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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Lucknow Sentinel, 2015-12-02, Page 11Submitted Cathy Elphick from Cargill and Lynn Schnurr from Paisley are checking out the merchandise. Ripley Christmas Store sets up shop to showcase local talent Tryntje Eisen Ripley Hort. Society Suddenly it was there: a Christmas store in Ripley full of delights for Christmas shoppers. The doors were opened on Nov. 17 and ever since there has been a steady stream of people coming in looking for that original gift. Organizer Diane Mc Cull- och is very happy with the enthusiastic response of vendors and buyers alike. The store contains an amaz- ing variety of products that are produced locally by peo- ple passionate about their handy work. One can find original paintings, photogra- phy, Christmas wreaths, cards, needlework, metal- work, glasswork, woodwork, jewelry, painted stones, food in jars, chocolate etc. It's cooperatively operated by the vendors, although Diane puts in most of her time. There's a spirit of joy in this communal endeavour. It's great to see the otherwise empty building on the cor- ner of Queen and Huron streets now filled with Christmas cheer. Items are paid by cash, but the Royal Bank ATM machine is right across the street for a quick exchange from plastic to paper money for those caught off guard. Every $ 10 spent will be punched on the Lucknow and Ripley Holiday shopping pass that can be entered in a draw once completed. Store hours: Monday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m, Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The last day of operation will be Dec. 24, though it is not advised to delay visiting this Christmas store in the heart of Ripley as items are moving out fast. Dungannon Christmas in the Country upcoming Dec. 5 Christmas in the Country is again being hosted at the Ag Hall in Dungannon on Dec.5. There will be lots of ven- dors and goodies on site to help put a dent into your Christmas shopping. A blast of winter last week- end eekend was welcomed by all? We are thankful for great bus drivers in our community that get our kiddies to school and back, especially in inclement weather. Drivers slow down and be aware and we will all do our best to keep everyone safe. Keith Hildebrand is cur- rently living in Toronto in a co-op residence. He is studying at Eight Branches Academy of Eastern Medi- cine and will graduate in August next year. This Jan- uary, he begins his third year of the acupuncture diploma program. A big welcome to new Dungan- nonites Dave Wilson and Brandy Gregory. They have just recently acquired their new home on Crawford Street. Got news? E-mail dun- gannonnews@gmail.com Wednesday, December 2, 2015 • Lucknow Sentinel 11 Rural Women's Health Support Initiative funded by Community Foundation The Federated Women's Institutes of Ontario (FWIO) is developing a Rural Wom- en's Health Support Initia- tive with funding from Com- munity Foundation Grey Bruce. The $4,000 grant will be used to create innovative training workshops for rural women in Grey and Bruce counties. "The idea is women supporting women," said Andrea Morrison, pro- gram and communications manager for FWIO. "These workshops will be open to women in the community who are interested in health coaching. The goal is to cre- ate a network of volunteer health coaches who can help rural women caregivers explore how to better look after themselves and the loved ones they are caring for." This pilot project will be a cooperative effort between FWIO's ROSE (Rural Ontario Sharing Education) Pro- gram, Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health and local WI Members, of which there are 350 in 26 Branches across Grey and Bruce counties. The hope is that this project could be replicated in other commu- nities across Ontario. The training workshops will be facilitated by Sheila Schuehlein, president of Gateway Centre of Excel- lence in Rural Health, who is a graduate of the Duke Uni- versity School of Integrative Medicine's Health Coaching Program. Partial funding for this ini- tiative was received through a Gateway grant from Green Shield Canada. The project will be fur- ther developed throughout the winter months, with the workshops anticipated for spring 2016. About the Women's Institute Formed in 1897, the Wom- en's Institute (WI) is a non- profit organization dedi- cated to personal growth and community action. It offers many opportunities for learning, leadership, friendship, travel and involvement in a variety of issues and interests. The WI has approximately 3,500 Members and 280 Branches across Ontario. Through its connections with the Fed- erated Women's Institutes of Canada (FWIC) and the Associated Country Women of the World (ACWW), FWIO belongs to a global sisterhood of women working to improve the quality of life for all women, their families and communities. For more information visit www.fwio.on.ca Purple Grove WI welcomes guest speaker at November meeting Mary Anne Kukoly Purple Grove WI The November meeting of the Purple Grove Wom- en's Institute was held at the Community Centre. President Janet Rhody welcomed all members and guests. Our hostess Janet Nixon had the centre look- ing welcoming. The Scrip- ture was read by Shirley MacDonald. Congratula- tions were given to Mary Boyle of Lucknow who was honoured as the oldest 4-H member/leader at the 100th Anniversary nwmo NUCLEAR WASTE MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION celebration of the 4-H organization. Some of our members commented about their thankfulness for Mary's commitment while they were attending 4-H. Janet R said she would be pleased to lay the wreath at the Remembrance Day Ser- vice in Ripley. We are invited to the Reid's Cor- ners W I for their Nov. 18 meeting. Reports were given about the Convention and Rally in October. Mary Anne read a letter from the WI historian of Ryder Lake BC. Her letter was posted on line with the Kincardine SOCIETE DE GESTION DES DECHETS NUCLEAIRES Record. Mary Anne invited everyone to attend the Christmas Concert at the Community Centre on Dec. 19. Our Convener Fran Far- rell introduced the Guest Speaker Nancy Ackert a Life Insurance and Finan- cial Advisor from Kincar- dine. Nancy spoke about some of the new Provincial regulations in estate plan- ning. One of her startling comments was that an executor has only 90 days to do all the paperwork involved in an estate. Her very informative NWMO Learn More Centre The Township of Huron -Kinloss is one of nine communities involved in a process of learning about Adaptive Phased Management (APM), Canada's plan for the safe, long-term management of used nuclear fuel. The Nuclear Waste Management Organization is working collaboratively with the community to advance preliminary assessment studies. Learn about APM, meet NWMO staff, ask questions and offer your thoughts. Drop in to the NWMO community office and Learn More Centre in Ripley. Everyone is welcome. presentation had most of us rethinking our estate plan- ning. At the end of the pres- entation Nancy gave out three door prizes. She was thanked by Fran and was available for many ques- tions during the lunch time. Lots of good discus- sions ensued while we enjoyed the lunch provided by Marilyn Reid, Janet Rhody and Wilma Sutton. The next meeting will be Dec. 2 in the afternoon at Fran's. We are all looking forward the craft demon- stration by Joanne VanDam." NWMO Learn More Centre (Huron -Kinloss) 80 Huron Street, Ripley ON 519.386.6711 Wednesday Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.