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PAGE 7 WATCH the video story VIEW the photo gallery READ the story @ newsdurhamregion.com NEWS 3 Trucker murder trial Crown rests its case; jury to deliberate soon EDUCATION 4 Grading the trustees Just like students, board reps get own report card SPORTS 23 She’s got rhythm Ajax rhythmic gymnast joins national team newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 20092 AP At times like these, many investors worried about whether or not their portfolio is solid and secure find themselves looking for a second opinion. If you’re wondering whether or not you should be selling any of your investments, or buying new ones, we should talk. This is when the experience of Investors Group, the expertise of a qualified Consultant and The PlanTM, our unique personalized approach to financial planning, can help put your mind at ease. Call now to find out more about how The PlanTM by Investors Group can help you prosper now… and over time. 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Mr. Woods’s body was found in the sleeper compartment of his rig, which was parked near the Pickering Wal-Mart on Brock Road, two days later. The cargo he had been hauling, a load of fresh, air-chilled chicken, had been stolen. Mr. Cyr, 52, was charged with first- degree murder several months after the killing. Durham homicide officers first ques- tioned Mr. Cyr in July 2006 when they went to Montreal to talk to officials with a trucking company Mr. Woods had been considering joining. In the taped interview, played for the jury last week, Mr. Cyr said his compa- ny had been planning to hire Mr. Woods, whom he called a good driver with an admirable work ethic. But Mr. Cyr denied meeting Mr. Woods on the night he went missing, or any involvement in the trucker’s killing. During the trial, the Crown present- ed video evidence that shows both Mr. Cyr’s and Mr. Woods’s rigs were at the Belleville truck stop that night. Lawyers for the defence and Crown will make their final submissions Thurs- day and Friday. Jurors are to receive their final charge from Superior Court Justice Bryan Shaughnessy next Monday, after which they’ll be sequestered for deliberations. 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Corrina Thompson has lost her job and is starting over in life, Ontario Court Justice Ste- ven Clark said in imposing the conditional sentence. “Quite frankly, Ms. Thomp- son is probably more to be pit- ied than scorned,” Justice Clark said. “She has fallen from grace.” Court heard Ms. Thompson, a court clerk who attained the title of assistant manager of court services in Durham Region, made more than $8,000 in per- sonal purchases on a court- owned credit card between Sep- tember 2006 and January 2007. The purchases included gro- ceries, liquor, golf equipment and a stay at a Niagara-area hotel, prosecutor Felicity Haw- thorn said. Transactions on the govern- ment-issued credit card typical- ly occurred “when Ms. Thomp- son’s bank account was at a very low ebb,” Ms. Hawthorn said. “She used public money to fund her life,” Ms. Hawthorn told the judge. “That’s inexcusable.” Defence lawyer Kevin Mitch- ell-Gill said his client feels pro- found remorse for the offences, which cost her “the best job she ever had. “She lost everything,” Mr. Mitchell-Gill said. “Her life fell apart.” He noted Ms. Thompson has already made full restitution for the fraudulent purchases. A tearful Ms. Thompson apol- ogized to the court. Justice Clark sentenced her to a six-month conditional sentence, ordering that the first three months be served under strict house arrest and the remaining three months under a night-time curfew. Throughout the sentence, she’ll be able to leave her home to attend work and school. In passing sentence Justice Clark said it was inevitable Ms. Thompson’s frauds would be discovered. “It started out slowly, but from an acorn grew an oak tree,” he said. “... Ms. Thompson was doomed to detection.” House arrest for Durham court worker convicted of fraud charge She has fallen from grace. Ontario Court Justice Steven Clark BREAKING NEWS 24/7 >>newsdurhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 20094 P No purchase necessary. Must be 19 years of age or older to win. One ballot entry per household per Kaitlin Sales Offi ce. Seven day accommodation and air fl ight for two. Contest prize has no cash value. Limited time offer. Winner must answer a skill testing question. Some conditions apply, see Sales Representative for details. Trip must be taken within 1 year, subject to availability. Trip bookings on all major holidays are excluded. Maximum $2,000 fl ight allowance (including applicable taxes). You could win fl ight and accommodation for two and stay in beautiful Villa Del Mar built by Kaitlin Group. . Stroll the beach, sample the fi ne dining, explore the shops and discover all the natural attractions that make T&C the jewel of the Caribbean. Must drop off ballot to any Kaitlin Group sales site. Go to www.kaitlingroup.com for details and locations. Offer expires June 30th, 2009. KX Radio will annouce the winner of the trip July 18, 2009 at 2pm, at the wooden boat festival at the Port of Newcastle. Name: Address: Phone Number: E-Mail: Enter our Turks & Caicos draw 7 Days in Beautiful Turks & Caicos AND YOU COULD WIN! Keep your eyes on your local Metroland Community Newspaper and visit kaitlingroup.com for details.Thursday June 25, 2009 Today’s carrier of the week is Stephen. Stephen enjoys soccer and karate. Stephen has received a dinner voucher from Subway & McDonald’s. Ajax and Pickering Locations 255 Salem Rd. S. D#1 42 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax 465 Bayly St. W. #5, Ajax Congratulations Stephen for being our Carrier of the Week. Flyers in Todays Paper If you did not receive your News Advertiser/fl yers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at 905-683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 6:30 Sat. 9 - 1:00 Your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $6.00 every three weeks. Carrier of The Week Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. SAVE TIME, SAVE MONEY View Flyers/Coupons At * Delivered to selected households only 1899 Brock Rd. #24, Pickering 300 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax 6 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax * A & P Ajax *Bargain Shop Ajax * Best Buy Ajax/Pick. * Car Guide News Ajax/Pick. * Covers Ajax *Durham Business Times Ajax/Pick. * East of the City Ajax/Pick. * Fairport Pharma Choice Pick. * Food Basics Ajax/ick. * Future Shop Ajax/Pick. * Giant Tiger Ajax * Loblaws Pick. * Metro Ajax/Pick. * News Advertiser Ajax/Pick. * No Frills Ajax/Pick. * Pier 1 Imports Ajax/Pick. * Price Chopper Ajax/Pick. * Real Canadian Superstore Ajax/Pick. * Sears Ajax/Pick. * Service Canada Ajax/Pick. * Sobey’s Ajax/Pick. * The Bay Ajax/Pick. * The Source By Circuit City Ajax/Pick. * Walmart Ajax/Pick. * Wild Wing Pick. * Your Independent Grocer Pick. * Zellers Ajax/Pick. 20092009 A- to A+ Excellent, best among peers B- to B+ Solid performance C- to C+ Average in most categories D- to D+ Needs improvement overall F Failure Grading systemTRUSTEES’TRUSTEES’ REPORTREPORT CARDCARD Public boardPublic board B+B+ Special board 2/5; special board in-camera 9/9. Board meetings 10/11; board in-camera: 10/11. Standing committee meetings 10/10; standing in-camera Mark ’09 Mark ’08 Trustee Croteau is a good, solid player who knows her commu- nity well and asks good questions. She