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Box 67. Nobleford, Ab.T0L 1S0. Municipal Office, 906 Highway Avenue

Phone (403)824-3555. Fax 824-3553. E-mail: admin@nobleford.ca www.nobleford.ca

JULY/AUGUST 2014 NEWSLETTER

Mayor Don McDowell , Councillors: Marguerite Wobick. Don Holinaty, Pete Pelley, Don Vincent Administration and Staff: Kirk Hofman, Karen Feenstra, Tammy Liriano, Ernest Langridge, Logan Howes, Summer staff: Sid Leensbak, Logan Schlamp, Joseph Martens, Melissa Jensen, Tylor Holtorf, Jade Hodgson

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Nobleford Heritage Day

August 9th, 2014

Come and Enjoy our Annual Heritage Day with Family Fun Events!! 7:30 – 10 am: Pancake Breakfast at Community Complex ∗ (Sponsored by Vandenberg Hay Farms and Noble Equipment Ltd./organized by VON Council); Admission by donation; proceeds to go

to the Heritage Society. 7:30 – 10 am: Bake Sale at the Community Complex ∗ Tables to sell baked goods 10 am – 4 pm: Museum Open – Special 25th Anniversary Exhibit ∗ Temporary Glitter tattoos (for kids) at the Museum 11 am – 12 pm: Parade – contact Wanda Luchia – 403-824-3254 ∗ Assemble at Richardson Pioneer – assembly at 9 am, judging at 10 am.

12 – 2 pm: Hamburgers & Pop at Fire Hall (Nobleford Fire Department) 12 – 2 pm: Sandwiches and Baked Goods at Nobleford Seniors Centre 12 – 4 pm: Petting Zoo Sponsored by Nobleford Heritage Society 1 – 2 pm: “People’s Choice Awards” at the Community Complex ∗ What was your favorite parade entry?? Secret ballot. 1 – 4 pm: Events at the Nobleford Community Complex ∗ Adrenaline Rush Extreme Obstacle Course (5+ years) and Jump-N-Slide (<5 years) (Sponsored by Nobleford Ag. Society) ∗ Dog Agility , Scent hurdle, Carting, Nose works Demonstrations at 1 and 3 pm (Southwest of Complex) ∗ Serenity Equestrian Carting Drill Routine (mini horses) at 2 and 4 pm ∗ Horse Rides (Nobleford Parks and Recreation Society) ∗ Toddler area by Barons Eureka Warner FCSS, Games by Summer Fun ∗ Outdoor Snack/Refreshment Concession

5 – 7 pm: Community Supper at the Community Complex

We Thank Our Proud Sponsors

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Mayor’s Message

From all of Council have a safe and happy summer. Just a reminder of an upcoming event in our community is the annual Heritage Days to be held on August 9. There will be a breakfast sponsored by Vandenberg Hay Farms/Noble Equipment from 7:30 am - 10:00 am. The Parade is at 11:00 am. There will be lunch at two locations, the Seniors Centre and the Fire Hall. There will also be a dinner this year being held at the Nobleford Community Complex from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. A full list of the activities is also in the Newsletter. Mayor, Don McDowell

SEWER AND WATER LINES. It is your responsibility to care for the entire service line to your property. The Village is responsible for all main sewer and water lines. The Village offers lateral service line cleaning at a fee of $20 during regular work hours and options for possible after hours cleaning at $100. We also offer vapor rooting application for $100.

NOBLEFORD MUSEUM

Stop by the museum and experience some history of Nobleford area. Open daily.

Message from Newsletter Coordinator

Note to all Advertisers:

If you could please have your submissions in by the deadline.

Next deadline is September 20th, 2014.

