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Home My WebLink AboutThe Lucknow Sentinel, 2014-05-07, Page 22 Lucknow Sentinel • Wednesday, May 7, 2014 Students Enjoy DuffleBag Theatre Graham Martin Principal Ripley -Huron Community School Students in Grades 4-8 joined us from Lucknow for a DuffleBag Theatre perform- ance of "Les trois mous- quetaires" by d'Alexandre Dumas. It was a very interac- tive and entertaining way for students to sharpen their French language skills! Par- ents are also reminded that they are welcome to attend our French Cafe' on Tues. May13. What is DuffleBag Theatre? DuffleBag Theatre performs well-known stories in a new and fun way. They take stories and make them come alive through improvisation. In improvisation, there is no for- mal script. The performers have a rough idea of the sto- ryline and then they make up or adjust the story as they go along. They also invite audi- ence members to come up and take part in the play. Dur- ing the show, all of the stu- dents become involved by having to listen for certain "clue" words or phrases to which they must respond. (e.g. "When I say `Richlieu' every- one says Vive le roi.") Submitted Ripley School DuffleBag Students from Lucknow and Ripley schools are asked to participate in a improvisational french play at Ripley -Huron Community School. Health Unit Reminds Public about Danger of Rabies Huron County Health Unit The Huron County Health Unit is reminding residents about the danger of rabies. Public Health Inspector Patrick Landry says people need to remember that rabies is an almost always fatal disease that is preventable. Rabies is spread by the bite or scratch of an infected animal. It attacks the brain and spinal cord of warm-blooded animals, including humans. Landry says although Huron County hasn't had rabies in the wildlife popu- lation for a few years, we can't rule out the potential threat of rabies. "Animals most likely to transmit rabies in Huron County are skunks, raccoons, bats, and foxes. But people should remember that any wild mammal can transmit the disease if it carries the virus. Rabies is entirely pre- ventable. You can reduce your risk of rabies by: • avoiding contact with unfamiliar domestic ani- mals and all wild animals, especially when the animal is obviously ill, acting strangely or is found dead; • avoiding feeding unfa- miliar domestic animals and all wild animals; • not allowing pets to run loose outdoors; • keeping your pet's 7,1 OPENING FOR THE SEASON MAY 9th Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday I 8a.m. - 7p.m. Closed Tuesday & Sunday Large selection of: Bedding Plants Maple Syrup Planters Flowers Preserves Hanging Baskets Vegtables Honey Tomatoes Greens & More 1404 Grey Ox Ave (Conc. 4), Pine River Church East 8kms or North of Lucknow to Grey Ox Ave than 3km west rabies vaccination up-to-date; If you or a family member is bitten or scratched by any animal, immedi- ately wash the wound well with soap and water, then contact your doctor. The incident must be reported to the health unit for investigation and assessment of the risk for rabies. To protect you and your family from the virus vaccinate your pets. Rabies vaccination is mandatory for cats, dogs and some classes of horses in Huron County. Owners can be fined if they do not vaccinate. Each year the government of Ontario designates May as Rabies Awareness Month. For more informa- tion about rabies call the Huron County Health Unit at 519-482-3416 or visit www.huronhealthunit.ca. Ripley 4-H Sheep Club Holds First Meeting Submitted The 2014 4-H sheep club held their first meeting Monday April 21st At The Ripley Legion. Leaders this year are Anne MacInnes , 395-5987, Steve Hallam, and Amy Hiscock. New and returning members played name bingo before the meeting was called to order with the 4-H pledge. Members received their paperwork and hints on what to look for when picking out their project lamb. Anne stressed that all paperwork and the 4-H fee are due at the second meeting. Steve spoke on a lamb's needs, in regard to feed and shelter. Ryan & Claire assisted in a couple more mixer games. We discussed 4-H opportunities for different age groups through Ontario 4-H. This organization allows mem- bers to bring non -4-H friends to con- ferences and fun days. We then discussed local happen- ings including Road clean-up May 4th, Tree planting May 10th, and the Agricultural society Spaghetti supper fund-raiser May 25th. The 2nd meeting for this club will be May 13th at Purple Grove Com- munity Centre at 7:30. Members MUST return PAIF, Health & Safety sheets, & information sheet. Fees for 2014, $75, are due. Cheques payable to Bruce County 4-H association. Prizes were handed out for the bingo game and the meeting was adjourned. Juice and cookies provided by Mac - Innes Carpentry wound up the evening. Thanks to the Ripley Legion for their accommodations for the evening. 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