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Huron Expositor, 2001-02-14, Page 13ITALIC Painting the town red Ursula McLaughlin, of the Seaforth Manor, and her daughter Mary Lou Wanner, of Roseville, add a heart to the wall where about $125 has been raised so far by residents for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Susan Hundertmork photo Residents enjoy dining out program Seaforth Manor Retirement Home Residents were raising money for the Heart and Stroke Foundation by donating $2 for a scratch ticket with a chance to win a prize. On Jan. 10, we hadlthe Huron Strings come in and play for our PJ Party. Many were up dancing, we even did the "Bird Dance." We have been enjoying going to the Legion to play euchre every Monday afternoon. We also have our monthly euchre party in our home, that community seniors attend as well. Once a month we take two residents to the dining -out programs in Blyth, Clinton and Seaforth.This is a program that our residents enjoy very much. Everett Scrimgeour, George Wright, Elsie Dinsmore, Marjorie Willis and Mary McEwan are just a few that enjoy the program. We have a busy month of February coming ahead. Make sure to mark your calendar for the following events: Feb. 20, Euchre party, 1 p.m.; Feb. 27, Mexican Fiesta with Swinging Seniors, 1:30 p.m., Feb. 28th, Candlelight Dinner. . We would like to welcome Alice Stiles to our home. February meeting is potluck supper Seaforth Women's Institute Seaforth Women's Institute held its January meeting at the home of Helen MacKenzie. Doris Hugill welcomed everyone. Roll call was "What do you think of our education?" It was answered by nine members. Minutes of the November meeting were read by Marjorie Rock. The February meeting will be a potluck Valentine supper and quilters will be invited. We will be selling tickets on a draw for another quilt this year. Olive Papple moved to give $25 for the fair prizes and $25.00 to the 4-H club. The March 13 meeting will be at Olive Papple's home. Marjorie Claus gave a reading "My First Xmas in Heaven" and Olive Papple read "Bessie Ready, Don't Stop Laughing," and "A Winter Afternoon." Lunch was served by hostesses Clarissa Stewart and Marjorie Rock. St. Vincent De Paul CWL installs new executive for Zoos Dublin St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Women's League held a meeting where the following ladies were installed as the new executive: President -Mary Anne Lealess; Past President -Hilda Ruston; 1st Vice - Dorothy Uniac; 2nd Vice -Lucille Greer; Secretary - Mildred Cronin and•Jenny Van Herk; Treasurer, Agnes Gaffney. THOUGHT FOR TODAY Valentine's Day is a special day. Treat your friend in a special way. With a meal and candles, but that's not all, Music and dancing at the ball. Now tell me, what else is there to stay.? To all my readers, Have a happy day! By Dorothy Dillon 345-2883 COW St. Michael students prepare for annual trip to Dominican St. Columban Brad Murray gave a brief presentation after Mass in St. Columban on Sunday morning about his upcoming adventure to Consuelo, in the Dominican Republic. This was in connection with the "Pencil Drive" also being held.. The "Pencil Drive" enables people to make donations which will be used to buy medications and other necessary items that are needed by the people of Consuelo. Brad will be accompanied by other local young people including Michelle Flanagan, Katie Vivian and Gillian Van Slyke, who along with Carolyn Wilson and Father Joe Hardy, will be visiting the Dominican Republic on the upcoming annual poverty awareness excursion sponsored by St. Michael Secondary School, Stratford. This program enables the young people to learn°about and experience first hansl, what it is like to live in a developing country. The group will leave on Feb. 17 and return on Feb. 25. Monetary donations as well as donations of toothpaste, shampoo, soap, toiletries, school supplies and toys are being accepted and will be taken to Consuelo for distribution. For more information contact Brad Murray. Tom and Eileen Sloan have returned from a recent trip to Las Vegas. The weather was very