You can drop them off at the village office,

or by email zduffety@yahoo.ca

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Christian Reformed Church Submitted by Patricia Konynenbelt www.noblefordcrc.com Sunday Services – 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. – Pastor Pete VanderBeek Pre-school and Nursery Sunday School – meet during the a.m. service YPS and Young Adults – Sunday evenings for either Bible Study or Social JULY/AUGUST – 2014 - the time for summer vacations and respite from daily routines such as school, etc. May and June brought an abundance of rain delaying the warm days of summer and a delay for spring planting. “Green thumbs” were anxious to plant their gardens and add color to their yards. However, our Creator God sent us the sunshine in His good time. Beauty surrounds us everywhere with flowers in full bloom and the trees giving of their shade to yards and walkways. Let us give thanks for the beauty of the creation that surrounds us; for the majestic mountains; the prairie landscape that stretches as far as the eye can see; for the beautiful sunrises and sunsets; and for the sun, moon and twinkling stars that give light for each day. * Six years of planning. Excitement is mounting. This is the year that our local Cadet Club members will not have to travel a long distance to attend the INTERNATIONAL CADET CAMPOREE. It will be held at Kamp Lone Pine near Lacombe from July 23 -30. We pray that the young men and Counselors planning to attend will enjoy the planned activities; for friendships that will be made or renewed. * The annual GEMS SUMMER CAMP will once again be held at Gull Lake. Dates for this camp are Aug. 11-15. We pray for safe travel for those attending and that a good time will be had by all attendees. * The annual Burger Bash” once again a success. Thank you to all who attended. We pray that you enjoyed the food and fellowship. * Despite the infestation of mosquitoes, the July 1st church picnic was well attended. Thank you to the Youth Group for organizing the games and prizes for all ages. A “job” well done. * Have you got your calendars marked for the Annual Daily Vacation Bible School? Take note of the advertisement elsewhere in this newsletter. The dates are Aug. 11-15 from 9:00-11:45 a.m. Children from age 4 to those who have completed grade 4 are welcome to attend. The theme for this year is “Son Treasure Island” – discovering God’s love. * Congratulations to Trevor and Tara Vanee who were blessed with the birth of their daughter Angelica Reanne on July 3rd. A sister for Rebecca. May you be blessed with God’s guiding hand as you teach your children “to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ” – 2 Peter 3:18 * Congratulations to Barend and Stacy Van der kooij (nee Buday) who exchanged marriage vows on June 28th. God’s blessings to them as they begin a new chapter in their lives. “Love is of the Lord”- 1 John 4:7 * Congratulations also to Kim Pastink and Steven Bos as they plan to be married on Aug. 22nd. Congratulations also to Kyle Konynenbelt and Krystle Cordeiro Remedios who’s marriage is planned for Aug. 30th. “Through love serve one another” – Gal. 5:13 * The first semester of the 2014/15 school year is upon us. August is a time of planning for teachers and parents to prepare students for another year of learning. August is also a time for those parents who will see their sons/daughters leave home to further their education at a university or college whether that be close to home or some distant place. This is a “journey” in learning and preparing for the future. We pray for parents and students as they embark on this journey. And yes, our bus drivers also need our prayers as they prepare for their task for “transporting” precious ones to and from school each day. * Enjoy the remaining weeks of summer. Please be courteous as you travel the highways and byways of this great land. We extend a warm welcome to everyone in the community to join us in worship each Sunday. Shalom!!!

GRASS COMPOST Please drop your grass clippings at The Waste transfer site Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 403 824-3232,. When the waste transfer site is closed you may dispose of your grass clippings at the site on North Highway Av. Please do not dump tree branches here.

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You are Illegally Parked. This is a warning, ∗ Tickets will be issued by RCMP or Village for violations, vehicles will be towed without notice. ∗ NO PARKING on HIGHWAY AVENUE at any time. ∗ NO semi parking in North Nobleford east of Highway Av. Please park on West Railway Avenue. ∗ The provincial laws do allow for trailer parking on streets providing the trailer is hitched to the vehicle at all times, but

the Village law prohibits trailer parking on streets. DO not park any trailer on any residential street for more than short periods of time for loading or unloading unless you have permission from the Village.

Village bylaw - No person shall park any commercial vehicle, bus or motor home, truck, engine, trailer or truck of the design capacity of more than 1 tonne or a length of more than 6 metres on any highway other than the designated truck route, except where such parking is expressly prohibited on truck route. ∗ You make park a semi tractor or bus or RV on your private property. You shall be responsible for costs to repair any

damage that your large vehicle causes, including concrete sidewalks. ∗ Visitors may park their RV on the east side of the community complex for up to 72 hours. Donations are accepted at the Village office. Place $ in after hours drop box at Village Office. ∗ NO PARKING in alleys or lanes, you may be towed without notice. PARKING, please be considerate of your neighbors and community.

