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Times Advocate, 1995-11-15, Page 27New Legion members New member of the Exeter Legion pictured above from left to right standing are: Bill Wilds, president, William Fletcher, Ross Fisher, Dan Rousehorn, Michael Underhill, Larry Eveland, William Thomas. Seated are: Gord Smith, Helen Smith, Francine Learn, Fred Learn, Vera Armstrong, secretary. Kirkton Community Association Wed. November 22, 1995 ' at 8:00 p.m. at Kirkton-Woodham Community Centre Everyone Welcome dam. Dance Hall 9 p m. I a.m. 349-2678 line Dancers Welcome Fri., Nov. 17 End -O -The -Line Sat., Nov. 18 Country Versatiles Sorority holds meeting KIRKTON - Alpha Tau Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met at the home of Leona Amos in Kirkton on No- vember 7 with 16 members present. Plans were discussed for the Christmas party to be held De- Lucan Community Centre Bingo Wed. Nov. 15 Bingo starts 7:30 p.m. Regular Games $1000 Jackpot Game 50 calls or less $300 bonus Total prizes $3000 Due to the licence regulations, no one under 18 allowed to play Licence #537495 "A Place to Remember" Enjoy the Christmas Season in our cozy Decorated Inn • •• BOOK NOW FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS PARTY! Located at St. Joseph on Hwy. 21 between Grand Bend and Bayfield R.R. 2 Zurich. Call for reservations 236-7707 • • • .. Coming events WEEKLY MEAT DRAWS at the Royal Canadian Legion. Exeter Branch. on Satur- day afternoons between 4-6 p.m. All proceeds to support the Huron -Middlesex Army Cadet Corps. Everyone welcome to attend. 431fnc EXETER ODDFEI.LOW-C.P.T. EUCHRES, second and fourth Wednesdays. 8 p.m. beginning November 8 at 1.O.O.F. Hall. Admission $1.50. Ladies please bring lunch. 44-46' GRANDMA'S GARDEN OPEN HOUSE, Wednesday, November 15 to Saturday, November 18. 10:00 a.m. to 9 p.m., at the home of Dave and Loralec Marshall. one mile west of Kirkton, Huron County Road 6. Quality handcrafted floral accents, 229- 6464. 44-46' CHRISTMAS FASHION FANTASY, Thursday, November 16. 1995, 7:30 p.m.. South Huron Recreation Centre. Admission 57.00 plus a non-perishable food item. Pro- ceeds to Huron County Christmas Bureau. Sponsored by Bank of Montreal employees. 45,46c TENTH ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE at Thea's Dried Flowercrafts. Arrangements, wreaths, swags and Christmas decorations made from homegrown flowers and herbs. Saturday. November 18 and Sunday. November 19, from 1-5 p.m. Tum east in Hensall intersection Highway 4 and 84. Go to Y in road, tum left, next right, third farm on left. Thea Wisch, RR 2 Kippen. Phone 263-2206. 46' BAZAAR to be held in Trivitt Memorial Parish Hall on Saturday. November 18 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Home baking. mincemeat. deli. crafts. tea room. 44.45.(46)' CHRISTMAS VILLAGE FAIR, Russeldak, Saturday. November 18, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, November 19. 12 noon to S p.m. Gifts for everyone. Lunch booth. Ad- mission. gifts to charity. 45.46c COUNTRY CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE featuring wood crafts by Kelly Brintnell, crafts and specialty items from Victorian Country, Mary Kay Cosmetics and Colesce Loungewear, November 18. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and November 19, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.. at Bruce and Betty Thomson's 1 1/4 milts west of Hensel!. then 13/4 miles north on Con- cession 2. Call 263-5072. Everyone welcome. 46' SINGLES DANCE, Sunday, November 19 at the Wingham Legion Hall. Dancing from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Music by The Westemaires. No blue jeans please. 46 SNOWFLAKE BAZAAR, November 25. Lucan United Church. 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Hol noon lunch, home baking, crafts, quilts. Jam and pickles, children's table. 4S -47c MID -WESTERN ONTARIO Farm Toy, doll, miniatures, crafts, sports cards Show and Sale. Saturday, December 2. from 12 to 5 p.m.; Sunday. December 3. 10 to 4:30. Admission 53.00 for 10 and over. at Seaforth Agriplex, High School and Seaforth Are- na. 46,47 CHRISTMAS PAGEANT, Exeter United Church, December 3. 