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The Times Advocate, 2006-07-05, Page 88 Exeter Times–Advocate Wednesday, July 5, 2006 Riding for Alzheimer's disease On June 24 the first Forget -Me -Not Biker Poker Rally was held in Huron County. The day brought out 64 bikers who raised $4,250 to support the Alzheimer Society of Huron County.The route consisted of a scenic ride through Huron County with stops in Exeter, Goderich,Wingham, Seaforth and Clinton.The Alzheimer Society thanks organizers for their effort.Above left, Mike Moran and Ethan Lajeunesse give a thumbs up as they begin their ride. (photo/submitted) Flower Show on Mon.,July 24 By Liz Sangster HENSALL CORRESPONDENT HENSALL – The Hensall Community Development Action Committee and the Hensall Fire Department will be presenting an "all you can eat" fish fry on Sun., Aug. 13 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Hensall arena. Adults $12, children $5. Only 300 tickets will be available. Proceeds are for community improvements. For tickets phone 519-262-2045 or 519-262-2207. The Hensall and Community Horticultural Society will hold their Flower Show on Mon., July 24 at Hensall United Church.The guest speaker will be Susan Finch of Sun Shade Nursery. At Carmel Presbyterian Church Tracy Whitson- Bahro was the minister with Joyce Pepper play- ing the organ. Greg Bahro read the Scriptures. The offering was received by Al Hoggarth and Frank Varley. Flowers in the sanctuary were in mem- ory of Eudora Peters. Our sympathy is with the Peters family. The service closed with benediction. On Sun., July 9, a meeting will be held following church. Hensall United Church will be closed during the month of July. A warm welcome awaits you at the Presbyterian Church. The sympathy of the com- munity is with the family and friends of Jerry Moffatt and also with the Cook family on the passing of Dr Norma. HENSALL NEWS IF4+TII ETV MIIIIIITITIIIMTIOTIM HEARTLAND CREDIT UNION ts Be approved for a low interest Home Equity Line of Credit Finance your child's education... renovate your home... plan a dream vacation...or consolidate your high interest credit card debt. Special 5%* Rate for the first 4 months Call or visit one of Heartland's Personal Lending Specialists today! Available 24 hours per day — call (519) 859-1266 * Annual rate of interest for intial four months of loan thereafter rates as low as Heartland's prime rate on approved credit. CLINTON 48 Ontario Street (519) 482-3466 EXETER 118 Main Street N. (519) 235-0640 LISTOWEL Smith's Market Square (519) 291-6189 Volunteers needed to run new sound system By Rhoda Rohde THAMES ROAD CORRESPONDENT THAMES ROAD — Jean Hodgert played the organ before the church service commenced on Sunday morning. Ola Batten lit the Christ candle. Rev. Judith Ritchie was in charge of the Call to Worship responsive- ly. Rev. Judith gave words of wel- come and everyone shook hands. The Introit was sung and Rev. Judith gave the announcements. Everyone sang the Hymn of Praise "All Glory Laud and Honour", and Rev. Judith lit the Red Candle for Peace. Everyone read the opening prayer from 404 in Voices United in unison. Everyone read Affirmation of Faith "A New Creed" in unison. The children's hymn "It only Takes a Spark" was sung and the Lord's Prayer was repeated in uni- son. The choir sang 'What a Day That Will Be" accompanied by the organist Jean Hodgert. Psalm 20 was read responsively. Rev. Judith read the Hebrew Scripture 1 Samuel 15:34-16:13 and the title of her Meditation "Heart of a Child". Everyone sang "Jesus, Friend of Little Children". Joan Skinner gave a Minute for Mission, enti- tled "Changing Everything". Helen Kadey and Joan Morgan received the offering and Joan Skinner brought an item forward for the Food Bank. Everyone sang the offertory hymn. The closing hymn "Sing A Happy Hallelujah" was sung followed by "0 Canada". Rev. Judith gave the Commissioning and the Benediction. Everyone sang the closing cho- rus and went downstairs where everyone enjoyed cake, cupcakes and iced tea provided by Rev. Judith and many thanks. Announcements Rev. Judith's expected hours: Wed. July 5, 10 to 4 p.m.; Fri. July 7, 10 to 4:30 p.m. (Thurs., July 