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Welcome to our fall issue of the Activity and Events Guide.Although holidays may be coming to an end and kids are gettingready to head back to school, there is a great mix of events comingup to stretch your summer into the fall.

Be sure to check out the 17th Annual Ribfest on August 22 to 24, atRiverside Park. This free event, hosted by the Rotary Club of GuelphTrillium, includes nine fantastic Ribbers from across Ontario, livemusic, a children’s area and a classic car show. For more details visitthe four-page feature in the middle of the paper or visitwww.ribfestguelph.com.

September kicks-off with the very popular Guelph Jazz Festival onSeptember 3 to 7. The Festival features various free and paid events,

including the free stage in Market Square with artists playing from1:00pm to 1:00am on September 6. For a full line-up visitwww.guelphjazzfestival.com.

The Eden Mills Writers’ Festival follows on September 11 to 15.This outdoor literary event hosts over 50 writers on the banks of theEramosa River. Publishers’ Way features over 50 exhibitors, includingbook presses, magazines, trade associations, and authors. Visitwww.edenmillswritersfestival.ca for tickets and details.

There are also a variety of upcoming events in support of yourcommunity this fall. Taste of Guelph, the popular gourmet gardenparty will be held September 21 to raise funds for The Foundation ofGuelph General Hospital and St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation

Guelph. See page 14 for more details.The second annual fundraiser event for The Donkey Sanctuary of

Canada will take place September 28, at the Puslinch location. Walkor run to raise funds for the care of the animals. Full details arebelow on this page.

For a full list of upcoming events in the community, or to list yourorganization’s events, visit our website calendar at ventureguelph.ca.If your organization has news to share email [email protected]: Heather Grummett Publisher: Mike Baker


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The second annual fundraiser event for The Donkey Sanctuary of Canada(DSC) will take place September 28, 2014 at the Puslinch location. PACE forthe Donkeys 5k Trail Run welcomes participants interested in either walkingor running.

Registration begins at 8:45am. The run starts at 10am, followed by thosewho are walking. A 100 metre Donkey Dash for kids will take place at11:15am, for children aged 2 to 9. The event will close with awards, plus thechance to mingle with the donkeys.

All participants and observers are asked to park at Eagle’s Flight, at 489Clair Rd West, just east of Hanlon Expressway and close to the Sanctuary. Ashuttle bus service will begin at 7:30am and will pick up participants untilapproximately 9:40am.

An expected 350 participants are asked to gather pledges and sponsor-ships, with proceeds going towards the care of the animals at the DSC.

Since 1992, the DSC has provided a lifelong home--and haven--to neglectedor abused donkeys, mules and hinnies. There are currently 66 donkeys and 8mules in their care, with the newest addition born on July 20.

It takes a minimum of $1300 a year to care for a donkey, provide shelter,food and cover medical expenses. Proceeds from the 5k will assist with vacci-nations, veterinary and farrier care, hay, straw and facility costs. Currently, theDSC is funded entirely through private individual donations and communityand corporate sponsorships of special events.

Registration must take place prior to the event and includes a $30 fee

before August 15 and a $35 fee from August 16 to September 17. Register atwww.paceforthedonkeys5k.com or www.raceroster.com. The DonkeySanctuary of Canada, is located at 6981 Puslinch, Concession 4. Visitwww.donkeysanctuary.ca for more details.

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Awaken your inner art aficionado this summer andcome explore Insights at Wellington CountyMuseum and Archives (WCMA) until September 1.

“Over sixty pieces of art welcome our visitors toa world of sensual exploration,” said CuratorSusan Dunlop. “With over 390 submissions tochoose from, Insights proves to be one of ourmost successful shows.”

Prize winners include:• First Prize: Insights Award, Sylvia Galbraith,

Fergus, Labyrinth (chromogenic photograph)• Second Prize: Ellen Langlands Memorial Award,

Phil Irish, Elora, Shatterdark (oil on aluminum)• Third Prize: Elora Arts Council Award, Julia

Vandepolder, Hillsburgh, Where I Stood LookingOut (oil on canvas)

• Viewers’ Choice Award, Kim Johnston, Kitchener,Big Sky (oil on canvas)

• Photography Award, Kris Lewis, Fergus, Hey(photograph)

• Sculpture Award, Jim Reed, East Garafraxa, DragRacing School (mixed media)

• Fibre Art Award, KarenCummings, Cambridge, ThreeSpoons (fibre)

• Ceramics Award, JacquelineTate, Fergus, Shino/StrontiumBowl (ceramic)

• Painting Award, Norman Busse,Guelph, Summer Idyll (acrylicon canvas)WCMA is located on Wellington

Road #18 between Fergus andElora. The galleries are openweekdays from 9:30 am to 4:30pm and 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm on

Saturdays and Sundays. Admission is by donation.More information at www.wellington.ca/museumor 519-846-0916.

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The YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum aligns with theOntario Ministry of Education’s curriculum for Full DayKindergarten better preparing children for their transi-tion into Full Day Kindergarten.

The Guelph Y is the largest provider of Child Care inGuelph. Since 2012, the Guelph Y has opened eight newChild Care programs at schools in Guelph with anotherfour opening this September to adapt to and meet theneeds of families in Guelph. The Guelph Y has six pre-school locations in Guelph designed to prepare childrenfor their transition into Full Day Kindergarten through

the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum.“At Guelph Y Child Care, my son has learned

how to manage conflict with his peers, how to askfor help when he needs it, and the importance ofusing the manners we have taught him at home.He used to cry when we dropped him off as a tod-dler and now, on Sundays, he asks when he gets togo back to the Y and see all of his teachers andfriends. His confidence has grown immensely andhe is more than prepared, and excited, for his firstday of Kindergarten.” – Sarah Thomas, Parent

The four new Child Care programs being offered inSeptember provide a seamless transition before andafter school for children in Full Day Kindergarten, aprogram commonly referred to as Extended Care. NewExtended Care programs are being opened in thefollowing schools this September:· Holy Trinity Catholic School· John McRae Public School· Jean Little Public School· Paisley Road Public School

To request child care and learn moreabout our Child Care programs,please visit us online at www.guelphy.org orcall 519-824-5150.

