HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2010-02-04, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2010.
February has arrived in all its
wonder and yes winter is slipping
away.
With all the news of disaster in
Haiti, our white stuff looks pretty
fine covering the ground like a nice
fluffy blanket.
The spirits are good with our three
friends in London. Mary Bone, Edna
Pearson and Sheila Richards
continue to make London home base
for now as their health issues are
tended.
Greetings ladies we miss each oneof you in Brussels.Ralph and I are just back fromholidays in Tucson, Arizona. Familyparties were the first reasons forgoing, escaping snow was next onthe list and seeing new places wasright up there as well.Our destination was the home ofBarry and Jose Watson in southern
Arizona. Barry is one of four sons of
Gene and Reg who did some of his
growing up in our area and worked
with Bill McWhirter many years
ago.
Birthdays of 70 years and a 50th
wedding anniversary were the main
cause of the family gathering.
Brothers Joe from Waterloo and Jim
from Florida as well as cousins
Keith from Whitechurch and Ralph
along with their spouses made a
good party that took many forms.
Being near the Mexican border,
this influence is seen in the housing
as well as the menu, so the party hadfoods that are not often seen inHuron, but are good. Havingoranges and grapefruit growing inthe backyard all ready for eating wasa very nice way to start and end theday. An in-house juicer was anothergroup activity that caused muchlaughter. Orange trees are not nearlyas nice to pick from as apple trees
but orange picker is now on my
résumé.
When families get together, new
stories always surface and we heard
some good ones that involved car
adaptations of many makes, time
spent with Roy Kennedy and fine
tuning the printing press for the old
Brussels Post, farming antics with
boys and many many more.
I can now see why the mothers,
Gene and Alma are so serene.
Travelling from Tucson we saw
desert exhibits, museums, new
vegetation, botanical gardens and a
whole new view of desert life. Weonly travelled south, as snow hadfallen in the north of the state. Wesaw magnificent caverns in theKatchner State Park whereeducation and preservation of theliving cave are more important thantourism.Another day touring Biosphere 2where all the sciences come together
to study the balance needed for our
world to continue was also a real
wonder.
The desert is such a contrast for
us, cactus replace trees, sand for dirt,
animals not seen here all made for a
good holiday.
Back to the land of the snow
where we celebrate each day for it
uniqueness.
We’re still in flu and cold season
so take care of yourself, eat right,
breathe deep and wash your hands
often.
Bye now, Betty G.W.
By Jo-Ann McDonald
The Brussels Legion’s executive
and general meetings were held on
Tuesday evening, Jan. 26, with 10
Comrades present.
Reports were given by the
attending committee chairmen. The
final report for the 2009 poppy
campaign was given by Comrade
Catrina Josling showing a positive
for the Branch.
Members not having their dues
paid by now are not in good standing
and will have to be reinstated by the
Branch to continue to be members
of the Royal Canadian Legion.
Membership at this time is down and
new members are needed.
Interested parties can contact the
Branch or membership chairman
Greg Wilson for information on
joining. You do not need a veteran
affiliation to become members of the
Legion.
The Thursday night darts had 15
darters out to play on the stormy
Thursday evening. The first-place
team was Glenn Zehr, Kaye Smith
and Sharon Robbins. The second-
place team was Roger McHardy and
Deb Burch. The high shot of the
night was by Sandra Josling hitting
140. There are two high starts, Deb
Cann with 87 and Gord Jacklin with
82.
Missing from last week’s report
was the trio of players that earned
the first skunk of the season. Harry
Smith, Don Scott and Sharon
Robbins had a bad game not being
able to double in.
The Friday night supper of
lasagna was enjoyed by a smaller
crowd than usual. This week pork
chops will be on the menu.
The Brussels Pipe Band, in
recognition of receiving a Trillium
grant, has had a mosaic of pictures
framed. It was on display the night
of the Robbie Burns night and will
soon hang on the pipe band wall in
the lounge downstairs.
