HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2016-11-17, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2016.
Remembrance Day marks a thankful, somber time
We remember. Once a year we
stop and give thanks for the
thousands of people who put their
lives on hold to serve our country.
For many in our midst, the sadness
of death engulfs this November day
as family members are honoured and
remembered. The lost opportunities,
the missing young person and the
difficult times, are pondered with
loss as the base.
For us, we are in thanksgiving
mode as pictures of war play in our
minds and stories from years past are
recalled. Only because our young
people went into service are we able
to speak freely, move unrestricted
and enjoy the peace that Canada has.
At the Branch
Our whole area has been built on
newcomers to our country, whether
your folks came in the 1800s or the
1950s or last year, we live in a
wonderful country.
Oh yes, our past builds the present
and the next time you're speaking
with a new Canadian ask them what
the best part of living here is, and be
reminded of the sacrifices for that
gift. May we be so generous.
Autumn is our settling season.
With all the great weather this fall,
our preparation for winter should be
well in hand. It seems there's always
something else. Oh well, it will get
done or not. One autumn tradition
that remains is the fall/fowl suppers
that each community held. It was a
time to gather, enjoy the bounty of
the land and connect with the
neighbours. So several suppers have
been held and more are fast
approaching. so get the details and
tickets for the nights of your choice.
Looking back is always fun, but
getting ready and looking to the
future is more important. We do not
remain static, the world moves on
and so our minds need to be aware of
RD draws over 150
By Jo -Ann McDonald
It was a cold, crisp windy day but
with sunshine, for all attending the
Remembrance Day services. The
service was well attended by over
150 people including veterans,
branch members, Cadets, Pipe Band
members, North Woods Elementary
School students and members of the
public. The service was conducted
by President Jo -Ann McDonald and
Branch Padre Sandra Cable.
Following the cenotaph service,
the group attended the Brussels
United Church service conducted by
Sandra Cable. When the 60 or so
people returned to the Brussels
Legion Branch, they enjoyed a soup
and sandwich lunch. There were six
Branch members at the Huronlea
service with nearly 50 residents
attending.
The cenotaph had an extra
beautiful feature this year with the
placing of 47 ceramic poppies. The
poppies were made by many Huron
County volunteers during the
summer and over 550 were placed
around the Square in Goderich.
They were made to celebrate the
100th anniversary of the 161st
Huron Battalion that served during
the First World War. All Legion
Branches received the ceramic
poppies this past week to equal the
number of names of those lost
during the war engraved on the
cenotaph. The Branch is very
pleased to have received the 47 and
some of them are now displayed in
the Branch for all to see.
The Thursday night darts had 10
darters attend for the night's play.
Winners were: first, Deb Burch and
John Stadelmann; second, Wayne
Smith, Penny Reynolds and Sandra
Josling; high, Gord Jacklin, 117 and
sister Marlene Rutledge, 124.
Members and non-members can
come out to play darts which start at
8 p.m. and only cost $1. Darts are
available for use.
The Saturday afternoon euchre
had 11 tables of players. Winners
were: first, Gerard and Lou, 79;
second, tied, Ed and Marie Stewart
and Mac and Lillian with 77 and
split the second and third prize
winnings; lone hands, Paul Machan
and Barb White, 8 and low, went to
Judy Hahn and Edna McLellan, 41.
The Saturday night wings and
meat draws had a good crowd of
nearly 40 people enjoy the evening.
It was held downstairs for the
homey atmosphere and the wings
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changes that affect you, your life and
your interests. My good friend
Sheila Richards used to say you need
to have friends in every age group.
She was so right and we are in
trouble when we only see the view
that is comfortable to us. When we
are aware that others have differing
opinions, then change need not be a
surprise.
On Thursday evening the stores of
the village are offering you the
opportunity to view their wares. The
Open House of Turnberry Street is a
FROM BRUSSELS
Brussels Santa Claus Parade
Saturday, November 26
at 5:00 p.m.