The YMCA-YWCA of Guelph is a community benefitorganization, open to everyone. Starting with a focus onhealthy child, youth and young adult development, weexcel in delivering lifelong opportunities for health andpersonal growth.


Located at 75 Cardigan St., theGuelph Youth Music Centre (GYMC)is so much more than an historicbuilding. It’s a community hub wherechildren and youth of Guelph gatherto make music, act, draw, sing,dance, and generally express them-

selves–in a welcoming and safeenvironment. The GYMC sponsorsseven programs, both in-school andat the Centre.

Upcoming GYMC newsand events:

Harnessing the sun: TheGuelph Youth Music Centre isgearing up to save money...andenergy. In our on-going work tocontribute to the community inmeaningful ways, and after manymonths of preparation and paper-work, the GYMC will be installingsolar panels on its roof duringAugust. Stay tuned for details.

Save the date: Mark November15 on your calendar now! That'swhen the GYMC will be hosting itsAnnual Gala Fundraiser–BellaSerata–with wonderful food,music and fun.

A concert of a lifetime: Join us onOctober 2, 2014 in the Recital Hallwhen world-famous pianist, AngelaHewitt performs. There are still sometickets left–call the GYMC to reserveyours now. Price of ticket includes aChampagne Reception following theshow.

September registration: If yourchild loves to sing, or play an instru-ment, the GYMC is the place to be.We offer a variety of programs.(See ad this page) "Come, have funat the GYMC."

For information on any ofthe above, please call theoffice at 519-837-1119.

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If you love to sing …

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early December for the 2009 season

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The arts came alive on the streets of downtown Guelphon Saturday, July 12. Close to 100 established andemerging artists showcased their talents in a range ofdisciplines in blacksmithing, pottery, paint, photogra-phy, textiles, sculpture and much more. It was theperfect opportunity to experience art, engage withartists and purchase art from such a vast artisticlandscape.

The Children's Arts Festival, organized by theChildren's Art Factory, at St. George's Square featured acollection of activities to inspire and engage youngminds. The Play With Clay craft bus–a festivalfavourite–was onsite, as well as the Guelph PublicLibrary, Guelph School of Art, and the Suzuki StringSchool of Guelph. Sculptor Ben McCarl also unveiledhis latest work, Ascending Spirit.

Several awards were handed out later in the day:Best of Show: Michelle Purchase, PrintmakingBest Booth: Clavaux Designs, MillineryHonourable Mention: Glenn Rivison, Kinetic SculpturePeople's Choice Award: Nancy Plummer, Driftwood andPapier Mache

Thank you to the teams from Downtown GuelphBusiness Association and Guelph Arts Council, as wellas all of the volunteers involved, for the hard work incoordinating and facilitating this fantastic celebration ofarts in Guelph.

Guelph Y opens four new child care locations to support children entering full day kindergarten

Another successful Art on the Street

Introducing Saturday ClassesDiscovery Music: 2 1/2-3 year olds and parentCreative Music: 4 & 5 year oldsGuitar Group: beginners 6+ yearsGuitar Choir: 2+ years playing experience

Will be holding auditions in August andearly September for the 2014/2015 season.Call for more information 519-821-8574

www.guelphyouthsingers.com

Fostering the Developmentthrough Music and the Arts

David Lander, former Programs Coordinator for GAC,presenting Michelle Purchase, printmaker, with theBest of Show 2014 award at Art on the Street.(suppliedphoto–Downtown Guelph Business Association)



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Sport Drinks should be regarded as the sport supplement with the greatest potential to enhance per-formance in a wide variety of situations. It is well known that proper hydration and a source of carbo-hydrate can improve performance and increase endurance. However, sport drinks are only necessaryin certain situations. Read on to get the most out of your fluids.

What Are Sport Drinks?Sports drinks are used to replenish fluids, electrolytes and energy during and/or after a hard workout.Some popular sport drinks include Gatorade and Powerade.

Nutritional BreakdownSport drinks contain no protein or fat but contain carbohydrate in the form of simple sugars (glucose,dextrose, sucrose) to allow for quick digestion and absorption. They also contain sodium, potassiumand chloride, which are electrolytes that the body needs for proper functioning.

What to Drink and When?For exercise that is low intensity or under 90 minutes - water is adequate for rehydration. However, asexercise intensity and duration increase, a sport drink can help to improve your endurance andmental performance. The simple sugars and salt are quickly absorbed and get directly to thebrain and muscle.

Sport drinks can be helpful for:• Exercise more than 90 minutes• Early morning exercise if you haven't eaten much breakfast• The second or third game in a tournament with limited time to eat• Overtime situations to get a mental boost• Exercise that extends into 4 hours after your last meal/snack

Sport drinks are not necessary for:• Exercise under 90 minutes• Low intensity exercise (if you get hungry, try real food ie: fruit, crackers, trail mix etc.)• Children under 12 with minimal sweat

Electrolyte and fluid replacementMost people don't realize just how much water and electrolytes are lost in sweat during exercise.A study done on 18-year-old elite-level hockey players during practices showed that on average, playerslost close to 2L of water and 2300mg of sodium through sweat alone in just 1 hour!

Sport Drinks vs Energy DrinksWhen looking to increase energy, some may turn to energy drinks for that little extra boost. However,many energy drinks contain a large amount of sugar and caffeine, which stimulate the nervous system.This boost in energy is met with a crash shortly after. Energy drinks have also been deemed unsafe foryouth due to the large amount of caffeine. Sport drinks such as Gatorade are far better than energydrinks when it comes to your child's health and performance.

