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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News Record, 2014-05-21, Page 3Square dancing a great way to get exercise and meet new people Clinton Wheel `n' Dealers Club celebrating 50 years on June 14 in Holmesville Dave Flaherty For the News Record On June 14, the Clinton Wheel 'n' Deal- ers Club will celebrate its 50th anniversary. For the past half -century, the group has provided an opportunity for residents to learn square dancing, get some exercise and meet new friends. Lois Wise -King of Clinton has been with the group since its inception. Wise -King said the social aspect of the club is one the main factors of why she has been involved for so long. "Everybody cares about everybody else," she said, noting she has made "hun- dreds of friends" in her 50 years with the club. "They have been great times," she said, "plus you get some good exercise." It also given her a chance to travel and take part in square dancing conventions in places such as London, Ottawa, Edmonton and even Nova Scotia just to name a few. Wise -King said many people might have misconceptions about square dancing. "People think of it being out in a barn," Wise -King said. "Modem square driving is much smoother than the old style. She said there are many levels of square dancing that can be learned, and it does take commitment. "It takes about a year to learn all the basics," she said, but added that you don't have to be an expert to enjoy the activity - as the best part is getting out and enjoying the company of others. "We have a saying that 'square dancing is friendly dancing set to music," she said. As for the 50th anniversary event on June 14, Wise -King said she is looking for- ward to catching up with some former members she hasn't seen in awhile. There are currently 60 members who come from Clinton, surrounding areas LEARN TO PLAY DUPLICATE BRIDGE Activate your mind, have fun and meet new friends Come alone or with a partner Goderich Bridge Club ACBL sanctioned Lessons start Monday, May 26th at Trinity Christian Reformed Church 245 Mill Road, Goderich Noon to 3:00 pm Cost: 520.00 first week (includes book) then $3.00 each week Contact Richard Papineau 519-440-5157 or email mideni1228@gmail.com and Huron County as a whole. The 50th anniversary celebra- tion takes place at the Holmesville Community Centre on Sat., June 14 starting at 7 p.m. For more information contact Deb and Fred at 519-525-8640 or Barb and Cole at 519-524-2250. Contributed photo Clinton Wheel 'n' Dealers celebrating 50 years on June 14 People enjoy themselves at a meeting of the Clinton Wheel 'n' Dealers. The group will celebrate its 50th anniversary at a special event to be held in Holmesville on June 14. Wednesday, May 21, 2014 • News Record 3 Dave Flaherty for the News Record Libro Credit Union donates $250 to Room 2 Grow Libro Credit Union recently donated $250 to Room 2 Grow in Clinton. Room 2 Grow is an organization that helps local woman throughout any kind of unplanned crisis pregnancy. Pictured here (left to right) are Lindsay 0' Brien, Heather MacDonald, Deb Meltor and Cheryl Kesselwood, Katelyn Watson and Linda Renkema, holding baby Reegan Watson. OFFICE HOURS The Office Hours for The Clinton News Record is as follows Mondays - 9am - 5pm Tuesdays - CLOSED Wednesdays - 9am - 5pm Thursdays - 9am - 5pm Fridays - 9am - 5pm Clinton News Record 53 Albert St., Clinton, ON PH: 519-482-3443 www.clintonnewsrecord.com Live racing made its return to the Huron County oval this past holiday weekend. The 10 race card was attended by many, and enjoyed by fans of all ages. We've made some changes to our grandstand facility at Clinton Raceway and we think you're going to like them. The entire building has a fresh coat of paint, it's been pressure washed and new steel replaces the old. Removing a portion of the mutuel line and opening up the kitchen/bar areas, provides more room for you. We've added extra TV's and replaced the stairs to the upper portion. The judges tower has also seen some significant changes. In the weeks to come, our parking lot will be entirely paved, and we'll be adding some bucket seating in the grandstand. We think these changes will improve the overall facility, and make Clinton Raceway an even better place to take in live harness racing. We would like to thank for your continued support, and we look forward to another great season in Clinton. Live racing continues next Sunday with a Standardbred Canada appreciation day pork bbq, and the chance to win great prizes. Sunday June 1 we invite all those aged 50 or better to join us for a great afternoon of live harness racing! Post time is 1:30pm All Summer Long! 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