the Dutch Touch

t h e D u t c h To u c h
DUTCH CANADIAN CLUB (EDMONTON)
October 2013
13312 142 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 4T1
Phone: 780 452 2861
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CARD MAKING
September 28, 2013
October 5, 19 & 26, 2013
KLAVERJAS TOURNAMENT
October 20, 2013
DUTCH LANGUAGE
CLASSES
September 19 - November 7,
2013
MAGNUS MARTENSSON
November 2, 2013
SCANDINAVIAN
CHRISTMAS MARKET
November 10, 2013
CHILDREN’S SINTERKLAAS
PARTY
December 1, 2013
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY
December 31, 2013
... and
Happy
Halloween
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October 2013
AB O U T TH E DU TC H T O U C H
Index
MEMBERSHIP DUES
Our membership fees are per
calendar year: January - December
at the following rates:
The Dutch Touch is a publication for the
Dutch Canadian Club (Edmonton)
13312 - 142 St. NW,
Edmonton, AB T5L 4T3
Clubroom phone: 780-452-2861
Ten monthly issues are published
(from September to June)
Family (with children under 18)
Senior Family ! !
Single! !
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Senior Single!
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Student ! !
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$70.00
$60.00
$40.00
$35.00
$25.00
Please send your membership
application or renewal with your name,
address, phone number and email
address to:
Please submit your articles and news by the
20th of the month if you want them to appear
in the next issue.
Drop them off at the Club or mail them to the
above address.
Dutch Canadian Centre
attn: Membership
13312 - 142 St NW
Edmonton, AB T5L 4T3
You may also contact
Jenny Smits - 780-473-0905
[email protected]
Lisa Putters - 780-466-5756
[email protected]
ADVERTISING
For any changes and additions or
deletions in your monthly ads, please
contact
Lisa Putters - 780-466-5756
email: [email protected]
Visit our website at:
http://www.dutchcanadiancentre.com
and “Like” us on Facebook for some
of the latest news.
The Dutch Touch is also available
online on our website.
Go to www.dutchcanadiancentre.com
and click on DCC Activities, then on Current
Events.
You can have The Dutch Touch delivered to
your email address in PDF format by
contacting Lisa Putters with the email
address you want it sent to.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
We welcome letters from our
members regarding Club
matters and concerns.
Letters will be edited for
grammatical errors and will be
forwarded for comments to the
appropriate departments.
Anonymous letters will not be
considered for publication.
Please send them to the above
address or to Jenny Smits:
[email protected]
ADVERTISING RATES
(per issue)
1/8 page - $8.75 + GST
1/4 page - $17.50 + GST
1/2 page - $35.00 + GST
1 full page - $70.00 + GST
MEMBERS PAGE INFORMATION
Members of the Dutch Canadian Club
can place their personal
announcements and classified ads on
the Members’ Page free of charge. We
need your ad by the 20th of the month if
you want your ad published in the next
issue. If you have something for sale or
are trying to find something
or someone or if you have
something to celebrate or
share with our members you
may use the Members’ Page
to advertise at no cost to
you.
Contact:
Jenny Smits - 780-473-0905
- [email protected]
Lisa Putters - 780-466-5756
- [email protected]
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Bar U Ranch
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Bustrip 2014
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Calendar
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Card Making Club
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Contact info
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DCC Auxiliary News
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DCC Board news
3
Dutch Language Class
11
Editorial
3
Embassy News
15
History of Hotel
16
Regulations
Klaverjas Club
4
Members Page
10
Music, Laughter & Wine
14
Nederlandstalige Top 10
13
Netherlands news
19
Quinoa
18
Sewing & Craft Circle
8
Stitch N Rip Club
4
Toddler Tunes Time
11
Volunteers
10
Wilem de Brave
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Windmills
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Upcoming events
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EDIT ORIAL
October 2013
Dear readers:
This time of the year I love to go outside and admire the
beautiful fall colors. If you go for a ride in the country you can
see the harvesters and combines working hard to bring in the
crops. On a much smaller scale we harvest our fruits and
vegetables from our garden and get everything ready for winter
again.
Aris and I made a nice trip this September. We went to Waterton
Park in Southern Alberta and found it to be a great destination
for a bustrip. The weather was great and because of the
abundant crop of berries we saw quite a few bears.
All activities at the Dutch Canadian Centre are in full swing again
and it is nice to see everyone back. There are many things going
on during the week, and although there are not many special events coming up in the next few months, the
regular clubs are going strong. There are some events organized by Scandinavian groups, that you might
like to attend: on Saturday, Nov 2 Swedish born comedian/pianist Magnus Martensson will be performing at
the Dutch Canadian Centre (more information on page 14) and the very popular Scandinavian Christmas
Market will be held on November 10 this year.
We wish you and your families and friends a Happy Thanksgiving.
Jenny Smits - 780-473-0905 - [email protected]
N E WS F ROM T HE BOARD
There will be an increase of membership fees, for the calendar year January – December 2014 (this is due
to increase costs of DCC building insurance, Building maintenance, utilities, printing of the Dutch Touch and
postage and the list goes on).
