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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2004-10-13, Page 88 Exeter Times–Advocate Wednesday, October 13, 2004 Autumn meeting of horticultural society KIRKTON — The Kirkton Horticultural Society held its annual autumn meeting Oct. 5 at 7 p.m., at the Kirkton/Woodham Community Centre. While the members enjoyed old-time music provided by pianist Shirley Dann, they selected their fall bulbs; a gift from the Society. President Elaine Stephen Sandra Kemp (left) with Kirkton Horticultural Society president Elaine Stephen presents speaker Eric Jacobsen with a cheque at the annual autumn meet- ing of the society Oct. 5 at the Kirkton/Woodham Community Centre. (photolPatBolen) opened the meeting with the singing of '0 Canada,' and announced the Christmas Basket Workshop with Josh Rath, to be held Nov. 30. Some openings are still available and further information on the work- shop can be obtained from Director Gertrude Willis. "It's never too late for fall planting," was one of the themes brought to the Society by featured speak- er Eric Jacobsen of Parkway Gardens in Hyde Park. Though many think fall is the time to put the gar- den to bed, he stressed the fact that with choosing ornamental grasses, and with the good manage- ment of such perennials as shasta daisies, delphini- ums, et cetera, the gar- den's life could be extend- ed for another six to eight weeks. The audience took advantage of Jacobsen's extensive gardening knowledge to have ques- tions answered. A lively plant auction, conducted by Director Owen O'Brien, found many bidders able to add new plant specimens to their gardens. President Elaine Stephen concluded the evening and announced the potluck Christmas meeting to be held on Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. A delicious seasonal lunch was served and many gardening tips exchanged. Swimming and supper planned for Nov 21 By Rhoda Rohde THAMES ROAD CORRESPONDENT THAMES ROAD - Rev. Marilyn Carter was in charge of the Thanksgiving church service on Sunday morn- ing. Everyone sang the Introit and shook hands. Rev. Carter gave greetings and the announcements. Joyce Fulton gave a report of the council meeting. Rev. Carter led in the call to worship. Marilyn Pym led in the prayer of approach and thanksgiving. Sharon Passmore, Karen Etherington, Grace Pym, Alice Cann, Helen Weston, Greg, Kim, Quinn and Aimee Rush put differ- ent articles on the Communion. The church was tastefully decorated for Thanksgiving. Corey Smith lit the Christ candle and Rev. Carter read Luke 17:11-19 and the title of her ser- mon was `Returning Thanks'. Ken and Helen Kadey received the offering and were greeters. Announcements If you wish to have your child baptized, please con- tact Rev. Carter at 235-2803. Baptism will be on Sun., Oct. 24. Phone tree. In the event of a death in the community, please contact Helen Weston at 229-6281 (Outreach Committee). Oct. 17 - Fall Colour Car Tour. Bring your family and friends! Come join your friends for an after- noon of adventure exploring the Bayfield River water- shed. Registration 1-2 p.m. at Clan Gregor Square, off Hwy. 21 in Bayfield. Cost $5 per car. 150 km driving through Bayfield River watershed from mouth to head- waters. Oct. 20 - Moderator The Rt. Rev. Peter Short, will be speaking at St. John's United Church, Stratford at 7:45 p.m. Oct. 22 - Christian Education Friday evening Halloween Party at the church starting at 6:30 p.m. Potluck snacks. Oct. 22, 23, 24 - "Rev. Dilema" at Playhouse II, produced by Grand Bend United Church. Nov. 21 - Swimming and Supper. Swimming will take place at the Vanastra pool from 4-5 p.m. and supper will be at 6 p.m. The cut-off date is Nov. 14. Adults $8, children 12 and under $5. This event is hosted by the Christian Education and Finance committees. The finance committee would like to thank everyone THAMES ROAD NEWS Pizza and birthday cake at St. Patrick's By Hazel Davis message and focus was entitled `Giving Thanks' fol- SAINTSBURY CORRESPONDENT lowed by the history of Roberta Elizabeth Tilton. A Thanksgiving prayer was said and mention of SAINTSBURY - On Saturday evening, St. Patrick's those who are ill and especially Starr Davis who will celebrated its Thanksgiving Service of Light and travel to Sick Children's Hospital in Toronto on Oct. 19 Evening Prayer along with ACW worship at 6:30 p.m. and 20 to have surgery; our prayers are with her. led by Heather MacGillivray. Service closed with an evening hymn and all enjoyed The bishop had asked each church to designate a a pizza and birthday cake party honouring Katie - special service to recognize the work of the women in Scarlett MacGillivray. Our families' Thanksgiving and the