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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2013-08-15, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2013. Engagement Amy & Jamie are En (wait for it)gaged!!! Congrats Love your family Forthcoming Marriage Malinda Jean, daughter of Margaret Exel and the late Henry Exel and Gregory James, son of Francis and Eugenia Zettler will be united in marriage on Saturday, August 17, 2013 The wedding will take place at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Walkerton at 2:30 pm Changes discussed for northern Huron East buildingsThe future may look a little different in the northern portion of Huron East with several buildings rapidly approaching their expiration dates, according to some Huron East councillors. Ahead of July 30’s council meeting at the Brussels Business and Cultural Centre (formerly Brussels Public School) council took a two- hour tour of four of its major northern area facilities: the Grey Fire Hall, the Grey Community Hall, the Brussels Library and the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre. While touring the Grey Community Hall, Grey Fire ChiefGary Boyer told councillors that thedepartment needs an addition ontothe current building. The addition would be an office, approximately the size of the Grey Community Hall, which is right beside the fire hall. There is no way, however, to feasibly join the two buildings, staff members said. Huron East Mayor Bernie MacLellan, however, said it would make sense to tear both buildings down and start fresh, either at the same site, or at a new site; a concept he would explore further at that night’s meeting. Architect John Rutledge was on site at the Brussels Library to take councillors through the expanded building for the first time. Severalcouncillors commented on the sizeof the addition, as well as howbrightly lit it was due to its tall windows. All comments were positive with councillors saying they were eager to see the project finished. At the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre, councillors heard of the problems with current dressing rooms not being able to accommodate many teams. Facilities Manager Abi Corbett walked councillors through several scenarios that would include the construction of new, larger dressing rooms that would accommodate older teams, more equipment and separate dressing rooms for bothgirls and boys.MacLellan supported Corbett’sclaims, stating that the centre didn’t even have “dressing rooms” in the traditional sense, saying that the arena has been getting by with its four “closets” for the last few decades. “If you can’t even fit a PeeWee team in them, you’ve got a real problem,” MacLellan said of the dressing rooms. Another issue with the community centre, said Corbett, was the inability, due to a lack of ventilation at the food booth, to cook and serve fried foods, a staple at any arena. At its meeting later that night, council decided to discuss issues at its facilities at a “level of service” strategic planning meeting later this year, potentially in October. By Shawn LoughlinThe Citizen Well on its way The new and improved Brussels Library was one of the stops on Huron East Council’s facilities tour through Brussels and Grey late last month. Stepping inside the renovated and expanded version of the Brussels Library for the first time were, from left: Mayor Bernie MacLellan, Councillor David Blaney, Councillor Dianne Diehl and their tour guide, who is more familiar with the new building than anyone, architect John Rutledge. (Shawn Loughlin photo) NEWS FROM BRUSSELS By Jo-Ann McDonald There were a lot of events at the Brussels Legion and for the work crews of the Branch. Friday kicked off the host of events with a fish fry in Mitchell. The crew fed almost 300 in under two hours. The great crew working was Rick and Jo-Ann McDonald, Judy Lee, Glenn Bridge, George Adams, Lloyd and Mabel Glanville. We cannot forget the prep crew of Deb Cann and Sharon Robbins who worked hard during the earlier part of the day. The fry crew went to work again on Saturday, this time at the Blyth Festival’s Bonanza weekend. They again did a great job feeding 200 with helpers Lisa Glanville, Sharon Robbins, Adam and Kelly Jarosz, Ron Schmidt, Eric Ross and Rick McDonald. The Saturday afternoon euchre had 10-and-a-half tables of players. Winners were: first, Ruth and Adeline, 77; second, Earl McNaughton and Jim Devereaux, 72; third, Hank Johnston and Murray Forbes, 68; lone hands, Hazel McGonigle, seven; low, Shirley Gilders and Marie, 41. The euchre was followed by a drop-by of a group of motorcycle enthusiasts. They were participating in a special ride which required finding the answers to questions provided to them. The group of over 25 would make about six stops while enjoying a tour of the area. They enjoyed a few sandwiches and refreshments and after an hour, were on their way to the next stop. The Brussels Agricultural Society held its annual ambassador competition at the Branch. The event had the four contestants meeting for the afternoon to have makeup, pictures, interviews, visits with previous ambassadors, dinner and then finally, the evening event. The full house of family, friends and members of the community were entertained, witnessed the poise and charm of the four contestants and then the big moment and the crowning of the new ambassador. Congratulations to Kabrina Bishop chosen as the new ambassador and to Ami Schimanski, Meagan Sholdice and Katelyn McKay for a job well done. Working for the Branch to provide dinner for the group was Jo-Ann McDonald and Judy Lee. The Sunday night dance had a good crowd enjoy the music of the Tri Country band. The nearly 80 had a nice night of dancing and enjoyed the light lunch. Western Day - Aug. 16 Brussels Farmers’ Market Fridays 2-6 pm Downtown 273 Hamilton St., Blyth • 519-523-4590 www.blytheastsidedance.com Blyth East Side Dance Learn the Salsa At the Branch Fish crew kept busy We’re into August. The month of all things good. So many emotions hit the surface with certain months. Summer ones often hold memories of times past – good ones, great ones and fun ones. Holiday time is precious, a time to reflect on your work of the year, as well as the time to grab the moment. Opportunities arrive and they are yours to enjoy. From Kid’s Corner last month, the children attending enjoyed the efforts of the Kintail on the Road crew as they explored the many ways of seeing things in a new way. New ways of seeing the poverty in our midst spurred the children to support North Huron Food share with their daily offerings. Once again when we share, it can make a big difference – last I heard over $400 was shared. Keep that attitude going. Lots of holiday stories are being shared – trips to Alaska and the Maritimes have made several folks happy. Camping is another popular pastime with lots of stories to share of areas of Ontario that we don’t routinely visit. Balsam Lake Provincial Park was a new spot for the Cranbrook Workmans and us to discover. It’s a great spot with clear water under the kayak, sandy bottom for swimming and very nice campsites. A visit to the smallest jail in Canada, now a senior-run gift shop in Coboconk was fun. As part of the Trent-Severn Waterway water gazing is eventful on Balsam Lake. Checks of the brothers Bob and Jim completed that period of our holiday time. Blues festivals are a long time part of summer in many cities. For Brussels on Saturday night, the blues came to us. Thanks to the passion of Jim Lee, Danny Brooks and The Brotherhood showed their talents and a lot of soul as they raised the rafters at the Presbyterian Church. Years of great music was offered in great fun, as the guitars, sax and drums were played by these seven veterans of the music world. They were needed the next morning in Kitchener to fill their spot in the four-day event that has been going for years. So thanks to Jim and Lois for bringing the music home. We’ve had lots of family time as Phil and Lauren are home from Alberta. A picture taken on Friday, actually many pictures, of me and my boys will have the descents wondering in years to come. I’m sitting holding the axe Chris, Curt and Phil are being their natural selves and Ralph is trying to get one with all of us in a good position. Anyway it felt right, me with the axe and them thinking I don’t know what they’re doing. Some things don’t change. A good time, like in many families over the summer, was had by all. Enjoy yourself, Betty G.W. Graduation Emily Prior graduated from Georgian College June 18th, 2013 from the Recreation and Leisure Study Program. Emily is continuing her studies in the fall at Sir Sandford Fleming College, Peterborough in the Therapeutic Recreation Program. Emily is the daughter of Tim and Donna Prior. Congratulations Emily and best wishes in your continued studies. Love Mom, Dad, Nathan and Taylor By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-9231 A NOTE FROM BETTY August brings vacations, memories