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THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2012 THE NEW TANNER 13 Township Digest Synchro wins Congrats to Rockwood residents Drew Trainor and Coral Meredith who meddled recently at the West Regionals Championship swim meet. Both compete as members of the Guelph Synchronized Swim Club ­ Trainor on the 10-and-under team, and Meredith on the 13-to-15 team and duet. Guelph earned Bronze in the 10-and-under routine and Meredith and her partner earned fourth place in duets. Cemetery rates up The price for a fullsize interment at the Rockwood Cemetery will increase by 13.5 per cent to $795 on May 1 with Guelph/Eramosa To w n s h i p C o u n c i l 's recent approval of new plot and service rates. The cost to excavate for a cremation ground interment jumped 25 per cent to $390, and the cost of a full size grave is now $1,300, an 8.3 per cent increase. The Township c o n t r a c t s Wo o d l a w n Memorial Park Cemetery in Guelph to oversee the interments and plot sales in Rockwood. Avery's Bravery Race The focus will be on family fun and fundraising on Saturday, April 28 in and around the Rockwood Conservation Area for the third annual Avery's ROCKWOOD FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOCIATION "YUK YUKS ON TOUR" Tickets $25 Available at Foodland Doors open at 7pm Show starts at 8pm Light Lunch, Silent Auction, Dance For more info please call Adam 519-993-5767 presents Bravery Race. Three-yearold Rockwood resident Avery Bond had lifesaving heart surgery at SickKids Hospital when she was 13 days old, and her parents said thanks by raising donations ­ $12,000 so far ­ for the hospital. Along with a fivekilometre run, there will be a two-km walk, a free 100-metre dash for kids 10 and under, a bouncy castle, face painting, crafts, cupcake decorating, obstacle courses and martial arts demonstrations. For details call Christine at 519-856-0066. Twain time Actor Patrick C. Smith will channel Mark Twain during an evening of humour at the Century Church Theatre in Hillsburgh on April 28. Call 519-855-4586 for information. VETERAN HONOURED: Deputy-Chief Dan Hitchcock (centre) received a plaque to commemorate both his 30 years of service with the Guelph/Eramosa Fire Department, and his retirement on Monday at the Township council chambers. Doing the honours were Mayor Chris White (left) and Fire Chief John Osborne. ­ Melissa Paul photo Top three innovations to improve home efficiency Our homes are a great measuring stick of how far we've progressed in the past 20 years, especially when it comes to their efficiency in terms of saving us energy and money. Here are the top three innovative technologies that can improve the efficiency of our homes: Home Automation · It wasn't that long ago that an automated home was a focus of science fiction. Today, adding the convenience and control of our indoor climate, lighting, electronic media and home security is increasingly affordable and accessible through home PCs, smart phone and tablet applications. With home monitoring systems, you can track energy and water usage in real time, spot key sources of energy loss and make immediate adjustments. Insulation · If your home is more than 10 years old, there's a good chance it has fibreglass or cellulose insulation behind its walls. Since they are difficult to install perfectly and can sag or settle over time, they can leave gaps and seams. It's like leaving a window open 24 hours a day in the freezing cold. · Insulation advancements have brought us spray foam insulation options that won't settle, sag or leave any gaps. Spray foam acts as an air barrier and can deliver up to 50 per cent energy savings over older insulation options. Appliances and HVAC · Appliances and heating/cooling systems are essential in Canadian homes ­ and not surprisingly, they are constantly undergoing improvements. New energy-efficient refrigerators use less than half the energy of models that are 12 years old and use 75 percent less energy than those produced in the late 1970s. · If you have a conventional naturaldraft furnace made before 1992, it might only operate between 55 to 78 percent efficiency. Upgrading to a new induced-draft condensing furnace can increase efficiency to above 90 percent as a result of more efficient. Saturday April 28 Heart Smart Strategies: Learn how to de-stress and relax your cardiovascular system Rockwood: Tuesday, May 15th, 4:00-6:00pm Erin: Wednesday, May 23rd, 4:00-6:00pm Healthy You: a 6wk. group weight management approach that focuses on lifestyle changes; a non-diet approach to achieve a healthier weight Rockwood: runs for 6 weeks, starting Tuesday, May 1st, 9:30-11:30am Erin: runs for 6 weeks, starting Thursday, May 3rd, 3:00-5:00pm Bone Health and Falls Prevention Rockwood: Friday, May 4th, 10:00-11:30am Erin: Wednesday, May 9th, 10:00-11:30am Understanding Diabetes Medications Erin: Thursday, May 3rd, 6:30-8:00pm Diabetes Foot Care and You Erin: Monday, May 7th, 9:30-11:00am Rockwood: Thursday, May 24th, 9:30-11:00am Pre- diabetes: Your Chance to Change the Future Erin: Thursday, May 10th, 6:30-8:00pm Living With Diabetes Rockwood: Tuesday, May 15th, 6:30-8:00pm Meal Planning with Diabetes Rockwood: Tuesday, May 29th, 6:30-8:00pm Diabetes: Carbohydrates and You Erin: Thursday, May 31st, 6:30-8:00pm You must pre-register. To do so, or for more information about these sessions, go to www.ewfht.ca and click on "Workshops" or call 519-833-7576 ext. 341 Check out our upcoming FREE workshops: Saturday April 28th @ 10 am New & Used eqUipmeNt, mowers, tillers, ridiNg tractors aNd chaiN saws Location: Jim's repair shop of rockwood 105 alma street rockwood on the corner at the lights on #7 4th Annual Giant Lawn & Garden Auction Consisting of: Viewing: Terms: friday april 27th 2012 12-4pm or sale day 8am to sale time Cash, Cheque with proper ID, Visa/Interact Any announcements day of sale take precedence over ads. Proprietors & Auctioneer not responsible for accidents day of sale. Erin sessions are held at the Erin Wellness Centre, 6 Thompson Cres.; Rockwood sessions are held at 175 Alma Street