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Fox Valley and Richmound Community News
Including Golden Prairie and Liebenthal
March 2, 2009 Volume 2 Number 8
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Our Contests!!
We will be reviewing all of the entries to our "My Community" Writing Contest and Drawing Contest. Thank you to all who entered. Winners will be announced this week and it's going to be a real difficult task due to the high quality of the entries. |
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 Fox Valley News from Susan Rose
Homes of Hope Mission Complete
Fox Valley participants in the Homes of Hope Mission to build a school in San Quintin, Mexico, came home full of enthusiasm about their experience. Brianna Napper, Caitlin Buye, Ron Buye, Courtney Bosch, and Kerry Bakanec went from Fox Valley. The mission was led by Harold and Pearl Plato from Hope Church in Burstall and 37 people in all took part. The group built a school in four days. They worked until about 8 pm each night except the first when they were rained out about 4:00. Highlights of the 35 hour bus trip (each way) included seeing the strip in Las Vegas, visiting LaBoufadora which is a marketplace full of kiosks selling clothing, jewelry etc., seeing the ocean from the Habana Banana restaurant, eating amazing food, and stopping at Disneyland on the way home.
On February 20, 21, and 22, Fox Valley hosted its annual Rec Hockey Tourney. Participating teams were: Fox Valley, Sab's Saloon, Petro Dogs, Medicine Hat, Richmound, and Burstall. The final saw Fox Valley defeating Medicine Hat 7-6. The Rec Hockey team would like to thank the grade twelves and their parents for running the canteen. The FRBL Apache Midget Blues entered the second round of playoffs in Fox Valley on Thursday, February 26th. They defeated Glentworth 7-3. 
A number of people from Fox Valley were able to attend the Purity Rally at Holy Cross High School in Saskatoon on the weekend of February 20th. The Purity Rally is an annual event, organized by Carmen Marcoux, a local author, and her crew - a mix of her own extended family and numerous other teens. It was an awesome event. The main speaker was Fr. Clair Watrin, founder of Live-in Retreats. He is a captivating speaker and is, at present, chaplain of JP II Bible College in Radway, Alberta. This is a very family-friendly event every year. There are programs for 4-7 year-olds, and for 8-11 year-olds, while everyone 12 and up is welcome to stay for the talks. It is always held on the last Saturday before Ash Wednesday. Anyone interested in further information can check out courtshipnow.com.
Braden Buye, son of Gwen and Daniel Buye, has received an MIAC Scholarship. This scholarship is the Alberta Chamber of Resouces Award in Mining Engineering. It is awarded on both academic merit and extra-curricular involvement/achievements for second-year undergraduate students enroled in the University of Alberta Faculty of Engineering's School of Mining. The ten scholarships of $2,000 are sponsored by the mining companies in the Alberta Chamber of Resouces. In addition to having outstanding marks, Braden is a multi-sport athlete, excelling in hockey, football, rugby, and baseball.
The R.M. of Fox Valley held their annual supper and meeting on Thursday, February 26th. The Valley Oasis Restaurant catered the meal for 70 people. After the supper, there was an informational meeting regarding Downy and Japanese Brome.
We would like to extend our sympathies to Donna Neigum and her family on the passing of her mother Mary Schneider. |
| Richmound News from Gordon Ziegler and the Richmound Lions Club
Highlights from Wednesday's Richmound Lions Meeting:
Much of the evening was spent preparing for the Club's 25th Anniversary on Wednesday, March 25. All current and former members/partners and also public are invited.
Tickets are $25.00/couple; contact Lion Treasurer Blair Bosch or Secretary Gordon Ziegler. Highlights will include recognition of currrent/past members, music by Adolph/Victoria Wagner & Harry Koch plus the fist visit to our Club by an International Director, Dr. Patti Hill of Edmonton.
Lions' annual local Canvass for the CNIB is complete with approx. $1600.00 donated.
Start rehearsing for the 2nd Annual Lions Night at Carnegie Hall - Talent Night on Saturday, March 14. Call Lion Bill Gergely for details.
Donations approved:
1. $100.00 to Diabetes Cavalcade
(Diabetes is a leading cause of preventable blindness, something which all Lions Clubs strive to eradicate.)
2. $200.00 to Saskatoon Lions Youth Band, an all-star band of young people from across Saskatchewan which will represent us at the Lions International Convention in Minneapolis this summer.
3. $500.00 to Medicine Hat Relay for Life - support for local and former residents who fight against cancer. |
 Fox Valley Rec Board
23rd ANNUAL RECREATION BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at the Curling Rink
Meeting: 7:30 p.m. Sharp (Note change of start time from last weeks newsletter)
Cribbage Tournament to follow meeting
Cash Prizes/No Entry Fee
Everyone Welcome. The Public is encouraged to attend.
