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Wasaga Beach Home & Recreation ShowVenue: Wasaga Beach RecPlexWasaga Beach, Ontario Canada September 22, 2012 - Show Hours 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.September 23, 2012 - Show Hours 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Exhibitors: 50+ Industry: Home, Recreation & LeisureEVENT PROFILE

The Wasaga Beach Home & Recreation Show, presented by Beach BOOSTER Promotions, will showcase the latest products for Home and Recreation under one roof at the Wasaga Beach RecPlex, 1724 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach, Ontario.This event will be one of the region’s largest exhibitions and second to none! Organizers anticipate more than eighty local exhibitors in home improvements, renovation, design, outdoor living, gardening, recreational products and related services will promote their products and services for visitors to experience during the two-day event.ATTENDEE & VISITOR'S PROFILEThe Wasaga Beach Home & Recreation Show will draw local attendees and visitors from the Greater Toronto Area as well as the Niagara and Kingston corridors with a particularly loyal base from the Toronto area. Buyers, homeowners and cottagers from more than 100 cities, towns and communities within 150 kilometres of Wasaga Beach are here to enjoy the Beach every year, as they have been for the past many decades.

EXHIBITOR INVITATIONYou are invited to reserve a booth and participate in the First Annual Wasaga Beach Home and Recreation Show to be held on September 22 and 23, 2012. There are approximately 80 display booths available for rent–all under one roof! Organizers are inviting exhibitors that represent a wide variety of businesses specializing in home renovating, decorating and for the first time ever in The Beach, recreational products and other related services. We hope to reinforce the importance of the recreational aspect of our economy, especially at a time when the fall and winter seasons are upon us.Many special attractions are planned for the show so there is sure to be something of interest for all visitors. There is an extensive, multi layered marketing plan being designed to promote attendance including and not limited to; print, signage, radio, regional press releases and direct mail. Businesses that are early to confirm participation will be able to maximize the potential inclusion of their business in this marketing plan. The number of “similar” businesses or products will be limited in order to capitalize on customer outcomes and to promote a variety of services. Food will be available at the onsite snack bar. There will be numerous free draws and door prizes. General admission is TWO DOLLARS. Booth costs: The charge for a single booth space is $325.00 (8’X10’) and $375.00 for (10’X10’). Booths are assigned on a first come basis. To reserve your space, fill out the attached booth application. It must be accompanied with your Cheque for the Full amount. Make cheques payable to: Beach Booster Promotions. Set up: Exhibitors in the Main Hall could begin setup on Friday, September 21, 2012 after 12 noon. Those exhibitors showing in other rooms can set up Saturday morning at 7 a.m.Exhibitors please mail your completed application and payment to: Beach Booster Promotions,1383 Mosley Street, Suite 1, Wasaga Beach , Ontario, L9Z 2C5Contact:Bill Frieday 705-812-5507 or Joe Bickerstaff 705-241-9762

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Good Job Bouquet Awards 2012

