HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2003-01-08, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2003.
A NOTE FROM BETTY
By Betty
Graber
Watson
Call
887-6236
887-9231
Well. Happy New Year to You!
Another Christmas passed, another
year is gone and if you’re like us it
was very good indeed. Family and
friends, love and memories,
thoughtful gifts to share. Toss in lots
of food, drink, music and laughter
and Christmas 2002 is added to the
list of good ones.
Visitors were all about as we
At the Branch
celebrated the 12 days of Christmas
and for most of the time the weather
seemed to co-operate as the sleds
and shoes hit the snow for lots of fun
with our guests. And it really does
take the 12 days of Christmas to
empty the sweet containers that we
worked so hard on in Advent. Good
customs are hard to break.
The season of Epiphany is now
here, right after the 12th day of
Christmas, and so another
celebration is called for. Ethel
United Church hosted an Epiphany
party on Saturday so we joined
Christians of the world moving into
the season of light. Historically we
are remembering the Kings of the
Christmas story and their search for
the Baby from Bethlehem.
The United Churches celebrated
with stars and candles and of course
food. No good King would leave
home without a good supply - right?
As we start into January we have
lots of time to contemplate - gone is
the hustle of the season past and we
can take the time to really think. Part
of my thoughts already are on Bill
King and Jane DeVries. Death came
to call to both our friends in a quick
and /dramatic manner and so like
them both - pretty efficient, no
nonsense, little help needed. Bill and
Jane were part of the whole
community, not just in one select
group and so as the year progresses
we’ll find that we’ll miss that
familiar smile and hello. We retain
some pretty fine memories. Be sure
to share yours with their kids the
next time you see them.
On Dec. 28 the boys from Perish,
Joshua Gropp. Rob McKercher and
Thomas Ireland played at Toronto’s
Horseshoe Tavern, the place, they
tell me, where the Rolling Stones
played their first Canadian show, oh
so many years ago.
As you’re enjoying the silence of
January, reading books and cleaning
closets, remember that the 5Rs really
likes your leftovers. But unless
you’re giving us an extra bag tag
please be selective and put the
garbage in your garbage bag and
your donations in another for the
5Rs. We’re open Tuesday to
Saturday and a call to the store could
help you with delivery of your
treasures to be recycled. Thank you
in advance.
Enjoy the beauty of nature this
week.
Bye now, Betty G.W.FROM BRUSSELS
40 attend Christmas potluck
By Jo-Ann McDonald
On Dec. 20 the Brussels Legion
had a potluck Christmas supper with
over 40 people attending. There were
34 who participated in the gift
exchange.
On Saturday, Dec. 21 afternoon the
weather wasn’t the best and there
were only six tables of brave euchre
players. The first-place winners were
Lloyd and Lillian Appleby with 72
points. The second-place team was
Edna McLellan and Neil Hatt with 66
points. Coming in for third place
were Len and Betty Archambault.
The luck lone hand winners were
Linda Stevens and Glen Sellers.
Following the euchre were the
Christmas draws. There were over 44
prizes to be won.
The Sunday night singles dance
had a small crowd of around 60
enjoying the music of the Blue
Diamond Trio.
On Sunday evening, Dec. 22
comrades of the Branch gathered for
a service of remembrance for
Comrade Bill Coutts at Schimanski
Family Funeral Home. The funeral
service was held on Monday, Dec.
23. We express our condolences to
the Coutts family.
A surprise on Saturday evening,
Dec. 28 was a busload of Seaforth
comrades dropping in on their way
home from an afternoon at Harriston
Legion Branch.
New Year’s Eve at the Branch had
about. 60 out to enjoy the music
provided by Pa’ Maxwell. There were
party hats and noise makers and after
ushering in the New Year with cheers
and kisses, a potluck meal was put
out for all to enjoy. There were also a
dozen door prizes given away.
ACW meets
In December the St. John’s
Brussels ACW members enjoyed a
delicious Christmas dinner at the
Merry Piper restaurant. A goodly
number of members. Rev. Tom
Wilson and some of the members’
husbands feasted on the dinner.
Rev. Wilson hosted the second
annual Rector’s New Year Levee at
the Anglican Church Rectory on
New Year’s Day. Parishioners from
Trinity Blyth and St. John’s,
Brussels enjoyed refreshments and
time to socialize.
The Thursday evening darts had 14
players out to start the new year. The
first place team was a trio - Katie
Harrison, Ron Schmitt and Bob
Cochrane. The second place team
was Carol Gross and John Harrison.
Having the high was Ron Schmitt.
