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Home My WebLink AboutTimes Advocate, 1989-11-22, Page 15Times -Advocate, November 22, 1989 Page 15 Children and adults enjoy Thames Road Baby Band. party By Rhoda Rohde THAMES ROAD - Melonie Miller welcomed nine adults and 17 children to the baby band party on Saturday aftemoon at the church. Everyone did an exercise to start the program. Rebecca Miller played Away In A Manger and everyone sang. Marilyn Vandenbussche read a Christmas story. Melonie presented each one with a graduation card and a gift. Those graduating were Robyn Ethering- ton, Ann Marie Hodgert and David Vandenbussche into Messengers. The offering was taken by Amy Hodgert. The children and mothers and leaders did some nice Christmas crafts. Lunch was enjoyed. Melonie Miller and Marilyn Vandenbussche are the leaders. Church Service Rev. Sheila Macgregor was in charge of the church service on Sunday morning. Sheila gave the children's message "The Specialness Game". The children all stayed at the front of the church while Rev. Sheila baptized Timothy John, son of Ron end Ma. Lou Bilcke. Godparents were Eric Gaiser and Cheryl Bilcke Timothy,has a brother Corey and grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Silvere Bilcke and Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Grigg. Bill Rohde clerk of session pre- sented Timothy with a New Testa- ment and Baptism Certificate. Rev. Sheila presented Mary Lou with a bouquet of flowers. Rev. Sheila's sermon was entitled "God Is The Hero". The flowers in the church on Sunday were placed in memory of the late Allan Harkes of RR 4 Si. Marys near Uniondale who passed; away recently. Sympathy is extend- ed to his wife, family and parents. He was in his 30th year. Rev. Shei- la assisted at the funeral. Confirmation class is cancelled for this week only. Special confir- mation classes will be visits to St. Peters Basilica and the Muslim Mosque on Saturday December 16. Meet at the manse at 12:15 p.m. sharp. A visit to the Jewish Syna- gogue is planned for Tuesday No- vember 28 or Tuesday December 12. Meet at the manse at 6 p.m. sharp. Coming events Youth Group bowling night is Saturday December 9 at the Zurich bowling lanes. Sunday December 3 is White Gift Service at 11:15 a.m. Sunday December 10 is Christ- mas Open House at the manse 2 - 4, 7 - 9 p.m. Thames Road ladies and the Macgregoes hosting. Presentation On Thursday evening 20 people gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon McCarter to present Mr. and Mrs. Jack Stewart with a gift after having moved to Exeter. Euchre was played and prizes were won by ladies high Lorraine Alex- ander, Men's high Glen Stewart, ladies low, Margaret Stewart, men's low Michael Stewart. Glen Lamport read a nicely worded ad- dress. Personals Glenn Jeffery is enjoying a bus trip sponsored by Transfer Genet- ics, Canadian agents of Select Sires, and Select Embryos, visit- ing various Jersey farms through the state of Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Stewart of Sarnia were Sunday supper guests with Mr. and Mrs. Glen Stewart. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Grigg of Dashwood, . and Mrs. Silvere Baton troop - The South Huron Baton Troup Vedettes have been chosen to march in the annual Exeter Santa Claus Parade December 2. Front row, (left to right), Amy Cassell, Laura Cooper; Brandy Hem, Ca- sandra Triebner, Jennifer Hodder. Second .row, (I -r), Angela Dayman, Kelly Falwell, Melanie Seip, Maggie Steciuk, Julie Hem, Becky Hodder, Tracy Maxwell, Stephanie Hazlewood (coach). Back row, Jennifer Ac- ton, Erin Bieman, Suzanne Steciuk, Bronwyn Pearson, Jenny Ellison. Concert follows turkey dinner • By Mary Kooy CENTRALIA - At the United Church on Sunday Rev. Carter chose as her topic "Hang In There" with special music by the choir. Coming events On Wednesday, Bible study con- tinues at 8 p.m. at the manse. On Thursday evening an Official Board meeting at 8 p.m. at Central- ia. All members of the board from both churches are urged to attend. On the same evening Youth Group gots bowling 6;30 to 8 p.m. On Sunday, December 3 new members will be received into the church by baptism or transfer from other congregations. If interested contact Rev. Carter before that date. Turkey supper A lovely turkey supper was served at the United Church on Sat- urday . evening to members and friends, followed by an old- fashioned concert which was en- joyed by all present. Rev. Carter and Brent Caslick were M.C.s for the evening, opening with a sipg- song with organist at the piano. . Lois Wilson and Don Stuart sang a duet. The Skinner family with Scott on the drums and Jacquelin sang a solo with Grandpa Sam with his puppets. A solo by Hannah Carter, a mens