Catherine Thompson, 97.7 the Beach

Roy Dutt, Wasaga Beach Lions Club

Bev & Tony Turner

Deputy Mayor David Foster

Barb McFadden

Dr. Peter Wilson

Anne Madden, Sta ner Legion No. 457.y

Marilyn Beecroft, Ontario Parks

Darlene Dubeau-Poole,Town of Wasaga Beach

Susy and Enrique Miranda

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Wasaga Beach Lions Club Bingo every Friday evening. Almost $5000 in prizes..$1000 Jackpot Game. RecPlex Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Contact: Lions Club at 705-429-3331Jan 10 – Breakfast at the BeachLocation: Georgian Circle Family Restaurant, 1441 Mosley Street. Time: 7a.m – 8:30a.m. Speaker: Kathleen Caswell, Investors Group Financial Services. Kathleen will be talking about how a financial plan helps you navigate short-term ups and downs of the market and helps you stay focused on your goals. Cost: $15 for members, $18 for non-members. To register for this breakfast and to obtain more information, call Trudie McCrea at the Wasaga Beach Chamber of Commerce – 705-429-2247Jan 12 – 2013 Wasaga Loppet Classic Ski RaceLocation: The Wasaga Nordic & Trail Centre, 101 Blueberry Trails, Wasaga Beach.Time: 8:30 a.m. Registration followed by a 10 a.m. staggered start. Cost: $25.00 registration fee. Registration Commences: Dec 3, 2012 10 a.m. & Registration Conclusion: Jan 11, 2013 2:00 p.m. Registration and payment can only be completed online at www.zone4.ca under Online Registration “2013 Wasaga Loppet Classic Ski Race”. For more information contact park staff at 705-429-0943 or [email protected] 13 - Order of Wasaga Beach / New Year’s Levee The Town of Wasaga Beach will be honouring the contributions of its citizens on January 13, 2013 at the New Year’s Levee. To be eligible for this distinction, nominees should be those persons who enrich community life by contributing to the improvement of arts, social, cultural & recreational conditions, by way of volunteering. For more information visit www.wasagabeach.com or contact Holly Haire-Ellis, Special Events Coordinator at the Town of Wasaga Beach, 30 Lewis Street, Wasaga Beach, ONL9Z 1A1 Email: [email protected] or call 705-429-3844 x 2287Jan 15 – WSIB SeminarPresented by Ramona A. Greer, CGA and Rona Wasaga Beach. A complimentary information seminar for the construction industry business discussing the changes to WSIB and you obligations. This seminar is to ensure you are compliant with the new WSIB law effective Jan.1, 2013. Location: Rona Building Centre, 1317 Mosley St., Wasaga Beach. Time: 7 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. Space is limited so please call 705-428-2171 or email [email protected] to book your seat. Light refreshments will be provided. Jan 18 – Jamaican Jam Youth DanceLocation: Wasaga RecPlex, 1724 Mosley St. Time: 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Grades 5 to 8 only! Tickets: $5.00 each and in advance and are available at the Recreation Office at the RecPlex -705-429-3321 and at the Chamber Office, 550 River Rd. West at 705-429-2247. Adult Supervision Needed!Jan 26 – Moonlight SkiLocation: The Wasaga Nordic & Trail Centre, 101 Blueberry Trails, Wasaga Beach.Time: 5p.m. to 9p.m. Cost: Free event. Rentals available on site - fees do apply. Join us for a cross-country ski under the stars. Enjoy the magic of a winter’s evening with hot chocolate, popcorn and more. For more information contact park staff at 705-429-0943.Call for ArtistsWasaga Beach Short Film Festival invites artists from Wasaga Beach area to participate in the 2nd annual WBSFF on Sat. Jan.26, 2013 at the RecPlex in Wasaga Beach. Artists in various mediums, photographers, potters, woodworkers etc. will be able to display their work during the festival’s daily events. Please contact Lynda Dies at 705-429-3147 or [email protected] for further information and to register. Wasaga Beach Chamber of Commerce – 705-429-2247 / www.WasagaFilmFestival.com / [email protected] 6 – Jan 15 - VOTE NOW – Wasaga Beach Short Film Festival You Tube early viewing and voting www.WasagaFilmFestival.com / Chamber of Commerce 705-429-2247 [email protected] 30 & Feb 27 – Coffee, Books & ConversationLocation: Wasaga Beach Public Library, 120 Glenwood Drive. Time: 7p.m.Hear about great books and authors not regularly on the best sellers list & chat over coffee.Jan 31 – Business After 5Hosted by Ingrid Bouius with Siesta Sun Spa, 30 – 45th Street. Time: 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Networking, auction prizes, delicious food and great people! Everyone welcome. There is no charge to attend and membership is not required. We look forward to seeing you all there!For more information contact: Denise Potter, Business After 5 Coordinator, WBWBA and Chamber of Commerce 705-429-0017 / [email protected] or Trudie McCrea,Office Manager, Chamber of Commerce 705-429-2247 /

For more information contact: the Chamber of Commerce at 705-429-2247 /1-866-292-7242 or visit our Events Calendar at www.wasagainfo.com

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Oakview Ladies Hobby Club meet Wednesdays from 7pm - 9 pm. Whatever your hobby is... painting, crafting, quilting, scrap-booking come out and meet like minded ladies who love to share their knowledge and company while they work. If you always wanted to learn to do a certain craft or you if just need one night out a week for yourself please join us! Contact : Laura at 705-429-3984Oakview Ladies Hobby Club Annual Christmas Craft and Bake Sale November 10-12 at the Wasaga RecPlex 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. To register for a table call Marie at 705-429-6133

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Collingwood Blues Series Returns January 17.The Collingwood Jazz & Blues Society presents the return of the popular Blues series at the BMFA Arts Centre, 163 Hurontario Street Collingwood. The concerts will be held the 3rd.Thursday of the month starting at 7pm. January 17 - Chuck Jackson Trio. Chuck Jackson, vocalist and harp player with the Downchild Blues Band, is a dynamic performer and Collingwood favourite who connects with audiences world wide. Joined by Downchild keyboardist the incredible Michael Fonfara, Chuck is sure to bring the house down.Advance $15./concert $20. Door. Concert tickets Available in Collingwood at- The Crow’s Nest, 239 Hurontario St. 445-1900, Gabriele Photo, 133 Hurontario St. 445-9030BMFA Arts Centre, 163 Hurontario St. 445-3430Hasty Market, Cranberry Mews, Hwy.26 293-0619Wasaga Beach Toastmasters meet every Tuesday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Wasaga Beach Public Library. For more information call 429-6416 or 429-5464.Oakview Ladies Hobby Club meet Wednesdays from 7pm - 9 pm. Whatever your hobby is... painting, crafting, quilting, scrap-booking come out and meet like minded ladies who love to share their knowledge and company while they work. If you always wanted to learn to do a certain craft or you if just need one night out a week for yourself please join us! Contact : Laura at 705-429-3984

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Dear NHLWhile you and the players are fighting over who gets what percentage of the fans hard earned $$ money we the fans are going to find other ways to spend our hard earned $$ money. When you finally come to a compromise and start the season we will have a lockout of our own. We pay you $10-$20 just to park near your arenas, we pay you $35-$200 to sit in your arenas. We pay $8-$10 for a beer in your arenas, we pay $8-$10 for a chincy slice of pizza or a stupid pretzel in your arenas. We wait in long lines for all of this and never argue when you raise the prices every year. We show our loyalty year in and year out and you continually show your lack of loyalty yet again!!! So how about we boycott your product for a while and see what you have to fight about then!

