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The Huron Expositor, 1998-01-07, Page 6QueenswaYJ Seaforth .a&kj Legion by Barbara Scott 1FTNS 1410011 IXPONTOO, January, 7, 1998 • Residents wish everyone a happy and healthy New Year Christmas spirit was alive and well at Maplewood Manor with many enjoyable visits from the organizations in our community. Residents enjoyed the Christmas message delivered by members of the Salvation Army. The music played by the band and the gifts were greatly appreciated. Efforts of our craft classes made for a very successful Christmas bazaar. A big thank you to everyone. • A tour around town to see • the Christmas lights was hosted by the Lioness Club. llaplewoodi Manor The outing and the lunch that followed was enjoyed by all. Students of the Personal Life Management Class visit- ed Maplewood to play bingo, crokinole and euchre with residents. They also did an excellent job decorating the tree in the upstairs lounge. The Lions Club hosted a Christmas program at Maplewood. Pastor Lucas and members of the Bethel Bible choir gave a presenta- tion with special music by the de Witt family. Santa also arrived to hand out oranges and grapes. Members of our craft class- es were treated to delicious goodies wh'.n they visited the home of Betty Harris. Her handpainted Christmas vil- lage caught the eye of every- one. Frances Melady, Tom Melady, Jim Delaney and Lou Rowland provided an aftemoon of song and dance. McEwen wins last shuffleboard of 1997 The Hensall shuffleboard scores for December 30 are as follows: Hazel McEwen 543, Tom Williams 542, Ina Williams 534, Doug Insley 438, Russell Ferguson 431, Dave Woodward 419, Bill Coleman 380 and Gert Eagleson 371. At Hensall United Church, Mary Roobol was the greeter, Mark Garlough, the organist and Mary Moodie was the lector. A choir under the direction of Betty Jinks sang. The singers were Katie, Maggie and Lauren Jinks, Dana Martin and Jennifer Young. The Moments for Medication and Call To Worship were followed by the hymn "As With Gladness Men of Old". The Prayer of Approach and Confession and Assurance of Pardon fol- lowed. "Jesus Bids Us Shine" was the children's hymn. LHensall by Liz San gster 262-2715 The Prayer of Illumination was given, then Bible read- ings from Ephesians 1-12 and Matthew 1-12. Rev. Nancy Fraser's sermon was fol- lowed by a time of silent reflection. "Will You Come and See the Light" was sung followed by the offering and the singing of "In Gratitude and Humble Trust" and the dedication of the offering. Commissioning and benedic- tion and the choral Amen ended the service. January 25 is the date for the annual meeting. The board meets on January 11 at 11 a.m. Come out and visit with your friends or make new friends at the Hensall and Residents ring in 1998 with New .Years Eve, residents celebrated with staff, auxil- iary volunteers as well as local seniors at a Party and Games Night held in the Retirement Home Lounge. Big Band Music was played and everyone had a great time socializing and enjoying the competition at their favorite game. Draws for the numerous door prizes took place throughout the evening. Refreshments and cham- pagne toasts ended the evening. Tuesday church service was led by Winnie . Hutton, Pastoral Care Volunteer with Sharen Dignan as pianist. Clare Masse and Andrew Rau entertained at Friendship Friday in the Retirement Home. Residents, friends and volunteers gathered in the lounge to enjoy Clare and Andrew's unique blend of country and western and old tyme music. For many, listen- ing is enough, others like to dance to the music. Area Community Drop -In. Our next drop-in will be held Thursday, January 15, 1998 at the Hensall United Church. We begin our day with foot care at 10 a.m. Please contact Marg Cole at 262-2304 if you are interested in scheduling an appointment. Lunch will be served at noon. Following lunch, we will hear from our guest speaker, OPP Constable Brennan. We wrap up our day with games of cards for those who wish to stay. Cost is $4.00 per per- son. If required, transporta- tion can be provided. To make reservations contact Marg Cole at 262-2304 or Shannon Dougherty/ Faye Skinner at 235-0258 by noon on Monday, January 12th. This event is sponsored by Town and Country Support Services and local volunteers. party, games Throughout the week resi- dents were involved in bak- ing group, fun and fitness as well as aromatherapy and massage. All in all we've had an eventful 1997 and are look- ing forward to a busy and ful- filling 1998. Happy Ncw Year. COMING EVENTS: Jan. 8th, 2 p.m. January dance with The Nashville Rejects; 6 p.m. Seniors Dining Group; 7 .p.m. Singer/guitarist Gar y Boyle of London entertains; 16th, 7:30 p.m. Friendship Friday Card Party; 22nd, 7 p.m. Birthday Party with Bill Clark and Band. The way to get a man listen Happy 5th birthday to Alanah Delaney on Jan. 8th. Visitors with Matt and Celeste McCreight over the holidays were Bill and Beverly McCreight and fami- ly - Joshua, Michael and Katie, Perth, Ont.; Jim and Annalie McCreight and fami- ly - Joseph, Leanna, Alicia and James Mitchell; Gord and Ruth Paton and sons, David and Jonathon, Holland Landing; Vicki McCreight