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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1989-04-12, Page 25Tomorrow's leaders - SHDHS students Geoff Poole and Mauree- na Walker each participated in one of the four 1989 sessions of Forum for Canadian Youth, a week in Ottawa designed to give young people an inside look at the process of government. High school students enjoy Ottawa forum By Yvonne Reynolds "It was .a very intensive pro - EXETER Two SHDHS students gram", Walker added. have returned from a week in Ot- Talks on particular aspects of tawa with a new awareness of their govemment were followed by quos- country and their government. tion and answer periods. The two Maureena Walker and Geoff Poole took part in a cabinet simulation on were in the nation's capital in immigration priorities and another ' March to participate in Forum for on free trade, after acquiring back - Young Canadians, where "the lead- ground information by reading thick ers of tomorrow meet the leaders of binders of material. today Both came home with increased Forum for Young Canadians, set respect for politicians, their dedica- up in 1975, each year brings 500 tion, their belief in what they are students to Ottawa from across doing, and the demands of the job. Canada to attend one of the four an- "Power goes with the job, but so nual sessions, ,two in March and does pressure. If there are mistakes, two in April. Poole was in Ottawa the public blames the politician", from March 4 to 11, and Walker Walker observed. followed the next week. Walker and- Poole also learned The non-profit organization's pro- from the other participants they gram is designed to give senior met. Students from the prairies are high school and CEGEP students concerned about soil depletion; Ian - an opportunity to gain a clearer un- guage and the Meech Lake agree- derstanding of the processes of gov- ment are issues among Quebecers; ernment, with particular emphasis not all Maritimers eat fish; people on the federal level. The classroom in other provinces think Ontario is the Parliament buildings and oth- hogs most of the industry. er government centres. "There are so many stereotypes. Participants arrive in Ottawa on a That's why this program stresses Saturday, get a tour of the Parlia- interaction", Poole said. ment buildings, and meet their 'Canada is a whole bunch of parts counsellors and room -mates for the making up the whole", Walker re - week. marked. Both consider participation in the Although Parliament was not in program one of the highlights of session, unfortunately, they did their school year. They would watch videos of the free trade de- strongly recommend Forum for bate, and talked with cabinet minis- Young Canadians to other students. ter Monique Vezina, Liberal whip Any student of a high school or Herb Gray, MP Sheila Copps, Sen- CEGEP who is 16 to 19 is eligi- ator Heath McQuarrie, and the Brit- ble. The cost per student is $572 ish ambassador Sir Alan Urwick. plus travel expenses. Some of the They listened to two or three speak- costs are picked up by the Forum ers each day before lunch. They Foundation, some by the secretary heard from the Commons speaker, of state. executive assistants and advisors Walker and Poole received finan- from the PMO and the Privy Conn- cial help from the SHDHS student cil, ambassadors and lobbyists, council and the Exeter Legion. public servants and members of the They figure the actual cost to them - press gallery, representatives of mi- selves wass $250 each. nority groups, business and labour. Applications are sent in the previ- • "We heard new ideas from people ous November. The application from all over", Greg said. forms are available at SHDHS. Hensall Atoms win it all HENSALL - After becoming Hu- ron -Perth Tier Two Champs last weekend, the Hensall Atoms ad- vanced to the W.O.A.A. Champi- onship this past weekend. In their first outing they were matched against the Listowel Red Squad and emerged with a 3-1 win. After entering the third period tied at 3 apiece due to an early goal by Ray Beirling, Ryan Kyle scored a waist high Islap.shot from the blue line