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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1986-01-01, Page 4A4 — THE HURON, EXPOSITOR, JANUARY 1, 1986 BRUSSELS AND AREA Recreation agreement Brussels Correspondent EDNA McLELLAN 887-9984 The recreation agreement for Brussels, Morris and Grey became official Monday night when representatives from the three municipalities signed the agreement. A lengthy letter was received by the three councils from the Ministry of Tourism and Recreation stating what were felt to be deficiencies in the agreement. W hen the three councils met at the Brussel`;, Morris and Grey Community Centre they went over the letter, a1121 points of it and decided that none of them prevented signing, The new agreement will see each municipality has one representative from their council. In addition Brussels and Grey township will each appoint three representatives and Morris will appoint two, Beginning in January, Brussels will contribute $8000 to the new joint recreation committee, Grey township 87000. and Morris township $4000, A related decision at the Brussels council meeting, held before and after the joint session, council decided to advertise for persons interestedin sitting on the recreation committee and all the other committees before appointing the new committees at the January meeting. Councillor Gordon Workman, who has been involved in recreation at the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre said he wanted people on the committee who were. there because of what they can give to the recreation program not because of what they can get out of it. ' LAST BINGO The last bingo of the season for the Royal Canadian Legion of Brussels was held on Friday December 20. The 14 regular games for turkeys were won by Velma Deveaie, Doreen McGlynn, Rob Burkholder, Mel Jacklin, .Mr. Bauer, Mary Jarvis, Rita Elliott, Leslie Black, Kim Stephenson, Mabel W illis, Jean Bewley this Whittard, Louise Hislop, Norm McClinchey. Three specials for$25.90 were won on orange card - Linda Tysen, grey card • Leslie Black, light purple card split, Jim McNeil and Viola Kirkby. Share the wealth on red card for $52.25 was split between Louise Hislop and Leslie Black each getting $26.25. Door prize was won by Mary Lowe. The Ladies Auxiliary sold tickets on a 50-50 draw and the winner was Helen Brenie, RR 2, Walton getting $204. t'RtSBYTERIAN NEW S Last large crowd was present at the In Advent service at Melville Presbyterian Church on Sunday, December 22. The Rev. Victor Jamieson officiated. Rev. Jamieson's sermon was Christmas in story and song. Thanks was given to Joanne King, director of music, and the members of the choir for their hours of preparation preceding the Christmas service. UNITED NEW S The United Church of Brussels was beautifully decorated for the Christmas service with Rev. Charles Carpentier presid- ing. The Sunday School presented The Shep-; herds Wonder W hat, with leader Jeanette Boynton, reader Craig Workman and the Advent Candles were lit by Chris Bridge. Bonnie Jacklin sang a solo and the choir had an anthem presentationA duet was sung by Lynda Thomas and Bohnie Jacklin. Prayers were said for Donelda Pearson, Nettie Bartley and Elvin McW hirter who are all patients in the W ingham Hospital and for others who are sick. The Official Board of the Pastoral Charge will meet W ednesday January 15 at 8 p.m. in Brussels United Church. On the agenda is the budget for 1986. BIRTHDAY PARTY HELD A successful second annual Cabbage Patch party was held at "The Trailer" in Brussels'`' on Saturday, December 14. Nineteen young people attended and 22 cabbage patch kids. Prizes were given for the longest and shortest named doll and the youngest child, three- year-old Eileen Exel. All children received a gift. Cheryl Bridge and Kathy Graber assisted the hostess Barbara Brown with the refresh- ments, fun and games. NURSING 110M NEW S Rev. Victor Jamieson of Melville Presby- terian Church had the weekly church service at Callander Nursing Home. Communion was also held for the residents. On Monday afternoon the residents -played bingo while Debbie Trollope, lona Moore and Frank Dunn decorated the home for Christmas. Doug and Evelyn Purdy from the Salvation Army visited in the evening. Euchre was played on Tuesday. Maggie Griffith spent the afternoon, with her niece Elizabeth McKercher of James- town. Rhos tree trimming time at the home on Wednesday evening. Betty Campbell played the piano and Linda Shaw led the sing song while the residents helped out with the trimming of the tree. little helpers were Jonathon Trollope, Curtis and Phillip Graber. Monthly birthday gifts were given to Bessie McCutcheon, Jack Calkers and Eva Stewart. Mr. and Mrs. Mac Gowan treated the staff to a roast beef dinner at the Brussels Legion on Thursday. Following a sing song and official games, Helen Blake and Jean Workman did a great job playing Strata. A t ank•you was expressed to Mr. and Mrs, MacGowan from all of the staff. On Friday morning Anne Smith played the piano and