HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1994-04-06, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,1994.
Huronlea plans for spring
The right fit
Marlene Richmond of St. John Ambulance demonstrates
on Molly Morton the proper way to put someone's arm in a
sling during a First Aid course at the Brussels Fire Hall on
Good Friday.
Brussels
People
Many families had children and
grandchildren visiting over the
Easter weekend and while the
weather on Sunday left a little to be
desired - local churches reported
good congregations in attendance.
Both the Mennonite and
Brussels pastor on
Wheels Away board
At the inaugural meeting of the
board of directors of Wheels Away,
Vicky Piltke from Belgrave was
elected chair of the North Huron
Special Transit Corporation.
Other members of the executive
area: Rev. Cam McMillan, vice
chair, Barbara Snowden, treasurer
and Ronda Bennett, secretary.
Gloria Workman, who has
chaired the organization through
two challenging years for this
relatively new North Huron service
will remain on the board as past
chair. "One of my responsibilities
will be to develop strong
committees by recruiting
volunteers from the community. I
feel confident that the new
executive will do a great job over
the next year," Ms Workman says.
Wheels Away has experienced a
23 per cent growth in ridership in
the past year as residents begin to
realize the benefits of accessible
transportation which can get them
where they want to go, even in
winter." "In some cases, being able
to get out to social events or to visit
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Presbyterian churches began their
Easier celebrations with outdoor
Sunrise Services.
Visitors in town included Judy
and Dennis Becker at the home of
Willis and Barbara Knight, Stewart
and Allison Cardiff and family at
the home of Jack and Audrey
Cardiff, Doug and Jane Richards
and family at the home of Sheila
Richards, Hope and Ron Fennell
visiting Phyllis Beacom, Debbie
and Terry Bailie and family visiting
Jane and Jack Hall, and Kathy and
Randy Fisher and family visiting
Roy and Donna Fisher and Ken and
Liz Sholdice.
a friend can have a real effect on
people's health," says Bill Glassier,
physiotherapist at Wingham and
District Hospital.
When contacted about her new
position on the board, Ms Piluke
said: "The board of Wheels Away
has set ambitious goals for the
coming year, which include
improving the financial picture and
starling a reserve for future
expansion through fundraising,
promoting the system as an
essential service and increasing
ridership."
The board meets on the fourth
Tuesday of the month al 7:30 p.m.
at the Wingham United Church
which is accessible. Any interested
person would be welcome to
attend.
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Tuesday - Closed
Wednesday -10 to 2
Thursday -10 to 2
Friday -10 to 2
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through.
By Mary Gibbings
Huronlea Program Co-ordinator
February being a short month,
was a very busy month at
Huronlea. Despite winter's stormy
days, programs at Huronlea still
carried on. Thanks to the many
volunteers who helped to entertain
the residents.
Feb. 1, the Residents Council met
in the Fitness Room. Many enjoyed
the meeting - coffee and goodies
were enjoyed as well.
Residents enjoyed the TV bingo
that is held on Wednesday nights.
Many thanks to the Junior Lioness,
the Pathfinders and the Youth
Group from the Presbyterian
Church for helping the residents
win bingo. We have had some
winners. The tenants from
Highland apartments enjoyed bingo
as well.
Mass is held every Thursday at
10 a.m. in the Chapel.
The Glee Club met on Thursday,
Feb. 3 at 2 p.m.
Pam Yates visits the home every
Thursday morning to do a "Beauty
Boutique" program in the Craft
Room.
On Friday it was baking in the
craft room in the morning with
Cathy and Yvonne, then in the
afternoon it's Bingo time with Roy,
Helen, and B.J. DeJong in the
fitness room.
Every Monday afternoon at
2:30 p.m. it is sing-a-long time in
the Chapel.
The February birthday party was
held in the sitting room. The
Londesboro Senior Citizens
provided the entertainment and the
goodies for the party.
Wednesday, Feb. 9 Brussels
hymn-sing was held in the chapel at
4-Hers study
photography
By Jodi Semple
Saturday, April 2 was the first
meeting for the Cranbrook 4-H
Club. Leaders this spring are
Darlene Fischer and Ross
Hemingway.
For the next six weeks members
will be studying "Exploring Photo
graphy". There were 13 members at
the Cranbrook Community Centre.
The elections for officers took
place. They are as follows:
president, Crystal Semple; vice-
president, Cass Boyd; secretary,
Leslie Baillie; treasurer, Darlene
Fischer; news reporter, Jodi
Semple.
This week we studied the parts of
a camera and how a camera works.
The meeting was closed with the
motto, "Leam to Do by Doing".
The next meeting will be held
Saturday, April 9.
BRUSSELS
MINOR BALL
REGISTRATION
Wed., April 6 & 13
7 to 9
at B.M. & G.
Community Centre
($5.00 Late Fee)
Coaches needed
Coaches meeting -
Wed., April 20,7:30 p.m.
2 p.m.
Feb. 10 the Valentine Tea was
held in the front lobby. Tea and
coffee and cookies made in the
craft room were enjoyed by all.
Don Dunbar entertained on the
piano on Wednesday, Feb. 16.
Good old lime songs were played
and sung.
Movie day was held in the sitting
room. Thank you B.J., Roy and
» Helen for providing the movie for
the month.
Wednesday, Feb. 23, Dorothy
and Harold Steffler entertained in
the Sitting Room. Thursday, Feb.
24 Phyllis Mitchell on her violin
and her friend on the piano
entertained the residents.
It is a pleasure to have Dave
Goodland helping at Huronlea as a
volunteer.
The monthly Church services
were conducted by the following
• reasonably priced
• no extra charge for
custom sizes
• storm kits available
Ross Mitchell
Cabinets &
Construction
887-6782
BRITTAIN’S
JANITORIAL
SERVICES
• Offices
• Service Stations
• Party Clean-ups
"No Job Is Too Small"
887-9764
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Congratulations to the
Winners of the
EASTER
COLOURING DRAW
BLYTH:
1. Super Soaker - Levi Cook
2. Basket - Amy Cook
3. Markers - Sharon Hartman
4. Chocolate Bunny - Bryana McWhirter
5. Duck - Melissa Black
6. Blow Up Bunny - Jeffrey Elliott
BRUSSELS:
1. Super Soaker - Greg Bowers
2. Easter Bunny - Jill Bridge
3. Markers - Heather Armstrong
4. Bunny - Bridget Kellington
5. Stuffed Bunny - Jamie McLellan
6. Blow Up Bunny - Alana Betts
A Special Thank You to Everyone
who entered our draw!!
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ministers in February. Rev. Tom
Warner, Brussels Mennonite; Rev.
Paul Acton, Brussels Anglican and
Rev. C. McAvoy, Brussels
Presbyterian.
If you have spare time please
give Mary a call at Huronlea 887-
9267. We are always looking for
volunteers or anyone with a talent
to share.
To our residents in the hospital, a
speedy recovery to you. To the
families who have lost a loved one
our sympathy goes out to you.
Thought for the Day -
"Happiness is contagious, Be a
carrier."
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SATURDAY SPECIAL
SHRIMP LINGUINE
SUNDAY EVENING
SMORGASBORD
$9.95
Entertainment
April 8 & 9 - Dynamic Sound
April 15 & 16 - Late Night Radio
Brussels Country Inn
Dining Room Hours
Tues. - Thurs. 11-8
Fri. & Sat. 11-9 Sun. 12 - 8
887-9035