Making your own sports drinkSport drinks aren't complicated; they simply contain the right ratio of electrolytes, sugar and water forfast absorption and optimal taste. Try making your own sport drink using these ratios:• start with 500 mL of water• add 5 tsps of sugar, honey* or maple syrup• add 1/8 a tsp of salt• mix

500ml = 100kcal, 25g carb, 250mg sodium. * honey contains higher levels of fructose (naturalsugar) which could cause stomach upset during very high intensity exercise.Visit www.uoguelph.ca/hpc/ for more information or contact the Health and Performance Centre at

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Located on Laird Road, the Kohbukan Sisu Judo & Jiu Jitsu Club isthe only club in Guelph with black belt instructors, teaching Judoand Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Originally two separate clubs, the KohbukanSisu Judo Club had operated in Guelph for over 60 years out of vari-ous temporary locations including the YMCA-YWCA and the RoyalCanadian Legion. Eight years ago the two clubs joined, allowing thenot-for-profit organization to move into a permanent location.

Eight instructors offer classes in Jui Jitsu and Judo. The martial artsprograms focus on the grappling style of wrestling, with techniquesincluding throws, hold-downs, and joint locks. Beginners learn to fallsafely and without injury, and learn to toss an opponent safely in a con-trolled manner through a variety of techniques.

The year round schedule offers instruction for adults, children aged6 to 14, and a 10-week kinder class for children aged four and five.

For children, smaller class sizes allow more one-on-one instruction.Classes focus on repetitions of body movements in order to refine atechnique. Once a skill is learned, then it is applied and practiced inclosely supervised but informal contests.

Students learn to challenge their bodies and their mind at thesame time. Through the program, children build self-esteem, self-discipline, confidence, self-respect, focus, confidence, concentrationand courtesy for others. Programs are designed to discourage violentbehaviour while at the same time supplying an outlet for aggression.

For adults, Judo is great alternative way to get in shape. The non-competitive environment welcomesall ages and levels of athlete from beginner to black belt champions.

“People generally think martial arts are very competitive, but Judo can very easily be done on arecreational level,” says Rob Veltman, a Kohbukan Instructor. “Our club is known for our friendly,family atmosphere. Everyone works together, no matter what their level, to help each other improve.”For more details call 519-826-5836 or visit www.sisujudo.ca.

Students of theKohbukan Sisu Judo &Jiu Jitsu Club practicenew techniques underthe supervision of theblack belt instructors.(supplied photo)

The Kohbukan Sisu Judo & Jiu Jitsu ClubDeveloping a positive attitude toward sport and selfby Heather Grummett

As part of the Rotary District 7080 Conference, Rotarians will havethe chance to work with local organizations to create Soup in a Bagfor local community members.

The Rotaractors from the University of Guelph will be leading theproject, as an assembly line of volunteers put dried ingredients into

a bag, with the outcome being split pea soup. The goal is to build1000 bags (each bag serving eight people) in two hours.

Members of five local organizations: Salvation Army, Food Bank -University of Guelph, Guelph Food Bank, Sister Christine, andLakeside Hope House–will assist with the project and the

organizations will be the recipients of the finished Soup in a Bagpackages.

The hands-on project will be a first for the annual conference,which takes place on September 19 to 21, at the Delta Guelph.

Soup in a Bag project to assist Guelph community

Hydrating with sports drinksby Gabrielle Allison, Registered Dietitian



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RIBs,R o t a r y C l u b o f G u e l p h – Tr i l l i um

17th annual Ribfest

August 22August 23August 24

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11 am to 11 pm

11 am to 8 pm

Classic Car Show(Saturday, Sunday)

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Friday, August 22, 2014 12 noon - 5 pm onlyExcept for on-duty service dogs, no dogswill be permitted inside the Ribfest gates.

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RIBs,17th annual Ribfest

It’s Ribfest 2014 and you’re invited.August 22, 23, and 24, 2014 marks the 17th year that Riverside Park becomesknown as Ribberside Park and features the aroma of barbequed ribs and the sound ofsome of the best entertainment around.

Presented by the Rotary Club of Guelph–Trillium, Ribfest is a family fun event.Sample world-class ribs, visit the other foodvendors, enjoy your favourite beverage, takeyour kids to the children’s activity area,view classic cars, and listen to live, nearlynon-stop entertainment.

The proceeds from our annual Ribfest go tolocal charities and help support Rotary’sinternational projects.

Ribfest is a community tradition and acommunity event. Bring the family, meetyour friends.

Please join us in the park.

Rance WillisRibfest ChairRotary Club of Guelph–Trillium

Proceeds help charities locallyand worldwideProceeds from the Rotary Club of Guelph–Trillium’sannual Ribfest support local charities and Rotary projectsinternationally.

Since its inception 17 years ago, Ribfest has contributed over$700,000 to numerous local organizations as well as Rotaryprojects such as Polio Plus, Rotary International’sprogram to eradicate polio from the world.

Rain or shine, the ribs are hot, the beverages are cold, andthe music plays on. Join us August 22, 23, 24 and help Rotarysupport those in need.

The Rotary Club of Guelph – Trillium recently announced thefunding allocation from Ribfest 2013. All the money raisedgoes to supporting community needs and organizations.

The following local groups have received past funding:

Hospice Wellington; Michael House Pregnancy Care Centre;Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Guelph; St.Joseph’s Health CentreFoundation; Focus on Nature; Lakeside Hope House;Westminster Woods Public School; Guelph-WellingtonWomen in Crisis; Ottawa Crescent Public School; Communityof Hearts Learning Centre; Guelph Enabling Garden; J.O.E.(partner with Guelph Library); Parkwood Gardens Neighbour-hood; Food & Friends (Children’s Foundation); The Elliott;Action Read Literacy Centre; Sunrise TherapeuticEquestrian Centre.