gets involved in board discussions, such as transportation policy reviews and the con- struction of green schools. When a high school environment club suggested the board ban bottled water, Trustee Croteau asked how much the board actually purchases a year. Although an answer wasn’t available, it was a good question especially in these economic times when boards should be clinging to every dollar possible. Hopefully, it will get staff and schools to think twice before buying a case next time. BB The board’s ambassador against bullying, Trustee Braney has made it his mission to stand up for the little guy since joining the Durham District team. This year, he joined the Coalition for Action Against Bullying in Durham Region as the board’s trustee representative. But this year, he’s also less involved at the actu- al board table, turning down committee nominations, citing his desire to take a break from some other things and concentrate on Pickering. Hopefully, that break will bear more fruit at the board table in the upcoming school year. Special board 3/5; special board in-camera 6/9. Board meetings 11/11; board in-camera: 10/11. Standing committee meetings 9/10; standing in-camera 9/10.. Expenses $3,976.90 Mark ’09 Mark ’08 SHERRY CROTEAU PICKERING DDSB TRUSTEE CHRIS BRANEY PICKERING DDSB TRUSTEE C C- Attendance: 19/20 Expenses $6,518.03 Mark ’09 Mark ’08 Trustee Bannister has the potential to be one of the board’s strongest play- ers. His questions about portables and school security are good, and he seems well informed. When a change order on the St. Bernadette replace- ment school evoked criticism of fellow trustees, he ended the debate quick- ly by asking the question others should have asked: was the proper process followed; the answer was yes. His mark goes up for improved attendance, but we encourage him to take a more active role at the committee table.B+B+ A trustee with perfect attendance, Jim McCafferty is among the board’s top performers. Securing his position as chairman, he runs the meetings well and brings lots of experience to the table. He’s well aware of the issues the board faces surrounding declining enrolment and finances. He listens to his constituents and votes according to their wishes, going against a proposal to eliminate busing to a group of St. Mary Catholic High School students because of his concerns about the lack of sidewalks and presence of gullies in the Dixie Road area. Mark ’09 Mark ’08 PAUL BANNISTER PICKERING DCDSB TRUSTEE JIM MCCAFFERTY (CHAIRMAN) PICKERING DCDSB TRUSTEE Attendance: 20/20 Expenses $11,683.05 20092009SeparateSeparate board board TRUSTEES’TRUSTEES’ REPORTREPORT CARDCARD COMPARE trustees from other municipalities @ newsdurhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 20094 P No purchase necessary. Must be 19 years of age or older to win. One ballot entry per household per Kaitlin Sales Offi ce. Seven day accommodation and air fl ight for two. Contest prize has no cash value. Limited time offer. Winner must answer a skill testing question. Some conditions apply, see Sales Representative for details. Trip must be taken within 1 year, subject to availability. Trip bookings on all major holidays are excluded. Maximum $2,000 fl ight allowance (including applicable taxes). You could win fl ight and accommodation for two and stay in beautiful Villa Del Mar built by Kaitlin Group. . Stroll the beach, sample the fi ne dining, explore the shops and discover all the natural attractions that make T&C the jewel of the Caribbean. Must drop off ballot to any Kaitlin Group sales site. Go to www.kaitlingroup.com for details and locations. Offer expires June 30th, 2009. KX Radio will annouce the winner of the trip July 18, 2009 at 2pm, at the wooden boat festival at the Port of Newcastle. Name: Address: Phone Number: E-Mail: Enter our Turks & Caicos draw 7 Days in Beautiful Turks & Caicos AND YOU COULD WIN! Keep your eyes on your local Metroland Community Newspaper and visit kaitlingroup.com for details. 20092009 A- to A+ Excellent, best among peers B- to B+ Solid performance C- to C+ Average in most categories D- to D+ Needs improvement overall F Failure Grading systemTRUSTEES’TRUSTEES’ REPORTREPORT CARDCARD Public boardPublic board B+B+ Special board 2/5; special board in-camera 9/9. Board meetings 10/11; board in-camera: 10/11. Standing committee meetings 10/10; standing in-camera Mark ’09 Mark ’08 Trustee Croteau is a good, solid player who knows her commu- nity well and asks good questions. She gets involved in board discussions, such as transportation policy reviews and the con- struction of green schools. When a high school environment club suggested the board ban bottled water, Trustee Croteau asked how much the board actually purchases a year. Although an answer wasn’t available, it was a good question especially in these economic times when boards should be clinging to every dollar possible. Hopefully, it will get staff and schools to think twice before buying a case next time. BB The board’s ambassador against bullying, Trustee Braney has made it his mission to stand up for the little guy since joining the Durham District team. This year, he joined the Coalition for Action Against Bullying in Durham Region as the board’s trustee representative. But this year, he’s also less involved at the actu- al board table, turning down committee nominations, citing his desire to take a break from some other things and concentrate on Pickering. Hopefully, that break will bear more fruit at the board table in the upcoming school year. Special board 3/5; special board in-camera 6/9. Board meetings 11/11; board in-camera: 10/11. Standing committee meetings 9/10; standing in-camera 9/10.. Expenses $3,976.90 Mark ’09 Mark ’08 SHERRY CROTEAU PICKERING DDSB TRUSTEE CHRIS BRANEY PICKERING DDSB TRUSTEE C C- Attendance: 19/20 Expenses $6,518.03 Mark ’09 Mark ’08 Trustee Bannister has the potential to be one of the board’s strongest play- ers. His questions about portables and school security are good, and he seems well informed. When a change order on the St. Bernadette replace- ment school evoked criticism of fellow trustees, he ended the debate quick- ly by asking the question others should have asked: was the proper process followed; the answer was yes. His mark goes up for improved attendance, but we encourage him to take a more active role at the committee table.B+B+ A trustee with perfect attendance, Jim McCafferty is among the board’s top performers. Securing his position as chairman, he runs the meetings well and brings lots of experience to the table. He’s well aware of the issues the board faces surrounding declining enrolment and finances. He listens to his constituents and votes according to their wishes, going against a proposal to eliminate busing to a group of St. Mary Catholic High School students because of his concerns about the lack of sidewalks and presence of gullies in the Dixie Road area. Mark ’09 Mark ’08 PAUL BANNISTER PICKERING DCDSB TRUSTEE JIM MCCAFFERTY (CHAIRMAN) PICKERING DCDSB TRUSTEE Attendance: 20/20 Expenses $11,683.05 20092009SeparateSeparate board board TRUSTEES’TRUSTEES’ REPORTREPORT CARDCARD COMPARE trustees from other municipalities @ newsdurhamregion.com Thursday June 25, 2009 Today’s carrier of the week is Stephen. Stephen enjoys soccer and karate. Stephen has received a dinner voucher from Subway & McDonald’s. Ajax and Pickering Locations 255 Salem Rd. S. D#1 42 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax 465 Bayly St. W. #5, Ajax Congratulations