1995. 7:30 p.m. Come and celebrate the miracle of Jesus' birth. 45,46,47c THE CHRISTMAS TRADITION of Munay's Christmas House is open every day until December 23, 10 am. to 4:30. You've seat us on T.V. and read about us. Please don't miss all our fabulous exciting and unique gifts and decorating ideas, tour 10 excit- ing rooms. Experience the ultimate Christmas. Treat yourself. your family, and all of your friends. Don't delay, come today! Ten per cent off every purchase. 50 per ant off select merchandise. 7304 Richmond St., Arkona, 519.828.3398 or 1-800-575-1974. 44-48• cember 5 at the Masonic Hall. Information was given by Presi dent Brenda Hennesey on the so- rority convention which will be held at the Radison Hotel in Lon- don from May 31 to June 2. Pat Fletcher showed a picture of the Banglasdesh child, Dhenebe- len, whom the sorority supports through the organization, Families for Children. The hostess showed a video, Against All Odds, telling how the Shriners help children who suffer form burns or need orthopedic help. The video followed two chil- dren into adulthood and depicted how the Shriner hospitals met their needs. There is one hospital in Canada and over 20 in the USA. The group also viewed two har- ness races at Woodstock and Lon- don showing the Amos's horses winning at the tncck. The Ways and Means Commit- tee conducted a draw for the soror- ity cookbooks which were won by Elaine Bogart and Elsie Witteveen. Refreshments were served by the hostess assisted by Elsie Witte - %Ten. Times -Advocate, November 15, 1995 Page 27 Rain affects Remembrance service The service was held indoors because of the bad weather. Muriel Lewis GRANTON - A Remembrance Day service was conducted by the Lucan Legion on Saturday, Novem- ber 11 at 12:30 at the former St. Thomas Anglican Church instead of at the cenotaph because of the rain. Wreaths were laid for the Province of Ontario by MPP Bruce Smith, for the Unknown Soldier by Ann Craig, for Branch 540 by Gor- don Clubb, for the Ladies Auxiliary by Jenny Bolus and for the Granton United Church by Nora Wissel. Pastor Normalie Voakes spoke briefly and led in prayer. Several Granton WI members at- tended the social afternoon spon- sored by Clandeboye Women's In- stitute on Tuesday, November 7 at St. Jaynes Parish Hall. Over 500 attended the annual beef supper at the Granton United Church on Wednesday evening, November 8 in spite of the unfavor- able weather conditions. Nora Wissel and Muriel Lewis enjoyed a bus trip on Wednesday, November 8 to see Sunset Blvd. at the Ford Centre for the Performing Arts in Toronto. At the Granton United Church on Sunday, " Pastor Normalie Voakes entitled her sermon 'The Big Pic- ture' based on the lessons from Haggai 1 and 2, 1I Thessalonians 2 and Luke 20. In conclusion each one should strive to rebuild their identity as the redeemed people of God. Marilyn Humphrey led the Psalm and the anthem by the choir was 'There's a Voice in the Wild- erness'. Following the service, eve- ryone enjoyed the "Souper' lunch served by UCW Unit 2. UCW Unit two met at Heather Ben- ner's home on Monday evening, November 6. A highlight of the program was a craft demonstration of a gift bag out of wall paper by three girls from the Blanshard Rec- reational Committee. President Nancy Mills led the business discussion when the apple pie project was assessed and fur- ther plans were made for the soup and sandwich luncheon on Sunday. The mitten tree at the General UCW in December was also men- tioned. Officers for 1996 will be: Presi- dent Sherri McRobert, Secretary Pam Hayes, Treasurer Nancy Mills, Sunshine Penny McRobert, and Social convener Debbie Tole. The group will have dinner out in December in place of a meeting. Hostess Heather Benner served re- freshments. 