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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1989-05-17, Page 47THE HURON EXPOSITOR, MAY 31, 1989 — 11A NOTICE DECORATION DAY LEGION BRANCH 156 installed its officers for the coming year, and they are (back left) Chaplain Frank Golding, Sgt. at Arms George Case, Secretary Thelma Coombs, Ser- vice Officer Cleave Coombs, Membership Chairman Al Nicholson, Executive Commit- tee member Errol Skillender, (front) Second Vice -President Henry Ziler, Peet President Jim Watson, President Mel Melanson, First Vice -President Gordon Dejong, and Third Vice -President Everett Felker. Missing are executive comittee members Randy Dayman, John Lansink, Bili Morris, and Frank Phillips. Corbett photo. A $1;000 DONATION was made to the Seaforth Community Hospital Building Fund by the Ladies Auxiliary of the Seaforth Legion recently. Fundraising committee chairman Marlen Vincent is seen here accepting the -donation from auxiliary Past President Eva Brown and President Jane Case. Corbett photo. Maplew.od resp This newsletter for Maplewood includes two weeks of activities. On. Monday and Tuesday mornings May 15 and 16 the Huron County Health Unit provided denture care for the residents. The dental • nurses Barb Doughterty and —Jean Dougherty showed a slide presenta- tion and explainedtheir service. Residents were very interested in the ser- vice and it was two busy mornings. Euchre was held both Tuesdays. •Even when the weather gets warm, the game of euchre is a great way to spend a cou- ple of hours. The first Wednesday morning, Bethel Bible Church in Egmondville was conduc- ting the ministerial service. In Pastor Sadler's absence, Mr. and Mrs. Lobb led the service. Lola McGonigle assisted with the church service. Mr. and Mrs. Lobb of Clinton accepted an invitation to stay for dinner at noon. The second week Rev. Don Jones of the Seaforth United Church conducted the service. Maplewood appreciates the ministers' visits each week. Wednesday afternoon Shirley Brooker led the residents through the fitness exer- cises. A large group always joins in for exercises. Just as much fun as stretching and bending is the good visit everyone has after the exercises while they have refreshments. On Wednesday, May 24, the Huron County Health Unit held the foot care clinic. This service for the seniors in the community and Maplewood is excellent. The next clinic will be held July 26. Anyone wishing to attend the clinic but does not have transportation, please call Maplewood and a ride will be provided. The last Lions T.V. Bingo for this season was held May 17. The enthusiastic players were hoping for a big win on the Last night but no one from Maplewood was lucky. There is always next year! Thank you to Marj Maloney and Anne Downey for their help during the year, it was very much appreciated. Thursday afternoon, May 18, the WMS of the Presbyterian Church held their ents ea Loy show meeting at Maplewood in the upstairs lounge. This thoughtful change meant some residents were able to ,join the meeting as well. After the meeting the ladies enjoyed tea and dessert in the din- ing room. Thank you to Mrs. Donnie Smith for making the arrangements. Ori both Fridays Ruth Bock Was in charge of Maplewood Bingo. Winners of a game each week were Mary Sharp, Elsie Shaddick and Minna Scott and winners of one game were Olive Travis, May Habkirk, Grace Titford and Anne Agar. • On Saturday, May 27 Geri Fashions of London set up their store in the downstairs lounge of Maplewood. Residents, visitors and staff browsed and shopped through the many rocks of clothing. A fashion show was held at 2 p.m. Thank -you to Marj. Maloney, Ruth Bock, Mabel Strong, Audrey MacLean, Helen Nott and Inge Lindemann, who did a fantastic job modelling the outfits. Thank you to Carole Carter who provided the musical accompaniment on the piano. After the show, three draws were made for prizes. Matti McGregor won a sweather, Jane Habkirk won a pair of slippers and Ruth Bock won a necklace. Tea and dessert were served in the din- ing room. Thank you to volunteers Anne Downey, Gretta Kerr and Eva McCart- ney, Katie Craig and Julie Medd. Also thank you to Brad, Brett and Ross Ribey for their help on Saturday. The afternoon is always a lot of fun and we look for- ward to the next show in the fall. Maplewood was pleased to have Carl Uhler as a guest for the May 24 holiday weekend. Anyone wishing to spend a vacation stay at Maplewood is very welcome. For the summer months, June, July and August the newsletter will be in the paper at the end of each month. Maplewood welcomes seniors to join the residents on the summer