The Friday night supper of sausage
and sauerkrau was enjoyed by about
30 diners. This week is ham and
scalloped potatoes.
The Saturday afternoon euchre had
10 tables of players. Coming out on
top were Glen Sellers and Ed Stewart
with 74 points. The second place
winners were Neil Hatt and Edna
McLellan with 71 points and third
place was taken by pair Shirley
Hackett and Kay McCormick with 68
points. The lucky Ione hand winners
were Linda Stevens and Gord
Bosman.
The Sunday night singles dance
crowd of 75 enjoyed the music of
Country Motion.
We send out congratulations to
comrades Lyle Brothers and wife
Alice who celebrated 63 years of
marriage this past week.
The lucky membership draw
winner this week was John Harrison.
Coming up in sports is euchre for
the zone in Howick. The sign-up
sheet is at the Branch.
Service Officer comrade Mabel
Glanville reports that the provincial
service officer will be in Brussels
Feb. 20. If you wish an appointment,
contact Mabel.
Membership chairman John
Harrison reports there are still some
members out there who have not paid
their dues for 2003. If you can’t get
into the Branch. P.O. Box 128 will
gladly accept delivery.
It’s the new year and maybe some
Comrades could think about
becoming more involved in the
Branch in some way. There are a
variety of committees which need
some extra people.
Elections are in April. The general
meetings are held the fourth Tuesday
of the month. Entertainment
committee for January is Bob Bridge,
Lawrence Machan, Ken Miller,
Leona McDonald, Karin McDonald,
Greg Wilson. LeeAnn McDonald,
Barrie Currie and Jo-Ann McDonald.
COMING EVENTS
at the
BRUSSELS LEGION
YOUR AEROBIC
WORKOUT
CLASSES MONDAY & THURSDAY 7:30 PM
72 Mill St., Brussels (Upstairs)
Men & Women welcome
Focus on:
-Cardiovascular
- Muscle Toning I
- Balance & Stretching -
Come join us & work out with friends
All previously purchased
tickets welcome
Call Jim: 887-8013
Evenings: 887-9181
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"CRANBROOK"
Sat., January 11th 1-3 pm
We have lowered our prices!
Enjoy a house call or receive
a "spa day” in our new home.
J ALOETTE Skin care products
and House Calls available!
JL 887-8187
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SATURDAY, JAN. 18
Euchre Tournament.
Downstairs at 1:00 p.m.
Bring your own partner.
Admission $5.00 per person.
Cash Prizes. Lunch. No Smoking Event.
SUNDAY, JAN. 19
Singles Dance from
7:00-11:00 pm
Admission: $8.00 per person.
Enjoy "Blue Diamond Trio"
SATURDAY, JAN. 25
Robbie Burns Dance
from 9:00-1:00 am
Admission $8.00 per person.
Lunch. Enjoy Ken Scott Orchestra.
Performance by the combined
Brussels / Listowel Pipe Band.
Info and general inquiries
at 887-6562 after 4:00 p.m.
WINGHAM & DISTRICT HOSPITAL HIGHLIGHTS
CHOLESTEROL EDUCATION DAY
This program will be offered on Jan. 28th from 1:30-3:00 p.m in Room 107 of the
Hospital. A doctor’s referral is required. For more information or to register call Cherie
Dolmage, RD at 357-3210, ext. 275.
LIFESTYLES
A 6 week weight loss program. Lifestyles will assist you to meet your goals for
healthier eating and increasing activity thereby preventing chronic disease. A doctor’s
referral is required. For more information or to sign-up, please call Mary at 357-3210,
ext. 293.
DIABETES EDUCATION DAY
The next class will be held on Jan. 30th from 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. A doctor’s referral
is required. For more information or to register call Cherie Dolmage, RD at 357-3210
ext 275 or Linda Kieffer, RN/CDE at ext. 362.
WINGHAM & DISTRICT HOSPITAL AUXILIARY
A meeting of the Wingham & District Hospital Auxiliary wil be held on January 27th at
1:30 p.m. in the Terrace Room.
Phone: 357-3210 Fax:357-2931 E-Mail: winghosp@wcl.on.ca
Thank you to the people of the
community who supported the
Brussels Lions Club Christmas Draw.
The winners of the draw were:
$500.00 - John Lowe, Turnberry St., Brussels
$300.00 - Lanie Albers, RR 2, Bluevale
$200.00 - Elunid McNair, John St., Brussels
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“Brussels rftpiicalUciai Society
Annual General Meeting
Friday, January 17
BMG Arena ~ Lions Meeting Room
6:30 PM
Pot Luck Supper
Business Meeting
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