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Vol. 2 No. 07:07 July 7th, 2025

Everybody’s Talking

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Sheepdog shots: The owners of two shaggy sheepdogs enjoy taking photos of their pets doing everyday activities. Cees Bol and Hanneke van de Watering live in a small village in the Netherlands called Sibculo. They love to grab a camera and take amusing shots of their sheepdogs, Sophie and Sarah. The dogs may be photographed playing chess, sitting at the dinner table or getting money from the bank machine. Of course, the shots are all staged. Bol enjoys nature photography and will also pose the dogs gazing at a rainbow or lounging at the beach.

I see you: Like anyone else who has had personal property stolen, a man from London, England, was quite disturbed when his laptop was taken from his apartment. However, unlike other victims, Dom Del Torto knows the location of his stolen property. His laptop was equipped with an app that takes pictures of those who use it. The app even sends these images back to him. Del Torto knows his laptop is being used by a woman in Tehran, Iran, but is unsure if the woman is the thief or an unwitting buyer of stolen merchandise. Unfortunately, there is nothing much that local London police can do about the crime.

Cat came back: Ginger the cat only has one eye, but he makes up for that with his keen sense of direction. It seems that Ginger’s owner, Jayne Middleton, inadvertently left the cat’s traveling cage door open during a visit to the vet in Nottingham, England. Ginger escaped and was nowhere to be found, despite several desperate searches. Because the vet’s clinic was five miles from her home, with many major roads and lots of traffic to endure, Middleton did not expect to see her pet again. However, Ginger had a surprise for her. To Middleton’s great joy, he showed up ten days after he disappeared, no worse for the wear.

Tiny room: Tokyo, Japan, is a city with a high density population. People who live there are quite accustomed to living in tiny apartments. Small spaces do not seem to bother the locals because it is part of their life. However, there is a trend happening that may take the idea of “small space” too far. Coffin-sized living quarters, stacked one on top of the other, are being rented out for up to ¥55,000 a month ($586 US). This version of home is becoming common, especially in the Shibuya district of the city. Generally, young professionals, who are busy working long hours, rent these little compartments to use just for sleeping.

Quotable Quotes

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“Like a welcome summer rain, humour may suddenly cleanse and cool the earth, the air and you.”
— Langston Hughes
“In times of great stress or adversity, it’s always best to keep busy, to plow your anger and your energy into something positive.”
— Lee Iacocca

Trivia

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  1. What is a bumbershoot?
    2. What was the price of Henry Ford’s Model T in 1908?
    3. Where is a rattlesnake’s rattle located?
    4. Whose face is said to have launched a thousand ships?
    5. Athos, Porthos and Aramis are main characters in which
    famous novel?

▼ Trivia answers at the bottom of the page! ▼

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What’s Happening

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July 2025

Red Deer

Family Nature Night: Secrets of the Sanctuary
Date & Time: Wednesday, July 9, 6–8:30 p.m.
Location: Kerry Wood Nature Centre, 6300-45 Avenue
Details: Free fun for families with kids aged 4–12. Donations encouraged.
For More Information: Visit naturealberta.ca/nature-kidsonline Red Deer North 0…

Adult Co-ed Kickball – Red Deer Sport and Social Club
Date & Time: Thursday, July 10, 7–8:30 p.m.
Location: Clearview Meadows Ball Diamonds (Cornett Drive)
Details: Drop-in kickball games for adults. League to be formed once enough players attend.
For More Information: Email [email protected]online Red Deer North 0…


Lacombe and Area

Music in the Park – Echo Stage Concert Series
Date & Time: Tuesday, July 9, 6:30 p.m.
Location: Echo Stage, south side of Lacombe Memorial Centre, 5214-50 Avenue
Details: Enjoy live music outdoors featuring Randi Boulton. Bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets.
For More Information: Visit lacombe.caonline Lacombe 07-07-25

TD Summer Reading Program – Mary C. Moore Library
Date & Time: July 2 – August 14
Location: Mary C. Moore Public Library, Lacombe
Details: Free drop-in reading programs for kids aged 2–13. Schedule varies by age group.
For More Information: Email [email protected]online Lacombe 07-07-25


Sylvan Lake

Jaws at the Lake – Floating Movie Night
Date & Time: Saturday, July 12, 7 p.m.
Location: Sylvan Lake
Details: Float, splash, and enjoy Jaws on the big screen. Life jackets recommended. No lifeguards on duty.
For More Information: Visit sylvanlake.caonline Sylvan Lake 07-0…

New Romantics Book Club – Sylvan Lake Library
Date & Time: Wednesday, July 9, 6:30–8 p.m.
Location: Sylvan Lake Municipal Library
Details: Monthly romance book club. July’s pick is Lights Out by Navessa Allen.
For More Information: Visit the library website

Your Weekly Horoscope

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Lucky numbers this week: This week’s odds favour Aquarius winners with the luckiest number being3.

