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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1983-10-26, Page 3merchants are really positive ttpi�ld �,St. soya 'architect ,N1ckt:Hil1 • Hp #.talked to`about 85'per cent of them as 'paitof the downtown heritage conservation s hp's doing for the Local Architectural n Oervation Advisory Committee ;). "TThhere's confidence about Main Si.. tappered witha, the feeling that we can still do I lot." is The_ best (Manila the world is one thing, but a downtown must have a "vibrant active busiipeas district." Theherita a district' alone can't provide that, Mr, Hill says, but merchants understand there's no standing still." • .,..,',,,"11in encouraged by all, the people w,h said they like :downtown.Seaforth." stead df m1,;41, ss ve change, wh'at's needed is some 's a rkle', , something that says ' "we`re celebrating, we're on the move", Merchants are tellingthe architect. "' Downtown business pec le wait to' develop special occasions; like Ciderfest. There's also support for some landscaping on the street, although merchants are cautious`about overdoing it. "Just about everyone liked those hanging flowet baskets (removed two summers ago) he says. They are missed." What'll,* asks merchants "what makes a street alive?",, the architect gets; some lilteMktid answers 'There do(esn''t seedlo be enoughgoing on to make Main St. a community centre . Crowds go to events'.kt the arena or the park for example but deal necessarily go downtown. Years ago,. the crowds went to Cordite's Hall, in the heart of downtown Seaforth. Saturday night was shopping time for people from miles around and then the street truly was the centre of the community. After his findings are reviewed by LACAC, there'll be a public meeting where all interested age groups can present ideas about Seaforth's downtown heritage district', Mr. Hill says.. . Seaforth Farmers Co-op installs modern egg handling facility in October 1958 OCTOBER 1911883 grit �n Miss-Ninathe o o of McKillopIndustrial Unbitten ea n first lllnll! o �nQ�,f(7 prize at Toronto Exhibition for crochet work and second for a handmade skirt. In the Gerrie area a boy named Abraham around 13 or 14 years of age obtained liquor one day last week and got pretty well under way. He wandered around for some time and finally concluded he would have a sleep, selecting for his bed the railway track, where he was found about train time. Robert Durnios of Wroxeter is building a saw mill on the lot west of the school and expects to have it in working order in a short time. With two saw mills here there should be no lack of lumber. OCTOBER 23,1909 Swampfires have been very serious in the Varna neighborhood this week. It has required the united efforts of the neighbours tokeep them in check. One of the earliest founders of this section and the founder of the village of Hensall, James Petty has died. The deceased was about 76 years of age. Andrew Joynt has purchased a fine black horse to match one he already has and now WATER • agonig he has as fine a teamof blacks as anyone could wish to see. The annual meeting of, the Seaforth Curling Club was held in the Commercial Hotel on Friday evening last. Officers elected were: J. Beattie, president; Dr. Burrows -vice; W. Ament, secretary and treasurer. OCTOBER 20,1933 A large crowd assembled at the station to greet their Excellencies the Earl and Countess of Bessborough. The occasion was the first since 1896 that a governor-general of Canada has visited Seafgrth. We see by Stewart Bros. ad of October 20, 1933 that women's new fur trimmed coats are $22.50; men's worsted and Serge suits, $16.50; terry towels .25; heavy fancy bath towels .50; men's snagproof overalls 1.50; womens dresses 7.95; school hose .39; Women's hose .50; new hats 1.50 to 4,00; FROM PAGE ONE men's leather wind breaker 6,00; men's heavy work sweaters 1.39;: men's winter overcoat Special- 12.95; women's winter vests and bloomers (all. colors) .50; men'S winter combinations (buttoned er button - less) 1.25. OCTOBER 24,1958 Northside. United Church congregation celebrated the 81st anniversary of the present church on Sunday. Work has commenced on alterations to the former Wright Grocery property, recently purchased by the Seaforth Farmers Co-op. When the new accommodation is completed some time next month, it will provide completely modern facilities for handling eggs. Capacity will be increased substan- tially over that now available in the present accommodation. The staff of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce entertained Mr. and Mrs. James A. Murray at a dinner M the Zurich hotel on Saturday evening prior to their departure to Dundalk. Mr. and Mrs. Murray were presented with a trilight lamp, a gift from the staff to which' Mr. Murray replied, thanking the staff for the cooperation he had received during his term as accountant here. In other business council passed a borrowing bylaw for $500,000 to help in meeting township expenses iintil taxes are collected. Council will present a resolution at a meeting of boards and interested persons of local day care centres in Wingham on Oct. 25 to protest the proposed withdrawal of financial support by federal and provincial governments. Without this support it will mean families, beginning in 1986 will have ,to pay the full rate for their`chitdten without day care being -subsidized by government. Parenting course stresses praise BY SHELLEY McPHEE Parenting, many are realizing, is not the simple responsibility of raising offspring. For generations