Ten ribbers highlight the 17th annual RibfestIt’s the smoke, the sauce, and yes, the ribs themselves that are the focal point of Rotary Ribfest in Ribberside (Riverside) Park.

Canada’s best ribbers will highlight this year’s event: Rib Judging Trophy presented Sunday at 3:30 pm

• Billy Bones - Port Colborne, ON• Silver Bullet - Guelph, ON• Smokehouse Bandits• Bad Wolf Barbecue - Missis-

sauga , ON• Blazin' BBQ - Chatham, ON

• Tennessee Fatbacks -Toronto, ON

• Boss Hogs BBQ - St. Thomas,ON

• Fat Boy's BBQ - London, ON

• Pistol Pete's Smokehouse -London, ON

• Horn Dawgs Smokin BBQ -Oshawa, ON

August 22, 23, 24, 2014

in “Ribberside” Park(Riverside Park, Guelph)


Rotary Club of Guelph–Trillium presents– 9 – 2014 FALL ventureguelph.ca Guelph and Area activity & events guide

Paul FitzpatrickPast PresidentRotary Club of Guelph-Trillium

1 Lewis Rd.Guelph, ONN1H [email protected]

www.hometoguelph.comI’d like to take this opportunity toinvite you all to this year’s Ribfest

Congratulations andbest wishes for another

successful Ribfest!

Enjoythe 17th Annual

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successful Ribfest!

Car buffs in for a treatIf you love cars, then you will love the classics thatwill be on display at Ribfest, August 23 and 24 atthe park.

A favorite show with car owners because of thebeautiful location in a grassy area surrounded by treesalong the Speed River that winds its way through the park,the Classic Car Show regularly attracts more than 300 vehicles.

The vehicles will be on display and judged between9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, August 23 and 24.For those with a vehicle to display, the cost to enter the show is$5 per vehicle (which includes a $2 ticket for the 50/50 draw)and no advance registration is required.The trophy and 50/50 Draw winners are announced at 3:30 p.m.

on the Main Stage on both Saturday and Sunday.The show is sponsored by the RBC Financial Group.


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DAY AND TIME BAND

FRIDAY

11:30 am to 2:00 pm Sandy McDonald4:30 to 6:00 pm The Retrievers6:30 to 8:00 pm After the Lounge8:30 to 11:00 pm The Kramden’s

SATURDAY

12:00 pm to 1:30 pm Bluesynergy2:00 to 3:30 pm The Tokyo Giants4:15 to 5:45 pm The Little White Lies6:15 to 8:15 pm Fleetwood Nicks8:45 to 11:00 pm Practically Hip

DAY AND TIME BAND

SUNDAY

12:00 to 1:30 pm Kenny Munshaw2:00 to 3:30 pm Black Water Trio4:15 to 5:45 pm Kerosene Creek6:15 to 7:45 pm Matt Storch & the

Usual Suspects

(Schedule and performers subject to change without notice.)

Check out the RibFest official web site for performer biographies and more!

in “Ribberside” Park(Riverside Park, Guelph)

Except for on-duty service dogs, no dogswill be permitted inside the Ribfest gates.

Ribfest Entertainment LineupAugust 22, 23, 24, 2014

Thanks to all our sponsorsWithout the generous support of our sponsors, Ribfest would not be possible.Please support our sponsors who support us.(As of press time.)

Platinum SponsorSleeman Breweries

Kids and family fun ...The following kids activity areas will be part of Ribfest 2014:

• Bulldog Interactive Fitness Activity Area

• Carter Shows

• Makin Faces Face Painting

• Game Asylum

• Guelph Mercury Photo Booth

• Guelph Storm Hockey Club

• Guelph Library Bookmobile

• Momstown with Leanne Ballard

• Sealy Karate

• Toronto FC – On the Road

• Zumba Fitness with Stephanie Dean

• "nursing" tent and a "games" tent

(Subject to changewithout notice.)

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Greenway Water TechnologiesTacoma Engineers Inc.Syngenta Crop Protection Canada Inc.

Allstate Insurance Company of Canada -David Wiggins

Anderson-Coats PhotographyDeterCo Builders Inc.Employee Benefit Solutions Ltd.Guelph Tribune

HumanSystems Inc.McIntyre Wilkie Funeral HomeMcNeil Consumer HealthcareNature's Palette Landscape & DesignReid's Heritage HomesScutt Signs

Sutherland InsuranceTerra View HomesYour Family Stories / Temmer

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Bronze Sponsors Amigo Sponsors

Marshall-Built Carpentry and

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A fresh new look and online space for GuelphArts CouncilGuelph Arts Council (GAC) officially launchedtheir new web space–guelpharts.ca–on July 23,2014 following the release of Arts Blast, GAC’s

new bi-monthlye-newsletter.The organiza-tion has beengoing through arefresh this pastyear to gear upfor the 40thanniversaryyear, includingthe developmentof a newlogo/identity,a more user-friendly andrelevant onlinespace for artistsand the commu-nity, and a freshand functionalelectronicnewsletter.

“The new logoand websitehave been anexciting under-taking for theboard this year,”shares Cynthia

Kinnunen, board member and communicationscommittee volunteer. “Feedback from membersand the community had informed our decision tocreate a strong and useful presence online, andthe old website–while it worked very hard forten years–needed to be refreshed. We havealigned the new site design, content andfunctionality with our organizational strategicgoals and hope that it will continue to grow andmeet the needs of Guelph’s incredible creativecommunity and the general public.”

The newly designed online space will serve asthe organization’s main platform for events, artsopportunities, creative spaces, advocacy, andmore. Guelph Arts Council Artist andOrganizational Members–which have new, moreaccessible price points–each have a profilepage on the site where they can easily uploadimages, video and audio files to help connect thecommunity with the work of Guelph’s artists.The site also has an online events calendar wheremembers of the community can post arts eventsand find out what activities are happeningthroughout the city.

