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Home My WebLink AboutTimes Advocate, 1996-11-20, Page 13DMMIIN1TY_ Christmas heritage home tour features local B & B Cornerstone Inkeeper Mary Lambert works with Sarah Watkins and Cathy Elliott preparing the Exeter home for the Heritage Christmas Home Tour that begins Nov, 29. Along with four other bed and breakfasts in the area, the tour will help raise money for local community theatres. Babysitting offered by youth group The group will babysit children on November 30. By Mary Peterson Centralia correspondent CENTRALIA - On Sunday, No- vember 17, the Sacrament of Bap- tisin was celebrated at Centralia United Church. Pastor Heather Scott welcomed Jason Donald Pe- terson Essery into Christ's commu- nity of faith. Sam Skinner, Clerk of the Session, congratulated Jason's parents, Mary Peterson and Rob Es- sery He presented them with Ja- son's baptismal candle and certifi- cate. Also sharing the occasion were several of Jason's relatives. His godparents, Ruth Ann and Matt Pickett, attended the service from Wiarton. Grandparents June and Bill Essery and Donna and Ken Pe- terson also participated in the wor- ship4Arrine.liewcombe and Carl, Gorfttf4++41#t travelled from their homes in Pontiac, Michi- gan and Sarnia to attend. Donations of clothing, food, toys, etc. will be given to the Children's Aid Society to assist with their out- reach to the community. The Youth Group will meet at Zion Church from 3 to 5 p.m. on November 24. They're offering their services to busy moms on No- vember 30. For a reasonable fee, they will babysit children from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and provide lunch. A bake sale will also be held that day, and a movie night at 7 p.m. that evening for all interested youth. On November 28, the Session Pastor Heather Scott thanked everyone for sharing in making her wedding such a memorable event. She was surprised by the gift of a picture presented by the teachers and children of the Sunday School at Centralia. On behalf of the Stewards at Centralia, Larry Skinner thanked everyone for their help and partici- pation in the turkey dinner. The meal provided an opportunity to share food and fellowship. Following worship, the Sunday School hosted a luncheon of ham and scalloped potatoes. Jean Cas- lick baked and decorated a cake to commemorate Jason's baptism. Everyone is invited to assist in decorating the sanctuary and Twat .�nifkkZTnGited Church urch during tie evening on No- vember 22. There's still room for warm socks and mittens on the tree. If you'd like to contribute, bring your gifts before the end of November. On November 24, the Sunday School is planning White Gift Ser- vice at Centralia United Church. The charter members of the Exeter Legion Ladies Auxiliary who attended the 45th Anniversary include back row from left Vera Mason, Dora McTavish, Marion Frayne, Eva Tri- ebner, Grace Wurm and Gladys Bierling, and front row left to right Edna Simmons, Elsie Jory, Dorothy Pfaff, Irene Har- ness and Annie Lawson. Missing were Dorothy Reynolds and Verdun Lindenfield Friendship Club donates to Foodgrains Bank BRYANSTON - The Bryanston Friendship Club met on Nov. 6 at 12 p.m. for a delicious potluck din- ner. The meeting was opened with '0 Canada'. Alex Jeffrey read apoem about 'Old Radio Pro- grammes'. The secretary and treas- urers' reports were given and hap- py birthday was sung to several people with November birthdays. An invitation from the Elderton Li- ons Club and Bryanston Optimists club to a programme and dinner on Nov. 17 at 2 p.m. was acted A motlsn by Margaret Renwick and seconded by Muriel Cobleigh to have the Wesley UC Ladies cater to us for a turkey dinner at 12.30 p.m. on Dec. 4. A program will follow the dinner with Alex Jeffrey, Percy and Olive Hodgins and Ken and Madeline Parkinson in charge. Another mo• tion nada by Muriel Cobleigh and seconded by Helen Banting that each member bring a gift for the Food Bank. The programme committee had a wonderful meeting with Dorothy Darling reading two poems on 'War and Peace'. Helen Banting read in 'Flanders Field' by John McCrae. The oath of allegiance was led by Muriel Cobleigh. Helen Banting introduced Nancy and Ron Kraemer of Mitchell and they had a most interesting and informative presentation on the Canadian Food - grains Bank for Third World Coun- tries. The