HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2007-08-02, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, AUGUST 2, 2007.
Hum along … “Wonderful,
marvelous…” The words to that old
song seem very appropriate as I try
to collect thoughts this Monday
morning. Silence with a smile seems
the only just way to try to think
about Homecoming 2007.
For the folks here over the
weekend the many activities and
gatherings were the cause of the
thinking – great, wonderful, terrific,
marvelous and awesome.
Community and co-operative
spirit were in great form as the many
local volunteers did their best to
show the world why we choose to
live in Brussels. Smiles, directions
and hospitality were offered as they
helped promote their event while
keeping the big picture in mind and
keeping the schedule of events on
time.
Well done everyone from the
ribbons and bows people, the money
collectors to the set-up and take-
down crews, the tractor and wagon
folks, the servers and cooks, the
organizers and for publicity, runners,
garbage collectors and most
importantly – you for attending.
Memories were shared as the
descendants of Brussels returned for
Homecoming to see if things were
still the same. Stories came out with
details more vivid than yesterday’s
weather and youngsters watched in
amazement as their parents relived a
moment that they had perhaps
forgotten. The connections, the
caring and sharing, the fun and the
laughter were the real thrill of the
weekend.
Lessons were learned during our
party. The ones that I heard about
included – it’s very easy to lose big
people in a crowd; bath tubs have
their own buoyancy; cattle bring
their own cheering section at
penning events, ducks, like people,
move on their own course and at
their own speed and no matter how
you try, you can’t do everything
unless you’re touring on your own
and snuck in a nap.
Everyone had their favourite
moments as the past three days were
celebrated and rehashed. For some
the opening ceremonies, when we
checked the aging process of the
Jamestown and Rockets ball teams,
even better watching Fran and Nora
toss the opening balls was the best
(Elsie would be so proud).
This was a time to recognize
special folks in our midst. The sports
events were enjoyed by many as the
skills of others were observed. The
church service and then recognition
of the work put forth by many
groups and individuals to make the
Conservation Park a beautiful place.
Gatherings, formal and informal and
children tenting in the backyard
were some of the neat stories told.
The pajamas and the fireworks
brought the Homecoming crowd to
an end leaving everyone with their
own story to tell about the very best
part of Homecoming 2007.
Fatigue and inability to cover all
the events seemed to be the only
lament and everyone was so proud of
the Homecoming team that made the
plan and, even more important made
it work. You made us look good.
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you!
Happy holidays everyone. It’s
time for a wee nap.
Betty G.W.
The crew
Some Brussels Homecoming 2007 volunteers managed to find a few moments to gather for
a picture. In back, from left: Don Sholdice, Jean Davidson, John Lowe, Joe Seili, Hank
TenPas, Ron Clarkson, Agnes TenPas, Cathrine Campbell, Ruth and Orval Bauer. Front: Deb
Seili, Rene Richmond, Wayne Lowe, Sheila Prescott, Jo-Anne McDonald, Sherri Oliver. (Photo
submitted)
The Ethel euchre was held on
Monday, July 23 with 10 3/4 tables
at play.
Winners were: share the wealth,
Elaine Carson, Kay Whaley; high,
Dorothy Dilworth, Freda D’Arcy;
lone hands, Leona McDonald, Ray
Kingsly; birthday, Jean
McNaughton; hidden score, Eleanor
Stevenson.
Tally winners were: Earl
McNaughton, Leota Thompson,
Isabelle Craig, Sharon Freeman,
Edna McLellan, Ross Stephenson,
Eileen Mann, Adrian Verstoep, Jean
Bedwell, Helen Dobson, Violet
Smith, Marion Harrison, Verna
Crawford, Floyd Smith, Bush
Whittard and Shirley Verstoep.
The next euchre will be held on
Monday, Aug. 6 at 8 p.m.The Citizen
is closed for summer holidays
and there will be no paper August 9
The Blyth Office
will reopen
Monday, August 13 at 9 am
The Brussels Office
will reopen
Monday, August 13 at 10 am
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COMING EVENTS
at the
BRUSSELS LEGION
for August
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, AUGUST 11
Euchre tournament
downstairs.
Bring your own partner.
Cash prizes. Door prizes.
Lunch.
$5.00 per person.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 12
Sunday Night Dances
from 7:00 - 11:00 pm
$10.00 per person. Lunch
Enjoy “Georgian Bay
Islanders”
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 25
Euchre tournament
downstairs.
Bring your own partner.
Cash prizes. Door prizes.
Lunch.
$5.00 per person.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 26
Sunday Night Dances
from 7:00 - 11:00 pm
$10.00 per person. Lunch
Enjoy “John Heaman”
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Wingham Pentecostal Church
FREE
soccer, games, bible lessons,
singing...and lots of fun!
August 20-23
9:30 - noon ~ Ages 5-12
Bus pickup -
Brussels Public School 8:30 am;
Belgrave Variety 8:45 am;
Wingham Riverview 9:05 am;
Wingham Frosty Queen 9:15 am
For more info call Pauleen 519-887-9422
Soccer Camp –
Kids Fun Week
Brussels Lions Club
Duck Race Results are:
1st - Kim and Ken Higgins - $1,000.
2nd - Mathew Cardiff - $300.
3rd - Murray Lowe - $200.
Plus 60 other prizes were awarded. Brussels Lions Club would like to
thank all the prize sponsors for their generous donations. A list of
winners is posted at “Brussels Foodland” and “Cinnamon Jim’s”. Prizes
may be picked up at Brussels Agromart Ltd. 519-887-6273.
NEWS
FROM BRUSSELS
By Betty
Graber
Watson
Call
887-6236
887-9231
A NOTE FROM BETTY
At the BranchGood nightfor
Cadets
By Jo-Ann McDonald
Happy Homecoming and I hope
everyone had a good time. The
Cadet dance at the Brussels Legion
Branch was a success with lots of
young ones about. D.J. Joe Carter
did an excellent job.
The jamboree was well attended.
Over a dozen musicians entertained
the crowd. Ben Brown did a great
job, along with Arnold Bruce and
Dave Walls to keep everything
moving along. Locals Phyllis
Mitchell, Murray and Sherry
McCall played during the
afternoon. Branch members Leona
McDonald, Marg Bennett, Mabel
Willis and Helen Dobson did a
great job with the lunch.
The food booth at the ball park
was busy, busy, busy with the 35
Branch volunteers working hot and
hard during most shifts. Thanks to
everyone and especially those who
ran for me on occasion.
What a nice float the Legion had
in the parade. Deb Trollope and
Eric Ross did a wonderful job of
organizing the veterans and the
uniforms. Mark Pennington wore
Grandpa Gord Workman’s navy
uniform, and a young lady wore
Anna Cunningham’s service
uniform. A few of the other
uniforms of the war years were
worn by others as were the nursing
uniforms.
There were over a dozen veterans
from the Second World War and
Peacekeeping duties riding on the
float and acting as Parade
Marshalls for the homecoming.
Thanks to all and the
appreciation of many along the
parade route was shown by the
applause and rising as the float
passed by. It was an honour for me
as president to ride on the same
float with the brave men and
women who have served their
country.10 3/4 tables in play
at Ethel euchre party
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