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Home My WebLink AboutThe Times Advocate, 2005-12-21, Page 17Wednesday, December 21, 2005 Exeter Times–Advocate 17 Come and join in worship at Granton -Wesley UC By Muriel Lewis GRANTON CORRESPONDENT GRANTON - The Biddulph Blanshard Firefighters held their annual hay ride for chil- dren on December 11. Later, Santa Claus was at the Fire Hall with refreshments for the children. The annual Community supper, sponsored by the UCW, was held on December 13 at the Granton Wesley United Church, commencing at 5:30 p.m. Pastor Paul Vollick asked the grace and UCW president Margaret Bryan welcomed every- one. The program followed at 7 p.m. featuring the Old Spice Girls from Mitchell (including Audrey Harloff formerly of Granton). The group was introduced by Marilyn Humphrey, president of Unit 4 who were in charge of the program. Later, Marilyn and Margaret passed a candle of Peace to the Group which they had previously received from a former church. A short U.C.W. business meeting followed when donations were made to Middlesex Presbytery Resource Centre, Camp Kee -Mo -Kee, Mission Services of London, Canadian Bible Society, St. Marys Salvation Army food bank, Ailsa Craig food bank, VON HOMME, VON Palliative care and Granton Wesley United Church. GRANTON NEWS Pastor Paul Vollick was also presented with a gift from the U.C.W. Officers from the former two years were re- installed by the nominating committee. The meet- ing was closed with the UCW benediction and Margaret extended season's greetings to every- one. At the Granton -Wesley United Church on Sunday, December 18th Lay Pastor Paul Vollick led the service and the message was entitled `Love'. The lessons were from Psalm 89, Luke 1 and 1st Corinthians 13. Sara, Martin, Colin and Eric Burford lit the fourth Advent Candle. Elizabeth Herbert, Blake and Paige Forron con- tinued the story of the Jesse tree while the chil- dren decorated it. The Ministry of Music was 'Oh, that Hallelujah Night'. The Community Carol Sing was held at the St. Patrick's Catholic Church on Sunday night, December 18th, when the Granton Wesley U.C. Choir took part. At Granton -Wesley United Church the Christmas Eve Service will be at 7 p.m. Christmas Day Service 10 a.m. New Years Day Service 10 a.m. At St. Paul's Anglican Church in Kirkton on Sunday, December 18th (Advent 4) Rev. Dalice Sim led the lessons and carols service. Thomas Schaus and Garth Blackler lit the Advent Candles. The lessons were read by Sarah Blackler, George Burgin, Garth Blackler, Mary Blackler, Emma Blackler, Jill Schaus, and Rev. Dalice Sim. The Christmas Eve service is scheduled for 9 p.m. and a New Years Day service at 9:15 a.m. Counterfeit bills found in Exeter again EXETER — On Dec. 15 an unknown party sub- mitted a counterfeit $20 bill to the Exeter Liquor store. The Canadian currency submitted is of high quality and has a serial #SDA6851121. Huron OPP are reminding busi- ness owners to take their time and look at the safety features of Canadian currency. We have great last minute shopping ideas Gift Baskets • Soap • Candles & more Ferguson Aviaries 519-236-4979 Hwy 84 between Hensall & Zuirch Open Thursday - Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 P.M. Home for the holidays - • a s coping with the festive chaos p tells us, anyway. But for many— (NC)— It's the most wonderful time of the year—that's what the song teethe shopping list, a ed. A to be -in-lacleaned, celebrating Christmas, Hanukah or Kwanza six -foot -long ason to be stressed. A mother-in-law come t whether ce your worries; there's also moving in is the least of yeah, kids to be entertained. Your to-do list meals to be made, parties to be thrown and, oh We will survive—and have fun doing it. Here are few ideas to make managing holiday mayhem a resemble an epic movie. eciall if it's a new whole lot easier. present is a good idea—esp Y • Keep kids occupied and out from under -foot. An early • Stay well -stocked. Pack the pantry with nibbles in advance of the onslaught. Salted nuts, fruit cake, game that will have half-pints happily entertained for hours. assorted cheeses serve as sophisticated cocktail fare while cookies