HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2000-06-14, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14, 2000.
FROM BRUSSELS
9-1-1
slowpokes
frustrate
clerk
By Bonnie Gropp
Citizen staff
Clerk-Treasurer Donna White
expressed frustration at the June
meeting of council over the number
of people who still didn’t have their
house numbers in place in readiness
for 9-1-1.
“I’m really disappointed they’re
not co-operating. They’re playing
with their own lives.”
Though it was noted that some
may have ordered their numbers and
were still waiting for them, White
said it was a situtation the village
would have to continue to monitor.
In addition to it being a fineable
offense, White stressed the greater
price.
“If people don’t want to pay $ 10 to
get the numbers up when the ambu
lance can’t find them they’ll have
wished they did.”
Council
accepts
Treating the volunteers
Graeme Craig, back right, and Doris Fischer enjoyed the
delicious offerings at Huronlea in Brussels, June 6, as the
residents hosts a volunteer tea. Serving the treats were staff
members Tim Collyer and Steve Cook.
Lee from Huronlea
Residents thank
their volunteers
By Lee Chesterfield
A famous English poet named
Elizabeth Barrett Browning wrote,
“How do I love thee? Shall I count
the ways?”
To paraphrase Mrs. Browning we
could say, “How can we thank you?
Can we count the ways?” and of
course we can’t - we can’t count that
high'.
Some of the activities the
Huronlea volunteers participate in
are: Bible study, chaplain visits,
cooking, baking, staying fit exercis
es. They help with special events
like Mother’s Day, Victorian Teas
and of course the Christmas and
Easter festivities.
Other volunteers come to entertain
us with music, dancing, pet therapy.
You name it - they're here!
The auxiliary plants the garden
and a beautiful quilt was made
which will be raffled off in
September.
If any activities were overlooked it
was not intentional.
Drivers help with “Dining Out”
and other events that require travel
ling.
And how could, we forget
“Buddies R Us”? Brussels Public
School’s Grade 4 class visits us
every month of the school year. We
play games, answer questions and
listen to their wonderful stories.
These boys and girls who are start
ing out in life have a close affinity to
those who are living out their days.
The youngsters will remember their
visits to Huronlea and they will, in
all probability, be the volunteers of
tomorrow.
So to each and every one of you,
our heartfelt thanks. You brighten up
our days and our lives.
A NOTE FROM BETTY
By Betty
Graber
Watson
Call
887-6236
887-9231
Well, June is busting out all over -
with parties and gatherings and sales
and dinners. It’s been another busy
week.
The birthday girls had a good
time. Agnes Ten Pas celebrated 60
with decorations around her abode
and then felt the need to share these
treasures when her party was past.
Bev Brown celebrated 70 by inviting
friends from her past to mingle with
her present friends. It was a great
party to celebrate friendships and the
importance in our lives. The Cardiff
crew did their usual good work
added to that, were desserts galore.
Lions to give
playground
equipment
By Bonnie Gropp
Citizen staff
Henry Exel, Orepresenting the
Brussels Lions Club, attended the
June meeting of council to ask per
mission for the club to replace the
playground equipment at the park.
The Lions had installed the existing
equipment 18 years ago.
Council approved the $20,000
project with thanks.
Council also passed a motion to
pay the energy costs on a new light
for the south end of the pool, which
will be purchased by the Lions.
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Its Fathers bay!
a 1.
Brussels Country Inn
call 519-887-9035 for info
Terrific party Bev, thanks.
Sad news from Cambridge. Our
friend John Robson died. Several
area friends attended the visitation
and funeral to pay respect to a good
man.
If you’re a farmer at heart get a
ticket for Death of The Hired Man at
Blyth Theatre. It’s a good way to
recall the days of the threshing gang
and all that entailed. It's an exciting
preview of the 2000 season.
Don't forget the blood donor clin
ic June 20 at the arena. Your gift of
life is always needed.
Bye now, Betty G. W.
COMING EVENTS
at the
BRUSSELS LEGION
' SUNDAY, JUNE 18
Father's Day Breakfast
served from 8:OO^|\0vOO p.m.
Cope£fM?OT after church
and treat dad
Adults $4.00
Children under 12 $2.50
SATURDAY, JUNE 24
Euchre Tournament
Downstairs at 1:00 p.m.
No Smoking.
Bring your own partner.
Admissions $5.00 per person
Lunch.
SUNDAY, JUNE 25
Singles Dance from
7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Admission $8.00
Lunch - Enjoy "The Country Ways"
SUNDAY, JUNE 25
Cemetery Decoration Service
at Brussels Cemetery at
2:00 p.m.
Line up the parade at 1:30.
Everyone welcome to attend.
Inquiries on events, use or rent
of Legion, please call 887-6562
after 4:00 p.m.
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James St.
quote
A special council meeting will be
held June 13 at 7 p.m. to discuss the
final budget for Brussels.
***
The revised quote from Lavis was
accepted for the paving of James
Street in the amount of $33,235 plus
GST. A total of $24,678 is being
transferred from the reserves to off
set this cost.
***
Bob Simpson from Clinton has
agreed to start work on the historic
mural for the downtown core.
***
Council went into committee of
the whole, closed session, to discuss
a potential litigation.
***
With regards to obtaining a storm
Continued on page 19
Oops!
Our mistake
' In last week's issue, the name of a
Brussels lifeguard was incorrectly
listed. It should have read Mandy
Van Loo.
We apologize for any confusion or
embarrassment this may have
caused.
Fireman's Breakfast
Brussels Fire Hall
FATHER'S DAY
Sunday, June 18
7 a.m. -11 a.m.
Donation - Proceeds to
purchase firefighting equipment
THANK YOU
to everyone who took part in
the Silent Auction
The Executive and members of Branch 218 Brussels would like
to thank everyone who took part in the Silent Auction. Thanks to
our many faithful and generous comrades who donated such a
wonderful variety of items and baking and cash. Thanks to the
many avid bidders and successful buyers who so generously
supported the Branch. Thanks to the many local businesses
who supported the advertising campaign and who also donated
items. With everyone’s support, it was a great success.
Thank you again to everyone.
Executive Branch 218
Brussels Legion
Join us in a celebration of
Dads Everywhere!
Reserve Your table ahead and receive 10% off each meal!
Brunch Seatings at 11AM and 1PM
Dinner Seatings at 5PM and 7PM
Special Father's
Just $7.25
Buffet Dinner
just $10.95 incl.
and dessert
or
14 oz T-bone
Steak
only $16.95
Day Brunch
Dinner
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Coffee or Tea
incl. salad bar,
potatoes,veggies, and dessert, coffee/tea
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