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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1996-05-08, Page 11 The news from elgrave Compiled by Linda Campbell Phone 357-2188 Local returns from trip Rocking the night away Students at East Wawanosh Public School sat down on the job in their efforts to raise funds for a class trip to Toronto and Evangel Hall, an inner city mission for street kids in Toronto. From left: Kathy Caldwell, Holly Grubb, Amber Lutz and Vicky Black, along with their Grade 6/7 classmates, were going to keep their rocking chairs rocking for 15 hours, beginning May 3, in the hopes of raising more than $1,100. The rock-athon was part of the class's Lions Quest Program as a service project. z NEW ki# CONY Be Involved! Remember to attend the workshop on the New County Plan at F.E Madill Secondary School (Wingham) Thursday, May 9, 7:00 p.m. Why Should I Attend? • I will be affected by the New County Plan because it will affect local and County decision making and that will affect me; • I want to hear what Huron residents said about community values in the recently completed Community Action Kits; SHARP DEALS ON QUALITY - CLEAN READY-TO-GO USED CARS Great Savings on These Used Cars & Trucks. Some One Owner Low Mileage. 1994 Buick LaSabre • cusolm, loaded 1994 Ford Tempo • 4 door with air 1992 Buick Regal • 4 door, loaded 1991 Olds Culess Supreme SL •4 door, many extras 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan SE • cruise, tilt AMIN Stereo, cassette 1987 GMC halt Ton - V8, automatic 1982 Ford 112 Ton • 6 cyl., standard transmission, low mileage HAMM'S BLYTH PHONE 523-4342 THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 1996 PAGE 11. East Wawanosh Public School news Grade 6/7 class raises funds sitting for 15 hours The Grade 8 students of EWPS would like to thank everybody who attended their ham and scalloped potato supper which was a great success. Thanks also to the parents who either made scalloped potatoes or pies. Kitchen help included Joyce Thompson, Linda Meier and Marilyn Freiburgcr. Nolda Kulas had made and donated a multi-coloured crocheted Muriel Coultes returned Wednes- day from a trip to the Maritimes. Three days were spent in Bathurst, N.B. where she was the special guest speaker at the Maritime Conference UCW bi-annual meeting. Three more days were spent in Kentville, N.S. in the Annapolis Valley, where she was the guest of the Valley Presbyterial UCW spring Thankoffering meeting. These invitations were extended because of her trip to Korea with the peace ribbons, and also because of her position as president of the National Consultation of Women of the United Church. Mabel's Moms met on Wednes- day, May 1 at their regular time. Those who attended were Donna Raynard, Trevor and Heidi; Andrea Stevenson, Mathew, Tyler and Spencer; Kim Higgins and Laura; Linda Hess and Andrew; Elaine Scott and Payton; Sandra Dorsch and Melinda; Claren Yuill; Lila Procter and Ben; Sherri Sippel, afghan, on which the students had sold tickets. The draw was made at the supper by Nolda and it was won by Sheila Nixon. Congratulations Sheila. The Grade 8 students will be barbecuing at the Belgrave Co-op on Saturday, May 18. This will be their final fundraiser for their trip to Quebec. The Grade 6/7 class was working hard to make the Rock-a-thon a Christi, Scott and Daniel; Annette Te Raa, Mitchell and Janelle. The topic was "Education — How Parents Should be Involved". Last week Carleigh Galbraith received first in saxophone with 80 points, while brother Shawn received first in classical guitar with 85 points at the Midwestern Ontario Rotary Music Festival held in Walkerton. Congratulations Carleigh and Shawn from friends and neighbours. On Tuesday, April 30 the Home Schooling mothers and children enjoyed a potluck dinner and get- together at the home of Scott and Linda Galbraith and family. It was a casual fun day and the children enjoyed playing together and visiting. On Thursday, May 2 Margaret Higgins, Alvin and Verna Higgins of Wingham spent the day in Waterloo and enjoyed dinner at the Stone Crock Restaurant in St. Jacobs. great success. It was held Friday, May 3 at 4 p.m.until May 4 at 7 a.m. They formed various committees and each should be commended for their excellent ideas which they brought before the class. Hcrc is a summary of various decisions. The games committee members supplied a Sega and a Super NES for video games and various video games. Other students brought video games, board games, cards, etc. Movie committee members brought assortment of personal videos that were suitable for viewing at school. Music committee members supplied appropriate sound systems for small group listening. Food committee members ordered pizza. To show its appreciation to he Grade 6/7 class for its work on the Peacemaker program, the school purchased two slices of pizza and one can of pop per student. orders of additional pieces were taken and money collected by committee members and the delivery of pizza was arranged by the committee. Other snack items were left up to the students. The sponsor sheet committee tabulated the total amount spon- sored on each sheet. The members will count the money after it is all collected. The students were great lorgani- zers and the rock-a-thon was a great success with lots of fun. The Grade 6/7 are grateful to everyone who supported them in their rock-a-thon. Piano students pass Congratulations are extended to several piano students from our area, who recently competed in the Midwestern Ontario Rotary Music Festival in Walkerton. Brittany Armstrong, solo, first; Janelle Kuyvenhoeven, concert class, first; Scott Folkard, Adam Skinn, Nathan Spivey, trio, first; Dan Hammill, solo, first; Mary Benaway, solo, second; Kristyn Gerth, concert class, second; Cynthia Welsh, solo, second; Sarah Doolittle, solo, second; Kendra Folkard, Nicole School fair receives donation The regular meeting of the Belgrave Community Club was held on Friday, May 3. The meeting opened with the singing of 0 Canada. The minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted. The treasurer's report was presented. Correspondence were read from USCO regarding the annual convention being held in London in August. It was decided to grant the Bel- grave, Brussels, Blyth School Fair the amount of $100 and the Belgrave Community Centre Continued on page 34 Waechtcr, duet, second; Amber Lutz, solo, third; Victoria Waech- ter, Jennifer Bushell, duet, third; Caroline Dykstra, solo, third. Dan Hammill also received a scholarship from the festival. They are students of Anne Spivey, Belgrave. • I want to voice my community issues; • I want to influence public policy before it is drafted; • I care about the future of my community. For a complete list of workshops being held around the County, please call the Huron County Planning and Development Department at 519-524-2188.