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December 2012

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FUNNIES CROSSWORD & SODOKU NORTH EAST EVENTS
NIPAWIN COMMUNITY UPDATE FAITH & FAMILY

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~ Gienis at the Evergreen, Nipawin ~ D&Ds Diner , Nipawin ~ Nipawin & District Chamber of Commerce Office ~ Gypsy Moon Herbal Shoppe, Nipawin ~ Sunrise Caf, Nipawin ~ Bennys Bistro, Nipawin ~ Anns Second Hand , Nipawin ~ Salvation Army Thrift Store, Nipawin ~ A&W, Nipawin, Melfort & Tisdale ~ Splash & Lube Car Care Centre, Nipawin ~ The Pineland Co-op Bistro, Nipawin ~ Nipawin Bus Depot ~ A Kute Kut Hair Design, Nipawin ~ Trends Hair Studio, Nipawin ~ Davis Rexal Drugs Pharmacy, Nipawin ~ Northern Greens Resort, Nipawin ~ Tobin Lake Motel, Nipawin ~ Northern Transmission, Nipawin ~ Harpers Medical Clinic, Nipawin ~ Harpers Dental Clinic, Nipawin ~ The Vision Centre, Nipawin ~ Tim Hortons, Nipawin & Melfort ~ Oxford Dental Clinic, Nipawin ~ Murray Dunn, Nipawin ~ Discovery Playhouse & Cool Beans Caf, Nipawin ~ Subway, Nipawin, Tisdale & Melfort ~ KFC, Melfort, Nipawin ~ TJs Pizza, Melfort ~ Choice Nutrition, Melfort ~ Chicken Delight, Tisdale ~ BMO, Nipawin ~ The Canalta Hotel, Tisdale & Melfort ~ Robins Donuts, Tisdale ~ New Body Fitness, Tisdale ~ BMO Bank of Montreal, Tisdale ~ H&R Block, Nipawin ~ Ok Tire, Nipawin

12 Days of Christmas Correspondence

What's with you and those birds???? Seven swans-aswimming. What kind of joke is Dearest John: this? There's bird do-do all over the house and they never I went to the door today and stop the racket. I'm a nervous the postman delivered a parAffectionately, Agnes wreck and I can't sleep all tridge in a pear tree. What a *** night. IT'S NOT delightful gift. I couldn't have December 18th, Dearest John: FUNNY.......So stop with those been more surprised. birds. What a surprise! Today the With dearest love and affecpostman delivered five golden Sincerely, Agnes tion, Agnes rings. One for each finger. *** *** You're just impossible, but I December 15th, Dearest John: love it. Frankly, John, all those December 21st, OK Buster: squawking birds were beginning I think I prefer the birds. Today the postman brought What am I going to do with to get on my nerves. your very sweet gift. Just eight maids-a-milking? It's not imagine, two turtle doves.... All my love, Agnes enough with all those birds and I'm just delighted at your very *** eight maids-a-milking, but they thoughtful gift. They are just December 19th, Dear John: had to bring their own cows. adorable. When I opened the door there There is poop all over the lawn All my love, Agnes and I can't move into my own were actually six geese-a*** house. Just lay off me. . laying on my front steps. So December 16th, Dear John: you're back to the birds again, Ag Oh, aren't you the extravagant one! Now I must protest. I don't deserve such generosity. Three french hens. They are just darling but I must insist.... you're just too kind. huh? Those geese are huge. Where will I ever keep them? The neighbors are complaining and I can't sleep through the racket. PLEASE STOP! Cordially, Agnes *** December 20th, John: *** December 22nd, Hey: What are you? Some kind of sadist? Now there's nine pipers playing. And do they play! They never stopped chasing those maids since they got here yesterday morning. The cows are upset and are step-

Today the postman delivered four calling birds. Now really! They are beautiful, but don't you think enough is enough? You're being too romantic.

