March 2000 - Online Newsletter

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Phone: (905) 372-8913 or 1-800-396-6626 Fax: (905) 372-2711 Email: northumberland@fourinfo.com

2nd ANNUAL "DESIGNS FOR DEMENTIA CARE" CONFERENCE
This second annual conference will be held on Thursday, May 11th, and Friday, May 12th, 2000, at the Regal Constellation Hotel in Toronto, Ontario. This year's conference is entitled: "Designs for Dementia Care: Components of the Total Environment", and is presented by the Alzheimer Society of Ontario, the Ontario Government, and the Murray Alzheimer Research and Education Program, University of Waterloo. Previous conference attendees included: clinical directors, program planners, educators, front line staff, volunteers, and other healthcare professionals from long-term care facilities, hospitals, and community agencies. A conference brochure containing program details and registration information will be distributed in February, 2000. For more information, fax your name and address to (905) 567-5287, or email: falcon@interlog.com.

NORTHUMBERLAND'S 23RD ANNUAL REGIONAL JURIED EXHIBITION
The theme for the Art Gallery of Northumberland's 23rd Annual Regional Juried Exhibition is TIME, which seems to have particular resonance now that we have entered the 21st Century. This year's theme, however, is not intended to limit artistic creativity to the millennium. Rather, the millennium is a mere launching pad for the mind and hand to interpret "time" - whether reflective or foreseeing, momentous or minute, linear or looping, specific or transcendental - in any shape or colour. Each entrant may submit up to 4 original artworks produced within the last 2 years, in any media (painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, sculpture, carving, fabric, ceramic, wood, glass, metal, etc.) Anyone 18 years and over, who is a resident of Northumberland County or a member of the Gallery is eligible to enter. Artworks must be brought to the Gallery on Saturday, March 4th between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m., OR Monday, March 6th between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. accompanied by an entry form and small fee (Members: $5 per work, Non-members: $10 per work.) This year's jurors are Michael Bell, director of the Carleton University Art Gallery, Ottawa, and Wendy Cain, a print and paper-making artist who also teaches at the Ontario College of Art and Design in Toronto. Accepted art works will be exhibited at the Gallery from March 11th to April 15th, 2000. For more information and/or to receive an entry form, contact or drop by the Art Gallery of Northumberland, located on the 3rd floor, West Wing of Victoria Hall, 55 King St. West, Cobourg , Ontario, (905) 372-0333.

JOHNNY REID COMES TO PORT HOPE
The Capitol Theatre and Johnny Mac Entertainment are pleased to present Johnny Reid, on Saturday, January 29th at 8:00 p.m., at the Capitol Theatre in Port Hope. Johnny Reid has been singing professionally for more than half of his 25 years. In his distinctive Scottish accent, he will tell you frankly that he's been preparing for a musical career his whole life. He has been singing in, and winning competitions since he was four years old and began writing his own songs when he was thirteen. Reid's musical influences range from Motown to Classic County, which would explain why his songs have been said to "blend the music of the country with the performance of the soul." His talent was dubbed "undeniable" after his hot debut single "Given Up On Me" was released to Canadian Country Radio in August of 1999 and rapidly moved up the charts. Johnny Reid is currently touring his debut album across North America. Tickets are $15. For further information, please call Tammy Woolacott at (905) 885-1071.

A ONE-LINER FROM GEORGE
A lost ounce of gold may be found, a lost moment of time never.

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF MERCY, MILLENNIUM RESTORATION PROJECT
As a part of the fundraising drive for the restoration project, the Church of Our Lady of Mercy is hosting a seat dedication program. You are invited to dedicate a seat of the church for yourself, your family, or a loved one, as a visible reminder of the love and dedication that exists within their parish community. By dedicating a seat, the church will arrange a brass plaque, approximately 3 inches by a 1½ inches, to be inscribed in your own words, and installed at the seat for you, as well as other parishioners and visitors, of the church to enjoy. The church is seeking a donation of $100 per dedication, for which you will receive an income tax receipt for the full amount. The Church seating plan will be on display on the bulletin board at the back of the Church, and seats will be crossed off as they have been dedicated. Dedications will be accepted on a first-come, first served basis and one 1 dedication per seat will be accepted. Therefore, you are urged to make your dedication early to avoid disappointment. For more information, contact Bill Conway at (905) 885-7008.

