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Home My WebLink AboutThe Times Advocate, 2006-08-02, Page 1616 Exeter Times -Advocate Wednesday, August 2, 2006 Grand Bend Gazebo opens The Grand Bend and Area Community Health Centre held a Gazebo Open House July 28.The Gazebo, used mainly for Adult Day Centre clients and staff was funded by the Grand Bend Community Foundation (GBCF) and built by LarryWhiting, Rick McGuire and Ron Peters. From left to right are Community Health Centre representatives Larry Whiting and Cindy Maxfield,Adult Day Centre representatives Mardelle Hunt and Pat Kading,Adult Day Centre client and ribbon cutter Lloyd Mudge, GBCF board chairperson Hank Krech, GBCF marketing and communications chairperson Pat Morden and co-ordinator of midwest- ern Exeter and Grand Bend Adult Day Centres Tammy Antaya.The GBCF has donated $445,000 to the Grand Bend community since 2002. They have also formed another group, the Grand Bend Community Improvement Coalition made up of the GBCF, Grand Bend service clubs and the Municipality of Lambton Shores.They are working on four pro- jects over the next five years totalling $ I million — a skate park and a children's playground on the beach being led by the Grand Bend Optimist and beach enhancements and a water improvement project led by the Grand Bend Rotary Club. (photo/Nina Van Lieshout) Down home clogging enjoyed at Queensway HENSALL — Bob Heywood and his Gospel music drew residents, their fami- ly members and friends to the air conditioned comfort of Queensway's activity room Sun., July 30. What a great way to spend an afternoon, listen- ing to Bob share his faith and wonderful gift of music! Residents celebrat- ed the July birthdays Thursday evening with entertainment by Marie Flynn and The Huron Strings. Marie also brought along several dancers who did some down home clogging for the audience. Kippen United Church women pro- vided assistance and prizes for the Monday afternoon Bingo game. They have been with us each Monday after- noon in July. Kay Mock, volun- teer assisted at the Breakfast group pro- gram Tuesday when eight residents dined on ham, eggs, fruit, toast and bottomless cups of coffee and tea. Rev. Bill Ward of Exeter Anglican Church led worship Tuesday afternoon with Belva Fuss as volunteer pianist for the service. Residents also bene- fited from pastor Elly Van Bergen's visitation and pas- toral care Tuesday. Francis Kinsman organized the euchre players Wednesday after- noon when a good number of euchre enthusiasts gathered for some competitive games in the Unit Dining area. Residents also bene- fited from massage therapy with Lori Burt R.M.T. on Monday and music therapy with Lisa Stewart on Friday. Exercises, games, word finds, manicures and friend- ly visits completed Special music at joint service in September By Rhoda Rohde THAMES ROAD CORRESPONDENT THAMES ROAD - In the absence of Jean Hodgert, Agnes Bray played the piano before the service com- menced. Rev. Judith Ritchie lit the Christ candle and led in the call to worship responsively. Rev. Judith gave words of welcome and every- one shook hands. The introit was sung, and Rev. Judith gave the announcements. Everyone sang the hymn of praise "Come and Find the Quiet Centre." Rev. Judith lit the red candle for peace. The opening prayer was read from Voices United. The Affirmation of our Faith "A New Creed" was read in unison. The hymn "Morning Has Broken" was sung. The Lord's Prayer was repeated in unison. The choir sang "The Light Of the World Is Jesus" accompanied by the pianist Agnes Bray. Psalm 24 was read responsively. Rev. Judith read the Scripture reading Numbers 18:9, 18-19 and the Gospel Reading Matthew 5:13- 16, and the title of her meditation was "Cooking With God." Everyone sang "Nothing Can Trouble." Fred Delbridge and Sharon Passmore received the offering. Rev. Judith gave the offer- tory prayer and prayers for the people. The closing hymn "To Show By Touch And Word" was sung. Rev. Judith gave the commissioning and benediction. Everyone sang the closing chorus. The grace led by Samantha Ritchie was sung and everyone enjoyed a pot luck lunch, some 40 people attended. Announcements During the month of August, Rev. Judith will be on holidays. During this time in case of emergency please call one of the following from the M & P Committee; Larry Lynn 519-229-8276, Janis Richardson 519-229-6782, Murray Dawson 519-238-6378. They will have contact with Rev. Judith. Sign up now for the Annual Golf Tournament and Supper on Sat., Sept. 9 at the Exeter Golf Course. There will be activities for those who do not golf. You may also want to call Sandra Rowe at 519- 229-6284 to sign up. Sept. 3 Joint Service with Kirkton, Woodham, Centralia and Zion United Churches at the Kirkton-Woodham Community Centre at 10 a.m. Special music by "Summit." Free will offering Dr. Geoff Hann Accepting New Patients Chiropractor -Acupuncture -Orthotics 105 Main St., Exeter 235-1535 www.DrHann.ca lunch to follow. Please bring your regular church envelope for offer- ing. Loose collection to M & S. Nursery provided. Bring your ball glove and bathing suit. Sept. 10 Please bring your items for the Food Bank for this service due to the fact the first Sunday of the month service is a joint service at the K -W Community Centre. Personals Several people from this area attended the visitation for the late Clayton Ross at the Rodges Funeral Home, St. Marys. Barry and Melonie Miller and Sarah, Glenn and Dorothy Jeffery and Bill and Rhoda Rohde attended the Memorial Service at Kirkton United Church and the Fellowship and Lunch at the Rec Centre in Kirkton on Tuesday. Quite a number of people from this area attended the visitation for the late Bob Johns. Sympathy is extended to his three daughters, son in-laws and grandchildren; his brother Stan and his sister Sylvia Bullas. Bob used to live on the Elimville Line just south of the Thames Road - Elimville Church. MORTGAGES we make mortgages...make sense FREE MORTGAGE ADVICE - YOU DON'T PAY US THE LENDERS DO! 5 yr 5.35% 10 yr 5.75% Variable 4.49% *ON APPROVED CREDIT We shop to get the best deal for you. Call April Smith 519-235-0020 388 Main St., Exeter GMAC ISA REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF ONTARIO MORTGAGE ACTION CENTE LTD. Head Office: 346 Wonderland Rd., London, ON • 519-432-0026 a busy week for resi- dents. Coming events Fri., Aug. 4 7 p.m. Friendship Friday with Andy and Friends. Sun., Aug. 13 Noon Trip to Clinton Horse Races Sun., Aug. 13 5 p.m. Several resi- dents will attend the Community Fish Fry at Hensall Arena. Thurs., Aug. 17 5 p.m. Nursing Home Family Barbecue, call Carol at 519- 2622830 ext # 225 to reserve. Thurs., Aug. 24 5:30 p.m. Retirement Home Family Barbecue, call Julie at 519- 262-2830 ext #223 to reserve. Access FREE Professional Resume Development Interview Preparation & Job Seekers & Coaching Club Call your local HERC office 519-235-0471 MUNPCIPAL Ty OF Municipality of South Huron invites proposals for the construction of a salt and sand storage facility at 40526 Huron Street East to CLOSE TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2006 AT 12:00 NOON Documents are available for pick up at the Olde Town Hall Municipal Office, at the address below. Sealed Proposals, Clearly Marked as to contents maybe mailed or delivered to: Municipality of South Huron P.O. Box 759 322 Main St. S., Exeter, ON NOM 1S6 Lowest or any Quotation not necessarily accepted. 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