Edge Nov-16-09

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WEEK OF NOVEMBER 16, 2009 Commentary-

Small Change Makes Change Most of us save some money from time to time. How we go about doing that is the interesting thing. During the Great Depression my grandmother saved whatever she could in a fruit jar. Now I put savings in the bank but still have little bits socked away in odd containers at home. This is always small-time change. Pennies. Pin money. But the act of hanging on to it is compulsive. You never know when you might need it. It’s an ancient, defensive feeling that comes from deep in our bones. This need to horde capital isn’t a Western invention anymore than capitalism is a creation of the modern world. Capital, real tradable currency of some description, is what has glued the remnants of civilization together throughout human history. Cattle, shells, beads, coinage, currency; they have all financed trade at one time or another. It takes some capital, some grease, some dinero, some jack to make things happen. If you haven’t got it then you usually take your collateral, the accumulated value of the things you own, and go to the bank and borrow it.

Enjoy and Discover: Watercolour on Yupo Paper Workshop Tuesday November 17, 10 am to 4 pm Location: Hidden Treasures Studio and Gallery 544 Pottery Street Eastend Materials supplied $45 per person Bring a bag lunch Please pre-register by phoning Alice Hanlin 295-3775 or by email: [email protected]

But what if you haven’t got anything, nothing that the bank will value as collateral? I mean nothing at all. We all know that banks only lend when you don’t really need the money. Without access to credit you’re nobody, you’re nothing, you’re out of the game and, essentially, you don’t exist in the Industrial World. The same is true only more so in the Third World. The very, very poor barely seem human to us in the conditions of their day to day lives. Access to capital is beyond their lifetime dreams and yet loans on a tiny scale, a microfinance level, to impossibly poor individuals are almost always repaid. Repayment levels that banks never see here. Loan repayments of 97%+ happen because each borrower knows that that loan is the absolute last hope of ever seeing any independent capital again. There is no recourse whatsoever to even a small additional amount of money unless that loan is repaid. That capital provides the only chance for a stable life for their families. These people aren’t stupid; they know one golden opportunity when they see it. All they need is a little capital to make something happen. Amazingly, these people, most frequently women, are almost constantly saving small drips and drabs of money one way or another. A few pennies are salted away, a chicken is bought, or a goat or a pig. Eventually, a few women will pool their money to put it in a safer place, perhaps a three-way lock box. Like sharing a safety deposit box with a friend you trust. If a village is fortunate enough to eventually accumulate savings then they will want some better return on their funds. Generally, they form a credit union and make small loans to their members. Everyone supports the whole and everyone benefits. Small capital earned by making yoghurt or weaving cane chairs has grown to be enough to finance a tractor or a well or an education. Does this begin to sound vaguely familiar? In the end it’s always the same story with capital and it’s the same the same road to saving it. None of us are so very different, at least not when we’re poor. Capital and access to credit are big issues, big enough to distinguish the haves from the have-nots. That line of demarcation is only subtle to us because we live pretty comfortably on the right side of it now. Getting there is what it’s all about. JK

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Nature Conservancy of Canada & Nature Saskatchewan Landowner Appreciation Lunch Presentations: Conservation Myths Farm & Ranch Water Infrastructure Program Species At Risk In The Southwest Black-Footed Ferret Release in Grasslands National Park

CUT AND DRIED HAIR DESIGN Introducing Kameleon Interchangeable Sterling Silver Jewellery Designed just for YOU Open Nov. 17—19 and 24—26 9—6 pm Extended hours for Christmas Friday Nov. 27, 12 Noon—5 pm Saturday Nov. 28, 10 am—5 pm Gift certificates and gift wrapping available

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 Claydon, SK

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Presentations: 10:00 – 12:00 Lunch (provided): 12:30 Claydon Community Hall RSVP Leanne (NCC) @ 306 347-0447 ext. 225

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The Eastend Swimming Pool Board would like to extend recognition and a very special thank you to Julie Johnston. After 15 years as the Eastend Swimming Pool Board Accountant, Julie is resigning. She has donated many hours of her time to make sure that things ran as smoothly as they could at the pool. She has gone above and beyond the call of duty in every way to keep our pool open. Julie has been the rock of our Board. With great sincerity we will miss you. You have been wonderful to work with, and you will be missed by us all. Thank You. Penny Arendt Pool Board President

Poets speak the truth By the expert brush they wield On truthful mornings fg The Eastend Edge is a proud supporter of our community and is distributed across North America. Editor Jeanne Kaufman Box 312, Eastend, Saskatchewan S0N 0T0 (306) 295-4097 Fax: (306) 295-3205

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If you have money, you are wise and goodlooking and can sing well, too. Yiddish Wisdom

