Christmas Campaign - Rowan House Emergency Shelter
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Rowan House Emergency Shelter provides Foothills women and their children a safe environment with temporary housing and other services that lead to a life free of violence.
At this time of year we like to provide the women of the shelter with what many of us see as essentials, but to them may seem totally out of financial reach.
We are asking that you participate in our Gift Card Campaign this Holiday Season. Look for a brightly covered Rowan House gift box at one of the following locations:
Okotoks - Okotoks Public Library, Tribal Connections, Wild Rose Jewellery and Gifts
High River – High River Centennial Library, Colossi's Coffee House, Sobey's
Black Diamond/Turner Valley – Sheep River Library, The Chuckwagon Café
Longview – Ian Tyson's Navajo Mug
Nanton – Quality of Life Foundation (FCSS Office)
Vulcan – Sarini Fine Jewellery, FCSS Office
Claresholm – Garden Soul, Journey's Wellness Centre, Bank of Montreal
Christmas Needs:
volunteer@rowanhouseonline.org
Rowan House Emergency Shelter provides Foothills women and their children a safe environment with temporary housing and other services that lead to a life free of violence.
At this time of year we like to provide the women of the shelter with what many of us see as essentials, but to them may seem totally out of financial reach.
We are asking that you participate in our Gift Card Campaign this Holiday Season. Look for a brightly covered Rowan House gift box at one of the following locations:
Okotoks - Okotoks Public Library, Tribal Connections, Wild Rose Jewellery and Gifts
High River – High River Centennial Library, Colossi's Coffee House, Sobey's
Black Diamond/Turner Valley – Sheep River Library, The Chuckwagon Café
Longview – Ian Tyson's Navajo Mug
Nanton – Quality of Life Foundation (FCSS Office)
Vulcan – Sarini Fine Jewellery, FCSS Office
Claresholm – Garden Soul, Journey's Wellness Centre, Bank of Montreal
- Enjoy “shopping” for a gift card.
- Bring the gift card to one of the locations listed above.
- Our Christmas “Elves” will pick up the gift cards and distribute them to the families we work with.
- A mother will be given the dignity and pleasure of purchasing for her family what they truly need.
Christmas Needs:
- Gift Cards: Wal-Mart, Sobey's, No Frills, Co-Op, Canadian Tire, Clothing Stores, etc.
- Gas Gift Cards: - Fas Gas, Esso, Co-Op, etc.
- Recreational Gift Cards: Swimming, Movies, Entertainment, Zoo, Fun Centers, Local Attractions, Restaurants, etc.
- Self Care Gift Cards: Haircuts, Massage, Manicure/Pedicure
- Laundry Detergent
- Women's Pajamas,
- Slippers
- Shampoo and
- Conditioner
- Hair Brushes
- Body Wash
- Cleaning Supplies
- Paper Towels, Toilet
- Paper, Kleenex
- Baby Monitors
- Alarm Clocks
- Bath Towels (large
- ones please)
- Mop Bucket
- Baking Pans
volunteer@rowanhouseonline.org
Millarville-Stockland 4-H Beef Club Project Meeting
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Hunter Egeland, Club Reporter
On November 24th, the Millarville Stockland Beef 4-H Club held its Project Meeting. We discussed some upcoming events, like District Curling, Public Speaking Workshop (January 8th and 9th) and Reindeer Races at the Millarville Race Track on December 18th, in which our very own president, Ben Arkes will be competing - go Ben go! We also discussed our Christmas party, which will be held December 17th at Laser Tag - we are all very excited. We will be having pizza after our games and a Secret Santa exchange. However, the best part of our meeting was our Veterinarian guest speaker, Dr. Oliver Schunicht. He taught us about feeding our steers and heifers, as well as providing us with tips on how to keep them healthy. Thank you so much for coming and speaking to our club Dr. Oliver, we really appreciate it!!! My heifer, Gillian, is doing really well. She is always first to the feed trough and is putting on weight nicely. I rode on her back the other day, too. She's really tame.
Our club's next meeting is December 8th at 7:30. I will write again after our Christmas Party and let everyone know how it went. Till then, stay warm!!