Sincerely,One Angry Fan!!

Dear John:I hope you can help me here. The other day I set off for work leaving my husband in the house watching the TV as usual. I hadn't gone more than a mile down the road when my engine conked out and the car shuddered to a halt. I walked back home to get my husband's help. When I got home I couldn't believe my eyes. He was in the bedroom with a neighbour lady making mad passionate love to her.I am 32, my husband is 34 and we have been married for twelve years. When I confronted him, he tried to make out that he went into the back yard and heard a lady scream, had come to her rescue but found her unconscious. He'd carried the woman back to our house, laid her in bed, and began CPR. When she awoke she immediately began thanking him and kissing him and he was attempting to break free when I came back. But when I asked him why neither of them had any clothes on, he broke down and admitted that he'd been having an affair for the past six months.I told him to stop or I would leave him. He was let go from his job six months ago and he says he has been feeling increasingly depressed and worthless. I love him very much, but ever since I gave him the ultimatum he has become increasingly distant. I don't feel I can get through to him anymore. I’m afraid I’m a wreck and need advice urgently. Can you please help?Sincerely,Mrs. Sheila Usk, Wasaga Beach, ON

Dear Sheila:A car stalling after being driven a short distance can be caused by a variety of faults with the engine. Start by checking that there is no debris in the fuel line. If it is clear, check the jubilee clips holding the vacuum pipes onto the inlet manifold.If none of these approaches solves the problem, it could be that the fuel pump itself is faulty, causing low delivery pressure to the injectors. I hope this helps.John.

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New LIONS CLUB in

The information meeting is to be held thJanuary 11 at 7 p.m. at Beech’s At The Bay

located on Main Street.(there is no charge to attend)

WASAGA BEACH

DO YOU WANT TO GET INVOLVED IN YOUR LOCAL AND WORLD-WIDE COMMUNITY?

If so, come out to our information meeting and learn about the largest service club in the world. Lions International with clubs in 206 countries &

territories help people in your community, countryand worldwide through fundraising projects.

Have fun along the way with fellow members.

For more details contact Richard or Mary

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For more details contact Richard or Mary

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New LIONS CLUB in

WASAGA BEACH

Lions Clubs are Ready to HelpRight now, Lions clubs are making a

difference around the world. That’s becausewhenever Lions clubs gets together,

problems get smaller and communities getbetter. Our 45,000 clubs and 1.3 millionmembers in over 200 countries makesLions Clubs International the world’s

largest service organization.Lions Clubs Offer a New Opportunity

Lions clubs have offered people theopportunity to give back to their

communities and help those in need since1917. Soon, a new Lions Club will be

established in your community, giving youthe opportunity to become an active

volunteer, a member of a respectedinternational organization, a leader in yourcommunity and a friend to people in need.

Lions Clubs are UniqueLions clubs support sight programs, assistthe disabled, feed the hungry and provide

disaster relief assistance. And that’s not all.Each Lions club chooses their own projects

and activities to fit the lifestyles of itsmembers and benefit their community the most.

The next meeting to form a new Lions Club is to be held Wednesday, January 25th,7 p.m.

Chamber of Commerce Board Room 550 River Road West, Wasaga Beach

We have a creative and energetic team of people focused on delivering quality products and exceptional service. We are fortunate to be able to leverage many years of diverse corporate and promotional marketing experience to offer a full range of services for our valued clients.

BRAND AWARENESSMake an impact with creative promotional products! We offer thousands of products to generate excitement and visibility at an affordable cost per impression.PREMIUMS AND INCENTIVESIt's all about market share - design a custom program using promotional merchandise to grow sales and create customer loyalty.AWARD AND RECOGNITION PROGRAMSBuild dedication and teamwork through recognition of service and exceptional achievement.CORPORATE GIFTINGShow your appreciation with a gift – the thank you with a lasting impression.PRINT MANAGEMENTAll your print needs – marketing materials, brochures, booklets, signageEVENT MANAGEMENTThe time commitment to plan and execute an outstanding event can be overwhelming. Our team of experts will work with your organization to manage your function from start to finish or simply provide auxiliary services such as merchandise, gifting, graphic design, printed material, signage and more.GRAPHIC DESIGNAn integral part of the team, our graphic artist is on-site providing creative and professional design expertise to support all aspects of our business..

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The Beach BOOSTER Group was pleased to present a Certificate and a “Good Job Bouquet” from Cathy’s Flower & Gift Boutique to Dr. Peter Wilson. Dr. Wilson is associated with Beach Chiropractic & Wellness Centre at 1344 Mosley Street in Wasaga Beach. Congratulations, Peter..Good Job!

September 22 and 23, 2012RecPlex

1724 Mosley Street,Wasaga Beach, ON

EXHIBITOR INFORMATION:Contact:

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Exhibitor Space Still Available

Call Now! 705-812-5507

Film and now Music Videos!