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BOULEVARD TREE TRIMMING Thank you for the great response from so many of you in trimming your boulevard or alley trees. The Village is again offering complimentary rental of the dump truck to haul boulevard branches away. Please contact the office to book the truck. You may also book the dump truck at a cost of $40 for tree branches from your private property.

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Monarch Monarch Monarch ReformedReformedReformed ChurchChurchChurch That colored arch which appears in the sky when the sun’s light falls on rain seems to act like a magnet on one’s eyes. Time after time you will hear the sudden excited exclamation “There’s a rainbow!” even more rewarding is when you see a second rainbow appear alongside the first one. Ones eyes are fixed upon that rainbow hoping that it gets brighter and forms a perfect arch. The beautiful rainbow which appears in the sky is the token of the covenant God made with Noah that the earth would never again be destroyed by water. Sundays 10:00 AM: - Worship Service with Pastor Bob Derrick - Sunday School during the Worship Service - Coffee hour following the service The Bible Study Groups will not be meeting during the summer months. The Youth Group, which included youth from the Nazarene Church, had their wind up get together on June 6-7 with a camp-out on the church grounds. This fall will bring a change to the Youth Groups. Barb and Gerald Harbers, who have led the group for seven years, will be stepping aside and Jessica Harbers will continue to lead the Nazarene Church youth in Lethbridge. During the morning worship services on Sunday, June 22, Deanna Storfie bought the message through a drama presentation of the story of Gladys Alward an English Missionary to China. The one-person drama was written and performed by Deanna of Acting Up Drama. On June 29, Pastor Luc Zogdia from Burkina Faso in Africa was a guest at the morning worship service. Pastor Luc was a Bible Translator with the Wycliffe Bible Translation for almost five years before overseeing an orphanage., looking after foreign missionaries serving in the area and pasturing in the town of Boura he is a part of the Evangelical Assembly of :Pentecostal Churches. With the help of a translator Pastor Luc spoke of the conditions in Africa, the aid needed by the people and how this aid could be bought to them. He presented the Monarch Church with a hand-made wall hanging in appreciation for the water well that the church sponsored. Thank you to all those who supported in any way the table sponsored by the Monarch Reformed Church at the Nobleford Community Garage Sale on June 7. The funds raised from this sale will be used toward the Mission fund of the church. Congratulations: ∗ To Jeff and Kristie Harbers on the birth of a son, Myles Gerrit Jeffery on May 13, 2014. proud grandparents are Bryon and Mary Harbers and great

grandmother is Hilgonda Harbers. ∗ To Devon Moltzahn and Rachel Vandebeek on their marriage on May 30, 2014. Devon and Rachel have bought a home in the Village of Nobleford. ∗ To Colin Zoeteman on his grade 12 graduation from FP Walshe High School in Fort Macleod, AB Our prayers and sympathy go to Maryanna and Pastor Bob Derrick and their family with the passing away of Maryanna’s mother Carol Napora on May 12, 2014 in Maple Ridge, BC. Maryanna and Pastor Bob along with the boys travelled to Maple Ridge for the memorial service on May 24 with Pastor Bob officiating. They also attended the inurnment of the ashes of Carol on July 9, 2014 in Port Coquitlam, BC. Tim Stotyn, husband of the late Anna Stotyn, passed away on May 10, 2014 at the age of 102 years. Tim, the son of William and Styntje Stotyn was born on December 6, 1911 on his parents homestead in the Monarch area and he grew up there. He was affiliated with the Monarch Reformed Church from the time of his birth to the time of his passing away. On December 18, 1941 Tim married Anna, daughter of Johannes and Francina Harink, and together they lived in the town of Monarch throughout their lives. Our thoughts and sympathy go to Tim and Anna’s son Tymen and his wife Donna and their family. Francis Hankinson, wife of Rev. Larry Hankinson, passed away on May 24, 2014 at the age of 80 years, through the years, Francis and Larry were familiar faces in the Monarch congregations. Rev. Hankinson was the Interim Minister for the Monarch Reformed Church in 1993 and ministered from the pulpit on numerous other occasions.