Hunter Egeland, Club Reporter
On November 24th, the Millarville Stockland Beef 4-H Club held its Project Meeting. We discussed some upcoming events, like District Curling, Public Speaking Workshop (January 8th and 9th) and Reindeer Races at the Millarville Race Track on December 18th, in which our very own president, Ben Arkes will be competing - go Ben go! We also discussed our Christmas party, which will be held December 17th at Laser Tag - we are all very excited. We will be having pizza after our games and a Secret Santa exchange. However, the best part of our meeting was our Veterinarian guest speaker, Dr. Oliver Schunicht. He taught us about feeding our steers and heifers, as well as providing us with tips on how to keep them healthy. Thank you so much for coming and speaking to our club Dr. Oliver, we really appreciate it!!! My heifer, Gillian, is doing really well. She is always first to the feed trough and is putting on weight nicely. I rode on her back the other day, too. She's really tame.
Our club's next meeting is December 8th at 7:30. I will write again after our Christmas Party and let everyone know how it went. Till then, stay warm!!
Elves Make Literacy Christmacy
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What do Santa and his energetic elves have in common with Literacy for Life, two school divisions, four area libraries, Parent Link Center, Foothills Immigration Services and the Museum of the Highwood? A group of industrious people (who don't really resemble the elves other than their cheerfulness and hardworking attitudes) from each of these agencies are busy planning events to entertain you on Family Literacy Day on January 27th, 2011. While everyone else is busy planning and thinking about the “Christmas Season”, these dedicated souls are wracking their brains to come up with literacy based activities to help families celebrate the art of PLAY during the cold, grey month of January.
The winners of the local area Lunch with Munsch writing contest will be enjoying lunch with local author Jacqueline Guest at the High River Library on January 27th and notable VIP's from the region will be out trying to catch people reading from 11am to 2pm that day as well. Watch out for smiling people in bright red hats and mitts!! Agencies from around the entire MD of Foothills will be invited to participate with a play based literacy activity on January 27th from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the Sheep River Library, Okotoks Recreation Center and the High River Recreation Center. If your agency or family is interested in presenting an activity at any or all of the three venues please contact Michele Geistlinger, Literacy for Life, Resource Development Coordinator at 403-652-5090 or m.geistlinger@litforlife.com. Thank you to all volunteers and supporters of Literacy for Life for everything you have done over the year for your community through our Foundation. If you would like to view an uplifting video check this out on You-Tube at
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6D9jiEYxzs
Literacy for Life would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season. We appreciate your continuing support!
Don't forget to curl up with your favourite little person and read a great story together. Trust me that this memory will mean more to your child 20 years from now than any present you can think of to purchase today!!
What do Santa and his energetic elves have in common with Literacy for Life, two school divisions, four area libraries, Parent Link Center, Foothills Immigration Services and the Museum of the Highwood? A group of industrious people (who don't really resemble the elves other than their cheerfulness and hardworking attitudes) from each of these agencies are busy planning events to entertain you on Family Literacy Day on January 27th, 2011. While everyone else is busy planning and thinking about the “Christmas Season”, these dedicated souls are wracking their brains to come up with literacy based activities to help families celebrate the art of PLAY during the cold, grey month of January.
The winners of the local area Lunch with Munsch writing contest will be enjoying lunch with local author Jacqueline Guest at the High River Library on January 27th and notable VIP's from the region will be out trying to catch people reading from 11am to 2pm that day as well. Watch out for smiling people in bright red hats and mitts!! Agencies from around the entire MD of Foothills will be invited to participate with a play based literacy activity on January 27th from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the Sheep River Library, Okotoks Recreation Center and the High River Recreation Center. If your agency or family is interested in presenting an activity at any or all of the three venues please contact Michele Geistlinger, Literacy for Life, Resource Development Coordinator at 403-652-5090 or m.geistlinger@litforlife.com. Thank you to all volunteers and supporters of Literacy for Life for everything you have done over the year for your community through our Foundation. If you would like to view an uplifting video check this out on You-Tube at
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6D9jiEYxzs
Literacy for Life would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season. We appreciate your continuing support!
Don't forget to curl up with your favourite little person and read a great story together. Trust me that this memory will mean more to your child 20 years from now than any present you can think of to purchase today!!
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