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The Times Advocate, 2007-07-04, Page 1212 Times–Advocate Wednesday,July 4, 2007 Exeter helps celebrate Canada's 140th birthday Celebrating Canada — Exeter's South Huron Rec Centre was once again the host of Canada Day festivities this year. Many activities were held during the day before the tradi- tional fireworks were set off Sunday night.Above, Hannah Fletcher sits patiently as Lee Brintnell gives her a temporary Pegasus tattoo. Hannah's sister Madison looks on. Playing the skins — Faith Rice, 20 months old, practices her drum- ming skills as part of the Connect Community Drum Circle. Nostalgia — The annual car show was another hit on Canada Day.As of noon Sunday, a record 1 19 vehicles had been registered for the show.Above, Hank and Hannah Arnold of Lucan stand with their 1951 Ford.Arnold has had his truck for five years and also attended Exeter's Canada Day last year. Below, Casey Cyr of the Exeter Playground staff is all smiles after being used as target practice. Photos by Scott Nixon Fun for the kids — Above, Kasie DaSilva of Exeter takes part in the `Relay Crazy' event, one of many activities in the arena hosted by the Exeter Summer Playground staff. Below, the Exeter fire department gives a vehicle extrication demonstration as ScottTurkheim takes an axe to the windshield.