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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2008-11-20, Page 11THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2008. PAGE 11. Wendy Armstrong-Gibson, principal of East Wawanosh Public School welcomed students, parents and members of the Belgrave community to the Remembrance Day Service held at the school on Tuesday, Nov. 11. Ross Anderson, life-long resident of Belgrave and veteran of the Second World War, was accompanied by Mrs. Muriel Coultes, president of the Belgrave Seniors Club, as they placed a wreath on behalf of the Belgrave Community. Laura Higgins and Austin Chaffe, placed the wreath on behalf of the school. Two representatives of each class pinned a poppy on a cross. Flagbearers for the ceremony were Wesley Klages and Jason Meier, and the program opened with the singing of O’ Canada, accompanied by Elizabeth Procter. All the grades took part in the service, with the Grade 6/7 recognizing the veterans from the Belgrave area. Two videos were watched, Lest We Forget and Pittance of Time. After The Last Post by teacher Jason LeRoux and a moment of silence, the Grade 7/8 class read the poem, There Will be Peace by David Roberts. The program closed with everyone singing Let There Be peace on Earth. Steve, Nicole Coultes and girlsgreeted worshippers at Knox UnitedChurch on Sunday, Nov. 16. Thehymn-sing selections were, My FaithLooks Up to Thee and BlessedAssurance.Bruce Whitmore welcomed the congregation on a snowy day. Happy birthday was extended to Michelle Burrs. The call to worship was readresponsively and the invocation andthe confession repeated in unisonwere followed by the Assurance ofPardon. The senior choir sang, GodSays. The children sat in the front pew for story time. Mr.Whitmore showed them baseball and hockey equipment. Although each person played a different position, they all playedtogether as a team. God madeeveryone different but when they usetheir talents.The scripture lesson, Matthew 25:14-30 was followed by the singing ofAll the Way My Saviour Leads Me. Mr. Whitmore’s message was entitled,You Can Make a Difference. The brain is the most powerful took ever created, but people only useabout 10 per cent of their brain cells.God has created each person for aspecial purpose. One talent everyonehas is love, he said.Allen Walker and Adel Dodds tookup the offering. The closing hymn, Jesus, Saviour, Pilot Me and the choral benediction, Go Now In Peace concluded the morning worship service. On Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. all teenss who would like to become involved in various projects for the youth are welcome to attend a meeting. Please encourage all teens from Belgrave to attend. Welcome would be the advice and help of any adults who like to become involved. The deadline for the newsletter items are to be to Ruth Gordon Friday, Nov. 21. There is a Fellowship Tea on Friday, Nov. 21 a 2 p.m. in the church basement. Bring a few cookies. On Sunday, Nov. 23 please bring a non-perishable item for the food bank. Remembrance service at EWPS Easter in November It was Egg Activity Day at East Wawanosh Public School last week. After a parent suggested collaborating with the provincial egg board on an activity day, it made its way to the school. Students spent the afternoon colouring eggs, completing egg-themed word puzzles and watching an informative video. The collaboration with the egg board will open the door to funding for the school later in the year, funding the school has decided to use for new sports uniforms. Paige Fleming and Simon Johnston look on as they get a hand colouring their eggs. (Shawn Loughlin photo) Colleen and Mark Commandant of Bala recently visited with Colleen’s mother, Betty Irwin. From Waterloo, Guelph, St. Catharines and many other places the Campbell clan came to the Women’s Institute Hall in Belgrave to celebrate the upcoming Christmas season. Sixty-one family members attended this event held on Sunday, Nov. 16. The hostess was Gladys VanCamp and her family. Gladys said words of welcome and Kendall Jardin asked the grace. A bountiful potluck meal was enjoyed by all. The youngest baby in attendance was Ansley Durand, daughter of Adam and Carrie. New births were announced: Brya, daughter of Tyler and Heather Stewart and Eve, daughter of Shawn and Hannah Campbell. Birthday wishes were extended to John Campbell. Nancy Jardin gave two readings. An exchange of Christmas cards was held. An update of family information was added to the list of addresses, e- mails, etc. and family photo albums were enjoyed. Santa dropped in for a brief visit with the excited little ones and he distributed candy bags and posed for photos. The happy day came to a close and everyone braved the wintery weather to return to their homes. There were nine tables of shoot in play at the Community Centre on Friday, Nov. 14. The winners were: high pink card, Lillian Appleby; second high pink card, Dorothy Carter; most shots, Jane Grasby; high white card, Lloyd Appleby; second high white card, Lois Chamney; most shoots, Ross Taylor. The next shoot is Friday, Nov. 28 at 1:30 p.m. Coultes family greets at Knox Church MEETING NOTICE MUNICIPALITY OF MORRIS-TURNBERRY The upcoming Council and Committee meetings for the Municipality of Morris- Turnberry will be held: Thursday, November 20 at 7:30 pm Bluevale Drainage Meeting Held at the Bluevale Hall Tuesday, November 25 at 7:30 pm Wheels Away Held at the Bluevale Hall Friday, November 28 at 9:00 am Emergency Exercise Tuesday, December 2 at 7:30 pm Regular Council Meeting Thursday, December 4 at 7:30 pm Emergency Planning Meeting Monday, December 8 at 7:30 pm History Book Committee Meeting Tuesday, December 16 at 7:30 pm Regular Council Meeting 9 Rattenbury St. E., Clinton 1-888-235-9260 Ph.: 519-482-9924 Res.: 519-524-9260 Now might be a good time to review your insurance, investment and retirement options. See Lawrence for a no charge consultation NEWS FROM BELGRAVE By Linda Campbell Call 357-2188 PEOPLE AROUND BELGRAVE Municipality of Morris-Turnberry TAX INSTALLMENT NOTICE The final installment of the 2008 property taxes is due on Friday, November 28, 2008. Payment can be made by mail or directly at the Municipal Office, 41342 Morris Rd., RR 4, Brussels, ON N0G 1H0. For your convenience, a drop box is available at the front door for after hours use. Payments can also be made at most banking institutions and by telephone and internet banking. Failure to receive your property tax bill does not in any way exempt you from payment. Nancy Michie Administrator Clerk-Treasurer 519-887-6137