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Madhatter’s Flowers and Gifts

The Ulimate Puzzle Challenge

COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS

Putting Fossils Back Together

Eastend Arts Council—Nov. 2nd Eastend Rink Complex—Nov. 4th (7:30) Kinsmen—Nov. 5th & 19th Historical Museum— Jan 12, 2010 K-40—Nov. 4th CWL—Nov. 4th Friends of the Museum & T-Rex Discovery Centre—Nov. 9th Kinettes—Nov. 12th RM of White Valley—Nov. 12th TOWN COUNCIL— Dec. 9th Clay Centre Comm Club—Nov. 17th School Comm Council—Nov. 17th CHAMBER—Nov. 18th Fire Dept. — Nov 10th & 24th Red Hat’s R’Belles — Nov. 25th TOPS MEET - Health Centre Quiet Room, Thursdays @ 5:00 p.m. AA—Monday’s @ 8:00p.m. at Henry’s Place BINGO—Mondays at 7:00 in the Rink! Alanon– Health Centre Quiet Room, Tuesdays .

Volunteers Needed in the lab and Great gift ideas for guys and gals Young and Old Watch this space for weekly specials and events from now till Christmas

administration for the Royal Saskatchewan Museum Fossil Research Station @ the T-Rex Discovery Centre Call 295-4703 for further information

Only 6 weeks till Christmas Great selection of jewellery—necklace sets, earrings, watches, bracelets Buy one piece, get the second of equal of or lesser value at 1/2 price Leaning Tree Christmas cards $9.90 for box of 10 Open Mon—Fri 8:30 am—6:00 pm Sat. 9:00 am—6:00 pm

Thanks for Your Help The Eastend Swimming Pool Board would like to thank Laurel Schuett for her donation, and for running the bar with help from the Kinette’s at the Eastend Swimming Pool Halloween Splash. To all the board members who did their part to make our dance a success. Many thanks.

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YOGA WORKSHOPS Thursday November 19, 2009 6 PM – 9 PM Breathing Life into Your Body – Level 1 – 3 hour workshop – 40.00 Learn the powerful nature of the breath and how to integrate various practices into your daily life to help control and reduce stress, and to assist in creating mental balance. This workshop will also introduce you to ways to control your energy by controlling your breath. This is the first in a 4-level program. Level 1 is a prerequisite for all other levels. Thursday November 26, 2009 6 PM – 9 PM Meditation Workshop - Level 1 – 3 hour workshop – 40.00 This is a progressive and active mediation program suitable for everyone. You will be introduced to a wide variety of meditation techniques based on time-proven Eastern wisdom, Western stress management skills, and scientific research. *Prerequisite – Breathing Life into Yoga Body – Level 1 *This is the first in a 4-level program. Level 1 is a prerequisite for all other levels.

NOVEMBER DATES FOR PHYSICIAN CLINICS IN EASTEN WEDNESDAY, NOV. 18—DR. GOVENDER (BOOKED UP) To book an appointment Phone 295-4184 Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

For Sale 2000 Chevy Impala 180,000 kms, Good Condition Call Glen Herrick 295-3780

Shannon’s Closet For Kids Only!!

Space is limited, so please register early.

From Nov. 16—21 kids can save 20% off all purchases at Shannon’s Closet

Phone – 295-3593 Email – [email protected]

Some restrictions apply. See in store for details.

Roger Mirka, CFC, CFP,

Commercial Food History

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Aunt Jemima pancake flour, invented in 1889, was the first ready-mix food to be sold commercially

Nabisco's "Oreo's" are the world's best-selling brand of cookie at a rate of 6 billion sold each year. The first Oreo was sold in 1912.

Legends Hair and Nail Salon

Sliced bread was introduced under the Wonder Bread label in 1930

Now accepting new Clientele

Chop-suey does not come from China. It was created by Chinese immigrants in California.

A newspaper is a device unable to discriminate between a bicycle accident and the collapse of civilization. George Bernard Shaw

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California's Frank Epperson invented the Popsicle in 1905 when he was 11-years-old.

To determine the percentage of alcohol in a bottle of liquor divide the proof by two.

RBC Dominion Securities Inc.* and Royal Bank of Canada are separate corporate entities which are affiliated. *Member CIPF. ®Registered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada. Used under licence. RBC Dominion Securities is a registered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada. Used under licence.

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Hair cuts, colours, perms, foils, waxing, manicures, pedicures, gel nail extensions Owner/Operator Deanna Barton 12 years experience in Cosmetology By appointment only 295-4091

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Shannon’s Closet

Jack’s Café

To help with your Christmas shopping, beginning November 16th Shannon’s Closet will be open

Reserve space for your Christmas party now.