Deadline for Submission

October 15, 2012

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PUBLIC CONSULTATION FOR POTENTIAL GAMING FACILITY IN WASAGA BEACH – WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU

In late May of this year, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) announced their intention to expand private sector gaming in Ontario by issuing a Request for Information (RFI) seeking input from potential providers as it expands regulated private-sector gaming in Ontario.

Wasaga Beach has been identified in Zone C7 along with the Town of Collingwood, Clearview Township and the Township of Springwater. The OLG has indicated that each identified zone will only support one gaming facility and will ensure any new gaming facilities are not in close proximity to an existing gaming operation.

The Town of Wasaga Beach is seeking input of residents and business owners on whether or not it should support the OLG possibly locating a gaming facility in Wasaga Beach. Comments may be directed to the Office of the CAO by e-mail to or by written letter to 30 Lewis Street, Wasaga Beach, Ontario L9Z 1A1, to the attention of the Office of CAO. To complete an online opinion survey and learn more about the potential opportunity, please visit .

PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETINGS:

The municipal Councils in Zone C7 have agreed to host a joint Public thInformation meeting on Tuesday, October 16 at the RecPlex in Wasaga

Beach located at 1724 Mosley Street at 7:00 p.m. OLG officials will be in attendance to provide information on the proposed gaming facility opportunity for Zone C7 to Members of Council and the public. Due to the nature of the meeting, OLG representatives will only be taking questions from members of Council. Any questions from the public are required to be provided to members of Council from the respective municipalities so that they can be posed to the OLG representatives at the meeting.

In addition to the joint Public Information meeting, the Town of Wasaga Beach will be holding a Public Information meeting for members of the community

thfrom Wasaga Beach only on Wednesday, October 24 at the RecPlex in Wasaga Beach located at 1724 Mosley Street at 7:00 p.m. OLG officials will be in attendance to provide information on the proposed gaming facility opportunity to Members of Council and the public. Due to the nature of the meeting, OLG representatives will only be taking questions from members of Council. If you would like to submit a question prior to the meeting, please e-mail or by hard copy to 30 Lewis Street, Wasaga Beach, Ontario L9Z 1A1, to the attention of the Office of CAO.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 13, 20131:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.

Wasaga Beach RecPlex

Hosted by:

The Town of Wasaga Beach

The Order of Wasaga Beach will also taking place at this celebration.

The award presentation will began at 2 p.m.

Mingle with Mayor Patterson

and Members of Council

Beach BOOSTER Promotions - What “WE” DoWe provide our clients with branded apparel and promotional products for promotion, motivation, recognition and incentive purposes. We help companies put their logo or message out in front of their employees, customers, communities and prospects. We concentrate on the most effective promotional items to impact the end user with over whelming visualization.We handle art development, domestic purchasing, and distribution coordination and consultation of all branding issues.

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Finally, skiing minus all that cold wet snow. With inflatable tires, elaborately adjustable bindings that allow your heels to lift, and optional ski-style poles, Skikes are designed to replicate cross-country skiing. But unlike conventional Nordic skis, they work indoors. Roller ski in your own shoes - No ski boots needed. Supports skier weights up to 265 pounds.5" and 6" inflatable tires roll smoothly on grass, gravel, hard-packed dirt, crushed stone, and pavement So now we can pretend the cubicle aisles are snow trails. OK, the janitors keep griping about the shredded paper we sprinkle around to enhance the experience, but it’s a small price to pay. Next up: an office biathlon—after each circuit around the Beach BOOSTER Edit and Design departments, you stop and use a Nerf blaster to shoot at a picture of Joe Bickerstaff, Gary Cerantola or Bill Frieday.

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Hi, Myles Bradford here….. General Manager of Trilinks Golf operating The Marlwood Golf & Country Club and The Links of New England Village Golf Course in beautiful Wasaga Beach, Ontario……Where the beach is just the beginning!!! There is currently plenty of snow on the ground however, I am fortunate to be employed and working all winter here in the historic Marlwood Golf & Country Club, Built in 1928. That’s an incredible 83 years of golf history.….but mainly good comraderie from it’s golfing members and guests. Marlwood has always been available to the local community and out of town guests and families along the years.What many of you might not be aware of are the winter activities that take place here in our cozy Marlwood Country Club. We host weekly dart leagues, a card league, Poker and Euchre. An Indoor golf simulator and a fully stocked Golf Pro Shop open year round. We enjoy hosting our communities many functions, including Weddings, Probus & Rotary groups, Birthday and Anniversary Party’s. We are certainly well known for our exquisite 18 hole golf course skirting the beautiful Marl Lake, but did you know that we also include in our golf membership another Championship golf course right around the corner? Yes, 2 courses for the price of 1 membership. We are very fortunate to offer The Links at New England Village 18 Hole Championship Golf Course. It has immaculate large greens, tree lined fairways, and very nice bunkers making each green a challenge to hit. Many of our locals refer to it

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Reservations a must!

