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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2016-08-25, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, AUGUST 25, 2016. 11h1 rt 1'11'' 11'111!111' : What a night The Tragically Hip ended their current tour, which could very well be their last, in Kingston on Saturday with a concert that was seen by millions of people on television, on the internet and at local gatherings. The Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre was home to one such gathering, welcoming locals to the centre to watch the show and raise money for needed renovations to the Brussels Pool. When all the funds were counted, $2,200 was raised for the project that night. From left: Brian Keller of the Brussels Lions, Gary Clark of the Brussels Ministerial, Lisa Glanville of the Brussels Legion, Jason Crawford of the Brussels Optimists, Sandra Cable of the Brussels Ministerial and Mery Bauer of the Brussels Recreation Committee. (Vicky Bremner photo) At the Branch Comrades kept busy with local events By Jo -Ann McDonald There were lots of activities to keep the Comrades busy this past week at the Brussels Legion Branch. It started with members of the Branch going to the Walton TransCan to help with Bingo. Comrades Deb, Ross, Andy Overholt, Catrina Josling, Sandra Josling and Judy Lee helped run the well attended event for the members of motocross families. There was a good turnout of players for the Saturday afternoon euchre. Winners were: first, John Brown and Cathy MacDonald, 81; second, Hazel McGonigle and Janet Davies, 80; third, Mary Jane and Agnes, 73; lone hands, Shirley and Nancy, eight and low, Fannie Somers and Viola Adams, 44. The "Tragically Hip" live steaming event at the Brussels, Pool benefits from Tragically Hip concert A NOTE FROM BETTY By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-9231 Do you know any 90 -year-old man who is able to celebrate that birthday in the house where he was born? Family and friends spent Sunday afternoon with Emerson Mitchell as his life and time were reviewed and celebrated. Flowers and food in a tent and a smiling birthday boy made for a pretty fine party. The Brussels pool was the recipient of the efforts of community on Saturday night. The Olympics and then the much -awaited Tragically Hip concert live from Kingston were fun to view in a group. The size of the screen and the sound were thanks to Gary Clark and Optimist Club member Jason Crawford. The Recreation Board took responsibility for the evening and it went very well. Mery Bauer was the boss of the evening, even if he wasn't feeling well but he was ably helped by Darby Alcorn. I'm sure no other Hip concert had a bartender right from England for the job. So thanks Darby — you do good cleanup too! Lisa and Joan on chip detail were kept busy once the smell of chips and vinegar hit the tables. Fans aged two to 85 were together to mark this historic night and make the pool a little better. Smiling faces at the door greeted the fans and the donation jar showed that the community sees the pool as important and a quick count of the donations was $2,200. If you missed the evening and would like to donate see Abby or send a cheque to Huron East. In recognition of the Hip concert, the folks at Walton Motocross Tradition Part of the Queen of the Furrow competition held at the Huron County Plowing Match, which was held at the Fear family farm on Clegg Line this year, is the cake decorating event. Shown being culinarily creative are contestants Natalie Fear, left, and Lexi Merner. (Shawn Loughlin photo) Martin's Nursery TREES FOR SALE Containers & Field Grown Trees & Shrubs EMANUEL E.M. MARTIN 42661 Orangehill Road RR #1 Wroxeter, ON NOG 2X0 1 Concession North of Wroxeter on Belmore Line • Shade Trees • Fruit Trees • Spruce, Pine, Cedar • Shrubs Brussels Legion Fish Fry Enjoy fish and fries and all the fixins'! Sunday, August 28 5-7 pm Adults $15.00; 12 & Under $7.00 Preschool Free donated six tickets for Sunday. So interested folks signed up and when numbers were chosen the six winners were: Doug Bremner, Jackie DeWitt, Jason Burkholder, Jason Pennington, Ethan Burkholder and Evan Ducharme. I'm sure they enjoyed the day. For Doug it was a reminder that he was one of the racers when Chris first started the track. Oh yes, the years fly by. Jim Armstrong is getting older and so the Culture Club and their partners enjoyed a bountiful breakfast at the Armstrong estate on Monday to mark this occasion. If Leanne and Leona are looking for a new interest, they have our recommendation as caterers. The last flings of summer are in progress as the air smells like September and the kids are making plans for school. So enjoy this time. Bye now, Betty G.W. Morris and Grey Community Centre had Comrades Lisa Glanville and Joan Smith volunteering for the Branch. They were cooking french fries for a couple of hours for those attending. The event was a fundraiser for the pool. The Sunday night dance had a good crowd of just over 70 people attend and enjoy the music of the Country Versatiles. FROM BRUSSELS Brussels Farmers' Market Friday, August 26 2 pm - 6 pm Downtown Brussels Food: JouLouMou Delights - Shishkabobs Music: Leona Konig & The Serenaders Band Ticket Sales: Brussels Ag Society Gift Baskets, Paw Patrol, Midway eekly Vendor Draw Winne Adam Corbett The Citizen Wants to Heir from You!, PHOTO OF THE DAY Let us know what is happening in your area by I. emailing a picture for possible inclusion on our website's "Picture of the Day". Please include a small caption about the picture. 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