Yoga Classes for Beginners Saturdays 10am - 12pm, Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 pm Church of St.Peter Upstairs Auditorium 1st, 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Saturdays of the Month 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month Cost: $7 per drop-in. To register, call (905) 377-1403 Bring exercise mat, blanket and belt. Learn what your body has to offer you through yoga. Focus on body awareness through poses, the breath, grounding and the spine.	Beat the Winter Blues - Find Your Heart in the Drum Tuesday, Jan 25th, 7:00 - 9:00pm @ Herbal & Traditional Healing, Port Hope Cost: $20 To pre-register, call: (905) 885-3745 Connect with the native drum for self-expression and celebrating life! Experience how joyful, playful, and free you can be! It's sacredness alive in you, in rhythm with the universe. This workshop will introduce and initiate you in the transformational and healing voice of the drum, as a reflection of the harmonious inner self where you may find your heart. Bring your drum. There will be a few on hand for those without drums and a list of resources if you would like to purchase one.
Crystal Energy - Your Tool for Personal & Global Transformation Wednesday, Feb 23rd, 7:30 - 9:30pm @ Herbal & Traditional Healing, Port Hope Friday, Mar 3rd, 6:30 - 9:00pm @ Mystic Roots, Cobourg Cost: $20 per person To pre-register, call (905) 885-3745 or (905) 377-1403 Starting from a basic introduction to the world of crystals and their applications, you'll gain more advanced, experiential knowledge and form a personal relationship with these energy tools. A real "hands-on" experience.	Deeper into Quartz Friday, Apr 7, 6:30 - 9:00pm @ Mystic Roots, Cobourg Cost: $20 per person To pre-register, call (905) 377-1403 For those with some working familiarity with crystals and/or have taken an introductory workshop to crystals, they can deepen their knowledge and experience with these energy tools by exploring various dimensions of crystal awareness in a very personal, meaningful way.
Healing Circle - Drumming & Chanting Tuesday, Mar 28, 7:00 - 9:00 pm @ Herbal & Traditional Healing, Port Hope Cost: $20 per person To pre-register, call (905) 885-3745 Healing does not start in the physical realm. Bring your drum and your voice. We'll raise our voices for personal and global healing, listen to our own rhythm and blend it in a real soul experience. You have not heard anything until you have heard your own true sound. No singing skills necessary - just your own authentic voice.	For more information/details, please contact: Jorge A.S. Pereira, B.A. Tannice Goddard P.O. Box 83, 365 Spring Street Cobourg, ON K9A 4K2

HEALTH CARD CLINICS
Do you need to replace/renew your Ontario Health Card? If so, the Ontario Ministry of Health will be at: Northumberland Mall, Cobourg, during the following dates:

Before attending the clinic, make sure you have all the needed documents. You must take at least three original documents. You will need:

You must have all the documents you need before you register. You cannot use the same document twice. To get a detailed list of acceptable documents, call the Automated Information System at 1-800-664-8988 or call 1-800-268-1154. Locally, call the Ministry of Health at (905) 434-7000. Children 15½ or younger, who need replacement cards, do not have to attend in person. A parent should take an original document to show the child's Canadian citizenship or immigration status plus their own health card and residency and signature documents. You DO NOT need an appointment to replace/renew a child's card. Please do not visit this site if you have a valid red/white card. Missing, damaged, expired or incorrect cards only.