Monday—Friday 12:30 to 6:00 pm Saturday 10:00—5:00 pm

The available dates fill up quickly. Call 295-3313 to book that important reservation.

Position Available Permanent .50 Custodian Eastend School Competition #724, Still Open

Advertise in the Edge Rates for the remainder of 2009: all ads $12 flat

TO BE MOVED 1976 Knight Schmidt Trailer 22 x 56 Open concept 3 bedrooms/ 2 full bathrooms Central air/woodstove/new hot water heater Call for price 295-3855

Start date: Open Desired Qualifications: • Grade X minimum • Willingness to secure Fireman’s designation • Ability to deal tactfully and cooperatively with public, students, staff • Good mechanical ability with strong capabilities in troubleshooting • Strong background and knowledge of safe workplace practices • Proficient in use of all hand tools and equipment • Good physical condition Duties: • Assisting the Facility Operator at the school • Daily cleaning before and after school • Special cleaning during school breaks • Minor repairs/maintenance • Yard work Successful applicants must agree to criminal records check. For further information, please call Dee Dean, Principal, Eastend School 306-295-3601 or Human Resources 1-877-321-9200. Application (indicating competition #724) with THREE references should be submitted to: Department of Human Resources Chinook School Division Box 1809 Swift Current, SK S9H 4J8 Fax: (306)773-8011 Email: [email protected]

COMBATTING THE FLU With H1N1 virus wreaking havoc and this year’s flu season in the offing, you might want to explore homeopathy. The many remedies of this alternative health care system are safe and have no nasty side effects. For the regular flu, you might want to keep Boiron’s OSCILLOCOCCINUM or Homecan’s FLU BUSTER on hand (to be taken at first showing of symptoms), for weakness after the worst symptoms are gone, CARBO VEGETALIS 12C (1-2 time per day) is generally recommended. For more detailed advice, it is best to consult a homeopath. H1N1 should ideally be caught in the early stages, and ARSENICUM SF COMPLEX 10X-30X-100X has proven very effective. It can also be used as a preventive (taken once a week) until flu season is over. Many health food stores keep homeopathic remedies in stock or would be pleased to order them from the manufacturer, including Swift Current’s Nature Nook, 1-306-773-1266 or Saskatoon’s Herbs and Health, 1-306-6641070 BF

Change is what happens when you think you’re really not doing very much. Box 312, Eastend, Saskatchewan S0N 0T0 (306) 295-4097 Fax: (306) 295-3205

Fowl Supper Thank You Get your watusi down to the

Cypress Saloon for an evening of be-bop, hop and fun. Friday, November 20

Eastend Memorial Hall Board would like to send a special thank you to the Hall Board Ladies, high school kids, volunteers and all those who provided and cooked the food for the Fowl Supper last week. It’s a lot of work and effort but it contributed greatly to the Supper being, once again, a great success. Many Thanks

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Small Change, Big Results There’s a group of friends in Eastend who have know each other for over 30 years. Seven couples shared coffee, played cards, visited and all had families. All are now over 65. They stayed close over the years even as changes inevitably took place. Some of those loved friends were lost or moved away. Still the friendships survived. Yearly occasions were marked with cards and gifts, the giving continued long beyond any real need for more tangible remembrances. At some point it became a little uncomfortable and someone suggested that in the future all those little sums that went for token gifts should be pooled and put aside until something valuable could be decided to be done by the group as a whole. What could a small group like that accomplish with their little savings? Well, as it turns out, quite a lot. The money in the jar has financed scrabble boards for the Health Centre, as well as roaster ovens and slow cookers that are now used constantly at the Eastend Memorial Hall and the Skating Rink. A pizza oven also appeared at the Rink. The current plan is to buy chairs for the Eastend Swimming Pool. Piece by piece these small sums keep giving and the satisfaction returns in continuous repayment. The love this group has for their community is tangible. Lucky us. JK Quick Facts

Famous Quotes Working with Cher is like being in a blender with an alligator Peter Bogdanovich

"We all get heavier as we get older because there's a lot more information in our heads."

Coffee Bean Aroma The full chemical name for caffeine is 1,3,7trimethylxanthine and its chemical formula is C8H10N4O2. When coffee is roasted, and when the coffee beans begin to cool, they release about 700 chemical substances that make up the vaporizing aromas Email:[email protected] Ad drop off at 317 Clay St.

Vlade Divac, NBA basketball player

On the plains of hesitation Lie the bleached bones of those Who sat down to wait, And while they waited, They died.

