March 2012
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Lions Club Meeting Notice Thu 15 Mar 2010 →
Special Guest: DG Lion Sharon West
Upcoming events: * Diamond Willow Park Equipment Install * Apr 2012 Community Food Drive (23-28 Apr) * May 2012 Chamber of Magrath Tradeshow (4-5 May) * Jul 2012 Town Celebration (26-28 Jul) Meeting Schedule (upcoming/planned) * 7pm Thu 12 Apr 2012 * 7pm Wed 9 May 2012 * 7pm Wed 13 Jun 2012
Chamber Meeting Notice Tue 13 Mar 2012 7:25am...
Date: Mon, Mar 12, 2012 at 1:19 PM
Subject: Chamber Meeting Notice Tue 13 Mar 2012 7:25am Roosters
To: All + Chamber Members
Meeting Notice Tue 13 Mar 2012 7:25am
Roosters
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Reminder - Early Morning Chamber Meeting Tue 13 Mar 2012 at 7:25 AM at
Roosters!
If you can make it out to our meeting that would be great!
- Trade Show 2 .. We are busy preparing for...
Canada Get Your Business Online see: magrath-ab.ca
I read this on the net the other day and said, hmm I wonder if it works: “Websites are now free for all Canadian businesses. If you’re a business owner without a website, you probably have a good reason for it. Maybe you thought it was too expensive or took too much time? Maybe you were overwhelmed by the technology and didn’t know where to start? Canada Get Your Business Online is a new...
February 2012
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Lost on the Net ..
Source: http://ssdirect.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=84:lost-on-the-net-&catid=18:internet&Itemid=33
I can’t settle on a favorite platform to post my insights on. I like Joomla but all my Joomla websites enjoy the almost exact look and feel. OK for ‘my’ sites, but not everyone wants to look just like me (he he). I am also testing out tumblr...
November 2011
6 posts
ReverendFun.com : Cartoon for Sep 3, 2001: "Too... →
Joke number 1251 at the pharmacy ..
Kermit Interview with George S on CBC →
Kermit tells all .. who wouldn’t have loved him as Yoda?
Magrath Chamber: Citizen, Youth, and Business of... →
Watch for Nomination Booths at Hometown Christmas 1 Dec 2011 The Magrath Chamber of Commerce will be reserving Nomination Booths for Citizen of the Year, Youth of the Year, and Business of the Year at the upcoming 6th annual Hometown …
Magrath Hometown Christmas 2011 →
.. our 6th annual Hometown Christmas late night shopping event is coming soon. Please remember Thu 1 Dec 2011 from 6-9pm all up and down main street in Magrath. Merry Christmas!
LDS Church News Oct 15 Accidents →
Nice article on the tragic accident of last month ..
Friday Night Football →
Macleans Magazine did a 3 page spread on our kids playing football here in Southern Alberta. Cool eh.
October 2011
7 posts
Magrath Students Killed in Car Crash Oct 2011
Funeral arrangements for our four Magrath School students are as follows:
Clay Card’s funeral will be held on Thursday, October 20th at 2:00 pm in the Magrath LDS Stake Center (brown LDS church). School will be dismissed at noon that day. Friends may meet with the family on Wednesday evening, October 19th from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, also at the Magrath LDS Stake Center.
Danae...
Chamber Thu 20 Oct 2011 7:30am General Meeting →
Modern Technology Triumphs in 1896! →
I think I prefer the original ..
Blogtor Who - River Song - Her Story →
Spoilers .. but a very interesting overview of past seasons ..
Magrath Lions - Appeal Letter to AGLC →
spent all night drafting this lovely letter - hurrah for government red tape .. not.
Artificial Photosynthesizers Render Plants... →
Sign me up .. is it cheaper to buy and plant an apple tree or just buy a robot solar powered bush?
Sound not working .. or is it just me?
Called in to fix a problem with a nice customer who ‘has tried everything to get the sound to work”. The volume was just muted in Windows. Showed how to correct that in first minute. Oops, is there anything else to fix? Well she had a long list of confusions, but mostly just needed to learn how to work the computer and/or windows itself.
How can such a user expect to safely navigate...
September 2011
3 posts
cci wireless - a new option for our area .. coming...
http://cciwireless.ca rep came by the Pharmacy last week to sell us on the option of a wireless internet. Apparently they are building new towers in Cardston and Magrath areas now. A bit more than the traditional providers, but available to many more who are just outside the reach of those providers. Is this something you may use?
Cable Companies' A La Carte Plan Seems Like a... →
My 80 year old mother-in-law is considering switch from rabbit ears to cable or satellite (on her TV, eh). What is the best deal that she will be able to actually use? Stay tuned - we have choices: Shaw, Telus, Bell .. what will she end up with? I suggested she start with a month to month option for now till she decides. Signing up for a 3 year TV subscription plan is like buying into a 40 year...
