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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2007-11-22, Page 27There’s an old Irish proverb that says: “Praise youth and it will prosper.” So often the accomplishments and good deeds young individuals perform are overlooked and under acknowledged. So quick we are to dismiss the young as frivolous. The Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year Awards are here to ensure young people are recognized for their contributions. This recognition can help kids realize they are making a difference in their community, and by celebrating it we might inspire a lifetime commitment to community service. As your local newspaper, we are proud to offer the 2007 Junior Citizen of the Year Award so we can recognize the outstanding contributions and achievements of young people in our community. Any Ontario resident aged 6-17 is eligible to receive an Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year Award. Please help us by nominating an individual in one of four categories: • A person involved in worthwhile community service. • A special young person contributing to their community while living with a physical or psychological limitation. • An individual who has performed an act of heroism in the past year. • Good kids who show a commitment to make life better for others and do more than is normally expected of someone their age. Co-ordinated by the Ontario Community Newspapers Association and supported by TD Canada Trust, this program recognizes all young people nominated for the award—each nominee will receive a certificate of recognition from their community newspaper. Up to 12 of the nominees and one group will be chosen as the final recipients of the Award—a plaque citing their accomplishments, a Junior Citizen lapel pin, and a cash gift—which will be given during a ceremony held in the spring, 2008. Nominations will be accepted until Dec. 28. Forms and further information can be obtained at our office, online at www.ocna.org, or by calling OCNA at 905-639-8720 ext. 228. Help us praise those young individuals who make a difference in our community so they will prosper tomorrow. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2007. PAGE 27.Entertainment Leisure& The Blyth Festival Singers are currently putting the finishing touches on their upcoming concert, A Christmas Wassail. They will be joined by The Blyth Festival Orchestra in a performance of reflective and inspiring seasonal music. The selections are drawn from a variety of cultural traditions and range from traditional to modern and from sacred to secular. This event will serve as an excellent means of getting into the spirit of the holiday season. The concert will be at North Street United Church in Goderich at 2:30 p.m. on Dec. 2. Tickets are available at the Blyth Festival Box Office; Westcoast Photography in Goderich; The Dutch Store in Clinton; Snyder Studios in Wingham; Tasty Nu Bakery in Zurich; Nifty Corners in Seaforth; The Village Bookshop in Bayfield, or from any member of the choir. The Blyth Festival Singers is entering its 28th year of producing high quality choral music for the people of Huron County and the surrounding area. The choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings in Blyth from September to May. Preparations for the next concert will begin in January, and new members are welcome. Anyone interested in joining is invited to speak to one of the choir members, call 519-482-9265, or visit http://blythfs.blogspot.com for more information. Praise youth, it will prosper Goderich is calling all actors out to an open audition for the Goderich Little Theatre production of Moon Over Buffalo, a new comedy by Ken Ludwig. The production company is looking for four women ranging from their early 20s to their late 60s and four men ranging from their early 30s to their late 50s. The auditions will take place at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 18. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. and callbacks will be the next day, Dec. 19. Moon Over Buffalo is going to be directed by Susan Armstrong and Nina Reynolds and produced by Vicky Culbert. It is set to run from April 25 through to May 3. Actors should expect to spend two hours at the audition and should dress in comfortable clothing. Auditions will take place at the Livery theatre. More information is available on-line at www.thelivery.ca THURS. JAN. 10/08 – 7PM BLYTH MEMORIAL HALL www.tommyhunter.com Tickets on sale at Blyth Festival Office, Blyth General Store, Ernie King Music (Goderich & Wingham), Dixie Lee in Clinton. Credit Card Orders: 1-800-465-7829 Blyth Rd., Auburn 519-526-7759 NOW LICENSED UNDER LIQUOR LICENCE ACT OF ONTARIO Stickers Family Restaurant Monday - 6:30 - 4:00; Tuesday & Wednesday 6:30 - 8:00; Thursday, Friday & Saturday 6:30 - 9:00; Sunday 9:00 - 7:00 Saturday, November 24 Steak & Wings 5 pm - 9 pm Friday Smorg. ~ 5 pm - 8 pm Sunday Smorg. ~ 4 - 7 pm Walton Hall presents A “Well Wishing Christmas Variety Concert” Sunday, December 2 at 2:00 pm Featuring local talent. Admission by donation for the new well. Happy 45th Birthday Brian Mason November 25 From Bev and family Marriage Announcement Carman Riley and Betty Riddoch announce their marriage to take place November 24, 2007. Come and go party to follow 6 pm - ??? at home. Congratulations only! In the festive spirit Blyth Festival Singers are busily preparing for their upcoming show, A Christmas Wassail, to be held at North Street United Church, Goderich on Dec. 2. The choir will be joined in their performance by the Blyth Festival Orchestra. (Photo submitted) Festival Singers, Orchestra team up to go a wassailing Goderich’s Livery calling all actors BUY? SELL? TRY CLASSIFIED ON $5.00 THURSDAYS Drop into either of our offices any Thursday with your word classified (maximum 20 words) and pay only $5.00 + GST (paid in advance). That’s $1.00 off regular rates. The Citizen