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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2006-07-05, Page 9Wednesday, July 5, 2006 Exeter Times -Advocate 9 Motivated seniors sharpen driving skills HENSALL —A very eventful "Seniors Month" has now drawn to a close at Queensway and we have been grati- fied at the involvement of family members and commu- nity seniors in our many events during the month of June. Throughout June we offered a selection of educa- tional, entertaining, and fundraising events geared to seniors. The family information night June 20 offered the expertise of Goderich lawyer and mediator, Norman Pickell; funeral director, Joyce McBeath; Opp constable, Terry Patterson; and administrator, Kathy Holdsworth. Much valuable information was shared and those in attendance had their questions answered by the experts. We had a "full house" for the annual Strawberry Social Sun., June 25 when Matin Gelina's and his band Rural Roots entertained. VON Palliative Care Volunteer Program was our chosen cause and Kim Winbow, bereavement consultant was on hand with information about their services. Almost $300 was raised for the VON Palliative Care Volunteer Program. Queensway Retirement Home and the Ontario Provincial Police offered a free Driver Refresher Seminar for seniors on Wed., June 28 in Queensway's retirement residence activity room and 33 motivated seniors attended to sharpen their driving skills. Community Services Officer, Jeff Walraven presented much valuable information with humour and expertise. Following the seminar Julie Grimminck, retirement residence director served refreshments. Residents are looking forward to the weekly barbecues scheduled for July Volunteer Service Awards and August. Nursing home residents and retirement residents will dine outdoors in the courtyard for their evening meal on alternate Thursdays. Coming events Fri., July 7 - 7 p.m. Friendship Friday with Andy Rau and Friends Sat., July 8 Trip to McCully Farm, St. Marys "Heritage Day Event" Sun., July 30 - 2 p.m. Gospel music with Bob Heywood. At right: Huron -Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell, left, greets the Midwestern Adult Day Services guests at the 2006 OntarioVolunteer Service Awards in Owen Sound June 20.With Mitchell from left are 1 5 -year recipient Colleen Carter of the Clinton Adult Day Centre, I 0 -year recipient Joanne Osborne of the Wingham Centre, I 0 -year recipient Edna Mielke of the Exeter Centre, Harry Klungel and his spouse Ann, also an Exeter I 0 -year recipient, 20 -year recipient Barb Moffat of the Clinton Centre and guests Bob Bregman and John Moffat.The volunteers being honoured received pins and certificates from the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration at the ceremony and attended a reception afterwards. (photo/submitted) Farewell to a favourite cook EXETER — Throughout the month of June, key- board musicians were Jean Hodgert, June Dougherty, and Ruth Insley. Draw prizes were won this month by: Marshall Dearing, Leona Morley, Eldon Heywood and Martin Andrews. 50/50 draws were won by Jean Hodgert, Burdene Morgan and Kay Cockwill. On June 6 we saw a music video provided by Marion and Marshall Dearing. Alma Langford spoke on June 13 for our Father's Day program. The Christie Brothers and Mary F. Dow came on June 20 and played several musical pieces on their saxophones and keyboard. We ended the month celebrating Canada Day early with con- tests with Faye Skinner. We made a colorful hand wreath in red and white to put on the wall. Foot care appointments can be made by contacting 519-235-0258. The next appointment dates will be July 18 and Aug. 1 and 15. It is with a saddened heart that we have to say goodbye to our faithful cook Mary Koricina. Mary has been cooking weekly for the Exeter and Zurich pro- grams for ten years. We will miss her at these pro- grams as she is retiring. We wish her all the best in the future, as we have cherished her presence with us over the years. Tribute Sunday planned for Goshen By Joan Beierling VARNA CORRESPONDENT VARNA - In a special Canada Sunday wor- ship service the congregation at Varna United Church raised their voices in prayers and hymns of thankfulness of "This Land made for you and me". "This Land is My Land" was one of the sever- al hymns that spoke of nationalistic pride and gratitude. Pastor Elly Van Bergen told the true story of a female humpback whale caught up in fishing lines and crab nets which was suc- cessfully rescued by divers. The story ended with this wish: that you, and all those you love, be so blessed and fortunate to be surrounded by people who will help you get untangled from the things that are binding you. And, may you always know the joy of giving and receiv- ing gratitude. Following the service the con- gregation gathered on the lawn for ice cream sundaes, compliments of the Corner Store and fresh raspberries and Saskatoon berries from Marg Hayter. Next Sunday, July 9, church will be in Varna and on July 16 will be a Tribute Sunday in Goshen. The annual picnic service will be July 30 at the complex. The community is collecting for a wedding gift for Bonnie Peck. Donations can be dropped off at the store or passed on to any UCW member by July 15. The Grand Opening for the Corner Store was a grand success. New Owners, Terri and Elly welcomed approximately 100 people who stopped in for coffee and muffins on the house and enjoyed browsing the new store and lis- tening to Gladys Van Egmond's music on the keyboard. Sharon Chuter won the door prize which was a pair of tickets for the upcoming fish fry at the complex Aug. 6. sponsored by the Stanley Recreation Committee. You can get your tickets from any one of the members. Willi Laurie and Leanne Colclough who took part in the area public schools' "Hairs the Challenge" to raise money for the Cancer Society reported that five schools raised $22,000. The Congregation expressed con- gratulations and admired Willi's new do and Leanne's GI Jane look! Upcoming birthday wishes were extended to Elmer Hayter Charles Reid and Paul Consitt. Best wishes to Helen Turner celebrating her 90th Birthday on Sun., July 9. An open house will be held in her honour on Sun., July 9 at the Bayfield Town Hall from 2-4 p.m. Best wishes only!! Exeter Public students Charlotte McEwan (left) and Amy Lloyd both ranked high in nationwide math contests held in May. Grade 7 student McEwan took part in the Ewler Math Contest and scored above the Canadian aver- age and was the top student for Exeter Public. She also scored in the top 25 per cent of the Gauss Math Contest. Lloyd participated in the Grade 6 Pythagoras Math Contest, scoring above the Canadian average and was the top student for Exeter Public. Missing is Jay Hebert who was the top Exeter Public Grade 8 student for the LaGrange Math Contest as well as for the Gauss contest. (photo/Pat Bolen) garybean SECURITIES LTL 6- MakeYour Investments Count Stocks, Bonds, Income Trusts, Mutual Funds & RRSP Products Gary Bean Securities Ltd. 588 Main Street South Exeter, Ontario NOM I S I 519-235-4099 1-800-710-5216 Member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund and Investment Dealers Association of Canada Condon Meat Corporation Sat., July 8th Noon - 4.011111, pm Meat Cutting Demo at 1 pm Enjoy a Free Sausage or Hamburger on us! BEEF • LAMB • VENISON Call Maly at 519-293-3145 Wholesale and Retail — "Where service comes first" Custom killing and complete processing 2 miles west of Ailsa Craig — 3900 Elginfield Road