Guelph Arts Council is a not-for-profit,charitable organization that has been dedicated tosupporting, stimulating and promoting arts andculture in Guelph for nearly forty years. Ourmembers share the belief that arts and cultureare essential components in maintaining ourvibrant, creative community.


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The hunt is on for a temporary home for the Children’s Foundationof Guelph and Wellington’s annual Adopt-a-Family program. Everyyear, the Children’s Foundation has been fortunate to have spacedonated by local businesses but it’s never a guarantee and they areturning to the public for help in finding a space this year.

Just like the Guelph Public Library’s recent anxious search for abook sale space, the Adopt-a-Family program worries whether aHoliday Hero will step forward in time to save the day. “We’ve beenfollowing all possible leads, but so far we haven’t had any success,”said Glenna Banda, Executive Director of the Children’s Foundation.“It’s always a bit nerve-wracking every year whether we can find the

right space for our incredible volunteer team. Last year, we wereable to help over 800 families during the holidays, and it’s crucialthat we find a space so we can continue to help families provideholiday memories for their children.”Space Requirements include:• At least 5,000 square feet of primarily open space in the

Guelph-Wellington area.• Prefer level access with no stairs.• Ability to drive up close to the doors or possibly large warehouse

door for gift delivery/pickup.• Ability to bring in phone lines and Internet connection.

• Washroom on site.• Space required ideally from approximately late October to early

January–to be negotiated with building owner."The challenge lies in owners wanting to sell or rent their space,

and understandably they are reluctant to commit to donating thespace for two months,” says Banda. “Last year we made sure thatclose to 2,000 children had presents under the tree and we want tobe there again for them this year. If ever there is a time to believe inChristmas miracles, this would be it!”Anyone with ideas–or better yet with the space–can contact GlennaBanda at 519-826-9551 or [email protected]

The Children’s Foundation “Adopt-a-Family” Program seeking shelter

Making GAC membership accessibleMedia release

Inspiration: Top Talents and Local Performersjoin forces to inspire

Membership at Guelph Arts Council has changedrecently and it’s a great time to get involved,whether you’re an artist, arts organization, or asupporter of the arts! During the last year, aswe’ve looked to streamline our activities and bet-ter serve the artists and residents of the Guelphcommunity, a new membership structure wascreated. Our membership priorities, in keepingwith our organizational strategic goals, are tokeep costs accessible, encourage participation,and ensure value.

GAC membership is now available in three easy,reasonably priced levels: General, Artist andOrganization. Here’s a quick look:

GeneralIndividuals who care about the arts in our com-munity can now be a part of GAC by becoming aGeneral Member. For only $5 annually, you canadd your voice in support of the work of GAC,championing arts and culture in Guelph. You’llreceive our bi-weekly e-newsletter, Arts Blast, aswell as communications about the activities ofGAC and the Guelph arts scene. For the price of asingle latte, you’ll be part of GAC’s member com-munity for a full year!

ArtistArtists of all disciplines are invited to becomemembers of Guelph Arts Council. For just $30per year, you’ll receive all of our communica-tions, updates on artist and space opportunities,discounts on workshops and programs, a profilepage on our fresh new website, and more. Lots ofways for you to connect, grow, get involved, andspread the word about your work!

OrganizationArts organizations, educational institutions andnon-profits are invited to become members atour Organization level for only $50 annually.You’ll receive membership discounts for yourown members if they choose to become individ-ual artist members, an organizational profile pageon our new site, discounts on conferences andworkshops, listing of your events on our onlinecalendar, discounts on advertisements, and more.

We hope everyone will join us as we head intoour 40th year. Let’s show off the vast, versatile,and truly dynamic arts and culture community weare so fortunate to have here in Guelph.

Visit www.guelpharts.ca for moredetails.

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More than 100 performers take to the River Run stage on Thursday, November 6 at 7p.m. forInspiration, a family concert in support of the Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington(CFGW) Grants Program for Music and Art.

Local performers and some of the nation’s celebrated musicians will entertain through vocal, instru-mental, and dance numbers throughout the evening. Performers include accordion sensation andOrder of Canada recipient Joe Macerollo, O.C., guitar sensation Adrian Raso, and popular singerand songwriter Michael Harris. Also featured on the program are performers from five Guelph andarea schools: Bishop Macdonnell High School Choir & Dance Troupe; Gateway PublicSchool Strings; Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute Band; Mitchell Woods Public SchoolBand; and St. John’s Kilmarnock Senior Band. Artists will perform individually and together ina mixed program designed to inspire and entertain.

Proceeds from Inspiration go to the CFGW’s Grants Program that provides financial assistance toeligible children/youth who are interested in learning or enhancing their skills in cultural activities.

Brenda Gibson, architect of Inspiration explains her vision, “I believe that exposure to music andart in all its forms is vital to the healthy development of our young people, and Inspiration supportsthe important work being done in this area by our local Children’s Foundation.”

A silent auction will take place with the proceeds also going to the CFGW’s grants program.

Inspiration 2014Thursday, November 6, 7p.m.River Run CentrePerformance and Silent Auction

Performances by:Joe Macerollo, O.C. (accordion) and friendsAdrian Raso (guitar) and friendsMichael Harris (singer) and friendsBishop Macdonnell High School Choir & Dance Troupe, Matt Teeter conductorGateway Public School Strings, Trevor Dick conductorGuelph Collegiate Vocational Institute Band, Dan Austin conductorMitchell Woods Public School Band, Anneke McCabe conductorSt. John’s Kilmarnock Senior Band, Chris Cigolea conductor

Tickets $15., www.riverrun.ca 519-763-3000; www.inspirationguelph.com



GLASS CREMATION NICHESCREMATION GARDENS TRADITIONAL LOTS

MEMORIAL DESIGN & SALES

762 Woolwich St., Guelph

www.woodlawnmemorialpark.ca (519) 822-1271

REMEMBRANCE DAYTuesday, November 11. Please join us for our annual, very personal

service. 10:45 at the Veterans’ area, below the Canadian flag,rear, centre of the cemetery.