Family (with children under 18)!
$70.00. up from $60.00
Senior Family !!
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$60.00. up from $50.00
Single! !
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$40.00. up from $35.00
Senior Single! !
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$35.00.up from $30.00
Student.!
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$25.00. up from $20.00
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A compliment to Jenny and Lisa for the new look of the Dutch Touch, it looks great.
Truus de Visser - 780-434-4133 - [email protected] N E WS F ROM T HE CLUBS
CARD MAKING CLUB
We had a very good time on September 14. We had lunch with all the volunteers from the garage sale and
we had plenty of food. Thank you Pat for your help, it was great.
Our next card making days are September 28, October 5, 19 and 26. Hope to see you all there.
Ria Bok -780-472-2725 - [email protected]
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N E WS F ROM T HE CLUBS
DCC AUXILIARY
A big thank you goes to John de Vos, for having been a member of the DCC Auxiliary.
It is the DCC Auxiliary’s pleasure to welcome five new members: Pauline Commandeur, Ria Bok, Rina
Brand, Vicky van der Kley and Judy Boekholt
Due to schedule mix-up, the Children’s St. Nick party is now booked for DECEMBER 1ST, 2013, instead of
December 8th as previously announced in the Dutch Touch.
For registration of children aged 0 – 10, please contact Erica van Leeuwen at (780) 459-5367. Deadline for
registering is November 14th, 2013 (NO LATE REGISTRATIONS ACCEPTED)
Fees per Child:
• $ 15.00 for members,
• $ 20.00 for non-members.
A big thank you to all volunteers, who helped out at the September 14th garage sale and to everyone who
donated items. We had a profit of close to $ 400.00. Proceeds will go towards the children’s St. Nick party.
Truus de Visser - 780-434-4133 - [email protected]
KLAVERJAS CLUB & KLAVERJAS TOURNAMENT
Our next Tournament will be held on Sunday October 20, starting at 1:30 pm.
Everyone welcome!
The winners from the last tournament are:
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1st Erica van Leeuwen
2nd Piet van Papeveld
3rd Piet van Leeuwen
Pieter Van Leeuwen - 780-453-5367 - [email protected]
STITCH ‘N RIP CLUB
October already, time is going too fast for me.
Thank you Hillie for the yarn.
Some of us are busy making toys, which is lots of fun to do, but why do we never
like our own results? Something to think about.
It was nice to see you all back again and with lots of ideas. That always helps.
If anyone can donate some buttons, at least 4 of the same if possible we’d like to
hear from you.
I hope you all are enjoying the nice weather! See you on Mondays from 12 till 3 pm and please bring your
own lunch.
Edith Van Leeuwen - 780-489-8404 - [email protected]
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“Quality is found in handcraftmanship, it can never
be duplicated by means of mass production”
At Old to New Cabinets & Woodworking we offer our clients complete home renovations. We specialize in custom
cabinetry and offer all services from flooring to framing. Our dedicated Craftsmen will work hard to create cabinetry that
fits your unique style and budget without sacrificing on quality. We work with any space to provide you with cabinet
solutions that are not only pleasing to the eye but fully functioning as well. We are a custom cabinet shop so we make
every inch and every corner work for you. Old to New is your one stop home renovation solution!
Call us at 780-416-5551 to book your free in home appointment. Or visit us online at
www.oldtonewcabinets.com
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780-431-5600
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Open: Monday, Wednesday,
Friday from 10:00 am to 3:00
pm. Closed on Tuesdays and
Thursdays and all Dutch and
Canadian Holidays.
Appointment only.
Address:
2nd floor of the Bonnie Doon
Shopping Center,
Suite 257, 8330-82 Avenue
Edmonton AB, T6C 0Y6.
Phone 780-428-7513
Fax: 780-424-2053
email:
[email protected]
N E WS F ROM T HE CLUBS
THE WINDMILLS
Have you ever thought to yourself you could get so much more
accomplished if only there were a few more hours in the day? Well,
you’re kind of in luck. Scientists say that a few million years ago the
average Earth day was 20 hours long. Using this theory, in a million
years from now they predict there will be 27 hours in a day. For now
though, you’ll have to settle for better time management of the 24 hours
you have available.
As you may have already noticed, September was one of the busiest months of the year for
many. The traditional vacation season is over. Everyone is back to work. The kids have
returned to school. Only December compares with the frenzy! Do you have a lot on the go this
month as well? If so, I hope everything goes smoothly for you.
Some of our upcoming activities are listed below:
October 31, 2013
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December 5, 2013
Halloween. We will have prizes for costumes for best man, woman &
couple. Let’s get working on our costumes.
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Hopefully Sinterklaas will visit us.
December 19, 2013 !
Annual Christmas dinner.
January 9, 2014
Winter season starts.
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February 13, 2014
March 13, 2014
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Valentine’s Day.
St. Patrick’s Day.
April 17, 2014
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Easter lunch.
May 01, 2014
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Orange Day.