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The Nobleford Heritage Society strives to ensure a safe and fun environment for all participants and the audience. Please read the rules and

regulations carefully for the benefit of parade participants, spectators and Heritage Society Members.

RULES AND REGULATIONS

∗ INDEMNIFICATION: The parade participant and their entourage, shall indemnify, defend and save harmless the NOBLEFORD HERITAGE SOCIETY and the Village of Nobleford from and against any and all claims, losses, costs, expenses, damages and liabilities due to bodily injury or property damage arising directly or indirectly from his or her participation in the parade.

∗ DECORATIONS : Entries must be 40% decorated! ∗ FLOAT DIMENSIONS : All parade entries will not exceed the maximum allowable specifications as set out by the Traffic Safety Act.

In all cases, float dimensions must be able to safely negotiate the 90 degree turns required along the parade route. ∗ DRIVERS: Drivers play an important role in any type of entry and carry a number of important responsibilities. All drivers will have a

valid driver’s license. Drivers need to ensure all aspects of their float are in good working order. Drivers must have a 180 degree view from their position at all times. We ask that drivers know the official name of the entry and for safety reasons, drivers of the motorized entry are NOT allowed to distribute candy or any other materials during the parade, their full attention must be on the parade.

∗ LIVESTOCK: All livestock entries must display a proper disposition and be in control without assistance at all times. Livestock should

be “parade-wise, well-groomed, healthy and in good condition to complete the parade route. ∗ CANDY DISTRIBUTION: Candy and other materials will NOT BE THROWN from moving vehicles. Entries will use walkers,

runners or any other form of participant to distribute such items from the side. The Nobleford Heritage Society discourages the distribution of candy and other such items.

∗ PARADE ASSEMBLY: Parade assembles at the North end of town. All parade entries should arrive northbound on Hwy. Ave. FROM

Hwy 519 and follow signage. Assembly starts at 9:00 am. Judging at 10:00 am. Late arrivals may not be judged. ∗ MUSIC: Entries are encouraged to incorporate music: this will make for a much interesting parade and will draw more attention to your

entry. We ask that music be kept to a reasonable level while in the parade assembly area. ∗ PARADE POSITION: Will be assigned at the discretion of the members of the Heritage Society upon departure of parade. ∗ VIEWING: To allow for maximum viewing potential of your parade entry, we ask that drivers keep a distance of 18’ between them and

the float ahead of them. ∗ ENTRY FORM : All entries must be duly completed, signed and received before 10:00am. August 9,2014.

403-892-3250 Box 203, Nobleford, AB. T0L 1S0 403-824-3264 Fax

Congratulations to: Nobleford Parent Association

Lethbridge County has recently awarded the Nobleford Parent Association with a $15,000 grant to be used toward the new playground project at the School. The Village will also contribute $22,000 to the Society for this project under Policy #02-22 Not for Profit Initiatives Funding. This project is anticipated to be done in 2015.

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JUDGING CRITERIA

∗ All entries are judged in the assembly area starting at 10:00am. ∗ Entries will be judged in one category only; ∗ Awards will be presented to winners prior to the parade start. ∗ Judges only have a few minutes to evaluate each parade entry on parade morning. Please ensure your entry is “parade-ready” at

10:00am. ∗ Judges will award marks based on the following criteria (not in any specific order)

∗ Originality – How well does the entry showcase originality in design, features, material used, etc. ∗ Work Involved – How much time has been spent in thought, creation, design, decorating, etc. of the entry. ∗ Props used- Accessories accompanying the float to enhance the message, look and/or appearance of the entry. ∗ Overall appearance- Is the entry visually appealing from all directions? Colour combinations, elements used, balanced look, etc. ∗ Music- Consideration will be given to those incorporating music.

∗ Decisions made by the judges on all awards are final.

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Category: __________________________ Name of Organization: ___________________________________ Contact Person & Information Mailing: ___________________________________ Phone (s): ___________________________________ Email (s): ___________________________________ Announcer Notes Tell us about your entry! (Mandatory) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Number of animals in parade: ___________ _____________ Number of people in parade: _________________________

How far did you come?

