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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2003-01-22, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2003. Assembly VP visits Rebekah Lodge FROM BRUSSELS Receiving honours Grey Central Public School student Yvonne DeWit was presented with the Murray Cardiff Award, by Jeff Cardiff at the Brussels Agricultural Society’s annual meeting, Jan. 17. The award goes to the student who earned the most combined points in the school and junior section. (Vicky Bremner photo) Ag Society holds meeting The Brussels Agricultural Society held its annual meeting on Friday January 17, at the BMG Centre. The meeting was preceded by a potluck supper. After opening remarks by President David Perrie the school and junior section awards were presented. This year Yvonne DeWit of Grey Central Public School won the Jeanne Ireland, Murray Cardiff and the Joan and David Perrie awards. After the award presentation, the evening's guest speaker, Jeanne Kirkby spoke about her recent trip to Vietnam and Cambodia. Although Kirkby commented that, “I didn't plan on giving speeches when I went - just on having fun,” her presentation was both interesting and informative. She showed members a wide range of photographs and also had a First date... First kiss... Romantic proposal... LW/mI Continue down the path | to a beautiful wedding I with help from ' The Citizen's to be published February 12, 2003 Vice-president of Rebekah Assembly of Ontario, Sister June Ritchie visited Morning Star Rebekah Lodge on Tuesday, Jan. 14 for her official visit. She was accompanied by her husband Brother Herb Ritchie. Deputy Grand Master of Grand Lodge of Ontario. Also attending was District Deputy President of Huron District No. 23 Sister Helen Coates and her husband and sisters and brothers from Huronic Lodge, Clinton and Perth Star Lodge, Listowel. A roast beef dinner was enjoyed followed by the meeting held at beautiful handmade, embroidered kimono, which she had purchased. Kirkby visited Hanoi and was quite surprised by the French nature of this Southeast Asian city. She also visited Hue, the old imperial Continued on page 16 John Deere LT150H Automatic Lawn Tractor Brussels Crusaders' RCA 52" Projection TV Senior "A" Hockey Club 1st annual fundraiser draw to be held February 28, 2003 (prizes awarded are non-casn refundable) $10 each (1500 tickets sold) Lottery Licence # M280278 Please support your local Senior A Crusaders' Hockey Club Tickets available at: - McDonald Lumber - Brussels - Ten Pas Floor & Decor - Listowel - G & M Auto Parts - Brussels - Brussels Arena - Huron Tractor - Blyth - Any Team Member and Staff Brussels United Church. Clinton opened lodge with Brussels N.G. Sister Gertie Kellington presiding for business and closing ceremonies. A tabloid was presented by Vice Grand Sister Elva Brown and several sisters called “Tree of Joy” based on the President of Rebekah Assembly’s program. Happy Birthday was sung to Sister Sarah Stephenson who celebrated her 80th birthday Jan. 4; as well as to Sister Joan Bernard and Bro. Bill Kellington. The dignitaries accompanied by Sister Kellington visited in the afternoon with Sister Marie McTaggart at Huron lea apartments but were unable to visit Sisters Mary Lowe and Retta Hoover because of restrictions. They also visited Sister Leona Connelly and sister Lorraine Edwards. The visit to three sisters at Carresant Care, Listowel, was cancelled due to restrictions also. Vice-President Sister Ritchie commended the lodges on their support of CHAMPS, cancer, eye research, arthritis and work within their communities. A social time followed with readings by Sister Nelva Scott, and cake and ice cream to honour Sister Sarah Stephenson. The door prize was won by Sister Berva Cartwright, Clinton. jjF bmgfftf Recreation Ilk invites y°u to join ns on A |f Sunday the 26t" W for a Super Bowl Party Watch the game on a 52" TV Thanks to the Crusader Fundraiser Draw (Tickets for the TV will be available) JI Doors open at 3:00 JK iML Pizza & Refreshments jwik will be available A NOTE FROM BETTY By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-6236 887-9231 “Oh the weather outside is frightful ...” That theme was on tap a lot this past week as the white stuff came in large Bakes and amounts, and the wind kept time just to let you know it was January. Just relax and enjoy. It’s always good to be reminded that we don’t run the world. Lucky thing too. January is made for rescheduling. Lion’s Park hill was the place to be if you have an aversion to snow. Only the joy on a child’s face heading down the hill tells the true story of a good snowfall. It’s pretty dull now that the trees and decorations are all away for another year, just the odd bit of tinsel that escaped reminds us of the season past and those on the way. Waterloo Theatre is advertising a play that sounds good for the soul - The bible (unabridged) - the complete story in two hours, PICK OF THE WEEK 4x4 Winter Ready Check out our selection starting from S11,995. See Scott or Allan for all the details Hwy. 86, Wingham 357-3460 Sunday, February 2, 2003 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Join us for the bi-annual Brussels Skating Carnival Brussels, Morris & Grey Community Centre, Brussels Admission: $5.00 per person Under 6 yrs. Free Family Rate: $20.00 (4 or more over 6 yrs.) | Tickets available at the door L For more information: Debbie Seili: 519-887-6289 J__ or Jill Sholdice: 519-887-6836 | Sale hours: Mon. - Fri. 9-5:30; Sat. 9-12 Service hours: Mon. - Fri. 8-5:30; Sat. 8-12 Email: bridge@scsinternet.com www.bridgemotors.com BRIDGE MOTORS ltd. Parts Tammy Gibson Service ____ Robert Elliott Scott Bridge Allan Bridge Sales originally written in the Monty Python/John Cleese method of telling an incident, it sounds like just the thing for January diversion. All the reviews warn not to attend unless you can laugh at religion. That should be assumed. The local policing committee is looking for interested folks to take an active part in the safety andz security of our area. Monthly meetings, usually the third Wednesday of each month, occur to share information and concerns. Watch for the February meeting date. Dig out your book and keep reading. There are so many to get done and so little time. Bye now, Betty G.W. COMING EVENTS at the BRUSSELS LEGION 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.