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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1991-06-19, Page 11Times -Advocate, June 19, 1991 Page 11 Public relations workshop - About 100 members of London Conference Womens Institutes came to Centralia College Monday for a day long workshop entitled "May I Present". Aimed at improving exhibi- tion, public relations and program skills, the women spent the day in seminars and with guest speak- ers. From left are Dolores Shapton, guest speaker Hilde Morden, and Ilene Chesterman. Morden spoke on the importance of the Institutes in the community and pointed out the hours of volunteer sup- port they provide. Environmental Awareness taught and practised at Stephen Central By Rhonda Vandeworp CREDITON - Besides read- ing, writing, and arithmetic, students at Stephen Cen- tral Public School are be- ing taught another im- portant lesson - the conservation of the environment. Since last year, the faculty and students of Stephen Central have participated in several programs which have been designed to maintain and revitalize the sur- rounging ecosystems. Tree planting Last spring, 150 cedar and spruce trees were planted at the north and west ends of the school property to create a partial wind- break for the playground. As a celebration of this year's Earth bay, the students helped to plant the 170 trees needed to finish the windbreak. On this day, each child was presented with a seed- ling to plant at their own homes With funds raised by student council and government grants, Stephen Central recommended the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority plant an additional 5,000 trees at the south end of the school yard. The Conservation Au- thority has agreed to overview the progress of these seedlings for the next five years. Principal John Siertsema is confi- dent the variety of trees including Austrian Pine, White Pine, White Cedar, Silver Maples, Walnut, Pop- lar, Ash, and Dogwood will "pro- vide a shelter for both men and ani- mal life in the future." Bluebird houses In an attempt to attract more bluebirds to Huron County, six Stephen Central students under the supervision of Geof Walker, presi- dent of the Huron Fringe Naturalist Club, constructed 10 bluebird hous- es. The Huron Fringe Naturalist Club is concerned about the extinc- tion of the bluebird whose eggs and nests are often disturbed and de- stroyed by small, wild animals. They believe the houses, which have been stationed at the school yard's boundary, will provide the necessary protection for baby blue- 1 D birds. Composting Recently, Stephen Central's stu- dent council purchased two large, plastic cones ("Green Cone Diges- tors") to compost the student's left- overs from lunch. "Daily, students place the sand- wich leftovers, apple cores. banana and orange peels and other food wastes in these containers therefore reducing the amount of garbage that leaves the school," Siertsema explains. Some individual' classes are pro- moting the compostingrogram by offering special benefits. Mary Lou Athill rewards her grade two students with a special sticker for their sticker albums each time they bring a "litterless lunch" to school. Such a lunch would include con- tainers and unwrapped foods in- stead of lunch bags, Saran wrap or tin foil. Recycling In conjunction with the compost- ing program, the student council purchased three blue boxes from Bluewater Recycler to avoid dis- posing reusable materials. Each student and faculty member col- lects cans, plastic, glass containers, newsprint and high grade paper such as computer printouts, station- ery, and copier paper to recycle. Siertsema believes the students, especially the primary and junior levels, have become more aware because of this year's emphasis on the environment. He is also im- pressed by the parents' "very posi- tive" response to the various pro- grams. Stephen Central supports conservation - Demonstrating how the "Green Cone Digestors" compost their lunches are grade two stu- dents Alisha Martene and Brent Hoffman. TRIANGLE L DISCDUNTNL. 