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Category:

∗ Decorated Bikes (children)

∗ Commercial float

∗ Non-commercial float

∗ Old Tractor

∗ Antique Car/Truck (1949/earlier)

∗ Classic Cars/Trucks (1950-80)

∗ Horse Drawn

∗ Cultural Entry

∗ Walking/Marching

HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNITY CLAUSE

By signing this agreement and participating in the Nobleford Heritage Day Parade, I

further agree I will save harmless and indemnify the Nobleford heritage Day Society and

the Village of Nobleford and their Directors, Officers, Volunteers, Employees representa-

tives and Sponsors, from any and all liabilities and claims which may occur from my

participation in the Heritage Day Parade.

I acknowledge that I have read, and will conform to, the stated rules and regulations estab-

lished for this event. I will ensure that all participants associated with my entry are in-

formed of and will abide by the established rules and regulations, and participants are

aware of possible event media coverage.

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Participant Name (Print)

_______________________________________________________________

Signature

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Senior’s News Submitted by Gisela Wise

Hello Seniors Here were are at the start of summer and apart from all the rain we had in June, the weather has now turned up trumps and given us some glorious sunshine. Our last Pancake Breakfast was a bit of a surprise, at this time the ladies did the cooking. We think everybody enjoyed pancakes, waffles, sausages, bacon, scrambled and fried eggs and we had fruit as well. Our next event will be Heritage Day on the 9th of August and the Seniors will once again open their doors for refreshments and sandwiches, coffee, juice and doughnuts and there will also be a bake sale. Lets hope the Weather God will be good and give us a glorious day. Our facility can be used for various functions and people are able to book the use of it, we have a fully functioning kitchen and lots of tables and chairs. Come and join our crafting afternoon on Tuesdays from 1-3pm. Anybody is welcome. Wednesday coffee morning starts at 9:15am and men's pool on Fridays from 1-3pm. Please note there will be no Pancake Breakfast in July and August, this will restart in September. We hope everybody has a lovely summer.

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YOUR STORY DESERVES TO BE TOLD! Local History Book in progress!

The committee working on a new edition of our local history book is awaiting YOUR story!

You don't have to be a “Son of Wind and Soil”; you could be a “daughter of the water”,

or a “child of the wild”! If you live in the Nobleford/Monarch area we would like to include YOU.

Our brochure (copies at the museum, village office, restaurant, grocery store, and on the Village of Nobleford website) has lots of ideas on the types of things you could write about! If you need more help, contact us at windandsoil@gmail.com; phone one of us; or talk to us in person on Heritage Day. We'll have an information table set up at the complex and at the museum. Plans are being made to hold writing workshops in the fall that will offer more help to get you started. Our early bird deadline is fast approaching: if you submit your story before September 1 of this year, your name will be entered in a draw for a free copy of the book! Anyone who pre-purchases a copy of the book before Sept. 1, 2014 will also have their name entered in a draw for a free book. [We were saddened by the death of one of our committee members, Betty Mae Stewart. Her presence and valuable help in working on this book will be greatly missed. We would like to extend our sincere condolences to her family. We would also like to express our deep sympathy to Buck and Doreen Spencer on the passing of their daughter Shannon.]

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“To provide the students at Noble Central School with extra funds to assist in creating more

opportunities for field trips to science centres, extra curricular activities and various camps, just to name a few”.

Noble Central School is a small school (one of a couple of K-12 left). We as a group have come to realize that more can be done to provide additional funding and support and to create more opportunities that the students

themselves will benefit from.

The NPA is desperately searching for volunteers. REMEMBER—just a fraction of someone's time and/or support goes a long way in achieving our goal.

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NOBLEFORD COMMUNITY COMPLEX RENTAL .

All booking must be done through the Village office. Main gym / banquet hall (478 capacity). $20.00 per hour or $200.00 per day,

Upstairs Room (60 capacity) $20.00 per hour or $100.00 per day, Kitchen $50.00 per booking.

Nobleford has very low rental rate for the Community Complex. In order to maintain these low rates all renters are required to clean the facility. If you chose not to clean the facility there will be additional fees for cleaning. Please discuss this issue at the Village office when booking. The cost to operate the Community Complex is over $30,000 per year. The Nobleford property tax payer subsidizes this facility significantly as only $12,000 is recovered from rental income. The Village does not get any grants for operating costs of the complex. The Nobleford Complex Society (NCCS) provides Volunteers and assists in fundraising for the complex.

