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Home My WebLink AboutTimes Advocate, 1993-01-13, Page 7Times -Advocate, January 13, 1993 Page 7 Local residents honoured at ievee KIGRKTON - What a party! - Hundreds of people were at .the Kirkton- Woodham Community Centre Suadayalftemoon to mix, mingle and honour a couple of local citizens for their contributions not only to their own commu- nity, but to Canada. The well -attended Usbome-Blanshard Townships Levee saw both Teresa Broers and Don Simpson receive high accolades. Broers, a University of Western Ontario student, whose parents now reside in Usbome Township, received a plaque for representing Canada at Expo 92' in Spain. "I feel very honoured to be recognized, the experience was amazing," said Broers. When she first applied to be a representative, there were 4,000 appli- cants from across the country but, after a lengthy selection process in which Broers had to give a tri -lingual presentation, 80 .people were picked. Expo ran from April to October and Broers said the Canadian pavil- lion was one of the most popular and there were lineups seven hours long to get in. "The people in Spain are almost as friendly as those in Usbome and Blanshard," she said with a smile. "The more I travel, I realize Canada is the place to be." Blanshard Township reeve John Scott who assisted in the presenta- tion, said, "1 think a person with Teresa's background, anything is pos- sible. Simpson, from Blanshard Township was presented vVith a Govemor- Generals medallion for hissignificant contributions to the community. "The medals are given for -service in communities in manyiidifferent ways," said MP Dr. Harry Brightwell who pinned the medal•en Simp- son. In recognition of her efforts at Expo 92, Teresa Broers of Usbome Township received a plaque which was presented by Blanshard Township reeve John Scott during Sunday's Levee in Kirkton. Blip shard Township's Don Simpson, left; was presented with a Governor -Generals medal for community service by MP Dr. Harry Brightwell during a ceremony at Sunday's Lev- ee in Kirkton. Capsule Comments with Ernie Miatello Walking is a great exercise... inexpensive, convenient, no special clothing needed, low risk of irvury and it's proven that It will raise the levels of -good" cholesterol in the body. So, whether you are a power walker (5 mph), a brisk walker (4 mph) or a stroller, you will get some benefit from walking dally. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that of all the people worldwide who became HIV positive last year, 90% got this AIDS virus through heterosexual activity. Researchers of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) are recom- mending putting babies to sleep on their backs rather than stomachs, to reduce the risk of SIDS. In Japan, where Wants don't sbsp in the prone position, SIDS Is almost nonexistent. In Holland, the sagolnear back position has been recommended and the number of -O5 of SIDS has fallen dramatically. Lettuce Is 95% water. In fact, If you eet a whole head of lettuce, you take in only 60 calories! Our pharmacy's staff goal Is to get to know you and take care of your prescription needs in a fast, personal,and.csring manner. Huron Apothecary - the Independent Pharmacy Servatg your Health Care Needs. Students visit Blue Water Rest Home ZURICH - Lary morning the Grade 5 Bttdenali0oni St. Boni- face School staid .Blue Water Rest Home for their monthly get to- gether with the residents. They put on their thinking caps for a one-on- one geography puzzle to discover if they remembered the capital cities of various countries. Then came the piece of material and button and to relate to each oth- er what type of garment you might find it on. The "Three Blind Mice" hand -action song provided good co- ordinating skills which was fol - towed by juice to sooth the vocal box after an enjoyable morning. Tuesday evening the Home Aux - diary held their installation of offi- cers under the direction of Pastor Winston Martin, Interim Minister of Zurich Mennonite Church. Mary Ellen Gingerich was chosen presi- dent with Carmel Sweeney as past - president: Tim Cooper provided vo- cal accompaniment to tapes for the musical program. After the election of officers, lunch was served. Thursday evening Pearl Hooper provided the residents with a treat she received as a Christmas present. Hooper's grandson Bob Stephan is the leader of the Snow- bird aerobatic team and she shared a video of the Snowbirds history and present time capabilities. The Zurich Senior diners thank cook Erb for meals ZURICH - The Zurich Senior diners met Wednesday January 6 at the Community Centre with a fair attendance. Tammy Antaya welcomed all diners and informed them of up coming events. Berdie Finkbeiner was the draw winner. Antaya read a poem (I ain't dead yet) and a poem (What will you do with this year, that's so new?) was given by .Ina. Gertie Fleishauer presented cook Dawne Erb with a gift, on behalf of the diners, for all the tasty meals, she prepared for them in .1992. A big thank you and a standing ovation was given to Birdie Fink- beiner who had been in charge of taking telephone calls in the past for Wednesdays diners dinners. . All diners wishing to attend from now on, must call Sylvia Mittleholtz at 236-4922 by Monday noon. Progressive euchre was enjoyed with the following winners: high - Kathy Clark, 2nd high - Frieda Moore, low - Leila Becker, lone hands - Lesley Lee Regier. • Exeter UCW enjoy speakers from New Guinea EXETER - The evening unit of Exeter United Church U.C.W. met January 4 with leader Grace Drum- mond presiding. After wishing all a healthy happy New Year, Grace turned the meeting over to program leader Mary Fisher who introduced aid and Eleanor Clarke of Lon- ' Aloe. The Clarks spoke and showed Alias of their missionary work in "Papua, New Guinea. Following devotions, Grace con- ducted the business portion. Thirty- six ladies paid their dues for 1993 and the minutes of the December meeting were read and adopted. We were reminded of the Presbyterial meeting in Wingham on January 18. There is an executive meeting January 20 and the general meeting is January 25. Maxine Sereda re- ported on the large response of do- nations for Phoenix House and Pat Down gave her final report regard- ing the Christmas decorations. The offering was gathered and received in prayer by Grace, followed by the Mizpah Benediction. A tasty lunch was served by Laurie Shapton's group. ace bout show was very informa- tive aid iimsteeting to the residents and melba& 911 1Min of Moose - jaw, Saskatchewan for keeping us informed. Rev. Douglas Wright, Hensall United Church was in charge of Thursday afternoon Chapel Ser- vice. Father Peter Hayes, St. Boni- face Church celebrated Mass. The residents participated in sing -along, newspaper reading, games night, Bible reading and bin- go during the weekly activities. Our condolences to the family of the late John Henry Soldan who passed away at B.W.R.H. on Thurs- day, January 7. Mr. Soldan was a "gentle" man who resided at the Home the past 6 1/2 years, was for- merly from the Zurich area, but was born in Saskatchewan. The residents look forward to the Christian Reformed Church Choir on the 12th and Max & the Town Liners on January 14. 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