Chairs provided. Audio enhanced.

BLUE CHRISTMASWednesday evening, December 3. Join us at the mausoleum for ourannual carolling by candlelight. This is a unique Christmas event toremember loved ones near and far or to simply enjoy the experi-ence of carol singing in the cemetery. 7:00 p.m. at the chapel

doors. Dress warmly.

VETERANS’ WINTER WREATH SERVICESaturday, December 6 at 10:30 a.m. Join in honoring Veterans byplacing fresh winter wreaths on the more than 180 graves in the

veterans areas.

WOODLAWN is a world of discovery in spring, cool and tranquilin summer and a riot of breathtaking color in fall.

It is a winter wonderland through the cold winter months.Please visit, walk our winding roadways and find peace,

calm and beauty in our historic memorial park.

The Friends of the Guelph Public Library are verypleased to announce that the Wellington CatholicSeparate School Board has shown tremendousgenerosity and support by offering the formerWhite Rose Nursery at 265 Edinburgh Rd. N. tothe Friends of the GPL for this year's annual GiantUsed Book Sale.

Donations of gently used books, DVDs, CDs,and games will be received at all Library locationsduring Library hours, beginning August 6. Pleaseno donations of National Geographic or ReadersDigest.

Also beginning August 6, donations can bedropped off at the White Rose site, but onlybetween 2pm and 5 pm daily as there is no partof the building that can be left unlocked.Volunteers will be available at the site for the

three hours daily, seven days per week beginningAugust 6.Donations will be received in all locations

until October 7. Due to the amount oforganization and sorting involved inpreparing for this sale, the organizersregret that donations cannot be receivedafter that date.

The sale will begin at 4pm on Friday October17 - 4pm to 5:30pm on Friday is 'Front of theLine' paid admission for $10. Free admissionbegins at 6pm on Friday.Free general admission:Friday 6pm to 9pm; Saturday 10am to 4pm;Sunday 10am to 4pm–Loonie Sunday–Itemspreviously priced over $1 that are not sold bySunday will be reduced to $1.

8th Annual Giant Book Sale has a new homeNew ball hockey club in Guelph

The Evergreen Centre is designed specifically tomeet the needs of those age 55 and older. Thecommunity centre offers a wide selection ofrecreational, social and educational programs forindividuals living in Guelph and the surroundingareas. Programs are offered for Active Living,Computer, General Interest, Health and Wellness,Visual and Creative Arts, and Retirement Planning.

For more information call 519-823-1291 orvisit guelph.ca/seniors

Wednesday, September 17Antique Discoveries12:30-3:30pm, $5/item. Register in advance.

Thursday, October 9Thanksgiving Dinner11:30-1:30pm, $15. Register in advance.

Friday, November 7Roast Beef Dinner4:30-6:30pm. $15. Register in advance.

Saturday, November 15Community Craft Sale9:30am -1:30pm. Free

Thursday, December 11Christmas Dinner11:30-1:30pm. $15. Register in advance.

Upcoming events at the Evergreen SeniorsCommunity Centre, Guelph

Royal City Ball Hockey Inc. operating as Royal City Ball Hockey Club is pleased to announce an agree-ment with The Guelph Country Club, operating as the Guelph Golf and Curling Club, located onWoodlawn Road in Guelph for the conversion of the vacant recreational space into an indoor ball hock-ey rink.

Royal City Ball Hockey, owned by Jim and Jackie Ranahan (CW Ball Hockey Club in Elora), willprovide hockey and related sports 12 months of the year. Ball Hockey will be offered in 12-weekseasons consisting of Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter for youth starting at age four as well as adults.Other sports such as dodge ball and soccer may also be offered.

‘This is a great opportunity to pair together two sports that compliment each other. Golf and hockeyare two great sports enjoyed by youth and adults, and the location is easy to get to by Guelph and arearesidents,” says Jim Ranahan.

The Guelph Golf and Curling Club has been a member of the Guelph community since 1912 startingfirst as a premier private association that welcomed public access in 1999. The Club is proud of theirheritage as Guelph’s very first golf course and are now making history again as Guelph’s first indoor ballhockey and multi-sport facility.

“The board at The Guelph Golf and Curling Club could not be more pleased and excited about the newpartnership established with Jim, Jackie and the Royal City Ball Hockey Club. The addition of the indoorball hockey club will provide us with a chance to show off our fantastic golf course and the facilities atthe club to a whole new generation of active sports participants and potential clubmembers” added Jason Hunter, Chair of the Board of The Guelph Golf and Curling Club.

Affiliate club, CW Ball Hockey is an established outdoor ball hockey facility located in Elora, ownedalso by the Ranahan family. Operating since 2012, CW Ball Hockey runs youth and adult seasons inSpring, Summer and Fall with over 800 club members. The CW Ball Hockey Club and Royal City BallHockey Club are affiliated within the ballhockey.com family, an independent brand devoted to the growthof the sport of ball hockey in North America.

Brian Broley, President and CEO of Ballhockey.com stated, “It is very exciting to see our brand movingindoors in Ontario and we are thrilled that Jim and Jackie are pushing forward with this verycreative opportunity in Guelph. This now adds the 10th Ontario location to our network of rinks”.

Royal City Ball Hockey Club will start the Fall season in late September 2014. Registrationwill be open August 1 at www.ballhockeyguelph.com as well as on Registration Days that will be postedon the website.

For more information contact Jackie and Jim Ranahan, Royal City Ball Hockey [email protected], 519-994-0500.

