The Citizen, 2008-06-12, Page 3THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JUNE 12, 2008. PAGE 3.
Sympathy is extended to the
family of James Bakelaar who
passed away this past week.
Sorry to hear that Gwen Papple is
a patient in Clinton hospital. We
wish her a speedy recovery.
We also wish Enid MacDonald a
speedy recovery after knee surgery
in Stratford hospital.
Happy birthday to the following
people who will celebrate this next
week. John Elliott of Blyth andAudrey Walsh of Seaforth Manorwill both celebrate on June 14, DanMcInnes of Blyth and Emily Phillipsof Blyth will both celebrate on June16.BLYTH UNITED CHURCHBlyth United Church held itsannual Sunday school awardsSunday and potluck lunch on June 8
at Camp Menesetung just north of
Goderich.
Lorna Fraser conducted the
worship service.
The first hymn It Only Takes a
Spark was sung followed by the call
to worship repeated responsively.
The next hymn Come In, Sit Down
was sung accompanied by Jessica
and Grant Sparling on their violins.
The opening prayer and the
assurance of pardon were followed
by the hymn, This Little Light of
Mine.The scripture readings were fromExodus 3: 1-6, the 50th Psalm wasread responsively. The congregationsang The Lord’s Prayer.Lorna’s message was Are you aHero? She told the story of Mosesand how with God’s help he couldcomplete his duties, the same wayeveryone can accomplish their
mission with God’s help.
The next hymn, I Danced in the
Morning, was sung.
The presentation of awards was
followed by the offering being
received while the hymn Magic
Penny was sung.
The last hymn, Kum Ba Ya, was
followed by the commissioning and
the benediction.Grace was sung when everyonegathered at the dining hall for lunch.Birthday cake was served honouringthe people with June and Julybirthdays.
By Marylou Stewart
The monthly meeting of the Blyth
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 420
was held Tuesday, June 3.
Following opening ceremonies
Jason Lee was sworn in as a member
of the branch.
Donations made through motions
benefitted the Special Olympics
Torch Run, $50; Royal Caribbean
Empire League, $50 and the Blyth
Public School and Hullett Central
School track and field region,
$200.
Upcoming events in the work of
the Legion include the annual
fishing derby, June 15. The Legion
fun day is to be held June 28 and the
BX93 video dance party July
18.
Tickets for the annual elimination
draw will be sold throughout the
summer months with the final draw
being held Aug. 23.
More information regarding these
events can be obtained by calling the
Branch at 519-523-9535 after 4 p.m.
Monday to Saturday.
The next meeting will be held
Tuesday, Sept. 2 at 8 p.m.
Children's Fishing Derby
Radford's Fish Pond
Highway #4, south of Blyth
SUNDAY, JUNE 15
10 a.m. - 12 noon
Each child must be
accompanied by an
adult, 2 fish limit per
child. Bring your own
fishing equipment & bait.
Sponsored by Blyth Legion
Branch 420 & Radford Group
Admission by donation
PRIZES, HOT DOGS
AND POP TO ENJOY
Prizes provided by
Canadian Tire, Goderich
& Blyth Legion
CATEGORIES BOYS GIRLS
LARGEST FISH 2-5 yrs. 2-5 yrs.
6-9 yrs. 6-9 yrs.
10-12 yrs. 10-12 yrs.
13-15 yrs. 13-15 yrs.
SMALLEST FISH 2-5 yrs. 2-5 yrs.
6-9 yrs. 6-9 yrs.
10-12 yrs. 10- 12 yrs.
13-15 yrs. 13-15 yrs.
CCoommee oouutt && hhaavvee aa ggoooodd ttiimmee!!
Yellow Dot Sale!
30%Come in and Save 30% off all
merchandise with a yellow dot.
June 12th, 13th and 14th
Browse through The Cupboard
and check out all our “Summer” wares!
New stock arriving daily!
Bridal & Gift Registry always available
414 Queen St.,
Blyth
519-523-4299
Remember open summer evenings when the Festival is playing
CUPBOARD
Tuesday - Friday
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday
10:00 am - 5 :00 pm
It’s a great time for planting!
Jack & Sylvia Nonkes
RR #1 Auburn 83189 Scott Line
519-523-9456
Open Mon.-Wed. 9 to 6; Thurs. - Sat. 9 to 8;
Closed Sundays
Come buy direct from the grower
Come see us for a great selection of...
• Annuals ~ begonias, impatiens, petunias, geraniums,
marigolds, salvias, nicotiana, browallia and more.
• Beautiful containers and hanging baskets ~ instant beauty.
• Perennials ~ Sale $4.50 - up to 1 gal. size ~ heucheras, tiarellas,
shasta daisy, salvia, potentilla, tradescantia (spiderwort), gaura - white and
pink, Lilies. (All perennials are a generous size to enhance your garden now)
NEWS
FROM BLYTH
By MarilynCraigCall 523-9318From Marilyn’s Desk
83341 CURRIE LINE - RR 3 BLYTH
519-523-9407
Owner: Gaye Datema
COME AND SEE US
THIS SEASON FOR ALL YOUR
GARDENING PLANTS
If you have your own planters and want your own
choice in them, bring in and pick from our large
selection we have this year.
We can do them together and you can take them home
again that same day.
Evenings only by phone appointment.
We have a large selection of perennials, vegetables,
geraniums, impatiens, red spikes and new grasses!
BBllyytthh AArreeaa
FFaarrmmeerrss'' MMaarrkkeett
Opening for the Season
Saturday, June 21
1:00 - 4:30 pm
and every Saturday to
September 6
Fresh fruits & vegetables,
home baking, jams, jellies,
pickles, maple syrup,
meat products
Corner of
Queen &
Dinsley
Streets
Vendors wanted call
519-523-4792
or 519-523-9636
Decoration
The Blyth Legion held its decoration service on Sunday with dozens of people in attendance.
The sermon was performed by Pastor Les Cook. (Shawn Loughlin photo)
Legion swears in new member
ON $5.00 THURSDAYS
Drop into either of our offices any
Thursday with your word classified
(maximum 20 words) and pay only
$5.00 + GST (paid in advance).
That’s $1.00 off regular rates.
The Citizen