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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2019-07-11, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JULY 11, 2019. At the Branch Cemetery service attended by 40 Hungry? Members of the Brussels Leo Club have been out and about in the community quite a bit lately, working to raise funds for the project they’ve recently undertaken: the refurbishment of playgrounds throughout the village. Here, they were barbecuing at the recent mushball tournament, which raised over $3,700 for the renovation and expansion of the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre. Putting their cooking skills to good use over the weekend were, from left: Justin Morrison, Taylor Daw and Savannah Chambers. (Photo submitted) By Jo-Ann McDonald Thank you to all! The Brussels Cemetery decoration service was well attended with almost 40 people attending. Family members, community members, with Brussels Legion pipe band and Legion members formed the group attending. The service is planned by the Brussels Legion Branch, but it is for the members of the Brussels and area community. Many have loved ones resting in the Brussels cemetery and across the road in St. Ambrose Cemetery. Folks travelled from as far as Toronto and Stratford to attend. The reading of the names of those who had passed included those from June, 2017 to June, 2109 because last year’s service was cancelled due to rain. In total, there were 60 names read and remembered. The service was led by Padre Sandra Cable and President Jamie Mitchell. The cemetery looked its finest as usual, thanks to the staff at the cemetery and to all who place flowers on the gravestones. The Brussels Legion Branch celebrated Canada Day with a fish fry. Approximately 120 enjoyed the fish dinner cooked by Deb Ross, Greg Wilson and Bob and Monica Richardson. The inside work was handled by Judy Lee, Nanci Ducharme and Jo-Ann McDonald and the door by Kathy Burkholder. Leo club leaders and four members of the Leo club assisted with running fish in, helping with the lift, cleaning tables and picking up garbage. It was a good day for all. It has been a quiet time around the Branch during the week now with all groups on summer holidays, except for the pipe band. They still would welcome anyone interested in learning the pipes or drums to drop in and check out the group. Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. is when they practise, so drop by if you want to learn. Euchres are on holidays for the summer and will be back in the fall. The fish fry crew was in Bayfield on the weekend at the Bluewater Campground. They fed approximately 150 people on Saturday evening. Helping at the fry were Jamie Mitchell, Judy Lee, Cam Ross and Darcy. The prep work was done by Judy Lee and Jo- Ann McDonald. The Sunday night dance had the County Roads band for the listening and dancing enjoyment of the just over 50 attending. The heat was probably a factor in the smaller crowd. The usual helpers were Mary Bradshaw, Mabel Glanville, Judy Lee, Jo-Ann McDonald and Deb Ross. NEWS FROM BRUSSELS Celebration marks 100th anniversary Summer has arrived in all her glory. The humid heat, the bright sun and the thoughts that go with a little lazing about. In the event you thought to complain, think of January. Many times we hear what a good community we have. In tragic times, party times, building times, our people have led by example. As new people come into our lives, they get the fact that community trumps personal wants in certain times. When the community sees a need, and leaders take a position, the rest of us know that our physical or financial support is the needed thing. Andrew Carnegie, the fellow from the 1870s who made it possible for us to have such a fine library, had this to say, “no one will make a great leader who wants to do it all himself, or to get all the credit for doing it.” Andrew gave us a good boost. Think of our community and make the effort to help our community be better. I have a garden stone that says, “it takes a long time to grow an old friend” and my thoughts often go there when I see it.” Two occasions lately reminded me of the privilege it is to have “old friends”. A day at the lake with two nurses that I met in 1967 was a day of laughs, stories, news and chatting about all that life has to offer. Illness, amputation, death of a child, transplant, divorce were but a few of the experiences that this conversation held. Once again life is what you make it and reviewing events with old friends is wonderful. The Listowel hospital celebrated 100 years lately with the retired staff looking after a great gathering. Joyce Ireland King was the contact for the folks from here who were counted as retired staff, as well over 300 from elsewhere. A tent, scrapbooks, name tags, hospital tours and refreshments were all in their plan. It was great to review life with folks from your past, causing great laughter and often disbelief. Reading name tags was a bonus as that included name and employment period, so no need to search your mind for details. Another good gathering. Kid’s Corner is coming soon. Get the young ones registered, making organization for the good folks who pull this week together a little less hectic. The folks at the pool have made it easy for the adults of the world to take a daily dip. The availability at 1 p.m. gives you an hour of pool time, so take advantage of this home-time perk, it’s good for everyone. Take care and be kind to each other. Bye now. Betty G.W. BMG Pool Sponsored by the Brussels Lions Club July 17th is Deck out the Deck Party During regular public swim we will have lots of sidewalk chalk for you to colour the deck. All you need to bring is your imagination. Regular rates apply. Registration open at 11:30 am Pre-register at www.brusselsfiddlejamboree.ca Sunday, July 21 1:00 p.m. BMG Community Centre, Brussels $7 Admission Beef on a bun $10 No charge for performers Singers and Guitar Players play second fiddle at the.... 6th Annual! By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-9231 A NOTE FROM BETTY Two-for-one deal After the postponement of the Huronlea Auxiliary’s Mother’s and Father’s Day events, the group held a joint event that brought together the Father’s Day barbecue and the Mother’s Day bake sale. Here, Yvonne Knight, right, and Jim Lee, centre, served up lunch to hungry diners like Joyce Triebner. (Shawn Loughlin photo)