The New Kindles: Which to Choose? →
Nothing available .. yet - but I love my Kindle 3 and the Kindle Fire looks promising at a very reasonable price .. need to get my hands on one to test (and play with).
July 2011
20 posts
Mormon missionaries in D.C. →
Watch the video! Elder Gregg Karren is from Magrath .. just back from his mission this past few weeks .. Yay our team.
Night School?
A nice gentleman said he though I was in night school and how was I doing. Don’t know where that idea came from. I replied that there was little need to go to knight school, I didn’t look good in shining armor (clashes with my forehead) and I have no horse to ride. Hehe
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
So there is a thunderstorm watch alert for tonight .. so .. what could you do about it .. other than watch it. All my surge protectors got a working out last week already, with power on an off 4 times on Monday alone. So far everything is still limping along. What would be nice is a house-wide UPS .. how much would that cost?
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Summer Soccer Camp Aug 8-12 in Raymond
Challenger Sports Summer Soccer Camp
Raymond Pitch Aug 8th-12th, 2011
11:00-12:00 First Kicks Ages 3-4 $80 9:00-10:30 Mini Soccer Ages 4-6 $94 9:00-12:00 Player Development Ages 6-19 $124 1:00-4:00 Player Development Ages 6-19 $124 9:00-4:00 Full Day Advanced Ages 6-19 $174
Register online: www.challengersports.com or in person to: Tessa Wilde at 217 N 200 E Raymond, AB or by mail:...
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Family Emergency Planning
Are you ready for an emergency? Job loss, fire or flood, power outages? Individuals and Families are encouraged to prepare a simple emergency plan. Items to consider may include:
Three-month supply of food that is part of your normal daily diet.
Drinking water.
Financial reserves.
Longer-term supply of basic food items.
Medication and first aid supplies.
Clothing and bedding.
Important...
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Category 5 Technology TV
I like to watch Robbie Ferguson and friends answering online computer questions live each week at http://www.category5.tv/. He addresses any computer question, but often the questions focus on linux and open source options. I find it very informative.
If you are able, catch the live show each Tue at 5pm MST. Otherwise you can just watch at the website, on youtube, on miro, or itunes, or .. oh so...
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Dotto Tech Radio Show
I like to listen in on Steve talking up all things tech .. at
Dotto Tech
A weekly radio show about all things technology related.
Live - Wednesdays at 6:00pm PST CISL650AM In Vancouver Streaming at http://dottotech.com On Demand
HP7 part 2 tonight? →
My wife made me buy tickets for her to the big finale tonight. She likes to go to the opening nights, for some reason. I opted for the regular version vs the 3D .. how magical is that?
There were only 12 theater options that day .. however will we all get to see it?
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Town of Magrath 'Make Yourself at Home'...
Don’t miss the Town of Magrath Parade at 11am (or 10am if you want to be in the parade). However, there are events going on all day Saturday as well!
This information from the Town of Magrath newsletter:
8 a.m. - Annual Fun Run, Walk & Bike begins at the ATB Financial. Entry fee of $10 will give you a shirt, refreshments, and prizes. To guarantee that you get a T-shirt please register...
Town of Magrath Air Band Contest & Teen Dance Fri...
This year you and all your friends are the stars! As part of the Town of Magrath ‘Make yourself at Home’ Celebrations an Air Band Contest & Teen Dance will be held at the school auditorium. Doors open at 8:30pm and there will be live music & good food and big prizes! Should be fun for all. For more information please contact Carol Jensen at: (403) 758-3000
Magrath Days Pancake Breakfast
In past years the ATB breakfast was held on Fri morning and the Magrath Lions Club held a second one on Sat morning during the Town Celebrations. This year, the ATB breakfast will be held ONLY on the FRIDAY morning 22 Jul 2011 from 8 to 10 am just behind the ATB branch on main street Magrath (across from the post office). There is no Sat morning breakfast.
It will be a busy place there, so plan...
5 pm – Alston Park Dedication
On Friday 21 Jul 2011 at 5pm at the LDS Garden Place Chapel (the white church) a dedication ceremony will be held for the Alston Scout Park, which has been developed just around the corner from the church. The park features a quiet walkway, shelter, and many evergreen trees and green space. It is a lovely addition to main street Magrath and has been worked on by the Alston Family (esp Bill Alston)...
Magrath Celebration Softball
Magrath Celebration Softball – A tradition at the Town of Magrath Celebration is to participate or just come watch and cheer the Family/Community softball tournament teams. The games run at diamonds all around town on Thu 21 Jul & Fri 22 Jul at 6 & 7 p.m and on Sat 23 Jul games run throughout day with the big championship game at 5 p.m. To enter your own team/family just register by 14...
