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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2005-01-20, Page 18PAGE 18. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JANUARY 20, 2005. Anyone interested in learning to play contract bridge, call Jeanne Kirkby for information. If enough interest is shown, a Walton Bridge Club could be formed, Walton resident Cliff Huffman was in the hospital last week but has been able to come home. Get-well wishes go to him. Away on a combination holiday and business trip was Brett Lee. He enjoyed a few days skiing in Banff before heading to Vancouver Island and the city of Vancouver to conduct CMRC motocross racing meetings. He enjoyed his week away and com ing home. Returnine to Alberta after a six- Teaching Bridget Kellington of Belgrave is a co-op student at East Wawanosh Public School in Belgrave and she was repre senting the school at the Career Day held at F. E. Madill Secondary School on Friday. (Jim Brown photo) week holiday with family and friends is Mark McNichol. He enjoyed Christmas and New year’s with his Ontario family and friends, and heads back to work in Northern Alberta. Many Walton residents will remember the Sholdice family who lived and were active in sports in Walton years ago. Our condolences are extended to Graeme. Crick, Steve and families on the passing of Joanne Sholdice. A memorial serv ice will be held at Pinelake, near Bayfield on Saturday, Jan. 22 at l p.m. Visiting at Howard and Audrey Hackwell’s are Patricia and Sebastian Andrades for a few days. Sebastian keeps Grandpa Howard on his toes with trips to the farm of Elliott Hackwell, haircuts and even the singles dance at the Brussels Legion. He was a great help at the dance and even had his first dance lesson in the kitchen with the help. Happy holidays to them. The police quite often get uncom plimentary remarks about them, but here’s kudos to one observant offi cer. While attending a farm in Warwick Twp. of Lambton County on other business, the officer noticed a piece of brand new machinery that looked out of place. There were no serial numbers. Upon investigating stolen equip ment reports, he found McGavins had had a New Holland baler stolen in June. Following procedures it was concluded the baler was indeed the stolen McGavin baler and charges were laid. Patty Banks and Jim Cook have returned from a wonderful break and vacation at Puerta Plata, Dominican Republic. There was great weather and food and they met new friends and islanders. They took part in many activities and enjoyed riding horses on the beach. They visited the rum factory, amber museum and scenic caves and were on a National Park tour. They noticed a great many dogs and chickens running all over the place, especially the resort rooster that crowed every morning at 4 a.m. On their travels, they learned that rum is made from sugar cane that is first turned into molasses, then into rum. The average waitress makes about $90 a month at a resort. The children love playing marbles in the street and if you offer treats to them, you could be swarmed in a matter of Guest speakers next Sunday at Duffs United Church Greeting worshippers at Duff’s United Church on the second Sun day after the Epiphany were Ian and Brian Wilbee. Rev. Joan Tuchlinsky welcomed all and made the announcements. This Sunday, guest speakers will be Paul and Marilyn Elgie. They are retired teachers who enjoy sharing their gifts of worship leadership in the Presbytery. Congratulations to Nancy Corrigan who has been recommend ed for commissioning into diaconal ministry of this year’s London Conference. The scripture reader was Monique Baan. Rev. Joan’s reflection was enti tled, Where is God in the Midst of Suffering? The offering was collected by Brian Wilbee and Neil McGav in. Duff’s annual meeting is Jan. 30 moments. Patty had to make a hasty retreat to the bus and left her treats to be delivered to the school by the tour guide. Patty reports that they just “loved the sunshine” and hopes we see lots of sun here as we count down the weeks until spring. A belated Christmas party was enjoyed by the McGavin Farm Equipment and Supply family and employees. They travelled by bus to London for dinner at the Mandarin Duck, then on to the Yuk Yuks Comedy Club. They enjoyed a great evening together and reports are they were “well behaved”. A customer appreciation day was held at Mike and Shirley Ann Boven’s for Mike’s Carpentry. A social afternoon was enjoyed by customers and friends. Enjoying birthdays this past week were a couple of half century babies. Murray McCall and Heather McDonald Clark. Others celebrating were George Zwep, Don Baan. Jeff McGavin, Gordon Mitchell, Brenda Dalton, Holly Mitchell.. Doris Williamson, Dianne Huether, Brett Stevenson, Tammy Hamilton, Allison Traviss, Valerie Collins, Pauline Gulutzen, Jacob Schmeltzer, Catharine Baan, Joan Ritchie, Marnie Dingham and Clint Emmrich. following the service at 11 a.m. and a potluck lunch. The board meeting is Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the church. The Brubachers of Ethel flle&tauiant and tBa^eny. I.lJI REAL Home-cooked meals! [ Come and try our cinnamon buns. | I Mon.' Fr'- pm’ I I Sat. 8:00 am - 6:30 pm; Sun. Closed | [ 887-8659 in Ethel G >! CLIP & SAVE ^-1 space “re-face the space” is a multi-year fundraising initiative, at Central Huron Secondary School, to completely rejuvenate the large gymnasium. Special limited edition 2005 Cash Prize Calendars ON SALE NOW FOR TWO MORE WEEKS! More than $8,000 in cash prizes $25, $100, $250 or $500 will be awarded every school day in 2005 -194 chances to win!! Each attractive 2005 calendar has been professionally printed in full colour. Only 2000 copies will be sold. Purchase Your Calendar Today! Please call 482-3471 during regular school hours to reserve your copy. Thanks for your support! Each 2005 Calendar sells for $25. For more information, visit the calendar website: www.amdsb.ca/CHSS/reface/ I I I I I I I I I I I I - »- I L Grassroots Retreat Centre WINTER LIVING WORKSHOPS & EVENTS The Quest of Spiritual Rediscovery (I year program) Tuesday, Jan. 12 to March 30, 7:30 - 9 p.m. (can still join as it is an open class) Intuitive Readings Saturday, Feb. 19, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. I I 4© Quest For Prayer (8 weeks) Thursday, Jan. 24 to Thursday, Mar. 17, 7 - 9 p.m. Quest for Meaning (6 weeks) Wednesday, Jan. 12 to Mar. 2, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Kripalu Yoga Classes Tuesday, Jan. 4 to Mar. 2, 2-3:15 p.m. room for a few more 6 to 7:15 p.m. - class full Tera Mai Reiki - Level I Saturday, Jan. 22, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (5; r> Spiritual Cinema Circle Movie showings will be the last Friday of the month. First showing rs Friday, Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m. Indigo - Premier Showing Saturday, Jan. 29, Doors open at 7 p.m., Show at 7:30 p.m. * Held at Lucknow Central Public School Encounter World Religions Saturday, March 5 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. * Held at Lucknow United Church For more information, call 519-528-2210 or go to our web site grassrootsretreatcentre.com -- CLIP & SAVE------ CT © I I ©___I - ©