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The Times Advocate, 2004-09-15, Page 88 Exeter Times–Advocate Wednesday, September 15, 2004 Goshen UCW to meet Sept. 23 at 8 p.m. By Joan Beierling VARNA CORRESPONDENT VARNA - The annual 9/11 service was held at Varna Church on Sunday. The Council of the Municipality of Bluewater has established an annual Day of Remembrance for all local volunteer fire- fighters, emergency ser- vice personnel and law enforcement officers. As we mark this anniversary let us remember our own local heroes who protect us everyday throughout the year. Pastor Elly Van Bergen opened the service with the Welcome and Announcements followed by the Call to Worship and the Opening Prayer. Bonnie Roy read 'The Littlest Firefighter'. Roy's husband Dave is a fire- fighter with the Brucefield Fire Department and he brought the fire truck for VARNA NEWS all to see. Pastor Van Bergen's message: 'Did the Ninety- nine Get Along'. The minute for mission, 'A Camel, a Donkey and a Zoo' was read by Lynda Smith. Refreshments sup- plied by Bonnie Roy were enjoyed following the ser- vice. Sun., Sept. 19 church will be in Goshen Church. Women's weekend Sept. 17 to 19 is Camp Menesetung's women's weekend and the annual volunteer appreciation Coffee and Harmony at QueenswayTuesday HENSALL - Tuesday morning Queensway volunteer auxiliary met to discuss the upcoming events for September as well as the family Thanksgiving meals scheduled for Sun., Oct. 3. Nursing home residents and guests will dine at noon and retirement home residents will dine at 5:30 p.m. Family and friends may call 262- 2830 ext. 225 to reserve. Tickets are priced at $10 and residents may each have up to three guests. To ensure tickets please reserve by Sept. 24. Lori Crawford, lay pastor from Faith Tabernacle in Centralia led worship Tuesday with Belva Fuss as vol- unteer pianist. A large group of residents were out to hear her sermon. Paula and her pet -therapy dog Popcorn were a wel- come sight Wednesday morning. In the afternoon, Marg Cole organized the euchre games with three tables of enthusiasts enjoying the competition. Coffee and Current Events passed the morning quick- ly as residents sipped their favorite brew while dis- cussing the news in the daily and weekly papers. In the evening, Senior Diners met over a delicious meal and good conversation. Sunday afternoon, musician Dennis Rodgers played a variety of music on saxophone, accor- dion and piano for the residents' enjoyment. Thursday and Friday the accreditation surveyor visit- ed Queensway to meet with focus groups in order to complete a survey. Residents, family members and community partners all participated in the focus groups, answering the surveyor's questions and helping her get a picture of the Queensway community. Coming Events Sept. 15: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Geri Fashions, Stop and Shop. Sept. 17: 7 p.m. Friendship Friday with Marie Flynn. Sept. 21: 9:30 to 11 a.m. and 3 to 4:30 p.m. Coffee Break for Alzheimer's; 7 p.m. Harmony Hi Lites Women's Barbershop Chorus Group. Licence suspensions SOUTH HURON — On Sept. 6 two people were stopped and issued 12 -hour licence suspensions in South Huron. The first stop took place at 8 p.m. on the Main Street of Exeter when a Toyota was pulled over. A 23 -year-old female from Easthope Township blew a warn on the roadside device. Next at 11 p.m. a Pontiac van was stopped on Babylon Line. A 57 -year-old male from Windsor lost his licence for the next 12 hours and had his vehicle towed to a local garage. Donate Your Unwanted Vehicle to The Kidney Car Program! You will receive: ✓ a free tow 1 fair market value tax receipt ✓ funds raised support local kidney patients Call 1-866-788-2277 event. Goshen UCW (note change of date) will meet Sept. 23 at 8 p.m. at the church. Call Don Rathwell as soon as possible if you can help take up the old carpet in the choir loft. Oct. 1 Londesborough UCW present `Fashion Show Thru the Years'. This is a musical journey from the 1870s to the 1950s followed by refresh- ments from 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 3 the Stephensons are doing the Stephenson Steps, walking for breast cancer research in Exeter. Pledge generously. Sincere sympathy Former resident Walter Smith passed away Sunday morning. Smith was residing in the Queensway Nursing Home in Hensall. Sincere sympa- thy goes out to his family. Helping doctor recruitmen South Huron Hospital's doctor recruitment efforts got a $5,000 boost from Gary Bean Securities last week, after the company made a donation with proceeds raised from its fourth annual charity golf tournament, held Aug. 27 at Ironwood Golf Club. From left are South Huron Hospital foundation chairperson Olga Davis, Gary Bean, Suzanne Mathers of Gary Bean Securities, hospital clinical site leader Maureen Cole and hospital board chairperson Glenn Bartlett. Bartlett said the hospital appreciates Gary Bean's support of the hospital's recruitment work. The company also made a $5,000 donation last year.The golf tournament raised $2,100, which Gary Bean Securities matched. (photo/Scott Nixon) Reduce the Risk of West Nile Virus As the days get shorter and cooler, mosquitoes are still present and precautions are necessary. How to prevent mosquitoes bites: • Take precautions outdoors, especially in early morning and early evening, when mosquitoes are most active. • Wear light-coloured clothing and cover up whenever possible. • Use insect repellent containing 10% DEET or less. What is the County doing? The County of Huron has a West Nile Virus Advisory Committee and a program to monitor birds and mosquitoes for West Nile Virus. What can you do? • Stay informed about West Nile Virus. • Report sightings of dead crows and blue jays to the Health Unit. • Drain the rain on your home, cottage and business property. To find out more, visit www.huroncounty.ca or call the Huron County Health Unit at 482-3416 Ext. 2001. If calling long distance, dial toll freel -877-837-6143 Ext. 2001.