HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2009-04-02, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2009.
Locals will have some chances to
hear local musician Lyndon John
perform this spring as he prepares to
take on Switzerland at the renowned
Montreux Jazz Festival in July.
John, a reggae artist and 2008 Juno
nominee, will perform July 10 and
11 at the Festival, which has featured
such diverse talents as Ella
Fitzgerald, Eric Clapton, Dizzy
Gillespie, Oscar Peterson, Deep
Purple and Prince.
John, who performed at Junofest
as well as the Montreal and Calgary
Reggae Festivals, and also shows
around Ontario and Quebec, is
excited by the opportunity to play in
Switzerland. His wife, Julie,
submitted a media kit, and
organizers contacted him in March
to offer a slot.
But first, John, who resides in
Brussels, will be in concert just a
little closer to home, performing at
Cinnamon Jim’s upper deck on April
24. The night will feature a dinner as
well the show.
Appearing with John will be
Lorraine Reid of Toronto, an award-
winning R&B singer, who has
dueted with Cyndi Lauper and
opened for Destiny’s Child and
Coolio.
“It should be a good night with a
bit of everything when it comes
music,” said Julie. “The first thing
you will think when you meet
Lorraine Reid is ... classy. After that
you will be astounded by her voice
and charisma.”
Also, just a month before leaving
for Switzerland, John and his band
will provide the entertainment at the
Brussels Lions elimination draw on
June 6 at the arena.
While being slated in at the
Festival is exciting, Julie notes,
“Lyndon loves performing for people
close to home. He’s really looking
forward to playing at these
shows.”
So where did you spend Earth
Hour on Saturday evening? I hope it
will remain a vivid memory for you
as you go on with the rest of
2009.
This hour was set as an example, a
sample only of what you, as an
individual can do to help the crisis
we have with our energy
consumption. At the 8:30 mark,
lights went out and Ralph and I
shared stories, lots of candles and
food with Bella,Archie, Josh, Frank
and Kathy. I think the stories got
better as the candles dripped.
Queen Victoria, I think was
sleeping by 8:30 p.m. on Saturday
as she had a very busy afternoon at
the United Church greeting her
royal subjects. She was so pleased
that many attending her tea, came in
appropriate attire, and if her mood
continues Leona Armstrong and Bill
Farnell may well be on her
favourites list for their afternoon
dress.
Thanks to all who came, Chloe in
her pink hat, dress and elegant
gloves, the Jamestown duo who
reminded us of the class system of
old England and the Red Hat Ladies
of Wingham who always enjoy good
food and friends. You were all so
beautiful – you too Sir John.
The Harrison family were
celebrating life on Sunday when
they attended the United Church and
the baptism of Kayden. Katie and
Josh Wilson brought their beautiful
boy to Brussels for us to admire and
share the sacrament of baptism with
family and friends. Papa John and
Grandma Julie looked pretty pleased
with life on Sunday.
April has arrived and with it the
coming of Easter. Churches in the
village are setting up for Palm
Sunday. To enhance that celebration
the United folks are welcoming
several young people on Sunday as
they take their vows of fullmembership in the United Church ofCanada. Oh where do the years go?Starting on Monday,April 6, HolyWeek will be noted with noon hourservices that include lunch. For Monday, Tuesday andWednesday come to the UnitedChurch for the ecumenical time for
sharing faith and fellowship as we
approach the most significant time
of the Christian year.
Join us as we remember the events
of Holy Week.
I hope you were able to get at least
one person with an April Fool’s
trick, no matter how old it was.
Bye now, Betty G.W.
Musician to appear
at Montreux festival
Music maker
Preparing for his appearance at the Montreux Jazz Festival
in Switzerland this June, Brussels musician Lyndon John
will first treat local audiences at two venues. (File photo)
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COMING EVENTS
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BRUSSELS LEGION
for April
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, APRIL 4
Euchre tournament at 1:00 pm.
Bring your own partner.
Cash prizes. Lunch.
$5.00 per person. Door prizes.
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SUNDAY, APRIL 5
Sunday night dance from
7:00 - 11:00 pm
$10.00 per person. Lunch.
Enjoy the music of
John Heaman Band.
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SATURDAY, APRIL 11
George and Maxine Adams
60th Anniversary Open House
2:00 - 4:30 pm.
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SATURDAY, APRIL 18
Euchre tournament at 1:00 pm.
Bring your own partner.
Cash prizes. Lunch.
$5.00 per person. Door prizes.
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SATURDAY, APRIL 18
Howard and Joan Bernard
50th Anniversary Open House
2:00 - 4:00 pm.
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SUNDAY, APRIL 19
Sunday night dance from
7:00 - 11:00 pm
$10.00 per person.
Enjoy the Red Rascal Band.
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SATURDAY, APRIL 25
Brussels Public School
Fish Fry at the Legion.
Support the Grade 8
Graduation Class.
Watch for times.
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TUESDAY, APRIL 28
General Meeting and Elections
8:00 pm.
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Brussels
Optimists
would like to thank everyone who helped in making our
annual dinner/auction a huge success once again.
Everyone was very generous in donating toward the MS
Society and community betterment.
Thank You.
By Bonnie Gropp
The Citizen
By Jo-Ann McDonald
The week at the Brussels Legion
began with the general meeting held
on Tuesday evening, March 24.
There were over 20 Comrades in
attendance at the meeting. The
committee chairmen gave their
reports and new business was
discussed.
The members then discussed the
barrier-free proposal that had been
sent to the Comrades for their
consideration. There were questions
that John Rutledge answered to his
ability.
The question on funding of the
proposal was also raised. The
Branch intends on applying for all
possible funding from all sources.
The members voted to proceed.
There is a protocol that must be
followed and the next step is to
gather all necessary information to
be sent to Provincial Command.
They must approve any building
plan and evaluate the Branch’s
financial stability.
A financial committee was set
with five Comrades volunteering for
the committee.
An exciting new fundraising idea
was presented for the approval of
the membership. Comrade Linda
Bird is proposing an event calendar
to be published for the year 2010.
All service groups, churches, sports
groups, community groups,
agriculture groups, schools, etc. that
have annual events or are planning
an event for 2010 can advertise in
the calendar for a small fee.
The calendar will include all
Brussels, Walton, Cranbrook, Ethel,
Bluevale and Belgrave area events.
If your group hasn’t been contacted
At the Branch
20 attend
meeting
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