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ping all over those screeching birds. No wonder they screech. What am I going to do? The neighbors have started a petition to evict me. You'll get yours. From Ag *** December 23rd, You Creep! Now there's ten ladies dancing - I don't know why I call them ladies. Now the cows can't sleep and they've got diarrhea. My living room is a river of poop. The commissioner of buildings has subpoenaed me to give cause why the building shouldn't be condemned. I'm sicking the police on you. One who means it, Ag *** December 24th, Listen Idiot: What's with the eleven lords a -leaping? All 234 of the birds are dead. I hope you're satisfied, you rotten swine. Your sworn enemy, Miss Agnes McCallister *** December 25th (From the law offices Taeker, Spedar, and Baegar), Dear Sir: This is to acknowledge your latest gift of twelve fiddlers fiddling, which you have seen fit to inflict on our client, Miss Agnes McCallister. The destruction, of course, was total. All correspondence should come to our attention. If you should attempt to reach Miss McCallister at Happy Dale Sanitarium, the attendants have instructions to shoot you on sight. With this letter, please find attached a warrant for your arrest. -Merry Christmas

Top Ten Uses For Fruitcake

10. Use slices to balance that wobbly kitchen table. 9. Use instead of sand bags during El Nino. 8. Send to U.S. Air Force, let troops drop them. 7. Use as railroad ties. 6. Use as speed bumps to foil the neighborhood drag racers. 5. Collect ten and use them as bowling pins. 4. Use instead of cement shoes. 3. Save for next summer's garage sale. 2. Use slices in next skeetshooting competition. 1. Two words: pin cushion.

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Dr. Libby Weaver, author of Accidentally Overweight, hosted a very informative presentation on the subject of Digestion Detox which I attended this past summer at USANAs 20th Anniversary Celebration & Convention. Dr Libby Weaver (nee Ellis) (Ph.D) is one of Australasias leading nutrition specialists and weight loss experts based in Auckland, New Zealand. Here are a some quick points she shared:
to do so. Children are fussier than ever today due to zinc deficiency. Zinc is responsible for taste & texture of food. Oysters and Your Liver Loves: seeds are good sources. Nutritional information appears to constantly change. Food is designed to energize you. Information moves in cycles, every 30 years. Food should not bloat us. Poor Energy Short temper increase in body Fat.

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Nipawin Parade of Lights on Friday Dec 7th - parade line up at the Pineland Coop Marketplace at 815 pm - leaving the Coop at 9 pm sharp. Nipawin Parade of Lights, second performance on Friday Dec 14th - parade line up at the Pineland Coop Marketplace at 815 pm - leaving the Coop at 9 pm sharp. Melfort Mustangs celebrate their 25th Anniversary with the 2013 Ford Mustang Car Raffle - tickets $40 - draw date is Dec 31st at the Melfort Mustang Home Game Bonus 50/50 - grab a ticket at Melody Motors in Melfort. Car supplied by Melody Motors.. Nipawin Citizens on Patrol meet on the 2nd Tuesday of every Month. Interested Volunteers please call the Nipawin RCMP Detachment for more info!

student art and silent auction today thru to this Friday Dec 7th at the Snelgrove Gallery in Saskatoon. Auction and reception on Friday Dec 7th. A reminder to all men who raised funds for Men's cancers in Melfort Mustache Mania - please drop off your pledge forms and money to the Cancer Society office in Melfort ! We Thank You. Realty Executives "Canned Food Drive" now till Dec 20th - just drop off a canned food item at the Realty Executives Gateway Realty in the office on Main st. - all donations given back to the Melfort Food Bank.

Respiratory Health Clinics for Farmers hosted by the Prairie North Coop. Wed Dec 5th at the Prairie North Coop Market Place Food Store in the Melfort Mall. MUCC is asking for Nominations to the MUCC Wall Of Fame - Deadline for submission is Dec 31st - you may submit names by contacting MUCC in Melfort. The Watsonairs Christmas Carol Festival Thursday Dec 6th at 7 pm at St Pauls Presbyterian Church in Prince Albert donations will be taken for the Salvation Army Christmas Cheer Fund. Melfort Museum 8th annual Fundraiser THE CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS - dec 6-8 at the CJVR performing Arts Centre - Thursday, The Snowflake Tea at 2 pm, Friday the Sleigh Bell Business Lunch at noon - and Sat Dec 8th the Winter Wonderland Dinner and silent auction finale at 6 pm. Silent auction everyday 12 to 6 pm

GEORGE CANYON AT THE CJVR PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE - Tue Dec 11th at 8 pm - Tickets on sale now at the Kerry Vickar Centre. A presentation of Melody Motors and 105 CJVR. TickThe Visual Arts Students Union in Saska- ets $48 toon present "Silence" - the 15th annual