4.11 • On Thursday, November 9 the Kountry Kickers gathered at the home of leader Margaret Bryan for the third meeting on Country Line Dancing. President Shannon O'Shea opened with the 4-H pledge and the roll call was answered by naming radio stations that play mostly country music. Krystal Harrigan's title page was chosen as the best. Then, the group listened to a coun- try song by Garth Brooks titled 'We Shall Be Free' and were asked what it was about and what musical instruments were heard in the ac- companiment. The previous dances were re- viewed and a new step learned called the cowboy. Refreshments were served by Krystal Harrigan and Gemma VandenBerg and the meeting was closed with the 4-H motto. Mar) Mcllhargey was the secre- tary and reporter. Euchre games planned in Shipka The party is planned for tonight, Wednes- day. Annie Morenz SHIPKA - Relatives and friends from the Shipka area attended the wedding of Clark Adams, son of Don and Elizabeth Adams, to Vic- toria Poole, daughter of Alana and Paul Warwick of Meaford, at the Church Restaurant in Stratford, on November 4. The bridesmaid was Nancy Poole, sister of the bride, and the best man was Mark Adams, of Calgary, Alberta. Minister offi- ciating was Rev. Robert Peebles, of Exeter. Following a supper for more than 100 guests, a dance reception was held. Both Clark and Victoria are chefs in Stratford. They travelled to Banff for their honeymoon. Euchre There will be a euchre party to- night, Wednesday, at Shipka Community Centre at 8 p.m. Personals Rachel Turner of London, re- cently spent a few holidays with her grandparents, Earl and June Rader. Mark Adams of Calgary, Alber- ta, spent a week's holidays in On- tario, with his parents, family and friends and to attend brother Clark's wedding. Alberdina Westerhof, who spent a month in Canada visiting her sister-in-law Annie Zielman, oth- er relatives and friends, returned home to Dalfsen, Holland on No- vember 2. Suzanne and Otto Plein, and family of Elmira visited recently ,with her parents Ferman and Le- ota Snyder. Melvin and Gertie Stade re- turned home recently from a 10 - day holiday. They travelled by. Greyhound bus to Melville, Sas- katchewan, where they attended the 40th wedding anniversary for their sister and brother-in-law Hilda and Russel Miller with a dinner at the Classic Inn for 50 relatives and friends who came from near and far. They encountered snow in var- ious places and were eight hours late arriving hack in London. They reported having a good time. Get well wishes to Earl Ratz, who has been hospitalized. Several people in Shipka spent a couple of hours with a coal oil lamp Saturday night during the hydro blackout. 1 The Area's Lamest New Years Eve Party. Live entertainment with Positively Stompin Midnight lunch and party favors • 1 Huron Park Rec Centre Tickets only $15. each. For information or tickets ertll 519-228-6691. Don't delay- get your tickets today! Bud's Driving School St. Marys, Ontario PRE -REGISTRATION for Evening Classes Beginning November 21 at St. Marys D.C. & V.I. & November 22 After School Classes at S.H.D.H.S. NEW DRIVERS OF ALL AGES 25 Hours Classroom, 101lours In -Car Training Private or Group In -Car Available D.S.A.O. Insurance Certificate and Reduction level 1 to 8 Months upon successful Completion of Full Course To Register Call (519) 284-3348 4; ,c, i 4►-.-� Om ) Erb's Country EE Kitchen 16 Main St, ZURICH , 236-4812 Hi• rili Ira „4 Book Your Christmas Party Now Need a QNr? Give a Gift Certificate from Erb's Country Kitchen Deoensber Feature on Sunday Smorgasbord TRAdiTIONAL ChRISTMAS DINNER with our own homemade Christmas Pudding Hours: 6:30 a.m.. 8 p.m. Mon. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sunday Brunch 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Sunday Smorgasbord .uosesimpo Under LLB.O. Reservations ,Recommended -Erra. • 41111. 1 b 4 1/ Gordon Clubb and Ginny Bollls wait for the Remembrance Day Service to begin at the Lucan Community Centre on Friday. Blddulph students wait anxiously at the Lucan Community Centre for Friday's Remembrance Day Service to begin. SAVE THIS PAPER SAVE ALL YOUR • PAPER Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers of the First Exeter Scouts will pick up paper at your doorstep for a fundraising PAPER DRIVE SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18th, beginning 9:OOam. Help us to meet our goal of SAVING 150 TREES! For information call 235-0529 or 228-7121. In co-operation with the Town of Exeter and Bluewo'er Recycling.