and fiancee, Ken Harvey of Scotland, who are both employed in Saudi Arabia. by DorothyDublin Dillon 345-2842 Joe Eckert was pleased to have a visit from John Eckert and Tanya, Kitchener. Congratulations to John and Angela Looby on the safe arrival of a baby boy, Matthew Thomas, horn Dec. 24th, weighing 8 lbs. 14 oz. (Brothers Jack and James are thrilled). ing closely Congratulations to proud grandmothers, Margaret Looby, Dublin, and Marion Kelly, Stratford. Congratulations to Lou and Janet (Phillips) Divita, on the safe arrival of a baby boy, Benjamin Nicholas on Nov. Ilth. Congratulations also to proud grandparents, Bob and Marg Phillips, Stratford, and Gina and Nick Divita, New Hamburg. THOUGHT FOR TODAY Talk to a man about himself and he will listen for hours. Stewardship council looking for ideas Since inception one year ago, the Huron Stewardship Council has worked with a variety of partners to promote responsible stewardship. Activities have included providing educational oppor- tunities such as workshops on nutrient management and woodlot management, pro- duction of a stewardship related newsletter, sponsoring a Science Fair award, pro- moting tree planting and par- ticipating in many other As we move towards the important events relating to 21st century, we arc becom- stewardship; a busy inaugur- ing more and more aware of al year. the need to become better In 1996, a founding com- stewards of our natural mittee had established a resources so that we don't terms of reference for the destroy the ecosystem that Council and organized a supports us. "Field Day of Opportunities". ' Research in social psychol- The nine appointed council ogy shows that initiatives to members, all landowners and promote behavioral change residents in Huron County, are most effective when they represent a variety of stew- are carried out at the commu- ardship interests including nity level and involve direct Tuckersmith picks reps agriculture, education, out- door recreation and nature appreciation. All are keenly interested in environmental issues. The Council has even had international exposure, having been profiled as a viable approach to communi- ty-based environmental man- agement in both a university course in South Africa and an international conference do soil and water conservation. At the inaugural meeting of Tuckersmith Council on Dec. 2, the following councillors were selected as representa- tives to township boards and committees: Coun. Bill DeJong, Clinton Fire Area Board and as tile drainage inspector; Coun. Rob McLeod, Hensall Fire Area Board and Mid -Huron landfill site; Deputy -Reeve Bob Broadfoot, Seaforth Fire Area Board and manure man- agement, Coun. Doug Vock, Seaforth and Area Community Centres; Reeve Bill Carnochan, municipal restructuring committee. In addition. council appointed Ron Kirkconnell of Egmondville as ratepayer representative on Seaforth's arena board. a contact and input from peo- ple in the community. The Huron Stewardship Council is a community based organization seeking to promote responsible resource stewardship. The Mission Statement is "To advocate and implement responsible management of our soil, water and other natural resources through coopera- tive efforts of the Huron County community". The successes of the Huron Stewardship Council and other stewardship councils like it across southern Ontario, are based on the expanding network of indi- viduals and organizations working together towards responsible resource steward- ship. The Huron Stewardship Council is currently recruit- ing a new member. Councillors must be interest- ed in working cooperatively to promote responsible stew- ardship of natural resources and be landowners or resi- dents in Huron County. The Council is also interested in hearing from individuals or organizations who have ideas for projects that promote responsible stewardship. If you have an interest in being part of the Council or have ideas for projects, please con- tact Steve Bowers at (519) 482-3428 or 1-800-265-5170. Jayne Walsh also joined the entertainers. Residents were delighted as they watched the Beavers and Cubs act out a humorous skit with lots of singing, piano and recorder solos. Residents enjoyed a won- derful evening with the Harmony Kings. It was Christmas music at it's hest. Dr. Carotin Shepherd and Carol Carter treated residents to a wonderful afternoon of Christmas music with the piano and violin. Christmas sing -a -longs were led by Marion Rose and also Bill Gipson. Church services for the month of December were led by Rev. Vandcrmey, Rev. Hiscox and Rev. Hauser. Residents gathered in the dining room for our New Year's Eve party where they enjoyed games, special treats and a delicious lunch. May you all enjoy a happy and healthy Ncw Year. Branch plans busy month The Branch will be hosting a Sunday dinner for the pub- lic on January 18th. Desserts and help will he needed for this event. There will be a steak barbe- cue and karoke on January 24th. More on this next week. The Honors and Awards Banquet is scheduled for February 14th. Keep these dates in mind. Regular activities at Bra ch 156 are hack. 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