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$10 - Occasional Saturday night

Patrons having a valid Casino Rama Players Passport card upon bus arrival may be eligible to receive 300 bonus points. Bonus points are redeemable for $15 in cash. Bonus points and meal offers are non-transferable. Casino Rama Players Passport card is required to receive food offer or bonus points offer. Ineligible patrons will receive a $15 meal offer once a Players Passport card is obtained. Bonus points and meal offers are non-transferable.You must show government issued picture I.D. showing you are 19 years of age to board buses to Casino Rama. Programs are subject to availability and may change without notice. Self excluded patrons are not eligible to redeem Casino Rama Offers.

Wasaga Beach’s premier

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Open 7 days a week

Little MarinaRistorante & Pizzeria

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Take-Out and CateringLicensed Dining Room Available to go.

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Marlwood Ladies Golf LeagueJune 19

A Flight Low Gross Joan LaRose 41Low Net Audrey Harvey 29.5Longest putt Gloria Mighton

B Flight Low Gross Shirley 44Low Net Donna Gray 26Longest Putt Shirley AllanBirdie # 10 Shirley Allan

C Flight Low Gross Karen Russell 48Marion Thompson 29.5

Longest Putt Chris BonehamBirdie # 17 Marion Thompson

D Flight Low Gross Barbara Jordan 49Low Net Nancy Ritchie 32Longest Putt Judy Solski

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Almost on a monthly basis I am asked to talk to a group or organization about fraud prevention, senior fraud prevention or identity theft prevention. So over my next couple of articles I plan to discuss the above, starting with identity theft.

One factor that contributes to this crime is social media and the personal information people still upload.Identity theft occurs when someone accesses another individual's personal information such as their name, date of birth and SIN.I would like to offer the following tips to prevent you from becoming a victim of identity theft:Only give out your personal or financial information to individuals you know and trust and only give that person what is needed, no more.Never post personal information on social media sites; even if you feel you have all the privacy settings to protect your information, these settings and other get changed regularly by social media sites. If you are not aware of these changes you could be left vulnerable to identity theft.Shred all financial documents that you would have thrown out. This includes those “pre-approved credit card notices”. Shedders are inexpensive; if possible get a crosscut shedder.Consider changing all your financial documents and bills to paperless.Pick up your mail regularly and report any missing or damaged mail to both Canada Post and the Police.Always inspect your bills for any discrepancies and if you find one contact that billing agency immediately. You may find out that someone, not you, has been making purchases on your account. Do not respond to any unsolicited offers via e-mail, the Internet or the telephone.Do not carry your Social Insurance Number (SIN) card with you, keep it in a secure place and only have it with you when you are going to use it.Ensure your computer has up to date anti-virus and spyware and your firewall is on and working properly. If in doubt talk to your Internet Provider, they will assist you or have a chat with the many Computer Stores in the area.When disposing your old computers remove the hard drive and destroy it. (a big hammer works well)If you store personal or financial information on your wireless devices, when you get a new one erase all information on it then destroy it so it will not work.Never do any financial transactions when link to free wireless services at a business, store or restaurant.Always remember to protect your debit and credit cards and your pin numbers.Check your credit score or report from time to time.More on identity theft, please visit the following links:1.www.opp.ca.2.http://www.antifraudcentrecentreantifraude.ca/english/home-eng.html3.http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/scams-fraudes/index-eng.htmTo check your credit score:1 http://www.consumer.equifax.ca/home/en_ca (1-800-465-7166)2 http://www.transunion.ca/ (1-877-525-3823)

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(Wasaga Beach, ON July 9, 2012) Get ready for some “fun, lively, original, blues, and roots” music when Fathead performs at Wasaga Beach Blues, which takes place from Aug. 24 to 26 at the Stonebridge Town Centre.Fathead, which features John Mays (lead vocals), Al Lerman (harp, sax, vocals), Teddy Leonard (guitar vocals), Omar Tunnoch (bass, vocals) and Bucky Berger (drums, vocals), will be playing on Aug. 25 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Lerman will also be playing that night at Boston Pizza.Formed in 1992, Fathead as a band and its individual musicians, have won numerous blues’ awards. Players have also worked with a variety of legendary artists including: John Lee Hooker, Etta James and Rick Danko.Lerman is looking forward to “playing to an enthusiastic crowd” at Wasaga Beach Blues.Fathead’s seventh CD, Where’s the Blues Taking Me, was released in 2010 and it was nominated for a Juno Award. This was the band’s fourth nomination... it has won twice. Lerman released his solo disc Crowe River Blues in February and in 2011 Mays released a solo CD called I Found A Love. Lerman will also be performing with The Maple Blues Revue at Wasaga Beach Blues. For more information about Fathead and Al Lerman, visit www.fathead.biz and www.allermanmusic.com. Other acts scheduled to rock The Beach include: The Legendary Downchild Blues Band, 24th Street Wailes, The Johnny Max Band, Loco Zydeco with special guest Cheryl Lescom, Dinny’s Dixieland AllStars, and Tres Hombres.Downchild’s Chuck Jackson, the musical director for Wasaga Beach Blues, is a Festivals and Events Ontario Hall of Fame inductee, the founder and artistic director of the Tim Horton’s Southside Shuffle Blues and Jazz Festival in Mississauga and brings a wealth of knowledge

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I'm excited to introduce to you my first featured entertainment section in this week's beach BOOSTER. We live in a great community and as the town is growing so is the entertainment/events. Beside my love for real estate, I have a passion for this industry having worked in radio and television over the past years. It is my pleasure to provide you with local happenings in Wasaga Beach.