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Winter Wonderland Christmas Tree Extravaganza at the Nipawin Evergreen Centre on Thursday and Friday - Dec 6th and 7th, then join Santa for Breakfast at 8 am on Saturday Dec 8th - viewing and silent auction both days - Trees, wreaths, and gingerbread creations. THE CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS - Sleigh Bell Business lunch and silent auction on Friday Dec 7th from noon to 130 pm at the CJVR performing Arts Theatre - tickets $10 for a Christmas movie and treats - sponsored by the Melfort Real Estate Council. Nativity Display and Tea - Sat Dec 8th at Pioneer Place in Carrot River from 1 to 4 pm - Silver collection and door prize presented by the Carrot River Seniors. St Mathews Anglican Church in Tisdale will hold their Holly Bazaar and Tea, Sat Dec 8th from 2 to 4 pm. Carol Festival with the Tisdale Lions Community Band, and the Tisdale Men's Choir this Sunday Dec 9th at 2 pm in the Maurice Taylor Theatre at the Rec Plex. New Years Eve Bash at the Carrot River Hotel on Monday Dec 31st - Buffet at 6 pm - Dance to follow - Dinner tickets available now for $17 at the Hotel.

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Blue Love Seat $100, Brown Rocker Recliner with Automan $75, China Cupboard with top Glass doors $100, Chrome Table $10, Ladies Sorel BootsNew Sz 10 $50, Sz 10 Ski Boots $20, Navy Ladies Long Coat $10. Call 276-2426 7000 lbs axles, new deck 2011, two heavy duty storage boxes on goose-neck and a 20ft deck plus 4ft 812-7447 For sale 3.6 cu ft Danby deep freeze apartment size like new $150 call after 6pm 862-2054 Three approx. 8' long burgundy rope with gold sparkle dusted acorns. Very nice strung on the tree. $20 for the set of 3862-2624 New...Christmas wall/door hanging arrangement $18862-2624 For sale couch , leather love seat %50 each. Floral love seat $30 all in good shape 276-2646 Christmas special 2001 Chevy Blazer Good shape clean $3850862-5392

For sale Free Spirit treadmill with Will work for Seniors or disabled speed control, pulse sensor, time, persons in the Nipawin Area. Tues distance and calories used. $250. -Thurs. Call 862-5952 used very little Call after 6pm862aprox 50 books , true crime mys- 2054 tery etc, hard cover and paperLost a red jerry can of gas on Maback,,make a donation to the carple road east between 6th street to rot river christmas hamper pro4th street. Tim's treat for a reward gram and the books are yours loCell 862-6533 862-4817 cated in carrot river, thank you LOST: Our dog went missing Sat306-768-3138 urday he is a minature schnauzer / for sale; used radiators for scrap pekenese cross. Black in colour. if 862-9218 anybody has seen him please Looking for Lefse.862-3673 call!!862-5737 looking for tires P215 65R16 306- PUBLIC RINK MEETING Co401-0040 dette Community Centre Wed, Dec 5 7:30pm Looking for interest For sale Tandem axle car hauler in curling and skating ice.276trailer. Has 2 - 7000lbs axles, 3028 lights, brakes and ramps $2200862-3327 Will do snow shoveling 862-9562 For sale king size bed frame really Wanted: A pair of girls figure nice shape $200 862-2558 skates, size 6 and a pair of mens skates size 9 1/2 - 10 in good 21000 lbs triple axle goose neck shape.306-862-1997 trailer.Heavy Duty Trailer has 3x

New...never been used. Very good For sale 4 Pierenese Marena cross quality 8' lit "bough" for Christpups lager outside dogs. $50428mas decorating. $25 862-2624 2080 stampin up embossing kit, brand new never used, asking $30.00 862-3191 girls size 3 figure skates, mint condition, only worn a few times, asking $40.00 862-3191 roughrider hat, brand new never worn, asking $15.00862-3191 mens ,silver 10kt ring, size 10 asking $50.00862-3191 Wicker baby Moses Bassinet, comes with its own covered mattress, 5 pc layette set for boy or girl can be sold with it, $25.00 without, or $25.00 just for the bassinet. 862-2846 The First Years Disney Princess Magical Sounds Potty/stepping stool system, excellent shape, asking less than half price.( cost over 60) $25.00862-2846 For sale brand new snow blower cab $75. 4 Dunlop 225/55/R17 tires like new $500 862-5646 Looking for a riding mower with snow blower 862-2621 Will shovel snow 812-8136 Honeywood Veterinary Hospital looking for a home or the owner of a male black husky cross from Codette 306-862-4488 Honeywood Veterinary Hospital looking for a home or the owner of a black and white male lab cross from codette 306-862-4488 WANTED: Remington pump action 22 rifle.862-4205 Green leather couch and 2 chairs in excellent condition. $400 7682523 30 inch Whirlpool smooth top, convection, self clean range.

