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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2003-01-29, Page 7THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2003. PAGE 7. Snow- filled activities at WLS The Walton Little School toddler class has been working on snow- related activities. But due to the rather stormy weather, they have been unable to explore the snow outdoors, so they brought the snow indoors to their water table. The toddlers have been able to examine the properties of ice, snow and water. They even built an indoor snowman. Their favourite book this week has been Snowballs by Lois Ehlert. The pre-schoolers have also been studying winter and snow. They observed what happened to snow when it was brought inside. They noticed how dirty it really was, a good reason not to eat snow. They tried to guess how long it would take for it to melt. It took all day. They have been enjoying the class igloo where they can read books with a friend. They have been doing lots of painting and playing. A new group of senior pre­ schoolers have formed The Acorns inspired by Great oaks from little acorns grow. This group has eight four-and-a-half to five-year-olds learning a lot of new things. The pre-school class has been spelling their names with snow letters. They have been playing a mitten match game and discussing their favourite winter activities. It was birthday luncheon on Wednesday at the Walton Inn for two people. David Griffiths was with his wife Karen and Marie Coutts was joined by Mary Humphries and Leona McDonald. Our local drainage contractors KMM attended the Land Improvement Contractors of Ontario Convention in London last week. They stayed from Tuesday to Friday at the Best Western Hotel in London. The men, Ron and Paul McCallum and Bill McClure, attended the seminars and meetings. The women, Betty and Dianne McCallum and Walking along The halls of area secondary schools experienced some weekend traffic with the annual Walk for Alzheimers on Saturday. From left: Megan and Melissa Disher (Vicky Bremner photo) WWW.IVESINSURANCE.COM A Review of activities at SEAFORTH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Cold, Flu, & Norwalk VIRUS SEASON IS UPON US ALL VISITORS are strongly encouraged to STOP and WASH YOUR HANDS at the handwashing station/infection Control display BEFORE entering and upon LEAVING INPATIENT AREA. A waterless, sanitizing solution is provided in a convenient pump dispenser; no towels are required. Your co-operation will decrease the risk of infection to our vulnerable elderly and lowered immune system patients. Influenza symptoms include: abrupt onset of cough and fever, headache, sore throat, aching muscles, general feeling of unwellness, or upper respiratory infection. Norwalk virus unlike influenza, causes vomiting and diarrhea. You may also experience 1-3 days of nausea, fever and stomach cramps. This is a highly infectious virus that spreads easily from person to person contact with contaminated hands and objects e.g. taps, bathrooms, doorknobs, etc. If diarrhea is bloody and/or accompanied by a high fever or if symptoms last longer than 72 hours, medical attention is recommended. You must be symptom free of vomiting/diairliea a minimum of 48 hours prior to your retu rn to work, school or other public areas. If you are experiencing cold, flu or Norwalk-like symptoms, PLEASE reschedule your hospital visit until you are well. Student Volunteer Opportunity applications are now being accepted for students interested in the health or service provider field. Let your light shine by sharing your individual talents, skills and caring personality with our patients. For further information/application form, please contact Pam Nesbitt 527-3008. THANK YOU!!! Once again, the Huron Perth Hospital Partnership has received a 5 star rating in Patient Satisfaction scores for the Ontario Hospital Report. Thank you to everyone who completed surveys. Your comments matter! Sharon McClure attended the ladies' programs. They went to a business in London called Green Galore, where they were shown how artificial green plants are made. A highlight was on Thursday evening at the banquet where Paul McCallum was named the new president of LICO. Congratulations to Paul. Returning home from a vacation in Cuba were Stacey Linton and Joe Courtney. They stayed near Caya Coco, had wonderful 25°C weather and have deep tans to show off. Gail Schroeder has been a patient in Seaforth hospital and hopes to be released soon. Neil McGavin is a patient in Clinton Hospital and is waiting for further treatment. Mary McCall has also been a patient in Seaforth hospital. We send all of them wishes for speedy recoveries. There were lots of people huddled around their TVs on Sunday to watch the Super Bowl. The crowd at our house was divided on the teams to cheer for, but Tampa Bay fans were the loudest. Birthday babies for Walton this past week include Marie Coutts, Henry Grobbink, David Griffith, Kendal Carnochan, Helen Duncan, Helen Williamson, Brandon McGavin, Brenda McIntosh, Ray Gingerich, Jason McCall and Fred Uhler. Congrats all. Jonah, topic at Duffs Congregants attending Duff's United Church were greeted by Helen Brenie and Rod Fritz on the third Sunday after Epiphany. When the children were called forward for their time Joan Tuchlinsky told the story of Jonah and the Whale. She said the story was not the whole truth but the moral or truth was in the story. It was because Jonah tried to run away from what God called him to do that he encountered the whale. The whale helped Jonah to understand that it is sometimes hard to do what God wants us to do. The scripture story of Jonah was read by Gloria Wilbee. IVES INSURANCE BROKERS LTD. - BLYTH OFFICE 184 Dtnsley St. W. Box 428 Blyth, ON N0M1H0 Doug Gough, R.I.B. (ONT.) CAIB, Manager FROM WALTON Joan's reflection carried on the story. After Jonah partially fulfilled what God asked him to do, God forgave the people their destructive and evil ways. The offering was taken by Brian McGavin and Emerson Mitchell. The sacrament of communion will be this Sunday, Feb. 2. Greeters are Neil and Marie McGavin. The February ushers include Barry Hoegy, Neil McGavin and Robert Glanville. The church responsibilities will be handled by Neil and Marie McGavin. The confirmation class will meet Saturday, Feb. 1 at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bluevale church. Tel: (519) 523-9655 Fax: (519) 523-9793 All Classes of Insurance Testing Junior and senior skaters at Blyth attended a recent test day in Clinton. Coached by Michelle Blake, the group all finished with successful results. In back, from left: Vicki Cook (Baby Blues), Cassandra Uyl (American Waltz), Natasha Hubbard (Swing), Kelly MacDonald (Canasta Tango). Front: Sadie Chalmers (Dutch Waltz), Laura Youngblut (TenFox), Jasmine deBoer (Willow Waltz). Absent: Courtney Bos (Dutch Waltz), Brittany Bos (TenFox), Skye Cook (TenFox), Kyle Middegaal (TenFox) (Glenda deBoer photo