May 29, 2014
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Windup BBQ
Happy Birthday to everyone having a Birthday this month and to all our friends feeling under the
weather we send you hugs and prayers from all your Windmill friends.
I neglected to thank our summer volunteers last month and I’m sorry. We could not have been
open every week without all your help. Also thank you to all out September volunteers.
October in the Netherlands is characterized by falling daily high temperatures, with daily highs
decreasing from 17C to 12C over the course of the month, exceeding
20C or dropping below 8C only one day in ten.
Did you know Schiphol Airport, near Amsterdam, is a European hub.
It is one of the biggest international airports in the world, and a point
of interest in itself, being 4 meters below sea level (the name is
derived from “ship hole” since Schiphol is built in a drained lake).
Please feel free to bring a friend, as we are always open to new or
returning friends, and please keep thinking about the bus trip.
Judy Boekholt – 780-467-3701 – [email protected]
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Golden Hour Clock Shop
10040 - 164 Street
EDMONTON, AB T5P 4Y3
Phone 780-489-0171
Fax: 780-489-1847
Award Winning Gouda from the Heart of Alberta!
2009 Canadian Champion Smoked Gouda medium
Old Grizzle ex. aged gouda Gruyere medium (Swiss)
The 2011 Canadian Champion Spiced Herbs & Garlic Gouda
2012 World Champion Smoked Gouda
2nd Award Silver
2013 Canadian Champion
Old Grizzly Artistic Old Grizzly Gouda Ex. Aged
Hess & Ronnie Nyenhuis
Available at Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market Edmonton
every Saturday from 8:00 am-3:00 pm.
SERVING EDMONTON & AREA
FOR OVER 40 YEARS
Free shipment across Canada, shipment by mail in 4 kg or 8 kg
boxes. Order by phone, fax, online or visit our own store in Red
Deer (Mon.-Sat. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm).
Closed on Mondays
GUARANTEED CLOCK AND WATCH REPAIR
by appointment only
Sylvan “Star” Cheese ltd.
Phone: (403) 340-1560 Fax: (403) 342 6831
RR #1, Site 6, Box 31, Red Deer, AB T4N 5E1
web: www.sylvanstarcheesefarm.ca
email: [email protected]
Victoria
Fancy Sausage (2007) Ltd
Enjoy an old world feel: many Dutch products including
Croquettes, Frikandellen, Rookworst and our delicious Metworst.
Visit our candy section for the sweet or salty tastes, or browse our
huge deli with Dutch liver sausage and imported Gouda Cheese.
BEN’S MEATS & DELI
Family owned and operated since
1953
6508—118 Ave Edmonton AB
780-471-2283Email:
[email protected] &
Jackie Snyder
15726 Stony Plain Road
Edmonton AB T5P 3Z5
PH: (780) 489-1424
Fax: (780) 409-8236
www.bensmeats.com
CLASSIC EUROPEAN ANTIQUES
7000. Sq. Ft . Hidden Antiques &
Collectibles treasures
New Shipment has arrived April 9/13
Open House & Streetwide yard sale Sundays June 2, July 21,
August 15. Concession on site.
10:00—4:00 - 10% off all inventory. No cost for vendor.
CONTACT ANNEKE: 780-482-4414
Come and visit us for our large assortment
of Dutch items, as well as sliced deli meats
and fresh meat products!!
We are the supplier for the Dutch
Cell . 780-699-7839
www.classiceuropeanantiques.com
Hours: Tuesday to Friday 11:00—5:00.
Saturday 10:00-4:00. Sunday
11:00-4:00
13314-126 Ave . Edmonton
Canadian Club’s famous Croquettes!!
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N E WS F R O M T HE CLUBS
SEWING AND CRAFT CIRCLE
We’re back at work every Tuesday from 10:00 am until about 3:00 pm. The
boardroom tables are covered in all kinds of craft and sewing materials and
projects and everyone is working on their own project. We welcome Coby, Vicky
and Pat to our group of regulars, they are a very welcome addition. We also invite
others to come and join us. If you can’t make it every week, no problem, drop in
whenever you can.
Quilting Workshop
If you are interested in a two-day (Monday & Tuesday) quilting workshop under
the guidance of Trudy Moulyn, please contact me. We are planning to have at
least one during the fall and winter months.
Jenny Smits - 780-473-0905 - [email protected]
BUSTRIP 2014 - WATERTON LAKES NATIONAL PARK
Dates: May 27, 28 & 29, 2014 (Tuesday-Thursday)
Destination: Waterton Lakes National Park
Cost: $260.00
Itinerary:
Day 1 - Leave DCC at 8:00 am; Lunch in Calgary at 11:30; Arrive in Waterton Lakes National Park at 5:00
pm. Accommodation for 2 nights at the Bayshore Inn Resort & Spa, the only
hotel located on the shores of Waterton Lake; supper 6:30 pm in one of the
hotel’s restaurants.
Day 2 - Breakfast at the Bayshore Inn restaurant; 10:00 am: Cruise from
Canada to the USA with Waterton Cruise Co.; 12:30 return - lunch in one of
the Waterton restaurants of your choice; 2:00 pm - optional bus tour to
either Red Rock Canyon or
Cameron Lake; supper 6:00 pm;
possible nature talk to follow.