 

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Aries (March 21 - April 20)

Discuss your inner feelings and clear the air of any grievances from your past. Communication with females could be more favourable now. Lucky Numbers: 1, 8, 15, 32, 34, 42.

Gemini (May 22 - June 21)

You can be an incredibly powerful communicator. However, you will need to combine your passion with facts in order to effectively move others into action. Lucky Numbers: 3, 7, 13, 25, 30, 47.

Taurus (April 21 - May 21)

You may want to investigate an old mystery. Looking for something that has been lost or hidden will enable you to learn more about your own inner self. Lucky Numbers: 7, 18, 26, 29, 31, 32.

Cancer (June 22 - July 23)

Practice to communicate with great strength and confidence. Try by putting your words on paper, getting up on the stage and telling your story loud and clear. Lucky Numbers: 19, 32, 36, 43, 46, 48.

Leo (July 23 - Aug. 23)

You may need to be more logical in order to see the bigger picture and to think more strategically. You’re sure to find all the steps required to fulfill your long-term goals. Lucky Numbers: 7, 11, 16, 20, 25, 42.

Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23)

Interesting new ideas could emerge fast and furious to you. Translating them so that others can understand them may be your real challenge. Relax. Lucky Numbers: 6, 8, 10, 15, 31, 43.

Virgo (Aug. 24 - Sept. 23)

Using your vivid imagination will enhance your conversation, no matter what the topic is. Creating a truly dynamic relationship requires some very inventive ideas. Lucky Numbers: 6, 8, 27, 34, 36, 48.

Scorpio (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22)

You may be able to meet all of your obligations with charm and grace. Others will respect you now and appreciate your performance under pressure. Lucky Numbers: 5, 8, 12, 33, 41, 47.

Sagittarius Nov. 23 - Dec. 21)

You may find that your mood is easygoing, agreeable and very tolerant. Lounging around at home, relaxing or perhaps unwinding at the beach may appeal to you now. Lucky Numbers: 3, 7, 8, 42, 43, 49.

Aquarius (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19)

You may find that your communication skills are excellent and come across clearly and present yourself articulately. Public speaking and personal interviews are favoured. Lucky Numbers: 1, 3, 6, 9, 31, 44.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20)

You may feel a sharp hint of expression coming from your mate’s communication. Your emotions may lead you on a new path of discovery in regard to values and attitudes. Lucky Numbers: 2, 7, 25, 32, 42, 47.

Pisces (Feb. 20 - March 20)

You are likely to enjoy activities which promote your creativity and intellectual awareness. Bring your talents to the front, especially any artistic ability you possess. Lucky Numbers: 1, 5, 12, 17, 23, 29.

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Did you Know?

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Cloudy sky: Most people have heard of cirrus clouds and cumulus clouds. Less commonly known are noctilucent clouds. Found far above Earth, these cloud formations develop when sunlight is refracted by ice crystals in the atmosphere and they are often seen after the sun has dipped below the horizon.
Real monster: For her role in the 2003 movie, “Monster,” actress Charlize Theron gained 30 pounds by eating potato chips and donuts. She also wore a set of fake teeth so she would more closely resemble the character she represented, serial killer Aileen Wuornos.
Sleepy sloths: The slow-moving sloth lives in the rain forests of Central and South America. These mammals sleep in the trees up to 20 hours a day, hanging from branches with the very strong grip of their long claws.
World leader: Although Mahatma Gandhi is widely known for his role in Indian independence, he spent most of his younger years as an activist in South Africa. Educated in London, Gandhi developed his political views by protecting the rights of Indians living in South Africa.

On the Lighter Side

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Middle age is when you suddenly find your parents are old, your kids are grown up and you haven’t changed.

Did you hear about the origami store? It folded!

Teacher: “Jimmy, can you tell me what a waffle is?”
Jimmy: “It’s a pancake with a non-skid tread.”

Why is your nose in the middle of your face? Because it is the scenter!

In the winter the dog wears his coat. In the summer he wears his coat and pants.

Retirement is wonderful if you have two essentials – much to live on and much to live for.

Bridge: A card game in which a good deal depends on a good deal.

Trivia answers:

  1. Umbrella
  2. $850
  3. In its tail
  4. Helen of Troy
  5. “The Three Musketeers”

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Please note this issue was published sometime over the past 10 years. Jokes, Trivia, Stories and Quotes may be time specific or reference maybe made to events which are no longer relevant.