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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2008-01-02, Page 7Nave You Ever Wondered••• What s The Bible All About? A Seven Week Introduction to the Bible course is being offered starting Jan 15th, 2008 by Scott Stein, MDiv. This course is specifically designed for the person with little to no Bible knowledge, no church affiliation, but an interest to learn what's inside the best selling book in the history of the world. Classes will meet from 6.30.8:OOpm at the Center for Employment and Learning, 349 Main St., Exeter. To register or for more information, call 235-3381 Wednesday,January 2, 2008 Times—Advocate 7 Large geranium Still growing — Hensall Queensway resident John Henderson, who shares a room with his wife Jean, has been growing a geranium since July which sits at nearly five feet and is still growing. (photo/Nina Van Lieshout) Friendly competition — Central Huron Secondary School principal Laurie Langstaff and South Huron District High School principal Jeff Reaburn had a friendly challenge between the two schools this year as part of the Christmas Bureau Campaign with the principal of the school which collected less on a per student basis wearing the hockey jersey of the other school.The Christmas Bureau Campaign at both schools was a great success and in the spirit of co-operation and mutual respect for each other, Langstaff and Reaburn agreed to model the jerseys of each other's school. (photo/submitted) cooking with memories BY DEBBY WAGLER CHICKEN IN MUSHROOM GRAVY THOUGHT IT WOULD BE NICE TO PUT TWO MORE SLOW COOKER RECIPES IN FOR EARLY JANUARY. HOW NICE TO COME HOME TO A MEAL ALL PREPARED. THIS RECIPE IS A NICE COMFORT TYPE FOOD. 3 whole chicken breasts halved Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can sliced drained mushrooms Place chicken in the slow cooker. Season it and then mix the wine and soup and pour over chicken. Add mushrooms. Cover and cook on Low 7-9 hours. Serve with rice or noodles. DON'T FORGET TO SEND DEBBY YOUR FAVORITE RECIPES AS SHE WILL BE FEATURING SOME OF THEM IN THE LAST WEEKS OF JANUARY. SEND TO HER E-MAIL AT debby_wags@p hotmail.com OR TAKE IT IN TO THE TIMES ADVOCATE OFFICE WHERE SHE WILL PICK THEM UP. Zurich homcs havc a host of baautiful Christmas lights By Carmel Sweeney ZURICH CORRESPONDENT ZURICH - Wow, I guess we all made it through another Christmas, eh with all the rush of shop- ping and wrapping and gifts, baking and prepar- ing meals for relatives, etc.? The weather was great for those travelling to var- ious places to celebrate the holidays with their families. Our midnight Mass of the Nativity (which was actually at 10 p.m.) this year at St. Boniface Church was just beauti- fully decorated for the occasion and the choir was just great! Several family get- togethers were held in the village and I am sure all had a good time visit- ing and eating. The Sweeney families (about 20 of us) had a wonderful Christmas turkey dinner (with all the trimmings) at the farm house of our grand- son, Tim Klopp this year at RR 2 Zurich. We all helped with bringing the food for a delicious meal. Afterwards in the evening everyone headed for the Maple Woods Apartments to join the rest of the Gelinas family members to celebrate Christmas with Marie Gelinas. Relatives came from various places and enjoyed visiting and eat- ing again, playing our gift exchange (stealing game) followed by music and a sing along. A good time was had by all. The family of John and Bridget Groot held their big family Christmas din- ner and get-together on Sun., Dec. 23 at the Complex in Zurich for about 70 people, being their children and spous- es, grand and great grand children attending. Victor and Irene Hartmann of the Parkside subdivision celebrated Christmas with their fam- ily on Boxing Day, having dinner at their home. Free skating dates and times - Zurich Complex Hey kids, moms and dads: There is free skat- ing at the Zurich Arena during the holidays this week on Mon. Dec. 31 from 12:30 - 1:50 p.m., Wed., Jan. 2 from 1 p.m. - 2:20 p.m., Thurs., Jan 3 from 1 p.m. - 2:20 p.m., Fri., Jan. 4 from 1 p.m. - 2:20 p.m., Sun., Jan. 6 from 6 p.m. - 6:50 p.m. Families are welcome to come out and have fun skating together! Christmas lights winners Congratulations to the lucky winners of the Christmas lights house decorating contest. First place went to Peter and Jeannette Regier, with honorable mention plaques to Denny and Rose Overholt and Fred and Audrey Haberer all of Zurich. Members of the Chamber of Commerce that did the judging said there were many other nicely decorated houses and it's worth taking a ride around town at night to see them all this week. Tree disposal Anyone that has a real Christmas tree can take it to the burn pile behind the complex whenever you take it down. Birthday wishes go out to Jessica Geoffrey on Dec. 30, Marg Johnston Dec. 31, at the rest home, and Phil Dietrich on Dec. 31. The dog tags for 2008 are now due and can be picked up at the Bluewater Municipal Office in Zurich from Bonnie or call her at 236- 4351 (ext. 232) for more information on cost (or if you have a new dog since last year). Any new fami- lies in the area with dogs that are not already on the list must also register. The deadline for tag and license is by the end of February or you will be charged an extra $10. Remember dogs must also be up to date with all their shots. Community Kitchen There will be no cook- ing at the community kitchen (normally held at the Lutheran Church Hall) during January. For more information on this project call Mary Walker Thiel at 236-4557 for the February dates. Mike and Alice Scott spent the Christmas holi- days in Burlington at the home of their daughter Cindy and family. Mark and Dianne Tucker of RR 2 Zurich spent the past two weeks in Vancouver visiting with their son and family for Christmas. Richard and Kathy Breakey of Edmonton have recently moved to Bayfield, as they are both retired now, having fami- ly members in London. Capsule Comments by Ernie Miatello The start of a new year often enables us to ask questions about our habits during the old year. Much is written about the dangers of smoking but alcohol consumption can be a problem especially when it's too much. A few years ago, a short test was devised to help people determine if they were drinking too much. 1. Have you ever felt you should cut down on your drinking? 2. Have you been annoyed by people who criticize your drinking? 3. Have you ever felt bad or guilty about your drinking? 4. Have you ever had an incomplete memory of the evening before due to drinking? 5. Have you ever taken a drink first thing in the morning to steady your nerves? If you answered yes to many of these questions, it may be time to obtain some help. You may have a drinking problem. Besides the social problems that too much alcohol can cause, it can interfere with restful sleep. It can interact with many prescribed and over-the-counter medications. And these interactions can reduce mental and physical well- being. Whether it is enjoying these yummy high-fat hamburgers, those highly sugared soft drinks or drinks of wine or spirits, moderation is the key. Some people have cut alcohol out of their life altogether and are amazed at how good they feel physically, mentally and spiritually. On behalf of all the wonderful people who work in our pharmacy, I wish you only the very best for 2008. We look forward to serving you in our pharmacy soon. Huron Apothecary Ltd. Phone 235-1982, ReXall 440 Main St. Exeter "YOUR HEALTH CARE PHARMACY" dj