presentation consisted of hymn singing, scripture readings, a video and slides and a talk explain- ing how the foodgrains work. There are now 13 partners (denom- inations) taking part with 100 pro- jects in progress. The group decid- ed to donate $100 to the foodgrains bank. will meet at 7:30 p.m. and the Offi- cial Board at 8:15 p.m. at Zion. The Manse Committee will cater a banquet at Faith Tabernacle on November 29: Volunteers would be appreciated to cook turkeys, bake pies, or help serve. Contact Ray Mills or June Miller if you can help. At Heywood's Restaurant recent- ly, Helen MacDonald and Gord Ea- ton were High Hand winners. The Special was won by Andy Thomp- son. Lone Hand winners were Mary Wallis and Harry Noels. Times -Advocate, November 20, 1996 Page 13 Proceeds from the tour wilt help to support local community theatres By Heather Mir T -A Reporter EXETER - The Cornerstone Inn is one of five Bed and Breakfasts in Perth, Middlesex and Huron counties participating in the 1996 Heritage Home Christmas Tour. The tour, which will run from Friday Nov. 29 until Sunday, Nov. 30 will help to support local com- munity theatres including the Blyth Festival, Huron Country Playhouse and St. Marys Community Players. The homes will be decorated to complement century architecture and participants are encouraged to plan their own tour. The CornerstOtsk iii Ihit heart of Exet,r, 4. 11 heritage Mite dating beak lb tier 1860's. It has been re- furbished to reflect inis mots atnd. Innkeeper Mary Lambert has filed the house with Victorialr treasures, many of which are • family heir- looms. Originally a board and bat- ten structure, the house was bricked and a porch added prior to the 1900's, explains the tour bro- chure. "I love the old Victorian era . I want the inn to be warm but not stuffy." "I love the old Victorian era," said Lambert who opened the B & B in 1993. "I want it (the inn) to be warm but not stuf- fy. Lambert has kept the pace slow at the inn, where she offers private gatherings and has even had Vic- torian hats made for guests to wear during tea to complete the trip back to another era. The holiday floral arrangements, designed by Thorndale florist Sarah Watkins, accent the Cornerstone's Daycare receives limited council support EXETER - Council learned Monday night that Suzanne Jensen ap- proached the Executive Committee with a proposal for a daycare facili- ty. The committee recommended, and council approved, the town not become involved with a municipal licensed day care centre or its oper- ations, but ".,. staff are instructed to help with needs surveys, zoning, ministry legislation and regulations so that the business can get started if feasible". Victorian heritage with the use of many natural; materials including parchment noses and evergreen. Gold, green; wine and white are some. of the rich colors used to dec- orate the home. Other homes on the tour include Eagleview Manor in St. Marys, In the Garden, west of Parkhill, Li- lacs. & Lace Tower in St. Joseph and Magnolia Manor in Varna. Have a news tip? Call the Times -Advocator 2354331 Jti a it ge 5(o me Miistmas Tour Featuring Homes in Perth, Huron and Middlesex Counties Nov. 29 & 30 I 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday Dec. 1, 12 p.m. - S p.m. Proceeds support the Blyth Festival, Huron Country Playhouse & St. Marys Community Y Players Advance tickets $10. Available at: Cornerstone Inn, Exeter 519-235-3669,1-888-295- 6222, Eagleview Manor, St. Marys 519-284-1811, Magnolia Manor, Varna 519-233-3181, I- 800-216-5968, Lilacs & Lace Tower, St. Joseph 519-236- 7640, In the Garden, Parkhill T 519-294-0068,1-888-780- 9849, Tickets also available at the above homes the day of the I itour. $12.00. Bus tours t available and welcome 4664. 11044044041dl4* Fab : a limited f e receive a free Kodiak Gift Package with purchase or lease of any 1997 GMC Kodiak Sierra. 1 i THE LIMITED EDITION GMC KODIAK SIERRAS 1997 GMC KODIAK SIERRA REGULAR CAB 200 HP Vortec 4300 SFI V6 engine, dual air bags, standard 4 -wheel ABS, galvanized steel 8 ft. cargo box, side -guard door beams, speed sensitive steering, stainless steel exhaust. system, sliding rear window, tinted glass 1997 GMC KODIAK SIERRA 4WD EX!FENDED CAB 230 HP Vortec 5000 SFI V8 engine, dual air bags, standard 4 -wheel ABS, Inste-Trac.' 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