Use of the Nobleford Community Complex at no charge ! The Nobleford Community complex is available to Village of Nobleford residents at no charge providing: ∗ That the facility is not booked by a fee paying user. ∗ The activity is open to the community. ∗ No Fee will be charged related to the activity. ∗ The facility is to be booked through the Village office using standard forms and procedures. ∗ $100 refundable security deposit is required. ∗ The activity shall be publicly advertised for at least 7 days. ∗ The activity may be posted in the bulletin board by the complex and post office. Activities such as; athletic activities, musical jam sessions, movie nights, social activities are all possible. Any fundraising activities are subject to a fee unless associated with Nobleford Community Complex Society ( NCCS) The Village of Nobleford will grant the NCCS use of the facility at no fee unless their event activities generate revenue. If the majority of the NCCS complex event or activity revenues (51%), hosted by NCCS or their associates, go toward the Village of Nobleford Complex expenses, no fee will be charged.

PROPERTY TAXES Tax notices were mailed out in May. Taxes are due payable August 31. A monthly payment plan is available. If you anticipate any issues related to non payment, please meet with the Village CAO to discuss options. Unpaid taxes and utilities are subject to the equivalent of 24% annual interest charges.

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Please be a considerate and responsible pet owner and clean up after your pet. There are Incidents of pets feces left on our parks, pathways, street and private and public property. Please clean up after your pet. Leaving feces in garbage cans can result in unsanitary conditions. Using the sewer system is the best way to dispose of feces. “FLUSH IT”. You will be fined $100 for not cleaning up after your pet.

DOG and Cat Responsibility All dogs and cats must be licensed in the Village. This is needed to help keep pet owners and non pet owners responsible and all pets protected. Recently a pet cat was reported to die from antifreeze poisoning. Please keep your dangerous items properly stored and keep in mind it is against the law to intentionally cause harm. License fees are only $ 40 each or $20 if spayed or neutered for up to 2 dogs or 2 cats per house hold, addition fees and application is required for more pets. Fines start at $100. http://nobleford.ca/governance/bylaws-policies-imdp-lub/

Trimming Trees, overhanging sidewalks, streets, laneways and alleys Please help out and keep your trees trimmed 8 feet above the sidewalks so people can walk under them. Also keep your trees and bushes cut at least 1 foot back from the sidewalk. Your streets overhanging the streets must be trimmed back to allow for vehicles to pass under or beside. Please trim your trees encroaching on alleys, laneways. The Village may, upon request, provide you with a dump truck to dispose of the branches at no charge. please contact the Village office.

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Nobleford Centennial Society 1918-2018

Est. 2013

c/o Box 154 Nobleford, AB T0L 1S0

windandsoil@gmail.com Submitted by Lee Moltzahn

The Centennial Society held a “Dessert Meeting” on May 26th for the purpose of collaborating more with the other community groups for the centennial celebrations. Thank you to those who attended and brought their delicious desserts. There was more than enough for seconds…..well, maybe thirds….There was great discussion and the plans for the centennial are unfolding. The date for the celebrations has been set for August 6-12, 2018. We are also planning on having some type of celebration every month during the centennial year. The minutes from the May 26th meeting will be sent out to all community groups. The Centennial society will be putting an entry in the parade on HERITAGE DAY and the book committee will have a booth set up at the Pancake Breakfast (curling rink) and the Museum to promote the history book. The Centennial Society was very fortunate to receive a laptop and printer (on-loan) from the Nobleford Area Museum Society. The equipment was donated to the Museum Society by the CYPRESS GROUP (Louis Mate Jr.) and will be of great use to the Centennial Society and History Book Committee. Special thanks to the Museum Society and Cypress Group for making this happen. On June 5th, we lost one of our History Book Committee members, Betty Mae Stewart. We would like to offer sincere condolences to her family, she will be missed. We would also like to extend our sincere condolences to Buck and Doreen Spencer (History Book Committee members) on the passing of their daughter, Shannon Spencer on July 3rd. Our next Centennial Society meeting will be held at 7:30 pm on July 28, 2014 at the Nobleford Area Museum. All are welcome to attend!

