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international contingent of scientists whose research encompasses water levels, water quality, invasive species, and climate change—topics which directly impact how each of us enjoy our daily life.” Cornwall Mayor Bob Kilger welcomed conference participants. “The city of Cornwall is thrilled to wel- come the more than 600 delegates from Canada, the U.S. and as far away as Aus- tralia, who will attend the prestigious Inter- national Association for Great Lakes Research Conference,” said Kilger. “The St. Lawrence River Institute of Envi- ronmental Sciences conducts important sci- entific research that benefits everyone in our community and beyond; this confer- ence highlights the work of this crucial non- government, non-profit institution which has established itself as an important con- tributor to our community for nearly 20 years.”
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The International Association for Great Lakes Research will hold its 2012 confer- ence, From Great Lakes Flow Mighty Rivers, from May 13-17 in Cornwall. The conference features speakers and ses- sions that highlight the most recent infor- mation on the ecology, chemistry, and physics of the Great Lakes. It is presented by the St. Lawrence River Institute of Environmental Sciences, and Queen's University, with aboriginal hosts the Mohawks of Akwesasne. “The St. Lawrence River Institute of Envi- ronmental Sciences is thrilled to be hosting the prestigious international IAGLR confer- ence in Cornwall, Ontario, for the second time,” said Dr. Jeff Ridal, Executive Direc- tor, St. Lawrence River Institute of Environ- mental Sciences, and conference co-Chair. “The IAGLR conference brings together an
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Bouncing Beans Play Services For Chil- dren is the brainchild of Amy Alguire who recognized a need for non-competitive play classes for children aged 30 months to 7 years. Having two little beans of her own, a back- ground as a Social Services worker and ex- perience in school settings, Mrs. Alguire is well aware of the energy youngsters possess. “The idea started during a conversation with my husband as we were dining out, and I guess it just bounced from there,” she explained. “Life is so hectic that sometimes you just need an outlet that will keep your children active while you take a few moments for yourself. I felt that a non-competitive envi- ronment where they could just have fun, play and move would offer a choice for par- ents of youngsters.” Bouncing Beans offers just that – a 45 minute, non-competitive play class featuring different activities each week. Activities will range from sports like soccer to games like parachute play, bowling, fun with hula hoops, silly dance and even Holiday theme activities. The goal is to keep the children ac- tive for the entire 45 minutes, and ensure that they use up their energy. Sessions will run for 8 weeks beginning in June and will be held in the Pommier Room at the Benson Centre. “Mrs. Alguire is a great example of the en-
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