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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1978-02-09, Page 7• • Figure skating club news This past Saturday Shawn Lester passed the beginner's badge and the stroking badge. Congratulations, Shawn. The Canadian Figure Skating Championships competition was held this past weekend in Victoria, B. C. The ultimate dream of a competitive skater is to be entered in "the Canadians". Every competitor puts a great deal of time and' effort into reaching that pinnacle. It isn't always the rich man's son or daughter that makes it that far either. Some who have reached those heights have scrimped and saved in other areas of their life in order to provide the resources for lessons and travel. Several young people from Western Ontario went to the Canadians. Lorri and Sherri Baier of Mitchell; Lloyd Eisler, Seaforth; Kevin Hicks, Windsor; Blaine Moore and Carol Wheeler,, Wingha-m plus others. Aha, you say, where's Clinton? Well, we do have some talented skaters who skate eight hours a week with our club and about four hours at Vanastra. That's 12 hours a week at the most. If they started now skating 40 hours a week for a year they could possibly have a good chance next year of being in the winning circle of the sectional competitions which lead up to the Canadians. However, we think they're skating quite well for a small club like ours and we're proud of them! No doubt the above men- tioned people do skate at least 40 hours 'a week. Although the Baier sisters' home is Mit- chell, they skate with the Preston club. Same for the Eisler boy whose home is Seaforth. Small town skating clubs have to decide whether to spend their time developing the skills of the skaters and preparing them for com- petition or some clubs feel the time is better spent in presenting a big ice carnival each year. This year is Mitchell's club's 25th anniversary and as a special attraction at their ice show coming up next week, they will have as their guest skaters, Mitchell's own Baier sisters and their par- tners. In the "Canadians", 14 - year -old Lorri Baier came first in novice ladies' and second with partner Lloyd Eisler, Seaforth in junior pairs. 15 -year-old Sherri Baier came first with her partner Robin Cowan of Waterloo in senior pairs. That's a very impressive guest list and home grown at that. I'll bet the whole town goes out to meet them. For this year anyway, the Clinton club will have to be satisfied with the dream of success at our interclub competition on March 5 at Go,derich. As well as the teams mentioned in last week's column another team has also been entered in the junior men's free style competition. They are Robert Dupee, Steven Preszcator and Jim Crawford. Best of luck, boys, we're delighted to have you representing the boys of our club. In the junior ladies' free style category, Erica Lyons has withdrawn and Judy Johnston will skate in her place. Seaforth curling news A mixed rink from the Seaforth Curling Club won the Spinrite trophy in Listowel on Saturday. Curling in the spiel were Bill Campbell, Gwen Patterson, John Patterson and Irma Pryce. The Junior Curlers held a very successful Fun Day on Sunday at the Club. They played two six -end games. The first game included a variety of changes that added zo the fun. The second end of the game was skipped by the leads; the fourth end saw the skips switch to their opposition's team; and the sixth end was played with no sweeping allowed. The second game of the afternoon was a serious game and all scores were very close. Winning first prize, which had been . donated by the Deightons, was the team skipped by Dick Robinson, with Vicki Ste. Marie, Brad Rice and Peter Underwood. Second prize went to David Underwood with Susan Primeau, Steve Hildebrand and Dave Vincent. Third prize was won by David Ste. -Marie, with Noreen Primeau Mary Lynn Glew and Brad Cowan. The "Good Sport Award" went, to Patricia Rimmer. The Bonspiel Committee hosted a successful Farmer's Mixed Spiel on Wednesday. The results were not •available at press time. ThX Rowcliffe Spiel on February 18 is- filled. There are two more Spiels coming • up in March; a Farmer's Open on March 1 and the Fleming Feed Mills Mixed Open on March 11. Keep in Mind the Open House for Ned Boswell at the club on Saturday, February llth. Ramblings from. • from page 6 third place spot. Prima Daisy was a winner in 2:11.3 for owners John Bettke of Elmira and Roy B. 