Rev. and M ts. Zehr, Karen Cardiff and Jean Evans led the discussion group in the afternoon. Saturday Bill Close attended the 50th wedding anniversary party of Mr. and Mrs, Jack Conely at the arena. David Hastings and Mike McPherson supplied his transportation in the Hastings van, Everyone is urged to come and ,pin the residents in their festivities. CI I RISTM AS M'EE'PING A large number of Indies turned out to enjoy the Christmas meeting of the Brussels United Church W omen, which was held in the basement of the church in the form of a potluck dinner. Pastor Doug Zehr said the grace before the Meal began. Betty Campbell' and larke McDonald led a sing song while the tables were being cleared, Durk() welcomed every- one and introduced the special guests Pastor Doug and Marian Zehr, Margaret W hitmere and her children Melissa and Brent, The meeting opened with a reading by Jeanette Boynton followed by a carol. Betty and Julie Campbell sang followed by another carol, Melissa and Brent then played a medley of pieces on their violins accompanied by their mother. Jean Bridge led in prayer. Doug and Marian conducted a meditation with them, a satirical take off on Jesus coming to earth, discussed by two angels. Mrs: Whitmore continued the theme of the meeting by singing a solo. The evening's message was given by Pastor Zehr. Marg then sang accompanied by Karen Cardiff. Jeanette Boynton closed tie meeting with a Christmas meditation. COMMUNITY CALENDAR If you're organizing a non-profit event of Interest to other Seaforth area residents, phone the recreation office at 627-0882 or the Expositor at 527-0240 or mall the Information to Community Calendar, The Huron Expositor, Box 69, Seaforth, Ontario NOK 1 WO well In advance of the scheduled date. Space for the Community Calendar Is donated by The Huron Expositor. Thursday, January 2 4:15-5:15 p.m! Atom Practice 5:15-6:15 p.m. Bantam Practice 6:30-7:30 p.m. Minor Broomball 7:30 p.m. Mens Broomball.. Friday, January 3 4-5 p.m. Sr, Houseleague Practice 5-6 p.m. Jr. Houseleague Practice 6-7 p.m. Pee Wee Practice 7-8 p.m. Ringette Practice 8-9:30 p.m. Atoms vs Arthur Saturday, January 4 7:30 a.m. Bruins vs North Stars 8:30 a.m. Canadians vs Oilers 9:30 a.m. Whalers vs Leafs 10:30 a.m. Jets vs Flyers 11:30 a.m. Penguins vs Flames 12:30.1:30 p.m. Ringette Practice 1:30-3 Public Skating 3-4 Mites 4-5 Novice vs Mitchell 5-6:30 p.m. Atom vs Mitchell 6:30-8 p.m. Pee Wees Sunday, January 5 1:30-3:30 Public Skating 5-6 p.m. Jr. Belles vs Huron Park 6-7 Belles Ringette 7:00 p.m. Canadians vs Rangers 8:30 p.m. Hawks vs Flyers Monday, January 6 4:30 - 8:30 p.m. Figure Skating Tuesday, January 7 5:30-6:30 Novice Practice 6:30-8:00 Bantams vs Clinton 8:30 p.m. Centenalres vs Clinton Wednesday, January 8 1:00-3:00 Moms and Tots Skating 1:30-4 p.m. SeniorShuffleboard 4:30.5:30 Ringette Practice 5:30.6:30 Midget Practice 6:30-7:30 Minor Broomball 7:30-8:30 Centenalres Pnictice 8:30 p.m. Ladies Broomball if '1 SCOTTISH DANCER Carly Price of Egmondville performed a sword dance at the Chltdren's Christmas concert hosted by the Seaforth Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 158. That concert was held Sunday, December 22, 1985 at the Legion Hall. Approximately 150 children were In attendance. •Mcllwralth photo Hullett authorizes agreement Hulled Township Council authorized the execution of a three-year agreement with the Seaforth and District Community Centres, al a special meeting held December 18, The agreement covers the township's share of the cost of operation and management of the community centre from 19116 to 198E1 inclusive • Also al the meeting, council passed a by-law authorizing the acquisition of Part lot 25. Concession 14. Mullett Township. for the purposes of the township. Council also concurred with a resolution from the Township of London regarding JANU'ARY AT 00 G ETTLER o 614 btiYI��w FINE FURN1 i UR January is an exciiing month gat GOETTLER'S because in addition to our consistently low prices we are pleased to announce the following "extra specials"... BACHERT MEATS compensation Lor tirelghtem to cover heart associated stress problems. stemming from fire duty Clerk Charles Lear was instructed by council to arrange a meeting with Auburn Intslcea, East and West W uwztnos(' Town- ships, 11ullct1 Township Cowl' and rcpt'o• sentativeS of Municipal Affairii.. re: the responsibilities in Auburn Council authorized the road superinlc•n dent to invite tenders for a new four-wheel drive half -ton pickup truck Approval was granted for a reduction of taxes under Section 496 of the M unicipal Act Call um for yaw cuSlom nlauehIwtlna nada SLAUGHTER DAY TUESDAY . 'FO, your hoolot, sides 01 BOu1, Pat,. Lamb 01 Vaal tort soncloa:o In Roma cured meals 0011 old (a5ni0n0d crwnlry 11510 perk 0ausoga, rw1 tillers away M TOM Gov't In0pac/Od 1 mite 887932$ Water Well DRILLING W. D. Hopper and Sons 4 MODERN ROTARY RIOS Nall Curt Jim 527-1737 627-0828 527.0775 CLEARANCE JOHN ELLIGSEN ELECTRIC LTD. 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