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Family Fun Night and Bull Riding 22 Jul 2011 →
At the Magrath Agriplex Fri 22 Jul 2011. Kids Carnival, Horse Show, Craft Show, Mutton Busting, Human Chuckwagon races, Businessman’s Calf Dressing, Chicken Scramble, Greased Pig AND Professional Bull Riding. Admission is $5 for Adults 18+, $2 for Kids 12-18, Under 12’s are free, Family rate is $20.
A fun event for all the family. See you there! I think I am scheduled to participate...
Magrath Museum on the Web
Although the main webpage is located at magrathmuseum.ca you can also find information on the town museum at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Magrath-Museum/146547325418743 and on http://twitter.com/magrathmuseum .. who knew.
Remember, the news of today is the history of tommorrow. What is your story? Stop on by and visit the museum. Admission is free and new exhibits are being developed all the...
Tree Planting Campaign
Anyone can plant a tree and many people do. But Lions campaign to plant one million trees this year serves a purpose beyond beautifying our communities. Trees cleanse and renew the Earth’s atmosphere. There is little a single individual can do that does more to protect the environment than planting trees. Healthy, thriving trees will remind our neighbors for years to come of Lions...
Magrath Chamber of Commerce Silent Auction
Join us at the ATB Foyer July 18-22 and at the Magrath School Auditorium Jul 23 during the Magrath Days Celebration! Silent Auction items can be bid on up to 7pm on the 23rd. See you there!
Donation Request Letter follows:
June 23, 2011
Dear Sir;
Magrath is in the process of expanding their existing trails for a number of reasons. Over the past year, the people of Magrath have experienced...
June 2011
7 posts
Ham Radio Display & Demo Sat 25 Jun 2011
Come see the emergency ham radio display and demonstrations at the Magrath Fishpond this Saturday 25 Jun 2011. Contact Monte Thomson for more details.
Quilt Display: 'Make Yourself at Home'
Town Celebration 2011 Event; Quilt Display at Magrath Elementary School - Sat Jul 23, 2011 12-8pm Beautiful Quilts and more from local Magrath artists.
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Magrath Days 21-23 Jul 2011
MAGRATH DAYS On July 21 — 23 we are celebrating Magrath Days. Our theme is “Magrath — Make Yourself at Home” invites all to be a part of the celebration. Sign up for some of our events listed below.
EVENTS
“Make Yourself at Home” Quilt Display. If you have a homemade quilt of your own, or maybe your grandma’s, include it in the Saturday display at the elementary school cafeteria. For info. call...
TENNIS CAMP 11 Jul 2011
The Lethbridge Tennis Club is offering a week long summer tennis camp in Magrath for children aged 5-8 starting Iuly 11th. Kids will learn the basics of tennis through games, drills and activities. No experience or racquets are required. The cost will be $75 for the week. Class size is limited to 10. Please contact Keith at the Arena on 403 758 3732 to register your child or for more...
Magrath Mosquito Spraying Nights
The Town of Magrath will begin this year’s mosquito spraying program on Thursday, June 23, 2011. Future proposed spraying nights are: June 30 July 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 28 August 4, 11, 18, and 25 .. All dates are weather permitting and will be done in the late evening. If you have any further questions please feel free to contact the Town Office during business hours.
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Magrath Triathlon Sat 16 Jul 2011
The 8th annual Magrath Triathlon takes place on Saturday, July 16, 2011. Participation in this open water event will earn you “I Swam the Dam” bragging rights as the course opens with a St. Mary Reservoir swim, and continues with a bike and run that wind through the prairie landscape of the community of Magrath, Alberta. see www.trimagrath.com
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Raymond Triathlon Jul 30 2011
Raymond Chiropractic Triathlon July 30 - Cruise the Course - Ride the Ridge - Kids * Super Sprint * Sprint * Olympic - register online at www.RaymondTri.com or in person at Raymond Chiropractic. Start Training now! Special thank you to ATB Financial.
May 2011
2 posts
“As I get older my memory gets worse. I’m always searching for words that elude...”
– Jack Marshall at http://www.funforlesstours.com/newsletter/60/2011-05-25/this-i-will-never-forget
magrathmuseum.ca →
Starting a new Magrath Museum website at magrathmuseum.ca, with new links to twitter.com/magrathmuseum and a new youtube channel at youtube.com/user/magrathmuseum
April 2011
8 posts
Westwind Soccer 2011 →
Have updated the westwindsoccer.com website with new schedules and contact lists. Cool, eh.