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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2008-11-06, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2008.Corn harvest was progressing with the arrival of the drier weather last weekend. At least, that was until Sunday night and another heavy rain has put a stop to a lot of field work. The hunters appreciated having at least some of the corn off to make it a little easier to hunt. Keep your eyes open for deer, especially at dusk and dawn as the deer are on the move. One large deer was hit on Friday evening on the road to Brussels and the vehicle sustained quite a bit of damage, so beware. Another Ryan family was celebrating last week, as it was John (Jack) and Marianna Ryan’s 40th wedding anniversary. The family gathered at the Fireside Café for a family meal and get- together. Jack and Marianna have four children, Steve, Joe, Monica and Peggy. They were also joined by Jack and Marianna’s brothers and sisters from Ottawa, Toronto, Kippen, Brussels and Walton areas. They had a wonderful meal and celebration together. Our deepest sympathies are extended to the Pearson and Fischer families on the passing of Jean Fischer. Formerly of the Ethel area, Jean was the daughter of Isabel and the late George Pearson. Our get-well wishes go out to Mary Mann who is a patient in Listowel hospital and to Isabel Pearson and Graeme Craig, who are under the weather. Enjoying having family home for 10 days were Ross and Shirley Smith. Their son Rob was home from Black Falls, Alberta to visit family and especially his new granddaughter, Mia, daughter of daughter Krista and Mike Haggitt. While here he also spent time doing some work on his other daughter Michelle’s new home in Egmondville. He had time to catch a visit from brothers Greg, Jeff and Ken and other family members. There were a number of ladies from the Walton and Brussels area on a bus trip to the Toronto area to see the Sound of Music. They joined others from the Wingham area to travel first to the Eaton Centre for lunch and/or shopping before heading to the Princess of Wales Theatre for the matinee performance.Thoroughly enjoying thewonderful music and terrificsound effects were BettyCampbell, Isabel Wheeler,Jane Hall, Mary Bone, MarieMcCutcheon, Karen Cardiff,Irene Blake, Carol Nicholson,Sandra Machan, SueOverholt, Trish Clarkson,Marjory Huether, Phyllis Mitchell and her cousin from Saskatchewan, Sarah Mitchell and her grandma Laura Barber. They stopped at Kelsey’s in Milton on the way home and enjoyed a delicious dinner to end their day away. I was off to Toronto on Saturday to attend thegraduation ceremony for ourdaughter Kelly. The ceremonywas held at the Metro TorontoConvention Centre indowntown Toronto. The 2008Convocation for the MichenerInstitute for Applied HealthSciences was held at 1 p.m.following a light lunchreception. Kelly received her diploma with distinction in radiological technology. Kelly has accepted a full-time position with St. Mike’s Hospital in Toronto. Celebrating in Kelly’s success and attending the convocation was Kelly’smate, Adam Jaroz, his motherSue Jaroz and myself.Returning to Kitchener fromToronto, we were joined byAdam’s father and enjoyeddinner together.Ross and Marg Bennett hadthe pleasure of their son andfamily joining them for dinneron Saturday evening. Peter, LuAnn and Emily arrived to spend the day with them, then returned to Collingwood in the evening. Welcome to Darryl Houston who has moved into his new home in Brussels this past weekend. Congratulations to JacobMcGavin and his group Kid’sCare for a successfulHalloween for Hungercollection of non-perishablefood for the food bank. Jacobis the son of Jeff and ShannonMcGavin.Celebrating birthdays tokick off November are JudyLee, Marvin Bachert, John Gaunt, Stephen Burke, Peggy Humphries, Johnny Ryan, Bruce Blake, Connie Cook, Darryl Hoegy, Chris Stevenson, Kathleen Williamson, Clara Glauser, Steven Huether and Justin Morrison. Members of Duff’s United Church we welcomed by Judy Lee and Jo-Ann McDonald. Rev. Yule passed on announcements concerning the congregation. She will be away this week for continuing education. The annual turkey supper is this week and all help is greatly appreciated. The United Church Women Christmas meeting is set for Dec. 3 with a meal catered by Grace Campbell Catering at $14.50/plate. Payment is to be in by Nov. 23 to Helen Craig, Olene Dennis or Marion Godkin. The Sunday school is selling Rheo Thompson mint smoothies, for $2. Stock up stocking stuffers. The church is still collecting grocery tapes from Foodland, Zehrs and Scrimgeour’s as well as old computer ink cartridges. Drop them into the kitchen anytime. Guest organist was Marion Godkin as Glenda Morrison is away on holidays. Marie McGavin gave the Huron Presbytery report. As Duff’s representative she attended the meeting in St. Marys where they have declared the Walton Bluevale charge vacant. The process will now continue to find a new minister for the charge. The congregation enjoyed the added musical talents of Phyllis Mitchell and Ryan Baan as well as an anthem by the choir. On-the-job training is not only a great learning experience, it’s a chance for students to pursue their individual interests and begin building a career. With Expanded Co-op — part of the Student Success Program — more students now have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience while earning credits, including 2 compulsory credits, towards their diploma. With a front-row introduction to sectors that truly interest them, students get the chance to “test drive” career options and build on their individual strengths and abilities. Co-op can help students whether they are heading to university, college, apprenticeship or the workplace. To learn more about Expanded Co-op and other programs like Dual Credits and Specialist High Skills Majors, contact your school or visit ontario.ca/studentsuccess. SOMETIMES THE BEST WAY TO KEEP A KID INTERESTED IN HIGH SCHOOL IS WITH COURSES GEARED TO LIFE BEYOND IT. EE XX PP AA N D EE DD CC OO --OO PP STUDENT SUCCESS PROGRAM Paid for by the Government of Ontarioontario.ca/studentsuccess 28_0505_28277 MinEd ExpandedCoop_Size01_ST.indd 1 9/23/08 6:35:02 PM NEWS FROM WALTON By Jo-AnnMcDonaldCall 887-6570PEOPLE AROUNDWALTON Duff’s prepares for annual turkey supper 1. Eat well. 2. Stairwell. Just two things you can do to reduce your risk of cancer. Learn more about healthy lifestyle choices. Call the Canadian Cancer Society Cancer Information Service at 1 888 939-3333 or visit www.cancer.ca.