Day 3 - Breakfast from 7:00 - 8:00; leave Waterton Lakes National
Park at 8:30 am; arrive at Bar U Ranch National Historic Site of
Canada at 11:00 where we will enjoy a tour and lunch; leave Bar
U Ranch at 1:30 pm; arrive at Sylvan Lake at 5:00 pm - supper at
Pier 7 Restaurant. Return to DCC around 9:00 pm.
Included in your price are: 2 nights accommodation (based on double occupancy); 2 breakfasts; lake
cruise; Bar U fee and tour; one dinner in Waterton and tip for busdriver.
Not included: 1st day breakfast and lunch, 2nd day lunch and supper, 3rd day lunch and supper.
To reserve your seat on the bus we need a deposit of $50.00. Non-members are welcome too, so please
spread the word.
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Daylight Savings Time ends
on
November 3.
Time to set your clock
back one hour.
For Weddings, Anniversaries,
Company Parties, Reunions, Dances etc.
(Club members and ESCA members receive a
discount on the rental)
780-984-4569
Frank Stolk
DUTCH CANADIAN CENTRE
13312—142 Street, Edmonton, AB
Van Sloten's Bakery
and
Cakes by Janna
12418 - 118 Avenue
Fresh Cakes made to Order
(780) 455-5855
Wedding Cakes are our Specialty
Inquiries Welcome
Willem Hubben
Certified Denturist
NEW DENTURES
RELINES
REPAIRS
WEDDING CAKES BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
6005 - 120 Avenue • Phone: 780-479-8377
www.edmontondenture.com
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members page
Loes van Beek and family would like to
thank all those who attended the funeral of
Please note:
The children’s St. Nicholas Party
will be held on December 1,
not December 8.
You have to register your children before
November 15 to attend the party.
More information on page 4 (DCC Auxiliary)
Jo van Beek,
who passed away on August 9, 2013.
Special thanks to the DCC Auxiliary for the
wonderful luncheon after the service.
THANK YOU
the Van Beek family
BEDSPREAD RAFFLE
Thank you Frank Stolk for putting up the
screen for Jo Van Beek’s Video.
Tickets for our Bedspread Raffle will be
available until December 5, 2013. Draw will
take place at the Windmills Sinterklaas
Party on December 5, 2013
Ray Murphy
Tickets are $2.00 each
Proceeds are for the Children’s St. Nicholas
Party on December 1, 2013
If you would like a book of 10 tickets to
sell to your family, friends and neighbors,
please contact Jenny Smits (780-473-0905)
There are three prizes:
THANK YOU
garage sale
volunteers.
Your help was
very much
appreciated.
1. Hand crocheted Bedspread, queen size,
donated by Truus de Visser
2. Baby quilt, donated by Trudy Moulyn
3. Dutch Basket - a basket with a variety
of typical Dutch items donated by the
Sewing & Craft Circle.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
This month we are looking for the following
volunteers:
Every Thursday Afternoon - Windmills
Volunteers are needed to help prepare and serve
lunches. You can sign up for the week of your
choice.
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Dutch Language Classes Fall 2013
This is an 8 week class that will run on Thursday from 7:00 pm-9:00 pm starting on September 19, 2013.
Prepare yourself for 8 weeks of fun filled evenings learning the basics of conversational Dutch and to
delve into a bit of the Dutch Culture. The class will be held at the Dutch Canadian Centre, 13312-142
Street.
The focus of the class will be to learn how to have a conversation with various people in different settings.
We will provide many opportunities to practise in the classroom.
If you would like to learn more about the language of your parents or grandparents or if you are planning a
trip to The Netherlands in the near future, taking this class would be a wonderful way to brush up on your
Dutch language skills! We would like to have 10-15 people register in the class so don’t hesitate to sign
up!
Registration fees are as follows:
Dutch Canadian members:
$70.00
Non-members:
$80.00
Materials:
The materials will be available in the classroom. The class will be taught through PowerPoint
presentations so please come prepared with writing utensils and a notebook/binder/paper to get the most
out of your lessons.
If you have further questions regarding the course, please feel free to contact Nadine Silveira at:
[email protected] or (780) 570-2232
If you will be joining us for this class please email me with a confirmation.
Thank you,
Nadine Silveira - 780-570-2232 [email protected]
TODDLER TUNES TIME
Do you have small children or grandchildren? Do you want them to learn to speak some Dutch and sing
some Dutch songs? Do you want to learn with them? Do you want to get out of the house and visit with
others with similar goals?
We have a solution for all of these questions. A new drop-in group at the DCC targeted to children ages
five and under, including infants. It will be a casual, fun group (meaning you can show up late and frazzled
with mismatched socks and no one will mind) where the first 15-30 minutes will be typically spent singing
Dutch songs that kids will be able to dance to, or with actions to follow. We can certainly sing in any
language, so it could be English but other favourites as well. Following the singing, we'll bring out the toy
boxes and the kids can enjoy play time while the adults can have coffee and chat, or get down and play
too. The format is very flexible, so any suggestions are most welcome. There are similar programs in other
communities locally, but none in Dutch, that we are copying to create our own plan. We believe a weekday
morning from about 9:30-11:00 or from 10:00-11:30 would work best. What do you think? What day do
you prefer?
