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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2008-12-18, Page 23The Butterflies at Walton Little School had fun learning all about zoo animals. They glued fur on a polar bear and a mane on a lion. At circle they played lots of matching games and began to learn their last names. The toddlers look forward to Santa’s visit. The Stars had a great time learning the letters I, J, K and L in November. They froze some special jewels into ice cubes and had a great time seeing them melt. They made kites and tried flying them in the classroom. The children had a great time singing songs about lollipops at circle as well. All the Stars are looking forward to Christmas activities and a special visit from Santa this month. The Acorn class learned all about rhyming words and nursery rhymes, and began to set up their indoor gross motor room for the winter. They have been keeping busy with daily journals and readers. The Acorns can’t wait for Santa’s visit this year. By Jo-Ann McDonaldThe Cadet Corps was busy at theBrussels Legion for the Tuesdaynight meeting with the usual drillsand lessons as well as planning a family Christmas party. Don’t forget over the Christmas season to save your pop cans, wine bottles or other returnable bottles to donate to the Cadets for their fundraising efforts. Your donations can be left at the Branch on Tuesday near the back door for pickup by the group on Tuesday evenings. They will of course be taking a Christmas break, but will be back to meeting on Jan. 6. The Thursday night darts had 11 taking aim at the boards. The first- place team was Roger McHardy, Jim Brown and Sandra Josling. In second were Sharon Robbins, Bush Whittard and Marlene Little. The high shots of the night wereby Gord Jacklin with 105 and bySharon with 106.This Thursday night will be theChristmas games and snacks. The Huron East work crews gathered at the Branch on Friday afternoon to combine a work meeting, then social afternoon. They had lunch following the meeting, then enjoyed the afternoon. The weather co-operated, so no snowplowing needed to be done. The Friday night supper of roast pork was enjoyed by a great crowd. It was the final prepared supper for 2008 and the cook will return on Jan. 9. This week is the annual Christmas potluck dinner. The mystery $10 gift exchange will follow the meal around 7 p.m. Saturday was busy at the Branch. The Zone single darts had only 20 players shooting for top spot with Brussels Branch having four taking part. Brussels’top shooter of the day was Ron Schmidt earning second place for the day. Having a good day but failing to qualify were Branch members Bob Richardson, Anita Little and Eric Ross. The Saturday afternoon euchre was the final one of 2008. Therewere nine tables of players. Ed and Marie Stewart earned topprize, with John and Iola Subjectearning second and Betty B. and Henk J. coming in third. The low prize went to Helen Warwick and Vera. The lone hand passes went to Lloyd Appleby and Ariel Woods. There will be no euchre on the Saturday afternoon after Christmas and we hope to see everyone back in the new year Jan. 10. The final Sunday night dance for 2008 had a smaller than usual crowd out to enjoy the music of the John Heaman Band. There was plenty of room on the dance floor as 77 danced to the great music that included many Christmas melodies. Just two weeks until the end of the year and we hope all can pay their dues by then. The last early bird winner was Leona McDonald. Comrades in hospital include Max Oldfield and Al Nichol. We extend get-well wishes to both of them. The final Branch event of 2008 is the Christmas wings, fries and meat draws on Saturday. We hope that lots of folks come out and enjoy the afternoon. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2008. PAGE 23. Continued from page 22 Jo-Ann McDonald dancing to I’ll Be Home With Bells On. At least Kenny was dancing and Dolly just kept up sometimes. Phyllis Mitchell played a few tunes along with Jamie, then soloed before the final monologue of the evening. The meaning of the letters of Walton Christmas were explained in rhyme, with the performers of the evening. You can imagine what the S of Christmas stands for, and the arrival of Santa. The children gathered around Santa and almost mugged him before receiving their candy canes. The evening ended with hot cider, coffee and cookies for all. Donations received at the door for the event will be used to further hall improvements. New this year is that tax receipts can be issued if requested. Singing away Even the Grade 1 class got in on the fun last week at the Brussels Public School production of Reindeer Rebellion. The class came in near the end of the play. From left: John Nesbit, Nathan Brown, Desiree Johnston, Kyla Campbell and Allison Stevenson. (Shawn Loughlin photo) More please Mercedes Sheppard awaits the finishing touches of her dinner plate at last week’s turkey dinner at Grey Central Public School. The school advisory council was serving up the goods at one of the school’s most-cherished Christmas events. (Shawn Loughlin photo) Butterflies, Stars and Acorns learn Santa makes appearance It’s a Birthday Party December 22nd Happy 19th!! Birthday Carter Love Mom, Dad & Janisa Happy Birthday Uncle Paul December 21st Love Carter At the BranchCadets plan festive party Crafts and activities are on the agenda at the Brussels Library Cyber Camp on Dec. 27. The camp offers people a chance to use the library computers to find new arts and crafts ideas on the internet for free. The camp hopes to help people learn how to find these craft ideas and then assist in making them. The camp will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. To sign up, call the library at 519- 887-6448. Library hosts Cyber Camp Challenge: Getting enough calcium and vitamin D to maintain strong bones and protect against osteoporosis Solution:Women 19-50 years of age should consume 1000 mg of calcium and 5 ug (200 IU) of Vitamin D per day. Milk and milk products, such as cheese and yogurt provide the most readily available source of calcium and other bone building nutrients. Other sources include calcium-fortified beverages (soy, rice and orange juice) tofu made with calcium sulfate, salmon and sardines with bones, sesame seeds and almonds. Bok choy, kale and broccoli also provide calcium but in smaller amounts. Vitamin D is found in fluid milk, eggs, fish and fish liver oils, margarine as well as in soy and rice beverages fortified with vitamin D. Sunlight on the skin can be a major source of vitamin D but is limited in Canada from October to March and by use of sunscreens. To prevent osteoporosis women are encouraged to get enough calcium, vitamin D and protein, limit caffeine, have sodium in moderation, and keep active particularly with weight-bearing activity.