Come out and see what the recreation board has accomplished this past year for our rec. facilities and the community.
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Spring Fling
April 17, 2009
Fox Valley Community Hall
$25 per person
Happy Hour 5:30 Supper 6:30
Spring Fling will prove to be a night of great entertainment featuring a sausage and pyrogy supper (home made pyrogies) as well as salads and desert. Supper will be followed by our local comedian "Martha". Dancing with the "STARS" will follow. This will include judging by a panel of judges and crowd involvement in the judging. Tickets are available at Meyes Fuels 666-4434 or Car Wash 666-4600 .
Volunteers are needed to make pyrogies - call Delia at 666-2139
Volunteers are needed for the banquet committee, call Denise at 666-4454 or 666-2035. |
 Classified Advertising
Business for Sale - Valley Variety business and building are for sale. Includes liquor vendor, variety store, ATM and building. Call Collette at 666-2184
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Spring Triticale - good germination - call Lester at 666-4447 or 306-558-7017
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Round rye straw bales for sale - call Harry Weinberger 662-8933
_______________________________________________________ 1997 Lumina for sale 68 thousand km.s new tires All white with a blue interior.. 4500.00$ call John at 666-3031
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1994 Suburban - 4 wheel drive, good condition $5000 Call Harry Weinberger
at 662-8933
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Chev S10 Extreme for sale 1999 model year with 190K km - call Dan Brilz at 669-2182 or 403-548-8928
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Morris Air Drill for sale - 29ft Tow Behoind, Double Shoot Morris air drill, 7180 tank, 12 inch spacing with splitters and 14 inch knock on sweeps. Also comes with extra set of shanks and knives. Tank has two clutches for full time or spot fetilizing. Appraised at $43,000 - selling for $36,500. Phone Terry at 403-526-1407 or cell 403-548-9925
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Housing for Rent - by Housing Authority. Duplex available immediately - contact Irene Buye at 666-2189
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 Events and Notices
Pot Luck Supper at the community Centre on Tuesday March 17 th (St Patrick's Day) at 5:30pm. The annual meeting will follow. Everyone is welcome. ________________________________
VILLAGE NOTICE
2009 Business Licenses are now due. Under Bylaw No. 02-06 any persons carrying on or engaging in business, industry, trade, or occupation within village limits is required to apply for a business license.
Fees are as follows:
1. Contractors (examples: general contractors, heavy equipment operators, electricians, plumbers, roofers, carpenters, painters, furnace cleaners, rug cleaners, carpet layers, window & door installers, siding installers, mechanics, welding, etc.) $125.00 per year
2. Home Occupations: (examples: makeup, face & body products, home interior, body therapy, household products, sewing, hairdressing, bookkeeping, etc.) $50.00 per year.
3. Transient Traders: (examples: fruit trucks, fish trucks, refrigerated trucks, etc) $125.00 per year.
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St. Mary's Church Directory
March 13 & 14
Fox Valley Church Basement
Your family will receive a free pictorial directory for participating, and will have an opportunity to purchase studio portraits.
-no sitting fee
-booking every 10 min.; Fri. 2:30-8:30, Sat. 9:30-3:00
-30-45 minutes per session, this includes the photography and viewing.
-if these dates don't work we can arrange for you to go to Richmound (March 5) or Leader(March 6 & 7)
-This directory will include Leader, Richmound, Prelate, Lancer, Liebenthal and Burstall.
-only one evening(Friday) available for Fox Valley.
Please make it easier by phoning me to make an appointment or mark the sign up sheet at the back of church. The earlier you book the better your choices. Phone Kendra Volk with questions &/or appointments, 666-2017.
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Entertaining Lineup at SABs Saloon
WEDNESDAY March 11 CRIBBAGE TOURNAMENT.. Deadline for entries.February 24th....$5.00 entry fee. PRIZE for winning team. SATURDAY MARCH 14 SABS' SALOON SINGLES POOL TOURNAMENT*** GALS' DIVISION and GUYS' DIVISION Entry Deadline..................March 14th.
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Great Opportunity for Local Entrepreneurs and Business People
Did you know that the Fox Valley Loans Co-op can provide up to $15,000 to help start or expand your business? With interests rates of 3.5% over as long as 5 years this is a real opportunity to take advantage of the best ecomony in Canada (right here in Saskatchewan). The money can be used for such things as inventory or equipment. For more details talk to Cam at 666-2066
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Saturday, March 14: A Night at Carnegie Hall - 2nd Annual Talent Night, sponsored by Richmound Lions Club, Public Welcome - food & beverages available; Women's Shelter donations requested. Call Bill Gergely at 306-4735 for details or to enter.
