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w at er lo oc hr on ic le .c a W at er lo o C hr on ic le | T hu rs da y, A ug us t 6, 20 20 | 10 Notice of Intention to Amend By-Law The Region of Waterloo intends to amend By-law 00-031(Procedural By-law). The amendment to the Procedural By-law will include changes to allow Regional Council to continue to meet electronically. The by-law will be considered at a Special Regional Council Meeting scheduled for: Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. Regional Municipality of Waterloo Meeting to be held electronically You can provide your comments by making a written submission or by participating in the meeting by phone or video conference. Please provide a written submission to, or register as a delegation with, the Region's Council and Administrative Services Division at regionalclerk@regionofwaterloo.ca by 4:30 p.m. by Monday, August 10, 2020. If you require accessible services or technical assistance, please contact the Council and Administrative Services Division. This notice is in accordance with the "Municipal Act", 2001. Kris Fletcher, Director, Council and Administrative Services/ Regional Clerk All comments and information received from individuals, stakeholder groups and agencies regarding this by-law are being collected to assist the Region of Waterloo in making a decision. Under the "Municipal Act", personal information such as name, address, telephone number, and property location that may be included in a submission becomes part of the public record. Questions regarding the collection of this information should be referred to Council & Administrative Services. MAKE A LIFESAVING DIFFERENCE for patients in your community and beyond! Donate blood in Linwood on August 7 at the Linwood Community Centre, 5279 Ament Line, Wellesley from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Book online today at blood.ca or call 1-888-2DONATE! VISIT THE CAMBRIDGE FARMERS' MARKET on Saturday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 40 Dickson St., Cambridge. Guests are encouraged to visit the online map to see which vendors will be open and shoppers are encouraged to contact vendors directly to see if pre-ordering is available. Visit cambridge- farmersmarket.ca/en/index.aspx. CHECK OUT WHAT'S COOKING AT THE ST. JACOBS FARMERS' MARKET open year-round on Thurs- days and Saturdays 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Tuesdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Follow COVID-19 proto- cols. The market is located at 1386 King St. N., Woolwich. Email arketoffice@stjacobsmarket.com. THEMUSEUM IS NOW OPEN Wednesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All visitors are asked to purchase tickets in advance at THEMUSEUM.ca. Guests can bring their own mask, however they will also be available for a donation of $2. TheMuseum is located at 10 King St W, Kitchener. Admission is $7.99. COME VISIT THE DONKEY SANCTUARY VIRTUALLY! Donate now and you will be sent a link for the next Virtual Open Day (every Sunday). Staff will be on hand to answer all of your donkey-related questions. Donate by Friday at noon to receive that week's email link. Visit thedonkeysanctuary.ca to learn more LOOKING FOR SOMETHING FUN TO DO IN WATERLOO REGION THIS WEEKEND? It's safe to say that summer is very much here. Although, for most of us, this summer may look and feel a bit different. While we may find our- selves gathering and en- tertaining a little less, it doesn't mean that we can't enjoy the nice weather and the delicious treats that come with it! If you're looking for some easy ways to make some of your favourite summer treats a little bit healthier, I've got three simple ideas for you: 1. Healthy Hydration -- If your go-to beverage when it's hot out is a sug- ar-sweetened beverage like pop, sports drinks or juice, try infused water to give you the flavour you crave without all the add- ed sugar! To make infused water, simply grab your favou- rite pitcher and fill it with water and ice, next add your favourite fruit -- cit- rus and berries work well. Lastly, add some fresh herbs such as mint or rosemary. Pop the pitcher in the fridge for two to four hours to chill and enjoy. Some of my favourite flavour combinations in- clude strawberry, basil, and lemon or mint, lime, and pineapple. Anything goes, so get creative! 2. BBQ Dessert -- Looking for a fresh spin on summer desserts? Get creative by grilling fruit such as fresh peaches, pears, or pineapple. Grilling caramelizes the fruit to bring out the natural sugars for a sweet and satisfying dessert. Make sure your grill is clean before you get start- ed. Large chunks of fruit are easiest to grill but skewers can also be used for smaller fruit. Serve grilled fruit on its own, or sprinkle with cinnamon and serve with some ice cream. Grilled fruit can also add a sweet and refreshing burst of flavour to your salads or salsas. 3. Frozen Treats -- Have you been hearing that all-too-familiar ice cream truck tune in your neighbourhood lately? Ice cream has always been one of those must-have summer treats to help you cool down on a hot day. While ice cream can be a welcomed treat, if you're looking for something less indulgent, try swap- ping it out for a delicious and lighter smoothie pop! Just blend plain or va- nilla yogurt with your fa- vourite fresh or frozen fruit (add water if neces- sary) and pour the mix- ture into Popsicle moulds or paper cups with a pop- sicle stick. Pop them into your freezer until frozen. Smoothie pops can also be a fun breakfast option for kids! Heidi is a registered dietitian with Zehrs. She is part of a network of more than 70 dietitians who provide services like one-on-one phone consul- tations, online webinars, and recipe ideas at loca- tions across the country. To book an appointment, please visit bookadiet- itian.ca. OPINION THREE SIMPLE SWAPS FOR YOUR FAVOURITE SUMMER TREATS DURING PANDEMIC, WE CAN STILL ENJOY THE NICE WEATHER AND THE DELICIOUS TREATS THAT COME WITH IT, WRITES HEIDI POLA HEIDI POLA Column