6, available at home, before noon and after 5 p.m. If travel- ling a distance, please call first. Volunteers are still needed to run the new sound system. The church now has four hear- ing assisted units for the sound system. Contact Robert Bray or Judith Parker if you are interest- ed in using one of the units. July 23 - Beef barbecue at Centralia United Church from 5 to 7 p.m. Adults $12 and children 6-12, $6. Sept. 3 - Joint service with Kirkton, Woodham, Centralia and Zion United Churches at the Kirkton-Woodham Community Centre at 10 a.m. Free-will offering lunch to fol- low. Please bring your regular church envelope for offering. Loose collection to M&S. Nursery provided. Personals Kim Riehl returned to her home in Miami, Florida last week after visiting with her parents Gerry and Elda Riehl. On Thursday, Harry and Tonya Bucsh of Richmond Hill, Jackie Riehl of London and Alana Hodgert flew to New York City for five days. They are staying at the Y.M.C.A. Bill and Rhoda Rohde attended the fifth birthday party on Friday evening for Kaylee Geiger at her parents Ben and. Karen Geiger's home on the Parr Line. Her birth- day is July 1. Happy Birthday Kaylee. THAMES ROAD NEWS A Busy Summer at the HURON COUNTY (Q) MUSEUM SITES HURON COUNTY MUSEUM SUMMER EXHIBITS - 110 North St., Goderich Open Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. & Sunday 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Regular Admission Rates Apply Wheels: Round & Round We Go - April 28 to Sept. 4 Roll on over to the Museum to investigate bicycles, buggies, carriages, wheelchairs and many more artifacts on wheels in this temporary exhibit. Sitting Pretty: The History of the Toilet - May 22 to July 14 Explore the history of the important but humble toilet from the chamber pot to the outhouse to the invention of the toilet it- self! A traveling exhibit from the Guelph Museums. Here Comes the Bride - July 28 to Sept. 4 During the busy summer wedding season take a moment to come and enjoy our collection of wedding gowns and dresses, traditional wedding gifts and accessories. MARINE MUSEUM - Goderich Harbour (West St.) Open July 1 to Sept. 3, 2006 -1 pm to 4:30 p.m. daily Marine Heritage Walking Tours - Every Sunday in July & August at 2:00 p.m. The first tour is July 2nd, 2006. Where: Tours start at the Marine Museum and are approximately one hour in length. Cost: Tours are free with paid admission to the Huron County Museum or the Huron County Historic Gaol. Join us on these in- formative tours to explore the history of Goderich Harbour, waterfront, salt mine, lighthouse, the Great Storm of 1913 and much more. HURON HISTORIC GAOL - 181 Victoria St. North, Goderich - May to October Open daily 10 am to 4:30 p.m. Behind the Bars Guided Tours - Every Tuesday in July & August at 7:30 p.m. The first tour is Tuesday, July 11, 2006. Cost: Paid admission ($5.00) to the Huron County Historic Gaol learn about the building and inmates who spent time behind bars between 1841 and 1911. This National Historic Site is among the oldest public buildings in the area. SUNDAY FLEA MARKETS at the Huron Historic Gaol 9 AM TO 3 PM Special Canada Day Flea Market Saturday, July 1st! (weather permitting) http://www.huroncounty.ca/museum DAYS OF DISCOVERY SUMMER DAY CAMPS For children ages 6 to 10 - 9 am to 4 pm Cost: $20 per child/ per camp Pre -registration required. Gadgets, Gizmos and Games - July 12, Huron County Museum Sizzlin, Summer Olympics - July 19, Huron County Museum CSI Craziness - July 26, Huron Historic Gaol Something Old, New, Borrowed & Blue! - Aug. 2, Huron County Museum The "Tiger" Trek - Aug. 9, Huron Historic Gaol Ay Captain! - Aug. 16, Huron Marine Museum His -Story and Her -Story - Aug. 23 Huron County Museum For more information, contact Nicki or Elizabeth at 524-2686. JUNIOR EXPLORERS CAMPS For children ages 4 & 5 -1 pm to 4 pm Cost: $10 per child/ per camp Pre -registration required. • For more information, contact Nicki or Elizabeth at 524-2686. Animal Kingdom - July 13, Huron County Museum Imagine That! - August 10, Huron County Museum Same Old Song and Dance - July 27 Learning the Ropes in Pioneer limes - Huron Historic Gaol August 24, Huron County Museum