Let me begin with the 6th Annual Meaford International Film Festival (MIFF) from August 30th to September 2nd, 2012. MIFF was instrumental in giving us a helping hand with our very first WBSFF and continues to share our vision of nurturing our festival for years to come. Four films were presented this year: Saalam Dunk, The Dynamiter, Under African Skies, A Separation. I attended the opening night premiered of Saalam Dunk. Filmed in Iraq and produced by Beau Lewis with director David Fine this documentary is based on a team of girls in their first season, the joy of their first win to the pain of losing the American coach who inspired them, this film offers a vision of what Iraq could become. It was very inspiring and must say tearful at times.

Rogers TV Fall Launch opened their doors on September 6th to unveil seven new series added to the many returning favourites. Rogers TV is a unique TV channel where community members take an active role in conceptualizing and producing television shows for local audiences. For a complete broadcast schedule visit www.rogerstv.com. Beach Booster is your community newspaper any thoughts you wish to share please email me at [email protected]

Dianna Chycki is a real estate sales representative for Century 21 Millennium Inc., Brokerage and a Member of Promote Wasaga.

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I had the great pleasure of interviewing John for Beach Corner prior to his retirement. Thousands of listeners across the Georgian Triangle woke up every day to hear John, if

their alarm clock was set for 6:00 a.m. John's career in entertainment started with his rock 'n roll band The Randells, and often he would be listening to the radio for new songs released, and in particular, he listened to the Chum AM station. He decided to pursue a career in broadcasting when he heard an advertisement for an upstart radio announcer school called Career Academy. John applied and was accepted in the first class and the rest is history. John is a people person who has a passion for interviewing people. It's no wonder his Chats program was his favourite part of his job where he had the opportunity to meet and interview local residents in the community on events and happenings in and around town. When asked how it felt to be the voice to listeners waking up in the morning he said: “It's a little overwhelming at first to think of the amount of people listening; but then you start thinking more of that one particular person you're talking to, however, there is quite a responsibility but it's very gratifying serving the community.” Over the years, John met and interviewed a lot of people one most memorable was Charlie Farquharson aka Don Harron, well known as the guy from up country. Apparently, when he was in the studio John along with his mid-morning guy, both couldn't stop laughing. In the archives there's a photo of John and Charlie that John enjoys looking at it and reminiscing. If there was one celebrity he would of liked to add to his list of interviews it would of been Nelson Mandela. Indeed that would have been a great interview on Chats. If you're planning a career in broadcasting John says: “You must stay positive 24/7. For a small radio station such as the Peak, be prepared to be involved in the community, you cannot stay at arms length compared to a larger market. Listeners like to have a one on one with radio personalities such as when you are strolling down the aisles in a supermarket.” Computers have come a long way since John started in radio. It was a steep learning curve for him, but he soon found his way around social media. John never took computers in school and laughed at the thought of having a computer in every home but today everything is on the computer. It has been a great ride for John, this wouldn't have been achieved without the listeners and John thanked everyone who attended the restaurant in Collingwood for making it such a fun day. John is planning more fishing, more gardening and hopefully a few trips here and there. We wish John a very happy retirement and thank him for all his services over the years.

Dianna Chycki is a host for Beach Corner on beachBOOSTERradio.com and Committee Member for the Wasaga Beach Short Film Festival.

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Sandy and Alex sent in this great picture of Axel after he enjoyed a great family Christmas. Axel is a 10 year old Golden Retriever who loves chasing squirrels in the woods of Wasaga Beach. After a long walk and run, he enjoys sleeping the afternoon away.

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Did you ever wonder how lighthouse keepers living on a light station island got to the main land? In many cases around Georgian Bay, the means of transportation was a Watts boat known as a Lighthouse Tender. W. Watts and Sons of Collingwood were boat builders from 1842 to 1946. During their century of service to water transportation, the Watts built an amazing array of craft ranging from barges to canoes, yachts and other pleasure boats, skiffs and fish boats, scows and schooners. And Lighthouse Tenders. In a report dated 1910, the Minister of the Marine Department who served as the superintendent of lighthouses, reported that a variety of Watts boats had been purchased to serve the needs of lighthouse keepers. Many were delivered as early as the 1880s and ranged in length from 15 to 28 feet. Some were known as flat-bottomed boats, others as dories or skiffs. But all were vital to the comfort and safety of those who kept a light! At Goderich, light keeper Robert Campbell had a 14-footer that was new in 1880. The Tender at Point Clark was a 22-foot sail boat with a ten foot beam, while Kincardine’s keeper manned a 17-foot boat delivered in 1875 that was very much in need of repair. Andrew Lockerbie had two Watts boats at the Collingwood (Nottawasaga) Lighthouse and there were also similar craft at light stations on Cove and Hope Islands. The last Lighthouse Tender built by Watts of Collingwood was the 36 foot Navaid, constructed in 1943. Used by Fred Watts as a personal craft, it was sold to the Department of Transport and put into service at Prescott, Ontario. The Navaid served as a light boat until its demise in March, 1968. For nearly a century, Watts Lighthouse Tenders acted as a lifeline for lighthouse keepers, their families and for those in trouble on the waters of Georgian Bay.

