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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2012-04-26, Page 13THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 2012. PAGE 13. Fancy some fish? Faith Sebastian, a Grade 8 student at Brussels Public School, was on hand at the Brussels Legion on Saturday night for the class’s annual fish fry fundraiser, raising money for their graduation later this year. (Vicky Bremner photo) Last of the snowbirds return What a wind a week ago on Monday April 16. Many area folks out Walton way went without hydro for awhile due to trees coming down on power lines. The Braecker family was particularly hard hit with a tree close to their home taking out the power lines and pole in the yard. The tree was dragged away and the repairmen there within the hour. Upon inspection of the remaining trees in close proximity to the already fallen tree, it was decided that they were in poor shape and should also come down. Karen was outside at the back of the house the time the tree came down and she heard the thunderous snap of the tree. She was shocked to see the destruction it caused upon falling. The Braeckers had taken down 20 mature pines a month ago because of “old age” and now to having lost another six trees, their place looks very naked. Thankfully no-one was hurt, the buildings were not damaged and trees can be replanted. As I am writing this on Monday the wind is howling yet again. There was already a tented car shelter blown over first thing in the morning and it will not be surprising if more trees/limbs litter the road by the end of the day. Mondays prove windy I believe the last snowbird has returned from Florida. Margery Huether arrived last week and is making her rounds catching up with her many Walton, Brussels and Seaforth friends. Welcome back Margery! Don Dalton just keeps on celebrating his birthday. When the children gathered at Don and Pat’s home for Easter, they witnessed the arrival of yet another gift for Don. Good friend Lorne Glanville arrived at their place on a John Deere “M” tractor. Don had said many times over the years that his Dad had had that tractor and someday, he would like to have one too. Loving wife Pat sent Lorne on the search and was able to acquire the once-in-a- lifetime gift. Don was completely surprised and we look forward to Don parading his new “ride” around the area! A very talented young lady has captured top honours in her competitive sport. Teagan McGavin competed in Vaughan from Thursday until Sunday last week in Acro Dance at the Star Beat Competition. She is the daughter of Jeff and Shannon McGavin and is 11 years old. She danced once every day and twice on Saturday before being crowned as first place in the competitive Level 1 Solo in the Platinum Level achieving a score of over 94 per cent. She competed against dancers from all over Ontario. Teagan dances out of the Danceology Studio in Lucknow. Achieving second place in the same category as Teagan was Jeran Johnston, the daughter of Kelly Anderson and Kevin Johnston of Belgrave. Congratulations to both these talented young girls. A fishing trip to Owen Sound was enjoyed by a few local men last week. Mike and Kelly Boven and Dan Gilbert and a few others went on a charter to try their luck at catching salmon. They managed to catch four they could keep and three they had to throw back because of size. They encountered five-foot swells, but enjoyed their day. Visiting our area last week was Doris Johnson McKinley from Nova Scotia. I’m sure she was visiting her sister Leona Armstrong, but she also made time to see Graeme Craig. Doris has agreed to lead the choir for Duff’s anniversary in June. She has chosen some special music and Graeme is recruiting former choir members to be sure and join us thatday.Another former area lady visitingis Eileen Glanville Duncan fromWoodstock. She is catching up with sisters Marlene Hill and Marjorie Horst. She has caught up with many of her brothers at the job site of Lorne and Bonnie Glanville’s new home. Finishing his year at the Olds Agricultural College in Alberta is Brandon McGavin. He and two friends left Olds after writing their final exam on Thursday and were in Manitoba Thursday night. They were on the road early and drove straight through until arriving at 7 a.m. Saturday morning. A trio of tired boys, but glad to be home for the summer. Welcome back Brandon! The Walton Women’s Institute held its annual meeting at the Walton Inn last Wednesday. They enjoyed dinner and then their annual meeting and the installation of officers. They are carrying on for another year, even though they only have seven members. Jean Gloor of Mitchell was the guest speaker and installing officer. President is Ruth Axtmann; secretary-treasurer, Helen Craig, Tweedsmuir History. Marion Godkin; ROSE Committee, Marjory Humphries; PRO, Brenda Perrie and members-at-large, Mary Humphries and Margaret McInroy. A very interesting and entertaining fundraiser the Institute has taken on is the sale of the tickets for “The 30s Show”. It is a musical featuring the music