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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1989-05-03, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 3, 1989. The new executive of the Blyth and District Lions Club was installed at a ceremony Thursday night. Members include: [left to right] Dave McLellan, third vice-president; Ernie Phillips, treasurer; Paul Kerr, president; John Stewart, secretary; Stewart Ament, director; Barnie Stewart, Lion Tamer; [back] Todd MacDonald, director; Don Scrimgeour, past president; Steve Howson, first vice-president; Doug Howson, director; Ken Stewart, bulletin editor; Andy Lubbers, Tail Twister, and Brent Brooks, second vice president. Flowers of Hope campaign begins next week The Flowers of Hope Campaign begins the second week in May and donations will help the Wingham and District Community Living Association provide necessary sup­ port to handicapped people so that they may live and work within their community. Executive Director of the Associ­ ation, Connie Jamieson, stated that it is their aim to ensure that all handicapped people live in a state of dignity, share in all elements of living in the community and have the opportunity to participate effec­ tively. The Flowers of Hope Dona­ tions will assist the Association in Neighbours honour family On Friday afternoon, April 28, neighbours on the 7th line of Morris had a little farewell gather­ ing for Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Schmidt and family at Grace’s mom, Betty Kelly. A fe v games of euchre were played then Mrs. Ollie Craig read a poem she composed. They were presented with a ceiling fan for their new home. Bruce thanked the neighbours on behalf of his wife and family. A delicious lunch was served. Bruce and Grace and family will be moving to the 9th line where they have a dairy operation. The following poem was read: Dear Bruce, Grace, Calvin, Joey & Bradley, We have gathered here this after­ noon, To laugh and chat with you. To honour your departure, With wishes fond and true. We can scarcely realize How swiftly time has gone. Ten years have passed Since you made the 7th your home. Committal service held A committal service was held on Tuesday, April 25, 1989 for Brenda Jean Jamieson at Brussels Ceme­ tery. Mrs. Jamieson who passed away December 22, 1988 at Peel Memor­ ial Hospital in Brampton was the daughter of Gerald and Kay Bridge of Brussels, and the wife of Gil Jamieson. Mrs. Jamieson also had two sons, Reid and David. In addition to her parents and husband those attending the ser­ vice were her brother, Garry, her sisters and their families: Tommy and Donna Scoggins, Dave, Cathy, and Chris Watts, George, Jackie and Scott Hayes, and friends Pete and Willie Ho>veld and son Travis of Bramalea. fulfilling their goal of providing these supports. Also there is a planned expansion to the existing services which will help those on waiting lists. “Contributions will enhance our abilities to plan for the future,” Ms. Jamieson said. The Association is a non-profit charitable organization, registered under the Corporations Act and the Charities Division of the Provincial Government. The Wingham Asso­ ciation is affiliated with the Ontario Association for Community Living. Vocational services are provided by the Jack Reavie Vocational Centre in Wingham. Much of the Grace, we will miss your smiling face And, Bruce, your many jokes. The boys’ sweet angelic smiles Will now be seen by the 9th line folks. You shared the joys and sorrows, Of those in this neighbourhood, Taking part in community life, In every way you could. However, you’re not going far, Just over across the way, Meanwhile may our gift express More than our lips can say. Your 7th line Neighbours. — TENDERS — HURON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION Tenders are invited for the following at Huron County Schools: • Interior and Exterior Maintenance Projects • Lawn Equipment • Grass Cutting — Howick Central Public School R.R. 1 Gorrie, Ontario Tender forms, job specifications and equipment requirements are available at the Huron County Board of Education, 103 Albert Street, Clinton on May 3,1989. Deadline for tender submission is 1:00 p.m., May 17, 1989. Lowest or any tenders not necessarily acccepted. R.B. Allan Director of Education work done at the Centre is on a contract basis from local companies and major urban companies. Work ethics are stressed as a learning experience for community employ­ ment opportunities. The Supported Employment Op­ tions Program secures and sup­ ports competitive employment within the community for indivi­ duals with employment disadvant­ ages. Association staff assist them in obtaining a job and provide the necessary supports for the job. To assist handicapped with daily living skills the Association offers Residential Services. There are two residences in operation which are both located in Wingham. Seven residents presently occupy one of them while four other adults share the expenses of the other. Staff are available on a 24 hour basis to help the tenants with daily living re­ quirements. The Supported Independent Liv­ ing Program operates to provide residential support to those who need assistance to live indepen­ dently in their own apartment. They are given help with finances, personal counselling, social skills, menu planning, shopping, and community integration. Ms. Jamieson mentioned that they are always looking for volun­ teer advocates to take people for coffee, to church or out shopping. In essence, to “be a friend to them”. For Residential Service Inquiries she asks that you call 357-1122 and for Employment Ser­ vice Inquiries call 357-1382. She added that though the Flowers of Hope Campaign is province-wide all the monies from the Wingham campaign stay in this area. “Any amount is acceptable,” she said, “and certainly very much appreciated.” ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA May7/89 Easter7 HOLY EUCHARIST REV. PATTNUNN 887-9267 Trinity, Blyth St. John’s, Brussels 9:30a.m. 11:15a.m. a BRUSSELS UNITED CHURCH King Street Sunday, 11 a.m. Morning Service May 7 Sunday School - Nursery Care We are not alone, we live in God ’s world. Melville Presbyterian Church BRUSSELS W.M.S. Anniversary Sunday Guest speaker: Mrs. Stuart Stevenson 11 A.M. MORNING SERVICE SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 A.M. BELGRAVE SERVICE HURON CHAPEL MISSIONARY CHURCH AUBURN PASTOR JAMES H. CARNE 526-7515 10 a.m. - Family Bible School 11 a.m. - Morning Worship 8 p.m. - Evening Service Wed., 8 p.m. - Prayer and Bible Study Sat., 10:30 a.m. - Kids’ Klub and Young Teens J.JewItt Chair Blyth Christian Reformed Church HIGHWAY 4, BLYTH Sunday at 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Rev. W.H. Lammers Sunday School 11:00 a.m. The Church of the “ Back to God Hour ” and “ Faith 20” Back to God Hour 10:30 a.m. CKNX, Sunday Faith 20 5:00 a.m. weekdays, Global T.V. ALL VISITORS WELCOME Melville Guild prepares for Maytime supper Melville Ladies Guild met in the church parlour on Tuesday even­ ing, April 24. The devotions were taken by Isabel Adams and Evelyn Mair. A poem, “Nature’s Rebirth’’, was given by Isabel followed by the singing of “The Glory of the Spring how sweet.” All joined in the Bible reading from 1st John ch. 4, v. 7-21. This was followed by two readings, “Love is God and God is Love” taken by Isabel, and the other, “The Greatest Power for Good the World has ever known”, taken by Evelyn. Prayer was offered by Evelyn. This portion of the meeting was closed by the singing of Hymn 140 “For the Beauty of the Earth”, followed by the repeating of the Mizpah benediction. Margaret Work presided for the business of the meeting. After the reading of the minutes of the treasurer’s report, we discussed preparations for our Maytime sup­ per to be held in the church basement on May 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. All members will have tickets for sale. Several other items of business were discussed. A social time followed. Drive off with A Bargain in the Classified Section.