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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1987-05-27, Page 9Grade 1 learns about machinery The Vanastra Voice VANASTRA - The Grade One class has been talking about machinery and crops on the farm. The whole school worked on a farm unit last week. They went to various groups for three days with volunteer presenters talking about different methods and products on the A farm.. The Kindergarten class has been taking a farm unit for the past week. They have been learning about farm animals and farm machinery. They also joined other grades and did activities. One of their activities was a trip to Vincents Farm Machinery in Seaforth. There they looked at and talked about farm machinery. The students enjoyed such things as sausage making, tasting, touching, puppets, music and other crafts. Presenters for the Farm Unit came from the community, administration office, and several school board members. There was also a drama enrichment unit last week and three students from Vanastra went to Clinton Public School. Mr. Warren Robinson co-ordinated the activities along with Mrs. Pletsch. They enjoyed presenting Darren and Lindsey Bartliff, Esther and Nikki Gerrits were at the Clinton Co-operative five of Robert Munsch's stories. Nursery School's garage sale on May 23. Although the sky looked like rain, the garage Ten kids from Vanastra also went to the sale went as scheduled. IAnne Narejko photo) Huron County Author's Day in Goderich, where they enjoyed listening to Owen Whilsmith, a local author, and sharing their books with other students. For the past week the Grade Sevens were working on the float for the Klompen Feest. It is about the Farm Unit the whole school has been working on. Hensall United has new service approach A new approach to Sunday Worship was held at Hensall United Church on Sunday, May 24. In the absence of George Cowan, the pupils and teachers of the Sunday School led the service. Their theme was Your Talents and in the half-hour before the service various pupils entertained with piano solos, singing and dancing. Those displaying their talents were Amy Campbell. Janine Hayter, Jamie Brock, Diane Stebbins, Louise Wood, Richelle Elder, .Janine, Jennifer and Jodie M1Gee, Heather Wood, Daniel Lambert, Kim Scotchmer. Mindy Bell, Victoria Bisback, Terri -Lynn Elder, Kari -Sue Kyle and Derrick McGee. During the service. the 24 -voice .Junior Choir sang -God Made These for us to Love," and 'Es, erybod) ('once and Sing" led by 'Mrs. Wood at the piano. Belva Fuss sane; a solo, '1 Forgive," accompanied by Jean Jacobe. Mrs. Fuss also played the organ for the service. Pat Campbell spoke to the children about what talents were. before they went to classes. Elaine Corbett gave the an- nouncements and led in the Prayer of Con- fession and the Pastoral Prayer. Flowers at the front of the church were in loving meniory 01 Ken Aikenhead. • Gail Reid read the first scripture reading and Pam Maillette read the second and^ delivered the sermon. She too talked about the talents God has given each of us and spoke of all of the past dedication that the leaders of the church have shown. Glen Hayter conducted the.service, Joan Corbett gave the Call to Worship, and Sheila Corbett led the Prayer of Approach. Glen closed the Worship with prayer. Ernie Chip - chase was at the front door to welcome wor- shippers and ushers were Hans Gerstenkorn, Mark Consitt, John Thomson and Steve Corbett. SHUFFLEBOARD SCORES Shuffleboard scores for Thursday May 21 were - Ladies high; Pearl McKnight 349, Gertie Moir 32.3, Eileen Dawson, 297. Men's high scores; John Consitt 385, Walter Spencer 367, Alf Ross 358. ELECTION TIME Nominations are now being hely the Venturer, Scout, Cub and Beaver's Group Committee. To make nominations for Chair- man, Vice -Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer. Call Tammy Preszcato at 262-2519 no later than May 29. Electionnss ill be held on June 4. visitors attend Summerhill Ladies' Club meeting SFIMMEHHII,I. - Vie May meeting of the Summerhill Ladies Club was held at the home of Verna Glhbings F'hy Ills Tyndall opened the meeting with a poem