HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2015-02-05, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2015.
Lengthening days lead to discussions of future plans
February has arrived. The days are
already starting to lengthen and
supper time is not nearly so dark.
With this subtle change, thoughts
move into the future. In three
separate conversations this week, the
future plans of students took place.
New courses, new direction and new
schools were all in the plans that
need to be made fairly soon.
Looking on with excitement as
young people before our eyes
change and grow and are preparing
themselves for the future is such fun.
Opportunities are out there and it
takes courage for them to take the
steps to go into their unknown. It’s a
joy to watch as you wonder where
they’ll be, in say 10 years.
This is the season that many of our
people head south. For some, a
holiday in the warmth is needed and
for others a time of mission work is
at hand. Projects are set by the
community people in need and
volunteers are matched with the
work required, often with church
connection. The rewards are very
much two-fold. Houses are built,
water systems, schools and churches
are improved, culture is shared and
relationships built. The countries
may vary, but the rewards and the
results are all the same.
Our people come back with a
profound knowledge that we are
spoiled and that material things do
not bring happiness. Their new
friends have water at hand, a new
home or a place of education.
In our area we have people
involved in Haiti, Nicaragua and
Cuba to name a few of the recipient
countries. In this time when we are
enraged at the salaries of some of the
non-profit groups, the support we
offer to people we know when they
fly out to do good deeds seems like a
very good choice for a charitable
donation. Check with one of our
churches and they can probably tell
you about projects and people
involved.
Betty Gowing left for heaven last
week. As one of the ladies of the
community, Betty just moved into
old age like she did the rest of her
life – in quiet dignity. Betty was one
of those nice Anglican ladies was an
ever-present smile in their activities
for many years. SS #10 Morris folks
knew all those Gowing kids with
Betty and Carl at the helm of their
activities. Another good mom is
gone, leaving us memories and a
smile.
Mark the next three Tuesdays to
come to the United Church to hear,
chat and learn about dealing with
death. These will not be morbid
nights, but ones for enlightenment
and a few laughs, we hope.
Reverends Gary Clark and Elise
Feltrin of Bayfield are hosting.
Come for 7:30 p.m.
It’s heart month, spread love.
Betty G.W.
COMING EVENTS
at the
BRUSSELS LEGION
for February
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7
Saturday afternoon euchre
at 1:00 pm.
Bring your own partner.
Cash Prizes.
$5.00 per person. Lunch.
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8
Sunday night dance
from 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
$10.00 per person. Lunch.
Enjoy the music of
Country Ways.
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14
Valentine’s wings
and meat draws
from 5:00-9:00 pm
Drop by for food and fun
and bring your sweetheart!
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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18
Farm Succession/Business
Planning “Growing Forward 2
Program” Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Sponsored by Orr Insurance
- Contact Sholdice Insurance
to RSVP
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Saturday afternoon euchre
at 1:00 pm.
Bring your own partner.
Cash Prizes.
$5.00 per person. Lunch.
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22
Sunday night dance
from 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
$10.00 per person. Lunch.
Enjoy the music of
Tri-County Band.
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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Brussels Lions Club
Meet at 7:00 p.m.
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24
General meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Notice of Motion on Branch
regulations. All Comrades are
encouraged to attend.
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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25
Branch Public Speaking
Competition at 7:00 p.m. Come
out and support the youth and
enjoy an evening of wonderful
speeches. Snow date Thursday,
February 26th.
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26
Millstone Growers Meeting.
Starts 10:00 a.m.
Contact Millstone for info.
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Look for this ad the
first week of the month only.
Auditorium and small
meeting room available to rent.
Catering available.
Info and general inquiries
519-887-6562 or 519-887-6570
At the Branch
Branch preparing for creation of bylaws
By Jo-Ann McDonald
The week at the Brussels Legion
Branch started with the Lions Club
holding its meeting with 30
members present. They enjoyed a
roast pork dinner prior to the
meeting. Comrades helping in the
kitchen included Mary Bradshaw,
Linda Bird, Mabel Glanville, Judy
Lee and Jo-Ann McDonald.
Tuesday evening was the monthly
executive and general meeting.
There were seven Comrades present
to discuss the business of the
Branch. The major item for
discussion concerned the Branch
bylaws. Provincial Command has
mandated that all Branches submit
Branch bylaws.
President Jo-Ann attended a
session held at the Branch
concerning completing and
submitting the forms. She has,
along with Comrade Eric Ross,
completed the forms and presented
them to the meeting. It is required
that all members of Branch 218 have
an opportunity to have input into the
Branch regulations, so a notice of
motion was made by Comrade Eric
Ross. Notice of motion is hereby
given that the proposed general
bylaws for Branch 218 be presented
at the next general meeting of the
Branch, Feb. 24 for consideration,
discussion and a vote for acceptance.
Comrades of Branch 218 are
encouraged to attend and have a
voice in the consideration of
the bylaws. The meeting will be
held at 7 p.m.
The Thursday night darts had a
good group on hand for the night’s
play. Winners were: first, Roger
McHardy and Sandra Josling;
second, Daisy Wong, Gord Jacklin
and Sharon Robbins; high, Sandra,
125 and Gord, 105. Darts are every
Thursday evening at 8 p.m.
The Friday night supper had a
disappointing turnout of only 25
people to enjoy the delicious turkey
dinner. The cooks for the night
included Mary Bradshaw, Linda
Bird, Lisa Glanville and Joan
Warner. Prep ladies included Deb
Cann and Jo-Ann. Next week will be
roast pork.
Brussels Legion
Pipes and Drums
Practice
Thursday
evenings
at 7 p.m
Brussels Legion
Contact Don Martin at
519-887-6328
for more information.
An invitation to join our
street band.
Experience not
necessary.
Training available.
NEWS
FROM BRUSSELS
By Betty
Graber
Watson
Call
887-9231
A NOTE FROM BETTY
The new kids
The Brussels Lions Club welcomed four new members last month, bringing its membership
up to a robust 34. From left: Sponsor Kathy Nichol, new Lion Dawn McLeod, sponsor Mel
McCutcheon, new Lion Bob Kellington, sponsor Cora Alcock, new Lion Bryan Morton,
sponsor Greg Ducharme and new Lion Kamran Zafar. (Photo submitted)
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Join us for
Valentine’s wings
and meat draws
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14
from 5:00-9:00 pm
Brussels Legion
Drop by for food and fun and bring your sweetheart!
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