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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2015-03-12, Page 19THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2015. PAGE 19. Hot Rocks coming to Blyth Ag. Society looks for input on potential partnership Making beautiful music Blyth’s annual World Day of Prayer celebration was held on Friday night at Trinity Anglican Church. The evening featured speakers Gary van Leeuwen and Hillie VanAmersfoort as well as music from violinist Emily Nicholson, left, and pianist Lynda McGregor, right. This year’s service was written by the women of The Bahamas. (Vicky Bremner photo) Continued from page 1 community centre, judged, and then moved to the IPM, which would be a lot more work than has historically been involved. Cummings said she viewed the potential partnership as a great opportunity and that those involved with the Brussels fair would have to make a decision soon before they lose their chance. (IPM Chair Jacquie Bishop told those at the Society’s annual general meeting last month that she would also be approaching fall fairs in Seaforth and Lucknow, but felt it right to approach those involved with the Brussels fair first.) In addition to Cummings and Noble, Brussels Fall Fair Ambassador Jamee Johnston and newly-elected Society Vice- President Matt Cardiff all spoke in favour of partnering with the IPM. Johnston said that changes will have to be made to the 2017 fair either way, to which Noble responded by saying that change is alright. She said the Society has been adapting to the changing times for over a century and this is just another chapter in that history. CHANGING FAIR DATE Two possibilities were universally shot down at last week’s meeting: simply going ahead with the fair on the same week as the IPM, but not partnering with the IPM and not holding a fair in 2017. Noble said that when the IPM was held in Dashwood, the Exeter Fall Fair was not held that year and it never reached full strength again and eventually folded. Cummings agreed, saying the fair wouldn’t survive taking a year off because both volunteers and exhibitors would simply move on. Both Noble and former Society Secretary Mary Douma outlined the fair schedule for 2017 and said it was very tight if organizers wanted to hold a fair that didn’t conflict with another area fair. Noble said that one major factor is the insertion of the ice into the community centre. There is no way Huron East would allow the fair to go any later, she said, as community centre employees are already beginning preparations to put in the centre’s ice on the Wednesday night of the fair, just hours after it’s concluded. Douma also said that moving the fair later would conflict with a 4-H show in Lucknow, which means the Brussels fair would lose its 4-H exhibitors, something no one was in favour of. If the fair was to be held earlier, there would be a number of events it could clash with, including the Seaforth and Mitchell Fall Fairs, the Elementary School Fair in Belgrave, the Walton TransCan and the annual reunion of the Huron Pioneer Thresher and Hobby Association in Blyth. Cummings, however, pointed out that if the IPM will be using the community centre for banquets, the ice may have to be delayed for a week anyway, although there was some doubt as to whether or not the IPM would be using the auditorium, the ice surface, or both for those banquets. Former President Jeff Cardiff pointed to the Brussels hockey partnership with Blyth as a potential solution. He said that maybe in 2017 the first week of games could be held exclusively in Blyth to free up the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre for fall fair and IPM activities. Secretary Brian Schlosser also pointed out that a number of other rooms at the community centre could be utilized if the fair dates are changed. If the ice surface is unavailable due to the fair being held on a later date, he said, perhaps the Society can put the auditorium space to maximum use, while at the same time using the centre’s upstairs for further display space. SEEKING INPUT There was a straw vote at last week’s meeting to determine how many of those in attendance would be in favour of the 2017 fall fair partnering with the IPM and while a majority did answer in the affirmative, several people felt that wasn’t enough. Cardiff said that he wouldn’t be comfortable with a simple majority of 51 per cent determining this move, but that it should be an overwhelming majority, to which most members agreed. President Merv Bauer suggested that over the course of the next month, directors and section heads bring the issue to their exhibitors and that the 4-H clubs be consulted before any final decision is made. He also said that the Society should invite Bishop back to a future meeting – likely in April or May – to answer further questions about the potential partnership and members agreed. The Society will meet next on Wednesday, April 1 at 7:30 p.m. at the Brussels Library. The Rolling Stones Tribute Show featuring Hot Rocks is coming to Blyth. Hot Rocks in full costume, delivers the look and sound of a contemporary Rolling Stones concert and plays all of their greatest hits. The band is led by Bob Wotherspoon as Mike Jagger and along with their solid rhythm section, Hot Rocks will have you believing you’re seeing The Stones. Having such amazing chemistry with each other for so many years now and knowing how to bring out the fun in life, Robert Wotherspoon and his band have travelled to the USA, South America, Jamaica and across Canada playing all the greatest hits of The Rolling Stones. Wotherspoon’s guitarists Richard Colgan and Jim Hubay not only play the part but also channel Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood’s energy throughout the performance for a very authentic line-up along with Brad Daniels on bass and Dave Bourque on drums. This five-piece band has always brought those moments back as if The Rolling Stones were really performing and the fans are so excited they are spreading the news. Tickets to see The Rolling Stones tribute show at 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 21 are on sale now for $29. Tickets are available at the theatre box office in Blyth, by phone at 519- 523-9300 or online at www.blythfestival.com 110 North Street, Goderich, ON 519-524-2686 www.huroncounty.ca/museum History Meets Fun at the Huron County Museum! Bring the whole family and search the Museum's exhibits for clues and for answers to brain teasing questions! This self-directed quest is open to groups of all sizes and ages. Great prizes to be won. Plus - Enjoy popcorn and a movie in our theatre each day at 1 p.m., and Thursday evening at 6 p.m. Included with regular admission and FREE to members. New! We've gone digital! Learn about objects on display in the History Hall with our in-gallery iPad app! 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