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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2008-12-10, Page 7Wednesday, December 10, 2008 Times -Advocate 7 Broadway donation The community cabaret show A salute to Broadway presented in November raised $5,100 for two local charities. Producer/director/ choreographer Deb Homuth (second from left) presents a cheque to (from left) Habitat for Humanity Exeter build committee member Heather Beattie, while the shows vocal coach Cecile Muller presents a cheque to South Huron Big Brothers and Sisters resource co-ordinator Amy Schwartzentruber and executive director Bruce Shaw. (photo/Pat Bolen) Sounds of the season The South Huron District High School bands held their annual Christmas con- cert Dec. 3, in support of the Huron County Christmas Bureau. Shown here is percussion ensemble member Lana Shapton playing the xylo- phone during the rendition of a Christmas tune. (photo/Ben Forrest) Queensway reaches out to help others HENSALL Residents enjoyed a very special Christmas church service Tues., Dec. 2 when Pastor Phil and Jenn Wagler along with Lynette Roes and Mary Ellen Zeilman, of Zurich Mennonite Church, (all parents who homeschool their chil- dren) brought residents a beautiful old time Christmas program. With Benjamin Wagler accompanying on piano the little choir sang a number of Christmas carols. Katherine Zielman read a Christmas story and Karen Zielman played, It Came Upon a Midnight Clear on the piano. Caleb Wagler did a poem called "Snowman" for the very appreciative audience and following their program the young people and their par- ents spent time visiting with residents. Queensway's volunteer auxiliary mem- bers were pleased to receive a small gift of appreciation from the residents council in acknowledgement of the many ways their volunteer service has a positive impact on the residents quality of life. At the family council portion of the meeting discussion centered around the truckload of donated items on the way to Mississauga early in the week for shipment to a third world country. Collection of items for the Huron County Christmas Bureau will start Dec. 8 for delivery to Exeter Christian Reform Church Dec. 12. During this Christmas Sea- son the true joy comes from what we can do for others in these uncertain economic times. Community Living clients with their sup- port worker Barbara, provided assistance at the Monday afternoon bingo game and in the evening residents welcomed one to one visiting, games, and reading and remi- niscing with Cassie. Wednesday morning residents worked out with Mandi and following exercises participated in Chime Choir with Lisa Stewart. Donna Smale was in to organize euchre games in the afternoon. In the eve- ning Murphy Bus Lines mobility bus had a full load of residents for a wonderful Christmas Light Tour throughout Exeter. Residents welcomed the opportunity to be out and about to enjoy the sights and sounds of the season and another group will benefit Wednesday evening Dec. 10. Thursday afternoon Rev. Wilbert Schwindt of Clinton gave a wonderful pro- gram of violin music and also presented a unique musical experience for residents when he played the Whiskey Bottles. Rev. Schwindt had quite a message to share with residents through making music with these unusual instruments. In the evening student activation aide, Genelle assisted some residents to experience a new style of workout when she helped them play our newly purchased Wii game. The Wii game workouts are scheduled each Tuesday and Thursday evenings for the adventurous residents willing to participate as well as other times times as desired. Andy's Friends provided their upbeat music for Residents who attended Friend- ship Friday in the home lounge Friday eve- ning, with volunteer Edna Deitz assisting. Residents gathered Sunday afternoon for a Tea Party with Sharon in the unit dining room. Delicious piping hot tea and coffee in our good china cups and special seasonal sweets were shared among the residents in attendance and any visitors lucky enough to be visiting between 2 and 3 p.m. We want to remind family and friends that you are welcome to join us for all of our special Christmas events. Christmas came early for 92 year old Ar- netta Baker of Queensway Nursing Home. Her niece Rose Marie Rader of Dashwood took her to see Kenny Rogers at J.L.C. Mon- day night in London. STOREWIDE NO TAX UNTIL CHRISTMAS PLUS MANY MORE PRE -BOXING DAY SPECIALS IN EFFECT NOW FDJ French Dressing • Not Your Daughter's Jeans as seen on Oprah! • Tribal - Simon Chang Woolrich for men & ladies • Nygard • Tommy Hilfiger • Joe Boxer • Jockey BRIGITTE'S FASHIONS FINE MENSWEAR 373 Main St. Exeter 519-235-0442