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LEWISPORTE

Lewisporte Memorial Public Library

The Summer Reading Program is for ages preschool - 15. This year's theme is Destination Jungle. Registration started June 29 at the library and will continue through the summer. There will be weekly prizes and a chance to win a Dell Netbook filled with 144 e-books.

The library hours are Tuesday 10-2 p.m. and 1:30-5 p.m., Wednesday 1:30-5 p.m. and 6:30-8:30 p.m., Thursday 1:30-5 p.m. and 6:30-8:30 p.m., Friday 10-12 p.m. and 1:30-5 p.m., Saturday 12-4 p.m. We are closed Sunday and Monday.

Found

Found on Main Street in Lewisporte a fishing vest and other fishing gear.

Found at the Lion's Club parking lot on May 29 a carry pouch with game cards.

If you have lost items such as these please contact the Lewisporte RCMP.

Notre Dame Skating Club Registration

There will be an open registration for junior, stage 5/6 and senior skaters until July 31. Please contact Kim at 535-0097 or Debbie at 535-0317 to arrange a time or for more information. Skating for these groups begins Aug. 30. Regular registration for all other skating programs will be posted in September. It is very important to register before July 31.

Craft and Bake Sale

Oct. 23 -Please reserve for the annual Craft and Bake sale sponsored by the Lewisporte Women's Institute. Tables are available for rent by calling Mabel Taylor at 535-0122, June Hunt at 535-2558, Joan Jacobs at 535-6538, Lorna Young at 535-8242 or Venissa Fancy at 535-2381.

TWILLINGATE

Canada Day Celebrations

July 1 - A Celebrate Canada Walk will be held in Twillingate on July 1. The walk is open to participants of all ages and will be going ahead rain or shine. People are encouraged to spread the word and get members of the community out for an afternoon of activity and fun. Participants are encouraged to dress in red and white in celebration of Canada Day. You can join the walk at 2 p.m. at JM Olds Collegiate or 2:30 p.m. at the Salvation Army in Twillingate. Following the walk there will be activities for all ages. So come out with your family and friends to celebrate Canada Day in a fun and healthy way!

CAMPBELLTON

Canada Day Celebrations

July 1 - Canada Day Celebations will start at 5 p.m. Fireworks will start at 10 p.m. Celebrations will take place at the Campbellton Community Centre. Come join in the festivities. Everyone welcome.

CARMANVILLE, FOGO,

LEWISPORTE AND TWILLINGATE

Checkpoints

Effective immediately and until July 31, 2010, the RCMP Detachments from Carmanville, Fogo, Lewisporte and Twillingate will continue to conduct checkpoints in their detachment areas as well as joint checkpoints. If you want to report an impaired driver call your nearest RCMP Detachment or call 1-800-709-RCMP. If possible provide the plate number and description of the vehicle and the identity of the driver.

GENERAL INTEREST

Camp GLOW - Firefighting Camp for Women

Applications for Camp GLOW 2010 are now being accepted. Camp dates are July 19-23 in St. John's and Aug. 9-13 in Stephenville. Camp GLOW is a unique, one of a kind camp that isn't offered anywhere else in Canada. The weeklong event provides a wonderful opportunity for women to experience what a career in firefighting would be like. The camp offers an amazing opportunity to experience firefighting, tests physical ability, and builds confidence through a demanding and exciting series of activities while having fun. The program is modeled after what real firefighters go through during training. All participants will have a chance to use real firefighting equipment under the supervision of active female firefighters. Exercises, classes and activities include introduction to the firefighter's personal protective equipment, use of tools and ladders, search and rescue and live fire training. Women must be 17 years of age or older to participate. This camp is a joint initiative between Women in Resource Development Corporation - Educational Resource Centre and the Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador. For more information call Mary at (709) 738-1138 or e-mail mclarke@wrdc.nf.ca or visit www.girlsintrades.com or www.mi.mun.ca/campglow

34th Annual Monte Carlo Charity Fundraising Event

Call for Applications

The Memorial University of Newfoundland Medical School Class of 2013 is now accepting applications for proceeds from Monte Carlo night, our annual charity fundraising event. Last year, we raised $57,000, which was shared among seven deserving charities in Newfoundland and Labrador. If your charity would like to apply for a portion of the proceeds from this years Monte Carlo night, please send us an application outlining the following: description of charity (50 words or less), history of charity, services/programs offered, population served, demonstrated need, contact information and charity registration number. To be eligible to apply for proceeds from Monte Carlo night, you must be a registered charitable organization, and must not have received money from Monte Carlo in the past five years. Applicants should note that, due to the high volume of applications received, applications not in compliance with the above guidelines will not be considered. Applications should be postmarked no later than July 2, 2010. If you require further information, please contact the Office of Student Affairs, Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University of Newfoundland, at (709) 777-6690, or e-mail the Charity Selection Committee at charityselection@munmed.ca. Completed applications should be sent to: Monte Carlo Charity Selection Committee, Office of Student Affairs, Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Health Sciences Centre, St. John's, NL A1B 3V6.

Know the Signs

Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and the leading cause of adult disability in Canada. There are over 900 strokes per year in Newfoundland and Labrador. Please learn the warning signs: Sudden weakness, vision problems, trouble speaking, headache or dizziness. If you or someone you know are having any of these signs, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately. Time is brain. For more information, contact (709) 753-8521 orwww.heartandstroke.ca

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