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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1978-06-15, Page 21v VANASTRIA the c ByMerylThomas � voice � New Guides, Brownies enrolled On Wednesday, June 7, the Vanastra Brownies and Guides held a father and daughter barbecue in conjunction with an enrollment ceremony. Before the barbecue began, Mrs. Velma Lewis, Brown Owl, enrolled three Brownies, Kerri Dunsmore, Jen- nifer Hidgins, and Pamela Brownridge. Mrs. Diane Ryan, who will be Brown Owl next year, assisted with the ceremony. Three guides were also enrolled by the Captain Mrs. Thomas. These girls were Darlene Smith, Lynne McFadden and Karen Gonie. Some of the Guides received badges that they had earned these past two months. Tina Jeffrey and Penny Lewis, on behalf of the Guides and Brownies, presented a gift to Reverend Boersma to show their appreciation for everything that he had done for them these past years. With the conclusion of the ceremonies, Alex Jeffrey consented to cook hot dogs for everyone. It is hoped that the barbecue will be an annual event. Seven guides from Vanastra took part in a backyard camp on June Sharon's • recipe corner Strawberry Shortcake 1 qt. fresh stawberries 1 cup sugar 2 cups all purpose flour 2 tbsp. sugar 3 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt one third cup shortening butter or margarine light cream or sweetened whipped cream. Slice Strawberries, sprinkle with 1 cup sugar. Let sand for one hour. Heat oven to 450 degrees. Grease round layer pan 8 x 11/2". Measure flour 2tbsp. sugar, the baking powder, and salt into bowl. Cut in shorteniing thoroughly until mixture looks like meal. Stir in milk just until blended. Pat into pan. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Split shortcake while warm. Spread with butter, fill and top with berries. Serve warm with cream. Orange drink 2 cups boiling water 2 tea bags Steep, remove tea bags, and add: 2 cups sugar, dissolve and add: 1 48 oz. tin pure orange juice 1 hoz. tin of lemon juice 2 qts. ice water Strawberry Jam Wash and hull ripe strawberries to measure 8 cups (about 4 quart boxes) In a preserving kettle alternate layers of strawberries with 8 cups of sugar. Let stand for two hours. Place over high heat and bring to a boil uncovering for five minutes, stirring oc- casionally. Add % cup lemon juice. Mix well and boil for five minutes longer or until mixture reaches jam stage. Remove from heat. Stir and skim by turns for five minutes. Ladle into preparted glasses. Seal, cool and cover. Nursery school over The mothers of the Vanastra Nursery School children would like to thank Diane Ryan, Sandy McLaughlin, June Jeacock and assistants for their endeavours and interest in the 1977-78 classes. Special thanks to Diane for her extra efforts in co- ordinating an enjoyable school trip to Storybook Gardens and the memorable graduation a ceremonies last Thur- sday. 9, 10 and 11 to earn their backyard camper • and cooks badge. On Friday evening the girls set up the camp and then conducted a campfire and wiener roast. Saturday found them going on a hike into the bush where they spent the day. While there, the girls learned how to build a fire and cook their dinner wrapped in foil. They also learned hoW to square lash, handle a knife and axe properly, and they followed a trail through the bush. Many of the girls collected objects of interest such as bloodroot and fungi to take back home. At approximately three o'clock the girls returned to camp where after a short rest they prepared supper. After supper theirls did some crafts and ended the evening with campfire. On Sunday the Guides attended church, and finished their crafts. After lunch they struck camp and • when everything was packed away everyone went swimming. The Guides of Vanastra would like to thank the Clinton Guide Co. for the loan of their new tent; without their generosity this weekend camp would not have been possible. Teen club entertains On Friday June 9 the teens had a regular meeting at the church. They entertained at Heather Gardens from 7:30 to 9 p.m. This is a monthly project. The Vanastra Teens hope to have a monthly "bir- thday party" for the residents. This month they played bingo and after had a birthday luncheon complete with cake and gifts. Many thanks to. Mrs. Haskett for all her cheerful. assistance. There will be no meeting of the Vanastra Teen Club, June 16, so the next meeting will be at the church on June 23, the last for this season. A special invitation is extended to any of the Vanstra young people who would like to go to the Blue Jays baseball game Friday, June 30. Please register by phoning the Resource Centre at 482-7972 from 9- 5 pm weekdays. Public school busy Coming events include: Thursday June 15, class trip (Mr. McConnells) Goderich Museum and airport; Thursday June 22, class trip (Mrs. Maloney and Mrs. Smiths) Grand Bend Zoo; Tuesday June 27, class trip (Mrs. Brooks and Mrs. Pepper, Mr. Ross) Goderich Museum, Grand Bend Zoo; Wed- nesday June 29, and A parade's not really a parade without a clown and other funny looking characters. This fellow lived up to everyone's expectations as he bounced along the parade route during the Clinton Spring Fair's weekend activities. (News -Record photo) Friday Tune 30, professional activity days. Field day was held Thursday May 25 and Friday May 26, cham- pions were: intermediate boys, Ken Einbodea; junior boys, Allan Bonte- Gelok; midget boys, Keith Hurman; in- termediate girls, Faith Drake; junior girls, Luanne Morden; midget girls, Lynne McFadden. Social news On June 7, a baby 'shower was held for Sandra McLachlan by Mrs. Diane Ryan at 10 Toronto Blvd. Vanastra. As well as friends and neighbours, Mrs. McLachlans mother, Grace McNichol, and sisters -in-laws, Kathy and Colleen McNichol from Blyth *ere in at- tendance. After playing a few games led by Sadie Shepherd and Meryl Thomas, Sandra opened her many gifts. The evening ended with a delicious lunch served by Diane Ryan, Sadie Shepherd and June Jeacock. Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Riley and family recently moved back to Vanastra. Resource centre news Have you got your ticket for our "Neigh- bourhood 50's dance" on June 16 at the Vanastra Recreation Centre? If nots, tickets are still available and will be sold at the door. See you there! Did you know that we now have a bill board located in front of the Recreation Centre? If anyone has any an- nouncements they would like put up, please let us know 482-7972. Al Sinclair will be at the Resource Centre June 28 at 7:30 pm to speak on the ministry of culture and recreation course on Community Development and Leadership training program. Women together group will be meeting July 5 at 1 pm. We hope all women in Vanastra will try and make it out Mustangs plan final party The Vanastra Mustangs held their regualr meeting at the Church on Friday at 4 pm. The special project was a gift for Father's Day. The next meeting will be June 23. The Mustangs are planning a P M OEY 3ufle8th small party for the last meeting of the season. A special invitation is extended to any of the Vanastra young who would like to go to the Blue Jays baseball game Friday, June 30. Please register by phoning the Resource Centre at 482- 7972 weekdays from 9-5 pm. One way pro golfers get rich is by having more irons in the fire than in their golf bags. , We have very special gifts for that very special father SPORT SHIRTS * KNIT SHIRTS SLACKS * GOLF JACKETS BELTS * SOCKS * TIES GIFT CERTIFICATES t. 1 HERMAN'S WEAR Albert St., Clinton 482-9351 CLINTQNEWS-RECORD, THURSDAY, JUNE 15, 1978 -PAGE IA Graduation ceremonies of the Vanastra Nursery School were held last week at the church. Those children leaving for kindergarten are, front r , left to right, Patricia Key, Sandy Ryan, Susan Ryan, and Paula Jeaco*; Back row are Jeremy Boersma, Toby St. Lois, Sean Kyle, Kelli Jerome, i arrell Smith, and Debra Heron. (News -Record photo) Fireworks committee finances The committee is made up of one member from each of the following organizations: Vanastra Community Association, Vanastra and District Lions Club and Vanastra Resource Centre. It has been proposed that half of the total monies realized from the fireworks display should go to the baseball diamond fund and half to the fireworks fund for 1979. This money is to be held in a separate trust fund. The money realized from the display on May 22, 1978 is as follows: $46.17 remaining in the fund 1977; $187.00 raised from collections on May 22 and $77.31 from the sale of food at the booth on May 22. Total $310.48. Maitland and the 16th By Milena Lobb Seventeen members and one visitor met at the home of Roba Lobb on June 7 for a "potluck" lunch. President Milena Lobb opened the meeting with a poem "Life on My Farm" followed by the creed and the Lord', Prayer. Roll call was answered with "A memory of helping Dad on the Farm." Roba Lobb read the minutes of the May meeting and Norene Tebbutt gave the treasurer's report. The `social committee will hold a meeting to make arangements for the annual picnic. The September meeting will be held at Milena Lobb's home. Several' of the ladies then went to Goderich and toured the Huron County Museum. For many it was the first time they had been to the Museum and needless to say it was a very worthwhile trip. Personals Congratulations to Herb and Faye Oakes on the arrival of a son. We are sorry to report that Sylvia Forbes is still a patient in London's University Hospital. I must apologize to Doug Feagan for taking time out to write about their trip to Texas. I am sorry this was not printed in the paper. I felt it was a very interesting account of the 30 days spent in that part of the USA. William Gerald Lobb, son of Mr. and Mrs. William F. Lobb, graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University on May 28 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. What's your opinion of your hometown paper? Reviewing the content of The Clinton News -Record is an ongoing process, one which is necessary if you are to receive the best possible community newspaper in this area. It is absolutely essen- tial that the News -Record staff knows your opinion. At the present time, an intensive readership survey is underway in the community conducted in a professional manner by telephone. You may already have been contacted, or you may be called soon. Whether you have been called or not, the staff of News -Record would be appreciative if you would complete this mini -survey and return it to: Jim Fitzgerald, Editor Clinton News -Record Box 89, Clinton, Ont. NOM 1L0 Thanks for your help. The News: 1. How would you rate coverage of local news events? very good good fair 2. Would you like to see more coverage given to: Yes Clinton Town Council, municipal news Hullett Township Goderich Township Stanley Township Tuckersmith Township Bayfield, Auburn Londesboro, Vanastra Kippen Hensall Varna, County government School board and education Police work Court news Politics Hospitals and Health Farm poor No The Sports: 1. How would you rate coverage of the district sports events? very good good fair poor 2. Keeping in rnind that the News -Record is a community newspaper, what else would you like to read about in the sports sec- tion? 2. What business oriented columns would be of interest to you? 3. Name your favorite participation sport 4. Name your favorite spectator sport What is Missing? 1. Would you enjoy? a horoscope column a crossword puzzle a cooking column Yes No More on cultural activities (Music, Art, Theatre, Books etc.)? a do-it-yourself corner a garden column 2. Would you like to see more features on? fcheck no more than three) spouts people fashion farm foods artists theatre education Health_ kids municipal figures church community affairs 3. If you could add anything to the News -Record, what would it be? 4. If you could take anything out of the News -Record, what would ft beg In General: 1. How often do you read The Clinton News -Record? every week every other week once a month 2. 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