past, parenting has been understood as a clearly defined, orderly relationship between parents and children. However today more and more parents are finding that raising children is not the simple task that it was once proclaimed to be. The children of today are not raised by the "seen, not heard" philosophy. Theories like "father knows best ' and "do what your mother says" no longer apply. Today's youngsters are recognized as intelligent, caring, reasoning, valuable mem- bers of society. With that comes the theory that parenting must also be recognized as a vital position. Nancy McLeod calls parenting, "the single most important thing we do. Through it we are forming another generation." Nancy is a parenting counsellor. With her Masters of Education in Counselling Psychol- ogy, she is one of the seven professionals who work at the Huron Centre for Children and Youth in Clinton. She, along with Janie Gattinger, leads the highly successful Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP) program. STEP is described as a realistic and sensible approach to parent-child relation- ships. it was developed more than seven years ago to help families change with the times. Designed to help parents find more effective ways of relating to their children, STEP is a self -learning program used throughout North America. It was introduced at the Huron Centre this spring and its immediate success greatly impressed coun- sellors. Janie, a counsellor with her Masters degree in Social Work, said that the public response to the initial course was tremendous and has resulted in a waiting list of parents who are interested in taking part. Currently a nine week STEP program has just gotten underway. The Huron Centre also sponsored a successful STEP program in Kincardine and Janie stresses, "STEP has a good reputa- tion." STEP is a parent-child awareness pro- gram. it is aimed to help parents understand child behaviour and misbehavior. ENCOURAGE The program focuses on improving family relationships and communication skills. it stresses the use of encouragement, instead of praise, to build a child's confidence and feelings of self-worth. It teaches parents how to become better listeners and dev^.lops improved communication between parent and child. Only a family with income of $5,000 or less will be entitled to subsidy. COMPLAINT Vanastra resident Harry Sidney attended the council session to complain about the condition his lawn and road allowance were left in following the removal of trees. Allan Nicholson, road superintendent was asked to look at the property and add some fill if considered necessary. Council was notified that Dr, Bill Thompson of RR2 Seaforth, hasbeen named as new repress ta'tive in this, area lot the, Goderich' and District Association tor the Mentally Retarded on the Spechtl Day Care Centre Board at Vanastra. Council was informed by Clerk Jack McLachlan that the Koma Boats Division of Charles'Chapmari Company Limited ceased the boat building operation at Vanastra at the end of May. Council is getting information with regard to holding arcontest for the design of a crest for the township this winter for Tucker - smith s , sg(contennial ,c elebrationsi,tia 1985. ,... • t rH FRIENPsHIR Phi/Stare the al"eet'fadit the Seaforth public school. Brightly colored beads are attached to- safety pina which in tan are attached to the sheep of the wearer. The addett Weight doesn't seem to affect the students,and so :far; the 'kids haven't crushed into each other because they were admiring their pine. Showing off their collection, from left to right Katrina Swirklla, Susan' Rowcliffe, Jane Rowcliffe and Tracy Taylor. (Wassink photo) C�untyobjecfs to subsk chane' Y 9 boundary of Colbourne, Hullett and Goder- on the job, i.e. 80 per cent for bridges. ich townships: The Ball's bridge is expected "It'll be quite costly to Huron 'County if to cost over $1.S million. implemented," noted road committee mem- The present 80 ` per cent subsidy on ber Brian McBirney. . . boundary bridges could be reduced to about 55 per cent based on an average of the , Mr. Dempsey. said Huron is making its surrounding townships' subsidy percentage, objections -known to MTC. The subject will Mr. Dempsey said. The surrounding town- also be ` considered by the Municipal ships subsidy will be based on the individual Engineets Association, the Ontario Good unicipality's. requirements instead of the Roads Association and the Association of ious a hod of having subsidies. based Municipalities of Ontario. Huron Centre ,or Children :and .Youth jtifovicjet%-±-vitituable.siervire':to-'ittarenti7e.7- Huron County council is objecting "stren- uously" to changes in the Ministry of Transportation and Communications method of subsidizing boundary bridges. Road engineer Robert Dempsey told the Oct --5 session of county council that about 20 per cent of the cost of the Ball's Bridge, expected to be under construction in the near future, could be lost under the change. A S50,000 study is yet to be completed on the wrought iron bridge located on the BY SHELLEY McPHEE may be dealt with in three to four sessions, and YVONNE REYNOLDS others may take six to eight visits or more. Each year more than 300 families benefit' Problems may focus on a child's learning from the services at the Huron Centre for difficulties at school, or disruptive behavior Children and Youth. Still, many people do that is causing trouble at home and at not understand the role of the Clinton -based school, or a teenager's actions are worrying Centre. Many have