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The Citizen, 2013-03-07, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2013.The Brussels Lions Club will besubsidizing the cost of swimminglessons this year at the Brussels,Morris and Grey swimming pool.During a recent meeting, it wasdecided that the club would pay $20 towards the cost of each lessonregistration this year, making the cost of lessons more affordable for everyone than in previous years. Vouchers will be distributed and can be redeemed at the arena during the registration nights being held on March 5 and 7. In addition to benefits of learning water safety, swimming lessons are a major source of income for the pool and the recreation committee. Providing an opportunity to learn to swim at a young age was the primary drive when the Brussels Lions Club undertook to fundraise and build a community pool in the mid-1980s. Since that time, hundreds of children have had theopportunity to learn to swim close to home and in doing so, have provided employment to many local youth. The local pool has been a focal point for summer activity ever since. The local Lions Club has continued to fund capital expenditures at the facility since the pool was opened in 1986, including major upgrades which were undertaken last spring. It was felt that subsidizing lessons might be a more appropriate way to provide support to the community this year, by attracting as many as possible to the local pool. Spring is in the air. Okay I heard that on the radio and it was a very nice thought as I admire the pretty flakes floating down. Another good sign that spring will come is the garden show was in Stratford last week. The Lung Association organizes this event and brings many smiles to the faces of folks wandering through the exhibits dreaming of gardens and spring. It’s great to see all the local businesses showing their wares. Collecting business cards for another time – bird feeders that stick to windows, or sinks made from pretty rock or plants that float in ponds and of course lots and lots and lots of bulbs and seeds that are really wanting to come home with you. The theme this year was “reflections” and there was several folks from our area doing just that before they stepped back into the chill. If you find yourself with a quiet Wednesday afternoon, pop into the United Church for a chat and laugh. Don’t come if competitive cards is your nature. Depending on who is at your table, the rules seem to fly at times. Crib, Scrabble and crokinole seem to bring out interesting words and conversations as well. So give it a try. Links is every Wednesday 1:30 to 3 p.m. On Friday, World Day of Prayer was held at Melville Presbyterian Church with the area congregations By Jo-Ann McDonald The week at the Brussels Legion Branch began with the Brussels Lions Club hosting its monthly meeting. They enjoyed a roast pork dinner and then continued with their meeting. They then had a social time playing cards. Ladies of the Branch who helped included Jo-Ann McDonald, Mary Bradshaw, Mabel Glanville and Linda Bird. The Cadets cancelled their meeting on Tuesday evening due to the threat of the oncoming storm. The Branch held its executive and general meeting on Tuesday evening. There were eight executive members present. They committee examined the financial reports for the past few months. They approved a donation toward the cost of busing to Norwood for the Midget hockey team for playoffs. Ideas for upcoming fundraising events and postponing of other events were discussed. The sports report included a motion to give Ron Schmidt funds for expenses for his trip to Provincial dart competition in March. The Zone Convention is being held at the Branch on March 10 and the voting numbers for the Branch is two. Attendance for the day is expected to be around 80 and a dinner will be served following the afternoon’s proceedings. There will be representatives from the other 11 Branches in the Zone attending to elect a Zone and new deputy Zone Commander. The Thursday night darts had only 11 darters taking aim at the boards. Winners were: first, Sandra; second, John and Sheron Stadelmann; high shot, Gord Jacklin, 133 and Sandra, 138; high start, Deb Cann, 104. The Friday night supper of cabbage rolls was enjoyed by nearly 30 folks. Thanks to supper helpers Mary Bradshaw, Deb Cann and Mabel Glanville in Jo-Ann’s absence. This week’s supper will be roast beef. The Huron County dart league held its day of play at the Branch. The nearly 60 men started play at 1:30 and finished their day by 4:30 p.m. A reminder that the Branch still collects the pop cans and returnable bottles for their fundraising project. Continued from page 1 further training options. In addition, a representative from Service Canada will be at the meeting to make a presentation on Employment Insurance, including the application process and other supports and benefits. The idea behind the meeting, says Huron East Mayor Bernie MacLellan, is to help residents have all of their questions answered and paperwork filled out in one place at one time. He also said that the morning could include some information that employees didn’t know, like that they could receive severance packages through Service Canada. “We want to make sure we have as many people there as possible,” MacLellan said. “We want to have people there who can explain the next steps, relieve some concern and hopefully answer some questions.” In addition to representatives from Service Canada and Employment Ontario, and their various local branches, MacLellan will be at the meeting, as well as Knight. “Hopefully everyone will get all of their answers in one place,” MacLellan said, “because other than that, there’s not much else we can do.” For more information on the meeting, contact the Municipality of Huron East at 519-527-1060. A sign of the changing of the season, it will be time to spring forward on Sunday, March 10, as clocks go ahead one hour signalling the beginning of Daylight Saving Time. Traditionally Daylight Saving Time begins on the second Sunday of March every year. The official change-over takes place at 2 a.m. on the morning of March 10. The clocks will then remain that way until Nov. 2, when they go back again. MDL meeting this Friday Melville hosts World Day of Prayer Legion approves hockey donation At the Branch Lions to subsidize swimming costs Telling a story Melville Presbyterian Church in Brussels hosted a celebration of the World Day of Prayer on Thursday, Feb. 28. As part of the celebration, which focused on France this year, a group of women took to the front of the meeting room to read stories about women in France and their challenges and successes. Every year, a country is chosen to focus on for the World Day of Prayer. (Denny Scott photo) Spring forward Sunday Brussels Optimist Club Annual Spring Dinner & Auction On Saturday, March 23 The Brussels Optimists will be holding their Annual Spring Dinner and Auction (silent auction starting at 5:30 pm) at the BMG Community Centre ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT MEAL Catered by: Cardiff Catering Proceeds to Childhood Cancer and community betterment Tickets: $25 per person We are now looking for auction items for our silent and live auction. This is only made possible with your generous donations that we always receive in our small but mighty community. Thank you. For tickets to the event on March 23 or to donate auction items contact any Optimist or call Mike at 519-887-6449. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m. Supper at 6:30 p.m. Come out and support a great cause By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-9231 A NOTE FROM BETTY NEWS FROM BRUSSELS Continued on page 6