433 Main St., Exeter 236-1661 June 17to30, 1991 "NEW" Ultra, dish, 650 ml Joy Detergent 6 bar, 540 g. Ivory Soap Newl Degree, 200 ml aersol or solid 60 g. 169 189 Antiperspirant 249 Efferdent Tablets, 66s 329 Denture Cleaning Encore, sizes C,D,AA or 9V Batteries *Family of Products Silkience or with coupon below 399 249 199 Fabric Softener 1.5 L 239 Downy Aim, 100 mi tube 89c Toothpaste Our entire line, Cover Girl Cosmetics 40'off Fiesta, 300 g. box Fruit Jellies '99 .�--_----__.� 50° off Sllkience Family of Products Expires 30, 1991 _a1IIiIIJu(tII11. NM NN __; Fundraiser damp Rest Home plans anniversary By Carse! Sweeney ZURICH - A very good atten- dance was on hand for the annual meeting of the Blue Water Rest Home that was held June 11. Chairman Robert Westlake con- ducted the meeting. Reports were given by various members of the Board. Minutes of the last years meeting were read by Ian McAllister; Ad- ministrator's Report was given by Joe Risi, and Medical Directors Re- paceort was given by Dr. Charles Wal - Ina Neeb presented a summary of last year's activities and projects of Ladies Auxiliary. The main dona- tion was a whirl pool bath for the new addition. President of the Auxiliary, Car- mel Sweeney, suggested the idea of a 25th Anniversary fund raising dinner and dance to be held at the Zurich Community Centre on Sat- urday, October 5. All profits made will go towards the home's new addition. Following the meeting, board members elected new executives. Chairman of the Board will be Ar- thur Bennett of RR 1, Bayfield. A family dinner is scheduled for the residents this coming Sunday, June 23. Personals Clara Derby of Steeling Heights, Michigan, is presently spending two weeks holidays visiting with her cousin Gerry Kane. A bus trip to the African Lion Sa- fari was enjoyed by the Girls Club of the Mennonite Church on Satur day, June 15. Jerome and Carmel Sweeney and Marie Gelinas Sr. attended the wed- ding of Jill Sweeney and Murray Flanagan at SL Aloysius Church in Kitchener on Saturday, June 15. Abe and Connie Demooy recent- ly spent five days travelling to vari- ous places in Northern Ontario. Madeline Gelinas of Sarnia spent a few days last week at the home of her sister-in-law Marie Mozart Ge- linas. She visited her children in the area and attended the Golden Agers Seniors Picnic at the Port Blake Jess & Don Reopen Allen's Restaurant Hwy. #4 Hensall 262-2116 Fish & Chips, Breakfast all day Lunch and Dinners The Best Burgers and Fries *Z; Conservation Area. Recently a bridal shower was held for Donna Regier, daughter of Don and Rosemary Regier and fi- ancee of David Reain. A bridal shower was held at the Zurich Mennonite Church, Satur- day. June 15, for Debra Wager of Elmira, who is the fiancee of Nrrel Gingerich, son of Mel and Mary El- len Gingerich, RR 2, Zurich. May we offer our sincere sympa- thy to Laurette Corriveau, whose mother, Lou Broughton passed away on June 13 in her 97th year. She was a resident of the Knoll Crest Nursing Home in Milverton. Nelson Riley has returned home from being a patient in the hospital. About Tows The prize list for the Zurich Fair is complete and can be obtained from Secretary Treasurer Margaret Deichert at 236-4130. A list of children's activities such as vegetable and flower growing contests can also be attained through Deichert. The lucky winner of the Father's Day draw at the Dominion Tavern on Sunday was Keith Love, RR 1, Zurich. Love was awarded with a S20.00 dinner gift certificate. Don't forget to get your ticket to win 100 loonies. The draw which is sponsored by the Zurich and Dis- trict Chamber of Commerce, will be held Saturday, June 29. Tree planting - Last Wednesay morning five trees were planted at Exeter Villa In recognition of the five years since the facility opened. Two of the villas oldest residents were on hand for the official plant- ing. From left are Ba/b-Storey, 1100 -year old Frieda Bierling, Linda Hawley, Nancy Holland, 102 -year old Mabel McNicol, and Barb Ger• don. Actritaiee, Showcase of Savings!.. Save 40% on all patterns during the months of June and July Brest selection ever of Noritake Formal China and Casual Dinnerware. Save Now on Open Stock, Place settings and Sets! For yourself and for gift giving, choose now from a tremendous selection seldom offered. You can SAVE on famous Noritake Formal China and Casual Dinnerware. More beautiful savings on Noritake Full -Lead Crystal Stemware and Casual Glass. Hurry in! Time is limited. 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