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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2011-03-03, Page 7THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2011. PAGE 7. It is a pleasure to be able to write a column this week without a note of sadness. Our area has suffered enough losses for a while and we can turn our attention to spring! It has been a month since the old groundhog predicted an early spring. We have experienced some very cold weather, but we have also had a few days that remind us that warmer weather is on the way. I even saw a couple of young people wearing shorts and no coats but I’m pretty sure it was not that warm outside. Enjoying a weekend away were Brenda Wheeler and Dona Knight. They spent a few days watching hockey and visiting with Brianne Wheeler at Colby College in Maine. They flew from Toronto to JFK Airport in New York City and then caught a connecting flight to Portland, Maine. They went to see Brianne play hockey on Friday evening and again on Saturday afternoon, the last two regular games before playoffs. Brianne’s team lost 4-0 on Friday night but Brianne still made 42 saves and they won the Saturday afternoon game 4-1. Brenda reports that Brianne says the good looking football players in the stands waving their shirts may have distracted her on the goal. The ladies went shopping on Saturday morning and no one can resist a few new things. Dona seemed to have had a little trouble closing her suitcase I am told. Saturday evening was the banquet for the team members and their parents. The school presented flowers to the senior graduating team members and they had an enjoyable evening. Special visitors in the Robinson household are from Vancouver. Jeff and Erin Robinson have Erin’s sister Jody with her six-month-old Eddie, visiting for a week or so. The Robinsons also had Erin’s parents from Sudbury for a few days visit to join the family gathering. The Cranbrook Dart Club had good turnouts for the last couple of weeks. They have a few regular folks away on holidays but those attending are getting pretty good. High shots were made by Sarah Joslin shooting 115 and Dave Rapson hitting 125 on Feb. 16. The next week Jane Zwep hit 132 and Brad Speiran hit a high of 134. February will be over when you read this and February was Heart and Stroke Month. Many folks will have been called upon by the many volunteers of the area. The weather has not always co-operated so some areas may not have been completed as yet or maybe canvassers have been busy, or folks not at home. Don’t be surprised if you are called upon this week but hopefully by the end of this week all canvassing will be finished. It’s a tie for Pete and Suzanne Terpstra. They have welcomed a baby girl to their family to make it two girls, two boys. Big sister Shawna is thrilled to have a baby sister, and brothers Cody and Logan will love their baby sister Carly. Congratulations to Daisy Wong and Ron Schmidt on their engagement. They are still enjoying the thrill of engagement and have yet to set a date. It was a celebration of a 65th birthday for Keith Johnston on Saturday evening at the home of daughter and son-in-law, Rob and Donna Stute. Wife Bonnie and children Carla and David and their their families were all on hand for the celebration. Extended family members and friends helped Keith celebrate being 65. Happy birthday Keith. The Ontario Plowmen’s Association held its annual meeting and celebrated its centennial on the weekend. It was 100 years ago in 1911 that the association was formed. Banquets were held in Guelph both on Friday and Saturday evening to celebrate the success of the association and to present awards to deserving members. There were five area Huron County men receive the etched glass award for 25 years of dedication. They were Brian McGavin, Jeff McGavin, Don Dodds, Paul Dodds and George Townsend of our area. All the men were in attendance except Jeff, who had previous commitments. Neil, Marie and Shelley McGavin were on hand for the Friday night celebration. Saturday evening was the second night of presentations and this time it was Neil McGavin and Graeme Craig of Walton who received the etched glass awards. They were the 50-year Centennial Award presented in recognition of 50 years of dedication. Helen Craig and Brian McGavin were on hand to congratulate the pair of men. Congratulations from all your Walton friends. We are pleased to report that Harold McCallum is home from hospital and is doing very well. Gerald Watson is a patient in Seaforth Hospital and visitors are welcome. Pat and Cathy Melady have returned from a vacation in Jamaica. Their children Brent, Alex and Shayna joined them and they report having a great time. They certainly enjoyed the amenities of the resort and the sun, sand and surf. John Lowe has returned from a cruise to the Caribbean. He went with some of his nursing friends from Stratford. They flew to Fort Lauderdale and had a couple of days to check out the area. They boarded the two-year-old ship Celebrity Solstice and sailed to San Juan, Puerto Rico, then to St. Thomas and then St. Maarten (Dutch Side). They spent two full days at each place. The first night on the ship, John was watching people on the upper level and said to himself, that looks like Matt Townsend, and that looks like his