Snowmobile Safety Course in Nipawin on Friday and Saturday Dec 14th and 15th Melfort Daycare presents "Santa BreakLP Miller school in Nipawin. Friday fast and Winter Carnival" - Sat Dec 8th at night at 630 pm, and Saturday at 9 am. Caleb Village Open House - Tisdale - Fri- MUCC - Santa breakfast at 8 am, winter $35 per student with a family rate availcarnival at 9 am, and Santa will visit at 11 able. Pre register by Wed Dec 12th by day and Saturday Dec 7th and 8th from 10 am. to 4 pm. Tours and treats at the Coffee calling Greg Youzwa. Bistro. Turkey Shoot at the Mistatime CommuNew To You Sale on Tuesday Dec 11th at nity Centre on Sunday Dec 9th from 130 Quilly's Community Place in Porcupine Soup and Sandwhich and coffee and desert on Friday Dec 7th - open until 3 pm at to 330 pm - proceeds to the Community Plain from 9 am to 4 pm. Centre. Pioneer Place in Carrot River. 1130 am to 1 pm - Sponsored by the Gospel Mission The Melfort Rotary Carol Festival is Sun- Melfort Cross Country Ski Club meeting is Wed Dec 12th at 7 pm at Plus Industries Church. day December 9th at 2pm and Tuesday in Melfort. December 11th at 7pm at the Melfort THE CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS Melfort Wildlife Federation Horn Measur- Winter Wonderland Dinner on Sat Dec United Church. Collection proceeds in 8th at 6 pm at the CJVR performing Arts support of the Salvation Army Christmas ing Day is Wed Dec 12th from 7 to 10 pm - at the Wildlife Clubhouse. . Theatre - tickets at Scotiabank. Catered by Hamper program. Smitty's - Christmas entertainment and the Rotary Carol Festival in Melfort is this "Red Neck Romeo and Juliet" - a presenfinale of the Silent Auction. Tickets $25. Sunday Dec 9th and Tuesday Dec11th at 7 tation of the Carrot River High School Bring your staff for a night out pm at the Melfort United Church. 25 Thursday Dec 13th and Friday Dec 14th groups and individuals will perform. Pro- dinner theatre. Doors open at 530 pm at Santa Clause Day on Sat Dec 8th at 130 the school - tickets at the Carrot River pm at the Melfort Mall - drop the kids off ceeds to the Salvation Army Christmas Hamper Program. Scotiabank.

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A Christmas Resolution
Written by Mitch Temple While dashing through the snow could be written today as speeding down the interstate to the mall, both statements sound stressful to me. With the arrival of the holidays, many of us experience an odd mixture of excitement and dread as we prepare to celebrate the season. We get excited about the lights, shopping and Christmas dinner with family, but we also fear the stress that past holidays have taught us to expect. From previous family misunderstandings and hurt feelings to scheduling conflicts, tight finances and the wear and tear on the body, holidays have a way of taking their toll on us. I have found that the best way to lessen the stress of the holidays is to be prepared: Recognize stress triggers ahead of time, and plan to minimize their impact. For example: Realize that you will get several invitations to holiday parties, events or service opportunities, and limit the number of events you will commit to before the invitations come. Create a holiday budget together. Commit to sticking to the budget no matter how great the sales are! Try to resolve extended family issues before holiday gatherings, if possible. Sit down and discuss the problems rather than ignore them. Commit to dealing with spousal conflict after the emotion has died down: Honey, we are both tired. Let's not try to solve this now. Let's talk in the morning over coffee. Use common sense, and be disciplined enough to handle conflict in the right way. Schedule time for each other: Go to bed at a decent hour. Exercise or take a walk together. Protect your together time. Most of all, remember what this time of year is all about: But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people . . . a savior has been born to you; He is Christ the Lord (Luke 2:10 -11, NIV).