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Our second annual Wasaga Beach Short Film Festival (WBSFF) offers our businesses and residents an opportunity to show off our community while creating a cultural event that has the possibility of not only drawing visitors and new residents but add to the creative economy in our area.For starters, the WBSFF committee has managed to attract two recognized people in the Ontario film business as award presenters at our second annual WBSFF Film Viewing and Awards Gala scheduled for January 26, 2013. Shaun Goldsmith, a producer, cinematographer and screenwriter and photographer (still), from Burlington will be presenting the documentary category awards. When Shaun accepted Dianna Chycki’s invitation to come to Wasaga Beach to meet our film festival committee, Shaun quickly realized that he could shoot a film right here in Wasaga Beach given its unique history and beautiful natural settings. So don’t be surprised if you see a film crew in Wasaga Beach in the next few months filming at different sets. Beach BOOSTER will keep you up to date on the developments. Christian Potenza, a Canadian actor born in Ottawa, Ontario who also owns a production company with many projects, ranging from animation to feature films will be presenting the Action/Comedy awards. Christian tells us that a film producer he knows has already moved into our area to produce films because of the tax credits that can be gained by shooting film and videos outside of the Greater Toronto Area. In fact, The Ontario Film and Television Tax Credit (OFTTC) is a refundable tax credit. It is available to corporations for eligible Ontario labour expenses on Ontario film and television productions. A further credit of 10% of Ontario labour expenses is available for filming outside the Greater Toronto Area. This means as we attract more and more film industry people to our film festival there is more potential for recognizing that Wasaga Beach has a lot to offer film makers from available service workers to scenic panoramas to low cost filming set locations and higher tax incentives. We are also in the early stages of developing a workshop for would-be local film makers that feel they would like to take advantage of some skills and techniques they could use in developing films and videos for the Wasaga Beach Short Film Festival. So for all you Wasaga Beach businesses, you will be able to discover how easy and cost effective it will be to produce a video advertisement for your business and have it entered at the WBSFF and also loaded on the WBSFF You Tube® Channel to be viewed clear across the worldwide web. Switch Video, a leader in explainer videos has partnered with the Wasaga Beach Short Film Festival to lead the workshops.So our mantra of “The beach is just the beginning” could be taking on a whole new meaning. We could very well be on the cusp of attracting film makers to our area and grow our local economy. Our “Sundance North” vision for the WBSFF leans towards attracting national and international attention and growing our visitors and new resident populations. Our plans to acquire outdoor movie equipment and show our film festival and other films and local promotional videos to our summer visitors and residents are still moving ahead. We’ll keep you posted. The key ingredient to making all of this happen is your support. The WBSFF is always looking for volunteers and business sponsors to build this annual event into a show case for our beautiful community. Check out our website www.wasagafilmfestival.com for viewing and Awards Gala Night tickets, volunteering and sponsorship opportunities. Beach BOOSTER is certainly here to help the WBSFF on its way. See you at the Awards Gala on January 26, 2013! Send me your thoughts. Please email me at [email protected]

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Welcome everyone to Ontario’s winter playground. With the new snow on the ground and more in the forecast for this week we are out packing down the snow and putting the final touches on the trails for your enjoyment this season. We are working with the other clubs throughout the region to establish an early trail opening traversing the area as soon as possible. Today we wish to announce the Sno Fun Run which will be taken place on Family day weekend in February as part of the Wasaga Snowman Mania events this season. Please support the event to help eradicate breast cancer whether you ride or not, pledge sheets will raise funds and awareness of this serious disease. Check out our web site wasagasnowmobileclub.com for up dates and locations of all the activities planned for this holiday weekend. Snowmobile traffic through out our area can become quite congested at times so please be aware that all trails are two way traffic and to always keep to the right. Also be aware that grooming machines may be out working the trail at any time creating a smoother trail for all to enjoy. Until next time support the volunteers who make the trail possible and lend a hand if you can.Wasaga Club Executive

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More New Members for Club.At our last meeting more guests signed their applications to become members of our club. Induction ceremony for new members will be held early in 2013. It’s a good feeling to give back and serve your community.