COURAGE TO COME BACK NOMINATIONS
Do you have a friend, relative or colleague who has show exceptional courage and has fought back from serious illness, injury or addiction and is now giving back to the community? If so, you can nominate the most courageous person you know in one of the following categories: Mental Health, Addiction, Concurrent Disorders, Physical Rehabilitation, General Medicine, Child and Family, Youth, Seniors, and Celebrity. The Courage to Come Back is an annual public awareness campaign that searches for and celebrates the exceptional courage of individuals, throughout Ontario, who are overcoming the challenges of living with a serious illness, injury or addiction. Nine individuals who serve as models of hope and inspiration to others facing similar circumstances will be recognized. The deadline for nominations is Friday, February 25th, 2000. For more information, or a nomination form, contact the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health Foundation at (416) 979-6909. 250 College Street, Ground Floor, Toronto, Ontario, M5T 1R8.

19th ANNUAL OGA/AOG CONFERENCE
The 19th Annual OGA/AOG Conference will be held from May 4th to 5th, at the Toronto Colony Hotel Downtown. This years conference theme is "20/20 Visioning Beyond 2000: Opportunities and Challenges." In addition to six featured speakers, there will be more than 70 paper, panel, poster, tool kit, workshop and seminar presentations on such topics as diversity, mental health, the internet, partnerships, social policy, etc. Special attention has been given for students, including a significantly lower registration fee, numerous opportunities for networking and the provision of a job/volunteer board. This conference is of interest to academics, researchers and students; staff in long-term care facilities, senior and day centres, social agencies, and all four levels of government; clergy and pastoral workers, seniors and volunteers. For more information or a conference brochure, contact:

The Ontario Gerontology Association
351 Christie Street, Ste. C216 Toronto ON M6G 3C3
FAX: (416) 535-6907 E-mail: ontgeron@idirect.com, or
WEB: http://www.ontgerontology.on.ca
PHONE: (416) 535-6034

NETWORKING IN MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTION CONFERENCE
The demand for increasingly effective mental health and addiction systems is clear. Although the lack of adequate funding and supportive legislation continue to challenge these systems, there are hundreds of exciting and effective solutions across Ontario. And there are hundreds, even thousands of individuals who are pushing the boundaries of current knowledge and providing innovative services and programs. Networking in Mental Health and Addiction: Exploring Innovative and Emerging Trends is a key educational opportunity for people in the mental health and addictions fields to examine leading edge research, programs, and services, translating the latest breakthroughs and knowledge into improved services. This conference will be held from June 22-23 2000, at Fanshawe College, London, Ontario. Conference registration will be available in early March. For further information or to receive Conference information, please contact Allen Flaming at (416) 977-5580 or by email: aflaming@ontario.cmha.ca or Lianne McKay at (416) 535-8501 ext. 4253 or by email: Lianne_McKay@camh.net.

VALENTINE DAYS: A WEEK OF GIFTS FOR YOUR BODY AND MIND
The Women's Health Care Centre is offering a week of workshops for women during the week of February 7th to 10th. All workshops will be held at the Women's Health Care Centre, 411 Water Street, Peterborough. Registration fee is $3.00 waged, or $1.00 unwaged. For information or registration, call (705) 743-4132 or 1-800-419-3111. Bring a brown bag lunch for each of the workshops.

The following are some of the workshop topics:
Infant massage with Barbara Shaw, RMT
Entering the Silence: A Meditation Workshop with Lily Swanson, Polarity Therapist
Medicinal Wheels Teachings for Caring for Life with Shirley Williams, MA., Native Elder
Therapeutic Touch: Energy for Healing with Margaret Johnson, Stress Therapist
Integrating Therapies for Better Health with John Millar ND and Alan Rodgers MD.
Connecting with Spirit with Rev. Gai Burns, Spiritual Guide and Mentor
Healing Through Creativity with Lesley Armstrong, RN, BA, AT.
Reduce your Risk with the "Perfect 10" with Caroline Doris, Registered Dietician

ONTARIO VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION AWARDS
You are invited to participate in Ontario's volunteer recognition programs for the year 2000. Awards are bestowed upon volunteers in one of the 3 award categories:

Further information and nomination forms may be obtained from Ontario Honours and Awards:

