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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2015-05-14, Page 24PAGE 24. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015. Kids in the Kitchen returns Gallery seeks artists for annual community show Quality time Carol Sonnenburg, left, spent some quality time with her daughter Olivia on Sunday, which, of course, was Mother’s Day. The pair decided to get some sun and soak up some of the heat at the Blyth Lions Park to mark the special occasion. (Jasmine deBoer photo) Summer is just around the corner, and so is the “Kids in the Kitchen” travelling summer day camp. Across Huron County, six United Churches will host the program, which teaches children ages eight to 12 basic cooking skills through a morning of preparing fun-filled, healthy recipes. But there’s more to the week-long program than just cooking and eating: thoughtful discussions about where our food comes from, what is really “healthy” food, games, stories and more. The last day will feature a MasterChef cooking challenge for all participants, which will be shared with the parents over lunch. Additionally, the travelling day camp is offering another program for older youth, ages 10 to 15, called “MasterChef: The Ultimate Diet.” More advanced cooking skills will be introduced and the themes and discussions will focus on critical thinking and exploration of current “diet” trends such as Paleo and veganism. To accommodate potential summer jobs, this program will be held in the evening at two church sites – one at Blyth United, and the other at Lakeshore United, Goderich. Both of these half-day programs ask for a $20 donation for the week to help cover grocery costs. Registration is advised and participants are encouraged to contact the church nearest them to attend. Kids in the Kitchen, Travelling Summer Day Camp will run in the following churches. For more information, call your local United Church or Kathy Douglas, head of the program, at 519-523-4380. The camps are: July 6 – 10 at Blyth United Church ; July 13 – 17, Grand Bend United Church; July 20 – 24, Clinton United Church; July 27 – 31, St. Andrew’s United Church, Bayfield; Aug. 4 – 7, Brucefield Community United Church; Aug. 10 – 14, Lakeshore United Church, Goderich. The Blyth Festival Art Gallery is looking for art hobbyists, amateur crafters, professional artisans or recognized visual artists to display their work in the 2015 Community Show. This is a great opportunity for artists from Huron County to get exposure to a local audience or maybe even have a career breakthrough. Area residents are invited to submit one or two pieces in any media for the show. This is an annual, non-juried exhibition and features the creations of dozens of Huron County’s professional and hobby artists. The work will be accepted on the morning of Saturday, May 23. The show opens the same evening in the Bainton Gallery, situated in Blyth Memorial Hall beside the Blyth Festival box office. The exhibition runs until June 19. Included among the pieces on exhibit will be a wide range of media, from oil paintings and acrylics to photography, ceramics and glass. Not even the show curator is ever sure what exactly will be shown until the artists bring in their creations on Saturday morning. Artists are asked to bring their works (maximum of two) to the gallery on Saturday, May 23, between 9 a.m. and noon. Two- dimensional pieces must be framed or mounted suitable for hanging and not exceed 36” by 36”. Free standing sculptures must be no wider than 36”. A fee of $10 per piece is charged, and the work will be included in the exhibition. Parties interested in buying a work of art will be directed to the artist and no commission will be charged. All art must remain in the gallery for the complete length of the show and must be picked up on June 20. The Community Show 2015 is sponsored by Joan Perrie. The Art Gallery is open during Blyth Festival box office business hours. For more information and entry forms, please call Carol McDonnell at 519-523-9715 or e-mail mcdonnellcarol223@gmail.com The Brussels Lions Club’s annual Elimination Draw is being held on June 6 at the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre. Tickets are now on sale from Lions Club Members. This year’s entertainment will feature the “Shananigans” who are sure to entertain both young and old alike with the sounds of Ireland, Scotland and Wales, along with down east favourites from artists like Great Big Sea. The always popular clowns will return for the children with balloons and face painting. Each ticket admits two adults and dependent children to age 12 for a delicious roast beef and pork dinner with all the trimmings, entertainment and a chance of winning one of 28 cash prizes totalling $7,000. Three early bird draws for $100 each will take place on May 23 so get your tickets now in order to be entered. The annual Elimination Draw is one of the Clubs major fundraisers, the proceeds of which are used to support many worthwhile projects within the community, such as the club’s commitment to the Brussels Library renovation, as well as subsidized swimming lessons at the Brussels, Morris and Grey pool. The club also sponsors the Brussels Leo Club, which will be holding the official opening of the Libro Sports Pad during the evening of the Elimination Draw. The upgraded facility is the Leo Club’s first major project and is a significant accomplishment for this eager and talented young group. Only 500 tickets will be sold and, like past years, the draw is sure to be sold out early. Don’t be disappointed, get yours now. For additional information or to purchase tickets, please contact any member of the Brussels Lions Club. Auburn Co-op 519-526-7262 Belgrave Co-op 519-357-2711 WEEKEND DEALS 10" Hanging Baskets 2/$3000 Don’t Miss Our Annual Hot Dog Day Sat., May 16th 10 am - 1 pm Come out and support your local 4-H club. Dipladenia Basket May 15, 16 & 18 Check out our GREAT selection of hanging baskets, shrubs, trees, perennials, annuals and so much more! Reg. $25.99 $2099 Great selection of Patio Furniture Great selection of Patio Furniture You’re Invited Auburn Co-op ~ May 20th 11 am and 3 pm Belgrave Co-op ~ May 21st 11 am and 3 pm Enjoy snacks and refreshments while browsing the greenhouses with new stock arriving daily! Topics of the day will include how to grow and harvest herbs as well as cooking, storing and drying. Also...the good...the bad...and the ugly in the bug world. The bug world can be harmful...but not all bugs are bad. Learning the perfect balance will make your garden flourish and profit. For more information call Cindy in Auburn at 519-526-7262 or Janice in Belgrave at 519-357-2711 Huron Bay Co-op would like to invite you to bring a friend or the whole family to an Herb Garden & Bug Workshops featuring in-house expert Rhea Hamilton Seeger Elimination Draw set for June 6