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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2013-06-06, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013. BMG Pool 2013 Pool open for public swimming June 8, 2 pm Lessons start June 10 Water Aerobics start in June, 8:30-9:30 pm Mondays and Wednesdays Please check out times for water aerobics and lesson lists at Big Suds Laundromat beside Cinnamon Jim’s. Water Art starts first week of July 1-2 pm Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays Early Morning Lane Swim ~ 6:30 - 7:30 am Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting June 10. Passes available for $50. Plant auction shines light on society’s good work I don’t think Ireland can have much on us for the variety of green that we’re showing at this time. Just stand still, look towards the horizon and bring your eyes back to your toes, all the while counting the shades of green. Mother Nature is at her showiest just now whetheryou’re walking in the bush orchecking the neighbours’ field or flowerbed. Canon Daniel Beuermann is the newest United Church person in Brussels. He looked angelic in his wee plaid shirt as his parents Patricia and Josh, sister and family looked on. Grandma Joan, Grandpa Neil and great-grandmothers smiled in admiration. We are so fortunate to have so many active volunteer groups in our community. Name a subject and a group is nearby to share knowledge, enthusiasm and common goals. The two that come to mind this week are the horticultural folks and the Lions Club. Both these have stood the test of time, and numbers and leadership retain hope for the future. A plant auction was held last week as a way to share vegetation, to raise funds and to have some fun. Kathy Workman and Lois Lee head theexecutive for the BrusselsHorticultural Society and keep their meetings interesting. On Monday the plants brought by members nearly overwhelmed the auctioneer Judy Hahn. Bargains were had, new plants in new gardens obtained, new knowledge of these plants and of course cash changed hands, all to keep our spaces pretty. As well these volunteers are the ones who look after the flowerbeds in the village and plant the boxes on Turnberry Street. Thank you so much – good work folks. Tradition is one of those comfortable words. Familiar, safe, family all come to mind when I say the word. The Lions elimination draw and dinner is a tradition every year. People regularly buy their ticket from the same members whether they go or not, just because it’s a good thing. The Lions Club has earned the support of communityover the years and each of usprobably has a favourite project of theirs. Did one of your children have swimming lessons, or enjoy a Lions exchange visit, or played in the park or were given funds to help your purpose? So we remember and support the Lions Club as they work hard to offer community an evening of sharing a meal, chat and a small chance of winning your money back. So the arena floor was teeming with people as the Ballagh Bunch and their great music put a spring in the steps and a tap in the feet as folks enjoyed the company of community. Thanks Lions, you did it again. Take care of yourself. Bye now, Betty G.W. Cruise the Med 519-291-4100 ~ Listowel, Ont. ABI’S AWESOME ANGELS TEXAS HORSESHOE TOURNAMENT Proceeds to Wingham and District Hospital Foundation Cancer Treatment Clinic Saturday, June 8, 2013 at 2:00 pm Location: Brussels Transport Ltd. Each team consists of 2 players Cost is $40.00 per team Beef on a bun included/refreshments available Contact Abi at 519-525-0385 or Lyn at 519-887-9052 CAFÉ More than just a great sandwich! 401 Turnberry St., Brussels 519-887-8011 www.michaelpickett.com Last Poor Boy Blues show of the season Blues in the Barn with award-winning acoustic roots singer/songwriter Michael Pickett Friday, June 21,8:30 pm Acoustic act of the year 2004 - Maple Blues Have dinner in the café then a 5 minute drive to Jim’s barn. Call for details/reservations. Dinner before the show 2 seatings 6 pm & 7:15 pm Up for grabs The Brussels Horticultural Society held its annual plant auction last week at the Brussels United Church. Plenty of items were up for sale, as Judy Hahn was more than happy to display. (Vicky Bremner photo) By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-9231 A NOTE FROM BETTY NEWS FROM BRUSSELS At the Branch Cadets hold year-end inspection By Jo-Ann McDonald The Brussels Cadet Corp held its year-end inspection on Tuesday evening. The Corp has now finished up their year at the Branch. A final fun outing is planned for the Corp. The Corp had over 30 Cadets, young men and women between the ages of 12 and 18 participate in the program this year. Many will go to summer camp for three to six weeks. The program resumes in September. The Brussels Lions Club held its meeting at the Brussels Legion on Monday evening. They enjoyed a roast beef dinner before continuing with their guest speaker and its business meeting. Helping out the Legion were Comrades Mabel Glanville, Deb Cann, Mary Bradshaw and Jo-Ann McDonald. The Saturday afternoon euchre had 13-and-a-half tables of players. Winners were: first, Charlie Shaw and John Pollard, 85; second, tied, Frank and Betty Hulley and Norm and Helen Dobson; third, tied, Lillian Appleby and Mary Bell and Doris Muir and Grace Corbett, 74; lone hands, John and Iola Subject, six; low, Nancy and Marilyn, 44. The Sunday night dance had a great crowd to enjoy the music and return of The John Heaman Band. Over 80 people enjoyed the night and dance. Comrades helping for the evening included Nanci Ducharme, Judy Lee, Mary Bradshaw and Jo-Ann McDonald. Got Married... Call for pricing & details 519-523-4792 or 519-887-9114 Share your news by placing your announcement in The Citizen