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Home My WebLink AboutHuron Expositor, 2017-02-15, Page 1212 Huron Expositor • Wednesday, February 15. 2017 No alcohol being sold at Harry Potter extravaganza Shaun Gregory Huron Expositor If receiving a buzz off of booze is your foremost intention for the Barry Potter event in Goderich, coordinators are inform- ing drinkers to look elsewhere. This viral prominence has overwhelmed the region; Nathan Swartz who is responsible for the organizing of the enchanted event, told Postmedia that when the attendance is larger than the entire Goderich popu- lation and then alcohol is available there is a con- cern of countless problems. "In many ways, Harry Potter is a kid's story and they want to make sure it stays a kid's story," Swartz stated at Goderich council Feb. 6, referring to his recent talks with Warner Bros., which is the organi- zation that's the produc- tion home of Harry Potter. "They don't want any What if one company could solve all your business needs? lit bad publicity and I under- stand (this), we don't want any bad reputation to a book we love." From back and forth conversations with his insurance agent, Warner Bros. and the Town of Goderich, Swartz said the decision to forgo any alco- holic beverages seemed logical. "Wye really want to work well With Goderich Coun- cil because we not only want this festival to go well, we (also) want INCREASED SALES Goderich (residents) to be happy how the festival went," he said. "So we can continue to do it, year after year." Swartz attended the Goderich Council with a delegation armed with a request for free use of the town's square; this includes having the street closed off to vehicle traffic. Myles Murdock, Goderich Coun. said the recent verdict of cutting alcohol out of the fun is certainly persuading council to listen to Swarts's requests. Though he did mention, businesses connected to the HIA may serve alcohol on their premises while the affair is running, which takes place from October 13-15. "I think it's a fair assess- ment to say that this is not a place to party, it's for the kids," Murdock said in a recent phone interview. "I think given the folks it's directed at, the people that are really into Harry Potter and that whole mentality, the fantasy and the wizardry, 1 don't see other than potions, that having alcohol be part of it, I don't know why you would include it," said Murdock. Council made a motion to direct staff to prepare a drafting agreement for Swartz's request. Through emails, the organizer said he does not "foresee any difficul- ties in this regard." * 1 POSTMEDIA We can connect all the pieces in more ways than ever before. For more information, visit postmedia.com/advertise youri[nornents.ca. For Obituaries call: 1-877-750-5054 Fax: 1-866-485-8461 e-mail: obituaries@yourlifemoments.ca All other moments call: 1-888-786-7821 Fax: 1-866-757-0227 e-mail: milestones.sun@yourlifemoments.ca 1 Marking your milestones. Obituaries In Memoriam Thanks Births . Celebrations More Cards of Thanks Cards of Thanks BUCK "BRIAN" GLANVILLE During a time like this, we realize how much our friends and family really mean, to us. We cherished Buck and miss him very much! Your expression of sympathy through donations, flowers, meals and hugs will always be remembered. A special thank you to McGlynn Funeral Home, Backyard Flower Shop and Pineridge BBQ for your help! �.. Donna, Marc, Shannon, Tanner, Stacey, Lucas and Nicolas Glanville GLANVILLE From the family of Cathy Glanville Les, Doris & Lyle, Veronica & Steve, William, Robin, Wyatt and Leah ... Our hearts are full of gratitude as we send sincere thanks to family members, friends and neighbours for all acts of kindness and sympathy: cards, phone calls, visits and kind words spoken to our family, food, flowers, donations to charity. We would like to express a personal thank you to Dr. Stephen Vander Klippe and the nursing staff on 2nd floor at the Wingham & District hospital for their care and understanding accommodations. We want to express special appreciation to the Rev. Richard Hall for his many words of comfort and to the McGlynn Family Funeral Home for their professional arrangements and caring service. Cathy, Mom, Grandma Kitty ... She will be missed forever, but we know that she will live in the hearts of all who shared their grief with us during this difficult time. Obituaries Obituaries MUNNINGS, Grace - Passed away peacefully at Seaforth Manor Nursing Home on Wednesday, February 8, 2017. Born in Toronto, Grace Una (nee Moir) Munnings of Seaforth, formerly of the Bluevale area, Sakeji (in the African country of Zambia), and El Salvador, was in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Wilfred Munnings and the late Jim Richardson. Loving step -mother of Stephen and Loretta Munnings of Elmira, Esther Lucy and James Alanoly of Farmington Hilts, MI, Rhoda Williams of Brantford, Timothy and Patti -Lynn Munnings of Clinton, Benjamin and Carol Munnings of Clinton and Ruth and Wayne Hulley of Londesborough. Fondly remembered by 11 step - grandchildren and 10 step -great- grandchildren. Predeceased by her two husbands, parents William and Florence (nee Pearson) Moir, sisters Florence Holt and Margaret Savage, arid step -son John Munnings. Visitation was held at McGLYNN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Seaforth, on Saturday, February 11, 2017, from 1 p.m. until the time of Grace's funeral service at 2 p.m. A reception followed at Bethel Bible Church in Seaforth, and • spring interment will take place in Egmondville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Missionary Service Committee (cheques payable to: MSC Canada) would be appreciated and can be made through the funeral home. Online condolences can be made by visiting Grace's memorial at www.mcglynnfamilyfuneralhome.com Obituaries Obituaries MURPHY, William - Passed away peacefully on Monday, February 6, 2017, at Stratford General Hospital, in his 76th year. Beloved husband of the late Luella (nee Moylan) Murphy. Loving father of Karen of London, Kevin (Sherry) of Seaforth and Janet (Todd) Lichty of Wellesley. Lovingly remembered by his two grandchildren, Emma and Justin Lichty. Predeceased by his parents, John and Lucy (nee Burke) Murphy; his brother Joseph Murphy and his brother-in-law Donald Moylan. He is survived by in-laws Catherine and Janos Janossy of Walkerton; Rita Moylan of RR#5 Seaforth; Sister Jean Moylan (CSJ) of London; Gordon and Kate Moylan of St Marys and Ellen Murphy of Seaforth. Visitation was held at MCGLYNN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Seaforth, 519-527-1390, on Thursday, February 9th, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. (with Parish Prayers at 8:45 p.m.). Funeral Mass of Christian Burial led by Fr. Clare Coleman was held at St. James Catholic Church, Seaforth, on Friday, February 10, 2017, at 11 a.m. Interment took place in St. Columban Catholic Cemetery, and a reception followed at the Seaforth Legion, Branch 156. A special thanks to the staff at Stratford General Hospital for keeping him comfortable during his stay. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to St. Columban Cemetery or the Brain Injury Association of Canada are appreciated and can be made through the funeral home. Online condolences can be made by visiting Bill's memorial at www.mcglynnfamilyfuneralhome.com "The greatest_ thing you'll ever learn isjzi$t to l!�, �n'�\bqo