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Times-Advocate, 1981-01-21, Page 7Dear Sir: The•liuron County Christ- mas Bureau, operated by Family and Children's Ser- vices, has completed another successful project of assisting families at Christ- mas. This is due largely to the efforts of a number of dedicated volunteers in the community who co-ordinate the distribution centers and who are assisted by many in- dividuals and groups in the community who provide facilities, donation of gifts, and money. In 1980, the Christmas Bureau assisted 200 families and 475 children in having a happier Christmas. Families were referred by social ser- vice agencies, ministers and service clubs in the County and requests were co- ordinated through our office. Each family was given an appointment at the center closest to their own home and assisted with their shop- ping at the center by volunteer staff there. As a result. each child received one new toy and one new ar- ticle of clothing under the tree Christmas morning. In your area we would have been unable to provide this service without the capable assistance of Mrs. Mary Morrison, the co- ordinator of the Christmas Bureau Center in Exeter. She gave many hours of her time to bring some pleasure to others and deserves recognition for her service to people. In order to operate the center appropriately, Mrs. Morrison spent many hours organizing the requests of specific children, shopping for suitable articles, collec- ting donations, and then set- ting up, obtaining staff and distributing gifts from the centers. Her contribution to Family and Children's Ser- vices and to her community was immeasurable and in- valuable. We must also acknowledge the contribution of service clubs throughout the County to the Huron County Christ- mas Bureau. In some areas they spent many hours distributing, collecting and sorting boxes for donations of new toys. Many service clubs made financial con- tributions to our budget of almost $10,000, which also provided funds for families to buy Christmas dinner. Individuals all over the County spent the year knit- ting so that children coming to the centers could be provided with warm mitts. The Salvation Army in Goderich and Wingham allowed us the use of their buildings and Captain Perrin and Lieutenant Koops spent EDUCE YOU INCOME TAX An R.R.S.P. could be the answer for you. Gabor •Itsrk.T 1r Ude hearse .._..I CALL NORM TAIT AT 235-2420 many hours working on our behalf. Anstett Jewellers allowed us use of their building in Seaforth and we appreciate that. Over all, the Huron County Christmas Bureau reprekents a massive effort of dedicated people In the community on behalf of those less fortunate than themselves. It is a tribute to people caring for other peo- ple and we feel that Huron County has shown itself to be a leader again this Christ- mas. Yours very truly, (Mrs.) Peggy Rivers Co-ordinator of Volunteer Services, Family and Children's Services of Huron County Elimville WI meet By KATHY COOPER ELIMVILLE The Elimville Women'a Institute held their January meeting at the Elimville United Church on Saturday. They entertained 'the 4-H girls, mothers and leaders at a pot luck meal. This was enjoyed by all. Mrs. Howard Pym and Mrs. Philip Johns opened the meeting with a sing song. Mrs. Bev Parsons read a poem "It's winter now". She introduced the guest speaker, Earl Campbell, of Campbell's Jeweller's. He discussed the different quality and prices of jewellery. He advised everyone to always buy from someone who knows. He also had several different pieces jewellery and stones to show everyone. Mrs. Carl Gower thanked him. The members of Elimville 1 presented a skit on elec- trical appliances. This was from the last 4-1-1 club "Food for Friends." The leaders for the new 4 - club are: Elimville 1, Mrs. Dale Skinner and Donna Kerslake; Elimville 2, Mrs. Larry Fulton and Nancy Cooper. Any girl who will be twelve by March 1 wishing to learn to sew can contact one of the names above. The name of the club is Ready, Get Set Sew. The president Mrs. Floyd Cooper was in charge of the business. This part of the meeting opened with the ode. The roll call was answered by "name your birthstone." Everyone, in- cluding all the guests, was'able to answer this roll call. The minutes were read and a treasurers report given. A donation was made to the Exeter Agriculture Society. The Elimville Women's Institute sponsored an euchre on Monday evening at the Elimville hall. Lone hands were won by Laverne Rodd; ladies high, Ruth Skinner; men's high, Lawrence Beckett; ladies' low, Mary Shamblow and men's low, Clarence