Floats line up at the Brussels Arena (800 Sports Drive)
between 4:30 pm and 5:00 pm
We hope that you will come out and enjoy the evening!
The Brussels Morris and Grey
Recreation Committee
is hosting their annual Free Skating Party.
You can skate for free from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Hotdogs and pop will be available
for $1.00 each
JIuuil You
The Ladies Night Committee of the Brussels Ag Society would like to
thank everyone who attended our Ladies Harvest Social at the BMG
Arena on November 5th. Through your participation and support the
event was a success and we appreciate your help in making the
evening such a fantastic one!
We would also like to thank the IPM Committee, The Cowboy Loft and
Marita's Fashion Boutique for sponsoring our fashion show and getting
the night off to a great start. The outfits modeled were wonderful and
the models all did an amazing job. Thank you to all of the ladies,
gentlemen and children who volunteered to model.
Thank you as well to the brave women who volunteered to be
hypnotized by Mr. Jeff West. You provided the rest of us with immense
laughter and entertainment! You ladies were hilarious!
Also, thank you to everyone who made a donation. Whether it be
through a door prize or squash, your generous donation contributed to
the success of this night!
Thank you to Brussels Foodland and Pauleen Kerkhof of Epicure for
donating product to help create our hor d'oeuvres we served.
Lastly, I would like to thank the members of the Ag Society who helped
decorate, prepare food, and keep the night running smoothly. Special
thanks to Mary Ann, Kate, Peggy, Nicole, Dorothy, Cathy and Jennie
for all of your help in the planning process.You women were a pleasure
to work with!
Jenna Fischer
fun way to get in the Christmas tone,
meet people, enjoy some goodies
and celebrate our main street. Shop
at home, you will be impressed.
The 5R's annual meeting was
informative as usual, the number of
bags and boxes of donations was a
surprise to many and the fact that our
excess is passed along for resale and
repurposing made the 5R's group
happy.
Take care, Betty G.W.
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So come on out and have fun at
the parade and bring an item to
help someone in our community
have a better Christmas.
Brussels Agricultural Society
Ladies Harvest Social
Winners were:
Door Prizes
• Blanket scut donated by Janice Machan of Turning Heads and Making Waves
- Kaitlyn Armstrong of Brussels
• Gift Basket donated by Scott and Leanne Somers of Somers Electric
- Judy Somers of Brussels
• 2017 IPM Sweater donated by Andrew Baker - Abi Corbett of Brussels
• Bath and Body Works gift package donated by Julie Harrison
- Patricia Beuermann of Brussels
• Decorative Sign donated by Laura Hackett of The Woodshop
- Sharon Pryce of Seaforth
• Ladies Purse donated by Karen Smith of Old 86 Farmers Market
- Kathy Burkholder of Brussels
• Gift Basket donated by Terri and Pete Gray of The Gray's of Brussels B&B
- Lisa Henry of Brussels
Raffle Draw
• 75 minute hot stone massage donated by Coral Gingrich RMT
- Cheryl Riegling of Wingham
• 1 hour massage and Kalaya Lotion donated by Patricia Beuermann RMT
- Margaret McMahon of Gorrie
• Gift Basket donated by Brussels Ag Society - Lois McArter of Brussels
• Print donated by Darlene McCowan - Olivia McArter of Brussels
• Gift Certificate of $50 value for Christmas centrepiece or Urn
donated by Amanda White of Buds 'N Blossoms - Tammy King of Brussels
• $100 gift card for Joe Fresh donated by Joe Fresh Listowel
- Jessica Carnochan of Seaforth
Squash Game
• Mini IPAD donated by Bruce Power - Nicole Olson of Wingham
• $300 gift card for Ontario's Finest Inns donated by Bill and Peggy Aitchison
- Betty McCutcheon of Brussels
• Family Photo Session donated by Steph Moffat of Picture This Photography
- Joanne Flannigan of Seaforth