The Citizen, 2009-12-24, Page 6Having recently learned that theapplication for an addition to theBrussels Library has been denied,employees and volunteers are
looking ahead to another cause to
celebrate.
On Jan. 14, 2010, Brussels Library
is turning 100.
That afternoon, branch supervisor
Susan Nichol is inviting residents to
stop by and enjoy some refreshments
in recognition of the this milestone
for the significant heritage building.
Brussels was one of 111 Ontario
communities to take advantage of
Andrew Carengie’s program to assist
areas in building libraries. Reeve
John Leckie introduced the idea to
the village library board in January
of 1906 and the village eventuallyreceived $7,000 in grant money for aCarnegie Library. Work began on the building.located at the corner of TurnberryStreet and Orchard Line in Februaryof 1909, with the opening, Jan. 14,
1910.
Charlie Hoy, chair of the heritage
committee said the timeline didn’t
allow for a much ballyhoo at this
point. However, something is being
considered for later in the year,
probably June.
As part of this Hoy is looking for
photos of the past librarians, so is
asking anyone who might have one
to contact him. Photos can be
brought directly to his office at 61
Dunedin Dr. to be scanned, e-mailed
to charlieh@iclipart.com or contact
him directly to pick them up.
“We are also looking to get aplaque done to recognize thebuilding as a heritage site,” said Hoy.On the issue of the failure toreceive funding Hoy said he isplanning to attend the first Januarymeeting of Huron East council for
discussion. “The library idea has
been mentioned in conjunction with
the current accommodation review
for the school as well, so I guess we
have to see where we go from here.”
PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2009.
The 12 days
Students at Grey Central Public School counted down The
12 Days of Christmas Canadian style during the annual
concert. Samantha Subject held the roasted turkey. (Bonnie
Gropp photo)
Brussels Carnegie Library turns 100 in January
Smoking
A Canadian Christmas and a campfire was the scene at
Grey Central Public School’s festive concert last week.
Toasting some marshmallows were Rodney Kraemer, left
and Michael Gulutzen. (Bonnie Gropp photo)
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By Bonnie GroppThe Citizen
Brussels United Church Women
held their annual Christmas potluck
in the church basement on the Dec.
9 with a very good attendance in
spite of the snowy night.
Nelva Scott welcomed everyone.
The children who had attended
summer camp with assistance from
the UCW told of their experiences.
Faith Sebastian attended Camp
Bimini and Tori, Sophie and Albert
Cardiff attended Camp Menesetung.
Each thanked the ladies. They also
had pictures to show everyone.
The United Church Women
support Camp Menesetung every
year with a financial donation.
A carol sing was enjoyed by those
present. Mrs. Scott read the
Christmas scripture Luke 2: 1-14.
Isabelle Wheeler had a Christmas
reading and a meditation.
A short business meeting
followed. Monies were transferred
to the board of stewards for church
expenses.
A group of ladies had prepared
and delivered 25 baskets for the
shut-ins. Donations to the Food
Bank were also collected.
Good
turnout
for UCW