If you are interested in participating, please contact Fenna Poelzer at [email protected]. We
don't need huge numbers to get started, just a few families looking for “gezellige” activities."
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Pictures by Bert van der Werf
If you have been at the club lately you may have noticed the “Windmill Repair Team” and
the work that has been done to our windmill. With the help of an aerial platform the crew
did some painting and shingling and it looks as good as new again. Great job guys!
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Frans Bauer
Doe nou niet
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Henk Bernard
Hou me nog een keertje vast
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Maaike Ouboter
Dat ik je mis
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Gebroeders Ko
Ik ben verliefd, maar niet op jou
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Glennis Nielson & Miss Montreal
Hoe
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Django Wagner
Wij dansen samen de bossa nova
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Jeroen van der Boom
Beter laat dan nooit
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Henk Damen
Kus me kus me
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Wudstik
Omarm
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Rein Mercha
Jouw ogen
'Doe Nou Niet' is volgens Frans Bauer min of meer per toeval ontstaan. "Ik was die dag bezig met het
schrijven van liedjes, maar niet met dit liedje. Mijn kinderen waren continu aan het stoeien met elkaar, dus
ik riep continu 'kappen nou, doe nou niet, stop ermee'. Een paar dagen later luisterde ik de memo terug
en hoorde ik me steeds de boel sussen. Toen heb ik er een andere draai aan gegeven. Het is dus
ontstaan tijdens een hele drukke Bauer-familiedag."
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BAR U RANCH NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
Set in the rolling foothills of the Rockies, the Bar U Ranch is the only National Historic
Site to commemorate the history and importance of ranching in Canada. The site has
many historic building and structures, illustrating various stages of ranching development
and is rich in cultural landscape features.
The Bar U Ranch was one of a small group of very large corporate ranches in Western
Canada. From 1882 to 1950 it was one of the foremost ranching operations in Canada.
While most of the large ranches of the 1880s went out of business in the early 20th
century, the Bar U has survived until the present day. This long history, populated along
the way by colorful characters like former slave John Ware and the outlaw The Sundance
Kid, and the structures from the late 19th and early 20th centuries provide a direct link
with the early years of ranching in Alberta.
A visitor orientation centre and vibrant living history program interpret a time when the
West was young.The Visitor Orientation Centre houses a reception area, a range land
exhibit, a theatre featuring the site’s award winning history video The Mighty Bar U, a gift
shop and the Bar U Cafe. The Bar U Cafe welcomes you with the aroma of fresh baked
goods. The menu offers homemade ranch meals such as homemade soup, biscuits and
homemade burgers.
The Bar U Ranch is located approximately 95 km south of Calgary on Highway 22, the
Cowboy Trail, just South of Longview.
Skandia 549, Vasa Order of America hosts Magnus Martensson.
MUSIC, LAUGHTER AND WINE EVENING
Saturday, Nov. 2, 2013
Swedish born conductor Magnus Martensson turned into a comedian/pianist during
a concert at Victor Borge Hall in New York City. Critics have called his act both
“hilarious” and “clever.”
Cocktails at 7:00
Performance at 7:30
Open-faced sandwiches, desserts, coffee at intermission
Dutch Canadian Center 13312 142 Street
All Scandinavians and friends are invited to this fun event!
Adult $30.00
Youth 8-14 $15.00
Children under 8 free.
For tickets call
Ruth 780-237-6730
Dolores 780-200-6300
Reserved seating for tables of 8.
$5.00 for drinks, $2.00 for pop.
Hope you can join the party.
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Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
PRESS RELEASE
August 29, 2013
CEES KOLE IS THE NEW
DUTCH AMBASSADOR
TO CANADA
His Excellency Cees Kole is the new
ambassador to Canada and is with great
enthusiasm looking forward to working with
Canadians. Earlier this week the incoming
Dutch ambassador presented his Letters of
Credence to Governor General His Excellency
the Right Honourable David Johnston at
Rideau Hall (Ottawa).
Netherlands Ambassador Cees Kole and GovernorGeneral Johnston at Rideau Hall after the presentation of
the Letters of Credence on August 27 (2013). Photo
credits: MCpl Vincent Carbonneau (Rideau Hall).
Ambassador Kole will be representing the
Netherlands in Canada and expresses his wish to further enhance the good relationship between the
Netherlands and Canada and to explore new opportunities in the fields of trade, science, technology, and
culture. He continues to maintain the strong bond of friendship between the two countries. Ambassador Kole joined the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 1984. In the period 1985-1995 he held postings
at the Netherlands Embassy in Warsaw, the Queen’s Cabinet and the Ministry in The Hague.