bus trips: Satur- day, June 3 at 11:20 a.m. - Clinton spring fair .parade; Monday, June 26 at 10 a.m. - Stratford, picnic and tour of flower gardens, Queensway residents enjoy show Queensway Nursing Home residents had such a good week at Queensway it's difficult to decide which event was the highlight. Tuesday afternoon Ted Prouty of the Exeter Pentecostal Church led the wor- ship service. His wife Dorothy led the hymn singing with Joyce Pepper as pianist. Several residents enjoyed library time outdoors on Wednesday. It was a - beautiful sunny day conducive to poetry reading. Thursday afternoon the featured movie "Treasure Inland" was viewed by several residents. In the evening Ed and Donne Lesperanee, Max Dueharme and Gord Bleck helped residents celebrate May bir- ,thdays at the monthly Birthday Party. There are definitely .many country and western music fans among the residents judging from the crowded dance 'floor. )Bir°tllday greetings to Lillian Smith, Janet McKinnon, Lorne Johnston, Lloyd > McDowell, Lucille Jeffrey, Bill Eveland, Aleida Kats, Elmer -Potter, Luella Hall, Hazel Mason and Earl Gray. 1 Side& Connell met Friday morning. .Several top1�s were ;disc ed.,and deci- itioAa made. [n the< aftert'ioon :Joyce Pep- ,,;;aer,;joiiaed reaiderlts'.fOr arir practice. • On Saturday, Queensway took part in the Hensall Community Yard Sale. Despite a rather drizzly cool start, the weather did improve as did sales. A big thank you to the wonderful auxiliary for their help and all the people that either donated items to sell or patronized Queensway's sale. With the cool weather we especially did a booming business With our fresh coffee and donuts. The Queensway resident council would like to thank everyone for their support. Sunday a special treat was in store for everyone when members of the Thames Valley Kennel Club presented their show on the south lawn. Six owners put their dogs through their paces with commen- tary and explanations provided by a master of ceremonies. Three levels of 'training were demonstrated -novice, open and utility. The obedience with just hand signals was especially impressive. Following the show the dogs and owners visited residents indoors. If anyone miss- ed this ;show don't ,deepair we're having them back in September. Coming events: Saturday, June 111, Hen - Sall Spring Pair; Thurseri Fashio and Saturday Y' June N une 22the Strawberry Social. .S THE LEGION LADIES AUXILIARY was also installed. on Saturday. Serving will be (back, left) Treasurer Margaret Ungarian, Secretary Peg Coombs, Executive Thelma Coombs, Executive Annie Malcolm, (front) Past President Eva Brown, President Jane Case and First Vice -President Mary Doig. Missing are Sgt. at Arms ()lave Little; Sports Officer Jacqueline Racho; Executives Phyllis Brown, 'Dilys Finnigan, Janet Rice, and Barbara Scott; and Second Vice -President Pat Schellenberger. Corbett photo. Legion holds golf scramble The first golf match of the season was held last Saturday in the form of a golf scramble. Over 50 golfers were entered in the contest and a good time had by all. There will be another contest later in the summer and organizer Linda deserves a good hand for the effort she contributes to the Legion sports. On Saturday night the joint installation of the men and the officers of the aux- iliary was held. An installation team from Clinton was introduced by its Presi- dent Paul Cormier. It installed Seaforth's officers for the coming term. The branch seniors chairman Murray Ross is holding a seminar for Canada Pension recipients and those who are in- terested nearing retirement. The Canada Pension director for this region will be present to speak on the issues of the pen- sion plan from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m- in the evening on June 14. This meeting is open to the public and it is hoped seniors already retired and those considering retirement will avail themselves of this opportunity to hear all about the Canada Pension Plan. Branch Service Officer Cleave Coombs says the Provincial Service officer will be at the branch Tuesday, June 20 at 3 p.m. Anyone wishing an opportunity please contact Clive at 522-1155. Dates coming ,:up in June to help us celebrate our 60th anniversary are: the N ERM'Clnlec Yac Ctoke Re9M Choice. LEGION NEWS by Gordon Scott steak barbecue on June 17th with Gwen Harburn and her committee of affiliates hosting the occasion, with entertainment in the afternoon and evening; .on the following Saturday, June 24 is the branch men's golf at the local course. There is a list on the bullet' , board to sign your name. 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