Sweitzer. The next euchre will be held on January 26. The Thames Road Elim- ville Tyros and Explorers were bowling during the week at the Exeter lanes. Almatex Paints and Varnishes Wide Selection Wallpapers Complete Line of Refinishing Products Gifts - Pictures - Plaques Exeter Decor Centre 15 Gidley St., E. 235-1010 January Clearance Sale 20% Off Entire Stock In Store Excluding Small Appliances and Items Already Reduced No Returns - Terms Cash ONE WEEK ONLY JAN. 24-31 ZurichGHurdware STUDENTS VISIT LIBRARY — Chris Weernink, Kirkton, and Jeff Kints, Exeter, look through the files at the Exeter Public Library. The boys, members of Mrs. Glenna Tripp's grade 5 class at Precious Blood Separate School were on a class tour of the library, Thursday. BOOMER'S BOOK — Ron They call me Boomer) Walker, Ex- eter, uses one of the library s tables to get a better look at an over -sized book. Ron was part of Mrs.GlennaTripp's grdde 5 class, from Precious Blood Separate School, which toured the Exeter library Thursday. n conjunction with Conestoga Times -Advocate, January 21, 1981 Page 7 Women plan Ieadership courses Huron County's Women Today group has decided to collaborate with the Conestoga College's Clinton campus in offering a series of workshops and seminars entitled Leadership for Women. Instead of the regular monthly meetings which are open to all women in the county, the group will he offering six evening sessions through the college begin- ning on Monday, January 19 and running on alternate Mondays until March 30. Stress will be the topic of the first workshop and discussion will centre on what causes stress, what excessive stress does and what can be done to control or manage it. The February 2 session will deal with guilt, the origins of the feeling, its oppessive nature and how it short circuits independence. The class will also look at ways to cope with guilt. Competitive behavior between women has been scheduled as the February 16 workshop. It will study why women compete, rather than cooperate and will look at different types of com- petitive behavior. There will be some discussion on how to build more effective relationships between women. How to say what you mean and mean what you say in a non-agressive way will be the topic of the March 2 workshop. In studying assertiveness, the group will look at ways to be confident in asserting yourself. On March 16 the course will deal with political in- volvement and how women can affect the political process, and lobby ef- fectively. Discussions will centre on how to gather information on issues and how to become politically aware. The final workshop will look at the physical aspects of mood changes and how food additives, vitamins and minerals affect the brain. The March 30 clas' will study the nature of the brain and the substances the brain cells release, resulting in moods altered behavior and tolerance for stress. Specific illnesses, like schizophrenia and hypoglycemia and how they tie into nutritional habits will be studied. The six workshops are offered to all Huron County Stafhd By MRS. J. TEMPLEMAN Mrs. Tom Kay, Mrs. Dave Sim, Mrs. Margaret Howard, London, and Mr. & Mrs. John Drake, attended the funeral of John and Mrs. Kay's sister, Mrs. Pete Pidgeon, in Galt on Thur- sday. Mr. & Mrs. Russell Miller, have returned home from a holiday in Jamaica. Mrs. John Templeman attended a spring executive meeting of Subdivision 23, at the home of Mrs. Willis Matheson, Harrington, on Monday. The ladies of Hibbert United church held a pot luck dinner in the family Life Center on Wednesday preceding their January meeting. The January meeting of the South Hibbert Athletic Association was held at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Ivan Norris. During business it was decided to hold the annual meeting at the Pineridge Chalet west of Hensall again this year on March 7 with dinner at 7 p.m. Children often hold a marriage together, keeping their parents so busy they don't have time to quarrel. women fora cost of $10. They will be held from 7 until 9:30 p.m. Already over 75 women have shown interest in the Women Today group that was formed last fall and the organization hopes to reach out to more women through Conestoga College. Anyone interested in the Leadership for Women course may register at the Clinton campus in Vanastra or telephone 482-3458. THE NEW 1981 WEIGHT WATCHERS FOOD PLANS! WITH WINE, PEANUT BUTTER, POPCORN AND HOMEBAKED BREAD, HOW CAN YOU LOSE? Now, Weight Watchers gives you lots of foods you could never have on the diet before. 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