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1917: The Beginning Chicago business leader Melvin Jones asked a simple and world-changing question – what if people put their talents to work improving their communities? Almost 100 years later, Lions Clubs International is the world's largest service club organization, with more than 1.3 million members in more than 45,000 clubs and countless stories of Lions acting on the same simple idea: let's improve our communities.1920: Going International Just three years after our founding, Lions became international when we established the first club in Canada. Mexico followed in 1927. In the 1950s and 1960s international growth accelerated, with new clubs in Europe, Asia and Africa.1925: Eradicating Blindness Helen Keller addressed the Lions Clubs International Convention in Cedar Point, Ohio, USA, and challenged Lions to become "knights of the blind in the crusade against darkness." Since then, we have worked tirelessly to aid the blind and visually impaired.1945: Uniting Nations The ideal of an international organization is exemplified by our enduring relationship with the United Nations. We were one of the first non-governmental organizations invited to assist in the drafting of the United Nations Charter and have supported the work of the UN ever since.1957: Organizing Youth Programs In the late 1950s, we created the Leo Program to provide the youth of the world with an opportunity for personal development through volunteering. There are approximately 144,000 Leos and 5,700 Leo clubs in more than 140 countries worldwide.1968: Establishing Our Foundation Lions Clubs International Foundation assists Lions with global and large-scale local humanitarian projects. Through our Foundation, Lions meet the needs of their local and global communities.1990: Launching Sight First Through Sight First, Lions are restoring sight and preventing blindness on a global scale. Launched in 1990, Lions have raised more than $346 million for this initiative. Sight First targets the major causes of blindness: cataract, trachoma, river blindness, childhood blindness, diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma.Today: Extending Our Reach Lions Clubs International extends our mission of service every day – in local communities, in all corners of the globe. The needs are great and our services broad, including sight, health, youth, elderly, the environment and disaster relief. Our international network has grown to include more than 200 countries and geographic areas.

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2012-13 Lions Clubs International President Wayne A. Madden and Mrs. Madden ride on front of the Rose Bowl Parade Float. Mr. Madden, a Lion from Auburn, Indiana, USA, is an insurance agent and former educator. He was elected at the 95th Lions International Convention in Busan, Korea to serve as international president of the world's largest service club organization. It's Great to be a Lion...."We Serve". Help your community and gain valuable skills. Make an impact on people's lives - locally and internationally. Learn to be a Leader - and lead a respected organization. Network with Business People in your community and around the world. Energize your Life and have Fun. Come out to a meeting at the RecPlex soon. Listen to an interview with Lions President Madden being aired on beachBOOSTERradio.com.

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Beach BOOSTER was proud to be a sponsor of the inaugural Wasaga Beach Short Film Festival and we look forward to the 2nd annual!

Snow arrived to add to the fun of Snowman Mania in February. Beach BOOSTER proudly presented DJ Chuckie B as MC,

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New and Upcoming Shows

Wee Dan’s HouseSteve Connor brings us 2 hours of great Celtic Rock, Folk and Roots music from around the world every Sunday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Grab a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy this musical start your Sunday!

The Way Wasaga WasJoe Bickerstaff has been writing stories of Wasaga Beach’s past in beach BOOSTER publication since it’s start. You can now hear The Way Wasaga Was throughout the week on Beach BOOSTER Radio. As always, Joe would like to hear from anyone with stories of Wasaga Beach’s past!

Eastern PassageCraig Miills introduces you to...or brings you back to...some of the best East Coast music around. Sit back and enjoy these down home sounds every Sunday morning from 11:00 a.m. until noon. What a way to enjoy your Sunday mornings!

Yesterday Once MoreCliff Lamb is an expert on the oldies that we all remember and love. Now on Beach BOOSTER Radio, Cliff plays the tunes from the 60's & through the decades with stories about the songs & the artists. Cliff’s “Top Ten” from a given point in the 70's will really get the memories racing back. Yesterday Once More, Fridays & Saturdays 8:00 p.m.

Business Under 40 Coming Soon! Business Under 40 was formed to provide networking and educational opportunities for young business people. The group will talk about events & new initiatives. Days & times to be determined. For more details check out our Facebook page or email us at [email protected]

Sports Report Wasaga Beach resident Doug Adams, Sports Director for Beach BOOSTER reports on all local hockey. The weekly show will have your local WBMHL scores including the popular "Feature Game of the Week". Stay up to date with local Junior hockey action! Mondays 3, 6, 9 pm & midnight. Tuesdays 7:30 & 10:30 am & 3, 6, 9 pm & midnight. Contact Doug: [email protected]

Shelly's Sure Shots! Direct from the Sports Bar at Boston Pizza, Shelly will give us her picks for the weekend's NFL games and recap last weekend's games. She's not always right... but she's always a fan! Fridays every hour on the hour from 1:00 pm til 7:00 pm. Saturday 10:00 am, noon & 2:00 pm.

Dardanella Daze To help remember and recognize the glory days of our historic "Grand Old Lady of The Beach", The Dardanella, enjoy an hour of the Big Band music that was once heard over the sands of Wasaga Beach. We will feature all the greats like Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Duke Ellington & more! Wednesdays 8 pm & 10 pm, Sundays 7 pm & 10 pm

Beach Corner; Sponsored by The Wasaga Beach Short Film Festival Dianna Chycki will be exploring what's happening in town and telling us the inside story of festivals, concerts and events in and around The Beach. Beach Corner is also a regular feature in beach BOOSTER publication. Tuesdays & Thursdays: 5 pm & 7 pm. Contact [email protected]

The Beach Talks! Coming Soon! Bill and Joe host this lively & fun show, as they banter about all things Wasaga Beach. Topics are whatever comes to mind, as long as it’s local.Show's locations will move around town, so be prepared to join in the conversation. Days & times to be determined. Stay tuned for more info!

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