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Evergreen Seniors Community Centre is located at 683 Woolwich Street, Guelph ON

Pictured above is thehappy winner of a brandnew bike at Guelph'sannual Canada Daycelebration held atRiverside Park. Once againthe Rotary Club of Guelphwho hosts this event hadanother very successfulday raising funds forcharities within ourcommunity. (supplied photo)

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After a short break, Historical Walking Tours are back! These 1½-hour guided tours explore Guelph’s vibrant cultural past throughvarious landmarks and historic buildings. The Walking Tour sea-son runs annually from April to October but every year the outdoortours go on hold for the month of July in order to escape from theoccasionally unbearable mid-summer heat.

The tours started in 1977, led by the late Professor GordonCouling under the sponsorship of Guelph Arts Council to celebratethe city’s sesquicentennial. Couling was a faculty member at theUniversity of Guelph for twenty-five years where, prior to his retire-ment in 1974, he served as chairman of the Department of FineArt. He was also actively involved in helping to develop civic aware-ness of Guelph’s architectural history as the first chairman of theCity’s Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee, holdingthat position until his passing in 1984. Guelph Arts Council beganoffering regular Historic Walking Tours in 1986 in memory ofProfessor Gordon Couling.

Six Historical Walking Tour routes are currently offered:

Tour I: Where Guelph Began explores Guelph’s original marketsquare area, nearly 24 acres laid out by John Galt in 1827.Tour II: Downtown Walkabout covers the historic architectureof present downtown Guelph.Tour III: Slopes of the Speed looks at the area close to theSpeed River where many of Guelph's most distinguished historicalhomes are located.Tour IV: Altar and Hearth in Victorian Guelph glimpses into

churches and homes of the Victorian era, offered in two parts.Tour V: Brooklyn and the College Hill looks at one ofGuelph's early industrial sections on the south side of the SpeedRiver, as well as the College Hill area, and includes some of thecity’s best examples of masonry and stone carving.Tour VI: Ward One Guelph reveals the rich variety of historicarchitecture and diversity of the residents who formed Guelph inthis area, southeast of the downtown, between the Speed andEramosa Rivers. Particular attention is devoted to residen-tial/industrial proximity and the city’s early Italian community.

The tours are led by a fantastic group of volunteers thatrepeatedly devote their time and energy to ensure the longstandingseries continues.

Terry Crowley proudly led the first Guelph Arts Council HistoricalWalking Tour in 1986, and is still a regular tour guide today. “Thewalking tours attract a greater range of people than most ArtsCouncil events each year,” explains Terry. “They show people howarchitecture is art, and how fortunate this city is in its diversearchitectural heritage.”

Admission to Historical Walking Tours is $5and illustrated guidebooks are available for $5.The remaining tours will commence Sunday,August 10 and continue every Sunday untilOctober 12.

Taste of Guelph, the Royal City’s most popular gourmet garden party will be held Sunday, September21 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm to raise funds for The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital and St.Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation Guelph. The annual event is marking its 17th year of providing anafternoon of delicious cuisine and eclectic entertainment in support of the area’s hospitals.

Surrounded by beautiful tents and décor, over 600 participants will enjoy samples from more than50 of the area’s finest restaurants, vintners and brewers. It’s a feast for the senses as musicians takethe stage to provide accompanying entertainment while guests enjoy the garden atmosphere andgood company. A live auction will be part of the fun again this year.

St. Joseph’s will use the funds to buy a state-of-the-art medication dispensing system that will helpincrease safety for patients. In addition, when it is fully installed and implemented, the new systemwill save St. Joseph’s thousands of dollars and reduce waste. It will also reduce the time necessary todispense medicines so that nurses can spend more time at the bedside.

Guelph General Hospital is investing in a new interventional radiology suite to minimize risks and

improve health outcomes for patients. Interventional radiologists guide tiny instruments, such ascatheters, through blood vessels or through the skin to treat diseases without surgery. Many condi-tions that once required surgery can now be treated non-surgically, reducing infection rates andrecovery time.

Taste of Guelph has raised close to $760,000, which is shared between the two Foundations. Thesefunds have been used to purchase essential medical equipment to both save and enhance lives. Inaddition, the money provides for resident and patient programs, and research and education proj-ects for acute care and long-term care in Guelph and Wellington County.

Tickets for Taste of Guelph are available for $150 after from St. Joseph’sHealth Centre Foundation Guelph at 519-767-3424 or on-line atwww.tasteofguelph.com

Historical Walking Tours return for August

Taste of Guelph: one great party for better health care

The Guelph Jazz Festival is pleased to announce that TD has com-mitted significant support to the Jazz Festival as premiere sponsorfor the next two years.

Through the generous support of TD, the Festival’s free “Jazz atMarket Square” event will add new stages, more music, and morefun to this year’s edition of the Festival! In addition to the mainstage, now dubbed the TD Music Stage, a new TD Youth Music Stagewill be added to showcase the best of Guelph’s emerging youngartists, including the Guelph Youth Jazz Ensemble, IsaiahFarahbakhsh, and Thomas Campbell & HΔRT.

And for that little added extra TD will host two in-branch youthmusic concerts SaturdaySeptember 6 at the downtown TD Canada Trust, 34 Wyndham StreetNorth. We are excited that TD’s sponsorship brings significant bene-fit to the community of Guelph and supports our local talent.

“TD loves music–and we know that the Guelph Jazz festival has

the power to bring people together. We're absolutely delighted to bea part of this great event in Guelph,” says John Pollice, District VicePresident, TD Bank Group.

Located in the heart of Guelph’s downtown core on the revitalizedMarket Square site in front of City Hall, the free event creates avibrant, accessible “music village” along Carden Street that capti-vates over 15,000 people during the Festival. “Jazz at Market Squareis now one of the most anticipated events during the Guelph JazzFestival” notes Downtown Guelph Business Association ExecutiveDirector and sponsor of the Market Square event Marty Williams.

