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Home My WebLink AboutHuron Expositor, 2004-11-17, Page 11Correspondents Horticultural society hosts year end meeting The last meeting of the year for Seaforth and District Horticultural Society was held Nov. 10 in Northside United Church beginning with a turkey dinner catered by the U.C.W. at 6 p.m. Rev. Horst said grace and 0 Canada was sung by 60 members and friends. Jackie Racho took the chair and welcomed everyone. Minutes of the October meeting were read by Bea Stoll, seconded by Peg DeJong. Dilys Finnigan gave the treasurer's report. A letter was read from the Lions Club wanting us to take part in the Santa Claus parade. Moved by Nancy Kale that we decline. Seaforth Horticultural Society A thank you and picture was received from Tory Scott. She was reamer --up in the ambassador of the fair contest. A letter from Jackie Racho was read resigning from her duties as president due to ill health. Janny Streutker is stepping up as president. Peg DeJong reported that the town has looked after the hanging baskets and boxes on Main Street. Corry Klaver reported on the board meeting held in Chesley, Oct. 30 which was attended by four from Seaforth. Most of the discussion was on the high cost of insurance. We were asked how we liked the soil sponges that were distributed on a trial basis at the Spring board meeting. It was suggested that they be put in the goodie bags at the Spring annual meeting. en were encouraged to order the O.H.A. purple tulip by April 2005. It is commemorative of the 100t11 anniversary of the O.H.A. Valerie Neil thanked everyone for the help at the "Plowing Match" in Me aford. The • Volunteer "Hydrangea Plant" was won by Tara Society in a lottery conducted by Val. Tara invited societies to the Spring annual April 30 called "Rainbows in your Garden." The convention is in North Bay on Aug. 12 and 14. Wayne Pfeiffer is looking into getting a bus if anyone is interested. Cost is $75. A paper was passed around to select a person to get the service award. Eleanor Horst introduced our speaker, Carol Steckle speaking on 'Winter Container Planting." She planted flowering kale and cabbage filled in with spruce boughs., A number of members also planted a container. by Beatrice Stoll Hensall Legion commemorates Remembrance Day with church service, a school ceremony and dinner On Sunday, Nov. 7, Hensall Legion held their Remembrance Day service at Hensall United Church. On Nov. 11, seven Legion members attended the assembly at Hensall Public School where a very impressive Remembrance Day service was conducted by the students assisted by their teachers. Comrade Lally Uyl introduced Second World War veteran John Skea who was in the Italian Campaign 60 years ago. On Thursday evening, the branch held their Remembrance Day dinner at the Hensall Community Centre. Guest speaker Robert Essery from Centralia spoke about his uncle, 1st Lt Donald Newcombe, who was killed in action on July Hensall 11 1944. He showed slides taken in France, the plane his uncle piloted, and his experiences in France viewing the sight where the plane crashed, also viewing the grave site at the American Military Cemetery at Omaha Beach. On Saturday, Nov. 20 there will be a euchre tournament and turkey draw at the Legion. Registration is at 12:30 p.m and games begin at 1 p.m. The 'linker -Tots Co-operative Nursery School presents "Christmas at our House" Home Tour 2004. This event will be held on Friday, Nov. 19 from 6:30 until 9 p.m. and on Saturday Nov. 20 from noon until 4 p.m. By Liz Sangster McKillop residents preparing for fifth annual farm machinery Christmas parade Several area people attended the Episcopal Ordination of Father Tony Daniels as a bishop in the Roman Catholic Church. The event was held at St. Peter's Cathedral Basilica in London, which was filled to capacity by pastors and lay people from all across the diocese. The resplendent occasion was highlighted by a magnificent liturgy complete with trumpets and handbells. At the end, Bishop Daniels gave his blessing to all St. Columban present. A reception held at the Convention Centre in London was attended by several civil officials and dignitaries. Bishop Daniels will be living in Windsor and immediately begin his duties as Auxiliary Bishop for the Diocese of London, assisting Bishop Fabbro. Local people will remember Bishop Daniels when he spent