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The Citizen, 2007-07-05, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JULY 5, 2007. The Ethel euchre was held on Monday, June 25 with nine tables in play. Winners were: share the wealth, Allan Martin,Verna Crawford; high, Myrna Burnett, John Subject; lone hands, Beryl Smith, Ray Kingsley, Lloyd Smith; low, Kathleen Whaley, Jim Smith; tally, Eleanor Stevenson, Violet Smith, Neil Hatt, Viola Adams, Judy Hahn, Verna Crawford, Allan Martin, Rex Whaley, Norm Dobson, Marguerite Beirnes, Allan Edgar and Shirley Kingsley. The next euchre will be held on Monday, July 9 at 8 p.m. By Jo-Ann McDonald Hope everyone had a happy Canada Day. The Brussels Legion Branch had its red and white on for Canada Day and for Brussels Homecoming. Thanks to Sandra and Jo-Ann. The dance hall for the Sunday night dance had Canada flags on the tables to celebrate Canada’s birthday. Over 90 people were on hand to enjoy the music of the Country Versatiles. There were 14 1/2 tables at play for euchre on Saturday. The new rule cards on each table were a hit, thanks to Leona Mcdonald. The lucky winners for the day were Faye and Helen Nolan with 77 points, Ray and Shirley Gilders with 76 points and Janet Mathers and Irlma Edgar with 42 points. The not-so-lucky players were Lloyd and Lillian Appleby with 42 points for low prize. The lone-hand prizes went to Marjorie Jarmuth and Ed Stewart. Euchre is every two weeks. Thanks to Eric Ross for washing up the cenotaph and Jim Brown for the use of his pressure washer. The cenotaph really looks nice. Also thanks to Eric for painting some trim areas of the Branch with helper and spotter Lisa Glanville. Homecoming gives everyone a reason to get some of those extra jobs done. The fish fry crew was busy with two dinners on the weekend. They were at Blyth on Saturday for the Blyth Legion’s fun and games day and fish fry. Only a small crowd enjoyed the endeavours of Glenn Bridge, George Adams, Greg Wilson and Jo-Ann McDonald. The crew was off to Lucknow for Michael Gulutzen, nine, of Huron East, Grey ward, was among 22 Ontario recipients to receive Fire Safety Awards June 28 at the 19th annual Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council’s award ceremony. “All the award recipients were recognized for taking the responsibility in their communities to prevent tragic fires, injuries and deaths,” said Fire Marshal of Ontario Pat Burke. “Together, their collective efforts have significantly impacted public safety in Ontario.” Categories for awards included action, advocate, partner and Fire Marshal’s Awards for Excellence in Fire Safety. Among the award recipients were nine children whose quick actions helped to avert potentially life-threatening situations. The names of the other recipients are: Sacha Gagnon, 5, Timmins; Destiny Bowles, 5, Brampton; Alex Baron, 7, Bewdley; Allison Mackenzie Gray, 7, Hawkesbury; Kyle D’Emanuele, 10, Barrie; Rebecca McCaig-Morin, 11, Wawa; Ryan Ferris, 12, Dundalk; Sidney Samborski, 12, Oakville; Shon Carroll, 2004 Canadian Grand Champion Elvis Tribute Artist, Kitchener; Nadia Cheluk, Etienne Brule Junior School, Toronto; JanetCunningham, Chatham-KentChildren’s Safety Village; Bill Hoad,Sarnia Rotary Club; Gerry Kelly,Knights of Columbus, Kitchener; A-Channel News, Barrie; Canadian Auto Workers Chatham-Kent Locals 35, 127, 351, 580, 1738 and 1941; Kelsey’s Restaurant (Bowmanville); The Age Dispatch, Strathroy; The Villager, Russell; Windsor Spitfires Hockey Club; Nancy MacDonald, prosecutor, Niagara Falls and Terry Grimes, teacher, Vanier Public School, Brockville. 9 tables at Ethel euchre Local child gets fire safety award Branch prepares for Homecoming 2007 Safety first Michael Gulutzen, of Grey in Huron East, second from right, received an Ontario Fire Marshal safety award for guiding his younger brother out of a house fire. From left: Fire Marshal Patrick Burke; Monte Kwinter, Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services; Huron East fire chief and CEMC Marty Bedard and Grey District chief Calvin Semple. (Photo submitted) NEWS FROM BRUSSELS COMING EVENTS at the BRUSSELS LEGION for July Look for this ad the first week of the month only. Auditorium and small meeting room available to rent. Catering available. Info and general inquiries 519-887-6562 or 519-887-6570 SATURDAY, JULY 14 Euchre tournament at 1:00 pm Bring your own partner. $5.00 per person. Cash prizes. Door prizes. Lunch. —————————— SUNDAY, JULY 15 Sunday Night Dance from 7:00 - 11:00 pm $10.00 per person. Lunch Enjoy “Red Rascal Band” —————————— FRIDAY, JULY 27 Brussels Cadet Corp 2967 Teen Dance $5.00 per person - 10 and up D.J. – Joe Carter —————————— SATURDAY, JULY 28 Brussels Legion Music Jamboree 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Musicians welcome. Music lovers welcome. $5.00 per person. Lunch —————————— Please Note: No Euchre July 28 No Dance July 29 —————————— Come visit the Brussels Legion Food Booth at the Ball Diamond and Fastball Tournament Friday, Saturday and Sunday —————————— MUNICIPALITY OF HURON EAST WATERING RESTRICTIONS In BRUCEFIELD, BRUSSELS, EGMONDVILLE, SEAFORTH By-Law No. 77-2002 as amended From May 1st until October 31st each year ALL OUTDOOR WATER USE (garden/lawn watering, washing vehicles, filling pools, etc.) is only permitted as follows: in the morning between 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. in the evening between 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. on EVEN Calendar Days if your house number is EVEN (e.g. 2, 14, 108) on ODD Calendar Days if your house number is ODD (e.g. 3, 15, 291) (Some exemptions apply to newly planted lawns, Lawn Bowling Clubs and lawn/garden centres) Because of high water demands on our water sytems during the summer months and in an effort to promote “good water conservation practices”, we request all Huron East residents (urban and rural) to refrain from excessive water usage. Brussels Homecoming BMG Community Centre Tickets on sale NOW Friday, July 27 - Live band Monkey Finger Tickets $5.00 Saturday, July 28 - McAdams Band Tickets $10.00 For tickets call 519-887-6621 or also available at Radar or any recreation member Join the 2007 TD Summer Reading Club’s Lost Worlds At the Brussels Library Tuesday Afternoons July 3rd - August 20th Ages 4-12 2:30 - 3:30 $5 per person or $10 per family Our journey will take us back to the Lost Worlds of ancient times. Through crafts, games and stories you will be able to explore and discover exciting places and perhaps see the treasures each has to offer! Summer Reading Kick Off Program The Fossil Guy Brussels Library Friday, July 13 11:00 - 12:00 Fossil hobbyist Bob O’Donnell explores lost civilizations through his extensive collection of fossils. Join us for this program followed by a close encounter with prehistoric times! Admission $2.00 Register now! Continued on page 6 Saturday, July 28 5-7 pm Cardiff’s Beef Barbeque BMG Community Centre Homecoming BBQ Advance tickets only Adults $15.00 Children (6-12) $6.00 Under 6 Free Tickets now available at Cinnamon Jim’s & Sholdice Insurance or call 519-887-2664 or email homecomingbbqtickets@hotmail.com Sponsored by Melville Presbyterian Church and the Brussels Agricultural Society