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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2005-11-10, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2005. PEOPLE AROUND LONDESBORO By BRENDA RADFORD Call 523-4296 Recently a reader commented that this column has reported on others’ holidays but never mentioned the “time out” John and I took following Thanksgiving. And that is just what it was. a time out from work and a busy summer calendar. We started the week away by celebrating Thanksgiving with family in Bowmanville before heading for Montreal to spend a few days with our youngest son, Brent. We took advantage of a mid-week break for him so he could act as Perseverance virtue at Hullett Central The virtue under consideration at Hullett Central Public School during November is perseverance. Perseverance is sticking to something, staying committed to it no matter how long it takes or the obstacles or distractions encountered along the way. All need to remember the perseverance of the tortoise. The school’s magazine sales are over for this fall and Grade 8 was the top selling classroom. They will received their award, an ice-cream sundae party, in the spring. Upper Thames Public School in Mitchell hosted the district cross country run for the Avon Maitland School Board on Oct. 12. Participation is voluntary for Hullett pupils if they have parental transportation and supervision. Four of Hullett’s participants placed in the top 11 in their respective groups: Lexi Aitkin was third of 70 runners; William Fleming was sixth of 65 runners; Shelsie Popp placed 11th in a pack of 85 runners; Ray Huether finished Uth of 100 competitors. Congratulations to these runners. EQAO results have been released to individual schools from last May’s testing. These results give teachers notice of areas in need of further strong instruction. The Avon Maitland results show overall improvement. Hullett’s results in Grade 3 are lower this year but in many areas are above both board and province averages. Both Grade 3 and Grade 6 are identified as needing improvement in writing. Grade 6 results showed improvement in math and remained the same in reading. Staff and pupils at Hullett School Hunting equipment stolen On Oct. 22 a Mitchell man, hunting in a field north of Clinton, set up two aluminum frame, camouflage covered duck blinds, 72 goose decoys and 24 duck decoys. The hunter went for lunch at approximately 11 a.m. and returned at 1:30 p.m. to find that the items had been stolen. The hunter had permission to be in the field and has done so on previous hunts without having his equipment stolen. The value of items stolen is $2,100. If you have any information that can assist police with this or any investigation, please call the OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. guide. On -a past visit some years ago, we watched the Canadiens play in the Forum. That ice-house is now home to a multiplex movie theatre.. Some memorabilia remains throughout the building an done corner is an “Eggspectations” restaurant where we had breakfast. Another few hours were spent strolling and mostly window shopping in the St. Hubert, an outdoor awninged few blocks. Another day, we toured St. Joseph’s Oratory. This church high on a hillside can be seen from many areas of Montreal and its large outdoor balcony affords a marvellous view of the city. We overlooked the city and its lights from the lookout one evening and spent many hours driving through the city’s varied ethnic and class districts. Thai food was a new experience for us as well. A visit to the marina was followed by a walk invite the community to attend their annual observance of Remembrance Day on Friday, Nov. 11 at Londesborough United Church at 10:30 a.m. In the event of inclement weather, the service will take place in the school’s gym. Up close Tanner Merner was one of the Hullett Central students to enjoy a closer look at nature during a visit to the Wawanosh Nature Centre recently. (Whitney Huiieyphoto) Students visit Nature Centre By Whitney Hulley On Tuesday, Oct. 25 the Grade 7 and 8 students of Hullett Central Public School went to the Wawanosh Nature Centre. While there the students learned about different eco-zones and what plants and animals live in the Get a flu shot! Protect yourself and those around you Attend one of the following community clinics to get your free flu shot. Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 140,95 Kirk Street, Clinton Tuesday November 15 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 109, 56 Kingston Street, Goderich Thursday November 24 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Grey Central Public School, 84925 Ethel Line, Ethel Thursday November 10 from 3:30 to 7:00 PM Remember to wear short sleeves. For more information contact the Huron County Health Unit. Tel: 482-3416 or 1-877-837-6143 Website: www.huroncounty.ca/healthunit Beat the Bug - Protect Yourself and Those Around Youl through Old Montreal. Returning west we stayed in Scarborough with family and while one of us attended the Tbronto Needle Craft Show, the other took in a Hobby Railroad Show. The Londesborough Community Hall was a busy place this past weekend. Friday, Nov. 4, Masonic Lodge #568 held its annual banquet. Thirty-seven men called the Londesborough lodge their home lodge and many were in attendance that evening along with their spouses. Widows of deceased members also enjoyed the meal catered by the Londesborough UCW. Very Worshipful Brother Allan Caldwell emceed. Also at the head . table was Right Worshipful Grand Master Bob Tanner. Following the meal, Sam Dougherty showed pictures and gave an account to the Remembrance service held at Londesborough United Remembrance Sunday at Londesborough United Church on Nov. 6 included the traditional reading of the familiar Flanders Fields, two minutes of silence beginning with the playing of The Last Post and ending with Reveille. The singing of O Canada reminded congregants of the freedoms they enjoy through the gifts of veterans. different areas. The students also learned how to use a map and a compass. They found different things such as salamanders and praying mantis eggs. They report having had a great day. gathering of his journey to Ireland over the summer of 2005 when he attended the Dougherty reunion. On Saturday evening the children of Keith and Nancy Allen celebrated their parents’ 40th year marriage with a party. Keith came to Londesborough as a toddler and he and Nancy have lived all of those 40 years in the village. Keith is a- charter Lion member and over the years, he and Nancy have supported activities that maintain the community hall. Therefore it was ' fitting that the celebration took place there. Family and friends, old and new, spent a casual, pleasant evening reminiscing, spending time reconnecting, sharing news and checking out pictures from those 40 years. My, how time flies. Congratulations, Keith and Nancy. Weaving Life’s Tapestry, was the title of Rev. Pat Cook’s message that morning. Matthew 25: 1-13 was the chosen gospel scripture passage. The story of the 10 virgins awaiting the bridegroom, five of whom ran out of lamp oil, was a lesson in being prepared for the coming of the Son of Man. The responsive psalm was Psalm 78. Prov. □ Payment Enclosed Please send a gift card from_______________ Return with payment to:JB The Citizen P.O. Box 429, Blyth, ON N0& P.O. 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