and cakes will satisfy crackers and ass younger sweet ,bakeby tasks to the last minute. Before t e • Make ahead, bake ahead. Most holiday stress is created leaving full swing (and while the kids are still in school) take some time to bake treats, o holidays are in wines and bottles of one would love—and ooths. them in the freezer for unexpected visits. resents most any • Buyh a few wrappedegifts—board should anyone surprise you with an unanticipated little -something. have them and ready, Christmas party hosts liable for guests' drinking injuries or that As the host of a Christmas party, you can be held legally responsible ofo oguests damages they are (NC)— you serve, and for the actions and safety art safe until lawsuit -free: occurbas a resultrtheyof the alcohol tips for keeping your party sober, even after leave your party. Here are some wiming snowmobiling) • Plan for potentially dangerous activities (boating, • Make arrangements for your guests to get home safely (taxi, designated driver) or stay overnight • Mix drinks yourself or hire a bartender is • Stop serving alcohol a few hours before theparty stay is over top of potential problems • Ask a friend to stay sober with you helpvisitingthe • Plan ahead just some of the many useful tips that can be found by These holiday safety tips are has canaform.tio Justn click an nment of Canada website, canada.gc.ca. The sor by visiting of information on holiday Government safety. You can access the information by calling 1 -800 -0 -Canada the A to Z index on the site to find the words Holiday Safety. e package part of the gift this holiday season Make th p g Today, amore people effort into creative gift -wrapping, proving that the perfect gift can be made (NC)—They say that "it's all in the delivery,' and that's definitely true of gift -giving. are putting extra time and detail. even more special with wonderful packaging. taken the time to think of every Uniquely packaged gifts show family and friends that you've Creating t' beautifully wrapped gifts doesn't have to be expensive or limited to fancy papers and ribbons. TO RECEIVE AS THEY ARE TO UNWRAP: The key is to get creative. HERE ARE SOME TIPS FOR CREATING PACKAGES THAT AREAS FUN your gift to match a theme. Arrange a gourmet's gift in a mixing bowl, use the Choose packaging wrap r efto the the theme material when bowl, use t e It's always fun to aasorts ehusiast's present or use popcorn for paacking sports pages to wrap movie buffs gift • Send a batch of chocolate chip cookies f moos through the t map cookies inside a new baking pan. ail Tuck all the dry ingredients and recipe for yourto luckyrecipients who have e it in a box with plenty of packing material and it's ready to ship Package everything they need for a batch of cookies. ft Consider sending y Make the delivery part off the g eor aarrange a special delivery to your recipient's workplace or e arriving when and where one least expects it makes the gift home. The excitement of a personal package extra special. Wrap gifts in reusable containers jewellery boxes, hats or jars, baskets, wooden boxes, buckets, jellery any garden tools in Get creative with containers. Cookie t boplacing other reusable container can be a gffx. Match the container to the gift,a azine rack. flower pot or a yearly subscription in a mag rppin rapping paper out of your favourite drawings or photos. Create personalized wrapping paper Be creative by making personalized w Look no further iece of fabric, Have fun with found materials gpotential gift wrapping materials. An extra p ossi- than your own home for twine in the gardening shed, an antique cigar box or your kids' artwork are just a few of the many bilities that emerge from everyday objects around the house. NOTICE Huron County Administration Centre in Goderich will be closed Monday, December 26th, Tuesday, December 27th, 2005 and Monday, January 2nd, 2006. We would like to wish you and your families a very Merry Christmas and a Safe and Happy New Year. Warden Robert Morley, Huron County Council and Staff. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to all our VERY COOL MEMBERS and our FRIENDS & ASSOCIATES eanrery. ‘it<erda, at Curves in Exeter