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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 1997-04-02, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2,1997 Crafters’ Market re-opens Diamond anniversary ■ Gerald and Gerrie Exel of Brussels celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with family and friends, March 31. A Come and Go Tea was held at Melville Presbyterian Church. Exels wed 60 years It was 60 years ago, March 31, that Gerald and Gerrie Exel were wed in Omen, Holland. The couple immigrated to Cana da in July, 1948, with six children, ranging in age from six weeks to 10 years. They farmed in Holyrood for a year before moving to Brussels. Mr. Exel worked for Bob War wick Chicken Hatchery, D. N. McDonald Lumber then Harold Thomas Construction. In 1956, they bought a farm east of Brussels then started the Gerald Exel Contractor business four years later. They are members of Melville Presbyterian Church, Brussels, and retired to the village in 1976. The Exels have eight children, 22 grandchildren, 11 of whom are married, and 22 great-grandchil dren. The couple celebrated the occa sion with a Come and Go Tea at Melville Church, March 31, with special guests, Anton and Corrie Exel and daughter from Holland, attending. A family dinner will be held April 5, at the church. from March 27 - April 1. They defeated Sweden at Nanaimo, B.C. before losing the next three games to Strathcoma, Edmonton and Langley, B.C. Kevin is trying out for the Ontario under 17 team in mid April. He is a grandson of Mary and Murray Huether of Brussels. By Bonnie Gropp Citizen staff A big success during the Christ mas season, the Crafters' Market is re-opening in Brussels on May 1. Twenty-five crafters will be shar ing space at the former Brussels Variety store, located on the west side of Tumberry Street, next to Just for You. They will offer patrons a selection of affordable items, including woodcrafts, knit ted items, handiwork, jewellery, canvas bags and food products. Homecoming 1997 souvenirs will also be available. Established the first time in December of 1995 for the holiday shopping season, those involved were encouraged enough by the interest shown that they decided to repeat the idea in 1996. The posi tive feedback that time prompted the idea of opening longer. One of the crafters, Clem Steffler said the market is a two-sided bene fit. "It is another opportunity for the customers and it fills a store on main street. For the craftpeople, it is an opportunity to display their product and supplement their income." Steffler, who is retired, said for him it is a way to fill hours and to meet "a lot of beautiful people." In addition to contributing to the rental cost of the building, the crafters are also required to work or hire someone to work, for one, three-and-a-half hour session at the market per month, a commitment that particularly appeals to some. "I get excited about that social aspect," said Steffler. While many items will be dis played, interested customers can also order custom-made products if they prefer, Steffler said. One thing he stresses is the enterprise's uniqueness. "We want to supple ment the (consumer opportunities) already in town. We will not carry any merchandise that local retailers offer. We are not in this to com- pete. The Crafters' Market will be open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from 10 a.m to 5 p.m., beginning May 1. While the organizers have limit ed the number of craftspeople par- ticipating to 25, Steffler says they do want a waiting list as some peo ple will not always have items for retail. Anyone interested in taking part in this business project should contact Barb Mutter, 887-6117 or Dorothy Cummings, 887-9393. Huronlea Happenings Residents hear Irish tunes By Olive Sproul The first day of March was a Saturday and Mary and Alice came in the afternoon at 2:00 p.m. and made beautiful music together for an hour. Marion Eady has been coming in about twice a month to play the piano, and sometimes the electric organ. She .is often joined by Karen Cardiff. At such times they play power duets, mixing hymns with classical and country. It was a good start to the month that first Tuesday, for it was Phyllis Mitchell’s regular visit. She brought two guests with her. Graeme Craig had been here at Christmas, singing carols, but Don MacDonald was new, and an asset to any group of entertainers. Don was especially adept at getting the audience involved. In the afternoon residents were treated to the monthly visit from their buddies. As usual they charged noisily through the door and tore off their parkas on their way to greet us. Miss MacDonald called the class together and they sang three Irish songs, Toora Loora Loora, My Wild Irish Rose and I’ll Take You Home Kathleen. The Bank of Commerce sends a couple of tellers down every week so we are able to keep up with our banking. Lome MacKenzie entertained on the piano. He also has an excellent baritone voice. He likes the Continued on page 23 Looking For a Family or Business Computer? Call Huron Video and Sound Quality Multimedia Systems with a 2 year warranty. Also upgrades, repairs and technical support. Free delivery and 2 hour tutorial with every new system. Steve Blake Phone/Fax 887-9434 blakey@wcl.on.ca Kevin Huether of the Brampton 'AAA' Bantam Maroons was a member of the OMHA finalist team. Brampton defeated Halton, St. Catharines, Windsor, Barrie, Stoney Creek and Richmond Hill before losing in sudden-death overtime to Niagara Falls. Brampton defeated Niagara Falls 2- 0 in the first game of the finals, then lost 3-1 in the second game. Niagara Falls scored the overtime winner on a disputed goal. This completed a very successful year for the team. Immediately afterwards, they left for the Kamloops, B.C. International Bantam AAA' Tournament representing Ontario Koch acknowledges staff’s efforts to cut Continued from page 1 provide the same number of paid hours per patient day as we currently do." Other changes the public may notice is that, while the staff will try its best to accommodate taste preference, patients will only be offered one main menu choice each day. Also, switchboard will not staffed between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. The nursing staff and supervisor will handle inquiries directly from a confidential portable phone. Most of these suggested changes surfaced at the Fiscal Advisory Committee meetings which has members representing all groups of employees and doctors within the hospital. 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