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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1987-10-21, Page 7• H memaker Week helps raise profile The Huron County Homemakers provide a valuable service to the elderly of the county, and as Homemaker Week in Huron County was officially launched with the release of helium -filled balloons, it served to illustrate that the week is designed to elevate the pro- file of the agency. The week of Oct. 18-24 is Homemaker Meek across Canada, a week set aside to br- ing attention to the work of the Homemakers, those dedicated individuals who help make it possible for people to stay in their homes longer. Jean Ginn, a member of the board of directors, said the week helps to raise the profile of the agency and makes the public more aware of its services. "It's a week that honors the homemakers too and we have over 200 now in Huron," she said. "They help people stay at home longer and there's more comfort there for them." Estelle Wise of Town and Country Homemakers, said the week also helps the group with its fundraising efforts which is a necessary part of the agency's activities. "Some people simply can't afford the ser- vice and we solicit church groups and organizations in the area to help out with the project," she explained. The Town and Country Homemakers pro- vide an essential service to many in Huron County and if you would like more informa- tion or would like to make a donation, write to Box 969 or call 357-3222, GODERICH SIGNAL -STAR, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 1987—PAGE 7 LL NE W M 929 • .." AS.`:•r.., 9 .. .XX}\�� .\a. `wr YDS •r. �,,,,,,,. ..•. The Town and Country Homemakers officially recognized Homemaker Week with a balloon launch at the Huron County Courthouse Saturday morning. On hand for the launch were Jean Ginn, director, Grant Stirling, Goderich Township Reeve, Russell Kernighan, Col- borne Township Reeve and Mayor Eileen Palmer. (photo by Dave Sykes ) Goderich area woman finds Michigan balloon What do leaves and a balloon have in common? Well, if you ask Marie Buchanan; of RR 6 Goderich, she would tell you she found one while looking for the other Friday afternoon. "I was working outside when my hus- band (Richard) came out and told me to get in thecar and we would go for a drive in the country. I decided it would be a good idea and that I could get some leaves to decorate the , hall for the bazaar (the Catholic Women's League held a bazaar at St. Peter's Parish Hall Saturday in Goderich)," Mrs. Buchanan said. As they were driving down the road, Mr. Buchanan saw a balloon on the side of the road. I first thought it was a balloon from the Town and Country Homemakers because I had read a story about them releasing balloons," Mrs. Buchanan said. However, when they picked the pink balloon up they noticed a red ribbon with a note tied to the balloon. The note read: "Our school is participating in the Week- ly Reader Writing Pals Balloon Contest. Please put this message in an envelope along with your name, address and telephone number and the city and state in which you found my message. Then mail it to me at Angus School. Tellvnnrr local paper that you ,heard from me. If you write to me, I'll write back. Camille Ham - mill P.10 Angus School, 3180 Hein Drive, Sterling Heights, Michigan, 48310" "It sure travelled a long way," Mrs. Buchanan said. She does plan to send a note to Camille later this week. Along with the note, she will enclose this story so Camille can see what happened when Mrs. Buchanan found the balloon. "I have a soft spot for kids," mother, dgrandmother and great-grandmother. "I on't care is she answers but since a child took the time to send the balloon, the least I can do is answer it." Clerks -and -building -officials _meet- in _Goderich Municipal Clerks and Building Officials from across Huron County gathered for a day -long seminar in Goderich. hosted by the County of Huron Department of Plann- ing and Development on Friday. Oct. 16, 1987. , The purpose for the day was to discuss a number of planning and development topics including the proposed delegation of certain Provincial functions to the County such as approval of plans of subdivision, plans of condominium, certain road clos- ings, part lot control by-laws, and com- menting on zoning by-laws. A presentation of the effects of delegation on each of these planning processes was given by planners Wayne Caldwell and Patty Munkittrick of the Department of Planning and Develop- ment and Norma Forrest and 'Anna D'Allessandro of the Ministry of. Municipal Affairs. A discussion period followed. As a precursor to the delegation topic, a presentation was given by planners Cindy Fisher and Scott Tousaw of the Depart- ment of Planning and Development's func- tions including planning, economic development, tourism and energy co- ordinationfor each . of Huron's 26 municipalities. The morning session closed with a presentation by Dr. Gary Davidson, Direc- tor of Planning and. Development, on the proposed Waste Management Master Plan which would study the existing waste disposal system in the County, analyze the various options for waste disposal such as recycling, landfilling, . incineration, etc., ��' ' �` ems® ` � �L• • 4\rts Have your CHRISTMAS PARTY at tuhe NEW RED MAPLE INN HALL available to rent for up to 80 people •Fireplace *Background Music °Dance Floor *Disc ,Jockey Available ®Catering Available RED MAPLE INN Hwy. 4 South of Clinton 482-9675 Huron County Health Unit LOW COST RABIES CLINICS FOR HURON COUNTY SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1987 9AMTO4PM At the Veterinary Clinics Listed Below For dogs and cats over 3 months of age. Please have them on a leash or in boxes or bags when in the clinic. COST: $7. per animal vaccinated Certificate provided, and tag for dogs THE FOLLOWING CLINICS IN HURON COUNTY ARE PARTICIPATING Blyth Veterinary Services - Queen Street North Exeter Animal Hospital - London Road South (Hwy. 4), Exeter Seaforth Veterinary Clinic - Main Street North, Seaforth South Huron Veterinary Clinic - Zurich Clinton-Seaforth Veterinary Ser- vices - R.R. No. 5, Clinton Illwy. 4, South of Clinton) Goderich Veterinary Clinic - R.R. 2. Goderich Wingham Veterinary Clinic - 11 Alfred Street, East NOTE: Brussels Veterinary' Clinic only will be Saturday, Nov. 1 1. and identify potential sites for such facilities: Dr. Davidson advised that.Coun- ty Council would be deciding whether to embark on the study at its November meeting. , Following lunch, the clerks and building officials attended workshops which allow- ed small -group discussions of specific items of interest. 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