followed a few minutes later with another goal by Beirling to finish the scoring. In the second game the teams again entered the third period tiedat 1. apiece only this time the adver- saries were the team from Kincar- dine. Jason Campbell scored the early goal. After holding out through a two man disadvantage early in the third period, Hensall went on a scoring spree starting with Blair Moir followed by a pair from Dan Taylor and one from Ryan Kyle to end the game 5-1 for the Hensall team. in the championship game later the same day Ray Beirling assisted by Dan Taylor scored the opening goal against a strong team, Listow- el Red. Dan Taylor scored in the "second, ending the scoring in a 2-0 game. Hensall Atoms - W.O.A.A. Atom House League Grand Cham- pions. The great season that this team has had can be attributed to a great effort from all of the guys on the team and great coaching from Gary Kyle, Bill Taylor and Paul McClin- chey. Crediton 4-.H meet CREDITON - Crediton V met on March 27, at our leader's house, Mrs.' Diane Kaak. All members -iifi; 'x'c went around the room we saw the beginnings of some beautiful slip- - pers, neck warmers, ski -bands and MOM. 3r4,=- - 1i,1i►bact.2, y sgcb,9iiVa demonstrated.. the spinning of wool. The Crediton— Fuzz Ball's were proud to welcome Karen Tiernan. Karen gave us all a chance to try our hand at spinning. Most of our members got the hang of it, but there were a few of us who couldn't keep the wool spinner going. It was funny to watch, and we all shared in, the laughter. Karen later talked about how to weave, and answered all our ques- tions. Our meeting concluded with snacks and a discussion of our fu- ture bus trip to Milton. We would like to thank leaders Mary Glavin and Diane Kaak and our guest Karen Tiernan. Fifth meeting "The Fuzz Balls" held our fifth meeting on April 3 at the home of Mary Glavin. Both leaders, Diane Hard Ball Umpire's Clinic April 23 South Huron District High School Room 116 ' 1 -4p.m. Reg. $25.00 Contact Gerald Papple 235-1710 Happy 25th Anniversary 'Tony & Marlene" ••• Love and Best Wishes from your famj and friends Goodwill Spring Sale Wednesday, May 3, 9 to 9 Progress Building, London Western Fair Free admission, free babysitting MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW! Kaak and Mary Glavin were present, and gucst Lois Hodgins helped any who were still^having any problems with our knitting samplers and projects. """ -- This meeting was based on dye- ing wool. We read all about how wools run when wet and fade in the sunlight..later we actually saw the -dyeing when wreSeW-pl :edt.i tib.... red and a brown dye. This was very interesting. As we began to wrap the meeting up, Denise Hendrick, our president, checked our books to make sure everything was almost done so our books can be handed in on April 10 to be marked. Press reporter Keri Rotten • Buck & Doe for Cheri Alexander and Tim Leyton Fri., April 21 9 - 1 For information call 235-2877. Tickets at the door $6.00 - Iunch included. Retirement Party for Robert Watson Fri., April 14 For more information please call 237-3738 Bus available from Dashwood 1 Gordon Aux. Beef Supper at Caven Presbyterian Church on Apr. 12/89 Seatings: 5:00 & 6:30 p.m. Price: $8.00 - adults $4.00 - 11 years.& under Tickets available at: Feather Tick, Smyth's 'Anstett's Buck & Doe for Peter Mathoni-a and Carolyn Regier Fri., April 14 CaII 236-4027 or 236-4035 INIM-NV, f._YT'R Hensall Senior Citizens Homes Inc. Notice of Annual Meeting Wed., April 12 7:30 p.m. Northcrest Apt., 80 Queen St., Hensall everyone welcome Registration by April 29 for Dashwood Men's & Ladles' SIo Pitch Leagues For more information contact Bill Vandeworp Jr. 237-3492, Rose Harrigan 234-6421. Sign up sheets are posted at Doug & Nancy's General Store, Horseshoe Diner, Merner's Meats, Dashwood, Pinecrest Variety, Crediton, MacLeans, and Darlings Food Market in Exeter, Coconut Bay and IGA Grand Bend, Tenderspot and Shaw's, Zu- rich. Umoiresteeded BREAST CANCER AND BREAST SELF EXAMINATION INFORMATION NIGHT Tuesday, April 18 7:30 p.m. South Huron Hospital, Exeter Film and Discussion. No admission charge