Stephen for being our Carrier of the Week. Flyers in Todays Paper If you did not receive your News Advertiser/fl yers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at 905-683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 6:30 Sat. 9 - 1:00 Your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $6.00 every three weeks. Carrier of The Week Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. SAVE TIME, SAVE MONEY View Flyers/Coupons At * Delivered to selected households only 1899 Brock Rd. #24, Pickering 300 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax 6 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax * A & P Ajax *Bargain Shop Ajax * Best Buy Ajax/Pick. * Car Guide News Ajax/Pick. * Covers Ajax *Durham Business Times Ajax/Pick. * East of the City Ajax/Pick. * Fairport Pharma Choice Pick. * Food Basics Ajax/ick. * Future Shop Ajax/Pick. * Giant Tiger Ajax * Loblaws Pick. * Metro Ajax/Pick. * News Advertiser Ajax/Pick. * No Frills Ajax/Pick. * Pier 1 Imports Ajax/Pick. * Price Chopper Ajax/Pick. * Real Canadian Superstore Ajax/Pick. * Sears Ajax/Pick. * Service Canada Ajax/Pick. * Sobey’s Ajax/Pick. * The Bay Ajax/Pick. * The Source By Circuit City Ajax/Pick. * Walmart Ajax/Pick. * Wild Wing Pick. * Your Independent Grocer Pick. * Zellers Ajax/Pick. newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 20095 THE FACIAL PLACE Day Spa & Medi-Spa You deserve to be Spa...aahd Anti-Aging Facials Registered Massage Th erapy Spa Gift Certifi cates thefacialplace.com Pickering 905.831.9700 Whitby 905.668.8128 Kingston Rd. Ajax., (between Salem and Lakeridge) Open Mon.-Sat. 9am to 6pm. Sun. & Holidays 10am to 5pm THESE ARE THE SMALL, NATURAL, PREMIUM QUALITY, INTENSELY BLUE BERRIES SO VALUED FOR THEIR UNIQUE FLAVOUR & SUPERIOR NUTRI- TIONAL QUALITIES. AIR CLEANED & FLASH FROZEN. Wild BLUEBERRIES THIS IS ALL OF THESE BERRIES WE WILL HAVE UNTIL A NEW CROP IN MID TO LATE SEPTEMBER KEPT UNDER IDEAL CONDITIONS THIS FRUIT IS IN PERFECT CONDITION. NORMALLY BECAUSE OF STORAGE & FINANCING COSTS THE PRICE WOULD INCREASE AT THIS TIME OF YEAR. WE ARE ABLE TO HOLD AT REGULAR PRICE. $19 95- THIS QUANTITY WOULD SELL IN THE KALADAR OR HUNTSVILLE/GRAVENHURST BLUEBERRY AREAS FOR $45-$50 DURING BLUEBERRY SEASON A REAL BARGAINSo - WE HAVE RECEIVED OUR FINAL SUPPLY OF THE 2008 CROP OF 5lb. AP More than $2.5 million used from reserves DURHAM -- The Catholic school board has balanced its budget with help from its few remaining reserves. The Durham Catholic District School Board’s $231-million bud- get, approved June 22, uses $2.5 million from its working reserves, leaving just $1.3 million in the account. The use of reserves helped offset the cost of three teachers added beyond the funding formula, rev- enue loss from enrolment decline, a possible French Immersion expansion and the creation of a contingency account. “I can’t believe the work that you’ve done,” said Whitby Trust- ee Mary Ann Martin. “Wonder- ful.” It’s amazing staff was able to bring forth a balanced budget without making program cuts, Trustee Martin added. The budget is made up of more than $186 million for salaries and benefits; $29 million for depart- mental operating budgets, and $15 million for non-operating budget, creating a total of $231 million. It includes 50 fewer teachers due to enrolment decline, non-teaching staff adjustments and, in some cases, the elimination of vacant positions. The monthly financial reports presented to trustees have been helpful in allowing them to deal with such a big budget, said Oshawa Trustee Joe Corey. “The first budget I sat on with this board was $6 million,” he said. EDUCATION Durham Catholic board approves budget DURHAM -- There’s still time to nominate young dedicated vol- unteers from Durham for the Terry James Youth Volunteer Awards. The third annual Terry James Honour the Volunteer golf tour- nament will take place Friday, Sept. 19, at the Deer Creek Golf and Country Club in Ajax. On that day, awards of $500 each for six youth will be announced for their dedication to volun- teering across Durham. The application deadline is Wednesday, July 1. Mr. James was a Pickering res- ident and tireless volunteer who died in 2006. There are six awards: sport promotion; performing/visual arts; community/social service; education; environment; envi- ronment awareness; and health awareness. Nominees must be between six and 18 years old, be nomi- nated by a youth group leader such as a coach, teacher or a registered charity or commu- nity organization, have volun- teered consistently throughout the past year on behalf of others and been positive role models for their peers. For nomination forms: CALL 905-839-2669 EMAIL kim@organizinglives.com VISIT www.em-space.com/terryjames COMMUNITY Nominate a young volunteer & A Metroland Media Group Ltd. Publication Tim Whittaker - Publisher Joanne Burghardt - Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston - Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher - Director of Advertising Eddie Kolodziejcak - Classiﬁ ed Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie - Distribution Manager Lillian Hook - Ofﬁ ce Manager Janice O’Neil, Cheryl Haines - Composing Managers News/Sales 905-683-5110 Fax 905-683-7363 Classiﬁ eds 905-683-0707 Distribution 905-683-5117 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax ON L1S 2H5. Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657 Member: Ontario Press Council, OCNA, CCNA, SNA. All content copyright Editorial Opinions ACT OF KINDNESS Make sure you microchip your pet says woman who brought cat back To the editor: I was the woman who brought Vangie to the vet. I want to say I am very happy that she is back home with her family. She was a wonderful cat, very lovable and I told Dijana that I would not have let her go if she wasn’t microchipped. Thank you to the family for the gift they brought me, but as I said to her, kitty reunited with her family is the most important. People should not assume that any cat that is stray doesn’t have a home. Vangie is the second cat I have rescued in the last two years. Michelle Walker Pickering SHARING THE ROAD Stop bashing farmers To the editor: Re: Farmers need to be smarter on roads, Mel- anie Jepp letter, June 18. I take exception to some of Melanie Jepp’s comments. First, I would like to know how many times she has seen a farmer pulled over for speeding in his tractor. Most trac- tors don’t exceed 50km/h. The other thing is a farmer has just as much right to be on the road as anyone else and if we pull over to let someone pass we are only doing this out of courtesy, it is not the law. There have been many times when a car has passed me in an unsafe manner and with the driver waving his fist or flipping the bird at me. Farmers do feed cities and please let me know when the subsidizing starts, because I want some. What really gets me though is it sounds like you just don’t like farmers but when the farmer finally gets tired and decides to sell his land to a developer you are probably the first to complain that all this good farm land is being destroyed for housing. Ron Grandy Oshawa EDUCATION Closing of college daycare a big mistake To the editor: Re: Durham College closes its daycare, June 10. Durham College president Dan Lovi- sa suggested it was union wages paid to educators at Durham College’s early learning centre that had forced its clos- ing. In other words, if the skilled educators teaching youngsters of the college’s own students were poorly paid with few or no benefits, the early learning