and welcomed everyone to the meeting The roll call was answered by 15 members Two visitors were present. A thank you was received from the Aux- iliary to the (linton Public Hospital for the donation towards the vanishing parties Donations were given from the club to Family Children Services and Clinton Public Hospital Building Fund Congratulations were extended to Gladis VanEgmond. a member of the club, who received a silver trillium shaped pin for the 10 years of service she has given to the Van Egmond Foundation. The ceremony was held in Owen Sound. The raffle for the day was won by Marionne Colclough. The program for the meeting included a reading by Jane Van Spengen. Phyllis Tyn- dall gave a reading from a book written by Harry Baker of Bayfield. Gladis Van Eg- mond played a musical selection on her keyboard. The next club meeting will be held June 10 at Hazel Watkins at 8:30 p.m. Those on lunch and program are .Joanne Solverda, Jean Vodden and Joy Vodden. A lunch was served and a social time held. School holds sweater day By Maureen Dunsmore VANASTRA — The last two weeks have been busy and exciting for the students of the Vanastra Public School. The school held a hockey sweater day about two weeks ago. This was the conclu- sion to learning about a number of the hockey teams. The children were treated to a special visit with Dave Shaw of the Quebec Nordiques. Dave left one of his hockey sticks and the school w', ' raffling it off. The school also tg t .. ilhd . place with their float in the Kl t pen eest Parade. On Monday of this week, the Grade 7 class travelled to Midland to tour St. Marie Among the Hurons. And on Tuesday the school held a Fitness Day. The students did different exercises, and also learned how hard it is for disabled people to exercise. They borrowed some wheelchairs and walkers and had to do ex- cerises with these. A good experience for the students. Vanastra Lioness News The monthly business meeting of the Vanastra Lioness Club was held on May 21. At this meeting the club made its annual donations. The Lady Diana Nursery receiv- ed a donation of $550, Tuckersmith Day Care, $100, Vanastra Recreation Centre $200. The Vanastra Public School received a $500 donation towards the purchase of a computer plus $50 to buy treats for their play day. It has been a busy year for the Lioness Club and their final fund raiser was held on May 24. This was a five mile walk -a -than to raise funds for the ball diamond. The six Lionesses and children who walked raised approximately $.350 for the hall diamond. They would like to thank the community for its support of this endeavour. CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 1987—Page 9 run c!. r 1;y 89 ALBERT STREET CLINTON y Aft OPEN -'i- f4:z HOURS INCLUDING SELF -SERVE GAS BAR DIET COKE COKE CLASSIC SPRITE DIET SPRITE 750 Mt BOTTLE CocaCo1a. 1 PLUS rwPOSiT F, Tj N+/ f I AVS RUM FS DORITOS CHEETOS 200 G Frito-Lay ChChips Snacks 49 10 OZ FOUR STAR PIECES AND STEMS PETROCANADA THE ORIGINAL J B 48 OZ GLASS JAR Granny Seth Apple Juice 8 4.0 P/7 a THESE SPECIALS IN EFFECT WEDNESDAY MAY 27 TO TUESDAY JUNE 9 Bicycle Safety and Rodeo Day SATURDAY, MAY 30 AT THE CLINTON ARENA PARKING LOT FOR AGES 6-13;9 AM -11 AM BIKE LICENSES AVAILABLE PROGRAM • Registration • Bicycle Safety Check *Rider Testing • BieycIe Rodeo WE'LL RECEIVE .Your Smiles "Have a Safe and Happy Summer" The Optimist Club of Clinton 2 DAY SPECIAL - THURS. & FRIDAY MAY 28 & 29 ONLY BARBECUE PAK SPECIAL! Special Pak Contains 4 - MARINATED CHICKEN BREASTS 2 - CHICKEN CHOPS 2 - MARINATED DRUM STICKS 4 - CHICKEN SAUSAGES 4 - CHICK-A-BABS 4 - CHICKEN BURGERS All OPEN: Tuesday, Wednesday 8. Thursday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. s H CLOSING OU'T Everything /Fir Now °A) SALE 00 .Glassware • Picture Frames •Yarns and Supplies •Socks • Shoes *Regular Bulk Candy •Hallowe'en Items *Clothing Infants Children's Ladies Men's EXCLUDED FROM THIS SALE: Lottery Tickets including — *Bedding *Kitchen Supplies *Stationary *Party Supplies •Jewellery *Christmas Items STORE FIXTURES Our complete line of store firt,ires ore for safe - Coyne i.: for c loo! SHOP EARLY FOR BEST SELECTION!