To register please call 482-3416 or 1-800-265-5184 _ Presented by: HURON COUNTY HEALTH UNIT The family of Allan & Hazel Blane invite you to a celebration in honour of their parents' 40th Wedding Anniversary Sat., April 22 8 p.m. at Kirkton No gifts - please. st wishes only For fu her information p . ne 451-6407 M ill'vr• = • I Registration Wed., April 19 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Sat., April 22 9:00 to 12:00 N. Tee Ball to Juvenile $10.00 Late Fee $12.00. At McGillivray Twp. Hall Hutton County Family Planning Services Invites you to attend FAMILY PLANNING CLINIC Clinic Open 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Every Tuesday HURON COUNTY HEALTH UNIT ANN ST., EXETER For information Coll 235-1014 Weekdays or Tuesday Evenings. Everyone welcome Times -Advocate, April 12, 1989 The Last Hurrah! for Jimmy Allison Sat., April 15 For more information call 235-0544 or 235-2225 Lucan Community Bingo Wed., April 12 Bingo Starts 7:30 Regular Games $1000 Jackpot Game Total Prizes $2300 Due to the licence regulations, no one under 16 allowed to play Licence #537495 Page 25 Party for John Gray Sat., April 15 @ 8 p.m. For information call 235-2558 BARN DANCE Fri., Apr. 14 Singles Dance Music by Lee Davidson & Sagebrush Dancing 9 - 1 Sat. Apr. 15 Music by Country Versatiles Dancing 9 - 1 0 EXETER TAVERN [SpriSpring is Here Open Daily ng - Lunch - Dinner Sunday Brunch and Dinner Specials 236-7707 Reservations appreciated Hwy. 121, just north of St. Joseph Entertainment Night April 29 5 p.m. - 1 a.m. For further information phone 235-2962 or 235-1167 COOKING FOR M EATHY HEART m MART AND STOOK! FOUNDATION OP °WAND Do you love good food, but want to know more about how to eat to stay healthy? Learn to prepare meals that are ex- citing and delicious and low in fat, salt and calories at... COOKING FOR A HEALTHY HEART Clinton's course will begin Wednesday, April 26, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Huronview Audi- torium Exeter's course will begin Monday, April 24, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at South Huron District High School, Room 224. For more information please call Huron County- Health Unit 482-3416 This ad has been sponsored by: Huron County Health Unit. Kiddie Corner Nursery School in Huron Park is holding Registration for Sept. '89 on Mon., April 24 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.; 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. For more information contact Barb Regier: School 228-6335 Home: 237-3328 EINEM ■■■■■■■■■■■■ III ■■■■ NEM III ■■■■ III III ■■■■■■■ Kirkton Optimist Fish Fry Sunday, April 16 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Kirkton Community Centre Adults $10.00 Children under 12 $4.00 ■i■■■■■■u■■■■■■mug ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ it's "The Inn" Place Featuring The Best in Country Rock ENTERTAINMENT THURS., FRI. and SAT. This Week "Shopping Bag People" Matinee & Talent how Every Sat. 3 - 5:30 Bring your instruments, pin the fun • • • riiiiiii�iiiii►ii•rionet i-'�\ so ‘a``o(\ G c- C'• Ps Treasure Chest BINGO Thursday April 13 Zurich Community Centre JACKPOT $1 ,QQQ• GOST Bonanza Game in 57 calls Estimated Value: $1200. Over $2800 In Cash Prizes Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Bingo starts at 7:30 p.m. No one under 16 el'. ible to • a Thursda plus tax S ( Cocktails in pub before Dinner) This weeks feature: Sweet & Sour Pork Chops Includes: All you can eat salad bar, roll, vegetable, potato, "..- ___., v, ,,:.._ coffee and dessert. Dinner at 6:00 p.m. Reservations required before noon Thursday 238-2328 ••• ter.-.-.. ex.,�.�.,...--.�.--��-.�+ Royal Canadian Legion R.E. Pooley Branch 167 Coming Events April 19 - Executive Meeting April 14, 21 and 28 - Dart Playoffs April 27 - General Meeting at 8:30 p.m. - election of new executive April 29 - Anniversary Party -Fish Fry-5-7p.m. Adults $7.00, Children under 10 $4.00 - Jug Band 7 - 9 p.m. - Mozart Melody Makers 9 - 1 a.m. $5.00 each. Any Legion members or veterans requiring assis- tance please contact Branch Service Officer. "They served till death! Why not we?" 1