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Here is Jim Walsh, Director of Purchasing and Mimn Kumzak and Deborah Bucknell preparing for the Fair. see, monsters and heroes, made clear man's position in the universe and his duty to the deities. Healing of the body was learned through the use of the earth's plants and trees. The mystery of music and song was revealed as a path to magic and power. Finally, he learned the sacred rituals which are performed with humility His presence among the nine other elder Druids was yet a source of pride to Lovemios. He had only been initiated to full priesthood the previous summer after years of arduous training. From the age of seven, Lovernios had gained wisdom from the words of the elder teachers. The impatience of childhood soon gave way to wonder as the knowledge of centuries was opened to him. Stories of gods and goddes- by Laura Napran bovemios looked eagerly ahead to the island taking shape through the morning mists. Mona, the sacred isle, was to be the gathering place of the Druids in prepara- tion for the expulsion of the Roman invaders from Britain. Lwernias, who had taken his Druidical training in Ireland, had never met a Roman. He had, however, heard tales from travelling merchants of the insufferable egotism of these southern warriors. But now they would learn to tremble in terror at the magmTieenee of the Celtic gods. Business Fair '9l was a joint venture involving the City of Waterloo and the Chamber of Commerce. The purpose of the fair was to assist businesses in Waterloo in selling goods and services to the City. There was also a session outlining the procedures followed in the selection of consultants for City projects. This was then followed by an open forum held in the City Centre atrium. Business Fair '9l allowed members of the business community the opportunity to discuss issues and concerns with all City departments. If you would like more information about doing business with the City of Waterloo, contact Jim Walsh, Director of Purchasing at 747-8719. Death of a Druid Priest CITY OF WATERLOO/WATERLOO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Cl iiii'i""'i",i"") St Short BUSINESS FAIR '91 WlNNfllSClIlctf Chii"iiti& “This can mean only one thing," said Dovaidona sadly. "The Romans have pre- vailed, Mona is lost. We must give offer. ings to the gods in the hope that they may guide us." Servants hurried to bring the treasures from the ship: gold necklaces, bracelets and chalices, " well as {iner wrought swords, spears and daggers. As each piece was blessed, it was cast into the well. Dovaidona cried aloud for help from the gods. The last treasure splashed deep into the well and still there was no sign. Iarvemioa, in anguish at the refusal of the offerings, cast about for something he could do. On impulse he tore his own golden tore from around his neck and cast it into the depths To ianrerttioa' surprise. For several long moments no one could utter a word. Where the holy oaks had once surrounded the votive well, only charred and blackened bodies of the trees re. mained. There was no sign of the guard. ians of the shrine. But only silence greeted them as the ship glided in. Without assistance the landing was made with some dimeulty. The group of white-robed Druids made its way up the path to the layed grove. - "'""e ,.__._. am, _.. we gods. The harbor of Llyn Carrig Bach seemed strangely silent as the ship approached Mona. Dovaidona, the leader of the expedi- tion frowned. "We are expected. There should be "oPtone.herf to greet us." and reverence to the greater glory of the Do you know a young person, aged 6 to 18 years, who is involved in worthwhile community service or a special person who is contributing. while coping with a physical or psychological limitation? Do you know a youth who has performed i an act of heroism? l The Ontario Community , Newspapers Association with Canadian Airlines International as the patron, are looking to recognize these "good kids", the young people of our province who show a commitment to making life better for others. W9 W" ONTARIO W JUNIOR C‘IzTIZENS p new (we, 00L g)tr ‘,,,&H,, ‘0, ( - Jl - OF AWA NOMINATION FORMS I a" ”ONTARIO tre.. JUNIOR CITIZEN - OF THE YEAR AWARDS The younger fugitive had an equally grisly tale. In the south Queen Boudica of the Iceni had revoked against the Roman oppressors. Her army had sacked Colches- ter, London, and Verulanium, destroying the entire Ninth Legion Her successes were shortlived. Suetonius, returning from the massacre at Mona, met Boudica in a narrow defile near Mancetter. The iron discipline of the Romans prevailed. Thou. Upon their arrival, the Irish priests were startled to discover two Druids hiding behind the protective foliage of the Lindow holy shade The older of the two, clad m a filthy robe stained with dried blood, gib bered nearly incoherently about the slaughter at Mona, When the Roman legions approached the Menai Straits, the Druids and Celtic tribearnen had shrieked curses upon them. For long minutes the Roman army seemed trandixed with awe. A moment later the spell was broken. The invaders stormed the beaches of Mona. The Mimi Straits ran red with blood. He had never seen such a desolate place. Aptly named Lindow - the black lake -- It was a stretch of bog punctuated by dark pools of water, To Lovemios' eyes, accus~ tamed to the green rtelds of his homeland, itteernet) a place of death. "The gods have given me understanding, Quickly! There is little time. Tomorrow 15 the Eve of Beltain. We must reach Lmdow Marsh." Dovaidona suddenly raised his voxce m praise ---'"', vvvvugn a, was! Flu: The Waterloo Chronicle presents the winning entries in our 2nd Annual Short Story Contest WE?" itvt are available by contacting the Waterloo Chronicle 886-2830 WATERLOO CHRONICLE. WEDNESDAY To nommatt- an lttleldUill Or a group at young people for the tmturm Juruor Citizen of the liar Mmrd, plvaw (,'ut]l.t('l )our newspaper or the ttt‘ N A at 4lti Fi44(Hy14 Numtnuttons. tor thts " year/s iiuards, \xtll he accepted unnl t lumber ii) 1991 Every nominee mll ruc't'lttt a corttltcatv and up to l?. individuals and one group NN Ill be the roctptcnts ol a plaque presented by the Lieutenant Governor at Ontario. an Ontario .luntor Citizen of the Year lapel pin, $200.00 and a farmly portrait with the Lieutenant Governor a pom! commumly Project ot Dovaidona proceeded to divide banned Into 12 pieces for the 12 priests all Alike but for one which had been burned black by the fire Placing them In a lambskin pouch. he offered the bag to each priest in turn. As one after another chose unburned pieces they struggled to conceal their relief. The bag came to Lovernjoa. Extestd. ing a trembling hand, he extracted a piece. His rtagers were black from the charcoal d the burned portion. ,,__~____ -- u“ -. "Our Brmsh brothers must have My offended the gods for two such disaster: to occur. We have come we late to save this land, But I tell you that we who are learned know hos all an]; come m threes The Romans have achieved um great victories, Where will they seek the third? Their eyes will turn west - to Ireland it IS left to us to protect this last stronghold, But how shall We gem the ear of the gods and receive their favor once more? I tell you that tt must be a sacrthce greater than any glven before A sacrfice to satisfy our tiGe most ijiwi/rdr'g'ix'isr Tennis. Esus and Teutates The sacr1nce mug be the life of a Druld Ft "Master," whisperli%wert, “how shall he be chosen?" "The gods have already chosen hun He shall be revealed w us by the scorched bannock." V_ MW“. _ WV... “was. Dovaidona immediately called a council of the Druids With grim resolution, he addressed the. atsepbled priests. sands of Britons died. Queen Boudica killed herself to avo_1d capture. Laura N apran is the owner of a bookstore which specializes in literature, history) philosophy and new age books. Canadian .nndnm Atrium Inaugural OPEN CLASS OCTOBER tr. 1991 PAGE (CrmttrtuoeortpatpO)