'Bayriham of Kippen with Jack Marshall on the bike. The seven-year-old mare by Don Parker -Lottie Adios took a new record. of 2:05.4 last year. From 33 starts she had six wins, six seconds and five thirds, for earnings of $3,682. Bruce Volland of Goderich was fifth with his Miss Chatterbox. Larry Daw of Clinton and Claude Daw of Mississauga have purchased Metric Time, a three-year-old gelding by Record Time -Maisie Belle, from Norm Brooks of Ker - wood. He is currently in the Tom Strauss Stable at Greenwood. Metric Time is a half-brother to Tar Daw Duke that was claimed from Larry and his father on December 26. Larry reports that Tar DawDuke has been claimed from Ernie Spruce of Rexdale in his' second start at the Meadowlands in New Jersey. Voicings from Vanastra By Meryl Thomas Vanastra Public School The Vanastra Public School has been putting out a monthly newsletter to the parents in Vanastra 'with all the activities of the different grades. Some of the past news from Vanastra Public School which should be of interest' to everyone are: The school won first prize in the Goderich Santa Claus Parade with their float "Yogi Bear's Christmas." They will be showing a video tape of the parade during Education Week if you are interested in seeing it. The Vanastra Public School Choir was the only Junior Choir to be broadcast on CKNX this year. Some of the up and coming events at Vanastra Public School are a field trip to,a real farm for the rade 3-4s, and the grade 5-6s are taking a bush trip in Colborne town- ship. The week of February 5- 11 is White Cane Week at the school. Volleyball has also begun for those interested in this sport. The' school is asking for donations of old Wintario tickets to purchase Canadian books and magazines. If you have any old tickets and you would like to see them used for such a worthy cause, please drop them off at the school. Resource Centre On Thursday, February 2, there was a good turnout for the publit—rrreeting. Mr. Arch Andrews, M.S.W., from the Huron Centre for Children and Youth, was the guest speaker. Many people from the community came out for the seminar on "Child Rearing and the Importance of the Family", also at- tending were members of the steering committee and staff of the Resource Centre. Following the presentation by Mr. Andrews, there was an open discussion about the everyday problems of child rearing. A babysitting ser- vice was provided for this event. This Thursday, February 9, there will be no public meeting as staff and board members meet. On Thursday February 16th, Mr. John Penn, director of Family and Children's Services, will present a seminar 'on "Child Behaviour Management." A film will be included in this presentation. Due to many requests, Mr. Arch Andrews will return on Wednesday Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. for an evening session. Exercise and nutrition club Vanastra's new exercise and nutrition club held its second meeting on Monday, January 30. It was decided that the club be called the Vanastra Calorie Counters. Six new members were welcomed. The club's format is broken down into two parts. Every Monday night at 7 p.m. the. group assembles for "weigh-in" and a 45 minute discussion on nutrition. Last week the club discussed Canada's Food Guide and its relation to meal planning. Next week they will begin the program in earnest with a discussion of "food diaries" and the cause and effect factors found in obesity. The Vanastra Calorie Counters feel that a properly balanced diet is just as important as exercise. The remainder of the weekly meetings is devoted to physical fitness. Yoga is incorporated into the regular exercise program. Because of the demand for these exer- cises, they have begun a Wednesday Morning Exer- cise Club at the Church from 10-11 a.m. Please feel free to attend and babysitting services are provided. The Club is very proud of the lively interest and determination shown by the members and with these qualities on their side the group will be assured of success in their goals. Teen Club The Teen Club met on Friday, February 3rd at 7 p.m. at the church. Twenty teens were present. The executive called the meeting to order and the minutes were read by the Secretary. The Treasurer collected dues, which are 25 cents, and general business was then discussed. Various activities' such a§ cards, games, and listening to music occupied the teens until 9 p.m. Everyone then went to the arena here at Vanastra for free skating until 10 p.m. The teens would like to thank Mr. Fred Moore for the use of the arena. The Teen Club is looking for ways to raise money for club activities and would welcome any suggestions. Mini -Teen Club' The first meeting of the Mini -Teen Club was held on Wednesday February 1st at the Resource Centre. It was decided to call the club "The Mustangs" In the future the Mustangs will meet on Fridays after school until 5 p.m. Twenty- three children were present at the first meeting and the following executive was elected: president, Brian Floyd; vice president, Robbie Brunault; secretary, Murray Floyd; and treasurer, Jen- nifer Plumbsteel., Forty-five minutes of ac- tivities were enjoyed by all the youngsters present. An invitation is extended to all children aged 8-11 years to come and join the fun. Guides For the past three weeks, all the girls have been working very hard on their First Aid Badge. Mrs. Jeacock has been teaching the Guides basic first aid and will be testing them at the next meeting. Last Thursday's meeting consisted of roll call, in- spection, games, and cam- pfire. The Guide Captain showed the girls pictures of her recent trip to Florida as well as some objects of in- terest that she brought back. On March 4, the girls will be going on a trip to Toronto to see Casa Loma and the C.N. Tower. Cubs and Scouts The Vanastra Cub Pack is planning a winter hike for Saturday February 11. They will leave the