Meet Your NEW Nipawin Town Council

Dave Trann, MayorKaren and I have been here for almost 35 years raising two sons and a daughter, who have
I have served on Town Council for the last 15 years and bring experience to the table. Becoming Mayor of Nipawin was never on my radar 15 years ago, but, it has evolved where I want to step into that role. I feel a deep sense of responsibility as mayor of Nipawin and will work hard to achieve the goals that will benefit Nipawin and region. gone on to have successful careers. We have been involved in many organizations and feel that everyone should have a responsibility to contribute making their community a better place.

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Terry Farden, CouncilorMy family and I moved to Nipawin in Feb, 1998. I have been an active volunteer in
the community since 1999; this is when I joined the Kinsmen. I later joined The Nipawin Health Foundation in 2006; I sat a director for 4 years then as Chairmen of the board for 2 yrs. I am currently serving my second term on Council. Im excited about what council has started in the past three years and even more so with what we are setting out to accomplish in the next four. Kitchens, Bath Vanities, Hutches, Office Cabinetry, Laminate, Quartz or Granite Counters & more.

have raised our three kids here; Kymber, Niclas and Brettyn. We have also started and grown several business ventures, and I currently own Northern Greens Resort (across from the Evergreen Golf Course). My background includes degrees in Education and Social Work, as well as Journeyman status in tourism and hospitality. I believe in lifelong learning, therefore, I have taken advantage of many other educational opportunities along the way. I have always been a strong supporter of community and economic development, and have several years of commitment on boards and committees, locally and provincially. My family and I value volunteerism, and are always ready to contribute to the well-being and development of our area. I am looking forward to a second term on Council, We love it here! Planner and operate a Financial Planning, Investment and Insurance practice. I am also involved with the local Health Foundation to raise funds and help enhance our areas health care. My wife Rosanne is an Advanced Clinical Registered Nurse working in the health facilities of Nipawin and Cumberland House. We have two young adult children, Kaila and Sean who have started their career journeys. I believe in my community and was a Kinsmen Member for 18 plus years, I believe my entire career and community service work has prepared me well for the position as councillor. The success of our community, Nipawin, is important to me and the opportunities within the Twin Lakes region are key to this success. If we work together with our neighboring villages, towns and rural municipalities we will all reap the rewards or each others growth and economic success. pawin home. In 2010 I retired after a 32 year career as a teacher and school principal. In my first term as a Town Councillor I served on the following town committees: Protective Services, Parks and Recreation, Library Board and the Housing Committee. My other community involvement includes: Vice President and Director for the Nipawin Oasis Centre, board member for Nipawin Habitat for Humanity, Nipawin Citizens on Patrol, a member of the Nipawin Historical Society and a Nipawin Hawks fan and volunteer. I found my first term as a Councillor for the Town of Nipawin very challenging and rewarding. I am looking forward to my continued involvement in serving the community for the next four year term.

Kathy Palidwar, CouncillorI have been a proud resident of Nipawin for 30 years. My husband Gary and I

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Lewis Robin, CouncillorIm a local fellow, born and raised in the Nipawin area. Im a certified Financial

Micheal Botterill, CouncillorI was born and raised in Nipawin and for most of my 58 years have called Ni-

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Chris Grieve, CouncillorMy wife and I finally moved to Nipawin in 2008 after first discovering the town on a
family fishing vacation back in 2003 and vowing to make it our own. Originally from Calgary, I am a freelance graphic designer (advertising) with a near life-long history in business and production management. A team builder by nature, I thrive in community events coordination, public relations and dispute resolution. I embrace the vision of the 2020 Action Plan and I accept the responsibilities that contributing to a thriving community in the capacity of Town Councillor will require.

Nic Palidwar, CouncillorNic was born and raised in Nipawin and recently returned home after travelling overseas, working away in the oil, and potash industries. Nic currently owns and operates a local personal fitness training business (Peak Fitness) and works with two family owned businesses. Nic also sits on the Nipawin Recreation Board, and has a passion for volunteering and helping within the community. Nic is looking forward to serving the community of Nipawin for the next four years!

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