of the 30s with songs like“You’re The Top”, “Getting to KnowYou”, “ Cheek to Cheek” and manymore. Talented singers Barry Mahonand Janice McIntrye along with the Walsh sisters dancing and four members of the Harmony Kings will entertain with songs, dance, stories and jokes from the dirty 30s. The show is Mother’s Day weekend at the Blyth Festival on the Saturday evening, May 12. Tickets booked through the Institute will benefit the ladies and their programs. Feel free to contact Margaret McInroy 519- 368-5787, Helen Craig 519-887- 9381 or Ruth Axtman 519-527-0107 for information on times, date and price of tickets. The McKillop birthday girls met at the Walton Inn on Monday morning to celebrate Carol Rennick’s birthday. The group of eight enjoyed breakfast and catching up with each other. Helping celebrate was Carol’s son Shawn along with lady friends Karen Braecker, Judy Beuerman, Brenda Bernard, Marlene Glanville, Yolanda Gubelman and Jeanette Robinson. Happy birthday Carol! Celebrating birthdays this past week include Stan McClure, Gail Searle, Sheldon Courtney, Tammy Martene, Darrell McClure, Robert McLachan, Amanda Morrison, Jeff McKee, Avery Boven, Derrick Bachert, Isobel Burke, Margery Huether, Tanner Steffler and Cody Terpstra. Happy birthday to all! By Jo-Ann McDonald Call 887-6570 PEOPLE AROUNDWALTON The NHL playoffs are on and for some hardcore fans, going to see your team, the Ottawa Senators play, is a must. Scott McDonald and Kevin Murray are these fans and they were off to Ottawa. They went to game three of the Ottawa Senators and New York Rangers series on Monday, April 16th to see the game. They had prime seats, three rows up behind the Senators bench. We watched carefully, but did not see the boys. It was a really good game but unfortunately, the Senators lost 1-0. The travelling couple of Tanner and Loni Leslie have been visiting the island of Koh Phi Phi. They rented a long tail boat and went over to Koh Phi Phi Ley Island, where the movie The Beach with Leonardo DeCaprio was filmed. The island and beach were crawling with tourists, but was really neat they report. They went swimming in the crystal clear lagoon and went snorkelling and saw some beautiful fish. The return trip on the boat that night, had them witness the most beautiful sunset! They went onto Monkey Beach where the tourists were feeding bananas to about 15 monkeys. They were really cute! The couple went to see Doctor Fish. They paid $5 and put their feet into a tank of fish. The fish ate the dead skin off their feet and legs. They report it was a crazy sensation- kind of tickling at first and then felt okay after you relaxed. They said their skin felt very soft the next day. They are going to Phuket and the beach town of Kata next and we hope to hear from them again. Sounds like a trip of a lifetime for the couple. The residents of Jamestown have lost a long-time resident with Elizabeth McKercher moving to Listowel. She has an apartment on Inkerman Street and seems to be enjoying her new surroundings. She is lucky to have her sister in the same building, so they can visit all the time. Elizabeth will be seen around Brussels from time to time, as long as the weather is good. Congratulations to Sherri and Jeff Hamilton on the birth of a son, Cole. He was welcomed home by big sister Brooke. Excited grandparents are Brian and Dianne Huether. Get-well wishes or speedy recovery hopes go to Sandy Huether. She has undergone shoulder surgery to fix a torn rotator cuff and will be laid up for awhile. It has only been a NOW IS THE TIME TO PLANT! Drop by today for the best selection on beautiful fruit trees, evergreens, shrubs and so much more! 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May 2 is the UCW meeting and will be held at 7:30 p.m. Rev. Peter announced that $360 was raised through the loose change collection for the building of the school in Sierra Leone. Cleanup day at Camp Menesetung is May 5, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. and volunteers are appreciated. Credit for student hours can be earned. Breakfast was held following church with Marie McGavin, Shelley and Tyson McGavin, Betty McCallum and Karen Hoegy providing the delicious fare of ham, eggs, hash brown casserole, pancakes, muffins and fruit A short meeting concerning the upcoming anniversary in June was held following the breakfast. The prices for a tent were discussed and with the uplifting response already received, a tent will be required. The UCW will discuss their needs at their meeting in May. Graeme requested former choir members contact him about singing in the choir. Practice will be late Saturday afternoon and prior to service Sunday morning. Phyllis has planned an old-time dance for the Saturday evening at the Walton Hall. She has arranged the music and old-time prices of 35 cents for hotdogs will be charged. Families are asked to consider supplying flowers in memory of loved ones for the service. There are committees still needing some help and volunteers. Duff’s anniversary meeting set for May 1 NEWS FROM WALTON Continued on page 19