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The Citizen, 2008-04-10, Page 30PAGE 30. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2008. The character attribute being considered at Hullett Central Public School for the month of April is honesty. They will learn that being honest means being trustworthy, sincere and truthful. Educators have recognized that children understand the difference between truth and lies by the age of four or five. However they sometimes want to please others so much that they have a tough time admitting to a mistake or accident. It helps children to have the truth demonstrated by all adults in their world. There is a temporary new face in the halls of Hullett right now. Mrs. Barnett and Mrs. Hausen, Grade 1 teachers are acting as associate teachers for Vicki Ryder. Ms Ryder is at Hullett completing her final placement and requirement for her Masters of Science in Education. The senior basketball teams from Hullett participated in the regional tournament on Thursday, March 6. The boys had four wins and only one loss in their round-robin play. Advancing to the championship round, the boys lost and ended the tournament in second place overall. Well done, boys. Unfortunately the competition was too stiff for the girls’ team who didn’t fair too well. However they gained much experience that day nonetheless. The Emperor’s New Clothes is the operetta currently in rehearsals for this year’s spring concert. The operetta takes place during Medieval times. The school is looking for appropriate clothing and props. If you think you may have an item or two that would help them out, give the school a call and they can give you a full list of items in which they are interested. Or ask a neighbour child or grandchild for a list. NEWS FROM LONDESBORO It was another night of wonderfulmusic as Londesborough UnitedChurch held its 28th annual songfeston Sunday evening, April 6. Organized by the church’s boardof stewards and organist/choirdirector, Barb Bosman, gospel music abounded. John Jewitt emceed the evening. The beautiful sunlight that streamed through the church’s west windows set the tone for the concert. The sweet sounds of six young girls, the Londesborough girls junior choir, opened the evening with music from Charlotte’s Web, Ordinary Miracle – and two numbers from the movie Sister Act. Their poise in the face of a packed house was admirable. Erica Horbanuik- Baxter directs this choir. A quartet from the Guelph area, who call themselves The Journeymen remarked that the four of them came together because they share a love for singing gospel numbers. Their enjoyment was obvious to an appreciative audience. Moving Up to Gloryland and Sinner Saved by Grace were two of their numbers. During their second set, however, their four numbers included secular pieces like Moments to Remember and Wonderful World. The evening’s soloist was Maegan deJaeger. Maegan, who attends Goderich District Collegiate is studying voice and following in the footsteps of her father, John deJaeger. Her vocal range and quiet mannered performance were most impressive. Barb Bosman accompanied Meagan who sang four solos including Come Unto Him and Eagle’s Wings. The Elvis Gospel Tribute group was formed in 2004. Its members come from the Clinton and Seaforth areas and Mitchell. Jack Storey is the Elvis of the group backed by four singers, a guitarist, a pianist and percussionist. Their performances always include the story of Elvis, who is credited with establishing a whole new era of music and pop culture. Religious gospel music was a huge part of Elvis’ early life in the Memphis area and his records included many gospel numbers.Their Elvis Gospel Group sang,among others, In the Garden andSweet Chariot in the manner ofElvis.And, in the event the evening was getting too serious, Ken Scott, BobMann and Bob Stoner entertained.These three longtime friends, whoshare a love of singing, shared fournumbers which included Swing Low and Daddy Sang Bass, a Johnny Cash number.Closing out the evening was theLondesborough senior choir. Theirnumbers included the familiar Just aCloser Walk. The Easter Road was the theme for the service at Londesborough United Church on Sunday, April 6. The morning’s responsive psalm 116. The gospel reading was Luke 24: 13-35, the story of Christ’s appearance to two followers as they journeyed to Emmaus. John Jewitt read a minute for missions and the senior choir offered a hymn as anthem, The Spring Has Come. Rev Pat Cook will be on holidays from April 11 - 21. In the event of an emergency one should call Steve Hildebrand at 519-527- 1991 or Julia Sinclair at 519-482- 9553. The youth group will lead the Sunday service on April 13. The reach for the rainbow canisters should be returned to the church that day. The Londesborough UCW will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, April 21. Bev Riley will speak about Healthy Feet As We Grow Older. If you wish a relaxing foot bath, bring along a basin and towel. United Church walks on Easter Rd. Honesty at Hullett PS Wonderful night of music at Songfest Brussels, Morris & Grey Community Centre Cocktails 6:00 pm • Dinner 7:00pm • Auction 8:00 pm TICKETS $30/person Proceeds support the Wawanosh Nature Centre Friday, April 18, 2008 Maitland Conservation Foundation Conservation Dinner & Auction 20th ANNUAL Silent and Live Auction 20th Anniversary Celebration Call 519 335-3557 for tickets. Tribute The Elvis Gospel Tribute, featuring Jack Storey in the white suit jacket, performed several selections at Londesborough United Church’s annual Songfest on Sunday night. (Vicky Bremner photo) By BRENDA RADFORD Call 523-4296 PEOPLE AROUND LONDESBORO Doug and Karen Dolmage report many registrations for summer ball in the village. However they are lacking coaches. If you are interested in working with the young folk in this way, the Dolmages would welcome a call.