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Home My WebLink AboutThe Times Advocate, 2006-10-04, Page 8H Queensway opens its doors TIMES—ADVOCATE Wednesday, October 4, 2006 'Open Doors' — Queensway Nursing and Retirement Home held its 'Open Doors 2006' event Sunday, which saw members of the community visit the facility to see what kinds of services were offered. Queensway resident Arnetta Baker, left, also celebrated her 90th birthday during the event. She is joined by her sister Betty Grenier and Bluewater Deputy Mayor Paul Klopp. (photo/submitted) Varna UCW to meet Oct. 5 By Joan Beierling VARNA CORRESPONDENT VARNA - Church service was in Varna on Sun., Oct. 1 and will be in Varna for Thanksgiving Sun., Oct. 8 and there will be a Baptism. Goshen Church celebrates their Anniversary Oct. 15 and Varna Church celebrates their Anniversary on Oct. 29. On Oct. 21 Five Alive present Father Mark Curtis, Canada's Singing Priest in concert at Brucefield United Church. Mark is known for his powerful and inspi- rational music and speaking min- istries on life's experiences and spiritual matters. His concerts are a must to experience! A fun -filled, toe -tapping, inspirational perfor- mance of contemporary, gospel, show tunes and ballad -style music, which is inter- twined with heartwarming stories, mean- ingful messages and lots of laughter that will leave you wanting more. You can get your ticket for only $10 each from any Five Alive member. Get yours now, don't wait! Steps for the cure Debbie Rathwell and Leisa Stephenson did the Stephenson Steps for the Cure for Breast Cancer on Sunday out in Exeter. Between the two of them they raised $927. They would like to thank all those that supported them. They have been walking since 1999 and have raised a whopping $8,189 altogether for the Cure. Way to go girls! Congratulations to Elly Van Bergen on the birth of her new grandson, born to her son Ben and his wife. Varna UCW meet Thurs., Oct. 5 at 8 p.m. at the Varna church. VARNA NEWS QueenswayThanksgiving Dinners Sun., Oct. 15 HENSALL - Sun., Oct. 1 Queensway Retirement Residence hosted their "Open Doors" event with music, clowns, refreshments, door prizes, tours and information. Promoted by the Ontario Residential Care Association, Open Doors is a way for the community to be more aware of what retirement resi- dences are all about. Paul Klopp, deputy mayor of the Municipality of Bluewater visited and brought best wishes. Arnetta Baker and family were gratified by the wonderful turnout Sun., Oct. 1 for her 90th birthday open house. Friends and family gathered to help her celebrate the milestone. St. Jacobs Farmers Market Queensway residents, volunteers and staff had a great day Thurs., Coats for Kids EXETER — During October, the Canadian Red Cross is collecting coats, snowsuits, snowpants, hats, mitts, scarves and boots from infant to adult for the annual Coats for Kids program. Local businesses have offered to be drop-off sites where people can donate winter apparel. In Exeter any item in good condi- tion with working zippers can be dropped off at one of several loca- tions including Canadian Tire, the Exeter Public Library, the Exeter United Church weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., MacLeans Home Hardware and Rona Cashway. Dropoffs can also be made in Hensall at D & D Variety and Rona Cashway in Zurich. Anyone needing winter clothing can drop by on Nov. 3-4 to pick up what their family needs. Items will be available to pick up Nov. 3 from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at the Exeter United Church. Volunteers are also needed to help with distribution on Nov. 3-4. Drivers are needed to help move items to Clinton from some of the other sites on Nov. 3 after 7 p.m and Nov. 4 before 11 a.m. For more information or if you would like to volunteer contact the Stratford/Huron-Perth branch of the Canadian Red Cross at 1-877- 528-8802. Sept. 28 when they traveled via Murphy Bus lines mobility bus to St. Jacobs Farmers Market. The trip had originally been planned for the 14th but had been rescheduled. The Fall colours were beautiful, making the bus ride as much an event as our destination. Residents and their assigned volun- teers were on their own after we arrived, free to shop and enjoy lunch at any number of locations with everyone meeting back at the bus by 2 p.m. All agreed this should be an annual bus trip. Hensall Presbyterian women pro- vided assistance and prizes at the last bingo for September on Monday afternoon. These ladies sponsor the bingos in both April and September. Rue Brenner of Faith Tabernacle led worship Tuesday afternoon for residents with Belva Fuss as volun- teer organist. Volunteer Edna Deita organized the Euchre enthusiasts Wednesday afternoon. Thursday evening's birthday party with entertainment by singer and pianist Lorne McKenzie of Wingham drew a good crowd despite the day's bus trip to St. Jacobs. Some commented that such an enjoyable day may have been energizing rather than exhausting. Coming Events Fri., Oct. 6 - Friendship Friday with Andy Rau and Friends - 7 p.m. Tues., Oct. 10 - Christian Reform Singers at 7 p.m. Sun., Oct. 15 - Nursing Home resi- dents and family Thanksgiving Dinner at Noon. Call Carol at 519-262-2830 ext 225 to book tickets. Sun., Oct. 15 - Retirement resi- dents and family Thanksgiving at 5 p.m. Call Julie at 519-262-2830 ext 223 to book tickets. HENSALL NEWS WHY FERTILIZE YOUR LAWN THIS FALL? A lawn should be fertilized in the spring, summer and fall, but the fall is probably the most important time to fertilize lawn grasses. Fall fertilizing stimulates a lawn to become thick and strong rather than increasing the top growth. In the fall, grass plants utilize fertilizer to manufacture food while, due to the cool temperatures, other plant processes are slowed down. Some fertilizer is stored in the plant tissues to produce a dense, green lawn early in the spring. A fall fertilizer supplies a homeowner with more value for the money spent. More nutrients are used in the direct maintenance of lawn density and its green colour. Try a fertilizer application this fall. Wed./Wm?, TRUST THE PROFESSIONALS! 237-3124 Technology left your business behind? Everyday, your business faces a host of new challenges. You need to stretch your resources as far as possible. How do you invest in technology that results in real productivity increases and competitive advantages? The answer is simple. 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