Wednesday, March 25: Richmound Lions Club 25th Anniversary; supper at 6:30; Admission $25.00/couple; guests from Edmonton, Bethune, Saskatoon, Medicine Hat, Irvine. Call Gordon Ziegler
Saturday, March 28: Richmound Lions Rock Concert featuring The Stampeders; Admission $40.00. Call Gene Perreault 669-4227.
Tuesday, March 31: Lions catering Chinook Credit Union (Richmound Branch) Annual Meeting
Wow! things are sure rockin in Richmound this month! |
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SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER ON DEVINE MERCY
Following the 10:00 a.m.Sunday Celebration at Saint Mary's Church in Fox Valley on MARCH 8th, you are invited to a presentation by SHIRLEY OLESKIW. Shirly was appointed Director of Eucharstic Apostles of Devine Mercy for Canada, EADM, after receiving a miracle healing in 2001, through the intercession of Saint Faustina.
Saint Faustina was canonized by Pope John Paul the second on April 3rd 2000
Shirley has dedicated the last seven years to promoting the "Message of Mercy" ,she and her husband Leo are presently the Custodians of the new EADM centre in Regina [where daily adoration is held.
At the presentation Shirley will have religious articles on Devine Mercy etc.
Coffee and Lunch will be served. EVERYONE WELCOME |
GRADUATION is coming...
We would like you to remember this year with some specialty items! Grad jackets, hoodies, bags, towels/blankets, etc.
If you have any questions, need a quote or would like some items give us a call (403)526-5730 or come in and talk to us. Spring is right around the corner and that means more sports starting up! We can help with team uniforms, bags, hats, and many other items. We look forward to working with you... |
 Fabeaulous Feet
I have recently completed a Pedicure Course at the Fabeau Professional Training Institute. It is an all electric pedicure using the Fabeaulous Feet Inc. Pedicure System. I look forward to giving you your next pedicure. For an appointment please call Robbie at 666-2007
A Pedicure Consists of
- Foot soak
- Removing rough and callused areas
- Trimming of toenalis and cuticle
- Exfoliating of lower leg and foot
- Relaxing lower leg and foot massage
- Polishing of toes
I use the all new powered equipment for a more efficient, safe and non-invasive pedicure giving you a relaxing spa treatment.
Treat yourself or someone you love. Gift Certificates Available. |
| Small is still Beautiful
A book review by Joanne Hudec
In these days of huge corporations, it is interesting to study the economic trends and observe how they affect small family businesses such as farming.
Joseph Pearce, in his book small is still beautiful, which is an updated version of E. F. Schumacher's small is beautiful, gives us a very lucid description of today's world economics and how it affects family life and small private enterprise.
In his book, Pearce notes "The problem is that economic growth, as measured by the increase in the gross national product, has precious little to do with people's wealth or well-being It merely records activity. If a major calamity occurs, such as a hurricane or an earthquake, there might be a growth in Gross National Product because activity is increased to repair the damage. . . if the crime rate increases, GNP records economic growth because more people are employed in the police force, more prisons are built, and more is spent on insurance and personal security. . . billions of dollars are made by tobacco companies , and by the governments in the levying of taxes on cigarettes. Both contribute enormously to growth in GNP and, therefore, to the economic welfare of the community. . . the cost of cancer in the U.S. alone was estimated at $110 billion per annum . . . the construction of new hospitals and the employment of public health workers all add to the GNP, making us 'wealthier.'" One wonders whether the economists will all be miserable when we discover a cure for cancer.
It is also, according to economists, very bad for us when we take care of the elderly and the sick in our homes, instead of putting them into institutions, because the loss of revenue decreases the GNP.
It would seem that our whole way of life has to change, if we are here to serve the Gross National Product. We must never grow our own food, take care of our own family members, walk to work, run our own family businesses, or take care of simple ailments at home.
Joseph Pearce's point is an excellent one. What if small is really better? What if it would be better for us if we could run our own family farm, hand it down to our children intact, offer to exchange goods with neighbors in need, look after one another on a personal level and do business with persons instead of corporations? What if we could live a quiet life, work diligently, earn an honest living and spend time with friends, own our own homes and not have to be preoccupied with making ends meet? I believe that anything that is better for persons is much more likely to last, as evidenced by our collapsing economy.
Small is still beautiful by Joseph Pearce is available through isibooks.org | |
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Letters to the editor
Contact Information Bob Gardiner - 666-4915 bob@gardinersgardens.com
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Black and White version of news delivered to every mailbox in Fox Valley and Richmound, Golden Prairie and Leibenthal(360). Also colour copies are available at the Oasis, Cypress Credit Union, Sabs Saloon and Smaltz Insurance - soon in Richmound
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