quartet, music on guitar by Harvey Smith accompanied by daughter Penny, and a solo by Audrey McFalls followed. A comical skit of ladies on a wedding party por- trayed by men of the congregation caused much laughter with their drcss and pose. (Hope I didn't mis* anybody who took part.) Euchre winners Winners at the euchre at Central- ia Community centre on Monday, November 13: High score - Bernice Squires, Iva Blair (playing a man's New Year's Eve plans By Joan Beierling VARNA - The Stanley Commit- tee met on Tuesday November 14. The New Year's Eve tickets are now available for $25 per couple. Con- tacts are Dcb Rathwell at 233-9153, Sandra Johnson at 263-2623 and Clarence Rau at 236-4698 after six. Get your tickets now and ring in 1990! Plans arc also underway for the the Stanley Township Family Fun Night to be held Saturday March 3. Further details later. For anyone thinking of taking dancing lessons with Louie and Me- lony Morello, they will be starting in January at the complex. Varna UCW The Varna UCW executive met last week to set up dates, programs and budgets for 1990! The UCW donates and supports many organizations and groups such as Medical Electives, Liaison Committee, SeCds for Zaire, Survi- val Through Friendship House, Clinton Hospital Auxiliary, Dr. Graham's Homes, Brucefield Vaca- tion Bible School, Youth Group, Sunday School, andy Francis Na- tive Ministry, Town and Country Homemakers, Missions and Servic- es, Family and Children's Services, Camp Menestung, Alcohol and Drug Concerns and the Resource Centre. Youth Group Varna -Goshen Youth Group meets at Varna Church at 7:30 p.m. Thursday November 23. They en- joyed curling in Vanastra on Satur- day. White Gifts Sunday November 26 will be the White Gift Service in both Varna and Goshen with the Sunday Schools taking part in the service. Gifts to the Huron'County Christ- mas Bureau should be labelled on the outside of a plain white enve- lope and white gifts will also be ac- cepted. • OFF-SEASON HOURS PRO SHOP/CLUB HOUSE OPEN Saturdays & Sundays 12-5 pm EVERYTHING IS ON SALE! 20% TO 50" OFFS ' GIFT CERTIFICATES •Orton Foss •WfMnt •EqulpaveeN •CimAing COME ON OUT ... OR CALL Corn . 521.1$IO w sk • . SEAFORTH GOLF and COUNTRY CLUB JUIN Ent of Van SpiiwW HOW, 0s 522-0985 card); Lone Hands - Nola Lewis, Earl Morgan; Low score - Eileen Westlake, Tom Kooy; Lucky scores went to Jean ijem, Dorothy Bullock. Next party November 27 will be convened by Kay Elston and Bob and Iva Blair. Personals Tom and I accompanied Percy and Jean Noels. to Granton on Wednesday _ evening where we ioined with 21 relatives and friends as the guests of Harry and Marian Noels at the United Church Beef supper. Afterward we returned to the commons room at Harry's apart- ment for cards and fun. Thank you Harry and Marian for such a lovely evening. Bilcke and Rita, Rick Bilcke and friend Kim Genttner of Exeter, Mr. and Mrs. George Dunn, Amanda, and Greg of Glencoe, Mr. and Mrs. Eric Gaiser, David and Mark of Waterloo were Sunday guests with Mr. and Mrs. Ron Bilcke, Corey and Timothy. On Sunday a McCullough fami- ly gathering met at the Three AAA Restaurant, Exeter, for dinner. • Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. Doug Smith and Steven of Court- land, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Turnbull of Springford, Mr. and Mrs. Al Rice, Mr. and Mrs. Allan Turnbull of Tillsonburg, Mr. and Mrs. Don Turnbull of London, Mr.'and Mrs. Jim Love of Grand Bend, Mr. and Mrs. Reg Hodgert, Mrs. Isobelle Cann, Mrs. Glenn Fisher of Exeter and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Cann. After dinner they returned to the home of Reg and Jean for a visit. Some also called on Mrs. Dave Millar. The officers of U.C.W. for 1990 are: past president - June Stewart, president, Janis Richardson, 1st vice president, Judith Parker, 2nd vice president - Margaret Stewart, secretary, Lorraine Alexander, as- sistant secretary, Marilyn Pym and treasurer, Kay Hodgert. STANDARD TRUST IS GIVING AWAY We want you to try us out because we believe we're the best financial institution to take care of your savings needs. So Standard Trust is giving away. free Royal Doulton gifts to new savings account customers who deposit' $2,500 or more. New customers will select exquisite Royal Doulton china. and glassware from our catalogue. The more you deposit, the more valuable your gift. We're giving away these beautiful gifts simply to encourage you to give us a try. And we'll even hand deliver the gift! Once you're here, we know you'll want to stay. This offer is good for a Limited time only and funds must remain on deposit for a minimum of 90 days. Drop in to our local branch and ask us for details. 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