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Dinner Buffet Saturday 5:00pm - 8:30pm

Breakfast Menu

Daily 8:30am - 11:00am

We also do Catering

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THE NOBLEFORD AREA MUSEUM SOCIETY Est. 1989

Submitted by Lee Moltzahn

Contact: P.O. Box 505 Nobleford, AB, T0L 1S0; (1)403-824-3909 225 Milnes Street

noblefordareamuseum@gmail.com

Open for the Summer: Monday to Saturday; 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Check us out on FACEBOOK – “Nobleford Area Museum Society” Well it certainly seems the dog-days of summer are upon us. I hope you all are enjoying the fabulous weather, minus the hoards of mosquitoes! The Museum is now open Monday to Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. for the summer months (July and August). We have hired Kaven Manyshots as our summer student this year. I would like to encourage you all to come and check out YOUR museum and say hi to Kaven!

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the resignation of our Secretary, Linda Sterenberg. She has decided to step down for personal reasons. Linda has been a valued volunteer during her time as Secretary and her contributions over the many years she served were much appreciated by everyone. Thank you to Magdalena Thiim, who has agreed to stand in for Linda until elections for the executive are held at the next AGM. Our SPRING TEA, held on May 3rd was enjoyed by all. Donations were $85.00 and the hanging basket raffle netted $65.00. Thank you everyone! The pictures on this page are from our special exhibit at the Tea. The theme was “dresser accessories.” Special thanks to our photographer, Linda Sterenberg. The FATHER’S DAY BREAKFAST experienced a great turnout. Guests were treated to pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, and juice/coffee. Thank you to our pancake/egg cookers, Gary Pike, Clarence Sterenberg, and Lee Moltzahn. Special thanks as well as our hard working ladies who made sure the tables were set, coffee was made, and our guests were well looked after. Unfortunately, our SCABBY BUTTE TOUR to follow the breakfast was cancelled due to poor weather conditions. It has not been rescheduled as of yet. The Nobleford Area Museum Society has climbed another rung on the technological ladder; we now have an email account!! Our address is noblefordareamuseum@gmail.com. The Museum Society will be celebrating its 25th ANNIVERSARY on December 7th, 2014. In honor of this milestone, there will be a special display on Heritage Day at the museum commemorating our first 25 years. Also regarding HERITAGE DAY (August 9th), the society will also be doing temporary glitter tattoos for kids at the Museum as a fundraiser. The unveiling of our short film, “A NOBLE VISION ” will be held on Friday, August 22nd, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at the Noble Central School Gymnasium. Refreshments to follow. This film showcases C.S. Noble (founder of our village) and the Noble Blade Factory. We are very excited about this ambitious endeavour! Everyone in the community is invited to attend the premiere. Please see the advertisement in this newsletter for more details. As the Museum correspondent for the village newsletter, I’d like to encourage you all to send me suggestions for short articles pertaining to the history of Nobleford and the surrounding area. What about the history of Nobleford has intrigued you and you would like to know more? I can be reached at: leemoltzahn@gmail.com or 403-892-4929. As always, the Museum is always open to NEW MEMBERS . Fresh ideas and faces are always welcome! Regular meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 7:30 pm at the Museum (225 Milnes St.).

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Nobleford is your Community The Village of Nobleford is generally recognized as a quiet, well kept family community. Neighbors often care for each other and respect the community in which they live. Here are a few things you can do to build your community:

∗ Keep your yard neat and clean, free of weeds and tall grass. Your weeds become your neighbors.

∗ Keep your alley, laneway, boulevard neat and clear; trim trees and bushes as needed.

∗ Keep your pet off your neighbor’s property and in control. Quiet is appreciated.

∗ Clean up after your pet on public property and your own property, it’s a health issue.

∗ Visit your neighbors and talk about any issues you have mutual concerns with.

∗ Watch for children playing around Nobleford, they are valuable, lets all take care of them.

∗ SLOW down when driving through our residential neighborhoods, be safe not foolish.

∗ Please park on your driveways. This keeps the streets clear.

∗ Leave things better than what you found them, we all appreciate this.

∗ If you witness vandalism, report it to RCMP or Village office.

∗ Talk with members of your household about these principals.