almost three years coming weekly and serving Legion met with very good turnout at Remembrance Day ceremony Seaforth Legion The weather co-operated at Remembrance Day this year allowing us to march to the cenotaph where we met a very good turnout of children and adults. We also had a record amount of wreaths to be laid, we thank those who participated. On returning to the branch, we all enjoyed a hot bowl of chili which was appreciated after being out in the cool breeze. Also in attendance was Chris Black with Rick Fortune providing entertainment, Later in the afternoon, the pipe band from Clinton and Qoderich dropped by to entertain. The Remembrance banquet was held on Saturday evening with a lesser than normal attendance. Never -the -less, the meal as usual was great. After Carol Carter entertained us on the piano with Rick on the drums. The word in the branch is that Property Chairman, Ed Baker is concerned about the rear roof as all the shingles are in one lump? Cribbage will start on Nov. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Come on out if you like playing crib. Euchre will start on Nov. 24 at 8 p.m. Hello from all to our shut- ins at home or in the Manor or Maplewood. They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old. By Errol SkiUender The Kirkton Veterinary Clinic is pleased to present... THE 004 EQ INE EXRAVAG4NZA Interesting Talks on Colic, Equine Chiropractic and Hay Quality for Horses Wednesday, November 24, 2004 Kirkton Community Centre Doors open at 6:30 p.m. RSVP to the KVC - (519) 229.891 lby November 18/04 All Horse Enthusiasts Welcome! Alsounurgarzaw iiERICH 524 /811 Frl & Sat e:45&9:15 Sun - Thur 8:00 Sat& Sun Mat. 2:00 WW1 lois° e EXPECT THE INCREDIBLE INE INcREDIRIES www.movielinks.c;,T Nov. 19 -25 SRONGE Ml E 1 S WORLD 411/ 4P't $61r/w iFrl & 6:45 & 9:16 Sun - Thur 8:00 Sat & Sun Mat. 2:00 PG ,1-800-265-3438 the parishioners of St. Columban parish by celebrating the Sunday eucharist with them. Residents of McKillop are preparing and organizing for the fifth annual Sawmill Road Farm Machinery Christmas Parade. This interesting and fun event will be held on Saturday, Dec. 4. w IMMEDIATELY Local. busy growing music service searching for DJ. preferable husband & wife team for Buck & Does, Receptions. Anniversary Parties. etc. will train Apply to drawer /337 clo Clinton News -Record Box 39, Clinton NOM 1L0 Northside U.C.W.'s NOON LUNCHEON Wednesday November 24 at 11:59 a.m. Tickets available from U.C.W. members or call 522-1989 • The COR weekend held at St. Patrick's School in Dublin was a great success, with a waiting list for future such weekends. This weekend retreat is facilitated for young people between the ages of 16-22, giving them the opportunity to come together, meet new friends, and reflect on various aspects of their life and faith. 1 1 1 1 1 11 St rat ford • Cinema~ • P •. • 551 Huron St. 273-6780 National Tr.wn Nightly at 6:45 it 9:15 Satsut Matinee at 2 pm Bridget Jones: CI TheEdge of Reason Nig a M 92 p15 ttetlifun Matinee ni �ITght�te Incredible* Ilallstm .t 7 aN 2 pn The Polar Express Nightly at 7 & 9:15 Sal/Sun Ira* ss M 2 pa `•S VO Tuc,cl•iy•. www ctratfordrinemac rnitl 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 BOOK YOUR FAMILY or BUSINESS • • CHRISTMAS PARTY NOW! 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Join us on Saturday, November 27 10am - 3pm Tea Room 1-3pm Proceeds to the Residents Fund. 13 Church St. Seaforth THE HURON EXPOSITOR, Nov. 17, 2004.11 CHRISTMAS SALE of Homemade Christmas Puddings Pies & Mincedmeat Saturday, Nov. 20 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. St. Thomas Anglican Church Parish Hall, Seaforth We'll Bake For You Christmas Photos Seaforth Optimist Hall Nov. 29, 30 - Dec. 2,3 Time: 4 p.m. -8 p.m. 3 Unique poses with a minimum of 15 pictures per disc $25 includes sitting fee & disc ontact Tracy Lee Photography i 522-055,6 Christmas im the Country:: with Your Home-baredBusines:s Consultants Kitchen [ram, Home Decor, .S'eraplx?okJ, Craft. & 60, C a,me1ir:,, Baking, Candler, Children.' Book.). Cliristma, ideal and more Saturday; Nov. 20, 2004 10a.nr.-3p.nt. Brodhagen Community/tali Adinisaiun: non perirfiab/0'1cm/ item or donation to the /b xl Bank NO-oh/news and Door Prize) tar info call Kristi 348-9627 orJ1U347-2514 Remember Homecoming '95? Now it's time for... 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