cold, but the vacation was described as enjoyable anyway, an$ a little bit lucky. The "Music Mondays," which are being held at the St. Columban Parish • Hall on Monday afternoons in February from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., are proving to be quite a hit. Local musicians gather to provide music for those who wish to come and enjoy an afternoon of listening, dancing and visiting. Some of the local talent brought their guitars and fiddles while Ivan Norris brought his banjo. Tea and cookies were served and a good social time was enjoyed by all. Everyone is invited to attend the remaining Monday afternoons. Bring your musical instruments and your friends. By M Ry 345egf - ary C. an 2560 Residents raise $400 at Alzheimer Society Walk for Memories Queensway Nursing Home Twenty-four people representing Queensway participated in the Annual "Walk For Memories" fundraiser for the Huron County Alzheimer Society. Residents Ed Galloway, President of Resident Council and Earl Stephens, Lloyd Knight and Aleida Kats as well as staff with their children and Auxiliary Volunteers completed our group. More than $400 was raised for the local society. Baking seems to become a popular activity in the winter months and a group of residents stirred up delicious date loaves and applesauce cake on Monday afternoon. Rev. Don Alcock of Bayfield Anglican Church led worship service on Tuesday afternoon for an attentive group of residents. Belva Fuss was volunteer organist for the service and Marg Cole assisted residents. Full Service Salon 527-0780 59 Main St., Seaforth Do sometidng for yourself.... Do something for your I wiST Book your cut & style, perm, colour, manicure, pedicure, facial, massage or reflexology treatment on Thursday, Feb. 15 and,all proceeds from that date will be donated to the Seaforth Community Hospital to purchase Diabetic and Cardiac Teaching Aids. 15 minute Massage Therapy Treatment '15(s) Ivan Norris's Old Tyme Staffa Dance Band entertained residents and guests Thursday afternoon as piano, banjo, fiddle, guitar and accordion music filled the activity room. Everyone had a great time and we are always happy when family members join us for these special times. Don Finkbeiner, Harvey Smith and Harold Glanville made some wonderful music in the retirement home lounge for Friendship Friday. WEDDINGS Performed - your location or our Indoor or outdoor chapel (non -denominational). For brochure call: REV. CHRIS MORGAN AU. FAITHS PASTORAL CENTRE BENMILLER, 524-5724 CHRISTENINGS Tltls •11111OM IXIOS$TON, F.M•wy 14, 2001-13 he WEDNESDAY Nprp FEBRUARY lir 91, First 50 Ladies gip receive a Free Carnation Happy Valentines DSPARKY'S PLACE FAMILY DINING 527.1964 90 Mab St. SeaforthvvourVvvvvvvvvvvvvv � r Dianna's Country Bakery & Cafe St. Columban 345-2804 BAKERY SPECIAL DATE SQUARES $3 00 Reg. 3.50 NOW • 2 eggs with bacon, ham or sausage toast & homefries until 11 a.m. Sat. & Sun. 52.99 SUNDAY BRUNCH 10:00 AM TO 2:00 PM 5695 • VALENTINE'S SPECIAL Roast Beef $7 95 All the trimmings • SUNDAY FEB. 18 3:00 PM TO 8:00 PM Roast Beef Roast Turkey All the trimmings $7.95 ALL YOU CAN EAT T BEEF FISH gt CHIP 35 5• �' �' $490 • ROASOTRBEEF 3 PC. CHICKEN -Includes soup or garden salad, mashed potatoes or homemade fries,coleslaw, vegetabl dinner rl, coffee or tea and dessert 95 Seniors Discount 1O% SPARKY'S PLACE FAMILY DINING 521-1964 90 Mein St. Seafortb _ r W • UPCOMING DANCES at the • Brodhagen,Community Centre Saturday, February 17th Moonlighters Saturday, March 17th Royce Mehl Saturday, March 31st South Bound Saturday, April 7th Diane & Country Cavaliers For information call 347-4127 or 347-2731 ' '0 .,p Or -gars - A BUCK & DOE for Angel Watson Henry Kers Sat. Feb. 24 Seaforth District Community Centres For tickets call Yvette 527-2002 or Heidi 523-4282 • St rat ford 1 : Cinemas 1 551 Huron St. 273-6780 1 1 1 1 1 9 Hannibal '0 Nightly at 6:45 & 9:15 1 The Wedding Planner Nightly at 9:15 Srlydq & Sun Helm • 2 pet The Emperors New Groove F Saturday & Sun. Mow • 2 pnm lom . 102 Dalnlation:/mil war Sabi*l sum Wenn • 2 pee.""'" 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