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The Citizen, 2005-03-24, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MARCH 24, 2005. That's a mouthful The Brussels Legion fish fry is always a popular meal and Jordan Murray of Clifford was one of many keen to dig into the good food. . (Vicky Bremner photo) Diabetic Group gets tips Well the wanna-be Irish day is over for another year, now it’s back to reality. Reality for lineage may be a very multi-national thing for many in our midst and for others it’s a straight line to this country but whatever your history, be glad you’re here. We are. March break is also history and I hope you had a good break from your normal routme for that’s what the break is all about - doing things differently, in a different way, in a different place or in a different time. So now it’s back to normal - well at least until Friday. Hockey is winding down with a few wins and a few losses as the final games and tournaments are played. So celebrate another good year of learning new skills and how to work together as a team. 1 did hear a few groans from parents who were to be signing up for summer sports when the winter ones were still in progress. Didn’t seem quite right - much like the Christmas merchandise out before Thanksgiving. Thanks to Gary Earl for sending his plastic card to Winnipeg (with a nice big limit on it). That was very thoughtful of you Gary to treat so many of us so well. As this week comes to an end we’ve just recalled one of the best- known stories besides the Christmas one. And if this week is not part of the faith story of Christians then Christmas means nothing - just a common birth of a baby. The birth, death and resurrection of Jesus is part of the way this area was developed and so we celebrate Easter with gusto. The bulbs and spring flowers are reason to celebrate. Special church services with flowers and music are ready. The visit from the Easter bunny with the goodies is long anticipated. The love of family and friends as they gather makes the occasion complete. So have a Blessed Easter. Check the church column and attend to celebrate this wonderful times of year. Hoppy time to you and yours. Betty G.W. New grader biggest expense Continued from page 1 policing, water systems, street lighting, waste management and sewage, are all area rated. For those conveniences, each ward picks up its own costs. Expenses that all taxpayers share include roads, fire services, libraries, arenas and administra­ tion. Public works projects scheduled for 2005 total $886,464 towards equipment and construction projects. Luann’s Country Flowers 409 Queen St., Blyth 523-4440 - 1-800-610-7757 Easter: Plants, Flowers & Sweet Treats Came in a L&oA at Spring! We deliver from Blyth to Brussels, Clinton, Goderich, Wingham and most points in between. cree delivery to funeral homes and hospitals in delivery area (min. $30.00 order). Qaitg. deliuetg to. Cho-co-latoA <£ Judge of fBui&Aeto The Brussels, Morris and Grey diabetic meeting was held Wednesday, March 16 at Huronlea with 19 in attendance. Nelva Scott gave a reading about the newly-appointed CEO and led four members of the exercise group in a line dance. Kim Ross-Jones, a health promoter with the Huron County Health Unit, was introduced. Her topic was tips and tools to get moving. She explained with percentages the benefit of being active and surprised many with the fact that physical inactivity is equal to smoking one pack of cigarettes a day. She went on to tell how age is not a barrier however, it was noted that health and winter weather can slow people down. They should not stop being active, just find something they can do. Her tips were: set goals, choose an enjoyable activity, keep it easy and acceptable, take a friend along, reward yourself, be innovative and creative and ask for support. Her basic rules were: check with your doctor before beginning any new activity, begin slowly, listen to At the Branch Men’s darts begins By Jo-Ann McDonald Tuesday night has started a men’s blind darts at the Brussels Legion. A dozen were on hand for the first night. Play begins at 8 p.m. Thursday night’s blind mixed darts had a dozen participate. First-place were Julie Harrison and Machan. Second-place John Harrison and Stennick. High shots were Jim Brown with 140 and Catrina Josling with 66. The Friday night supper of spareribs was enjoyed by over 40. The Wing and Pub night had a good crowd. The Brussels PeeWee team and as well winners Lawrence went to Shannon The biggest projected expense will be a $300,000 new grader. Costly construction projects include paving Hydro Line in McKillop and Line 183 in Tuckersmith, reconstruction on King Street in Brussels and Coleman Street in Seaforth, and tar and chipping Moncrieff Road and the Walton Road in Grey. For a complete copy of the 2005 budget, residents can phone the Huron East administration office in Seaforth at 527-0160. w your body, wear the right footwear that fits correctly and is comfortable. She reminded all to shop for shoes in the afternoon. Keep an eye on the weather as to whether it’s either too hot/cold. Keep hydrated, check blood sugars before, during and after activity. She handed out many different materials and showed the pedometers that are being placed in libraries for leasing just like a book and. she had various strengths of bands. All though her program her little slogan was, “Do a little more, a little more often.” Mrs. Scott led the group in stretch to A Wonderful World. She thanked the speaker, then presided for the business portion of the meeting. A donation of $50 will be given to the lunch committee. Diabetic Education Day is in Mitchell. Forms were handed out and one was returned. The next meeting will be held April 20 with James Brown pharmacist from Pharma-Plus, Wingham as speaker. May 18’s speaker will be Dr. Haggerman, optometrist from Wingham. andparents had fun playing pool darts in their support of the Legion early in the evening. An older crowd also had a good time eating and playing games later in the night. The Branch hosted a fish fry on Saturday with almost 200 enjoying the meal. Cooks included Doug Koch, Bob Bridge, Terry Buchanan, Murray Lowe and Rick McDonald. It was housecleaning time as well on Saturday morning as Comrades Sandra Josling, Jim Brown and Barrie Currie carted lots of stuff to the dump. Just as it is at home, things seem to gather up. The, silent auction is just two Continued on page 23 Brussels Optimist Club Annual Dinner & Auction© On Saturday, April 9 The Brussels Optimists will be holding their Annual Dinner & Auction to benefit the Optimist Childhood Cancer Campaign and Brussels & Area community betterment Through the generosity of area businesses the Optimist Club is receiving items to auction with all proceeds being donated to these two worthy causes. This is our sixth year with previous auctions having raised $17,000. for the Children’s Make-A-Wish Foundation five years ago and $22,000. for Children’s Hospital of Western Ontario four years ago, $24,000. for Brussels & Grey Fire Departments three years ago, $24,000. two years ago for Jesse’s Journey and Brussels Community Betterment and last year $18,000. for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Brussels Community Betterment. We are hoping to enjoy another successful event this year. Beth’s Catering will once again be providing a delicious meal with the auction to follow. "We, ck uvty the ucfLfzant toe, uceiaed the cowtuctafy (k the, fuut once ayaitc cut <vte fart tfUii jch&umo, M&tct fa piateful favt at all, fa eit&wt, tAc Sil&tt /fcctc&H tke /tetcUoK. All-You-Can-Eat Meal Tickets available from any Optimist Member. To donate items contact any Optimist Member. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m. NEWS FROM BRUSSELS LAWN QUESTIONS? Organic Programs (VTjNy Available "T ACCREDITED Wd'AW 524-2424 -Trust the Professionals - [ Cftacafatea k <£ 4 Easter treats are now in ] stock. Drop by and check < out our large selection of < Easter Bunnies, Eggs, Gift < Baskets and more. < Open Tues.-Thurs. 9-6 < Fri. 9-8, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5 ) Village of Brussels 7 k www.chocolates&fudge.com ) 519-887-8875 1 tow pko