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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2009-07-02, Page 2“O Canada, glorious and free …” I hope Canada Day was as time to make you proud and very, very thankful. We take our lives for granted and all it takes is a look in a magazine or newspaper, or watch the news on television to be quickly reminded. Oh yes we have glorious and free lives. We are free from war-torn streets and gun and rocket blast, the related injuries are not part of aCanadian day. Pictures show filthand pollution as part of the day so tomany, clean water running from atap would be a miracle. A home,with walls and a roof is a gift.Our food supply, which weassume should be daily ours,portrays an utter feast to many in ourworld. Deprivation and oppression are just a part of life for many. To us the wrong party in government is nasty. O Canada … make us appreciative and verbally supportive of our every day miracles that we call our life. So keep the flag flying, wear the red and white and hum on a regular basis. The Grade 8 graduations were a time to remember and celebrate. Memories of the path from kindergarten were shared, laughsover the years were remembered anddreams of the future wereconsidered. All these young peoplewere ready to take the next step intothe future.As proud parents, teachers andgrandparents joined the celebration,winsome smiles were seen. In realitythey were wondering where the years go, when did that wee person leave and are they ready for the big world. And the graduates says yes, bring it on, we’re ready to share our joy and talents to make this an even better world, so let’s get at it. Tyler Jutzi, a proud Brussels graduate of eight years, brought his greetings and thoughts to the class. He conveyed the reality of setting goals, working hard and seeing dreams become your reality.Tyler was a great choice as aspeaker to the class as his is still awork in progress. He talked abouthis choices, he volunteers his time,travels (Nepal and Italy for starters)and finishes his degree in business.Way to go Tyler.So to all the graduates of Grade 8,set the goal, dream a little, work hard and ever and always enjoy each day. Did you get to try the Nordic walking? We were holidaying and hope the opportunity returns. It looks like fun – ha. The pool is a popular spot these days. Just a walk past, or even better a dip in, with all the chatting and laughter improves the day. Try it. Enjoy July. Bye now, Betty G.W. PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2009. At approximately 3:30 p.m. on June 28, a motorcycle with two riders and a car collided at the intersections of Cranbrook Road and Livingston Line in Huron East. According to police, the motorcycle has been travelling south on Livingston Line which is controlled with a yield sign. The car was travelling west on Cranbrook Road. The two motorcycle riders were initially taken to the Listowel hospital but were then taken to London Health Sciences Centre for treatment of critical injuries. The 48- year-old male driver and the 47-year- old female passenger are both from the Kitchener area. The car was being driven by a 17- year-old male with a 44-year-old female passenger. They are both from the Brussels area. The two occupants of the car were treated at the scene for minor injuries. Both had been wearing their seatbelts. The intersection was closed for several hours as OPP Technical Collision investigators examined the scene. The investigation continues and charges may be pending. By Jo-Ann McDonald It has been a very busy week at the Brussels Legion Branch. Brussels Public School held its Grade 8 graduation banquet and awards on Tuesday evening, June 23. The decorating began on Sunday afternoon, then Monday evening many more parents and students arrived to turn the hall into a beautiful setting of lime green, aqua blue, brown and white with ivy, plants and garden ornaments. Tuesday during the day the finishing touches were added and all was ready. The 19 graduates and the 151 parents, teachers and guests arrived to enjoy a roast turkey and roast beef dinner served by the Branch. Following the dinner the awards were presented to many students. Courtney Bloemberg and Jacob McGavin received the Royal Canadian Branch 218 Proficiency Awards presented by Comrade Eric Ross. Congratulations to all the graduating students. The graduates and the invited Grade 7 students (with their parental chaperones) then enjoyed a dance following the conclusion of the awards. Comrades helping out for the dinner were Linda Bird, Deb Cann, Judy Lee, Mabel Glanville, Sharon Robbins, Catrina Josling, Nicole Lowe and Jo-Ann McDonald. The final Friday night supper was attended by nearly 50 diners. On the menu was roast beef, turkey and chicken breast. The cooks are taking the summer off and the suppers will return in the fall. Thanks to all who have supported the Branch suppers and hopefully next year, we will have more Comrades taking part in the cooking. Saturday was a busy day at the Branch with both the afternoon euchre and the fish fry. The first- place team was Ivan Bennewies and Ken Engel with 74 points. Two teams each had 73 points, Dorothy Carter and Joann MacDonald and Lloyd and Lillian Appleby, so shared the second and third place prize money. The lone hand prizes went to Sue Park and Willis for the men. Wishing they had had better cards to play were Ariel Woods and Hazel McGonigle, who got the prize for low score. The fish fry was held later Saturday afternoon and there was a great crowd on hand. Around 150 folks arrived to enjoy the fish dinner. The cooking crew was Sandra Josling, Norma Dobson, Murray Lowe, Lawrence Machan, Deb Cann, Rick McDonald and Christopher Brown. The inside crew was Howard Hackwell, Jo-Ann McDonad, Taran DeLauria and Devon Josling. The young people helping are working on their community service hours for their high school diplomas. The Brussels Cemetery Decoration service planned for Sunday was cancelled due to the wet weather. The cemetery looked very nice with the head stones adorned with many beautiful floral arrangements. As usual, Doug Murray had the cemetery looking its best. The Sunday night dance had a good crowd of over 80 enjoy the music of the Georgian Bay Islanders. Dances are every two weeks. We are heading into the summer months and there are only a few functions at the Branch but the Branch is still very busy. Three dinners and the Tiger’s fastball food booth are on the schedule, so Comrades can expect to be called for help. Collision sends 2 to hospital On the run Belgrave was in Brussels last week for some Mite baseball action, Belgrave taking on the Brussels Mite A team. (Shawn Loughlin photo) At the Branch Busy week for Legion SAVE up to $2850 a year Off the newsstand price Newsstand price - $1.25/week Subscription price - 68¢/week Yes - I want to save money. Enclosed is $34.00 for a 1-year subscription COMING EVENTS at the BRUSSELS LEGION for July 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, JULY 11 Euchre tournament at 1:00 pm. Bring your own partner. Cash prizes. Lunch. $5.00 per person. Door prizes. —————————— SUNDAY, JULY 12 Sunday night dance from 7:00 - 11:00 pm $10.00 per person. Lunch. Enjoy the music of the John Heaman Band. —————————— SATURDAY, JULY 25 Euchre tournament at 1:00 pm. Bring your own partner. Cash prizes. Lunch. $5.00 per person. 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