Ontario Honours and Awards
Ministry of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation
400 University Avenue, 2nd Floor
Toronto, ON M7A 2R9
Tel: (416) 314-7526
Fax: (416) 314-6050
www.gov.on.ca/mczcr

BARBARA COLOROSO PARENTING PRESENTATION
The Vance Lasenby Education Day Committee presents: "Barbara Coloroso - Parenting with Wit and Wisdom in Times of Chaos and Loss." There is an all day presentation starting at 9:00 a.m., ends at 4:00 p.m., and costs $45.00. At night, there is a presentation for parents that starts at 7:00 p.m., ends at 9:30 p.m., and costs $15.00. Both presentations will be held on Wednesday, February 9th, and will be held at Showplace Peterborough, 290 George Street North, Peterborough. For more information, call (905) 885-6671.

CANADIAN VOLKSSPORT FEDERATION ACTIVITIES
The Canadian Volkssport Federation has held several walking events in the month of January, and has 2 events left in this month which are as follows:

The distance is 5 or 10 kms which is your choice. Everyone is welcome. For more information, or information on upcoming activities, call:

Cobourg Volksmarch Club
Bob Gilpin - (905) 372-4974 or Ella McCullough - (905) 372-6430

Big Apple Volkssporters
Bob Compton - (905) 355-5897 or Irene McMillan - (905) 355-1043

Trenton Volkssport Club
Eric Gebhardt - (613) 394-6409 or Marie Kennel - (613) 392-1837

INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT WEEK 2000
In celebration of International Development Week, Horizons of Friendship is presenting a series of presentations from February 2nd to 8th. All presentations will be held at Horizons of Friendship, 50 Covert Street, Cobourg. For more information, call Jorge Pereira at (905) 372-5483. The presentations are as follows:

How Women Can Empower Themselves in Abusive Society
    with Alderville Women's Shelter
    and Esperanza Cardenas, Working & Unemployed Women's Movement in Nicaragua
    Wednesday, February 2nd, 9:00 to 11:45 a.m.

Maquila Solidarity in Canada and Maquila & MEC in Nicaragua
    with Musonda Kidd, Maquila Solidarity Network (Toronto)
    and Esperanza Cardenas, Working & Unemployed Women's Movement in Nicaragua
    Wednesday, February 2nd, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Women Networking for Better Living
    with Northumberland Services for Women
    and Esperanza Cardenas, Working & Unemployed Women's Movement in Nicaragua
    Thursday, February 3rd, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.

A Snapshot of Working Women's Issues in Canada & Women's Issues in Nicaragua
    with Deborah O'Connor, Northumberland Community Legal Centre/NCAP
    and Esperanza Cardenas, Working & Unemployed Women's Movement in Nicaragua
    Thursday, February 3rd, 9:00 to 11:45 a.m.

Effects of Sweatshops in the North & South Sweatshops & Labour Ethics in Nicaragua
    with Phyllis Symons, Cobourg/Port Hope Ten Days for Global Justice
    and Esperanza Cardenas, Working & Unemployed Women's Movement in Nicaragua
    Friday, February 4th, 9:00 to 11:45 a.m.

Impact of Canada on the Socio-economy of Post-Hurricane Mitch in Nicaragua
    with Esperanza Cardenas, Working & Unemployed Women's Movement in Nicaragua
    and Presentation by Joan Chalovich, Mayor, Town of Cobourg
    Tuesday, February 8th, 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.

If you have a service or community event that is relevant to Northumberland County that you would like to see posted in our newsletter, please email/fax us the information before the 20th of the preceding month.

February 14th & 28th 2000	August 14th & 28th 2000
March 13th & 27th 2000	September 11th & 25th 2000
April 10th & 25th 2000	October 16th & 30th 2000
May 8th & 29th 2000	November 20th 2000
June 12th & 26th 2000	December 11th 2000
July 10th & 24th 2000

DATE	TOWN	START POINT	START TIME
January 29	Salem	Salem Restaurant	8:30 a.m.
January 30	Cobourg	Amanda's Restaurant	8:30 a.m.