centre would survive. Nothing could be further from the truth! The last thing we should do is dispar- age fair wages and a decent living for these vital educators. The former deputy minister of educa- tion, Charles Pascal, called for a new pro- gram in Ontario to boost early education learning to the 21st century. Our premier knows there is no better investment than a good education from an early age. Despite tough times, the Province will spend over $500 million blending day- care and kindergarten. But Durham College has chosen to go in the opposite direction by locking the doors of its centre and blaming the staff and their union. Anyone, especially the president of our local community college, who fails to make the connection between good jobs and healthy communities should give their head a shake! Nothing short of re-examination of the ECL’s funding and a full apology from Mr. Lovisa to the workers will suffice! Patty Rout Oshawa Summer driving season means taking care out there Children of all ages have hit upon their most wonderful time of the year as school is out for nearly all elementary students across the region today or tomorrow. Many months of being inside on week- days will very shortly give way to the freedom and abandon that comes with the summer break. And that taste of liberty can sometimes cause youngsters to be a little reckless out there. So adults behind the wheel have to take note of the increased pedes- trian traffic they’ll come across. For motorists used to keeping their eyes peeled in school safety zones and when letting off junior and picking him up, it’s time to readjust to summer driving. That will require a little more vigilance throughout the day as children will now be bike-riding, inline-skating, skate- boarding and running around when the streets are usually kid-free. While the onus is on parents to make sure their children follow proper safety rules and wear appropriate equipment, it’s vital that drivers be especially aware. Take it easy out there. It’s wise to take a little longer to get where you need to go, rather than rush and face a lifetime of regret. The age-old rules apply. Slow down on residential streets, keep to the speed limits in safety zones, and be really careful in areas where parked cars are plentiful. You never know when a child could come rushing into the street for whatever reason. It’s also important to take extra care when making turns. There will be more children on bikes and walking across streets, so keep your head up when checking the road. A child on a bike can come upon you quickly especially if you have been wait- ing to make a turn and have been look- ing in one direction for a break in traffic before turning in another direction. Take the time to be safe. A reminder too that cellphone use is now prohibited while driving and even the use of hands-free devices can be a distraction. Keep the coffee-drinking, eating and other activities that can take your mind off the road to a minimum. If you take your eyes off what’s in front of you -- even for several seconds -- it can lead to disaster. Remember that driving, even in ideal conditions, requires concentration and awareness. The lives of our young people depend on you being a careful, defensive driver. Be safe for their sake. e-mail letters to newsroom@durhamregion.com / max. 200 words / please include your full first and last name, city of residence & daytime phone number / letters that do not appear in print may be published @ newsdurhamregion.com WE THINK... email responses to newsroom@durhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 20096 P newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 20097 AP Gary Waldman (front, left) pitches in to put Serena’s Song in the air. Photos by Celia Klemenz / Metroland ASHBURN -- Christiane Fladby, of Pickering, left, took a few photos while balloon pilot Phil Gray prepared to lift off. Devon smith (left) and his mom, Heather Haliburton-Smith, pitched in as crew. WINDREACH FARMGoing up! BY STEFANIE SWINSON sswinson@durhamregion.com ASHBURN -- Curtis Fladby shouted words of encouragement to the crew inflating the hot-air balloon at Win- dReach Farm’s 20th anniversary cel- ebration. “Keep blowing,” he yelled to the pilot. “Don’t give up! Keep trying!” Curtis, 12, who has cerebral palsy, was the first person that day to get a ride in Serena’s Song, the world’s first wheelchair-accessible hot-air bal- loon. The balloon, created in 1985, was named after Serena Waldman, now 23, who suffered complications at birth. Her father, Gary, was on hand for Curtis’ first flight and said he knew he’d love every minute of it just like his daughter did. “Serena had been very much emo- tionless all of her short life,” said Mr. Waldman. “What amazed me so much was, as the balloon lifted from the ground, Serena elicited her first smiles and her first laughter.” After waiting patiently for his turn to come, Curtis got his ride in Sere- na’s Song. “We’re going to do this, Curtis,” said Mr. Waldman to the Pickering boy. Curtis had his mom by his side and held on to his hat as the balloon began to rise into the sky. “I’m hang- ing on tight,” he said with a big smile. His flight didn’t last too long, maybe five minutes, but that smile lasted a lot longer. When asked about his adventure into the clouds, Cur- tis said: “It was good.” The boy, who had plenty to say before his jour- ney, seemed to be almost speechless afterward, but his smile said it all. 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The Durham West Arts Centre is host to the market that features local farmers and food producers, artisans, creative people and crafters. “Our goal is to promote the vibrant, sustainable lifestyle that living and working in Durham represents,” said project manager Erin Michel. The farm- ers’ market is behind the Pickering Rec- reation Complex at 1867 Valley Farm Rd. in Pickering (Valley Farm Road, south of Kingston Road). It runs every Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. from June 25 to Oct. 8. The arts centre is still seeking more ven- dors and partners for the event. For more information: CALL 905-492-2522 newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 20099 AP Is there a Tax Deduction in your Driveway? 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MAKE IT HAPPEN Project #1: July 6 - 8 , 1-4 p.m. at The Youth Centre Project #2: July 20-22, 1-4 p.m., at The Youth Centre Come on out and help us make a diff erence! Earn community volunteer hours. Projects will include running a fun fair for our Young Parent Support Services, and fundraising for important community services, such as a local food bank. Learn leadership and teamwork skills, and pump up your resume by getting involved! Snacks provided each day. Pre-registration is required. Open to Ajax and Pickering high school students. URBAN EYES PHOTO PROJECT Thursdays, July 2 - August 6, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. at The Youth Centre. A 6-session photo & awareness project, with instruction by a professional photographer! Make a statement about an issue that matters to you, and exhibit your photos at an event in your community. Refreshments provided each day. Cameras are available for loan. MOTIVATIONAL SOCCER LEAGUE Tuesdays, July 21 & 28, August 4 & 11, 12:00-3:00 p.m.Westney Heights P.S. Soccer Fields, 45 Brennan Rd. Beckham, Figo, Ronaldo had one thing in common, motivation. This summer get your team of six together and join the Motivational Soccer league. Display your soccer skills and get motivated. Open to boys ages 13-19 in Ajax and Pickering. Off ered in partnership with Town of Ajax Recreation Services.. Durham West Arts Council presents this weekly farmers market, fresh produce from our local farms. The market is open every Thursday until Thanksgiving. Waterfront Concert Series: The Genuines Thursday, July 23, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square Bring your blanket & a lawn chair for some free lakeside entertainment. Treble in the Park Concert Series: Ragweed Jazz Band Sunday, July 26, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Pickering City Hall - Esplanade Park Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some fi ne afternoon entertainment in the park. Movies in the Park Thursday July 30, Sportsplex, Audley Rd. & Taunton Rd. in Ajax Event Description: Enjoy a warm summer evening with a unique outdoor cinema experience! All movies begin at DUSK (approx. 