HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2007-10-11, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2007.
The winners of the Majestic
Women’s Institute draw were:
Janessa Smith, quilt; David Leudy,
$15 gift certificate; Ruth Harding,
$10 gift certificate.Thanksgiving is certainly thetheme for the weather the first fewdays of October. As we watch thecrops come off and put the gardensand lawns to bed we say an extrathank you for the fine days of fall.The United Church folks arechecking up on their members asthey get ready for the bi-annual
auction. Great ideas are being shared
and display items are being gathered
as the Committee for the Stewards
gets ready for the Oct. 19 and 20
event. This is a terrific place to do
your Christmas shopping so markyour calendar now.The wedding bells could be heardon Tory Hill on Saturday as DebTrollope finally decided to make thegiant step of marrying Eric Ross.Their neat little historic Ontariocottage was all spiffed up for thisparty with yellow and mauveflowers.
Chris and Jeremy kept everyone in
line as the ceremony was held on the
lawn with friends bringing their
lawn chairs to witness this
momentous occasion. Best wishes to
the Trollope and Ross crew.To celebrate Thanksgivingweekend family and friendsgathered at various times over theweekend to acknowledge that themost important thing in life is thelove and friendship that we sharewith others.Of course food is of greatsignificance at Thanksgiving, and all
other gatherings at this house too.
The traditional foods are expected
but the favourites seem to need to be
there as well.
So once again we repeat – we are
thankful for the lives that are ours,
the air that we breathe, the water we
have here, the pace that is ours, the
freedom that we expect and the
abundance of everything.
Bye now, Betty G.W.
By Jo-Ann McDonald
Brussels Legion Comrade Jo-Ann
McDonald attended the PRO
seminar at the Blyth Brunch on
Thursday evening. Focus points
included promoting the Branch,
membership and dispelling rumors
and myths that people have about
the Royal Canadian Legion.
One of those myths is that the
Royal Canadian Legion from
Branch level to Dominion Levels is
government funded. Each Branch
his responsible for its own expenses,
building and commitments to the
community. At no time is the Legion
funded by the government.
Each year, approximately
$350,000 of the members’ dues is
applied towards the operation of the
Ontario Command Service Bureau
which assists veterans and their
dependents to obtain pensions,
benefits and needed assistance.
Ontario Command Branches and
Ladies Auxiliaries Charitable
Foundation donates near $500,000
each year for much needed-medical
equipment to hospitals, nursing
homes, fire departments across the
province.
Through the Legion Charitable
Foundation bursaries and special
education grants of over $800,000
are given each year to needy
students for post-secondary
education.
Ontario Branches have
contributed over $2.4 million to the
Easter Seal campaign since the
support began.
Many Legions support Cubs,
Scouts, Guides, Cadets, etc. with
youth programs spending $4.3
million across Canada. From local to
national meets in track and field
programs, Ontario typically spends
between $60,000 to $100,000 per
year. There is over $3.3 million
donated from lottery proceeds in
Ontario to local charities from
Ontario Branches. Countless
volunteer hours are contributed on a
yearly basis by Comrades to Branch
veterans, senior and youth programs.
Of course, this is accomplished by
the over 400 Branches in Ontario
with its membership of 150,000
Comrades. The Legions of Ontario
are a strong and positive force in the
communities throughout the
province and we want to continue to
do so.
Membership has dropped by
16,000 across Ontario in the past
year. To continue to do the great
work of the Legion, new members
are needed.
Membership is open to anyone
with a desire to join and be a part of
this organization. A membership
blitz evening will be held Oct. 19
and anyone wishing to come out and
speak to membership chairman Greg
Wilson is welcome. Or just join us
for wings and fries and a fun night.
The goals of the Legion have been
to support veterans and youth and
although our veterans from the
World Wars are declining, a new era
of veterans are in our midst. Our
troops serving in Afghanistan and
other peacekeeping duties are going
to need the support and assistance of
the Royal Canadian Legion.
The RCL is always fighting for the
rights and support that our returning
troops then and now deserve.
Dealing with Veterans Affairs
Canada, to make sure a fair
assistance and or compensation for
troops returning with disabilities is
adequate, the RCL is there.
There were 11 tables of euchre
players on hand on Saturday. The
first-place team was Tom and Eileen
Sloan with 78 points. Tied for
second with 75 points and sharing
the remaining prize money were
pairs, Rita and Verna Strathadee and
George and Deanna.
Low-prize players were Bill and
Faye Albert with only 38 points.
Lucky lone hand prizes went to Jean
Bewley and Lloyd Glanville.
It could not have been a more
beautiful day on Saturday for the
nuptials of Debbie Trollope and Eric
Ross, held at their home. A reception
followed at the Legion, which was
decorated in purple, yellow and
white.
The kitchen crew of Deb Cann,
Mabel Glanville, Judy Lee and Rick
and Jo-Ann McDonald did a great
job with the meal, while Gregand
Nanci Ducharme did a good job as
bartenders for the evening.
Congrats to Eric and Deb from
your Legion friends.
The Friday night suppers begin
this week. Roast pork is on the
menu.
Visitation by the Zone commander
is Oct. 23 at 7 p.m. All Comrades are
encouraged to attend.
At the Branch
Comrade attends seminar
Saturdays on October 13, 20 & 27
8:30 - 5:30
Brussels Library (basement)
$10.
includes
sitting fee
& 5x7
For more information or to set up a time, please call
Deb Shaw
519-887-6838
dshaw@ezlink.on.ca www.clickhappyimaging.com
Limited spaces available
Silent Auction
Friday, October 19th 7 pm - 9 pm
Saturday, October 20th 10 am - 2 pm
BRUSSELS UNITED CHURCH
• baking • Christmas items
• handcrafts • preserves • novelties
Check out the display in Citizen window
Proceeds to refurbish the church’s
stained glass windows and brick work
Plan to attend ~ Anniversary Service Sunday, November 4th ~ 11 am
Guest speaker ~ Bruce Whitmore Special Music ~ Seaforth Harmony Kings
519-887-8011
CAFÉ
401 Turnberry St., Brussels
Friday Night
5 pm - 7 pm
October 12 ~ Chicken Cordon Bleu
with roll and your choice of 2 sides $13.95
October 19 ~ Rolled Ribs and Dressing
with roll and your choice of 2 sides $14.95
October 26 ~ Prime Rib
with roll and your choice of 2 sides $14.95
COMING SOON
CANINE CUTIES
DOG GROOMING
Call Holly for a November appointment
519-887-9209
421 Turnberry Street, Brussels
(Beside Laundromat)
HYDRANT FLUSHING
will take place during the daytime
in Brussels
the weeks of
October 22 and October 29
Thank you
Phone: 519-527-1004
NOTICE
American Water Services
Municipality of Huron East
LEAF PICK UP
for Brussels Residents leaf pick up
will take place
beginning
Monday, October 29
Please have leaves raked into big windrows
at the edge of the street.
(leaves in clear plastic bags will also be picked up).
Car Oiling
at
Mait-Side Orchard
Brussels
1 day only
Saturday, October 13
9~4
519-887-6883
NEWS
FROM BRUSSELS
By BettyGraberWatsonCall 887-6236887-9231A NOTE FROM BETTY