Executive Director Julie Dawn Smith adds “Everything from thecool site design to the exceptional calibre of artists, to the thrillingvibe generated by large, enthusiastic audiences speaks to the suc-cess of the Festival’s capacity to animate the heart of our city. Fortourists and residents alike the event offers rich artistic experienceswhile building community relationships and generating significant

economic activity.”This year’s Festival celebrates the sounds of past, present, and

future with spectacular headliners and a host of emerging andestablished artists contributing to the evolution of jazz - musicianswho are “Sounding Futures.”

The 21st edition of the Guelph Jazz Festival takes place September3 to 7. Market Square will take place from 1:00pm to1:00am onSeptember 6. In addition to the two TD stages, patrons of all agescan partake in great food, beverages, browse Festival and artistmerchandise, support the annual raffle, dance and play on the pop-ular splash pad, create crafts in the kidszone, and enjoy music froma car-free Carden Street, sidewalk cafes, or the TD Comfort Zone. Alittle later in the evening, those in the mood can shake it up withCFRU’s Silent Dance Party from 11:00pm to1:00am.

For the full artist line up visit guelphjazzfestival.com.

TD brings significant support to Guelph Jazz Festival’s “Jazz at Market Square”

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GUELPH 2014

THANK YOU

Thank you to the 463 cyclists, to all our sponsors, participantsand volunteers.

Next year’s event: July 5, 2015Hope to see you there!

Some women who aren’t diabetic develop diabetic symptoms while pregnant. Until now, those localwomen had to come to Guelph General Hospital (GGH) to have their condition treated andmonitored. Now, the Guelph Family Health Team (GFHT) and GGH have developed a plan to includegestational diabetes in the care the GFHT provides.

“We’ve incrementally expanded our diabetes services over the years,” said Ross Kirkconnell,Executive Director of the GFHT. “By moving this service to the GFHT diabetes program, ‘DiabetesCare Guelph,’ patients will get comprehensive care provided by a multidisciplinary team in acommunity setting.”

Current and previous patients were surveyed by the Hospital during the development of the plan.Also polled were local Obstetricians and Midwives. There was unanimous support says GGH’s EileenBain, VP Patient Services and Chief Nursing Executive.

The plan then went before the Waterloo Wellington Local Health Integration Network (WWLHIN)Board of Directors at its May meeting. It decided to not stop the voluntary integration of gestational

diabetes care, including the transfer of this service from the Hospital to the Family Health Team.Now, GGH is working with the GFHT so that the service can be offered at the Diabetes Care Guelphthree locations (Dawson Rd Family Medical Centre, Guelph Community Health Centre and SurreySt., Medical Complex) as of July 15.

The move continues the trend to move healthcare services out of hospitals and into thecommunity when appropriate.

“Because of this integration, women will benefit from collaborative care delivered by a team ofhealth professionals in a convenient location with improved hours of availability,” said BruceLauckner, CEO, Waterloo Wellington Local Health Integration Network. “A woman with gestationaldiabetes will also only have to visit the hospital once during her pregnancy, as opposed to monthly,and input from the community about this move has been overwhelmingly positive.”For more information visit www.diabetescareguelph.com or contact Sam Marzouk, GFHT at519-840-1964 ext.350 or Perry Hagerman, GGH, at 519 837-6440 ext. 2774.

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Rotary Club Of Guelph Trilliumannounces 2014 exchange student

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The Rotary Youth Exchange Program is an InternationalProgram where by Clubs select a local student to act as anAmbassador for one year in another country. The club whohosts the student sends the student to an assigned location.The students live with participating host families and attendschool. The students range from 15 to 18 years of age. Theprogram provides the students with an opportunity to learndifferent languages and experience local customs andcultural differences.

The Rotary Club Of Guelph Trillium is pleased toannounce that Riley Leach of Guelph has been accepted asthe Rotary International Youth Exchange Student for August2014 to August 2015, and will be traveling to Adamantina,which is North West of Sao Paulo, Brazil.

The Club will be asking for applications for exchangestudents for August 2015 to August 2016 in the near future.

For more information contact Joe Carpenter, ChairPerson of the Youth Exchange Committee, at 519-767-6669.Elizabeth Lambden, Member of the Public RelationsCommittee, at 519-824-0997.

Guelph student RileyLeach will travel toBrazil for a yearthrough the RotaryYouth ExchangeProgram.(supplied photo)

Deb Scott (left) and Cheryl Cowan (right) are two of the many volunteers thatmade the Tour de Guelph event a success.(supplied photo)

On July 6, 463 riders participated in the first annual Tour de Guelph, in support of The Foundation ofGuelph General Hospital and the Rotary Clubs of Guelph South and Guelph Trillium.

Riders chose from five routes, ranging from 5k to 100k. Close to 100 volunteers helped tomake the event a great success.

The event raised $33,000 to support Guelph General Hospital and projects funded by the RotaryClubs of Guelph South and Guelph Trillium.

“It was pretty incredible to be part of this from the time it was just an idea. We had a verydedicated organizing committee and I think that shows in how smoothly the event unfolded, especiallyfor a first-year effort. It had a great community feel to it and the fact that we raised as much as we didis the icing on the cake,” said The Foundation's Suzanne Bone.

The Tour de Guelph Committee, The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital and the RotaryClubs of Guelph South and Trillium, would like to thank the sponsors, volunteers andparticipants that made the event a great success. Congratulations to the top three fundraisers -Jeff Warner, Michael Diamond and Ross McKinnell.

Mark your calendars for next year's Tour de Guelph, Sunday July 5, 2015!

Tour de Guelph 2014 a great success

EVENT29th Annual Guelph Studio TourOctober 17 to 19Friday 7pm to 9pm; Saturday 10am to 6pm; Sunday 11am to 5pm.Enjoy the work of 39 local artists and artisans on this self-guided tour.Visit www.guelphstudiotour.ca to view a map and artist listing.

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Fall Activity and Events Guide 2014