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DANCE CRAZES

Recipe of the Week

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Barley Stew with Leeks, Mushrooms and Greens Rustic and delicious. Main course, hearty meatless stew. Serves 6 Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 1 1/2 cups chopped leeks (about 2 small stalks; white and pale green parts only) 1 8-ounce container sliced crimini (baby bella) mushrooms 2 garlic cloves, pressed 2 1/4 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice 1 cup pearl barley 4 cups (or more) vegetable broth 1 bunch kale (about 8 ounces), trimmed, center stalks removed, leaves coarsely chopped (about 8 cups packed) Preparation -

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This Week in History 1532 - Pizarro seizes Incan emperor Atahualpa 1883 - Standard time zones established by railroads in US Canada 1869 - Suez Canal opens and 1913 - Panama Canal opens 1906 - Intl Radio Telegraphic Convention adopts "SOS" as new call for help 1928 - Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse debuts in NY in "Steamboat Willie" 1947 - Britain's Princess Elizabeth marries Duke Philip Mountbatten 1953 - 1st airplane to exceed 1300 mph - Scott Crossfield 1959 - Ford cancels Edsel 1963 - JFK assassinated in Dallas 1968 - Beatles release "The Beatles" their only double album 1980 - Who Shot JR episode of Dallas

Black Holes

Atlatl This spear-thrower is a tool that uses leverage to achieve greater velocity in dart-throwing, and includes a bearing surface which allows the user to temporarily store energy during the throw. It consists of a shaft with a cup or a spur, which may be integrated into the weapon or made separately and attached, in which the butt of the projectile, properly called a dart, rests. It is held near the end farthest from the cup, and the dart is thrown by the action of the upper arm and wrist. An atlatl can readily achieve ranges of greater than 100 meters and speeds of over 150 km/h.

Facts about Canada Many inventions including basketball, the electric light bulb, the electric range, the electron microscope, the telephone, standard time, the television, and the zipper, and the first snowmobile were invented in Canada

"Those who survived the San Francisco earthquake said, "Thank God, I'm still alive." But, of course, those who died, their lives will never be the same again." Senator Barbara Boxer Box 312, Eastend, Saskatchewan S0N 0T0 (306) 295-4097 Fax: (306) 295-3205

Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add leeks; sprinkle with salt and pepper and sauté until leeks begin to soften, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms, garlic, and rosemary; increase heat to medium-high and sauté until mushrooms soften and begin to brown, stirring often, about 7 minutes. Add tomatoes with juice; stir 1 minute. Add barley and 4 cups broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until barley is almost tender, about 20 minutes. Add kale; stir until wilted, about 1 minute. Cover and simmer until kale and barley are tender, adding more broth by 1/4 cupfuls as needed for desired stew consistency, about 10 minutes.

When a star ten times more massive than our own Sun explodes (Supernova) it leaves behind the strangest phenomenon in the Universe. The Black Hole. After the explosion what is left behind is a heavy core of subatomic particles, a Neutron Star. It can be very small, but with enormous density. Scientists calculated that approximately one teaspoon of Neutron Star would weight around billions of tons. The gravitational pressure of this highly dense object is so large that it can bend fabric of time and space. This theory is based on Einstein's proposition that space and time are woven together in a flexible fabric. Massive objects like the Sun warp the fabric of space and time and pull smaller objects like the Earth. A very large Neutron Star can warp time and space fabric so much that it can create a hole where gravity is so strong that not even light could escape. Black Holes are pulling everything around them closer to the center of the hole. In some sense Black Holes are creators of the galaxies since they are pulling planets and stars towards the spiral center. Each galaxy has a Black Hole and occasionally galaxies collide together because of the gravitational pull from the larger Black Holes. It is expected that in 5 billion years Andromeda galaxy will collide with our Milky Way

The Eastend Edge is a proud supporter of our community and is distributed across North America. Editor: Jeanne Kaufman Email:[email protected] Ad drop off at 317 Clay St.

Astronomy on the Edge VY Canis Majoris is the largest star known to man. It is a red Hypergiant, located in the Milky Way and measuring between 1800 to 2100 solar radii. One Radius is equal to the current radius of the Sun and it is approximately 432,450 miles (695,500 kilometers). VY Canis Majoris is so large that if our Sun were replaced by it, its surface would extend to (or maybe even pass) the orbit of Saturn. In Earth terms it would take 70 000 000 000 000 000 (70 quadrillion) Earths to fill up the VY Canis Majoris.

Who Would Have Known? Rubber bands last longer when refrigerated. Peanuts are one of the ingredients in dynamite. Almonds are a member of the peach family. Clocks made before 1660 had only one hand an hour hand. Bats always turn left when exiting a cave .

Did you know

The world's strongest current is found in the Nakwakto Rapids at Slingsby Channel, British Columbia. The current has been measured at speeds up to 18.4 miles per hour.

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