9:00PM) (Movie titles to be announced.) Please bring a chair. Bug spray recommended! Concessions available on site. Farmer’s Market Thursday, July 30, 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Pickering Recreation Complex (at the back by the arena entrance) Durham West Arts Council presents this weekly market, fresh produce from our local farms. The market is open every Thursday until Thanksgiving. Waterfront Concert Series: Black Fly Boogie Thursday, July 30, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square Bring your blanket & a lawn chair for some free lakeside entertainment. For more information visit us at cityofpickering.com/greatevents. AUGUST Treble in the Park Concert Series: The Maple Creek Band Sunday, August 2, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Pickering City Hall - Esplanade Park Bring your lawn chair & enjoy fi ne afternoon entertainment in the park. Farmers Market Thursday, August 6, 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Pickering Recreation Complex (at the back by the arena entrance) Durham Wes Arts Council presents this weekly farmers market, fresh produce from our local farms. The Market is open every Thursday until Thanksgiving. Waterfront Concert Series: Bottom Line Thursday, August 6, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square Bring your blanket & a lawn chair for some lakeside entertainment. History in Action Saturdays Saturday, August , 8, 15, 22 & 29, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Pickering Museum Village Visit the museum village on Saturdays in August to see History in Action! A diff erent heritage demonstration will be featured each week, and visitors will be invited to participate. Samples of activities may include: wool dyeing, blacksmithing or butter making, etc. Light Tea available on August 8 from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm for an extra cost. Regular admission fees apply. Treble in the Park Concert Series: Silverheels Sunday, August 9, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Pickering City Hall - Esplanade Park Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some fi ne afternoon entertainment in the park. Music in the Square The Tartan Terrors, The Ultimate Celtic Experience Wed. August 12, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Heritage Square at Ajax Town Hall Don’t miss this night of iconic Celtic music. Please bring your own chair. Performances take place rain or shine. In the event of poor weather, the performance will move inside Town Hall. Farmer’s Market Thursday, August 13, 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Pickering Recreation Complex (at the back by the arena entrance) Durham West Arts Council presents this weekly market, fresh produce from our local farms. The market is open every Thursday until Thanksgiving. Waterfront Concert Series: Brian Rose Little Big Band Thursday, August 13, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square Bring your blanket & a lawn chair for some lakeside entertainment. Treble in the Park Concert Series: East York Barbershoppers Sunday, August 16, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Pickering City Hall - Council Chambers Join us this week for special treat as we entertain in the Council Chambers! Kids in the Square - Spin Cycle Wed. August 19, 7:00pm to 8:00pm Heritage Square at Ajax Town Hall Spin Cycle is the duo of Kristi Heath and Greg Tarlin, international vaudevillians. Please bring your own chair. Performances take place rain or shine. In the event of poor weather, the performance will move inside Town Hall. Movies in the Park Thurs. August 20,Rotary Park, Ajax Enjoy a warm summer evening with a unique outdoor cinema experience! All movies begin at DUSK (approx. 9:00PM) (Movie titles to be announced.) Please bring a chair. Bug spray recommended! Concessions available on site. Farmers Market Thursday, August 20, 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Pickering Recreation Complex (at the back by the arena entrance) Durham Wes Arts Council presents this weekly market, fresh produce from our local farms. The Market is open every Thursday until Thanksgiving. Waterfront Concert Series: The Johnsons Thursday, August 20, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square Bring your blanket & a lawn chair for some lakeside entertainment. Skateboard Competition Thursday, August 20, 4:00 - 7:00 pm Pickering Recreation Complex, Diana, Princess of Wales Park Free Teen event for Pickering residents ages 13 - 19. Participants will compete in 2 separate age categories for a chance to win some great prizes from Switch Skate & Snow FREE. Treble in the Park Concert Series: The Lincolnaires Sunday, August 23, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Pickering City Hall - Esplanade Park Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some fi ne afternoon entertainment in the park. Music in the Square Johnny & the Cruizers, Tribute 50’s & 60’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Wed. August 26, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Heritage Square at Ajax Town Hall Back by popular demand! Johnny and the Cruizers take you back to a time when Rock ‘n’ Roll was King with their high energy interactive show. Please bring your own chair. Performances take place rain or shine. In the event of poor weather, the performance will move inside Town Hall. Farmers Market Thursday, August 27, 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Pickering Recreation Complex (at the back by the arena entrance) Durham Wes Arts Council presents this weekly market, fresh produce from our local farms. The Market is open every Thursday until Thanksgiving. Waterfront Concert Series: Keslering Ridge Blue Grass Thursday, August 27, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square Bring your blanket & a lawn chair for some lakeside entertainment. Treble in the Park Concert Series: Uptown Swing Band Sunday, August 30, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Pickering City Hall - Esplanade Park: Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some fi ne afternoon entertainment in the park. ADVERTISING FEATURE •SUMMER KICK-OFF 2009 Summer Events in our Community For more information on any of these events visit the City of Pickering website at cityofpickering.com/greatevents or the Town of Ajax website at www.townofajax.com.newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 200915 “Best Teaching Facility” “Best Practice Facility” “Best Par 3 Executive Course” As Voted by Toronto Sun Readers! FUN FILLED JUNIOR GOLF CAMPS 5 Day Junior Camp $395 +gst Th is 5-day camp runs from 9am - 4pm every week of the summer, don’t wait too long to register - our camps are very popular! 