HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2008-07-24, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JULY 24, 2008.Have you taken note of all thebeautiful flowers in the village? Iguess all that humidity was good forsomething.So many different kinds are outjust now making a very cheerystatement as you meander about. It’spretty hard to decide which ones oreven which beds are the mostattractive. The ones at the post office
are making a grand statement for all
to enjoy. Take some time and enjoy
all the beauties.Have you had a good feed of freshgreen peas yet? Summer just doesn’tgo right until the strawberries andcream have been savoured, Rita’sasparagus has been crunched andpeas have been shelled andimmediately devoured. Oh yes.Have you been to see the twoshows running at Blyth Festival
right now? Both are excellent. We
are so fortunate to have such high-
calibre productions so close tohome.The farmers’ market on Saturdayafternoon is another good reason togo. Check it out.Holidays are in full swing so it canbe tricky trying to know who iswhere or who is coming or going.Stories of Ottawa, Toronto, Niagara,camping and cottages are to be
heard and enjoyed. For some the
summer list is already done while
others have yet to get started.
Details, details, details are getting
the final touches this week as the
last days of preparation for Funfest
’08 take shape. You need to check
your dancing shoes, your sports
equipment and your duck ticket. Get
your act together now so you’ll hit
all your favourite spots on the
weekend.
See you at Funfest.
Bye now, Betty G.W.
By Jo-Ann McDonald
It was a busy weekend with events
both at and away from the Brussels
Legion Branch.
On Friday evening, the fish fry
crew was off to the Seaforth
Agriculture Society. They had nearly
250 folks arrive to enjoy the fish
dinner. The crew of the night
included Lloyd, Mabel, Lisa
Glanville, Anne Pelletier, Rick and
Jo-Ann McDonald.
On Saturday, a wedding was held
at the Branch. Larry Glousher and
Lisa Laporte were married at 3 p.m.
and celebrated their nuptials
attended by over 80 family and
friends with a dinner and dance. The
hall was beautifully decorated for
the day and even the heat couldn’t
ruin things. Congratulations to the
happy couple.
Helping out on Saturday were
three young people earning their
community service hours. Thanks
to Marlene Dale, Brianne deDekker
and Julia Mason for their help with
setup and cleanup.
We send out special birthday
wishes to Comrade George Adams
who is celebrating his 80th birthday.
Comrade George is a great help
around the Branch doing odd jobs,
woodwork projects and repairs and
helps out with many fish frys.
It’s Funfest this weekend and we
hope everyone has a great time.
Don’t forget to drop into the Legion
food booth at the Tigers fastball
tournament.
There are also cards and a dance
on Saturday, so it’s a full weekend
for the Branch.
At the Branch
Busy weekend ahead
Piping hot
Members of the Brussels Legion Pipe Band took their show on the road, or sidewalk, rather,
last Wednesday to help attract attention to the village’s main street. From left: Don Martin,
Jamie Mitchell, Bessie Johnston, Don Chesher and Alan Ghent. Every Wednesday local
merchants are bringing their wares outside for a sidewalk sale. Each week is different. (Shawn
Loughlin photo)
By BettyGraberWatsonCall 887-6236887-9231A NOTE FROM BETTY
NEWS
FROM BRUSSELS
The Citizen
will be closing for holidays
The Blyth Office
will be closed on July 31 at 5:00 pm
until
Monday, August 11 at 9 am
The Brussels Office
will be closed on July 28 at 2:00 pm
until
Monday, August 11 at 10 am
There will be no paper printed on August 7th.
All advertising must be in by July 28th at
2:00 pm in Brussels and 4:00 pm in Blyth
for the July 31st paper.
Brussels, Morris and Grey
Community Centre
River Junction
Band
July 26
9 pm - 1 am ~ Brussels Fun Days
Winner at London Country Music Awards
For tickets $10.00 or for more information
call 519-887-6621
e-mail: bmgcc@ezlink.ca
Giant Book Sale
at
Melville Presbyterian Church
Brussels
July 25 ~ 6 pm to 9 pm
July 26 ~ 10 am to 5 pm
All proceeds go to the Brussels and
Community Public Library Building Fund
Live Music
at Gazebo
401 Turnberry St., Brussels 519-887-8011
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More than just a great sandwich!
Over 3,000 lbs.
of Brussels beef sold!
Ask about catering for
your get-togethers
~ seating for 50 ~ available
in our upper deck room.
Great smoothies
and salads for lunch and
Friday night dinners on
our summer menu
Saturday, July 26
1~4 pm
Live music on the street
featuring NOTED!
Soccer Camp/
Vacation Bible School
at Wingham
Pentecostal Church
FREE
soccer, games,
bible lessons, singing
& lots of fun!
August 18-22
9:30 - noon Ages 5-12
Bus pickup -Brussels P.S. 8:30,
Belgrave Variety - 8:45,
Riverview - 9:05,
Frosty Queen - 9:15
Dianne -
519-357-3056
Pauleen -
519-887-9422
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.
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