parish and how fitting at birthday girl was born 19 years ago on Thanksgiving to also give thanks for the SAINTSBURY NEWS Thanksgiving Sunday. Also birthday marvelous contributions of the women greetings to Mrs. Stevie MacGillivray who through the years. The service was also to remember will celebrate her 89th birthday Oct. 15. Best wishes the founder of the women's auxiliary in 1885, Roberta go out to both of them. Elizabeth Tilton, an organization which later became Notice of turkey supper at Holy Trinity Anglican the Anglican Church Women. St. Patrick's women's Church in Lucan for Oct. 27 was read. group was formed in 1894. Michelle Iredale was weekend guest with her grand - The service opened with the ACW hymn, The Love of parents Ron and Margaret Carroll. George and Christ Constraineth. Each of the women led in Margaret Brock of Lucan along with family members Thanksgiving Scripture and prayers throughout the visited with Hugh and Hazel this week service, also singing Blest be the Tie that Binds. The Optimist Club may be coming to Exeter By Mary Simmons TIMES -ADVOCATE STAFF EXETER — An effort is underway to establish a new adult Optimist Club in Exeter. Southwestern Ontario Zone Eight Lt. Gov. Brenda Feeney of the Crediton and District Optimist Club is the driving force behind the effort. Feeney says the main focus of the group will be to provide guidance and leadership to the South Huron - Lakeshore Junior Optimist Club, which was formed last May. She says the Optimist International motto is `bringing out the best in our kids' and the group of 29 youths represent some of the best. "They're a wonderful group," Feeney says, adding it has been a treat to work with her daughter, Amanda -Lynn, who is lieutenant - governor of Zone Two of the Junior Optimists. The primary goal of Optimist International hi the area of growth is to build and develop clubs which contribute to the betterment of their communities and play a major role in youth development. Feeney is looking for people willing to share their time, talents and experiences with youth to form a new club in Exeter. Optimist International scholarship programs include an oratorical con- test, an essay contest and a commu- nications contest for the deaf and hard -of -hearing. The Optimists also sponsor Youth Appreciation Week and the Junior Golf Championships. Locally, the Optimist Club is involved with the Spelling Bee, Grad Dance and Much Music video dances. Feeney says the former Optimist Club in Exeter was a good group of people, but they retired and dis- solved the organization two years ago. An information meeting will be held Up Stairs at Hansen's Oct. 23 at 1 p.m. Anyone who wants to hear more about the organization is encouraged to attend. who participated in its First Annual Golf Tournament and BBQ. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves and indicated that they hoped there would another one next year. Special thanks to those people who helped to do different tasks either prior to or on that day and those who donated money and gifts for prizes. It was greatly appreciated. We would also like to thank Janet and Bob Mason and staff from the Exeter Golf Club for their hospitality, great food and donation of $62 ($1 per meal) to our church. After all expenses were paid a profit of $709 was made. Personals Pat Ballantyne, Alice Cann, Doris Elford, Bill and Rhoda Rohde and Helen Weston attended the meeting of the Kirkton Horticulture Society at Kirkton on Tuesday evening. It was entitled `Autumn Splendour'. The guest speaker was Eric Jacobsen of Parkway Gardens, London. His topic was fall gardening. There was a plant auction. Marlene Potter of Thunder Bay has been visiting her parents Jack and Ferne Stewart. Karel Hodgert of Toronto and her mother Florence Richardson of London were Saturday noon guests with Arnold and Marion Cann. Hodgert spent the weekend with the Canns. Ron and Wendy Earle and boys of London spent the weekend with her parents Lorne and Pat Ballantyne. Lodge will work blood donor clinic EXETER - The new officers of the Pride of Huron Rebekah Lodge, Exeter were installed mid- September. Lodge members will be working the blood donor clinic on Oct. 13 at South Huron District High School. The cookies brought by members are great- ly appreciated. The lodge's fair parade float won second prize. The Rebekahs will again be sup- porting the United Nations Pilgrimage for Youth. Noble Grand Jean Hodgert will lay the wreath for the Remembrance Day service. Exeter Curling Club Limited NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS Wed. Oct. 20-7:30 p.m. EXETER CURLING CLUB For the purpose of: 1. Approving the Financial Statements for 2004 2. Election of Directors 3. Appointment of Auditors