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WINNER WILL BE NOTIFIED VIA PHONE.NOTIFIED VIA PHONE. 75 BAYLY ST. W., AJAX(905)428-1711 PACK FROM (IN THE BAYWOOD PLAZA) OVER $100 VALUE! HEALTH-RITE PHARMACY SUMMER SURVIVAL PACK CONTEST 75 BAYLY STREET WEST, (BAYWOOD PLAZA) AJAX NAME _________________________________________ ADDRESS_________________________________________ PHONE _________________________________________ SEE STORE FOR CONTEST RULES Celebrations in the City of Pickering Wednesday, July 1st at Kinsmen Park FREE TRANSIT SERVICE is offered throughout the event from the Pickering Go Station and OPG Parking on Brock Rd S. MCDONALD’S FAMILY STAGE NOON – 5:00 PM JUNGLE JACK’S BALLOON SHOW: Your children have seen him on Emily Yeung. Ask audiences about Jungle Jack’s balloon twisting capabilities and one word arises ... Amazing! MYSTIC DRUMZ We are thrilled to present this world music interactive percussion performance, a pure delight for all ages. This unique show will enlighten and engage audiences of all ages. Don’t miss it! SOCCER FREESTYLERS You won’t believe what can be done with a soccer ball! Come see this eye-popping show at the family stage. FREE ACTIVE FAMILY AREA NOON – 5:00 PM Pickering Recreation Complex offers up some ACTIVE Fun for the whole family, in the tennis courts including 3 fantastic fi t fun areas: • Tag! YOU’RE IT! featuring, you guessed it : Tag, Freeze Tag, Octopus Tag, Blob Tag, Mega Blob Tag, Family Tag, Family Elimination Tag • Survival of the Fittest! featuring Standing Horizontal Jump, Balance boards, Push Up Challenge, Hand Grip Test, Obstacle Course, Agility Speed and Strength Course • Family Fit Games featuring Ankle ball race; Dodge ball, Kings Court, Kings Court Elimination, Doctor Dodge ball, Hand ball, Treasure Nabbed, Bombs Away! Have fun and win a prize FREE CHILDREN’S AREA NOON – 5:00 PM • Canada Day Crafts & Games from the Rec Room at Pickering Recreation Complex! • Infl atable Fun: Soccer kicking cage, Bouncers, Slides and Obstacle courses • Temporary Tattoos & Face Painting • Carnival Games & More! • Play volleyball with the pros - presented by Solstice Sports. Come out and learn a few things about one of the best summer sports FREE ACTIVITIES AREA NOON – 5:00 PM • Old Fashioned Fun with Pickering Museum Village: Hoop & Stick, Stilts, Sack Races, Children’s games & more! • Henna Tattoos and Sari Wrapping with Indo-Canadian Cultural Association Inc. • McDonalds Canada - McDonaldland characters will be onsite with giveaways, tattoos,and orange drink • Energetic Fun with Ontario Power Generation and tours of the reactor in the learning centre • Fire Safety Quiz - Pickering Fire Services • Veridian’s conservation caravan • Pickering Wood Carvers Club - demonstrating their skills • Great Give Aways & Family Fun Activities from Pickering Recreation Complex • Pickering Soccer Club: Car Raffl e, Tattooing, autograph signing, soccer freestylers demonstrations, kicking cage & more GREAT REFRESHMENT AREA NOON - DUSK • Steak or Ham on a Kaiser, Hot Dogs & Fries provided by the Men’s Progress Club, Durham Region South • Canteen - Pickering Heat Fastball Assoc. • Popcorn, Cotton Candy & Freezies provided by the Canadian Progress Club, Durham Region Women • Refreshment Tent, starts at 4:00 pm provided by the Men’s Progress Club, Durham Region South FREE EVENING ENTERTAINMENT STARTING AT DUSK GIANT PYROMUSICAL FIREWORKS SHOW by David Whysall International – this is sure to be the best show around! Pickering’s Canada Day ... an Explosion of FREE Fun! cityofpickering.com/canada Durham Men’s ProgressClub CanadianProgressClub Durham RegionWomen Pickering Nuclear Events sponsored by: 12:00 NOON UNTIL DUSK Say “Oh Canada” with your neighbours! Canadian Heritage Patrimoine canadien Events sponsored by: Celebrations in the Town of Ajax Wednesday, July 1st at Rotary Park Live Entertaiment Celebration Cake at noon Pony Rides Petting & Reptile Zoos Arts and Crafts Station - hosted by the Ajax YMCA Ontario Early Years Centre Strolling Buskers Infl atable Rides FREE 28OZ WATER BOTTLE: Take the Town’s covenient shuttle bus and receive a FREE 28oz water bottle (while supplies last). For a detailed schedule and shuttle bus route visit www.townofajax.com. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: Don’t miss this great FREE FAMILY EVENT! 10:00 AM TO 5:00 PM CanadaDayCanada Day WEDNESDAY JULY 1, 2009 newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 200916 AP JOIN US FOR CANADA DAY Wednesday, July 1 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. FUN FOR ALL!FUN FOR ALL! Complimentary hamburgers, hotdogs,Complimentary hamburgers, hotdogs, refreshments and cake will be served.refreshments and cake will be served. Royal Canadian Legion PICKERING BRANCH 606 1555 BAYLY ST. PICKERING (Back Parking Lot) PICKERING - SCARBOROUGH EAST Johnathon Graphic Designer Paul Dickson, Gen. Mgr. Lynne Parker, Sales Mgr. Dickson PRINTING LTD. 220 Harwood Ave. S. Ajax 905-683-7940 Have a great summer from everyone here at A Fantastic FallA Fantastic Fall startsstarts withwith Summer Success!Summer Success! Exceptional Learning Centre Call for more details: 905-686-4800 • www.exlcentre.com eXL Academic Camp - AJAX August 17th to 28th Literacy Math Language Skills Social Skills Learning Skills & Strategies focusing on: Register Today!newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 2009Joe Dickson, MPP Ajax – Pickering Please call us with any provincial concerns or questions: Community Offi ce Tel: 905-427-2060 • 1-866-924-0312 Fax: 905-427-6976 Cell: 289-314-2308 Please stay safe and enjoy your summer! jdickson.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org www.joedickson.onmpp.ca 374 Old Kingston Road, Scarborough (Highland Creek Village)416-281-9966 5 minutes from Whites Road Please call for directions • Sizes 8-20 (incl.Petites) • In-House Alterations • Accessories • Travel and Cruise • Party • Business The Mother of the Bride has wonderful choices...the Guest of the Wedding does too! 17 AP ADVERTISING FEATURE •SUMMER KICK-OFF 2009 (NC) Maintaining kids’ healthy eating habits can be challenging for many moms but this is especially true in the summer when high fat foods and ice cream snacks seem to tempt us at every beach party, amusement park and BBQ. In fact, Urbanmoms.ca reports that 50 per cent of Canadian moms take their focus off nutrition in July and August and indulge in summer favourites such as hot dogs, hamburgers and frozen treats. This summer resolve to keep up the nutritious habits you’ve worked to instill throughout the year. Cooking with tofu even once a week can add healthy variety to summer meals. There are many ways to use tofu on the grill, for example in burgers or shish kebabs. Tofu tastes delicious, contains no cholesterol or trans fat and is low in sodium and low in saturated fat. For growing kids, tofu is also a source of calcium. One of my favourite summer treats is tofu-based Banana Berry Popsicles which pack a nutritious punch and are bound to be a hit with kids (and adults!) on a hot day. Start by puréeing one (300 g) twin package of Sunrise Banana Dessert Tofu with six medium strawberries and a spoonful of honey (or to taste) in a blender. For an even greater antioxidant boost, add 1/4 cup of blueberries. Pour into popsicle molds or cups with a popsicle stick. Freeze for four to six hours (or overnight for best results). It’s as easy as 1-2-3 and takes only fi ve minutes to get these delicious pops into the freezer. Why buy those sugary pops anymore? For more delicious summer recipe ideas and lots of tips for preparing tofu, visit www.sunrise-soya.com. Make healthy eating fun for kids this summer Nothing says summer like relaxing in the backyard with an icy cool beverage. Try this Sparkling Sangria Punch recipe for the perfect summer refresher! Ingredients: 1 bottle Irresistibles non-alcoholic Sparkling Red Grape Juice (chilled) 1 navel orange sliced 2 limes sliced 1 lemon sliced 12 fresh blackberries 12 fresh raspberries 12 fresh mint leaves, torn 2 cups of ice cubes In a large pitcher, place sliced citrus fruits, mint and berries, then add ice. Pour chilled Irresistibles non-alcoholic Sparkling Red Grape Juice over mixture and stir gently. Serve in large goblets and enjoy. Bon Appetite! Sips for Summer newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 200918 AP CELEBRATECELEBRATE CANADA’S BIRTHDAYCANADA’S BIRTHDAY 1kg $444 10” Peach or Rhubarb Strawberry Pie Name Brand Ice Cream 1.89L - 2L Assorted Flavours FACTO R Y FACTO R Y OUTLE T OUTLE T PRICESPRICES Lemon Chiffon or Strawberry Cloud whipped cream layer cakes $497 1kg454g Guacamole 97¢ Chips & Chips & Snacks Snacks 99¢ & up $397 Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough 1.36 kg Makes dozens of cookies! $197 $347-$6.99 Skewers Assorted Varieties & Flavours 300 g - 1kg Whitby 100 Sunray St. (By the AMC Theatres) SATURDAY ONLY! Bake N Serve French Crusty Stick Bread 77¢482 g SUNDAY ONLY! Name Brand Ketchup 97¢375 ml MONDAY ONLY! Name Brand Popsicles Assorted 24 pack $347 TUESDAY ONLY! Mini Tarts Assorted 36 pack $397 1.152 kg valid 06/27 only one coupon per family/ per day with coupon only valid 06/28 only one coupon per family/ per day with coupon only valid 06/29 only one coupon per family/ per day with coupon only valid 06/30 only one coupon per family/ per day with coupon only www.almostperfect.ca Among the different types of family outings, eating out at a restaurant is often the most popular with the children. Stories and jokes can be exchanged over a good meal, parents can take a break and it’s a real treat for the children. Family-type restaurants allow families to have a nice outing without spending a fortune. Many places have a playroom available for the little ones and sometimes clowns and make-up artists are there to amuse the children. So a meal at a restaurant becomes real entertainment, offering something for everyone at lunchtime or suppertime. Other, more gastronomic options are available to families. How about opening your family’s eyes to the world and trying an Indian meal or some Ethiopian cooking sitting on the fl oor. The children will probably love the experience; a total change of scenery and lots of stories to tell friends on Monday morning. There is also the possibility of going to a top- rate restaurant on Sundays as families are often welcome on this day of the week. Special children’s menus are available as well as quality menus for adults. Another option to consider for an economical meal out is to have breakfast at a restaurant. For a fraction of the price, the whole family can take advantage of a good meal in the comfort of unpretentious surroundings. Buffet-style restaurants should also be considered as the children’s menu is often half price. And fi nally, don’t forget that celebrating a birthday at a restaurant can turn out to be a gift in itself. Eating out with children ADVERTISING FEATURE newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 200919 Try our new menu... ..and our NEW Multi-grain Pizza dough and new this summer... our delicious Hamburgers 8 SALEM RD. AJAX 905-686-1908 905.839.7678 AP 2008 Platinum RESTAURANTMasseyMassey’’ss SERVING THE AJAX PICKERING COMMUNITY SINCE 1965 Come and See Why We’re #1 774 LIVERPOOL RD. S. PICKERING 905-839-5758 ADVERTISING FEATURE •SUMMER KICK-OFF 2009 newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 200920 AP Interactive activity and learn a life skil while having fun! MY BODY IS MY WEAPON-9"/$9 )3 -97 %!0/.Pickering Christian School • 162 Rossland Rd. E. Ajax • 905.718.0548 nor thernlionkungfu@gmail.com • www.nor thernlionkungfu.com KUNG FU NORTHERN LION • Endurance Training • • Fun Sport Activities (Indoor and Outdoor) • • Introduction to Kung Fu • • Weekly Field Trips • • Theme Weeks • Week 1: June 29-July 3 Week 4: July 20-24 Week 7: August 10-14 Week 2: July 6-10 Week 5: July 27-31 Week 8: August 17-21 Week 3: July 13-17 Week 6: August 3-7 Week 9: August 24-28 Register Now & Save $15.00 Performing Arts & Crafts Camp 845 Westney Road S. Unit #1 905.683.1269 email: dance@danceinc.ca for more info Presented by www.danceinc.ca Half Day Camp for 4-6 year olds and Full Day Camp for 7-12 year olds Fun fi lled days of dance, arts and crafts, games and much more... It is a performing arts camp like no other! July 13th to 17th from 10 am-4 pm www.faithfamilychurch.ca (download registration form)905-619-1109 2200009 Register n o w Register now for s u m m e r for summer AGES4-12AGES 4 - 12 Camp Vision is a fun and exciting day camp where there is never a dull moment. Our aim at Camp Vision is to develop the spirit, mind and body of our campers through: • Movies • Dance • Music • Drama • Arts & crafts • Sports • Educational & fun day trips 75 Chambers Dr. Unit 1, Ajax $98.00/ Child discount for$98.00/ Child discount for more than 1 child.more than 1 child. ADVERTISING FEATURE •SUMMER KICK-OFF 2009 August 13th - 15th from 10am-4pm Ages: Jr. 7-11 Int. 12-14 Sr. 15+ Cost: $220.00 BRE WONG from “So You Think You Can Dance Canada” hosts an exciting 3 day workshop created to drive young dancers to make an impact! Take class in a variety of styles from some of your favorite SYTYCD American and Canadian contestants and teachers! Learn from the best and be inspired by their passion for dance! Experience is required. Workshop: 10am - 4pm Dancers must be ready for any style of dance, as each day is a surprise! Limited Space • Call to register today • 905 683 1269 • www.danceinc.ca 845 WESTNEY RD. SOUTH UNIT 1 AJAX, ONT.newsdurhamregion.comJoin us for the Summer! Senior Gym (10+yrs) - $144.00 Summer Camp: Gymnastics & trampoline camps for the summer Full day (per day) - $38.00 • Full day (one week) - $170.00 Morning Programs (6 week session - starting July 24th) Parent & Tot (1-3 yrs) - $45.00 Kindergym (3 yrs) - $45.00 Acro’s Gymnastics Club & Durham Gymnastics Academy 889 Westney Rd. S. Ajax, ON (9 week session - starting July 7th) Kindernastics (4-5 yrs) - $99.00 Junior Gym (6-9 yrs) - $126.00 Evening Programs P: 905-427-0036 F: 905-427-5741 E: ajax.acros@on.aibn.com W: www.ajaxacros.com Summer Horse Camps Beginner to Advanced Licensed Facility and Equine Canada Certified Instructors 905-649-1342 or visit www.pickeringhorsecentre.ca Register now! Monster Music Marathon FREE Talent Test for Elementary and Secondary School Students with No previous training or less than 1 Year training in Piano or Keyboard Two Days Only Monday, June 29, 2009 Tuesday, June 30, 2009 9 AM to 9 PM Call to book an appointment 905-420-6741 Or register in person Alexander’s Music Studios 1360 Kingston Road (in the Hub Plaza across from Pickering Town Centre) Supporter of the Pickering Rotary Music Festival Music Instruc t i o n all Ages Alexander’sMusicStudios News Advertiser • June 25, 2009Horseback Riding Hiking Music Creation First Camp-July 27 The best and most talented music instructors in Canada Sponsored by Long and McQuade Musical Instruments Pleasure Valley Uxbridge 225 acres of pristine forest will inspire your children to create music at our beautiful camp ground and chalet 905-722-4571 spiritofthevalleycamp.com Spirit of the ValleySpirit of the Valley Camp for Creative ArtsCamp for Creative Arts In partnership with the Government of Canada and with support and assistance from the City of Pickering. 