wife Amy and son Lucas. Sure enough, the next day he ran into the Townsend family at the buffet. They were on a cruise through a connection in the tire industry. The ship returned to Fort Lauderdale after the week and the group flew home. John reports a great time, great weather and would recommend the trip to one and all. It was a surprise for Danica McNichol when nearly 20 friends arrived to celebrate her 50th birthday. The party was secretly arranged by husband Jim, Christine Knight and Linda McDonald. She knew a couple of them were dropping by, but when a few more friends dropped by and decorations popped up and then food appeared, she knew a party was on. The group had fun, food and Danica is fabulous at 50. Congratulations to George Somers who celebrated his 80th birthday on March 2. Family members who were able to attend dinner at the Fireside Café were Ross, Rick and Janice and members of their families. There were around 20 in attendance including his wife Fannie and brother Pal. They returned to the home of Ross and Judy and enjoyed cake and ice cream and a social time visiting with each other. The Somers family treated members of the Presbyterian Church after service with cake and they all wished George a Happy Birthday. Graeme, Helen and Michael Craig have returned home from a month away spent in a much nicer climate. They drove to Nevada and spent time in Las Vegas, Nevada and at Lake Havasu City, Arizona. They travelled through Indianapolis, Amarillo, Oklahoma City and other great cities on their way to their destination. They were away for 24 days and had 24 days of sun with rain one night. It has been years since we have attended hockey games. Once our son was done playing minor hockey, it was something we didn’t have to go to anymore. When the Brussels PeeWee Bulls won the All Ontario Championship, we attended a few of those games in support of the Brussels team. Well, this weekend, that all changed. We attended three games in three nights to watch the Wingham Ironmen play against the Mitchell Hawks. They were very entertaining games and we enjoyed watching them. Celebrating birthdays to finish up the month of February were Beverly Stevenson, Andrew Black and leap- year babies, Ryan Baan and Nathan Bachert. The month of March is kicked off by Stacey Linton Courtney, Jeffrey Huether, Audrey McIlwain, Holly Ryan, George Somers, Megan den Dekker, Kathy Ryan and Ava Sutcliffe. Happy birthday to all. By Leona ArmstrongThe Huronlea Volunteer Auxiliaryheld its February meeting on FamilyDay in the activity room of Huronleawith 18 members present. Donna Howling, president welcomed everyone and thanked Olivia McHardy and Marie McCutcheon for their fruit loaves. Edna McLellan read a couple of humorous readings. The minutes of the last meeting were read by secretary, Lois Lee followed by Edna McLellan, treasurer giving the treasurer’s report. The treasurer reminded all members to pay their $2 membership fee. Glenn Howling will get prices for the next meeting on purchasing a new barbecue for the home. Melanie Cronin from theactivation department handed outthe March calendar and went overthe different events when they wouldappreciate assistance from members of the auxiliary. Leona Armstrong gave a report on the history of the auxiliary as follows: A meeting was called on Nov. 7, 1997 at 10 a.m. to see if there was enough interest to form a volunteer auxiliary for Huronlea. Eighteen people attended this first meeting. At this meeting it was decided to meet on the third Monday of each month. In 1998 23 members joined the auxiliary and they have been fortunate to have maintained the membership at 20 to 25 members over the years. The first executivewas president, Leona Armstrong;secretary, Edna McLellan andtreasurer, Dini Nethery. Chartermembers were: Leona Armstrong, Jean Bewley, Ethel Brewer, Kathy Bridge, Bev Brown, Audrey Cardiff, Sandra Clark, Margery Duizer, Chen Fransen, Wilma Higgins, Viola Kirkby, Yvonne Knight, Jean Mathers, Edna McLellan, Joan Miller, Dini Nethery, Brenda Perrie, Kay Roberts, Betty and John Robson, Nelva Scott, Sara Stephenson and Shirley Wheeler. Linda Smith had been organizing the craft sale each December at Huronlea, so in 1997 the auxiliary was able to help her. On Dec. 5, 1998 the auxiliary hosted the fifth annual craft sale. This event hascontinued to be a success each yearsponsored by the HuronleaVolunteer Auxiliary. Each year theyhave hosted a Mother’s Day Tea or Luncheon in connection with a plant sale, silent auction or bake sale. Over the years auxiliary members have helped with numerous activities held at the home. Funds have been raised to purchase items to enhance the quality of life of the residents at the home. Some of these items have been accessories for the guest room, a clock, comfort chair, bar cart, china dishes, gazebo, hair dressing or dentist’s chair, large TV and fireplace. Members holding offices are Huronlea Auxiliary holds February meeting Locals awarded by Plowmen’s Association WALTON 519-887- Workwear All Work Clothes 20%off March 11 & 25 ONLY! • Dotzert Gloves • Baffin Rubber Boots • Terra Work Boots Hours: Mon.-Fri. 6:30 am - 7 pm, Sat. 8 am - 7 pm, Closed Sun. Mom’s fresh baked goods available Fridays By Jo-Ann McDonald Call 887-6570 PEOPLE AROUND WALTON NEWS FROM WALTON Continued on page 22