the misconception that parents. Sometimes teenagers want to talk it provides services only for severely wit1j - omeone outside the family about disturbed children, still others have never drdgs or alcohol, concerns about girl - heard of it. friends, boy friends, parents and school. The Huron Centre is very much alive, Some new parents choose to visit the very successful and greatly appreciated by Centre, to seek advice on parenthood and the parents and children throughout Huron Mr. Keillor notes, "Typically, the younger County who have benefitted from family you tan work with a child, the quicker the counselling and parent education services. results. Once behaviour patterns have been Called a Children's Mental Health in place for a long time, they are hard to Centre, the counselling service began in undo." 1977 following the initial closure of the The Centre has speciaJ.programs; design - psychiatric hospital in Goderich. Concerned ed to work with particular areas of professional, and lay people such as Dr. child -parent difficulties. The Systematic Frank Mills (then in charge of the Huron Training for Effeetive Parenting program County Health Unit), Bruce Heath (head of focuses on helpingparents adapt to the Huron Children's Aid Society at the changing society, by eveloping better time), Ila Keys of Grand Bend (former communication skills and training methods special education coordinator for the Huron with their children. Another program aims Board of Education) and Helen Bartliff of to help separated or divorced Couples learn Clinton were convinced of the need for a how they can still work together asarents family counselling service and formed a and still make joint family decisions. it steering committee to do something about teaches that while two people may not be it. compatible as marriage partners, they can In 1977 the -Huron Centre for Children still be good parent partners. and Youth opened in Clinton. The Centre The Huron Centre is a modern, progres- was designed to serve the entire county and sive institution. Dr. Reberge explained, was situated in Clinton because of its "Sometimes it seems to be the world's central location. hardest job, growing up in the '80s." Additional service is now available ,The psychologist came to the Huron through satellite offices in Exeter, Stratford Centre three years ago via Michigan, and Listowel. The Huron Centre also works Toronto and Hamilton: After a background in conjunction with a similar service in in university.teaching, he is stimulated by ruce and Grey Counties. the ongoing,Challenge of applying informs - Specially trained professionals, including tion gained in Elie laboratory to a ct,ui,,.w,uy child psychologist Dr. Doug Reberg, Centre setting and finds the results gratifying and Director Don Keillor, counsellors Janie rewarding. Gattinger, Shirley Hackman, Nancy Mc- CONFIDENTIAL Leod, Bonnie Reberg and Sandy Stuart Dr. Reberg stresses the sanctity 'of work to help parents help their children, confidentiality between Centre counsellors giving family members a fresh perspective and their clients. Counsellors will not on their difficulties and providing a contact other agencies without written crossroads when the ,family fears it has permission. - reached a dead end. Clients may choose to seek help through NOT ABLE group programs or by individual counsel- Coltn llors believe that ere are times ling. Families, mothers, fathers and child- whenarents are simpl not able to ren, are asked to join in since counsellors successfully handle every situation which prefer to work with the whole family. arises - family: The entre's role is to Sometimes just bringing problems out into offer Ip an support b talking problems the open ,and discussing them together out and teach familia and individuals to helps. 'Often the counsellors will suggest learn to handle eif difficulties. In most parents try other tactics in dealing with cases, counsellors stress, children's behav- their children when a consistent action is for changes as families change. only reinforcing a negative reaction. The Huron Centre works partially on a Counsellors work day and evening hours, referral basis, taking recommendations to accommodate docking parents. The from schools, family doctors and others in counselors do not go out to the homes, but the community. However many clients here ask families to meet at the Centre. This, hear about the Centre's services through they'believe, motivates people to show a others who have themselves been helped, genuine interest. The Centre also provides and this is the best recommendation of all. a neutral environment where there's no Director Keillor believes that taking the disruption by television or telephones. first step, asking for help, is the greatest obstacle that moat families must overcome. For some, the very act of asking for outside help seems to be an admission of failure, a damaging blow to one's sense of self-worth as a parent. However Mr. Keiilor asserts that it's a secure parent who can say, "1 goofed. What worked with my other children is not working with this one. Something's wrong."GH A problem does not have to be severe to require counselling at the Centre. in fact the Centre sees few severely etngtionally disturbed children, and instead deals with average family difficulties. Some situations HELP FOR FAMILIES—Nancy McLeod, lett an• Janie Gattinger, right, are two of the specialists, trained to deal with family problems. They are part of the team, directed by Don Kelllor, centre, who help more than 300 