21 AP 1-888-883-6712 ADAM’S PARK CAMP Port Union Rd. & 401 July 6-10, 2009 WEST ROUGE WEST ROUGE CANOE, KAYAK & CANOE, KAYAK & DRAGONBOAT CAMPDRAGONBOAT CAMP 905-767-3330905-767-3330 www.westrougecc.orgwww.westrougecc.org e-maile-mail camp@westrougecc.orgcamp@westrougecc.org ONE WEEK AS LOW ASONE WEEK AS LOW AS $175$175 (GST INCL.) (GST INCL.) SUMMER CAMP GUIDE SPECIAL SUMMER CAMP GUIDE SPECIAL GET THE WEEK OF JULY 20-24TH FOR GET THE WEEK OF JULY 20-24TH FOR ONLY $150 (GST INCL)ONLY $150 (GST INCL) newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 200922 AP Have you ever wondered if a director remained true to the book upon which he/she based the movie? Join us for a book discussion on Twilight the latest publishing sensation followed by a viewing of the movie. Space is limited. Register for this free program in person or by calling 905-683-4000 ext 8814 during regular library hours or via email at libraryinfo@townofajax.com Registration begins June 29th. Teen Movie/Book Club Twilight Thursday July 16 2:30 - 5:00 p.m. Main Branch What’s waiting around the corner this summer? Prepare to put on your detective hat to become a junior sleuth as you track clues and solve mysteries at the It all starts by picking up a copy of the Agent 009 Files at your local Ajax Library branch. TD Summer Reading Club kits are available beginning June 26th! Summer fun activities begin June 29th. TD Summer Reading Club: AGENT 009 Story Sleuths (ages 4 - 6) Junior Detectives (ages 7 - 12) Secret Agent Reading Buddies Panago Pizza Movie Mornings Agent 009 Short Story Contest (in conjunction with the Ajax News Advertiser) ORFOOTLONGFOOTLONG 1899 Brock Rd. #24, Pickering Sam’s Club-Walmart Centre 6 Harwood Ave S., Ajax (at Kingston Rd) 42 Old Kingston Rd, Ajax Pickering Village 300 Harwood Ave. S.Ajax (at Bayly St.) 255 Salem Rd. S. D#1 (at Achilles Rd) Ajax 465 Bayly St. W. #5 (at Westney Rd) AjaxMEATBALL MARINARA • VEGGIE DELITE™ • COLD CUT COMBO • HAM • PIZZA SUBMEATBALL MARINARA • VEGGIE DELITE™ • COLD CUT COMBO • HAM • PIZZA SUB 5 GREAT SANDWICHES TO CHOOSE FROM5 GREAT SANDWICHES TO CHOOSE FROM 6” FRESH VALUE MEAL ! 6” FRESH VALUE MEAL ! newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • June 25, 200923 APSportsBrad Kelly Sports Editor bkelly@durhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.com Ajax-Pickering winners of two of the past three BY BRAD KELLY bkelly@durhamregion.com AJAX -- It could be the Ajax- Pickering Rock is peaking at just the right time. While playoffs are still another month away, the Sr. B lacrosse club has won two of its last three heading into a five-game stretch that will go a long way in deter- mining playoff seedings. The latest victory was a come- from-behind 9-7 home-floor decision over the Norwood Nitro after trailing 6-5 heading into the final period. But a four- goal outburst, while limiting Norwood to just one, in the final 20 minutes proved to be the dif- ference. “It’s nice to see us come back in the third like we have and we’ve done that several times this year,” said head coach Jim Veltman, praising the team’s conditioning and work ethic as contributing factors to the win. “Guys are realizing that games can be won at this level in the third period.” Bryan Johnson had a four- point night in the win, scor- ing twice and adding the same number of assists. Checking in with three points were Clem D’Orazio, with two goals and one assist, and Glenn Clark and Jakub Novacek, with a goal and two helpers each. Other goal scorers were Mark Craig, Mike Vertolli and Garrett Kerr. The Rock currently holds the fourth and final playoff spot in the si- team loop, with just seven games remaining. With a record of 3-5-1 for 7 points, the next five games will help sort out the playoff picture, with two games against third-place Brooklin (12 points), two with fifth-place Wellington (4 points) and one against last-place Ohsweken (4 points). The ultimate play- off goal, at least in the open- ing round, is to avoid finish- ing fourth and facing first-place Owen Sound, undefeated at 12- 0-0, with Norwood in second at 8-5-1. “We need to beat Brooklin both times in order to have a chance at third place,” said Velt- man of the importance of the two games against their Durham rivals. “If we don’t, then it looks like we will be relegated to fourth. So be it if we play Owen Sound in the (playoff) opener, but you like to have a round under your belt before you go against the heavyweights.” The Rock travels to Wellington on Friday, then hosts Brooklin on Saturday at 8 p.m. at the Ajax Community Centre. Ajax resident joins Canadian Rhythmic Gymnastics team BY BRAD KELLY bkelly@durhamregion.com AJAX -- Something as innocent as an after-school program in the gymnasium of her elemen- tary school has helped propel Alexandra Landry to the nation- al and international stage. The 15-year-old from Ajax has been named to the Canadian rhythmic gymnastics team that will tour the world for interna- tional competition, with hopes of qualifying for the 2012 Olym- pic Games in London. “I really liked doing stuff with the apparatus. It was really hard at first, but I got used to it. I just loved it,” recalls Landry of join- ing the school recreational pro- gram in Grade 2 or 3. After joining the Kalev club in North York to take her inter- est in the sport to the next level, Landry finished second in her first meet, a local invitational. Since then, she has travelled with club members to competi- tions all over the world, includ- ing Russia, Argentina, Spain, Italy and Los Angeles, much of it in the past two years. This past competitive sea- son has included stops at Elite Ontario, where a top-10 finish qualified her for Elite Canada in Hamilton earlier this month. From there, a group was select- ed to represent Canada at World Cup events, Landry was among them. The ascent up the ladder has been a rapid one. In just seven short years, the Grade 9 student at École Saint Charles-Garnier in Whitby has gone from partici- pating for recreational purpos- es, to representing her country internationally. “I still get pretty nervous because there are a lot of people and it’s big competitions,” she said. More of those same feelings are surely to follow in the com- ing months when she travels to Spain for a training camp in July in preparation for a World Cup competition in Minsk, Russia, followed by the World Champi- onships in Japan in September. The hectic schedule doesn’t seem to faze her. “I’m usually really excited,” she says of the opportunities to travel. “I love travelling and it’s really fun to go with all the girls. I got used to it. I don’t miss my parents as much anymore.” Her ultimate goal is to make it to the Olympics, and, to that extent, she trains six days a week in hopes of reaching that level. RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS Landry has some rhythm JASON LIEBREGTS / METROLAND AJAX -- Alexandra Landry, a member of the Canadian National Rhythmic Gymnastics team, is off to Spain in July for a training camp and to Russia for a meet in August. SR. 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