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The Times Advocate, 2008-04-09, Page 11Wednesday, April 9, 2008 Times—Advocate 11 Queensway's volunteers care and make a difference HENSALL — Queensway held a volun- teer appreciation afternoon Sunday with message and music by Bob Heywood. We were so pleased to be filled almost to capacity with the wonderful people that share their time and talents with not only Queensway but numerous other facilities and organizations. Queensway administrator, Kathy Holdsworth opened the afternoon by speaking about the spirit of gratitude we develop over the years for relationships as we experience losses and changes that come with aging. Volunteers appreciated For many people living life in a pur- poseful way, desiring to make a differ- ence and helping others is the road to ful- fillment and peace. Kathy thanked everyone present for making a differ- ence at Queensway by sharing their gifts of care and friendship. Bob Heywood sang his amazing repertoire of songs throughout the afternoon while refreshments of fresh fruit trays, cake, punch, tea and cof- fee were served. Draw prizes won: "Chicken Soup For the Volunteer Soul" books - Jim Scott and Mona Alderdice. Humming Bird Feeder - Miny DeVries. Springtime potted plants - Betty Brand and Bill Flynn. Dinner for Two at Carol's - Joan McCallum. Fun and fitness with Nicole started everyone off on the right track Monday with a good workout which finished with some energetic use of a Horticultural Society meets By Liz Sangster HENSALL CORRESPONDENT HENSALL - At Hensall United Church, service began with welcome and announcements and the passing of the peace. The sermon was "In His Righteousness" Service closed with benediction and choral amen. At Carmel Presbyterian Church Rev. Andy Meinen was the minister with Joyce Pepper playing the organ. Al Hoggarth and Frank Varley received the offering. Rev. Ken Knight conducted communion service assisted by Al Hoggarth and Harry Moir. Come out and enjoy the April meal at the Hensall Drop -In on April 17 at Hensall United Church. Lunch will be served at 12 noon. Following lunch, we will be hearing from Trish about "First Link". Come on out for the fellowship and great food. We welcome all local individuals to this luncheon. The cost is $6 per person. If required, transportation can be provided. To make reservations, contact Kay Mock at 262-3231 or Faye Skinner at 235-0258 by noon on Mon., April 14. The Hensall and Community Horticultural Society will hold their April meeting on Mon., April 14 at 7:30 p.m. at Hensall United Church. The guest speaker will be Anna Peterson of St. Marys. She will demonstrate how to arrange a bou- quet for presentation at a flower show. Everyone is welcome to attend this special meeting. Lunch and a social time will follow. Shuffleboard scores The Hensall shuffleboard scores for April 1 are as follows: (5 games) Doris Hamilton 436, Hank Dorssers 433, Theo Vandenboom 365. (4 games) Lorraine Alexander 452, Bill Coleman 396, Ann Van Dorren 377, Doris Muir 279. (3 games) Grant McGregor 416, Charlotte Norton 368, Willy Hoonaert 348, June Martini 326, Joe Van Dorren 325, Merle McLellan 279. group favourite, the parachute. Bingo with the legion women kept everyone occupied in the afternoon. Massage ther- apist, Lori Burt was greeted Monday by the many residents who look forward to her services. Queensway's volunteer auxiliary met Tuesday morning and welcomed Edna Deitz back from her Florida holiday and Rita Van Wieren back from her convales- cence. The busy April calendar was pre- viewed with the women offering their assistance where needed. In the after- noon Rev. John Trembulak of the Dashwood Lutheran Church lead wor- ship. Residents commented that they appreciated his great message and the fact that his old time preachers voice has no need of our sound system. Volunteer Donna Smale organized the euchre games Wednesday afternoon. Thursday the retirement residents hosted a `lunch and learn' event with Barry McCarthy, a volunteer with the Arthritis Society who presented "Facts on Arthritis" to retirement and community seniors. The session ended with an infor- mative question and answer period fol- lowed by sweet treats, cheese and crack- ers, and coffee. Lisa Stewart, music therapist lead her small music group as well as the Rhythm for Life drumming group. The drumming group is quickly turning into a favourite program. The tuck/library cart made its rounds Friday afternoon as residents returned their books and checked out new offer- ings. It's nice to see residents accessing this service. In the evening Friendship Friday drew a good crowd as residents gathered to hear the unique music of Andy and Friends. 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