The Wingham and District
Hospital Auxiliary is hosting euchre
on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in the Terrace
Room. Admission is $4 per person.
At the Auxiliary meeting
members were told that the new
physician, Dr. Shuffield, is expected
to arrive in March.
Victoria Hoy has taken over the
position of teen volunteer co-
ordinator from Rose Mary LaRose,
who directed the volunteers for
many years. Hoy outlined the
requirements and qualifications to
become a teen volunteer. Any young
people interested in the healthcare
field are encouraged to enroll.
Currently there are 12 teen
volunteers.
The poinsettia tea, hosted by
Susan Hall at her home was a
success. Draws were won, tea
served and food enjoyed to the
background music played by Dr.
Jim Hall.
The rummage sale was also a
success thanks to the volunteers’
efforts. The Auxiliary is now
gearing up for the spring sale in
April.
There are still Olympic items for
sale in the gift shop.
Auxiliary volunteers are at the
controlled entrance to assist visitors
during visiting hours.
The next Auxiliary meeting is
April 19 at 1:30 p.m. New members
are always welcome.
WDH Auxiliary
to host euchres
At the Branch
Legion holds executive, general meetings
NEWS
FROM BRUSSELS
By BettyGraberWatsonCall 887-6236887-9231A NOTE FROM BETTY
COMING EVENTS
at the
BRUSSELS LEGION
for February
Look for this ad the
first week of the month only.
Auditorium and small
meeting room available to rent.
Catering available.
Info and general inquiries
519-887-6562 or 519-887-6570
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6
Euchre tournament at 1:00 pm.
Bring your own partner.
Cash prizes. $5.00 per person.
Lunch. Door Prizes.
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7
No Sunday Night Dance.
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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10
Huron County Dairy Producers
meeting.
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13
Valentine’s Wings, fries
and meat draws. Starts at 4:30.
Everyone welcome to
come out and have fun.
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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Valentine’s Luncheon at
12:00 - 1:00 pm.
Ham and scalloped potatoes.
$8.00 per person.
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20
Euchre tournament at 1:00 pm.
Bring your own partner.
Cash prizes. $5.00 per person.
Lunch. Door Prizes.
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Sunday Night Dance
from 7:00 - 11:00 pm.
$10.00 per person. Lunch.
Enjoy the “Country Versatiles.
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23
No General meeting
- postponed until March 12.
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St. John Ambulance
1st Aid and CPR
at
Brussels Fire Hall
starts
March 1, 2010
6:30 pm
Call Betty
519-887-9231
The Citizen
offices will be closed on
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15
for
The deadline for the
February 18 paper
will be
Friday,
February 12
2 pm in Brussels
and
4 pm in Blyth
CAFÉ
More than just a great sandwich!
Appearing Live
in the Upper Deck
on May 21
MORGAN DAVIS
Juno & Maple Blues
Award Winner
401 Turnberry St., Brussels 519-887-8011
Friday Night
5 pm - 7 pm
Feb. 5 ~ Stuffed Baked Salmon
~ Mr. Hedley’s
pan-fried trout
Feb. 12 ~ Rolled Ribs & Dressing
Feb. 19 ~ Chicken Cordon Bleu
Saturday, February 13
Valentine’s Dinner &
Open Mic Night
Now taking reservations
Have dinner with your sweetheart from 6-8 pm
(choice of our Friday night entreés) $35.00
and stay for our first live Open Mic Night 8:30 pm
~ hosted by Ron Kellerman
All amateur musicians welcome to perform ~ Call Jim for details
Sweets for your
Sweetheart
New selection of premium quality
chocolates have just arrived.
Made by Chocolate Barr’s of Stratford.
♥ Boxed chocolates & bagged treats
like peanut brittle, mints & more!
Huge assortment of giftware and collectibles
25%off until February 13
including Willow Tree Angels, Edens Angels,
Inspirational Plaques.
Your one-stop Valentine’s Shop!
OLDFIELD
Brussels 519-887-6851
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