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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2007-09-20, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2007. Do-Gooders This collection of students from Grey Central Public School stepped up and donated some of their hair to cancer patients who have lost theirs as a result of chemotherapy. Some ponytails were cut over the summer and some were cut right in front of the rest of the students last week just before the Terry Fox Run. Back row, from left: Leah Davidson, Lexi Smith, Rachel Hammermueller and Felicia Clarkson. Front row, from left: Ceaira Hiemstra, Delayna Smith and Alida Swart. (Shawn Loughlin photo) Ten ladies and one guest attended the Majestic Women’s Institute meeting on Sept. 12 at the Brussels Library. President Ruth Bauer welcomed everyone. Oct. 1 is the county rally in Kinburn. Oct. 11 there is a ROSE session at Knox United Church in Clifford at 1:30 p.m. Tickets will be sold on the quilt Sept. 18 and 19 at the Brussels Fair. Oct. 18 is the Area convention in the Palmerston Community Centre. A UFO day will be held on Oct. 9 at Joan James’. There is a fun and learning ladies’ night out workshop on Nov. 1 at the Listowel Agricultural Hall. Participants will be doing a design on patio stones or putting a picture on an item. There will be a catered supper to start the evening. Anyone interested or wanting more information should contact Kathy Bridge at 519-887-6795. Mrs. Bauer gave the District directors’ report. Majestic is the hostess for the District annual in May 2008. A discussion followed about the possibility of holding the first fall casserole supper and card party on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 6:30 p.m. Roll call was answered by naming a foreign country that starts with one of your initials and the capital of that country. Convenor Leona Armstrong spoke on the structure of the Federated Women’s Institute starting at the member level and going up to the Associated Country Women of the World. The Women’s Institute has over 110 years of experience dealing with concerns for a safe and secure society. This is a place for members to voice their opinions in all aspects of life. New members learned about some of the changes brought about from these concerns such as information on labels, railway crossings, strobe lights on school buses and other advocacies. Mrs. Armstrong finished by explaining that the ACWW has a convention every three years. She has been able to attend one in Toronto and one in Tasmania and has made many new acquaintances. One of her friends is the president elect, who sent her information on the conference held in Finland in June. After singing O Canada. Yvonne Knight provided lunch. A little off the top Grey Central Public School student Lexi Smith donated eight inches of her hair to help make a wig for someone who has lost their hair as a result of chemotherapy. Smith wasn’t alone though. Two other girls chopped ponytails off in front of the entire student body while a few others received cheers because they had cut their hair for cancer earlier in the year. The school then embarked on the Terry Fox Run as did the other schools in the area. (Shawn Loughlin photo) Majestic WI learns of upcoming events THE EDITOR, The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 420 wishes to recognize the week of Sept. 16 - 22 as Legion Week. At this time we would like to acknowledge the members of the Branch and Ladies’ Auxiliary for their work and contributions that they have given over the past years. Although our first commitment is to the care and comfort of our veterans and veterans’ widows, the Legion also supports our youth groups, local schools, hospitals, community centres and organizations such as our local fire department. Special gratitude is extended to the public for supporting our events to help make our commitments possible. Comrade Mary Lou Stewart, PRO Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 420 Hot dog! Keith Elston was manning the grill last week at the 87th annual Belgrave, Blyth, Brussels School Fair. Hot dogs were on the menu and enjoyed by everyone as they proved to be a fan favourite throughout the day. (Shawn Loughlin photo) Energy-efficient ideas bring home the savings OM OPA, Every Kilowatt Counts, and Ontario Power Authority are each official marks of the Ontario Power Authority Coin image ©2007 Royal Canadian Mint – All Rights Reserved Look for your coupon book in the mail. Packed with over $35 of savings, your Every Kilowatt Counts coupon book instantly saves you money on energy-efficient products—from lighting to devices that put you in control of your electricity use. Redeem at your nearest retailer by November 30th, and start saving while helping the environment too. Letter to the editor