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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1999-12-15, Page 3THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1999. PAGE 3. Snuggling in with Santa Under clear skies and unseasonably warm conditions, children from Blyth and area had an opportunity to take a wagon ride with jolly old St. Nick Saturday afternoon thanks to the Blyth Lions Club. Scouts buy tents, canoes As reported in The Citizen Dec. I, 1st Blyth Scouting was the recipient of a Trillium Foundation grant of $4,000 to support Scouting in Blyth. Ten tents have recently been purchased with some of the money. The purchase of two canoes will take place when the market has been explored. On behalf of the youth, the Group Committee is delighted that their application for funding was approved. Increased registration numbers and a dynamic, outdoor- oriented program were straining limited resources. Tents currently being used were old, and not all in good condition. Increased water activities required the addition of more canoes. The lack of snow and wintery weather has not dampened the enthusiasm of the youth for the holiday season. Beavers will tour the main street of Blyth to judge Christmas decorations in store windows. They are gathering family pictures and momentos to make a personal family tree craft, and are looking forward to a Christmas party and gift exchange on Dec. 21. The Cubs have been very keen to complete badge work this year. Requirements for the ‘Blue Star’ are nearing completion. As part of their community awareness, they toured the Blyth Sewage Treatment Plant, and really enjoyed an ‘alphabet tour’ of Blyth for one meeting night. The object was to find something that started with or contained each letter of the alphabet. Their ingenuity was impressive-. For the first aid requirement Debbie MacKinnon taught the Cubs basic first aid knowledge. Awareness of what to do in a medical emergency is important for the youth to know throughout all of their Scouting experience. As they continue into Scouts and Venturers they will expand their knowledge so that they will be better prepared to deal with emergency situations that might arise. Scouts held one meeting with the Blyth Guides. Both youth and leaders shared ideas, and participated in joint activities. December 3-5 the Troop camped at Gary Nicholson’s woodlot. Forestry Manager Warren Moore instructed the youth on proper management of a wood lot, including pruning. With the boughs that "'ere cut off they constructed Continued on page 15 Kathy’s Korner By Kathy Bromley On Monday, Dec. 6 there were five tables for the weekly euchre party at Bainton's Art Gallery. The high scores went to Francis Clark and Graeme McDowell, while Ruth Shiell and John Hesselwood had the low scores for the night. Both Ted and Marjory East had the most lone hands. Euchre parties will continue to be held every Monday night at 8 p.m. in Bainton's Art Gallery. Everyone is welcome to enjoy an evening of cards. Please take the time to give credit when credit is due. This world has become one of such a fast pace to keep up to. In turn the more accomplishments we make, the more we push ourselves to achieve. Take the time to show loved ones, workers or volunteers that what they do is greatly appreciated. An excellent example of this was demonstrated when Dave Cook, Brent Scrimgeour. Rob Finch and Doug Walker were nominated by the hockey team and parents after the guidance and support they demonstrated when the players on their Bantam team had to deal with such tragic events in one week. So please do not hesitate to express your admiration or do something as a way of saying “thank you” to those who are still with us and in turn boost their self-esteem. I know my sister-in-law Jane is now up above observing everything and very proud of not only her accomplishments in life, but also the fact that she was recognized for it by the Huron Community Care Access Centre. Kathy’s Quote of the Week: Good examples have twice the value of good advice. Anyone with stories or news about the Blyth community contact Kathy at ' 523-4497. OPA announces scholarship The Ontario Propane Association has announced the Steven Sparling Scholarships, established to honour the founding chair of the Associa­ tion for his exemplary contribution, dedication, commitment and leadership to the Ontario Propane Industry. These annual awards are available to active members of the Ontario Propane Association, their families, employees of member companies, and their families. The purpose of the scholarships is to provide financial assistance, annually, beginning in 2000, to recipients pursuing a post­ secondary education at Vocational or Trade Schools, Colleges or Universities. Incorporated in 1996, the Ontario Propane Association is the recognized voice of the propane industry in Ontario. Steven Sparling, vice-president, Sparling’s Propane Co. Ltd., Blyth has been chair of the Association since its inception. His term expires at the end of 1999. The outstanding contribution to the propane industry by the founding chair of the Association will be remembered throughout the years to come with the establish­ ment of the Steven Sparling Scholarships. For more information contact the Ontario Propane Association, 1155 North Service Rd., W., Oakville, ON, 905-469-1941 or fax, 905-469- 1942. E-mail: opa@propane.ca Web Site: www.propane.ca BLYTH-HULLETT LANDFILL SITE CHRISTMAS HOURS THE BLYTH LIONS Would like to thank Ray Hallahan & Wayne Lowe for bringing the horses and wagon for Santa Day. Hope you get your tire fixed for next yean RE: MILLENNIUM PICTURES & ALBUMS If you brought some material into The Citizen office for our special Millennium paper you may now come in and pick it up. Thank you very much for all your help. C itizen VILLAGE OF BLYTH MUNICIPAL/PUC OFFICE Christmas Hours Still taking orders for Slaking up, until tbec. 2C Phone Lois 523-9477 Friday, December 24,1999 Open 9 a.m. -1 p.m. Saturday, December 25,1999 Closed Friday, December 31,1999 Open 9 a.m. -1 p.m. Saturday, January 1, 2000 Closed Friday, December 24,1999 Closing at 3 p.m. Monday, December 27,1999 Closed Tuesday, December 28,1999 Closed Thursday, December 30,1999 & Friday, December 31,1999 Normal Hours Monday, January 3, 2000 Closed I • / • r- v• C itizen I The North Huron i The Brussels Office will be closed from Monday, December 20 at 2 p.m. until Monday, January 3 at 10 a.m. The Blyth Lions would like to thank everyone that supported them at their annual Christmas Dinner & Dance. Also thanks to everyone that helped pull it together. will be closing for holidays I// The Blyth Office will be closed from Tuesday, December 21 at 5 p.m until Monday, January 3 at 9 a.m. The Christmas paper will be in the mail on Wednesday, December 22. Our special millennium issue will be mailed on Dec. 29 z ■Q" Celebrate the Millennium with A FIREWORKS, For The New Year? Package - Singles available The Blyth General Store 523-9785