Recreation Centre at 9 a.m. and return at approximately 3 p.m. The boys will be cooking their own Vanastra news This past Sunday, the sermon was on the section of the Apostle's - Creed, "I believe in the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting." This coming Sunday, Bible study will be at 8 p.m. at Boersma's study materials As the regular season draws to a close, the Listowel Cyclones have gained in power, and overcame the Central Junior "C" league leading Clinton Mustangs twice last week, 4-3 and 5-3. Here Steve Cook, left, (partially hidden) raises his stick in victory after a goal was scored on Listowel last Wednesday night. (News -Record photo) JOIN THE CROWD on the book of Revelation will be handed out after church, which will be at 11 a.m. as f usual. We are. grateful for several flew faces in Sunday School the last few Sundays. Newcomers are always welcome at 10 a.m. "TAKE A HOLIDAY HOME WITH YOU" CONTEST You could win a Wardair / Intervac holiday for two in Hawaii To enter, complete this entry form and deposit it in the ballot box on display in this store. NAME (PLEASE PPINT) STREET AFT. NO CITY -. PROVINCE POSTAL CODE__ PHONE NO. • Inglis is offering special prices on some applian- ces until February 24, 1978. SAVE UP TO $60.00 Bring in your entry form and ask about these special prices. HAROLD WISE LTD. 262 BAYFIEID RD.. CLINTON 482-7062 i FLORIDA'S SECLUDED OCEANFRONT RESORT ON HUTCHINSON ISLAND You want an unhurried and relaxing vacation. yet still want to enjoy an active resort atmosphere. Visit Indian River Plantation Resort. You'll enjoy peaceful Hutchinson Island with secluded beaches, exotic nature and all the facilitiesyou'd expect in an exciting resort ... golf, tennis, swimming, fishing. sailing and just plain relaxing. • Challenging Executive Golf Course • 11 Har -Tru Professional Clay Tennis Courts (5 lit) • The Porch Restaurant and E3ar • Swimming Pool (Expansive/Heated) • All Accommodations Are Fully Equipped Oceanfront Resort Apartments • Complete Hotel Service. Major airlines serve Palm Beach International Airport (45 miles south) where limousine, taxi or rental car service is available, or private jets may land at Stuart Airport. just minutes away from the Plantation. Discover all that Indian River Plantation has for you. Contact our resort office by calling (305) 286-3700 or write 385 N.E. Plantation Road, Hutchinson Island, Stuart, Florida 33494. Jack Snyder, Vice President/General Manager ♦.,rlr. I..,m, CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, THURSDAY lunch and are asked to bring two hot dogs and buns. Hot chocolate will be provided. Would the parents please make sure their son is dressed warmly and h'I. an extra pair of socks and mitts. The father and son banquet for all Cubs and Scouts will be held on February 20 at 7 p.m. at the Recreation Centre. The guest speaker Mr. Neil Elson from fhe. Maitland Con- servation Authority will also be giving a slide presentation. At their last meeting the Cubs were involved in an outside activity which con- sisted of finding the names of all the streets at Vanastra. Future plans include a tobogganning party for the boys. The Scout Troop will also be going on a winter hike on February 12. The Scouts are to meet at the Recreation Centre at 9 a.m. and are to bring a foil dinner which they will cook there. The boys are reminded to dress warmly and bring along extra socks and mitts. Day Nursery In January, the Tucker - smith Day Nursery had three n'ew registrations which brings the enrolment up to 28. At the present time, there is 15 to 17 children attending the Day Nursery each day. These children come from quite a wide area. There is one child enrolled from McKillop Township, three from Bayfield, two from Hullett Township, two from Clinton, one from Goderich Township and two from Seaforth. The remaining 17 attend from Tuckersmith Township Including Vanastra. In the past, children have enrolled from Goderich, Blyth,, Hay Township, Stanley Township, Colborne Township, Usborne Township and Hensall. Seven of the children are now taking part in swimming lessons once a week in the indoor pool located in the Recreation Centre. The lessons held each Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. help to remove a child's fear of water and teach him to respect it. All the children use water - wings while in the pool. A child who is apprehensive at first soon gains confidence and enjoys his, time in the wa-ter and looks forward to / l , FEBRUARY 9, 1978—PAGE 7 his next lesson when he can once again go swimming with his friends. Some of the children have become 'so adapted to the water that they can jump in off the side or even go off the diving board into the pool. Swimming is such an ex- cellent exercise and especially good for co- ordination. Anyone requiring in- formation about the Day Nursery may call 482-7647 or drop in for a visit to see us in action ant the Vanastra Recreation Centre. CLINTON SENIOR SOCCER CLUB Persons interested in playing with the Clinton Senior Soccer Club in the London & District Third Division During 1978, please com- plete this coupon... 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