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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2006-01-12, Page 2By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-6236 887-9231 tin nit! allli HU tip I Mi In, Ol M, MI - — Much thanks This year the Brussels, Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders and Senior Branches decided to take their $5 for a gift exchange at Christmas and think instead of others. The girls went shopping to gather articles to fill baskets for the Women's Shelter in Goderich. Katherine Studiman from the Shelter, picked up the gifts at a recent meeting. (Photo submitted) WINTER,. JANUARY 14" - 15T" 2 DAYS ONLY! OVER 150 WEDDING GOWNS ON SALE including 2005 styles UP TO... Large Selection of Instock MOTHERS' OUTFITS, PROM, GRADUATION, SPECIAL OCCASION & GUESTWEAR, up to.. 60% off All Instock FLOWER GIRL DRESSES up to 50% off ther ecialsi RIDAL & FORMAL WEAR 44 Victoria St, Goderich 524-9975 SALE HOURS... 14th Vi.30 - 3 Sw.,(jan 11-3 FOR SAL PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JANUARY 12, 2006. Oh January. Those words and that sound can be heard as a sign, a lament or a simple statement all depending on the view and the mood on any given January day. The January sigh comes as the flower bouquet of Christmas is At the Branch admired for continuing freshness and colour; the giver is thought of fondly and the memories of Christmas in January are reviewed once again. The lament of January comes as the Christmas cards are pulled down from display, the names and sentiments are pondered and plans for the year that involves these folks are considered. It's no wonder it takes so long to stash the Christmas treasures. The simple statement of words that announces that January has arrived can have many meanings. A time to read and cuddle, a time to write overdue letters (if you still do — write letters I mean) or a time to worry about the latest weather report — these are but a few of the January possibilities — oh January. It was good to see Peter Workman out and about over Christmas. One of his duties this time home was to deliver my surprise gift from Ralph. On one of his work trips to the villages of Nunavut he scouted the artists and found a carved walrus as well as a whale. Native carvings are so very beautiful and the ones that now dwell here look as if I should put them in water. Relax Peter, I won't. Thanks for the hunting trip for us and see you in the summer. The folks of the United Church welcomed Mark Graves from Stratford as their worship leader on Sunday and we look forward to the rest of the Sundays of January as Mark shares his faith and stories with us. January would be a good time to get into the church habit no matter your faith group. Nathan Watson had a very special time during the Christmas break. He was invited by his cousins Luke and Zane to be part of their Make A Wish time. We've all heard of the Make a Wish Foundation but this was pretty neat to hear it from the children. The Braun boys of uptown Whitechurch wanted to meet Ed Belfour, their very favourite goalie, well, next to Nathan. The folks at the Foundation set it up with the NHL folks and, with a little extra help from Ti Domi, three hardcore fans had a wonderful time with enough hockey memories to last a lifetime. What a gift. Get ready. The annual reports will be needed very soon. Bye now, Betty G.W. FROM BRUSSELS 14 take aim By Jo-Ann McDonald The Brussels Legion's Thursday night dart league had 14 darters taking aim at the boards. There was a tie for first place between the team of Adam Smith and Sandra Josling and the team of Tim Harrison, Tracey Tait and John Harrison with Adam and Sandra winning the playoff. The high shot was by Devon Josling shooting a 126 and Sheron Stadelmann shooting a 121. The high start was also by birthday boy Devon Josling shooting at 97 while mom Sandra had a high start of 61. The fourth skunk of the season was earned by team members Gord Jacklin, Kaye Smith and Catrina Josling. Darts start at 8 p.m. every Thursday night. The Branch members were saddened by the news of the death of Comrade Margo Richardson. Margo and husband Bob lived in this area some years ago and joined the Brussels Legion while here. They moved to Drayton, but continued to support the Brussels Legion and to help out when they could. Margo was a vibrant, outgoing person who loved life and the game of darts. Bob and Margo were able to attend the Branch awards evening on Nov. 11 and had the chance to visit with the other comrades and old friends in attendance. Our deepest sympathy was extended to Bob and son Jake and wife, and daughter Debbie and fiancé by many comrades who attended visitation on Friday and the funeral on Saturday. The Friday night supper of roast pork was very well attended. This week is chicken and rice. On Saturday, dart players John By Heather Crawford Citizen staff Two people from Listowel won a cottage that was raffled off in a fundraising effort for local community clubs and Brussels Public School. Members of the parents' council at the school have been raising money in an effort to build a new playground for over a year now. "There's a playground for the younger kids," Dawn Hastings, a member of the parents' council for two years said. "But on the side for Grades 4-8 there's a couple of basketball nets and tether ball posts and that's it. The kids were complaining about being bored." Parents started raising money with a raffle for a backyard playground last year, as well as other fundraisers. "We got $1,100 from the Brussels Trust Fund and we raised about $2- Harrison, Ron Schmidt and Anita and Sarah Little participated in the team dart zone competition in Clinton. They had a good day and came close to advancing but were a game short. Congrats on having a good day. A reminder that the Branch still collects pop tabs. Comrades have only 20 days left to pay their 2006 dues or they are no longer members in good standing. Membership is an important part of the Legion and its ability to support the community as well as many programs. The Legion, therefore, relies on active participation by its members: Membership to the Royal Canadian Legion is open to most anyone who wishes to become a member. An affiliation to a veteran or someone serving in the armed forces is not the only criteria to being a member of the Legion. If you would like to join the Legion or want more information call membership chairman John Harrison. The euchre sheet is up. Sign up needs to be done by Saturday. The beginning of the new year also signals the half-way point of the Legion year. It is only four months until elections. More comrades are needed to step forward and take an active role in the running of the Branch. The hard work by this past year's executive and members has started the process of stability and we hope to continue to build upon this in the upcoming year. There are many committees that need more member involvement. There are senior activities, youth activities, poppy program house committee, canteen committee, sports, track and field for youth and more. 3,000 at the Fun in the Fall night," Hastings said. The goal is to raise about $9,000 and to have the playground up in the spring. "The playground will cost about $16,000 for a two-base swing-set and an infinity loop climber which -- is geared towards the older kids," she said. The cottage fundraiser garnered about $1,080 for the Brussels playground from ticket sales. Money raised also went -to Grey Central Public School. Grey Central principal Rob Snell said "The Optimists have been such good supporters of us. They have helped us by donating money for books for our reading program before." The Optimists agreed to match what the school raised and Snell said the decision about what to do with the money would be up to the Continued on page 6 Listowel people win cottage