Subsequently, Mr. Cees Kole functioned as a policy officer at the Netherlands Permanent Representation
to the European Union in Brussels, as the Deputy Head of Mission of the Netherlands Embassy in Paris
en was prior to this posting Ambassador of the Netherlands in Iran.
Ambassador Kole succeeds His Excellency Wim Geerts as the new Ambassador of the Kingdom of the
Netherlands to Canada. Ambassador Kole is the 19th Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to
Canada.
For more information, please contact the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
Anna Rijk, Senior Advisor Public Diplomacy, Press and Culture
613-670 6031 (office) or 613 218 7451 (mobile)
[email protected] [email protected]
T is for the trust the pilgrims had so many years ago
H is for the harvest the settlers learnt to grow
A is for America, the land in which we live
N is for nature and beauty which she gives
K is for kindness, gentle words, thoughtful deeds
S is for smiles, the sunshine everyone needs
G is for gratitude... our blessings big and small
I is for ideas, letting wisdom grow tall
V is for voices, singing, laughing, always caring
I is for Indians, who taught them about sharing
N is for neighbors, across the street, over the sea
G is for giving of myself to make a better me
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HISTORIC HOTEL REGULATIONS
Taken from: The Whoop-Up Trail: Early days in Alberta and Montana by Gerald L. Berry. Published in 1995 by Lethbridge
Historical Society and available at the Fort MacLeod Museum
Hotel regulations adopted unanimously by the proprietor - September 1, 1882 A.D.
1. Guest will be provided with breakfast and dinner, but must rustle their own lunch.
2. Spiked boots and spurs must be removed at night before retiring. Dogs are not allowed in the bunks, but may
sleep underneath.
3. Candles, hot water and other luxuries charged extra, also towels and soap. Towels changed weekly.
4. Insect powder for sale at the bar.
5. Crap, Chuck-luck, Stud Horse Poker and Black Jack games are run by the management.
6. Every known fluid (water excepted) for sale at the bar.
7. A deposit must be made before towels, soap or candles can be carried to rooms. When boarders are leaving, a
rebate will be made on all candles or parts of candles not burned or eaten.
8. Two or more persons must sleep on one bed when requested to do so by the management.
9. No more than one dog allowed to be kept in each single room.
10. Baths furnished free down at the river, but bathers must furnish their own soap and towels.
11. No kicking regarding the quality or quantity of meals will be allowed. Those who do not like the provender will get
out, or will be put out. Assaults on the cook are strictly prohibited.
12. Quarrelsome or boisterous persons, also those who shoot off without provocation guns or other explosive
weapons on the premises, and all boarders who get killed will not be allowed to remain in the house. When
guests find themselves or their baggage thrown over the fence they may consider that they have receive notice
to quit.
13. Jewelry and other valuables will not be locked in the safe. This hotel has no such ornament as a safe. The
proprietor will not be accountable for anything.
14. In case of FIRE the guests are requested to escape without any unnecessary delay.
15. The BAR in the annex will be open day and night. All day drinks: 50c each; night drinks $1 each. No mixed
drinks will be served except in the case of a death in the family. Only regular registered guests will be allowed
the special privilege of sleeping on the Bar Room floor.
16. Guests without baggage must sleep in the vacant lot and board elsewhere until their baggage arrives.
17. Guests are forbidden to strike matches or spit on the ceiling, or sleep on the bed with their boots on.
18. No cheques cashed for anybody. Payment must be made in Cash, Gold Dust, or Blue Chips.
19. Saddle horses can be hired at any hour of the day or night or next day if necessary.
20. Meals served in rooms will not be guaranteed in any way. Our waiters are hungry and not above temptation.
21. To attract attention of waiters or bell boys, shoot hole through the door panel. Two shots for ice water, three for
deck of cards, and so on.
22. All guests are required to arise at 6 a.m. This is imperative as
the sheets are needed for tablecloths.
23. No tips must be given to any waiters or servants. Leave them
with the proprietor, and he will distribute them if it is considered
necessary.
24. Everything cash in advance. Following tariff subject to change:
Board: $25 per month; Board and Lodging $50 per month with
wooden bench to sleep on; Board and Lodging $60 per month
with bed to sleep on.
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Willem de Brave
Ooit werd hij “prins Pils” genoemd, omdat weinig anders dan een goudgerande pint
hem zou boeien. Onschuldig natuurlijk. Willem-Alexander is in veel opzichten gewoon
een heel braaf lid van het Koninklijk Huis. De invloed van Maxima op WillemAlexander moet groot zijn, ook in zijn werk. Dat heeft hij ook weleens benadrukt. Op
een vlak heeft de charmante, gracieuze en modebewuste Argentijnse echter geen
invloed weten te krijgen: zijn kledingstijl. Te grote colberts, over zijn lompe, saaie
schoenen ploffende broekspijpen, te wijde hemden, alles in oubollige kleuren. Waar
neef Maurits van flamboyante, ‘cut to the bone ‘ pakken en hippe schoenen houdt, lijkt
Willem vooral een behouden imago hoog te willen houden, hoewel zijn ietwat gezette
lichaam zich ook niet voor alle modestijlen leent.....
