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The Citizen, 2015-04-09, Page 26PAGE 26. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2015. Alzheimer Society of Huron County introduces its first family- targeted event at the Walk for Alzheimer’s on May 2. The event will be part of the leading nation- wide awareness and fundraising campaigns for Alzheimer Societies across Canada. It’s a new event, evolving from the Walk for Memories, but as more people are affected by dementia, the need for support has escalated as well. For the first time ever the demand for support in Huron will instigate a wait list at the Society in 2015. Programs such as the Volunteer Companion Program, iPods for Memories, and Just for Us – respite services during Caregiver Support Groups – are not government funded, so the Society relies on the support of donors to continue to offer such invaluable services. By moving the event to the springtime the Alzheimer Society is hoping that families who are separated by distance can come together and eliminate the worry of winter weather being a deterrent. “We know that as Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias become more prevalent in our communities each year, more people are affected. A new trend we’re seeing is children who are learning at a very young age what dementia looks like, and they want to do something about it” says Jeanette Sears, Public Education Co- ordinator. “The Walk for Alzheimer’s will provide a chance for people of all ages to rally together in one location to show their support for loved ones, family and friends who are navigating their journey through dementia.” The Walk for Alzheimer’s will kick off from 317 Huron Road (Betty Cardno Memorial Centre) in Clinton with registration starting at 9 a.m. The walk will start at 10 a.m. “This really is an event for every age. The full course is five kilometres, but for those with mobility issues or young children, there are options for one-kilometre or three-kilometre distances for that individual goals can be set,” says Brittany Williams, events co- ordinator. After the walk people can enjoy musical entertainment, a barbecue lunch serving Hayter’s turkey burgers and fun activities for the kids. There will be a bus shuttling walkers from Wingham to Clinton the morning of the event – meeting at 9:15 a.m. at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex. Pick-up can be arranged along Hwy. 4 for those living in between Wingham and Clinton. Please RSVP by calling the Society office at 519- 482-1482 if you’d like to ride the bus. Families that have been faced with the challenges of dementia will lead the inaugural lap. If your family would like to take part or if you know of someone who should be honoured, please contact the Alzheimer Society office 519-482- 1482 to submit your nomination. “It’s all about community and bringing people together who are affected by this hard reality. No one’s alone through this journey and the Walk for Alzheimer’s is the perfect venue to voice that out loud,” says Williams. “We are appealing for the whole community to come together as we take our next steps forward to tackle dementia.” To register to Walk visit www.walkforalzheimers.ca and select the Huron Walk. The first 100 participants to register online and raise over $50 will receive a limited edition cinch bag on event day. The Society is also looking for volunteers to marshal the route. If you’d like to get involved please call 519-482-1482 or e-mail admin@alzheimerhuron.on.ca Country tribute coming soon Calling all Kenny Rogers fans! Don’t miss the international tribute show “Kenny Rogers and Friends” coming live to Blyth Memorial Hall on Sunday, April 19 for a special matinee performance at 3 p.m. This incredible All-Star country music show includes award-winning tributes to Kenny Rogers, Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton and “The Man In Black” Johnny Cash, backed by the fabulous Memphis Cats band. Direct from Las Vegas, “Kenny Rogers and Friends” stars the amazing Marty Edwards as Kenny, widely regarded amongst the top tribute artists in the world. With other headlining appearances in Atlantic City, Australia, Europe, South America and North America, Marty has also appeared Oprah, CNN and the Jay Leno Tonight Show. In fact, Edwards is frequently mistaken for Kenny Rogers in his daily travels. Even Kenny himself was taken aback upon his first meeting with Marty, and joked “Now don’t go getting me into any trouble!” Joining Edwards on stage will be the dazzling Wendy Engler as Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire, and the world’s best Johnny Cash tribute artist, Jim Yorfido. Song highlights include “The Gambler” “Coward of the County” “Ring of Fire” “Working 9 to 5” “Why Haven’t I Heard From You” “Lady” and as a special bonus, some incredible duets including “Islands in the Stream” amongst many audience favourites. Tickets to see “Kenny Rogers and Friends” on Sunday, April 19 at 3 p.m. in Blyth are on sale now, value priced at only $30 plus HST. Tickets can be purchased at Memorial Hall box office by phone at 519-523- 9300 or 1-877-862-5984 or online at www.BlythFestival.com Walk for Alzheimer’s coming to Clinton May 2 Learning history Blyth United Church hosted Letters from Home on March 30. The program, which features letters from soldiers during World War I being read and contrasted with minutes from local Women’s Institute meetings, is meant to shed some light on what life was like in Blyth and the surrounding communities during the first great war. The project is presented by the 14/19 Campaign, the Huron County Museum and Blyth Festival actor Marion Day, who was unable to make the event. After the readings, participants sat down and discussed the event and wrote their own letters in the same fashion as the soldiers featured in the performance. Shown workshopping their letters are, from left: 14/19 Administrator Karen Stewart, Gary Clark of the Brussels and Blyth United Churches, Huron County Museum staff member Claire Carter, 14/19 Project Director Peter Smith and Huron County Museum staff member Jenna Leifso. (Denny Scott photo) CALLING ALL KENNY ROGERS FANS!! THE ULTIMATE COUNTRY TRIBUTE SHOW!! KENNY ROGERS AND FRIENDS REBAREBA JOHNNYJOHNNY DOLLYDOLLY SUNDAY APRIL 19th @ 3PM - TICKETS $30 + HST BLYTH MEMORIAL HALL 423 Queen Street519-523-9300www.BlythFestival.com KENNYKENNY bybyMarty EdwardsMarty Edwards bybyWendy EnglerWendy Engler bybyJim YorfidoJim Yorfido bybyWendy EnglerWendy Engler Londesborough United Church 35th Annual SONGFEST Sunday, April 19 7 pm Featuring: The Firehouse Five The Honey Sweethearts The Snell Family Mark & Laurel Mitchell Londesboro United Church Choir Admission: $10.00 12 years & under Free Refreshments to Follow 273 Hamilton St., Blyth • 519-523-4590 www.blytheastsidedance.com Blyth East Side Dance Learn the Salsa Entertainment StopsStopsStopsStopsStops a l o n g the wayalongtheway A VISITORS’ GUIDE TO HURON COUNTY stopsalonglakehuron.com Look for entertainment ideas on our Stops Along the Way website at... 430 Queen Street, Blyth, Ontario 226-523-9720 Specialty Coffees & Espresso Bar LIVE ENTERTAINMENT April 18th 12:30 - 2:00 pm The gifts of Easter Continued from page 19 become God’s own “next of kin”! And there’s more – as sisters and brothers of Christ the unique God- man, we are given those in the church to be our kin also. Jesus said to Mary, “Go...to My brothers...” (Jn.20:17). Back in the village of Magdala her own family may have shunned her, but now she had a new family in those who trusted Christ. In the church we find connectedness, bonds of caring and compassion and sympathy, genuine concern for those who endeavour to follow the Lord amidst the challenges and burdens of everyday life. As Paul wrote to the church at Thessalonica, “Now about brotherly love we do not need to write to you, for you yourselves have been taught by God to love each other.” (1Thess. 4:9) Such wonderful gifts of Easter for those trusting in the Risen One: we can be known, needed and even next-of-kin! Hallelujah!