families each year at the Huron Centre for Children and Youth. The county-wldeservice Is located In Clinton. (Shelley McPhee photo) 11 attempts to show parents how children can be guided to explore alternative ways of behaving and encourages parents to replace reward -and -punishment with learning -from - consequences. STEP is set up as a nine week course. Parents, mothers and fathers, meet at the Centre once a week. They gather in the comfortable, relaxed setting of the Centre and through the guidance given by Nancy and Janie, they study child raising problems and concerns. "It's an opportunity for parents to learn from one another," Nancy says. "Parents come up with their own solutions and they help each other," Janie adds. "We're not experts in parenting. We organize and facilitate the group. They have the expertise and the real life experiences to work with." TEST IDEAS Parents have an `opportunity to test the ideas generated through the program with homework assignments and according to Nancy, "They come back full of vitality and energy. They talk about what worked and what didn't work." STEP attempts to offer help for all types of problems between parents and children, but it doesn't profess to give the absolute guidelines for perfect parenting. "Each parent can find parts of the program that will work for them, Janie says. Nancy enthuses, "The parents are dedi- cated and excited. It's good to know that there are people out there who care about the job they're doing." STLP is designed for normal, everyday parents who have normal, everyday children, with normal, everyday problems. Concerns can appear simple or complicated, they can involve anything from classroom difficulties to sibling rivalry. The program may help some fulltime working parents to establish quality time with their children. it may teach parents how to recognize extra good efforts on the part of their children, how children should be praised for their efforts and encouraged to continue, not only criticized and punished for highly visible wrong doings. "Try to catch your child doing something good. Children learn through attention and if you react only to negative acts, it may encourage that behaviour more, Nancy explained. The program is really an idea exchange, with some guidance coming from the two counsellors. Like all programs at the Huron Centre, STEP stresses involvement of both parents. The Centre believes that if parents work together it helps in the development of the child. FATHERS TOO "The fathers are equally as involved in the program," Nancy notes. "We thought we might have had to draw them out." For the Huron Centre for Children and Youth the success of STEP is a major milestone in the ever increasing awareness and greater understanding of children and parenting. As Janie explains, "People get training f everything they do, except parenting and parenting is one of the most important things we do hi our lives." r' QUIET Parents and counsellors meet in a quiet, comfort of a private office. Children, also encouraged to visit the Centre, are entertained with Igames and toys in a nearby playroom. There's always a hot pot of coffee brewing for parents and a full jar of cookies for the youngsters: it's a pretty friendly place," counsellor Janie Gattinger notes. People are often surprised when they get here." The Centre cautions that sessions may take time, extra effort andatience. There are no Magic markers to learning how to handle family problems. Counsellors offer guidance and ideas; but the parents themselves must decide what action to take and they must implement the solutions. Dr. Reberg says that parents are best suited to bring about changes in the family. "It is always gratifying when we see positive changes in a child as a result of sorting out difficulties. We hope a large portion of our work will also have future benefits and children in turn will grow up to , ibis happier, healthier persons; better suited to parenthood themselves." In essence, the prime role of the Huron Centre for Children and Youth is to preserve the family unit. The Centre, including satellite offices may be contacted at482-3931.There is no citarge for the service. it is completely funded by the provincial government. , C©MMUa115� CALENDAR if you're organizing a non-profit event of interest to other Seaforth are residents, phone the recreation of11cW at 527-0882 or the Expositor at 527-0240 or mall the Information to Comp¢piunity Calendar, The Huron Expositor, Bo'69, Seaforth, Ontario NOK 1WO we/l in advance of the scheduled date. Space for the Community Calendar fa donated ' by The Huron Expeditor. Wednesday, October 26 Parents and Tots Skating, 1-3 p.m. at arena; broomball 8:15 p.m. at arena. Shuffleboard for seniors: 1:30 • 4:30 at arena. Egmondvillc United Chut'ch fowl supper. Thursday, October 27 Broomball, 6:30 p.m. at arena; puppet workshop 7 p.m. at Van Egmond House. Friday, October. 28 Public skating 1:30.3 p.m. at -arena. Thedford vs Centenaires 8:30 D.M. Saturday, October 29 Hallowe'en party at Seaforth Branch Library, at 1:30 p.m. Ages 3 to 8 welcome, Prizes for best costumes. Free admission. Public skating, 1:30-3 p.m. at arena. Ringette coaches clinic, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at arena. Story hour at library, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Pork barbecue, Legion Hall. SS per person. Sunday, October 30 OIL, 7 p.m. -Penguins vs Flyers; 8:30 -Hawks vs Rangers; 10•Canadians vs Bruins. . Tuesday, Nov. 1 Hockey coaches skating clinic, 8-11 p.m. at arena.