Kapsel
Verandering van spijs, doet eten. Dat gaat niet op voor Willem’s kapper. Sinds hij als
scholier een lokje nam, kennen we hem niet anders. Zijn haar zit onder alle
omstandigheden hetzelfde; stijfjes. Ons advies: langer laten groeien en styling
producten gebruiken.
Auto’s
Waar zijn neefjes Van Vollenhoven het Circuit van Zandvoort geregeld onveilig maken en prins Bernhard junior
Amsterdam-Zuid nog wel eens intrekt met de exclusieve groene ferrari die hij van zijn grootvader erfde, laat WillemAlexander zich vervoeren in kleurloze Volvo’s. Het zal zijn moeders ingetogenheid zijn die hierop invloed heeft, maar
sinds hij in zijn studententijd een Ford Sierre de Leidse Gracht inreed, is het wilde er vanaf. De enige snelheid die hij
zich permitteert, is achter de stuurknuppel van het regeringsvliegtuig.
Sexleven
Hoewel haar vader omstreden is, lijkt het er op dat Maxima heel vlot door de strenge ballotage van Beatrix kwam. Dat
konden de drie exen van Willem-Alexander niet zeggen. Paulette Schroder beleefde begin jaren ’80 een kortstondige
affaire met de kroonprins, Yolande Adriaansens verkeerde twee jaar met de prins en Emily Bremers zelfs drie jaar.
Even leekt het er op dat deze laatste de nieuwe kroonprinses zou worden, maar Beatrix gaf haar nooit een officiele plek
binnen de familie. Na hun breuk zei Emily in het NRC: ‘ik ben blij dat ik weer een eigen leven kan leiden.’ Hoewel er
meer dan deze vier dames zullen rondlopen die kunnen zeggen met de koning van Nederland te hebben gezoend, is
zijn amoureuze historie tamelijk bedeesd.
Uitspraken
Oke, op 11-jarige leeftijd schreewde hij tijdens een fotomomentje ‘Alle Nederlandse pers opgerot’, maar hij was nog
jong. Veel later, in 2001 tijdens een praatje met de pers in New York, ging hij in op de beschuldigingen aan het adres
van zijn toekomstige schoonvader, Jorge Zorreguieta, dat hij deel uitmaakte van het moorddadige regime van dictator
Videla. Willem-Alexander stelde de pers op de hoogte van een ingezonden brief in een krant over het Argentijnse
regime. Later bleek dat de ex-dictator Videla de schrijver van de brief was. Premier Kok was boos en de kroonprins
stond schamend in een hoekje over zijn naieve uitspraak. Maxima reageerde later: ‘Je was een beetje dom.’ Sindsdien
weegt Willem-Alexander extra zorgvuldig zijn woorden.
Supporterschap
Bij de wereldkampioenschappen schaatsen, belangrijke hockeyfinales (vooral die van het damesteam), bij de finish van
het onderdeel dameswielrennen tijdens de Olympische Spelen, laat Willem-Alexander zich van zijn meest Hollandse
kant zien als supporter. Uitgedost in oranje outfit en hossend in het Holland Heineken House. Willem-Alexander stelt
zich niet boven de gewone burger, hij is een van ons. Vorig jaar werd hij zelfs kampioen wc-pot werpen.
Vaderschap
Tijdens de door hem gehate fotomomenten voor de vaderlandse pers toont Willem-Alexander zich altijd van zijn beste
kant, vooral in de rol van liefhebbende vader. Hoewel hij en Maxima hun telgjes veel en vaak moeten missen, lijkt de
prins op zijn vader; ook Claus besteedde veel tijd aan zijn familieleven. Willem-Alexander sport veel met Amalia, Alexia
en Ariane, van tennis en zwemmen tot paardrijden. Maar hij tekent en zingt ook met ze, en steunt Amalia bij de
vioollessen en Alexia bij de pianomomentjes.
Koningschap
In een van de acht televisie-interviews die Willem-Alexander heeft gegeven, werd hem gevraagt naar de invulling van
zijn koningschap. De prins vertelde een voorbeeld aan zijn grootmoeder, koningin Juliana, te willen nemen. Zonder zijn
moeders regeerstijl negatief te omschrijven, benadrukte Willem-Alexander dat hij Juliana waardeerde als moeder des
vaderlands. De koningin was vooral ‘gewoon,’ schonk met kerst chocolademelk voor haar personeel en stond
international bekend als de ‘fietsende vorstin.’
Uit: Oranje Boven
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QUINOA
2013 is the International Year of Quinoa. Tiny round quinoa (KEEN-wah)
seeds contain complete protein and cook in about half the time as rice.
Cook and serve white, red or black quinoa (or a mix of all three) just as
you would rice - in casseroles, soups, pilafs and salads.
What is quinoa?