325 Highway Ave Picture Butte 732-5141 Annie Van Der Veen (Owner)

Unique children’s clothing & gifts

Book a party today and receive 2 free gifts valued at $90.00 just for hosting!

Call me today Bernice Mans @ 403-330-7616

Nobleford SUMMER FUN program

Stop by the Nobleford Community Complex for some SUMMER FUN. Games, Special Events, Music, Crafts and a

few “Special Surprises”!

This program, for age 5 to 11 year olds, is funded by the Village of Nobleford.

Monday to Thursday, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, July 7th through

August 21st $3 per day or save over 25% and pay $60 for the summer

“There is no reason to be bored in Nobleford this summer”

Summer Stay and Play

and

Stroller Walk Thursday mornings in August

for ages 0-5 years Starts August 7

Time: 10:00 - 11:45 am Start Location: Nobleford Community Complex

What to bring: bikes and helmets, sunscreen, wagons, strollers and water

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Nobleford News Advertising Prices

Business card $10.00,

¼ page 20.00, ½ page $35.00,

full page $60.00. plus GST.

For more information Call the Village Office: 403-824-3555

Please note:

Advertising rates are for advertisements as well

as announcements.

There is no charge for all Village of Nobleford Societies, Organizations and Churches for up to 3/4

page or per CAO approval prior to publishing

No charge for brief, business card size, citizen announcements related to the Nobleford area, submissions must contain contributor’s name

FOR RENT IN NOBLEFORD $850.00 per month + Utilities

Look to the future - Rent with option to Purchase

2-BEDROOM 4PLEX UNITS BUILT IN 2010 990sq.ft. per unit, 6 appliances

Close to school, post office, convenience store, great new park

Rental Managers Pete or Debby

Call 403-824-3877 (home) 403-892-0969 (cell)

Sincere Sympathy Our sincere sympathy is extended to the family of Martin David Snedden, beloved husband of Wanda Luchia of Nobleford, who passed away on June 4th, 2014 at the age of 67. His was the loving father of Chris & Jessica, step-father of Brian (Krystal) Yesovich & Charlene (Howard) MacKinnon. Long-time former resident of Nobleford, William “Bill” Franciscus Plomp , beloved husband of Dolores Plomp passed away on June 6th, 2014 at the age of 90. Bill was the son of Frank & Lillian Plomp of Monarch, and was employed at Noble Cultivators for 46 years. He was the loving father of 3 daughters, Dianne (Tony) Wolak, Carol (Tracy) Beglaw & Kathy (Tim) McNichol. Our sincere sympathy goes to the family of Betty Mae (Bannink) Stewart, beloved wife of the late Gordon Stewart, passed away on June 5th, 2014 at the age of 81. Eldest child of Evertt & Nettie Bannink, Betty Mae and her siblings Doug, Donald, Jean & Linda grew up in the Monarch district and attended school in Nobleford. She was the loving mother of 3 daughters, Laurie (Bob) Hacker, Barbara Stewart, & Patti Stewart (Peter Marshall) and 3 granddaughters. Our sincere sympathy to the family of Shannon Lee Spencer, beloved wife of Mark Criswell, who passed away on July 3rd, 2014 at the age of 48. She was the loving mother of two sons, Carson and Nicholas and three step-daughters. She is lovingly remembered by her parents Buchan & Doreen Spencer and her sister Robin (Brian) Buckman and their daughter Holly, of Nobleford. Shannon attended Noble Central School from kindergarten to grade 12, then graduated from University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Nursing (with distinction), working as RN at Chinook Health for 20 years. Submitted by M. Wobick

Thank You

to the amazing people in the Village of Nobleford and Surrounding area. Your generosity was overwhelming and greatly appreciated.

Wanda Luchia

Sending Out a Great Big Thank You To Our Amazing First Responders, from Nobleford & District

Firefighters

You are Professional and Compassionate Thank you for being there for me in my time of great need.

Wanda Luchia

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Nobleford Area Museum Society PROUDLY PRESENTS

The public premiere

of…

A NOBLE VISION

A short film on C.S. Noble and the

Noble Blade Factory

Friday, August 22 at 7:00 pm

Noble Central School Gymnasium

Refreshments following screening

Nobleford Spray Park

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