While quinoa is usually considered to be a whole grain, it is actually a seed, but can be prepared like whole
grains such as rice or barley. It takes less time to cook than other whole grains – just 10 to 15 minutes and
quinoa tastes great on its own, unlike other grains such as millet or teff. Add a bit of olive oil, sea salt and
lemon juice and - yum! Of all the whole grains, quinoa has the highest protein content, so it's perfect for
vegetarians and vegans. Quinoa provides all 9 essential amino acids, making it a complete protein. Quinoa
is a gluten-free and cholesterol-free whole grain, is kosher for Passover, and is almost always organic.
Culinary ethnologists will be interested to know that quinoa was a staple food for thousands of years in the
Andes region of South America as one of just a few crops the ancient Incas cultivated at such high altitude.
If you are trying to add more healthy whole grains to your diet, choosing quinoa is a nutritious and easy to
prepare whole grain to begin with. Yes, quinoa is healthy, but just how healthy is it? Quinoa is a great food
for anyone looking to lower their cholesterol or add fiber to their diet. Do be aware, however, that there are
several different kinds of quinoa, so their nutrient content will vary slightly
Calories in Quinoa:
Quinoa is relatively low in calories. One cup of cooked quinoa provides 222 calories. But of course, watch
what you add to the quinoa, as it's in the cooking process that most of the calories and fat will be
added,depending on how you prepare it.
Other Nutrients in Quinoa:
Quinoa is a great source of iron and fiber for everyone. One cup of cooked quinoa (185 grams) provides
15% of the recommended daily intake of iron, and 5 grams of fiber, which is 21% the recommended
amount. Quinoa is also an excellent source of magnesium, with 118 mg per cup, cooked. One cup of
cooked quinoa provides:
39.41 mg carbohydrates; 31 mg calcium; 2.76 mg iron; 318 mg potassium; 13 mg sodium; 2.02 mg zinc.
Recipe:
Spicy Sweet Potato and Quinoa Salad
Ingredients:
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1 cup quinoa, uncooked
2 cups vegetable broth or water
1 sweet potato, baked and diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste
Preparation:
Simmer the quinoa in the vegetable broth about 10 to 15 minutes, or until water is gone and quinoa is light
and fluffy when stirred. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Toss together the quinoa, sweet potato and bell pepper in a large bowl.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil and cayenne pepper. Gently toss this
dressing with the quinoa. Season with a generous amount of salt and pepper.
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Cate Blanchett to direct film based
on Dutch best seller The Dinner
Friday 20 September 2013
Oscar-winning actress Cate Blanchett is to
make her directorial debut with an Englishlanguage film based on Herman Koch’s best
seller The Dinner. The Dinner is a ‘family
drama with black edges' and centres on two
brothers and their wives who meet at a
fashionable restaurant in the knowledge
their 15 year old sons have committed a
terrible crime. The book has been translated
into 33 languages, a record for a Dutch
novel. A Dutch version of the film, with Daan
Schuurmans, Kim van Kooten, Jacob Derwig
and Thekla Reuten in the main roles, had its
premiere at the Toronto film festival earlier
this month. It will go on general release in
November.
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No auction for Scheveningen Pier
Saturday 21 September 2013
A planned auction to find a new owner for
Scheveningen pier has been cancelled
because no-one had signed up to take part,
the pier's official receivers said. Although 10
serious companies had registered an
interest, none are going forward to make a
bid. One effort to raise the money through
crowdfunding also flopped, the receiver said.
The Van der Valk catering family bought the
pier in 1991 for the symbolic amount of one
guilder but failed to make it profitable. The
pier was declared bankrupt at the beginning
of this year.
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House price falls start to level off
Friday 20 September 2013
House prices were down 4.4% in August
compared with the year’s earlier period, the
national statistics office CBS said on Friday.
The drop represents a 0.1% rise in prices
compared with July. Nevertheless, house
prices are now back at the same level as at
the beginning of 2003 and have fallen 20%
since reaching a peak in August 2008. The
average price paid for a house in August
was €215,000, compared with €214,000 in
July and €206,000 in June. The land registry
office Kadaster said earlier this week the
number of sales in August was up 19% on
August 2012. ‘The housing market is
improving, and people have more
confidence,’ estate agents’ organization
NVM said at the time. ‘Many more people
are checking out the market, looking at
houses and asking banks how much they
can borrow.’
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Activities and events
OCTOBER 2013
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Fall & Winter months
Board Meeting
2nd Monday of the month
7:00 pm
Committee Meetings
Immediately before the board
meetings every other month
6:30 pm
Monday:
Stitch & Rip Club
Sun
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thanksgiving
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Making
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Klaverjas
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NOVEMBER 2013
12:00 - 3:00 pm
Sun
Tuesday:
Sewing Circle
Mon
T ue
W ed T hu
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
F ri
Sa t
1
2 Music,
Laughter
& Wine
Klaverjas Club
12:30 - 4:00 pm
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Scandinavian
Christmas
Market
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Remembrance
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Windmills Seniors
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Wednesday:
Seniors Drop-In Nordic
Room
1:00 - 4:00 pm
Billiard Club
7:00 pm
Concordia Band
8:00 pm
Friday
Flying Dutchman Club Room
Social
7:30 pm
Saturday:
Card Making
10:00 - 5:00 twice a month
(check dates on calendar)
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